⚽ Real Madrid coach dislikes summer exits of two players

Real Madrid's manager is reportedly against the summer departure of two players according to a recent report. This sentiment was expressed as the team recently played against Ferencvaros at the Groupama Arena in Budapest. While specific numbers were not mentioned, the focus was on team dynamics and player retention. Valverde praised the new coach, Jose Mourinho, and the signing of Bernardo Silva. The captain emphasized his commitment to the team's current progress despite missing some players.

💀 Woman's remains found after a year in Bengaluru home

The skeletal remains of a 57-year-old woman were discovered inside her home in Bengaluru. The deceased, identified as Dakshayani, was a resident of Havanur Layout near Nagasandra. This incident came to light on a Friday after a neighbour reported a foul smell. Police registered an unnatural death report based on a complaint from her younger brother, Mahesh Basappa Goravanakolla. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances of her death and why it went unnoticed for so long.

🚨 Gaza health chief warns for doctor's life

The director general of Gaza’s Ministry of Health called for immediate action to save Dr. Hussam Abu Safia. He is a paediatrician detained by Israel since 2024 in an Israeli detention facility. Reports indicate he has suffered injuries to his eye, head, and chest. His detention, without charge under unlawful combatant law, raises serious health alarms. The ministry demands an urgent, independent medical examination and his freedom.

✈️ Canada deportation numbers spike for Indians

Canada has deported 3,323 Indian nationals in the first six months of 2026, marking a sharp increase in removals. This high figure places the annual total on track to surpass the 3,779 removals recorded in 2025. The surge is happening as Canada tightens its immigration policies for temporary residents. Indians are mainly removed for visa fraud or overstaying their visas. Currently, 7,669 Indian nationals are in Canada's 'removal in progress inventory.' 🇨🇦

🚫 Taylor Swift song blocked on TikTok

Taylor Swift's popular song "August" has been removed from TikTok platforms. This action specifically targeted content associated with Donald Trump. The song was reportedly pulled from TikTok accounts linked to him around late July 2024. This move comes amid ongoing debates regarding political content moderation on social media apps. It is unclear what the next steps will be regarding content availability.

🌉 Bridge connects freedom fighter's village after decades of wait

A permanent bridge was inaugurated over the Khannaut River in Nawada by CM Yogi Adityanath. This village is the ancestral home of martyr Thakur Roshan Singh in Shahjahanpur district. The bridge construction was approved on February 25, 2018, after three generations suffered monsoon isolation. The Chief Minister visited on December 30, 2018, marking recognition of the martyr's sacrifice. Now, the connectivity allows better access to hospitals and markets for the residents. 🌉

🙏 Amit Shah prays at Tiruvannamalai temples

Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered prayers at the Arunachaleswar Temple and Sri Ramana Ashram in Tiruvannamalai on Saturday. He was welcomed by Collector Vandana Garg and Superintendent of Police R. Uthayakumar upon his helicopter arrival. During the visit, devotees were not allowed inside the temple, and elaborate arrangements were made for the event. Shah later visited Sri Ramana Ashram before heading to Puducherry, where he will attend a ceremony on Sunday. He is also scheduled to flag off the Har Ghar Tiranga yatra before returning to Chennai. 🧘

🧑‍🏫 Indian Educators Meet in Mumbai for Education Brainstorm

Over 100 educators from various parts of India convened in Mumbai on Saturday, August 8, 2026, for the IB PYP Coordinators and IB Heads Meet. This annual event brought together participants from 65 schools to share insights and discuss new curricular enhancements for primary years’ education. The gathering focused on finding solutions to current challenges and exchanging best practices among attendees. Sessions covered topics like inquiry learning, play, and technology integration in teaching. This meeting helps coordinators reflect on progress and refresh their educational methodologies for the future. 🧑‍🏫

🏛️ CM orders fresh probe into Siddhivinayak donation scam

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a fresh investigation into the donation irregularities at Siddhivinayak Temple. The Home Affairs Department is tasked with scrutinizing the temple's records spanning from 2022 to 2026. Raj Thackeray brought up the issue on August 2, noting irregularities of at least ₹18 crore since 2023. This follows trustees' requests for an ACB probe on August 3. Nine temple employees have already been arrested in the ongoing embezzlement case.

🧐 CM orders probe into Siddhivinayak Temple theft claims

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis ordered an inquiry into alleged financial irregularities at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple. This action followed claims by MNS chief Raj Thackeray about Rs 18 crore being siphoned off annually. The allegations sparked a political row demanding transparency in the temple's administration. Temple Trust chairman Sada Sarvankar urged the state government to conduct a thorough probe. Authorities will now examine the temple's accounts to see if the claims hold any substance.

🗳️ Modi vs Gandhi: Gen Z voter battle heats up in India

Political parties are intensely campaigning to capture the vote of India's young generation. Prime Minister Modi and Rahul Gandhi are leading the charge in this crucial youth demographic. The election is set for the next scheduled date, with significant focus on the younger electorate. This race reflects the growing importance of Gen Z in determining the national political landscape. Future political shifts will depend heavily on how these parties connect with the youth.