🗳️ TPCC chief slams ECI over voter deletion in Telangana

TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud accused the BJP-led Union Government of undermining constitutional bodies. He alleged the Election Commission of India was partisan during the voter verification exercise in Telangana. Specifically, Goud stated that over 73 lakh votes had been deleted, with 32.37 lakh marked as 'unmapped' and 60.50 lakh in 'anomalies'. He demanded the ECI explain the deletion of 22% of votes and the status of these scrutinized voters. Goud also called for more time for the Special Intensive Revision process in the state. 🗳️

🗳️ Trump points to India for US election fixes

Donald Trump suggested that India holds the answer to America’s complex election system by citing comments from India’s Chief Election Commissioner. The suggestion came after Trump referenced India's massive 646 million voter turnout in the last general election. This comes as the SAVE Act, requiring photo ID, stalls in the US Senate despite passing the House. Democrats argue the law is voter suppression, while Republicans advocate for strict citizenship verification. Ultimately, this highlights a debate over who should run American elections.

💰 Gaja Capital bags big funding before IPO

Gaja Capital successfully raised Rs 165 crore through an anchor book. This funding round took place ahead of its much larger IPO. The company is gearing up for a total IPO valuation of Rs 550 crore. This strategic fundraising helps strengthen their financial position before the market debut. The IPO process is expected to move forward according to the timeline set by the board.

💥 Israeli strikes hit Syrian airbase, Turkey reacts

Israeli airstrikes targeted a military airbase located in Syria. The operation reportedly involved Israeli forces striking the base within Syrian territory. The specific dates or casualty numbers from the attack were not detailed in the report. Turkey subsequently issued strong condemnation regarding the airstrikes conducted by Israel. Further international reactions to this military action are expected in the coming days.

🏥 UP takes major action against 866 Ayushman hospitals

The Uttar Pradesh government has taken strict action against 866 hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat scheme due to negligence and fraud. This action includes de-empanelment of 648 hospitals and suspension of 61 others across the state. Over the last two financial years, penalties exceeding Rs 8.53 crore were imposed on 140 hospitals, recovering over Rs 4.37 crore. SACHIS is monitoring this process, noting 318 hospitals faced action in 2026 alone. Future action will be taken if hospitals fail to comply with prescribed standards. 🩺

💻 Village school gets first computer thanks to grassroots effort

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke's 'School Thik Karo' campaign has resulted in his village school receiving its very first computer. This progress is happening in his native village in Hingoli, Maharashtra. The initiative began after Dipke flagged severe infrastructure issues at a Zilla Parishad-run school earlier this year. Dipke stated that people must step up when the government fails to provide necessary support. He continues to challenge officials to show real trust in public education systems. 🧑‍💻

🚜 Punjab's hidden workforce: ignored by politics

Migrant labourers, who fuel Punjab's economy, have grown from 4,000 in 1971 to an estimated 3.3 million today. These workers, mostly from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, form 12 to 15 per cent of the state's population. Despite their crucial role, political parties largely sideline them during state elections. Reasons include their lack of Punjabi identity and unorganized nature within the workforce. The challenge for 2027 is if politics can accept their permanence without increasing mutual suspicion. 😟

🎮 Destiny 2 player count matches ARC Raiders

Destiny 2's player count has surprisingly matched ARC Raiders, both reaching around 30,000 concurrent players nightly. This comparison is notable since ARC Raiders hit 481,000 concurrents near its October 2025 launch. Despite no new content, Destiny 2 maintains high figures, showing player resilience even after its run ended. ARC Raiders' next big content drop is scheduled for October, with no updates reversing its player loss. Players are currently engaging in 'Project Sunrise,' digging through files for vaulted content.

🌱 Potato's role in future space farming

Brazilian scientists are researching how to grow crops in outer space for future astronauts. This research is being conducted at the Instituto Agronômico de Campinas, near São Paulo, in southeast Brazil. The network launched in 2022, focusing on crops for habitats like the Moon and Mars. They are studying heat and light stress to develop sustainable food sources for long space journeys. The team plans to grow sweet potatoes and chickpeas using coconut fiber instead of traditional soil. 🥔

🤰 TN extends maternity leave to 365 days for third child

The Tamil Nadu government announced an extension of maternity leave from 12 weeks to 365 days for certain women employees. This change was made by the state government, led by CM C Joseph Vijay, during the Monsoon Session in Chennai. Previously, women with two or more children got only 12 weeks of leave, while others received 365 days. This move aligns with the government's focus on social welfare and women's empowerment. A detailed government order regarding this enhancement is expected to be issued soon. 👶

🚨 10 detained ahead of Hubballi protest over exam issues

Police detained 10 members of the All Karnataka State Students Association (AKSSA) before a planned peaceful protest in Hubballi. The arrests included president Kantakumar and occurred on Tuesday as activists aimed to demand a re-examination of the Civil Police Constable recruitment test. Security arrangements were massive, with Police Commissioner N. Shashikumar deploying over 400 personnel for the event. Police denied permission for the demonstration citing past untoward incidents, leading to the preemptive detentions. Leaders of AKSSA criticized this action, calling it the suppression of their peaceful protest.