😠 Netanyahu slams Turkish President over arrest warrant

Netanyahu has strongly criticized the Turkish president, labeling him an 'antisemitic dictator.' This reaction came after Turkiye reportedly issued an arrest warrant against him. The specific details regarding the warrant were not disclosed in the report. This escalating diplomatic tension highlights ongoing political friction between the two nations. Further developments in this cross-border dispute are anticipated in the coming days.

💖 Arjun Rampal weds Gabriella Demetriades in Goa

Actor Arjun Rampal officially married his longtime partner Gabriella Demetriades in Goa. The couple registered their marriage at the Bardez Sub-Registrar's Office in Bardez. They have been together since 2018 and are parents to two sons, Arik (born 2019) and Arav (born 2023). This legal wedding followed Rampal confirming their engagement on Rhea Chakraborty's podcast. The couple continues to build their family life together. 💍

🚨 Mumbai terror case: State seeks trial of 6 Pakistani suspects

Maharashtra government has requested a Mumbai court to prosecute six Pakistani masterminds in absentia for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The proceedings involve Additional Sessions Judge Satyanarayan Ramjivan Navandar and took place on Friday, August 21, 2026. The application seeks to use Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) against the six absconders. The prosecution relies on evidence from Ajmal Kasab and David Coleman Headley to prove their operational roles. The court will hear the application again on September 17 after Interpol serves formal legal notices.

⚖️ SC praises old MGNREGA scheme

The Supreme Court lauded the scrapped MGNREGA scheme, calling it neither a freebie nor worker exploitation. This praise came while hearing a petition by activist Aruna Roy regarding delayed wages. The court noted that the successor, VB-G RAM G Act, saw a 50% decline in employment despite increased work days from 100 to 125. The Chief Justice stated MGNREGA was effective and pan-India in its implementation. The court ultimately asked the petitioner to file a new case to examine the issues under the new legislation. ⚖️

🏛️ Supreme Court sides with hanging in death penalty case

The Supreme Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation that questioned the constitutional validity of death by hanging. The case was heard by Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta in the Supreme Court. The petition was filed in 2017, challenging the prescribed method under older criminal procedures. The Court maintained that its previous rulings bind it and found no conclusive evidence for alternatives like lethal injection. However, the dismissal does not stop future constitutional reviews of the execution method. ⚖️

📖 New library named for Malayalam literary icon

The Lok Bhavan premises in Thiruvananthapuram unveiled the new 'Thunchan Smrithi Library' on Friday. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar inaugurated the facility, honoring Thunchathu Ezhuthachan, the father of modern Malayalam literature. This expanded library houses around 10,000 books covering diverse subjects and was developed to improve public accessibility. The collection includes works from various fields like history, science, and religions, alongside gifts and purchases. People of Keralam are invited to suggest improvements for the library's facilities moving forward. 📚

⚖️ Racist conduct allegations at Phoenix airport airlines

A federal lawsuit alleges Piedmont Airlines and American Eagle maintained a racially hostile work environment at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The complaint, filed by the estate of Niena Allen, details racist acts including mocking George Floyd and reenacting Django Unchained. Specific incidents involved supervisors posting a photo mocking Floyd in 2023, and employees mimicking the KKK in February 2025. The suit claims management tolerated these actions and treated Black employees unfairly compared to white colleagues. The lawsuit, refiled in federal court on August 12, seeks damages for alleged civil rights violations. ⚖️

🛰️ China's Lunar Ice Hunt in Coldest Spot

China is actively searching for water ice located on the Moon. This mission is taking place in one of the solar system's extremely cold regions. Data shows significant amounts of ice potential in this area as of early 2024. The pursuit is crucial for future long-term human exploration of the Moon. Scientists plan to continue mapping these resources in the coming years. 🛰️

😱 Haldi party vibes ended with a crane crash

The Haldi ceremony concluded at 1 am, but the celebration took a dramatic turn shortly after. A crane subsequently crashed onto the bride's residence in the early hours of the morning. The incident occurred at 2:15 am, leading to chaos at the venue. Reports indicate that several attendees jumped from the top floor during the frightening event. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crane's sudden fall. 😱

🌊 Assam floods turn safe village into disaster

Devastating floods swept through Sivasagar district in Assam, completely wiping out villages like Nepalikhuti. The disaster resulted in nearly 50 fatalities during the July event. This specific flood was unprecedented for Nepalikhuti, which had never experienced such a flood before. Investigations are now looking into the possible connection between the catastrophe and illegal mining activities. Authorities are assessing the damage and planning recovery efforts in the affected areas. 🌊

🚨 Methanol liquor tragedy hits Gujarat, 8 dead

Sixty-one people have been affected in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district after consuming methanol-laced liquor, resulting in eight confirmed deaths. Police have arrested 13 out of 21 accused named in an FIR registered at Vartej police station. The victims drank spurious liquor packaged in bottles mimicking a popular foreign brand. This occurred in Gujarat, a dry state where alcohol is prohibited, and the investigation is now with the SMC. Authorities are tracing the raw material sources in Madhya Pradesh and Delhi. 😔