🩺 NEET PG 2026: Fix images by Aug 15 or risk rejection ⚠️

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences opened a final correction window for NEET PG 2026 candidates. This window allows fixes for photos, signatures, or thumb impressions at the NBEMS. The final Selective Edit Window runs from August 12 at 1 PM to August 15 at 11:55 PM. Candidates who miss this chance risk having their applications rejected permanently. Candidates must check guidelines on pages 110 to 127 of the Information Bulletin.

🧐 Prakash Raj's name still on voters list, civic body confirms

The name of actor Prakash Raj was recently flagged regarding his electoral roll status. The Bengaluru civic body confirmed that his name has not been deleted from the official voter list. This issue surfaced in connection with recent electoral roll updates in the city. The clarification addresses concerns about the accuracy of voter databases in Bengaluru. Authorities are reviewing the matter to ensure all records are correct moving forward.

🪐 Jupiter is more than a gas giant, it's a cosmic architect 🪐

New data from NASA's Juno and James Webb Space Telescope reveal Jupiter is a violent cosmic architect, not a passive planet. Scientists now know its core is not solid but a sprawling, semi-liquid soup of rock and ice. This chaotic world actively sculpted the inner solar system billions of years ago during a massive protoplanet collision. Jupiter today shields Earth from comets and asteroids while driving its own intense magnetic fields. It hosts icy moons with vast, hidden oceans beneath their frozen surfaces.

🚨 NY woman pleads guilty to Indian smuggling plot

A New York woman pleaded guilty to an international smuggling conspiracy involving people from India. Stacey Taylor, 43, of Plattsburgh, New York, was linked to the operation near Churubusco, New York. On January 20, 2025, Border Patrol stopped her vehicle with four men, three from India and one from Canada. She received coordinates and picked them up after they crossed the US-Canadian border. Taylor faces a minimum of five years in prison, with sentencing set for December. 🚨

🕵️ SIA raids nine spots in old murder case

The State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir conducted searches at nine locations in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. These raids are linked to FIR No. 45/1990, which was initially registered at Police Station Dooru in Anantnag district. The case involves the double murder of Sarvanand Koul Premi (66) and his son, Verinder, on May 1, 1990. They were shot dead in Anantnag just one day after their abduction from their village. The SIA has now officially taken over the investigation into this serious matter. 🕵️

🎬 'Raaka' character details leak: Deepika, Janhvi, Rashmika roles revealed

Character details for Allu Arjun's film 'Raaka' have reportedly leaked online, creating buzz among fans. Deepika Padukone will play a pregnant woman struggling for survival in the Puranic Vedic era. Janhvi Kapoor is slated to portray a fierce tribal queen, and Rashmika Mandanna will act as a guide and protector. The ambitious film, directed by Atlee, is set for a December 2027 release. Deepika is reportedly completing her shoot this month before taking a maternity break.

🏏 Hazlewood keeps Boland out of first Test XI

Josh Hazlewood has decided to exclude Scott Boland from the opening Test against Bangladesh in Darwin. Pat Cummins confirmed the squad selection a day before the match, featuring the core attack together after a long break. The initial XI includes Nathan Lyon, returning after an injury, and Hazlewood, who missed the Ashes. Cummins noted that the quick selection was a tight call, despite Boland's class. The team structure places Cameron Green at number five and Alex Carey at number six.

🏏 Hazlewood sticks to pace plan for Bangladesh Test

Josh Hazlewood decided to keep Scott Boland out of the Australian XI for the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin. Pat Cummins confirmed the line-up ahead of the match, marking the first time the primary attack plays together since the West Indies tour. The Test returns to Darwin after 22 years, with the match scheduled for this time. Nathan Lyon is returning to the side, while Josh Inglis is another player from the initial squad left out. The team will feature Jake Weatherald and Travis Head opening the batting for the opening game. 🏏

😠 CJP Protesters Targeted by Right Wing & Media

Women protesting for CJP faced serious targeting by right-wing groups. This harassment occurred across various locations as protesters voiced their concerns. Specific numbers or dates regarding the incidents were not detailed in the report. The context involves activists being tracked and put on TV trials by influential anchors. Authorities are now facing scrutiny over the intense scrutiny these activists endured. 😠

✈️ IndiGo flight lands safely after engine trouble

An IndiGo flight experienced a left-engine failure shortly before landing near Chennai. The flight, 6E-723, was traveling from Kolkata and had 224 people aboard. This full emergency was declared at 11:29 pm on August 11. The aircraft ultimately landed safely on Runway 25 at 11:37 pm, and the emergency was withdrawn by 11:47 pm. Airport authorities confirmed that all operations continued normally following the incident.

🏏 Sarfaraz Khan rejoins team, advised to move on

Sarfaraz Khan has returned to the Indian team for the Sri Lanka Test series after a 1.5-year absence. He was previously left out after the 2024-25 Australian tour, being dropped by the Ajit Agarkar-led committee. Mohammad Kaif has advised him to forget past issues, including rumors of a conflict with coach Gautam Gambhir. Kaif praised the decision-makers for recalling him due to spin-friendly pitches in Sri Lanka. The focus now must be on ensuring the Indian team continues to progress and win dominantly. 🏏