Preparations are complete for the counting of votes for the Bankipur assembly by-election in Bihar on August 3. The process will take place at AN College, Patna, across 14 tables in 30 rounds. A three-tier security system featuring 25 companies of central forces and BSAP personnel is in place. The main contest involves BJP's Neeraj Kumar Sinha, RJD's Rekha Gupta, and Jan Suraaj's Prashant Kishor. Kishor has alleged that 18 of his party workers were detained by police without clear reasons during the election period. https://www.deshbandhu.co.in/bihar/bihar-countdown-to-the-bankipur-by-election-vote-count-begins-the-fate-of-25-candidates-will-be-decided-313499

Ex-soldier Soman Rana won a gold medal for India in the Men's Shot Put F57 category at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. He recorded a throw of 13.40 meters, while compatriot Shubham Juyal secured silver. Soman, who lost his right leg in a landmine blast in 2006 while serving in the Indian Army at the Poonch border, transitioned to para-sports and achieved historic success. This marks India's first-ever gold in this category at the CWG. https://tv9telugu.com/sports/other-sports/cwg-2026-ex-army-soldier-soman-rana-wins-gold-in-mens-shot-put-f57-event-1878636.html

A mass shooting at an 'In-N-Out' restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, resulted in three deaths, including the 24-year-old attacker, Chad Williams, who committed suicide. The police revealed that a brave off-duty state trooper and an armed citizen confronted the attacker, potentially saving many lives. The incident occurred just a week after the restaurant's opening, leaving seven people injured, with two in critical condition. Owner Lynsi Snyder expressed grief over the loss of a staff member, and the FBI is seeking public assistance for evidence. https://www.aajtak.in/world/story/us-idaho-twin-falls-fast-food-restaurant-shooting-shooter-suicide-investigation-ntc-drmt-dskc-2613883-2026-08-03

Agricultural activist Mannargudi Sethuraman, speaking on News18 Tamil Nadu's 'Sollathigaram' program, emphasized that the government must address agricultural issues legally and without delay. He urged for swift action on pending farmer concerns, stating that legal solutions are necessary and procrastination by the authorities should be avoided. https://tamil.news18.com/videos/tamil-nadu/sollathigaram-2175417.html

17-year-old Indian shuttler Tanvi Sharma reached the final of the Taipei Open Super 300 after defeating Chinese Taipei's Huang Yu-hsun 21-17, 21-11 in just 33 minutes. Tanvi, a Junior World Championship silver medalist, is now one step away from her first BWF World Tour title. She will face Vietnam's Thuy Linh Nguyen in the championship match on Sunday. While Tanvi advanced, another Indian, Unnati Hooda, lost her semi-final match. https://www.prime9news.com/national-news/tanvi-sharma-taipei-open-final

The Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple has been opened for the auspicious 'Nira Putharisi' puja. Melshanti Prasad Namboodiri opened the sanctum in the presence of Tantri Kandararu Mahesh Mohanaru. Due to heavy rainfall and flooding in parts of Kerala, devotee turnout has been low. Specialized rituals are being performed for the paddy ears kept at the Sannidhanam, which will be distributed as prasad. Security measures have been tightened at Pamba and Sannidhanam to ensure safety amid the bad weather. https://www.dinamaalai.com/news/sabarimalai/cid19074638.htm

Murg Zamin Doz is a unique chicken dish from the Mughal era that takes 24 hours to cook. The meat is marinated with yogurt, saffron, and almonds, wrapped in rumali roti, and sealed in an earthenware pot. It is then cooked slowly underground or on low heat, allowing the chicken to cook in its own juices. This dish was reportedly a favorite of Emperor Akbar and is renowned for its rich taste and elaborate preparation method. https://tv9telugu.com/photo-gallery/murg-zamin-doz-the-24-hour-royal-chicken-dish-mughal-kings-secret-recipe-1879859.html

The ICC has banned US cricketer Bodugum Akhilesh Reddy from all forms of cricket for eight years due to corruption. Reddy, an Indian-origin player, was found guilty of breaching three counts of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code related to the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 tournament. His suspension is effective from November 21, last year. The article also mentions Rashid Khan's 5-wicket haul in 'The Hundred', the Bangladesh team's arrival in Darwin for the Australia series, and Mohammad Abbas's exclusion from the Pakistan XI against West Indies. https://www.ajkerpatrika.com/sports/ajp2enbp3znqw

The railway line proposals between Sircilla and Vemulawada have undergone changes as part of the Manoharabad-Kothapalli project. Key updates include the Bhadrachalam railway project progress, the upcoming Warangal-Karimnagar highway, and Andhra Pradesh's four MoUs with Australian institutions. Additionally, Telangana has made an online road safety course mandatory for learner's licenses, and star pacer Jasprit Bumrah is ruled out of the Sri Lanka Test series. https://www.prime9news.com/andhrapradesh-news/railway-line-proposals-change