🏛️ 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.

📱 Vivo X500 series dropping in September with big camera flex 📸

Vivo confirmed the X500 series launch for September 2026, heavily focusing on its ZEISS camera capabilities. The lineup includes the Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max, debuting in China. Pro models will feature a custom Phantom 900 sensor claiming 17EV dynamic range and 4K video at 240fps. This shift from the X300 series signals a major camera and hardware restructuring for the brand. Global availability for markets outside China is expected to take several months after the initial launch.

✈️ India to mandate annual drug tests for all pilots

Following an August 4 Air India flight incident where the pilot tested positive for marijuana, the Indian Government is now considering mandatory annual drug testing for all commercial pilots. The proposed rule would change the current DGCA random testing requirement from 10% to a full 100% coverage across the industry. Air India and Air India Express conducted a one-time screening of about 5,000 pilots after the event. The Federation of Indian Pilots supports increased random testing but also wants to limit flight delays. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is still looking into the August 4 flight incident. ✈️

🧑‍🚀 French astronaut completes her second spacewalk

Sophie Adenot conducted her second spacewalk during a recent mission. She is a French astronaut who performed this activity in space. The mission involved activities over a period spanning from the 17th to the 18th. This spacewalk was part of her ongoing training and operational duties in orbit. She will continue her scheduled assignments as per the mission plan. 🚀

🚀 French Astronaut Sophie Adenot's Second Space Mission

Sophie Adenot performed her second spacewalk to replace a faulty aerial on the ISS. She was accompanied by US astronaut Anil Menon during this mission. The activity took place for over six hours, starting at 12:27 GMT. The primary goal was to dismantle the SGANT antenna, which is crucial for ISS communication with Houston. Next, they plan to retrieve the new antenna and potentially reinstall the retroreflector.

⚖️ SC demands data on West Bengal election appeals

The Supreme Court asked the ECI for data on pending appeals related to West Bengal's special intensive revision process. This came on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as municipal polls near. The court requested a breakdown of appeals for inclusion versus exclusion from electoral rolls. Petitioners noted that 38 lakh appeals were filed across 19 tribunals, with 31 lakh aiming for exclusion. The SC wants a streamlined mechanism to prioritize disenfranchised voters before future elections.

🏏 BCCI's 95th AGM set for Mumbai in September

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's 95th Annual General Meeting is scheduled to take place in Mumbai. This important gathering will be hosted at the BCCI Headquarters on September 18, 2026. The agenda includes electing two General Body representatives and one Indian Cricketer's Association representative to the IPL Governing Council. Furthermore, the meeting will review the audited accounts for FY 2025-26 and the budget for FY 2026-27. Decisions regarding committee appointments and policy directions are also slated for discussion at this AGM. 🏏

🏈 Browns QB future hinges on Week 3 performance

Chad Ochocinco suggests Deshaun Watson might only have three games to prove his worth as the Cleveland Browns' QB. This potential change could see Shedeur Sanders stepping in if things go wrong early in the season. The Browns start on September 13th against the Jacksonville Jaguars, leading up to Week 3 vs. the Carolina Panthers. Ochocinco predicts a quarterback switch might happen before Week 4 if Watson doesn't perform well. This comes after Watson's mixed preseason stats, which have added pressure to his starting role. 🏈

🩺 T2D complications differ by sex, study finds

This observational cohort study tracked health outcomes for individuals after Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) diagnosis. Researchers analyzed data from 28,720 people in the UK Clinical Practice Research Datalink between 2010 and 2020. Women were more likely to develop mental health issues, while men faced higher rates of CVD/ESRD and hypertension. Both sexes faced earlier mortality when T2D combined with a mental health condition. This highlights the need for sex-specific management strategies in T2D care. 🩺

🌧️ Gurugram floods again; critics slam government's failure

Heavy rainfall on Tuesday caused traffic snarls in Gurugram's Narsinghpur area, leading to widespread criticism of the local administration. Opposition leaders targeted the BJP government, questioning the recurring waterlogging crisis in the city. Specific complaints highlighted poor infrastructure, with Rohtak MP Deepender Hooda referencing a ₹271 crore penthouse. Congress leaders questioned the lack of preparedness, pointing out the yearly nature of the problem. Residents expressed feelings of helplessness as the Millennium City turned into a chaotic nightmare.

🏥 38 inmates test HIV positive at Guwahati jail

At least 38 inmates have tested positive for HIV at the Central Jail in Guwahati. These cases were detected during routine medical screening after their admission to judicial custody. The figures relate to screenings conducted while they were inside the prison premises. Officials confirmed the HIV cases were not linked to any drug use within the jail. The Assam State AIDS Control Society assists with these health checks at the facility.