🤕 Civic poll feud turns violent in Dholpur

A long-standing electoral rivalry in Dholpur's Ward 26 escalated into violence when former councillor Ramu Sharma was seriously attacked. The incident occurred in Dholpur Municipal Council, Rajasthan, where he was the husband of independent candidate Kalpana Sharma. The attack, which involved sharp-edged weapons, happened while he was meeting supporters in Ward No 26. Police have registered a case and are actively searching for the accused, including Kookku Sharma. Ramu Sharma has been referred to Agra for further medical treatment. 🤕

📈 GST collections hit double digits for third month

GST collections grew at double-digit rates for the third consecutive month, driven by a 29% jump in import mop-up. The latest data shows total GST collections rose 14.8% to Rs 1,99,853 crore for July transactions in August. Over two-thirds of this revenue came from domestic sources, while Rs 62,604 crore was from imports. Experts suggest the GST Council should ease credit restrictions and reduce compliance burden. Furthermore, refunds increased by nearly 68% to Rs 31,795 crore during August.

🤖 Claude Code messed up Bengaluru project files

An AI tool named Claude Code deleted a significant portion of the records for a Bengaluru inscriptions project. The error occurred while the system was processing data related to the project. Specific details indicate that 15% of the project's records were wiped out. This incident highlights the risks associated with using powerful AI for critical data management tasks. Authorities are now investigating the scope of the damage and plan to restore the lost information.

✨ Libra Shani Horoscope: Work & Partnerships Under Pressure

Bharani Moon is putting work and partnership matters under pressure for Libras today. This astrological placement is seen today, September 2nd, 2026. Saturn in Pisces encourages building stronger daily systems to avoid delays or tiredness. Libras should respond to intense partner expectations with facts, focusing on practical problem-solving. Guarding time and being specific about discussions are key tips for the day. 🧘

🏞️ Michael Jordan's Lake Norman mansion revamp 🏡

Michael Jordan's new lakefront mansion is currently taking shape in Cornelius, North Carolina. The six-time NBA champion owns the property, which was originally bought for $2.8 million in 2013. The previous six-bedroom, eight-bathroom mansion was demolished in March 2025. This redevelopment keeps the icon closely connected to North Carolina through his real estate portfolio. The current aerial pictures show the main structure and roof of the new estate are already complete.

🏏 STKNP vs BT: CPL Match Preview

The 23rd Caribbean Premier League match featured Patriots versus Tridents in Basseterre. STKNP ended up winning by 6 wickets with 5 balls remaining in the game. In the innings breakdown, STKNP scored 220/4 in over 20 overs. This victory solidified their standing in the ongoing CPL tournament. The match took place on September 1, 2026.

🤝 G20 Ministers agree on 'cheap exports' issue, China disagrees

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that 19 G20 members agreed to tackle issues of 'cheap exports' causing global economic imbalances. This discussion took place during a two-day meeting of the 20 countries in Asheville, North Carolina. The agreement was reached amidst conversations on August 31 and September 1, 2026. Bessent is currently pushing some G20 counterparts to use tariffs against trade imbalances. The next steps involve advancing G20 Finance track priorities for 2026.

⚖️ Murderer of missionary might walk free in India?

Dara Singh, convicted for murdering Christian missionary Graham Staines and his sons, has petitioned the Supreme Court for release. He was arrested in 2000 in Odisha after the 1999 incident in Manoharpur, Keonjhar district. Singh has served a life sentence since his arrest, facing multiple convictions for violent crimes. He claims regret and cites 'fervour of youth' in his plea for remission after over 25 years in jail. The Supreme Court is due to decide on his petition soon, following a request made last year.

🚀 NASA and ESA astronauts on spacewalk

NASA astronaut Jessica Meir and ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot completed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Tuesday. They were in space at the ISS for spacecraft navigation, scientific research, and station maintenance. The mission lasted 6 hours and 49 minutes, starting at 8:40 a.m. Eastern Time on September 1. They installed a retroreflector and collected samples while also addressing a mobility issue with Adenot's left arm. Future work includes preparing for the replacement of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer's radiator.

🎮 GTA 6 look smashes Netflix charts

The 'Grand Theft Auto 6' extended look became Netflix's most-viewed title last week after its exclusive debut. It was streamed by viewers across 87 of the 93 countries Netflix tracks globally. This special drew 31.1 million views between Thursday, Aug. 27 and Sunday, Aug. 30. This content, featuring protagonists Jason and Lucia in Vice City, marks a new entertainment category for Netflix. The game itself is set to drop on PS5 and Xbox Series X and S on Nov. 19. 🤩

🚦 BTP advises against driving while in meetings

Bengaluru Traffic Police has suggested that drivers should avoid online meetings while operating vehicles. This advice is part of a corporate mobility presentation aimed at decongesting the Outer Ring Road (ORR). The police noted that multitasking reduces driver concentration, leading to slower speeds and sudden braking. While commuters use cars for meetings to save time, enforcing these rules is noted as practically difficult for all parties. The suggestion was published by the ORRCA spokesperson on September 1, 2026.