🇮🇳 Kharge slams RSS, calls Congress the real patriot

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge strongly criticized the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for its alleged lack of contribution to the freedom struggle. Speaking in Haldwani on August 8, 2026, he claimed Congress members were the true patriots during the fight against the British. Kharge asserted that no genuine BJP or RSS member went to jail during that time, accusing them of desertion. He also targeted the BJP government in Uttarakhand, questioning its ₹1,000 crore annual propaganda spending. The Congress plans to scrap the Agniveer scheme and restore the Old Pension Scheme. 🇮🇳

🛰️ Salyut 5 space station burns up in atmosphere

The Soviet Union's Salyut 5 reconnaissance space station burned up in Earth's atmosphere on August 8, 1977. This station was part of the secret Almaz military program and launched in 1976. Originally slated for four crewed missions, only three were successfully launched before issues arose. The mission was canceled because Salyut 5 was running low on propellant and could not be refueled. Afterward, two other Salyut stations, Salyut 6 and 7, would eventually operate as science stations. 🛰️

🏥 Pregnant women still dying en route to care

A 26-year-old woman named Rachna died on July 29 after a 48-hour medical journey across four facilities in Rajasthan. This case highlights the persistent struggle for timely medical care for pregnant women in rural India. Despite improvements, issues like lack of nearby hospitals and delayed referrals remain major risks. Other incidents across states show poor roads and lack of specialists severely impact maternal health outcomes. These events underscore how critical early access to care is for vulnerable pregnant women. 😔

🌊 Gwadar port growth pushes fishers to oil smuggling

A massive oil slick covered the coast of Gwadar, Pakistan, prompting concerns for fishing industries and marine life. Local officials warned the 20-kilometre slick, which appeared on Friday, June 12, threatened the ecosystem. Potential causes are linked to Gulf fighting or Iranian oil smuggling near the Strait of Hormuz. Rapid development for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor has displaced fishers, forcing them into illicit oil smuggling activities. Authorities are still investigating the source of the recent oil spill incident. 🌊

✊ New teachers rally against recruitment rumors in Kurnool

Thousands of newly appointed teachers held an 'Atma Gaurava Rally' in Kurnool on Saturday. Participants from Kurnool, Kadapa, and Anantapur districts joined the protest against alleged irregularities. This action was taken to support their Mega DSC-2025 appointments and counter YSR Congress Party's claims. Teachers insisted their selections were based on merit through the prescribed process. They thanked the government and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh for completing the recruitment as promised.

🚁 Uttarakhand innovator tests electric flying vehicle

An Uttarakhand innovator successfully test-flew a single-seat electric flying vehicle named Hapida Skynex on Friday. The flight took place in Almora from the Army helipad, with district officials present for the trial. The prototype remained airborne for nearly a minute after 13 years of dedicated research and experimentation. This development aims to make India self-reliant in personal air-mobility technology, according to Ravi Tamta. The prototype will now proceed through further trials to enhance its safety and overall performance. 🚀

😠 AIADMK skips meeting, criticizes govt over water issues

The AIADMK asserted it would not join the "politics of diversionary tactics" regarding a Parliamentarians' meet. The party criticized the TVK-led government for ignoring farmer issues like the Mettur dam and delta water scarcity. AIADMK's general secretary, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, announced demonstrations on August 14 across all district headquarters. These protests target the TVK government for deceiving farmers on loan waivers and being lax on the Mekedatu dam. Palaniswami will lead the demonstration in Thanjavur, with other leaders assigned to various locations. 😠

🌾 Minister meets to tackle Raichur's drought crisis 🌾

Minister Ajay Dharam Singh chaired a meeting on Saturday to discuss the worsening drought situation in Raichur district. He convened the session with district officials and elected representatives at the District Administrative auditorium. The district had sown Kharif crops across 2.73 lakh hectares, but severe moisture deficiency caused crop loss, forcing farmers to resow. Mr. Singh will present a detailed report on the drought to the Chief Minister during the Cabinet meeting for action. This visit follows directions from Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to assess ground-level crop damage.

🗣️ Degree means nothing, says Rahul Gandhi in UP

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi stated that degree certificates mean nothing in India today during an event. He made these remarks in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, addressing students and exam aspirants there. Gandhi highlighted that India's 40 crore youths represent the country's greatest strength, speaking on Saturday. He expressed concern that job opportunities are closed and people's data is being exploited by big companies. He emphasized that the current system is failing to give youth adequate chances in education and employment.

🏛️ This is the real Nehru, not the current PM

A historical photo of Mr. Nehru was shared, explicitly stating there is no resemblance to the present Prime Minister. The image provided is identified as belonging to Jawaharlal Nehru. There are no specific dates or locations mentioned in the accompanying text. This post seems intended to draw a contrast between historical figures and current leadership. The share aims to spark a discussion about political likenesses.

🧐 Smart glasses face privacy crackdown

Instagram is starting to remove videos filmed on Meta’s smart glasses used for harassment. This issue is surfacing in the UK and US, where people have been secretly recorded in public places. In India, these devices were used to film a trans rights protest in Delhi in March. A senior police officer was also reportedly seen using them at Jantar Mantar protests. Countries like Germany are now considering implementing outright bans on smart glasses. 🧐