🛂 Trump admin pauses all immigrant visa applications

The Trump administration has globally paused all immigrant visa processing for specialized officer training. This move affects applicants at US embassies and consulates worldwide. The pause began this month, with no set date given for resuming normal schedules. The goal is to better check if applicants could become a 'public charge' relying on US benefits. This action follows intensified immigration crackdowns since his second term started in 2025. 🧐

⚖️ Supreme Court Judge questions Rajasthan HC Acting CJ's integrity

Supreme Court Judge Sandeep Mehta wrote letters to CJI Surya Kant questioning the integrity of Rajasthan HC Acting CJ Sanjeev Prakash Sharma. Mehta raised concerns citing complaints from judges regarding Sharma's conduct and alleged favouritism. These letters were dated August 2, August 10, and August 17, 2026, detailing issues. The judge questioned why Sharma has held the post for an unusually long ten months despite past issues. Mehta urged the CJI to appoint a Chief Justice from another High Court. ⚖️

🏛️ Lucknow's JPNIC goes private for 30 years

The UP Cabinet approved leasing the Jayaprakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) to private firms for three decades. This decision was made by the state Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. M/s Vrindavan Bottlers and Rockwood Hotels were selected after the Lucknow Development Authority chose the highest bidder on Tuesday. The complex, which includes a convention centre and sports facilities, also has a potential 25-year lease extension option. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav strongly criticized this privatization move by the BJP government. 🏛️

📊 HEG demerger splits business into two listed companies

HEG has set September 7 as the record date for its demerger into two separate companies. The graphite electrodes business will become HEG Graphite, while the existing company will be renamed HEG Advanced Materials. The demerger ratio is fixed at 1:1, meaning shareholders get one new share for every existing one. Bhilwara Energy will also be amalgamated into HEG under specific share issuance terms. This restructuring comes as leadership changes take effect from September 1.

🔥 Tragedy strikes: 15 newborns die in Islamabad hospital fire

A fire tragically broke out in the gynaecology ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad on Wednesday. The nursery housed 16 newborns when the blaze started, and only one baby was managed to be rescued from the ward. Rescue officials stated that the fire reportedly began after an air-conditioner compressor exploded inside the nursery around 7 am. This devastating incident has brought major concerns regarding safety standards in the hospital's maternity facilities. Authorities and rescue teams are currently assessing the situation and looking into the compressor failure.

📢 DD News promotes E20 with farmer leaders

DD News promoted the E20 initiative by utilizing seven prominent farmer leaders. These individuals were featured in the promotion across various platforms. The promotion campaign ran for a period covering September 2023. The report highlighted that the ties between these leaders and the government were not disclosed to the public. This move has drawn scrutiny regarding transparency in media messaging.

🔭 NASA's $4B Roman Telescope Hunts Universe Secrets

NASA is preparing to launch the $4 billion Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to explore dark energy and exoplanets. The observatory will launch from Kennedy Space Center in Florida aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. This launch is scheduled for Sunday, coming in nine months ahead of its original schedule. Its wide-field surveys will analyze over two billion galaxies to study cosmic evolution and dark matter. The five-year mission aims to test gravity and find thousands of new exoplanets.

😟 Instagram Chief: Few Teens Used Safety Feature

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri testified during the major Meta trial concerning its impact on young users. The testimony took place in the United States against Meta, parent company of Instagram and Facebook. The lawsuit involves 29 US states seeking around $200bn in damages, with hearings ongoing since Tuesday. Mosseri stated that most teens didn't want the 'Take a Break' feature, which explains its low adoption rate before it became default in 2024. The trial will last six weeks, after which Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers will decide Meta's liability. 😟

🕌 Owaisi slams court over hijab ruling

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi strongly criticized the Allahabad High Court's decision regarding a Muslim girl's petition. The ruling, issued on August 21, stated that students cannot change the school dress code based on personal preferences. The court dismissed the plea from a minor girl in Prayagraj seeking permission to wear a headscarf in Class XI. Owaisi argued this was an attack on Islam, asserting that judges shouldn't decide religious essentials. He claimed this ruling will negatively impact Muslim girls' education in UP. 🕌

📱 iPhone 17 Pro Max Price Drop Alert

The iPhone 17 Pro Max has seen a significant price reduction, making it more accessible for buyers. This offer is available at various retailers across India. Discounts of up to Rs 39,000 are being provided through exchange bonuses and bank offers. This price drop brings the device down to Rs 1,05,900 for consumers. Shoppers can take advantage of these deals starting immediately to grab the new model. 📱

⚡ Adani wins big power transmission deal in Maharashtra

Adani Energy Solutions secured a massive $493 million transmission project. This major contract was awarded to the company in Maharashtra. The deal details were finalized on a recent date, solidifying their role in regional infrastructure. This win highlights Adani's growing footprint in India's energy sector. The company will now proceed with the execution phase of the project. ⚡