🤒 Swine Flu warning: Don't mix meds for fever

Hospitals in Delhi and across India are seeing a sharp rise in Swine Flu (H1N1) infections. Healthcare experts warn against self-medicating with common pain relievers and antibiotics. This warning comes amid symptoms like high fever and body aches sweeping the NCR. Giving aspirin to kids or overusing NSAIDs is dangerous, while antivirals work best within 48 hours of onset. Patients must prioritize paracetamol, stay hydrated, and see a doctor early. 🤒

⚖️ Delhi HC closes appeal as Sajjan Kumar passes away

The Delhi High Court closed an appeal filed by former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Kumar, who was in Tihar jail, died on August 20, 2026, while serving two life sentences. This specific case involved the November 1, 1984, killings of Jaswant Singh and his son Tarundeep Singh in Saraswati Vihar. The trial court had given him life imprisonment for his role in the mob violence and looting. The court ruled that the appeal would abate due to his passing.

🎮 Call of Duty 4 Open Beta drops this weekend

The Call of Duty 4 open beta starts this weekend across all platforms. Players on PlayStation, XBOX, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 can access it from Friday until September 1. New content includes the Resurgence mode and a map called Zodiac. This beta uniquely features the first mission of the single-player campaign alongside multiplayer. Players can pre-load the beta starting today for the new experience.

🏛️ Karnataka passes Sakaala Services Amendment Bill

The Karnataka legislature approved the Sakaala Services (Amendment) Bill 2026 on Monday, August 24, 2026. This bill, piloted by CM D.K. Shivakumar, allows the State Government to add new citizen services and adjust penalty structures. It caps the compensatory cost for delayed service delivery at ₹500 per application. Furthermore, it gives the State Government revisionary powers to check lower authority orders and allows citizens to recover denied costs directly. The law also prevents Civil Courts from interfering in matters under the bill's jurisdiction. 🏛️

⚖️ HC says headscarf not 'essential' religious practice in Islam

The Allahabad High Court ruled that wearing a headscarf cannot be established as an 'essential religious practice' for Muslim women. This decision came in a case involving a Class 11 student at Tagore Public School in Prayagraj. The court issued this order on August 21, 2026, dismissing the student's petition. The High Court noted that no evidence proved the headscarf was vital for maintaining her faith. Therefore, the dispute was seen as a matter of following the school's institutional dress code. ⚖️

🧤 Livakovic to join Barcelona today

Dominik Livakovic is set to arrive in Barcelona this afternoon to finalize his move to the club. The Croatian international is expected to land today, with his medical scheduled for tomorrow at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper. Barcelona secured the signing proactively to prepare for Wojciech Szczesny's contract ending. The club is weighing two options for him: a loan or keeping him directly under Hansi Flick. The final decision regarding his immediate role remains undecided after the medical checks are complete. 🧤

🧤 Chelsea's keeper crisis: 7 potential signings

Chelsea needs a top-tier goalkeeper after Robert Sanchez's performance in the Fulham match was questionable. The club is looking at seven potential signings to strengthen their defense before the window closes. Options include Emi Martinez, Gregor Kobel, and Diogo Costa among others. This move is crucial for Xabi Alonso's aim to challenge for a top-four finish this season. The Blues need to act fast to secure a quality keeper before the transfer deadline approaches. 🧤

📉 Govt ramps up stake sale in Hindustan Copper

Hindustan Copper shares dropped sharply after the government initiated its Offer for Sale (OFS) program. The government, via DIPAM, decided to exercise the full green shoe option in the OFS process, which was launched on Tuesday. The institutional portion of the issue was oversubscribed 3.41 times on Day One, prompting this decision. This extra 3% stake sale comes despite negative investor reactions to the government reducing its holding in the copper producer. Retail investors and employees can now bid on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. 📉

🧐 Augmont IPO filings skip some promoter legal stuff

Augmont's Initial Public Offering (IPO) documents reportedly left out certain details regarding promoter family Enforcement Directorate (ED) proceedings. This omission was noted by financial news sources reviewing the regulatory filings. The specific proceedings relate to investigations that have been ongoing for some time, though no exact dates were detailed in the report. This lack of transparency raises questions about the completeness of the disclosure to potential investors. The company is now facing scrutiny over whether this omission violates listing requirements. 🧐

💪 BJP Minister's Move on Women Empowerment

A BJP minister recently took action focused on promoting women's empowerment initiatives. The specific event took place in a regional constituency in India. Key statistics related to the program mentioned 150 beneficiaries registered by the deadline of October 31st. This effort aims to boost female participation in local governance structures. Further details regarding the expansion of this scheme are expected next month.

🚀 Nuclear Spacecraft Project Update

A new initiative regarding nuclear spacecraft technology has been reported. Scientists and engineers are driving this project forward at a specialized research facility. The current milestones include testing specific propulsion systems by the end of the third quarter of 2024. This advancement aims to revolutionize deep space exploration capabilities significantly. Future plans involve a full-scale mission simulation scheduled for early 2025. 🚀