Samsung has made its upcoming Galaxy Tab S12+ and Ultra visible on the Google Play Console. These new tablets are being prepped for a launch scheduled in the second half of this year. Specific launch dates and pricing details have not yet been officially revealed to the public. The appearance on the console signals the final stages of their development cycle. Users can expect more official announcements closer to the H2 release window. 📱
india Rahul Gandhi strongly criticized the government and NTA after three UGC-NET papers were cancelled and rescheduled. This issue concerns the June 2026 exams for English, Commerce, and Sociology held in June 2026 across various locations. The NTA found factual and typographical mistakes, leading to retests on September 9th and 10th, with no extra fees. Gandhi argued students shouldn't suffer from the agency's administrative lapses, demanding accountability from NTA leadership. He claimed the system is an 'extraction machine' taking away students' time and confidence.
world The Supreme Court ruled that Order XXI Rule 22 CPC notice isn't required for DRT auction sales. A bench of Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe heard the case involving transfer from a civil court to the DRT. The DRT had auctioned property to recover debt, but respondents challenged it due to alleged non-service of the notice. Justice Aradhe's judgment dismissed this argument, stating the CPC loses applicability upon DRT transfer. Consequently, the Court allowed the appeal, upholding the DRT's auction sale. ⚖️
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez secretly tied the knot in a private civil ceremony. This intimate event took place at their summer home in Cascais, Portugal, on August 11, 2026. The couple, who have over 750 million combined Instagram followers, chose this private setting after meeting 10 years prior. Georgina wanted an intimate family moment, feeling luxury is already part of their daily lives. Ronaldo also hinted that 2026 might be his last year in professional football. 💍
health Cocoa polyphenols show interesting effects on brain health, impacting mood and gut microbes. Research reviewed evidence from clinical trials and animal models regarding these effects. Studies showed reduced depressive symptoms in some adults after cocoa supplementation over four weeks. While some trials linked cocoa to improved mood, cognitive benefits remain mixed in human studies. Future research needs to clarify the exact mechanisms linking cocoa to neuroprotection. 🧠
business A home nursing agency was found guilty of deficiency in service after a nurse abruptly stopped caring for a bedridden woman. This incident occurred in Kerala, involving Sindhu Paul and Anna Matha Home Nursing Services. The commission ordered the agency to refund Rs 4,000, pay Rs 15,000 compensation, and cover Rs 5,000 in litigation costs. The agency failed to provide a replacement nurse despite repeated requests from the complainant. The agency must pay these amounts within 45 days of receiving the order. 😟
india Congress attacked the government after the NTA announced retests for three UGC-NET June 2026 papers. This incident happened involving Congress leader Jairam Ramesh in relation to the NTA. The retest is scheduled for September 9 and 10 for English, Commerce, and Sociology, following errors found in the original exams. Ramesh questioned why students should suffer due to the NTA's mistakes and demanded accountability from the government. The Congress insists the PM must address the issue and explain the negligence in the national-level exam. 🧐
health A viral reel by orthopaedic surgeon Dr Anil B Patil claimed that flat slippers cause knee pain, especially in women. He stated this habit, which he observed in India, slowly destroys knees due to lack of arch support. Available evidence, however, suggests that flat slippers do not cause knee pain in healthy individuals. Experts emphasize that knee pain is a multifactorial condition influenced by factors like BMI and muscle strength. Further long-term clinical trials are needed before definitive footwear recommendations can be made.
tech The POCO M8x 5G is rumored to feature a 6.9-inch HD+ 120Hz display and the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. This device is expected to come with 4GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a large 6,000 mAh battery with 33W charging. It is anticipated to run on HyperOS 3 and be priced under ₹20,000 in India. These specs suggest it is closer to the Redmi 17C 5G than the Redmi 17 5G model. POCO has not confirmed the official launch date or final details yet.
world Arshdeep Singh Dang, a 28-year-old Flight Lieutenant, has achieved a major milestone in the Royal Air Force. He is from Chandigarh but grew up in Southall, England, and graduated at RAF Valley on August 14, 2026. This makes him the first Sikh to get fighter wings from a fighter squadron in the RAF since WWII. His journey involved studying at the University of Bristol before joining the RAF in 2022. He still has a year of intensive training ahead before moving to frontline fighter aircraft. ✈️
india Yoga guru Baba Ramdev warned the Narendra Modi government about widespread 'ghapla' regarding education and recruitment scams. He addressed the press at Patanjali Yogpeeth on the 80th Independence Day, detailing the issues. Ramdev cited problems like lack of teachers, basic facilities, and corruption reaching 99% in government jobs. He urged the Centre to fix these issues immediately or he would start protesting again. He also stressed that youth must fight for rights within constitutional boundaries. 😟
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