🌾 Parliament boosts funding for co-operative sector

Parliament has passed the NCDC (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with Rajya Sabha giving its approval today. This bill allows the National Co-operative Development Corporation to engage in industrial goods activities and lets states extend funding. Since 2014, financial assistance from NCDC has jumped to about four lakh crore rupees, up from 45 thousand crore rupees until 2014. The sector currently boasts over eight lakh societies with around 30 crore members across India. Further, Tribhuvan Sahkari University will train about 17 lakh young people over the next five years.

🕊️ India stresses border peace for China ties

India has stated that border peace is crucial for maintaining its relationship with China. This statement was made by officials amid ongoing reports of military tensions along the border. Specifically, the dialogue is happening following recent escalations in the region. The stability of the border is seen as a prerequisite for broader diplomatic cooperation between the two nations. Moving forward, both sides are expected to engage in further talks to de-escalate the situation.

🐶 Pit bull attacks couple while house hunting in Patiala

A man and his wife were injured after being attacked by a pet pit bull in Ghuman Nagar area of Patiala on Wednesday. The couple, along with a local property dealer, was inspecting a house for rent when the dog suddenly attacked them. The dog bit them, causing multiple injuries across their bodies, and they were rushed to a private hospital for treatment. A video of the incident has since gone viral on social media platforms. A municipal official confirmed that the civic body has banned keeping ferocious dog breeds like pit bulls as pets. 🐶

🚨 Odisha woman allegedly gang-raped during drive

A woman traveling with a friend was allegedly gang-raped after being intercepted by a group of men near a local village. This incident occurred in Cuttack district, Odisha, on Tuesday night. The accused group, estimated between four to six men, intercepted them near Sukarpada village on the Cuttack-Chandbali Road. The suspects allegedly thrashed the friend before gang-raping the woman, and then fled the scene. Police have registered a case and formed multiple teams to track down the accused individuals. 😟

🔬 New lidar can check EVs for leaks and temp

Researchers from Harbin Institute of Technology developed a multifunctional lidar system for multi-parameter sensing. This system can provide high-precision ranging along with sensing ambient temperatures, liquid densities, and gas concentrations. In proof of concept, they imaged a plate at 30m and monitored gas leakage using C2H2, CO2, and CH4. The prototype shows promise for improving electric vehicle safety by integrating driving and battery management. This new technique holds widespread application potential in new energy vehicles.

📅 DHE Haryana PG Admission Dates Extended

The admission schedule for postgraduate programs in DHE Haryana has been officially extended. This update affects candidates across various colleges within the Haryana state. The revised dates allow extra time for applications, specifically covering the period up to January 15th. This extension comes in response to a high volume of applications received initially. Applicants are advised to check the official DHE Haryana portal for the final timeline.

🐒 Monkey skull found in Delhi airport bag

A skull was discovered in a passenger's handbag during security checks at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on Monday. CISF personnel spotted the suspicious object before the passenger was scheduled to fly to Hyderabad. The passenger later claimed the recovered item was from a monkey. Since the case involves wildlife, proceedings will start under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Authorities are now investigating how the passenger obtained the skull and why they were transporting it.

🧠 Exercise might help clean brain junk as we age

Regular exercise could help the aging brain clear waste products linked to cognitive decline, according to researchers at Victoria University. Dr James R. Broatch investigated how physical activity impacts the glymphatic system, the brain's waste-clearance pathway active during sleep. The study identified several ways exercise might boost glymphatic function and overall brain health. Benefits include better sleep, less inflammation, and lower blood pressure, supporting healthier aging. Future research still needs to define the required intensity and types of exercise for optimal brain health. 🧠

🔥 Govinda's new co-star sparks dating rumors

Govinda is facing dating rumours after being linked with co-star Komal Rani Swarnkar. The speculation surfaced after his wife, Sunita Ahuja, accused him of cheating on July. Komal, a newcomer reportedly from Uttar Pradesh, is set to star in Govinda's film Roopa. Sunita Ahuja reacted strongly to the rumours, suggesting Govinda has lost his common sense. The couple, married since 1987, has two children together. 💖

🧼 Haridwar's Post-Kanwar Yatra Mess

Massive sanitation challenges hit Haridwar following the Kanwar Yatra. Thousands of tons of waste, including urine-filled bottles, were reported across the city. The cleanup effort is currently underway, dealing with the immense volume of discarded materials. This yearly influx of pilgrims places a huge strain on local civic infrastructure and waste management systems. Authorities are planning long-term strategies to handle future large-scale religious gatherings. 🧼

🌱 1/3 farmland causes 2/3 of nature/carbon loss

A new global study found that one-third of the world's agricultural land drives about two-thirds of farming-related biodiversity and carbon loss. This damage is concentrated in hotspots across South America, Africa, Asia, India, and China. Beef and dairy are major culprits, responsible for 41% of biodiversity loss and 29% of carbon storage loss. Restoring 30% of high-impact farmland could capture 170 billion tonnes of carbon. Therefore, targeted actions linking climate and nature policies are essential for progress. 🌍