⚛️ Liquid particles form a new kind of computer

Scientists successfully built a computer using hundreds of microscopic particles suspended in liquid. This experiment took place at the Universities of Konstanz and Stuttgart. The system demonstrated the ability to predict chaotic signals and detect subtle anomalies. This method relies on the natural dynamics of matter instead of traditional silicon circuits. Future research is needed to scale this innovative computing approach into practical hardware. 🔬

🧑‍🌾 Kerala rolls out new farm policies for climate change

Kerala is implementing new policies and schemes to help farmers cope with climate change and natural disasters. This announcement was made by Chief Minister V D Satheesan during the state-level Farmers' Day event near Kochi. Within two months, fair returns for paddy farmers were ensured, and rubber prices increased from Rs 200 to Rs 250. The government will strengthen procurement and use AI to tackle wildlife attacks on farms. Furthermore, changes to land laws and promoting 'Kerala Brand' exports are planned for the sector. 🧑‍🌾

⚠️ ED warns buyers: watch out for dodgy builders 🚩

The Enforcement Directorate has advised homebuyers to report builders who hide RERA details or demand cash payments. This warning comes after the ED attached assets worth Rs 129.80 crore of an Ahmedabad real estate company. Buyers must verify all title documents and statutory approvals before making any payment, according to the agency. The attachment order was issued on August 14 against Keshav Narayan Group in a homebuyers fraud case. The ED is committed to tracing crime proceeds and protecting victims' interests.

⚖️ J&K govt must pay rent for family land used as police station

The Supreme Court directed the J&K administration to pay rent to Abdul Rashid Wani for his family land used as a police station. This land, measuring seven kanals and 18 marlas in Kangan, Ganderbal, was taken in 1953 without any acquisition process. The court ordered the rent calculation to start from 1953 but directed acquisition proceedings to begin from 2021. The High Court will finalize the compensation amount and the rent due for the past years. This decision follows Wani's appeal against a High Court order that dismissed his claim due to delay. ⚖️

😠 Job aspirants protest JSSC-CGL exam cancellation

Job aspirants who cleared the JSSC-CGL exam are protesting the state government's decision to cancel the recruitment tests. This protest is happening at Project Bhawan in Ranchi, Jharkhand, against CM Hemant Soren's move. The cancellation, announced on Monday, August 17, 2026, affects tests run by TDPL since 2014. Protesters claim they were appointed based on High Court and Supreme Court rulings, leaving them unemployed. They have vowed to go to court again to fight for their rights.

🧘 Ramdev suggests Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan could join India

Yoga guru Ramdev stated that Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan might eventually reintegrate with India. He made this claim while speaking in Raipur, addressing criticisms about Hindus facing injustices in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Ramdev mentioned that these nations could become part of India again someday, asking for patience from the people. He stressed that while no religion is threatened in India, the nation's honour and dignity are at stake. He further called for freedom of expression to stay within constitutional and ethical limits. 🇮🇳

💔 Mental torture, abuse led to Twisha Sharma's death

Former model Twisha Sharma died by suicide after allegedly facing intense mental torture. The CBI chargesheet details this harassment occurred at her marital home in Bhopal. The allegations span four months leading up to her death in May 2026. The cruelty included abuse, character assassination, and issues surrounding an unwanted pregnancy. Authorities are awaiting crucial phone and DVR reports to build a complete case. 😔

🏛️ BBMP can't add land demands for OC approval

The Karnataka High Court ruled that city corporations under GBA cannot add new conditions for Occupancy Certificates after approving building plans. Justice B.M. Shyam Prasad heard petitions challenging a July 1, 2026, communication from Bengaluru East City Corporation. This communication required petitioners to give up 765.46 sq. m. of land for road widening based on the Revised Master Plan 2015. The court noted neither the BBMP Act nor the GBG Act allows for such post-facto conditions for OC issuance. The corporation must now issue the OC if construction matched the approved plan, unless legal acquisition is planned. 🏡

🧐 Daily sugary drinks linked to higher gastric cancer risk

Research indicates that consuming sugar-sweetened beverages daily is associated with an increased risk of developing gastric cancer. This finding comes from an analysis of 112,284 participants in the Nurses' Health Study and Health Professionals Follow-Up Study in the U.S. The study observed that daily consumers had a 2.45 times higher risk compared to those consuming less than one per month. This is the first study showing this association in a U.S. population, adding to limited knowledge on dietary links to this cancer. Further studies are necessary to confirm these results and investigate the underlying reasons for this risk. 🧐

💖 Jordan royalty welcomes twin granddaughters

Jordan's Queen Rania and King Abdullah II shared photos of twin granddaughters Talia and Rania after Princess Iman welcomed them. The royal family introduced the newborns on Monday, August 17, alongside Princess Iman and her husband, Jameel Thermiotis. The twins were officially born on August 14, 2026, as announced by the Royal Hashemite Court. These daughters will not be part of Jordan's line of succession due to constitutional rules. The royal family is celebrating this joyous occasion with family gatherings. 👑

😥 Kerala gets zero SBI clerk posts for 2026

John Brittas has formally requested a review from SBI Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty regarding the zero Junior Associate vacancies allotted to Kerala for 2026. This request stems from SBI's notification dated 11 August 2026, which detailed 7,680 national vacancies but none for Kerala. Brittas noted this sharp drop after previous cycles saw 247 and 426 vacancies in Kerala. He highlighted that national vacancies rose to 7,680 while Kerala's opportunities shrunk significantly. The chairman was urged to act before the application window closes on 31 August 2026. 😥