Gold prices have seen a slight pullback amid shifting economic indicators. The increase in the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation rate was reported by the relevant economic bodies. This rise occurred on a recent date, signaling potential changes in monetary policy outlook. Investors are now reassessing their portfolios based on this new inflation data. Markets will closely watch subsequent inflation reports for further direction. 📈
world Six people passed away and three others sustained injuries after their vehicle skidded off the road in Surankote, Poonch district. This tragic accident happened on Wednesday around 5:30 pm, with all victims being from Seri Chouhana. The fatalities included Mohd Shafiq (32) and Nazakat Hussain (34), among others. Officials suspect the driver lost control, leading to the vehicle rolling into the deep gorge. The injured were initially taken to a local facility before critical cases were moved to GMC Jammu. 😔
india Karnataka's Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a special legislature session to oppose the Kasturirangan report's implementation. This move comes after the Centre unilaterally notified the draft, despite the Cabinet rejecting it in September 2024. The report impacts livelihood and farming across 1,449 villages in 10 districts, covering 20,668 square kilometres. Furthermore, the state's Revenue Department is set to declare drought in the next couple of days for 102 taluks. The CM is also pushing for local body elections before the year-end and has seen 7 lakh registrations for Bharat Jodo Sanghas. 🌾
science A deadly bird flu outbreak in 2022 forced an entire Sandwich Tern colony to abandon its nesting grounds in England. The seabirds are now returning in record numbers at RSPB Pagham Harbour in West Sussex. This recovery comes four years later, with the 2026 breeding season showing unprecedented numbers. Habitat work and predator protection made the site suitable for their comeback. This success offers hope for UK seabirds facing avian flu threats. 🌊
science Researchers developed AGENTEX, a new tool allowing faster and safer design of synthetic proteins. This breakthrough comes from the lab of geneticist George Church at Harvard Medical School and the Wyss Institute. The technology enables the use of up to 34 custom amino acids, a massive jump from the natural 20, as reported on Aug. 26 in Nature. This method bypasses complex genome recoding by working in test tubes without altering living organisms. The discovery also reveals new insights into how transfer RNAs function in protein synthesis. 🔬
india The Gauhati High Court has directed Assam and Nagaland governments to submit detailed affidavits regarding eastern Assam's floods. Congress leader Debabrata Saikia filed the petition, alleging administrative inaction worsened the July floods. Over 80 lives were lost, and lakhs were affected across Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, and Golaghat districts. The petition scrutinizes issues like illegal mining in the Dikhow River and water release from upstream dams. The court now seeks details on measures taken by authorities to prevent future devastating floods.
health Two airport workers passed away from malaria after being infected by mosquitoes. This happened at Frankfurt Airport, Germany, involving the airport operator Fraport and city health authorities. A total of six workers contracted the dangerous malaria tropica, with the first death in early July and the second in August. The infection is assumed to have been transmitted by an Anopheles mosquito imported via aircraft. The remaining four infected workers are currently recovering well after receiving treatment.
Senior Advocate Krishna Srinivasan has established a new law firm called KS Law Chambers on Wednesday. This firm will operate under the mentorship of A.L. Somayaji, the former Advocate General of Tamil Nadu. The setup includes four partners: Geethi Ara, Chitra Srinivasan, Hemanth Ragu, and Shashi Krishna. Approximately 15 associates and six staff members have joined the new chambers. Mr. Srinivasan will advise the firm and lead litigation matters moving forward.
The ADEETIE scheme, run by BEE under the Ministry of Power, has seen over 1,070 Expressions of Interest from MSMEs nationwide for IGEAs. Consequently, 203 Detailed Project Reports were created, detailing projects valued at ₹985.83 crore. Around 103 projects received credit sanctions amounting to ₹707.54 crore on Wednesday. This initiative aims to boost MSME productivity and cut operating costs by adopting green tech. Medak district is now listed as one of the focus clusters among the 60 operational zones. ⚡
business Stephen and Ayesha Curry's foundation, Eat. Learn & Play, is making a huge impact on literacy in Oakland. They have been working in Oakland for seven years to close the literacy gap in the community. In 2024, they pledged $25 million over five years, aiming for 10,000 tutoring spots by 2029. Currently, their tutoring has reached over 7,500 students in the Oakland Unified School District. The couple continues to provide resources and support to children in their hometown.
india Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann accused the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leadership of seeking a tie-up with the BJP before the 2027 Assembly elections. He made these allegations during a 'Lok Milni' gathering at Chawinda Devi in Punjab. Mann stated that the SAD is begging to join hands with the BJP to plunder the state. He contrasted this with his government's record on jobs, education, and healthcare since taking office in 2022. The CM also targeted Congress, calling it a 'divided house'.
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