🔌 Nine charged in Taiwan for Nvidia GPU smuggling scheme

Nine individuals were indicted by Taiwan's Keelung District Prosecutors' Office for illegally exporting Nvidia B300 GPUs to China. This operation involved a complex five-step scheme designed to bypass strict export restrictions through the supply chain. The illegal shipments, valued at $21.21 million in profit, included parts sent directly to China in January 2026. The scheme was exposed after customers flagged the shipments and demanded proper export permits. The case highlights internal complicity within the tech supply chain despite company assurances. 🧐

🏏 Kerala Cricket League 2026: Sailors vs Ripples clash

Match 11 of the Kerala Cricket League 2026 features Aries Kollam Sailors against Alleppey Ripples on August 25th. The game is set to be played at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. Alleppey Ripples is currently second in the points table with 2 wins and 1 loss recorded. Aries Kollam Sailors sit in fifth place with a record of 1 win and 2 losses. Predictions favor Alleppey Ripples to win the toss and the match itself. 🏏

🚔 Students Caught Trading Stolen Bikes for Ganja

Seven students were arrested for allegedly getting ganja in exchange for stolen motorcycles. The incident took place in the Visakhapatnam Agency area and along the Andhra-Odisha Border in Krishna district. On Monday, August 24, 2026, police seized four bikes, about 7kgs of ganja, and mobile phones. The students used the guise of picnics to visit tribal villages and obtain the contraband. Authorities are currently working to trace the suppliers involved in this illegal trade. 🚔

🛰️ SpaceX crash leaves new lunar crater for science study

NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured detailed images of a new crater on the Moon. This crater was created when a SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage impacted the lunar surface earlier this month. The impact occurred during a January 2025 launch carrying Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost 1 lander. The crater is about 60 feet across and less than 10 feet deep, offering a fresh impact study. These visuals help refine predictions for near Earth objects.

🔥 GTA 6 nudist town leak shocks fans 😲

A jaw-dropping leak from a GTA 6 build has revealed a nudist town scene featuring many naked NPCs. This footage was shared by Cyberleek, who has been leaking clips without being caught by Rockstar. The leak occurred after a poll asking about beach, strip club, or nudist town content. The watermark also mentioned avoiding Lucia-led prologue spoilers for now. Fans are now anticipating more story details from the game's second lead.

🛶 Kerala's Adavi gears up for Onam with 24 new coracles

Adavi eco-tourism center is preparing for the upcoming Onam rush by adding 24 new coracles sourced from Hogenakkal. Forest officials distributed the new boats and oars to boatmen, who are currently applying a protective rain guard compound. These new coracles will be ready for service mainly after the center reopens following the Thiruvonam break. A ride costs ₹600 for up to four adults and one child, with revenue supporting ecosystem management. The center also features an Aranyam Café and is part of the Konni eco-tourism project. 🛶

🏥 Tata Trusts helps patients with costly treatments

A partnership between the Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Relief Fund and Tata Trusts is providing financial support to vulnerable patients. This aid covers expensive and critical treatments across various parts of the state. Since signing the MoU on February 12, 2026, ₹89.60 lakh has been approved for nine patients. The goal is to prevent treatment delays due to financial strain for serious illnesses. The government plans to expand these collaborations to reach more needy patients. 🏥

✊ SFI protests against polytechnic merger in Hyderabad

The Students Federation of India demanded the withdrawal of G.O. No. 97, which merges polytechnics with Young India Skill University. This protest took place in Hyderabad on Monday, involving SFI Telangana State Committee members. The demonstration raised concerns over lateral entry, ECET eligibility, and the lack of government orders on these matters. Protesters criticized the state government for denying permission for their demonstration at Dharna Chowk. SFI has threatened state-wide protests if the government does not revoke the order. ✊

🏥 Minister launches ₹1.14 cr infra in ASR district

The Tribal Welfare Minister, Gummidi Sandhya Rani, inaugurated two infrastructure projects in the Araku Assembly constituency. She visited the Alluri Sitharama Raju district on Monday to launch these developments. The projects include a ₹35 lakh birth waiting hall and a ₹79 lakh road, totaling ₹1.14 crore. This is aimed at improving healthcare access and connectivity for remote tribal communities. The government plans to expand such essential facilities across more tribal and remote regions.

🙏 Karnataka asks Centre to probe Ram Mandir donation misuse

Karnataka government plans to ask the Centre to investigate alleged misuse of Ram Mandir donations. The request comes after Legislative Council members raised a notice regarding irregularities and corruption in funds contributed by Karnataka devotees. These devotees had donated hundreds of crores of rupees towards the Ayodhya Ram Mandir construction. The members expressed deep concern that the alleged misuse was hurting the sentiments of the faithful. The government will examine the matter before writing to the Union government for an impartial probe.

🤕 Home Minister gets minor injury at Tirupati event

Home Minister V. Anitha suffered a minor injury to her right hand when a drone battery fell on her during the Amaravati Championship inauguration in Tirupati. The incident occurred at Tarakarama Grounds of S.V. University on Monday. The championship saw 2,07,498 athletes participate, with 90,000 at the district level and 10,000 at the state level. The Minister also announced plans for massive sports infrastructure development over the next three years. Additionally, a new women's police station was inaugurated on the same day. 🤕