👋 Keir Starmer stepping down as MP

Former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as a Member of Parliament. This move places him in the central London constituency of Holborn & St. Pancras. Starmer, who served as PM for just over two years and was an MP for 11 years, made this announcement on September 01, 2026. He plans to shift his focus towards international affairs, defence, and preventing violence against women. Starmer also supported his successor, Andy Burnham, and pledged support for the future Labour choice in the constituency by-election.

♻️ Plastic waste turns into fashion brand

Kanika Ahuja was inspired by a childhood memory of a landfill to pursue a circular economy. She joined Conserve India in 2016, leading to the creation of Lifaffa in 2017. This social enterprise converts discarded plastic bags into new fabric for various items. By July 2022, Lifaffa had achieved over Rs 1 crore in revenue while upcycling nearly one tonne of plastic monthly. The brand currently supports 200 waste workers and 300 artisans.

🏄 Court orders probe into Asian Games surfer selection issues

The Karnataka High Court mandated a high-level enquiry into the Surfing Federation of India's selection process for the Asian Games. This action was taken after the court found violations of norms by the SFI's special selection committee in the men's surfing events. The order was passed on September 1, 2026, concerning the selection for the Games scheduled from September 19 to October 4, 2026. The court appointed former Supreme Court Judge R.V. Raveendran to investigate the procedural lapses. The commission will examine 45 points to prevent future disputes in the federation's bylaws. 🏄

📱 iPhone 18 Pro India Price & Features Leak

The iPhone 18 Pro is anticipated to launch at Apple's September 9 event, alongside other new products. Reports suggest it will debut in India, with potential price hikes compared to the iPhone 17 Pro. Estimates point to a potential starting price around Rs 1.40 lakh, a $100 increase from its predecessor. This expected model might feature an A20 Pro chip and a 4,288mAh battery. Apple is expected to reveal the official price and specs on September 9. 📱

🕉️ Phone ban hits 52 Tamil Nadu temples

A ban on smartphones has officially started across 52 major temples in Tamil Nadu, effective September 1, 2026. This restriction applies to temples managed by the HR&CE Department, starting from Tuesday. Devotees are allowed to keep basic mobile phones without cameras inside these premises. The ban aims to maintain a peaceful worship atmosphere, as photo and video recording of deities has increased. A ₹5 fee is charged at deposit counters for safe keeping of devices. 📱

🔭 FAST telescope cracks cosmic star formation mystery

Scientists are using China's FAST telescope alongside DESI to investigate why star formation slowed down in the universe. An international team conducted precise measurements of neutral hydrogen evolution over the last 4.5 billion years. The study found that 4.5 billion years ago, the star formation rate was 2.5 times higher than today, but neutral hydrogen was only 1.4 times denser. This suggests that neutral hydrogen reserves did not deplete alongside the drop in star formation. Researchers now believe that decreasing overall cosmic gas density is hindering the creation of star-forming molecular clouds. 🔭

🔭 NASA's new telescope gets advanced camera tech from ABB and Nüvü

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is now equipped with high-precision imaging camera electronics from ABB and Nüvü Cameras. This sophisticated system is part of the Roman Coronagraph Instrument and is deployed on the infrared observatory launched on August 30, 2026. The technology is expected to be 100 to 1000 times more powerful for exoplanet imaging than current systems. This mission supports NASA's future Habitable Worlds Observatory concept to search for life elsewhere. Engineers compressed the system into a small unit to withstand deep space radiation.

🤖 Meta to limit reach of unlabelled AI profiles on Instagram

Meta is renaming its 'AI creator' label to 'AI-generated profile' on Instagram to increase transparency. This update targets profiles where the featured person is entirely AI-generated, not just AI-assisted content. Unlabelled AI profiles will face restricted visibility in recommendations across the platform. This move aligns partly with India's mandate on labelling synthetically generated information, though rules differ. Companies must now navigate how this labelling impacts brand collaborations with AI influencers.

🌾 Raaz actor shares message after farm life goes viral

Raaz actor Malini Sharma shared a heartfelt message with her followers recently. This update comes after her life on a farm gained massive traction online. The viral content showcased her daily routines and simple living style. Fans were highly engaged with her journey, appreciating the candid glimpses into her life. She continues to interact with her audience through these shared experiences.

📉 India's current account deficit hits $4.2 billion

India's current account deficit widened to $4.2 billion in the first quarter of FY27 compared to $3.4 billion the previous year. This situation was reported by the Reserve Bank of India for the period of April to June. The merchandise trade deficit reached $86.1 billion, largely driven by a 26% higher oil import bill reaching $49 billion. Net services receipts saw growth, while foreign portfolio investment recorded a net outflow of $9.6 billion. Moving forward, the RBI revised the deficit figure and noted foreign exchange reserves decreased by $8.1 billion on a balance of payments basis.

🧠 New US guidelines update migraine drug treatments

US doctors have updated their guidelines for treating migraine attacks after 14 years of research. These new recommendations incorporate treatments targeting CGRP, a protein linked to migraines. Some of these novel drugs have shown a significant reduction of nearly 70 per cent in migraines over time. The updated guidelines, released on 31 August by the American Academy of Neurology, focus heavily on prevention. Importantly, the guidelines also advise against certain drugs during pregnancy due to safety concerns. 💊