Meta settles landmark lawsuit that could've changed how Facebook & Instagram work
Meta settled a landmark lawsuit brought by 29 US states alleging that Instagram and Facebook are designed to addict children, mislead consumers about their safety and improperly collect personal data. If found guilty, the lawsuit could've triggered penalties equal to Meta's entire value and change how the two platforms work. An ex-Meta executive claimed Meta knowingly ignored user well-being.
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07:00 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Meta settled a landmark lawsuit brought by 29 US states alleging that Instagram and Facebook are designed to addict children, mislead consumers about their safety and improperly collect personal data. If found guilty, the lawsuit could've triggered penalties equal to Meta's entire value and change how the two platforms work. An ex-Meta executive claimed Meta knowingly ignored user well-being.
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Meta to let teens use Instagram & Facebook for only 2 hrs/day, block apps at night in US
Meta announced steps it'll take to improve teen safety on Instagram and Facebook as it settled a teen addiction lawsuit in the US. It proposed a default two-hour daily time limit for teen users across both apps and a night mode that blocks both apps for them from 12:00 am-6:00 am. It also proposed a 'school mode' and 'hidden likes'.
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10:35 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Meta announced steps it'll take to improve teen safety on Instagram and Facebook as it settled a teen addiction lawsuit in the US. It proposed a default two-hour daily time limit for teen users across both apps and a night mode that blocks both apps for them from 12:00 am-6:00 am. It also proposed a 'school mode' and 'hidden likes'.
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Apple confirms major launch event for September 9, may unveil first foldable iPhone
Apple has confirmed that its annual hardware launch event will be held on September 9, 2026. Apple SVP of Worldwide Marketing Greg Joswiak posted a video of a bluish Apple logo, writing, "Surprise and shine! It's almost time for the Apple event on Wednesday, September 9!" Apple is expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone and iPhone 18 Pro series.
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10:57 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Apple has confirmed that its annual hardware launch event will be held on September 9, 2026. Apple SVP of Worldwide Marketing Greg Joswiak posted a video of a bluish Apple logo, writing, "Surprise and shine! It's almost time for the Apple event on Wednesday, September 9!" Apple is expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone and iPhone 18 Pro series.
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SRK, Salman Khan-backed Pernia's Pop-Up Shop to launch IPO on Aug 31, declares price band
Pernia's Pop-Up Shop-parent Purple Style Labs, backed by Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Sachin Tendulkar and Madhuri Dixit, is set to launch its IPO from August 31 to September 2. The startup has set the ₹680-crore IPO's price band at ₹546-575/share, pegging its valuation at ₹4,600 crore. IPO will be open to anchor investors on August 28.
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07:32 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Pernia's Pop-Up Shop-parent Purple Style Labs, backed by Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Sachin Tendulkar and Madhuri Dixit, is set to launch its IPO from August 31 to September 2. The startup has set the ₹680-crore IPO's price band at ₹546-575/share, pegging its valuation at ₹4,600 crore. IPO will be open to anchor investors on August 28.
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Cashfree's AI superagent gives SMBs a payments team they couldn't hire
Cashfree Payments has launched Relay, an AI Superagent that runs payment operations for SMBs - recovering abandoned carts, confirming COD orders, and filing disputes. The company revealed that 7 in 10 Indian SMBs do this manually, for up to 60 hours weekly. "Relay brings that under 45 minutes. It's a game-changer for small teams," said co-founder & CEO Akash Sinha.
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10:00 am Thursday, 27 August 2026
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Cashfree Payments has launched Relay, an AI Superagent that runs payment operations for SMBs - recovering abandoned carts, confirming COD orders, and filing disputes. The company revealed that 7 in 10 Indian SMBs do this manually, for up to 60 hours weekly. "Relay brings that under 45 minutes. It's a game-changer for small teams," said co-founder & CEO Akash Sinha.
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Around 300 Indians missing in Nepal after deadly flash floods
Around 300 Indians are among those missing after devastating flash floods swept through the Nepal and Tibet regions, Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said on Thursday. "Thousands of families have lost homes and are missing as of now. We are still trying to ascertain the full extent of the disaster," he added. More than 160 people have died.
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11:15 am Thursday, 27 August 2026
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Around 300 Indians are among those missing after devastating flash floods swept through the Nepal and Tibet regions, Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said on Thursday. "Thousands of families have lost homes and are missing as of now. We are still trying to ascertain the full extent of the disaster," he added. More than 160 people have died.
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11:15 am Thursday, 27 August 2026
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How is E20 petrol making eggs costlier in India?
Egg prices in India rose by 35-40% over the past year, as per National Egg Co-ordination Committee, due to the government's E20 petrol push. The price rise is linked to maize becoming costlier, a primary ingredient of poultry feed, which makes up 65-70% of poultry costs. Maize prices have risen as more of it is being used for E20 production.
