🏛️ Supreme Court orders refund of Art of Living fine

The Supreme Court ordered a refund of the Rs 5 crore penalty paid by the Art of Living foundation. This ruling was made for the spiritual organization in Delhi regarding the controversial 2016 event near Yamuna floodplains. The NGT had initially held them responsible in December 2017 for damaging the ecosystem during the 'World Culture Festival.' The court found no direct evidence linking the festival to any damage, while noting DDA's failure to protect the area. The DDA is now directed to process the refund and continue rehabilitation work.

⚖️ SC orders refund of Art of Living's fine

The Supreme Court has ordered a refund of a Rs 5 crore fine paid by the Art of Living Foundation. This penalty was related to a controversial event held in 2016. The organization, led by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, had been accused of damaging the Yamuna floodplains. This ruling provides significant relief to the spiritual organization. The story is developing and will be updated further.

📉 Indian retail traders face losses in F&O trading

A SEBI study revealed that 88% of individual F&O traders lost money during FY26. Options accounted for a massive 92% of the aggregate losses incurred by these traders. Total net losses reached about Rs 91,685 crore in FY26, down from Rs 1.12 lakh crore in FY25. The government is increasing STT to curb speculative 'satta' and protect small investors. Regulators will continue monitoring the market to manage this risk.

🏏 Dravid: Test cricket needs players like Sooryavanshi

Rahul Dravid stated that player development needs a careful balance between white-ball and red-ball formats. This was mentioned during an event in Dublin where Dravid co-owns the Dublin Guardians franchise. Sooryavanshi, who is 15, has played eight first-class games with an average of 17.25. Dravid believes playing red-ball cricket in the Duleep Trophy is valuable for his growth. The hope is that he can eventually become a multi-format player for India. 🏏

🦠 Congo's Ebola outbreak set to smash records 🤯

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in Congo is rapidly expanding and may become three times the current known size. This crisis is unfolding in Congo's eastern region, involving a highly mobile population and distrust of health officials. By the 13th week, this outbreak showed ten times more cases and seven times more deaths compared to the 2014-2016 West Africa outbreak. Experts suggest the spread started earlier in February from the mining town of Mongbwalu. Authorities are struggling with contact tracing, noting the actual rate is only 16% of what is expected.

😔 IISc student found dead; second death in 15 days

A 22-year-old MTech student, Gopal from West Bengal, was allegedly found dead by suicide in his hostel room. This incident took place at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru, reported on Thursday morning after Wednesday night. Preliminary investigation suggests relationship issues might be the cause, while the institute expressed deep grief on August 20. This follows another student's death on August 6, making it the second case in two weeks. Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding Gopal's passing. 😔

⚖️ Court stops Anali from linking Jolly Joseph to crime

A court in Ernakulam issued an interim injunction against the web series 'Anali' makers. The order was granted after Jolly Joseph filed a civil suit in Ernakulam. The restraint, dated August 20, 2026, targets content portraying her as the culprit in the case. This move aims to prevent prejudice to her ongoing trial regarding the Koodathayi cyanide poisoning case. The restriction only applies to content identifying her as the main character, not the entire series. ⚖️

🏏 Kings keep momentum high in CPL 2026

St Lucia Kings defeated Jamaica Kingsmen by six wickets in the CPL 2026 match. The game was played between St Lucia Kings and Jamaica Kingsmen. The Kings set a target of 171 for 4, which the Kingsmen chased down in 169 for 9. The Kingsmen's chase ended the Kingsmen's two-match winning streak and placed them in a four-way logjam. Obus Pienaar finished the chase, securing the win with 10 balls remaining. 🏏

🍬 Edible Rakhis: Sweet & Creative for Raksha Bandhan 🤩

Raksha Bandhan 2026 falls on Friday, August 28th, during Shravan Purnima, a time for sibling bonding. Instead of traditional decor, this year lets families make unique and tasty edible rakhis at home. Options include chocolate with pistachio and coconut, or kaju katli shaped into festive discs. Another idea is a date, almond, and coconut energy rakhi for health-conscious siblings. These creative treats add a delicious twist to the traditional celebration.

🔥 Three engineers killed in Jharkhand factory blast

At least three employees passed away after a fire erupted at a steel factory unit. The incident occurred at the Maa Chinnamastika Ispat factory in Helal, Ramgarh district, Jharkhand. On Friday midnight, the blaze started at the captive power plant, with four employees receiving severe burns. The Ramgarh SP confirmed that the three deceased were Sanjeev, Vinit, and Abhishek. An investigation is currently underway by a two-member team sent to the site.

⚖️ Centre rejects grace marks plea for Class 12 students

The Union government informed the Supreme Court that awarding grace marks for evaluation glitches is not possible. This was stated by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta before Chief Justice Surya Kant. A one-week re-evaluation window was offered, and 1.68 lakh students applied for score changes. Petitioners argued the week was too short, impacting their entrance exam chances. The SC asked the government for details on remedial measures taken.