🩺 Silent heart disease found in young adults

An international study discovered that silent atherosclerosis is present in many apparently healthy young adults. Researchers from Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen and CNIC in Spain found this in over 57% of 16,000+ participants. The data from the first phase of REACT, spanning 2024, shows 1 in 13 people aged 18 to 29 had plaques. This suggests traditional risk models are missing many cases of the disease. Future plans include Phase 2 running from 2027 to 2032 to guide precision prevention.

🧐 Congress targets AAP, internal drama at Amritsar meet

A Congress political conference at Baba Bakala in Amritsar focused heavily on attacking the AAP government. The event saw the presence of leaders like Charanjit Singh Channi, but the absence of Amarinder Singh Raja Warring drew attention to internal party divisions. The conference took place on the occasion of Rakhar Punya, with figures like Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa raising safety concerns. Channi specifically criticized Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over Punjab's rising debt and governance. These developments raise questions about the Congress's unity ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. 🧐

❤️ HIV care needs to focus on heart health now

Experts at a national symposium highlighted that cardiac care must become a core part of long-term HIV treatment. The 'HIV and Heart Symposium 2026' brought together specialists at the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research. Discussions covered India's four-decade journey against HIV, noting improved life expectancy. A key concern is the hesitation of some hospitals to provide cardiac treatment due to perceived risks. Jayadeva Institute has treated over 1,200 HIV-associated cardiac patients since 2013.

🔋 Poco X8 Power 5G drops with massive 10,000 mAh battery

Poco India is launching the Poco X8 Power 5G on September 4 at 12 PM IST, featuring a massive 10,000 mAh battery. This phone will boast up to 3.5 days of usage and is expected to support 100W wired charging. The device is rumored to have IP68/IP69K ratings and a 6.83-inch Gorilla Glass Victus 2 display. It runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset and promises four major OS upgrades plus six years of security patches. Full pricing and availability details will be revealed during the September 4 event. 🔋

🕊️ RSS Chief: If you exclude Muslims, you're not Hindu

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted in New York that any Hindu excluding Muslims is not truly Hindu. Speaking at the ‘One World One Humanity’ event, he stressed that humanity and truth are universal despite religious differences. Bhagwat stated that diversity must be protected because unity is the universal truth. He emphasized that while truth is singular, it is perceived in many ways by humans. This address was part of the RSS's global outreach programme in the US.

🔬 Study links E. coli to higher stomach illness risk in lakes 🦠

A new trial found that swimmers exposed to higher levels of E. coli had a greater chance of stomach illness within a week. The study was conducted in Hungary, tracking 2,368 volunteers across two freshwater sites. Data from 2006 and 2007 showed E. coli increased stomach illness risk by 73 percent. This challenges WHO's 2021 freshwater guidelines, which now rely only on enterococci. Researchers suggest the science behind current swim safety standards might need a review.

🤝 RSS Chief: Politics is now a game of self-interest

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted that politics has transformed into a game driven by self-interest. He stated this while addressing a gathering, emphasizing that unity is humanity's core reality. Bhagwat mentioned that RSS swayamsevaks run over 1.3 lakh service projects across Bharat without seeking political gains. He pointed to a Dadri, Haryana plane collision where volunteers helped victims regardless of background. The call is to build local models of selfless service and foster dialogue for global change. 🤝

🗺️ India-China border talks: New meeting spots pending

India and China agreed to set up two more Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) points following recent talks. These discussions happened between Special Representatives, NSA Ajit Doval for India and Wang Yi for China. Previously, five BPMs exist across the western and eastern sectors as of August 26. This mechanism aims to discuss and resolve local issues to maintain peace along the LAC. A Chinese suggestion for Kepang La was made last year, but a final decision is still awaited.

🌊 Pilgrims barely escaped Nepal floods

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrims recounted how they narrowly avoided the devastating Nepal floods. The group, including Bajranga Laxman and Sneha Pandey, left on August 16 and returned after completing their parikrama. Officials reported a death toll of 675, with 2,418 people still missing as of the latest update. Pilgrims noted deserted towns like Saga and lack of internet access during their journey. India continues to assist Nepal with relief and technical support efforts. 🌊

🙏 6-year-old survives 3-day burial in Nepal floods

A six-year-old girl miraculously survived after being buried under soil and debris during the Bhote Koshi floods. Rescuers found her in Timure, Rasuwa district, after hearing her cries on Friday. The devastating floods, triggered by a glacier collapse on Wednesday, killed at least 669 people in Nepal and destroyed infrastructure. She was moved to Kathmandu on Saturday for critical medical treatment at a local hospital. Large-scale search operations continue as recovery efforts face a massive rebuilding bill. 😥

📡 Airtel, Jio, Vi keep adding M2M subscribers

The M2M segment saw consistent growth across major Indian telecom operators through July 2026, according to TRAI data. Bharti Airtel added the most absolute M2M connections, reaching 84.45 million by July. Jio showed the highest percentage growth, with its base rising by 28.9 percent over the period. Vodafone Idea's M2M base grew by 16.5 percent despite consumer SIM pressures. This ongoing expansion signals increased IoT adoption in various industrial and enterprise sectors. 📈