🧑‍⚖️ Deceased UP employee gets regularization rights from Allahabad HC

The Allahabad High Court ordered that a deceased work-charge employee should be treated as regularised from his eligibility date. This decision was made by Justice Indrajeet Shukla of the Lucknow bench, following a writ petition filed by Hasan Ahmad. His father, Rifakat Hussain, served in the Rural Engineering Department from November 1, 1985, and passed away on August 11, 2012. The court ruled that the right to regularization survives death and must be considered for his son's compassionate appointment. Authorities must complete this process within two months of receiving the order. 🧑‍⚖️

👑 Mourinho to be Vinicius's mentor after contract extension

Real Madrid extended Vinicius Jr.'s contract until 2032, solidifying his long-term future with the club. Jose Mourinho is set to act as a father figure to the Brazilian winger at Santiago Bernabeu. Vinicius accepted a €24 million base salary with bonuses, turning down Arsenal's interest. Mourinho was key in securing the deal by calling Vinicius during the holidays to sell the project. Now, Vinicius must improve his chemistry, especially with Kylian Mbappe. 🤝

🌟 Yash calls Kiara's acting 'tabahi' amid controversy

Yash highly praised his co-star Kiara Advani during the trailer launch of 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' in Bengaluru. He commended her dedication to the project, despite recent online criticism regarding bold scenes and violence. Yash advised Kiara to ignore negativity and stick to her beliefs while working on the film. The film, directed by Geetu Mohandas, stars Yash and Kiara in a project aiming for a global platform. He suggested the audience might need time to grasp the film's advanced themes. 🎬

🐄 YSRCP claims government is trying to weaken Krishna Milk Union

The YSR Congress Party and farmers' body accused the government of interfering with the Krishna Milk Union. The allegations center around pressure on the newly elected chairman, Chalasani Anjaneyulu, in Andhra Pradesh. This pressure reportedly started within 24 hours of his unanimous election on Friday. Spokesperson Putta Sivashankar alleged ministers visited the dairy and demanded his resignation, even while he was hospitalized. The groups are now demanding the government protect cooperative institutions from external influence.

⚖️ No direct proof needed for dowry death: Allahabad HC

The Allahabad High Court upheld a dowry death conviction, ruling direct evidence of the husband's role isn't mandatory if dowry harassment is proven. This decision was made while hearing an appeal by Sandeep Singh Hora in the Lucknow case. In 2010, he was convicted, and the court reduced his sentence from life to 10 years' rigorous imprisonment on Friday. The bench noted that Section 304-B creates a presumption once statutory conditions are met for dowry death. The court directed that his prior custody time be adjusted against the new 10-year sentence. ⚖️

🛡️ Delhi Police and NSG run major security drill

Delhi Police and the National Security Guard ran a joint counter-terrorism exercise across the national capital. This exercise, titled "Sudarshan Shakti-V," took place on August 7th and August 8th under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Simulated scenarios included blasts, hostage situations, and aircraft hijacking at key spots like Connaught Place and IGI Airport. Various units participated, including Delhi Police SWAT, Army, and NDRF. This drill aims to boost readiness ahead of the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. 🇮🇳

🏍️ Bajaj Pulsar 150's Next-Gen Look Spotted

A new, updated version of the Bajaj Pulsar 150 has been spotted recently. This model features significant upgrades, including a redesigned frame and a monoshock suspension system. The next-gen bike is also reported to come equipped with an air-oil cooled engine setup. These changes suggest Bajaj is aiming to enhance the bike's performance and ride quality for riders. Further official details and launch timelines for this Pulsar iteration are yet to be announced. 🏍️

📸 Google Photos drag-to-select feature vanished

Google Photos users are reporting that the convenient drag-to-select feature for multiple photos has suddenly disappeared. This issue has been spotted across Pixel, Galaxy, and OnePlus phones globally. Users confirm that while multi-select is still enabled by long-pressing, dragging now only scrolls the screen. Consequently, affected users must manually select each picture they wish to choose. Google is known for updates, but this appears to be an unintended bug requiring a fix. 😥

🔮 Doom replaced, Scarlet Witch takes the crown

Marvel Comics replaced Doctor Doom as Sorcerer Supreme with the Scarlet Witch in their ongoing Sorcerer Supreme series. This shift occurred after Doom's actions led to his goddaughter Valeria Richards being killed in the timeline. The Scarlet Witch forcibly claimed the title, igniting a war against Agatha Harkness and others for the mantle. Speculation suggests Doom's MCU debut in Avengers: Doomsday might mirror this comic downfall. He is expected to resurface with a hidden agenda against the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and X-Men. 💥

😠 MLA alleges son-in-law used fake ID for 25 marriages

A UP BJP MLA has accused his son-in-law of hiding his background and defrauding women into numerous marriages. The accused, Prakhar Trivedi, reportedly used fake identities to cheat women across various states. This issue surfaced after Tiwari's daughter married him in 2024, based on false claims of a Mumbai real estate business. Police subsequently registered an FIR and arrested Anuj Trivedi and Prakhar Trivedi. The MLA demanded strict punishment for the accused after his daughter was brought home. 😠

⚽ Barca faces Forest in Italy preseason showdown

Barcelona is gearing up for a preseason match against Nottingham Forest in Italy. The game is set at Bluenergy Stadium in Udine, Italy. The first match is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 9pm CET. Hansi Flick plans to give minutes to La Masia youngsters and first-team reserves. Fans can follow the action live across various platforms.