🇮🇳 India brushes off Pakistan's protest over US Ambassador's J&K remark

The Ministry of External Affairs dismissed Pakistan's summons to a top US diplomat regarding Ambassador Sergio Gor's statement. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that both Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. Gor remarked that the union territory is an "important part of India" during his visit to J&K and Ladakh. Islamabad protested, claiming Gor's comment was "factually incorrect," contradicting Washington's stance. The MEA maintained that the row stems from Islamabad's own frustration.

✅ Landslide survivors' rehab projects on track

All rehabilitation projects for Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide survivors are set to finish on schedule, according to Agriculture Minister T. Siddique. The Minister inaugurated the distribution of extra financial aid in Kalpetta on Friday, August 21. A total of ₹5.11 crore was allocated from CMDRF, with an initial ₹1.98 crore and a second phase release of ₹2.31 crore. This includes compensation for traders and building owners, and making agricultural land usable. Furthermore, a Doppler radar for weather monitoring will be operational by December this year. 😌

❤️ Vizianagaram SP kicks off blood donation drive

Vizianagaram Superintendent of Police A. R. Damodar inaugurated a new blood donation camp on Friday. This event was organized by the AP State Hotels Association, led by its State president G. Srinivasa Rao, in the Rotary Club hall of Vizianagaram. The camp successfully encouraged 125 individuals to donate blood, which the SP praised. G. Srinivasa Rao announced plans for approximately 50 such medical and blood donation camps across the State by October this year. The initiative continues to highlight community efforts towards saving lives.

🛡️ Google drops 3 major Chrome memory fixes fast

Google quickly released three critical Chrome updates to patch serious memory vulnerabilities. This action was taken for users of Chrome, across Windows, Mac, and Linux. The fixes addressed CVE-2026-76034, CVE-2026-76036, and CVE-2026-76017 within a 48-hour window. These flaws include buffer overflow and use-after-free issues in various browser components. Users must ensure they restart their browser after the automatic update process is complete. 💻

🤝 India aiming for HIV-free status by 2030

A health official stated that everyone must collaborate to make India HIV-free by the year 2030. This statement was made by Girija Thayi, Joint Director of Karnataka State AIDS Prevention Society, in Dakshina Kannada. The goal is set for 2030, and the meeting took place at the District Health and Family Welfare Officer's office. She emphasized that building an HIV-free India is a collective responsibility requiring public cooperation with health departments. The team also visited several Integrated Counselling and Testing Centres on August 21, 2026.

🏚️ Raval school looks like a warzone in UP

The school in Raval, UP, is in a severely dilapidated state. This grim condition is being observed by local observers and noted under Hema Malini's purview. Specific details regarding the infrastructure decay or exact dates were not provided in the report. The situation highlights serious issues within the local educational facilities. Authorities need to intervene urgently to address the poor state of the school.

🕵️ ED raids seven spots in Vivekananda Reddy murder case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at seven locations in Hyderabad and Kadapa on Friday, August 21. The raids targeted key accused residences in connection with the 2019 murder of Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy. During the operation, ₹24 lakh in unaccounted cash and two locker keys were seized from Y.S. Avinash Reddy's premises. The ED's money laundering case is based on CBI chargesheets alleging a conspiracy to eliminate Reddy due to his political influence. Further investigation is currently underway by the agency. 🕵️

📉 Walmart expects Flipkart's shift to hurt Q3 sales

Walmart anticipates a significant dip in its third-quarter sales performance. This expected downturn is linked to the shift of Big Billion Days sales activities by Flipkart. The company projects a hit exceeding 100 basis points in the upcoming quarter. This adjustment reflects changes in the competitive landscape within the Indian e-commerce sector. Walmart is now recalibrating its sales forecasts based on these market dynamics.

🎓 Sheela Reddy steps up at CUAP

C. Sheela Reddy, the senior-most professor from Political Science, has taken charge as the in-charge Vice-Chancellor of CUAP. She is taking over the role in Anantapur after S.A. Kori's term ended on August 20. Previously, she served as the Dean (Academics) at CUAP. She is an accomplished academic who also served as Principal of Sri Venkateshwara College, University of Delhi. Moving forward, she will lead the university based on her extensive experience. 🎓

🌾 Job card melas happening in Shirahatti taluk

A special awareness campaign and job card melas are running across Shirahatti taluk in Gadag district. This initiative is under the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act. The campaign runs from August 15 to September 15, with melas held in Kadakol, Rantur, and Majjur. Officials are visiting households to identify needy families and complete e-KYC formalities. The goal is to secure local employment and curb migration from rural areas. 🤝

🏥 Delhi ready for flu season surge

The Delhi health minister announced that the capital is fully equipped to handle the expected seasonal influenza cases. This preparation involves strengthening healthcare infrastructure across the city. Officials confirmed that necessary medical supplies and staff reinforcements are in place as of early October. The measures aim to ensure smooth patient care throughout the upcoming flu season. Authorities will continue monitoring the situation closely to manage any sudden spikes.