🚌 Manipur restarts Imphal-Guwahati bus link after 3 years

Public transport on the Imphal-Dimapur-Guwahati route resumed this Friday after a nearly three-year hiatus. The service started with two buses and five Winger vehicles carrying 125 passengers from Imphal towards Guwahati via Nagaland. This restoration follows Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh's August 8 announcement about reopening national highways. Passengers see this connectivity boost as a step towards peace and reconciliation in the state. This link is expected to improve travel between Manipur, Nagaland, and Assam.

🔎 ED raids linked to Vivekananda Reddy murder case

Enforcement Directorate (ED) teams conducted raids on multiple premises related to the Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy murder case on Friday, August 21, 2026. The raids targeted individuals including Devireddy Sivasankar Reddy and Sunil Yadav in Kadapa and Hyderabad. Six premises were searched under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), focusing on financial dealings. This follows CBI chargesheets alleging a ₹40 crore contract killing linked to the MP's death in March 2019. The agency is now tracking the money trail connected to the high-profile case. 🧐

💬 Tagore on Vande Mataram sparks debate, Ranaut reacts

Veteran actor Sharmila Tagore made controversial remarks on Vande Mataram on August 20th, stating later verses might be tough for monotheists. This sparked strong criticism from actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut regarding her narrow interpretation of art. Tagore mentioned that some verses mention multiple Gods, making it hard for single-God believers. Kangana expressed shock, arguing poetry uses metaphors and Vande Mataram reflects the freedom struggle spirit. She urged people to move past religious mindsets and embrace each other. 🇮🇳

🕊️ Ladakh drops cases for protest violence

The Ladakh administration has decided to withdraw legal cases against 25 individuals involved in the violence during statehood protests in Leh. These protests, which demanded statehood and Sixth Schedule inclusion, led to four deaths and 50 injuries on September 24th. Initially, 87 people were booked, and chargesheets were filed against nine of them. The decision came after talks with the Lieutenant Governor and local agitation groups. Representatives met the Ministry of Home Affairs, demanding the unconditional withdrawal of all related cases.

🗺️ Sikkim launches online permit system for tourists

Sikkim is introducing a new online permit system for protected tourist spots to combat revenue leakage. Chief Minister Prem Singh Golay stated that only Rs 3.64 crore was collected from 15.68 lakh tourists near the India-China border in 2025. This system aims for transparency, while the Tourism Department maintains full authority despite potential private involvement. Proposed new fees range from Rs 500 for motorcycles to Rs 5,000 for buses. The system is expected to be operational within about two months after cabinet approval. 🗺️

🛰️ Starlink seeks fresh India approval for Gen 2 constellation

Elon Musk's Starlink is resubmitting an application to IN-SPACe for its Gen 2 satellite constellation in India. The service is slated to operate at altitudes between 340–615 km in low earth orbit. This latest attempt comes after an earlier rejection of the 30,000-satellite plan some years ago. Musk stated the service aims to assist the 'least served' communities, especially in rural parts of India. The Gen 2 could offer direct-to-device connectivity if the regulatory hurdles are cleared. 🚀

🚑 Salman Khan steps in after body double health scare

Salman Khan's body double reportedly suffered a heart attack while shooting for 'SVC63'. This incident occurred during the filming of the action-packed movie directed by Vamshi Paidipally. The setback was reported on August 21, 2026, as the stunt performer was unable to continue the scenes. To keep the production moving, Salman Khan has decided to perform the demanding action sequences himself. The film is rumored to be titled 'Monster' by some sources. 🎬

😠 Student Vandalism at Jadavpur University

Miscreants have damaged the university emblem at Jadavpur University. This act of vandalism occurred on the campus of Jadavpur University. The damage was inflicted upon the emblem, which was originally designed by Nandalal Bose. The emblem holds significant cultural and historical value for the institution. Authorities are currently investigating the incident to identify and prosecute the responsible parties. 😠

🚨 Attack on teachers in Jaipur village sparks outcry

Ashutosh Ranka spoke out regarding the attack on him and his team. This incident took place in a village near Jaipur, Rajasthan. The attack targeted educators who were teaching children inside a buffalo shed. Ranka described the assault as being carried out by BJP terrorists. Authorities are now investigating the incident to bring the perpetrators to justice.

🚗 BMW X1 LWB lands in India for under 50 Lakhs

The BMW X1 LWB has officially been launched in the Indian market. This new model was introduced by BMW in India. It is priced starting at Rs 49.90 lakh. This addition targets the premium compact SUV segment, offering extended legroom. Customers can now check out the details at dealerships across the country.

🧠 AI finds drugs to slow childhood dementia

Researchers utilized artificial intelligence to pinpoint existing medicines that could slow brain damage in children with Sanfilippo syndrome. The Australian team studied patient-derived brain cells grown in the lab for this new study in Nature Communications. They screened 63 existing drugs and identified nine that significantly improved cell function within two weeks. This research offers hope because these approved drugs can move to trials faster than new therapies. The findings suggest combinations of treatments could manage symptoms and protect against irreversible neuronal loss. 🧠