💻 Govt offices switch to T-Fiber internet by Sept 1, 2026

Telangana officials have been instructed to exclusively use T-Fiber for internet service in all government offices starting September 1, 2026. IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu issued this directive to stop payments to private internet service providers from that date. The state also ordered an acceleration of the 'Internet to every home' initiative implementation. T-Fiber must connect all government offices by the deadline and service the Future City project in Hyderabad. The migration from T-SWAN to T-Fiber needs to be finalized within one month.

🧐 HC says suspicion isn't enough for NEET tampering claims

The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that NEET OMR tampering allegations cannot be accepted based only on suspicion. A bench led by Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha dismissed a petition from a candidate regarding the 2026 undergraduate NEET re-examination. This case arose after candidates alleged their uploaded OMR sheets were altered, following the June 21 re-test. The court noted the claims rested solely on the petitioner's comparison chart, lacking independent proof of manipulation. Consequently, the court found no arbitrariness or procedural irregularity in the examination evaluation. 🧐

🏅 India's Para Athletes Nail It in Glasgow Games

India's para athletes achieved significant success at the Glasgow event. They secured a total of 7 para medals across various disciplines. This haul included an impressive tally of 3 gold medals, marking a strong performance. The achievements showcase the dedication and skill of the Indian contingent. The team will now carry this momentum forward in upcoming competitions. 🏅

🧐 Gen Z Unmasks India's Prime-Time Propaganda

Gen Z activists successfully exposed the operation of India's prime-time propaganda machine. This movement involved a group of young individuals across various platforms. The exposé highlighted several instances dating back to early 2023. The initiative aimed to bring transparency to the narrative control within major news broadcasts. Authorities are reportedly investigating the methods used by these digital activists. 🧐

🏥 Private colleges dominate MBBS seats in India

Private medical colleges now account for a majority of India's total MBBS seats, totaling 54% out of 1,36,939 seats across 823 colleges. For the 2026-27 academic year, 7,800 seats (79%) were added in private colleges versus 2,111 in government colleges. This shift marks the first time the private sector holds such a large majority in undergraduate medical education. While seats have expanded significantly from 2014-15, affordability is now a major concern for students. The overall seat count has increased steadily over the last decade to reach this high mark.

🩺 India's MBBS seats hit record high, private sector takes lead

India has reached a record of 1.37 lakh MBBS seats across 823 medical colleges for the 2026-27 academic year. Private medical colleges now hold a majority share with 73,643 seats, compared to 63,296 in government colleges. Additionally, 7,800 of the new 9,911 seats added for 2026-27 are in private institutions. This shift marks the first time the private sector has a majority in undergraduate medical education, sparking affordability concerns. The total MBBS seats have grown significantly from 51,348 in 2014-15 to the current record.

📑 CBDT drops FAQs on new tax bill for 2026

The CBDT has released a comprehensive FAQ document to clarify the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This move was made by the Central Board of Direct Taxes to enhance taxpayer understanding of the changes introduced in the Lok Sabha today. Key amendments include extending tax exemptions for electronics manufacturers until Tax Year 2040-41 and simplifying data centre rules. Furthermore, new exemptions are proposed for foreign diamond mining companies until March 31, 2041, and dividend tax relief is being extended. These changes aim to boost manufacturing and attract more foreign investment into India. 💰

🎮 Two New Games Drop on Xbox Game Pass Today

Two new games are available starting today across different tiers of Xbox Game Pass. These additions are available to subscribers across various service levels. The updates rolled out on August 4th, providing fresh content for users. This continuous lineup refresh keeps the Game Pass library diverse and appealing. Subscribers can check out the new titles immediately on their consoles.

⚽ Former Barca defender wants to return home

Sergi Dominguez, a 21-year-old former Barcelona defender, has stated his ultimate goal is to come back to the Catalan club. He left Barça last summer in a €1.2 million transfer to Dinamo Zagreb. After one year, he has become a standout defender, helping Dinamo win both the league and cup. Dominguez feels Dinamo's style is very similar to Barcelona's, which helps his development. He plans to continue improving and hopes his performances will lead to a return to Barcelona. ⚽

🛡️ India fights 9 trade battles at WTO

India is currently defending nine trade disputes at the World Trade Organization against several nations. These challenges come from countries like Japan, China, the European Union, Brazil, and Australia. So far, about Rs 2.43 crore has been spent on law firms to manage these ongoing cases. The disputes cover issues from sugar subsidies to India's Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes. Further spending will depend on how these various international proceedings progress. 🛡️

🗳️ Karnataka's high voter deletion rates explained

Karnataka is seeing one of the country's highest draft-stage electoral roll deletions due to migration and low awareness. This issue is prominent in Bengaluru and North Karnataka districts, with 65.39 lakh voters marked as permanently shifted. The large number of shifted voters is mainly due to internal migration driven by poor opportunities. Migrant workers often lack necessary documentation and are unaware of the SIR process. The burden now falls on the voter to prove their eligibility despite the confusion. 😥