⛽ Free petrol langar in Chandigarh today

A unique 'petrol langar' initiative is happening in Chandigarh, offering fuel coupons to the public. Rakesh Trehan, known as 'Raja Di King' from Amritsar, organized this drive at designated pumps in Sector 7 and Sector 10. Eligible visitors can receive coupons worth Rs 500 or Rs 1,000 on August 18 at 5 pm. This event shifts the traditional langar concept from food to essential expenses like fuel. Trehan has hinted at a future 'iPhone langar' but details remain unverified. ⛽

🧐 Q-Line Biotech IPO: Check the Grey Market Premium

Q-Line Biotech is launching its maiden book building IPO, offering 6,253,200 equity shares at a price band of Rs. 326 - Rs. 343 per share. The company, based in India, develops and markets diagnostic reagents and consumables, having been operational since 2013. The IPO aims to mobilize Rs. 214.48 cr., opening on May 21, 2026, and closing on May 25, 2026. Financially, the company showed top-line growth but suffered a bottom-line setback in FY25 due to accounting adjustments. Well-informed investors might consider moderate funds for a long-term hold. 🧐

🔪 Nashik murder: Live-in partner slits throat, cover-up fails

A 40-year-old man, Vasant Gorkhanath Satpute, was allegedly murdered by his live-in partner and two associates in Nashik. The accused reportedly slit his throat and hid the body at home for nearly 18 hours before dumping it at Kasara Ghat. Police suspect his alcohol consumption and gambling created tension leading to the incident. The entire plan unraveled due to a single slip-up by the accused party. Hasina Sheikh, Sahil Shah, and Moin Shah have been arrested as the investigation continues. 😨

🧑‍🚀 French astronaut sets spacewalk record today

Sophie Adenot is set to make spaceflight history by becoming the first French woman to conduct a spacewalk. She will be joining NASA astronaut Anil Menon outside the International Space Station (ISS) today, August 18th. This 6.5-hour excursion is scheduled for around 8:35 a.m. EDT, and it will be the 282nd spacewalk on the ISS. The duo will be replacing a critical space-to-ground antenna on the orbital complex. This historic EVA comes after Menon's previous spacewalk was rescheduled due to a sensor reading issue. 🚀

📢 AK-47 used in Bihar protests, govt assures SC

An AK-47 was reportedly fired during recent student protests, according to the Bihar government. This incident took place in Bihar, where the state government addressed the Supreme Court. The government confirmed the firing occurred but stated that no injuries were sustained by anyone present. The context involves allegations of excessive force being used against the protesting students. The administration is now clarifying the situation before the Supreme Court proceedings continue.

🧑‍⚖️ AIBE 22 registration starts tomorrow, check dates

The Bar Council of India is launching the AIBE 22 registration process starting on August 19, 2026. Law graduates and final-year students without backlogs can apply via the official website. The registration closes on October 27, 2026, with the exam set for November 29, 2026. This test is crucial for practicing law within Indian courts. Candidates must keep all required documents ready before applying. 🧑‍⚖️

💎 Georgina's $75M diamond wedding drip with Ronaldo

Georgina Rodriguez married Cristiano Ronaldo wearing jaw-dropping Chopard high jewellery worth $75 million. The intimate ceremony took place in Portugal, featuring custom white Gucci suit details. The pieces come from Chopard’s 'Garden of Kalahari' collection, previously worn by Beyonce and Rihanna. This collection originated from a 1,342-carat natural diamond rough found in Botswana. She highlighted three hero stones, including a 50-carat round diamond, for her special day.

😥 Rising Memory & AI Costs Stress Zoho Founder

Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu noted that surging memory and AI token prices are complicating business operations. He responded to a Tom’s Hardware report concerning memory price hikes over the last twelve months. Specifically, a 64GB DDR5-5600 kit saw a rise of about 485% from August 2025 to August 2026. While companies have tried to absorb these costs, maintaining current pricing is becoming increasingly tough. Vembu stated that the era of 'free' memory is over, demanding more efficient software development. 😥

💰 Shankesh Jewellers IPO opens today

The ₹367-crore Shankesh Jewellers IPO started bidding on August 18th, facing mixed analyst reactions and a weak grey market trend. This Mumbai-based wholesaler has strong customer ties, with repeat customers making up about 80% of its FY26 total. The company showed strong growth, with Revenue/EBITDA/PAT CAGR at 23.9%/134.9%/188.4% from FY24-FY26. While some see it as neutral due to gold price impact, Master Capital recommends subscribing for the long term. The IPO closes on August 20th, with listing expected on August 25th. 🧐

🚨 Builders hiding RERA details? Homebuyers need to know this.

The Enforcement Directorate has issued a strong warning to homebuyers about builders who withhold RERA information. This advisory followed the ED provisionally attaching Rs 129.80 crore in an Ahmedabad real estate fraud case. RERA, enacted in 2016, aims to boost transparency and protect buyers in real estate projects. Buyers must verify RERA registration and approvals on the official state portal before making any payments. If details are refused, buyers should stop payments and approach the state RERA authority.

💉 HPV vaccines land in PNG to fight cancer

Papua New Guinea is starting a national rollout of HPV vaccines to combat high rates of cervical cancer. Scan Global Logistics and Air Niugini Cargo moved the first 100,000 vaccine vials from Denmark on August 6. The plan includes an expected 180,000 more vials, with the first phase set for September 2026. This initiative aims to protect around 60,000 girls aged 9 to 14 across two provinces initially. The vaccines will then move through PNG's health system for wider distribution. 💉