💰 RBI shuts forex deposit window for NRIs early

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has prematurely closed the window for foreign exchange deposits for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). This action followed a massive inflow totaling $52.3 billion into the country. The deposits reached this significant figure during the fiscal year 2023-24. This surge reflects strong investment interest from the NRI community in India's financial markets. The RBI will now reassess the deposit window guidelines for future transactions. 💰

🏛️ Tribunals Reforms Act, 2026 gets Presidential sign-off

The Tribunals Reforms Act, 2026, has received the President's assent, bringing significant changes to the judicial system. This Act establishes a National Tribunals Commission (NTC) to supervise 16 tribunals, including the National Green Tribunal. The Commission will consist of a chairperson, two judicial members, and two technical members, with appointments made by the Central government. The NTC will manage tribunal administration, conduct selections, and maintain a National Tribunals Data Grid. This new legislation repeals the 2021 Act but protects existing appointments until their terms conclude.

⚖️ SC/ST Commission can't settle land disputes, says Karnataka HC

The Karnataka High Court ruled that the KSC-SC&ST lacks jurisdiction over immovable property disputes. This body's role is to examine constitutional safeguards for SC/ST communities and make recommendations to concerned authorities. The court clarified that the Commission cannot act as a parallel court to decide title or order land record mutation. This decision came after state authorities challenged the Commission's 2023 directive regarding land records in Tumakuru district. Therefore, the Commission's powers are limited to investigation, not final adjudication. ⚖️

✈️ Barcelona sells academy player to Ajax for €6M

FC Barcelona has finalized the sale of academy player Jofre Torrents to AFC Ajax for around €6 million. The 19-year-old full-back, who joined La Masia in 2017, will move to Amsterdam for the next four seasons. The agreement was signed on Thursday night, concluding his brief four-appearance career with Barcelona. This transfer is part of Deco's push to reduce squad size before the transfer window closes. Torrents' move marks his first experience outside Spain as the club prepares for more exits. 🏃

💖 Fines joke turns into big act of kindness

Sophie Cunningham turned a joke about WNBA fines into a substantial act of charity. The Indiana Fever guard launched a GoFundMe, initially aiming for $26,000, but supporters raised $10,182. On October 10, 2025, Cunningham redirected all the funds to Ronald McDonald House Charities. This decision came after her season ended early due to a knee injury in August 2025. The charity connects to her personal history, as she volunteered there back in 2015. 💖

🚨 Accused in murder case found dead in Kozhikode

A man accused of murdering a 26-year-old woman seven months ago was found dead on Friday, August 13th. The incident occurred in Kozhikode, involving Vaisakhan from Thadampattuthazham. The 34-year-old was on bail after being arrested by Elathur police regarding the January 24th death. Initial police findings of suicide were overturned after an investigation pointed to murder amid their long-term relationship. His death came just before the trial was set to commence.

🌊 Kerala launches smart flood defense plan

The Kerala Flood Resilience Initiative is being launched to scientifically tackle rain-related disasters and flooding caused by climate change. Experts from IIT Roorkee, IIT Palakkad, and IIIT Kottayam presented this framework to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Friday. This plan uses AI, machine learning, and remote sensing to identify flood-prone zones and issue timely warnings. The team stressed that environmental impact must be studied before cleaning rivers and canals. The Water Resources and Disaster Management departments must submit a report on the project within one month. 🌊

🏛️ Murmu pushes for secure exams, boosts youth focus

President Murmu announced comprehensive reforms to public exams to stop paper leaks and unfair means. This address was given by her on the eve of India's 80th Independence Day. Reforms aim to make the system more transparent, secure, and trustworthy for students. She also stressed the role of young Indians in job creation and the startup ecosystem. Moving forward, the government is focused on these systemic improvements alongside national development.

🏏 Gill denies comms gap with BCCI CoE over injuries

Shubman Gill refuted reports of a communication gap between team management and the BCCI Centre of Excellence. This came after three initial squad members were dropped before the two-Test series against Sri Lanka. Gill stated there is constant communication regarding player fitness at the CoE. He explained that Test cricket's five-day format necessitates not taking risks on unfit players. India will start the series with Ravindra Jadeja as their sole all-rounder.

💊 Illegal Abortion Kit Racket Busted in Maharashtra

The Maharashtra FDA busted a racket dealing in illegal medical abortion kits across Nagpur and Solapur districts. The operation targeted individuals, including executives from the online portal IndiaMART, who were involved in the illicit trade. On August 12, the FDA acted on tips regarding the unauthorized storage and sale of medicines like Clear Kit and Prega End. In Nagpur, police arrested two individuals carrying 50 MTP kits during a clinic raid. Further investigations are ongoing, and the FDA warned against using these kits without a doctor's prescription. 💊

📱 POCO F9 Pro/Ultra leaks: massive battery and 200MP cam

Leaked specs reveal the upcoming POCO F9 Pro and F9 Ultra flagships are arriving soon. These devices are expected to be EU versions of the Redmi K100 series, featuring large batteries and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips. The F9 Ultra boasts an 8,050mAh battery and a 6.85-inch 185Hz OLED screen, while the F9 Pro has a 6,330mAh battery. Both models feature a 200MP main camera and Bose speakers, with the Ultra having an LED notification ring. Pricing is set high, with the F9 Ultra potentially costing €999 in Germany. 🔋