😔 Health worker strike messes with Ebola fight in Congo

A strike by health workers has significantly disrupted the ongoing Ebola response efforts. This disruption is taking place in Eastern Congo, impacting critical healthcare services. The strike action began in early July and has affected several local health centers. This slowdown is causing delays in vaccination drives and patient care for Ebola cases. Authorities are currently negotiating with the striking workers to resume full operations swiftly. 😔

😠 CITU says Labour Codes will harm workers

CITU all-India secretary Karumalaiyan stated that the four Labour Codes negatively impact workers' rights. He made these remarks at a workshop held at Yechuri Bhavan in Maddilapalem on Sunday. The codes are criticized for making union formation and collective bargaining harder. Furthermore, they are seen as favoring employers through easier closure procedures. CITU State president Ch. Narsinga Rao and other workers attended the event.

📉 Batwara 1947 struggles against Awarapan 2

The film Batwara 1947 is facing stiff competition at the box office on its second day. The movie is competing directly against the release of Awarapan 2 in the market. Specific collection numbers for both films on day two were not provided in the report. This competition is making it tough for Batwara 1947 to maintain its momentum. The industry will monitor the performance closely in the coming days. 📉

🇮🇳 CMC Director honored at President's reception

Vikram Mathews, former Director of CMC Vellore and Senior Professor of Clinical Haematology, attended the 'At Home' reception. The event took place at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, hosted by President Droupadi Murmu. This reception honored individuals for their significant service and achievements in the nation. The ceremony featured constitutional authorities, diplomats, government officials, and distinguished citizens. CMC Vellore extended congratulations to Vikram Mathews on receiving this national honour.

📈 Wall Street checks interest rates at AI event

Wall Street is closely monitoring interest rate movements during a major AI-fueled market event. Several major financial players and tech giants are in attendance across global hubs. Key data points being watched include upcoming inflation reports scheduled for mid-November. The market is anticipating how these rate decisions will impact the current tech valuations and economic outlook. Investors are positioned to make strategic moves based on the prevailing monetary policy signals. 📈

💰 Belgium student uncovers huge gold stash at old brewery site

An 18-year-old student unearthed a massive hidden stash of gold during routine sewer work at a former brewery site in Belgium. The discovery was made by the student, Kobe, while working near Sint-Gillis-Dendermonde on Tuesday. The treasure, comprising coins and bullion, is estimated to be worth around ₹99 crore. Belgian law dictates that the finder does not automatically own buried treasure, complicating ownership. Authorities are investigating the gold, which is now secured in Brussels, to determine its legal owner.

🎾 Sania Mirza's extra hour wait goes viral

Sania Mirza shared a quirky Instagram Reel showing her waiting for her son, Izhaan Mirza Malik, after his football practice. She joked that she was forced to socialize for an extra hour against her will while waiting. The video quickly went viral, with netizens relating strongly to the motherly sacrifices shown. Users called it 'The Motherhood Chronicles,' appreciating the unseen efforts of mothers. This post followed a discussion where her mother joked that her 'Plan B' for her tennis career was getting married. 🎾

🌊 300+ stranded at Kendrapada school amid floods

Over 300 students and teachers are stuck in a flooded residential school in Kulasahi village, Kendrapada district. The 15-year-old Kulasahi Ashram School in Penthapala gram panchayat is submerged with 10-ft-deep water on the ground floor. This situation began last Saturday when Brahmani river floodwaters surged nearby. Officials confirmed students are safe on the first floor, but rescue is hard due to strong currents. The district administration has ordered relief supplies to be sent to the stranded group.

🛡️ Keltron gets self-cert for three defense products

The state-run Keltron has secured self-certification rights from the Ministry of Defence for three specific products. These include an electromagnetic log, an echosounder, and an underwater telephone system used in maritime defense. The Directorate General of Quality Assurance awarded this status after thorough inspection of quality systems and control practices. Rear Admiral T. Ajit presented the certificate to Keltron MD Sreekumar Nair in the presence of Industries Minister P.K. Kunhalikutty. Keltron has already supplied two items and received an extra order for submarine echosounders for the Indian Navy.

📰 Fake Iran quote goes global from India to US

A fabricated quote attributed to Iran's IRGC commander traveled from an X account in India to global stages. The claim surfaced on August 5, stating Iran would pursue nuclear weapons as long as the US and Israel possessed them. This false narrative was amplified by Israeli media, cited by PM Benjamin Netanyahu, and picked up by US politicians and Fox News. Researchers later found no credible source for the statement, leading to retractions. This incident shows how quickly unverified social media claims gain massive credibility through repetition. 🤯

🐚 Solar-powered oyster farm is getting a glow-up 🌊

Engineers in mid-coast Maine are testing 3D-COAST, a solar-powered floating conveyor system for oyster farming. The platform, managed by The World's Your Oyster Co., is designed to yield up to 125,000 oysters annually from one 8x25-foot raft. This automated process uses a vertical loop to tumble oysters, helping shape them and naturally removing unwanted marine growth. The system aims to significantly reduce the heavy physical labor currently required in traditional farming methods. Field testing of the prototype will continue through the 2026 growing season, with final data expected in early 2027.