sports Pakistan secured a four-wicket consolation victory in the third T20I held at Dambulla. The match featured Pakistan versus Sri Lanka, with the game taking place in Dambulla. Sri Lanka posted 113/6 in 20 overs, and Pakistan chased it down in 18.2 overs. The bowlers delivered a strong performance, restricting the hosts despite a quick start. This win concludes Pakistan's tour of Sri Lanka in a positive note. 🏏
india Rescue teams evacuated residents from Kakkodi, Kozhikode, following heavy rainfall on Monday, August 3, 2026. Kozhikode City Police have deployed disaster management measures with a special team led by Deputy Commissioner of Police Padam Singh. Surveillance is heightened in low-lying areas and landslide-prone spots across the district. Public is strongly advised against entering hazardous zones, especially near rivers or submerged electrical equipment. Residents must rely on official updates and report emergencies immediately via 112.
business A Sthree Sakthi lottery ticket, number SS 279975, secured a massive Rs 1 Crore prize. This winning ticket was drawn in Kerala on August 4, 2026. The result is now officially live for all participants to check. This win adds to the excitement of the regional lottery draws. Further prize lists and details will be released soon. 💰
india AAP's agitation against the E20 fuel policy will continue, according to national convenor Arvind Kejriwal. The protest took place in New Delhi on August 4, 2026, where police stopped a march to submit 2.30 lakh petitions. Kejriwal stated that only around 100 people joined the march that day, despite facing social media criticism. The party plans to oppose E20 in states like Goa and Gujarat, where they have legislators. He urged PM Narendra Modi to resist pressure and halt ethanol imports from the United States.
entertainment Moviegoers were forced to leave a theatre during a Spider-Man screening in Cartagena, Colombia. The incident occurred at the Cine Colombia multiplex inside the Plaza Bocagrande shopping centre on Sunday, August 2nd. Hundreds of people evacuated due to a strong odor, with staff not officially canceling the show. No injuries were reported, and some viewers tried to return to finish the film. The cause remains unidentified, though some suspect a prank or a bathroom mishap. 💨
tech Telangana officials have been instructed to exclusively use T-Fiber for internet service in all government offices starting September 1, 2026. IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu issued this directive to stop payments to private internet service providers from that date. The state also ordered an acceleration of the 'Internet to every home' initiative implementation. T-Fiber must connect all government offices by the deadline and service the Future City project in Hyderabad. The migration from T-SWAN to T-Fiber needs to be finalized within one month.
india The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that NEET OMR tampering allegations cannot be accepted based only on suspicion. A bench led by Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha dismissed a petition from a candidate regarding the 2026 undergraduate NEET re-examination. This case arose after candidates alleged their uploaded OMR sheets were altered, following the June 21 re-test. The court noted the claims rested solely on the petitioner's comparison chart, lacking independent proof of manipulation. Consequently, the court found no arbitrariness or procedural irregularity in the examination evaluation. 🧐
sports India's para athletes achieved significant success at the Glasgow event. They secured a total of 7 para medals across various disciplines. This haul included an impressive tally of 3 gold medals, marking a strong performance. The achievements showcase the dedication and skill of the Indian contingent. The team will now carry this momentum forward in upcoming competitions. 🏅
india Gen Z activists successfully exposed the operation of India's prime-time propaganda machine. This movement involved a group of young individuals across various platforms. The exposé highlighted several instances dating back to early 2023. The initiative aimed to bring transparency to the narrative control within major news broadcasts. Authorities are reportedly investigating the methods used by these digital activists. 🧐
health Private medical colleges now account for a majority of India's total MBBS seats, totaling 54% out of 1,36,939 seats across 823 colleges. For the 2026-27 academic year, 7,800 seats (79%) were added in private colleges versus 2,111 in government colleges. This shift marks the first time the private sector holds such a large majority in undergraduate medical education. While seats have expanded significantly from 2014-15, affordability is now a major concern for students. The overall seat count has increased steadily over the last decade to reach this high mark.
health India has reached a record of 1.37 lakh MBBS seats across 823 medical colleges for the 2026-27 academic year. Private medical colleges now hold a majority share with 73,643 seats, compared to 63,296 in government colleges. Additionally, 7,800 of the new 9,911 seats added for 2026-27 are in private institutions. This shift marks the first time the private sector has a majority in undergraduate medical education, sparking affordability concerns. The total MBBS seats have grown significantly from 51,348 in 2014-15 to the current record.
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