🏛️ US politicians pledge to reject RSS funding

Nearly 90 US politicians have pledged not to accept political contributions from RSS-linked entities. This pledge was announced on Monday by Hindus for Human Rights Action and SACRED Acts across eight American states. The commitment specifically asks officials to reject violence and return funds from RSS sources. Prominent signatories include Pramila Jayapal and Ro Khanna, who returned a $6,600 donation. This move shifts the fight against RSS influence into the realm of American campaign finance. 🤝

🏎️ Ferrari honors Schumacher with special Monza livery

Ferrari unveiled a special, one-off livery for their home Grand Prix at Monza to honor Michael Schumacher. The German champion raced for Scuderia Ferrari and achieved five wins at Monza across 1996, 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006. This tribute comes as it marks 30 years since he joined and 20 years since his last victory with the team in 2006. The event also featured custom race suits for Leclerc and Hamilton bearing Schumacher's seven-star logo. These tributes celebrate his lasting impact on the racing world. 🏎️

😠 BJP leader asks CM to step in for village president

BJP leader Vanathi Srinivasan called for the Tamil Nadu CM's intervention regarding an incident in Villupuram district. The issue involves Malarvizhi, the 50-year-old village panchayat president of Kodunkal. This alleged oppression was highlighted following reports that she was prevented from her duties and hoisting the national flag. The media report also mentioned that she attempted to end her life at the Villupuram Collector office on August 31. Srinivasan used social media to point out the ongoing oppression faced by women and Scheduled Castes in power.

🎬 YRF promotes Hemant Kundnani to Head of Marketing

Yash Raj Films has officially promoted Hemant Kundnani to the role of Head of Marketing. This significant move places him in charge of marketing strategies across the organization. The promotion comes after his dedicated work within the company. Kundnani's elevation is seen as a major step in his career trajectory. Future plans involve him spearheading upcoming major film campaigns. 🎬

🏥 Mumbai Hospital Entry Denied Over Burqa?

A viral video surfaced showing an alleged incident at Cooper Hospital in Mumbai. The clip reportedly depicts a denial of entry to a patient due to her wearing a burqa. This controversial moment has sparked significant public debate across social media platforms. The video has been circulating widely since the initial footage was shared online. Authorities are expected to look into the matter to clarify the situation and take necessary action. 🏥

🚧 Ganga Expressway cave-in covered with carpet?

A viral post alleged that a carpet was used to hide a massive cave-in on the Ganga Expressway. This incident occurred in Unnao, where the ₹36,230 crores road has faced multiple issues. Reports indicated a 10-metre-deep crater opened near kilometre 421 in August, and cracks appeared on prior repairs. Critics are questioning the construction quality and repeated damage to the infrastructure. Further scrutiny is expected over the road's safety and maintenance arrangements. 🧐

🚨 NCIB fake officer arrested in Mangaluru

Sam Peter, known by multiple aliases, was arrested by the Central Crime Branch of Mangaluru City Police. He was apprehended after securing bail in September 2023 for cheating and fraud. Peter, a native of Kavannadu in Kollam, Kerala, was initially arrested on August 16, 2019, along with eight associates. He operated a gang, posing as an NCIB officer to extort money from people involved in financial disputes. He has been implicated in at least 17 cheating and fraud cases across various states. 🧐

🏛️ Ram Mandir CEO shortlist set for September 2

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is nearing the appointment of its first permanent CEO. The three-member search committee recently visited Ayodhya to finalize candidates for the post. A massive 5,585 applications were received, leading to 16 candidates being interviewed. The final shortlist will be presented to Trust President Mahant Nritya Gopal Das on Tuesday. The Trust's meeting on Wednesday, September 2, will decide the CEO and discuss other administrative changes.

🧠 AI reads eyes to spot risky obesity types

Researchers developed ROSA, a deep learning framework, to classify obesity subtypes using only a fundus image. This tool was tested on 63,693 participants from the UK Biobank and Beijing Health Management Cohort. ROSA categorized participants into three subtypes: baseline concordant, discordant inflammatory, and discordant hyperglycaemic. Over 13 years in UKB-CHV, the hyperglycaemic subtype linked to higher Type 2 diabetes risk. The study shows retinal imaging can capture obesity's health diversity, though more validation is needed. 🧐

⚖️ SC asks Centre on EVM totaliser use 🧐

The Supreme Court sought the Centre's view on using 'totalisers' as a backup option for EVMs on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This move was requested by Advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay in the court. The Election Commission of India warned that introducing this unregulated mechanism could spark new controversy amidst existing EVM scrutiny. Furthermore, the EC noted there is no current legal framework governing the use of such totalisers. Ultimately, the EC fears totalisers might fuel public misapprehensions regarding election integrity.

🏛️ SC asks Centre on EVM totalisers amid EC warnings

The Supreme Court on September 1, 2026, asked the Centre for its stance on using 'totalisers' as a fallback option for EVMs. This request came despite the Election Commission of India cautioning against introducing such mechanisms now. The EC noted there is no legal framework governing totalisers, which are designed to consolidate votes from multiple EVM units. Furthermore, the EC warned that totalisers could reduce transparency and fuel fresh allegations about EVM integrity. Political parties largely oppose the idea, while the court was hearing a petition regarding voter privacy. 🧐