🐟 UP Minister weighs in on fish being veg

UP Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar defended colleague Sanjay Nishad regarding fish being vegetarian. This came amid a controversy about fish being served at a Congress event in Ayodhya during Shravan month. Nishad earlier claimed fish prepared without garlic or onion is vegetarian, and Rajbhar suggested Congress should clarify the ingredients. However, Rajbhar later questioned how fish could truly be vegetarian, admitting Nishad had more knowledge. The incident sparked political rows, with BJP criticizing Congress for allegedly insulting Sanatan Dharma. 🐟

🩺 Sore throat vs. tonsillitis: know the signs

A persistent sore throat might actually be tonsillitis, which is an inflammation of the throat tissue. Dr. MK Singh explained that symptoms like fever, swollen tonsils, and difficulty swallowing indicate this issue. Cases are often viral, but bacterial tonsillitis requires specific medical intervention. Treatment depends on the cause, with rest and fluids helping viral recovery. Always consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and appropriate care. 🩺

🚨 Punjab Police confirm viral drug video source

Punjab Police have confirmed that the viral drug video circulating online originated from Jagraon. The investigation confirmed the footage was captured in Jagraon, Punjab. The video surfaced around late 2023 and has been widely shared across social media platforms. This incident has drawn significant attention to local drug issues in the region. Authorities are currently continuing their probe into the matter. 🚨

🚨 Drug video location confirmed in Jagraon

Punjab Police verified that a viral drug video was indeed recorded in Jagraon, which boosts Harbhajan Singh's anti-drug campaign. The confirmation follows a previous controversy where Singh shared footage later traced to Rajasthan in Sri Ganganagar. The clip, originally posted on X by Ravneet Singh Bittu, showed a man allegedly using drugs near the Jagraon Bridge in Ludhiana. The man in the video was subsequently arrested by Ludhiana Police on August 12. This development adds weight to Singh's ongoing focus on Punjab's drug crisis. 😔

🚨 Armed Attack Hits Taphou Kuki Village

Taphou Kuki Village reportedly faced an attack by heavily armed Nagas, with the local authority condemning the burning of a villager's house. A social media video allegedly shows voices directing attackers to Kuki civilians in the area. Despite security presence, villagers are concerned about perceived state bias and complicity in the ongoing attacks. The Village Authority demanded an immediate investigation and a 24-hour deadline for those involved in the arson. They stressed that homes represent safety and dignity for the affected families.

🌿 Bison comeback in Mexico's desert ecosystem

American bison have returned to Coahuila, Mexico, after being hunted to extinction for about 160 years. The reintroduction effort is being led by the Fundación Pro Cuatro Ciénegas in the Chihuahuan Desert. In 2025, nearly 50 bison were introduced into the UNESCO-recognized Cuatrociénegas reserve. This key species is helping to reactivate the ecosystem's health by promoting plant regrowth and improving soil. The return completes the broken food chain, allowing native predators to thrive once again. 🌿

🏆 Galaxy Buds4 Pro bags EISA award for Hi-Fi sound

Samsung's Galaxy Buds4 Pro won the EISA In-Ear Headphones 2026–2027 Award from the Expert Imaging and Sound Association. This recognition came from expert editors across over 25 countries, praising the Buds4 Pro's audio, call quality, and usability. The award highlights its two-way speaker system and 24-bit/96kHz UHQ audio capabilities. Experts also noted the effective combination of hardware and software for the overall listening experience. This solidifies the Buds4 Pro's status as a premium wireless audio device. 🎧

📚 CTET 2026 admit card update and test details

The Central Board of Secondary Education is set to hold the CTET 2026 examination on September 6. The admit card will be released soon on the official portal, ctet.nic.in, after informing candidates about their exam city. The test structure consists of multiple-choice questions with no negative marking for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 is for teaching Classes 1 to 5, while Paper 2 is for Classes 6 to 7. Candidates planning travel should watch out for the city intimation slip, expected about 10 days prior to the exam.

🕹️ Big game drop this week and next 🎮

MGS: Master Collection Vol. 2, featuring MGS4, Peace Walker, and Ghost Babel, is out alongside Brigandine Abyss. These titles are available across multiple formats, with Brigandine Abyss offering a war sim/strategy RPG experience. Other big drops include STAR WARS Zero Company and Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy on Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is hitting the Switch 2 with extra content. The gaming landscape is getting stacked with these major releases.

💔 Uorfi Javed shares year of professional rejections

Uorfi Javed shared candidly that the past year felt like a constant stream of professional rejections for her. She revealed that Prime Video cancelled Season 2 of Follow Kar Lo Yaar just a month before its scheduled launch. Additionally, a Netflix show was dropped after only one episode was shot, and she was also rejected from Khatron Ke Khiladi. Her brand collaborations slowed down significantly, and she was replaced as a mentor on Playground. Ultimately, after meetings, she was rejected from participating in Bigg Boss. 😔

🏥 PTI alleges CTA intentionally blocked for Imran Khan

PTI has criticized the 'continued failure' of authorities regarding Imran Khan’s medical care at a state hospital. This happened at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) concerning the 73-year-old former PM. Cardiologists recommended a CTA on August 1 after fluctuating blood pressure, and a government board examined him on August 10. PTI alleges the procedure was intentionally prevented despite a Supreme Court order and facilities at Shifa International Hospital. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formed an inquiry committee on Saturday to look into the facts.