🗣️ Mann says talks only after employees end strike

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann stated that discussions with striking government employees will only happen after the strike is called off. This happened on Thursday, August 27, 2026, in Jalandhar. Over 150 employee bodies joined the statewide 'maha hartal' to push for demands. The main demands include releasing 18% pending dearness allowance and implementing the OPS. Mann reaffirmed readiness to listen, but dialogue requires the halt of the protest.

💧 7 ways to boost lymphatic flow without massage

Lymphatic drainage helps move excess fluid and waste away from tissues, supporting the immune system. While manual drainage is popular, other methods can also encourage this flow. Intentional walking and deep diaphragmatic breathing are simple ways to start moving lymph. Swimming and rebounding use muscle contraction and water pressure to aid circulation. Compression gear can strategically apply external pressure to prevent fluid pooling.

🌊 644 people missing in Nepal floods; check list

A catastrophic flood devastated Nepal, leaving 644 Nepalis and foreigners from 33 countries missing as of Thursday. The incident occurred near the Nepal-Tibet border, and the death toll has risen to 165 so far. Among the missing, 517 were from various nations like India, the US, and the UK. India has the highest number of missing nationals with 177 people. Various state governments have activated helplines to assist affected families.

🔥 Goldman Sachs flags Britannia amid sugar price hike 📈

International brokerage Goldman Sachs suggests soaring Indian sugar prices will increase input costs for consumer goods makers. Britannia Industries is identified as being most exposed due to its high dependence on sugar and palm oil. Over the past month, sugar prices have jumped 10% to record highs, with analysts expecting this trend to last for at least three months. Supply worries from Brazil, coupled with El Nino and reduced output in Asia, are driving this market pressure. The government has mandated companies to sell excess stocks by August 31 to potentially suppress future price hikes.

🤔 INL calls Satheesan's Munambam claim a pipe dream

The Indian National League stated that Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan's claim about resolving the Munambam issue in 10 minutes is an unachievable pipe dream. The INL, in Kozhikode, criticized Satheesan's plan to restructure the Waqf Board. They pointed out that his agenda, using the RSS-backed Waqf Amendment Act of 2025, was already struck down by the Supreme Court. The league alleged that Muslims in Kerala recognize the 400-plus acres gifted to Farook College as Waqf property. INL believes Satheesan's attempt to seize the land is delusional given the community's unity.

🔬 Cancer might act like a quantum system, study suggests

Columbia researchers suggest that cancer cells might resemble quantum systems by settling into limited stable biological states despite many possible mutations. This was found in pancreatic cancer, where six recurring cell states were identified, and diffuse midline glioma, with seven states, in rare pediatric brain cancer. These findings propose that targeting all these states with drug combinations could work across many patients. This shifts focus from personalized medicine to broader treatment approaches for specific cancer types. Further clinical trials are needed to test the safety and effectiveness of these proposed drug combinations. 🔬

🗳️ Big welfare battle for UP women voters in 2027

The fight for women voters in Uttar Pradesh is heating up with the 2027 elections in sight. The Samajwadi Party proposed a ₹40,000 annual financial aid under its Stri Samman Samriddhi Yojana. The BJP government is also boosting its outreach, including free bus travel for women during Raksha Bandhan. Women form a massive 45.46% of the registered electorate, totaling over 6 crore voters. Both parties are using women-centric welfare schemes as a key electoral strategy going forward.

🏛️ NCLT Approves Subhash Chandra Settlement Deal

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has approved a major settlement for Subhash Chandra. The deal involves Chandra agreeing to a Rs 6.5 crore payout to settle massive outstanding dues. This resolution covers a total liability of Rs 22,006 crore, effective as of the recent hearing. The settlement includes a significant haircut of nearly 99.97% on the original debts. This move aims to resolve the complex financial liabilities facing the conglomerate.

🔬 Laser signals beat air turbulence in open air

Scientists found a way to send laser data over 270 meters in open air without complex correction systems. A joint team from Wits University and the University of Bordeaux tested this in a Johannesburg university campus. They achieved this by encoding data using skyrmions, which are resilient to atmospheric turbulence. This method allows for high-fidelity information transfer, often above 98%. This breakthrough suggests faster, simpler open-air laser communication is possible soon.

🙏 80 pilgrims lost in Nepal floods; Sadhguru distraught

Sadhguru revealed that 80 Isha Foundation members were lost in the devastating flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday. The incident occurred while the team was returning from the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage near Tibet's Saga. Official reports state around 170 people have died and 1,500 are missing in the region. This tragedy, possibly triggered by an ice avalanche, has severely impacted the area. Efforts are now underway to secure travel permission for Sadhguru to the affected Gyirong area. 😥

🏏 Dinusha's century saves India from loss in Colombo Test

Sri Lanka snatched a draw in the second Test against India at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground on Thursday. Sonal Dinusha scored a magnificent 133 not out, preventing a potential Indian victory. The hosts reached 429 for nine in their second innings after a strong comeback. This batting performance kept the hopes of the visitors alive throughout the final day. The match ended in a draw, concluding the series at 1-0 for India. 🏏