🔋 Mahindra EVs now offer battery rental plan

Mahindra has extended its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) scheme to the XEV 9e and XEV 9S models. The XEV 9S starts at Rs 12.65 lakh, while the XEV 9E is priced at Rs 13.90 lakh. Customers pay Rs 3.75 per km for the battery rental, significantly dropping the initial cost by nearly Rs 8 lakh. Furthermore, the BaaS program is now available for all variants of the BE 6 Sporteq. This rental model lets buyers skip the upfront battery cost, though long-term users should check the total expenditure.

😟 DHS proposes ending work rights for some H-1B spouses

The Department of Homeland Security has proposed removing employment authorization for certain H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B visa holders. This move targets a class of aliens eligible under the (c)(26) category, reversing the 2015 final rule. Activists claim over 600,000 jobs could open up in the next 2 to 4 weeks if published Monday. Experts advise against panic, as this is only a proposal requiring months for implementation. H-4 visa holders should ensure their documents are organized and explore other permit options. 😟

🚨 Smartphones and cash seized from 2002 attack mastermind

Police officials confirmed the seizure of various electronic devices from Aftab Ansari's cell. Ansari is the mastermind behind the 2002 American Centre attack, currently held at the Presidency Correctional Home in Kolkata. On August 23, authorities conducted a surprise raid, and a case was registered on Friday. The seized items included three smartphones, two routers, and cash amounting to Rs. 31,000. The matter is now under investigation following earlier allegations of mobile phone use inside the facility. 📱

😔 BJP MPs reprimanded over condolence visit to convict

Three BJP MPs visited the residence of Sajjan Kumar following his death on August 20th in New Delhi. H.S.Phoolka, a former Punjab Assembly member, strongly condemned the visit to the "mass murderer's" home. Nitin Nabin expressed displeasure, stating the MPs acted without party approval, especially ahead of Punjab elections. The party summoned the three leaders due to the potential controversy this visit could cause. R.P. Singh stated the MPs should have avoided the visit, aligning with BJP ideology. 😔

🚫 FSSAI bans Everest and LG compounded hing

FSSAI has banned the sale of compounded hing from Everest and LG after tests revealed quality issues. These products were tested at the centrally licensed facilities in Mumbai following a consumer complaint. The samples showed only 0-3% alcohol soluble extract, way below the required 5% minimum. Furthermore, starch levels in raw hing tested at LG were found to be excessively high, ranging from 15% to 32%. The manufacturers have been ordered to submit an action plan and initiate a voluntary recall.

🚨 Class 10 student allegedly raped by teacher in UP

A Class 10 student was allegedly raped repeatedly over four months by a teacher at a private inter-college in Gorakhpur. The accused, who is the son of the school manager, allegedly started the abuse around four months ago. The assault was reportedly followed by threats of failing exams and public defamation. He later circulated an audio recording online when she refused to meet him, leading to her suicide attempt. An FIR has been registered against the 29-year-old accused, and police are conducting raids.

🔬 Blood Clot Risks in Stroke & Limb Ischemia

A cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence and predictors of hypercoagulable disorders in patients facing concurrent acute limb ischemia and ischemic stroke. The research focused on patients across various settings to understand this medical condition better. Data collection spanned a specific period, analyzing patient characteristics and clinical markers. These disorders significantly increase the risk of serious cardiovascular events for these patients. Further research is needed to develop targeted preventive strategies for these high-risk individuals. 🔬

🛰️ NASA's satellite navigates without GPS using photos

NASA successfully demonstrated a satellite capable of determining its own orbit without relying on GPS signals. This was achieved by the Starling CubeSat swarm in space, where it used cameras to photograph other satellites and debris. The flight experiment, named FALCON, was announced on August 17, 2026, and used a catalog of about 20,000 known objects. This method uses predicted positions of objects as dynamic reference points for calculating the spacecraft's location. Furthermore, the observations helped refine the predicted paths of over 200 surrounding objects over three days. 🛰️

📈 Hero Motors trims IPO size to 1000 crore

Hero Motors has decided to reduce the size of its upcoming Initial Public Offering to Rs 1,000 crore. This adjustment impacts the fresh issue component of the IPO, according to recent filings. The company is revising the terms based on current market conditions and investor sentiment. This move signals a strategic recalibration of their public listing plans. Further details regarding the revised IPO structure will be announced soon. 📈

🚕 Delhi CNG hike sparks auto union strike threat 🚕

CNG prices in Delhi saw a hike of ₹3.89 per kg starting Saturday, August 29th, due to geopolitical tensions. Transport bodies, including the Auto Rickshaw Association, are now demanding immediate fare increases from the Delhi government. These unions warned they will stage a strike on September 9 if their demands are ignored. The price increase brings the CNG rate to ₹86.98 per kg, impacting daily commuters. Officials suggest prices might drop once the global situation normalizes.

⚖️ High Court slams FDA over Cipla licence cancellation

The Bombay High Court called out the Maharashtra FDA for overstepping when Cipla challenged its drug sale licence cancellation. The regulator subsequently withdrew the cancellation order and promised a fresh show-cause notice. The original cancellation, effective August 27, targeted Cipla's Pune C&F unit due to irregularities with Reactin Plus Tablets. Cipla argued the FDA improperly moved forward without granting a hearing on a public holiday. The court stressed that while the work was good, the FDA needed to resolve the issue fairly. ⚖️