Afghanistan faces increased displacement due to climate disasters. Kyrgyzstan's fuel exports to Afghanistan surged, making it the primary buyer. Pakistani ministers will visit Bangladesh to normalize relations. An interim government finalized a national charter awaiting signatures. The Election Commission is preparing for upcoming parliamentary elections. Bhutan and India agreed on fertilizer exports.

Surya Kumar Yadav will lead India's Asia Cup squad, with Shubman Gill as vice-captain. The team features a mix of experienced and young players. Key omissions include Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar stated Jaiswal needs to wait for his opportunity. The Asia Cup 2025, a T20I format tournament, will be held in the UAE from September 9-28. Eight teams will compete in two groups as preparation for the T20 World Cup.

A new analysis highlights how modern warfare increasingly disregards traditional rules, with civilians and infrastructure becoming targets. Rapid technological advancements are also reshaping military capabilities. Given India's geopolitical position between two powerful neighbors, understanding these evolving trends is crucial. Experts emphasize the need for India to adapt its strategies to effectively address these contemporary warfare challenges.

Prime Minister Modi met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian in space in four decades, after NASA's Axiom-4 mission. Shukla shared global enthusiasm for India's Gaganyaan mission. Modi inquired about space travel's physical effects and people's questions. Shukla highlighted the challenges of space food and the growing astronaut aspirations among Indian children.

Rajendra Lodha has stepped down as a director of Lodha Developers. The company stated that the resignation was requested because certain aspects of his conduct are under review by the Ethics Committee. Lodha Developers, a major real estate player in Mumbai, plans to expand into Delhi NCR by FY27. The company also aims to finalize land deals this financial year, either through joint ventures or other arrangements.

The Supreme Court questioned toll collection on Kerala's NH 544 due to poor road conditions and traffic. Judges heard appeals against a Kerala High Court order that had temporarily stopped toll fees at a plaza in Thrissur. The court questioned why commuters should pay tolls for severely delayed journeys caused by bad roads. NHAI cited an accident and monsoon rains as causes for delays. The Supreme Court has reserved its decision on the case.

India's renewable power developers are facing curtailments due to congestion in power lines. Solar power producers in Rajasthan have lost over $26 million in revenue since April. Other states like Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Maharashtra are also curbing output. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy attributes the decline to a "temporary recalibration" rather than a slowdown.

China has removed export restrictions on fertilizers, rare earth magnets/minerals, and tunnel boring machines to India. This decision follows discussions between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Wang Yi assured Jaishankar that shipments have already begun. Both countries agreed to maintain positive momentum in their bilateral relations as they celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties, according to Xinhua News.

Singer Madison Beer, 26, and NFL star Justin Herbert, 27, were reportedly seen together at a video shoot in Hancock Park, according to the Daily Mail. Beer gained fame after Justin Bieber shared her YouTube covers. She has a large social media following and is releasing her album, MB3, later this year. Beer's past relationships include TikTok star Nick Austin and Brooklyn Beckham. The news follows similar celebrity relationships like Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

OpenAI launched ChatGPT Go in India for ₹399. It offers 10 times the message limits, image generation, and file uploads compared to the free version. Users also get twice the memory. The plan is accessible by upgrading within the ChatGPT app via UPI or credit card. OpenAI aims to make ChatGPT more affordable, acknowledging user demand. This follows Perplexity AI's partnership with Airtel, offering free subscriptions. ChatGPT Go will expand to other regions later.