🏫 College fee hike locks students out of classes

Students at Sree Muthukumaraswamy College have been barred from attending classes since August 3 due to fee non-payment. The college in Kodungaiyur increased fees, with second year going to ₹16,000 and third year to ₹17,000. This hike was announced on June 7, requiring lump-sum payment by July 31. Students protested the sudden increase and collection method, alleging threats of expulsion from management. The University of Madras Registrar has stated they will look into the student welfare matter. 🧐

🚂 Rail employees protest over posting clarity

Railway employees from the former Waltair Division staged a protest at the DRM office in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday. The demonstration involved members and their families, who are currently in the Rayagada (RGDA) Division under East Coast Railway. They demanded the release of the Joint Procedure Order (JPO) and a review of postings since June 1, when South Coast Railway formed. Protestors cited DPR Para 9.3, alleging their options for postings were ignored, and sought seniority protection. They are demanding a Railway Board meeting to finalize policies for both divisions. 🚂

✊ Jharkhand students escalate protest over recruitment flaws

Jharkhand students are intensifying their agitation against alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. The JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch organized a silent procession in Ranchi on Tuesday evening. This marks the 18th day of the protest, which began on July 25th with over 50,000 participants. Despite their openness to talks, the group claims to have received no positive response from the government. They plan to continue the agitation at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium until all demands are met.

🧠 Sleep patterns might predict early Alzheimer's risk

New research suggests that analyzing sleep could help identify individuals who are at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease earlier. Scientists conducted this study across various participants, focusing on distinct sleep cycles and patterns. The findings, detailed in the Medical Xpress, indicate measurable links between certain sleep disturbances and cognitive decline. This opens up new avenues for proactive health screening and early intervention strategies. Future studies will aim to validate these correlations and develop practical diagnostic tools. 🧠

🚫 US cancels over 175k visas for various reasons

The US Department of State has revoked more than 175,000 visas under President Donald Trump. These actions were taken against individuals in various locations globally. The revocations cite criminal activity, fraud, and national security concerns dating up to recent events. The reasons included assault, DUI, visa abuse, and alleged calls for violence against Americans. The department vows to continue these vetting operations to ensure compliance and public safety.

🗣️ Pradhan slams Rahul Gandhi over Jharkhand protests

Dharmendra Pradhan attacked Rahul Gandhi for his stance during a parliamentary discussion on student issues. The former minister claimed Gandhi was spreading lies and shedding "crocodile tears" instead of participating. This came amid police action against job aspirants protesting recruitment exam irregularities in Jharkhand. The government offered a Lok Sabha debate, but Congress demanded a discussion on Ram temple donation embezzlement. Pradhan accused Gandhi of habitual lying and prioritizing partisan interests over the youth. 😒

🧠 Brain immune cells offer new Alzheimer's clues

A new study mapped the brain's immune cells in Alzheimer's disease progression, identifying a protective cell subtype. Researchers at Mount Sinai analyzed over 830,000 myeloid-origin immune cells from 1,607 donors. The study revealed a disease-associated microglia that clears harmful material, supported by molecular pathways like TREM2. These findings offer new directions for developing therapies that boost the brain's defense mechanisms. This research provides the most detailed reference on immune cell changes across the lifespan.

🚧 Underpass wall collapse claims two lives near Bengaluru

A 20-foot-deep soil wall collapsed at an underpass construction site near Dr Rajkumar Memorial in Bengaluru. Srinivas, an eyewitness, saw the collapse unfold in seconds, burying two workers and injuring three laborers. The incident occurred on Tuesday while workers were preparing to concretize the retaining wall, which spans approximately 100 meters. Eyewitnesses claim the collapse was triggered by loosened mud following Monday's rain and added weight from a mud mound. After a rescue operation, one more buried worker was found deceased, while another remained missing initially.

💰 Godrej Finance to scale up gold loan biz in South India

Godrej Finance Limited announced plans to build its gold loan franchise in Andhra Pradesh and expand across South India. This move follows the acquisition of the gold loan business from Kanakadurga Finance Limited. Over the next 24 months, the company plans to grow its Andhra Pradesh branches from 54 to 100. The expansion aims to increase the customer base from 12,000 to 25,000 across the region. Eventually, GFL aims to serve nearly one million customers with a Gold Loan AUM of ₹5,000 crore in India.

🇮🇳 Envoy meets PM Modi after Bangladesh talks

India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Tuesday. Trivedi had recently returned from Dhaka after holding several high-level meetings with Bangladesh's leadership. These consultations were aimed at strengthening engagement between the two neighbouring countries. The meeting between Trivedi and PM Modi specifically focused on the ongoing India-Bangladesh relations. This diplomatic move shows continued efforts to bolster ties between India and Bangladesh. 🤝

🏛️ Shiv Sena case tests Election Commission trust

The ongoing Shiv Sena case is currently being heard in the Supreme Court. This legal battle involves the Shiv Sena party in the Supreme Court premises. Key dates and specific numbers related to the case are under judicial review at this moment. The proceedings are scrutinizing the functioning and impartiality of the Election Commission. Future developments will determine the outcome of this significant political matter. 🏛️