🌧️ Congress mocks Rijiju with Parliament flood video

Congress in Kerala shared a video showing flooding at the Parliament premises in Delhi after heavy rain. They specifically tagged Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in the tweet. The flooding occurred on Tuesday following the heavy downpour in the national capital. This move was a jab at Rijiju's recent social media reel featuring him swimming in an Arunachal Pradesh river. Congress mockingly requested another 'reel' from the minister.

😠 Manjrekar demands harsher punishment for cricket altercations

Sanjay Manjrekar criticized the sanction given to Yashasvi Jaiswal following his physical altercation with Sri Lanka’s Asitha Fernando. This incident occurred after Jaiswal headbutted Fernando while provoked near the dressing room. Manjrekar pointed out previous similar issues involving Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in June, where players were fined 50 percent of their match fees. He argued that lenient punishments encourage repeated negative behavior in the sport. Going forward, Manjrekar believes stricter action is necessary to maintain standards in cricket. 🏏

🌿 Kerala Sadya: The Ultimate Onam Feast Guide 🍚

The Kerala Sadya is a massive, traditional vegetarian banquet celebrated during Onam 2026. This grand feast is held in Kerala, marking Thiruvonam on August 26th. The spread features over 25 dishes, served in a specific order from top left to bottom right of a banana leaf. It showcases Kerala’s philosophy of harmony through its balanced flavors and natural ingredients. The meal culminates with various Payasam desserts, making it a cultural highlight.

❤️ Women's heart health: myths vs. reality

Doctor Binay Kumar clarified misconceptions about heart disease, stating women face serious cardiovascular risks just like men. He pointed out that while estrogen offers some protection pre-menopause, the risk rises significantly afterward. NHLBI data shows that age increases risk, alongside factors like PCOS and hypertension. Lifestyle habits, such as diet and smoking, are crucial regardless of age or appearance. Women must recognize atypical symptoms like back discomfort and fatigue for timely cardiac care. 💖

🌠 Bright meteors light up Connecticut night sky

Two intense meteors streaked across the sky during the Perseid meteor shower. This amazing celestial event took place in Connecticut. Specifically, the bright streaks were captured by a local family. The Perseid shower is a well-known annual astronomical event that many people look forward to. More meteor activity is expected over the coming days.

🔬 Diabetes side effect study in Warangal

A cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence of Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy among diabetic patients. This research was conducted in the rural areas of Warangal, India. The study focused on identifying the incidence rates within the patient population. Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy is a serious complication linked to long-term diabetes management. Further research is recommended to better understand and manage this condition in the region. 🔬

🕯️ Six Chinese Nationals Die in Russian Gas Plant Fire

A fire broke out at a gas plant, resulting in the death of six Chinese nationals. The incident occurred in Russia, impacting the lives of several foreign workers. The confirmed casualties stand at six Chinese individuals, out of a total of seven people involved. These workers were part of a crew at the operational gas facility. Authorities are currently investigating the exact cause of the deadly fire. 🕯️

🛑 Trump admin pauses global visa appointments amid crackdown

The U.S. administration has paused visa appointments worldwide as part of an ongoing immigration crackdown. A State Department spokesperson confirmed this on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, citing a global training initiative at all U.S. embassies and consulates. This aggressive drive includes visa revocations and application rejections based on various reasons. Previously, a judge struck down a policy suspending visas for 75 countries on August 21. The administration says the changes aim to improve domestic security and evaluate applicants comprehensively. 😟

🏏 Mushtaq leads North Zone to semi-finals 🏏

Abid Mushtaq spearheaded North Zone to victory, securing their spot in the semi-finals of the Duleep Trophy. This happened at the BCCI's Centre of Excellences in Bengaluru, where North Zone played against West Zone. The match concluded on August 26, 2026, with North Zone winning by 52 runs. Mushtaq's nine-wicket haul proved crucial after a competitive match against Gaikwad's West Zone side. Next, North Zone faces the Tilak Varma-led South Zone in the first semi-final on August 30.

🎬 Netflix pushes back on 'stolen' Gandhari script claim

Netflix's Ruchikaa Kapoor dismissed the claim that the Gandhari script was stolen by a writer. She stated that the pitch submitted was significantly different from the actual film, which stars Taapsee Pannu and is directed by Devashish Makhija. Kalyan Bandi alleged he wrote the story in 2019 and sought ₹40 lakh compensation in September 2025. Kanika Dhillon, the writer, has also unequivocally denied these allegations, calling the claims false. The film, set in Joypurra, is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on September 3.

📈 Purple Style Labs IPO details drop

Purple Style Labs is setting its price band for its upcoming Initial Public Offering. The company is based in India and will be opening its IPO in Mumbai. The IPO size is ₹680 crore, with a price band set between ₹546 and ₹575 per share. This listing aims to allow investors to participate in the company's growth. The IPO is scheduled to commence on August 31st. 📈