🍎 Kerala allocates funds for kids' healthy snacks

Kerala's Women and Child Development department has sanctioned ₹12 lakh for nutritious snacks in child care homes. The State Nirbhaya Cell oversees 23 homes, sheltering around 300 children who are survivors of sexual crimes. This support is an addition to the existing ₹2,650 monthly allowance per child. The funds aim to combat malnutrition and support the physical and mental growth of these vulnerable children. This eight-month initiative, running from August to March next year, will be supervised by the home management committee. 🍎

💎 From Dropout to Billionaire Jeweller King

Kiran Kumar, who dropped out of Class 5, has become the owner of Lalithaa Jewellery worth Rs 11,000 crore. He started his journey by utilizing his mother's small investment of four gold ornaments. This entrepreneurial success story highlights his relentless business acumen in the jewellery industry. His company has grown significantly over the years, establishing a major presence. Now, he continues to expand the legacy of Lalithaa Jewellery further. 💎

🔬 Q-Line Biotech IPO: What You Need to Know

Q-Line Biotech is launching its maiden book building IPO for 6,253,200 equity shares at a price band of Rs. 326 - Rs. 343. The company, which develops and manufactures diagnostic reagents, will open for subscription on May 21, 2026, and close on May 25, 2026. Financially, it showed top-line growth but had an inconsistent bottom line, reporting Rs. 28.13 cr net profit for FY25. The IPO aims to raise Rs. 214.48 cr, with funds designated for working capital and debt repayment. Informed investors might consider parking moderate funds for the long term.

😊 Sunny Deol on 56 Cr Debt: Still Happy

Sunny Deol revealed that he felt happy despite having a significant debt of Rs 56 crore. This financial situation involved him selling off his personal assets to manage the liabilities. The article notes this debt was incurred during his career endeavors. He stated that since the money was his, he felt content with the outcome. Moving forward, he appears to have navigated this period with a positive mindset.

⚖️ UP Judge hands out 22 death sentences in 4 months

A fast-track court judge in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, has recently delivered 22 death sentences across 10 serious cases. Additional District and Sessions Judge Ravi Kumar Diwakar made these rulings over the last four months in his court. These judgments cover incidents ranging from a 12-year-old murder to a 15-year-old double-murder case. The judge frequently cited the "rarest of rare" criteria for imposing the capital punishment. Further proceedings will continue as these cases move through the judicial process. ⚖️

🚢 Asian refiners shift Saudi crude pickup from Red Sea

Heightened shipping risks in the Red Sea have led at least two Asian refiners to request Saudi Aramco pick up crude at Sidi Kerir in Egypt next month. These requests come as vessel owners avoid the Bab el-Mandeb Strait due to Houthi threats since late July. Aramco has already rerouted some cargo to Sidi Kerir for South Korea and Japan. However, most refiners in China, India, and Taiwan are still meant to collect oil from Yanbu. Some refiners might drop their monthly allocation because of increased Mediterranean shipping costs. 🚢

🛡️ Defence stocks: Which one to buy after Q1 results?

Indian defence stocks are trending up due to the US-Iran war and high order books. The Nifty India Defence Index hit a fresh high of 9,912.75 on Monday. HAL saw a 14.9% YoY profit increase, while BDL reported a massive 547% YoY net profit surge. Analysts suggest HAL offers good visibility, and BEL provides the steadiest compounding. Investors should consider these fundamentals before making any moves. 🛡️

🛂 Indian man deported from US over coercion charge

An Indian man named Jashandeep Singh was expelled from the United States under the Trump administration's immigration drive. The US Department of Homeland Security labeled him a "criminal illegal alien from India" due to charges of "sexually motivated coercion involving force, burglary, and theft." He was deported from the US on August 3, joining four other individuals from Guatemala, Mexico, and Chile. DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated these removals are helping lower crime rates nationwide. The US government sends convicted non-citizen criminals back to their home countries or to third parties.

✨ Georgina's Gucci suit stole the show at her wedding

Georgina Rodríguez chose a white Gucci skirt suit instead of a traditional gown for her wedding to Cristiano Ronaldo. The fashion-forward choice was made at the event, which took place exactly a decade after they first met in August 2016. Her silk faille outfit featured a collared shirt-jacket and a long skirt, looking both classy and rebellious. She accessorized with a sparkling Chopard necklace, featuring 342 carats of diamond. This choice held emotional significance as she worked at Gucci in Madrid when they first met. 💍

🐘 Supreme Court says crops can't block elephant paths

The Supreme Court ruled that states cannot obstruct elephant corridors just because of crop damage. This ruling was made in New Delhi after hearing concerns about impeded wildlife routes. The court directed the Centre to conduct a fresh survey of elephant corridors across the country on Monday. This comes amidst local factors blocking corridors despite existing guidelines from the Ministry of Environment. The Union Environment Ministry must now submit a detailed status report on prevention measures. 🐘

🗺️ Pakistan pivots to Somalia for strategic edge

Pakistan recently signed a bilateral defence cooperation agreement with Somalia on August 4 in Islamabad. This move places Pakistan in the Horn of Africa, intersecting with Red Sea rivalries involving Saudi Arabia and Turkey. The deal covers counter-terrorism, military training, exchanges, and capability building for the rebuilding Somali military. This strategy helps Pakistan gain wider geopolitical relevance, moving beyond its traditional reliance on Saudi support. Islamabad can provide security multipliers without deploying large combat forces to fight Al-Shabaab.