🏗️ ₹1,437 crore infra boost for Amaravati villages

The APCRDA has greenlit infrastructure projects worth ₹1,437 crore across 29 villages in the Amaravati capital region. This approval came during the 65th APCRDA meeting chaired by CM N. Chandrababu Naidu at the Secretariat on Thursday. Of the total, ₹904 crore was already sanctioned, with an extra ₹533 crore cleared, covering roads and water. The authority will also upgrade drinking water supply, currently at 40 litres per day, to meet the required 135 litres. Furthermore, a draft master plan for a district cooling system will be prepared for the area.

📱 Vivo Y31t 5G drops in India with Snapdragon chip

Vivo has launched the Y31t 5G as a new lower mid-ranger smartphone in India. It features a Snapdragon processor and a 7200mAh battery, available in three colors. Pricing starts at Rs 25,999 for the 4 GB + 128 GB variant, with offers valid until August 31. The phone boasts a 6.75-inch 120Hz LCD display and dual rear cameras. Buyers can purchase it from partner stores, the vivo India e-store, and Flipkart. 📱

🚨 76% see illegal immigration as big threat

The latest Mood of the Nation survey revealed that 76% of respondents consider illegal immigration a serious national security threat. Furthermore, 60.2% supported the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to remove bogus voters. This survey utilized data from 25,184 people surveyed between July 1 and August 25, 2026. The findings highlight a division between supporting the roll cleaning objective and concerns over its implementation bias. Public confidence in the fairness of elections has also seen a noticeable dip recently.

🩺 AI scans mammograms for heart disease detection

An AI model was successfully trained to spot hypertension, ischaemic heart disease, and stroke from mammograms in a study. This research was conducted by Dr. Viana Copeland using data from 29,921 women in Israel. The study involved 97,364 mammography examinations with a median age of 54 years. This could allow routine mammograms to screen for CVD early, addressing current underdiagnosis issues. Researchers are now focusing on boosting the model's accuracy for future clinical use. 🩺

🧐 Nestle seeks India input on food label rules

Nestle is asking the Indian government for consultation regarding new food-labelling regulations. This move comes amid ongoing public debate about mandatory packaging warnings on food products. The company is engaging with stakeholders to shape the final guidelines. These discussions are crucial as India finalizes its food safety and consumer information standards. Further details on the consultation process are expected in the coming weeks.

🧐 Mines Officer Booked Over Disproportionate Assets

The ACB registered a disproportionate assets case against Bojja Jaya Raju, an Assistant Director in the Mines and Geology Department. The investigation took place in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district and Warangal on Thursday. Searches across eight locations revealed assets worth approximately ₹3.06 crore. This case stems from allegations that Raju acquired wealth beyond his known income via corrupt means. Further investigation is ongoing to verify transactions and identify any more assets. 🧐

🇵🇭 Philippines loves Alex Eala after big win

Alex Eala, a homegrown talent, is receiving massive support in the Philippines. She achieved this recognition while competing in a major tournament in the country. Specific details about the victory include dates and scores, which are not provided here. This success highlights the growing recognition of local athletes on the international stage. Her continued performance is expected to set new benchmarks for Philippine sports.

🤖 AI for Broken Governments? Economist Weighs In

The Economist explores the complex question of whether artificial intelligence can improve the functionality of struggling governments. The analysis focuses on potential applications across various administrative sectors worldwide. Key metrics examined include efficiency gains and public service delivery improvements over the past few years. The piece delves into the ethical challenges and implementation hurdles associated with such a massive technological shift. Future discussions will likely center on regulatory frameworks needed for AI governance.

🚨 ED freezes ₹33 crore assets of Vatika promoters

The Enforcement Directorate has seized and frozen ₹33 crore in assets belonging to Vatika Ltd promoters in a money laundering probe. This action was taken during searches at seven premises in Delhi-NCR against the company's directors. Between 2010 and 2012, about ₹260.30 crore was collected, but only ₹120 crore worth of plots were delivered. The ED alleged that remaining plots were not delivered even after 14 years, despite repeated requests. The case is registered under PMLA following multiple FIRs by the Delhi Police EOW.

🧵 Weavers must get 'Nethanna Sevalo' benefits

The Minister of Health and Family Welfare urged officials to ensure all eligible handloom weavers receive benefits under the 'Nethanna Sevalo' scheme. This directive was given by Satya Kumar Yadav during a review meeting at the NDA Office in Dharmavaram, Sri Sathya Sai district. In the first phase, 71,536 weavers received ₹25,000 each, with 36,617 other applications pending verification. Officials were instructed to finish this door-to-door verification by the end of August 🗓️. The remaining eligible beneficiaries will then receive ₹25,000 in the second phase.

📚 Incomplete diary of Srinivasamurthy released

The book, Khaliye Ulida Dinachariya Halegalu, a collection of writings by K. Srinivasamurthy, was released in Sringeri on Wednesday. The event gathered friends, well-wishers, and family of the farmer-writer in Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru district. Srinivasamurthy, who passed away from cancer in August 2025, authored the work despite early life hardships. The release was handled by a neighbour, Fathima, rather than a literary figure. This publication by Aharnishi Prakashana honors his life and advocacy work.