🏛️ Dharwad MLA Vinay Kulkarni is back after 5 years

Dharwad MLA Vinay Kulkarni returned to the city on Friday after being barred from the district for five years. He is now out on conditional bail and has been allowed entry into Dharwad district. However, he remains prohibited from attending public functions and processions. Kulkarni recently visited temples and Murugha Mutt to seek blessings upon his arrival. This comes after he won the 2023 elections without personally canvassing in the area.

😔 BJP MPs visit convict, face backlash

Three BJP MPs visited the residence of Sajjan Kumar to offer condolences on his passing. The MPs, Ramvir Bidhuri, Yogender Chandolia, and Kamaljeet Sehrawat, went to the family home of the anti-Sikh riots convict. Kumar died on August 20 while serving two life sentences for 1984 riots. HS Phoolka strongly condemned the visit, demanding a boycott from the MPs. His call comes as the BJP stated the MPs visited in their individual capacities. 😔

🔪 Man killed in broad daylight in Hubballi

A man was hacked to death in broad daylight in Hubballi, Karnataka. The victim, Dadapeer Udayakar, was 33 and lived in Nekar Nagar. The attack happened around 1:00 pm on Friday, and two people were allegedly involved. Police suspect the killing might be linked to an old enmity or another dispute. Further investigation is ongoing to trace the accused and connect it to his 2015 murder case. 🔪

🎮 GTA 6 might make you feel less godlike

Grand Theft Auto 6 is reportedly changing to make the player feel less invincible in the game world. This change stems from comments by Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson regarding a more grounded sandbox experience. NPCs are expected to fight back, take cover, and react unpredictably, moving away from arcade-style gameplay. The developers are also adding non-lethal suppressive fire and a witness-based wanted system to Vice City. These reported details suggest a push for more realistic consequences in the upcoming title. 🎮

⚽ Palace vs Man City lineup drops for Aug 28 clash ⚽

Crystal Palace and Manchester City are set to face off at Selhurst Park this evening for an exciting Premier League match. Crystal Palace, managed by Pierre Sage, is missing Ismaila Sarr due to a groin injury, while Man City's Enzo Maresca confirms Jeremy Doku's absence. The fixture is on August 28th, with both teams bringing in new faces like Axel Disasi and Ayyoub Bouaddi. Palace has not won at Selhurst Park against City since 2015, despite their FA Cup win last year. The teams are ready for a massive showdown to kick off their respective campaigns.

💰 US Treasury targets Emirati bank over Iran links

Federal officials proposed using the Patriot Act to cut Banque Misr UAE's access to the U.S. financial system. This action targets the Emirati bank for its role as a key financial lifeline to the Iranian regime in the UAE. Between January 2024 and June 2026, the bank handled $1.8 billion for 103 companies flagged as part of Iranian shadow banking networks. FinCEN stated that the bank's clients include fronts for Iran's Defense Ministry and IRGC for sanctions evasion. Treasury's action would prohibit the provision of U.S. correspondent accounts to the lender. 💰

🚨 US plans to ditch 60-day grace period for foreign workers

The US government is proposing the removal of the 60-day grace period for nonimmigrant workers and their dependents. This change primarily affects foreign workers, with Indian nationals making up 71% of successful H-1B applicants in fiscal 2024. The proposal targets the period after employment ends but before the authorized stay expires. This move could significantly impact many Indian workers holding H-1B visas. The details of this policy shift are currently under proposal review.

🧐 Bengaluru 'Peptide Party' cancelled by food regulator

The much-talked-about 'Peptide Party' planned for Bengaluru on August 29 has been officially cancelled. This event was scheduled to take place in Koramangala, Bengaluru, and involved biohackers and wellness enthusiasts. Health authorities initiated an inquiry into the gathering, seeking details from the organizers, M/s Upsurge Labs LLP. The Food Safety and Drugs Administration issued a public advisory confirming the cancellation due to their investigation. Organizers have been granted time to submit the necessary documentation concerning the event. 🧐

🔬 BioNTech Pauses Cancer Vaccine Trial Over Safety Concerns

BioNTech has decided to halt its mRNA colorectal cancer vaccine trial following a safety review. This decision impacts the ongoing research conducted by the company. The trial had been underway, and the halt was implemented after a thorough evaluation of safety data. The vaccine aims to help fight colorectal cancer using mRNA technology. Further updates on the trial's future direction are expected from the company soon.

🚨 PaperCut flaw lets hackers run code remotely

Attackers are exploiting two newly patched PaperCut flaws to execute arbitrary code without needing authentication. This vulnerability affects PaperCut NG and MF instances, as confirmed by Huntress researchers. The flaws, CVE-2026-82078 and CVE-2026-81578, were disclosed after the company released an emergency fix. Attackers chained these issues to gain remote control, with limited exploitation observed on two customer environments. Organizations must immediately remove public exposure and apply the latest patch for security. 🔒

😔 Nepal accepts foreign rescue help amid flood crisis

Nepal has finally agreed to accept foreign rescue assistance after initially refusing it due to the overwhelming scale of the floods. India immediately stepped up, preparing to send a tunnel rescue team to Kathmandu after receiving the official request. As of Friday, India is sending a medical team and has offered Bailey bridges to restore crucial connectivity in affected areas. This change happened under massive pressure from international communities whose citizens were also missing in the disaster zones. India has already sent a total of 57.5 tonnes of relief aid since August 26. 😔