😠 Shivakumar tells disgruntled Congress MLAs to chill

CM DK Shivakumar warned unhappy Congress MLAs that their resignations would be accepted immediately if they quit the party. This stern warning was issued by Shivakumar in Bengaluru to MLAs left out of the recent Cabinet expansion. The remarks came after 19 ministers were inducted in the first major reshuffle since two months ago. He emphasized that the party is more important than individual political futures, citing his own patience. Shivakumar also announced that state-run boards would be reconstituted soon.

🏛️ Amit Shah absent after protest action

Home Minister Amit Shah has remained absent from Parliament for two weeks. This absence follows recent police action taken against protesters. Specific details regarding dates or precise numbers of people involved are not provided in the report. The situation remains under scrutiny regarding his participation in legislative duties. Further updates on his presence in Parliament are anticipated soon.

🏛️ High Court orders release of Udhayanidhi Stalin

The Madras High Court directed the Tamil Nadu Police to release Udhayanidhi Stalin on station bail the same day. This happened after he was arrested in connection with a controversial remark made during a speech in Thanjavur. The arrest occurred following his comments targeting Chief Minister Vijay over the Cauvery water dispute on August 3. The court order followed the police stating they only intended to question him, not seek judicial remand. The case, involving nine sections, continues amid protests and complaints from other political groups. ⚖️

🌧️ Kerala sets up pilot system for flood resilience

The Kerala government is launching a pilot disaster resilience system in Pathanamthitta to tackle frequent floods. This initiative involves a denser network of rain gauges and an advanced early warning mechanism developed with CUSAT and the Hume Centre. The announcement came on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, after reviewing the severe flooding impacting the district. The CM noted that river capacity reduction from past floods contributes to the worsened situation. Authorities will prioritize desilting rivers and offer ₹10,000 cash aid to affected households. 🌧️

💰 Prashant Kishor's wife's bank balance makes news

Jahnavi Das, wife of Prashant Kishor, recently became a subject of public discussion regarding her financial status. She is associated with Prashant Kishor, who is a prominent political strategist. Specific figures and dates related to her bank balance have not been disclosed in the available reports. This attention comes amid ongoing political commentary surrounding Kishor's activities. Future developments regarding this matter remain to be seen by the public.

🔒 Malware exploits Google passkeys for account takeover

A new type of malware has been discovered that is exploiting vulnerabilities within Google's passkey system. This vulnerability allows attackers to potentially take over user accounts. The exploit was reported on October 26, 2023, by cybersecurity researchers. This discovery highlights potential security weaknesses in modern authentication methods. Google is reportedly working on a patch to address these critical security flaws soon. 🔒

🏛️ PK enters Bihar Assembly to challenge CM Choudhary

Prashant Kishor won the Bankipur Assembly bypoll, securing the first seat for his Jan Suraaj Party in the Bihar legislature. This victory places him inside the House to directly challenge Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary in Bihar. The victory came after Kishor returned to Bihar to build a political alternative. He intends to use data-driven criticisms against governance while targeting Choudhary's alleged criminal background. Now, Kishor can pursue his campaign from within the Assembly against the CM.

🌾 Ethanol push: Are farmers actually winning? 🌾

Official data suggests that maize prices stayed below MSP despite the ethanol drive across India. The Agriculture Ministry data shows that between March 2025 and August 2026, average mandi prices remained lower than the Minimum Support Price. For example, in November 2025, the average price hit Rs 1,634.74 per quintal against an MSP of Rs 2,400 per quintal. This happened because cheaper FCI rice was used by distilleries, and maize imports were eased. Farmers are demanding a profit-sharing mechanism if the policy truly benefits them.

✈️ Vizianagaram to Bhogapuram airport still lacks dedicated road

The Andhra Pradesh government has not yet built a dedicated road connecting Vizianagaram to the new Bhogapuram airport on NH 16. While VMRDA planned the Vizianagaram Ice Factory Junction-Dharmapuri-Chintalavalasa-Bhogapuram stretch, funding issues have stalled construction. The current route, Vizianagaram-Denkada-Natavalasa-Bhogapuram, faces heavy daily congestion from pharmaceutical buses. This route is essential for travelers from Odisha and AP towns aiming for the airport. Ministers stated that new dedicated roads from Vizianagaram to the airport area will be developed soon. ✈️

📈 Govt claims 17 crore jobs made in 10 years

The government reported that over 17 crore new jobs were created in India between 2014 and 2024. Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya shared these figures with NDA MPs on Tuesday. This represents an average of 1.7 crore jobs annually, significantly higher than the previous UPA period. The unemployment rate also dropped to 3.1% in 2025, according to World Bank and PLFS data. A new package worth Rs 2 lakh crore targets creating over 3.5 crore jobs for youth.

🤔 BJP's losses hint at upper caste unease

BJP faced setbacks in the Bankipur and Datia by-elections, revealing a common political vulnerability across the regions. In Bankipur, Jan Suraaj won, while the Congress managed to retain Datia, Madhya Pradesh. These contests occurred in August 2026, showing shifts in voter sentiment. The results suggest that the BJP's traditionally strong upper-caste coalition might be showing signs of restlessness. This development challenges the party's long-held political formula. 😟