💧 School buses stuck in Gurugram floodwaters

Video footage from Gurugram shows school buses struggling to move through heavily waterlogged roads. The scene captures children aboard these buses navigating the submerged streets during the recent downpour. Reports indicate that the flooding occurred in several parts of the city on a Tuesday. This severe waterlogging is impacting daily commutes and educational routines across the area. Authorities are currently assessing the situation and working on drainage solutions to restore normal movement. 💧

🚀 Roman Space Telescope launch countdown is on

NASA has shared the coverage plan for the Roman Space Telescope launch, which is set to take off no earlier than 7:26 a.m. ET on Sunday, August 30. The observatory will be launched by SpaceX atop a Falcon Heavy from Kennedy Space Center. This initial mission has a primary duration of five years, with a goal of 10 scientific releases. The telescope aims to map galaxies and search for exoplanets using infrared vision. Viewers should monitor NASA Live, as a backup launch window is scheduled for Monday, August 31 at 7:22 a.m. ET.

⚖️ Calcutta High Court shields Abhishek Banerjee from action

The Calcutta High Court granted relief to Abhishek Banerjee regarding coercive action in cases filed against him. This decision was made concerning the TMC's Abhishek Banerjee in Bengal. The ruling was issued on August 25, 2026, at 11:30 IST. This legal protection halts immediate coercive measures in the ongoing legal proceedings. Further updates on this developing story are expected soon.

🏍️ Bajaj Auto dropping 5 new bikes & 2 new brands

Bajaj Auto has officially confirmed the launch of five new bike models for the Indian market. This expansion includes the introduction of two entirely new brands to their portfolio. The rollout is expected to start soon, adding variety to their current lineup. This move aims to capture a larger share of the competitive Indian two-wheeler segment. Further details regarding the specific models and brands will be revealed in the coming months. 🏍️

💰 Kerala CM backs Sabarimala gold theft claims

Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan has stated that the allegations made in the Sabarimala gold theft case were accurate. He confirmed this while addressing the ongoing investigation in Kerala. The theft reportedly involved significant amounts of gold from the temple premises. This statement comes amidst intense public scrutiny over the temple's security protocols. Authorities are expected to continue their probe to uncover all involved parties.

🗳️ 19.5% of Karnataka voters deleted from draft roll

A total of 10.8 million names, making up 19.5 per cent of electors, were deleted from Karnataka's draft electoral roll. This happened as part of the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Karnataka. The draft roll, published on Monday, August 24, features 44.6 million electors after the deletions. This marks the second-highest voter deletion rate after Telangana's 21.6 per cent removal. Notices will be issued to 4,381,335 electors whose forms showed discrepancies, with the second phase running until September 23.

🚗 Kissed Car Goes Viral, Ends Up at Police Station

A Swift car was covered in 3,400 lipstick kisses by a friend for a viral social media stunt. This bizarre 'kissing car' reel garnered 5.5 million views before Gwalior traffic police spotted it. The incident occurred in Gwalior, where the vehicle was traced to Thatipur. Police issued a Rs 5,500 challan to the owner, Aditya Sikarwar, for violating traffic rules. Aditya subsequently paid the fine and personally cleaned all the lipstick marks from the car. 🚗

🚀 Bitcoin hits $80k milestone again

Bitcoin crossed the $80,000 mark on Tuesday, reaching a high of $81,237.94 during Asian trading. This surge was seen in the world's largest cryptocurrency as a weaker US dollar boosted crypto demand. The asset has seen an August gain of about 28%, propelling it towards its biggest monthly rise since November 2024. This rally followed US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's moves to ease bond market pressure. Analysts suggest sustained growth could lead Bitcoin towards $95,000-$100,000. 📈

🏃‍♂️ Thug who threatened protesters slips away

A goon who had threatened CJP protesters last month managed to escape police custody. The individual was reportedly apprehended near the protest site in Delhi. The incident occurred around the date of the protest action. This escape has left his associates behind, creating a security gap. Authorities are now looking into the circumstances of his absconding. 🏃‍♂️

🚨 Delhi Police beefs up protest intelligence plan

Delhi Police is overhauling its intelligence gathering after the July 20 protest violence witnessed in the capital. The force will now profile protesters, logistics, and organizers ahead of demonstrations, especially concerning the September 5 CJP march. This new mechanism mandates tracking participant origins, local contacts, and funding sources for large gatherings. The goal is to enhance law-and-order management and ensure public safety, not to stop protests. Officials will also strengthen wireless communication for faster field coordination. 🚨

🚨 Two Terror Associates Nabbed in Pulwama Forest

Security forces arrested two suspected overground workers of terrorists in the Yarwan forest area of Pulwama district. The apprehended individuals, Latif Ahmad Deedad and Aejaz Ahmad Bajad, were caught during a Cordon and Search Operation on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Officials recovered one pistol, 12 pistol rounds, and one hand grenade from their possession. This action is part of a larger effort to disrupt regional terror networks and maintain peace. An investigation has begun to trace the arms and identify further connections. 🚨