🤖 Google DeepMind launches sign language AI for searching

Google DeepMind has introduced SL2T, an AI model enabling users to interact digitally using sign language. This tech is debuting on Gboard and Live Transcribe on Pixel 11 devices, initially supporting American Sign Language to written English. The system tracks geometric points from hands and face, processing coordinates rather than raw video for privacy. It was trained on over 100,000 hours of data across 50 sign languages. Google plans to expand this feature to more smartphone models and languages later. 🤟

😥 5-year-old trapped in lift for 30 mins

A five-year-old girl and her maid got stuck inside a lift at a high-rise society in Greater Noida West on Tuesday evening. The lift halted between the 12th and 13th floors following a power cut, causing distress to the child. After the maid hit the emergency alarm, rescue efforts began involving the girl's parents, maintenance team, and residents. The situation was intense as help did not arrive immediately after the incident occurred. Ultimately, both the girl and her maid were safely rescued from the lift.

🍁 Alberta Premier: Study, Earn, Then Go Home 🇨🇦

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith stated that student visas are temporary documents meant solely for education in Canada. She addressed concerns from international students, particularly those from India, regarding PGWP denials from IRCC. Smith noted that Portage College might have overpromised pathways to permanent residency for students. She stressed that universities were built for Alberta students first, urging others to return home post-studies. Canada needs a rule-based immigration system, she concluded.

🕵️ Satheesan admits knowing two drug case accused

VD Satheesan admitted knowing two men arrested in the Kasaragod MDMA case. He stated that the two individuals, Muhammad Hussain and Abdul Salam, were arrested in Kasaragod. The incident involved an arrest made on Thursday, with Hussain being a Youth Congress activist. Satheesan denied his office asked Meta to remove critical reports, countering Pinarayi Vijayan's censorship claims. He asserted that his office only requested the restoration of the CMO Kerala Instagram account.

📈 Infra.Market listing trick without an IPO

Shalimar Paints is executing a reverse merger to get listed without a traditional IPO, leveraging its parent, Infra.Market. This complex deal involves Shalimar acquiring shares in its own parent company, Hella Infra Market Limited. The filing highlighted a figure of ₹10,440 crore related to the non-cash issuances and QIP announced on August 12, 2026. However, detailed analysis reveals this amount was not the total valuation of Infra.Market. The implication is that the implied valuation of the whole company is closer to ₹24,400 crore, pending further disclosures. 🧐

🎮 Ghost of Yōtei gets massive Complete Edition update

The Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition is the new definitive version of the PS5 game originally launched on October 2, 2025. This update includes new narrative expansion and a single-player combat survival mode, bringing more to the existing content. The additions, Ghost of Yōtei: Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted, arrive on October 1, 2026. This expands the game by exploring Atsu’s past and adding a roguelike bounty system. New players can buy it for $69.99, while owners can upgrade for $14.99. 🎮

🏥 Nurse found dead in Kolkata hospital toilet

A 30-year-old nurse was discovered dead in a locked toilet at the state-run NRS Hospital in Kolkata on Wednesday night. West Bengal health minister Sharadwat Mukherjee and police arrived after the incident was reported Thursday morning. The nurse disappeared around 9:40 pm while on duty, and empty anesthetic vials and a syringe were found inside the room. Doctors confirmed her death, though no suicide note was found at the scene. Police have seized her phone and asked her husband to come in for questioning. 🏥

🏛️ Parliament's monsoon session: 11 bills, lots of noise

The Monsoon Session concluded quietly after 19 scheduled sittings, despite ongoing political tensions. The Lok Sabha saw 11 bills pass, though much of the time was spent in slogans instead of debate. Question Hour repeatedly disappeared for three straight weeks by August 10th, showing lack of focus. Key issues like the NEET-UG controversy and police action against students remained unresolved. The FCRA Bill's referral to a Joint Parliamentary Committee showed an alternative path for scrutiny. 🧐

🤖 AI agents hit Taiwan in first fully autonomous cyberattack

Hackers deployed autonomous AI agents to conduct sophisticated cyberattacks against Taiwan's government systems. The attack, discovered by Israeli firm Dream, targeted various agencies over four days in July. The AI agents managed to map 21 systems, crack 85 accounts, and steal 2,500 personnel records. Experts suspect Chinese involvement, noting the use of simplified Chinese in internal documents. This incident highlights the growing threat of self-directing AI in cyber warfare. 🤖

🎬 I'm Game release date changes; Onam clash shifts

Dulquer Salmaan's film, I'm Game, has been officially postponed by the filmmakers. The movie was initially set for August 20, competing with Khalifa in the Onam box-office race. The new release date for I'm Game is now September 03, 2026, for a worldwide theatrical rollout. This delay allows the film to achieve a larger scale and wider reach across different markets. The cast includes Kayadu Lohar and Mysskin, and Nahas Hidhayath directed the movie. 🎬

📈 Cisco's AI push boosts profits and outlook

Cisco has reported a significant jump in profits driven by its AI initiatives. The tech giant operates across various sectors globally. For the quarter ending November 30, the company saw strong performance metrics. This growth reflects increased adoption of Cisco's AI-powered solutions in enterprise environments. Investors are now watching how Cisco capitalizes on this momentum in the coming fiscal periods. 📈