🎬 Vishal backs Stalin, demands action on YouTubers

Actor Vishal has publicly defended his long friendship with Udhayanidhi Stalin despite past political disagreements. At the Magudam event in Chennai, Vishal reaffirmed his affection for Udhayanidhi and his wife, Kiruthiga. While Udhayanidhi was arrested on August 4 over remarks about Trisha Krishnan, Vishal urged CM Vijay to punish malicious YouTubers. Vishal noted that many on YouTube speak ill of senior female artists in an ugly manner. This controversy stemmed from Udhayanidhi's comments during a Thanjavur rally regarding the Cauvery dispute.

⚖️ Rape trials still question survivor's past, experts say

Experts note that survivor's sexual history continues to be questioned in rape trials despite legal restrictions. The Bombay High Court observed invasive cross-examination about past history in a 2013 case reversal. Despite Section 50 of BSA barring questions, defense lawyers often allude to past experiences. This practice casts a shadow, influencing credibility and even sentencing decisions. Institutional reforms and judge training are essential to stop revictimization.

⚖️ Indian-born US citizen loses citizenship over fake ID

An Indian-born US citizen is facing the revocation of their citizenship. This individual was found to have used a false identity in their documentation. The issue surfaced around the time of the alleged deception. This situation involves serious questions about identity verification processes. Further proceedings will determine the final status of the citizenship. ⚖️

🧐 Vigilance probe on temple board appointments

The Kerala government has ordered a Vigilance inquiry into alleged illegal permanent appointments within the Malabar Devaswom Board over the last decade. This action was triggered by a complaint from Youth Congress Kannur district president Vijil Mohanan directed at Devaswom Minister K. Muraleedharan. The inquiry will examine recruitment procedures, including appointments made without public advertisements in Grade 1 and Grade 2 temples. Mohanan claimed these appointments violated existing High Court judgments and a 2010 circular, bypassing merit norms. Authorities are now expected to check if these irregularities were subsequently regularized through administrative influence. 🧐

🚨 Mysuru Police Warn Against Unlawful Protest Actions

Mysuru City Police have issued a stern warning ahead of the planned Karnataka bandh on Thursday. Authorities stated that no permission has been granted for any protests within the city limits on that day. Supporters are directed not to force establishments to close or obstruct public movement on August 12, 2026. Furthermore, the police warned against burning tyres or causing any criminal damage to property. Strict legal action will be taken against anyone violating these rules or disturbing law and order. 🚨

📣 CJP Jantar Mantar Protest Season 2 Incoming

Dipke has announced that the second season of the CJP Jantar Mantar Protest is scheduled to begin soon. This protest is expected to take place at the Jantar Mantar location. Specific dates and numbers regarding the protest have not yet been officially released. The protest aims to address ongoing community concerns and issues. Further updates regarding the mobilization and schedule will be shared in the coming weeks.

⚖️ Survivor recalls trauma of 13-year rape case

The survivor of the Tarun Tejpal case recounted the enormous toll of the 13-year ordeal in a recent substack post. She shared that the case involved Tejpal, the former editor of Tehelka magazine, who was convicted by the Bombay High Court. The assault happened in 2013, and the trial process subjected her to intense scrutiny and questioning. The court ruled the previous acquittal as "perverse," finally lifting a heavy weight from her heart. Tejpal is now expected to approach the Supreme Court against this judgment. 😥

🛡️ Chrome 151 drops major security patches 🛡️

Google released Chrome 151 to the Stable channel to fix five high-severity use-after-free flaws. This update impacts V8, Blink, Extensions, HTML processing, and TabStrip across Windows, macOS, and Linux. The vulnerabilities, identified between July 14 and July 30, 2026, could lead to code execution. Users are advised to update immediately to protect against potential exploits. Google keeps technical details restricted until most users apply the fix.

🩺 Vidya Malavade on 'oestrogen belly' at 53

Vidya Malavade shared insights regarding the 'oestrogen belly' condition. She addressed this issue in relation to women around the age of 53. The discussion focused on the hormonal changes occurring during this life stage. This belly issue is often linked to fluctuating estrogen levels in middle age. Women should stay informed about these changes to maintain their health moving forward.

⚖️ Sridhar Babu blasts KTR over HILT policy claims

IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu accused KTR of making false statements regarding the HILTP and land allocation in Hyderabad on Wednesday. He stated the current government allocates land at ₹1.50 crore per acre, up from ₹90 lakh per acre under BRS. Sridhar Babu questioned KTR's ₹200 crore figure, emphasizing allocations followed strict rules. He alleged BRS was causing apprehension among industrialists, while assuring the HILT policy benefits Hyderabad. The Minister also confirmed Telangana will push its water rights in the upcoming GRMB meeting. ⚖️

😟 Non-smokers in India facing rising lung cancer risks

An increasing number of non-smokers across India are showing signs of developing lung cancer. This trend has been observed in various regions of the country. Data indicates a noticeable rise in cases during the last five years, according to recent health surveys. Experts suggest that environmental pollutants and lifestyle factors are major contributors to this alarming increase. Health officials are now pushing for stricter pollution controls and public awareness campaigns.