New US sanctions on Iran and the UAE's decision to suspend trade with Tehran could further disrupt Indian exports of rice, tea, and pharmaceuticals, which have been largely routed through Dubai. While some industry voices expect limited impact due to existing payment networks, others warn of higher costs and payment risks.
WATER, a Hyderabad-based startup building AI-powered adaptive surfaces, has raised $2.5 million in a funding round led by Endiya Partners, with angel investors including Pullela Gopichand and the co-founders of Darwinbox and Swiggy. The company plans to use the funds to validate its foundational model, Vortex, across products and users.
Nike and One Piece have teamed up for a collection inspired by Devil Fruits, featuring three redesigned Air Max Plus sneakers and apparel. The collection rolls out internationally from Sept. 4, with a Tokyo pop-up, customization events, and a global SNKRS launch later in the month.
West Bengal minister Agnimitra Paul defends her intervention with a pavement-dwelling family, while Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee offers to take responsibility for the child. The incident has sparked political confrontation and debate over urban governance and humanity.
Adani Group-operated Mumbai airport will begin demolishing part of Terminal 1 on January 15, 2027, as part of a phased redevelopment. To ease the transition, at least one-third of international flights will move to Navi Mumbai from October 1, and a similar share of T1 traffic to T2 from October 25.
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi convened a high-level meeting on August 24 to review CBSE’s academic, examination, and administrative processes, with a focus on efficiency, transparency, and support. The meeting comes amid ongoing judicial scrutiny over the board’s On-Screen Marking system and the phased implementation of the three-language policy, which the Supreme Court examined from constitutional and practical angles.
A National Bureau of Economic Research working paper analyzing 29.4 million US LinkedIn profiles finds that nearly a fifth of users have retroactively edited past jobs. Since ChatGPT's release, AI-related additions surged sixfold, while remote-work and DEI terms declined, reflecting changing employer demands.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she will not retire from politics and will continue fighting the BJP until it is 'forced into obscurity.' In a Facebook Live session, she accused the BJP of using the Census to push the NRC, cutting Annapurna Bhandar beneficiaries, orchestrating violence at Jadavpur University, and illegally deleting voters from electoral rolls.
Despite the rise of online shopping, malls remain popular as social hubs and experiential destinations, according to shoppers, retail experts, and sociologists. Vancouver's Oakridge Park and McArthurGlen expansions reflect a continued investment in physical retail, while experts cite the need for community and in-person experience.
The New York Giants have waived wide receiver Ryan Miller, who was claimed by the Miami Dolphins within 24 hours. Miller, a former Tampa Bay Buccaneers starter, struggled to climb the Giants' crowded depth chart. The move comes as the Giants finalize their roster ahead of the 53-man cutdown.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has stepped out to calm protests by non-Marathi-speaking auto and taxi drivers, saying the government expects basic conversational Marathi and won't affect livelihoods over the language requirement. The state has extended deadlines multiple times and has a structured penalty process, but unions are seeking a three-month extension and a pause on punitive action amid widespread fear and misinformation over fines.
BGRE announced that its tenant engagement app Converge has surpassed 200,000 downloads, representing 70% of its tenant employee user base across India. The app consolidates services like food ordering, sports bookings, and access management, and has reportedly reached up to 75% monthly active engagement on fully adopted campuses. Company executives highlighted plans for future features including personalization and smartwatch access.
Daniel Muir, a former NFL defensive tackle and Kent State player, was arrested in Louisiana on federal gun charges. The charges, filed in May but sealed until his arrest, stem from allegations of making false statements during firearm acquisition. Muir also faces pending state charges in Indiana alongside his wife, Kristin.
Rapper Blueface was detained by police in Santa Clarita on August 23 during a suspected swatting incident, with officers responding to a false emergency call. The rapper, his girlfriend Nevaeh Akira, and their newborn were at his King of Crabs restaurant; no arrests were made.
Homegrown hospitality brand The Asian Series has launched its Bengaluru chapter, 'Tokyo to Seoul,' bringing pan-Asian cuisine from Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Indonesia. The family-led team aims to expand the chapter-based concept to other Indian cities.
Two UN peacekeepers were killed and seven others injured in an ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei state. The UN mission condemned the attack and said it may constitute war crimes, as fears grow of a return to civil war.
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice, warning against all travel to 36 countries due to conflicts and other risks. Travellers who ignore the advice risk invalidating their insurance and facing limited consular assistance. The advice covers both whole countries and specific regions, with some destinations now under 'all but essential travel' advisories.
The Commonwealth Ombudsman found ACT Policing subjected a 17-year-old Indigenous teenager to an inappropriate and seemingly unlawful search after a case of mistaken identity on a bus in Canberra. The report also criticized the AFP for lacking a clear definition of racial profiling, and made recommendations that were accepted. The teen's family says trust has been broken.
A new analysis warns that climate change is pushing the planet toward more frequent and intense extreme weather events, with scientists comparing the situation to a 'Boy Who Cried Wolf' problem. The article explores the historical roots of climate science, recent catastrophic events, and the psychological and political challenges of responding to the crisis.