😥 Teacher's slap leads to student's death, reigniting debate

A six-year-old boy, Pranay Teja, passed away after being slapped by his kindergarten teacher in Visakhapatnam. The incident involved the teacher slapping Teja for not completing his homework, with the death occurring at King George Hospital. Teja's family reported a history of physical punishment at the private school, and the state's School Education Department formed a committee. This case highlights the gap between the 2009 RTE Act banning corporal punishment and its reality in many classrooms. The investigation continues to question why hitting children remains common despite the law. 😥

🏔️ Nepal flash floods: Earthquake or avalanche cause? 🌊

Deadly flash floods hit Nepal after an ice and rock avalanche occurred on Wednesday. Rasuwa and Dhading districts bore the brunt of the disaster. Reports indicate 22 people are killed, and 348 travelers, including 105 Indians, are missing as of the latest count. Scientists are investigating a possible link between an earthquake and the ice avalanche that blocked the Lhende Khola river. Authorities are warning of a potential second flood due to an upstream blockage on the Lhende Khola.

😟 Ramiz Raja warns Pakistan cricket about fan support

Former captain Ramiz Raja warned that Pakistan's poor cricket performances are negatively impacting fan support. This concern arose after England dominated the opening Test at Headingley, thrashing Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs. These losses, including the first Test on August 27, are causing fans to withdraw from supporting the team. Raja stressed that retaining the fanbase is crucial for becoming a great side, making it a top priority. The second Test starts at Lord’s, where Babar Azam's return offers some hope for regrouping.

🧐 Zohran Mamdani clashes with RSS chief in NYC

Zohran Mamdani publicly opposed an event hosted by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in New York City. The opposition took place in the city, targeting the gathering organized by Bhagwat. No specific attendance figures or exact dates were mentioned regarding the event. This stance reflects ongoing political tensions surrounding the RSS's activities internationally. Mamdani's opposition signals further debate on cultural and ideological representation abroad. 🧐

🚂 SCR plans massive coaching depots near Hyderabad

South Central Railway (SCR) plans to build two major coaching depots in Jukal and Dabilpur near Hyderabad, costing ₹2,866.72 crore. SCR General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava shared this with Telangana MPs at Rail Nilayam last week. The depots are estimated to cost ₹1,459.66 crore and ₹1,407.06 crore respectively. The Telangana government was asked to allot 300 acres at Jukal and 250 acres at Dabilpur. Future MMTS expansion depends on government support and cost-sharing. 🚂

🌊 77 Kailash pilgrims caught in Tibet flash flood

Sadhguru reported that 77 pilgrims from his Kailash group were at the immigration center in Gyirong, Tibet, when a flash flood hit. The group was returning from the Kailash pilgrimage and reached the immigration office right before the disaster struck. The flood submerged the building and large sections of the town in Gyirong. Currently, there is no official information regarding the condition or whereabouts of those caught there. This is a developing situation, and updates are expected soon.

📚 Gurajada's style inspires new writers' work

The writing style of Gurajada Apparao's play 'Kanyasulkam' is set to guide young writers forward. This was stated by G.S. Chalam and Ratnala Balakrishna in Vizianagaram. They released 'Gurajada Annarasha' on Tuesday night, which is a book researching his literary style. The book was written by Bobbili Sridhar, who studied his idioms and phrases. Sikkolu Book Trust will keep promoting young writers highlighting social evils.

🛑 Flag attempt stopped during Ankola procession

Police successfully foiled an attempt to parade a Palestinian flag in Ankola on Wednesday. The incident occurred during the Id Milad procession in Ankola of Uttar Kannada. A team led by Police Inspector Chandrashekar Mathpati recovered the flag cloth. Authorities allowed the procession to continue after the flag was taken down. No untoward incidents were reported anywhere in the district.

🏫 SC panel member urges urgent school repairs

An A.P. State Commission for Scheduled Castes member told educators to prioritize child safety immediately. He made this request while visiting Saluru in Parvatipuram-Manyam district on Wednesday. The member consoled the family of Tupakula Arun Kumar, a Class X student who died after a wall collapsed. This followed the incident, which shocked Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The official also inspected hostels and assured proper maintenance was being funded.

🏏 Coach praises Saransh Jain's Test debut grind

Saransh Jain finally made his Test debut at age 33 in Colombo after a long domestic wait. He joined India's XI against Sri Lanka, having played 54 first-class matches taking 188 wickets. On the fourth day, Jain dismissed Lahiru Kumara for 12 and Sonal Dinusha for 103, finishing with 2/69. Coach Sairaj Bahutule praised his character despite early setbacks and his consistent line and length. Bahutule noted Jain’s unique side-spin and flat trajectory offer necessary variation to the spin attack. 🏏

🦈 Dinosaur-era sharks found in Egypt's ancient desert

Fourteen fossilized shark teeth were uncovered in the Abu-Tartur Plateau, revealing five extinct species from the Late Cretaceous period. This discovery was made in southwestern Egypt, specifically within the Duwi Formation, dating back approximately 83.6 to 72.1 million years ago. The researchers, led by Tarek Yassin of Cairo University, found these teeth in phosphate beds that once formed a warm tropical sea. The fossils expand knowledge on shark diversity in ancient North African seas and hint at varied feeding strategies. Future work is needed to confirm some identifications, but this significantly adds to Egypt's prehistoric marine record. 🦈