⚖️ SC grants journalist protection from arrest

The Supreme Court granted protection from arrest to journalist Abhishek Upadhyay following reports on Ram Mandir donation theft. He was facing an FIR filed on August 18 by a two-wheeler rider over an alleged incident. This case relates to his investigative work, including a report on an IAS officer's land purchase in Bhadohi. Upadhyay claims the FIR is fictitious and retaliatory for his exposés. He is now seeking time and CCTV footage to prove the allegations are staged. 🧐

🤨 Trump and Ford trade harsh words over tariffs

Donald Trump and Ontario Premier Doug Ford exchanged sharp insults regarding the ongoing trade war. The confrontation took place between the US and Ontario, Canada. Specific numbers or dates were not mentioned in the exchange of barbs. This verbal sparring highlights the growing friction between the two political figures and their respective governments. Future diplomatic moves between the two regions remain to be seen. 🤨

📱 Realme C100i details revealed for India launch

The Realme C100i is finally coming to the Indian market after launching in other regions in May. The Indian version is scheduled to launch officially on August 27. It features a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and Unisoc T7250 chipset. Key specs include an 8MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, and a 6,500 mAh battery with 15W charging. This model is IP64 rated and will run Android 16 from day one.

🎬 Daayra poster drops, trailer coming soon

The makers of the crime thriller Daayra released a new poster featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran. This striking poster highlights the two stars ahead of the film's September release. The official trailer is scheduled to drop on August 31, 2026, teasing the gripping story. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film is inspired by true events and marks a new collaboration. Daayra is set to hit cinemas on September 18, 2026. 🎬

💸 Trump proposes massive fee hike for H-1B visas

The U.S. administration proposed a regulation to impose an unprecedented fee exceeding $100,000 on new H-1B visas. This move targets highly skilled foreign workers, significantly impacting Indian techies and students in the U.S. as of August 24, 2026. Previously, these visas had fees between $2,000 and $5,000, and Indians made up 71% of all beneficiaries in FY2024. The finalization could happen by year-end, though legal challenges are ongoing against the rule. 💸

😔 Rifle coach arrested in family river incident

A rifle shooting coach, Sheikh Sadhik Khan, has been arrested over the deaths of a rural engineer and his family in Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on the intervening night of August 16 and 17, involving Thillapudi Nookaraju, his wife Meena, daughter Sowjanya, and grandson. The engineer and two women died in the Godavari River, while the 10-year-old grandson was rescued by local fishermen. Police linked Khan to the event via a recovered note, filing charges including forced conversion and murder. Khan was finally apprehended after a grueling chase across five states and is now in custody. 😔

💰 NRI deposits bring $73B to New Delhi

New Delhi has attracted $73 billion in the last 11 weeks through special deposit schemes for Non-Resident Indians. This massive inflow was driven by incentives offered to NRIs making foreign currency deposits in Indian banks. Over $65 billion of these funds entered bank deposits, and the total could reach almost $80 billion before the August 31 deadline. These inflows are helping the RBI manage currency volatility amid rising energy import bills and capital outflows. Future currency stability will depend on oil prices and FDI after the incentives end.

🚀 Chang'e-7 launch delayed; Princess Sirindhorn offers support

Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn visited China to watch the Chang’e-7 lunar mission launch. She was in Hainan province on August 23rd to observe the event from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site. China Manned Space Agency postponed the mission due to unsuitable launch conditions this year. The Chang’e-7 mission specifically targets the Moon's south pole for exploration. Princess Sirindhorn encouraged the Thai scientists involved in the project.

📱 Vivo V80 Lite 5G hits Pakistan with massive battery

Vivo officially launched the V80 Lite 5G smartphone in Pakistan featuring a huge 7,050mAh BlueVolt battery. This mid-range device is equipped with an 8GB RAM configuration and a 120Hz curved display. The Pakistani model starts at PKR 124999 and runs on OriginOS 6 based on Android 16. It boasts IP68/IP69 protection and promises three OS upgrades along with five years of security updates. This launch positions the phone as a solid option balancing battery life and daily performance. 🔋

🤖 Alibaba's huge push into AI with major funding

Alibaba is planning to raise a massive $10.20 billion through a share placement. This major funding move involves Alibaba itself in the financial transaction. The capital raise is targeted for use in boosting its Artificial Intelligence initiatives. This investment signals a strong commitment to staying competitive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. The exact timeline for the completion of this funding round is still under discussion.

🛡️ Calcutta HC grants protection to Abhishek Banerjee

The Calcutta High Court prevented any coercive police action against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee in three criminal cases. The court ordered this protection until November 30, noting that custodial interrogation was not required. This decision was made on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, by Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya. The order also restricted his international travel without High Court permission, but maintained his prior Supreme Court travel allowance for medical reasons. Police must submit a progress report on the investigation when the matter is next heard on November 23.