💸 Kerala sanctions big pension boost for non-residents

The Kerala government has sanctioned ₹32 crore for the 'Pravasi' welfare pensions. This financial aid is for non-resident Keralites, and it will be credited before Onam. The arrears accumulated because the previous LDF government diverted pension funds. The pension amounts to ₹3,500 for those abroad and ₹3,000 for those working in other states. The scheme targets eligible beneficiaries aged 18 to 55, with payments starting after age 60. 💰

🐟 Fish feast sparks row at Congress event in Ayodhya

A controversy erupted in Ayodhya after a fish feast was held during a welcome programme for UP Congress chief Ajay Rai. Local religious figures objected to the food arrangement, especially since the event took place during the holy month of Sawan. The incident occurred on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at a banquet hall in Tarun. Event organiser Ram Nihal Nishad defended the choice, citing the constitutional right to individual food preference and community tradition. This debate adds a new political angle to Rai's recent temple visits and subsequent comments against the BJP. 🐟

🏏 IPL champ Karn Sharma retires after massive career

Veteran leg-spinner Karn Sharma announced his retirement from all formats of cricket. The 38-year-old made the announcement after Kanpur Superstars lost to Meerut Mavericks in the UP T20 League Season 4. He will play his final game on Tuesday, August 25, and has 4 IPL titles. Sharma expressed deep gratitude to the BCCI and family for shaping his journey. He will be available for coaching after hanging up his boots. 🏏

😥 Teen's Suicide: More Than Just iPhone EMI

A 19-year-old teen attempted suicide from a cliff in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The incident involved Kunal Chandgude, who was allegedly stressed over iPhone EMI and family disputes. This was not his first attempt, as he tried to end his life from the same cliff last year. Sadly, his father fell trying to save him, and his mother subsequently jumped, leading to all three deaths. Police are currently investigating the complex family tensions mentioned in the case. 💔

🚗 Couple Killed in Car Accident in Rajanna Sircilla

A family trip to a pre-wedding ceremony ended tragically when a car overturned in Lingampeta village. The deceased were Mohd. Sadullah, 47, and his wife Haseena, 44, from Rudrangi mandal. The incident occurred on Saturday night, August 23, 2026, near Chandurthi. Sadullah lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the couple's deaths and injuries to three others. Police have registered a case and are currently investigating the accident. 😔

🏎️ Porsche drops 100-car tribute for Nürburgring's centenary

Porsche is releasing a limited edition run of 100 special 911 GT3s to celebrate the Nürburgring's centenary. These exclusive cars are destined for the German market, with deliveries scheduled during the anniversary year of 2027. The Nürburgring, nicknamed the “Green Hell,” opened on June 18, 1927, and is a legendary 20.8-kilometre track. The GT3 retains its 510PS naturally aspirated 4.0-litre flat-six engine, honoring its motorsport roots. Buyers can also opt for performance upgrades via a Manthey Kit for even more track capability. 🏁

📚 Education needs morals, not just marks: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister for Education Pralhad Joshi stressed the importance of moral and cultural education over exam preparation. He made these comments in Hubballi while attending a Prathiba Puraskar program on Sunday. Joshi noted that while students scoring 90-95% have increased, cultural values have not kept pace. He urged parents and students to focus on values instead of just chasing high scores. Furthermore, he believes Indian culture can maintain mental peace for families.

🔬 Tiny 'Big Bang' recreated with smaller nuclei

Physicists have managed to recreate the primordial state of matter, resembling the early Universe, through atomic nucleus collisions. This research was conducted by scientists from the Niels Bohr Institute at CERN in Switzerland. The breakthrough involved successfully creating the quark-gluon plasma using oxygen-16 and neon-20 nuclei. This work helps scientists understand the Universe's first moments and fundamental nuclear physics. The team plans further experiments using even lighter nuclei like helium-4 next. ⚛️

😟 Jagan questions drop in AP government school enrolment

YSRCP president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has questioned the State government regarding the declining enrollment in Andhra Pradesh's government schools. Citing UDISE+ data, he noted a fall of 5,56,666 students between 2023-24 and 2025-26. During this period, government school enrollment dropped from 40,50,116 to 34,93,450. This trend contrasts sharply with private school admissions, which rose from 45,53,380 to 48,40,296. Jagan demands an explanation as this decline challenges official claims about student shifts to public schools. 😟

🤝 Kerala Police turn Onam invite into help for tribal families

Moozhiyar police officers initially visited a tribal settlement to invite residents to the Onam feast. The team, including SHO A.R. Ravindran, found four families struggling to find their next meal. On Monday, August 24, 2026, the officers returned with groceries, vegetables, and fish for the needy families. Furthermore, the children shared that lack of transport was making it difficult for them to attend school. The SHO assured the residents that school transport arrangements would be made upon the resumption of classes.

🐦 Hummingbirds can actually count flower order

In 2020, researchers found that wild rufous hummingbirds can track the position of a rewarded flower among ten identical blooms. This study took place in Alberta, Canada, involving free-living male rufous hummingbirds. The birds correctly chose the nectar-filled flower even when the lineup was moved and the spacing changed. This shows the birds use ordinality, an understanding of sequence, for foraging. This discovery puts hummingbirds with rats and primates in cognitive ability. 🧠