🩺 Tamil Nadu lacks genetic tests for intersex babies

The Tamil Nadu government banned sex-reassignment surgeries on intersex infants in a historic move to protect bodily autonomy. Doctors and activists note the state is lacking genetic infrastructure for proper diagnosis and understanding of sex variations. While the ban was issued in 2019 following a Madras High Court ruling, basic karyotyping is unavailable in most government hospitals. Only one of 38 medical college hospitals, Institute of Child Health, Chennai, has a dedicated genetic department. Experts urge strengthening this center and setting up more facilities for comprehensive genetic testing. 🧬

🧐 Guntur civic body loses ₹1.18 crore in tender mess

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has found preliminary evidence of a ₹1.18 crore financial loss to the Guntur Municipal Corporation. This loss is linked to alleged irregularities in the tendering process for municipal works between 2017-18 and 2024-25. ACB Guntur DSP T.V.V. Pratap Kumar disclosed these findings after a two-day search operation at the GMC on Tuesday. Initially, 156 works were scrutinized, narrowing down to 152 for examination. Further investigation will examine seized records and missing tender documents to determine the full extent of the financial loss. 🧐

💰 4 crore cheque offered at Ayodhya temple; funds questioned

A devotee from Chennai offered a Rs 4 crore cheque at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya for staff welfare. The donation was made by S Nag Lakshmi, who also gave Rs 10,000 for Ram Lalla during her visit. Bank-linked sources have now flagged concerns regarding whether the cheque will actually clear. This unusual donation was specifically earmarked for improving employee salaries and facilities at the temple. The final status of the Rs 4 crore cheque depends entirely on the bank's clearing process. 🧐

⚽ Man Utd eyeing £50m strike for Brighton defender

Manchester United is planning another raid on Brighton for a major summer signing. The club is targeting full-back Ferdi Kadioglu, who plays for Brighton, to bolster their defense. The proposed transfer fee is a significant £50 million, an increase from earlier reports. This move is happening as Brighton prepares to sign Jaouen Hadjam from Young Boys. United will be watching the Kadioglu deal closely while facing Ipswich Town next. ⏳

😮 Gas cylinder fire scares girls at Rajasthan school

An LPG cylinder caught fire at a government girls' primary school in Kotputli district, Rajasthan on Tuesday. The incident caused panic among approximately 150 girls, along with school staff and others present at the location. School personnel and local villagers quickly intervened to manage the situation. They successfully moved the burning cylinder out of the school and into a nearby pond. Thankfully, no injuries were reported among any of the girls or staff members involved. 😮

🏏 Dinusha and Sooriyabandara bring some hope to SL

Sonal Dinusha and Pasindu Sooriyabandara showed promise during the second Test of the series. They played for Sri Lanka at the SSC, featuring on day three of the match. Dinusha remained unbeaten on 85, averaging 134.50, while Sooriyabandara scored 80. These performances offer a potential boost amid the team's batting struggles. However, historical trends suggest sustained excellence remains a major challenge for Sri Lankan batters. 🏏

🧐 Prashant Kishor challenges Bihar leaders to take Class 10 test

Prashant Kishor publicly challenged Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary and opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav to take the matriculation exam together. This tongue-in-cheek remark was made on Tuesday while Kishor was responding to journalists about education minister Mithilesh Tiwari. Kishor suggested Tiwari propose this move in the next cabinet meeting for both leaders. Yadav is RJD's working president, and Choudhary is in his late 50s. Kishor urged the leaders to prove their capability for the state's youth. 🧐

🎮 Nintendo drops new Switch 2 bundles this fall

Nintendo is rolling out two new Switch 2 bundles later this fall to help with the console's price increase. The Switch 2 itself is becoming $50 more expensive, jumping from $449.99 to $499.99 starting September 1st. One bundle features Mario Kart World launching in late September for $549.99, saving buyers $37.98. The second option includes Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, arriving on October 22nd for $529.99, offering a $27.98 saving. Preorders for these discounted bundles are expected to open soon. 🎮

🎧 New AirPods 5 and Beats 360 dropping soon

Rumors suggest Apple is launching new AirPods 5 open earbuds and Beats 360 over-ear headphones in the coming weeks. Mark Gurman stated the AirPods 5 update will be part of this year's iPhone rollout, while the camera-equipped version is expected next year. The AirPods 5 might feature performance upgrades and could use Apple's rumored H3 chip. Meanwhile, the Beats 360 are sporty, IPX4 sweat-resistant, and boast up to 1.75x more noise cancellation than Beats Studio Pro. The Beats 360 are strongly expected to debut soon, unlike the previously rumored AirPods Ultra. 🎧

💊 Guntur Police Launch Anti-Drug Awareness Ad

Guntur police recently premiered a two-minute awareness film titled “Drugs Vaddu Bidda – A Battle Against Drugs” on Tuesday. Rajya Sabha member Bhashyam Ramakrishna and SP Vakul Jindal watched the preview at Maitri Cinema Complex in Nagarampalem. The film aims to educate students and youth about drug dangers and encourage parental monitoring. SP Jindal confirmed that the ad will be screened in cinemas and promoted via social media after approvals. Currently, police have arrested around 450 people and seized 141 kg of ganja as part of intensified action. 💊

🏛️ TDP confident about winning Vizag Mayor post

TDP MLA Ganta Srinivasa Rao claimed the party will secure the Mayor’s post in the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation elections with a large majority. He made this statement while addressing the media at his camp office on Tuesday. Rao noted that in the 2024 elections, Gajuwaka, Bhimili, and Pendurthi constituencies secured top majorities in the State. He also mentioned that grama sabhas in 79 village panchayats favor merging with the GVMC. The party leadership's decision regarding a mayoral candidate is still pending.