#WATCH | Thousands of revellers dived into tomato pulp as ‘La Tomatina’ food fight festival kicked off on Wednesday (August 26) in Spain’s Buñol. During the annual event in Buñol, attendees throw tomatoes at each other for one hour.

Organizers expect 22,000 participants from around the world this year and say 150,000 kilograms (330,693 pounds) of tomatoes will be used.

#WATCH | Surveillance footage shot on Wednesday (August 26) showed people attempting to flee seconds before a devastating mudslide engulfed the border crossing between Nepal and China.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Wednesday issued notices to two five-star hotels in Delhi's Aerocity after inspections found multiple food safety and hygiene violations, including cockroach infestations near freezers.

The regulator said notices were served on JW Marriott, operated by Aria Hotels and Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd, and Andaz Aerocity, operated by Juniper Hotels Pvt Ltd.

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Gen Z has coined a new category in discretionary spending with 'fun funds'. Opting for experiences over planned purchases, the younger generation is inclined to splurge on art exhibitions, travel, workshops, concerts, and more.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/money/what-is-a-fun-fund-inside-gen-zs-new-experience-first-economy-and-budget-playbook-11787747917575.html

Apple will hold its next major product launch on September 9, marking the company’s first launch event under incoming CEO John Ternus. The event is expected to feature the latest iPhone lineup and could also see Apple unveil its long-rumoured first foldable iPhone.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/technology/apple-sets-september-9-iphone-launch-first-major-event-under-new-ceo-john-ternus-11787762886062.html

Almost 9 Crore Indian Youth Suffering Due To NEET, Out Of The Job Ecosystem; EXPLAINS NITI Aayog

Over 8.7 crore young Indians, who are outside the labour force, are neither in education, employment nor training (NEET). Among those in the labour force, 2 crore people are unemployed, according to a NITI Aayog report. The report also highlighted a mismatch between educational qualifications and employment.

WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAQe_OGDN7Q

#MintMarkets | Nifty Remains Rangebound; Small-cap Index Hits Fresh Record High: Key Levels to Watch on Thursday.

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/nifty-remains-rangebound-small-cap-index-hits-fresh-record-high-key-levels-to-watch-on-thursday-11787791699802.html

FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe urges consumers to check a product’s ingredients, credentials, manufacturing and expiry dates, and processing before making a purchase.

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Deepa Jewellers IPO: Price band set at ₹168- ₹177 per share.

Check key dates, issue details 👇
https://www.livemint.com/market/ipo/deepa-jewellers-ipo-price-band-set-at-rs-168-rs-177-per-share-check-key-dates-issue-details-11787798193728.html

Petrol and diesel prices were revised by fuel retailers on Thursday across major Indian cities while Brent extend losses on expectations of reopening of Strait of Hormuz trade route.

Check latest petrol and diesel prices in your city ⛽️
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#MintMarkets | As the market is pointing towards a negative start, some stocks are likely to remain in focus on Thursday due to their own positive/negative triggers.

Stocks to watch 📈📉
https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/stocks-to-watch-jio-financial-services-bel-tata-power-among-shares-to-be-in-focus-today-details-here-11787796939759.html

💹 Market Opening | Benchmarks Open Strong Sensex surged points168.77 (0.22%) to 77,641.71 while Nifty gained 72 points (0.30%) to 24,279.75 in early trade, opening the week on a strong note.

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The US is proposing to make permanent a $103,265 fee on new H-1B visas, a move that could hit Indian tech workers hard. Indian nationals account for over 71% of H-1B approvals. Renewals and those already in the US on student visas would be exempt.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TF5ganoPtTM

The price of the yellow metal in India gained nearly 0.7% in the domestic futures market during early trading hours, as uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict in Middle East continued to support safe-haven demand.

Here's a look at the latest gold prices across major Indian cities
https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/gold-and-silver-price-today-27-aug-check-retail-rates-of-24k-22k-gold-and-999-silver-in-delhi-mumbai-other-cities-11787792063248.html

Misleading labelling, usage of cheap oil, high sugar, high sodium food products, sugar products without adequate labelling, low entry barrier to enter food business, Indians valuing taste and cost more than health and most important, an informal economy have all contributed to this crisis. 🥫🍲

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8tUM9DzRlM

#MintPremium | Since Sebi introduced CAS on 3 August, retail participation in the new framework has remained low. And brokers expect it to remain low for a while, despite Sebi's attempts to bring more of them into CAS.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-closing-auction-brokers-retail-investors-sebi-cas-11787803119833.html

Apoorva Ajith reports

Former CDS General Anil Chauhan questions how the US learned about the May 2025 India-Pakistan ceasefire understanding, saying the deal was negotiated directly between the two countries’ military commanders with no third-party involvement.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKiFlh8vOXE

#MintPremium | Universities must break down traditional pedagogies so that students experiment with skills and become problem solvers in an era when AI is enabling the automation of entry-level jobs. Here's how the regulatory system must evolve.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/universities-must-become-a-place-of-self-discovery-intellectual-engagement-exploration-skills-entry-level-jobs-ai-11787746926596.html

G. Venkatesh reports

#MintPremium | Private credit is attracting investors with returns of up to 22%, but higher yields come with higher credit, liquidity, manager and valuation risks that investors must understand before committing.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/private-credit-alternative-investments-credit-aifs-wealth-management-private-debt-investment-risks-11787810525580.html

Khushboo Joshi reports

#WATCH | #NepalFloods: India has stepped up humanitarian assistance to Nepal, sending two aircraft carrying medicines and food supplies as the country continues its rescue and relief operations A total of 47.5 tonnes of emergency supplies have been sent to support those affected