🚓 Dipke booked over alleged illegal school entry

Abhijeet Dipke and associates have been booked by Maharashtra Police after an incident at a government school. The FIR was lodged by a 53-year-old teacher at the Zilla Parishad Urdu school in the Ausa region. This happened during Dipke's 'School Thik Karo' campaign on August 22, 2026. Authorities claim the group trespassed, filmed classes, and intimidated staff during their unannounced visit. Further investigations are currently ongoing by the local police in Latur district. 😟

🏥 24-hour speciality care coming to Kerala hospitals

Health Minister K. Muraleedharan announced that speciality care services will be available 24/7 in Kerala’s district and general hospitals. This initiative is slated for implementation within six months, starting with one hospital in every district. The guaranteed specialties include General Medicine, Surgery, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, and Gynaecology. However, the KGMOA raised concerns about rising workloads and existing human resource constraints. The government plans to assess and deploy staff, while the KGMOA vows to discuss proper duty systems with the state. 🩺

🗣️ Prakash Raj slams BJP's electoral tactics 🗣️

Actor Prakash Raj alleged that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and constituency delimitation are BJP attempts to stay in power. This statement was made by him at S.M. Pandit Rangamandir in Kalaburagi. He claimed these measures are due to the BJP fearing loss of power despite public discontent over the last 10 years. Raj stressed that these actions undermine the constitutionally guaranteed voting rights of the people. He also criticized right-wing forces for targeting Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge.

🛡️ Jaishankar addresses Mecca defence pact involving Pakistan

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar commented on the Mecca trilateral defence pact involving Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan on Saturday. He addressed concerns about the pact during an Economic Times event, noting the existing security situations of the signatories. The agreement was signed earlier this month, establishing a framework for closer defence cooperation among the three nations. Jaishankar stated that New Delhi considers all developments involving countries not favourable to India in its calculus. However, he maintained that India is not worried about the development of this alliance. 🛡️

💻 HP drops budget laptop with OLED screen

HP has launched a new budget laptop featuring an OLED display and Snapdragon X processor. This device is available for $499, targeting a wide range of users. The announcement details the hardware specs and pricing structure for the new model. This entry into the market aims to compete with more expensive high-end options. The availability date for this laptop has not yet been specified by the company.

🛡️ DLSA held child protection training in Khammam

The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) organized a one-day sensitisation programme for nominated teachers in Khammam. Principal District and Sessions Judge M. Nagaraju and Collector Divakara T.S. attended the event on Saturday, August 22. The session covered child rights, POCSO Act reporting, and cyber safety awareness. Schools are highlighted as crucial in early identification of abused or neglected children. The aim is to equip teachers for timely intervention and legal support.

🛵 Hero's July sales snapshot: Splendor still rules 🛵

Hero MotoCorp recorded 4,99,943 domestic units in July 2026, showing 21.56% YoY growth despite a slight MoM dip. Splendor dominated sales with 3,35,246 units, making up 67.06% of Hero’s total volume. Vida secured third place with 22,707 units, marking a massive 102.29% YoY increase. Xtreme 125R sales dropped significantly to 9,696 units, showing weakening momentum in the sporty segment. The Xoom range also gained traction with its 125 model hitting 9,375 units.

😔 IIT Delhi Student Jumps From Sixth Floor

A 31-year-old MSc Physics student died on Saturday morning after jumping from the sixth floor of a lecture hall at IIT Delhi. The Kishangarh police were informed at 8:33 am, and the student was rushed to the campus hospital where he was pronounced dead. Initial police checks confirmed he entered the campus around 8 am and reached the sixth floor via the elevator. Authorities have recovered his mobile phone but no suicide note, and they are reviewing his counselling records. The Delhi Police are actively investigating this tragic incident. 😔

🤝 Assam-Meghalaya standoff ends after talks

Transporters blocked the Assam-Meghalaya border following violence during a Khasi Students’ Union rally in Shillong. Meghalaya Deputy CM Sniawbhalang Dhar met Assam Minister Atul Bora on August 22, 2026, to resolve the issue. Five masked persons involved in attacks on Assam vehicles on August 19 were identified, and 15 FIRs were registered. Both states agreed to set up a coordination mechanism and a joint committee for transport safety. More than 3,770 Assam-registered vehicles were safely moved out, and further transfers are expected within 48 hours.

🕷️ Spider-Man breaks box office records again

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has secured its fourth consecutive #1 weekend at the box office. The movie, which features Tom Holland, debuted on July 31st in the US. It became the highest-grossing non-Avengers MCU film, ranking fourth globally. This massive success follows its record-breaking domestic debut in 2026. The franchise continues to dominate the box office charts. 🤩

🗣️ Rahul Gandhi talks patriarchy with female graduates

Rahul Gandhi quoted Manusmriti passages highlighting female subordination to fathers, husbands, and sons. The discussion took place with Advocate Rama Prasad Zhavre and Gyaneshwari, both law and media graduates respectively. Zhavre shared workplace bias, while Gyaneshwari mentioned family pressure over property. The conversation tackled systemic male dominance and patriarchal control in Indian institutions. It underscored the ongoing fight for equal rights and dignity among educated women.