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01/09/2026

Nearly 30 years after hip-hop legend Tupac Shakur was fatally shot in Las Vegas, a jury has found former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of first-degree murder. Davis, 63, was accused of organising the attack, though prosecutors said he was not the person who fired the gun. He now faces the possibility of life imprisonment without parole.

Tupac was shot on September 7, 1996, while riding in a car with Death Row Records co-founder Suge Knight after a Mike Tyson boxing match. A white Cadillac pulled alongside their vehicle and opened fire, striking Tupac four times. The 25-year-old rapper died six days later from his injuries.

Prosecutors linked the killing to a fight earlier that night involving Tupac and Davis’ nephew, Orlando “Baby Lane” Anderson, who was suspected of being the gunman. Davis’ own public statements and memoir were key evidence in the case. Arrested in 2023, Davis has said he plans to appeal the conviction.

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31/08/2026

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from the Argentina national football team, bringing his international career to an end after more than two decades. The 39-year-old forward made the decision following Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Messi, who made his international debut in 2005, leaves the national team as one of the most successful and influential players in football history.

Messi’s international journey was marked by both disappointment and historic triumphs. He helped Argentina win the 2021 Copa América, 2022 Finalissima and 2022 FIFA World Cup, finally ending the country’s long wait for a World Cup title. He also became Argentina’s most-capped player and their all-time leading scorer, finishing his international career with 207 appearances and 125 goals.

The retirement marks the end of an era for Argentina, with Messi now expected to focus on his club career with Inter Miami. His departure opens the door for a younger generation of Argentine players to take greater responsibility for the national team. Messi’s achievements, leadership and long-awaited World Cup triumph have secured his place as a defining figure in Argentina’s football history.

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31/08/2026

Shamli, August 30: Two suspected shooters allegedly involved in the killing of Haryanvi singer-YouTuber Ankit Balyan were killed in an encounter with police in Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli, officials said. The suspects, identified as 24-year-old Sumit and 22-year-old Mohit, were allegedly members of the Gogi gang and carried a reward of ₹50,000 each. Police said around 14 cases were registered against Mohit in Haryana, while Sumit faced one case.

Balyan was shot dead outside his gym in Shamli on August 26 by four assailants travelling on two motorcycles. A video of the attack later surfaced on social media, showing the shooters approaching Balyan as he walked towards his car and firing at least 16 rounds. Two other suspects remain on the run. A day after the killing, a person claiming to be a Gogi gang member took responsibility for the murder in a social media post. The killing also drew criticism from the Samajwadi Party and Congress over the law-and-order situation in Uttar Pradesh.

Balyan, a resident of Shamli, had more than five lakh Instagram followers and over three lakh YouTube subscribers. Known for songs such as Bhari Court Mein Goli Marenge, Body Builder, PTI and Ek Khtola Jail Ke Bhitar, his music often featured themes of guns, rivalry and violence. He was earlier a state-level kabaddi player but quit the sport after suffering a leg fracture before joining a gym. Around 2022, he began pursuing Haryanvi music and went on to work on more than 50 songs as a singer, lyricist and composer.

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30/08/2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent on Saturday for a two-day visit to Uzbekistan, where he was received by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Modi thanked the Uzbek president for the “special gesture” of welcoming him at the airport. He also laid a wreath at Yangi Uzbekistan Park, highlighting the deep-rooted friendship between India and Uzbekistan.

During his visit, Modi is expected to hold bilateral talks with Mirziyoyev focusing on trade, investment, digital connectivity, defence and energy. He said India-Uzbekistan relations have gained significant momentum in recent years and expressed confidence that the visit would strengthen India’s strategic partnerships and civilisational ties with Central Asia.

After Uzbekistan, Modi will travel to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on August 31 to attend the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit and meet other world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin. He is also expected to meet Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and attend the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games. Modi said India’s SCO engagement would focus on security, connectivity and opportunity, while working towards regional peace, stability and prosperity.

