Cyber fraudsters stole ₹30,000 from a woman named Reshma's bank account via three UPI transactions between midnight and 12:52 AM. The victim had reportedly clicked on a suspicious app link received three days ago and shared an OTP. The fraud came to light when she checked her phone in the morning, following which she filed a complaint with the cyber police. https://publicnext.com/news/district/bangalore/crime/kn/cyber-fraudsters-at-midnight-1284861

The protest by villagers regarding the Hanur encounter case, where three people died in a forest department firing incident, has ended. Following discussions with Hanur MLA Manjunath, the victims' families agreed to call off the strike after receiving assurances of 15 lakh rupees compensation per family and government job opportunities. A magistrate inquiry has been ordered, and security remains tight in the region with the IGP monitoring the situation. The MLA also promised a high-level probe into the incident. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/politics/kn/big-twist-in-hanur-encounter-case-rs-15-lakh-compensation-guaranteed-government-jobs-villagers-protest-ends-1284856

On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the Dalit Sangharsh Samiti (DSS) in Kalghatgi celebrated by distributing 1,500 notebooks and pens to students. The event was held at Bammigatti Cross and was inaugurated by Kalghatgi CPI Shrishail Kaujalagi. Various office bearers of the organization participated in this social initiative, which received high praise from government officials and the general public for its meaningful impact on education. https://publicnext.com/news/district/hubballi-dharwad/education/kn/kalaghatgi-dalit-sangharsh-samiti-celebrates-independence-day-1284864

BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra has condemned Sonia Gandhi for allegedly insulting the national song 'Vande Mataram' during Independence Day celebrations. Speaking in Shivamogga, he stated that not reciting the song completely on its 150th anniversary is an insult to the nation's freedom struggle. He urged patriots to condemn her behavior, calling it an affront to all Indians. https://publicnext.com/news/district/shimoga/politics/kn/shivamogga-vande-mataram-insulted-vijayendra-slams-sonia-gandhi-s-move-1284853

Actress and model Antara Banerjee was arrested by Railway Police for allegedly assaulting an RPF personnel with a razor blade on the Aravali Express. Despite having a sleeper class ticket, she entered an AC coach and refused to vacate a seat. When RPF officials intervened, she reportedly turned violent, tore a staff member's uniform, and injured an assistant sub-inspector. She also attempted to escape by breaking a train window. She was later booked under relevant sections and released on bail after being served a notice. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/crime/kn/on-the-train-actress-antara-banerjee-arrested-for-tearing-clothes-of-rpf-personnel-and-assaulting-them-with-razor-1284852

Novak Djokovic suffered a shocking second-round exit at the Cincinnati Open after losing to Argentina's Thiago Agustin Tirante, ranked 50th, with scores of 2-6, 6-4, 6-4. Despite winning the first set, Djokovic struggled with heat and dehydration, appearing unwell and vomiting on the court. This loss raises concerns about his physical readiness for the upcoming US Open in New York. https://www.etvbharat.com/kn/sports/novak-djokovic-out-of-cincinnati-open-in-second-round-kas26081602934

A massive ₹81,000 crore holistic development project is planned for Great Nicobar Island, including a transshipment terminal, international airport, and power plant. While strategically vital for India's security in the Indian Ocean, it faces backlash over environmental concerns, specifically the potential felling of 8.5 lakh trees and the impact on indigenous Shompen and Nicobarese tribes. https://www.prajavani.net/miscellaneous/great-nicobar-island-development-project-environmental-concerns-4199231

A female traffic PSI, Nayana, was assaulted and body-shamed by four men while performing her duties near Bhattarahalli Junction in K.R. Puram, Bengaluru. The accused—Harshith Reddy, Hemanth Reddy, Rahul, and Radhakrishna Reddy—allegedly attacked her and made derogatory remarks about her appearance when she tried to intervene in a dispute involving a constable. The incident was captured on body-worn cameras, leading to an FIR being filed against all four individuals at the K.R. Puram police station. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/karnataka/2026/Aug/16/female-psi-body-shamed-and-attacked-in-bengaluru-fir-against-4-person

An analysis of the BJP's 12-year rule, discussing whether political narratives like 'outsider vs insider' still hold weight. It emphasizes that real political power stems from addressing livelihood issues like employment and socio-economic inequality rather than just digital communication strategies. https://www.prajavani.net/explainer/digest/bjp-twelve-years-rule-political-narrative-shift-4199233

The Indian government has established a permanent system to secure LPG supply against global crises. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas set a production target of 63,810 tonnes per day for 21 refineries, covering 70% of national consumption. This reduces reliance on imports (currently 64%) and strengthens domestic buffers. Major players like Reliance Industries and public sector units now have fixed production mandates, to be updated bi-annually. https://kannada.news18.com/photogallery/business/new-lpg-scheme-announced-to-solve-cylinder-related-problems-by-government-hmg-2470706.html