Chiranjeevi financial aid to actor Ramesh highlights the megastar's continued support for members of the Telugu film industry. As actor Ramesh undergoes treatment for a brain stroke at Apollo Hospital, Chiranjeevi has extended financial assistance and ensured that the family receives the necessary medical support during this difficult time. Chiranjeevi Steps Forward to Support Actor Ramesh Megastar Chiranjeevi has once again demonstrated

Protest FIR impact on passport and career can extend beyond the protest site. FIR effect on passport application, student visa criminal background checks and police verification may create delays even without conviction.   Students joining peaceful demonstrations may not always consider how a police complaint could affect their future. An FIR does not establish guilt, but legal experts say it can still create problems during passport verificat

Expanded Morning Meal Programme to Reach 35 Lakh Students Tamil Nadu has renamed its school morning meal programme after former Chief Minister K Kamaraj and extended it to Classes 6–8. The expanded phase begins September 17 and is expected to take total coverage to 35 lakh students across the state. Tamil Nadu Renames Breakfast Scheme After Kamaraj, Expands Coverage Tamil Nadu has renamed its school breakfast programme in hono

The Centre has appointed Naresh Pal Gangwar as India's new Higher Education Secretary, replacing Vineet Joshi in a major bureaucratic reshuffle. With extensive administrative experience, Gangwar now leads higher education policy, university governance and National Education Policy implementation.   The Central Government has appointed senior IAS officer Naresh Pal Gangwar as Secretary of the Department of Higher Education, su

Kandula Jessie’s Journey From School Lab to Space Mission Kandula Jessie, a Class 10 student from an Andhra Pradesh government school, has been selected among 20 Indian participants for Mission ShakthiSAT. Her journey from a school tinkering lab to an international lunar CubeSat programme highlights the importance of STEM education, teacher support, and consistent effort. A Government School Dream Reaches for the Moon Dowleswaram, Andhra Pradesh, July 23, 2026: Fourteen-year-old Kandula Jessie has secured a place among 20 Indian participants selected for Mission ShakthiSAT, an international all-girls lunar CubeSat initiative. Jessie studies at Zilla Parishad Girls High School in Dowleswaram and is reportedly the only student from Andhra Pradesh included in the final Indian group. She was selected through a programme involving nearly 12,000 girls from 108 countries. How Kandula Jessie Earned Her Place Jessie’s journey began at her school’s Atal Tinkering Lab. Her physical science teacher and laboratory in-charge, Manimala, recognised her interest in science and encouraged her to enrol in the programme. The Mission ShakthiSAT curriculum covers subjects far beyond the regular Class 10 syllabus. Its modules include satellite systems, propulsion, thermodynamics, payload development, and other areas of space technology. Jessie continued attending online classes after school, even when she found the advanced concepts difficult. The programme reportedly included around 550 online sessions across 21 learning modules. Her determination to understand unfamiliar subjects helped her progress through the demanding selection process. Selection Tested Knowledge and Communication Skills The selection process involved online coursework, an interview lasting around one hour, and a short video presentation. Jessie was asked to explain Mission ShakthiSAT and discuss the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. The interview was conducted entirely in English with international scientists and programme coordinators. Jessie spent weeks improving her communication skills with the support of her teachers and educational videos. Her selection reflected more than academic knowledge. It also demonstrated her willingness to improve, communicate confidently and continue learning despite the challenges. Family Supported Her Through Financial Difficulties Jessie’s father works as a carpenter. Her parents had earlier moved her from a private school to a government school because of financial difficulties. Her mother, Aruna, described watching Jessie confidently interact with international scientists as one of the family’s proudest moments. The achievement has also brought recognition to her school and the teachers who encouraged her scientific interests. Jessie’s success shows how timely guidance and access to practical learning opportunities can help students from modest backgrounds compete internationally. ShakthiSAT Training to Begin in New Delhi The next stage of Jessie’s programme is scheduled to begin in New Delhi on August 23, 2026. She is expected to work with scientists and other participants on satellite design, payload development, and mission operations. The student-built lunar CubeSat is proposed for launch from Sriharikota on October 11, 2026. The launch schedule may remain subject to technical and operational confirmation. Mission ShakthiSAT aims to give girls from different countries practical exposure to satellite development, space science and STEM education. The programme brings together students from 108 countries for scientific learning and collaborative space projects. Jessie Hopes to Join ISRO Jessie now hopes to build a career in space science and eventually join the Indian Space Research Organisation. Her selection has strengthened her belief that determination and regular effort can help her achieve that goal. She also hopes to support her parents and make her teachers and school proud. Her journey from a government-school laboratory to an international space programme underlines the value of Atal Tinkering Labs, supportive teachers, and accessible STEM opportunities. For students from financially constrained families, Jessie’s achievement offers a powerful message: scientific talent can emerge from any classroom when curiosity receives the right guidance.