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02:26 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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Egg prices in India rose by 35-40% over the past year, as per National Egg Co-ordination Committee, due to the government's E20 petrol push. The price rise is linked to maize becoming costlier, a primary ingredient of poultry feed, which makes up 65-70% of poultry costs. Maize prices have risen as more of it is being used for E20 production.
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100 Indians missing in Nepal flash floods found
Around 100 missing Indians and 25 Chinese nationals have been found by Nepalese rescuers, authorities said on Thursday as nearly 1,500 people remain missing in Nepal and Tibet after devastating floods and mudslides hit the region. Nepalese authorities added that at least 270 people were killed after a glacial collapse triggered the flash floods and mudslides.
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02:33 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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Around 100 missing Indians and 25 Chinese nationals have been found by Nepalese rescuers, authorities said on Thursday as nearly 1,500 people remain missing in Nepal and Tibet after devastating floods and mudslides hit the region. Nepalese authorities added that at least 270 people were killed after a glacial collapse triggered the flash floods and mudslides.
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02:33 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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Which is better for international travel, credit, debit or forex card?
Prepaid forex cards can be ideal for fixed travel budgets, as they can lock in exchange rates and may reduce currency conversion costs. Credit and debit cards offer greater spending flexibility, but many charge foreign transaction fees of around 2% to 3.5%. Experts suggest considering the total cost, including conversion charges, foreign markup and ATM fees, before making a decision.
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03:18 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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Prepaid forex cards can be ideal for fixed travel budgets, as they can lock in exchange rates and may reduce currency conversion costs. Credit and debit cards offer greater spending flexibility, but many charge foreign transaction fees of around 2% to 3.5%. Experts suggest considering the total cost, including conversion charges, foreign markup and ATM fees, before making a decision.
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03:18 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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India fail to take 4 wickets on final day as Sri Lanka save Colombo Test
The second Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo ended in a draw as India failed to take four wickets on Day 5. Sri Lanka, who started the final day at 229/6, ended the day at 429/9. With the draw, India clinched the two-match series 1-0. It is India's third consecutive win on Sri Lankan soil.
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04:54 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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The second Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo ended in a draw as India failed to take four wickets on Day 5. Sri Lanka, who started the final day at 229/6, ended the day at 429/9. With the draw, India clinched the two-match series 1-0. It is India's third consecutive win on Sri Lankan soil.
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How does WTC points table look after India-Sri Lanka Test ends in a draw?
The second India-Sri Lanka Test ended in a draw in Colombo. India remain fifth on the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 points table, however, their PCT has dropped from 53.33% to 51.52% because a draw gives only four WTC points out of a possible 12. Sri Lanka remain sixth on the points table. Australia are on top of the table.
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06:00 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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The second India-Sri Lanka Test ended in a draw in Colombo. India remain fifth on the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 points table, however, their PCT has dropped from 53.33% to 51.52% because a draw gives only four WTC points out of a possible 12. Sri Lanka remain sixth on the points table. Australia are on top of the table.
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Gold prices see major dip in India
The price of gold saw a major dip in India as it fell by nearly ₹3,000/10 grams on Thursday, continuing a three-day falling streak, as per IBJA data. Gold now costs ₹1,58,386/10 grams as it erased gains it had made since August 20. Silver, amid a four-day losing streak, fell by nearly ₹3,500/kg to hit ₹2,39,500/kg on Thursday.
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07:40 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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The price of gold saw a major dip in India as it fell by nearly ₹3,000/10 grams on Thursday, continuing a three-day falling streak, as per IBJA data. Gold now costs ₹1,58,386/10 grams as it erased gains it had made since August 20. Silver, amid a four-day losing streak, fell by nearly ₹3,500/kg to hit ₹2,39,500/kg on Thursday.
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India record their best Women's Hockey World Cup finish in 52 years
India defeated Germany 3-1 to finish fifth at the Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026, recording their best finish since 1974, when they finished fourth. Ishika Chaudhary opened the scoring in the 43rd minute before Navneet Kaur struck twice, in the 44th and 47th minutes. India entered the fifth-place match after being eliminated from semi-final contention following 0-0 draw against Australia.
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09:53 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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India defeated Germany 3-1 to finish fifth at the Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026, recording their best finish since 1974, when they finished fourth. Ishika Chaudhary opened the scoring in the 43rd minute before Navneet Kaur struck twice, in the 44th and 47th minutes. India entered the fifth-place match after being eliminated from semi-final contention following 0-0 draw against Australia.
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Nadda's regret was fake: Congress as BJP leader defends 'purification' after Kharge's event
After Uttarakhand BJP chief Mahendra Bhatt defended the 'purification' ritual at a venue after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's rally, Congress' KC Venugopal asked BJP to sack him. He further said that Union Minister JP Nadda's expression of regret in Rajya Sabha was a "mere eyewash". Kharge had linked the ritual to his Dalit identity, after which Nadda condemned the practice.
