🦟 Telangana Health Dept warns about dengue amidst heavy rain

The Telangana Health department has issued a general advisory due to a week-long rainfall forecast across the state. The advisory was released on Sunday, warning citizens about a possible surge in seasonal illnesses. IMD Hyderabad predicted light to moderate rain over the next seven days, with heavy alerts for several districts in the next three days. Residents are urged to use repellents and maintain drains to fight mosquito-borne diseases like dengue. The government has also stocked essential medicines and made arrangements at public health facilities for emergencies. 🦟

🚨 Four cops suspended after Dalit woman's murder

Four police personnel have been suspended following the horrific rape and murder of a Dalit woman. The action was taken by Superintendent of Police Arunangshu Giri in Raichur district. This decision was made because the officers were found guilty of dereliction of duty. They must now undergo a departmental enquiry while adhering to service rules. Meanwhile, the police have arrested all four accused and sent them to judicial custody.

⛈️ Heavy rain alert for five Telangana districts

The India Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rainfall for five specific districts in Telangana on Monday, August 24. These districts include Kumram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Karimnagar, Peddapalli, and Jayashankar Bhupalpally. Isolated heavy rain is expected, alongside thunderstorms and gusty winds in numerous other areas. Hyderabad will experience cloudy skies with light to moderate rain over the next 24 hours. Temperatures in Hyderabad are forecast to range between 22 and 30 degrees Celsius. ⛈️

🏍️ Bajaj 250cc adventure bike spotted testing again

The upcoming Bajaj 250cc adventure motorcycle has been spotted undergoing tests in India once more. The prototype was seen featuring a TFT instrument console and multifunction switchgear setup. It is equipped with Michelin MT60 dual-purpose tyres and has a tall stance with long-travel suspension. The bike is expected to run on a 249cc air/oil-cooled engine, possibly upgraded with a four-valve cylinder head. Global debut is planned for Latin America, with an India launch anticipated in early 2027. 🏍️

🚨 Police SI and Constable Busted Taking ₹75k Bribe

A Sub-Inspector and a Police Constable were caught accepting a ₹75,000 bribe by ACB officials on Saturday. The accused, Bandela Balraj and Botta Raghavendra Kumar, were from the Chandanagar police station in Ranga Reddy Range. The total money involved includes an earlier ₹20,000 and ₹10,000, plus the ₹75,000 seized on Saturday. This bribe was demanded for official favour in a criminal case investigation at Chandanagar. Both officials have been arrested and will face judicial remand in Hyderabad.

🎖️ Artemis II crew to get top space medal from Trump

The four Artemis II astronauts will receive the Congressional Space Medal of Honor. This honor goes to Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. They will receive the award on 28 August, following their historic 10-day mission starting 1 April. The crew surpassed the Apollo 13 distance record, reaching 252,756 miles from Earth. This recognition comes as the Trump administration proposes significant cuts to NASA's budget for the 2027 fiscal year. 🚀

😥 UK Techie Loses Job, Father's Reaction Goes Viral

A tech professional who was laid off from JPMorgan in the UK shared his difficult situation with his family. The individual hails from India and communicated this news back home to his parents. The layoff occurred recently, marking a tough moment in his career journey. This personal sharing has resonated deeply with many people who follow his story online. The public reaction to his father's supportive response has been overwhelmingly positive.

🦠 DR Congo's Ebola fight faces funding crisis 🦠

The UN-coordinated Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a critical funding cliff within weeks. This outbreak, which began on May 15, has seen 2,516 deaths out of 5,290 confirmed infections across 56 health zones. The initial $80mn invested for five response packages is nearly depleted, while a new national plan is budgeted at around $940mn. Health Minister Roger Kamba is pushing for unified financial oversight due to operational chaos. This epidemic is spreading exponentially amidst existing conflict and poor infrastructure.

🤖 Jensen Huang-signed RTX Pro 6000 hits record price

An Nvidia RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell Workstation edition GPU sold for an auction price of $57,450. This highly sought-after card featured Jensen Huang's signature and was originally a raffle prize at Nvidia's Physical AI meetup during GTC 2026 in March. The GPU's current retail price is $16,000, which is over three and a half times lower than the auction sale. This extreme value reflects Nvidia's strong market positioning fueled by high AI and memory demands. The sale also highlights Huang's significant role and reputation within the evolving AI landscape. 🤖

📈 NSE IPO SEBI nod pending SBI-SBICAPS split

SEBI's observations on the proposed NSE IPO are currently on hold pending a share allocation process between SBI and SBICAPS. The selling shareholder structure changed, with SBICAPS joining SBI to split the previously proposed shares. Under the revised structure, SBI will sell up to 15.97 million shares, and SBICAPS will sell up to 8.78 million shares. This transfer needs to be finalized and reflected in the NSE's draft red herring prospectus before SEBI can move forward. The IPO is an offer for sale only, and the overall offer size remains the same.

🏎️ Verstappen crash causes red flag at Dutch GP

The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort was red-flagged early on the second lap after a massive crash involving Max Verstappen. The incident occurred while Verstappen was navigating the final corner in his RB22 car. The race was suspended due to significant debris and the dangerous state of the vehicle. Verstappen confirmed to his team immediately that he sustained no injuries from the impact. This race marks the final Dutch GP for now as Zandvoort exits the F1 grid. 🏁