🎬 Is Khalifa backlash real or a campaign?

Prithviraj Sukumaran's Malayalam thriller, Khalifa, faced aggressive negative reviews online since its August 20 release. The core question is whether audience rejection is organic or part of a coordinated smear campaign. Three of his recent films have seen online negativity, leading to speculation about a deliberate impression being created. Some critics say the film's outdated script is the issue, while supporters claim organized hate. Ultimately, an industry insider suggests the film's quality and box office competition played a bigger role. 🎬

📉 Sensex crash: was it just a one-off event?

The Sensex experienced a massive 2,000-point drop during monthly expiry, but Friday's close was much calmer. This drop happened on Thursday during the first monthly derivatives expiry after the introduction of CAS in India. The volatile move sparked social media anger, yet Friday's quiet session hints the issue might be expiry positioning. SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey confirmed no changes to CAS, saying participation will improve over time. 📈

⚽ Micah Richards drops his 2026/27 EPL Top 10 predictions

Micah Richards has released his predictions for the 2026/27 Premier League season's top 10 standings on The Rest is Football podcast. He tipped Brighton to finish 10th, despite their strong opening match against Aston Villa. The predictions include Manchester United at 5th and Chelsea securing 3rd place. Liverpool is projected at 4th, while Arsenal started strong but his overall list is detailed. Richards believes the league will be competitive throughout the season.

🏏 Duan Jansen bowls and debuts for South Africa

Duan Jansen made his international debut for the South African cricket team. He took to the field for the national side in a recent match. Specific details regarding the performance figures or exact dates are not provided in the source. This marks a significant moment for the young player in his career journey. Jansen is set to continue contributing to the team's efforts moving forward.

🏏 BCCI clears air on 'B Team' rumors for Asian Games

The BCCI addressed rumors concerning sending a 'B' team for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan. Reports indicated dissatisfaction from the board and Asian Cricket Council regarding the facilities in Aichi-Nagoya. The concern stemmed from tents used for dressing rooms and distant washrooms, noted during an ACC meeting. Although an observer visit is planned, a BCCI source confirmed India will not send a B team. Team India has finalized a full-strength lineup, including Shreyas Iyer and Jasprit Bumrah.

😠 Lashkar-linked group warns Pandits against reopening old cases

The United Liberation Council, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, issued its fourth warning targeting Kashmiri Pandits. This threat was issued by Ahmad Bilal, ULC media coordinator, on August 27, 2026. The group questioned efforts to reopen cases related to the Pandit exodus and killings, claiming it was a government-planned event. They explicitly threatened those they called "traitors" and warned against reopening migrant Pandit cases without addressing other incidents. Security agencies are now examining the letter's authenticity and the threats contained within. 😠

🚨 Tyre burst scare at Bilaspur airport ✈️

An Alliance Air flight experienced a tyre burst while landing at Bilaspur Airport on Friday. The incident involved flight 9I-613 traveling from Delhi to Bilaspur, with 36 passengers and 5 crew members on board. This occurred on August 28th, 2026, when the main wheel on the left side failed around 1322 hrs. All individuals were safely evacuated from the aircraft after it came to a halt on the runway. Engineers are now conducting a detailed survey of the occurrence before the aircraft can resume operations.

🤖 AI isn't just about cutting jobs, it's about changing work

AI is starting to change how workplaces function, but many companies are rushing into decisions before the data supports it. Early AI-driven layoffs often haven't delivered the expected business benefits, revealing underlying issues instead. Goldman Sachs estimates that AI only decreased monthly U.S. payroll growth by about 16,000 jobs in the last year. This impact has added roughly 0.1 percentage points to the unemployment rate, covering both hiring slowdowns and job losses. The actual scale of AI's workforce effect is still much earlier than the current dramatic predictions suggest. 🤖

🏔️ Missing Man After Nepal Flash Floods

A family was planning a big birthday celebration for Bhavin Rawal, who went missing after the Nepal flash floods. Rawal was on a Kailash-Mansarovar trip when he disappeared, and 320 Indians are currently among the missing persons. His birthday was yesterday, September 5th, and he was due to return to Australia on the 11th. His brother confirmed their last phone call about the Yatra before the disaster struck. The family remains hopeful for any update on his safety. 😥

🏔️ Ladakh to get special Article 371 provisions soon

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that Ladakh will soon receive special provisions under Article 371 of the Indian Constitution. This development was discussed in Leh, India, during the Druk Padma Karpo School's Silver Jubilee Founder’s Day function. The move follows recent protests that led to clashes and the detention of Sonam Wangchuk in March 2026. Rijiju stated that PM Modi has long supported special attention for the region's economic and social growth. These provisions are expected to benefit the local population significantly in the near future. 🏔️

💻 Windows 11 26H2 hits Release Preview with new features

Microsoft has released Windows 11 26H2 into the Insider Release Preview Channel along with the August preview update. This version shares the same servicing branch as Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2, making it a smaller update. Key additions include a movable taskbar, enhanced Start Menu customization, and better search functionality. Importantly, this update resets the support clock for Home and Pro editions to 24 months. Enterprises are advised to test compatibility, though the base code remains similar to prior versions.