📉 Oracle layoffs incoming? Employees are on high alert. 😬

Oracle is reportedly planning another wave of job cuts to reduce payroll before its fiscal second quarter begins on September 1. This comes after the company saw a headcount reduction of about 21,000 in the last fiscal year, dropping from 162,000 to 141,000. Employees are anxiously watching their inboxes, anticipating similar mass notifications like the one sent on March 31. The company is facing massive capital expenditure for AI data centres, despite reporting a 17% revenue increase for FY2026. Further reductions would strain the remaining restructuring budget of about $300 million.

🗳️ Maharashtra SIR draft voter list is out now

The draft electoral roll for Maharashtra has been released by the State Information Resource (SIR). This update affects voters across the state of Maharashtra, India. The draft roll is available for public scrutiny starting from specific dates, though the exact timeline is not detailed here. This release is part of the ongoing process to ensure accurate voter registration and electoral preparedness. Citizens can check their names on the voter list through official government portals.

📊 Telangana MPs spent only 23.8% of MPLADS funds

Telangana’s 23 MPs utilized just 23.8% of their ₹394.8 crore MPLADS allocation over the last two years. This placed the state below the national average of 33%, though higher than Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Out of 3,703 recommended works, 2,347 were completed, leaving 1,356 pending. Arvind Dharmapuri was the top spender at 56.18%, while some MPs spent less than 3%. The utilization rate trails Tamil Nadu at 43.1%.

⚖️ NALSAR sides with NLSIU students over CJI invite drama

The NALSAR Student Bar Council expressed solidarity with the NLSIU Batch of 2026 following their convocation cancellation. This happened because students protested CJI Surya Kant’s comments regarding their earlier protests. The core issue involved a demand for students to issue a public letter of 're-invitation' to the CJI. The council found this requirement deeply concerning, especially if mandated by the CJI's office. The students were praised for maintaining their principled stance against this onerous burden. ⚖️

⚖️ Bihar High Court raises judicial retirement age to 62

The Patna High Court has decided to increase the retirement age for judicial officers in Bihar from 60 to 62 years. This resolution was communicated on August 31, 2026, following a Full Court decision made on August 18, 2026. This move happens while the Supreme Court is still deciding on a uniform national enhancement to 62 years. Earlier, a Supreme Court bench directed states to decide on raising the age to 61 years starting April 1, 2026. Now, Bihar joins states like Madhya Pradesh and Telangana moving towards the 62-year retirement age.

🚀 Kia Carnival Hybrid lands in India soon

Kia is set to launch its Carnival Hybrid model in the Indian market. This highly anticipated vehicle is scheduled to debut on September 4th. The launch marks a significant entry of the Carnival range into India. This addition aims to cater to the growing demand for premium family MPVs. Further details regarding pricing and availability will be announced shortly.

📈 Nirmala Sitharaman links growth to reforms and people

Nirmala Sitharaman attributed India's economic growth to the efforts of the people and the reforms implemented by the NDA government. She stated this during a recent address in India. The reported growth rate stands at 7.8%. Sitharaman highlighted that these reforms are crucial for the nation's development trajectory. Further policy announcements are expected in the coming fiscal quarters.

🚨 Punjab Police given 5-day deadline on Congress leader's remarks

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes has set a five-day deadline for the Punjab Police to act against Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring. The incident occurred in Tarn Taran district after Warring allegedly made derogatory remarks about Dalit leader Buta Singh. The Commission expressed serious concern over the investigation delays and demanded an Action Taken Report, which had not been submitted. The NCSC also recommended immediate police protection for Sarbjot Singh and his dependents in both Punjab and Delhi. Further accountability will be examined if investigating officers are found to have deliberately neglected their duties. 📢

🏏 Mayank Agarwal joins Durham for County Championship

Former India Test batter Mayank Agarwal has joined Durham for the remaining matches of the Rothesay County Championship. He is linking up with the squad in Chester-le-Street as a replacement for David Bedingham. Durham currently has seven wins and three draws in ten fixtures, holding a 40-point lead. Agarwal previously played with Yorkshire and recently performed well for Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy. The team aims to secure promotion by beating Northamptonshire this week.

🤝 Modi-Putin meet at SCO: Can India-Russia ties last?

Indian PM Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are meeting in Bishkek on Monday during the SCO summit. This meeting occurs amidst global energy market disruptions and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Russia remains under Western sanctions, while India faces US pressure over Russian oil purchases. Energy ties are deepening, but India is also diversifying its supply sources. India is adopting an 'America plus' strategy, balancing ties with the US and other powers.

🏛️ Supreme Court stops case against gym owner Deepak Kumar

The Supreme Court stayed criminal proceedings against gym owner 'Mohammad' Deepak Kumar on Monday, August 31, 2026. This happened in Kotdwar after he was booked for rioting over an alleged clash with Bajrang Dal workers. The court also stayed an Uttarakhand High Court order from March 20, 2026, which restricted his social media posts. Mr. Kumar intervened on January 26, 2026, when activists harassed a 71-year-old Muslim shop owner. The Bench is now seeking the Uttarakhand government's response regarding his petition. ⚖️