🗣️ Rahul Gandhi slams BJP/RSS over youth wealth gap

Rahul Gandhi targeted the BJP and RSS while addressing students at the 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. He highlighted that India's youth and vast data are crucial for the 21st-century economy. Gandhi alleged that while youth generate data, the wealth benefits are captured by large corporations. He claimed Adani's income increased 30 times, and the BJP's bank balance rose from Rs 150 crore to Rs 10,000 crore. He urged youth to fight the system with love rather than hatred.

🦖 Dino bone found in Japan reveals ancient coastal diversity

A small dinosaur bone discovered in Fukushima, Japan, in 1999 was recently identified as a 3-meter iguanodontian. This fossil was found near the Ashizawa Formation, dating back around 90 million years ago. The detailed study, published in 2026, showed it belonged to a specific advanced iguanodontian group. This finding suggests varied dinosaur sizes coexisted in Fukushima's coastal areas during the Late Cretaceous. The research adds crucial insight into ancient Asian herbivore evolution. 🦖

🤢 Bihar headmaster accused of gross misconduct 🤢

A Bihar headmaster is facing serious accusations of poor conduct at a primary school in Maihar district. Students and parents claim the headmaster arrives drunk and chews gutkha on school grounds. The most severe allegation is that the headmaster defecated inside the school and made children clean up the mess. Reports from August 8, 2026, detail these incidents, along with neglect of classes and midday meal issues. The local education department has issued a show-cause notice and is considering suspension.

🎭 Co-star reveals Rajesh Khanna's downfall

Rajesh Khanna's former co-star spoke out about the actor's behavior. The individual mentioned that Khanna was arrogant and had abused them during their time working together. This revelation sheds light on the personal struggles behind his career shift. The co-star shared these details to explain the trajectory of Khanna's life post-peak. Further details regarding these allegations are expected to emerge in the coming months.

🗳️ No Delimitation Amendment? What's the Plan?

The BJP is pushing for a new delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies. This effort is underway in Parliament to secure a two-thirds majority for a Constitutional amendment. Previously, an amendment was moved in April 2026 but failed to pass. The Centre's proposals include raising Lok Sabha seats to 850 and reserving one-third for women. The exact details of the new plan have not been officially disclosed yet.

🌊 Kerala floods spark political drama in Kuttanad

A political controversy flared up in Kuttanad over the region's readiness to manage massive river runoff during the floods. Ministers visited the flood-ravaged area, with the Thottappally spillway becoming a major point of contention. Critics alleged delays in clearing sandbars and debris, despite 39 of 40 shutters remaining open as of Saturday. Officials countered that dredging work has been ongoing since 2018, while some pointed to highway structures as new bottlenecks. Preliminary assessments show the flood damage surpassed ₹55.64 crore across the district. 🌊

📡 AP govt backs telcos for full mobile coverage

The Andhra Pradesh government is offering major support to telecom service providers for tower installation. This initiative is being implemented through the Information Technology, Electronics and Communications Department across the state. The support includes free land, subsidized power, and viability gap aid, effective from August 08, 2026. This aims to solve connectivity issues in remote villages where commercial viability is low. The assistance will be reviewed every three years to ensure continued network expansion. 📡

😟 Meta restricts post on Kashmir pellet victim

Meta has restricted a social media post concerning Insha Mushtaq, a pellet victim in Kashmir. The restriction specifically targeted the content shared regarding Mushtaq's situation in India. The post was flagged by the platform due to its sensitive nature surrounding the incident. This action by Meta highlights ongoing content moderation challenges in conflict zones. Further actions regarding the visibility of the post remain unclear for now. 😟

😠 Cleric booked for remarks on Kanwariyas in UP

A case has been registered against Muslim cleric Sajid Rashidi in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Rashidi, president of the All India Imam Association, made derogatory remarks about kanwariyas in an interview. The allegations stem from his questioning of devotees' conduct during the Kanwar Yatra, which runs until August 11. Narendra Panwar of Hindu Sangharsh Samiti filed the complaint regarding these statements. The police proceeded to file the FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions. 😠

💧 Minister pushes rural jobs under VB-G RAM G scheme

Madhu Bangarappa, the Minister in-charge of Shivamogga, chaired a meeting on Saturday to review the drought situation in the region. He instructed officers to ensure rural people get work using the VB-G RAM G scheme. Since July 1, the scheme has been active, and 82 landslip prevention works have been completed across the district. Officers reported that the Tunga reservoir is full, but Bhadra reservoir is only 50% full. The minister also heard concerns about compensation for families who lost their homes in heavy rains. 💧

✅ UPI stays free for users; merchants might pay small fee

The government has confirmed that UPI payments will remain free for consumers across the board. A nominal Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) might be introduced, but only for select merchant transactions exceeding a certain threshold. This clarification relates to the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which is under consideration. The UPI and Services Steering Committee, led by NPCI, will decide on any MDR after the Bill passes Parliament. This move aims to fund cybersecurity and infrastructure upgrades for digital payments. 📱