Asmita Dey, hailing from a poor family in Tripura, has made history by winning a gold medal in the 48kg judo category at the Commonwealth Games. Despite her father, who was a cycle repairer, passing away ten months ago, Asmita overcame her grief with her mother's encouragement. She became the first Indian to win gold in judo at the Commonwealth Games, ending a 36-year wait. Asmita dedicated this historic achievement to her late father's sacrifices and support. https://saakshatv.com/cwg-2026-asmita-dey-judo-gold-commonwealth-games-2026-inspiring-story/

A 68-year-old retired citizen in Mysore was defrauded of Rs 70.77 lakh through a 'digital arrest' scam. Fraudsters posing as TRAI and Mumbai Crime Branch officials intimidated him via video calls, claiming his involvement in a money laundering case. Under pressure, the victim liquidated his fixed deposits and transferred the funds via RTGS. A case has been registered at the Mysore CEN police station, and authorities have clarified that 'digital arrest' is not a legal procedure in India. https://kannada.news18.com/news/crime/mysuru-digital-arrest-cyber-fraud-rs70-lakh-senior-citizen-mysuru-mng-abn-local18-ws-b-2459768.html

The South Kannada District Congress Committee staged a protest in Mangaluru against Udupi BJP MLA Yashpal Suvarna for his derogatory remarks against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The protest took place near the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Town Hall, where party workers and leaders condemned the MLA's statements as anti-democratic. Various Congress officials, former corporators, and senior leaders participated in large numbers, demanding accountability for the remarks made against the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. https://pingara.com/kannada-news/protest-against-bjp-mla-yashpal-suvarna-for-derogatory-remarks-against-rahul-gandhi/

Heavy rains in Chikkamagaluru have triggered a massive landslide near Kavikal Gandi on the road leading to Dattapeeta and Mullayanagiri. The district administration has issued a high alert for tourists as the hilly terrain remains unstable. In Sringeri, the Tunga River is flowing above the danger level, submerging the historic 'Kappe Shankara' rock. Authorities have cleared the road using JCBs, but the threat of further landslides persists due to continuous downpours in the Western Ghats. https://kannada.news18.com/news/chikkamagaluru/chikkamagaluru-rain-warning-for-tourists-mnc-svl-local18-ws-l-2460132.html

At the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, 23-year-old Asmita Dey made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win a gold medal in judo. Competing in the 48kg category, she defeated Canada's Heidi Quach in the final using the golden score method. This victory marks India's first-ever judo gold in Commonwealth Games history, bringing India's total medal tally in the 2026 edition to 18, including 4 gold, 10 silver, and 4 bronze medals. https://www.varthabharati.in/sports/asmita-dey-creates-history-becomes-1st-indian-to-win-gold-in-judo-at-cwg-2264740

A farmer named Karegowda in Totasagara village of Tumkur district performed a traditional baby shower (Seemantha) ceremony for his pregnant cow named 'Lakshmi'. Village women performed rituals including Aarti and turmeric-vermilion application. To celebrate the occasion, the farmer hosted a grand feast featuring 'Holige' for hundreds of villagers, showcasing his deep love for the animal. https://tv9kannada.com/videos/tumakuru-farmer-performs-grand-baby-shower-for-pregnant-cow-serves-holige-feast-to-village-1219407.html

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Mysuru to inaugurate the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Center and Viveka Memorial built by Ramakrishna Ashram. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will welcome the PM at the Oval Grounds. The visit includes prayers at the Ramakrishna Math and a public address at the Vidyashala Stadium. Over 2,000 additional police personnel have been deployed, and drone flights are banned in the city for security reasons. https://udayavani.com/district-news/Modi-to-inaugurate-Vivek-Memorial-in-Mysore-today-112320

Former Udupi City Municipality Vice-President Lakshmi Manjunath Kola died on the spot after being hit by a private bus near Lions Circle on Saturday. The incident occurred while she was crossing the road. She was the wife of BJP leader Manju Kola. Udupi traffic police have visited the spot and initiated an investigation into the accident. https://publicnext.com/news/district/udupi/accident/kn/udupi-former-vice-president-of-udupi-municipal-corporation-lakshmi-manjunath-dies-after-being-hit-by-a-private-bus-1280290

Students of Impulse PU Science College in Hubballi have achieved top ranks in the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA). Vaishnavi Pawar secured the 46th state rank, while Anvesha Kambalimath and Lavanya Suvarnakar secured the 161st and 205th ranks respectively. The college management and staff congratulated the students on their significant academic milestone. https://publicnext.com/news/district/hubballi-dharwad/education/kn/achievement-of-impulse-girl-students-in-nata-examination-a-significant-milestone-in-the-education-sector-1279523

In Indian tradition, adding a 1 rupee coin to gift amounts like 101, 501, or 1001 is considered auspicious. While zero represents an end, adding one symbolizes a new beginning and prosperity. Mathematically, these numbers are prime, symbolizing unbreakable bonds that cannot be divided. Folk beliefs suggest the extra rupee acts as a 'debt' ensuring a future meeting, while metal coins represent Goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing that the gift will grow like a seed in the recipient's life. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/astrology/2026/Jul/31/why-we-add-1-rupee-coin-in-monetary-gift