🚕 Court to hear PIL against Marathi rule for drivers

A Public Interest Litigation was filed in the Bombay High Court against the Maharashtra government's mandate for drivers to speak Marathi. This challenge targets the August 12 notification amending the Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, which applies to taxi and auto drivers. The PIL concerns approximately 9,65,000 permit holders, with hearings scheduled for August 26, 2026. Petitioners argue this violates constitutional rights by treating non-Marathi speakers as outsiders, despite respecting the language. They contend that livelihood cannot be threatened by licence suspension, a system already challenged in 2017. 🚕

📈 Stocks to Watch Today: Key Plays Revealed

Several stocks are flagged for monitoring in today's market session. Gaja Capital, Groww, Welspun Corp, Honasa Consumer, Cipla, and ARSS Infra Projects are among the names highlighted. Specific trading data for these companies is available for the current date. Investors are advised to check their research before making any major investment decisions. Market analysts will be closely tracking these stocks throughout the trading day.

🔋 Vivo V70 Lite 4G: Big battery, small chip?

Vivo has quietly launched the V70 Lite 4G in Eurasian markets, boasting an 8,100mAh battery and IP69 rating. It features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display and runs on the Unisoc T7300 processor. This 4G version sacrifices the 5G Dimensity 7400 Turbo found in the 5G model. The phone prioritizes extreme battery life over cutting-edge processing power. Buyers in markets with weaker infrastructure might find this trade-off highly practical. 🔋

🏆 Fernandes voted for an Arsenal player in PFA award

Bruno Fernandes won the PFA Men's Player of the Year award on Tuesday, beating three Arsenal and two Manchester City players. The Manchester United captain revealed he voted for an Arsenal star during the ceremony at the Manchester Opera House. This win followed his outstanding 2025-26 season where he set the Premier League assist record with 21. Fernandes praised Arsenal's strong performance and European success, even though his vote didn't change the outcome. He acknowledged United's recent loss but remains focused on winning their next home match. 🏆

🧐 Protest backing reservation seen as BJP/RSS organized

Evidence suggests that the protest organized against reservation policies was backed by either the BJP or the RSS. This activity took place in various locations across India, according to recent reports. The specific numbers and dates detailing the mobilization have not been publicly disclosed yet. The context points towards political maneuvering surrounding the reservation debate in the country. Further investigation is expected to clarify the exact involvement of these organizations. 🧐

🎮 Xbox Game Pass gets fresh titles at Gamescom

Four new titles for Xbox Game Pass were revealed during the Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 event. The reveals took place at Gamescom, which is a major European gaming convention. Specific details about the titles or release dates were not provided in the announcement. This showcase aimed to build hype for upcoming content on the Game Pass subscription service. Fans are now waiting for more specific information about these new additions.

🛡️ Amit Shah urges preemptive threat action in security talks

Union Home Minister Amit Shah called on security agencies to anticipate threats before they escalate into major crises. He made these remarks at the Intelligence Bureau’s National Security Strategy Conference in New Delhi on August 25, 2026. Shah highlighted global challenges like geopolitical instability and cyber misinformation campaigns. He stressed that strong internal security is crucial for India to become a developed nation by 2047. Furthermore, he mandated agencies to move the 'Prahar' anti-terror framework into daily practice. 🛡️

📢 Gadkari clarifies comment on stepping down

Nitin Gadkari's office stated that his comment about younger generations taking more responsibility was misinterpreted regarding quitting politics. The remark, made on Sunday in Nagpur, specifically related to the Laxmanrao Mankar Trust he established for Ekal Vidyalayas. Gadkari mentioned that after over three decades in public life, he could no longer handle as much work as before. His office clarified that the statement was about the Trust's future leadership, not a political exit. He has experienced many ups and downs throughout his political journey.

⚖️ WB voter list deletions: SC gets update

The Supreme Court learned that out of 27 lakh deletions from the West Bengal voters' list due to 'logical discrepancy,' only seven lakh people appealed. This update addressed the SC's concern over the backlog of 37 lakh appeals pending before the SIR. The Court noted that a large portion of appeals challenged the inclusion of names in the rolls. The SC directed the EC to provide a breakdown separating inclusion and exclusion appeals. The Court stressed the need for quick decisions to prevent illegal disenfranchisement. ⚖️

🎮 The Witcher 3 is getting a major remaster drop

CD Projekt Red is remastering the popular RPG, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with significant visual and combat upgrades. This updated version will feature a reimagined skill tree and include both expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. The release date for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered is set for September 29th. Owning the base game on GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store, PS5, or Xbox Series X/S grants a free upgrade. Furthermore, this remaster kicks off a bigger franchise push, including a new expansion in 2027 and The Witcher 4 in 2028.

🚨 Minor gang-raped after Instagram connection in Gujarat

A minor girl was allegedly gang-raped by three juveniles near Sai Baba Temple in Valsad, Gujarat. The victim met one of the accused through Instagram, leading to the assault on the night of August 23. Police confirmed all three juveniles have been taken into custody and booked under the POCSO Act. Preliminary investigations suggest the contact started two years ago through social media communication. Further legal proceedings are now underway after the girl was found near Wadi at 1:30 am.