🤫 How Russia Hides Putin: Secret Trains and Offices

Russian President Vladimir Putin employs extreme measures to obscure his movements, making tracking him incredibly difficult for journalists. Reports indicate he operates from nearly identical offices across various residences to confuse his location. His security detail also utilizes a specially equipped, disguised presidential train to evade surveillance. The Kremlin has also been accused of releasing pre-recorded meetings, known as 'konservy', days after they actually occurred. These secretive tactics have intensified since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, raising security stakes significantly.

🏛️ Judiciary isn't taking sides, Constitution is supreme

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that the Indian judiciary bases its decisions purely on constitutional values and does not take sides. He explained that the Constitution is the greatest power, and the judiciary has a key role in strengthening its basic structure. CJI Surya Kant highlighted that judicial intervention for vulnerable groups is a core duty, utilizing PIL and suo motu cases. He also mentioned that docket management reforms are helping to reduce case pendency across all courts. CJI Surya Kant was sworn in as Chief Justice of India on November 24, 2025.

🔭 Gas stream tilts young star system disk

A massive stream of gas is feeding into the GW Orionis triple star system, potentially causing its disk to tilt. This system is located about 1,500 light years away in Orion. The research details this gas feeding on October 12, 2024, showing a streamer impacting the outer ring. This finding suggests star formation isn't always perfectly neat, potentially affecting planet orbits. Scientists will now use ALMA to find similar streams in other young star systems. 🪐

🗳️ TN CM asks PM to fix 543 seats and 33% women quota

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay wrote to PM Narendra Modi on Thursday seeking Constitutional amendments. He highlighted a resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Wednesday regarding constituency delimitation. This resolution demanded the Lok Sabha strength remain permanently at 543 and urged a 33% reservation for women. The Assembly warned that post-1971 population-based delimitation would cause injustice to southern states. Vijay requested the Centre to implement these changes for upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly polls. 🗳️

🏛️ Layout gets approval, heritage rules followed

TGIIC stated that the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) considered conservation areas before granting layout approval. This addressed a news report claiming Durgam Cheruvu Heritage hillocks were listed for auction. The layout was initially put up for auction in 2007-08, but was approved in 2017 following Heritage Rock Preservation committee guidelines. TGIIC later submitted development proposals that were approved after considering heritage rock rules and Durgam Cheruvu's buffer area. Specific preservation zones and ecosystem safeguards have been strictly defined and followed.

💿 Kanto drops the second-gen Obi3 turntable

Kanto Audio has officially launched the second-generation Obi3 turntable, featuring a belt-drive system and platter-mounted speed sensor. This new model is from Kanto Audio and is available in North America right now. It boasts features like adjustable counterweight, anti-skate control, and electronic speed selection for 33-1/3 and 45 RPM. The Obi3G2 includes an Audio-Technica AT3600L cartridge and Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless play. It is priced at $249.99 USD and worldwide release starts in early September. 🎧

📈 TNPSC boosts job vacancies after candidate complaints

Candidates complained about the low number of vacancies in the TNPSC Group I examination for state jobs. This occurred as TNPSC initially announced only 26 vacancies across various posts. On Thursday, TNPSC issued an addendum, raising the total number of vacancies from 26 to 46. TNPSC Chairman S.K.Prabakar confirmed this increase would be officially notified online. This move addresses student concerns regarding reduced opportunities in the competitive exams. 🧐

🤝 India-Bangladesh talks aim for quick PM visit

India and Bangladesh are currently in discussions regarding an early bilateral visit by PM Tarique Rahman to New Delhi. The talks took place in Dhaka, Bangladesh, following a meeting between High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi and PM Rahman. Officials hope this visit, ideally before the end of August or early September, normalizes relations and addresses May 2025 trade restrictions. This move seeks to revive the Ganga waters treaty and energy deals between the two nations. However, sources caution that actions by Sheikh Hasina could negatively impact these fresh diplomatic initiatives. 🤝

🎮 Netflix shutting down two game studios

Netflix is closing two of its owned game studios, Night School and Moonloot. These studios are located in Los Angeles and Helsinki, respectively. The closures are happening after Night School released the horror game Unhinged six weeks ago. Netflix states this shift is to focus on kids' gaming, party games, and story-driven content. The company is also cutting jobs from its internal games team as it changes its strategy. 📉

🚨 Court uncovers major evidence in NEET leak case

The Rouse Avenue Court has revealed overwhelming incriminating material related to the NEET-UG exam leak scandal. This evidence targets 13 accused individuals allegedly involved in the leak syndicate's operations. The court order highlights their supposed roles in circulating leaked exam materials across various platforms. Furthermore, the accused are also implicated in attempts to destroy crucial evidence, including digital devices. Authorities are now proceeding with further action based on this serious judicial finding.

🥊 Terrel Williams' boxing career after Prichard Colon fight

Terrel Williams beat Prichard Colon by disqualification in the ninth round in Fairfax, Virginia, in October 2015. After this fight, Colon suffered a serious brain injury and passed away on August 13, 2026, at age 33. Williams did not return to the ring for two years before winning a comeback fight in November 2017. He later had four fights, losing to Thomas Dulorme on September 21, 2019. Currently, Williams is retired from professional boxing and has largely stayed out of the public spotlight. 🥊