✊ APJAC Amaravati starts phased agitation on Aug 31

APJAC Amaravati has announced a phased agitation starting August 31 to push the state government on 29 pending employee issues. The decision was made during a state-level conference in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. The demands include a new Pay Revision Commission and release of pending Dearness Allowance, with the agitation scheduled in three phases. Phase one begins August 31 with meetings with District Collectors and notice submissions. If demands aren't met, the organization is ready to escalate its struggle further.

💪 Amaravati Championship players take drug-free pledge

Players from the Amaravati Championship 2026 took a pledge against drug use during an awareness rally in Tirupati on Friday. The event, called ‘Drugs Vaddhu Bro’, was led by several dignitaries including SAAP chairman A. Ravi Naidu and District Collector S. Venkateswar. The four-day championship saw nearly 15,000 participants across 12 sporting events in U-17 and U-23 categories. Leaders stressed that sports participation builds discipline, keeping youth away from drug menace. A major event honoring 'National Sports Day' is planned for Saturday, August 29, with Ch. Ayyanna Patrudu as chief guest.

💉 Amit Shah champions diabetes care for kids

Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated Raksha Bandhan with Type-1 diabetes-affected girls in Ahmedabad. The event took place in his Gandhinagar parliamentary constituency, where the government initiative was highlighted. The scheme ensures free lifelong insulin for children aged 0 to 18 years with Type-1 juvenile diabetes. This addresses the significant financial burden these treatments place on families. An integrated system for diabetes care has been established to support these young patients.

🐘 Elephant selection for golden howdah announced

Forest Department officials will select a suitable elephant to carry the golden howdah during the Mysuru Vijayadashami procession. Forest Minister Ramalinga Reddy stated that the department will recommend the best elephant after training is completed. Abhimanyu, who carried the howdah for six years, has retired from Dasara duties after turning 60. Separately, the department will probe Wildlife Act violations following the Hanur incident. The CID is also investigating damage to camps and vehicles related to the recent encounter.

💡 New transistor boosts high voltage in tiny chips

Researchers have developed a new transistor capable of handling high voltages at the microchip scale. This breakthrough was achieved by scientists at Tech Xplore in their recent lab experiments. The new design successfully operates at voltages exceeding 100V while maintaining nanoscale dimensions. This innovation is crucial for advancing power electronics and making microchips more efficient. Further testing is planned to see how this technology can be scaled up for commercial use. 💡

⏱️ Diamond clock beats temperature drift with dual signals

Researchers have developed a diamond clock that successfully mitigates temperature-driven drift by integrating two distinct signals. This advancement was achieved by scientists working on the project. The clock exhibited remarkable stability, maintaining precision across various thermal conditions and timeframes. This technology is a significant step toward creating ultra-precise timekeeping devices. Future work will focus on scaling this stable diamond clock for broader applications. ⏱️

😟 Karnataka Minister Nagendra Resigns Over Alleged Irregularities

Karnataka Minister B Nagendra resigned from the Cabinet amidst pressure from the Opposition BJP regarding financial irregularities. The issues surfaced in May 2024 after a corporation accounts superintendent died by suicide, alleging unauthorized fund transfers. Nagendra stepped down in June 2024, citing a desire for a fair investigation into the matter. He was later re-inducted into the Cabinet on August 3, following a change in Chief Minister. On Friday, Nagendra accused the BJP of pressuring him, claiming he was attacked due to being Dalit. 😟

🦖 NJ quarry holds secrets of dinosaur demise 🦖

A massive fossil quarry in Southern New Jersey is revealing clues about the end of the dinosaurs. Paleontologist Ken Lacovara, working at the Edelman Fossil Park and Museum, discovered that the site holds secrets from 66 million years ago. Initially overlooked, the site was preserved when the original mine failed in 2007. After partnering with Mantua Township in 2011, the site raised millions and is now opening to the public. Visitors can walk through layers of sediment, including the thin extinction layer, finding over 100,000 fossils.

🛶 Niranam Punyaalan wins major boat race

Niranam Punyaalan secured first place in the 86th Kannetti Sree Narayana Trophy Boat Race. This prestigious event took place on the Kanneti lake in Kollam on Friday. His boat, Souhridham 87, won the Chundan Vallam category with a cash prize of ₹1.5 lakh. The race saw Naduvilaparamban take second and St. Pius Tenth finish third in the intense competition. The aquatic festival also featured other winners in categories like Thekkanodi and Veppu A-Grade. 🛶

💸 Save big on Galaxy S26 series in the US

Samsung has dropped prices on the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra in the USA for a limited time. Customers can save $100 on the base S26, while the S26+ and S26 Ultra get a $200 discount without trading in their old device. These instant savings apply automatically across all storage options. Furthermore, using a Samsung Galaxy Card earns 5% cash rewards plus $200 bonus cash. The S26 Ultra also allows spending $150 Samsung Credit on accessories like the Galaxy Watch 9.

🤫 Sukesh's alleged letter to Nora Fatehi surfaces

An alleged handwritten letter from jailed conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar to Nora Fatehi has appeared on social media. This surfaced days after Nora discussed the emotional stress of her link to Sukesh in the Rs 200 crore money laundering case. The letter claims he gave her crores for a house in Casablanca, Morocco, and mentioned luxury items like Birkin bags. Sukesh further alleged Nora was jealous of his relationship with Jacqueline Fernandez and begged him to leave her. He ended the note with a warning not to provoke him and hinted at more 'proof'.