🇮🇳 Full 'Vande Mataram' played at Independence Day event

The full version of 'Vande Mataram' was played before and after President Murmu's address on the eve of the 80th Independence Day. This happened with President Droupadi Murmu in India on Friday. This followed the amendment granting 'Vande Mataram' legal status equal to the national anthem on August 11, 2026. The President highlighted the song's role during India's freedom struggle and paid tribute to freedom fighters. Under the new law, disrupting the song is now a criminal offense punishable by up to three years in jail.

📶 BSNL to bring 5G to Andhra Pradesh soon

BSNL plans to roll out 5G services across Andhra Pradesh within the next five to six months. This announcement was made by Chief General Manager M. Seshachalam during a press conference in Vijayawada on Friday. The company is currently expanding its 4G network and has established 1,359 towers for remote villages. BSNL has also launched special offers, including the Freedom 20 mobile offer and the ₹1,111 Fiber Freedom plan. The company aims for a revenue target of ₹1,400 crore for the AP Circle this financial year. 📶

😔 Noida woman calls out loneliness in high-rises

A woman in Noida shared her experience about the profound loneliness present in large high-rise residential societies. Namita Shukla detailed her observations on Instagram regarding the lack of interaction among neighbors living metres apart. She noted that despite the crowds, there is often only hollowness behind the buildings. Shukla advised forming a small circle of dependable friends to make life bearable in such complexes. Her comments resonated with many internet users who felt the same isolation.

🚀 Puducherry smashes export target with big jump

Puducherry achieved a major milestone by hitting ₹4,900 crore in exports during the 2025-26 fiscal year. This significant growth was recorded in the Union Territory, according to Secretary of Industries A. Vikranth Raja. The territory surpassed the government's initial target of ₹4,000 crore set previously. This success was driven by sectors like pharmaceuticals, inorganic chemicals, and electrical machinery. The government plans to sustain this momentum and further diversify the export market moving forward. 📈

✈️ AI flight hit by 12 alerts, hydraulic issues before drop

An Air India Airbus A320neo experienced a sudden 300-ft altitude loss while en route to New Delhi on August 4th. The flight, carrying 137 passengers and eight crew members, recorded 12 warnings, including hydraulic failures across its three systems. Airbus found the Green hydraulic system failed before 04:02:44 hours, causing a four-second loss of control. The investigation is complex, covering both technical issues and the PIC's positive drug test results. Authorities are examining all data, including maintenance records and ATC communications, to determine the cause. 🧐

👑 Tour D’ Royale returns with new season

HistoryTV18 has officially announced the launch of a new season for the popular show, Tour D’ Royale. The series is set to explore rich historical narratives across various locations. The new season is scheduled to debut on October 25th and will cover several new chapters. This show aims to blend historical facts with engaging, magical storytelling elements. Viewers can expect deep dives into ancient civilizations and royal courts moving forward.

🧐 Skull Cap Post Sparks Online Debate

A controversial post made by an individual wearing a skull cap has ignited significant discussion across social media platforms. The post, which is currently under review, was shared by an unidentified person across various online forums. Specific details regarding the content of the post were not disclosed, nor were any precise dates or figures provided in the initial reports. This situation has brought attention to online conduct and the implications of public posts. Authorities are reportedly monitoring the situation to determine the appropriate course of action moving forward. 🧐

👑 Brunei Sultan strips daughter-in-law of royal title

Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei has stripped his daughter-in-law, Pengiran Raabi’atul Adawiyyah, of her royal title due to 'unbecoming' conduct. This action was taken by the country’s Office of the Grand Chamberlain on Saturday, August 8. Raabi’atul, 33, is married to Prince Abdul Malik, 43, who is fourth in line to the throne. The decision claims her actions tarnished the monarchy's name but specifics were not disclosed. Currently, there is no official announcement regarding a divorce between the couple. 👑

🛰️ Titan's ocean theory might be off

Scientists are rethinking the long-held belief that Saturn's moon Titan has a global ocean under its icy shell. A 2025 paper in Nature reanalyzed Cassini's radio data, suggesting the interior is likely mostly slushy ice. This new study found Titan dissipating significant energy, which a global ocean model could not explain. Instead, the data supports a thick, high-pressure ice layer with pockets of liquid water. Future missions like Dragonfly could help confirm this new model of Titan's interior. 🧊

🇮🇳 India's Independence Day date originally planned differently

India celebrates its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026. Initially, India's freedom was set to happen on June 30, 1948, in India. Political pressure and rising unrest pushed the date forward by over a year, bringing self-rule sooner. Lord Mountbatten chose August 15 because it marked the second anniversary of Japan's surrender in 1945. This date symbolized the victory of peace over conflict for a free India. 🕊️

🎬 Lanterns is DCU's best project so far

The 8-part HBO Max thriller, Lanterns, is hailed as the DCU's best project to date. It is a modest-budget live-action murder mystery set in the Green Lantern universe. The series, created by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, is set in the American heartland. It features Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart, two recognizable Green Lantern corps members. The show balances plot and lore effectively, offering a compelling narrative experience. 🎬