🌾 New ₹3.02-cr bio-fertiliser lab launching at Yendada

A bio-fertiliser production lab, costing ₹3.02 crore, is being set up at Yendada in Visakhapatnam district. Bheemili MLA Ganta Srinivasa Rao laid the foundation stone for this facility on Friday. The lab will produce bio-fertilisers like Azotobacter and Azospirillum across three new state locations. This move aims to reduce reliance on chemical fertilisers and improve soil health. Officials have been asked to complete the facility within approximately nine months. 🌾

🎬 Aditya Dhar celebrates Rakhi with 'Dhurandhar' still

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar observed Raksha Bandhan by sharing a heartwarming still from his movie 'Dhurandhar'. This post featured Ranveer Singh and his on-screen sister on Friday, August 28th, on his Instagram Stories. The film, which became a two-part franchise, saw its first part release in December 2025 and the second in March this year. 'Dhurandhar' was a massive action drama showcasing Ranveer's transformation and collaboration with Dhar. The project earned over Rs 1,300 crore worldwide for the first part alone. 🎬

🤔 Chidambaram: Reforms could have started earlier than 1991

Former Union Minister P. Chidambaram stated that India could have initiated economic reforms as early as 1981. He specified that this was not feasible during the tenure of C. Rajagopalachari, the first Indian governor-general. The reforms were delayed because the political situation was not conducive, even with attempts by Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi. Chidambaram noted that in the pre-1981 era, India lacked the necessary capital and technology for an open market system. He suggests the 1991 changes were a necessary step despite the earlier potential start date. 💰

🌌 Star spin might crack black hole mystery

A star's rotation could finally explain why some flares dim during repeated black hole encounters. This phenomenon involves stars orbiting supermassive black holes in galaxies. Among roughly 10 repeating systems, four show this progressive fading pattern. Previous models struggled because less stripped material should not produce fainter flares. Researchers suggest a star's initial rapid spin stabilizes the material return time, causing the flare to fade.

🧐 Lapses found at Kurnool children's facility

A surprise inspection at Balasadanam in Peddapadu, near Kurnool on Friday, August 28, 2026, revealed several serious lapses. The District Legal Services Authority secretary, B. Leela Venkata Seshadri, conducted the check following orders from NLSA and Principal District Judge G. Kabardhi. Issues flagged included poor staff attendance, inconsistent food distribution, and weak child supervision systems. Furthermore, staff were reportedly forcing children to keep quiet or reprimanding them for speaking up. An inquiry has been ordered to ensure the safety and welfare of the children there. 🧐

💻 Apple Mac mini M6 deal alert on Amazon

The Apple 2026 Mac mini M6 is available for $879.99 on Amazon. This pricing is $20 less than Apple's official listing or other retailers. Preorders are currently live on both Apple and Amazon for this new device. The Mac mini M6 is highly anticipated after previous availability issues and AI assistant changes. The official release date for the Mac mini M6 is set for September 22nd. 💻

🧐 Spotting fake videos: real or AI?

AI-generated videos are making it hard to tell from real footage, causing concern with disaster clips. One clip about the deadly floods in Nepal was found to be AI-generated, raising awareness about fake content. Viewers can check video length, use AI detection tools, or slow down the footage for clues. It is important to question if the video makes sense in reality before sharing anything. Proper verification is key to stopping misleading content from spreading further.

🎖️ DPS Mysuru cadets chosen for big camp in Delhi

Two NCC cadets from DPS, Mysuru, Nakshatra and Mohammed Rahil Iqlas, have been selected to represent their school. They will attend the All India Thal Sainik camp (AITSC) 2026 in New Delhi. This selection follows seven months of intense training, hard work, discipline, and determination. The achievement brings pride to DPS Mysore, its NCC unit, and the cadets' families. The cadets have already started their journey to Delhi this Friday.

📉 Debock's massive pump-and-dump scheme busted by SEBI 💸

SEBI uncovered an elaborate financial fraud at Debock Industries, involving fake sales and round-tripping to boost stock value. The scheme centered around Debock Industries Ltd. and its promoters in India. The regulator ordered disgorgement of over Rs 108 crore and imposed penalties totaling Rs 28.2 crore. This was done after the company artificially inflated revenues to migrate to the NSE Main Board in March 2022. Moving forward, Debock and key individuals have been barred from the securities market for up to seven years.

🧐 Congress alleges Penguin India bowed to pressure on Sonia memoir

Congress leaders accused Penguin Random House India of succumbing to pressure regarding Sonia Gandhi's memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love. This incident involves Ashok Gehlot, Kamal Nath, and Gaurav Gogoi, with the events taking place on Friday, August 28, 2026. The publisher faced demands to remove content critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the RSS, and China's presence in Indian territory. Gehlot called this suppression a "murder of freedom of expression" and a "murder of democracy." The party is now questioning the publisher's editorial independence amid the controversy. 🧐

😠 Congress claims Penguin India bowed to pressure on Sonia memoir

Congress leaders accused Penguin Random House India of succumbing to pressure regarding Sonia Gandhi's upcoming memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love'. The allegations were made by senior party leader Ashok Gehlot on Friday, August 28, 2026, in relation to the book's Indian publication. The core claim suggests the publisher sought removal of critical parts concerning PM Narendra Modi, the RSS, and China's alleged territorial occupation. This suppression, according to the party, constitutes a 'murder of democracy' and compromises freedom of expression. Kamal Nath also voiced grave concern over the decision-making process of the publisher.