🚄 SCR ups track renewal and safety measures

South Central Railway (SCR) has renewed over 135.22 km of track and completed 20 road underbridges since April this year. This massive infrastructure upgrade was done across its Secunderabad, Hyderabad, and Nanded divisions. The zone also completed the tripling of the Asifabad-Sirpur Kaghaznagar section this financial year. SCR has maintained a strong performance, registering gross originating revenue of ₹4,060.57 crore. Additionally, the Cherlapalli-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express will start as a regular service in October.

🛰️ NASA powers up Voyager 2 for another year 🛰️

NASA successfully implemented a remote 'Big Bang' project on Voyager 2 to boost power efficiency. This action was taken for the spacecraft, located 21.4 billion kilometers from Earth, which is in its 49th year. Due to its RTG output dropping to half, one instrument faced shutdown by year-end. NASA turned off power-hungry heaters and recorders, switching to lower-power alternatives. They plan to apply these same measures to its twin, Voyager 1, soon.

🏏 India posts big score despite rain interruptions

India opted to bat in the ongoing Test match on a rain-hit day. Keshara Nuwantha bowled for Sri Lanka at the Padikkal, and Devdutt Padikkal scored a century. The Indian innings reached 460 for 9 in the 43 overs possible on the second day. Nuwantha picked up three wickets, including Rishabh Pant, while Jayasuriya contributed one wicket. India seems set for a massive first-innings total moving forward. 🏏

🛰️ Japan targeting Mars moons for cosmic clues 🚀

Japanese scientists are preparing the MMX mission to collect samples from Mars' moons, Phobos and Deimos. This unmanned mission, a collaboration involving JAXA, CNES, DLR, NASA, and ESA, is set to launch from Tanegashima Space Center in the coming months. The spacecraft will stay in Mars' orbit for approximately three years before a return capsule lands in Australia around 2031. JAXA hopes this data will help determine how the Solar System formed and how habitable environments arose on rocky planets. Meanwhile, China's Tianwen-3 mission is also aiming to return Mars samples around 2031.

⚽ Rodri transfer: €10m gap remains between Barca and Man City

Barcelona's pursuit of Rodri has narrowed significantly, with the two clubs now only separated by €10 million. The negotiations are between Barcelona and Manchester City for the midfielder. The current proposal stands at €70 million, while City is asking for €80 million. Both clubs are optimistic, focusing now on structuring the final payment. Barcelona hopes to complete the transfer by next week, with Monday being a key date. 🤝

🌟 Zendaya's safe move for big dreams

Zendaya stated that her best decision was pursuing her dream and giving it her all. This was said by the two-time Emmy-winner during her early Shake It Up years. The quote reflects a cautious nature while committing fully to an ambition. It suggests that caution should protect what matters, not prevent attempts. This early choice later guided her diverse career across film and TV. 🎬

🚜 Lithium rush threatens South African farmers

South Africa is mining lithium to boost its green energy transition and economy. This activity is happening on the southeast coast, affecting farming communities in areas like KwaZulu-Natal. Prospecting rights cover about 73,000 hectares across 117 farms as of the recent data review. Activists are objecting because the expansion threatens 30,000 jobs in farming and local services. The government hopes this boom will position the country as a key player in the global green-energy supply chain. 🚜

🚨 Three rescued after lift tech glitch in Bangalore

Three people were rescued after getting stuck inside an apartment lift due to a technical malfunction. This incident took place in J.P. Nagar's 8th Phase on August 14 around 5 pm. One occupant contacted the Namma 112 helpline, alerting the Thalaghattapura Police Station. The Hoysala-158 patrol team arrived and coordinated with maintenance staff to safely open the lift. All three family members were successfully brought to safety.

📉 PC Partner flags coming GPU supply crunch

ZOTAC owner PC Partner has issued a warning about potential GPU shortages. This concern specifically affects entry-level graphics cards across the market. The shortage is projected to worsen significantly in the second half of 2026. This prediction stems from ongoing supply chain pressures and increasing demand in the PC building sector. Consumers are advised to monitor market trends closely for future purchasing decisions. 📉

🚌 25-year Adobe engineer trades code for school bus 🚌

A former senior engineer laid off from Adobe after 25 years decided to change careers after facing industry discrimination. James Strawn, who lives in Colorado, shared his difficult job search following his August 2025 layoff. He will start working next week as a school bus driver for his local school district. He felt demoralized and discriminated against by the high-tech industry during his job hunt. This has sparked discussions on the harsh realities of ageism in the tech world.

📱 Skip S26 Ultra for these phone alternatives

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has finally arrived, maintaining its powerful status with minimal changes from the S25 Ultra. However, reviewers suggest several alternatives worth considering instead of paying the high price tag. The OnePlus 15 rivals it with a massive 7,300mAh battery and a lower retail cost. The foldable Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 offers a unique, game-changing experience despite being more expensive. Lastly, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL excels by focusing heavily on advanced AI features. 📱