Pakistani water expert Rashid Abbasi has expressed deep concern over India building four dams on the Chenab River—Baglihar, Pakal Dul, Ratle, and Kishtwar. Terming it a 'death warrant' for Pakistan, he warned of a potential $2 billion annual loss to Punjab's agriculture due to water diversion. Abbasi threatened to approach the International Criminal Court against India, calling the situation a matter of life and death for Pakistan. https://www.dharitri.com/indias-four-bonds-are-a-death-warrant-for-us-pakistani-expert-warns-threatens/

Internal tension has surfaced within the BCCI regarding Rohit Sharma's participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup and team transition. Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar's absence from a crucial review meeting has upset top officials, raising questions about the committee's coordination. While Rohit is keen on playing the 2027 World Cup, his age (nearly 40 by then) and fitness remain concerns. BCCI Secretary Debajit Saikia clarified that no final decision has been taken yet, but the rift between the selection committee and the board over the future roadmap of senior players like Rohit and Virat is evident. https://odia.news18.com/photogallery/sport/ajit-agarkar-is-in-the-news-rohit-sharma-has-been-granted-reprieve-know-the-details-here-lpd-409590.html

Rupadhar Nag, a 32-year-old migrant laborer from Nuapada district, Odisha, died in Pune, Maharashtra. After arriving in Pune on August 27 for construction work, he fell ill and was diagnosed with dengue and malaria. His condition worsened, and he was declared dead at a hospital on Tuesday. Being the sole breadwinner, his death has left his wife and 4-year-old son helpless. The local community and Labor Union have demanded government compensation and educational support for his child. https://www.dharitri.com/rupadhar-had-gone-to-pune-to-work-as-a-carpenter-suddenly-something-happened/

Janmashtami will be celebrated on September 4th this year with a special astrological alignment of the Moon in Taurus and Rohini Nakshatra. The occasion features auspicious 'Sarvartha Siddhi' and 'Harshana' yogas. According to astrological predictions, this combination is expected to be highly beneficial for four specific zodiac signs: Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Capricorn, bringing potential financial gains, career success, and family prosperity. https://sambad.in/horoscope/janmashtami-2026-auspicious-zodiac-signs-12483433

Ashok Saravanan, a 32-year-old building engineer from Tamil Nadu, claimed to have purchased one acre of land on the moon for ₹23,000 as a pre-wedding gift for his fiancee. The deal was facilitated by a Singapore-based company with help from his sister in London. However, according to international laws, no individual or company can claim private ownership of the lunar surface. Such certificates are considered symbolic gifts rather than legal property documents. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/buying-land-on-the-moon-is-in-the-news/article-38471

Balangir police busted a unique drug smuggling racket where cannabis was being transported via a famous e-commerce company's courier service. Seven individuals from Kalahandi were arrested for registering as a saree center and shipping over 1 quintal of ganja to states like Uttar Pradesh by exploiting the lack of scanners at pickup points. The police have issued a notice to the state head of the concerned e-commerce firm. https://otvkhabar.in/crime/new-ganja-smuggling-modus-operandi-exposed-in-balangir-over-1-quintal-seized-12485998

A high-voltage drama unfolded during the Panchayat Samiti meeting at Ghasipura block office in Keonjhar. Heated arguments erupted between government officials and public representatives, including Sarpanches and Zilla Parishad members, over local issues. Specifically, a clash occurred between the Ramchandrapur Sarpanch and the Ghasipura CDPO regarding the establishment of Anganwadi centers. Complaints were also raised against engineers for preparing bills without site visits. MLA Badri Narayan Patra was present during the incident. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/uproar-at-ghasipura-panchayat-samiti-meeting-over-local-issues-12486010

Tamil Nadu CM and actor Joseph Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay, won hearts during his visit to Mettur in Salem. He stopped his convoy to meet an elderly farm worker named Chellam who was waiting to see him. Upon learning she hadn't eaten while waiting for him, Vijay gifted her his expensive Christian Dior sunglasses, valued between ₹40,000 to ₹46,000. The heartwarming video of their interaction has gone viral on social media. https://argusnews.in/national/vijay-stops-car-for-elderly-woman-gives-expensive-glasses-viral

On the occasion of Janmashtami, public darshan at Puri Jagannath Temple will be closed for five hours from 7 PM to 12 AM for the special Krishna Janma rituals. Following tradition, special rituals like Jeuṭa Bhoga and Garbha-udaka Bandapana were performed. The Shri Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) announced this to ensure smooth conduct of secret rituals by Mahajan servitors. Celebrations are also peaking in Mathura, Vrindavan, and Dwarka. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/janmastami-niti/article-38484