🏛️ DMK's presence key in delimitation talks, says Thirumavalavan

Thol. Thirumavalavan stated that DMK's participation in the delimitation consultation meeting is essential. This meeting is set to be chaired by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Saturday in Cuddalore. The gathering aims to push the Union government to scrap any proposed legislation on parliamentary constituency delimitation. Thirumavalavan also welcomed the CM's resolution about the Centre's funding attitude towards states. VCK continues to push for a united political and legal stance on the Cauvery water dispute. ✊

✈️ Shivamogga Airport management up for grabs

KSIIDC has invited Expressions of Interest from private operators to manage Shivamogga airport. This move signals the government's intent to privatize the airport, which is located in Sogane, Karnataka. The airport saw growth from 944 flights in 2023-24 to 3,820 flights in 2025-26. Recent services were impacted when IndiGo and SpiceJet suspended flights due to regulatory issues. KSIIDC is looking at leasing or partial privatization, with the deadline set for August 17. ✈️

🎬 Mohit Suri on Awarapan 2 trailer drop

Filmmaker Mohit Suri shared an emotional note after seeing the trailer for Awarapan 2. He expressed how returning to the Awarapan world felt deeply personal for him. The sequel is being directed by Nitin Kakkar and written by Bilal Siddiqui. Suri praised the team, especially Disha Patani, and passed the baton to producer Vishesh Bhatt. Awarapan 2 is set to release worldwide on August 14, 2026.

📜 Akal Takht demands compliance report on anti-sacrilege bill

The Akal Takht panel has made it clear that no discussions will happen without a compliance report. This directive was issued by the panel in relation to the anti-sacrilege bill. The demand is specifically tied to recent legislative actions concerning the bill. This move signals a strong stance regarding the implementation of the law. Future talks depend entirely on the submission of this required compliance documentation. 📜

🚨 Wife's Chat Plan: Husband Allegedly Targeted for Murder

A WhatsApp chat exposed a suspected plot to murder a husband by staging a road accident. This incident involves Gade Rajeshwar Rao, a resident of Chilakodu village, and his wife Bhavani in Telangana. The alleged plot was revealed after Rao discovered compromising chats on July 28, 2026. Bhavani reportedly told her lover, Saidulu, to kill him or she would commit suicide. Police registered a Zero FIR on August 1, and an investigation is currently underway. 😟

🥃 High Court to check liquor sales ban by FSSAI

The Bombay High Court will examine a plea from liquor manufacturers against the FSSAI's prohibitory orders. United Spirits and Mohan Meakin approached the High Court regarding the halt of their IMFL sales since June. This action was taken by FSSAI due to alleged misleading labelling and unauthorized flavour additions. The court acknowledged the industry-wide shutdown but allowed the ASG to appear due to the wide-reaching impact of any decision. Manufacturers argue that labelling changes cannot happen overnight due to state excise approvals. 🥃

🚗 74 drivers fined big in Siddipet for traffic fouls

A court in Siddipet fined 74 motorists a total of ₹5.71 lakh for various traffic violations. The enforcement drive by the Siddipet Traffic Police resulted in 40 being booked for drunk driving and 34 for driving without a valid license. The fines were set at ₹4,05,500 for DUI and ₹1,65,500 for unlicensed driving. Traffic Inspector Chettukrindi Muthyam Raju emphasized that drunk driving puts everyone on the road at risk. Drivers are urged to follow all traffic rules to prevent future accidents. 🚗

🦠 Africa CDC pushes village-level plan for Ebola control

The Africa CDC has urged a village-level response to manage the ongoing Ebola outbreak. This strategy was decided during a high-level crisis meeting held in Kinshasa, the capital of the DRC. Key figures like Jean Kaseya and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus attended the meeting on Wednesday. Priority actions include free healthcare and safeguarding the reopening of schools next month. Implementation of these measures is set to begin immediately to curb the virus spread. 🦠

🎾 Amaravati Pickleball League kicks off in Vijayawada

The Amaravati Pickleball League (AMPL) was inaugurated on Friday by Sports Minister Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy. The event took place at Nitro Pickleball & Café in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. This inaugural league is scheduled to run from August 7 to August 9, 2026. The Minister stressed the government's aim to make Andhra Pradesh a 'Healthy Andhra Pradesh' through sports promotion. This tournament marks a milestone in growing pickleball culture across the state. 🎾

🛡️ Arunachal CM denies China incursion, vows probe

Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu denied reports of Chinese incursions in the Taksing area of Upper Subansiri district on Friday, August 7, 2026. He stated the Indian Army maintained the border well, contradicting the Nah Welfare Society's claims near Yaja and Togo villages. Khandu confirmed inviting NWS representatives to verify their concerns regarding the alleged PLA crossing the LAC. The government will conduct a ground-level assessment to establish the facts of the reported incident. Furthermore, he addressed Supreme Court summons related to ₹1,270 crore contracts. 🧐

🔮 Two eclipses hitting this August, astro says

Two significant eclipses are scheduled to occur during the month of August. These celestial events are being analyzed by astrologers for their potential impact on life. Specific dates and placements are detailed in the astrological readings provided by Vogue Adria. Generally, eclipses are seen as periods of major transformation and change in cosmic cycles. The readings suggest these events will bring notable shifts to various aspects of life.