💸 Britain's $200 Trillion 'Heist' from India

Historical analysis reveals how Britain systematically impoverished India over nearly 190 years through colonial exploitation. This wealth transfer, estimated at $200 trillion in 2026 value, began with the Council Bills system after 1765. In 1700, India contributed about 27% of global GDP, which crashed to under 3% by 1947. Policies deliberately destroyed Indian textiles and forced an agrarian economy, while 'Home Charges' continued the drain post-1858. Post-1947, India rebuilt its economy, now being a major global power. 💰

🚀 Ukraine hits Russian rocket centre supporting Starlink rival

Ukraine announced on Saturday that long-range strikes targeted a Russian military airfield and a rocket center. These facilities were located approximately 900 km from the Ukrainian border in the Nizhny Novgorod and Samara regions. The strikes reportedly caused fires at both sites, which produce rockets for Russia's Rassvet broadband network. President Zelensky stated this action aims to reduce Russia's war potential and push for peace. Both sides have intensified long-range strikes amid the ongoing four-year conflict.

😔 Bengaluru couple found dead after domestic fight

A domestic dispute between a husband and wife ended tragically in Bengaluru on Wednesday night. The couple, identified as Sumant Jain, a civil engineer, and Padmavathi, a software engineer, were found dead at their home on Thursday morning. Sumant allegedly hit Padmavathi and suffocated her with a pillow before committing suicide. The Rajagopal Nagar police were informed, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding both deaths is currently underway. The exact cause of Padmavathi's death and the sequence of events remain undetermined.

🧠 Weekly News Quiz Time

A weekly news quiz session was conducted to test knowledge on current affairs. This event took place at the college premises for participating students. The quiz covered topics from recent national and international events, with various rounds held. The purpose of the quiz was to enhance students' awareness regarding contemporary issues. Participants will receive feedback on their performance in the coming week.

🏟️ Kalaburagi Gears Up for Sports Habba

Kalaburagi is hosting a three-day Sports Habba from September 24 to 26 to boost sporting culture among youth. Home Minister Priyank Kharge unveiled the event's logo in Kalaburagi on Saturday. The Habba will feature competitions in sports like football, cricket, and marathon. This initiative aims to build a stronger sporting ecosystem and position the district as a sports hub. Future plans include annual major sporting events and infrastructure upgrades. 🏃‍♂️

⚖️ BCI Chair apologizes to law students over NALSAR row

BCI Chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra issued an apology to law students regarding his previous directives against NALSAR students. The apology was made in a letter released on Independence Day, acknowledging any hurt caused by his communication. This followed criticism from NALSAR and NLSIU students over the BCI's move to stop the NALSAR 2026 batch enrollment. Despite withdrawing the action, Mishra faced backlash over his decision-making process and language. He urged for dialogue and mutual respect to resolve the controversy moving forward. ⚖️

⚖️ MLC asks for probe after Hanur shoot-out

MLC K. Shivakumar demanded a high-level inquiry into the death of three persons in an alleged shoot-out. This incident took place involving Forest Department personnel in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, Hanur taluk of Chamarajanagar district. The event occurred on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Public anger grew due to conflicting accounts from local residents and officials about the shoot-out. Shivakumar urged the Human Rights Commission to investigate and take action against responsible officials. ⚖️

🇮🇳 Hyderabad lights up for 80th Independence Day

Hyderabad celebrated the 80th Independence Day with vibrant flag-hoisting ceremonies and city-wide festivities. Residents gathered at landmarks like Charminar and the Telangana Secretariat across the city. The celebrations took place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, with numerous events organized. Government institutions and schools participated in the patriotic events throughout the day. In the evening, prominent landmarks were illuminated in the national flag's colours, drawing large crowds. 🇮🇳

🚜 Telangana SHG Women Get Drones & Millet Cafes

Ten Self-Help Group (SHG) members in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district of Telangana received drones, while another ten got mobile millet cafes on Saturday, August 15th. Thirty-five women were trained in drone tech, and another thirty-five got training for millet cafe operations. The drones are meant for providing agricultural services, boosting rural tech access and self-employment. The mobile cafes aim to create local markets for nutritious millets and support sustainable women's livelihoods. This initiative focuses on empowering women through technology and enterprise skills. 🚀

🍚 All eligible families in Telangana get ration cards

Civil Supplies Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy announced that every eligible family will receive a ration card in Telangana. He stated that rice worth ₹14,800 crore is being distributed to 3.42 crore people in the state. The number of ration cards has significantly increased from the 89 lakh cards issued by the previous BRS government. Reddy emphasized that the process is ongoing, ensuring all beneficiaries remain covered under the system. He criticized BRS leaders for making false claims about the government's welfare programs.

⚖️ BCI head apologizes over NALSAR convocation clash

The BCI chairperson, Manan Kumar Mishra, issued an apology to law students following a controversy. This dispute arose when the BCI halted enrolment for NALSAR's 2026 batch over CJI Surya Kant's presence at the convocation. The BCI reversed its order within hours due to backlash from the legal fraternity. Students from NALSAR and NLSIU demanded a public apology from Mishra for the episode. Mishra acknowledged that peaceful protest is part of democracy and urged students to make independent decisions.