⚖️ Kerala HC quashes ₹5 lakh compensation in ambulance scam case

The Kerala High Court set aside a ₹5 lakh compensation award in a defamation suit related to the 2010 Rajasthan ambulance scam. The suit was filed by Ravi Krishna, son of Vayalar Ravi, against BJP leader Kirit Somaiya in Kerala. The division bench ruled the lower court erred because Somaiya had not sufficiently disproved the allegations. The court directed a fresh hearing, noting Somaiya acted in public interest regarding the matter. CBI filed a chargesheet and CAG corroborated the initial allegations against Ziqitza Health Care.

😥 High earner's stress: Rs 2 crore salary isn't the answer

A professional earning around Rs 2 crore annually was described as visibly exhausted by an acquaintance on LinkedIn. Sampark Sachdeva shared this experience after meeting the individual in a corporate setting. The high-paid role comes with intense responsibility, major decisions, and demanding targets. This situation prompts a question about whether high income always equals a better life. The discussion highlights the trade-off between massive earnings and peace of mind. 😥

🩺 Hypertension in Kids: Cardiac Function Study

Researchers conducted a case-control study to assess cardiac autonomic functions in children with hypertension. The study was carried out using Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) techniques. It specifically focused on identifying functional differences between hypertensive and control groups. This research provides deeper insights into how high blood pressure affects the body's automatic functions in youth. Future studies are expected to use these findings to develop better treatment protocols for pediatric hypertension.

😠 Congress slams BJP over Jharkhand student protests

Congress accused the BJP of politicizing the student agitation regarding exam leaks in Jharkhand. The party claimed the BJP brought outsiders to disrupt peaceful protests in Ranchi on August 10. Four Congress Ministers asserted that the CBI probe would achieve desired results, even in Jharkhand. They alleged the BJP's state leadership acted on the Centre's orders to derail the students' agenda. Congress urged CM Hemant Soren to take strong action against the BJP workers involved. 😠

🏏 Murali Kartik wants Gambhir to back Kuldeep Yadav

Murali Kartik urged the Gautam Gambhir-led Indian team to support Kuldeep Yadav with confidence for the two-Test series against Sri Lanka. Kartik noted that Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid maximized Kuldeep's potential during their tenure. Under Dravid, Kuldeep played 60 matches across formats between November 2021 and June 2024, while under Gambhir, he has featured in 38 matches. The current situation is viewed as a turning point for Kuldeep in spin-friendly conditions. Giving him the keys to the spin attack, Kartik believes, will ensure he gets the best from him.

💻 Lazarus hackers use fake jobs and Windows flaw

The Lazarus group is leveraging fake job offers alongside a Windows zero-day exploit in targeted attacks against the defense sector. Check Point researchers found this activity as part of Operation Dream Job, posing as recruiters to lure victims. The attacks involved exploiting CVE-2026-68820 to gain SYSTEM privileges, which was patched on August 11, 2026. A second method involved distributing a trojanized PDF viewer named SecurityPDF to install a backdoor. This global campaign, focused on Europe and India, shows Lazarus constantly evolving its tactics. 😟

⚓ Putin threatens EU over Russian ships

Russian President Putin has issued a stern warning regarding naval confrontations in the Baltic Sea. He stated that Russia will begin seizing European Union vessels if the bloc targets Russian ships. This declaration was made following ongoing tensions related to maritime security in the region. The statement underscores the heightened geopolitical risks between Russia and EU member states. Future actions depend on the trajectory of diplomatic negotiations and military movements. ⚓

🛰️ SpaceX stacks 24 Starlink satellites from California

SpaceX wrapped a busy day with the launch of 24 Starlink satellites from its California launch site. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Aug. 12 at 12:46 p.m. EDT. This mission, Starlink Group 17-49, added to the constellation of over 10,000 satellites. The booster, Booster 1103, also launched NROL-179 and SDA-T1TL-E for US defense. SpaceX aims for 100,000 Starlink V3 satellites and a million AI data center satellites. 🛰️

🥇 Tripura CM gives land to CWG gold medallist

Tripura CM Manik Saha has fulfilled a promise by allotting land in Agartala to Commonwealth Games gold medallist Asmita Dey. The 23-year-old judoka was honored in Tripura on Wednesday after winning the women’s -48kg title in Glasgow. The state government also presented her with a cheque worth Rs 10 lakh during the felicitation ceremony. Saha highlighted her journey from a small village in South Tripura, where her father was a cycle mechanic. He urged her to remain disciplined while preparing for the upcoming Asian Games. 🏅

🧐 JSSC Scam: Abhay Tiwari's family under scrutiny

A probe into the JSSC CGL Scam has placed government employee Abhay Kumar Tiwari under intense investigation. He was arrested by Jharkhand CID on July 22, linked to an alleged recruitment racket valued near Rs 40 crore. Protest posters claim several of Tiwari's relatives secured JSSC CGL jobs, including his brother and sister-in-law. Investigators are checking if Tiwari had access to confidential exam info or influenced recruitment. The investigation has expanded to JPSC and examination agency TDPL. 🧐

🚰 Vehicle Plunges Into Gorge in Himachal, 4 Dead

Four people were killed and nine others injured when a vehicle carrying a villager's body fell into a gorge. The incident happened late Tuesday night near Gatlog in Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. The deceased were identified as Rajendra (37), Des Raj (23), Rikhi Ram (58), and Ram Gopal (62). They were returning from Sangrah hospital after Jagdish Sharma passed away from a heart attack. Injured individuals were sent to the Medical College in Nahan, with four in critical condition.