business The cost of petrol has increased significantly since the start of the war on Iran. India currently ranks 141 out of 145 nations in terms of percentage price increase. This rise reflects global fuel market volatility influenced by geopolitical tensions. The surge affects daily commuting and transportation costs across the country. Authorities are monitoring the situation to manage the impact on citizens. ⛽
tech The iPhone 17 Pro is available at an effective price of Rs 81,000 on Flipkart. This deal applies to the 256GB Silver variant in New Delhi. The pricing involves a price cut, exchange benefit, and a bank discount, effective August 24. Eligibility requires an older, eligible iPhone for exchange and a Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card. Customers can also opt for No Cost EMI plans starting around Rs 14,333 monthly.
US-Canada trade negotiations broke down on Friday night, failing to reach an agreement on tariffs. President Trump threatened a 50% tariff on Canadian imports like cars and trucks starting January 1, 2027. Last week, Trump had given Canada a three-day grace period regarding $20 billion in goods. Canadian Prime Minister Carney noted that while progress was made, many issues remained unresolved. The situation signals a possible escalation in trade tensions between the two nations. 📉
health Three newborns tragically died from burn injuries following a fire in the NICU of District Women’s Hospital in Amravati. The blaze started around 3:30 am on the third floor, potentially caused by a ventilator explosion. Approximately 39 newborns were in the unit at the time of the incident on Monday, August 24, 2026. Hospital staff swiftly evacuated several infants, and six others were moved to a Super Speciality Hospital for care. Authorities are currently investigating the exact cause of this serious event. 😔
entertainment Filmmaker Siddharth Anand announced he booked FDFS tickets for Yash's upcoming film, Toxic: A FairyTale for GrownUps. He shared this excitement on Monday, praising Yash as a superstar who has broken the mould. The movie, directed by Geetu Mohandas, is set to release in theatres on August 26. This follows Anand's previous critical comments about the box office performance of several South Indian films. His next project, King, featuring Shah Rukh Khan, is slated for release on December 24, 2026.
sports Atletico Madrid is reportedly ready to sell Julian Alvarez to Arsenal for a massive €150 million fee. The Argentine forward is currently facing intense fan hostility during games in Riyadh. The club seems to prefer negotiating with the London-based side while remaining wary of Barcelona. Alvarez himself remains strongly committed to his desire to join FC Barcelona. All eyes are now on his entourage as the transfer deadline approaches for a final decision. 😬
health New longitudinal research found that early screen exposure impacts later development in children. Researchers from Inserm and National University of Singapore tracked 502 kids in Singapore from infancy to middle childhood. Higher screen viewing during infancy and near school entry was linked to poorer academic results and weaker memory at ages 9 and 10.5. The study suggests the age of exposure is key, showing the strongest effects at age 1 and age 6. These findings support that less screen time, especially early on, is better for cognitive growth.
entertainment Notorious GTA 6 hacker, CyberLeek, has launched a paid system for advertising on his leaked game videos. He is demanding a hefty 400 XMR, which is about $169,000, just to start a private conversation. This monetization strategy offers clients branded watermarks and custom footage. The process involves sending exact Monero amounts to ensure payment privacy. Ultimately, the system faces scrutiny regarding its technical viability and legal risks.
tech Flir has launched the Si2a PD, a fixed-mount acoustic imaging camera for continuous partial discharge monitoring. This new solution is designed for utility and industrial environments, monitoring assets like transformers and substations. It can detect faults up to 200 m away, ensuring no critical event goes unnoticed. The device uses AI for detection and integrates with Flir AssetLink™ for better maintenance workflows. This shifts asset management from periodic checks to constant condition monitoring.
business The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a new initiative to audit major public works across the state. This plan assigns premier technical institutions, including IITs, to inspect projects over Rs 100 crore. This decision follows concerns over construction quality, highlighted by a expressway collapse in Unnao just 12 days after opening. IIT Kanpur, IIT-BHU, and IIT Roorkee have been assigned specific divisional responsibilities for these audits. The goal is to boost transparency and ensure all large infrastructure meets safety standards.
business India's chemical industry is aiming for a massive $81 billion export target by 2030. This growth is expected to benefit six specific companies across various chemical segments. The national goal requires domestic production to jump from $110 billion in FY23 to $220-280 billion by FY30. Specialty chemicals, which account for $45 billion of the target, will drive this expansion. Increased production and exports are projected to create 700,000 to one million jobs this decade. 🚀
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