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

A healthy and tasty salad recipe using Elephant Foot Yam (Sena). The process involves deep-frying 250g of thinly sliced yam and topping it with a mixture of grated coconut, sliced onions, coriander leaves, salt, and lemon juice. This simple yet nutritious vegetable salad is easy to prepare at home. https://keralaonlinenews.com/food/chena-salad-recipe/cid19116765.htm

Common people and social media users are criticizing the electricity bill hike in Tamil Nadu through viral memes despite the 200 units free power scheme by TVK. Actress Vaishali released a video regarding the high bills, prompting a wave of memes comparing movie scenes from 'Kanden Kadhalai' and 'Friends' to current political situations involving Minister Nirmal Kumar and the DMK government. The memes highlight the disparity between house rents and electricity charges. https://tamil.oneindia.com/memes/memes-fantastic-memes-from-social-media-after-electricity-bill-hike-across-tamilnadu-in-tvk-rule-823375.html

The sacred Sravana Masam 2026 for Telugu people begins on August 13. This month is highly significant for worshipping Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Goddess Lakshmi. Key dates include Nagula Panchami on Aug 17, Varalakshmi Vratam on Aug 21, and Rakhi Purnima on Aug 28. Devotees observe fasts on Mondays for Lord Shiva and perform Mangala Gauri Vratam on Tuesdays. The month concludes with Polala Amavasya on September 11. https://vaartha.com/devotional/sravana-masam-2026-telugu-festivals-calendar/759352/

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This article provides a recipe for making crispy sweet corn and potato fritters (bhajia), perfect for the monsoon season. The recipe involves mixing boiled corn, grated potatoes, onions, spices, gram flour, and rice flour. These fritters are deep-fried until golden brown and served hot with tea or ketchup, offering a crunchy exterior and soft interior. https://gujarati.indianexpress.com/lifestyle/monsoon-special-corn-potato-bhajia-recipe-in-gujarati-sc-12249947

The 'Yesterday Today and Tomorrow' plant is a beautiful ornamental plant whose flowers change color daily from dark purple to light purple and finally white. Belonging to the nightshade family, this evergreen shrub grows up to 8 feet and emits a pleasant fragrance in the evening. It thrives in humid conditions and partial shade, making it ideal for Indian gardens. However, all parts of the plant are toxic, so caution is needed around children and pets. https://malayalam.indianexpress.com/lifestyle/yesterday-today-tomorrow-plant-blooms-in-three-shades-pictures-12255852

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

Grow nutritious spinach at home in limited spaces using plastic bottles. This method is ideal for flat dwellers, utilizing 2-liter bottles filled with a mix of soil, cow dung powder, and coco peat. By avoiding chemical fertilizers and ensuring proper sunlight on balconies, one can easily harvest fresh, organic greens. https://keralakaumudi.com/news/lifestyle/agriculture/plastic-bottle-spinach-farming-1790095

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