🌍 Putin hits Kyrgyzstan for SCO summit

President Vladimir Putin arrived in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on Monday to attend the SCO annual summit and various bilateral meetings. He is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, Indian PM Narendra Modi, and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev throughout Tuesday. Additionally, Putin will join the World Nomad Games opening ceremony and meet Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The 10-member SCO bloc was founded in 2001 by Russia and China to counter Western influence. After the summit, Putin is set to fly to Vladivostok for the Eastern Economic Forum. 🌍

🚩 New flagstaff consecrated at Siddhavatam temple

A new Dhwajastambham was consecrated at the Sri Kamakshi Sametha Siddhavateswara Swamy temple in Siddhavatam Kshetram. This temple is adopted by the Srisailam temple and the rituals spanned three days. On Monday morning, the consecration happened at 10:51 a.m. after Vedic chanting and japa. The Dhwajastambham is a key component of temples, essential for festivals. The Trust Board plans phased development and improved amenities for devotees.

👔 Political drip: How clothes make Indian politicians' statements

Indian politicians use fashion to build identities and signal ideology in public. Narendra Modi's signature jackets and Rahul Gandhi's colorful shirts draw massive social media attention. Modi's attire shifts between traditional wear and tailored modern looks for global diplomacy. Rahul's use of bright colors, like pink and yellow, becomes a viral talking point among Gen Z audiences. This shows how perception, heavily influenced by clothing, is central to modern politics. 👔

📉 Italy's population set to drop by 4 million

Italy's population is projected to shrink by nearly 4 million people by the year 2050. This trend is being tracked by the national statistics bureau ISTAT in Italy. The resident population is expected to fall from 58.9 million in 2025 to 55 million by 2050. This decline is driven by low birth rates and a rapidly aging population structure. Future challenges for the economy and welfare system will be significant without sustained immigration. 👵

⚖️ Court says India must stick to Indus Waters Treaty

A court has ruled that India is obligated to uphold the Indus Waters Treaty. This decision was made regarding the legal dispute between India and Pakistan. The treaty was established with specific stipulations regarding water sharing, and the judgment was delivered recently. This ruling reinforces the established international water-sharing agreement between the two nations. Future actions will depend on how both countries proceed after this judicial directive. ⚖️

🏏 Mayank Agarwal joins Durham for Championship push

Indian batter Mayank Agarwal has joined Durham for the crucial run-in of the County Championship season. The 35-year-old will feature in Durham's final four games while they aim for promotion back to Division One. Agarwal, who has played 21 Tests, replaces David Bedingham, who is heading to South Africa. Coach Ryan Campbell expressed excitement about his contribution to securing the team's return to the top division. Durham currently leads Kent and Northamptonshire by 40 points, with their next game against Northamptonshire starting Wednesday.

🗣️ Kerala women push back against restrictions on public life

Muslim women in Kerala are strongly challenging the statements made by Grand Mufti Kanthapuram AP Aboobacker Musliyar. The controversy erupted after Kanthapuram’s faction issued a circular barring women from public stages and mixing with unrelated men. He argued that bringing women into public platforms would cause "great destruction" and suggested women should stay at home. Content creators questioned his stance, asking men who oppose this to consider staying home themselves. Several political leaders in Kerala have also criticized these remarks as anti-woman.

🎬 Mirzapur movie sets new music release standard

Mirzapur: The Movie is making a major splash by adopting Universal Music India’s ‘Hear It First’ model for its soundtrack. This groundbreaking move is being done by Excel Music, Excel Entertainment’s new label, for the film's music release. The complete soundtrack was launched today, and this makes it the first Bollywood film album to use this premium early-access system. This initiative strengthens the paid music ecosystem by giving subscribers early access before general release. The movie, featuring stars like Pankaj Tripathi, is scheduled for cinematic release on 4 September 2026.

🧠 New atlas maps brain's nigrosomes in substantia nigra

A new neuroimaging atlas has been created to map the nigrosomes within the kidney-bean-sized substantia nigra. This atlas focuses on the SN, which is located in the midbrain, specifically between the NR and the ventro-lateral crus cerebri. The five neuron-dense nigrosomes show different degeneration patterns in Parkinson’s disease, with the largest, N1, being affected earliest. This mapping offers a key window into the dopaminergic system's functional importance. Further work is needed to validate this atlas across different MRI techniques.

🎮 PS State of Play dropping September 3

PlayStation has officially announced its next State of Play event scheduled for September 3, 2026. The initial showcase will kick off at 6 AM PT/9 AM ET and feature updates from PlayStation Studios and partners globally. This event will conclude with a new look at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, followed by the State of Play Japan episode hosted by Yuki Kaji. Rumors suggest Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and God of War Laufey pre-orders might be revealed. Fans should also keep an eye out for a potential Marvel’s Wolverine trailer debut during this digital event.

🚀 Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is finally here for India

Samsung officially launched the Galaxy S26 FE, offering a more accessible flagship-style phone for buyers. This device was announced globally on August 27 and will run on One UI 9 based on Android 17. In India, the sale is confirmed for September 18, 2026, with Amazon and Flipkart ready for listings. It features a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and the Exynos 2500 processor. Buyers should anticipate an estimated starting price around ₹70,000, with three color options available. 📱