✈️ IndiGo booking system glitches briefly

IndiGo's ticket booking system experienced temporary issues on Friday, August 21, 2026, preventing some users from accessing online services. The airline acknowledged the intermittent problems via its website on the same day. Teams were working with partners to fix the issue promptly, and it has since been resolved. IndiGo runs around 2,200 daily flights, holding a 67.4% domestic market share in July. This follows similar platform disruptions reported on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

🔪 Nagpur drama: Gangster killed over love triangle

A gangster who was out on bail was fatally shot by another criminal. The incident took place in Nagpur, involving two individuals. The killing occurred around October 2023, though specific dates were not provided. The motive appears to be a dispute over a woman that both criminals were interested in. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this violent confrontation. 🔪

🏛️ 105-year-old murderer walks free after SC closes case

Convict Rasik Chandra Mondal, who is 105 years old, has been declared a free man by the Supreme Court. This decision was made in relation to a murder case stemming from 1988, involving Mondal from Malda district, West Bengal. The court finalized its order on Friday, waiving any remaining sentence due to his advanced age. Even if his life sentence isn't fully served, he will not be re-arrested, the CJI stated. This follows previous dismissals of his appeals by the Calcutta High Court and the Supreme Court.

🚨 US warns tough sanctions on Iran amidst PMI data

The United States has issued a warning regarding potentially tough sanctions targeting Iran. This comes amid the anticipation of upcoming Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data releases. The specific figures and dates for the PMI reports are pending release. The heightened geopolitical tension is significantly influencing current market movements globally. Investors are closely watching these developments to gauge future economic stability. 🌍

🌍 Europe, Canada condemn new West Bank settlement plan

Several European nations and Canada condemned Israel's E1 settlement plan, which aims to cleave the occupied West Bank in two. The UK, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Canada, and Norway issued a joint statement on Thursday against the construction tenders. This project includes at least 3,400 units and was approved in August, further undermining Palestinian territorial contiguity. These actions are seen as severely damaging Israel's international standing and peace prospects. The international community is now urging Israel to retract these plans immediately. 🌍

🏏 Duleep Trophy sets stage for India's batting future

The Duleep Trophy starts the 2026-27 domestic season in Bengaluru, maintaining its inter-zonal format. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will test his red-ball skills for East Zone, following his T20I cap. Mohammed Shami and Sunil Kumar from J&K bring unique talent to the North Zone squad. R Smaran is a strong contender for India A after leading the Ranji Trophy with 950 runs. This tournament is key for players like Prithvi Shaw and Arshdeep Singh to make an impact.

🏛️ Modi Temple project gets massive funding boost

A significant financial allocation has been announced for the construction of the Modi Temple. This massive project is being undertaken by the government in a major religious development. The funds amount to 112 crores, with the project timeline still under development. This investment underscores the focus on religious infrastructure development across the country. Further details regarding the construction phases are expected in the coming months. 🏛️

😠 SAD leader slams AAP, Congress over sacrilege cases

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Harsimrat Kaur Badal accused the AAP and Congress of politicizing sacrilege incidents in Punjab. She stated that over 600 such 'beadbis' occurred in the last decade across the state. Badal apologized for one incident during the SAD's tenure, while demanding accountability from others. She specifically targeted the Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government regarding their promises on justice. SAD plans to prioritize peace and ending drug menace if they regain power in Punjab. 🕊️

🚗 Tamil Nadu MLA car offer sparks political clash

Chief Minister Joseph Vijay announced free government cars for all 234 Tamil Nadu MLAs. The Opposition DMK, led by Udhayanidhi Stalin, rejected the offer on Friday, citing the state's growing debt. Specifically, 59 DMK legislators decided not to accept the benefit. The DMK challenged the government to verify financial status before distribution. Minister Adhav Arjuna defended the policy, stating it is necessary for all MLAs to perform duties. 🚗

🍎 Best breakfasts for a healthy gut

Breakfast is crucial for gut health, as what you eat first thing impacts your entire body. Experts suggest including fibre, fermented foods, and diverse plants for a thriving microbiome. Specific recommendations include Greek yogurt with berries, power smoothies with kefir, and oatmeal. Foods to avoid are those high in saturated fat and sugar, which cause inflammation. Consistency in eating balanced meals is more important than finding one perfect breakfast.

🏏 Gill's spin strategy heats up in Colombo nets

Shubman Gill is sticking to his plan while batting in the nets at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. He showed confidence against Ravindra Jadeja, Manav Suthar, and Saransh Jain during the practice session. These efforts came after twin failures in the series opener, which occurred in Galle. Gill intends to take the spinners on with urgency during the middle overs against bowlers like Jayasuriya. The team aims to carry forward the momentum from their convincing win in the previous fixture. 🏏