AI summaryKarnataka BJP leaders, including B Y Vijayendra and R Ashoka, were taken into preventive custody on Monday while marching to Vidhana Soudha to demand the removal of Minister B Nagendra over the alleged Valmiki Corporation scam. The protest, which saw clashes with police and counter-protests by Congress workers, comes amid ongoing legislative disruptions and a CBI charge sheet naming Nagendra.
AI summaryAnand Rathi remains structurally positive on the IT sector, naming Persistent Systems and Mphasis as preferred picks while flagging Mastek as a possible turnaround. The brokerage expects enterprise software to monetise AI first, with muted near-term revenue growth for midcaps due to AI-led deflation and geopolitical disruptions.
AI summaryA 15-year-old boy has pleaded guilty to manslaughter but not guilty to murder over the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Oscar Hamilton at a Melbourne shopping centre. Prosecutors allege the attack was motivated by unproven sexual assault claims against the victim.
AI summaryDelhi-NCR experienced heavy rain and thunderstorms on Monday, leading to flight diversions and delays at Delhi airport, as well as waterlogging and traffic snarls across the city. The weather office issued alerts, and airlines warned of disruptions.
AI summaryPriority Jewels Ltd will launch its initial public offering on August 28 with a price band of ₹190-200 per share, closing on September 1. The fresh issue of up to 45.75 lakh shares aims to raise ₹86.93-91.50 crore, with listing on BSE and NSE scheduled for September 4.
AI summaryBe Clinical, an evidence-led skincare brand founded by Hemangi Dhir, has raised ₹21 crore in a seed round led by Sauce, with participation from V3 Ventures and notable angel investors. The funds will support product innovation, R&D, manufacturing scale-up, and market expansion as the brand reports strong early traction.
AI summaryThe Indian government has proposed amendments to the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, aimed at easing business operations, cutting compliance costs, and accelerating market access for medical devices. Key changes include removing the loan licence requirement for outsourced sterilisation, standardising testing fees, and adding the European Union to the list of recognised stringent regulatory jurisdictions for clinical investigation waivers.
AI summaryBangladesh's Shoriful Islam became the first left-arm fast bowler in 140 years to take a seven-wicket haul in a Test innings against Australia, despite his team's heavy defeat in the second Test in Mackay. His figures of 7/48 were the best by a Bangladeshi pacer in Test history, though Australia won by an innings and 51 runs to level the series 1-1.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump's decision to cut military exercises with South Korea has raised concerns among Asian allies, with Japan, Taiwan, and India reassessing their reliance on Washington. The move, along with other actions, has fueled doubts about US security commitments in the region.
AI summaryThe upcoming Telugu superhero film Mahakali, part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe, has reportedly secured Netflix as its OTT partner, according to a 123Telugu report. The film, starring Bhoomi Shetty and Akshaye Khanna, is expected to hit theaters during Sankranthi 2027, with a glimpse unveiling scheduled for August 24. While an exact streaming date is pending, details about the digital debut are anticipated closer to the theatrical release.
AI summaryPrince Harry has stepped down as a trustee of African Parks after a decade, a move described by the charity as part of a governance refresh. The departure follows calls from Survival International and the charity's admission of human rights abuses by rangers. Harry and his family are preparing to relocate to the UK.
AI summaryDr. Nishanth Dongari, Associate Professor at IIT Hyderabad and Founder of PURE Energy, has been conferred the Nina Saxena Excellence in Technology Award 2026 by IIT Kharagpur. The award recognises his work on PuREPower, India's first all-in-one integrated battery energy storage system. The announcement was made during the institute's Platinum Jubilee Year celebrations.
AI summaryKarnataka BJP workers and leaders, including state president B.Y. Vijayendra and Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka, were detained by police on Monday while attempting to lay siege to Vidhana Soudha. They demanded the resignation of Planning and Statistics Minister B. Nagendra over an alleged tribal welfare fund scam, with several leaders and workers taken into custody.
AI summaryApple introduced new Mac mini and Mac Studio models powered by the M5 Pro, M5 Max, M5 Ultra, and M6 chips. The M6, which marks Apple's first 2nm processor, also signals upcoming Mac refreshes, including an iMac update expected before year-end.
AI summaryMore than 500 people, including former Edappadi MLA Kaveri, joined the PMK in Salem, with party president Anbumani Ramadoss urging the Tamil Nadu government to sue Karnataka for ₹1,000 crore over Cauvery water disputes and to convene an all-party meeting on the Mekedatu project. He also reiterated the party's aim to lead a government in Tamil Nadu by 2031 and its push for a caste census.
AI summaryAt the Construction Technology Show and CWAB Awards in Mumbai, architect Hafeez Contractor expressed concern about encroaching on forests and green spaces, while industry leaders highlighted India's need for advanced construction technology. The event recognized innovations and projects across the construction sector.
AI summaryTaiwanese prosecutors have charged nine people, including employees of Nvidia and Super Micro, over the alleged illegal export of high-end AI servers to China. The defendants are accused of bypassing export controls, with 74 servers reaching China before 56 were intercepted. Nvidia and Super Micro have responded, pledging cooperation with authorities.
AI summaryShiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has written to Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik urging him to reconsider the government's decision to allow app-based bike taxi services, warning it could harm Marathi auto-rickshaw drivers. The appeal comes amid ongoing Marathi language checks on drivers and protests in Mumbai, highlighting a political contest between the two Sena factions over who represents Marathi workers.
AI summaryThe Karnataka Health Department has described the recent increase in H1N1 influenza cases as part of a standard cyclical monsoon surge, with 4,212 lab-confirmed cases reported up to August 22, 2026. Officials, led by Health Minister U T Khader, have reviewed preparedness and advised the public on preventive measures, urging calm.