Floods & Relief
The recent floods in Punjab and Haryana have caused significant damage. The government's preparation period was just 17 days before the rains hit. Rahul
Gandhi urges the Prime Minister to announce special relief packages and step up rescue operations in the affected areas. The 1995 deluge has been revisited, as incessant rain submerged several villages.
Politics & Law
Kolkata police arrested absconding BJP leader Rakesh Singh in a Congress HQ vandalism case. Meanwhile, Punjab's CM Mann is demanding Rs 60,000 crore dues from the Centre, stating he's 'seeking rights, not begging.' Drones were used to monitor Ganesh idol immersion routes in Vadodara.
Health & Wellness
KGMU surgeons successfully saved the life and eyesight of an auto driver with a 6 cm glass shard in his brain. Karan Kundrra credits a traditional diet, ghee, and fasting for his 12 kg weight loss in one month. This highlights the significance of traditional Indian practices.
Finance & Beyond
Gold prices for September 3 have been provided for major cities. Also, the ED is conducting searches in the DMF case in Chhattisgarh. Vivek Agnihotri discussed the creative process behind the film 'Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal,' highlighting the collaboration between differing ideologies.
Incidents & Alerts
A fire in a parking lot in Pune's Guruwar Peth led to the evacuation of 45 residents. In South Korea's Seoul, at least 4 people were injured in a stabbing attack. The IMD issued a 'red alert' for J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand, and Punjab, urging citizens to remain vigilant.