AAP mocks BJP over waterlogging at Talkatora Stadium during Ravidas event

The Aam Aadmi Party criticised the BJP after waterlogging was reported at Talkatora Stadium in Delhi during a party event. BJP leaders had gathered at the venue to flag off 'Pavan Mati Kalash' processions marking Sant Ravidas' birth anniversary. AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar shared a video of the flooded grounds and sarcastically congratulated Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta over the poor arrangements. The BJP, meanwhile, stated that the campaign was intended to spread Sant Ravidas' teachings across society.

From 10% to 100%: Aviation ministry weighs annual dope tests for all pilots

US Iran Deadline Threat Depends on Willingness to Target Chinese Oil Ties

The United States has issued a deadline threat against Iran, but its effectiveness depends heavily on Washington's readiness to confront China. China is Iran's largest oil customer and acts as Tehran's primary economic lifeline to global markets. Without pressuring Beijing, any US ultimatum against Iran risks losing its practical impact. The situation highlights the complex geopolitical triangle linking US foreign policy, Chinese energy interests, and Iranian economic survival.

Before 1st server hums: India needs an impact test

No longer safe at the rear? How China's hypersonic weapons could hunt US aircraft

AI Trading Bot's New Rule Backfires on Day One, Exposing Prediction Logic Flaw

An AI trading agent called Afu, running on the open-source DuDuClaw platform, added a new rule called D-obs on Day 10 to reduce confidence in predictions ahead of major earnings events. On Day 11 (August 25), the rule triggered due to NVIDIA's upcoming earnings report, leading Afu to predict a flat market — but Taiwan's weighted index surged 0.91% instead. The same 'earnings caution' label had been used the prior day to explain a market drop, and now explained a rally, with the two narratives directly contradicting each other. Afu acknowledged in his post-session notes that a single event label is insufficient to determine market direction without accounting for broader sentiment. After 11 trading days, the AI's directional accuracy remains statistically indistinguishable from a coin flip, while its rule set continues to grow faster than its actual trading experience.

How to Build AI Prompt Templates Your Whole Team Can Use Without Your Help

A developer working on tender documentation systems discovered that prompt templates built for personal use often carry implicit knowledge that only the original author understands, making them unreliable when handed to teammates. When a team member ran the template independently and produced outputs that technically followed instructions but missed the intended meaning, it exposed a fundamental design flaw. The fix involved rewriting instructions to include not just the rules but the reasoning behind them, along with concrete examples of edge cases to give unfamiliar users a reliable reference point. The hardest part of the process was acknowledging that much of what made the original template effective was unwritten personal judgment about when to deviate from standard structures. The author concludes that truly transferable templates must embed enough context and rationale that any team member can apply them correctly to an unfamiliar situation without needing to consult the original creator.

NoPo Nanotechnologies scales up carbon nanotube production after defying early doubters

Gadhadar Reddy co-founded Bengaluru-based NoPo Nanotechnologies in 2011, driven by a childhood ambition to reach Mars. His interest in carbon nanotubes stemmed from their potential to make spacecraft lighter and stronger. The venture began after experts told him that industrial production of the advanced material was not possible in India. Fifteen years on, NoPo is expanding its production of single-walled carbon nanotubes for use in batteries, semiconductors, electronics, and advanced materials.

SIU Scientists Convert Plastic and Corn Waste into Protein-Rich Space Food

Researchers at Southern Illinois University Carbondale are developing a novel food product called µBites, which are protein-rich cookies made from recycled PET plastic bottles and discarded corn stalks and leaves. Specially programmed yeasts are used to break down and convert these waste materials into proteins, fats, acids, and flavouring molecules. The project has ties to NASA and is focused on creating sustainable food solutions for environments with limited resources. One key application envisioned for µBites is providing nutrition for astronauts on future deep-space missions.

Brazilian Woman Convicted for Fraudulently Posing as a Child for Years

A Brazilian court has found Amanda Maria Souza de Oliveira guilty of fraud and assuming a false identity after she lived undetected as a child for an extended period. Oliveira admitted to the deception but claimed her actions were driven by personal vulnerability rather than criminal intent. Despite her confession and stated motivations, the court rejected her reasoning and sentenced her to prison. The case underscores the legal seriousness of identity fraud, even when the accused acknowledges their wrongdoing.

Animal-themed memecoins surge up to 130% as crypto rally broadens

A broader cryptocurrency market rally has extended into animal-themed memecoins, with several smaller tokens posting gains of 50% to 130% over the past week. Robinhood Chain-based token Cash Cat was among the notable movers, rising more than 50% in a single day. The surge reflects renewed speculative appetite among retail investors as market momentum builds. Dog and cat-themed tokens, often considered high-risk assets, are benefiting from the spillover effect of broader crypto market strength.

