⚖️ Delhi HC tightens rules for law interns

The Delhi High Court has updated its policy regarding entry passes for law interns. Only final year 3-year LLB and fourth/fifth year 5-year integrated LLB students are now permitted inside the court premises. This revised rule was officially circulated by the Court on August 24. Students must submit several documents to get their ID cards, including a lawyer's recommendation letter. These new guidelines ensure stricter access control for the interns moving forward.

🔬 Life found in bleach-like mud on Mariana

Microbes have been found living inside mud volcanoes on the Mariana forearc, where the fluid reaches an extreme pH of 12.3. The research team, led by Palash Kumawat, studied two uncharacterized volcanoes, Pacman and Subetbia, using sediment cores from 2022. Standard DNA sequencing failed due to low biomass, so scientists analyzed lipid biomarkers instead. These lipids revealed active microbes shifting between methane-generating and methane-consuming metabolisms. This proves life is possible at the edges of habitability in these unique environments.

💡 16-year-old Irish student makes glow ball biz

Cathal Sweeney turned a frustration with dark winter hurling training into a glow-in-the-dark ball. The 16-year-old student from Mungret Community College in Limerick developed the Glo Ball product. Within four months of launch, the Glo Ball generated €40,000 in sales for GLO Hurling. This venture won the Senior Category at the 2026 Student Enterprise Programme National Finals. The idea showcases how everyday problems can spark practical, successful innovations. 💡

🔬 RNA therapy acts like a biological bypass in Canada

Scientists at the University of Toronto found a novel RNA therapy approach functioning as a biological bypass. This research involved researchers in Toronto, Canada, who studied this mechanism. The approach uses suppressor transfer RNAs (sup-tRNAs) to rescue disease mutations, with findings published in Science on October 11, 2023. This method works at the protein production level to help cells ignore faulty genetic stop instructions, applicable beyond cystic fibrosis. Future work will focus on combining better RNA design with improved delivery systems for broader application. 🧬

✈️ Coimbatore Airport's ₹2,200 Crore Glow-Up Plan

Coimbatore International Airport is undergoing a major expansion project worth ₹2,200 crore to handle growing traffic. The upgrades are happening at the airport, serving western Tamil Nadu and the Kongu region. Passenger traffic jumped 159% from 13.2 lakh in 2014-15 to 34.2 lakh in 2025-26. The current facility is strained as it projects 1.5 crore annual footfall over the next 20 years. The AAI aims to complete the expansion by the end of 2028 once all clearances are secured.

🌊 Nepal needs more disaster training, neighbors can help

Inspector General of Police, Nepal, Dan Bahadur Karki, spoke about disaster management during recent flash floods in Nepal. He highlighted the nation's vulnerability to various natural disasters like earthquakes and floods. Karki emphasized the need for better officer training, equipment, and early warning systems. He specifically called for assistance from neighboring countries, including India, in these areas. Developing joint warning systems is crucial for better, in-advance disaster response.

💧 17,000 Nepali kids hit by massive floods 💧

UNICEF reported that devastating flash floods impacted at least 17,000 children in Nepal. This disaster affected Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading districts on August 26th. The death toll reached 469, with over 1,400 people still missing as of August 28, 2026. Their homes, schools, and roads have been destroyed, and about 10,000 children need urgent support for education. UNICEF is currently scaling up life-saving assistance across health, nutrition, and WASH services.

🥊 Dhant beats Murdoch in Road to UFC semifinal

Rabindra Dhant from Nepal defeated Kasib Murdoch of New Zealand by split decision in the Road to UFC Season 5 bantamweight semifinal. This fight took place in Shanghai on August 28, 2026, between Dhant with a 10-1 record and Murdoch who was undefeated at 8-0. Dhant's victory secures his spot to face Ryo Tajima in the final bout. Dhant expressed gratitude to his teammates and family after securing the win. He now moves forward in the tournament to challenge for the championship spot. 🏆

🧑‍🔧 Auto drivers cheer one-year extension for Marathi learning

Non-Marathi auto drivers in Mumbai celebrated after the Maharashtra government granted a one-year extension to learn Marathi. This decision came after representatives from auto and rickshaw drivers' organizations met with CM Devendra Fadnavis. The extension is set for one year, effective following the government's agreement to driver concerns. This move addresses practical difficulties faced by non-Maharashtrian workers who are eager to learn the language. The decision comes amidst a legal challenge to the compulsory Marathi knowledge rule. 🧑‍🔧

🔥 Kriti Sanon's Rakhi look sparks fashion row

Kriti Sanon faced backlash for her outfit in a GIVA Rakshabandhan ad campaign. She was heavily trolled for the revealing, plunging neckline of her attire, questioning traditional festival sanctity. This happened on Rakshabandhan when she posted a picture with her sister Nupur Sanon. The controversy escalated after Kangana Ranaut criticized the look as 'intentionally creepy.' Consequently, the jewellery brand GIVA withdrew the campaign following the public debate. 🤷‍♀️

🔫 Singer Ankit Balyan Shot Dead; Suspects Flee to Haryana

Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan was fatally shot in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force is hunting four assailants who fled to Haryana after the incident. CCTV footage from Shamli, Loni in Ghaziabad, Delhi, and Sonipat captured the four men escaping on two motorcycles. Balyan, known for his violent music, was shot while leaving a gym in Kotwali area around 6:45 p.m. The investigation is ongoing, with police examining his social media activity.