entertainment Sony and S-GAME are hosting a dedicated State of Play for the action RPG, Phantom Blade Zero. This deep dive will focus on combat, characters, and the Phantom World for fans. The event is scheduled to begin on Monday, August 17, at 7 PM PT or 10 PM ET. It aims to show unseen gameplay and introduce new characters for Soul's journey. Viewers can catch the stream on PlayStation’s official YouTube and Twitch channels.
tech Krafton has confirmed that BGMI Lite will launch in India by the end of 2026. This new version will run alongside the main Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) title. BGMI has already surpassed 260 million downloads in India, showing massive popularity. The move aims to bring more mobile gamers into the ecosystem, especially those with lower-end devices. Further details on features and platforms are expected closer to the release date.
The Supreme Court ordered the restoration of the Instagram and Facebook accounts for the AAP’s Gujarat unit on Monday, August 17, 2026. Justices P.S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe passed this order following an interim application by the party. The court allowed the restoration, but only after objectionable posts are removed, and set the main case for two weeks later. AAP challenged the geo-blocking and suspension as an illegal and unconstitutional move to silence the opposition. The party argued their handles were legitimate platforms for political speech under Article 19 of the Constitution. 📱
health Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy inaugurated the MCR TIMS at Sanathnagar, Hyderabad, on Monday. This new corporate-level facility aims to provide quality healthcare to the poor in Telangana. The hospital was built at a cost of ₹1,126 crore and features 1082 beds across 37 medical departments. It will serve as a Centre of Excellence in cardiac, renal, transplant, and trauma sciences. Further hospital expansions are scheduled for completion by December 9, 2027. 🏥
The BJP's organizational reshuffle has significantly impacted its Telangana unit by removing three senior national office-bearers. Mahabubnagar MP D.K. Aruna, K. Laxman, and Bandi Sanjay Kumar were dropped from their respective party posts in this move. This action, announced recently, follows persistent factionalism and leadership rivalries within the State unit. The central leadership appears concerned over infighting, signaling a need for collective action from regional leaders. Telangana’s lack of major national representation, compared to Andhra Pradesh, has intensified dissatisfaction among local leaders. 😠
india The Bihar government has countered Supreme Court allegations regarding police brutality during student protests. The affidavit claims that only 4 shots were fired into the air by a constable in Siwan, with no one getting hurt. Near Hathi Chowk, an ASI fired 2 rounds from a 9mm pistol, causing minor injuries to 3 protestors. The state also reports 69 FIRs and 500 arrests were made between 22.07.2026 and 25.07.2026. The constable who fired the AK47 has been suspended, and ballistic exams are ongoing. 🧐
A new promotional video for GTA 6 reveals some noticeable visual changes from previous trailers. The promotion showcased gameplay elements set in the Miami region. While specific dates for release remain unconfirmed, the footage was released recently for hype. This visual evolution suggests the game is pushing the limits of the PS5 hardware. Fans are eagerly anticipating the final gameplay reveal.
tech PC performance can be bottlenecked by forgotten default settings across hardware and software. For example, Windows 11 might default displays to 60Hz instead of higher refresh rates like 144Hz. The default 'Balanced' power plan often limits CPU performance on plugged-in desktops, unlike laptops. Furthermore, background AI features like Copilot can consume system resources if not disabled. Checking these settings is crucial to ensure your PC hardware performs optimally. 🖥️
business New workplace protections, including minimum hourly rates, kick in for thousands of food delivery workers in Australia starting August 17th. This order, from the Fair Work Commission, covers 'employee-like' workers on digital delivery platforms like Uber Eats and DoorDash. The new system sets an earnings floor, paying $31.30/hr for e-bikes, $31.80/hr for motorcycles, and $32/hr for cars. This benchmark sets a standard for rideshare and parcel delivery applications currently in progress. The changes aim to give this vulnerable group more rights and safety. 🛵
business Gujarat police conducted parallel searches at journalist Ravi Nair's homes in Kerala and Delhi on August 17, 2026. The raids targeted Nair, who was tweeting about an Adani Group story published by The Washington Post in October 2025. This action stems from a defamation complaint filed by an APSEZ employee on April 22, leading to an FIR invoking cheating and forgery sections. The Gujarat High Court had previously dismissed Nair’s plea to quash the FIR on August 11. Police refused to provide hash values of seized devices, reportedly against 2023 Supreme Court guidelines. 📱
business Gujarat police conducted parallel searches at two homes of journalist Ravi Nair on August 17, 2026. The raids targeted his residences in Kerala and Delhi, leading to the seizure of his mobile phones and electronic devices. These actions stem from a police case against him regarding a tweet about an Adani Group story published by The Washington Post in October 2025. The story alleged Indian officials pushed a proposal to steer $3.9 billion to Adani businesses from LIC. The Gujarat High Court had previously dismissed Ravi's petition to quash the FIR, leading to these searches. 📱
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