📈 Mark Cuban wants tax hike for unsharing companies 💰

American billionaire Mark Cuban proposed increasing corporate taxes for companies that neglect to offer equity to all employees. He shared past experiences where stock options made 300 out of 330 employees millionaires at Broadcast.com before its 1999 sale to Yahoo. The top 0.1% of Americans held $25 trillion in assets by Q1 2026, widening the wealth gap significantly. Cuban stressed that this unchecked disparity risks societal unrest, calling it a major business tax. His idea pushes for broader prosperity as AI accelerates wealth creation in various sectors.

🌧️ Gurgaon floods again; infrastructure a major fail 🌧️

Heavy monsoon rains caused major road flooding across Gurgaon on Monday, disrupting life for commuters and schoolchildren. The city saw about 75mm of rain, leading to standstill traffic and children being stuck for several hours. Despite spending close to Rs 503 crore on drainage over nine years, the recurring issue persists. This shows public spending is not solving the underlying engineering problems in the Millennium City. Residents are left questioning where the infrastructure money actually goes.

💊 Cabin Crew Arrested in Major Mumbai Drug Bust

A former cabin crew member and her aide were arrested for attempting to smuggle drugs into Mumbai from Gujarat. The bust occurred when police stopped a car near a toll plaza on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. Authorities recovered 977 grams of mephedrone from Mansi Sayed, 41, and Suleman Shaikh, 20, on the date of the raid. The investigation revealed Mansi had been involved in a drug network since 2015, with a past arrest in Indore in 2021. Police are currently probing the larger drug supply chain and seeking the original supplier. 💊

🐺 Witcher's biggest game coming soon

A Polish developer has announced the release date for what is described as the biggest and boldest Witcher game yet. This highly anticipated title is being developed by the studio in Poland. The specific release date and other details were not provided in the announcement. The game aims to push the boundaries of the Witcher universe lore and gameplay mechanics. Fans will need to keep an eye out for further official updates regarding the launch.

📱 September tech drama: Phones get bigger and pricier

The September phone market saw a major shakeup with several key trends emerging. Folding iPhones and wider foldable devices were heavily featured in the industry buzz. Specific figures show significant price hikes across multiple premium models starting this month. This shift reflects intense competition and the push for more advanced form factors in smartphones. Consumers will need to watch closely as companies finalize their new price points in the coming weeks. 📱

📱 vivo X500 Pro Max specs leak before China launch

A vivo smartphone, likely the X500 Pro Max, was spotted on Geekbench ahead of its upcoming China launch. This device features a Mediatek MT6995 chipset with 8 cores and is listed with 12GB of RAM running Android 17. Benchmark tests showed strong performance, scoring 2,574 in single-core and 7,756 in multi-core. Rumors suggest the chipset might be the unreleased MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. Furthermore, the phone is confirmed to have a custom Sony Phantom 900 sensor with 3° OIS.

💊 Antivirals, not antibiotics, fight H1N1 flu

Oseltamivir, sold as Tamiflu, is an established antiviral for influenza, not a routine cure for every cold or fever. Doctors in Delhi and Bengaluru confirm it remains effective against current influenza A and B strains. The drug works by inhibiting the neuraminidase enzyme, limiting the spread of the virus. Early treatment is crucial, especially for high-risk or severely ill patients. WHO guidelines in 2024 still recommend oseltamivir for severe influenza cases. 🦠

🌊 Ocean temps hit record high as El Nino intensifies 🌊

Global sea surface temperatures have reached a new record level, signaling unprecedented strain on the world's oceans. This alarming trend was reported by the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service in relation to intensifying El Nino and climate change. The temperatures hit 21.1 degrees Celsius on Friday and Saturday, surpassing the previous record set in March 2024. The record was particularly notable as it was set in August, deviating from the usual March or April peak. Oceans will continue to heat up until the current El Nino peaks between November and January.

🎻 Veena Master Gifts Instrument to Vice-President

Famous Nuzvid veena maker, Sheik Mabu Saheb, presented a model of the veena to Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan in Musunuru. The presentation took place on Monday, August 24, 2026, alongside other dignitaries. Mr. Mabu mentioned his family has been crafting these instruments for over eight decades. He currently sells about 25 musical instruments annually and welcomes international orders. He hopes government support will help him train more young veena artists. 🎶

🗳️ Kerala CM says Congress is set for 2029 win

The Kerala Chief Minister predicted that the Congress party is currently on the right track for victory. This prediction was made by the CM in the context of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. He specifically mentioned the year 2029 as the target for this potential win. The CM believes that the party's current trajectory is strong enough to secure a major victory. This optimism sets the stage for increased political focus leading up to the 2029 polls.

😠 CPI vs CPI(M) clash over Kerala Dy LoP post

The internal war within the Left Democratic Front intensified on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. CPI Keralam assistant secretary Sathyan Mokeri sharply criticized Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan in the party mouthpiece Janayugam. Mokeri called Vijayan's attitude discourteous and noted that the CPI proposed the Deputy Leader of Opposition post after the 2026 Assembly elections defeat. He questioned Vijayan's unilateral claim regarding the nomination letter, stating it should be discussed between CPI and CPI(M) national leadership. Mokeri suggested Vijayan's actions aimed at weakening the LDF and benefiting rival parties. 😠