😠 YSRCP slams Lokesh over school safety and amenities

YSRCP leader Talari Rangaiah accused HRD Minister Nara Lokesh of failing to provide basic safety and amenities in AP schools and welfare hostels. He alleged students lacked proper drinking water, sanitation, and quality food in these institutions. Specifically, he cited the death of SC student Teja Harshavardhan after a school wall collapsed at Setturu. Furthermore, Rangaiah mentioned 650 students at Kanekallu hostel faced severe water shortages, demanding accountability. He called for a department review, ₹1 crore compensation, and Lokesh's resignation if safety isn't guaranteed. 😠

🛡️ SEBI launches IT Resilience Index for stock markets 🛡️

SEBI has introduced a new IT Resilience Index (ITRI) to gauge the tech system health of Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs). This move aims to boost oversight and catch IT weaknesses early across exchanges and depositories. The index uses nine weighted parameters, with Availability and Security carrying 20% each, and MIIs must implement this by February 28, 2027. MIIs will compute this index semi-annually and submit analyses to their governing boards. Additionally, SEBI aligned its portal with the FSB's FIRE framework for better cyber incident reporting.

🐅 Tiger suspected of killing in Gudalur to be caught

A tiger suspected of killing two people in Gudalur has been the subject of immediate action by forest officials. Tamil Nadu Forest Minister R.V. Ranjithkumar announced this on Monday, detailing the efforts being made in the Nilgiris district. Three forest teams, three veterinarians with tranquilizers, and a specialist from Madurai were deployed for the capture. The minister assured that no further tiger attacks would occur, stating the animal would be moved to Vandalur or a reserve. The families of the victims were provided with ₹10 lakh compensation each.

🪙 Govt floats Hindustan Copper OJS for 6% stake

The government has initiated an Offer For Sale (OFS) for Hindustan Copper. This stake sale is taking place for up to 6% of the company's shares. The offering price has been set at Rs 514 per share. This move is part of the government's strategy to divest from its holdings in the copper industry. Further details regarding the bidding process will be announced soon.

🧐 Trump and Melania's tense moment at Grand Prix

A brief video clip from the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, DC, showed a tense exchange between President Trump and First Lady Melania. During Sunday's race, Trump leaned toward Melania, and she subsequently stood up and moved away from him. The audio was unclear, leading social media users to speculate widely about the conversation. This speculation also brought Trump's executive assistant, Natalie Harp, into the online discussion. However, there is no confirmed evidence of an argument between the couple. 🧐

🏔️ Himachal's glacial lakes grew fivefold in 3 decades 🏔️

Glacial lakes in Himachal Pradesh have surged fivefold since 1990 due to rapid glacial melt and rising temperatures. This increase saw lakes grow from 107 in 1990 to 669 in 2024, doubling in surface area. The study warns this poses severe Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) risks to infrastructure. Major power projects like Pandoh Dam and Koldam are highlighted as being at risk in worst-case scenarios. Authorities must integrate GLOF hazards into dam-safety protocols immediately.

🤝 US nutrition startup merges with India's Healthify

US nutrition startup Berry Street has merged with India's Healthify to capitalize on the rising trend of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. The merger brings together the two companies, with Berry Street operating in the US and Healthify in markets like India. A JP Morgan report suggests over 30 million people in the US will use GLP-1 by 2030. Healthify, which has raised over $150 million, offers AI and human fitness coaching alongside Berry Street’s 2,000+ clinic network. The combined entity aims to redefine metabolic care by pairing AI with expert clinical coverage.

🏘️ New Karnataka apartment law boosts resident power

The Karnataka Apartment Ownership and Management Act (KAOMA) 2026 has been welcomed by the Bangalore Apartments’ Federation (BAF). This new law significantly enhances resident association powers and promoter accountability in Bangalore. It mandates promoters facilitate association formation within three months after majority allotment. The act ensures promoter obligations continue post-handover and limits promoter control over common areas. Future focus will be on the effective implementation of this strong governance framework. 🏘️

🔬 Graphene's heat signatures seen via magnetic fields

Scientists have successfully revealed the thermal signatures of hydrodynamic electron flow within graphene. This breakthrough research was conducted by a team at Nanowerk. The study documented these signatures across various electron flow patterns and energy levels. This finding offers deeper insights into how electrons behave in advanced 2D materials. Future work aims to leverage this understanding for next-gen electronic devices. 🔬

😠 Mullappally slams railway division shift

Congress leader Mullappally Ramachandran criticized the Union government's move to shift Mangaluru from the Palakkad division. This decision placed coastal Karnataka areas, including Mangaluru, under the Mysuru railway division. The move, announced on Monday, August 24, 2026, is expected to cause a ₹600 crore freight revenue loss. He alleged the shift was politically motivated, targeting Keralam's demand for a separate railway zone. Ramachandran urged Kerala to unite and protest against this perceived discrimination.

💰 Hindustan Copper selling stake via OFS

The government plans to sell a 3% stake in Hindustan Copper through an Offer for Sale (OFS), with a possible extra 3% under the green-shoe option. The floor price for this OFS has been officially set at Rs 514 per share. Retail investors will get 10% of the offer, and 25,000 shares are reserved for eligible employees. This move supports the government's ongoing disinvestment program to boost receipts from public sector companies. The sale comes as the company reported a near 21% sequential drop in net profit during Q1FY27.