🚲 AAP slams Delhi govt's bike purchase quality 🤔

The Aam Aadmi Party questioned the Delhi government's purchase of bicycles for schoolgirls. This issue surfaced in Delhi, India, where AAP compared a ₹4,200 retail bike against the government's ₹6,957 purchase. The government bought 1.30 lakh bikes on August 12, 2026, despite quality concerns raised by AAP. AAP highlighted component differences, like local vs. Metro tyres, and questioned a fake 'Skyler' sticker. They plan to ask CM Rekha Gupta and Education Minister Ashish Sood to examine both models.

😔 Youth job prospects look grim according to ILO

The recovery in youth labour markets after COVID-19 has stalled, as per the ILO's 'Global Employment Trends for Youth 2026' report. This report was released in Geneva on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, by the International Labour Organization. The global unemployment rate for ages 15-24 hit 12.4% in 2025, affecting 67 million young people worldwide. The NEET rate also rose to 20% in 2025, showing nine million more young people are out of education, employment, or training. Renewed action, including human-centred AI governance and better education, is recommended to support young people's transition into work. 😔

🏠 DDA drops 1224 flats with 25% discount

The Delhi Development Authority has released 1,224 ready-to-move flats under the Karmajeevi Awaas Yojana 2026. These units are located in Pocket 11, Sector A1 to A4, Narela, North-West Delhi. The scheme offers a 25% discount and runs from registration on July 24, 2026, until booking starts on August 15, 2026. It targets government/PSU personnel and qualified professionals, with 1-BHK, 2-BHK, and 3-BHK options available. The entire scheme will close on October 30, 2026, or sooner if all flats are taken.

🚆 Elevated railway proposed to fix Belagavi traffic

Rajya Sabha member M. Nagaraja highlighted the serious traffic congestion in Belagavi city during the Monsoon Session. He suggested building about a 9-km elevated railway track on viaducts through the city center. This plan aims to clear up disruptions from level crossings and existing ROBs, which was noted on Monday. The system could boost safety and ease movement for ambulances and heavy vehicles, supporting future urban growth. Nagaraja urged Railway Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and V. Somanna to approve this key proposal immediately. 🚆

🛰️ 16 sunrises, but astronauts stick to one schedule

Astronauts on the ISS witness about 16 sunrises daily as the station orbits Earth roughly every 90 minutes. They follow a strict 24-hour schedule, using Greenwich Mean Time, despite the constantly changing light outside. A 1998 study showed these astronauts maintained alignment with Earth-like schedules, averaging about 6.1 hours of sleep. However, a 2014 study found ISS astronauts slept an average of 6.09 hours, less than on Earth. NASA uses adjustable internal lighting to help keep the crew's biological clocks synced up. 🛰️

💔 Man found dead after fiancée's reported suicide in Kerala

A 26-year-old man, V. Amal of Ambalathattu, was found dead in a hotel near Ernakulam North railway station. His fiancée, P. Anushree, 25, was found deceased by suicide at her residence in Hunsur, Karnataka. These incidents happened on Tuesday night, just hours apart. The couple was set to marry on December 26. Police are currently investigating these tragic events.

🩺 OWOF and KLE team up to fight anemia in Belagavi

The One World One Family (OWOF) foundation and KLE society are launching a mission to make Belagavi Anaemia-free. Madhusudan Sai, founder of OWOF, announced this during a 'Divya Sanjee' dialogue in Belagavi on Tuesday. The initiative plans to provide nutrition supplements, 'Sai Sure,' costing ₹2 a day per woman. Prabhakar Kore, KLE society honourary chairman, promised to cover the remaining costs, starting with girls aged 13. This effort aims to improve health infrastructure and build a healthy society in the region. 🩺

🚨 ISI-linked national busted in West Bengal

A Pakistani national named Rana Rauf, linked to the ISI, was arrested in West Bengal after an infiltration attempt. He had reportedly married and divorced a Nepalese woman in Kathmandu before contacting ISI operative Ijaz. Rana Rauf's mission involved monitoring Indian Army movements on the eastern front and targeting Indian Railways. He entered India six times, obtaining forged documents including an Aadhaar card and voter ID. The SIR exercise helped identify him, leading to his attempt to flee to Bangladesh.

🥋 Gillian Robertson's net worth: UFC contender breakdown

Gillian Robertson is a submission specialist with a growing financial empire in the UFC. The Canadian fighter has built her wealth through fight purses, sponsorships, and commercial deals. Reports estimate her net worth to be around $1 million in 2026, up from earlier figures. Her upcoming strawweight title shot against Mackenzie Dern at UFC 330 on August 15 could boost this further. Robertson's finishing record and brand deals are key to her earning potential. 🥋

🎬 Schoolgirls fixed village road with 40-second video

Three 15-year-old schoolgirls from Kondivade village in Maharashtra's Karjat created a short, satirical ground report about a potholed village road. The video gained millions of views after being shared from a classmate's status, not by the girls themselves. The road, which was a daily hazard during monsoon for the Class 10 students, was eventually resurfaced by the administration. This incident highlights the power of simple documentation over traditional protests for civic change. The girls are now local heroes for using a camera to bring attention to a local issue. 🎬

🧐 'Lungiwala' remark row rocks Rajya Sabha

A controversy flared in the Rajya Sabha over an alleged 'lungiwala' remark by BJP MP Sushmita Dev against CPI(M) MP John Brittas. The incident stemmed from August 10, when Brittas claimed Dev called him that while he was moving a statutory resolution. Dev denied the remarks, stating she wanted to clarify that no state attire was insulted. She confirmed filing a Breach of Privilege motion against Brittas, which is pending with the Chairman. Leader of the House JP Nadda has offered to mediate the dispute between the two MPs. 🧐