india The NSUI delegation met with the protesting students in Jharkhand to show solidarity. The student groups were engaged in a hunger strike demanding various demands from authorities. This demonstration has been ongoing since the initial protests started recently. The students are seeking better educational policies and immediate government intervention. NSUI has pledged continued support until their core demands are met. ✊
india Aland MLA B.R. Patil expressed disappointment about being excluded from the State Cabinet expansion this Wednesday, August 5, 2026. He thanked party workers for their concern regarding his omission from the government body. Patil noted his five decades of public service dedicated to social justice and equality. His career included four terms as an MLA and participation in various major social movements. He trusts the people of Karnataka to judge his contribution to public life moving forward.
sports Zaheer Khan has joined as a co-owner of the Jaffna Kings after the previous ownership collapsed amid match-fixing allegations. This move places the team under Anchor Sports AB, led by Nagendra Siddoutam, following Manjot Kalra's exit in Sri Lanka. Kalra was arrested on July 16 over attempts to induce players to manipulate matches, with the team rebranded as Anchor Jaffna Kings. Sports Commune lost its rights on July 23, though the team remained in competition under emergency control. Zaheer expressed excitement about joining due to his admiration for Sri Lanka's bowling talent. 🏏
sports Mountaineer Nirmal Purja's body was successfully brought back to the base camp following a dangerous operation. This recovery effort was led by his friend in the Himalayas. The incident occurred during a high-altitude climb, details of which are still emerging. The expedition was facing severe challenges due to extreme weather conditions. Authorities are now investigating the circumstances surrounding his ascent and subsequent situation. 🏔️
science A new study analyzed 427 documented cases of primates interacting with other species across decades. The research covered 88 primate species interacting with 127 other animal species, from mammals to insects. Most frequent behaviors observed were play and grooming, though some included carrying or sharing food. These findings suggest primates have broader social flexibility than previously understood by scientists. These cross-species encounters are becoming more common as habitats fragment globally. 🐒
business India is moving towards reintroducing merchant fees on UPI transactions following proposed changes to payment laws. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled an amendment to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act in Parliament on Tuesday. In July, UPI processed 23.6 billion transactions valued at 29.9 trillion rupees, with PhonePe and Google Pay being major players. Industry argues that the lack of fees hinders growth, prompting the consideration of a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR). Policymakers are looking at charging fees above a certain threshold or based on annual turnover.
business The Tamil Nadu government decided to extend the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast scheme to Class 8 students. This announcement was made by Finance Minister Dr N Marie Wilson in the Assembly during the TVK's maiden budget for 2026-2027. The scheme aims to help 15.14 lakh students across 15,414 schools at a total cost of Rs 710 crore. Previously, the scheme started in May 2022 and was expanded to primary schools in March 2023. The expanded rollout is planned for September 17, the birth anniversary of Periyar EV Ramasamy. 🥣
health The Centre has mandated that every suspected human rabies death triggers a joint investigation across multiple departments. This new protocol involves health, veterinary, municipal, and forest departments at national to block levels. Data shows dog-bite cases hit 3.72 million in 2024, while rabies deaths rose to 180 from 22 in 2022. The One Health framework ensures tracing animal sources and identifying exposed contacts for timely vaccination. Local authorities must start field work within 48 hours and submit final reports within seven days. 🐾
Kanikka Kapur drew attention after being mistaken for Kiara Advani in the promotional poster for the film Batwara 1947. This incident occurred recently, catching the eye of social media users and fans. The poster release highlighted Kanikka's presence alongside the confusion over her resemblance to Kiara. The mistake generated a lot of online buzz and discussions among the audience. Moving forward, the film's marketing will likely clarify the actors' identities. 🎬
entertainment Samsung and Prime Video have launched HDR10+ Advanced to give users a more immersive viewing experience. This collaboration brings together Samsung's display tech and Prime Video's global streaming platform. The format uses dynamic metadata to improve brightness and contrast on a scene-by-scene basis. This helps maintain detail in both highlights and shadows, making colors more balanced. Compatible displays will see the biggest difference when watching specifically mastered content.
A 32-year-old man named Bhumananda was hacked to death by unknown attackers while riding his motorcycle near Sunkeshwarahal village. This incident took place in the Devadurga taluk of Raichur district on the night of Tuesday, August 4. The attack resulted in grievous injuries, leading to his death from excessive bleeding at the spot. Police have registered a case and have detained two suspects for questioning. The investigation suggests a personal dispute was the motive, and further action awaits the victim's brother's complaint. 😥
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