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10:57 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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After Uttarakhand BJP chief Mahendra Bhatt defended the 'purification' ritual at a venue after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's rally, Congress' KC Venugopal asked BJP to sack him. He further said that Union Minister JP Nadda's expression of regret in Rajya Sabha was a "mere eyewash". Kharge had linked the ritual to his Dalit identity, after which Nadda condemned the practice.
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Bankex Put options suddenly jump 16,500%, may have turned ₹1 lakh into ₹25 lakh in 5 minutes
The 65,000 Put option contract for Bankex jumped 16,500% from ₹6 to ₹1,000 within minutes on Thursday, with traders blaming CAS. Bankex closed 1.67% lower at 64,313, compared to Bank Nifty's 0.5% dip. An X user claimed that ₹1 lakh invested in the Put option contracts at 3:20 pm could've become ₹25 lakh by 3:25 pm, which is theoretically possible.
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10:49 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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The 65,000 Put option contract for Bankex jumped 16,500% from ₹6 to ₹1,000 within minutes on Thursday, with traders blaming CAS. Bankex closed 1.67% lower at 64,313, compared to Bank Nifty's 0.5% dip. An X user claimed that ₹1 lakh invested in the Put option contracts at 3:20 pm could've become ₹25 lakh by 3:25 pm, which is theoretically possible.
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Will BSE and NSE remain closed on Friday for Raksha Bandhan?
The Indian stock market, the BSE and NSE, will remain open for regular trading on Friday (August 28) despite Raksha Bandhan. Although the festival is widely celebrated and is a public holiday in several states, it is not included in the 2026 stock market holiday calendar. Investors can trade shares and derivatives as per the usual market schedule.
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News By: Vaishnavi Mishra
04:56 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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The Indian stock market, the BSE and NSE, will remain open for regular trading on Friday (August 28) despite Raksha Bandhan. Although the festival is widely celebrated and is a public holiday in several states, it is not included in the 2026 stock market holiday calendar. Investors can trade shares and derivatives as per the usual market schedule.
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04:56 pm Thursday, 27 August 2026
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How can brothers gift SIPs to their sisters on Raksha Bandhan?
Brothers can't gift SIPs to their sisters the way they do with cash, as mutual funds restrict third-party payments from accounts that aren't in the SIP holder's name. Brothers can instead set up payment mandates on Raksha Bandhan to transfer funds to their sisters' accounts, which they can use for SIPs. Money gifted from brothers to their sisters is tax-free.
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07:00 am Friday, 28 August 2026
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Brothers can't gift SIPs to their sisters the way they do with cash, as mutual funds restrict third-party payments from accounts that aren't in the SIP holder's name. Brothers can instead set up payment mandates on Raksha Bandhan to transfer funds to their sisters' accounts, which they can use for SIPs. Money gifted from brothers to their sisters is tax-free.
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R Praggnanandhaa creates history by becoming first Indian to win Grand Chess Tour, gets ₹2 crore
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win Grand Chess Tour after defeating Fabiano Caruana 15-13 in the 2026 Finals in St Louis. Praggnanandhaa trailed 3-9 after the classical games but won both rapid encounters to move 11-9 ahead. He then held his advantage through the blitz section and pocketed $200,000 (nearly ₹2 crore) for the historic triumph.
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08:28 am Friday, 28 August 2026
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Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win Grand Chess Tour after defeating Fabiano Caruana 15-13 in the 2026 Finals in St Louis. Praggnanandhaa trailed 3-9 after the classical games but won both rapid encounters to move 11-9 ahead. He then held his advantage through the blitz section and pocketed $200,000 (nearly ₹2 crore) for the historic triumph.
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At least 469 people killed in Nepal flash floods; 290 Indians among over 1,400 missing
The death toll from Nepal’s devastating flash floods has risen to 469, according to the latest figures shared by Nepal Police. More than 1,400 people, including 290 Indians, remain missing as rescue teams search debris-strewn areas and reach communities cut off by damaged roads. It has become the worst disaster Nepal has seen since an earthquake in 2015.
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08:46 am Friday, 28 August 2026
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The death toll from Nepal’s devastating flash floods has risen to 469, according to the latest figures shared by Nepal Police. More than 1,400 people, including 290 Indians, remain missing as rescue teams search debris-strewn areas and reach communities cut off by damaged roads. It has become the worst disaster Nepal has seen since an earthquake in 2015.
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How can India still qualify for WTC final?
India can still qualify for the WTC 2025-27 final after draw against Sri Lanka in Colombo. They are fifth with 51.52% PCT and can reach a maximum of 70.37% by winning all seven remaining Tests. Six wins would take them to 64.81%, while five wins and two losses would leave them at 59.26%. Historically, 60% mark is enough for qualification.
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09:10 am Friday, 28 August 2026
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India can still qualify for the WTC 2025-27 final after draw against Sri Lanka in Colombo. They are fifth with 51.52% PCT and can reach a maximum of 70.37% by winning all seven remaining Tests. Six wins would take them to 64.81%, while five wins and two losses would leave them at 59.26%. Historically, 60% mark is enough for qualification.
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