💰 Gold and silver prices update for August 27

Gold and silver prices have been updated for today, August 27 across major Indian cities. The rates for 24K and 22K gold are available in Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata, among others. Specific pricing details for these precious metals were published on Moneycontrol.com. These daily fluctuations are closely watched by investors and jewelry buyers across the country. People interested in investing or purchasing jewelry should check the latest rates immediately.

🌳 Newlywed jumps from 10th floor, lands in tree

A 26-year-old newlywed, Pratiksha Hiwrale, allegedly jumped from the 10th floor of a building. The incident happened at Sunshine Co-operative Housing Society in Tulshetpada, Bhandup West, Mumbai. The fire brigade was alerted around 9:32 am on Wednesday morning. She landed in an adjacent tree, found hanging 20-25 feet up, and was rescued using a hook ladder. She is currently in critical condition at Sion Hospital after sustaining a left leg injury.

😔 Assam BTC Deputy Speaker Found Dead

Bijit Gwra Narzary, the Deputy Speaker of Assam’s Bodoland Territorial Council, was discovered deceased on Wednesday evening. He was a BJP leader representing the Darrangajuli constituency and was found at his residence in Kumarikata, Tamulpur district. The incident occurred on August 26, 2026, and police are currently investigating the cause of death. BTC chief Hagrama Mohilary expressed deep sadness over the untimely passing of the Deputy Speaker. Further details regarding the death are pending as the investigation continues. 😔

🎬 Salman Khan mourns filmmaker Kuku Kohli's passing

Veteran filmmaker Kuku Kohli passed away on Tuesday, August 25, after suffering a heart attack. Salman Khan offered condolences to his wife, Aruna Irani, on X. The 77-year-old director's final rites took place on Wednesday, August 26. Kohli was known for directing films like Suhaag and his last film was Woh Tera Naam Tha in 2004. He is survived by Aruna Irani and two daughters. 😥

🏏 India vs SL Test: Dinusha fights hard in Colombo

Keshara Nuwantha was dismissed by Manav Suthar during the second Test on Day 5 in Colombo. Sri Lanka scored 329/6 in their second innings at lunch on Thursday. Nuwantha and Sonal Dinusha built a crucial 111-run partnership for the seventh wicket. Dinusha remains unbeaten on 71 runs while the hosts lead by 137 runs. India now needs to find a breakthrough in the second session to challenge this strong batting display. 🏏

🔬 Newspaper turns e-waste into graphene

Researchers at Dublin City University successfully produced graphene from electronic-waste graphite using everyday items. The team processed graphite heat spreaders, found in phones and laptops, with waste newspaper and tap water. This breakthrough addresses the 62 million tonnes of e-waste generated globally in 2022, where graphite is often overlooked. The cellulose from the newspaper acts as a barrier, keeping the graphene sheets stable for hours. This low-cost method aims to lower the barrier for research in labs and schools. 🧪

✈️ Parandur airport project dropped by Tamil Nadu govt

The planned second airport at Parandur has been scrapped by the Tamil Nadu government. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced this change during the State Assembly. The decision was made on August 24, 2026, after the project had been revived in 2022. This cancellation means the government must now search for a different location for Chennai's second airport. Moving forward, the focus will be on identifying and developing an alternative site. ✈️

⚽ Chelsea's dream transfer ending: sales and signings

Chelsea aims for an ideal transfer window close by securing Alex Scott and offloading £270 million in players. The club is focusing on selling players to manage its squad size before the September 1 deadline. Potential sales include Liam Delap for £45m and Nicolas Jackson for £65m, alongside Marc Guiu. Alex Scott is seen as the perfect replacement midfielder if Enzo Fernandez moves to Manchester City for £120-£130m. For goalkeeping, a loan move for Emi Martinez could be the smart compromise to support Mike Penders.

🛫 Parandur airport plan scrapped by Tamil Nadu govt

The proposed second airport project at Parandur has been officially scrapped by the Tamil Nadu government. This decision was announced by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in the State Assembly on August 24. The original plan dates back to 1998, but the project faced opposition from farmers and environmental concerns. Currently, the existing Chennai airport handles 30 million passengers annually, with capacity expected to rise further. The government will now search for an alternative site for Chennai's second airport. ✈️

☀️ Heatwaves now a major disaster category in India

Heatwaves and lightning have been officially added to India’s list of notified natural calamities by the Ministry of Home Affairs on August 4. This update, following FC-XVI recommendations, now allows heatwaves to access the full State Disaster Risk Management Fund pool across all States. The 2026-27 to 2030-31 period has seen FC-XVI recommend Rs 2.04 lakh crore for State disaster funds. Previously, heatwaves faced limits, but the new notification removes this asymmetry for better financial support. States are now encouraged to develop Heat Action Plans to utilize these clearer financing options. 🌡️

📉 Rupee dips as dollar demand dominates

The Indian Rupee experienced a dip, reversing the gains seen earlier in the trading day. This movement was driven primarily by strong demand for the US Dollar from importers across the market. Specific trading data showed the currency fluctuations around the date of the report. This trend reflects ongoing global economic pressures influencing foreign exchange markets. Market watchers are closely monitoring future import orders for further direction. 📈