💪 Women lead rural work under new employment scheme

Over 11.4 crore person-days have been generated since the rollout of VB G RAM G Act, which replaced MGNREGA. Women have accounted for 61.5% of these total person-days in the new scheme. While women's participation was over 50% under old MGNREGA, the current figure shows a strong trend for rural livelihoods. The national average wage increased from Rs 298.8 to Rs 327.4 per day under the new Act. However, a parliamentary committee recommended a review and a minimum wage floor of Rs 400 per day.

👧 School girls win battle against merger in Ujjain

Girls at Maharani Lakshmibai Government Girls Senior Secondary School celebrated an assurance from the Madhya Pradesh government that their school would not be merged. This school is located in Sarafa, Ujjain, and was established way back in 1959. The merger exercise, part of a March 30 order, was affecting 2,978 students across 11 schools. The students staged a protest on August 14, demanding the government listen to their concerns. This movement reflects a broader trend of Gen Alpha questioning education system flaws nationwide. 👧

🎮 GTA VI leaks surface amid hacker protest

Alleged gameplay clips and maps for Grand Theft Auto VI have surfaced online, reportedly due to a hack. The breach involves the highly anticipated game from Rockstar Games, which is guarded closely. Cyberleek, the hacker, released footage on Thursday, citing industry practices as a protest against digital releases. GTA VI is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on November 19. Community reactions are divided, while anti-piracy groups advise against funding the hacker's activities. 🎮

📱 Govt caps SIM cards you can hold

The government is implementing new regulations to limit the total number of SIM cards an individual can possess. These updated rules will be effective starting August 24th across the country. Currently, the policy aims to curb misuse of mobile services and manage network load effectively. This move is part of a broader digital governance initiative being pushed by telecom regulators. Citizens are advised to review their current SIM usage to comply with the new mandates.

🚨 Mahua Moitra faces arrest warrant in hate speech case

An arrest warrant has been issued against Mahua Moitra in connection with a hate speech case. This legal action pertains to her activities while serving in the Parliament of India. The warrant was issued on [Insert Date if available] following complaints lodged against her. The case centers around allegations of inflammatory remarks made during public addresses. Authorities are expected to proceed with further legal steps in the coming weeks. 🚨

💖 ENA's 'Dream To You' wraps up with sweet BTS pics

The romantic comedy drama 'Dream to You' has concluded its run for fans. It featured genius director Woo Soo Bin, played by Hwang In Youp, and reporter Ju Yi Jae, played by Hyeri, in Korea. The series finale aired on August 18, achieving a slight increase in viewership ratings. The drama centered on Woo Soo Bin's return after achieving his dreams and Hyeri's forgotten aspirations. New behind-the-scenes photos showcasing the stars' chemistry have now been released.

🤖 OpenAI catching up to Anthropic with business users

New data from Ramp indicates that OpenAI is starting to gain ground on Anthropic among U.S. businesses. While Anthropic held a lead in May with 41% market share against OpenAI's 39%, as of July, Anthropic holds nearly 44% to OpenAI's nearly 40%. The data covers over 70,000 American businesses using Ramp's corporate card products. Ramp economist Ara Kharazian notes that OpenAI is growing faster in Q3 compared to Anthropic in this segment. This fluctuating market shows that enterprise AI spending is volatile as new models are released.

♒ Aquarius Horoscope for Aug 21, 2026: Watch out for office drama 😬

Today, Aquarius natives might face pressure from their own personality, so they should avoid impulsive actions. Work and public dealings will dominate the day, showing signs of improvement with better structure as time passes. Financially, sensible handling is key, requiring careful review of all commitments and terms. In relationships, warmth might exist, but deep emotional clarity needs intentional conversation time. Overall, staying composed and organized will help navigate the day's professional and personal demands.

🌌 New black hole star spotted in space mystery

Astronomers have discovered a novel type of 'black hole star' while investigating a cosmic mystery. This finding was made by researchers associated with Gulf Coast News and Weather. The discovery pertains to objects observed across the universe, with specific data gathered recently. This new stellar classification adds to our understanding of extreme celestial phenomena. Scientists plan further observations to better characterize this unique stellar body.

🇮🇳 US envoy's J&K remarks spark mixed reactions

US Ambassador Sergio Gor's statement that 'J&K is an important part of India' drew varied responses from political parties in the UT on August 21, 2026. Former CM Mehbooba Mufti criticized the visit's curation, while Altaf Bukhari called the remarks 'highly significant.' BJP spokesperson Altaf Thakur hailed it as a 'major diplomatic achievement for India' reflecting Modi's foreign policy. CPI(M) legislator M.Y. Tarigami downplayed the significance amid global geopolitical concerns. The varied reactions highlight the ongoing political discourse surrounding the region. 🇮🇳

🇮🇳 India cleans up outside Pakistan high commission

Indian authorities removed queue liners and encroachment from a side lane outside the Pakistan high commission in Delhi on Wednesday. This action followed the earlier removal of parking poles and security barricades outside the Indian high commission in Islamabad. The response was described as proportionate to Pakistan's prior actions at the Indian mission. India had hoped the issue would conclude here, though the government stated it would respond if Pakistan escalated further. Ties between the two nations remain frozen since the Pahalgam terror attack last year. 🇮🇳