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29/08/2026

President Donald Trump announced a landmark energy deal with Venezuela, calling it “the largest oil deal in the history of the world.” Negotiated by U.S. officials Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth with Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, the agreement gives the U.S. access to Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, with Washington set to receive 55% of the venture’s effective output.

The deal covers 17 oil fields with 65 billion barrels of proven potential and could attract $100 billion in private investment and generate over $209 billion in tax revenue for Venezuela. A U.S.-backed private company will receive development rights for 100 years, while Washington will be able to buy crude at cost for military use and to replenish its Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

The agreement follows Venezuela’s decision to open its state-controlled oil sector to private investment. It comes as U.S. gasoline prices reach an average of $4.09 per gallon amid Middle East supply disruptions. Analysts, however, warn that years of investment and reconstruction will be needed before Venezuela can significantly increase production.

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27/08/2026

26/08/2026

A catastrophic flash flood originating in Tibet struck Gyirong Port on August 26 before surging into Nepal’s Rasuwa district. Captured on CCTV tearing through border posts, the wall of muddy water washed away villages, roads, and key infrastructure in seconds, leaving at least eight dead and major casualties reported in China.

Downstream in Nepal, the torrent swept through Timure and Syabrubesi, destroying homes, bridges, and customs yards. The surge disrupted roughly 430 MW of power generation,over 12 percent of Nepal’s total hydropower capacity while high water levels initially prevented rescue helicopters from landing.

Military and police forces have been mobilized for rescue operations as hundreds remain missing, including over 100 Indian travelers. Officials suspect a glacial lake outburst in Tibet triggered the flood, highlighting urgent calls for cross-border early-warning systems.

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26/08/2026

Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family and representatives confirmed on August 25. Parton died in Nashville, Tennessee, after a brief battle with cancer, according to a statement from her publicist.

Parton’s career spanned more than six decades, producing globally recognised songs including “Jolene,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You.” She also became a successful actress, entrepreneur and philanthropist, with her Imagination Library providing free books to children and her wider charitable work reaching millions.

Her death has prompted tributes from musicians, celebrities and political figures around the world. Just four days before her death, Parton had publicly spoken about experiencing health challenges while saying she remained focused on her work and future projects.

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25/08/2026

Canada is set to announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday after trade relations between the two countries deteriorated sharply. US President Donald Trump warned Canadian leaders to “fall in line” or face consequences, while Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of attempting to subordinate Canada. Trump has also threatened new 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles, auto parts and steel.

Carney said Canada may move away from matching US tariffs dollar-for-dollar and instead introduce targeted measures to protect Canadian workers and businesses. He strongly rejected the idea of Canada being treated as a subsidiary of the United States, saying such an approach would not be accepted at the negotiating table. He also accused Washington of seeking to damage major Canadian industries, including automobiles, steel and aluminium.

Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne and three other Cabinet ministers are expected to unveil Canada’s response Tuesday morning. The latest escalation follows Carney’s decision to walk away from trade negotiations with the Trump administration late Friday, after which Trump threatened tariffs on around $20 billion worth of Canadian goods.

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24/08/2026

At least six people, including Delhi AAP MLA Anil Jha and Karnataka BJP MLA Abhay Patil, were injured after a hatchback crossed a road divider and collided with an SUV near the PWD headquarters on Vikas Marg, close to ITO, in central Delhi, on Sunday night. Police said all those injured suffered minor injuries and were taken to Lok Nayak Hospital, where they were reported to be in stable condition.

According to police, the accident was reported at around 9:30 pm. A preliminary inquiry found that the hatchback, driven by a 32-year-old resident of Arya Nagar, was travelling towards the PWD office when it hit the road divider and railing, crossed into the opposite carriageway and collided with the SUV travelling from ITO towards Laxmi Nagar. The SUV was carrying the two MLAs.

The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, particularly the front portion of the SUV. The Fire Brigade was called to the spot to help remove the damaged vehicles and clear the roadway. Police are conducting a further investigation into the circumstances of the crash.

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