UP CM Yogi Adityanath has announced a hike in daily duty allowance for Provincial Armed Constabulary (PRD) volunteers from Rs 500 to Rs 600. Additionally, a cashless medical insurance scheme up to Rs 5 lakh has been launched for over 31,000 volunteers and their families. The CM also laid the foundation for a Rs 23 crore multi-storey barrack in Lucknow, noting that the PRD budget has surged from Rs 23 crore to Rs 543 crore since 2017. https://argusnews.in/national/prd-jawans-yogi-government-600-duty-allowance-5-lakh-free-medical-treatment

India has set a challenging target of 372 runs for Sri Lanka in the first Test match at Galle. Despite a strong first innings, the Indian team was bowled out for 193 in their second innings, with Rishabh Pant top-scoring with 66 runs. Sri Lankan bowler Asitha Fernando claimed four wickets. Sri Lanka now needs a significant performance to chase down the target on the final stages of the match. https://www.dharitri.com/india-set-huge-target-for-victory-sri-lanka-needs-miracle/

Tyohar Sweets in Jaipur has introduced a special 'Swarna Shringar' Ghevar for the Teej festival, priced at ₹21,000 per piece (₹51,000 per kg). The luxury sweet is decorated with 24-carat edible gold foil, Iranian saffron, and premium dry fruits like pistachios, cashews, and almonds. Each piece weighs between 380-400 grams. Shop owner Anjali Jain reported that two pieces were sold on the first day, and there is growing demand from customers outside Jaipur. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/sweets-decorated-with-gold/article-38177

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay apologized in the state assembly after Forest Minister RB Ranjith addressed former CM M. Karunanidhi without using respectful titles. The DMK MLAs protested the remark, leading to a heated argument. CM Vijay intervened, admitted the mistake on behalf of his minister, and offered an apology with folded hands to calm the situation. https://argusnews.in/national/vijay-apologises-tamil-nadu-assembly-karunanidhi-name

In Rajkanika, Kendrapara district, flood victims are facing a severe drinking water crisis. Due to the lack of clean water supply, residents have been forced to drink contaminated floodwater to survive. The local population has expressed frustration over the lack of government intervention and assistance during this crisis. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/because-there-is-no-water-we-have-grown-up-drinking-flood-water-12392474

A 6-year-old Pug named Ginny Lu won the 2026 'World's Ugliest Dog' contest held at the Sonoma County Fair in California. Ginny, known for her large eyes and protruding tongue, received a trophy and a $5,000 prize. The competition aims to celebrate the unique traits of dogs and encourage people to adopt animals from rescue centers, a tradition that has continued for 50 years. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/the-ugliest-dog/article-38175

A major theft occurred in the Meghraj area of Koraput town, where thieves looted approximately 50 tolas of gold ornaments and lakhs of cash from the houses of an uncle and his nephew. The victims, former railway employee S. Bhaskar Rao and his nephew K. Srinu, were away for medical treatment and work, respectively, when the incident happened. The thieves broke the locks and decamped with 30 tolas of gold from one house and 20 tolas along with over one lakh cash from the other. The local residents have expressed concern over repeated thefts and demanded increased police patrolling in the area. https://www.dharitri.com/large-scale-theft-from-maternal-nephews-house-50-tolas-of-gold-cash-looted/

On September 1, 2026, a rare astrological event will occur as six planetary alignments form involving Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, and Mercury. This includes significant formations like Navpancham, Kendra, and Labha Yoga. According to astrological calculations, this rare combination will be highly beneficial for six zodiac signs: Aries, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Libra, and Sagittarius. These signs can expect career growth, financial gains, and new opportunities. The article highlights specific timings for these alignments and how they will impact different areas of life including business and personal confidence. https://www.dharitri.com/grah-gochar-rashifal-1-september-2026-planet-position-guru-mangal-budh-shani-impact/

Police in Motihari, Bihar, detained a man named Rahul Kumar and his horse for smuggling liquor. Around 52.560 liters of foreign liquor were seized from sacks loaded on the horse's back. Rahul, who previously rented his horse for weddings, turned to smuggling due to financial crisis after the wedding season ended. He thought using a horse to bring alcohol from Uttar Pradesh would avoid suspicion since Bihar is a dry state. Both the man and the horse are in police custody. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/horse-seized-on-suspicion-of-smuggling/article-38174

Heavy continuous rainfall and subsequent flooding have left several parts of Bhadrak district submerged. The incessant downpour has disrupted normal life, leaving many low-lying areas waterlogged and residents stranded. Authorities are monitoring the situation as floodwaters continue to affect daily activities in the region. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/bhadrak-inundated-due-to-torrential-rains-intermittent-rains-and-floods-12392468