tech Sixteen-year-old Raul John Aju, still in Class 12 in Pathanamthitta, Kerala, is a massive AI prodigy. He runs a startup with 15 employees and has trained nearly five lakh students globally. Raul recently met UN Secretary-General António Guterres after building 15 impactful AI tools. He pays his father Rs 2 lakh monthly to gain practical industry experience. His journey proves innovation knows no age limit, setting up big things for India. 🚀
entertainment A new book features essays examining Indian responses to Jane Austen's fictional universe. This collection was released in November 2023, showcasing global engagement with the author's timeless stories. Austen, who turns 250 in 2025, continues to captivate readers across different times and places. Her mastery of language and sharp insights into human nature are what maintain her enduring appeal. The book highlights how her work resonates even with readers who might initially find the Regency era stiff. 📚
science A deep partial lunar eclipse is happening this evening, with the majority of the Moon passing through Earth’s darkest shadow. This celestial event is visible across North and South America, Africa, and western Europe on August 27, 2026. Maximum eclipse will occur at 12:13 A.M. EDT on the 28th, covering 96% of the Moon’s area. The August Full Moon, also known as the Sturgeon Moon, officially happens just minutes after the maximum eclipse. The partial eclipse will completely end just before 3:02 AM EDT on August 28.
Angry protests broke out at the Punjab Secretariat on Thursday as employees demanded pending Dearness Allowance (DA) and Old Pension Scheme benefits. Over four lakh employees and lakhs of pensioners observed a 'Maha Hartal' in Chandigarh and Amritsar. This action was taken to pressure the AAP government to clear long-pending dues. CM Bhagwant Mann stated that talks would happen only after the employees ended their protest. This large-scale agitation poses a political challenge before the 2027 Assembly elections.
sports Sadagoppan Ramesh showed promise by averaging 53 in his first six Tests while opening, even against Wasim Akram. He featured in the 2001 Test series win against Australia and scored 323 runs across his initial three Tests. Despite his solid performances, he was left out of the 2003-04 Border-Gavaskar Trophy due to Ganguly choosing Yuvraj Singh. His ODI career was very short, lasting only 187 days between March and October 1999. This case highlights many Indian players whose careers hinted at more but didn't materialize.
science A comprehensive snake census was recently conducted in Madhya Pradesh to map out local reptile populations. The study identified 50 different species of snakes across the state. Specifically, 16 areas were marked as high-risk bite hotspots during the survey. This mapping is crucial for understanding snake ecology and public safety concerns. Authorities are now planning targeted conservation and awareness drives in these identified zones. 🐍
india Sixty-two thousand teachers have unfortunately failed the UPTET examination. This result was released for candidates across various regions. The examination took place on a specific date, and the results were declared recently. Many are now worried about the implications for their employment status. The next steps for these candidates are yet to be clearly defined by the education board. 😥
world Helen Keller shared a powerful quote, stating the world has both suffering and the ability to overcome it. This message was shared amidst the devastating monsoon floods in Nepal. The floods caused widespread loss and displacement across mountainous and low-lying regions as of recent reports. Keller's philosophy highlights human agency against tragedy, mirroring the resilience seen in Nepal's disaster response. The quote originated in her 1903 essay, "Optimism," offering a timeless perspective on adversity.
tech The iPhone 17 series has topped the global smartphone sales chart for the second consecutive quarter in Q2 2026. This success was seen in markets including India, Japan, and MEA, with South Korea nearly doubling its sales. The device's strong performance is credited to significant upgrades over older models. Despite a general market downturn, Apple's unit sales grew by 5% year-on-year. Apple captured 49% of worldwide smartphone revenues while accounting for 23% of shipments.
business JSW Group has paused its planned battery manufacturing facility in Odisha while searching for an LFP technology partner. This project was meant to be a Rs 40,000 Crore venture under an MoU with the Odisha government starting in February 2024. Currently, India imports about 75% of its EV batteries from China, and domestic cell capacity is low compared to pack assembly. This bottleneck is a structural issue, risking a massive rise in import bills by FY2030. The industry must close this LFP cell technology gap before future domestic mandates cause shortages. 🔋
science A man in England became the first patient to undergo live AI-assisted brain surgery to protect his sight. This 48-year-old, Rhys Hibbert from Bedfordshire, had a brain tumour that threatened his vision. The operation took place at NHNN, part of UCLH, on August 27, 2026, as part of a clinical trial. The AI analyzed the live surgical video to guide doctors around critical structures near the pituitary gland. This breakthrough shows AI's potential in medicine, with further safeguards being prioritized.
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