Medical Education Minister Dr. Sharanprakash Patil hoisted the national flag during the 80th Independence Day celebrations in Yadgiri. He highlighted the government's initiatives, including the 5 guarantee schemes, the creation of 1 lakh jobs in backward districts, and the establishment of 1,000 Karnataka Public Schools. He also mentioned technological advancements like the AI Exchange and social initiatives like the 'Nasha Mukta Karnataka' campaign. Laptops were distributed to journalists and meritorious students were honored during the event. https://sanjevani.com/freedom-is-the-fruit-of-sacrifice-and-martyrdom-nation-building-on-the-foundation-of-equality-dr-sharanaprakash-patil-bidar-karnataka/

BJP National General Secretary B.L. Santhosh claimed that the RSS protected Mallikarjun Kharge's family from Razakar attacks in Hyderabad. Speaking at the 'Akhanda Bharat Sankalpa Dina' in Bengaluru, he countered Priyank Kharge's criticism regarding RSS registration, stating the organization works on trust, not formal registration. He highlighted that during the partition and Razakar violence, RSS workers stood on the streets to protect Hindus when police and politicians were absent. He also challenged opposition leaders to elect Hindu representatives in areas like Shivajinagar and Chamarajpet. https://www.etvbharat.com/kn/state/kharge-family-protected-by-rss-from-razakas-bl-santosh-kas26081600292

On August 19, Jupiter entered the Ashlesha Nakshatra, which is ruled by Mercury. This celestial transition is set to bring immense luck and prosperity to five specific zodiac signs: Aries, Gemini, Leo, Virgo, and Sagittarius. These signs can expect career growth, promotions, financial stability, and success in competitive exams. Specifically, Sagittarius natives may see their marriage obstacles removed, while Aries and Gemini individuals are likely to gain wealth and property. This alignment of Jupiter and Mercury is considered highly auspicious for knowledge and luck according to Vedic astrology. https://kannada.news18.com/news/astrology/jupiter-planet-star-change-5-zodiac-signs-lucky-avh-ws-l-2470826.html

A cyclist fell into an open drain in Bengaluru's Thalaghattapura area due to administrative negligence. The incident occurred on Holiday Village Road where a drain was left uncovered without slabs. The entire accident was captured on CCTV, showing the cyclist losing balance and falling into the pit. Locals immediately rescued the injured individual and shifted him to a nearby hospital. https://publicnext.com/news/district/bangalore/infrastructure/kn/the-cyclist-fell-into-an-open-drain-1284875

The 45th film in the Doraemon series, titled 'Doraemon The Movie: New Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil,' is set to release in India on October 2. The movie will be available in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. It is a modern remake of the 1983 classic, following Nobita, Doraemon, and friends on an underwater adventure to protect an ancient civilization. Additionally, the 46th film, set in 19th-century London, has been announced for 2027. The film aims to bridge the gap between long-time fans and the new generation through updated animation and technology. https://www.prajavani.net/entertainment/cinema/doraemon-forty-fifth-movie-india-release-4199200

Shubhang Borkar, a cybersecurity expert from Goa, used ChatGPT to find his lost clogs at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain. Amidst thousands of pairs, he uploaded a photo of his footwear and another of the shoe stand to the AI tool. ChatGPT accurately identified the location as the bottom right-middle section, leading him to his shoes. The video highlighting this creative use of AI for a common daily problem has gone viral on Instagram with millions of views. https://www.prajavani.net/technology/ai/man-uses-ai-to-find-lost-footwear-at-ujjain-temple-4199182

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued show-cause notices to Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff regarding their involvement in Vimal Pan Masala and Elaichi advertisements. The FDA stated that these advertisements are misleading to consumers and directed the actors to remove all related promotional posts within 15 days. Failure to comply will lead to action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The notice specifically targets their participation in promoting the Vimal brand products. https://www.varthabharati.in/National/advertisement-on-pan-masala-fda-notice-to-shah-rukh-khan-ajay-devgan-tiger-shroff-2268401

According to astrology, 'Sadhya Yoga' is forming on Sunday, August 16, which will bring significant changes for five zodiac signs: Aries, Cancer, Sagittarius, Capricorn, and Pisces. Due to the favorable movement of planets and the blessings of Lord Surya, these individuals will experience growth in wealth, career success, and family prosperity. Aries may see property gains, while Pisces and Sagittarius could find new job opportunities. Capricorn individuals are likely to recover stuck money, and Cancerians will find new income sources. https://kannada.news18.com/news/astrology/august-16-royal-yoga-for-5-zodiac-signs-wealth-growth-avh-ws-el-2470562.html

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar has announced an ambitious target to make the state a $3 trillion economy by 2047. Key initiatives include the 'Udyoga Sankalpa' and 'Udyoga Nidhi' schemes to create 1 lakh jobs, and the introduction of AI education in government schools from class 6. Plans for India's first government-run AI university in Bengaluru and five global tech hubs under the 'Beyond Bengaluru' initiative were revealed. Additionally, farmers will receive 50% subsidies for machinery under the 'Raitha Mitra' scheme. https://tv9kannada.com/business/karnataka-economy-target-of-3-trillion-usd-by-2047-cm-dk-shivakumar-announces-1225858.html

Doctors at NK Hospital in Kalaburagi successfully performed a complex laparoscopic-assisted Duhamel surgery on a 17-year-old boy named Devindrappa suffering from neglected Hirschsprung's disease. This congenital condition involves the absence of nerve cells in a portion of the large intestine, causing severe chronic constipation. The surgical team, led by consultant gastro surgeon Dr. Arif Raza Ahmed, managed to treat the condition which had been previously neglected. The patient has recovered well and has been discharged from the hospital following successful treatment by the expert medical team. https://sanjevani.com/successful-surgery-for-neglected-hirschsprungs-disease-performed-on-a-young-man-at-nk-hospital/