The Ladies Wing of Gurudeva Social Society (GSS) Bahrain, in collaboration with Sangeetha Restaurant, organized an Onam Payasam competition and fair as part of the 'Layam Ponnonam 2026' celebrations. The event held at Kanu Garden, Salmania, saw participation from many contestants, with Thanka Kumar, Vijith Raj, and Sreeja Saneesh winning prizes. The competition was judged by Lulu International Chief Chef Suresh Nair and pastry chef Siji Binu. The society announced upcoming events including Pookalam competitions and a grand Onam feast on September 4. https://www.mathrubhumi.com/pravasi/bahrain/gss-bahrain-onam-payasam-contest-fest-2026-sangam-restaurant-fteagay8

Apple is set to launch the iPhone 18 Pro series in September, featuring the Pro Max model with a larger battery, A20 Pro chipset, and improved camera technology. Reports suggest a possible launch on September 9, with pre-orders starting mid-September. Due to increased production costs for components, the starting price in the US could reach $1,400. In India, the launch is expected around September 9, followed by pre-orders a week later. https://bangla.asianetnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-max-pre-order-dates-and-timings-for-india-uk-and-us-absc/articleshow-dokf9m2

Pulissery is a traditional Kerala feast dish made with vegetables like ash gourd, papaya, or cucumber. It features a tangy yogurt base mixed with ground coconut, cumin, and garlic. The preparation involves cooking the vegetables, adding the coconut paste and sour buttermilk without letting it boil, and finishing with a tempering of mustard, fenugreek, dried chilies, and shallots. https://www.sathyamonline.com/news/pulissery-moru-12264819

Students of Bharathi Vidyalaya Metric Higher Secondary School in Mulanur, Tamil Nadu, celebrated the 80th Independence Day by forming a human chain in the shape of the Indian map. The school's correspondent, Arima P.S. Sellamuthu, hoisted the national flag. Secretary P.S. Krishnakumar presided over the event, which included cultural programs and competitions for the students. Prizes were distributed to the winners, and the arrangements were supervised by Principal S. Palanisamy. https://www.dinamani.com/all-editions/edition-coimbatore/tiruppur/2026/Aug/16/%E0%AE%87%E0%AE%A8%E0%AF%8D%E0%AE%A4%E0%AE%BF%E0%AE%AF-%E0%AE%B5%E0%AE%B0%E0%AF%88%E0%AE%AA%E0%AE%9F%E0%AE%AE%E0%AF%8D-%E0%AE%AE%E0%AE%BE%E0%AE%A4%E0%AE%BF%E0%AE%B0%E0%AE%BF-%E0%AE%B5%E0%AE%9F%E0%AE%BF%E0%AE%B5%E0%AE%AE%E0%AF%88%E0%AE%A4%E0%AF%8D%E0%AE%A4%E0%AF%81-%E0%AE%AE%E0%AE%BE%E0%AE%A3%E0%AE%B5-%E0%AE%AE%E0%AE%BE%E0%AE%A3%E0%AE%B5%E0%AE%BF%E0%AE%95%E0%AE%B3%E0%AF%8D-%E0%AE%85%E0%AE%9A%E0%AE%A4%E0%AF%8D%E0%AE%A4%E0%AE%B2%E0%AF%8D

Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Civil Defense has mandated third-party cooperative insurance for high-risk businesses and establishments. This requirement applies to both issuing new licenses and renewing existing ones. The first phase targets eight sectors, including chemical storage, medical waste facilities, and paint factories. The move aims to mitigate financial liabilities from accidents and ensure a safer business environment by protecting the rights of individuals and stakeholders. https://www.reporterlive.com/gulf/saudi-arabia/2026/08/18/new-business-safety-rule-third-party-insurance-high-risk-establishments

Salangpur Dham has commenced the grand Shravan Mahotsav 2026, running from August 13 to September 11. During this period, Lord Kashtabhanjan Dev is adorned in special Shiva-themed decorations every Monday. The festival features daily Maruti Yagna, specialized Shiva worship at Nilkanth Mahadev Temple, and musical Sundarkand recitations on Tuesdays. Highlights include diverse Annakuts on Saturdays and Rajopchar Puja on Sundays. Additionally, the temple will celebrate Janmashtami on September 4 with cultural events and traditional festivities, inviting devotees to participate in these spiritual activities. https://www.gujaratijagran.com/gujarat/botad/salangpur-kashtabhanjan-dev-temple-shravan-mahotsav-2026-event-details-1970323

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