A man in Malaysia reportedly issued a 'Talaq' (divorce) to his wife after losing a bet on Argentina's defeat in a World Cup final match. The incident, which went viral on social media, has drawn criticism from religious scholars who warn that conditional divorces lead to serious legal and religious complications. Authorities have advised the couple to approach the Sharia court for a formal resolution, emphasizing that marriage and divorce should not be treated as a game or bet. https://vanakkammalaysia.com.my/%E0%AE%85%E0%AE%B0%E0%AF%8D%E0%AE%9C%E0%AF%87%E0%AE%A3%E0%AF%8D%E0%AE%9F%E0%AE%BF%E0%AE%A9%E0%AE%BE-%E0%AE%A4%E0%AF%8B%E0%AE%B2%E0%AF%8D%E0%AE%B5%E0%AE%BF%E0%AE%AF%E0%AE%BE%E0%AE%B2%E0%AF%8D-%E0%AE%A4/

US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% additional tariff on Canadian goods by invoking the 100-year-old Section 338 of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930. The move targets over $20 billion worth of products including cement, wine, and furniture, citing discriminatory trade practices by Canada against US auto and dairy sectors. While energy and critical minerals are temporarily exempt, the decision has sparked fears of a global trade war and supply chain disruptions. The tariffs are set to take effect from August 19. https://www.newscontinuous.com/international/trump-canada-tariff-100-year-old-law-trump-attacks-canada-with-50-tariff-invokes-100yearold-smoothawley-law-citing-discrimination/

Photos of new Chennai MTC buses have sparked controversy on social media as their red and yellow color scheme resembles the flag of the ruling TVK party. While some critics question the use of public funds for party branding, supporters claim it is a traditional transport department design. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Vijay has ordered that all new government buses must be air-conditioned without increasing ticket fares, suggesting ad revenue to cover costs. Official confirmation on the bus design is awaited. https://tamil.abplive.com/news/tamil-nadu/chennai-mtc-new-buses-tvk-party-colors-chief-minister-vijay-tnn-268386

Ahead of the Rahu-Ketu transit on December 5, 2026, astrological alignments are set to favor five zodiac signs: Taurus, Gemini, Leo, Libra, and Capricorn. These signs can expect significant financial gains, career advancement, and professional recognition. The transition period is predicted to clear pending tasks and bring unexpected prosperity. Remedies like worshipping Lord Ganesha and feeding birds are recommended to enhance positive influences. https://gujarati.news18.com/news/dharm-bhakti/rahu-ketu-gochar-2026-will-open-the-doors-of-fortune-these-5-zodiac-signs-will-get-benefits-dp-2577267.html

Public sector banks have written off corporate loans worth approximately ₹7.75 lakh crore between FY 2014-15 and 2025-26. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary informed Parliament that only ₹3.10 lakh crore (40%) has been recovered so far. The government refused to disclose the names of 1,249 large borrowers with write-offs exceeding ₹100 crore each, citing confidentiality under Section 45E of the RBI Act. Officials clarified that 'write-off' is a technical accounting process to clean balance sheets and not a loan waiver, as recovery efforts continue. MP Hanuman Beniwal criticized the government for lack of transparency and for ignoring farmer loan waivers while providing relief to large corporates. https://www.patrika.com/national-news/corporate-loans-worth-7-75-lakh-crore-written-off-government-refuses-to-disclose-company-names-20764276

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari has announced that the government will make the Justice Sushant Chatterjee Commission report public. The report investigates the 1993 police firing that killed 13 Youth Congress workers during a protest march. Adhikari stated in the assembly that the report would reveal how many recommendations of the commission were actually implemented by the previous government. Interestingly, the report will be released just a day before the TMC's annual Martyr's Day event. The 1993 incident occurred under the Left Front government when current TMC members like Manish Gupta held key administrative positions. https://www.newsnmf.com/news/major-decision-on-1993-youth-congress-worker-death-case-in-bengal-cm-suvendu-to-release-report-of-committee-formed-by-mamata

Spain secured their second World Cup title by defeating Argentina 1-0 in a thrilling final held in New Jersey. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time following a cross from Pedro Porro. Despite brilliant saves from Argentina's Emiliano Martinez, the Spanish side dominated possession and defense. Rodri won the Golden Ball, Unai Simon took the Golden Glove with seven clean sheets, and France's Kylian Mbappe earned the Golden Boot with 10 goals. Young talents like Lamine Yamal and Nico Paz also shone during the tournament. https://mangalam.com/news/detail/856942-opinion-news-details.html

The BCCI is set to implement new MCC rules in Indian domestic cricket starting from the upcoming season. These changes will be applied across major tournaments including the Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The updates cover aspects like the entry of head coaches onto the field, rules regarding wicketkeeper gloves, and the conduct of final overs in first-class matches. https://www.gujaratijagran.com/sports/cricket/bcci-to-implement-new-mcc-rules-in-indian-domestic-cricket-1967042

A small vessel carrying 133 passengers from Georgetown to Barima-Waini in Guyana capsized in the middle of the sea. While rescue teams managed to save 67 people, including women and children, 66 others remain missing. Authorities fear that the missing passengers may have drowned. Search and rescue operations are ongoing to locate the victims of this tragic maritime accident. https://ibctamil.com/article/dozens-feared-dead-in-guyana-1784572047

Construction of Gabion protection walls at Valakkodu and Thenmala on the Kollam-Thirumangalam National Highway is stalled due to the delay in obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Southern Railway. Although a contract worth ₹2.41 crore was awarded months ago, the Madurai Division of the Railways has not responded to multiple requests. The landslide-prone area near the railway tracks poses a significant risk to motorists, especially at night, as the project remains in limbo. https://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/localnews-kollam-khk3vbum