🤔 What is NEET youth in India? NITI Aayog report

NITI Aayog's new report highlights the NEET youth demographic, defined as those aged 15 to 29 not in education, employment, or training. The report places 8.7 crore people in this NEET youth bucket, which was based on the NSS 78th Round of 2021 data. This figure covers those in domestic duties or leisure, not just unemployed individuals seeking jobs. The study points out that 43% of surveyed NEET youth cite lack of awareness about skilling programmes as a major barrier. Further analysis shows that both information gaps and affordability issues significantly constrain these young people. 📊

🏏 BCCI VP praises Sri Lankan batter like Tendulkar

Sonal Dinusha recently celebrated his century during the second Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo. BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla praised the 25-year-old batter for his form in the ongoing series. Dinusha has scored 50 or more runs in all four of his innings against India so far. This achievement makes him the first Asian batter to reach this milestone in four Test innings against India. He remains unbeaten on 71 in the second innings as Day 5 progresses. 🏏

😠 Ex-girlfriend exposes MPSC paper leak scam

A jilted lover recently exposed a major MPSC scam after discovering her boyfriend used leaked exam papers. She was involved with him in the process before eventually ending the relationship. The scam involved candidates gaining unfair advantage through leaked materials. This incident raises serious questions about the integrity of the MPSC examination system. Authorities are now expected to investigate the widespread cheating allegations. 😠

🚨 Husband records affair, wins money, then faces jail time

A husband recorded his wife's affair with another man using a robot vacuum cleaner. This incident led to him winning a prize of Rs 15 lakh. The event reportedly took place around the date of the incident. The context involves legal issues surrounding the recording and the subsequent events. Now, the husband is facing jail time for his actions.

🎮 Xbox focusing on cheaper, efficient next-gen console

Xbox is prioritizing efficiency and affordability alongside performance for its next-gen console due to rising hardware costs and AI innovations. Xbox boss Asha Sharma stated this focus is necessary because of the current crisis in hardware and components across the industry. The next-gen console, codenamed Project Helix, will factor in hardware efficiency, storage, and pricing per unit. Sharma also confirmed players will maintain choice, including the digital versions of physical games they own. Furthermore, the company is committed to human-crafted art, ensuring AI only supports the production pipeline.

📉 EUR/USD pulls back ahead of Fed's big speech

The EUR/USD exchange rate dipped to 1.1650 on Thursday, moving below this month's peak of 1.1710. This retreat followed the release of US GDP and PCE numbers, while traders awaited Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole Symposium statement. Core PCE rose 3.3% in July, with headline PCE at 3.7%, both exceeding the 2% target. Market focus is now on Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's address in Wyoming amid bond market cracks. Technical analysis suggests a potential bullish breakout toward 1.1800.

🌳 Bengaluru citizens fight to save park land

Over 200 citizens gathered at Lalbagh Rock on Thursday, August 27, 2026, to protest a Karnataka amendment. They are opposing the move that allows alienating up to 5% of park land for infrastructure projects. This protest aims to stop the change to the Karnataka Government Parks (Preservation) Act, 1975, which they feel goes against the law's purpose. The group demands the amendment be rolled back and parks recognized as essential infrastructure. They also called for transparent public consultation before any green space is impacted. 🌳

🍅 Tomatina festival turns Spanish town red 🔥

Thousands of partygoers participated in the yearly La Tomatina food battle in Buñol. They used up to 165 tons of overripe tomatoes to color the small Spanish town scarlet on Wednesday. The chaotic celebration, rooted in a 1945 food struggle, lasts for over an hour. Increased Indian tourism to Spain is partly linked to the event's visibility after the 2011 Bollywood film. After the hour, the festivities end with a cannon boom and street washing.

🌊 Nepal Flash Floods: India Sends Aid & Preps Rescue

Nepal is currently facing severe flash floods across several regions. The Indian government has responded swiftly, dispatching 10 tonnes of essential relief supplies. These operations are being coordinated by the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). The floods have caused significant disruption to local infrastructure and communities. Further rescue and relief efforts are being prepared for the coming days.

🧐 US eyeing 2 lakh temporary visas for review

The US government is currently reviewing thousands of temporary visas, including tourism and business visas. This crackdown is being led by the Donald Trump administration across the State Department and Department of Homeland Security. Reports suggest close to 200,000 such visas are under scrutiny as of August 26, 2026. The review targets individuals who may have misrepresented their initial intentions when applying for the visa. The process will move in phases, and the figures involved could change as the investigation unfolds. 🧐

🏛️ CJP might win states, but not the nation: Chidambaram

Former Union Minister P. Chidambaram stated that the Cockroach Janta Party might secure power in one or two states. He shared this view while speaking at his residence in Chennai on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The CJP's campaign focused on improving government schools, which has influenced those in power. He referenced past movements like AGP and Gen Z's impact in Nepal as examples of political shifts. Chidambaram also agreed that unemployment is the root cause of the current youth crisis.