⚖️ Assad and brother sentenced to death in Syria

A Syrian court sentenced former President Bashar Assad and his brother to death in absentia. The court also sentenced Atef Najib for leading the crackdown in Daraa province. This ruling was handed down on Tuesday for crimes against humanity and war crimes during the 14-year conflict. The conflict resulted in approximately half a million fatalities across Syria. Assad and his brother fled to Russia after insurgents took Damascus in December 2014.

💨 Lung cancer isn't just for smokers anymore

Lung cancer risk is expanding beyond smokers due to various factors, according to Indian studies. In hospital cohorts, around 40 to 50 percent of lung cancer patients are non-smokers in India. This shift is linked to air pollution, indoor exposures, and genetics, which are major contributors. Non-smokers often have adenocarcinoma with different molecular alterations, impacting treatment. Awareness of symptoms and early diagnosis is crucial since many non-smokers don't consider themselves at risk.

🩺 Endo women face higher risk for type 2 diabetes

A major study found that women with endometriosis have a 46% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This retrospective cohort study analyzed 25 years of medical records from nearly 3 million women in the Utah Population Database. The research, published in Diabetologia, included approximately 100,000 women diagnosed with endometriosis. The findings suggest that chronic systemic inflammation from endometriosis impacts long-term metabolic health. This could lead to earlier cardiometabolic screening for women diagnosed with this condition. 🩺

🚨 19-Year-Old Gang-Raped Near Mumbai

A 19-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by six men on a deserted road in Talasari taluka, Palghar district. The incident occurred after her boyfriend was beaten up following an accident on Sunday, August 9. Police have arrested three of the accused so far, and a search is ongoing for the other three individuals. The traumatized woman reported the assault to the Talasari police station on Monday, and her boyfriend also filed a statement. Special teams are currently working to track down the remaining accused parties involved in the case. 🚨

🚨 Teen girl allegedly assaulted near Mumbai

A 19-year-old woman was reportedly abducted and gang-raped by six men near a bungalow in Talasari. Police have since arrested three suspects related to the alleged incident. The incident is reported to have occurred near a secluded bungalow in Talasari. Authorities are currently focusing efforts to locate the remaining accused individuals. This is a developing story with ongoing police investigations.

🏛️ Gandhi slams Modi after SC clears Manmohan Singh

Sonia Gandhi called the attacks on former PM Manmohan Singh a 'witch hunt' following the Supreme Court's acquittal in the coal allocation case. She stated that Singh's integrity contrasted sharply with the Narendra Modi-led government's operations. The ruling, on July 29, 2026, vindicated Singh and criticized the trial court's adverse observations. Gandhi criticized PM Modi for applying double standards regarding corruption allegations. Ultimately, she praised Singh's legacy, citing his economic growth and key legislation. 🏛️

✈️ AFCAT 2 2026 answer key is live, check your answers

The Indian Air Force has officially released the AFCAT 2 Answer Key for those who took the AFCAT 02/2026 exam. Candidates can check the provisional answer key and response sheet via the official AFCAT website. The examination took place on August 8, 2026, allowing aspirants a rough estimate of their scores. Objection filing is open starting August 11, 2026, if any errors are found. The IAF will finalize the answer key after reviewing all submitted objections.

⚖️ New Maharashtra anti-conversion law in action

A 22-year-old man in Pune has been charged following the first application of Maharashtra's new anti-conversion law. The law targets conversions that are deemed illegal under state regulations. The incident occurred recently, marking the initial use of this strict legislation. This law aims to curb religious conversions deemed to be under undue influence. Authorities will now proceed with the legal process against the accused. ⚖️

😟 Ebola Deaths Cross 2,000 in DRC Outbreak

The Democratic Republic of Congo reported that confirmed Ebola deaths have surpassed 2,011 in the current outbreak. This grim situation is unfolding across five provinces in the DRC. As of August 11, 2026, there are 4,381 confirmed cases recorded. Delayed detection and conflict are fueling the rapid spread of the Bundibugyo strain. The WHO has declared this outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. 😟

🧐 Kharge says Jharkhand issue is separate from Delhi protest

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge refused to comment on the Jharkhand student protests on Tuesday. He stated that there are 100 separate issues, insisting they should be discussed individually. This came as NDA and INDIA bloc MPs clashed in Parliament over police action in Jharkhand. The student agitation in Jharkhand entered its 18th day, demanding examination transparency since July 25. Kharge reiterated Congress's demand for government answers regarding the Delhi lathi-charge. 🧐

💼 Accenture changes leave rules amid sales push

Accenture is temporarily relaxing its vacation policy to keep staff available through August. This move is happening because the company is facing pressure to boost sales in the final weeks of its fiscal year. Employees can now carry unused vacation days into the new financial year starting September 1. CEO Julie Sweet urged staff to focus on clients and generating new business opportunities. This strategy follows a weaker quarter where new bookings declined by 2% year-on-year. 📈