🧠 AI finds drugs to slow childhood dementia

Researchers utilized artificial intelligence to pinpoint existing medicines that could slow brain damage in children with Sanfilippo syndrome. The Australian team studied patient-derived brain cells grown in the lab for this new study in Nature Communications. They screened 63 existing drugs and identified nine that significantly improved cell function within two weeks. This research offers hope because these approved drugs can move to trials faster than new therapies. The findings suggest combinations of treatments could manage symptoms and protect against irreversible neuronal loss. 🧠

🤝 Poland backs India on anti-terror fight

Poland has officially supported India's right to pursue terrorists globally, citing its own experience as a victim of terrorism. Polish envoy Piotr Antoni Switalski stated this support during an event held in New Delhi on August 21, 2026. The countries also discussed deepening defence and economic cooperation, with Poland seeing India as an attractive partner. Historically, there are deep ties, including sheltering Polish children during World War II near Kolhapur. Both nations aim to build a stable global governance axis through this strong partnership.

⚖️ SC slams UP Gangsters Act as 'stillborn' law ⚖️

The Supreme Court declared the 1986 Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act to be 'stillborn.' Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K. Vinod Chandran observed that the law is prone to misuse against unsuspecting citizens. The court noted that punishing someone just for being labelled a 'gangster' without a defined offense makes the penal act invalid. This law, meant to curb organized crime, could lead to arbitrary detentions without trial. The judgment was passed while quashing a criminal case against two advocates on August 21, 2026. 🚫

🇮🇳 Mayawati says Vande Mataram debate is pointless

Mayawati, the National President of the BSP, called the ongoing controversy about 'Vande Mataram' a needless debate. She stated this on Friday, August 21, 2026, while addressing political parties in India. She criticized the constant changes in laws by different parties for political gain or to divert public attention. Mayawati insisted that governments and parties should focus on national issues like youth employment and flood relief. This perspective is presented as the most urgent demand for the country's benefit. 🇮🇳

🎤 Baby Shark Boy debuts as K-pop artist

Park Geonroung, formerly the star of "Baby Shark Dance," has made his K-pop comeback after a decade hiatus. He is from South Korea and released his first digital single, "WAVE," on Thursday. The original 2016 video, starring him at age 7, has over 17.2 billion views, and the song features Joohoney of Monsta X. Park expressed gratitude for the global connection and aims to explore new sides of himself through this music. Pinkfong is also releasing a documentary, "WAVE: Becoming Baby Shark Boy," about his journey. 🎤

😠 FIR filed over student's pellet injuries

Delhi Police registered an FIR concerning pellet injuries sustained by a 19-year-old student during a July 20 protest. This action took place in New Delhi, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accompanying Sahil Lochab. The case involves Section 118 and 25 of the BNS, following Lochab's injuries to his eyes and abdomen. Gandhi termed this FIR as the initial step toward achieving justice for the victim. The Congress leader vows to ensure action against all guilty parties in this matter. 😠

⚽ Spurs seal massive deal for Savinho from Man City

Tottenham Hotspur has secured a deal to sign Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City this summer. The move involves a base fee of £75 million plus £10 million in performance incentives. Negotiations for Savinho follow earlier interest last summer when City declined to sell. Savinho, 22, has played 53 matches for City since joining permanently in 2024. This transfer will set a new sales record for Manchester City. 💸

🌃 Delhi aims to be a 24x7 party hub by 2047

The Master Plan of Delhi 2047 envisions transforming the capital into a continuous 24×7 economy across various zones. This long-term plan identifies key areas like Connaught Place and Hauz Khas for extended nightlife activity. Specific nodes include Chandni Chowk and India Gate lawns, with the vision set for 2047. The changes involve extended operating hours and better public transport connectivity for late-night movement. Success hinges on effective execution regarding safety, policing, and civic coordination.

🚂 Indian Railways pushing for 35 hydrogen trains

Indian Railways is looking into cheaper green hydrogen options to boost its expansion plans for hydrogen trains. The railways are considering measures like offering offtake assurances to lower procurement costs for green hydrogen suppliers. By early August, the hydrogen trains had covered over 2,500 km of commercial operations after starting in mid-July. Initially, the target is to deploy 35 such trains on heritage routes where electrification is not feasible. The government is pushing for 5 MMT of domestic green hydrogen production capacity by 2030. 🚂

🚌 Imphal-Guwahati bus service back after 3+ years

The Imphal-Guwahati bus service via Nagaland's Dimapur resumed on Friday, August 21, 2026. This crucial service operated on National Highway-2, which was vital for connecting Manipur to the outside world. On that day, 125 passengers traveled from Imphal to Guwahati using two buses and five wingers. This restoration marks a step towards normalizing life following the ethnic conflict starting on May 3, 2023. Officials noted this move aligns with the August 8 announcement to reopen national highways for all communities.

🧐 Grace marks unlikely for CBSE OSM glitch students

The Union government told the Supreme Court that it cannot grant grace marks to Class 12 students affected by CBSE OSM glitches. This issue involves over 17 lakh students who took the May 2026 exams, with 1.68 lakh applying for mark changes. The Centre argued that petitioners missed the one-week re-evaluation window. Petitioners contended that faulty OSM led to a pass percentage drop to 85.2% in the last seven years. The court has asked the government to detail remedial actions taken for the irregularities. 🧐