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

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

The article explains the scientific reason behind snakes' aggressive behavior when seeing their reflection in a mirror. Unlike many animals that rely on sight, snakes primarily use their sense of smell via Jacobson's organ to identify objects. Since a mirror reflection lacks a scent, the snake fails the self-awareness test and perceives its own reflection as a threatening rival or enemy, leading to stress and defensive attacks. While they lack visual self-recognition, snakes possess an extraordinary ability to identify their presence through chemical signals released by their bodies. https://tv9telugu.com/photo-gallery/why-snakes-attack-their-own-reflection-in-mirrors-snake-psychology-explained-1886942.html

The NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) is set for a major restructuring following discussions between key leaders including Sunetra Pawar, Parth Pawar, Sunil Tatkare, and Praful Patel. Election strategist Prashant Kishor has reportedly suggested appointing a full-time state president who can dedicate entire time to the party without being an MLA or MP. The party aims to balance Maratha and OBC equations for future electoral gains. A marathon meeting is scheduled after the Parliament session to finalize the expansion and restructuring plans across Maharashtra's assembly constituencies. https://pudhari.news/maharashtra/mumbai/ncp-ajit-pawar-party-restructuring-prashant-kishor-full-time-president-sb97

Several beaches and forests in India exhibit the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence. At beaches like Mattu, Padukere, Bangaram, Betalbatim, and Havelock, microorganisms create a blue glow in the waves. In the Western Ghats, specifically Bhimashankar and Chorla Ghat, certain fungi cause fallen wood to emit a green light during monsoon. These sightings are highly dependent on environmental conditions like water quality and darkness. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/travel/india-bioluminescence-best-places-glowing-beaches-forests-western-ghats-glowing-forests-trek/3285844

In Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, a man named Dilip Yadav murdered his teacher wife, Shalini, over suspicions of an extra-marital affair. The accused attacked her with a cooker lid and then drowned her in a bathtub. After the crime, he attempted to frame it as an accident by taking her to the hospital. However, forensic evidence led to his arrest. The couple had a love marriage in 2017 but frequently quarreled due to the husband's suspicious nature. Dilip is now in judicial custody. https://www.tv9marathi.com/national/husband-wife-pressure-cooker-bathtub-wept-uttar-pradesh-fatehpur-shalini-case-1732896.html

Severe monsoon rains and landslides in Himachal Pradesh have claimed over 157 lives since June 30, with 257 people missing. The state has suffered property damage worth approximately 886 crore INR. Over 259 roads, including the Mandi-Kullu national highway, are blocked. Power and water supplies have been severely disrupted across Mandi and Shimla districts. The meteorological department has issued an 'Orange Alert' for several districts including Kangra and Sirmaur, forecasting continued heavy rainfall. https://www.aajkaal.in/india/himachal-pradesh-natures-fury-in-himachal-pradesh-monsoon-havoc-claims-157-lives-260-roads-blocked-by-landslides-509207

A simple and quick recipe for Malvani-style Crispy Prawn Fry. Cleaned prawns are marinated in ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and Malvani spices for 15-20 minutes. After marination, they are coated with a mixture of rice flour and semolina (rava) and shallow fried on medium heat until golden brown. This technique ensures the prawns remain juicy inside while having a crispy exterior coating. https://www.esakal.com/ampstories/web-story/crispy-malvani-prawn-fry-a-spicy-and-delicious-recipe-asb02

The article narrates a spiritual story of a Mumbai merchant whose sick son was healed by Sai Baba in Shirdi. Upon their departure, Baba gave the merchant three rupees, mentioning he had already given two rupees previously. Confused, the merchant later learned from his mother that Baba had indeed given him two rupees during a childhood illness. The story emphasizes that even if a devotee forgets God, God never forgets the devotee, highlighting the importance of faith, patience, and good deeds. https://www.navarashtra.com/religion/sai-baba-story-sai-baba-never-forgets-his-devotees-the-story-of-a-merchant-1306593.html