🎶 Young musicians perform for VP and Governor

Prize-winning flautist Chiranthan Venkataraman and vainika S. Ajitesh performed at Lok Bhavan last week. They played before Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. The musicians won second prize in The Hindu Margazhi Music Competition in their respective categories. The gurus invited them to encourage young instrumentalists during the event. They were surprised to learn the performance was for dignitaries, playing songs like Mooladhara Moorthe. 🎶

⛽ LPG e-KYC deadline approaching, consumers rush to agencies

As the August 31 deadline for e-KYC approaches, many consumers are queuing at gas agencies to complete their required biometrics. Some users faced issues linking their Aadhaar with the 14-digit LPG IDs, which is the initial step of the process. A super senior citizen noted problems with agency support and incorrect LPG IDs on receipts. Other consumers struggled because their Aadhaar remained linked to their previous agency after moving locations. Distributors are currently helping families with deceased connections and noted app downtime this week. 😥

🔬 Polio Emergency Committee meets

The forty-fifth meeting of the Polio IHR Emergency Committee was held on August 25, 2026. This meeting took place as part of the ongoing global effort against polio. Key discussions covered the latest surveillance data and vaccination progress across affected zones. The committee reviewed the strategic roadmap to achieve polio eradication targets. Next steps involve enhanced monitoring and targeted intervention campaigns. 🔬

🤝 White House pushes Saudi nuclear deal on Congress

The White House has formally presented a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia to the US Congress. This proposal involves key discussions taking place in Washington D.C. The deal reportedly involves significant energy and defense cooperation. However, the administration is insisting that Riyadh formally recognize the State of Israel as a condition of the agreement. The next steps will involve intense debate and legislative review in the US political arena. 🤝

📈 Suriya starrer jumps big vs DC's steady growth

'Vishwanath and Sons' saw a 36.6% jump in Day 12 net earnings, reaching Rs 2.80 crore in India. This film, featuring Suriya, had 2,854 shows on Tuesday, boosting its total India net to Rs 105.50 crore. Meanwhile, 'DC' recorded a 48.4% increase on Day 19, netting Rs 92 lakhs in India. 'DC' now stands at a worldwide gross of Rs 100.64 crore after its strong run. Both films continue their theatrical runs with varying performance trajectories. 🎬

🗳️ Bengal voter list mostly cleared after tribunals act

The electoral roll in Bengal has seen a massive 91% restoration following the disposal of a few appeals by the SIR tribunals. This process involved reviewing and clearing a small number of contested names across the state. These decisions were finalized around the recent judicial proceedings. The tribunals' actions aim to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the voter database. Moving forward, the focus will be on finalizing the remaining minor discrepancies in the rolls. 🗳️

🏏 Babar Azam set to play in Lord's Test

Babar Azam was seen batting in the nets at Lord's on Tuesday. Pakistan's bowling coach Umar Gul confirmed the skipper is on track to return for the second Test against England. The match is scheduled to kick off this Thursday. Gul noted that Babar looked good and had a full batting session in practice. Previously, Babar scored 193 runs in the series against the West Indies.

💣 Ukraine targets Russia, Russia hits petrol pumps ⛽

Russia has targeted over 200 Ukrainian petrol stations since April, while Ukraine has also attacked Russian oil refineries. In Ukraine's northeast, two stations were hit by Russian drones on Monday, wounding two people. Overall, Russia has struck at least 246 filling stations across Ukraine so far, with verified strikes rising sharply in July. Local authorities are urging drivers to quickly fill up and leave due to the constant threat of attacks.

🤝 Priest helped Hindu family in Kerala

A Christian priest provided support and raised a daughter of a Hindu family in Kerala. The priest took her in and became a part of her family life. This arrangement was made to help the family through difficult circumstances. The story highlights interfaith harmony and community support in the region. Moving forward, the priest continues to offer guidance and assistance to the family. 🙏

🔭 Galaxies look like cosmic gems in new NASA gallery 🔭

A new gallery from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory showcases diverse galactic images, presenting galaxies as cosmic gems. This collection features spirals, ellipticals, and irregulars, providing insights into the Milky Way's past. The gallery contains 16 images, combining Chandra's X-ray data with data from telescopes like James Webb and Hubble. X-rays reveal superheated gas and black hole outflows, crucial for understanding galaxy evolution. These visuals help scientists study how galaxies interact and change over time.

⚽ UCL 26/27 draw details and new format explained

The league phase draw for the 2026/27 Champions League is set for Thursday in Monaco at 5pm UK time. Thirty-six teams will compete, with 32 confirmed across four pots based on UEFA rankings. Teams will play eight fixtures, split evenly between home and away matches. The top eight teams automatically qualify for the Round of 16, while others compete in play-offs. The tournament schedule starts with Matchday 1 from September 8-10, leading to a final in Madrid on June 5, 2027.