✊ DYFI protests police probe in Thiruvananthapuram

DYFI activists marched to the DGP office in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday to protest police interference. The group alleged the police were sabotaging the MDMA case investigation involving a Youth Congress leader. The protest occurred after activists clashed with police, who used water cannons for dispersal. DYFI leaders Chintha Jerome and M. Vijin participated in the demonstration. They demanded the Chief Minister's resignation amidst the case of Muhammed Hussain, arrested with 139.29 g of MDMA.

🦓 Thiruvananthapuram zoo revenue soars during Onam

The Thiruvananthapuram zoo saw increased revenue collection during the Onam holidays this year. Three zebras were introduced to the city zoo from Vantara in Jamnagar, Gujarat. From August 25 to 30, the total revenue reached ₹29.97 lakh, compared to ₹22.53 lakh last year. This boost came despite some rain and a public holiday during the period. The zoo complex also saw 55,860 visitors, with ticket sales alone hitting ₹22.93 lakh.

😔 Whatfix cofounder Khadim Batti passes away at 51

Khadim Batti, cofounder and CEO of enterprise software company Whatfix, passed away on Tuesday after suffering a cardiac arrest. He co-founded Whatfix with Vara Kumar Namburu in Bengaluru back in 2014. In 2024, Whatfix secured $125 million in funding, valuing the company around $900 million. Batti was influential in India’s SaaS and AI founder communities as an angel investor and mentor. His leadership shaped the company's global growth, and his legacy continues with the committed team.

📊 Hyderabad voter deletion hits 89% of 2023 turnout

A study shows that 19.4 lakh voters removed from Hyderabad's draft rolls equaled 89% of the 2023 Assembly election turnout. This was based on 42 lakh voters on the list in January 2023. In Malakpet and Yakutpura, deletions surpassed the 2023 votes polled by 112% and 110% respectively. Muslims comprised 40.7% of all these deletions, though detailed religious data is missing. The revision is part of a wider SIR process ongoing across several states into 2026.

🚀 UPI hits record 24.51 billion transactions in August

UPI recorded a new monthly high of 24.51 billion transactions in August, according to NPCI data released on Tuesday. This surge happened as festive activity, particularly around Raksha Bandhan, boosted peer-to-peer transfers across India. The August volume was 22% higher than the 19.63 billion transactions seen in August last year. This growth underscores the expanding reach of the UPI ecosystem, which now operates in 11 countries. Future growth depends on developing new UPI use cases and strengthening the digital infrastructure.

🏏 Pretorius shines in SA's T20I win over Zimbabwe

South Africa secured a 43-run victory against Zimbabwe in the T20I tri-series on Tuesday, September 1, in Windhoek. Lhuan-dre Pretorius starred for the Proteas, smashing a career-best 94 to help them reach 185/7. Zimbabwe's chase struggled, finishing at 142/10 after 17.4 overs. The match highlighted Pretorius's aggressive batting and the subsequent collapse of the Zimbabwean batting lineup. The series continues with more T20Is to be played between the two nations. 🇿🇦

🚲 71 bikes gifted to girl students by NTPC

NTPC Ramagundam handed out 71 bicycles to Class IX girl students under its CSR initiative. This distribution happened at the NTPC township in Ramagundam on Tuesday. The effort aims to help students get to school more easily and support their education journey. Additionally, a 'Yoga & Self Defence Training' program was inaugurated for these students. Rakhi Samanta, president of Deepti Mahila Samiti, attended the event. 🚲

💎 Nagarjuna opens new Kalyan Jewellers spot

Actor Akkineni Nagarjuna inaugurated a new Kalyan Jewellers showroom on Tuesday in Rajamahendravaram. The new store is located in Mallina Nagar and showcases several jewellery lines. These collections include Muhurat, Mudhra, and Nimah, among others. Mr. Nagarjuna expressed confidence in the local support for Kalyan Jewellers in the city. The company aims to make this a complete shopping destination offering various designs.

😔 Whatfix Co-founder Khadim Batti Passes Away

Khadim Batti, the co-founder and CEO of Whatfix, has sadly passed away. He was a prominent figure in the tech industry based in his professional capacity. While specific dates and figures regarding his life and career are not detailed in this report, his contributions to the company were significant. Batti was instrumental in shaping the trajectory of Whatfix over the years. The industry will now feel the absence of his leadership and vision.

🐅 Tiger hunt in Gudalur extends to 13th day

The search for the tiger responsible for two deaths in Gudalur is entering its 13th day on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The Forest Department has expanded the search into O’ Valley, suspecting the tiger hid due to intensive operations. The tiger hasn't been seen on camera trap footage for over a week, although pug marks have been recorded. Awareness campaigns are running near Mudumalai Tiger Reserve to ensure public safety. Officials are increasing camera traps while residents ask for financial aid after 12 days of disruption.

🏏 Pretorius' massive score powers SA win vs Zim

South Africa defeated Zimbabwe by 43 runs in the tri-series match. The game took place in Cricket Namibia, featuring Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Jordan Hermann for South Africa. South Africa posted a total of 185 for 7, while Zimbabwe managed 142. Pretorius' 94 and an opening stand of 68 set the platform for a strong batting performance. Zimbabwe has one match left, but the win helps South Africa pull further ahead in the standings. 🏏