🩺 SC clears Abhishek Banerjee for overseas eye treatment

The Supreme Court granted permission for Abhishek Banerjee to travel abroad for three weeks for eye treatment. This decision overturned the Calcutta High Court's earlier refusal regarding his international movement. The order was handed down on Monday by a bench including CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana. Previously, the High Court had rejected his plea because he wouldn't appear before a medical board in Kolkata. The travel request is connected to conditions imposed on him in a case concerning alleged remarks during the West Bengal Assembly polls.

🩺 Supreme Court clears Abhishek Banerjee's overseas trip

The Supreme Court allowed Abhishek Banerjee to travel abroad for necessary eye treatment. This decision was made regarding the Trinamool Congress general secretary and Lok Sabha MP from Kolkata. The court set aside the previous order from the Calcutta High Court on Monday. This clearance permits him to travel internationally for a duration of three weeks. This ruling ensures his right to seek medical care without further restriction. 🩺

😄 Pakistani Boxer's 'Narendra' Hate Story Amuses PM Modi

A Pakistani boxer recounted an amusing incident during an interaction with PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The boxer mentioned an opponent who expressed hatred for the name 'Narendra' after repeated encounters with the name in his life. This exchange happened while Modi was meeting India's Commonwealth Games 2026 medallists. India secured a historic haul of 10 medals, including seven golds and three silvers, at the Glasgow Games. The Commonwealth Games concluded after 11 days, with India set to host the 2030 edition in Ahmedabad. 🏅

🏥 Doctor found dead in Surat hostel; seniors suspended

A 30-year-old postgraduate medical student, Harsh Pandya, was found dead by suicide at his government college hostel in Surat on Sunday. Four senior doctors—Dr Nirali Vasave, Dr Anuj Maheshwari, Dr Dikshit Ghevariya, and Hina Bhutne—were subsequently suspended for six months. Health Minister Praful Panseriya ordered an inquiry into alleged ragging and harassment within the hospital and hostel premises. Harsh, who was working as a resident doctor, was found hanging in his room after failing to report for duty on Sunday morning. The investigation is currently looking into the connection between the alleged harassment and departmental pressure. 😔

🤢 Bengaluru restaurant shuts down after food scandal

Skyye Lounge in Bengaluru has been shut down following a serious food safety violation. Authorities discovered 45kg of rotten meat at the establishment. This incident was reported on a recent date, prompting immediate regulatory action. The discovery highlights ongoing concerns about hygiene standards in local dining spots. Further investigations are expected to determine the full extent of the lapses. 🤢

⚖️ SC suggests special courts for Manipur violence cases

The Supreme Court proposed Special Courts to handle CBI and NIA cases related to the Manipur ethnic violence. This proposal was made by a Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant to the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court. As of August 10, 2026, the CBI filed 27 final reports out of 31 cases, while NIA investigated 30 cases with 15 chargesheets. The request stems from the large number of witnesses, with 891 out of 904 in CBI cases yet to be examined. The Court wants these exclusive courts to manage the sheer volume of testimony.

🇮🇳 School ideas for Independence Day 2026

Schools are being prompted to start planning engaging activities for the upcoming Independence Day celebration in 2026. Educational institutions across the country are encouraged to explore fresh and innovative themes for their events. Specific details regarding scheduling and theme suggestions were shared on a recent educational platform. This push aims to make the national day's observance more meaningful and interactive for the student body. Schools are advised to start brainstorming creative projects well in advance of the August 15th date.

🏏 Neel Patel ready for intense India cricket test 🏏

Australian U-19 all-rounder Neel Patel is preparing for the upcoming tour of India for three one-day and two four-day matches. He is part of the 16 players selected to travel to Rajkot and Ahmedabad starting on September 13. Patel notes that Indian conditions, like heat and flatter wickets, are very different from what he grew up playing in Australia. This tour will seriously test his batting skills, especially in challenging, hot conditions. He is focusing on developing his back-foot game to adapt to these unique playing environments.

🚢 India-US navies sharpen underwater skills in Kochi

The Indian and US navies have started a five-day specialized bilateral exercise focused on Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) at the Southern Naval Command in Kochi. This eighth edition aims to boost interoperability between their diving and EOD teams through cross-training and drills. The exercise runs until August 14, 2024, allowing specialists to compare mine clearance methods. This is crucial given the conflict in West Asia and securing India's maritime trade routes. Both navies aim to share best practices to tackle complex underwater threats collaboratively. 🚢

💉 Should boys get HPV vaccine? Experts weigh in

India launched its national HPV vaccination program on February 28, 2026, offering free doses to over 11.5 million 14-year-old girls across government facilities. Doctors argue that focusing only on girls misses the full scope of HPV's threat, which affects both sexes. High-risk HPV in men is linked to throat, anus, and penis cancers, not just cervical cancer. Vaccinating boys is crucial for herd protection, as seen in countries like Australia and the UK. While the government focuses on girls first, the vaccine is available privately for boys, and awareness needs to grow. 💉

⚡ CESC unit buys six ReNew Solar power companies

CESC's renewable energy platform, Purvah Green Power, has agreed to acquire a 100% equity stake in six operating solar and wind power companies from ReNew Solar Power. This massive deal is valued at an Enterprise Value of ₹4,859 crore, marking a major move in the Indian power sector. The acquisition will boost Purvah's total contracted capacity from 3.4 GWp to 4.8 GWp by October 31, 2026. This transforms Purvah from a development platform into a scaled operator with cash-generating assets. Over 90% of the acquired capacity is locked in under 25-year PPAs with SECI.