🔥 Naga villages attacked in Manipur amid strike

Unknown extremists attacked four Liangmai Naga villages in Kangpokpi district on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The attacks occurred less than 24 hours after three Kuki villagers were killed nearby. The Tangkhul Naga Long claimed the Kuki National Front-Presidential executed the assault, injuring a pastor and burning homes. The TNL alleges these actions aim for demographic change over ancestral Naga land. This violence happened while a general strike was ongoing over the NRC update before Census. 😥

💼 JKSSB opens applications for 2,863 J&K posts

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has launched online applications for 2,863 vacant posts across various UT departments. The recruitment drive is detailed under Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026, issued on September 1st. Candidates can apply online starting October 5th, with the deadline set for November 3rd. Applicants must be J&K domiciles, and the age limit is 40 for Open Merit. This process offers government job opportunities in different administrative cadres. 💼

✅ 120-year-old land fight finally settled in Andhra Pradesh

A century-old land dispute was permanently resolved on Tuesday, with title deeds handed over to 812 families across three villages. This resolution covered 41.46 acres from Vatticherukuru, Pullatagunta, and Etukuru villages in the Prathipadu Assembly constituency. Union Minister Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar called this the first permanent resolution of such a long-pending issue in the State. The government is also re-surveying and digitizing records to free 1.60 lakh acres from restrictions. This initiative is expected to benefit between 3,000 and 4,000 people overall. 🏡

✨ DLSS 5 lands in NBA 2K27 on Sept 3

Nvidia is launching DLSS 5 on September 3 at 9pm Pacific Time, debuting in NBA 2K27. This new tech runs on all GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs and GeForce NOW Ultimate sessions. Unlike previous versions, 3D-Guided Neural Rendering adds realism like skin scattering and better shadows. The feature debuted in NBA 2K27 to accurately render real athlete details without altering facial geometry. Players can toggle this effect in-game, with further optimizations coming this fall.

⚖️ Kissing penis is sexual assault under POCSO Act: Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court upheld a 20-year sentence for a 61-year-old man convicted of aggravated penetrative sexual assault on a 14-year-old boy. Justice A Badharudeen ruled that kissing a child's penis with sexual intent constitutes penetrative sexual assault under POCSO Act Section 3(d). The conviction was based on the minor boy's testimony detailing two such incidents in January 2020 at a shop in Pathanamthitta district. The court confirmed that intentional mouth contact with private parts satisfies the offense without requiring oral sex or deeper penetration. Consequently, the High Court dismissed the appeal, confirming the original conviction and sentence. ⚖️

🌊 UN warns Kolkata, Mumbai face huge sea level threat 🌊

A United Nations report flags millions of people in Kolkata and Mumbai as being at immediate risk from permanent inundation due to rising sea levels. More than 14 million people in South Asia's low-lying deltas, including Dhaka, are facing displacement risks. The report noted that global sea levels rose at an average rate of 4.7 mm per year between 2014 and 2023. This rising sea level is damaging infrastructure and increasing public health risks across coastal regions. The UN urges early adaptation planning supported by strong financing and robust frameworks for vulnerable populations.

📱 AP One app is coming for govt services

The 'AP One' mobile application is being developed to streamline government services in Andhra Pradesh. Prakhar Jain, CEO of Real Time Governance Society, announced this at a workshop held at the Secretariat in Amaravati on Tuesday. Initially, the app will feature around 150 services across departments, with more planned later. This initiative follows the successful Mana Mitra WhatsApp system, which already offers over 1,000 services. The app will be available in Telugu and English, allowing users to download certificates.

📈 ECB Signals Rate Hike Coming Soon

The European Central Bank's Simkus has stated that a rate hike is clearly necessary in September. This opinion was shared in the context of current European economic trends and monetary policy discussions. The central bank is closely watching inflation data across the region to guide its decisions. Other central bank figures have discussed the appropriate level of interest rates. Future moves will depend on how inflation impacts wage negotiations going forward.

📢 Kharge challenges BJP over KPSC scam allegations

Home Minister Priyank Kharge publicly challenged the BJP to prove his alleged involvement in the KPSC scam. He questioned why the opposition hadn't raised the issue in the Assembly if they thought his political standing was threatened. The challenge was made during a press conference held in Kalaburagi city on Tuesday. Kharge demanded the BJP present any evidence against him and invited a public debate on the matter. He also questioned the opposition regarding the appointments made during the BJP's tenure.

🎮 Code Vein II Devs Tease Free Update & Paid DLC

The developers of Code Vein II have released a message to their community regarding upcoming content. This communication was shared by the development team across various platforms. The update details include a free patch and plans for paid DLC releases. This signals a shift in the game's post-launch support strategy. Players should anticipate these additions coming soon for the title.

🌾 Karnataka DCM checks on drought-hit farmers

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara visited drought-stricken villages in Mysuru district on Tuesday, September 1. He interacted with farmers in Kanchugaran Koppalu village to understand the severe impact of deficient rainfall. Officials reported that crops like ragi, maize, and tobacco perished at the germination stage due to the lack of rain across the district. Parameshwara assured farmers of government assistance and promised a report to seek enhanced compensation from the NDRF. He also warned microfinance institutions against harassing struggling farmers. 🌾