🔋 Honor is packing a massive 12000mAh battery for gaming

Honor is preparing trial production of a 12000mAh battery specifically targeting mobile gaming experiences. This large cell capacity is expected to debut in the WIN 2 series later this year. The WIN 2 series is anticipated by the end of 2026 and will feature a flagship 2nm chipset. This upgrade significantly boosts gaming performance over the first-gen WIN models with their 10000mAh battery. Final specs will be confirmed upon the official announcement of the WIN 2 series. 🔋

⚖️ CJI Surya Kant: Lawyers' role since freedom struggle

CJI Surya Kant addressed the Supreme Court Bar Association's Independence Day function on August 15, 2026. He highlighted the integral constitutional and social role of the legal profession during India's freedom struggle. The CJI noted that leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Dr B.R. Ambedkar were lawyers, making the profession part of the movement. Today, the responsibility has shifted to ensuring constitutional promises are upheld, especially for marginalized groups. He urged young lawyers to protect and carry forward the institutions of justice built by previous generations. ⚖️

😠 Protest leader alleges police beat him near I-Day event

Jharkhand protest leader Devendra Nath Mahto alleged that police beat him at a Ranchi hospital when he tried to join a Tiranga Yatra. This incident occurred on Saturday at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium, Ranchi, during Independence Day celebrations. Mahto, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike since August 2, suffered a chest injury in the confrontation. He stated that after 80 years, they only have nominal freedom, questioning the stop. Mahto is demanding transparency regarding JPSC and JSSC exam irregularities going forward. 😥

😠 Protester claims police beat him over I-Day event

Jharkhand protest leader Devendra Nath Mahto alleged that police assaulted him at a Ranchi hospital. He was reportedly prevented from joining the Tiranga Yatra at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium on Independence Day. Mahto has been on a 14-day hunger strike concerning JPSC and JSSC recruitment exam irregularities. He claimed he sustained a chest injury during the confrontation while trying to participate peacefully. Moving forward, protesters are demanding a fair investigation and accountability for the exam issues. ✊

🇮🇳 Congress mocks PM's tricolor pocket square

Congress leaders mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tricolour pocket square during his Independence Day speech. The criticism, sparked by Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera, claimed the sequence resembled the flag of Ireland. This exchange happened on Saturday, August 15, 2026, during the Red Fort address. Social media users countered that it was just a pocket square, not a flag, and argued against politicization. PM Modi also announced free online coaching and AI skill training for one crore youth. 🇮🇳

🇮🇳 Minister backs youth protests on I-Day in Shivamogga

Karnataka's Minister for School Education and Literacy, Madhu Bangarappa, acknowledged recent youth protests regarding the NEET paper leak during the Independence Day celebrations in Shivamogga. He stated that youth must question both the government and society regarding employment, education, and justice. The government plans to fill 72,000 vacancies, including 15,000 teachers, and build 1,000 Karnataka Public Schools. Furthermore, the minister assured resolution for cultivators facing issues near the Sharavati project. The event saw cultural performances and a marchpast involving 29 platoons.

🏛️ Mahua Moitra challenges Lok Sabha eviction order

TMC MP Mahua Moitra has written to the Lok Sabha Speaker regarding the order to evict her from her residence. Opposition MPs have shown solidarity and rallied behind her decision. The issue was brought up following a recent directive concerning her accommodation arrangements. This move highlights ongoing political tensions within the legislative body. Further developments are expected as the matter progresses through official channels. 🏛️

🇮🇳 Vande Mataram skipped at Kerala's Independence Day

Vande Mataram was notably absent from the Kerala government’s Independence Day celebrations held at Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. The omission caused controversy despite a Chief Secretary directive calling for the national song to be sung fully. The event took place on Saturday, August 15, and included Chief Minister V D Satheesan. This absence contrasts with Satheesan's earlier comments linking the matter to the Union's Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. The Chief Minister focused his speech on democracy, constitutional rights, and social equality. 🇮🇳

🎓 Sheffield offers big fee cut for Indian students 🎓

The University of Sheffield Scholarship 2027 offers a £7,000 tuition fee reduction for eligible international students. Indian students are among those who can receive this award for postgraduate taught degrees starting in September 2027. Students qualify if they accept their offer by July 6, 2027, and meet residency criteria. This scholarship aims to make UK postgraduate study more affordable for international learners. The award is automatic, but students must study the eligible course fully at the University of Sheffield.

🧠 Flu aftermath: Brain fog lingers for some survivors

Some patients who recovered from the H1N1 flu continue to struggle with memory and concentration issues. This post-recovery brain fog affects various individuals across different regions. Reports indicate that these cognitive problems persist for several weeks or even months following the infection. The lingering symptoms are thought to be related to the body's response to the severe viral infection. Further medical research is needed to fully understand and treat these long-term effects.

🏫 CJP launches 'School Thik Karo' campaign in Maharashtra

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke launched the 'School Thik Karo' campaign after inspecting a Zilla Parishad school in Hingoli, Maharashtra. He highlighted that poor students lack equal opportunities due to neglected government schools. Dipke noted the lack of water in toilets and broken windows at the school during his inspection on August 15th. He also claimed 94,000 state-run schools have been shut down in the last ten years across India. In the next phase, he plans to visit more Maharashtra schools and demand private school fee caps. 📚