india Rijiju has publicly accused the Congress party of evading the discussion regarding student protests. This criticism was made by Rijiju during a session in the Parliament. Specifically, the debate was ongoing in the Rajya Sabha on a particular date. The accusation suggests Congress is avoiding accountability on the student issue. Moving forward, the political discourse on this matter is expected to intensify.
business A rare political sighting occurred at Revati Sule's daughter's reception on Monday night. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi were pictured standing near each other at the event in Delhi. This reception was held at 6 Janpath in Delhi, following the June wedding of Revati Sule to Sarang Lakhani. The gathering included Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sonia Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav, bridging political divides. Further political leaders, including Sharad Pawar, were also present at the grand celebration.
Scientists have successfully programmed membrane transport using a DNA origami nanosyringe. This complex nanostructure was developed by researchers at Nanowerk. The system was observed functioning efficiently on January 15, 2024. This breakthrough offers a novel way to control molecular movement at the nanoscale. Future work will focus on scaling this technology for medical applications. 🔬
entertainment Trisha shared cryptic notes on her Instagram stories following Udhayanidhi Stalin's controversial remarks. The actress posted glimpses of her grandmother's 98th birthday alongside motivational messages. These posts included phrases like, "Go make some money and find peace." The messages generally focused on self-worth and taking risks for the future. This follows Udhayanidhi's comments during a protest regarding the Cauvery dispute in Thanjavur. 💅
india Police busted a major drug conspiracy in Ganderbal, Jammu and Kashmir, where a man tried to frame a poultry farmer. The scheme involved shipping narcotics from over 1,300 kilometres away via a parcel disguised as poultry samples. Investigators found 4kg of cocaine and 80g of cannabis after an anonymous tip-off on August 11, 2026. The plot was rooted in revenge by the farmer's wife's ex-boyfriend, Tariq Ahmad Sofi. Sofi was arrested on August 9, and police are now checking the role of his friend in Saudi Arabia. 🚔
india The Delhi high court refused Sushil Kumar bail in the alleged murder of Sagar Dhankar. The decision was made on August 6 by Justice Purushaindra Kumar, citing concerns about witness influence and the gruesome nature of the assault. The case involves a premeditated and gruesome assault resulting in death, supported by firearm and video evidence. Kumar's counsel argued that circumstances had changed, but the court disputed this claim. The court stood by the Supreme Court's earlier ruling regarding Kumar's influence over witnesses. ⚖️
world A UK Muslim charity is now under scrutiny by counter-terror police and the Charity Commission over suspected ties to Hamas. The investigation was triggered after a senior figure from one of the charity's partners was arrested in the US. The Al-Khair Foundation reported over £74 million in income for the year ending July 2025. This follows the July 31 arrest of Mohammad Yousef Hasna in Britain related to terrorism financing. The Charity Commission will examine vetting and fund monitoring as the UK investigation proceeds. 🧐
india A 19-year-old woman was kidnapped and gang-raped by six men while she was standing by the roadside. The horrific incident occurred on Monday in Talasari taluka of Palghar district, Maharashtra. Six accused have been booked by the Talasari police station in connection with the crime. One accused has been arrested, and three others have been detained by authorities. Police are currently searching for the remaining individuals who are still at large. 😔
health A small study from North India revealed that 17.5% of children suffering from anaemia had coeliac disease. Researchers followed 40 children aged 4 to 18 years at a teaching hospital over 21 months to make these findings. Seven children, confirmed via biopsy, had negative initial blood tests for the condition. This suggests a negative blood test might not rule out coeliac disease when strongly suspected by doctors. Parents should note that persistent anaemia requires doctors to look beyond obvious causes. 🧐
india The JD(U) stated on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, that reviewing Bihar's liquor prohibition law is out of the question. This ban, introduced during Nitish Kumar's tenure, restricts alcohol manufacture, sale, and consumption since April 2016. The party claims the law improved Bihar's human index and was praised by PM Narendra Modi. Despite concerns about loopholes, the JD(U) insists on strengthening the current implementation rather than changing the law. They maintain strong support for the existing prohibition policy. ⚖️
india The United Nations Children's Fund is opening internship opportunities for students and recent graduates worldwide. This program is open to Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD students from diverse academic fields. Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend, international work experience, and professional development chances. The internships run for between six to 26 weeks, available full-time or part-time. Interested applicants must submit their profile, CV, and cover letter via the UNICEF Careers Portal. 🌍
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