📚 Age limit scrapped for tribal hostels in Maharashtra

The Maharashtra government cancelled the age restriction for tribal hostel admissions following a letter from Rahul Gandhi to CM Devendra Fadnavis. The decision was announced on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, by Tribal Affairs Minister Ashok Uike. This changes the previous Government Resolution from August 14 of this year, which imposed a 30-year age bar. However, tribal students in Manjari plan to continue their protest until demands like filling 12,500 vacancies are met. The government refuted claims made in Gandhi's letter regarding medical tests for female students.

💼 Job Mela happening in Chintapalli on Aug 27

A Mega Job Mela is scheduled for August 27, 2026, at the Government Degree College in Chintapalli. The Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation is organizing the event, expecting about 10 companies to attend. Unemployed youth holding qualifications from Class 10 to postgraduate level can participate based on their skills. District Collector T. Nishanthi launched the poster, encouraging mass participation from the youth. District Skill Development Officer G. Prashanth Kumar also urged attendees to leverage these job opportunities.

📈 Top 15 Market Insights for August 26

Key market setups and top 15 things to track are available for the upcoming trading session. This analysis covers crucial data points for investors in the market. Specific numbers and dates are detailed within the comprehensive report provided by Moneycontrol.com. The information is intended to help traders navigate the market's current trends and expectations. Traders should review these setups before the opening bell on August 26th for informed decisions. 📈

🏏 Hasan Mahmud: 80% of our Aussie goal achieved

Bangladesh pace bowler Hasan Mahmud stated that the team achieved 80% of its target during the recent two-match Test series in Australia. The series ended in a 1-1 draw, after Australia beat Bangladesh by an innings defeat in Mackay. Hasan picked up a fifer in the opening Test at Darwin to set a positive tone for the touring party. He believes their pace unit's accuracy and dedication were key to their overall success in the series. Looking ahead, he hopes to win more games and dominate more in world cricket. 🏏

🎓 AU opens final shot for BBA admissions

Andhra University has announced applications for the second and final phase of its BBA and BBA+MBA programs for the 2026-27 session. The admissions are happening at the AU School of International Business. Priority will be given to those who scored well in JIPMAT, IPMAT, and CUET (UG). Applications are open from August 26 and close on September 3 at 5 p.m. The selection process will conclude with interviews on September 5 and seat allotment on September 7. 🎓

🧐 Posh clubs in Bengaluru face food safety checks

Food safety officials in Bengaluru launched inspections across prominent private clubs to check hygiene compliance. The teams from the FDA targeted establishments like Century Club and KSCA Club across the city. Specific violations included cockroaches at Bowring Club and hygiene lapses at KSCA Club, with dates and details being updated. These checks highlight serious lapses in food storage, personal hygiene, and labelling standards in high-end venues. The Minister for Health and Family Welfare, UT Khader, will share more details in a press briefing on Wednesday. 🧐

🇮🇳 UPI at 10 years: Gender gap persists in payments

UPI launched in India on August 25, 2016, transforming the nation's payments landscape. Despite this success, a gender disparity remains in digital payment usage across the country. While bank account ownership closed the gap by 2024, online banking usage showed a gap between men and women. Specifically, only 25.2% of women could do online banking compared to 47.1% of men. The government remains committed to driving further UPI transformation through policy support. 📈

🎮 Gamescom drops big gaming news and trailers

The Gamescom Opening Night Live event is scheduled for Tuesday at 2PM ET, featuring major announcements. Capcom is expanding the Onimusha demo ahead of its September 4th full launch. Nvidia is adding Steam Controller support to GeForce Now later this year. CD Projekt Red targets a 2028 release for The Witcher 4. Additionally, they will showcase the Witcher 3 expansion, Songs of the Past, in 2027.

🍿 Endgame re-release drops new Iron Man merch 🍿

Avengers: Endgame is getting a re-release featuring new Iron Man and Infinity Gauntlet popcorn buckets. This event is happening ahead of the film's theatrical run on September 25th. The re-release includes about five minutes of new footage leading into Avengers: Doomsday. This new footage might introduce Doctor Doom or set up Captain America's future storyline. Marvel is also using a new 'Infinity Vision' branding for this promotion.

🦠 DR Congo Ebola cases hit 5,500+ as WHO warns

Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have surpassed 5,500, with over 2,600 deaths according to government figures. This outbreak has spread across 57 health zones in provinces like Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu. The latest tally through Saturday recorded 5,514 cases and 2,642 deaths, leading to a 47.9 per cent fatality rate. The WHO declared the epidemic has reached a 'defining moment' because transmission is outpacing control efforts. Stronger cooperation and scaled-up action are now needed to bring the outbreak under control.

🧠 Water fast leads to serious brain issues in China

A 31-year-old woman developed a severe brain disorder after fasting on water for 15 days. She was from Henan province, China, and lost about 20 kg during this period. Doctors diagnosed her with Wernicke's encephalopathy due to nutritional deficiency from her 'bigu' practice. Her walking pattern now resembles a 'penguin', and the gait issue might be permanent. Experts warn that extreme dieting carries serious health risks to the body. 😟