😠 Mullappally slams railway division shift

Congress leader Mullappally Ramachandran criticized the Union government's move to shift Mangaluru from the Palakkad division. This decision placed coastal Karnataka areas, including Mangaluru, under the Mysuru railway division. The move, announced on Monday, August 24, 2026, is expected to cause a ₹600 crore freight revenue loss. He alleged the shift was politically motivated, targeting Keralam's demand for a separate railway zone. Ramachandran urged Kerala to unite and protest against this perceived discrimination.

💰 Hindustan Copper selling stake via OFS

The government plans to sell a 3% stake in Hindustan Copper through an Offer for Sale (OFS), with a possible extra 3% under the green-shoe option. The floor price for this OFS has been officially set at Rs 514 per share. Retail investors will get 10% of the offer, and 25,000 shares are reserved for eligible employees. This move supports the government's ongoing disinvestment program to boost receipts from public sector companies. The sale comes as the company reported a near 21% sequential drop in net profit during Q1FY27.

🚨 Juvenile caught with 48kg ganja in Hyderabad

A juvenile was apprehended with 48 kg of ganja near the City Convention Centre on Nampally Station Road on Saturday, August 22. The Khairatabad Zone Task Force and Abids Road police made the arrest while he was allegedly moving the banned substance from Visakhapatnam to New Delhi. The seizure included 24 sealed packets of dried marijuana, valued at ₹24.5 lakh, along with a Vivo T4R 5G mobile phone. The juvenile, an intermediate dropout facing financial issues, was lured into the transport job by an acquaintance. Authorities are currently trying to catch Ankit, Bandiya, Noushad, and Rajesh who are absconding. 👮

👮 TG SAFE boosting food and drug checks with police help

TG SAFE is planning dedicated police machinery to seriously strengthen food and drug enforcement across Telangana. This move involves joint teams comprising food/drug officers and police personnel to boost operational strength. The authority aims to address pending cases and execute warrants from various states starting from August 24, 2026. They are also setting up dedicated prosecutors and upgrading laboratory capacity significantly. Initially, enforcement focus and resource scaling will concentrate within the Core Urban Region Economy (CURE) region. 👮

⌚ Garmin Fenix 9 launch expected tomorrow

Garmin is planning a major launch event tomorrow, which many speculate will be the arrival of the Garmin Fenix 9. The event is set to stream live on YouTube starting at 7am ET for this 'groundbreaking launch.' FCC filings suggest the watch will feature mobile internet and satellite communication options. Furthermore, a Czech retailer briefly listed the potential sizes as 43mm, 47mm, and 51mm. Fans are eagerly waiting for the official reveal to see what new features the Fenix 9 will bring.

💸 H-1B visa fee set to jump over $100k

The US Department of Homeland Security proposed raising the fee for certain H-1B visa petitions to $103,265. This proposal was posted on Monday by DHS, aiming to make the controversial payment a formal rule. The new rule enters a 30-day public comment period before DHS could finalize it by year-end. This move comes amid uncertainty, especially for Indian professionals who are major H-1B beneficiaries. The higher cost adds to the tightening of the H-1B system for prospective migrants.

📡 India's quantum network gets a free-space upgrade

A new free-space optical link has been integrated into the nation's longest quantum network infrastructure. This upgrade was implemented by researchers at various institutions across the country. The network currently spans a significant distance, boosting its capabilities as of recent developments. This addition enhances the range and stability of secure quantum communication across India. Further testing and expansion of this advanced quantum network are planned for the near future. 📡

❤️ How you eat impacts heart and longevity

The manner in which food is consumed can significantly influence both heart health and overall lifespan. This research focused on eating habits and their long-term physiological effects on various populations. Specific findings highlighted that consistent patterns, observed over several years, showed notable correlations. These dietary habits play a crucial role in metabolic function and cardiovascular wellness, according to experts. Future studies aim to pinpoint the exact mechanisms linking eating style to longevity markers.

🎉 Big Job Fair Coming to Chittoor & Annamayya

A mega job mela is being held across Chittoor and Annamayya districts to help unemployed youth find work. The events are scheduled for August 26th and 27th in Chittoor, and August 29th in B. Kothakota. Over 20 companies are set to recruit more than 500 people in Chittoor, while 12 companies will offer about 700 vacancies in Annamayya. Roles available are diverse, from relationship managers to machine operators, for candidates with qualifications from Class X up to MBA. Both collectors have urged eligible youngsters to bring their resumes and certificates to maximize these recruitment opportunities. 💼

📉 Alibaba stock drops 40% amid AI spending chaos

Alibaba has seen a roughly 40% decline from its January high as AI spending pressures loom over the tech giant. The company, based in China, recently sold 710 million new shares for about $10.2 billion to fuel its AI infrastructure. During the June quarter, net income plummeted 75% while capital spending jumped 75% to 67.68 billion yuan. Michael Burry believes the stock's decline is not over and predicts Alibaba needs to fall by half. Investors are watching if AI revenue can eventually outpace the massive capital expenditures.

🍎 Meal timing might affect how long you live ⏰

A new study found a link between when people eat and their life expectancy among adults in America. Researchers analyzed data from 31,044 adults aged 40 and older from 1999 to 2018. Later first meals and earlier or later last meals were associated with higher mortality risks and shorter life expectancy. Specifically, those eating first after noon saw an average life expectancy reduction of 2.46 years at age 50. These findings suggest that meal timing could be a modifiable behavioral factor related to mortality risk.