⚖️ NIA court denies bail cancellation for activists

A Special Court refused to cancel the bail for four rights activists in the Bhima Koregaon-Elgar Parishad case. The accused, Varavara Rao, Sudha Bharadwaj, Arun Ferreira, and Vernon Gonsalves, were booked in the case in India. The refusal came after NIA sought cancellation following a January 19, 2026, gathering at the Mumbai Press Club. The judge found no evidence proving the meeting breached the no-communication condition. The court cautioned the accused but ultimately dismissed the NIA's plea. ⚖️

🏛️ TVK govt vows to finish full five-year term

The ruling TVK-led government is set to complete its full five-year term, according to Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan. This assurance was given by Mr. Viswanathan at the Tiruchi international airport on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Furthermore, Mr. Rahul Gandhi will be projected as the Prime Ministerial candidate for the 2029 Parliament election. The TVK government has also increased the monthly pay of guest lecturers by ₹5,000. The government continues to focus on teacher and student welfare matters.

🌾 Farming picks up in Parvatipuram-Manyam area

Agricultural activity has improved significantly in Parvatipuram-Manyam district due to recent rains in the catchment areas near the Andhra Pradesh-Odisha border. Many farmers paused work due to El Nino fears regarding irrigation water availability. Officials expect activity to boost further in September and October as irrigation canals are ready to release water. The district cultivates around 80,000 hectares with crops like paddy and sugarcane, despite an initial 31% rainfall deficit estimate. The Collector has ordered fertilizer supply, and the Tribal Welfare Minister encouraged farmers to grow less water-intensive commercial crops. 🌾

🎾 Djokovic chase for 25th Slam at US Open 2026

Novak Djokovic is aiming to win his 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open in 2026. The Serbian legend competes in New York, having last won a major on September 10, 2023. In the last 11 majors, Djokovic reached the semi-finals or better in eight, but has secured no titles. The rise of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner has made recent titles very tough to win. The 2026 US Open could offer an opening with key rivals potentially absent or injured. 🎾

💰 Huge gold haul near India-Bangladesh border

BSF personnel detained a woman in Nadia's Banpur border area after a long vigil and recovered 15.607 kg of gold. The seizure, which occurred on August 30, 2026, involved the 32nd Battalion of the BSF acting on a tip-off. The BSF estimates the market value of this recovered gold at 24 crore 95 lakh 56 thousand. Investigators are now probing the source and potential cross-border smuggling network behind this massive find. The accused woman will be handed over to Krishnaganj Police for further legal action. 💰

😠 Akhilesh slams Yogi over Ankit Balyan murder

Akhilesh Yadav criticized UP CM Yogi Adityanath following the fatal shooting of singer Ankit Balyan. The SP president alleged the gang responsible bears a striking resemblance to a prominent UP figure in the Kotwali area. The incident occurred on August 26 when Balyan was shot dead by four assailants, with around 18 rounds fired. Yadav accused the ruling BJP government of shielding criminals, contradicting claims of improved law and order. Police are investigating a possible gang-war angle after a social media post claiming responsibility. 😠

🤕 Man Utd faces squad woes vs Ipswich Town

Nine players across both teams are expected to miss the Premier League clash between Manchester United and Ipswich Town. For United, Carlos Baleba, who joined for £70 million, is sidelined with an ankle issue. The teams are looking to bounce back after United's 2-0 loss to Hull City. Ipswich has four absences, including Jaden Philogene with an ankle problem. Both clubs will need strong depth as they navigate the early season challenges. 🤕

🚀 10 penny stocks surge up to 119% in two months

Ten penny stocks saw gains between 13% and 119% over the last two months, with four turning into multibaggers. These stocks were flagged using filters like market cap under Rs 1,000 crore and share price below Rs 20. For instance, Chandrima Mercantiles showed a 119% performance with a previous close of Rs 13.46. While these low-priced stocks offer high return potential, they also come with risks like volatility. Investors should carefully assess the risks before diving into these micro-cap opportunities.

⚡ Tata Motors EV bookings surge in six months

Tata Motors has seen a significant spike in its electric vehicle bookings recently. This growth is observed across their EV lineup in the Indian market. Specifically, bookings have tripled over the past six-month period. This surge reflects increasing consumer interest in sustainable and modern transport options. The company is expected to continue expanding its EV presence in the near future.

📈 India's economy set for strong growth in FY27

India's economy is projected to grow by 7-7.2% in FY27 despite global challenges, according to EY. This forecast is based on strong domestic demand and government spending in India. The firm pegged nominal GDP growth at 12.5-13% for the period. Industrial activity picked up, with IIP expanding 7.3% in June 2026, while Capex growth rebounded to 23.7% in Q1 FY27. The external sector faces headwinds, potentially widening the current account deficit to 1.9% of GDP in FY27.

📱 CEO clash: Phone use in meetings sparks debate

IBM CEO Arvind Krishna disagrees with JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon over phone use during meetings. Krishna stated his view during a CNN interview in October 2025, distinguishing between small and large gatherings. He believes large meetings are often information sharing, not deep discussion, unlike smaller ones. Dimon, meanwhile, has repeatedly called checking devices disrespectful in his 2025 shareholder letter. Krishna confirmed he expects focus in small meetings, but large ones operate differently.