⚽ Xabi Alonso's Chelsea aiming for a surprise season

Chelsea is entering a new era with Xabi Alonso as manager following a difficult 2025-26 season. The club appointed Alonso after a disappointing mid-table finish and failure to qualify for European football. This summer saw major signings like Morgan Rogers for £117m and Maxence Lacroix for £52m. The club has also shifted away from its old youth-focused transfer strategy, adding experienced players. Pre-season showed mixed results, but optimism is high for Alonso's upcoming tenure. 🚀

🧐 What is 'ferritin face' and is it real?

The term 'ferritin face' has gone viral on social media, suggesting symptoms of iron deficiency. Dermatologists clarify that this is not a medical diagnosis but describes facial changes linked to low iron stores. Symptoms like hair shedding and dull complexion can occur when iron is depleted, as the body prioritizes vital organs. However, these signs can also stem from hormonal issues or other deficiencies, so self-diagnosing is not advised. A proper diagnosis through a full iron panel with a doctor is the only way to confirm an iron deficiency.

🅿️ Bengaluru parking rules overhaul: Who pays and how? 🅿️

The Karnataka government released draft rules for paid parking in Bengaluru, aiming to restructure the city's parking system. This overhaul involves the Greater Bengaluru Authority, impacting areas across the city. The new rules introduce residential parking permits starting from August 11, with fees up to ₹25,000. Critics argue this prioritizes revenue over improving traffic flow and pedestrian safety. City corporations will manage the implementation through specialized parking task forces.

🏏 Sooryavanshi in Duleep Trophy action

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is participating in the Duleep Trophy match today. The game is taking place between the East Zone and the North East Zone teams. The live telecast and streaming details for the match are currently available. This tournament is a major part of Indian domestic cricket. Fans can tune in to watch the action unfold live.

⚖️ SC to hear CBI probe plea on Jharkhand exams

The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea seeking a CBI probe into alleged malpractice in the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Preliminary Examination. Activist Harisharan Devgan filed the petition concerning the integrity of the examination conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission. This case involves the 2025 preliminary examination and relates to an advertisement from April 19, 2026. The plea demands an impartial investigation covering the entire examination process chain to assess fairness. The ultimate goal is to determine if the examination results can be lawfully used for public appointments. ⚖️

🕯️ Teacher and 3 Family Members Found Dead in Locked Home

A retired schoolteacher, his wife, daughter, and son were discovered dead inside a locked house in Rangpur city. The deceased were identified as Ganapati Chakraborty (65), Pritilata Chakraborty (50), Agami Chakraborty Prarthi (23), and Priyam Chakraborty (12). The bodies were found around 11:30 pm, and initial suspicion points towards strangulation, possibly between Thursday midnight and early Friday. Police, CID, and DB teams are now conducting a joint investigation into the mysterious deaths. Authorities are waiting for autopsy reports to determine the exact cause and sequence of events. 🕯️

💻 Googlebook might be pricey, ending budget plans

Google previously announced the new Googlebook laptop line to shift focus from budget Chromebooks. A leaked Asus listing shows the Googlebook priced around $1,900 CAD, which converts to about $1,400 USD. This high price is supported by specs like Core Ultra 5, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. This suggests Google is moving away from offering light, budget-friendly hardware. Future pricing might vary, but the specs point to a more powerful machine.

😟 Three Sisters Die After Eating Baingan Bharta

Three minor sisters, including a nine-month-old, died under suspicious circumstances in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. The victims were identified as seven-year-old Poonam, three-year-old Manisha, and nine-month-old Chahat, daughters of Balmukund Kushwaha. The incident occurred after the girls reportedly consumed baingan bharta and roti the previous night. Authorities were alerted after the family buried the bodies without police notification. The bodies will be exhumed for post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death. 😟

🚨 MLA PA's 12-Year-Old Daughter Found Dead in Baramati

The 12-year-old daughter of an NCP (SP) MLA's personal assistant was discovered deceased in Baramati on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The girl is the daughter of Ajit Dashavatare, who assists MLA Rohit Pawar in Pune district, Maharashtra. She left home in anger after a minor argument with her mother on Saturday and was found near her residence in Rui village. Authorities have launched a comprehensive probe into the suspicious circumstances surrounding the death. The body was sent for post-mortem examination at the Baramati Government Medical College and Hospital.

🗣️ Chirag Paswan wants talks with anti-reservation crowd

Chirag Paswan has called for a dialogue with the protestors who are against reservation policies. This call was made by Chirag Paswan himself in response to the ongoing agitation. The protests have been ongoing with various demands being put forward by the groups. Paswan emphasizes that his approach is not one of charity but a serious attempt at resolution. He hopes that these discussions will lead to a productive understanding between the political sides.

🏛️ Ministers' old Delhi bungalows costing a ton now

The upkeep of Delhi's historic Lutyens bungalows has reached a record high annual expenditure of Rs 92.35 crore for 2025-26. This high cost applies to the official residences of Union ministers located in New Delhi. Between 2014-15 and 2025-26, a total of Rs 547.68 crore was spent on these repairs via CPWD. Officials cite inflation and wear and tear on the century-old structures as main reasons for the surge. Future plans regarding the demolition and rebuilding of some bungalows remain unannounced.