🏛️ MP raises pension and sports funding with Centre

MP M. Sribharat presented a representation to Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in New Delhi on Monday. He highlighted concerns regarding EPS-95 pensioners and retired RINL employees in Visakhapatnam. Thousands of beneficiaries receive pensions as low as ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 per month. Sribharat pushed for pension hikes, inflation relief, and a ₹14 crore 'Khelo India' sanction. The Minister assured that all raised concerns would be thoroughly examined. 🏛️

✊ BJP tells Congress to back out of Soren govt

The BJP intensified its criticism against the JMM-Congress government in Jharkhand amidst protests by job aspirants. Rahul Gandhi condemned the police action against these students during a press conference in Delhi. The protests have been ongoing for over 17 days, and BJP leaders demanded a CBI inquiry into recruitment irregularities. BJP leaders, including Babulal Marandi, were detained while protesting outside Soren’s residence in Ranchi. They urged the Congress to either push for student demands or withdraw support from the current government. ✊

😠 BJP tells Rahul: Drop support for Soren if student demands ignored

The BJP has dared the Congress leadership and Rahul Gandhi to withdraw support from the Hemant Soren government if student demands are not met. This demand was raised by BJP MLAs led by Aditya Sahu and Babulal Marandi outside CM Soren’s residence in Ranchi. Students have been protesting for over 17 days, demanding a CBI inquiry into recruitment exam irregularities. BJP leaders accused the JMM-Congress government of 'openly selling' jobs and condemned the lathi-charge. The BJP insists Congress must pressure Soren to act or immediately withdraw its political backing.

📈 BSE in Nifty 50, Wipro Out: Index Changes

BSE Ltd will replace Wipro Ltd in the benchmark Nifty 50 index as part of the semi-annual review by NSE Indices. This major change will become effective from September 30, 2026, after trading closes on September 29. BSE has a market cap of Rs 1,40,879 crore, while Wipro's was Rs 55,930 crore. The replacement criteria required the average free-float market cap to be 1.5 times the smallest constituents. Wipro will move to the Nifty Next 50 index alongside several other companies. 📈

🌍 Colombia earthquake hits hard, death toll climbs to 20

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, August 10, causing dozens of buildings to collapse. In Pereira, 18 people died, while Mayor Jorge Eduardo Rojas reported two more fatalities in Manizales. The quake's epicenter was near San José del Palmar, about 400 kilometres west of Bogotá. Authorities are currently assessing damage across nine departments and coordinating rescue efforts. The government has launched an emergency response as officials monitor for aftershocks. 😬

🏏 The Hundred Women: Giants vs Sunrisers Leeds on Aug 11th

Match 30 of The Hundred Women's 2026 pits Manchester Super Giants Women against Sunrisers Leeds Women at Old Trafford, Manchester. Sunrisers Leeds Women currently sit 4th with 4 wins, while Manchester Super Giants Women are 3rd with 4 wins and 2 losses. The match is scheduled for August 11th, and predictions favor Sunrisers Leeds Women to win. Sunrisers Leeds Women’s Phoebe Litchfield is a key batter, alongside Manchester Super Giants Women's Smriti Mandhana. The toss is predicted to go to Manchester Super Giants Women. 🏏

🌍 International Students Dive into Indian Culture at SPMVV

SPMVV hosted a week-long Bridge Course focused on Indian Heritage and Culture. This event brought together students from Malaysia, Taiwan, Bangladesh, and Botswana, alongside local attendees, at the Centre for International Relations in Tirupati. The program ran from Monday and featured seven academic sessions and three practical cultural activities. Participants engaged in workshops covering yoga, music, dance, and local traditions for global understanding. The Vice-Chancellor encouraged deeper interaction to build lasting academic connections.

🔆 APSPDCL hits 50k rooftop solar connections

APSPDCL has achieved a major milestone by connecting 50,000 services to the grid using rooftop solar initiatives. This achievement makes it the first DISCOM in Andhra Pradesh to hit this mark under its solar program. As of August 10, 2026, APSPDCL has installed 203.95 MW solar systems across 1.01 lakh households. The company is actively promoting non-conventional energy, especially for SC and ST families. They plan to finish the installations for the remaining households by the end of this month.

🔬 Drug-Resistant Fungus Spreading Across India

Candida Auris cases have been reported across 23 states in India. This fungal infection affects various hospitals and healthcare settings nationwide. As of the latest reports, there are several confirmed cases spanning different regions. The fungus is noted for its drug-resistant properties, posing a serious challenge to medical treatment. Authorities are now working on enhanced surveillance and better infection control measures. 🔬

🚨 Police use tear gas on youth protestors in India

Police resorted to using tear gas to disperse another youth protest in India. The action took place in a major city across India, targeting a large gathering of young demonstrators. The protest involved thousands of people and occurred on a specific date, although the article does not detail the exact number of arrests. These demonstrations are part of ongoing movements concerning social and political issues in the country. Authorities plan to continue monitoring the situation and maintain law and order in the area. 🚨

🧹 Mysuru cleans up spots for Independence Day drive

The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) undertook a major clean-up drive as part of its ‘Swachhata Abhiyan–2026: 80 Garbage-Free Spots’ campaign. This effort took place across various localities in Mysuru, involving MCC officials and residents. A total of 125 people participated at three locations, successfully removing around nine tonnes of waste. Additionally, an open urination spot on Sayyaji Rao Road was transformed with painting and new signboards. The MCC confirmed that these areas will be monitored with heavy fines for any recurrence. 🚮