🌊 Nepal flash floods sweep through border areas

At least eight people have died, and 105 Indian nationals are among those missing after a flash flood hit Nepal. This disaster struck the Nuwakot and Dhading districts, with floodwater originating from the Tibetan side of the border. As of the reports, 384 travelers are missing, and NEA confirmed damage to six major hydropower facilities. The Nepal Army is deploying helicopters while PM Balendra Shah has called an emergency meeting to assess the situation. 🌊

😠 Netanyahu blasts Iran, calls leaders 'savages'

Benjamin Netanyahu has ruled out any potential deal with Iran, heavily criticizing the nation's leadership. He made these strong remarks while in Israel, labeling the Iranian leaders as 'savages.' This comes as former President Trump intensifies his economic offensive against the country. The ongoing geopolitical tensions suggest a continued hardline stance from Israel's side. Future diplomatic relations with Iran appear highly unlikely in the near future. 😠

🐄 Lumpy Skin Disease hits Himachal's Hamirpur

Lumpy skin disease has caused one calf death and infected 33 cattle in Hamirpur. The outbreak was officially reported in Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday by local officials. Over the last four to five days, at least 34 cases have been reported across various parts of the district. Authorities have dispatched 13,500 vaccines to hospitals to manage the contagious viral infection. Continuous surveillance, treatment, and vaccination drives are now being intensified across the region.

🩺 Thin guy with fatty liver at 44? Here's why.

A man was diagnosed with fatty liver disease even though he maintained a thin physique. This occurred in the context of rising health concerns in India regarding metabolic syndrome. The condition was identified at the age of 44, highlighting new risk factors. Doctors are emphasizing that body weight alone is not a definitive indicator of liver health. Further lifestyle changes are being recommended to manage the condition effectively. 🩺

💻 Perplexity ditches cloud AI for local Nvidia power

Perplexity is shifting its AI strategy towards utilizing local computing power instead of relying solely on cloud services. This move involves a partnership with Nvidia to implement localized AI models for better performance. The transition is being integrated starting from Q3 2024, aiming to enhance user experience significantly. This shift addresses concerns about data privacy and latency associated with remote cloud processing. Future updates will focus on optimizing these local models across various user devices. 💻

🏢 LTIMindtree opens huge new office in West Bengal

LTIMindtree is expanding its presence in West Bengal with a massive new office facility in New Town, Kolkata. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is set to inaugurate this space on August 27th. The facility spans over 7 lakh square feet, significantly boosting the city's tech infrastructure. This growth aims to keep skilled local talent working closer to home instead of moving to hubs like Bengaluru. This development signals a major push for a stronger, localized tech ecosystem in the state.

💣 Skardu base on India's target list during Op Sindoor

Former CDS General Anil Chauhan revealed that Pakistan's Skardu air base was planned for strike during Operation Sindoor. The base is near Kargil and crucial for Pakistan's military operations and CPEC security. The mission was aborted on May 10 due to bad weather conditions. Hitting Skardu would have sent a strong message to China regarding its regional investments. This base was previously bombed by the IAF back in 1971. ✈️

💔 Mother speaks out after IIT student's suicide

The mother of an IIT student has spoken publicly following the tragic event. The deceased student was a resident of an IIT campus in India. The incident occurred recently, with specific details regarding the date and time not provided in the initial report. Reports suggest the student was struggling with mental health issues leading up to the decision. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the suicide. 💔

🏔️ Mudslide hits Tibet's Gyirong, causing major damage

A significant mudslide has struck the Gyirong region in Tibet, leading to reports of major casualties. The incident occurred in the Gyirong area of Tibet, according to Xinhua reporting. Specific casualty numbers and exact dates were not detailed in the initial report. The geological instability in the region is believed to be a contributing factor to this disaster. Authorities are currently assessing the full extent of the damage and rescue efforts are underway.

🌧️ NDMC apologizes for heavy rain waterlogging in Delhi

The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) issued an apology to residents for the waterlogging experienced across its areas. NDMC Chairperson Manoj Kumar Dwivedi stated that while usual clearing takes 15-20 minutes, it took over an hour in 3-4 locations on Tuesday. The capital received over 72 mm of unexpected rainfall in under two hours on August 25, 2026. Dwivedi clarified that this intense spell is not an excuse for the public inconvenience faced by citizens. The civic body plans to implement short- and long-term measures to make the NDMC area fully waterlogging free. 💧

🚨 Two POCSO accused caught after jailbreak in Srinagar

Two individuals accused in separate POCSO cases were arrested by police after escaping from Srinagar's Central Jail. The accused, Mukhtar Ahmad Gujjar and Farman Khan, escaped from the jail on August 23. Mukhtar is linked to FIR No. 20/2026 at Police Station Soura, while Farman Khan is sought in FIR No. 19/2026 at Police Station Lar. Authorities are currently investigating the details surrounding how this escape occurred. Further investigation into the circumstances of their escape is ongoing.