⚖️ CM's wife serves legal notice to ex-judge

Gurpreet Kaur, wife of Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, sent a legal notice to former HC judge Ranjit Singh. This action followed Singh's allegations that she tried to suppress a rape case for a bribe of Rs 5 crore. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) took note of the matter and directed state officials to inquire. The NHRC has also informed the Women’s Safety Division of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. Punjab has been given 15 days to submit an Action Taken Report for further review. ⚖️

🏞️ Arjun Rampal on raising kids in Goa

Arjun Rampal and Gabriella Demetriades officially registered their marriage in Mapusa, North Goa, on August 21. The couple has two sons, Arik (born July 2019) and Ariv (born July 2023), whom they are raising in Goa. Rampal shared that he chose Goa for the clean air and nature, similar to his upbringing. He emphasized that kids need openness and nature to grow up well. However, he admitted that the rising cost of raising children makes him hesitant about having more kids. 🏞️

🎬 Deepika likes post slamming Vanga brother over film profit

Deepika Padukone liked a social media post criticizing Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother, Pranay Vanga, regarding the 'Spirit' profit-share row. The incident involved Deepika's exit from the film, with Pranay Vanga claiming she demanded a 10% profit share. This claim surfaced after Deepika left the project last year, sparking a debate about gender double standards. Originally, reports suggested issues with work hours, but Pranay Vanga later cited remuneration and profit-sharing concerns. 'Spirit' is scheduled to release on March 5, 2027, with Triptii Dimri in the lead role. 🎬

🏡 Sangakkara's historic villa blend: old meets new

Sri Lankan cricket legend Kumar Sangakkara and his wife Yehali restored a 120-year-old villa inside Galle Fort. This heritage property is located in Galle Fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site on Sri Lanka’s southwestern coast. The restoration project took place over 20 years, featuring architects like Jeevan D'Souza and Murad Ismail. The team preserved the original coral construction and patina, blending it with modern design elements. Now, the residence is a four-bedroom home showcasing how new life coexists with deep historical roots. 🏡

🚀 Bitcoin pumps 23% this week; crypto is back

Bitcoin has seen a massive surge, rocketing almost 23% over the past week. This significant jump was observed across the crypto market globally. Specifically, the rise was tracked over the last seven days of trading activity. The market recovery signals renewed investor confidence in digital assets after recent volatility. Analysts suggest this momentum could continue into the next trading period. 🚀

🇷🇺 Jaishankar heads to Russia for trade talks

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is visiting Russia for two days to co-chair the 27th Session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission. This official visit is scheduled for August 23-24, 2026, at the invitation of Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov. During the trip, EAM Jaishankar will also meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss global and regional matters. The focus of the commission session will be on trade, economic, scientific, technological, and cultural cooperation. This follows his previous visit to Moscow to attend SCO meetings.

🔬 New tool estimates a cell's biological age

Researchers have created a tool called 'Pasta' to estimate a cell's biological age by analyzing its gene activity. This breakthrough came from scientists at Sweden's Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University. The tool analyzed gene activity from over 17,000 tissue samples collected from healthy people. It can now identify substances affecting aging and differentiate between older and younger cells. Future research will test these findings for potential treatments against age-related diseases. 🧬

💥 Bus crashes into crowd at cultural event in Bihar

Five people were killed and several others sustained injuries when a bus drove into a crowd at a cultural programme. This incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. on Friday, August 21, in Parau Tola, West Champaran district. The accident happened while the bus was attempting to avoid a head-on collision with a truck. The deceased have been sent for post-mortem, and a manhunt is underway for the fleeing drivers. The bus and the truck involved in the chaos have both been seized by police.

🤝 Police shift to friendly vibe with 'Palle Nidra'

Vizianagaram SP A.R. Damodar mandated a friendly policing concept for all officers. Under the 'Mega Palle Nidra' programme, over 1,100 officials interacted informally with locals. The initiative covered 305 villages, including Kapusambham village on August 22, 2026. This allows fearful citizens to discuss issues like theft or domestic violence openly. The programme will continue bi-weekly to resolve local disputes quickly.

🚀 Saab reveals stealthy drone for Gripen E ops

Swedish defence giant Saab has unveiled a full-scale concept of a new stealthy, supersonic autonomous combat aircraft. This A3 concept is part of its Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) programme, aiming for missions like air-to-air combat and strike. Two demonstrators, A1 and A2, are being developed to test necessary technologies on an accelerated timeline. A1 will use a General Electric F414 engine, similar to the Gripen E, for initial flight testing. Saab envisions the Gripen E coordinating multiple ACP aircraft in a human-machine combat team. 🤖

📈 Vijay Kedia's Portfolio: 5 Stocks Hit 55% Gains in CY26

Veteran investor Vijay Kedia's portfolio holds stakes in about 23 companies, valued at roughly Rs 1,415 crore as of August 21. This represents a 21% increase from the Rs 1,170 crore recorded in December 2025. Five stocks saw significant gains, with one soaring 53% in CY26. Notably, Eimco Elecon (India) was added to his holdings during the June 2026 quarter. The analysis also pointed out five major laggards that dropped more than 20% during the same year.