The holy month of Shravan Maas 2026 has begun, dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. Devotees engage in various rituals like Kavadh Yatra, fasting on Mondays, and performing Jalabhishek on Shivalingas. This article provides a collection of the best Gujarati quotes, messages, and WhatsApp status wishes to share with friends and family to mark the auspicious beginning of the month. It emphasizes the spiritual significance of Shravan and offers prayers for happiness, peace, and prosperity through the grace of Mahadev and Parvati. https://www.gujaratijagran.com/gujarati-quotes/happy-shravan-maas-2026-quotes-whatsapp-and-facebook-status-messages-images-in-gujarati-1969727

The United States has announced it will withdraw all its troops from Iraq by September 30, 2026. This move will also mark the end of the US-led international coalition's military mission against ISIS. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's office confirmed that there will be no foreign military presence in the country from October 1. The decision follows a meeting with US Central Command. This withdrawal concludes over two decades of US military presence that began in 2003 with the invasion to topple Saddam Hussein. https://dailyinqilab.com/international/news/927719

A miraculous event occurred in Mela Urudaiyarpuram village, Tirunelveli, where the deities of Sri Mariamman and Kaliamman temples reportedly opened their eyes. The temple, which houses 100-year-old swayambhu idols, has not seen a major festival for over 16 years. As news of this divine occurrence spread, large crowds from neighboring areas like Thatchanallur and Anandapuram gathered to witness the sight, creating a buzz in the locality. https://www.dinamani.com/religion/religion-news/2026/Aug/11/mariyamman-and-kaliyamman-appeared-with-eyes-open-in-nellai

The Opposition Leader has alleged that a person arrested in the Kasaragod MDMA case as part of Operation Toofan is a social media coordinator for the Chief Minister. He further accused the Central government of helping the State to suppress this news by using Meta to remove social media content. Additionally, he criticized the police for not following proper procedures in the arrest of TG Mohandas, suggesting a nexus between the BJP and the State government. https://mangalam.com/news/detail/861943-latest-news-kasaragod-mdma-case-state-govt-allegedly-suppressed-accuseds-details-centre-aided-in-suppressing-news.html

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

Tata Motors has introduced 360-degree camera systems in its budget cars including Tiago, Punch, and Altroz. These models offer the premium safety feature under a 10 lakh budget (on-road Mumbai). The Tiago Creative starts at 8.24 lakh, Punch Adventure at 9.04 lakh, and Altroz Petrol MT at 9.48 lakh. This tech, previously exclusive to luxury brands, aims to make parking and city driving safer and easier for common car buyers. https://www.tv9marathi.com/automobile/easy-parking-under-10-lakh-tata-offers-360-degree-camera-in-tiago-punch-and-altroz-1733119.html

Kharif sowing in the Nashik division has reached 94% completion by the first week of August, following good rainfall in July. Nashik and Jalgaon districts lead with 97% sowing, while Nandurbar is at 85%. Interestingly, Khursani is sown only in Nashik district. Maize acreage has increased across all four districts of the division. Nationally, the Nashik division is at the forefront of sowing activities, whereas the Konkan region lags behind with only 66% completion. https://prahaar.in/2026/08/12/nashik-news-nashik-leads-in-kharif-sowing/

Nag Panchami will be celebrated on August 17, 2026. This day holds great significance in Hinduism for worshipping Nag Devta and Lord Shiva. The article highlights powerful mantras like 'Om Namah Nagaya' and 'Om Nagrajaya Namah' to overcome the fear of snake bites and Kaalsarp Dosh. Chanting these mantras 108 or 21 times is believed to remove astrological hurdles, diseases, and provide protection, especially for those living in rural areas. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/religion/nag-panchami-2026-which-mantras-you-can-chant-on-nag-panchami/3286714

A heated debate broke out in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly between members of TVK, DMK, and Congress over the NEET exemption resolution. The discussion focused on the history of NEET's introduction in India. DMK and Congress members clarified that while the bill was introduced during the UPA regime, former CM Karunanidhi's strong opposition ensured Tamil Nadu was exempted during his and Jayalalithaa's tenures. TVK members urged parties to avoid politics and focus on student welfare, citing recent student suicides. https://www.tv9tamilnews.com/tamil-nadu/tamilnadu-assembly-neet-resolution-debate-tvk-congress-and-dmk-clash-over-neet-history-97534.html

The district administration has re-allowed tourist vehicles to travel to Ooty via the Masinagudi-Kallatti route. The temporary ban, which had been in place since April 28 following a High Court order, has been lifted. This decision brings relief to local traders, resort owners, and workers in Masinagudi whose livelihoods depend on tourism. While travel to Ooty is permitted via this shorter mountain pass, return journeys from Ooty must still follow the Gudalur route for safety reasons. The route had briefly reopened on June 20 before being closed again on June 28, but is now fully functional for tourists once more. https://www.madhyamam.com/travel/news/tourist-vehicles-allowed-again-on-masinagudi-kallatti-route-1545225