🏛️ NY Mayor skips council hearing on mansion tax

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration submitted a memo instead of attending a City Council hearing on the pied-à-terre tax. Finance Commissioner Richard Lee explained ongoing litigation prevented his in-person appearance on August 25th. The levy applies a surcharge to non-primary homes valued at $5M+ or condos worth $1M or more. The memo clarified that the roll provides grounds for owners to challenge valuations, not tax bills. The appeal deadline was extended to September 18, 2026, with extra staff assisting residents. 🏡

🏛️ Adani meets CM Shivakumar over Bengaluru tunnel bid

A political controversy flared after Gautam Adani met with Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on August 23rd at his residence. Adani Enterprises emerged as the lowest bidder for the 17-kilometer Hebbal to Silk Board Bengaluru Tunnel Road project in Karnataka. His bid of 22,267 crore rupees surpassed the government's initial estimate of 17,698 crore rupees. The Karnataka BJP challenged the Congress party's stance, citing Rahul Gandhi's national criticism of Adani. The BJP MP Tejasvi Surya has moved the High Court opposing the tunnel project due to environmental concerns. 🧐

📈 Indian market set for mixed trading on Aug 24

The Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to open flat-to-positive on Monday, August 24, due to mixed global cues. The Gift Nifty showed a green start, trading at around 24,352, a 60-point premium to the Nifty futures' previous close. Both domestic indices ended flat in the prior session, with Nifty 50 closing below 24,300 and Sensex at 77,540.83. Analysts suggest the Nifty 50 might stay range-bound unless it decisively breaks above 24,400. Investors are advised to watch key support and resistance levels for trading guidance. 📈

🚀 10 Young Indian Founders Under 24 Recognized

Ten young entrepreneurs from India have been named on the prestigious Hurun U30 list for 2026. These innovators hail from various cities across India and represent the next wave of business talent. The list recognizes individuals who have shown significant promise in their respective fields. This recognition highlights the growing dynamism of India's startup ecosystem and youth enterprise. These young founders are expected to continue driving innovation in the coming years. 🚀

🏏 Jaiswal faces ICC heat after Colombo clash 🏏

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando exchanged heated words after Jaiswal's dismissal during the second Test in Colombo. The tense moment occurred in the 17th over when Jaiswal charged at Fernando after being out. Both players might face sanctions under the ICC Code of Conduct for inappropriate physical contact or personal abuse. Potential penalties range from an official warning to a fine of up to 50% of a player’s match fee. No prior offenses exist, making a suspension unlikely unless the referee deems the incident more serious.

🏛️ Adani meets Karnataka CM, political buzz starts

Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani met with Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The meeting, described by Shivakumar as a courtesy visit, is sparking political chatter in the state. The Adani Group is interested in the ₹17,000 crore tunnel road project in Bengaluru. Adani quoted just above ₹22,000 crore for the 17.1-km tunnel under the BOOT model. This interaction has led to comments from opposition leader R. Ashok regarding the Congress's stance. 😮

👶 Anushka and Aditya welcome twin baby girls

Actor Aditya Seal and Anushka Ranjan have welcomed twin baby girls, naming them Vira Ranjan Seal and Mahi Ranjan Seal. The happy news was shared by the couple on social media on August 23, 2026. They had previously discussed their pregnancy in May 2026, following a difficult IVF journey. The couple had been hoping to start a family since 2023, with support from Anushka's sister. They met on June 26, 2017, and married in Mumbai in November 2021.

🤖 AI Godfather wants models beyond essays 🧠

Yann LeCun, considered the Godfather of AI, wants Large Language Models to evolve beyond just writing essays. He specifically wishes LLMs could handle physical tasks, like cleaning a bedroom. LeCun outlined a plan to develop new architectures capable of efficient physical performance, a goal he'd pursue at different life stages. Furthermore, he disagreed with Jitendra Malik's definition of World Models in robotics. LeCun stressed that understanding system dynamics is different from merely generating videos.

🧹 Govt's junk clean-up nets big cash and space

The government has successfully cleared out decades of scrap from offices and establishments over the last six years. This massive clean-up effort took place across various government offices, freeing up 12.33 crore square feet of space. Financially, the process generated Rs 6,000 crore in revenue for the Centre. This amount is nearly 30% of the Gaganyaan Programme's total outlay. The model could potentially be adopted by other state governments for similar benefits.

🧹 Govt's junk clean-up nets Rs 6,000 Cr

The government conducted a big clean-up by selling old scrap and obsolete equipment across various offices. This massive effort was carried out over the last six years across government establishments. The initiative successfully generated Rs 6,000 crore in revenue and freed up 12.33 crore square feet of space. This freed area is equivalent to 29 Bharat Mandapams or 21 Delhi Airport Terminal 3s. This model could potentially be adopted by state governments for similar benefits. 💰

👽 Lanterns drops big villain reveal in episode 2

The sci-fi detective series 'Lanterns' unveiled a major villain revelation in its second episode. This action unfolds between Hal Jordan and John Stewart in the fictional setting of Rushville and Coast City. The episode aired on August 23, 2026, expanding on the Green Lantern mythos with new plot points. Hal discovers alien detectors while John is abducted by mysterious men. The series sets up further conflicts as Hal heads to confront William Macon's ranch. 👽