🤢 BRAT diet for stomach bug: Is it still the best fix?

The traditional BRAT diet, consisting of bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast, is often used for stomach upset recovery. However, recent nutritional research suggests this diet has limited nutritional value for complete recovery. Doctors now advise gradually reintroducing a wider variety of fiber-rich plant foods once vomiting lessens. Soluble fiber from foods like oats and carrots supports the gut microbiome and manages loose stools. Hydration with ORS and eating small, frequent meals are highlighted as key recovery steps.

🚀 Meta launches Startup School for 200 Indian brands

Meta has launched the Meta Startup School, a three-month programme to boost Indian startups' digital skills. This initiative targets 200 early-stage consumer brands across various funding stages in India. The first cohort kicks off on September 1 and includes support from partners like Fireside Ventures. The programme focuses on improving growth, marketing, and using Meta's AI-powered tools. Participating businesses will have a demo day to connect with investors and industry experts.

⚠️ Andhra woman dies trapped in elevator accident

A woman named Vinitha tragically died after being crushed between an elevator and the floor. This incident took place at Surya Towers Apartments in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. The event occurred on August 20, 2026, while she was exiting the lift with her family. Preliminary theories suggest the accident was due to a technical fault or poor maintenance of the lift. Authorities are still investigating the precise cause of the sudden downward movement. 😔

♟️ So bags third Sinquefield Cup title 🏆

Wesley So secured his third Sinquefield Cup title after defeating Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu in the Armageddon tiebreak. The competition took place in Saint Louis, where both players tied in the classical tournament with 5½/9 points. This victory makes So the first player to win the Sinquefield Cup in consecutive editions. So gained 7.7 rating points, moving to fifth place in the live world rankings. The Grand Chess Tour Finals are set to begin on Saturday.

⚖️ SC redefines 'industry' after decades-long debate

A nine-judge bench of the Supreme Court modified the 'industry' definition from the 1978 BWSSB verdict by a 5:4 majority on Thursday. This landmark decision was made by a Constitution Bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and eight other judges. The court ruled that some elements of the triple test need refinement, while keeping the core framework valid for Section 2(j). This ruling will only apply prospectively and won't affect any pending disputes under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The bench also chose not to examine the new 'industry' definition under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. ⚖️

🚨 Kerala police file case over child assault

Police in Kozhikode, Kerala, registered a case against three family members for physically and mentally assaulting a 12-year-old boy. The accused were the child’s paternal uncle, wife, and son, based on a CWC inquiry from last week. The boy alleged he was tied up, subjected to chilli powder and water, and had splinters put under his toenails. After the boy escaped and was found by a passerby, the CWC intervened, leading to the case filing on August 20, 2026. The child and his family received counseling and were moved to a temporary shelter.

🏛️ Maharashtra CM gets power to override ministers

Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, now has the power to intervene in a minister's decision for the public interest. This change is set under the state’s Rules of Business, 2026, and was notified on August 17. Previously, the Bombay High Court found CM could not override a minister's decision without explicit rules. The new framework explicitly allows this intervention, changing the legal structure. Other states like Assam and UP have influence, but not this exact explicit power. 🧐

⚖️ UP Judge Moves 97 Murder Cases After Death Sentences

A significant shift occurred in the judicial process after 22 death sentences were handed down within a four-month period. This action involved the transfer of 97 murder cases from the judge's court. The rulings were made by the concerned UP judge during this recent period. This move reflects a procedural adjustment following the high volume of capital punishment judgments. The next steps will determine how these transferred cases are heard and processed. ⚖️

🌍 Youth Exchange Program deadline pushed to August 31

The Ministry of Education has extended the online registration deadline for Yuva Sangam Phase 7 until August 31, 2026. Eligible youth aged 18 to 30 years from across India can now register via the official Yuva Sangam portal. The program features 20 Higher Education Institutions, including IITs and IIMs, as nodal hosts. Participants will go on five to seven-day cultural and educational tours to paired states. This initiative aims to build mutual understanding under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat program.

💰 Bihar pays influencers to promote govt schemes

Bihar's government has approved an amendment to its social media policy allowing payments to creators. Empanelled social media creators can now earn money for making content about government schemes and achievements. The state may pay up to Rs 10,000 for videos reaching one lakh views, scaling up to Rs 1 lakh for 10 lakh views. This payment is not automatic and depends on meeting specific government-set criteria. Creators must get empanelled through the Information and Public Relations Department (IPRD) to qualify for this scheme. 📱

🏛️ CM Vijay's big moves post-100 days

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay has been very active since completing 100 days in office. He launched several big announcements in the Assembly, covering milk producers, legislators, and healthcare. The government raised Aavin's milk price and expanded the health insurance scheme to ₹25 lakh a year. Furthermore, maternity leave for a third child was increased to 365 days for government employees. Vijay also threatened to reveal corruption files against the previous DMK regime. 🏛️