🏛️ Shiv Sena split: Sibal argues ECI timing matters

The Uddhav Thackeray faction argued before the Supreme Court that considering events after symbol application encourages defection. This case involves the Shiv Sena dispute where the Uddhav faction approached the SC against the ECI's decision. The argument referenced the 2003 BSP split case, noting that subsequent defections shouldn't count towards a majority. Sibal contended that allowing later events impacts the anti-defection law's intent to prevent defection. He further argued ECI lacks jurisdiction to judge a party's constitution through symbol allotment. 🗳️

🤔 Swiggy glitch taught a lesson

A cancelled Swiggy order sparked an unexpected realization for the person who experienced it. This incident occurred while the user was waiting for their food delivery. There were no specific dates or large numbers mentioned in the experience. The event served as a reminder to avoid judging people based on superficial situations. The user plans to reflect more on people's circumstances moving forward.

🚨 Two Afzalgunj shooter suspects arrested in Bidar

Karnataka police have arrested two key suspects connected to the Afzalgunj shooting from nearly 18 months ago. The suspects, Manish Kushwaha and Amit Kumar, were traced and taken into custody in Bidar on Wednesday, August 12. These men were previously involved in a ₹93 lakh ATM robbery in Bidar on January 16, 2025. They allegedly traveled to Hyderabad and visited Roshan Travels, leading to the shooting incident. The police plan to get a transit warrant to bring them to Hyderabad for further questioning.

😟 Revenue Inspector caught taking ₹30k bribe in Jagtial

A Revenue Inspector named Manchikatla Rahul was apprehended by the ACB while allegedly accepting a bribe. This incident occurred in Jagtial district, specifically at Siripuram Colony. Initially demanding ₹50,000, the demand dropped to ₹40,000, with ₹30,000 paid on Thursday. This bribe was requested for conducting a land survey and issuing a Pattadar passbook. Rahul has been arrested, and the case is currently under investigation by the ACB. 😟

🧠 MIT Bengaluru and IBM launch AI Lab

MIT Bengaluru and IBM have inaugurated an IBM–MIT AI Lab on the Bengaluru campus to boost and spread AI skills. This facility offers advanced AI computing resources and research infrastructure to students and researchers across India. It can handle 30 high-performance computing workloads, supporting research in areas like generative AI and cybersecurity. The lab will also serve as a hub for industry-academia collaboration, hosting hackathons and internships. Through IBM SkillsBuild, an AI Learning Initiative will provide workshops and bootcamps.

🦟 Vector-borne disease control ramps up in Vattiyoorkavu

Preventive and control measures against vector-borne diseases have been intensified across wards under Vattiyoorkavu FHC. This action followed the reporting of 54 chikungunya and 87 dengue cases during June and July. A detailed action plan involving fogging and source reduction is currently being implemented at the field level. A special review meeting led by the DMO is scheduled for Friday to plan further preventive steps. Authorities urge public cooperation and advise residents to eliminate mosquito breeding sites weekly.

💧 Water rush traps workers in Uttarakhand tunnel

At least 16 workers were trapped inside an under-construction HCC tunnel in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district. This incident occurred following heavy rainfall, causing a sudden surge of water into the structure. Rescue teams were immediately deployed to the site on Thursday to handle the critical situation. The initial 16 workers have been brought out safely by the administration and police teams. Efforts are still ongoing to evacuate any remaining workers from the tunnel. 💧

💻 Fake GitHub lures spread AmnesiaStealer macOS malware

A new macOS infostealer named AmnesiaStealer is spreading through convincing fake GitHub download pages. Security researchers at Jamf Threat Labs discovered the campaign targeting Mac users globally. The attack involves tricking users into running a Terminal command via a spoofed site found on github.aoitour[.]com. This malware steals credentials and gains live, hidden control over the victim's browser sessions. Users are advised never to paste unknown commands into Terminal to stay safe. 🛡️

🏛️ BCI threatens Nalsar students, then reverses order

The Bar Council of India initially threatened that Nalsar University of Law’s 2026 graduates would not be enrolled as advocates. This action followed students allegedly opposing Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's invitation as a chief guest in Hyderabad. The Cockroach Janta Party threatened an agitation over the BCI's order, which was signed by chairman Manan Kumar Mishra. However, on Thursday late evening, the BCI issued a new letter withdrawing the ban. The Council found the vast majority of students innocent, allowing all graduates to enroll with their chosen State Bar Councils. ⚖️

🤔 Rahul Gandhi questions PM Modi's Italy trip

Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized the sexualization of PM Modi's visit to Italy. He raised questions regarding the meeting with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni and India's foreign policy. The criticism specifically focused on the optics of the high-level diplomatic engagement. Gandhi questioned the circumstances, asking, "Who Put it in, From Where Did it Enter?" This statement marked a significant political jab during the ongoing diplomatic discussions. The political fallout from these comments is expected to continue in the coming days. 🇮🇳

😔 Sushant's sister says he was disturbed after Disha's death

Sushant Singh Rajput's sister, Shweta Singh Kirti, claimed the actor was deeply disturbed following Disha Salian's passing. She stated that Sushant repeatedly mentioned people wouldn't spare him after Disha's death in Mumbai. This incident occurred more than six years after his death on June 14, 2020. Shweta questions the post-mortem and the locked room, suggesting a cover-up. She now wishes to focus on his legacy instead of the ongoing pain. 💔