🧐 Mourinho praises Flick, defends Barça in Negreira case

Jose Mourinho gave a surprisingly positive assessment of Barcelona's setup under Hansi Flick and Deco. Speaking to El Chiringuito TV, the Real Madrid manager complimented Flick and Deco's work at the club. He acknowledged Lamine Yamal's great talent but stated Real Madrid's squad was already top tier. Regarding the Negreira case, Mourinho said the Justice system would decide the matter. Ultimately, he concluded that La Liga must have Barcelona, refusing a direct answer on relegation. 🧐

🔥 Kangana addresses Ramdev's comments about her youth

Kangana Ranaut publicly responded to remarks made by Baba Ramdev regarding her youth and personal life. The actress addressed these comments during a public interaction in Delhi. Ramdev's comments surfaced around mid-2023, sparking significant online discussion. These remarks touched upon perceptions of her younger years and private spaces. Kangana has since made it clear she is focused on her career moving forward.

🏆 Mumbai kids bag gold, head to World Cup! 🏆

Seven young athletes from Mumbai achieved a major milestone by winning gold at the South Asian Box Langadi International Championship in Bhutan. These kids, from underserved communities, earned the victory after succeeding in district and national-level competitions. The support from people helped fund their journey and participation in the championship held in Bhutan. This outstanding performance in Bhutan officially secured their qualification for the upcoming World Cup. Now, these young champions are focused on their training for the world stage.

📈 Condom Maker Stock Sees Massive Gains

A specific condom manufacturing company has seen an incredible return over the last five years. This stock is experiencing a high period, with the promoter actively buying more shares. The massive return has reportedly exceeded 12,000% in that five-year span. This surge indicates strong investor confidence in the company's future growth trajectory. Investors will be watching closely to see where this momentum takes the stock next. 📈

⚖️ Tarun Tejpal challenges 2013 conviction in Supreme Court

Former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal has approached the Supreme Court to challenge his 2013 rape conviction. This case involves Tejpal, who was convicted by the Bombay High Court in relation to an incident in Goa. The conviction, handed down on August 6, set him up for 10 years of rigorous imprisonment. The High Court overturned his 2021 acquittal after allegations of sexual assault at a luxury hotel. The legal battle continues as the Supreme Court reviews the sentencing and conviction. ⚖️

📸 Astronaut snaps Maha Kumbh from space

NASA astronaut Don Pettit captured a stunning nighttime photo of the Maha Kumbh Mela from the International Space Station. This massive spiritual gathering took place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, during the 2025 event. The festival drew millions of pilgrims over 45 days at the Triveni Sangam. Pettit called it his best shot of this once-in-144-year Hindu pilgrimage. The image offered a unique view of the event's colossal scale. 👽

🇲🇽 IIT Delhi alum builds 4 businesses in Mexico

An IIT Delhi alumnus from Patna successfully launched four thriving business ventures overseas. Vijeet Suman, 33, started in Mexico with a food venture on Colima Street. His journey includes opening Aroma Curry in 2023 and Santulan in 2024. He then built gym management software, Klasius, and a fraud-fighting platform, Fortify. These ventures showcase his shift from corporate life to entrepreneurship. 🚀

⚡ Mahindra BE 6 variants: what's the deal?

The Mahindra BE 6 has seen a variant overhaul, now featuring the BE 6 Sporteq Edition and a Formula E edition. It is available across five basic variants, including One, Two, Three, Three Plus, and Four. The Formula E edition is based on the Three variant, while the Launch and Freedom Editions are based on the top Four variant. Higher variants gain features like panoramic sunroofs and advanced infotainment systems. The top-spec variants include adaptive suspension and cabin air filters.

🚨 Bhubaneswar drivers' protest leads to major arrests

Police arrested 113 individuals due to violence during a protest by app-based cab and auto-rickshaw drivers in Bhubaneswar. These arrests occurred following the drivers' cease-work action starting on August 17. Authorities have seized 354 vehicles and registered seven FIRs regarding the unrest. The drivers were demanding a fare hike and social security benefits through their seven-point charter. The State transport authority is now suspending permits for vehicles involved in blocking the main road.

📈 NSE might let its shares trade on its own platform

The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. might allow its shares to trade on its own platform after listing them on BSE Ltd. This possibility was discussed with global investors during recent road shows for the proposed IPO. The move involves NSE shares trading in the “permitted to trade” category despite formal listing on BSE. NSE would require approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India for this self-listing arrangement. NSE targets an IPO launch in the second half of September, pending Sebi’s approval by the end of August.

🤖 Meta AI gets serious business upgrade 🚀

Meta is rolling out major new features for Meta AI to boost small business operations. This update makes the AI available on meta.ai, the mobile app, and the new desktop app. Businesses can connect their Facebook, Instagram, and Google Workspace accounts for deeper analysis. The AI can now benchmark brands, analyze ad performance over selected periods, and generate reports. This aims to give smaller businesses capabilities previously only available to larger corporations.