🏛️ Mumbai's old guard: the 1960s underworld trio

The old guard of Mumbai's underworld comprised three key figures: Karim Lala, Haji Mastan, and Varadarajan Mudaliar. These dons operated across different spheres within the city during the 1960s and 1970s. Their power was built on smuggling, gambling, and local influence, contrasting with later, more violent syndicates. Lala, Mastan, and Mudaliar held community sway while running illicit businesses. This era eventually gave way to a more violent phase marked by the rise of figures like Dawood Ibrahim.

🙏 Bollywood mourns filmmaker Kuku Kohli's passing

A prayer meet was held in Mumbai on Saturday to remember the late filmmaker Kuku Kohli. Many Bollywood stars, including Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, attended the gathering in Lokhandwala Complex. Kuku Kohli passed away on August 25 after suffering a heart attack. He was married to Aruna Irani, and they reportedly met on the sets of the 1991 film Kohraam. The gathering provided comfort to Aruna Irani amidst the loss of her husband. 😔

🛵 Ather Konarc drops in India with up to 200km range

Ather Energy launched its new electric scooter, the Konarc, at its fourth annual Community Day in India. The new model debuts on the EL platform and is being sold in two initial variants, S and Z. Prices start at Rs. 99,999 for the Konarc S 100km IDC variant, with deliveries for some models starting in September. The Konarc offers features like MagicKey and AEBS, positioning it as a practical daily commuter. Future plans include a 200km IDC version and Z variants with added tech. 🛵

🏛️ SC stays FIR against gym owner after Bajrang Dal clash

The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings from an FIR against Dehradun gym owner 'Mohammed' Deepak Kumar. The case involves a confrontation between Bajrang Dal members and a Muslim shopkeeper. This interim order was passed by a bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta on Monday. Deepak argued he was intervening as a good samaritan after the incident on Republic Day. The court also stayed a High Court order restricting him from social media posts. ⚖️

👋 Ex-DMK secretary Thoppu Venkatachalam quits party

Former DMK Erode Central district secretary Thoppu Venkatachalam announced his decision to quit the party on Monday, August 31, 2026. He stated this move was due to mental anguish from bitter experiences within the party structure. Venkatachalam, who was formerly a Minister in the AIADMK government, confirmed he has no immediate plans to join any other political organization. He also expressed concern regarding the lack of development in the Perundurai constituency, pointing out project shortcomings. Moving forward, his focus will be on supporting the development of the Perundurai constituency.

🚀 iPhone 18 Pro Max might force upgrades

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro Max on September 9, bringing five potential upgrades over the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Key expected changes include the A20 Pro chip, a larger battery, and possible camera enhancements. Reports suggest the new phone could feature a 2nm chip and a battery around 5,567mAh. While design might stay similar, these internal upgrades could tempt current owners to switch. Final specs and pricing, which might rise by Rs 15,000, await the official announcement. 📱

⚖️ Kerala HC rules: POCSO applies even to married minor wife

The Kerala High Court clarified that sexual intercourse with a wife under 18 is liable under the POCSO Act. This ruling was made by Justice Jobin Sebastian in Kerala. The case involved allegations of rape and kidnapping against a Muslim man involving a 17-year-old wife. The court stated that POCSO provisions override personal law regardless of marriage validity. Consequently, the court dismissed the plea to quash criminal proceedings against the petitioner.

🧐 McVitie's faces action over 'Wholewheat' claim

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) ordered McVitie's to stop using the 'Wholewheat' claim on its biscuits. This action was taken against Pladis India Pvt Ltd in New Delhi after concerns about misleading 'healthy' product claims surfaced. The authority found that the biscuits contained only 19.5 percent whole wheat flour against the prominent packaging claim. Despite trademark arguments, the CCPA ruled the claim misled consumers, ignoring small disclaimers. The company agreed to change packaging and was fined Rs 1 lakh on August 28, 2026. 🍪

⚖️ Conman jailed for impersonating SC judge

Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar was sentenced to an eight-year jail term for posing as a Supreme Court judge. This happened at Tis Hazari Court in Delhi, where he tried to influence a special judge regarding a 2017 corruption case. He received two years for impersonating a public servant and threatening injury, plus four years for criminal intimidation. The court stated this act was a direct affront to the judicial process's independence. Chandrasekhar has since approached the Delhi High Court challenging the trial court's judgment. ⚖️

🔋 Vivo T5 drops huge battery and 144Hz screen

Vivo officially confirmed the details for its upcoming Vivo T5 smartphone. The device is set to launch in India on September 2, 2026, featuring a 5G connection. It packs a massive 7,050mAh battery and boasts a 6.83-inch curved AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The phone will run on a MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset and sport a 50MP Sony primary camera. It will be available in Royal Bronze and Silver Green colorways for users to choose from. 🔋

🗳️ Check if your name is on Delhi voter list

Delhi is releasing its draft voter roll for public scrutiny. Citizens can now check their names online to ensure they are registered. The process requires visiting the official election commission website for verification. This step is crucial for the upcoming elections to ensure accurate voter data. People are advised to check their status before the final roll is published. 🗳️