🔬 Self-healing film tracks food freshness automatically

Kyushu University researchers developed a self-healing hydrogel film that signals food spoilage via color change. This innovation was created by fixing a natural pigment onto a metal-organic framework at Kyushu University. In tests with pork, the film showed a color shift from purple-red to yellow-green as bacteria multiplied. The material not only indicates freshness but can also repair its own cuts within minutes. The team is now developing a companion smartphone app for real-time food quality assessment. 🍎

✊ Prakash Raj: Fascists' end is near, youth power growing

Actor Prakash Raj stated that the era of fascists is concluding due to the increasing assertiveness of youth nationwide. He made these remarks while inaugurating the 16th DYFI State Conference in Thrissur, Kerala on Thursday. Raj noted that youngsters are now unafraid of the ruling establishment, a shift he found encouraging. He cautioned that simply removing one regime is insufficient and a lasting alternative is required. Therefore, he urged the youth to build deep political consciousness beyond street protests.

🔫 Lucknow man shoots wife, sister, and himself

A man named Manas Bajpai shot his estranged wife, Divya Mishra, outside an ICICI Bank branch in Lucknow on Thursday. He then allegedly proceeded to his rented home and shot his younger sister, Tulika, before taking his own life. The incident stemmed from a marital dispute, as Divya had previously sought a divorce from Bajpai. His WhatsApp status accused his wife of cheating and mentioned her sister, Pragya Mishra, and Bharat. Police are currently investigating the sequence of events leading to the three deaths. 😔

🛡️ Critical Zimbra Flaw Actively Being Hacked

Attackers are currently exploiting a major remote code execution vulnerability in the Zimbra Collaboration Suite. This serious issue affects users globally across hundreds of organizations and government agencies. Zimbra released version 10.1.20 on July 20 to patch CVE-2026-73570, which allows command injection. Shadowserver tracks over 12,100 exposed Zimbra servers, many in Europe and Asia. Admins are urged to check logs for suspicious activity immediately. 🚨

✈️ UN Deputy SG Amina Mohammed visits India

UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed is scheduled to visit India later this month. She will be in New Delhi from August 26 to August 28 to meet senior government officials. During this visit, she will also interact with students at the Indian Institute of Technology. The discussions will focus on UN-India cooperation and India's role in sustainable development goals. Mohammed will return to New York on August 28 after her trip. 🌍

💸 Luxury Resort Refunds Wedding Cost After Cancellation

A wedding event was called off after some issues arose. The luxury resort was located in a specific region, though the article does not name it. The resort has been ordered to refund Rs 8.5 lakh to the bride’s father. This action was taken following the cancellation of the planned event. The resort must comply with this refund order promptly. 💸

🏏 Mlaba and Maharaj: Spinners with different vibes

Nonkululeko Mlaba and Keshav Maharaj, both left-arm seamers, have transitioned into finger spinners. Maharaj debuted internationally at WACA in November 2016, while Mlaba played her first Test in Taunton in June 2022. Mlaba is also an activist pushing for more professional women's cricket in South Africa. She believes a women's league could help their team close the gap against top nations. Both players share valuable insights and learn from each other in their collaboration. 🏏

🕊️ Ex-MP Sajjan Kumar, convicted in anti-Sikh riots, passes away

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Safdarjung Hospital. He was 84 years old and was brought to the hospital by the police with altered sensorium. Earlier, the Delhi High Court sentenced him to life imprisonment on December 17, 2018, for killing five Sikhs during the 1984 anti-Sikh killings. Despite one acquittal in January 2026, he remained incarcerated due to other life sentences. He had been a prominent Congress leader who resigned after his 2018 conviction. 😔

📸 Sundar Pichai shares pics on World Photography Day

Google CEO Sundar Pichai celebrated World Photography Day by posting several images on his official Instagram page. These photos were captured using the Pixel 11 smartphone, which launched on August 12th and became available on August 20th. The Pixel 11 features a 48MP/50MP primary camera with OIS and an ultrawide shooter. It runs on the Google Tensor G6 processor, enhancing night sight and low-light performance significantly. Users can also customize styles using Camera Looks for different visual tones. 📸

⚖️ SC upholds old 'industry' definition ruling

The Supreme Court upheld its landmark 1978 Bangalore Water Supply judgment regarding the definition of 'industry' under Section 2(j) of the Industrial Disputes Act. This nine-judge Constitution Bench, led by CJI Surya Kant, ruled 6:3 that revisiting the 1978 ruling was validly requested. The majority kept the essential 'Triple Test' framework but noted areas for refinement. Pending disputes will follow the established Bangalore Water Supply framework, while future cases fall under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Justice BV Nagarathna dissented, arguing reopening the definition was unnecessary after nearly five decades. ⚖️

🚨 Jharkhand exam scam exposes massive recruitment racket 🚨

A massive recruitment scam was uncovered involving officials, coaching institutes, and middlemen in Jharkhand. The CID has arrested over 20 people in this deep-rooted racket, which reportedly started at the JPSC. The scheme allegedly involved charging up to Rs 1 crore from aspirants to clear exams, with money reaching JPSC officers. Compromised candidates were identified using color codes, and wires were hidden under tiles for cheating. Further investigation is looking at the entire network, suggesting malpractice went beyond a simple paper leak.