⚖️ speedy trial is a right for victims too: SC

The Supreme Court ruled that a speedy trial is a right for victims as well as the accused. Justices KV Viswanathan and Arun Palli overturned an Allahabad High Court order that had halted a murder trial. The court clarified that Section 12 of the UP Gangsters Act only grants priority when hearing dates conflict. This prevents accused persons from indefinitely delaying other criminal cases using the Gangsters Act. The SC warned that delays harm society and evidence preservation. ⚖️

🎮 EA Sports FC's Top Rated Players Revealed

The latest EA Sports FC highest-rated players have been officially announced for the game. England's duo features prominently in the rankings, reportedly outclassing even Messi in certain metrics. The official reveal took place recently, showcasing several star players across the globe. This update is significant as it sets the competitive landscape for the upcoming gaming season. Players will now use these ratings to strategize in competitive modes moving forward. 🎮

🛡️ Telangana merges food and drug safety under one body

Telangana has officially launched TG-SAFE to consolidate its Food Safety and Drugs Control departments. This unified structure is being implemented by the state government in Telangana. The move was formalized by a Government Order on August 17, 2026, aiming for better public health oversight. The new body will oversee safety and standards for both food and medicines, preserving existing acts. Avinash Mohanty has been appointed as the Commissioner for TG SAFE to manage this new system.

📺 YouTube changes view counting rules starting August 24

YouTube announced a major platform update, changing how video views are tracked across the site. This change affects all users on the Google-owned platform, with the new system taking effect on August 24, 2026. Previously, views were often counted after watching 30 seconds, but now a view registers as soon as a video starts playing or a live broadcast begins. This shift is reportedly to reduce metric confusion for creators and align with TikTok and Instagram standards. However, the move has faced user backlash and might make monetization harder for new creators. 😬

⚽ Raphinha named Barcelona captain for 2026/27 season

FC Barcelona winger Raphinha has been named the first captain for the 2026/27 season, according to Ballon d’Or reports. Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Ronald Araujo have left the club, vacating the top leadership spot. Raphinha is expected to lead the squad, while Frenkie de Jong will be the second captain. Pedri moves up to third, with Gavi and Eric Garcia joining as the fourth and fifth captains. This reshuffle cements the leadership structure ahead of the upcoming campaign. ⚽

⚛️ Bengaluru firm launches quantum foundry for tech boost ⚛️

QpiAI, a deep-tech firm, opened an 8-inch quantum foundry to boost quantum processor manufacturing capabilities. This facility is located in Bengaluru and is crucial for accelerating quantum computing development in Karnataka. As of now, Phase 2 is complete, allowing production of up to 128 qubits, with Phase 3 aiming for 10,000 physical qubits next year. IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge inaugurated the foundry, calling it key to the state's deep-tech ecosystem. The company plans to use this foundry to build Quantum Supremacy Centres for quantum commercialization.

⚛️ Liquid particles form a new kind of computer

Scientists successfully built a computer using hundreds of microscopic particles suspended in liquid. This experiment took place at the Universities of Konstanz and Stuttgart. The system demonstrated the ability to predict chaotic signals and detect subtle anomalies. This method relies on the natural dynamics of matter instead of traditional silicon circuits. Future research is needed to scale this innovative computing approach into practical hardware. 🔬

🧑‍🌾 Kerala rolls out new farm policies for climate change

Kerala is implementing new policies and schemes to help farmers cope with climate change and natural disasters. This announcement was made by Chief Minister V D Satheesan during the state-level Farmers' Day event near Kochi. Within two months, fair returns for paddy farmers were ensured, and rubber prices increased from Rs 200 to Rs 250. The government will strengthen procurement and use AI to tackle wildlife attacks on farms. Furthermore, changes to land laws and promoting 'Kerala Brand' exports are planned for the sector. 🧑‍🌾

⚠️ ED warns buyers: watch out for dodgy builders 🚩

The Enforcement Directorate has advised homebuyers to report builders who hide RERA details or demand cash payments. This warning comes after the ED attached assets worth Rs 129.80 crore of an Ahmedabad real estate company. Buyers must verify all title documents and statutory approvals before making any payment, according to the agency. The attachment order was issued on August 14 against Keshav Narayan Group in a homebuyers fraud case. The ED is committed to tracing crime proceeds and protecting victims' interests.

⚖️ J&K govt must pay rent for family land used as police station

The Supreme Court directed the J&K administration to pay rent to Abdul Rashid Wani for his family land used as a police station. This land, measuring seven kanals and 18 marlas in Kangan, Ganderbal, was taken in 1953 without any acquisition process. The court ordered the rent calculation to start from 1953 but directed acquisition proceedings to begin from 2021. The High Court will finalize the compensation amount and the rent due for the past years. This decision follows Wani's appeal against a High Court order that dismissed his claim due to delay. ⚖️

😠 Job aspirants protest JSSC-CGL exam cancellation

Job aspirants who cleared the JSSC-CGL exam are protesting the state government's decision to cancel the recruitment tests. This protest is happening at Project Bhawan in Ranchi, Jharkhand, against CM Hemant Soren's move. The cancellation, announced on Monday, August 17, 2026, affects tests run by TDPL since 2014. Protesters claim they were appointed based on High Court and Supreme Court rulings, leaving them unemployed. They have vowed to go to court again to fight for their rights.