📚 Bihar launches 24-hour online learning platform

Bihar has launched 'Bihar Vidya Saathi,' a 24-hour interactive learning platform for students in Classes 9 to 12. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary launched it on Monday for 700 Saraswati Vidya Niketan Model Schools statewide. The platform features 75,000 teachers offering one-on-one support, with 3 lakh students as the initial target. This initiative provides access to AI tools and digital materials for Bihar Board, JEE, and NEET prep. The goal is to help students resolve academic queries anytime to boost their knowledge.

📱 Samsung UI 9 rollout update and S26 FE news

Samsung has delayed the stable One UI 9 rollout for the Galaxy S26 series while simultaneously launching the Galaxy S26 FE. The S26 FE comes with the stable One UI 9 based on Android 17 straight out of the box, available from September 4. Samsung closed the One UI 9 Beta enrollment in South Korea after releasing the sixth Beta version for Galaxy S26 users. Meanwhile, the August 2026 security update is rolling out for many series including S26 and S25. Samsung is also expected to bring One UI 9 Beta to older phones like the Galaxy S23 series soon.

⚽ Liam Delap moves from Chelsea to Nottingham Forest

23-year-old striker Liam Delap has permanently transferred from Chelsea to Nottingham Forest. He joins the Garibaldis on a five-year contract with the move completed today. Chelsea sold him for a £45m fee, which represents a £15m profit excluding wages. His time at Chelsea did not match the 12 Premier League goals he scored in his first season. He is hoped to shine again in a club with less intense spotlight.

🎨 Yayoi Kusama's polka dot art world ends at 97

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, known for her immersive worlds, has passed away at the age of 97. She was a key figure in the pop art movement, with her work celebrated globally from Tokyo to New York. Her dots and mirror installations drew massive crowds, notably when 800,000 stickers were used at the Smithsonian in 2017. Kusama's art often stemmed from childhood hallucinations, leading to major shows like the Tate Modern retrospective in 2012. She voluntarily lived in a psychiatric hospital for decades before passing in a Tokyo hospital this month. 💖

🏍️ Yamaha R2 hits India with new 200cc line-up

Yamaha has globally launched the new YZF-R2 in India, marking its first motorcycle in the 200cc segment. The bike is available across three variants and five colours in India. Prices start at Rs 2,30,500 (ex-showroom Delhi), with deliveries set to begin from mid-September 2026. This new model features a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS, built on an all-new platform. The R2 introduces a strong performance option in a highly competitive segment. 🏍️

🪐 Mars' first surface pic was black and white

NASA captured the first image of the Red Planet's surface on July 20, 1976, using the Viking 1 lander. This initial shot, taken over Chryse Planitia in Mars' northern hemisphere, was a small, black-and-white patch of rocky ground. The image was grayscale because it was a quick health check before data collection could begin. A day later, on July 21, 1976, Viking 1 sent back the first color image. This pioneering effort paved the way for later rovers like Perseverance.

🏗️ Parandur airport scrapped, what about the land?

The Tamil Nadu government has scrapped the Rs 27,400-crore Parandur airport project, leaving 1,802 acres of acquired land in a complex situation. The government is now considering using this land for alternative industrial purposes. The fate of the land depends on the specific acquisition stage and whether possession was taken. If possession is taken, the land can generally stay with the state even if the airport is dropped. The government plans to examine industrial uses for the land, citing Section 99 of the 2013 law. 🏗️

🚀 Nvidia says AI boom has years to run 🤯

Nvidia reported record quarterly revenue of $96.2 billion, surging 106% year-over-year, with Data Center revenue hitting $89 billion. The company projects roughly 70% revenue growth for the fiscal year ending January 2028, significantly beating analyst expectations. Demand is broadening beyond big tech to include labs and industrial companies, showing strong market health. Nvidia is also pushing its successor, Vera Rubin, into production to maintain its competitive edge. The biggest immediate hurdle, however, is managing supply constraints across the entire ecosystem.

🐘 False claim: No elephants swept from Nepal to India

A viral video wrongly claimed an elephant herd was swept from Nepal during a flash flood. Official records confirm the incident did not start in Nepal, nor did any elephants cross international borders. On Wednesday, around 10:20 am, a herd of five elephants was caught in the Kaudiyala river in Uttar Pradesh. Forest officials and irrigation teams worked to safely guide the herd back to the Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary. The geographical distance made the Nepal-to-India claim impossible.

🎬 Yash's Toxic Hits Big Box Office Opening

Yash's film Toxic achieved a phenomenal opening day collection of Rs 55 crore for its Hindi version. The film premiered on August 26 after an aggressive promotional campaign and the chartbuster song 'Tabaahi' featuring Kiara Advani. Despite mixed to negative reviews, the movie saw immense demand across A, B, and C centres. This success sets Yash up for a potential hat-trick following his previous hits in KGF. The film's future depends on sustaining this momentum throughout the extended five-day weekend. 🎬

😥 Nepal flash floods: Death toll climbs, rescues ongoing

Flash floods in Nepal have led to a rising death toll and numerous missing persons. The disaster affected areas around Nepal, where the situation remains critical. As of the latest reports, at least 626 people have been confirmed dead, and around 2,500 others are unaccounted for on August 27, 2026. The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has activated emergency helplines for assistance to stranded individuals. Rescue operations continue intensely as authorities search for the missing citizens. 😥