Residents of Moigram in Arambagh staged a unique protest by planting paddy saplings on a dilapidated road that hasn't been repaired for 15 years. Villagers accused TMC leaders of embezzling funds by putting up project boards without completing any actual work. The road in Ghoshpara has become unusable during the monsoon, causing several accidents. Local MLA Hemant Bag has assured residents of prompt action and road repair following the demonstration. https://eisamay.com/west-bengal-news/hooghly-news/people-in-arambagh-sew-paddy-in-muddy-road/200525078.cms

On July 31st, Maharashtra Minister Chandrakant Patil will honor 10 distinguished individuals with the 'Samajguru' award in Pune. Organized by Vidya Prabodhini and Punarnirman Social Foundation, the event at Kothrud's Bal Shikshan Mandir will recognize experts like Dr. Rajendra Shende and Dr. Bhushan Patwardhan for their contributions to society. https://mymarathi.net/mm-5271/

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh warned doctors against assisting in the creation of fake medical certificates, referring to Abhishek Banerjee's foreign travel controversy. Speaking at Eco Park, he welcomed NCP's inclusion in the NDA and supported the government's new control rooms to curb syndicate issues. He also addressed the SFI rally viral photo controversy and questioned the logic behind recent political protests in West Bengal. https://bengali.news18.com/news/kolkata/abhishek-banerjee-fake-medical-certificate-foreign-travel-dilip-ghosh-reaction-sal-2825173.html

The Andhra Pradesh government has allotted 11 acres of land in the Endada area of Visakhapatnam for the establishment of AIG Hospitals. This mega multi-specialty facility will feature over 600 beds and specialize in gastroenterology. The campus will include a research hub, a nursing college, and an allied healthcare sciences college. This initiative aims to provide world-class medical services locally, eliminating the need for residents of Northern Andhra to travel to Hyderabad or Chennai for advanced treatment. The project is expected to boost medical education and employment in the region. https://vaartha.com/andhra-pradesh/vizag-aig-hospitals-ap-healthcare/750114/

Sagar Pictures Entertainment has announced a massive live-action film series titled 'Srimad Bhagavatam' based on the holy Bhagavata Mahapurana. The series will be released in seven interconnected parts, inspired by the centuries-old tradition of seven-day Bhagavata recitation, and is named 'Sapti'. The project was officially announced on the occasion of Guru Purnima. Details regarding the cast, director, and technical crew will be revealed soon. https://www.manatelangana.news/telangana-breaking-news/sri-bhagavatam-movie-to-be-made-in-7-parts-1617084

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Budget session starting August 5, DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin held a virtual meeting with party MLAs. He discussed strategies to raise issues like law and order, lock-up deaths, and the Mekedatu dam project. Udhayanidhi emphasized careful conduct during live proceedings and instructed members to prepare their questions in advance while asking senior MLAs to guide the newcomers. https://www.etvbharat.com/ta/state/udhayanidhi-stalin-holds-video-conference-with-dmk-mlas-tns26072808030

The bakery industry in Adimali is facing a severe crisis due to a sharp rise in the prices of sugar and eggs. Wholesale sugar prices have crossed ₹50 per kg, while eggs have exceeded ₹7.50 each. Traders attribute the sugar price hike to increased sugarcane use for ethanol production. Additionally, rising poultry feed costs and reduced supply from Tamil Nadu have driven up egg prices. This situation is likely to increase the prices of cakes and other confectionery, impacting common people during festive celebrations. https://www.madhyamam.com/kerala/local-news/idukki/sugar-prices-up-bakery-sector-crisis-1540893

Abhijit Deepke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), has demanded that the government stop targeting students who participated in protests against the NEET exam paper leak. Speaking in Maharashtra after completing a 36-day protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, Deepke stated that students are the country's future, not terrorists. He criticized police harassment and arrest threats against students in various states following the July 20 Parliament march. He declared the protest successful and expressed relief at returning home after 40 days. https://www.sathyamonline.com/news/news-india/delhi-12210297

Meta is introducing new features to enhance Facebook Marketplace, including a dedicated 'Seller' app for regular merchants to manage listings and communications. A free identity verification system using selfies will grant users a white checkmark to build trust and reduce fraud. Additionally, Meta is testing a full-screen video interface and deploying AI tools to automatically generate product descriptions and answer queries. With over 430 million new listings monthly, these updates aim to streamline the buying and selling process. https://www.alokitobangladesh.com/print-edition/last-page/343083/%E0%A6%AB%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%B8%E0%A6%AC%E0%A7%81%E0%A6%95-%E0%A6%AE%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%B0%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%95%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%9F-%E0%A6%AA%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B2%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%B8%E0%A7%87-%E0%A6%9A%E0%A6%AE%E0%A6%95-

On the occasion of Guru Purnima in Hubballi, a special event was organized for hearing-impaired children. Social worker Dudaram Chaudhary inspired the children with messages of positive thinking and self-confidence. The students showcased their talents through dance and skits based on social messages. The Chaudhary family distributed stationery and sweets to the children. Robert Raphael, founder of the institute, highlighted that several students are becoming self-reliant through ITI training. Rajasthan Patrika's Ashok Singh Rajpurohit spoke about the publication's social commitment to integrating these children into the mainstream society. https://www.patrika.com/hubli-channel2/a-gift-of-happiness-reaches-deaf-mute-children-20788878