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Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar asked Higher Education Minister Basavaraj Rayaraddi to resolve the salary row at Mandya University. Legislators met the Chief Minister on Tuesday (August 18) to report that the university cannot pay 150 guest lecturers. They said, "It is not in a position to pay the salaries."
Pakistan’s Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered authorities to move jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan to Shifa International Hospital within 48 hours for medical treatment. The court also directed officials to form a medical board and allow weekly family meetings. Khan has been in jail since August 5, 2023.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought responses from the Centre, states, and tech giants X and Meta regarding a petition against police social media posts. The plea claims police often reveal identities of accused persons and show them being treated in dehumanising ways. CJI Kant said, "a regulatory regime has to be there."
Venkata Vasamsetty, a Green Card holder living in the US for 27 years, got detained by ICE on August 11. The North Carolina teacher is now held in Georgia. Her attorney Zoe Wilson said, "She has no criminal history. She has lived lawfully in this country for decades," while noting health concerns.
Colgate PerioGard became India’s first gum care regimen to earn the Indian Society of Periodontology Seal of Acceptance on August 18, 2026. The brand said, "Earning this independent validation is a proud reflection of our mission to elevate the standard of oral care in India." It sets a new benchmark.
Oncologist Dr Ankur Varshney explains the rise in cancer among young people in India. He said, "India's cancer registry data indicates that breast, thyroid, mouth and tongue cancers feature prominently among younger adults." Better awareness and diagnostic tests helped detect more cases, but people should focus on healthy lifestyle choices.
The Supreme Court warned airlines on Monday to follow rules or face grounding. Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said, “If airlines are not complying, ground them.” The Centre promised to finalize new aviation rules within three weeks. The court is currently hearing a plea about high airfares and baggage fees.
The Cockroach Janata Party on Tuesday alleged that its Kolkata meet-up was cancelled after BJP leaders threatened venue owners. Asutosh Ranka said, "Our scheduled Kolkata Meet-Up at Bharat Sabha Hall in North Kolkata has now been cancelled." Six other halls also refused to host the event, citing massive state pressure.
Sonia Gandhi’s memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," will be published on November 10. Alfred A. Knopf announced the book on August 18, 2026. Gandhi said, "It was heartbreak and loss that threw me into the public world of politics." She reflects on her life, family, and political career in India.
The Pakistani Army reviewed the Discovery docuseries "Declassified: Operation Sindoor" on Tuesday, calling it a "highly dramatised" and one-sided account. The series premiered on August 15, detailing the 88-hour mission launched on May 7, 2025. India’s top leadership shared their views, but Pakistan’s military wing rejected the documentary’s success claims.
A powerful earthquake killed at least 70 people in eastern Indonesia on Saturday. Thousands of homes fell, leaving 40,000 people in camps. Many children now struggle with fear and trauma. Rano, a survivor, said, “Suddenly, we felt a tremor that kept getting stronger.” Aid workers now provide support to families.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Union government to set up specialised elephant clinics and mandate periodic health check-ups for captive elephants. "You worship the elephant. Take care it," the court said. Authorities must now maintain medical records and complete DNA profiling for over 2,700 elephants across India.