💧 SC tells TN to go to CWMA over water share

The Supreme Court instructed the Tamil Nadu government to approach the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) regarding Karnataka's water sharing issue. Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta heard the plea seeking immediate release of TN's proportionate Cauvery water share. The Court noted that TN had already received water as directed by the CWMA previously. Despite this, TN argued the CWMA had not directed the exact proportionate quantity needed. The matter is scheduled for a further hearing on August 31.

🏛️ Journalist challenges Ghaziabad FIR in Supreme Court

Journalist Abhishek Upadhyay has filed a plea before the Supreme Court against an FIR lodged in Ghaziabad. He claims the case is retaliatory, stemming from his reporting on Ram temple donation irregularities in Uttar Pradesh. The FIR was registered in Ghaziabad following an alleged road rage incident on August 18. Upadhyay seeks the quashing of the FIR or a transfer of the investigation to an independent agency. The Supreme Court agreed to hear his plea on Tuesday, subject to petition corrections. ⚖️

😠 Yogi Adityanath slams Rahul Gandhi's tradition remarks

Yogi Adityanath strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's comments that allegedly disparaged Indian traditions. The remarks were made by Rahul Gandhi while he was in Uttar Pradesh. Specific dates and figures regarding the incident were not mentioned in the report. Adityanath countered the comments, asserting the importance of India's heritage. He plans to address these political statements further in the coming days.

🕵️ Probe revived for 1998 Wandhama massacre

The Jammu and Kashmir State Investigation Agency (SIA) has reopened the investigation into the 1998 Wandhama massacre. This tragic event involved the killing of 23 Kashmiri Pandits in Wandhama village, Ganderbal district. The massacre occurred on January 25, 1998, during the night of Shab-e-Qadr. This renewed probe is part of the SIA's effort to revisit long-pending cases from the militancy era. Investigators are currently working to identify terrorists and over-ground workers connected to these attacks. 😥

😌 Kerala govt clears salary dues for PRD contract staff

Former contract workers of the I&PRD’s PRISM project are finally getting their salary arrears ahead of Onam. Around 100 employees across Kerala started receiving the dues on Monday, after waiting for nearly six months. Their contract initially expired in January but was extended by three months for the Assembly election. Monthly pay ranged from ₹16,940 to ₹21,780, with total arrears estimated at around ₹53 lakh. Affected workers had recently submitted a letter highlighting their financial difficulties during Onam.

🎓 IIT Bombay awards 3,763 degrees at 64th Convocation

IIT Bombay celebrated its 64th Convocation, distributing a total of 3,763 degrees to 3,442 students. This included a record high of 620 PhD degrees, reflecting a focus on advanced research. The Autumn session alone saw 3,333 degrees conferred on 3,042 students. This substantial increase in doctoral degrees surpasses the previous five years' average of 300 to 500 annually. The Department of Chemistry led the Autumn session with 47 doctoral degrees awarded. 🎓

👽 Akshay Kumar diving into alien action with Samuk

Akshay Kumar has officially started shooting for his new survival-action thriller, Samuk. The filming is happening in London, and the production is a large-scale Pan-India release. Shooting commenced on August 23, 2026, with plans for 90% in England and the rest in Mumbai. The film blends military realism, survival horror, and alien mythology with international talent. The production is aiming for a 2027 release, making it one of his biggest projects yet. 👽

🐟 UP Minister weighs in on fish being veg

UP Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar defended colleague Sanjay Nishad regarding fish being vegetarian. This came amid a controversy about fish being served at a Congress event in Ayodhya during Shravan month. Nishad earlier claimed fish prepared without garlic or onion is vegetarian, and Rajbhar suggested Congress should clarify the ingredients. However, Rajbhar later questioned how fish could truly be vegetarian, admitting Nishad had more knowledge. The incident sparked political rows, with BJP criticizing Congress for allegedly insulting Sanatan Dharma. 🐟

🩺 Sore throat vs. tonsillitis: know the signs

A persistent sore throat might actually be tonsillitis, which is an inflammation of the throat tissue. Dr. MK Singh explained that symptoms like fever, swollen tonsils, and difficulty swallowing indicate this issue. Cases are often viral, but bacterial tonsillitis requires specific medical intervention. Treatment depends on the cause, with rest and fluids helping viral recovery. Always consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and appropriate care. 🩺

🚨 Punjab Police confirm viral drug video source

Punjab Police have confirmed that the viral drug video circulating online originated from Jagraon. The investigation confirmed the footage was captured in Jagraon, Punjab. The video surfaced around late 2023 and has been widely shared across social media platforms. This incident has drawn significant attention to local drug issues in the region. Authorities are currently continuing their probe into the matter. 🚨

🚨 Drug video location confirmed in Jagraon

Punjab Police verified that a viral drug video was indeed recorded in Jagraon, which boosts Harbhajan Singh's anti-drug campaign. The confirmation follows a previous controversy where Singh shared footage later traced to Rajasthan in Sri Ganganagar. The clip, originally posted on X by Ravneet Singh Bittu, showed a man allegedly using drugs near the Jagraon Bridge in Ludhiana. The man in the video was subsequently arrested by Ludhiana Police on August 12. This development adds weight to Singh's ongoing focus on Punjab's drug crisis. 😔