🤖 India prepping AI payments on UPI soon

India is developing a framework that allows AI agents to make small digital payments without approval for every transaction. This rollout will put India among the first countries with a national infrastructure for agentic AI payments. UPI processed 24.51 billion transactions worth Rs 29.82 lakh crore in August, according to a 2025 IMF report. The protocol is expected to be unveiled next week at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai. Early use cases will likely involve low-value, frequent purchases like groceries. 🤖

🔥 Rashmika's Mysaa action film release date set

Rashmika Mandanna is intensely transforming for the Pan-India action drama, Mysaa, while performing deadly stunts. The film is set to release on November 27, following her recent injury and recovery period. There are only 12 days of shooting left before her return to the set. This release date seems strategically perfect amid the heavy Dussehra, December, and Sankranthi competition. The movie features Rashmika as a fierce Gond tribal woman, directed by Rawindra Pulle.

⛽ CNG hose burst kills Jamshedpur pump worker

A 24-year-old CNG station employee tragically died after a refuelling hose burst on Thursday night. The incident occurred at a petrol pump on Sakchi-Kalimati Road in Jamshedpur. Tushar Khamri, the victim, was on night duty when the hose unexpectedly burst and the nozzle struck him on the head. Following the accident, a gas leak prompted panic among employees and customers at the site. GAIL officials are investigating the matter, and the family is demanding compensation from the pump operator. 💔

📚 Stanford offers huge fellowship for young researchers

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University has launched applications for its prestigious fellowship programme supporting early-career researchers. This opportunity is open to PhD holders or those expected to finish by September 1, 2027, across various fields. The programme offers substantial support, allowing fellows to focus purely on advanced research and publishing without teaching duties. Applicants need to submit a detailed CV, research plans, and three recommendation letters. The deadline for submission is November 17, ensuring emerging scholars get a shot at this huge platform. 🚀

🧠 AI reads ECG faster than doctors, finds hidden heart issues

Researchers at Imperial College London trained an AI to read an ECG in under two seconds and detect specific heart problems. The trial covered 67,000 patients in the United States and showed high accuracy for heart failure and valve disease. This tool is intended for triage, prioritizing patients needing ultrasounds instead of replacing clinicians entirely. The broader program also analyzes data from Brazil and the US for other conditions. Next, the team plans to integrate the AI into handheld ECG devices, pending regulatory approval. 🩺

😟 Assam workers return from Nepal after witnessing death

Eight workers from Assam have returned home after a harrowing experience in Nepal. These individuals were working in Nepal when they encountered a situation involving death. The incident occurred recently, with their return being reported on a specific date. The workers faced a deeply traumatic situation while on duty in the country. Authorities are now monitoring the situation following their repatriation. 😟

🧐 Iran says it'll act if US keeps June deal promises

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran will immediately reciprocate if the US honors its June MoU commitments. He made this declaration at the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The agreement, signed with US President Donald Trump, included a 60-day negotiation period to end the conflict. Pezeshkian accused Washington and Israel of violating international law with attacks on June 13, 2025, and February 28, 2026. Tehran maintains its Strait of Hormuz closure until Washington meets its agreed-upon terms. 🧐

🧐 Karnataka raids: 6 sweet shops shut down for safety breaches

Food Safety and Drug Administration raided several establishments across Karnataka over food safety violations. The crackdown targeted six sweet shops, including Bikaner Sweets in Bengaluru and Maharaja Sweets in Kalaburagi. On August 31, officials seized over 800 kg of products, such as khova and savouries, across multiple cities. Violations included unhygienic conditions, expired goods, and missing mandatory labels on various items. Legal action is planned, and similar inspections will continue across Karnataka to ensure public health. 🧐

⚖️ SC closes case on NCERT's 'Judiciary Corruption' chapter

The Supreme Court closed its suo motu proceedings regarding the controversial chapter on 'Corruption in Judiciary' in the NCERT Class 8 textbook. This action followed the chapter's subsequent withdrawal from the curriculum. The bench, including CJI Surya Kant, noted that the textbook has been updated with revisions from an expert panel. The Solicitor General confirmed that the new textbooks featuring the revised chapter are currently in circulation. Furthermore, the Court clarified that an earlier order regarding three academics was only a recording of a submission, not a judicial finding.

📢 Kuki MLAs told to stay out of Manipur assembly

The Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) has instructed Kuki-Zo MLAs to avoid the Manipur State Assembly session starting Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The assembly is set to continue until September 7, with three sittings planned for the session. KIM stated that the legislative resumption should not imply normalcy without a separate political administration for the community. The organization stressed that MLAs must show solidarity with the people who have faced conflict since May 2023. Those disregarding this directive will be seen as abandoning the community's collective stance.

🏎️ Ferrari pays tribute to Michael Schumacher for Italian GP

Scuderia Ferrari has unveiled a special livery for the Italian Grand Prix, honoring Michael Schumacher's decade with the team. This Schumacher-inspired design is on the SF-26 car, with bespoke race suits for Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton also launched. The tribute marks 30 years since his first win in 1996 and 20 years since his last season in 2006. During his tenure, the German secured 72 grand prix wins and five consecutive drivers' championships. The new livery is fully red, echoing the classic style from his era.