🏏 Eathan Bosch makes T20I debut for South Africa

Zimbabwe opted to bat first against South Africa in the second match of the tri-series in Windhoek. Eathan Bosch is making his T20I debut for South Africa, joining Duan Jansen on the tour. This series has seen South Africa lose one match, where they were beaten by Namibia by 18 runs on February 18th. The tour serves as a precursor to the Africa Cup, despite ongoing broadcast disruptions. The lineups for both teams have been finalized ahead of the next game.

🧑‍⚖️ Court orders medical care for fasting tribal students

Tribal students at the Government Tribal Hostel in Pune district, Maharashtra, have been on a hunger strike for 15 days. The Bombay High Court issued a directive to the Maharashtra government regarding these students. This action was taken due to poor infrastructure, safety hazards, and unresolved grievances within the hostels. The court on Saturday mandated immediate medical assistance, hospitalisation, and supervised care for the fasting students. This ruling aims to ensure no student loses their life while protesting. 🧑‍⚖️

🏥 Court orders medical help for fasting tribal students

The Bombay High Court mandated the Maharashtra government to provide immediate medical aid to tribal students on hunger strike in Pune. The issue was brought up by Ashok Kavadu Meshram regarding poor conditions at State-run tribal hostels in Pune district. Students have been fasting for 15 days, and the bench stressed that no life should be lost. The court ordered the State to ensure timely medical assistance and hospitalization if doctors advise it. The matter is set for a follow-up hearing on August 31. 🏥

💖 Akanksha Chamola on Gaurav Khanna's reaction to her sexuality

Actor Akanksha Chamola revealed that her husband, Gaurav Khanna, accepted her bisexuality before their marriage. She stated that he found her sexuality 'very hot' and she chose to remain loyal to him. The couple married on November 24, 2016, in Kanpur, keeping their private life largely away from the public eye. Later, during Lock Upp Season 2, she announced they were heading for divorce after living separately for about a year. She is now exploring her identity, mentioning a shift towards being asexual. 💖

🏠 Zee founder's finances: Living on rent income

Zee founder Subhash Chandra stated he is currently running expenses using income from renting out a small residential house. He and the Essel Group sold family assets, including their house, to repay loans, leaving him with ₹6.5 crore. The NCLT approved his repayment plan on August 25th, allocating ₹6.25 crore to creditors against claims of ₹22,006.57 crore. Chandra expressed confidence in rebuilding his wealth and plans to work on investments in Switzerland. However, lenders like Canara Bank plan to challenge the NCLT's approval order. 🏠

💥 Minister showdown: Paswan demands Manjhi resign over quota row

A major rift is brewing within the NDA as Chirag Paswan has demanded the resignation of Jitan Ram Manjhi. This tension arose after Manjhi's HAM (Secular) called for a review of the reservation policy. The dispute centers on Manjhi's push for sub-quotas for SCs and STs, gaining traction amidst anti-quota protests in Delhi. Paswan strongly countered, stating Manjhi should resign if he supports a creamy layer within SC reservations. This political clash highlights ongoing debates about social justice and reservation benefits.

😠 Minister clash: Paswan asks Manjhi to resign over quota row

A rift is brewing in the NDA as Chirag Paswan demanded the resignation of Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi. This dispute occurred after HAM (Secular) pushed for a review of the reservation policy. The issue gained traction around August 29, 2026, amid anti-quota protests in Delhi. HAM argues that Dalit reservation benefits are not reaching the most vulnerable groups, citing a 2024 Supreme Court judgment. Paswan countered that Manjhi should resign if he supports a creamy layer within SC reservations. 😠

🛡️ India's military shift: Beyond LoC strikes

Former Army Chief General M M Naravane described Operation Sindoor as a necessary action signaling a major change in India's approach. He explained that instead of just hitting terrorist bases near the border, they struck supporters deep inside Pakistan. This operation, following the Pahalgam attack, targeted areas like Muridke and Bahawalpur. Naravane stated this shift demonstrated that terrorism supporters could not escape Indian action anywhere. He also commented on the persistent boundary dispute between India and China. 🇮🇳

🌿 Natural living is key for total health, says expert

Dr. Manthena Satyanarayana Raju emphasized that a nature-aligned lifestyle, disciplined eating, and yoga are crucial for good health. He spoke at a two-day awareness program in Tirupati, jointly organized by the AP AYUSH department and TTD. Dr. Manthena stressed regulating routines with sunrise and sunset, and finishing dinner before 6 pm. He highlighted millets, intermittent fasting, and moderation in food, referencing the principle of “Ekabhuktam, Lankhanam Paramoushadham”. He also urged parents and schools to build healthy habits in children from early on.

🚗 Minibus crash kills 27 in Zimbabwe

A minibus carrying church members tragically crashed head-on with a haulage truck in central Zimbabwe. The accident took place around 18:30 GMT on Friday near Chivhu, which is 140km south of Harare. Reports indicate at least 27 people died, with 23 confirmed at the scene and others succumbing later. The crash happened when the truck attempted to overtake another vehicle on a remote stretch of road. This incident adds to a pattern of fatal road accidents across Zimbabwe due to poor road conditions. 😔

🦕 324-million-year-old fossil rewrites insect evolution

A remarkable insect fossil, named Chosha praecursor, was discovered in western Texas, offering insights into early insect evolution. This stem insect was found in the Late Mississippian period, approximately 324 million years ago, in the Tesnus Formation. The fossil features 24 legs, with many paddle-like structures on the abdomen, suggesting a slow transition from water to land. This discovery helps fill an 80-million-year gap in the hexapod fossil record, indicating a prolonged amphibious phase. Researchers believe this proves insects gradually adapted, rather than making a sudden jump, to terrestrial life. 🦕