💖 One kidney life: Hope after organ donation

Organ donation provides a second chance at life, as shown by transplant recipient Chethan Basavarajaiah and donor Meenakshi. Chethan, in Bengaluru, received a transplant and pursued his Master’s in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Doctors state one healthy kidney can support an active life through compensatory hyperfiltration. Regular health check-ups, including annual kidney tests, are crucial for early detection. Lifestyle discipline and informed medical care help people lead normal, fulfilling lives. 🩺

🕵️ Cold Case: 1990 Kashmiri Pandit Murder Reopened

A chilling double murder case from 1990 in Kashmir has been brought back under investigation. The crime involved the brutal killing of two Kashmiri Pandits in the region. This serious incident occurred approximately 36 years ago, with the details still unresolved. The reopening is part of ongoing efforts to bring justice to victims from that time. Authorities are now scrutinizing the old case files to potentially make new arrests. 🕵️

🥊 Harbhajan picks Sreesanth as roommate for a reason

Despite past friction stemming from the 2008 IPL 'slapgate', Harbhajan Singh recently suggested S Sreesanth be his roommate. He stated in a PTI interview that being in the same room could help resolve many of their issues. Earlier, Sreesanth issued a direct boxing challenge to Harbhajan Singh. Sreesanth mentioned being in the Bear Knuckle Fight League and sponsoring Conor McGregor's video. This interaction shows a mix of reconciliation attempts and old rivalries. 🥊

📅 SSC Stenographer 2026 Exam Dates Revealed

The exam dates for the SSC Stenographer 2026 recruitment have officially been released. The schedule specifically covers the September shift for the examination process. The exam is scheduled to take place on September 15th, 2026. This recruitment drive is part of the government's ongoing effort to fill various clerical positions. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for further details and preparation guidelines.

🏛️ Parliament monsoon session wraps up abruptly

Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned sine die on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The session concluded after Vande Mataram was played in the Lok Sabha, where PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah were present. The Rajya Sabha functioned for 37 hours and 49 minutes and passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. The session saw little transaction of business, marked by repeated disruptions over various protests. Moving forward, Congress MP Karti Chidambaram criticized the session as highly disappointing. 😟

😠 Parliament Session Drama Over Protests

The Monsoon Session of Parliament is underway, showing little business as the Opposition demands answers about police action. Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered a full debate on NEET paper leak protests, while Kiren Rijiju said the government would increase debate time. However, Rahul Gandhi rejected the offer, wanting answers on who ordered the firing on July 20. Meanwhile, the Lok Sabha passed a Mines and Minerals Bill without debate on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The session is scheduled to wrap up this Thursday, August 13, 2026. 😠

😥 Measles outbreak claims 5 more lives in Bangladesh

At least five children died from the measles outbreak in Bangladesh on Wednesday, escalating a serious health crisis across the nation. The deaths were reported in Dhaka, where the total confirmed and suspected fatalities neared 885 this year. DGHS noted 941 new suspected cases and 84 new confirmed cases in the last 24 hours. An international group cited vaccine supply disruptions during the 2024-2025 interim government as a key cause. This crisis is highlighted as one of the country's worst public health issues, emphasizing the need for vaccination. 😥

🛡️ Russia hits Ukrainian Danube port; Zelenskyy asks for US help

Russia recently launched an attack targeting a port located on the Danube River. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy specifically urged the United States to dispatch Patriot missile systems. The strikes occurred as part of the ongoing military conflict in Ukraine. Zelenskyy stressed that such advanced defensive weaponry is crucial for protecting Ukrainian infrastructure. The plea comes amid escalating hostilities in the region. 🛡️

🐘 Elephant and calf fatally hit by train in Kerala

A wild elephant and its calf were fatally struck by the Mangaluru-Chennai Superfast Express early on Thursday, August 13, 2026. This incident happened near Puduppathy at Chavadippara, on the Walayar-Palakkad forest stretch of the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. The collision occurred around 12:30 a.m. on the Tamil Nadu side, causing train services to be disrupted for several hours. Forest officials and a veterinary team from Thrissur responded to remove the carcasses and conduct the post-mortem. Previously, another elephant was killed by a train near Walayar in February, prompting speed reductions at night.

🚀 NASA astronaut Mike Fincke retires after 30 years

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke officially announced his retirement following three decades of dedicated service to the agency. He was from Emsworth, Pa., and first flew in space back in 2004. His career included four missions and nine spacewalks over 549 days, with the announcement made on Wednesday. Fincke was instrumental in early ISS module testing and served as a mission specialist on STS-134. He remains committed to exploration as NASA prepares for future missions.

🧐 APPSC Group-I valuation under SIT probe

An investigation by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has flagged serious irregularities in the APPSC Group-I valuation process. The probe is currently focused on the examination valuation conducted by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission. The irregularities were reportedly noted during the ongoing scrutiny of the assessment process. This situation has brought the integrity of the recruitment process under intense public and official examination. Authorities are now looking into the matter to ensure transparency in the results. 🧐