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Delhi Court Grants Police One-Day Custody of Influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj

Social media influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj has been arrested by Delhi Police following an alleged assault incident. He was apprehended in Uttar Pradesh and brought to Delhi in connection with the case. Bhardwaj is accused of assaulting the father of a minor activist, leading to a fresh FIR being registered against him under the POCSO Act. A Delhi court subsequently remanded him to one day of police custody. Security was heightened outside the police station as protests broke out in the area.

Texas Teen Builds 750 Birdhouses to Fight Habitat Loss and Inspire Conservation

Texas teenager Aamir Tinwala launched a bird conservation initiative after adopting a pet cockatiel, which sparked his interest in protecting local wildlife. His project centers on building birdhouses to address habitat loss faced by birds in the region. Tinwala has personally constructed more than 750 shelters, while also motivating community members to participate in habitat stewardship. The initiative has helped raise awareness about local biodiversity and demonstrates how individual action can drive meaningful environmental change.

Heavy Rain Triggers Waterlogging and Flight Delays in Delhi

Delhi experienced heavy rainfall that led to widespread waterlogging across the city. Authorities issued a red alert warning residents and travelers of continued severe rain conditions. Flight operations at Delhi's airport were disrupted, with delays expected for incoming and outgoing services. Airlines and airport authorities issued travel advisories urging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

New Vande Bharat for Bengaluru: Trial run begins on Yesvantpur-Mangaluru Central route

Gateway Arch to go dark in September to shield migrating birds

The iconic Gateway Arch in St. Louis will switch off its lights throughout September to protect migratory birds. The landmark sits along the Mississippi Flyway, a critical corridor used by numerous bird species traveling south. Artificial lighting is known to disorient and endanger birds during migration season. Authorities are also encouraging the public to take supporting steps, such as keeping cats indoors and reducing outdoor lighting. Regularly cleaning bird feeders has also been recommended to help prevent the spread of disease among bird populations.

Nigerian Engineer Builds 15 Homes Using Sand-Filled Plastic Bottles

Nigerian engineer Yahaya Ahmed has constructed approximately 15 houses using discarded plastic bottles filled with sand as the primary building material. The innovative technique addresses two pressing challenges simultaneously: reducing plastic waste and providing affordable housing. Homes built using this method offer superior insulation compared to conventional construction materials. The approach also significantly lowers overall building costs, making durable housing more accessible.

ITAT Rejects Man's Plea Over Rs 41.69 Lakh Cash Deposit With No ITR Filed

A man identified as Reddy faced tax proceedings over Rs 41.69 lakh in unexplained cash deposits for which no income tax return had been filed. Reddy claimed he only became aware of the tax notice when he applied for a foreign travel visa, after the embassy informed him an ITR was required. He argued that his wife had covered his expenses, offering this as an explanation for the deposits. The Income Tax Officer rejected his explanation, and the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal subsequently dismissed his plea.

Elon Musk Clashes With Chess.com Again Over Whether Chess Can Be Solved

Elon Musk engaged in a public back-and-forth with Chess.com after claiming that chess will eventually be fully solved. The platform pushed back, arguing that the number of possible chess positions exceeds the count of atoms in the observable universe. Musk disputed the comparison, calling it idiotic, and dismissed the account's administrator as an intern. The admin responded by correcting him. This is not the first such clash — Chess.com previously questioned Musk's chess-playing ability in 2022.

Ex-Pakistan captain Rashid Latif accuses PCB of remote-control team management

Former Pakistan cricket captain Rashid Latif has launched a sharp criticism against the Pakistan Cricket Board over its handling of the national team. Latif accused the PCB of managing the team through remote control, raising doubts about the board's decision-making process. Mid-series changes to players and coaching staff have drawn widespread backlash from cricket circles. The controversy comes at a difficult time as Pakistan's Test team struggles in the World Test Championship standings. The situation has fuelled speculation about further player changes, with some questioning whether Babar Azam could be the next target.

Winchester Mystery House: Inside the California mansion 'built to confuse spirits'

IIM Bangalore launches Rs 5 lakh national case competition for college students

IIM Bangalore has opened registrations for its National Student Case Competition 2026, offering a total prize pool of Rs 5 lakh. The competition is organised by the Center for Digital Public Goods and centres on real-world problems related to India's Digital Public Infrastructure. Eligible participants must form teams of exactly five students from recognised colleges or universities across India. The deadline for submissions is September 7 at 6 PM, after which shortlisted teams will be invited to present their solutions at IIM Bangalore.

White House Received Al-Qaeda Warning One Week Before 9/11 Attacks

A week before the September 11 attacks, White House counterterrorism coordinator Richard A. Clarke raised urgent concerns about the al-Qaeda threat. Clarke directly questioned then-National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice about whether the US administration was genuinely committed to addressing the al-Qaeda danger. The warning came amid growing intelligence signals about a potential terrorist strike on American soil. Clarke's query to Rice highlighted what critics later described as a failure to act decisively on pre-attack intelligence.

Telangana SIR: CM Revanth Reddy alleges BJP plot to delete Congress votes

Infighting in Kerala Congress: MLA Ramya Haridas attacked over WhatsApp post

‘Why blame anyone? Democracy allows protests’: BJP leader Ram Madhav on Gen Z protests

Father Spends $800K on Land to Build Tiny-Home Community for Disabled Adults

Dave Curro is developing Forest Grove, a purpose-built community for adults with special needs, inspired by his son Bret. The project will feature 20 tiny homes alongside a community center offering essential support services. Curro personally invested $800,000 to secure the land for the initiative. A recent fundraising festival drew strong community backing for the project. Forest Grove aims to address a significant gap in affordable, suitable housing for disabled adults.

142-Year-Old Seed Experiment Yields Viable Plants, Set to Continue Till 2100

A seed dormancy experiment launched by botanist William James Beal in 1879 continues to yield remarkable results over a century later. In 2021, researchers unearthed seeds from the experiment and found them still viable after 142 years. DNA analysis also revealed the presence of a previously undetected hybrid moth mullein among the samples, adding an unexpected dimension to the study. The findings are expected to inform land restoration practices and support efforts to manage invasive plant species. The long-running experiment is designed to continue until 2100, underscoring science's capacity for multigenerational inquiry.

‘Why drag the government into it?’: BJP’s Ram Madhav on Sonia Gandhi’s book

Drunk Man Kills Wife in UP After She Refused to Skip Dance Class to Cook

A 41-year-old man named Krishna Lal Yadav allegedly killed his wife Yamini Krishna Lal Yadav in a fit of rage. The incident was triggered after Yamini refused to cook, as she wanted to attend a dance class. The accused was reportedly drunk at the time of the attack. The couple had two young children together. Authorities have identified both the victim and the accused in connection with the case.

'Trump furious about leaks': US orders polygraph test for top officials