🦈 Ancient Shark Graveyard Found in Egypt Desert

Fossilized teeth from at least seven shark species were discovered in Abu-Tartur, Egypt's Western Desert. Researchers from Cairo University found 14 previously unrecorded teeth in the Duwi Formation phosphate layers. These findings, combined with earlier data, show seven species lived there during the Cretaceous period. Back then, this area was covered by a warm, shallow sea environment. These teeth provide key clues about the ancient sharks' diverse feeding strategies. 🦈

🧐 Alcohol taste might be fake, FSSAI cracks down

Indian regulators are intensifying checks on alcoholic beverage makers concerning flavor additives and age claims. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is focusing on flavorings used to mimic natural spirit profiles in various drinks. Notices have been issued to manufacturers regarding violations of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. This scrutiny is vital as India is set to be the world’s second-largest alcohol market by 2032. The regulator aims to ensure labels accurately reflect the product's actual quality and production methods.

🚑 Man books 108 ambulance with fake murder call in Bengaluru

An unidentified man made a false murder report to the 108 ambulance service, causing an emergency response. The incident occurred in B-Sector, Amruthanagar, Byatarayanapura, Bengaluru, on August 19 at around 10.22 p.m. Lakshmi Devi, a staff nurse, filed the complaint on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The fake call led the ambulance and police to the location where no murder was found. The man allegedly abused the staff, and police are now tracing him under BNS, 2023 sections. 🚨

🌡️ Global oceans hit hottest day on record

The daily global average sea surface temperature reached its highest level on record on August 22, 2026. This reading was recorded in the extra-polar ocean region, covering waters between 60°N and 60°S. The temperature averaged 21.104°C, surpassing the previous record set on March 1, 2024, at 21.09°C. This unusual August peak is being intensified by a developing El Niño atop decades of human-driven climate change. Increased ocean temperatures raise serious risks for both marine ecosystems and coastal communities going forward. 🌡️

🌾 India drops wheat export restrictions after four years

The Indian government has lifted all conditions on wheat exports, moving the commodity to a free trade status immediately. This policy shift impacts all wheat products, including atta, maida, and semolina, across the country. After years of restrictions, which started in May 2022, the government eased limits starting this year. The decision follows record wheat production estimates for 2025-26, projected at 120.657 million tonnes. This move aims to help farmers and utilize surplus stock, depending on global prices. 🌾

📚 SFI District Conference Hitting Haveri Today

The Students Federation of India is hosting its district conference in Haveri on Tuesday. The event will be held at the Sabha Bhavan of the State Government Employees Association. The conference focuses on universal and quality education, democracy protection, and district development. Basavaraj V. Korimath of KSBC will inaugurate the gathering, which includes SFI State President Shivappa Ablikal. SFI District President Basavaraj S. will preside over the entire function.

🚂 Kerala CM asks PM to pause railway division transfer

Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan has requested PM Narendra Modi to halt the transfer of Mangaluru from the Palakkad railway division. This decision, made on August 21, was reportedly taken without consulting the Kerala government. The proposed move, effective October 1, affects major hubs like Mangaluru Central and the Panambur port facilities. This area generates over 90% of the Palakkad division’s freight revenue, estimated at ₹650 crore. Satheesan asked the Railways to reconsider, ensuring infrastructure needs of northern Kerala are met. 🚆

🏏 Jurel's century locks down India's dominance 🇮🇳

India took total control of the match after Dhruv Jurel scored an unbeaten 115 in Colombo. The Indian team declared their innings at 503 for 9, having already taken two Sri Lankan wickets. This happened during a rain-truncated second day's play on a date not specified. Jurel's innings, alongside Rishabh Pant's, helped put Sri Lanka under immense pressure. India now has a strong advantage heading into the next phase of the game.

🚔 Tax Officers Busted Taking ₹50K Bribe in Nirmal

The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a state tax officer and a senior assistant in Nirmal district. The accused were Koppela Gadavari and Manthri Sai Krishna, operating in the Nirmal Circle office. Initially demanding ₹1 lakh, the bribe was reduced to ₹50,000 from a businessman. This was for issuing a favorable GST audit report to lower tax liability. The officers are now facing court proceedings as the case remains under investigation. 💰

🏛️ BRS asks CM to rethink polytechnic college merger

BRS leader B. Vinod Kumar has urged Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to reconsider the government's decision. This decision, detailed in GO 97, aims to bring polytechnic colleges under the Skill University. Students have been protesting for the last 10 days against this GO 97, which was issued on August 16th. The opposition stems from the university's lack of AICTE recognition and its private-public partnership model. Kumar suggested creating separate engineering colleges for polytechnic students via an entrance test, ECET.

✨ Chittoor Sugar Factory's Kalyana Mandapam is back

The renovated Kalyana Mandapam at Chittoor Cooperative Sugar Factory in Doddipalle was officially reopened on Monday. Dignitaries including MP D. Prasada Rao and Joint Collector Adarsh Rajendran attended the inauguration ceremony. Basic renovation works, costing around ₹20 lakh, were completed using institutional funds. This upgraded venue offers residents facilities like a dining hall and a spacious function hall. Officials hope increased usage will boost factory revenue and support its employees. 🥳