🚀 Saab reveals stealthy drone for Gripen E ops

Swedish defence giant Saab has unveiled a full-scale concept of a new stealthy, supersonic autonomous combat aircraft. This A3 concept is part of its Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) programme, aiming for missions like air-to-air combat and strike. Two demonstrators, A1 and A2, are being developed to test necessary technologies on an accelerated timeline. A1 will use a General Electric F414 engine, similar to the Gripen E, for initial flight testing. Saab envisions the Gripen E coordinating multiple ACP aircraft in a human-machine combat team. 🤖

📈 Vijay Kedia's Portfolio: 5 Stocks Hit 55% Gains in CY26

Veteran investor Vijay Kedia's portfolio holds stakes in about 23 companies, valued at roughly Rs 1,415 crore as of August 21. This represents a 21% increase from the Rs 1,170 crore recorded in December 2025. Five stocks saw significant gains, with one soaring 53% in CY26. Notably, Eimco Elecon (India) was added to his holdings during the June 2026 quarter. The analysis also pointed out five major laggards that dropped more than 20% during the same year.

😔 Pastor gets death sentence for assaulting minors

A pastor has been sentenced to death for sexually assaulting four young girls. The incident took place in Tirunelveli, involving the religious figure and the four minor victims. The court delivered the sentence on October 26, 2023, following the trial. This conviction comes after the pastor was accused of multiple sexual offenses against the children. Further legal procedures are expected to follow this severe judgment. 😔

🏦 Bank of Baroda writes off huge loans

Bank of Baroda has written off a significant amount of loans totaling Rs 35,715 Crore. This write-off specifically targets loans that were valued above Rs 100 Crore. The decision was made following internal reviews concerning the NPA accounts. Despite requests under the Right to Information Act (RTI), the bank declined to reveal the names of the major defaulters involved. The bank maintains that the process followed necessary regulatory guidelines for such write-offs. 🏦

🚨 Delhi Police Nab Old Man in Long Extortion Case

Delhi Police successfully arrested a 72-year-old individual in a major extortion case. The operation took place in Delhi, concluding a lengthy investigation. The case involved multiple incidents spanning over 15 years. This arrest marks a significant breakthrough for the police in tackling long-running financial crimes. Authorities are now proceeding with further legal actions against the accused. 🚨

✈️ Jung Eun Chae chill on Ahn Bo Hyun's private jet

Jung Eun Chae has completely settled into Ahn Bo Hyun’s signature investigation vibe on "Flex x Cop 2". She plays detective Joo Hye Ra, who joins Ahn Bo Hyun’s character, Jin Yi Soo, in the show. The drama features scenes from a recent episode showing the squad at an airport runway at night. Joo Hye Ra is seen comfortably on Jin Yi Soo’s private jet, adapting to his wealthy methods. Viewers can catch the next episode on August 22 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

🚀 French Woman Sophie Adenot Heads to Space

Sophie Adenot has made history by becoming the first woman from France to walk in space. She is part of a crew assigned to a future mission from the French space agency. The mission is currently scheduled for sometime in 2027, pending further preparations. This achievement marks a significant milestone for French aerospace exploration. Her participation is expected to boost national interest in space technology. 🚀

🔪 Delhi Techie Murder: In-laws Attack Engineer

An Adobe engineer was killed following an argument between him and his wife. The incident took place in Delhi, where his in-laws allegedly assaulted him fatally. Authorities report that the altercation occurred around late evening on October 15th. The motive is reportedly tied to family disputes and marital issues. Police are currently investigating the case to determine all involved details. 🔪

🚀 Yash's new project hits big on day one

Yash's new venture has made a massive debut, clocking in at Rs 19.66 crore in advance bookings on its first day. The project, details of which were not specified, saw a huge surge in initial interest across the board. This significant financial milestone was achieved on the first day of bookings. The strong start suggests high market anticipation for the upcoming release or product. Further details regarding the launch timeline and rollout are expected soon. 🚀

🩺 High Court orders inclusion of Geriatric Medicine in DM courses

The Delhi High Court has mandated the National Medical Commission to reconsider admitting MD (Geriatric Medicine) to DM super-speciality courses. This decision came after various doctors challenged their exclusion from NEET-SS and INISS examinations. The court noted that the NMC’s reasons regarding infrastructure were insufficient to deny these candidates opportunities. Justice Jasmeet Singh stated that lack of doctors is not a valid ground to block career advancement. Consequently, the NMC is directed to expeditiously include MD (Geriatric Medicine) as an eligible qualification. 🩺

⚽ Barca's possible lineup for La Liga opener revealed

Barcelona will face Elche in their first La Liga match of the season. Hansi Flick is expected to field a lineup prioritizing player fitness over star power. Joan Garcia is set to start in goal, while Eric Garcia is favored at right-back. Midfielders like Fermín López and Marc Bernal might start while top players rest. The predicted starting XI features Raphinha alongside new signings Karim Adeyemi and Hamza Abdelkarim. ⚽