🏛️ Former leader asks govt to drop new law uni plan 🏛️

Basavaraj Horatti has urged the State government to drop the plan to set up another law university in Bengaluru. He addressed Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, noting the Karnataka State Law University in Hubballi was established after a long struggle. The existing KSLU, operational since 2009, already holds an A grade accreditation from NAAC. Horatti argues that a new university would undermine regional balance, given Bengaluru already hosts over 10 deemed universities. He demands the state focus on KSLU's infrastructure and fill vacant faculty posts.

😠 Protesters tell Gandhi cops called them traitors

Rahul Gandhi praised the courage of students who protested at Jantar Mantar last month. He met with a group of students in Delhi during the July 20 crackdown against the NEET-UG paper leak. Students alleged police used lathicharge and that cops called them traitors during the protest. One student sustained an ear injury after being hit by a pellet during the mayhem. The students questioned the PM's forgiveness for abusive language used against him. 😠

🕊️ Hamas agreed to disarm, why isn't Israel leaving Gaza?

Hamas has reportedly agreed to disarm as part of ongoing negotiations. This agreement was reached during talks between the involved parties in the region. Specific details regarding the terms and dates of this disarmament are still being finalized. The situation remains tense as Israel has not yet withdrawn from the Gaza Strip. Future steps depend on the successful implementation of these agreements.

😠 School owner's 'go to Pakistan' remark sparks uproar

Controversy flared after the owner of Dr. Raju Davis International School in Thrissur, Kerala, allegedly told absent students to 'go to Pakistan.' The remarks, shared in a parent WhatsApp group, criticized students missing the compulsory Independence Day event for lacking patriotism. Raju Davis later defended his statement, referencing Pakistan as 'India's enemy country.' He also criticized parents, calling their children 'defiant and arrogant' for not participating. The SFI Mala area committee has since organized a protest march against the school's management. 🇮🇳

🏺 Gorakhpur terracotta booming thanks to ODOP

The traditional terracotta industry around Gorakhpur has seen a major transformation through the UP government’s ODOP scheme. This initiative supported artisans in villages like Khutahan Khas and Langdi Gulriya. Rajjan Prajapati’s business grew to an estimated Rs 1.5 crore annually by dispatching truckloads. The scheme provided training, equipment, and market access, turning a household job into a commercial venture. Now, products reach major Indian cities and overseas markets via online platforms. 🤩

🚆 Train derailment in Essex causes week-long travel mess 🚆

A train derailed in Wickford, Essex, causing significant disruption to the railway line. The incident involved a Greater Anglia service carrying over 60 passengers at 14:12 BST on Friday. Extensive damage was found across 1.5 miles of track and infrastructure. Emergency repairs are underway, including fixing track parts and overhead line supports. The line closure between Billericay and Hockley is expected to last at least a week.

🧐 Greek elites possibly sported meteorite rings

Archaeological findings suggest that ancient Greek elites might have worn rings made from meteorite iron. This potential material was discovered in artifacts dating back to the classical period. Specific dates and locations of the finds are yet to be fully detailed in the latest reports. The use of such rare and exotic metal points to high social status among the wearers. Researchers are now examining further evidence to confirm this ancient jewelry trend. 🧐

⚛️ Proton's secret might be a gluon junction

New measurements suggest a proton's baryon number might not live only in its three quarks. Researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory's RHIC used the STAR detector for this investigation. The findings came from analyzing various high-energy collisions conducted over the last 25 years. This challenges the standard model by proposing a hidden Y-shaped gluon structure carries this fundamental quantum property. Future work will continue to probe these complex interactions to settle the mystery. 🧐

😠 Pala Congress rebels feud over vice-chair spot

A fresh rift has appeared among Congress rebels in Pala concerning the vice-chairperson post. This conflict involves dissident councillors attempting to align with the Opposition bloc in Pala municipality. The election was triggered by the removal of UDF-backed chairperson Diya Binu Pulikkakandam on July 2. The group now requires clear consensus on both chairperson and vice-chairperson roles before moving forward. The District Congress Committee plans to file a disqualification petition against the four dissident councillors on Monday.

💔 Bengaluru Engineer's Last Audio Note Before Tragedy

A Bengaluru engineer recorded an audio note saying, 'Amma, I am going to die' just before committing suicide and killing his wife. The incident took place in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The event occurred on a specific date not mentioned in the provided text. This tragic act followed a period of intense marital conflict and mental distress. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this devastating event. 💔

⚖️ All orgs must follow Karnataka's laws: CM Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated that all organizations must adhere to the law of the land while conducting programs. This was said on Sunday, August 16, in Kodagu while responding to comments from BJP functionary B.L. Santhosh. The Karnataka Regulation of Use of Government Premises and Public Property Bill, 2026, is the proposed legislation being discussed. Shivakumar clarified that the bill only clarifies existing provisions and there is no need for alarm. He emphasized that all parties, including JD(S), BJP, and Congress, operate within the legal framework. ⚖️