🏛️ Southern CMs meet, Shivakumar pushes for more funds

The 31st Southern Zonal Council met in Tamil Nadu, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar raised several key issues concerning fiscal devolution, delimitation, and water cooperation. He argued for greater equity, noting the South contributes 33% of India’s GDP despite having 20% of the population. Shivakumar also pushed for maintaining the 1971 population basis for Lok Sabha seats and securing women's reservation immediately. The council also discussed vital inter-state river issues like Cauvery and Mekedatu. 💧

⚖️ Tehelka ex-editor challenges 2013 conviction in Supreme Court

Tarun Tejpal, the former editor of Tehelka magazine, has filed a plea in the Supreme Court against his 2013 sexual assault conviction. The appeal targets the August 6 order issued by the Bombay High Court, handled by advocate Aditya Samaddar. The High Court had sentenced Tejpal to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for rape. This conviction overturned a prior acquittal from the trial court five years ago. The Goa government had previously sought a life sentence, arguing the current sentence is disproportionate. ⚖️

🎾 Top seeds Sabalenka and Zverev out at Cincinnati Open

Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Alexander Zverev both exited the Cincinnati Open in the fourth round due to unexpected losses. Tommy Paul defeated Zverev 4-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-4 on Wednesday, while Sara Bejlek stunned Sabalenka 7-6 (9/7), 6-4 on Thursday. Zverev's match faced significant interruptions from rain, and Sabalenka is headed to the US Open on August 30. Paul will now face Flavio Cobolli, while Bejlek is set to play Madison Keys. 🎾

🎬 Docu-series sparks late-night Pakistani military response

A new docu-series, Declassified: Operation Sindoor, premiered on Discovery Channel on August 15th, detailing the Indian Armed Forces' Operation Sindoor. The series covers missile strikes on Pakistan-based militant infrastructure during May 2025, following a Pahalgam terror attack in April. It features accounts from leaders like Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and NSA Ajit Doval. Days later, Pakistani general Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif publicly criticized the series at 2 AM on X (Twitter). Sharif alleged the documentary was a propaganda video manipulating established facts regarding the operation's success. 🤯

📢 Mayawati backs young students protesting school woes in UP

BSP chief Mayawati publicly backed the recent protests by Gen Alpha schoolchildren regarding poor school facilities. She stated this issue is a matter of 'great sorrow and concern' for students in Uttar Pradesh and other north Indian states. These students are participating in the 'School Thik Karo' campaign, which gained traction recently. Mayawati accused successive governments of neglecting the government school system and closing thousands of schools. She urges UP and other state governments to address Gen Alpha's demands with sympathy and refrain from using force. 📚

🏏 Pujara tells young star not to chase IPL

Manav Suthar delivered a sensational bowling performance for India, securing a 165-run win over Sri Lanka in Galle. The 24-year-old spinner took 6 wickets in the second innings, finishing with a match haul of 10 wickets. Former batter Cheteshwar Pujara advised Suthar to focus on red-ball cricket instead of pursuing an IPL contract. Pujara stressed that Suthar should preserve his strength in Test cricket rather than changing his bowling for the shorter format. This advice comes as Suthar is currently part of the Gujarat Titans squad after featuring in five IPL matches. 🏏

😔 Preacher gets death sentence for assaulting minors

A preacher was sentenced to death by a special POCSO court in Tirunelveli. The individual, S. Abraham, 50, was found guilty of sexually assaulting four minor girls in 2022. The assaults happened under the pretext of moral science classes near Mela Ilanthaikulam. Police arrested Abraham on July 5, 2022, following complaints from the victims' parents. The death sentence was formally awarded by Magistrate Suresh Kumar on August 20, 2026. 😔

😟 Indian App Devs Scared of Overseas Sales Loss

Indian Android app developers are worried about potential loss of international revenue. This concern centers around stringent KYC requirements being implemented. The deadline for compliance is September 15th. These developers fear that failing to meet the new standards could cut off their overseas market access. They are now scrambling to adapt their processes before this crucial date. 😟

❤️ Aditya Dhar's cute reaction to Yami Gautam's new look

Nayyi Navelli's motion poster was released, featuring Yami Gautam in a red saree with a 'Bhabhi Daayan hai' theme. Her husband, Aditya Dhar, shared the poster on Instagram with a playful comment about his wife. Yami responded by teasing him to try acting and mentioning the October 16 release date. This sweet exchange garnered positive reactions from fans online. The film, directed by Balaji Mohan, stars Yami and is set to hit theaters soon.

❤️ Heat risks for heart patients: what to know

Hot weather can complicate health for people with heart issues, as sweating and fluid loss increase heart rate and strain. Cardiologist Enes Çelik noted that risks vary based on conditions like coronary artery disease or high blood pressure. Patients must watch for chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue, and should not stop prescribed meds. For heart failure sufferers, fluid intake needs careful management, not just drinking more water. 🩺

🤖 Meta drops AI tools for small businesses

Meta has officially launched a suite of new AI tools designed specifically to assist small businesses. These tools are available for use across Meta's platforms, targeting entrepreneurs globally. The rollout began on October 15, 2023, with initial features focusing on marketing and customer service. This move aims to democratize access to advanced AI capabilities for smaller enterprises. Meta plans to continuously roll out more features based on user feedback in the coming months.