🕉️ Mohan Bhagwat on Hindu Rashtra and Muslims

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that the concept of a Hindu Rashtra does not exclude Muslims. He asserted that anyone who believes Muslims should have no place in India misunderstands Hindutva. Bhagwat recalled a 2018 conversation where he assured Muslims that they would not be driven out. He added that any Hindu thinking Muslims should be excluded may not truly be a Hindu. This viewpoint reinforces his 2018 stance that Hindutva embraces universal brotherhood. 🤝

⚽ Barcelona talent faces crucial development year

Malian attacker Ibrahim Diarra is navigating a critical year with Barça Atletic following a setback. He was called up to Hansi Flick's first team training camp in England, making a strong impression there. However, Diarra suffered a muscular overload upon returning to the reserves, missing recent pre-season matches. This situation makes the current season crucial for him to establish himself at Barça Atletic while staying on Flick’s radar. The club is carefully managing his recovery before the league opener against Naxara Rioja. ⚽

🏏 India coach wants aggressive cricket to win tournaments

Head coach Amol Muzumdar stated that India is hungry to win various upcoming tournaments. He confirmed this while addressing the team preparing for the Asia Cup in Dubai, Asian Games in Japan, and the Champions Trophy in Sri Lanka. Despite only winning seven of 16 T20Is this year, the team has shown strong performance in recent Test matches. Muzumdar highlighted a recent 15-day camp in Bengaluru focused on fitness and fielding improvements. The focus now is on executing their aggressive plans across the next six months.

🔬 Plastic welds remember their old surfaces for stronger pipes

Plastic welds possess a molecular 'memory' of the surfaces they were joined to. Researchers at a specific institution studied how this retention mechanism works within the welds. The study focused on various pipe joints and measured the resulting structural integrity. This memory effect helps significantly strengthen the connections in plastic piping systems. Future applications could involve improving durability in critical infrastructure. 🔬

📱 iPhone 18 Pro pre-order dates rumored

Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra on September 9. The company is rumored to shift its usual pre-order Friday to September 12, a Saturday. The rumored pre-order start time is also changing from 5 AM PT to midnight PT. This timeline is expected to cover the Apple Watch Series 12 as well. However, reports suggest the iPhone Ultra might have a delayed pre-order date despite its September 9 unveiling.

🌌 Helix Nebula shows our Sun's future 🔭

The Helix Nebula, a vast shell of glowing gas, was revealed by NASA's Image of the Day. It is located about 650 light-years from Earth in the constellation Aquarius. The structure spans a ring nearly three light-years across and features thousands of comet-like filaments. This nebula shows how Sun-like stars eventually shed outer layers, exposing a white dwarf core. It serves as a preview of what could happen to our own solar system in the future.

🏏 Kochi vs Calicut cricket showdown on Aug 30th

Match 21 of the Kerala Cricket League 2026 is set for August 30th at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. Kochi Blue Tigers, currently at the bottom, face Calicut Globstars, who sit in 4th place. The venue averages 140 in the first innings and 130 in the second. Calicut Globstars are predicted to win the toss and the match itself. Rohan Kunnummal and Akhil Scaria are highlighted as key performers for the matchup. 🏏

🆘 India sends rescue team to Nepal flash flood zone

An Indian tunnel rescue team arrived in Nepal on Saturday, August 29, 2026, to assist in the search and rescue operations following the flash floods. The disaster impacted the Bhote Kosi river region, beginning on August 26. As of Saturday, 287 Indians and 128 persons of Indian origin are reported missing. India had sent a recce team on August 28 for tunnel rescue at construction sites. Four Indian nationals were successfully rescued from a hydropower project site in Rasuwa district.

🕊️ Bhagwat says no Muslims in India isn't Hindu essence

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat spoke at the ‘One World: One Humanity’ conference in New York on Saturday. He stated that any Hindu wishing Muslims were not in India was not following the essence of Hinduism. This comment came after being questioned in 2018 about the RSS’s Hindu Rashtra goal. Bhagwat stressed that humanity is one, and all paths lead to the same ultimate truth. The RSS is actively engaging in dialogue with Muslim and Christian communities in India. 🌍

🔋 Poco X8 Power 5G dropping with massive battery

Poco has teased its new mid-range phone, the Poco X8 Power 5G, which is set to launch on September 4th in India. The device features a huge 10,000mAh battery, promising up to 3.5 days of usage time. Leaks suggest it supports 100W wired charging and boasts a 6.83-inch display with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. This phone is expected to receive four Android OS upgrades and six years of security patches. Full details regarding pricing and availability will be revealed during the September 4 event.

😠 Everest and Laljee Godhoo banned over bad hing powder

The FSSAI has issued prohibition orders against Everest Food Products Pvt Ltd and Laljee Godhoo for selling sub-standard hing powder. This action was announced on Saturday after food samples were found to be 'Misbranded and Sub-standard'. For Everest, the alcohol-soluble extract was 0% against the 5% minimum standard. Laljee Godhoo's raw hing samples also failed due to excessive starch content, exceeding the 1% limit. Both companies must now submit an action plan to fix the malpractice and ensure they only sell standard products. 😠