How to Reuse AI Prompt Systems Across Clients Without Inheriting Wrong Assumptions

Developers building custom GPT tools for multiple government and enterprise clients often make the mistake of reusing a proven system prompt as a near-direct template for new deployments. A key lesson emerged after early deployments: what appeared to be a reliable, general-purpose prompt was partly shaped by the specific institutional culture of the first client. This mismatch became evident when formal boundary language built for a strict government ministry felt cold and bureaucratic when applied to a more conversational private enterprise environment. The solution was to treat every system prompt as two distinct layers — a structural logic layer that generalizes well, and a register or tone layer that must be rebuilt for each new client's culture. Once this separation was made explicit, template reuse became more effective and deployments more accurately matched user expectations.

India puts a cap on who can win its airports

Amazon, Flipkart Revise Seller Fees, Penalties Ahead Of Festival Season

New sellers on Flipkart, up to three months from the start of their selling journey, will not be impacted by the this policy.

Government to Supply Maharashtra Onions at Rs 35/kg Across Delhi-NCR

Onion retail prices have surged sharply, with the all-India average reaching Rs 43.53 per kg as of August 24, a 59 percent rise compared to Rs 27.37 per kg during the same period last year. To provide relief to consumers, a dedicated supply initiative called the Kanda Express is being launched to bring onions from Maharashtra to Delhi-NCR. The onions will be made available at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg, undercutting the current market average. The move is aimed at easing the burden of rising vegetable prices on households in the national capital region.

How to Write a Developer CV That Clears ATS Filters and Impresses Recruiters

Most developer CVs fail at one of two stages: they are either filtered out by applicant tracking systems (ATS) before a human sees them, or they fail to convince a recruiter to make a call. ATS tools work by parsing documents into fields and matching keywords against job descriptions, so using standard section headers, plain layouts, and the exact terminology from the job posting is essential. Once past the filter, the CV must persuade a human reader by quantifying achievements, leading bullets with outcomes rather than responsibilities, and cutting vague soft-skill claims. Experts recommend keeping length proportional to experience — one page for early-career candidates, two tightly edited pages for senior professionals. The most effective fix is a careful review of the job posting to ensure real experience is described using the employer's own language, not just the applicant's preferred wording.

How Modern Clinical Trial Management Systems Are Being Rebuilt for Scale

Tech studio GeekyAnts has published a detailed architectural guide outlining the core engineering requirements for building production-ready Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS). The analysis highlights that most Phase III trial delays are caused by operational failures — such as site activation bottlenecks and fragmented data silos — rather than scientific setbacks, making modernization urgent. A robust CTMS must support real-time protocol synchronization, structured site activation pipelines, and milestone-linked financial tracking, all while enforcing strict regulatory compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and ICH E6(R3) standards. The guide also emphasizes practical AI integration, including NLP-based patient screening and predictive enrollment modeling, as measurable tools to reduce coordinator workload and improve site performance forecasting. Strong API integration layers are identified as essential to avoid data isolation across the broader clinical trial software ecosystem.

Trump Proposes $103,265 H-1B Visa Fee, Raising Costs for Indian Applicants

The Trump administration has proposed raising the H-1B visa fee to $103,265, a move that could significantly impact Indian professionals seeking to work in the United States. The H-1B programme allows US employers to recruit skilled foreign workers in specialised fields. Each year, the programme allocates 65,000 visas, with an additional 20,000 reserved for candidates holding advanced degrees. Visas under this programme are typically granted for periods ranging from three to six years. The proposed fee hike is expected to make the pathway considerably more expensive for Indian aspirants, who form a large share of H-1B applicants.

How Developers Outside US/EU Can Land Remote Jobs in a Crowded Global Market

Remote work has expanded opportunities for developers outside major tech hubs, but it has also significantly increased competition for every job posting. Experts advise checking a company's actual timezone requirements before applying, since many 'worldwide remote' roles still expect several hours of daily overlap with a core team. Candidates are encouraged to use curated platforms like Toptal or Turing, engage in developer communities for referrals, and reach out directly to funded startups that may be more open to international hires. Addressing recruiter concerns upfront — such as payment methods via Deel or Wise, async work samples, and stated availability — can reduce friction in the hiring process. Strong portfolios and clear written communication are now the primary differentiators, as there is no in-person interview to compensate for a weak application.

Self-Taught Dev With 7 Years Experience Shares What Really Works Without a CS Degree

A self-taught full-stack developer with seven years of production experience has outlined the strategies that proved most effective for breaking into the field without a computer science degree. Key accelerators included working on real client projects, reading official documentation and source code directly, and writing about technical decisions to deepen understanding. The developer also credited taking early freelance work — even at low rates — as a practical substitute for formal education, arguing that shipped work across multiple real engagements builds more relevant skills than coursework. Conversely, collecting certificates, grinding algorithms in isolation, and waiting to feel "ready" were flagged as largely unproductive habits. The core takeaway is that hiring conversations in tech tend to focus on explainable, real-world project decisions rather than academic credentials.