🔫 2 shooters killed in Ankit Baliyan murder encounter

Two shooters, Sumit and Mohit, were killed during an encounter with Shamli Police and the SWAT team. These suspects were involved in the killing of Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. The encounter occurred after the suspects opened fire on police personnel near an Indian Gas godown on Kairana Road. Baliyan was fatally shot by four assailants outside a gym on a previous date. Authorities are continuing the investigation into the motive and the roles of all six suspects.

🔫 Shooters linked to singer's murder killed in encounter

Two shooters involved in the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan were killed by the UP STF in an encounter. The incident took place outside a gym in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. So far, police have identified four shooters and two recce suspects involved in the case. Baliyan, a 35-year-old singer, was shot dead, and the Gogi gang claimed responsibility. Authorities are continuing the investigation into the full scope of the attack. 🔫

🌍 Mohan Bhagwat talks unity in diverse Toronto

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed a gathering in Toronto, emphasizing that Hindu identity is not defined by language or worship. He stressed that diversity is a natural expression of unity, citing caste, creed, and language differences. Bhagwat stated that India's tradition is to help others, leading to the saying, 'If Hindus awaken, the world awakens.' He also invoked Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, believing the entire world is one family. The event, organized by CHORD, saw over 2,500 attendees from eight Canadian provinces.

🎮 The Witcher 3 Remaster Drops Official Cheats 🎮

CD Projekt RED showcased official cheats and photo mode for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remaster at Gamescom. The developers demonstrated features like adjustable camera settings and weather controls during their stream. Official cheats include infinite health regeneration and ignoring item weight. These features will be available in the remaster, which is set for release on September 29 this year. The Songs of the Past expansion is planned for a 2027 release window.

🎬 Suriya's 'Vishwanath and Sons' hits big on Day 17

'Vishwanath and Sons' collected Rs 2.55 crore net in India on Day 17 across 1,355 shows. The film stars Suriya and Mamitha Baiju and was screened across Tamil and Telugu versions. Its India net collection has now reached Rs 116 crore, while the worldwide gross is Rs 197.50 crore as of this date. The movie is steadily competing in theatres against Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'DC'. It is now just Rs 2.50 crore away from crossing the Rs 200 crore worldwide mark.

🛰️ Teen's $1,500 satellite beats 86k designs

NASA selected a tiny, cube-shaped satellite designed by an 18-year-old in Tamil Nadu. This ultra-lightweight satellite, weighing 64 grams, was part of the Cubes in Space contest. The 2017 competition saw 86,000 entries from students globally for the program. Its mission demonstrated 3D-printed material survival during a suborbital flight on June 22, 2017. Later, KalamSat-V2 reached orbit in January 2019 via ISRO, proving affordable space access is possible. 🚀

🤯 Cricket match lost over broken printer in Ireland

A cricket match ended bizarrely in Northern Ireland because the home team's printer malfunctioned. Ballyspallen was playing against Eglinton in the North West Cricket Union Premier League on Saturday. Eglinton was bowled out for 159 runs, and Ballyspallen had scored 19 runs when rain stopped play. Officials needed the DLS sheet to revise the target, but the non-working printer prevented its production. Consequently, Eglinton was awarded the victory based on NWCU regulations. 🏏

🏔️ Nepal-China floods show Himalayan fragility

A glacial collapse and flash flood near the Nepal-China border highlights the fragility of the Hindu Kush Himalayas, according to UN climate chief Simon Stiell. The disaster struck on August 26, wiping out towns and damaging infrastructure in northern and central Nepal. As of Sunday, August 30, 2026, the death toll reached 788, with over 2,500 people still missing. Stiell noted that a warming climate, fueled by fossil fuels, makes such tragedies more frequent and severe. The clear solution involves a faster global shift to renewables and increased investment in climate resilience. 😟

💥 US plans weekly sanctions against Iran's banks

The US Treasury Department is likely to introduce weekly secondary sanctions to increase economic pressure on Iran, starting with the banking sector. This move comes as US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday. Scott Bessent stated that these sanctions will target banks to prevent them from handling Iranian money and aiding the regime. This escalates the pressure after recent military clashes and shifting US strategy. The administration intends to enforce these economic penalties against entities dealing with Tehran.

📉 India slashes malaria cases and deaths by 80%

India has significantly reduced malaria cases and deaths by nearly 80% over the last decade, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This progress saw the number of high-burden districts drop from 155 to 33 across nine states. These 33 districts in 2025 accounted for 64% of cases and 54% of deaths nationwide. The government is now focusing on these remaining high-burden areas to meet the 2030 SDG target for malaria elimination. States must implement action plans while strengthening surveillance to ensure zero local transmission.

⚙️ How the keyless works changed watchmaking ⌚

The keyless works mechanism allows modern watches to function without needing a winding key. French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe introduced this user-friendly, dual-purpose crown in 1845. While others experimented, Philippe's design combined winding and setting into one two-position crown. This innovation replaced older, key-based systems that posed risks like dust exposure. Philippe's patent laid the groundwork for millions of watches manufactured today.