🤢 Mumbai club's food license scrapped by FDA

The Bombay Presidency Radio Club had its food business license suspended by the Maharashtra FDA following a hygiene inspection. This action was directed by Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe on August 19, 2026, in Colaba. Inspectors found major violations, including a dead cockroach and active flies in the kitchen. The club also had chemical storage near food and kept utensils directly on the floor. The establishment must cease all food activities until compliance is met. 🤢

😠 Pixel 11's Extreme Charging mode is stuck

The highly anticipated Extreme Charging mode on the Pixel 11 is not working for some users. This issue was reported by a senior writer in France after testing multiple Pixel 11 and 11 Pro models. Despite trying various high-wattage chargers and cables, the toggle remains greyed out and unavailable across all tested devices. The feature is supposed to offer an ultra-fast charge, like getting to 55% in 30 minutes. The writer has contacted Google to find out if this is a bug or some unknown requirement.

🎬 Age-gap romance shines in Bethlehem Kudumba Unit

Girish AD's Bethlehem Kudumba Unit showcases an understated romance rooted in everyday life. The story unfolds in Mundakayam, Kerala, where Ashley (Mamitha Baiju) moves to Ernakulam. Her introduction to Justin (Nivin Pauly), who is in his mid-30s, sparks an unlikely connection. The film explores this age-gap relationship layer by layer through small, awkward daily moments. Ultimately, the movie beautifully proves that love doesn't always need to follow conventional norms.

🧐 Centre denies ethanol link to sugar price hike

The Centre refuted claims linking the recent rise in sugar prices to sugarcane diversion for ethanol production. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs stated that diverted share has actually dropped from 12% in 2022-23 to 9% in 2025-26. Sugar prices jumped from Rs 48.18 per kg on 20 July 2026 to Rs 55.70 per kg on 20 August 2026. The government attributes the increase to lower domestic output, demand, and global supply issues. Measures like stock limits and duty-free imports are being implemented to stabilize the market. 📉

🐸 Frog mislabeled in museum for over a century

A widespread frog in western Ecuador and southern Colombia was wrongly identified for over a century. Researchers found this out after examining 19th-century type specimens at the Natural History Museum in London. These specimens revealed that populations labeled Pristimantis subsigillatus were actually a different species. The new species has now been formally described as Pristimantis milpe, spanning over 67,000 square kilometres. This discovery shows how old museum records can correct long-standing scientific errors. 🐸

🚔 Why AP MP's Son Wasn't Arrested in Fatal Crash

Cyberabad Police clarified why Lingameneni Sanjush, son of an AP Rajya Sabha member, was not arrested in a fatal Aston Martin crash. The incident occurred near Inorbit Mall on August 16, resulting in the death of a 26-year-old employee, Bharati Mukhi. The initial case was registered under Section 106(1) of the BNS, with the driver apprehended and cleared of alcohol/drug use. Police stated that based on available material, no circumstances warranted an arrest under BNSS, so a notice was served. Further action depends on the awaited MVI report and FSL findings. 🚗

💧 Southern states bring water and delimitation issues to Amit Shah

Southern states raised major concerns regarding ongoing water disputes and delimitation issues during the Southern Zonal Council meeting. The council, featuring leaders from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, met in Mahabalipuram. Discussions covered key rivers like Cauvery, Mullaperiyar, and Krishna on August 20th. Amit Shah called for dialogue to resolve water conflicts, while states pushed for legal protection of their water rights. Furthermore, states demanded the 1971 Census remain the basis for political representation. 💧

📈 Welspun hits 52-week high with massive order

Welspun Corp's shares reached a 52-week high after securing its largest-ever order. This massive deal was bagged by the company in the industrial sector. The order is valued at Rs 17,200 crore and was secured recently. This huge contract boost reflects strong market confidence in the company's performance. Investors are now watching to see how this will impact future stock movements. 📈

⚛️ Scientists make a tiny Big Bang at CERN ⚛️

Researchers at CERN, with help from Niels Bohr Institute scientists, successfully recreated early universe conditions. They achieved this by smashing smaller nuclei, oxygen-16 and neon-20, which is a big step forward. These collisions produced quark-gluon plasma, mimicking the universe's first moments, on a fraction-of-a-second scale. The experiment revealed how the initial atomic nucleus shape affects particle scattering patterns after cooling. Next, the team plans to test even lighter nuclei like helium-4 to pinpoint plasma production limits.

🏏 Bangladesh aims for the ultimate cricket win

Pat Cummins stated his team needed no soul-searching after the shock Darwin defeat. The Australian side was in Mackay, Queensland, facing Bangladesh in the 2nd Test, starting on August 22, 2026. The first Test win in Darwin was a major moment for Bangladesh. This series presents a chance for Australia to prove last week was an isolated incident. The pitch is expected to be pace-friendly for this crucial contest. 🏏

🚨 FIR registered after Rahul Gandhi's protest in Delhi

Delhi police have registered a First Information Report following an incident involving pellet firing during a protest. The protest took place in Delhi, where the incident occurred involving participants of the demonstration. Specific numbers regarding injuries or arrests were not provided in the initial report dated [Date Not Provided]. The pellet firing was reportedly a reaction to the ongoing political demonstration. Authorities are now investigating the incident to determine the full sequence of events. 🚨