Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
19-year-old Kerala law student and model Kaziah Liz Mejo has won Miss Universe India 2026 in Jaipur, becoming the first Keralite to claim the national title. After previously winning Miss Teen Diva 2024 and finishing first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025, she will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition in Puerto Rico in November 2026.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
19-year-old Kerala law student and model Kaziah Liz Mejo has won Miss Universe India 2026 in Jaipur, becoming the first Keralite to claim the national title. After previously winning Miss Teen Diva 2024 and finishing first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025, she will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition in Puerto Rico in November 2026.
Census 2027 will no longer record “beggars and vagrants etc.” as a separate category under non-economic activity. People who previously fell under this classification will instead be included under “others”. The change comes with India’s first fully digital Census and comprehensive caste enumeration since Independence.
IIT Bombay awarded a record 620 PhD degrees during 2025-26, the highest annual PhD total reported by any IIT. At the same time, the institute is enforcing a clearer doctoral timeline, with regular PhD registration generally limited to six years and extensions capped at eight years for most scholars.
Census 2027 will no longer record “beggars and vagrants etc.” as a separate category under non-economic activity. People who previously fell under this classification will instead be included under “others”. The change comes with India’s first fully digital Census and comprehensive caste enumeration since Independence.
IIT Bombay awarded a record 620 PhD degrees during 2025-26, the highest annual PhD total reported by any IIT. At the same time, the institute is enforcing a clearer doctoral timeline, with regular PhD registration generally limited to six years and extensions capped at eight years for most scholars.
Tamil Nadu has drafted a new Class 6-10 syllabus focused on practical learning, DIY experiments, projects, field visits and digital tools. The draft aims to reduce rote learning by giving greater importance to problem-solving, observation, application and student participation. Public feedback is open until August 31, 2026.
Ladakh is targeting December 2026 to begin civilian flights from Thoise Airport in Nubra Valley, potentially creating a second commercial aviation gateway after Leh. The existing chartered terminal may be refurbished for interim operations while a permanent civil terminal is developed separately.
Tamil Nadu has drafted a new Class 6-10 syllabus focused on practical learning, DIY experiments, projects, field visits and digital tools. The draft aims to reduce rote learning by giving greater importance to problem-solving, observation, application and student participation. Public feedback is open until August 31, 2026.
Ladakh is targeting December 2026 to begin civilian flights from Thoise Airport in Nubra Valley, potentially creating a second commercial aviation gateway after Leh. The existing chartered terminal may be refurbished for interim operations while a permanent civil terminal is developed separately.
India will stop stamping physical boarding passes at immigration counters for international departures from September 1, 2026. Travellers can show an electronic boarding pass on their phones, while printed passes will still be accepted without a stamp. Passport, visa and immigration checks will continue as usual.
India is targeting 2028 for the launch of BAS-01, the first module of the planned Bharatiya Antariksh Station. The five-module space station is expected to become operational by 2035, with Gaganyaan and SpaDeX developing key technologies needed for crewed missions, docking and long-duration research in orbit.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
19-year-old Kerala law student and model Kaziah Liz Mejo has won Miss Universe India 2026 in Jaipur, becoming the first Keralite to claim the national title. After previously winning Miss Teen Diva 2024 and finishing first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025, she will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition in Puerto Rico in November 2026.
Census 2027 will no longer record “beggars and vagrants etc.” as a separate category under non-economic activity. People who previously fell under this classification will instead be included under “others”. The change comes with India’s first fully digital Census and comprehensive caste enumeration since Independence.
IIT Bombay awarded a record 620 PhD degrees during 2025-26, the highest annual PhD total reported by any IIT. At the same time, the institute is enforcing a clearer doctoral timeline, with regular PhD registration generally limited to six years and extensions capped at eight years for most scholars.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
19-year-old Kerala law student and model Kaziah Liz Mejo has won Miss Universe India 2026 in Jaipur, becoming the first Keralite to claim the national title. After previously winning Miss Teen Diva 2024 and finishing first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025, she will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition in Puerto Rico in November 2026.
Census 2027 will no longer record “beggars and vagrants etc.” as a separate category under non-economic activity. People who previously fell under this classification will instead be included under “others”. The change comes with India’s first fully digital Census and comprehensive caste enumeration since Independence.
