✨ Nothing OS 5.0 rollout details are dropping

Nothing OS 5.0, which is based on Android 17, is set to launch in open beta tomorrow, August 26th. Initially, this update will only be available for the Nothing Phone (3) in the UK and Europe. The rollout schedule spans several months, with the Phone (4a) Pro joining in early September. General public release for the Phone (3) is slated for mid-October, followed by other devices throughout the year. These updates bring major visual refreshes and numerous feature enhancements to the system. 📱

🚧 Cyberabad demolishes 17 illegal buildings

The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) demolished 17 under-construction buildings on Tuesday, August 25. These demolitions spanned its three zones, including Serilingampally, Kukatpally, and Quthbullapur. CMC officials also issued 11 unauthorized construction (UC) notices during the enforcement drive. A total of 54 unauthorized constructions were identified through various channels like MyCURE and field inspections. The civic body plans to continue this daily enforcement to catch illegal builds early.

⚡ J&K power crisis hits after dam shutdowns

Jammu & Kashmir is facing major power shortages and unplanned outages because key hydroelectric projects have been shut down. The Baglihar stage-I in Ramban district and the Salal project were taken offline for silt-flushing operations. Desilting started on August 18th, and while Baglihar stage II restarted on August 22nd, stage I is still down. This disruption caused a shortfall of almost 900MW against the region's high peak demand. The power department is now looking for ways to cover the supply gap amidst tariff hike concerns. ⚡

🎮 Nvidia brings GeForce Now to Steam Machines and Firefox

Nvidia announced at Gamescom 2026 that GeForce Now is now supporting Steam Machines with Steam Controller compatibility and official Mozilla Firefox browser support. This expansion also deepens Amazon Fire TV integration, allowing direct membership purchases starting this fall. Six new AAA titles, including Gears of War E-Day and Metro 2039, are joining the service library. Furthermore, players can now link GOG accounts using single sign-on across platforms. This move reflects Nvidia's push into consumer cloud gaming alongside its industrial hardware strategy. 🎮

🏛️ Shillong restoring vandalized statues of Netaji and Vivekananda

The Conrad Sangma government has decided to restore the statues of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Swami Vivekananda. This damage occurred during a Khasi Student Union rally in Shillong. The vandalism happened on August 19 at the RR Colony, Umpling area. The Arts and Culture Minister stressed that protests must remain peaceful for state growth. Her department will handle the renovation of both statues soon.

🏛️ 350+ slum dwellers must leave PM House area in 6 weeks

The Delhi High Court ordered over 350 slum dwellers to vacate their homes in three clusters near the PM residence. This decision involved residents of B.R. Camp, Masjid Camp, and DID Colony in the Race Course area. The court set a six-week deadline for them to settle in Savda Ghevra, with a monitoring committee also formed. The bench emphasized that rehabilitation must ensure the right to life with human dignity under Article 21. The order comes after residents challenged an earlier 15-day eviction notice.

🚨 8 terror suspects nabbed across Kashmir districts

Eight terror suspects were arrested in separate security operations across three Kashmir districts. The arrests took place in Shopian, Pulwama, and Sopore districts of the Union Territory. These actions occurred on a Tuesday, according to J&K Police statements. The operation successfully seized arms, ammunition, and incriminating posters, dealing a major blow to terror networks. Further searches related to these incidents are reportedly still ongoing.

🎮 Gears of War: E-Day trailer drops at Gamescom

The Gears of War: E-Day campaign trailer was unveiled at Gamescom Opening Night Live before its October release. This prequel game chronicles the Locust's initial invasion of Sera, featuring Marcus and Dom. The title boasts new movement mechanics and returns classic weapons like the Lancer. It supports four-player co-op and features enhanced destruction systems built on Unreal Engine 5. Players can expect to follow Bravo Squad through the fall of Kalona in the campaign.

🩺 Grip strength to measure your real lifespan

Dr. Prateek Sharma stated that biological age will soon be tracked using metrics like grip strength and gait, instead of just chronological age. He shared this during a session on "Longevity in the Indian Context: Diet, Supplements and Myths" at the University of Kansas. Genetics only influence about 50% of lifespan, with the other half depending on lifestyle, environment, diet, and sleep. Sharma noted that adding one year of healthy life expectancy could boost India's economy by around $200 billion annually. The focus is now shifting towards 'healthspan'—living with more energy and less disease. 🩺

📞 First mobile call happened in 1973

Dr. Martin Cooper made the first mobile phone call on April 3, 1973, while standing on a New York City street. He called Joel Engel, an engineer at Bell Laboratories, who was his rival in the mobile communications race. The early prototype eventually led to the DynaTAC 8000X, which first sold in 1984. Cooper aimed to stop AT&T from creating a monopoly in cell phones. This initial demonstration proved a portable phone could operate independently of a vehicle. 📱

🇮🇳 Amit Shah drops 2047 security blueprint

Amit Shah unveiled a comprehensive security blueprint aimed at securing the nation until 2047. The announcement was made by Amit Shah during a recent high-level meeting in New Delhi. This plan outlines specific strategies intended to address national security challenges over the next few decades. The blueprint emphasizes strengthening internal defenses and border security protocols. Officials stated that detailed implementation plans will be shared with relevant ministries soon. 🇮🇳