🔥 PSG making a move for Ferran Torres

Paris Saint-Germain is seriously interested in signing Ferran Torres from FC Barcelona before his vacation ends. PSG has reportedly sent Torres an offer that Barcelona might not match, hoping he accepts it. Barcelona values the Spanish World Cup hero at €55 million, similar to his purchase price. The club is currently leaning towards selling him due to internal dissatisfaction and a need for a new striker after Lewandowski's departure. This situation puts Barça in a tough spot as they need replacements for their departing forwards.

📱 Pixel 11 wait or buy now? Tech breakdown

The tech market is seeing price hikes across many devices due to AI development and memory shortages. The upcoming Pixel 11 lineup, dropping around August 12, features a 256GB bump but downgrades RAM on some models. Current generation options like the Pixel 10 remain solid buys while deals are available. Given the modest expected improvements in Pixel 11, buying older models might offer better value. Consumers should consider current discounts instead of waiting for the new flagship.

⚽ FC 27's new hub looks like a massive playground

FC 27 introduces 'The Grounds,' a new online open-world mode that aims to immerse players in football culture. This hub features three districts modeled after real locations like Montclair, Zeiza, and Parkside. At launch, it offers various modes including 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, and four distinct Kickabouts. Players can also interact with famous mentors like Kylian Mbappe and Paulo Dybala for guidance. The developers hope this environment will become a major festival of football culture. ⚽

📬 Amitabbh Singh takes charge in Kerala Postal Circle

Amitabbh Singh, a 1995-batch officer from the Indian Postal Service (IPoS), has taken over as the Chief Postmaster General for Kerala Circle. Previously, Mr. Singh held the position of Chief Postmaster General for the Maharashtra Circle. He has held various roles, including Director of Postal Services in Nagpur and Deputy Director General in New Delhi. Mr. Singh previously contributed to tech like the VSAT money order system and Postal Life Insurance computerization. His leadership is expected to boost modernization and service delivery in Kerala Circle.

✈️ IndiGoReach partners with BIE for aviation dreams

IndiGoReach, via BharatCares, has signed an MoU with the Board of Intermediate Education (BIE) to boost aviation careers for underprivileged female students. BIE will share program info through intermediate colleges, while BharatCares offers outreach and counseling support. The Giving Wings to Fly program offers full support for commercial pilot licence training with ATR Type Rating. This initiative lasts about 20 months and aims to empower eligible Indian women to become licensed commercial pilots. Students can apply officially through the portal indigoreachgwf.scholarsbox.in.

🚌 Warangal gets 100 new e-buses under PM-eBus Sewa

TGSRTC Vice Chairman Y. Nagireddy announced the addition of 100 electric buses soon. This expansion is part of the PM-eBus Sewa scheme for Warangal and Hanumakonda. The announcement was made on Tuesday after surprise inspections at both bus stations. He directed officials to boost cleanliness, safety, and punctuality across services. Nagireddy also reviewed routes and employee concerns to ensure quality travel.

🇮🇳 Modi's citizenship status explained

Prime Minister Modi does not need a citizenship certificate for his role. This is because his citizenship is derived through his birth in India. Official records confirm that he was born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat, India. His status is based on the constitutional provisions related to Indian nationals. The government maintains that his residency and birthright are sufficient for his political duties. 🇮🇳

🏛️ Tax exemption allowed even without property title

The Telangana High Court ruled that capital gains tax exemption cannot be denied for reasons outside an assessee's control. The court set aside the ITAT order that imposed a penalty for evading this tax. Mettu Sudhakar Reddy, a Non-Resident Indian, faced this issue regarding a ₹64.57 lakh income from a 2016 agreement in Rangareddy district. The IT officials initially denied the exemption because the villa's legal title hadn't been received due to developer partner disputes. The bench confirmed tax benefits must be liberally construed, especially when the registered sale deed execution is delayed. ⚖️

🧘 Shami backs Kohli's spiritual visits to Premanand Maharaj

Mohammed Shami strongly defended Virat Kohli's and Anushka Sharma's spiritual visits to Premanand Maharaj. The defense was made by Shami in an interview with Times Now Navbharat. This defense followed social media criticism regarding their frequent visits, including one after the ODI series against England last month. Shami stated that no one should object if a couple practices their faith, calling it a good thing. Kohli is expected to return for the ODI series against the West Indies from September 27 to October 3. 🧘

😡 Stalin slams Vijay after police questioning

Udhayanidhi Stalin strongly criticized actor Vijay after being released late from police questioning in Thanjavur. Stalin, the Leader of the Opposition for Tamil Nadu, called Vijay a "dummy Chief Minister" immediately following his release. The questioning stemmed from his comments made during a speech regarding the Cauvery water dispute with Karnataka. He claimed the arrest was a diversion tactic from the TVK government's failure to resolve the water issue. Stalin affirmed his commitment to legal action and denied having any bad intentions. 😡

🎮 Cricket 26 and Date Everything hit Game Pass

Microsoft dropped the first wave of new Game Pass games for August, featuring Cricket 26 and Date Everything. These titles are arriving across various dates, including August 13th and August 11th. Best Beast of Reincarnation is also available on day one for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Subscribers can also get early access to Gears of War: E-Day starting August 6th. Some older titles like Menace and Aliens: Fireteam Elite are leaving the service on August 15th.