🎬 Netflix defends Gandhari against plagiarism claims

Netflix and Kanika Dhillon publicly rejected plagiarism allegations regarding Taapsee Pannu's film Gandhari. The dispute involves writer Kalyan Bandi claiming the film resembles his story registered in 2019. Bandi sent a legal notice in September 2025, alleging similarities with his concept. Netflix Originals director Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh stated the platform takes originality very seriously. The action thriller, premiering on September 3, 2026, is confirmed to be an original script.

🕊️ Pakistan claims big moves in Iran-US talks

Significant progress was reportedly made during high-level diplomatic talks aimed at ending the US-Iran conflict. These discussions took place in Tehran involving Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. The meetings occurred on Monday and involved discussions on preventing escalation and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides reviewed steps to restore the Islamabad MoU, an interim framework mediated by Pakistan. This diplomatic push comes as the Trump administration warns of economic penalties and Iran threatens oil export shutdowns. 🕊️

📊 SEBI launches IT Resilience Index for market infra

SEBI has introduced the IT Resilience Index (ITRI) to measure the IT system robustness of Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs). This initiative targets entities like stock exchanges and clearing corporations across India. The index, built on nine weighted parameters, shifts focus from simple compliance to quantitative risk monitoring. Availability and security are given the highest weight at 20% each, reflecting a shift towards shock absorption. MIIs will also use an Early Warning System to proactively manage potential technology issues. 📈

🔥 Tragic hospital fire in Maharashtra kills 3 infants

Three infants tragically died after a blaze erupted in the SNCU of the District Women’s Hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra. Officials confirmed that 36 other babies were successfully rescued during the incident. The fire started around 3:30 AM on the third floor, potentially due to a ventilator blast or electrical short circuit. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered a high-level probe and announced Rs 5 lakh in ex-gratia for each deceased infant. The health administration has been instructed to ensure all injured infants receive treatment at government expense. 😔

❤️ Poor sleep silently harms heart health

Even with a healthy lifestyle, poor sleep poses a serious hidden risk to the heart. Dr. Anshul Kumar Jain from CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, explained that bad sleep prevents blood pressure from naturally dipping overnight. Chronic poor sleep also causes low-grade inflammation, damaging blood vessel linings over time. This sleep deprivation reduces insulin sensitivity and messes with appetite hormones too. Consistency in sleep timing is just as crucial as the total number of hours slept. 😴

⛽ Iran sanctions stress global energy trade

Iran sanctions and Hormuz shipping risks are tightening global fuel supply, causing refined fuel shortages. This situation affects markets worldwide as WTI and Brent oil test key levels, while US natural gas supply remains ample. Chinese imports of Iranian crude dropped to 534,000 bpd this month from 823,000 bpd last month. The larger concern is refined product shortages, compounded by Middle East distillation limits and weak Russian refining. Future market movements depend heavily on the Strait of Hormuz stability and oil price breakouts. ⛽

😠 Students breach barricades during protest in Patna

All Bihar Students' Union members marched against the State government regarding paper leaks and unemployment issues. The demonstration took place in Patna, Bihar, on August 25, 2026, targeting the CM's residence. Protesters broke through police barricades at Dak Bungalow crossing, despite police using water cannons to disperse them. Students are demanding a single-tier BPSC-TRE 4 exam and transparency in recruitment processes. The unrest continues after weeks of protests in Patna's Gardanibagh area. 😠

😟 Indian banking apps glitch when dev options are on

Some Indian banking applications are experiencing unexpected malfunctions when the developer options are enabled on a mobile device. This issue has been reported by users across various Android smartphones in India. The problems started surfacing around late 2023 and have been noted in multiple financial apps. Developers suspect security protocols are being triggered or bypassed by these settings. Banks are expected to release patches to address these specific compatibility bugs soon. 😟

🎬 Kartik Aaryan and Sandeep Modi film back on track

Dharma Productions is reuniting with Kartik Aaryan and director Sandeep Modi for a new action thriller. The project is described as a distinctive blend of action, romance, and suspense. The film is slated to go on floors in early 2027, after initial plans stalled. This new venture marks Kartik's third collaboration with Dharma Productions. Modi will begin pre-production by the end of this year. 🎬

🎬 Haiwaan and Vibe box office predictions are out

Pinkvilla Predicts has released first-day box office forecasts for the upcoming films Haiwaan and Vibe. Haiwaan, a crime thriller starring Akshay Kumar, is projected to earn between Rs. 6-9 crore on its release date of September 11, 2026. Vibe, set for September 18, 2026, has a forecast range of Rs. 1.50-3 crore. Haiwaan's opening relies heavily on Akshay Kumar's star power, while Vibe benefits from a prior director's positive reception. The predictions are subjective estimates based on market sentiment and do not account for any inorganic collections. 🎬

💡 Skilling efforts uneven despite huge investment says NITI Aayog

Despite training 7.67 crore individuals since 2014-15, NITI Aayog reports that skilling outcomes in India remain uneven. The report highlights weak links between learning, employment, and career progression, noting only 8.25% of graduates are in aligned jobs. With a 2025-26 budget allocating Rs 34,000 crore, the focus needs to shift from enrolment to real job outcomes. NITI Aayog proposes embedding vocational skills earlier and creating an integrated State Apprenticeship Platform. This structural change is vital for India's demographic dividend to convert into actual workforce value. 📈