🎭 Torture scene from Kerala play goes viral

A clip from a Malayalam play named Misa, depicting Emergency-era torture, has circulated online causing controversy. This incident occurred during the DYFI's 16th state conference in Thrissur, Kerala. The clip, which shows an actor in a symbolic manner, was shared on social media by profiles linked to BJP, Congress, and Sangh Parivar around August 21, 2026. The play addresses political oppression faced by Snehalata Reddy during the 1975 Emergency. DYFI has announced the play will be performed again on Saturday, August 22, at the conference venue.

🚇 No plan to rename Kochi Metro Rail Ltd, says CM

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan stated that the government has no plans to rename Kochi Metro Rail Ltd as ‘Keralam Metro Rail Limited’. This statement was made on Friday, August 21, 2026, while attending a foundation stone ceremony in North Paravur. KMRL authorities issued the name change proposal without consulting the government. Former Union Minister K. V. Thomas and MP Hibi Eden strongly advised against the change due to Kochi's cultural legacy. The official decision remains pending, though KMRL stated the proposal was just an idea.

🧐 TMC leader questions ECI over CEC's travel secrecy

TMC leader Saket Gokhale accused the Election Commission of hiding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's official travel details. The dispute involves Gyanesh Kumar and the Election Commission, specifically concerning visits since February 19, 2025. Gokhale filed an RTI on June 18, seeking details, which the ECI responded to on July 31. The ECI cited Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act, labeling the information as personal. Gokhale questioned how public fund expenditure could be classified as private data, demanding transparency. 🧐

✈️ Ex-IAF officer coaches Bollywood stars on military style 🫡

Squadron Leader Varlin Panwar now coaches Bollywood stars on military etiquette after serving in the Indian Air Force. She previously worked at an IAF base, where she intercepted an unidentified aircraft in January 2018. Panwar served for 10 years in the IAF before retiring in 2018, and has since consulted on films like 'Fighter' and 'Sky Force'. Her role involves ensuring actors portray military bearing accurately, from salutes to uniform wear. She is currently recognized as the only female Military Etiquette Coach in Indian cinema.

✨ Bihar Govt Plans ₹1 Lakh Per Video for Creators

The Bihar government is planning a scheme to pay social media content creators up to ₹1 Lakh per video. This initiative is targeting various creators across the state of Bihar. The program is set to roll out starting from November 1, 2023. The strategy aims to boost local digital content creation and enhance the state's online presence. Further details regarding application processes are expected to be released soon. 🚀

😠 Atletico fans go wild over Julian Alvarez's Barca link

Atletico Madrid fans are expressing strong discontent regarding Julian Alvarez's potential departure from the club. The unrest is centered around the ongoing speculation linking the player to a move to Barcelona. Fans have displayed signs reading "Julian Out" around the training ground, showing his No. 19 crossed out. While Arsenal is rumored as another option, Alvarez has confirmed his preference remains with Barcelona. Barcelona is reportedly looking at other targets now because Atletico continues to refuse transfer negotiations.

✨ Straw gadget helps CP kids paint again

A 19-year-old Canadian student created a gadget from straws, sponge, and pipes to help people with cerebral palsy paint. Lianna Genovese developed this invention after meeting Elissa, a woman with CP, at McMaster University. Initial prototypes were tested on over 150 patients in Canada by 2021, with over 525 therapists involved later. The device, now called Guided Hands, guides movement to enable artistic expression using larger arm movements. It officially entered the market in 2022 and is now sold in over 25 countries. 🎨

🏏 Kuldeep Yadav's career is hitting some turbulence

Kuldeep Yadav's performance has faced scrutiny following his impactful 2023-24 series against England. He showed mastery by taking five of the first six wickets on a day-one pitch in Dharamsala. Despite this success, subsequent form has shown fluctuations in his raw numbers for turn and accuracy. This decline coincides with coaching changes and new captaincy within the Indian setup. The team needs to find ways to keep his bowling volumes consistent to maintain his rhythm.

😠 CJP team allegedly attacked while exposing bad schools in Jaipur

A team from the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) faced resistance while visiting a government school in Rampura Kanwarpura village, Jaipur, Rajasthan. CJP co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka alleged that BJP goons attacked his team during the 'School Thik Karo' campaign. This incident happened on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the village school. Ranka claimed the BJP doesn't want children to study in buffalo sheds, but objects to the campaign exposing the issue. CJP criticized Rajasthan Police for being a 'mute spectator' in the matter. 😠

🤖 ChatGPT can now read and send iMessages on Mac

OpenAI's ChatGPT has integrated the ability to read, send, and search messages via Apple's Messages app on Mac. This new feature requires users to opt-in through multiple menus in both the ChatGPT app and the operating system. The integration utilizes local processing on the Mac using tools like AppleScript and Accessibility. OpenAI assures that it requires user consent and does not create an index of all messages. Users must also adjust privacy settings, including granting Full Disk Access, to enable this functionality. 📱

🏗️ India's $1.2B bet on local construction gear

India plans to launch a $1.2 billion incentive scheme for advanced domestic construction and infrastructure equipment. This initiative targets domestic manufacturers like BEML and Larsen & Toubro in India. The scheme aims to attract $1.8 billion in fresh investment over seven years, starting from the 2026-27 Union Budget. This push is meant to reduce heavy reliance on Chinese imports for machinery like TBMs. Local value-addition targets will also be included as the Union Cabinet reviews the plan soon. 🏗️