💰 Ghost mall sells for massive Rs 422cr in auction

The stalled Sangarmaal City Centre parcel in Srinagar fetched an eye-popping Rs 421.75 crore during an overnight auction. The land, located near Kashmir Golf Course and opposite Polo View, was auctioned on August 25th. Officials were surprised as the price soared far beyond their initial Rs 200-crore expectations by August 26th. This sale is seen as a major step to boost investment across the Union Territory. The successful bidder was Parmesh Construction Company Ltd, a consortium of several firms.

🚩 Vijayan slams UDF for bowing to RSS agenda

Pinarayi Vijayan accused the UDF government of surrendering to the RSS agenda regarding university acts. The accusation was made by him on Tuesday in reference to a Supreme Court submission. This move allegedly contradicts the LDF's decade-long defense of Kerala’s federal rights and university autonomy. Vijayan claimed this capitulation risks Governor control and the Sangh Parivar's centralization project. He warned that this strikes at Kerala’s constitutional and democratic foundations.

😂 Samay Raina roasts Unacademy sale, founder replies

Comedian Samay Raina roasted Unacademy co-founder Gaurav Munjal on Instagram regarding the platform's sale. Raina jokingly questioned why the company sold for $200 million instead of the earlier $3.4 billion. Edtech firm upGrad officially acquired Unacademy in an all-stock deal valued at about $206 million. Gaurav Munjal confirmed the deal closed after six months of talks, with shareholders getting upGrad shares. Munjal responded playfully to Raina's sarcasm on X, keeping the friendly banter going. 🤝

🎬 Galaxy Z8's My FanCam Explained: Tracking Made Easy

Samsung released My FanCam on Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Flip8, and Galaxy S26 FE. This feature lets users track a single person in fan videos with just one tap. It uses an AI model to keep the chosen individual centered even if they get partially obscured. The system analyzes multiple subjects simultaneously, allowing instant switching between people. The team optimized the AI for on-device processing, ensuring smooth performance without needing a server.

🤖 Driverless Car Crashes into Police Van in Islamabad

A supposed demonstration of a driverless car in Islamabad ended when the vehicle crashed into a parked police van. Pakistan journalist Muhammad Aalijah shared the video on Sunday, showcasing the 'remote-controlled car' navigating autonomously. The incident occurred because of an internet disruption that caused the vehicle to lose control while being operated via satellite and internet connections. Aalijah attributed the crash to this technical fault during external control. Social media users reacted by joking about the unusual demonstration and the vehicle's unexpected path. 🤦‍♂️

💥 Trump slams Iran deal, warns of more strikes

The US is currently conducting powerful strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz. This action is in retaliation for Iran's failed sea mine attempt and shooting eight missiles at a military base in Jordan. Donald J. Trump stated that any further retaliation from Iran will face a much harder hit. He warned that a much bigger attack is pending, which could severely damage the Islamic Republic of Iran. The US military is prepared for the next escalation. 💥

💻 MacBook vibes on Windows: new laptop picks

Several Windows laptops offer a premium experience similar to a MacBook without needing macOS. The HP Omnibook 5 OLED features a 16'' 2K OLED screen and runs on Snapdragon X with 45 TOPS AI. The ASUS Vivobook S14 boasts a 14'' OLED display with AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 and 50 TOPS NPU. Other options include the ASUS Zenbook 14 and Dell 15 AI Powered Laptop for different needs. These models give users strong performance, great battery life, and sleek designs for daily use. 💻

🎬 Mirzapur sets solid start with huge advance bookings

Mirzapur: The Movie is showing superb sales at the ticket window right now. The film saw around 30,000 tickets sold on September 1st in national chains like PVR Inox and Cinepolis. Based on current trends, it is expected to smash over 100K tickets nationally, aiming for 125K. The movie is projected for a Rs. 20 crore nett plus opening, with a shot at Rs. 25 crore nett. Its final success will depend heavily on positive word-of-mouth after its September 4, 2026 release.

🤔 Fed rate hikes could get messy, says expert

Adam Posen, president of the Peterson Institute for International Economics, commented on the potential direction of monetary policy. He weighed in on Kevin Warsh's recent speech given at the Kansas City Fed Symposium in Jackson Hole. Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr mentioned being ready to back an interest rate hike if inflation doesn't cool down. High US inflation is also being discussed in contrast to other nations' economic situations. The discussion covered how the new Fed chair plans to impact the central bank moving forward. 🧐

⚙️ Microsoft pauses reboot-free hotpatch updates

Microsoft is temporarily pausing the reboot-free Hotpatch updates for the next two monthly security releases. The September 2026 security update will require Hotpatch-enabled devices to restart because of core component changes. Another required reboot is scheduled for October 2026, which is a baseline update month. Hotpatch is a Windows technology allowing immediate security fixes without restarts. Microsoft expects the restart-free Hotpatch cycle to resume again in November 2026. 💻

🦠 Ebola cases hit 6,000 in DRC amid crisis

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 6,000 confirmed infections with a death toll of 2,911. This epidemic has spread across about 60 zones in six provinces, according to government figures. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres noted this is the fastest-growing Ebola epidemic on record. Health officials are rolling out vaccination campaigns for front-line workers, receiving over 50,000 doses. The situation is complicated by ongoing conflict and lack of international resources. 😔