🌾 AP fertilizer stock covers needs till October 2026

Andhra Pradesh has secured enough fertilizer stock to meet projected demands until October 2026. Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu stated this while addressing members in the Legislative Assembly on Thursday. The state currently holds 9.26 lakh tonnes of fertilizer, including 3.69 lakh tonnes of urea and 89,000 tonnes of DAP. This supply is being managed via the APAIMS 2.0 app system, which reduces diversion and queues. Additionally, ₹14,664 crore has been disbursed to farmers under the Annadatha Sukhibhava-PM Kisan scheme since May 2024.

🎓 K-Drama Actor Graduates After 15 Long Years

Popular K-Drama actor Jang Dong Yoon finally graduated from Hanyang University on August 20, KST. He enrolled in the Department of Economics and Finance back in 2011 in Seoul. The 2025 academic year's degree conferral ceremony took place at the university's Seoul campus. His long delay was due to his busy career, despite a major break in 2015. He is reportedly in talks for a new TVING drama role. 🎓

😠 BJP slams Congress over drought debate stall

The Opposition BJP is protesting in the Legislative Assembly, demanding Minister B. Nagendra's resignation. They accuse the Congress government of avoiding crucial state issues like the drought and KPSC irregularities. This dispute escalated on Wednesday in Bengaluru after the government refused debate until Nagendra steps down. BJP claims the government is prioritizing one minister over serious concerns affecting the state. The protest will continue until Minister Nagendra resigns, as he is implicated in an ₹187 crore embezzlement case. 😠

👍 Amit Shah praises South's development progress

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the development journey of the southern states during the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting. This meeting was held in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, where leaders discussed security and development priorities. Shah highlighted three pillars of progress: high literacy, trained manpower, and technical expertise in deep seas. He urged the rest of India to learn from the South in innovation and revenue generation. Representatives from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Telangana attended the proceedings.

📈 Alibaba Revenue Jumps Amidst China's AI Surge

Alibaba reported a 9% climb in revenue, signaling strong performance. The tech giant is based in China and continues to push its digital empire forward. This growth was recorded in the latest fiscal reporting period. The surge reflects the massive adoption and boom in Artificial Intelligence across the Chinese market. Analysts expect this upward trend to continue as AI integration deepens across various sectors.

🔬 New tests could change how we check eczema

Noninvasive tests successfully predicted atopic dermatitis severity and found hidden inflammation in clear skin areas. An observational study involving 80 participants aged 11–60 years was conducted by researchers. The study collected 32 biomarkers, and a multivariable model achieved a correlation coefficient of 0.95 for global severity. This suggests these objective measures could complement subjective clinical scoring methods. Further validation is needed before these promising biomarkers are adopted routinely. 🔬

🚨 Tejashwi Yadav vows no 'police state' in Bihar

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticized the ruling NDA government over declining law and order in Bihar. He stated that he would not allow the state to turn into a 'police State' during a foot march in Patna. The Leader of the Opposition met the family of Roshan Yadav, who allegedly died in Madhubani Jail on August 10, 2026. Yadav questioned the official claim, alleging police brutality and possible murder. He affirmed his commitment to protest the government's incompetence against rising crimes.

⚖️ J&K High Court Bench Coming to Ladakh

The Union Cabinet has officially decided to establish a High Court bench from Jammu and Kashmir within Ladakh. This move aims to greatly improve access to justice for people residing in Ladakh's remote locations. The decision was announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday, August 20, 2026. This development is expected to cut down the time needed for citizens to access their legal entitlements. The government has affirmed its full commitment to Ladakh's overall development and constitutional protection.

🏥 Pawan Kalyan heading to Kerala for recovery

Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has been facing some medical issues recently, following a nasal and then a shoulder surgery. He is reportedly leaving for Kerala tomorrow to undergo necessary rehabilitation and generic treatment. Kalyan is expected to be away from public view for the next 20 days for this recovery period. This follow-up care is standard after major surgeries like the one he recently had. The physical strain from the earlier election campaign contributed to his need for this treatment.

🥭 Ravi Kishan lost 15 Kgs on fruit-only diet

Actor Ravi Kishan has reportedly dropped about 15 kilos by completely cutting out grains for the last two months. He shared this transformation while speaking on the Suno India podcast, noting he is currently living off fruit. This drastic fruitarian diet is an extreme vegan offshoot, where only raw fruit forms the majority of intake. While fruit offers fibre and vitamins, this method lacks essential protein and fats for long-term health. Nutritionists advise against such restrictive eating without strict medical supervision. 🍎

🇺🇦 Sacked minister pushes for wartime elections

Ukraine's former defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, has publicly called for presidential elections during the ongoing war. This proposal was made in Kyiv, Ukraine, following his dismissal in July from the government. Fedorov argues that the current political model, formed in 2019, is emotionally exhausted after years of conflict. He also claims loyalty to Zelenskyy and turned down a deal with Palantir Technologies. Experts warn that holding elections amid constant missile attacks is practically impossible without a stable truce. 🕊️