🏛️ SC rejects SIT probe on Justice Varma's cash

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea demanding a Special Investigation Team probe into unaccounted cash found at former Justice Yashwant Varma's Delhi residence. The petition was filed by someone claiming it was for 'cheap publicity' against the former judge. Unaccounted cash was allegedly recovered on March 14, 2025, when emergency services responded to a fire at his Delhi residence. The controversy led to his transfer to Allahabad High Court, and he resigned in April, after impeachment talks began. The Court was not inclined to hear the plea despite the previous filing being dismissed on technical grounds. 💸

🏛️ Delhi HC asks Centre to shut down Jantar Mantar protest site

The Delhi High Court questioned the government on Friday about not closing the Jantar Mantar area for protests. Justice Amit Mahajan raised this query while hearing a plea from the All India Dalit Christian Rights Protection Committee in Delhi. The committee noted that the Delhi Police had been holding their application since July for a protest with a maximum of 75 people. The Court pressed the Additional Solicitor General on why the government could not shut down the site. Ultimately, the bench ordered the police to decide the committee's application by August 8. 🏛️

🕌 UAE announces Prophet's Birthday as a holiday

The UAE has declared Friday, August 28, 2026, a public and private sector holiday for Prophet Muhammad's birthday. This official day off creates a three-day weekend for employees who normally have Saturday and Sunday as off days. Initially, the holiday was expected around August 25th, with possible shifts to August 24th for a long weekend. This extended break occurs just before the 2026-27 academic year starts on August 31st. The UAE Cabinet has the power to shift some public holidays to create better breaks for residents. 🕌

🕉️ VHP demands temples be free from government control

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has launched a 'Mandir Mukti Campaign' to advocate for the self-governance of Hindu temples. This movement centers around the belief that temples should operate independently without government interference in their affairs. The campaign highlights issues related to administrative control and religious autonomy in these sacred sites. The VHP argues that such control infringes upon religious freedom and traditional practices of the temples. They plan to intensify their efforts to achieve complete freedom for all Hindu temples.

💖 Ameesha Patel on staying single at 51

Bollywood actor Ameesha Patel stated she will never marry during an AMA session on X. She shared this opinion while in the spotlight, similar to Salman Khan and Tabu. Currently, she is 51 years old and enjoys her life with 100 close friends and family. She is open to marriage if she finds a mentally mature and worthy partner for her career. Ameesha Patel was recently in the 2024 film Tauba Tera Jalwa.

📜 FCRA: Fact vs. Fiction on Foreign Donations

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act regulates foreign donations to NGOs in India, clarifying several common misconceptions. It is a registration and disclosure framework, not a complete ban on all foreign funding. During 2024-25, about 16,200 active associations received ₹22,963 crore. The law strictly mandates that the religious character of places of worship must be retained by the Designated Authority. Asset vesting is provisional and domestic properties remain untouched, even if registration lapses. 🧐

📈 US Jobs Data vs. Houthi Attacks: Market Movers

The market is currently navigating a complex mix of economic indicators and geopolitical tensions. Specifically, the upcoming US jobs report is highly anticipated by investors globally. Meanwhile, Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia continue to create significant uncertainty in the region. These dual factors are heavily influencing investor sentiment across various global markets. Analysts will closely monitor both the jobs data release and the escalation of regional conflicts moving forward. 📉

🛡️ Google tightens lock screen settings control

Google is rethinking Quick Settings tile behavior on locked phones to boost security. This change targets Android devices across different builds, specifically Android 17 QPR 1 Beta 5 and Android Canary 2608. Initially, all tiles except Flashlight needed an unlock, but the latest code suggests a middle ground. This new restriction will require unlocking for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Mobile Data, and Airplane Mode toggles. Lower-risk functions like flashlight and auto-rotate are expected to remain accessible while the feature is still in testing. 🔒

🤔 Congress's political missteps are causing major issues

Recent political events showed the BJP losing in Bankipur, which Prashant Kishor won, while Congress held Datia in Madhya Pradesh. These local results should serve as a warning sign rather than a sign of a national collapse for the BJP. The Congress must focus on its internal organizational issues ahead of the 2027 Punjab elections. Both Punjab and Uttarakhand face significant challenges regarding unified leadership and party structure. The party needs to define authority clearly in these key states to improve its standing. 🗳️

⚽ Africa unanimously backs FIFA President Infantino

The Confederation of African Football unanimously confirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This decision came from CAF, with 54 of FIFA's 211 member associations, located in Africa. The vote happened late on Thursday as Infantino seeks re-election in March next year. This support contrasts with European, North American, and Asian counterparts who are opposing him. CAF emphasized the need for good governance and transparency moving forward. ⚽

✊ CJP Founder supports JPSC/JSSC protests despite illness

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke backed the student protests in Ranchi regarding JPSC/JSSC recruitment exam irregularities. He was unable to attend the demonstration because he is currently recovering from typhoid. The protests highlight students' demands for transparency and accountability in the examinations. Dipke reiterated his full moral support for the protesting students. He plans to visit them once his health has fully recovered.