✈️ No rule bars airport operators from owning airlines

The Centre confirmed there is no government policy stopping major airport operators from having equity in or running airlines. This clarification addressed a waiver request received by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). The request, which aims to allow airport operators into the airline business, has not yet been examined by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. This discussion arose amidst reports of the Adani Group's interest in the airline sector. Officials suggest future changes could include safeguards like operational separation between the two businesses.

💰 How to track your tax refund status online

If your income tax payment exceeds your final liability, you might be eligible for a tax refund. To track this, taxpayers must first ensure their ITR is verified and PAN is linked with Aadhaar. The Income Tax portal displays if the refund is under processing, issued, or adjusted against any demand. Generally, refunds take four to five weeks to be credited, though this can vary by return complexity. Checking the portal and official communications is the best way to confirm the refund has been successfully credited.

📝 NTA drops answer key timeline for June 2026 exams

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing provisional answer keys for several exams this week. These include UGC-NET June 2026, Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026, and ICAR exams. The UGC-NET CBT ran from June 22 to June 30, 2026, with a retest on July 5. Candidates can check the keys and raise objections during a designated window. Final results will follow after authorities review all submitted challenges. 🧐

📢 Govt says Shah will respond to student protest issues

The government offered a full discussion on the student protest crackdown, with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stating Home Minister Amit Shah is ready to respond. This offer was made on Monday to break the Parliament deadlock over the police action that occurred on July 20. Rijiju urged the Opposition not to disrupt the House if they wanted Shah's statement on the matter. The Opposition has been demanding a discussion regarding the treatment of students during the protest, which involved pellet guns. The government's move puts the onus on the Opposition to allow Parliament to function for Shah to reply.

⚖️ Daughter wins case against dad over PPF withdrawal

A daughter successfully sued her father after he withdrew the entire corpus from her PPF account. This legal battle took place in the Delhi High Court involving Shamli Kawatra and her father, Sudhir Kawatra. The father withdrew over ₹8 lakh in 2016, closing the account before maturity in 2017. The court ruled that a father cannot use a child's PPF funds to meet his personal maintenance obligations. Therefore, the father must return the entire corpus along with interest to the daughter. 💰

🔥 Job aspirants face water cannons in Ranchi protest

Thousands of job aspirants marched to the Jharkhand Assembly to protest alleged irregularities in the 14th and other recruitment tests. This protest took place in Ranchi on Monday, August 11, 2026, after starting near the old Assembly building around 10:30 a.m. The demonstration, now in its 17th day, saw clashes when police used water cannons near Jagannathpur Temple. Despite government talks, protesters insist they will not compromise until a CBI probe is conducted. They are demanding comprehensive reforms in JPSC and JSSC for their careers. ✊

🥑 Farmer shares avocado growing tips for home gardens 🥑

Amritsar farmer Harmanpreet Singh is teaching Indians how to cultivate avocados at home using just one seed. He spent over 10 years establishing avocado businesses across Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Kenya. A single tree can yield fruit for nearly 50 years, offering a long-term return. The process starts by planting a ripe avocado seed in a warm, moist environment for initial sprouting. After grafting, the plant can produce up to 1.5 quintals annually by the tenth year.

🔬 Finnish scientists make renewable chemical production last longer

Finnish researchers have made a big step in producing renewable chemicals using photosynthetic microorganisms. They achieved this by trapping ethylene-producing cyanobacteria within thin nanocellulose films at the University of Turku. The films sustained ethylene production for over four months, yielding roughly twice the amount of comparable suspension cultures. This biohybrid approach helps overcome issues like self-shading found in traditional liquid cultures. Next, the team needs to scale these small lab films into larger, reliable production systems. 🧪

🤰 Anne Hathaway rocks maternity chic at film premiere

Anne Hathaway made a stylish appearance at the world premiere of The End of Oak Street. She showcased her baby bump wearing a silk top from Prabal Gurung and blue jeans. The look featured a high-neck, sleeveless top with a floor-length train, paired with low-rise denim. This unexpected mix balanced relaxed casualwear with high-fashion drama. She completed the ensemble with striking red pumps and bold red lip makeup.

🔥 16 Bangladeshi expats die in Saudi factory fire

At least 16 Bangladeshi expats died following a fire that broke out at a sofa manufacturing factory in Riyadh on Sunday, August 9th. The tragedy occurred in Musa Sanaia, Saudi Arabia, at the industrial site. Authorities are currently working to identify the victims and complete all necessary legal formalities. The Bangladeshi Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating closely with Saudi officials to assist the families. Following procedures, the deceased individuals will be repatriated to Bangladesh with family consent. 😔

📉 Bharat Forge Q1 results hit; stock drops

Bharat Forge reported results for the June quarter on August 10, showing a consolidated net loss of ₹90 crore. This occurred in the company located in India, with revenue hitting ₹4,640 crore. The loss was primarily due to a one-time exceptional loss of ₹358 crore during the quarter. Despite this, the India business outlook remains strong with 20% to 25% growth expected. The board has also approved a plan to raise up to ₹2,500 crore via equity and debt instruments.