🔬 AI finds key gene controlling stem cell aging

AI identified a crucial gene influencing aging in blood stem cells, studied at Tohoku University. Researchers analyzed mouse stem cells, finding changes in two gene programs starting before and after birth. Using the Geneformer AI model on 30 million cells, they narrowed down candidates to Pbx1. Increasing Pbx1 in young cells mimicked aged traits, reducing red blood cell production. Future work will check if this mechanism applies to human health issues. 🔬

❤️ Salman Khan supports body double Parvez Kazi after surgery

Salman Khan stepped in to help his long-time body double, Parvez Kazi, after Kazi underwent minor heart surgery earlier this month. The incident occurred when Parvez Kazi fell unwell at his home on August 6. Initial reports suggested a heart attack, but tests confirmed minor heart surgery was necessary. Salman personally ensured Kazi received the right medical care and support during his recovery. Kazi is now doing better and is expected to return to the sets for the film Monster soon.

🗣️ TN women MLAs object to 'kanni pechu' term

TN women MLAs objected to the use of the term ‘kanni pechu’ for maiden speeches in the Assembly. The objection was raised by Sowmiya Anbumani of PMK and T Latha of CPI(M) in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. This issue surfaced on Monday, August 24, during a debate on grants for Education and Municipal Administration departments. The MLAs argued the term has patriarchal connotations and suggested using ‘arimuga urai’ or ‘mudhal urai’ instead. Minister Rajmohan supported the suggestion, but Speaker JCD Prabhakar did not issue a final ruling on the matter. 🗣️

🎾 Federer on comeback: 'No, not at all'

Roger Federer is participating in an exhibition event at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday, August 25. The 45-year-old Swiss legend is in New York for the 'Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York' event during US Open Fan Week. When asked about a competitive return like Serena Williams, Federer firmly stated 'No, not at all.' He also mentioned being too busy and facing too many obstacles for a full Tour comeback. Federer will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on August 29, four days later.

🧅 Onion and sugar prices shoot up before festivals

Retail prices for essential kitchen staples like onions and sugar are surging across India ahead of the festive season. This price hike is impacting the common man, with onion prices hitting ₹60 per kg in August. Onion prices rose 45% year-on-year and 19% month-on-month, while sugar reached about ₹65 per kg. Unseasonal rain in Maharashtra and supply chain issues have caused sharp drops in onion arrivals in cities like Lucknow and Patna. The government is intervening by bringing in onion shipments via the Kanda Express to stabilize prices. 🧅

⚽ India gears up for four World Cup friendlies

India is planning to play an unprecedented four, maybe five, matches against FIFA World Cup 2026 opponents this year. The All India Football Federation signed an intent with 44-ranked Panama for a friendly in the Sept-Oct window. This Panama match is set for the weekend of September 26-27, while India faces Brazil on October 3. Three more friendly talks are ongoing with other World Cup participants for the next few months. This intensive schedule aims to prepare the team for the upcoming tournament. ⚽

🔬 New lensless tech captures clear moving objects

A new imaging method has been developed that captures clearer images of moving objects without using traditional lenses. Researchers from Nanjing and Peking Universities achieved this by integrating physical models with deep learning. The study, detailed in IOE on June 30, 2026, aimed to solve motion blur in lensless systems. The technique uses a mask-constraint system and implicit neural representation for high-resolution capture. This breakthrough could seriously boost miniaturized microscopy and biological sensing devices. 🔬

💰 Beggars' Secret Fortune: 30+ Sacks of Cash Found

A 68-year-old woman who lived by begging in Karnataka had a hidden fortune discovered after her passing. The woman, identified as Hoor, resided in a rented home in Mandya when she passed away due to an age-related illness. Locals found over 30 sacks filled with coins and currency notes, amounting to around ₹8.4 lakh. Hoor had lived in the house with her sister until two years ago, after which she began begging for survival. Following her death, the recovered money was given to her two brothers. 💰

📈 Rupee starts steady against the dollar

The Indian Rupee opened flat trading at 95.72 against the US Dollar in early trading. This movement was observed in the financial markets across India. On the specified day, Asian currency peers showed mixed trading patterns. The stability suggests a cautious start to the day's forex movements. Market analysts will now be watching for further trends in the coming sessions. 📈

😟 BJP's song video sparks controversy

The BJP has been accused of using a Pakistani song in a social media video. This action has been labeled as an anti-national move by critics. The specific details regarding the video's content and platform were not provided in the source. The move has generated significant debate across various social media platforms. Further reactions and official responses are expected soon. 😟

🚀 UPI hits 10 years, payment volume explodes

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has marked a decade of revolutionizing digital payments in India. Launched on August 25, 2016, the system has seen a nearly 13,000-fold rise in transaction volume. Annual transactions grew from 1.78 crore in 2016-17 to over 24,162 crore in 2025-26, with value reaching nearly 314 lakh crore. UPI is now a global platform operational in 11 countries, including the UAE and France. The IMF recognizes it as the world's largest real-time payment system as of 2025. 🚀