The Indian Embassy in Riyadh hosted a warm welcome ceremony for Vipul, the newly appointed Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. During the event held at the embassy auditorium, officials and staff extended their wishes for his tenure. The embassy emphasized its commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and strategic partnerships between India and Saudi Arabia under his leadership. https://www.madhyamam.com/gulf-news/saudi-arabia/warm-welcome-accorded-to-new-ambassador-at-indian-embassy-in-riyadh-1545652

The movie 'The End of Oak Street' follows the Plot family in 1982 as they encounter wormholes that bring dinosaurs and ancient plants into the present. After Greg Plot is killed by an Allosaurus, the family finds a wormhole that allows them to travel back minutes before the incident and save him. Two years later, the government handles the dinosaur situation, and the family rebuilds their lives. Audrey pursues her dream of studying under Carl Sagan, and Denise writes a book documenting their extraordinary experience. https://www.prime9news.com/entertainment-news/the-end-of-oak-street-ending-explained

The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) offers free health insurance up to ₹5 lakh per year to eligible families. Citizens can check their eligibility via the official Beneficiary Portal or Ayushman app using their mobile number. By completing e-KYC through Aadhaar OTP or face authentication, users can download their digital Ayushman card for free, ensuring cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals. https://news18marathi.com/money/how-to-apply-ayushman-card-required-documents-what-exactly-process-1755461.html

A remarkable incident occurred at Morepally village in Jagtial district, Telangana, where a black cobra was spotted on a large, under-construction statue of Lord Shiva. The snake was observed slithering across every part of the statue as if inspecting it, before finally coiling itself around the deity's neck like an ornament. Locals gathered in large numbers to witness this event, performing prayers and considering it a divine miracle. The snake eventually left the premises without harming anyone. Videos of this occurrence have since gone viral on social media. https://tv9telugu.com/videos/viral/snake-wraps-around-lord-shiva-statues-neck-during-temple-construction-in-telangana-video-tv9d-1888859.html

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The Indian Railways has announced the redevelopment of 10 railway stations on the Harbor Line between Airoli and Belapur in Navi Mumbai. Following complaints from MP Naresh Mhaske about the poor condition of these stations, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw directed Central Railway officials to prioritize developmental works. The project aims to improve basic amenities such as toilets, footover bridges, drinking water, and lighting at stations including Ghansoli, Nerul, and Vashi, ensuring a comfortable journey for commuters. https://www.esakal.com/mumbai/navi-mumbai-10-mumbai-local-railway-station-redevelopment-railway-minister-ashwini-vaishnav-issued-instructions-mvk02

Kottayam District Collector Chetan Kumar Meena has warned schools against concealing drug use among students. The directive comes after reports of schools expelling students to protect their reputation instead of reporting incidents. Recently, 34 cases were registered regarding students using THC-laced candies. The Collector instructed the Education Department to ensure all schools have complaint boxes and to report cases promptly. Additionally, joint police and excise raids will be intensified during the Onam season, with 24-hour control rooms established to curb illegal substance sales. https://www.madhyamam.com/kerala/local-news/kottayam/students-drug-use-action-against-schools-if-not-reported-1545846

Jodhpuri Mirchi Vada is a delicious snack option for the evening. The preparation involves a gram flour (besan) batter mixed with carom seeds and spices. The stuffing is made by sautéing mashed boiled potatoes with coarsely ground coriander, cumin, fennel seeds, amchur, and kasuri methi. Large green chilies are deseeded and stuffed with this potato mixture, then dipped in the batter and deep-fried until golden brown. This authentic Jodhpuri snack is best enjoyed hot with tea. https://www.tarunmitra.in/jodhpuri-mirchi-vada-is-a-great-option-for-evening-snack/article-157673

Minister Shibu Baby John will hoist the national flag during the Independence Day celebrations at Ashramam Ground in Kollam. The parade starts at 8:50 AM, followed by the flag hoisting at 9:05 AM. The event will include a march past by various departments like Police, NCC, and Student Police Cadets, followed by a message from the minister and trophy distribution. Collector Annie Jula Thomas and other officials will attend. https://keralakaumudi.com/news/local/kollam/local-news-1792070

Under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign, grand rallies were organized in Dahiwadi and Vaduj of Satara district to promote patriotism and national unity. Citizens actively participated, waving the national flag and chanting slogans like 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'. The campaign, inspired by PM Narendra Modi, aims to strengthen the feeling of nationalism. Additionally, the article notes that 5 police officers from the state have been selected for the prestigious President's Medal for their outstanding service. https://prahaar.in/2026/08/14/tiranga-rallies-held-at-dahivadi-and-vaduj-under-the-har-ghar-tiranga-har-man-tiranga-campaign/