🩺 Single kidney life: Debunking donation myths

Nephrologist Dr Anupam Roy addressed common fears surrounding kidney donation to help potential donors make informed choices. He clarified that a healthy person can lead an active life with one kidney, as the remaining one adapts to the increased filtering load. Dr Roy noted that physical activity is encouraged post-recovery, though high-risk abdominal trauma needs discussion. Most women can successfully become pregnant after donation, requiring extra monitoring for hypertension. Potential donors must undergo comprehensive medical, surgical, and psychological assessments, ensuring the decision is voluntary.

😠 DU scholar suspended after alleged slap on prof 😲

A PhD scholar at Delhi University's Faculty of Law was suspended after CCTV footage allegedly showed him slapping a professor. The accused, Shubham Singh, is from the 2024-25 academic session and the incident happened on Monday morning. The university has barred him from all premises and set up a three-member inquiry committee. This event sparks concern from the Democratic Teachers' Front regarding campus violence. The panel will examine the confrontation to determine necessary future actions.

😔 School wall collapse claims student life in Andhra

A 14-year-old student died and another was seriously hurt when a school compound wall collapsed on Monday, August 17. The incident occurred at a Zilla Parishad High School in Salur town, Parvathipuram Manyam district. Arun Teja, the deceased, was a Class 10 student, while Sondi Yacob, the injured student, is a Class 9 student. The tragedy highlights serious concerns regarding the maintenance of government school infrastructure. The state government has announced compensation and ordered an official probe into the collapse.

🎬 Zoya Akhtar confirms ZNMD sequel is coming

Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar has officially confirmed that work is currently underway for a sequel to the 2011 film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. This news follows renewed fan excitement after Hrithik Roshan, Abhay Deol, and Farhan Akhtar reunited for a 2025 advertisement for Yas Island. Discussions are happening, but Akhtar noted there is no certainty regarding the final shape of the project. The original film, shot across Spain, India, and the UK, was a big hit, earning Rs 153 crores worldwide. She expressed hope that the sequel will resonate with audiences when it feels correct. 🎬

📊 Student platform tracks reported bribes in India

A new crowdsourced website, Bribes.fyi, is letting Indians document alleged demands for bribes in government offices. It was created by Aryan Nishad, a B.Tech student, and launched on July 2. As of August 17, the site had 617 reports spanning 253 cities across various departments. This platform collects user-reported experiences, not independently verified cases of corruption nationwide. The goal is to provide a public, searchable record of these alleged incidents. 🧐

🎓 TISS convocation rescheduled amid protest fears

The 86th convocation of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has been rescheduled after an initial cancellation. The event, originally set for August 2 in Mumbai with Chief Justice Surya Kant, will now happen on August 22. Dr CS Pramesh, Director of Tata Memorial Hospital, will serve as the new chief guest for the ceremony. The postponement was due to campus security concerns and fears of student protests against the Chief Justice. This follows similar protests at NALSAR University of Law concerning the same Chief Justice. 🧐

💰 India's Elite Going Global with Investments

India's wealthiest individuals are increasingly directing their investments towards international destinations like the US, Portugal, and Greece. These high-net-worth individuals are reportedly seeking diverse opportunities outside of the domestic Indian market. Specific investment figures and the exact dates of major transactions are not detailed in the provided context. This trend reflects a broader strategy among the ultra-rich to diversify assets across stable global economies. It is anticipated that this pattern of international capital outflow will continue to evolve in the coming years. 🌍

🗣️ Manipur CM meets Shah on NRC before census

Former Manipur CM N Biren Singh met Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi to discuss several pressing issues. He raised concerns over economic blockades and disrupted supplies of essential commodities in Manipur. The meeting took place on Tuesday, amidst ethnic strife since May 2023 when over 260 people were killed. Singh stressed the public demand for the National Register of Citizens (NRC) to happen before any census activity. Shah assured him that the issues regarding blockades and supply disruptions would be addressed soon. 🗣️

😥 Wife Dies After Husband Shocks Her Over Land Sale

A 32-year-old woman named Nasreen passed away after being allegedly electrocuted by her husband. The incident occurred in Meerut, where the accused reportedly shocked her body, including her private parts. This happened following a dispute on the intervening night of August 14. Her in-laws were pressuring her to sell her share of her father's property, which was registered in the names of his seven daughters. Israr was arrested Sunday night, while others remain at large. 😥

🛡️ SK President says drills aren't aimed at North Korea

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung asserted that annual civil-defence exercises are purely defensive, not intended to threaten North Korea. This statement came after US President Donald Trump told the Pentagon to substantially reduce joint US-South Korea military drills. The exercises, like Ulchi Freedom Shield, run until August 27, involving about 18,000 South Korean troops. Lee also stressed increasing South Korea's independent defence and accelerating its nuclear-powered submarine program. Seoul is reviewing Trump's remarks while planning for greater self-reliance within the US alliance. 🛡️

🚀 Maruti Fronx hits 2 lakh exports record fast

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx recently achieved a major milestone by shipping over 2 lakh units from India. This fast-moving SUV, manufactured at the Hansalpur facility in Gujarat, is now shipped to nearly 90 countries. It reached its first 1 lakh exports in under 25 months, with the second lakh coming in just 13 additional months. This rapid pace shows growing international demand for the model globally. Maruti Suzuki states the Fronx is India’s highest-exported passenger vehicle since FY2024-25. 🚀