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Raj Kundra and Shilpa Shetty are accused of a Rs 60 crore fraud by businessman Deepak Kothari. The Mumbai Police's EOW filed a case related to their defunct Best Deal TV. An unverified audio clip allegedly featuring Raj and Kothari has emerged. Kothari claims his funds were an investment, while the voice purported to be Raj's states it wasn't a loan. The couple denies the allegations. Their lawyer calls it a civil matter already addressed by NCLT Mumbai.

On August 15, 1947, India gained independence after nearly 200 years of British rule. Prime Minister Nehru addressed the nation from the Red Fort, acknowledging past pain and future responsibility. He emphasized that freedom was a beginning, urging unity to overcome divisions. Nehru envisioned a prosperous, just India, committed to global peace. He called for dedication to nation-building, fighting poverty and inequality.

Michelle Marshall's family vacation turned sour when their Turo rental was repossessed in Baltimore. Turo initially advised her to file a false police report. Her son's epilepsy medication was inside the car. Turo offered a partial refund but initially declined to cover the medication. After intervention, Turo agreed to reimburse the medication and missing belongings. Experts advise renters to document interactions and avoid leaving valuables in rental cars.

AIIMS-Raipur is set to launch its robotic surgery programme on Sept 6, becoming the first govt hospital in Central India to offer robot-assisted surgical care. The initiative marks a major leap in accessibility of advanced technology for patients in Chhattisgarh and neighbouring states. Robotic surgery provides enhanced precision, flexibility, and control, with benefits including smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery.

Vodafone Idea's net loss widened to Rs 6,608 crore in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, compared to Rs 6,432 crore in the same period last year. However, revenue rose by 5% to Rs 11,023 crore. The average revenue per user (ARPU) increased to Rs 177, a 15% year-on-year rise. The company launched 5G services in 22 cities and is seeking debt funding for expansion. Subscriber losses have decreased.

A consumer commission in Coimbatore directed a health insurance company to reimburse ₹3.42 lakh to M Baskar Ilango for heart surgery expenses. The insurer initially denied the claim, alleging Ilango failed to disclose a pre-existing diabetes condition. Ilango proved he was diagnosed with diabetes after policy inception. The commission also awarded ₹10,000 for mental distress and service deficiency, noting the insurer couldn't prove the pre-existing condition.

The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) has suggested prioritising women in allocation of deceased donor organs. Studies have shown that while women make up a large percentage of donors, they receive fewer organs than men. NOTTO director Dr Anil Kumar said it is important to address gender disparity and ensure organs are available for conducting transplants for women.

Ajit Mishra, a retired Indian Oil manager, turned a barren 20-acre plot in Malshej Ghat into Nehamrit Farms, a thriving eco-homestay. With the help of his children, Neha and Amrit, he planted 1500 trees, including mango, guava, and teak. The farm now features Balinese villas, Swiss glamping tents, and offers guests a chance to experience farm life, enjoy local cuisine, and explore nearby landmarks. It is a family's green dream come true.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said India is now its second-largest market and may become the largest. He highlighted GPT-5's potential to assist early-stage businesses in software, customer support, and marketing. Altman emphasized India's enthusiasm for AI and the opportunity to move from consumption to global creation. GPT-5 is available to all users, with enhanced versions for Plus and Pro subscribers. He noted Indian user feedback shapes OpenAI's product development.