📉 Food prices jump, protests rise across India

Essential commodity prices have sharply increased, with onions hitting ₹60-₹65 per kg and sugar nearing ₹65 per kg. This price hike has sparked political debate, as opposition leaders criticize the government over food inflation. Officials attribute the rise to global price trends and weather damage, mentioning buffer stock releases. Separately, student protests escalated at IIT Delhi following a physics student's suicide. Meanwhile, the US administration proposed a USD 103,265 fee for H-1B visa applications. 📉

🧠 MIT says AI forces college rethinking

MIT is pushing for a major overhaul of education rather than just new policies due to generative AI's impact. This high-profile institute in Cambridge, Massachusetts, released a report calling for broad reconsideration of learning and assessment methods. The recommendations involve redesigning tests and focusing on hands-on learning, effective from the committee's formation in January 2026. MIT wants students to be skilled AI users while retaining critical judgment and technical understanding. Furthermore, the institute is stressing the importance of the residential experience and human community.

🎮 GTA VI leaks show club, beach, and game store scenes

A new set of leaked video clips for GTA VI has emerged, showing detailed in-game locations. These clips feature the Jason character navigating a crowded nightclub and cycling along a beach. Another segment shows him visiting a store called 'Game Horde' stocked with used PS5s and physical games. These leaked scenes confirm elements seen in Rockstar's official trailers. The leaks continue to provide fans with glimpses of the highly anticipated game.

🚀 SpaceX plans massive $100B spaceport in Louisiana

SpaceX has announced plans to build a $100 billion spaceport facility in the United States. This massive project is slated to be located in Louisiana. The development is part of their ongoing expansion strategy for commercial space travel. The ambitious venture aims to revolutionize launch capabilities in the region. Further details regarding the construction timeline are expected to be released soon. 🚀

🏛️ Kerala officially renames itself Keralam

The Union Home Ministry has officially notified the name change of Kerala to Keralam. This change is effective from Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as per the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Act, 2026. The Lok Sabha passed the Bill on August 11, followed by the Rajya Sabha on August 12. The state government first sent the resolution to the Centre in June 2024. This Act alters the state's name and makes necessary consequential amendments to the Constitution. 🏛️

📈 Sugar Hits Rs 65/kg, Price Hike Mystery

Sugar prices have crossed the ₹65 per kg mark recently. This increase is impacting consumers across the market. The rise has been observed over the past few weeks, specifically since early March. Experts attribute this surge to global supply chain issues and increased demand. Hopefully, the prices will stabilize or ease in the coming months. 📈

🕺 Anupam Kher & Boman Irani hit Ravi Kishan's viral move

Anupam Kher and Boman Irani recently recreated a viral dance step popularized by actor Ravi Kishan. This fun clip was shared across social media platforms, gaining significant attention online. The recreation highlights the actors' willingness to participate in trending internet moments. It serves as a lighthearted tribute to Ravi Kishan's popular performances and style. Fans are eagerly awaiting more such entertaining collaborative content from the trio.

🧠 Computers Learning to Understand Themselves

New developments in cyberdecks are allowing computers to begin understanding other computers. Researchers are working on these systems at various institutions globally. Key milestones include performance improvements observed since early 2023. This advancement pushes the boundaries of AI and self-aware computing models. Further research aims to integrate these capabilities into complex, real-world applications. 🧠

🎮 PS Plus September 2026 lineup and Into the Radius 2 update

Sony is preparing the September 2026 PlayStation Plus lineup, which is reportedly set to be announced on August 26. These Essential games are expected to roll out for subscribers on September 1, following Sony's typical schedule. Furthermore, the PS VR2 title Into the Radius 2 is confirmed for release on September 24, 2026. The launch version will feature a larger single-player campaign, while two-player co-op is slated for a free update in Q4 2026. This September promises a packed month with subscription content and a major VR game drop.

💡 Philanthropy needs capacity, not just short-term fixes

Dr Priti Adani stated that philanthropy must shift from running short-term schemes to building community capacity for lasting change. Speaking at the AVPN Global Conference 2026 in Bharat Mandapam, she termed this needed shift "Capital for Capacity." She highlighted that funders should back institutions and skills instead of temporary projects. The three-day conference, running August 25 to 27, brought together leaders from across Asia. The Adani Foundation, operating in 22 states, exemplifies this approach by reaching over 13.3 million people. 💡

🧠 Anthropic targets massive $30T market ahead of IPO

Anthropic is gearing up to pitch investors a total addressable market exceeding $30 trillion. This figure surpasses the $28.5 trillion opportunity previously estimated by SpaceX. The AI firm, which develops Claude, calculated this potential by factoring in all possible future AI applications. Such a huge TAM helps justify its high valuation and strategic positioning against rivals like OpenAI and Google. Anthropic is aiming for a potential IPO and is targeting $190 billion to $200 billion in revenue by 2028. 🚀