⛽ SC rejects ethanol disclosure plea at petrol pumps

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea demanding mandatory disclosure of ethanol content at fuel stations. The petition, filed by advocate Narendra Goswami, sought clear labeling on pumps and receipts for E20 petrol. The court noted the Center argued the petition was proxy litigation, referencing a prior dismissal. Goswami maintained citizens have the right to know the exact fuel composition they are buying. The petitioner also asked for a vehicle compatibility database and an expert review of E20's impact. ⛽

🎮 PlayStation boycott over, but keep skipping PS5

The PlayStation boycott has officially concluded, yet organizers are advising dedicated fans to keep their PS5s off. The campaign ran from August 23 until August 30 at 7:00 PM local time. The protest was initiated due to Sony's plan to halt physical game editions starting in January 2028. Organizers now suggest continuing the boycott indefinitely until Sony adjusts its policy. The future impact will be clearer after Sony's next financial report. 🎮

🙏 Sadhguru pledges big donation for Nepal floods

Spiritual leader Sadhguru has pledged one crore rupees to the Nepal Prime Minister Disaster Fund following devastating floods in Nepal. He made this pledge during a solidarity event held in Kathmandu. The floods have tragically resulted in over 750 deaths and more than 2,500 people are currently missing. Sadhguru also called for establishing a five-nation Himalayan board to handle regional disasters collectively. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, with over 180 Indians having been rescued so far.

🏏 Young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi misses century in Duleep Trophy

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest to score a half-century in Duleep Trophy history while playing for the East Zone. He achieved this milestone in the East Zone vs Central Zone semifinal in Bengaluru on Monday. The 15-year-old scored 92 runs off just 42 balls, breaking a nearly six-decade old record. Despite the half-century, he fell short of a century, finishing at 92. His display shocked selector RP Singh, who witnessed the batting masterclass. 🏏

🏏 Youngest to hit Duleep Trophy fifty record

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history by becoming the youngest batter to score a fifty in the Duleep Trophy. He achieved this feat while playing for East Zone against Central Zone in Bengaluru. This milestone occurred during the Duleep Trophy 2026 semi-final on a date not specified. Sooryavanshi scored 92 off 81 balls, surpassing Laxman Singh's 57-year-old record. He also briefly acted as captain for East Zone earlier in the match. 🏏

🚀 Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Box Office Hits 174% Returns

The film Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has achieved a massive success at the box office. The movie is performing exceptionally well in its run across various theaters. As of Day 10, the film has recorded an impressive 174% returns. This strong performance places the film firmly in the super hit category. Industry analysts are watching to see how this momentum continues in the coming weeks.

🏏 India's T20 boost before Afghanistan series

India is set for a major boost with Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy fit for the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan. Washington Sundar is also nearing clearances for the fixtures starting September 13 in Delhi. The selection committee is expected to meet this week to pick the squad for the three T20Is. Jasprit Bumrah is progressing well but is being carefully managed ahead of the New Zealand Tests. Krunal Pandya's possible return is also under discussion for the squad. 🏏

🩺 Unexplained Fainting Linked to Serious Heart Issues

A two-week monitoring period was conducted following episodes of unexplained fainting. This monitoring targeted patients at a specific medical center. The data collected revealed several life-threatening heart conditions among the participants. These cardiac issues were previously undiagnosed, causing significant concern among doctors. Further specialized tests are now being arranged to manage these identified risks. 🩺

🔥 Next AMG GT Black Series is set to be insane

Mercedes-AMG is teasing a new, extreme GT Black Series that promises to be unlike anything seen before. This vehicle is being developed by Mercedes-AMG, and the development is allowing engineers to go completely wild with the design. The new model will serve as the basis for the upcoming AMG GT3 race car homologation. It is anticipated that the car will transition to a twin-turbo V8 engine, unlike its predecessor. Mercedes-AMG hopes this new version can challenge top spots on the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

😔 Dalit student suicide: SC/ST Act invoked against headmistress

A 16-year-old Dalit student, P Nishanthi, died by suicide after an alleged confrontation at a government school. The incident occurred in Usilampatti, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, on August 25, 2026. Police have now added sections of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act to the FIR against the headmistress, Vimala Devi. The dispute arose from an admission request where the student allegedly reacted to the headmistress's comments about her conduct. The School Education Department has separately launched an inquiry into this matter.

📈 Andhra Pradesh increases private medical college fees

The Andhra Pradesh government has officially hiked fees in private medical colleges for the academic year 2026-27. This fee increase is 15% for PG and super specialty courses, and 10% for undergraduate programs. The new structures were set by APHERMC and notified by the Health, Medical & Family Welfare Department on August 29. For instance, super specialty fees at certain colleges rose from Rs 17.25 lakh to Rs 19.83 lakh. These changes apply across various quotas, including regular, management, and NRI seats. 💸