📜 Police serve unmarked forms to Bengal madrasas

West Bengal police have started distributing unmarked proforma to madrasas, mosques, and idgahs across the state. This survey targets institutions in districts like Barrackpore, Birbhum, and Malda. Questions seek details on foreign funding, visitors over the last three years, and border proximity. Authorities are worried as the forms lack official government notification or legal backing. Human rights activists are demanding an immediate inquiry into this sensitive data collection. 🕌

✨ Scorpio horoscope: prioritize your own vibe today

A clash between personal goals and social duties is happening as Saturn in Pisces opposes the Moon in Virgo. Hariyali Teej could cause relationship tension, though Ravi Yoga promises positive moves. Scorpios should re-evaluate plans, especially when receiving social invites. Focus on long-term happiness rather than temporary social expectations for true fulfillment. This is the advice to navigate the day's energy effectively.

🏅 IPS officer gets President's Medal for service

Senior IPS officer Nupur Prasad has been selected for the President's Medal for Distinguished Service. She was notably involved in supervising the CBI probe into Sushant Singh Rajput's death in Mumbai. This recognition comes after her high-profile tenure, which included major assignments across various states. The award highlights her versatility, integrity, and work on several major policing initiatives. Prasad currently serves as Joint Commissioner of Police in the Economic Offences Wing.

🔪 Six arrested in occultist's murder case in UP

Six individuals were arrested in connection with the alleged murder of occultist Anish Upadhyay. The arrests took place in Uttar Pradesh, with suspects identified as Sonu, Vishal, Vikas Kumar Gond, Sahil Gond, Abhishek alias Rohit Kashyap, and Mohit Kashyap. The incident is linked to an FIR registered on August 13 based on a July 9 disappearance report. The accused allegedly murdered Upadhyay after his rituals failed to resolve their financial and health issues. Police are investigating the case, which involved assaulting him at their rented house. 🔪

🔬 Electricity-driven molecule slashes chemical use in e-waste recycling

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign created a molecule that uses electricity for metal extraction. This molecule was demonstrated to selectively recover gold from electronic-waste leachates. The process reduced chemical consumption by one to two orders of magnitude. This advancement removes the need for extra chemical reagents in the extraction cycle. The team is now working to scale this approach for industrial applications. ⚡

⛽ LPG e-KYC deadline approaching, no official word yet

The deadline for domestic LPG consumers to complete their biometric Aadhaar authentication expires this Sunday. In Bengal, this impacts around 1.4 crore non-Ujjwala LPG consumers, including 90 lakh Indane connections. Officials noted around 75 lakh consumers still need to update their e-KYC as of the third week of July. Agencies will remain open on August 15 and 16 from noon to 4pm to maximize compliance efforts. A suitable decision regarding non-completion will be taken at the appropriate time, according to Indian Oil officials. 😟

🤖 Gemini 3.7 Flash is now in Google AI Mode

Google has added Gemini 3.7 Flash as a selectable model within its AI Mode feature. This update is available globally right now for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, specifically in English. The model offers stronger instruction following and better intent understanding, according to Robby Stein. Gemini 3.7 Flash was initially released on August 13th for coding and agent tasks. It is currently a choice, not the new default, in the model menu. 🤖

🙏 Nagaland church body pushes back on Vande Mataram singing

The Nagaland Baptist Church Council has formally opposed the Centre's directive regarding the revised Vande Mataram for India's 80th Independence Day. This opposition follows a call from the Naga Students’ Federation to protect students’ rights at Independence Day programs. The NBCC stated on Thursday, August 13, 2026, that compelling citizens, especially Christians, to sing is against their views. They emphasized that patriotism must stem from willing participation, not compulsion, while respecting national symbols. The church body urged peaceful dialogue, stressing that conscience must be respected in India's diverse nation.

📉 Jane Street takes a massive $15B hit

Jane Street experienced a significant financial loss due to issues with its situational awareness systems. The firm encountered major troubles across its operations, leading to the substantial downturn. Reports indicate the loss amounts to roughly $15 billion. This setback highlights vulnerabilities in high-frequency trading infrastructure. The company is reportedly working to stabilize its systems moving forward. 📉

🥊 UFC 330 staredowns: Makhachev vs Garry faceoff 👀

The final faceoffs for UFC 330 have taken place ahead of the big fights. Islam Makhachev squared off against Irish contender Ian Garry in the main event at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Penn. The event is scheduled for tomorrow night, Saturday, August 15, 2026. Makhachev is aiming to break Anderson Silva’s 16-straight win record in this welterweight title bout. Mackenzie Dern will also defend her strawweight title against Gillian Robertson in the co-headliner.

🚨 Spain ups security in Ceuta amid border rush fears

Spain has increased security measures in the autonomous city of Ceuta following online calls for another mass border crossing attempt. Authorities are taking proactive steps to manage the situation at the border point. The recent heightened alert follows previous incidents where migrants attempted to enter Spain illegally. This intensified security push is aimed at preventing any large-scale unauthorized influx of people. Officials are monitoring the situation closely to maintain control at the border crossing.