🐋 Orca mother carries dead calf for 17 days

In 2018, a female orca named Tahlequah gave birth to a calf off Washington's coast that died shortly after birth. She then carried this dead calf for 17 days and over 1,000 miles while traveling the Salish Sea. This heartbreaking display occurred when the Southern Resident killer whales were already struggling with dwindling numbers. Scientists observed this unusual behavior amid concerns over salmon depletion and noise pollution impacting the pod. Eventually, Tahlequah released the calf, showing a profound maternal bond.

📈 Jewellery stocks swing wildly amid gold price hike

Jewellery stocks showed mixed trading action on Thursday, with Kalyan Jewellers seeing a gain while PC Jeweller, Sky Gold, and Senco Gold experienced drops. Kalyan Jewellers shares climbed up to 2.01% to hit an intraday high of Rs 622.60 per share. This movement is happening as 24K gold prices in India rose by Rs 600, reaching Rs 1,60,000 per 10 grams. Analysts note the sector's growth is supported by gold price surges despite challenges like duty hikes. Future demand is expected to remain strong, especially during the festive season.

⚖️ Rajasthan HC row: Mehta vs Sharma, CJI responds

Supreme Court Judge Sandeep Mehta made serious allegations against Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma, Acting CJ of Rajasthan High Court. These letters were sent to the CJI on August 2, 10, and 17, detailing claims of maladministration and favouritism. Justice Mehta accused Sharma of manipulating listings and misusing power before his retirement on September 26. CJI Surya Kant stated that these allegations must be handled through established institutional mechanisms, not the public domain. The matter is now under review, considering both sides' input. ⚖️

🩺 Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Choice Filling is Live

The Maharashtra CET Cell has officially started the first round of choice filling for NEET UG 2026 counselling. This process includes a final merit list covering 35,463 candidates aiming for MBBS and BDS courses in Maharashtra. Students must submit their college and course preferences by August 29, 2026, up to 5:30 pm. The results for this Round 1 seat allotment are scheduled to be announced on August 30. Admitted students must report to their colleges between August 31 and September 4, 2026.

💔 Gym Trainer Kills Model in West Delhi Home

A model was fatally stabbed by her gym trainer at a residence in West Delhi. The incident occurred involving the model and her trainer in the West Delhi area. Authorities reported that the attack took place on May 24, 2024. This brutal act has sparked widespread shock and concern among the community. Police are currently investigating the matter to determine the full sequence of events. 💔

🧬 New platform lets scientists build custom proteins fast

Scientists have developed AGENTEX, a new platform for large-scale custom protein production. This breakthrough comes from the labs of geneticist George Church and the Wyss Institute at Harvard University. The tool allows designing proteins with up to 34 amino acids, reported on August 26th in Nature. This method skips genome recoding, offering a faster and safer alternative to current techniques. Moving forward, this opens doors for innovative solutions across medicine and materials science. 🔬

💧 Dropout to Padma Shri: Water Hero of Rajasthan

Laxman Singh started reviving a dry pond in Laporiya, Rajasthan, after dropping out of school at 17 during a drought. He rallied villagers to repair an old bund, which filled with rainwater and became Anna Sagar by 1984. This system later expanded, and Singh developed the Chauka system for pastureland restoration. This holistic approach helped farmers grow crops across both kharif and rabi seasons. For his social work, Singh was honored with the Padma Shri in 2023. 💧

🥭 Mango tree saves man in deadly Nepal floods

A mango tree saved Bibek Kumal, a 24-year-old man, during deadly flash floods in Bidur near Nepal's Himalayan border. He was digging a toilet pit when a massive surge of water, mud, and rock hit him. The disaster, which heavily affected Rasuwa and Dhading districts, resulted in at least 165 confirmed deaths and over 1,300 missing people. Scientists confirmed the floods were caused by a glacial collapse, not an earthquake. Rescue efforts are ongoing as the floodwaters slowly recede from the affected areas. 😥

🩺 Knee pain in 30s might not just be aging

Knee pain experienced in one's 30s can indicate issues beyond simple aging, according to Dr Rajesh Verma. This advice comes from Dr Verma, Head of Spine Surgery at Shalby International Hospital, Gurgaon. Previous sports injuries, repetitive stress, and inflammatory conditions are major contributing factors to these problems. Young adults should not assume it is just wear and tear, especially with persistent swelling or stiffness. Doctors recommend physical exams and MRIs to properly diagnose and treat the root cause. 🧐

🩺 SC gives Centre 2 weeks on junk food labels 🚨

The Supreme Court has demanded the Centre finalize front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods within two weeks. This directive comes from Justices JB Pardiwala and K Vinod Chandran regarding rising obesity and ultra-processed food consumption in India. The court stressed that public health cannot be compromised, citing the right to health under Article 21 of the Constitution. Data shows 24% of Indian women and 23% of men were overweight or obese as of NFHS 2019-21. If the government delays, the Supreme Court plans to issue further binding directions.

🏔️ Flash floods leave hundreds missing in Nepal and Tibet

Nearly 300 Indian tourists are among hundreds missing after devastating flash floods swept through parts of Nepal and Tibet. Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal stated that nearly 1,500 people are missing across both regions. The floods struck three districts of Nepal on Wednesday after an avalanche blocked the Lhende tributary. This disaster has resulted in 175 confirmed deaths so far, with rescue operations ongoing. Authorities are actively working to ascertain the full extent of the tragedy and assist affected nationals. 😥