📚 GATE 2027 registration dates delayed, DigiLocker mandatory

IIT Madras is set to announce revised registration dates for GATE 2027 soon, as the original August 27 start date has been postponed. The organizing institute will release the application link on gate2027.iitm.ac.in. All Indian nationals must register via DigiLocker, which will auto-fetch personal details for ease. Candidates need to prepare documents like photo, signature, and ID proof before the window opens. This score is crucial for admissions in MoE institutions and for PSU recruitments. 🧐

🤝 Modi and Xi at SCO, no solo meet planned

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are attending the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek. Although both leaders are present at the event, sources indicate a formal one-on-one bilateral meeting is unlikely. PM Modi arrived on Monday for the two-day summit, with Xi having arrived a day earlier. This joint appearance happens while India and China are actively discussing their ongoing border dispute. PM Modi will be holding other side meetings with leaders like Vladimir Putin during the summit. 🤝

✍️ Atletico gave Alvarez written nod for Barça move

Atletico Madrid privately gave Julian Alvarez written permission to discuss a transfer to Barcelona. This approval directly contradicts the club's public stance throughout the summer season. Journalist Jordi Jota claims to have personally seen this document detailing the agreement. Barcelona has been pushing hard for Alvarez but is now looking at targets like Gabriel Jesus. The club might revisit the pursuit in January, making this written consent quite significant.

🛡️ Bangladesh talks joining Makkah defence pact

Bangladesh is currently in positive dialogue regarding joining the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. This pact was signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye on August 6 to ensure collective deterrence among the three nations. The agreement involves a commitment that an armed attack on one country counts as an attack on all members. Dhaka believes joining the pact poses no risk and supports it within the Islamic world's challenges. Further steps will be announced once a formal invitation is received from the involved parties. 🤝

🎮 MW4 Open Beta wraps up on September 1st

The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta allows players to test new maps and unlock weapons up to Level 30. This beta is currently available for players across various global time zones. The official end date is Tuesday, September 1, at 10 am PT, which shifts to September 2 in some Pacific regions. Currently, no further beta periods have been announced by Infinity Ward or Activision for the title. Players who pre-ordered can access Campaign Early Access starting October 16, before the full launch on October 23, 2026.

✨ Jaya Bachchan's reality check to Arshad & Maria

Arshad Warsi recalled a significant warning from Jaya Bachchan before his wedding to Maria Goretti. Jaya, knowing the actor's life, advised the couple about the challenges of marrying an actor. She specifically asked them if they were ready for the realities of constantly being around interesting and attractive people. The couple married on February 14, 1999, and registered their marriage in January 2024. Arshad continues to have a busy schedule with films like Welcome To The Jungle and Dhamaal 4 released in 2026. 🎬

💡 India Vows Power Support to Nepal After Floods ⚡

India has assured Nepal that it will supply extra power as needed following the recent tragedy. This commitment was made by a top power ministry official regarding the devastating flash floods in Nepal. The floods cut 550 MW of Nepal's power capacity, and Nepal has been seeking advance import approvals since September. Officials confirmed this drop in imports will not affect India's domestic grid stability. India's vast national grid capacity can seamlessly absorb the temporary 400 MW shortfall.

🕌 Kerala cleric says women should stay home like gold

An Islamic cleric, Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad, stated that women should remain confined to their homes, comparing them to valuable jewellery kept in a box. The Kerala-based scholar claimed that Islam mandated the purdah system to protect women from public harm. This statement was made during an Islamic conference in Kochi, referencing the Holy Quran. The comments follow a recent circular suggesting women should avoid public platforms. Religious scholars are continuing to discuss these views despite facing objections. 🕌

🧐 TVK's PM push sparks alliance drama

The growing push for Vijay to become Prime Minister within TVK has caused tension among its allies. Congress Tourism Minister Rajeshkumar warned that Congress's two ministers might lose their posts if the alliance doesn't back Rahul Gandhi for PM in 2029. This friction intensified as TVK leaders actively promoted "Vijay for PM" through posters in Tuticorin. Ally Vaiko also stated that Rahul Gandhi must be the INDIA bloc's national candidate and urged ministers to control their statements. This situation highlights a major question about TVK's national political ambitions. 🧐

🛰️ One UI 9 Beta 7 drops Motion Assist & Satellite Connect

One UI 9 Beta 7 for the Galaxy S26 lineup introduced hidden features like Motion Assist and Satellite Connectivity. This was spotted by @FrankOneDigital on the beta build, alongside existing Netflix integration in Now Brief. The update is part of the ongoing testing phase for new Samsung features. Motion Assist aims to help users prone to motion sickness in moving vehicles. Satellite Connectivity is being prepared for SOS and messaging when cellular networks fail.

🏛️ SC asks e-committee to update e-courts portal

The Supreme Court directed its e-committee to review a request for changes to the e-courts portal. This direction was issued by a bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana. The plea, filed by Prabhjot Singh Dhillon, addresses the compounding of offenses processed electronically. Senior Advocate Maninder Singh argued that necessary changes align with High Court recommendations from 2024. The court agreed and instructed the petition to be placed before the e-committee for action. ⚖️