🚁 Lockdown drone idea becomes $37M startup

A 15-year-old boy turned a lockdown drone project into the startup Airbound. This Bengaluru-based company, founded by Naman Pushp, secured $37 million in a Series A round led by Greenoaks. The company has completed over 13,000 autonomous flights across Bengaluru and Guntur. Airbound aims to achieve cost parity with trucking through efficient drone delivery logistics. Next, the company plans to expand manufacturing and connect cities in Andhra Pradesh. 🚀

🛡️ Javelin missile acquisition timeline explained

India took sixteen years to acquire the Javelin 'fire-and-forget' missiles. This procurement process involved the Indian military and relevant defense agencies. The deal was finalized around 2018, following initial discussions dating back much earlier. The delay was attributed to complex bureaucratic hurdles and rigorous testing protocols. Future deployment schedules are currently under review by the Ministry of Defence. 🇮🇳

🏃 Kenyan and Ethiopian runners dominate Hyderabad Marathon

The 15th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon took place on Sunday, August 30, in Hyderabad. Kenyan Felix Kimutai and Ethiopian Seboka Negusse took the top spots in the men's elite race. The event saw over 30,000 participants across four races, including the 42.2 km full marathon. The race course linked historic Hyderabad with the IT hub, testing runners through Banjara Hills and across the Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge. Next, the organizers will maintain the event's high standards for future editions. 🏃

✅ India hits fiscal deficit target; credit ratings up

India has successfully met its fiscal deficit target for the 2025-26 period, according to FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Chicago. The finance minister stated this while addressing the Indian diaspora in Chicago. The fiscal deficit stood at 4.4% of GDP for the year ending March 31, 2026, amounting to Rs 15.19 trillion. This achievement reflects fiscal prudence, leading to improving credit ratings despite maintaining social welfare spending. Next, Sitharaman is scheduled to attend G20 finance track meetings in Asheville, North Carolina. 📈

📉 Billionaire Kevin O'Leary warns founders to cut losses

Canadian billionaire Kevin O’Leary gave a blunt warning to startup founders about failing businesses. He shared this sharp advice on X, emphasizing that refusing to admit failure is the worst entrepreneurial mistake. O'Leary stated that continued spending cannot fix fundamentally bad business ideas. He noted that roughly 80% of startups fail, so founders must learn and move on. Founders should embrace losses instead of pouring more money into non-viable concepts. 📉

🚨 Speeding SUV Kills Brothers Heading to Rakhi

Two brothers, Akhilesh and Avadhesh Maurya, were fatally hit by a speeding Toyota Fortuner in Faridabad on Saturday morning. The accident occurred on the Gurgaon-Faridabad Road while the siblings were waiting for a bus to celebrate Raksha Bandhan. Two sisters, Saroj and Rajkumari, were injured, with one currently in critical condition and referred to AIIMS. Police recovered the vehicle's number plate and are investigating the incident. A case has been registered under sections 281 and 106 of BNS as authorities trace the driver.

🩺 NEET PG 2026 re-exam date set for Jaipur candidates

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences announced a re-examination for 2,445 candidates of NEET PG 2026. This affected group was from the iON Digital Zone iDZ Sitapura Centres in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The original exam was held on August 30, 2026, for 2,73,096 candidates nationwide. The disruption happened due to internal power supply issues at the test centres, managed by M/s TCS Ltd. The re-test is officially scheduled for September 5, 2026, at 3 pm in Jaipur.

👨‍👩‍👦 Sohail Khan shares cozy Sunday breakfast with parents

Sohail Khan shared a picture of a relaxed Sunday breakfast moment with his parents, Salim Khan and Salma Khan. This family gathering took place at home, where they enjoyed several dishes and fresh fruits together. The recent post followed an emotional share where Sohail called his mother 'the strongest'. Sohail Khan usually keeps his private life low-key, but occasionally shares such personal updates. He also recently appeared on the reality show 'Alliance' as a wild-card contestant.

🏘️ Delhi Police to educate Northeast tenants on rental rights

Delhi Police is hosting an awareness session to help Northeast tenants navigate rental agreement issues. The program, organized by SPUNER, is scheduled for September 1 at 3:30 pm at the SPUNER office in Nanak Pura, Moti Bagh. It will cover tenants' rights, responsibilities, and handling security deposit disputes. Tenants will learn the importance of written agreements and keeping proof of payments and documents. This advisory will also be widely circulated among the Northeast community in Delhi.

🚀 10 large-cap stocks with 40% upside potential

Analysts have projected strong gains for several BSE large-cap stocks over the next 12 months based on consensus estimates. Stocks like iStock are showing a 41% upside potential, currently trading at Rs 720. These projections cover a range of companies, with others showing 33% to 36% upside. The overall context suggests bullish sentiment among market analysts for these listed firms. Investors are advised to check these figures before making any investment decisions. 📈

🌊 Nepal faces more flood alerts as death toll nears 800

Nepal has issued alerts due to rising water levels in the Bhotekoshi River, signaling potential further flooding. This crisis is affecting residents across inundated districts, including Devighat, Nepal. The combined death toll in Nepal and China’s Tibet region has reached nearly 800, with over 3,000 people still missing. This follows reports of 734 deaths in Nepal and 16 in China's region, affecting 93,000 people. Nepal has appealed for international aid, with the US, Canada, and UK pledging significant financial support.