🌊 Kailash pilgrimage hit by massive flash floods 🌊

A Karnataka pilgrim recounted how a loud noise signaled the sudden destruction by flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border. Mallinath Kolkundi and his son-in-law Sangamesh were part of a 25-member group traveling towards Manasa Sarovara. The devastating event occurred around 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, following visa clearance on August 25th. The immense flood swept away two buses, leaving the landscape unrecognizable and destroying accommodations. They remain stranded in a safer area while awaiting conditions to safely begin their return journey.

🏞️ Dharwad man missing after Nepal floods

A Dharwad man, Shivaprasad Rakesh Nayaka, went missing after flash floods hit Nepal's Nuwakot district. He was part of an Isha Foundation group returning from the Manasarovar pilgrimage. The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, disrupting their travel plans originally scheduled for early Wednesday. His family in Dharwad and relatives are now seeking government assistance to locate him. Separately, 12 pilgrims from Haveri district confirmed they are safe in Pokhara. 😥

📱 GST Council eyeing mobile phone tax cut

The GST Council might cut the 18% tax on mobile phones to boost slowing handset demand. This consideration is happening in New Delhi amidst a 10-11% year-on-year dip in smartphone shipments during the April-June quarter. The Council will also review if previous GST rate rationalization benefits reached consumers following price hikes. This review is significant as the government recently launched a ₹62,500-crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme. The Council aims to ensure tax benefits are fully passed on to consumers to support the market.

🏆 India needs title in Asia Cup, says ex-coach

WV Raman stated that anything less than a title in the 2026 Women's Asia Cup would be a major disappointment for Harmanpreet Kaur's India. He mentioned that Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Thailand will present tough competition for the Indian squad. India is currently missing pace-bowling all-rounders Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam for over five months. Additionally, Jemimah Rodrigues was ruled out due to a hamstring injury just before the tournament. Raman believes this Asia Cup should be used as a platform to prepare for the 2028 Women's T20 World Cup. 🏆

🌟 Horoscopes for August 28, 2026: What's up?

Pisces performed well and adjusted sails during necessary shifts, while Cancer is seeing a new life form from a recent stand. Taurus is using this eclipse for long-term planning, gaining sharp clarity for Gemini. Aries is entering a new, peaceful chapter, and Virgo's tough karmic cycle is finally ending. ✨

🪐 AI spots Earth-like planets in simulated skies

An AI model reached 99% precision in finding 'Earth-like planets' using simulated planetary systems. The research team, including Jeanne Davoult, Romain Eltschinger, and Yann Alibert, conducted this work using the Bern global model. This precision was tested on other simulation outputs, not real-world data initially. The study identified 44 potential sites for future observations, though this isn't a guarantee of detection. Next, astronomers will apply this model to real celestial observations. 🔭

😟 Men drag flood victim, steal gold earrings in Nepal

A disturbing 41-second video surfaced online showing men pulling a flood victim by her hair in Nepal. These individuals were seen removing gold earrings from the deceased's body near the affected area. This incident has sparked massive social media outrage over the looting of the dead. The Nepal Police confirmed that the men involved in stealing the earrings have been taken into custody. This tragedy occurs during major floods that have killed nearly 400 people in Nepal and Tibet. 💔

📈 G20 meeting aims for growth and sanctions talk

A US-hosted G20 finance meeting is set to discuss several key economic issues. The discussions will involve various global finance ministers and central bank heads across the world. Key topics include boosting global growth, addressing economic imbalances, and discussing Iran sanctions. Treasury officials noted the importance of these conversations for international stability and recovery. The outcomes from this meeting are expected to set the tone for future global economic policies. 📈

🎬 Toxic drops 64% on day 2, but weekend is key

Yash starrer 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' saw a 64 percent drop in collections on Thursday. The film features Yash, Kiara Advani, and Nayanthara in the movie. It collected Rs 101.10 crore on day one and Rs 36.40 crore on day two, totaling Rs 137.50 crore. This decline is expected given the mixed critical response to the action drama. The film will look to regain momentum during the Raksha Bandhan extended weekend.

📉 Toxic's box office drops sharply on day two

Yash's film, 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups,' saw a significant drop in earnings on Thursday. The movie, starring Yash, Kiara Advani, and Nayanthara, collected Rs 36.40 crore net in India across all languages on Thursday. This follows an opening day gross of Rs 101.10 crore net, marking Yash's second Rs 100 crore opener. The decline is partly due to mixed critical responses and competition from 'Dhurandhar 2.' The film might see an uptick during the extended weekend around Raksha Bandhan.

👮 New Faces in Kashmir Police Leadership

M K Sinha has been appointed as the new CID chief, taking up a significant role in the state's law enforcement apparatus. Sujit Kumar has been designated as the Inspector General of Police (IGP) for Kashmir. This transition was effective as of a recent administrative reshuffle within the police department. The changes aim to bolster security and streamline operations across the region. Further departmental directives regarding these new appointments are expected shortly. 👮