🎁 CM Vijay's sweet gift to an elderly woman goes viral

Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay gifted his Christian Dior sunglasses to an elderly woman named Chellam in Salem. The impromptu stop occurred on Tuesday while he was inspecting the Mettur hydroelectric power station. Chellam expressed immense joy, saying he looked just like in his movies, describing the moment as winning a crore of rupees. During the visit, Vijay also interacted with locals and discussed agricultural matters with the host family. This heartwarming gesture deeply moved Chellam, despite her facing personal hardships like losing her ration card.

✈️ First woman Air Vice Marshal leads IAF Education

Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma has made history by becoming the first woman from the non-medical branch to reach Air Vice Marshal rank. She has taken charge as the Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education) at Air Headquarters. Sharma was commissioned on June 18, 1994, and has a major career focus in IAF Education. Her contributions include establishing IAF Chairs of Excellence at IIT Kanpur and Pune University. She will now guide all education and training activities within the Indian Air Force. 🫡

🧹 Thiruvananthapuram Hospital Gets Mega Clean-Up

The Thiruvananthapuram Corporation hosted a massive cleaning drive at the General Hospital on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This hospital is currently being developed as the second Government Medical College in the capital city. Initially, thick undergrowth and garbage cluttered parts of the 20-acre compound, posing risks to patients and locals. A team of 150 workers, plus vehicles, cleared the debris, removing 12 garbage trucks and four waste wood trucks. The operation, which ran from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., was inaugurated by Mayor V. V. Rajesh.

😔 Teen dies saving girlfriend on Boston train

A 19-year-old named Frankey Wright Jr died after jumping onto the tracks to save his girlfriend. The incident occurred at the Forest Hills T stop in Jamaica Plain, Boston, on Saturday afternoon. He tragically came into contact with the 600-volt third rail shortly after 1:00 pm. The couple was en route to the Caribbean Festival at Franklin Park, according to police reports. Authorities are now investigating the incident while calls for better transit safety barriers continue. 💔

🧐 Savarkar's Kin Claims Gandhi Defamed Him

Satyaki, grand nephew of Vinayak Savarkar, told a Pune court that Rahul Gandhi defamed Savarkar by portraying him as a Muslim hater during a London speech. He initiated a criminal defamation case against Gandhi regarding this portrayal. The case focuses on a sentence in Gandhi's speech allegedly referencing an incident where Savarkar was portrayed as assaulting a Muslim man. Satyaki stated that Savarkar actually promoted Muslim progress in his writings, countering the 'extreme hater' narrative. The cross-examination, featuring a transcript from Gopal Godse, continues on September 3. 🧐

🗳️ Congress alleges BJP is manipulating votes in Maharashtra & Delhi

The Congress party accused the BJP of adding and deleting votes to ensure their victory across several states. This claim was raised regarding the exclusion of 2.06 crore names in Maharashtra’s electoral rolls during the SIR. On September 1, 2026, Rahul Gandhi stated that this manipulation is part of a larger goal for the BJP's victory at any cost. Furthermore, the party highlighted that 91% of struck-off voter names in West Bengal had to be reinstated after appeals. They also mentioned similar vote changes happening in Delhi, where 4.756 million voters were removed from the draft list.

🔬 Understanding PMOS in Teens: What To Watch Out For

This article discusses the criteria for diagnosing Primary Mitochondrial Optic Steratitis (PMOS) in adolescent patients. It details the limitations of ultrasound in identifying this condition in young individuals. Key red flags that doctors should look for are outlined for accurate diagnosis. The discussion emphasizes the importance of thorough clinical evaluation for timely intervention. Future research is needed to refine diagnostic protocols for PMOS in this age group.

😠 Rawat observes silence vow against Rahul Gandhi FIR

Congress leader Harish Rawat began observing a 'maun vrat' in Delhi to protest the FIR against Rahul Gandhi. This protest is happening amid a political clash between Congress and BJP concerning a 'shuddhikaran' ritual in Haldwani. The FIR was registered against Rahul Gandhi under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and SC/ST Act. Congress views the FIR as targeting the Leader of Opposition over caste discrimination issues. Rawat plans further protests and a dharna in Haldwani once he recovers. 😠

🏆 Shruti Mallpani gets Bharat Gaurav Award 2026

Shruti Mallpani, co-founder of Symposium from Hyderabad, was honored with the Bharat Gaurav Award 2026. This award was presented by Uttarakhand Governor Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh (retired) during a ceremony held in Dehradun on Monday. The award was given in the Social Impact category, recognizing her contributions. Symposium, a knowledge forum, organizes high-level programs featuring various leaders. The team felt immense pride over this recognition of their national dialogue efforts. 🏆

🌾 Fodder transport blocked in Chamarajanagar due to drought

The Deputy Commissioner of Chamarajanagar has banned the transport of fodder outside the district borders. This move was implemented by Shreeroopa under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The ban follows the State Government declaring all taluks in Chamarajanagar as drought-hit. This precautionary step aims to prevent any fodder shortage for livestock in the region. Authorities have warned that legal action will be taken against violators starting from September 01, 2026.

🎵 Mappilapattu composer Aboobacker passes away at 80

Kozhikode Aboobacker, a notable Mappilapattu composer and musician, has passed away at the age of 80 in Kozhikode. He was known for his work alongside legendary composer M.S. Baburaj and accompanying K.J. Yesudas early in his Kozhikode performances. Some of his biggest hits include 'Karayanum parayanum' (sung by Yesudas) and 'Yatheeminathani' (by K.S. Chithra). These songs were part of the album Mailanchipattukal Vol. 5, released by Tharangini in 1989. Aboobacker played a key role in the growth of the Mappilapattu genre, which remains popular today. 🎶