💡 Grandma's Influence: Navya Nanda on Women's Power

Navya Naveli Nanda credited her paternal grandmother, Ritu Nanda, as a major inspiration for her entrepreneurial journey. She shared that growing up in Delhi, watching her Dadi work provided an early example of female career building. Navya emphasized that all the women in her family significantly motivated and supported her endeavors. She stressed the need to prepare young women for the AI-driven professional world through programs like GenAI Ready Naari. Navya believes both men and women can achieve equality together as they move forward. 👩

♟️ Esports Nations Cup pushed to 2027

The inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC), featuring a 128-player chess tournament, has been postponed by one year. This change affects the event originally scheduled for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 2-29. The decision was made by the Esports Foundation due to an ongoing assessment of the wider regional situation. This massive event involves teams and stakeholders from over 100 countries and territories globally. The EF will share details on the revised calendar and qualification pathways soon. ♟️

🎬 'Batwara 1947' hits Day 6, chasing 32 crore net

Sunny Deol's period drama, 'Batwara 1947', has entered its sixth day of theatrical release. The film is currently running across 2,225 shows in India amidst competition from 'Awarapan 2'. As of Day 5, the movie achieved a total India net collection of Rs. 30.75 crore, with Day 6 adding Rs. 0.13 crore. The production is aiming to secure the Rs. 32 crore India net milestone before the first week concludes. Maintaining strong weekday shows will be key for the film's overall run.

💸 OnePlus prices jump across five models in India

OnePlus has reportedly hiked prices by ₹1,000 to ₹4,000 across five models in India. This price increase affects the Nord 6, Nord CE6, Nord CE6 Lite, N6, and N6x series. The rises range from ₹1,000 on the N6x to ₹4,000 on the Nord CE6 Lite 8GB + 256GB. These changes put several phones against different rivals, amid rising memory costs for manufacturers. Buyers are advised to re-check prices and compare alternatives before purchasing. 🧐

🤢 21 students sick after drinking high-chlorine water

Twenty-one students became ill after consuming water from their school on Tuesday afternoon. This incident happened at a government middle school near Pollachi in Coimbatore district. The issue was reported on August 18, 2026, and followed up on August 19, 2026. Chlorine was added to the 60-litre tank to prevent dengue, but high concentration caused irritation. The students are currently stable, and the water tank has been cleaned.

🛡️ Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan form new defence pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement this month in Mecca. These three regional powers brought together diverse strengths, including Saudi Arabia's economic weight and Turkey's military capability. The pact dictates that an attack on one is considered an attack on all three signatories. This move signals a shift towards regional risk-sharing instead of relying on a single external power. The alliance aims to enhance collective deterrence for all involved nations.

😠 Tejashwi Yadav detained during Bihar protest 🚨

Tejashwi Yadav was detained by police during an RJD Raj Bhavan March in Patna on Wednesday. The protest was organized to question the state government over the alleged use of an AK-47 during a student protest in Siwan district. The march included RJD MPs and MLAs, demanding justice for the students involved in the incident. Yadav vowed to continue the agitation until justice is served, while police used water cannons. He alleged that these actions were ordered by Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.

🏛️ Supreme Court pushes for institutional NTA reforms

The Supreme Court questioned the Union government regarding the implementation of expert committee recommendations for the NTA. The hearing was held by Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe, following petitions related to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Despite the Solicitor General detailing multiple security layers, the Court stressed the need for institutionalizing safeguards in a dedicated body. The judge suggested an approach similar to the UPSC, emphasizing long-term structural strength over single-exam fixes. The Bench demanded specifics on staffing and infrastructure for the proposed 16 verticals. 🧐

🧐 SC wants NTA institutionalized to stop paper leaks

The Supreme Court stressed that the National Testing Agency must be institutionalized and made robust to prevent question paper leaks. The Court, hearing petitions related to the NEET leaks, emphasized the need for significant technological upgrades within the agency. It directed the Central government to file an affidavit on implementing Radhakrishnan and Nandan Nilekani committee recommendations. These committees proposed reforms like AI and blockchain for competitive exams. The matter will be heard again in three weeks to monitor progress. 🧐

🚨 Gangsters from Davinder Bambiha gang deported from Malaysia

Three alleged operatives of the Davinder Bambiha gang were successfully deported from Malaysia by Punjab Police. Jaspreet Singh, Ajay Singh, and Pawandeep Singh were arrested at IGI Airport, New Delhi, after their return. These individuals were wanted in cases involving murder, extortion, and a planned hand-grenade attack in Ludhiana, allegedly linked to ISI. This deportation marks a major win for Punjab Police's anti-organized crime efforts against foreign-based gangsters. The police will now question them about their overseas network and local criminal activities. 🚨

🏥 Pak govt challenges court order for Imran Khan hospital transfer

The Shehbaz Sharif-led government plans to challenge the Supreme Court's directive to move jailed ex-PM Imran Khan to a private hospital. Law minister Azam Nazeer Tarar confirmed this on Wednesday, stating the order is not within the law. The Supreme Court ordered his transfer to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad within two days. The government will approach the court for a review petition seeking order modification. This action could impact PTI hopes and potentially lead to public unrest. 🏥