🚓 Delhi Police told to chill during protests

Delhi Police has received new guidelines advising officers to remain professional and avoid provoking protestors. This advisory comes following allegations of police excesses during the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar last month. The guidelines stress that police actions are being recorded and should not invite a 'villain' tag. Personnel are told to maintain restraint and avoid engaging in arguments or accepting items from demonstrators. They must also ensure public safety, assisting injured persons and keeping routes clear for emergency vehicles. 👮

📜 Ex-Envoy's Voter Details Don't Match in Punjab

Former Indian diplomat Navdeep Suri is facing an issue after submitting documents for electoral roll revision in Punjab. Suri, who served in Egypt, UAE, and Australia, was told his 2003 details did not match the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Since he was abroad in 2003, he was asked to provide his passport as proof of Indian citizenship. This situation raises questions about citizenship verification for citizens who have represented India internationally. The Election Commission of India has not yet commented on this specific case. 🇮🇳

🛡️ Zelenskyy warns Russia has massive missile stockpile

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned that Russia possesses between 600 and 630 of its most potent ballistic missiles. This serious threat was highlighted by Zelenskyy in Kyiv, as Ukraine struggles with air-defence interceptor shortages. Russia's annual production capacity for these missiles could reach up to 1,300 per year, signaling a major danger ahead. While Ukraine is improving its cruise missile defense, ballistic missiles remain a huge challenge for the nation. The country is urgently seeking more Patriot missiles and other military aid from its Western allies. 🛡️

😟 Man arrested for pasting obscene QR code stickers in Hyderabad

Ashok Nagar police arrested a 47-year-old man for pasting sexually explicit QR code stickers in public places. The accused, identified as Shaik Yousuf, was from M.J. Colony, Moula Ali, Malkajgiri, Hyderabad. This was noticed by police patrol on August 20 near Garuda Mall, involving explicit messages and a contact number. Police acted on a woman's complaint after she contacted the number, leading to the arrest. An FIR was registered at Ashoknagar Police Station on August 22 under Sections 292 and 294. 😟

🏝️ Island Home Sale Preserves Coastal History

In 1967, Henry Pigott sold his North Carolina island property to help establish Cape Lookout National Seashore. He was a Black mail carrier and craftsman residing on Portsmouth Island, part of the historic Portsmouth Village. This land purchase allowed him a life estate, enabling him to stay until his passing in January 1971. Pigott was the last male resident of the 18th-century settlement, which declined due to changing trade and storms. His passing led to the village becoming completely empty, prompting its later preservation. 🏝️

✈️ Hina Khan on first meeting SRK on a flight

Hina Khan recalled her initial meeting with Shah Rukh Khan while she was only 1.5 years into the industry. She met the superstar on a flight, finding him asleep despite her anxious request for a photo. SRK promised a picture, went back to sleep after coffee, but eventually woke up after landing. This happened while he was promoting a film and hadn't slept for days. SRK will next be seen in the action thriller 'King' with Suhana Khan in 2026.

😠 Urban Company sues Kent RO over purifier ads

Urban Company has filed a defamation and product disparagement suit against Kent RO Systems in the Delhi High Court. The dispute centers around Kent's ads making false claims about Urban Company's NATIVE purifiers. These purifiers boast a two-year filter life and two-year no-servicing feature, according to Urban Company. Kent admitted to the court that it would remove the disputed advertisements and related social media content. This order was passed by the Delhi High Court on August 12th, with removal expected within 15 days. 😠

😔 Woman found dead at Bengaluru lake amid blackmail claims

A 22-year-old woman named Vanishree was allegedly found dead by suicide at Agara Lake in Bengaluru. She was a resident of Sagar, Shivamogga district, and worked at a jewellery store in HSR Layout. On Saturday, August 22, her PG mate informed her sister, Pooja, that Vanishree left a note detailing harassment. Police recovered her body near Agara Lake after searching based on the note's details. A case has been registered against Abhishek A.S. under BNS, 2023, as the investigation continues. 😔

🚀 Stock shifting focus from telecom to data centres

ADC India Communications is changing its growth strategy from traditional telecom towards IT networking and data centre infrastructure. This is happening in India, where the company has a market cap of Rs 1,120 crore and shares trading at Rs 2,448. For FY26, IT networking contributed Rs 181.89 crore in revenue, significantly higher than telecom's Rs 18.17 crore. The company is leveraging its strengths in cables for rising digital demand, including optical fibre and data centres. Q1 FY27 shows positive momentum with sales from operations increasing to Rs 63.41 crore. 📈

🩸 Blood in pee during monsoon? Don't assume it's a UTI

Seeing red or pink urine during monsoon does not always mean a urinary tract infection (UTI). Dr Sanket Sathe of HCG Hospital, Mumbai, explains that haematuria has multiple causes beyond just infections. Issues like kidney stones, prostate problems, kidney disease, and even cancers of the urinary system can also cause it. While UTIs bring symptoms like burning and frequent urination, bleeding without these signs needs evaluation. Repeated or unexplained bleeding requires a doctor's visit, not just more antibiotics. 🧐

💪 Rahul Gandhi's appeal could revive Congress in AP

Former Union Minister Killi Kruparani stated that the Congress party is poised to regain its glory in Andhra Pradesh. She made this assertion while speaking to the media in Srikakulam, alongside party leader Killi Rammohana Rao. Kruparani mentioned that Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' program is resonating strongly with young voters. This positive trend is attributed to youth dissatisfaction with unemployment and exam irregularities. The party is hopeful of significant wins in the upcoming local body elections.