🧐 Opposition challenges CM to release corruption files

Udhayanidhi Stalin challenged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to publicly release three alleged corruption files in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. The opposition leader made this demand during Friday's session, referencing Vijay's earlier statement about these files. These files, related to the previous DMK regime, were mentioned by Vijay on August 19. Udhayanidhi insisted the CM reveal the contents and take action against the responsible parties. The Speaker later expunged Udhayanidhi's remarks, though the debate on MLA vehicles continued. 🧐

🩹 FIR registered for pellet gun victim after Rahul's protest

An FIR has been registered regarding pellet injuries sustained during a protest against NEET paper leaks. This action followed a dharna staged by Rahul Gandhi at the Parliament Street police station in New Delhi. The incident occurred on July 20, involving 19-year-old Sahil Lochab, who later had surgery at AIIMS Trauma Centre. Gandhi alleged that the FIR was delayed due to pressure from top authorities in the home ministry. This registration is seen as the first step toward justice for the injured youth. 🩹

🎖️ President finally approves gallantry medal for former cop

President Droupadi Murmu has approved the President's Medal for Gallantry for Vivek Kumar Chouhan. This former police officer was involved in an anti-dacoity operation in Madhya Pradesh back in 2003. The approval comes after the Supreme Court was informed about the decision on Friday. The initial dispute involved a High Court order from December 2024 regarding the award. Chouhan's lawyer stated he would withdraw the contempt petition following this development.

🎁 Raksha Bandhan 2026 sister gift guide is here

HerZindagi has put together a curated gift guide for Raksha Bandhan 2026 to help with sister gifting. The guide features options for skincare lovers, sweet tooth enthusiasts, comfort seekers, and jewelry fans. Products range from Twenty-seven's Hydra Boost moisturizer at ₹1899 to Qween Jewels' bracelet at ₹3,29,415. Gifts include hampers from Akhand Sweets and Mad Over Donuts, alongside comfy loungewear sets. This list ensures there is something perfect for every sister's style.

🏴‍☠️ Indians Hijacked By Pirates Near Yemen and Somalia

Two commercial ships carrying 22 Indian crew members were hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents. These events took place off Somalia's Puntland coast on August 17 and the Gulf of Aden near Yemen on August 20. The first ship, M/V LUTUF, had six Indians, while M.T. Sibu 1 had sixteen Indians aboard. All the Indian crew members from both vessels are reported to be safe currently. The vessels remain under pirate control while authorities manage the situation. 🏴‍☠️

🛰️ BrahMos missile's global appeal is soaring

India's BrahMos supersonic missile gained significant traction after its performance during Operation Sindoor. The missile proved its effectiveness by striking multiple targets in Pakistan, establishing itself as a major defence export success. The Philippines became the first buyer in 2022 for the anti-ship variant, followed by Vietnam and Indonesia. Now, the UAE and several other nations are showing interest in acquiring this formidable weapon. BrahMos Aerospace is also developing a next-gen version to expand its operational capabilities. 🚀

🇮🇳 Tagore's 89-Year Advice Sparks Congress-BJP Clash

A fierce political clash is happening over India's National Song, Vande Mataram. The Congress Working Committee reaffirmed its 1937 policy to only sing the first two stanzas at official events. This decision is rooted in Rabindranath Tagore's 1937 advice to avoid alienating non-Hindu communities. The BJP argues this compromise validated communal divisions, while Congress maintains it upholds secular unity. The debate highlights the tension between historical pluralism and a uniform national culture.

😠 School Clash in Jaipur: 48-Hour Deadline Set

The Cockroach Janta Party founder, Abhijeet Dipke, issued a 48-hour warning regarding a school dispute in Jaipur. CJP activists, including Ashutosh Ranka, were confronted by locals while visiting a primary school in Rampura-Kanwarpura village, Jaipur district. Dipke demands the start of school repair work and the arrest of BJP goons within 48 hours. This follows the CJP's 'School Thik Karo' campaign launched on August 15 to highlight poor school amenities. Dipke threatened a sit-in protest in Jaipur, mirroring their Jantar Mantar action. 😠

🏎️ Monegasque GT driver Cedric Sbirrazzuoli passed away

Monegasque GT driver Cedric Sbirrazzuoli passed away on Thursday, August 20th, at the age of 39. He was married to Martina in June and built a varied career in GT and endurance racing. His racing journey included competition in GT4, GT2, and driving Ferrari machinery like the 296 GT3. In 2024, he raced with Conquest Racing, securing a victory at Petit Le Mans. Tributes have flooded in from teams and peers following his untimely passing.

🚨 FDA Commissioner says no to politics after food crackdown

Tukaram Mundhe, the Maharashtra FDA commissioner, recently addressed whether he would enter politics in an interview. He stated firmly that politics does not suit his forthright and outspoken nature. Under his tenure, his department conducted 3,000 raids and seized goods worth Rs 55 crore till July 31. Mundhe's tough stance has led to shutdowns at places like Domino's and Blinkit stores. He emphasizes that his job as a bureaucrat is to implement decisions made by politicians. 🧐

🚨 Kavitha calls out Rahul Gandhi over Telangana police brutality

Kavitha Kalvakuntla questioned Rahul Gandhi regarding his silence on alleged police brutality in Telangana. The Telangana Rakshana Sena president shared a video showing an incident in Mahabubabad on August 19. She contrasted this with Gandhi's focus on Delhi's police action during a protest. Kavitha accused Gandhi of having double standards, saying Delhi got his outrage, but Telangana got silence. Further details regarding the Mahabubabad incident are currently under examination. 🧐