🎖️ Artemis II crew to get top space medal from Trump

The four Artemis II astronauts will receive the Congressional Space Medal of Honor. This honor goes to Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. They will receive the award on 28 August, following their historic 10-day mission starting 1 April. The crew surpassed the Apollo 13 distance record, reaching 252,756 miles from Earth. This recognition comes as the Trump administration proposes significant cuts to NASA's budget for the 2027 fiscal year. 🚀

😥 UK Techie Loses Job, Father's Reaction Goes Viral

A tech professional who was laid off from JPMorgan in the UK shared his difficult situation with his family. The individual hails from India and communicated this news back home to his parents. The layoff occurred recently, marking a tough moment in his career journey. This personal sharing has resonated deeply with many people who follow his story online. The public reaction to his father's supportive response has been overwhelmingly positive.

🦠 DR Congo's Ebola fight faces funding crisis 🦠

The UN-coordinated Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a critical funding cliff within weeks. This outbreak, which began on May 15, has seen 2,516 deaths out of 5,290 confirmed infections across 56 health zones. The initial $80mn invested for five response packages is nearly depleted, while a new national plan is budgeted at around $940mn. Health Minister Roger Kamba is pushing for unified financial oversight due to operational chaos. This epidemic is spreading exponentially amidst existing conflict and poor infrastructure.

🤖 Jensen Huang-signed RTX Pro 6000 hits record price

An Nvidia RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell Workstation edition GPU sold for an auction price of $57,450. This highly sought-after card featured Jensen Huang's signature and was originally a raffle prize at Nvidia's Physical AI meetup during GTC 2026 in March. The GPU's current retail price is $16,000, which is over three and a half times lower than the auction sale. This extreme value reflects Nvidia's strong market positioning fueled by high AI and memory demands. The sale also highlights Huang's significant role and reputation within the evolving AI landscape. 🤖

📈 NSE IPO SEBI nod pending SBI-SBICAPS split

SEBI's observations on the proposed NSE IPO are currently on hold pending a share allocation process between SBI and SBICAPS. The selling shareholder structure changed, with SBICAPS joining SBI to split the previously proposed shares. Under the revised structure, SBI will sell up to 15.97 million shares, and SBICAPS will sell up to 8.78 million shares. This transfer needs to be finalized and reflected in the NSE's draft red herring prospectus before SEBI can move forward. The IPO is an offer for sale only, and the overall offer size remains the same.

🏎️ Verstappen crash causes red flag at Dutch GP

The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort was red-flagged early on the second lap after a massive crash involving Max Verstappen. The incident occurred while Verstappen was navigating the final corner in his RB22 car. The race was suspended due to significant debris and the dangerous state of the vehicle. Verstappen confirmed to his team immediately that he sustained no injuries from the impact. This race marks the final Dutch GP for now as Zandvoort exits the F1 grid. 🏁

🦷 Chhattisgarh MDS Counselling 2026 registration is live

Registration for the CG NEET MDS Counselling 2026 has officially started for Master of Dental Surgery courses. This process is managed by the Chhattisgarh Directorate of Medical Education for state quota admissions. The online application window is open from August 22, 2026, until August 29, 2026. Candidates must pay a non-refundable fee of Rs 2,000 while adhering to the 2017 admission rules. All registration and choice filling must be completed accurately before the deadlines.

💸 Kerala sanctions big pension boost for non-residents

The Kerala government has sanctioned ₹32 crore for the 'Pravasi' welfare pensions. This financial aid is for non-resident Keralites, and it will be credited before Onam. The arrears accumulated because the previous LDF government diverted pension funds. The pension amounts to ₹3,500 for those abroad and ₹3,000 for those working in other states. The scheme targets eligible beneficiaries aged 18 to 55, with payments starting after age 60. 💰

🐟 Fish feast sparks row at Congress event in Ayodhya

A controversy erupted in Ayodhya after a fish feast was held during a welcome programme for UP Congress chief Ajay Rai. Local religious figures objected to the food arrangement, especially since the event took place during the holy month of Sawan. The incident occurred on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at a banquet hall in Tarun. Event organiser Ram Nihal Nishad defended the choice, citing the constitutional right to individual food preference and community tradition. This debate adds a new political angle to Rai's recent temple visits and subsequent comments against the BJP. 🐟

🏏 IPL champ Karn Sharma retires after massive career

Veteran leg-spinner Karn Sharma announced his retirement from all formats of cricket. The 38-year-old made the announcement after Kanpur Superstars lost to Meerut Mavericks in the UP T20 League Season 4. He will play his final game on Tuesday, August 25, and has 4 IPL titles. Sharma expressed deep gratitude to the BCCI and family for shaping his journey. He will be available for coaching after hanging up his boots. 🏏

😥 Teen's Suicide: More Than Just iPhone EMI

A 19-year-old teen attempted suicide from a cliff in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The incident involved Kunal Chandgude, who was allegedly stressed over iPhone EMI and family disputes. This was not his first attempt, as he tried to end his life from the same cliff last year. Sadly, his father fell trying to save him, and his mother subsequently jumped, leading to all three deaths. Police are currently investigating the complex family tensions mentioned in the case. 💔