🗽 Rebel Kid leaves spotlight for MBA in New York

Content creator Apoorva Makhija is moving to New York to pursue an MBA at NYU Stern. She relocated after facing backlash from a controversial appearance on Samay Raina's 'India's Got Latent' over a year ago. The 25-year-old aims to eventually return to India and launch her own direct-to-consumer brand. She stated she moved partly to escape the pressure of maintaining her online persona as The Rebel Kid. Makhija clarified that she does not plan on building a career in Bollywood, focusing instead on business operations. 🚀

🤝 Amit Shah meets TN CM before Southern States meet

Union Home Minister Amit Shah met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay in Chennai on Wednesday. This meeting happened before the Southern Zonal Council gathering scheduled for Thursday in Kovalam. The council will involve Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and UTs. Key topics for discussion include water-sharing disputes and regional development issues. The meeting will be chaired by Shah, with Vijay serving as the vice-chairman.

🛂 Border Collectors Get Power to Grant Citizenship

District collectors in six border states, plus J&K and Ladakh, have been empowered to grant citizenship directly. This authority has been given to the respective district collectors across these border regions. The decision impacts a significant number of individuals in these sensitive areas, effective immediately. This move aims to streamline the citizenship process in the border areas. Further guidelines and implementation details are expected to be rolled out soon. 🛂

🔥 Chinese animation takes over the internet

A Chinese animated film has rapidly become a huge viral sensation across digital platforms. The film's massive popularity is currently spreading across various social media channels globally. Specific viewership numbers and release dates for the viral hit have not been detailed in the current report. This sudden surge in interest reflects growing global appetite for high-quality animated content. The film's continued success is expected to draw more international attention to Chinese animation studios.

💰 Bihar govt pays creators up to ₹1 Lakh for scheme videos

Bihar has amended its rules allowing social media creators to earn money for making videos about government schemes. Eligible influencers in Bihar can earn up to ₹1 lakh per video under this new arrangement. Under the rules, creators get an extra ₹10,000 for every 1 lakh views after 30 days. This aims to leverage social media for public welfare messaging across the state. The exact criteria and verification process will be detailed in a future notification.

🔬 Blood test predicts disease risk years ahead

A new study found that a single blood draw can reveal which cell types are aging the fastest to predict disease risk. Researchers at various institutions used a machine-learning framework on data from nearly 60,000 individuals. The findings showed that extreme astrocyte aging strongly predicted Alzheimer's disease risk over 15 years. This cellular aging profile provided more insight than conventional genetic assessments for future risk stratification. The platform also linked other aging patterns to risks like ALS and lung cancer. 🔬

🛵 Student's 3 months as Rapido rider in Bengaluru

A college student shared his experience working as a Rapido rider for three months during his break in Bengaluru. He worked nearly 8.5 hours daily, sometimes earning up to Rs 1,200 on a good day. Initially confused, he learned the platform's demand patterns and algorithm to earn decently. A frustrating incident involved an infinite loop between Swiggy and Rapido over a cancelled food order. He concluded that gig work is very different from working when family depends on it. 🛵

💧 Kidney care hacks from a nephrologist

A nephrologist advised on habits to prevent kidney failure, emphasizing hydration and regular health checks. Dr Suneet Singh shared these tips during an interview with Dr Jeff Yoo on August 17. Key recommendations include staying hydrated with two and a half litres of water daily and exercising 120 minutes weekly. Patients should monitor blood pressure and get screened for diabetes regularly. It is vital to consult a doctor before taking excessive over-the-counter medications.

⚠️ Israel, Turkey warn over Syria after airbase hit

Israel and Turkey have intensified their warnings regarding Syria following a recent airbase bombing. The escalation involves both nations in the volatile region of Syria. The reported incident occurred on a specific date, though the article does not provide one. These heightened tensions reflect ongoing regional security concerns and proxy conflicts. Both countries are expected to maintain a high alert status over the coming days.

🚨 Naga protesters allegedly injured by pellet guns in Manipur

Several Naga civilians were reportedly injured after security forces moved to disperse a gathering at Kanglatongbi in Manipur. The protest was organized by the Native Peoples' Committee, Manipur, demanding justice for six missing Naga men. The incident occurred on Thursday, with witnesses alleging the use of pellet-type projectiles against the crowd. One injured woman, the wife of one of the six men, was seen receiving medical attention for ear injuries. Authorities have not yet responded to the allegations regarding the use of force.

🐍 Snakebite Deaths Now A Notifiable Disease in Maharashtra

Deaths from snakebites are now officially declared a 'notifiable disease' by the Maharashtra Public Health Department. This mandate requires all government and private hospitals across the state to report every suspected, probable, or confirmed snakebite case. This decision follows a severe incident in Japtalai village, Gadchiroli, where three schoolgirls died after being bitten. The data collected will help in effectively monitoring incidents and planning for the availability of Anti-Snake Venom Vaccine (ASV). State and district officers will be appointed as Nodal Officers to oversee this crucial surveillance system. 🐍