🌊 300+ stranded at Kendrapada school amid floods

Over 300 students and teachers are stuck in a flooded residential school in Kulasahi village, Kendrapada district. The 15-year-old Kulasahi Ashram School in Penthapala gram panchayat is submerged with 10-ft-deep water on the ground floor. This situation began last Saturday when Brahmani river floodwaters surged nearby. Officials confirmed students are safe on the first floor, but rescue is hard due to strong currents. The district administration has ordered relief supplies to be sent to the stranded group.

🛡️ Keltron gets self-cert for three defense products

The state-run Keltron has secured self-certification rights from the Ministry of Defence for three specific products. These include an electromagnetic log, an echosounder, and an underwater telephone system used in maritime defense. The Directorate General of Quality Assurance awarded this status after thorough inspection of quality systems and control practices. Rear Admiral T. Ajit presented the certificate to Keltron MD Sreekumar Nair in the presence of Industries Minister P.K. Kunhalikutty. Keltron has already supplied two items and received an extra order for submarine echosounders for the Indian Navy.

📰 Fake Iran quote goes global from India to US

A fabricated quote attributed to Iran's IRGC commander traveled from an X account in India to global stages. The claim surfaced on August 5, stating Iran would pursue nuclear weapons as long as the US and Israel possessed them. This false narrative was amplified by Israeli media, cited by PM Benjamin Netanyahu, and picked up by US politicians and Fox News. Researchers later found no credible source for the statement, leading to retractions. This incident shows how quickly unverified social media claims gain massive credibility through repetition. 🤯

🐚 Solar-powered oyster farm is getting a glow-up 🌊

Engineers in mid-coast Maine are testing 3D-COAST, a solar-powered floating conveyor system for oyster farming. The platform, managed by The World's Your Oyster Co., is designed to yield up to 125,000 oysters annually from one 8x25-foot raft. This automated process uses a vertical loop to tumble oysters, helping shape them and naturally removing unwanted marine growth. The system aims to significantly reduce the heavy physical labor currently required in traditional farming methods. Field testing of the prototype will continue through the 2026 growing season, with final data expected in early 2027.

🚨 CM denies BJP link in volunteer's assault and death

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari denied any BJP connection to the alleged assault on a CJP volunteer in Bankura district. The incident occurred on August 13 when volunteer Shaik Abdul Hafeez and his family were attacked after a school visit. Janab Mafik, the father, passed away on August 15, 2026, due to severe head injuries sustained during the event. Adhikari stated that the five named individuals in the FIR are criminals and will face strict legal action. Moving forward, the state government assures that strict action will be taken against those found guilty of wrongdoing. 😥

😠 CPI(M) protests Vizag airport closure

The CPI(M) is staging a 'Black Day' protest against the planned closure of the Visakhapatnam airport. Senior leader Ch. Narsinga Rao led the protest at Maddilapalem on Sunday, claiming the closure benefits the GMR group. The party demanded the existing airport remain a domestic hub and that Bhogapuram operate as an international airport. They also called for a Joint Parliamentary Committee inquiry into the reported ₹5,000 crore expenditure at Bhogapuram. Furthermore, the leaders demanded local employment opportunities at the new airport.

🚇 Metro chaos after official's alleged photo incident

Chaos erupted in the Delhi Metro system following allegations against a paramilitary official. The incident reportedly occurred within the Delhi Metro premises involving a woman. While specific dates and exact numbers are not provided in the report, the situation quickly escalated. This alleged act has triggered significant public outcry and official attention. Authorities are now investigating the matter to determine the facts. 🚇

😠 Metro chaos: Paramilitary officer accused of taking secret pics

A paramilitary officer was accused of secretly taking photos of a woman inside a Delhi Metro coach. The incident occurred at the AIIMS Metro Station on the Yellow Line late Saturday night. Viral videos showed passengers confronting the CISF personnel, who initially denied the act. When confronted and demanded to show his gallery, the officer admitted to taking the pictures. The accused personnel was suspended, and an official investigation has been launched into the matter. 😠

📈 Telangana BJP targets grad voters for big push

The Telangana BJP is heavily relying on its support among upper caste and urban graduates in the Mahabubnagar-Rangareddy-Hyderabad Graduates’ constituency. Party leaders believe maximizing graduate voter enrolment is key to boosting their chances in this area. Nearly six lakh eligible voters are expected to influence the outcome, as enrolment is a fresh process for these polls. The BJP plans an extensive awareness and enrolment campaign once the Election Commission releases the official notification. Senior leaders also dismissed concerns that recent student protests might affect their performance. 📈

🚧 Trump linked to road work delays in Maharashtra

A Maharashtra BJP leader stated that Donald Trump is behind the delays in ongoing road construction projects. This claim was made by the BJP leader in the state of Maharashtra. The specific dates or project numbers were not provided in the statement. The leader suggested that external influences, possibly related to Trump, are slowing down development efforts. Further updates on the road work progress are awaited from local authorities.

🚆 North Kerala rail passengers face major service crunch

A protest was held at Kozhikode railway station by the Malabar Train Passengers Welfare Association over railway authorities' apathy. Passengers from North Kerala are suffering from long train intervals and overcrowding, especially on the Kozhikode-Kannur-Mangaluru route. This issue was highlighted on August 16, 2026, with demands for more services ahead of Onam. MPs like M.K. Raghavan and Shafi Parambil have raised these regional imbalance concerns with the Union Railway Minister. Railway sources suggest some pending demands might be considered soon, factoring in security aspects. 🚆