💻 Apple drops M6 and M5 Ultra chips for AI power

Apple has unveiled two new desktop processors, the M6 and the M5 Ultra, designed for everything from daily tasks to heavy AI workloads. The M6 is notable as Apple's first chip built on a 2nm process technology. The M5 Ultra features a quad-die architecture connected by UltraFusion, supporting up to 512GB of unified memory. These new chips are positioned to handle increasingly complex on-device AI tasks using frameworks like Core ML. Apple aims to let users run massive AI models locally with these powerful new processors. 🚀

🌊 Nepal flash flood toll climbs; 133 Indians missing

The toll from the flash flood and mudslide in Nepal has tragically risen to 162 people. This disaster is happening in the Rasuwa district along Nepal’s northern border with China. As of Wednesday, nearly 1,400 persons are missing across Nepal and Tibet, including 133 Indian tourists. Experts are investigating if an ice-rock avalanche triggered the deluge, as no rainfall was reported beforehand. India has already dispatched 10 tonnes of humanitarian aid to support the ongoing relief operations.

🥹 Director gets emotional at Toxic screening

Director Geetu Mohandas became visibly emotional during a screening of 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' in Bengaluru. A woman broke down while hugging him, leading to a warm embrace from the filmmaker. The film earned over Rs 140 crore globally on Day 1, with India grossing Rs 120 crore. This gangster drama stars Kiara Advani and Nayanthara and was co-written by Geetu and Yash. The makers also issued a warning against piracy hours before its release.

🏏 Kings win, Pollard scores big but TKR misses out

Saint Lucia Kings defeated Trinbago Knight Riders by 36 runs at the Brian Lara Stadium. The Kings secured the victory thanks to Tim Seifert's second CPL hundred and Roston Chase's critical bowling spell. The Kings posted a high score of 211, while the match took place on an unspecified date. Kieron Pollard featured with a 65 off 26 balls, momentarily shifting the momentum. Next, the Kings moved to the top of the league standings after this win. 🏏

🤖 ChatGPT Ads land in India, changing how we see ads

OpenAI has officially launched ChatGPT Ads in India, integrating advertising directly into the conversational AI platform. Initially, logged-in adults on Free and Go tiers will see ads, while paid users maintain an ad-free experience. Ads will appear below relevant responses, clearly labelled as sponsored, starting with over 50 brands in the launch week. Advertisers target high-context moments, but cannot influence the factual answers provided by ChatGPT. Smaller businesses can start direct campaigns on September 4th with daily budgets beginning at ₹725. 🤖

🎉 Samay Raina gets honored by Maharashtra CM

Maharashtra Cyber unveiled its short film and anthem in Mumbai, where Samay Raina was felicitated by CM Devendra Fadnavis. The comedian joked about his long association with Maharashtra Cyber, referencing calls he frequently receives from the agency. This follows a February 2025 incident where he faced legal action over his YouTube show, India's Got Latent. Samay was forced to remove episodes after multiple FIRs were filed regarding obscenity allegations. He has since launched Season 2 of India’s Got Latent on YouTube and Netflix. 🎬

🚨 UP ATS checks 150+ suspects on Pak terror links

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has initiated an intensive background probe into over 150 suspects. This action followed the questioning of 52 individuals arrested over the last four months for alleged terror activities linked to a Pakistani network. So far, more than 60 identified suspects have been questioned, with digital evidence currently under analysis. The probe suggests some arrested accused were operating as sleeper cells for Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti and his network. ATS is now examining digital and financial links to determine the extent of involvement with the Pakistani terror network.

🛡️ Meta settles $18B suit over teen social media addiction

Meta agreed to pay up to $18 billion and enhance child safety measures on Facebook and Instagram to end a major trial. This settlement was reached with nearly every state following claims about teen social media addiction. The deal covers 48 states and D.C., with payments spread over ten years, and includes new features like time limits. Advocates welcomed the protections, though some argue Congress must make them permanent across all platforms. Meta also urged rivals like TikTok and YouTube to adopt similar safety standards. 📱

📈 Top stock picks for Aug 27, 2026

Aakash K Hindocha from Nuvama Wealth suggested Vedanta, CDSL, and Ashok Leyland as buy recommendations for August 27, 2026. Vedanta has a target of Rs 314, while CDSL's target is set at Rs 1555. Ashok Leyland is expected to continue its uptrend with a target of Rs 196. Nifty closed down half a percent, keeping 24000–24200 as a base. Bank Nifty closed half a percent higher, maintaining support near 57150.

🌊 Deadly Nepal floods kill 162; India on high alert ⚠️

At least 162 people were killed by a violent flash flood that swept through a Nepalese valley near the Chinese border on Wednesday. The tragedy occurred in Nepal's mountainous Rasuwa district, prompting evacuations in nearby Indian regions. The death toll was confirmed on Thursday, with nearly 300 foreign nationals still missing. The flood was caused by a glacial collapse and debris flow, leading to severe infrastructure damage. Authorities are currently deploying helicopters for rescue operations while monitoring potential downstream impacts.

🚨 Delhi Police says Khalid and Imam are masterminds

Delhi Police asserted that the detention of Khalid and Imam was justified in a recent hearing. The police claimed these individuals are the masterminds behind certain activities. The matter was brought before the High Court on a specific date, though no exact date was provided in the brief. This assertion comes amid ongoing legal proceedings concerning their alleged involvement. Authorities plan to continue presenting their case in the court system moving forward.