IIT Bombay awarded a record 620 PhD degrees during 2025-26, the highest annual PhD total reported by any IIT. At the same time, the institute is enforcing a clearer doctoral timeline, with regular PhD registration generally limited to six years and extensions capped at eight years for most scholars.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
19-year-old Kerala law student and model Kaziah Liz Mejo has won Miss Universe India 2026 in Jaipur, becoming the first Keralite to claim the national title. After previously winning Miss Teen Diva 2024 and finishing first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025, she will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition in Puerto Rico in November 2026.
Census 2027 will no longer record “beggars and vagrants etc.” as a separate category under non-economic activity. People who previously fell under this classification will instead be included under “others”. The change comes with India’s first fully digital Census and comprehensive caste enumeration since Independence.
IIT Bombay awarded a record 620 PhD degrees during 2025-26, the highest annual PhD total reported by any IIT. At the same time, the institute is enforcing a clearer doctoral timeline, with regular PhD registration generally limited to six years and extensions capped at eight years for most scholars.
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable is moving closer to an India launch, with limited-edition pre-orders expected soon and shipments planned before the end of 2026. The head-worn device is designed to capture blood-flow-related signals, oxygenation and physiological patterns linked to stress, recovery and performance. However, its proprietary Entropy metric and broader health claims still need independent validation.
BGMI Lite pre-registration has opened in India on August 25, 2026, giving Android users access to KRAFTON’s lighter Battlegrounds Mobile India version. The game is expected to launch by the end of 2026 with an initial download of about 1GB. KRAFTON has also confirmed cross-play with standard BGMI and support for existing player accounts, potentially making the lighter version a practical option for users with lower-spec Android phones.
India’s first dedicated high-speed railway test track is nearing completion in Rajasthan. The 59-km broad-gauge facility between Gudha and Thathana Mithri is designed for rolling-stock trials of up to 220 kmph. Developed by RDSO at a cost of ₹967.07 crore, the track will test Vande Bharat trainsets and other railway equipment for speed, braking, stability, signalling and infrastructure performance.
The National Security Guard has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course for women personnel at its Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-week programme began on August 24, 2026, covering physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention and hostage-rescue skills. Trainees will return to their State Police or Central Armed Police Force units after completing the course.
A rare rotating water column was spotted over the Brahmaputra near Paharpur in Assam’s Barpeta district on August 24, 2026. The funnel appeared to connect the river surface with the cloud base, leading to speculation that it was a waterspout. While the footage is consistent with a waterspout, a formal meteorological classification has not yet been confirmed.
19-year-old Kerala law student and model Kaziah Liz Mejo has won Miss Universe India 2026 in Jaipur, becoming the first Keralite to claim the national title. After previously winning Miss Teen Diva 2024 and finishing first runner-up at Miss Teen International 2025, she will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe competition in Puerto Rico in November 2026.
Census 2027 will no longer record “beggars and vagrants etc.” as a separate category under non-economic activity. People who previously fell under this classification will instead be included under “others”. The change comes with India’s first fully digital Census and comprehensive caste enumeration since Independence.
IIT Bombay awarded a record 620 PhD degrees during 2025-26, the highest annual PhD total reported by any IIT. At the same time, the institute is enforcing a clearer doctoral timeline, with regular PhD registration generally limited to six years and extensions capped at eight years for most scholars.
Tamil Nadu has drafted a new Class 6-10 syllabus focused on practical learning, DIY experiments, projects, field visits and digital tools. The draft aims to reduce rote learning by giving greater importance to problem-solving, observation, application and student participation. Public feedback is open until August 31, 2026.
Ladakh is targeting December 2026 to begin civilian flights from Thoise Airport in Nubra Valley, potentially creating a second commercial aviation gateway after Leh. The existing chartered terminal may be refurbished for interim operations while a permanent civil terminal is developed separately.
India will stop stamping physical boarding passes at immigration counters for international departures from September 1, 2026. Travellers can show an electronic boarding pass on their phones, while printed passes will still be accepted without a stamp. Passport, visa and immigration checks will continue as usual.
India is targeting 2028 for the launch of BAS-01, the first module of the planned Bharatiya Antariksh Station. The five-module space station is expected to become operational by 2035, with Gaganyaan and SpaDeX developing key technologies needed for crewed missions, docking and long-duration research in orbit.