ISRO VSSC Apprentice Walk-In 2026 for 460 Posts on July 25 Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre will conduct a walk-in selection drive in Thiruvananthapuram on July 25, 2026, for 460 Graduate and Technician Apprentice training positions. Candidates will be shortlisted on academic marks and eligibility.

India’s Himalayan Surveillance Network Expands Near the China Border India is strengthening high-altitude surveillance from Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh through mountain radars, airborne warning platforms, satellite imagery, and integrated command networks. The effort aims to close terrain-driven detection gaps along the Line of Actual Control.   Why India Is Strengthening Detection Along the LAC India’s Himalayan

Japan Jiko Bukken Ghost Investigation Service Explained Tokyo, July 21, 2026: The Japan jiko bukken ghost investigation service has attracted attention for conducting overnight examinations of properties associated with deaths or other disturbing incidents. Contrary to viral claims that people are being paid 88,000 yen to sleep in allegedly haunted houses, available reports indic

Mumbai Man Sends Food to CJP Protesters During Delhi Rain A prepaid food order sent by Mumbai resident Anuj Rawat reached CJP protesters at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar during heavy rain. The gesture highlighted how supporters outside the capital were remotely helping demonstrators with meals, tea, and snacks. Rain-Soaked Delivery Earns Praise at Jantar Mantar New Delhi, July 21, 2026: A Mumbai man sent food to CJ

EPFO Pension Not Credited? Submit Jeevan Pramaan From Home An expired Digital Life Certificate can interrupt an EPS pension after 12 months. Pensioners can check their Jeevan Pramaan status, generate a fresh certificate through face authentication, or request IPPB doorstep assistance without visiting an EPFO office. An EPFO pension stopped due to life certificate expiry can create considerable worry for pensioners who depend on monthly payments. Under the Employe

UDID Card Railway Concession Process: Eligibility and How to Apply The UDID card railway concession process allows eligible persons with disabilities to access discounted train travel and establish a nationally recognised disability identity. Depending on the disability category and travel class, Indian Railways may provide a ticket concession of up to 75%. However, a UDID card does not automatically make every cardholder eligible for discounted railway

TVK Leader Bribe Allegation Sparks Row After Vijay’s Karur Speech A fresh political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after BJP leader Vinoj P Selvam circulated footage that allegedly shows a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam functionary receiving money from a government contractor. The allegation emerged shortly after Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay delivered a strong anti-corruption message during his public meeting in Karur. The authenticity of the circula

New EPFO Portal: PF Claims, Balance Check To Get Faster For Employees The new EPFO portal is expected to make PF claims, balance checks, and claim tracking faster for employees by bringing key provident fund services under a centralised digital system. The upgrade is aimed at reducing delays, cutting manual work, and making EPFO services easier to access for millions of members. New EPFO Portal Brings Services Under One Platform

UIDAI clarifies Aadhaar validity The Unique Identification Authority of India has clarified that all official forms of Aadhaar carry the same validity. This means Aadhaar Letter, e-Aadhaar, Aadhaar PVC Card, and Aadhaar available through the Aadhaar App can all be used as valid identity proof wherever Aadhaar is accepted. The clarification is important becaus

Revathy, Padmapriya Quit Association of Malayalam Movie Artists Over Safety And Accountability Issues Actors Revathy and Padmapriya Janakiraman have resigned from the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), citing concerns over safety, dignity, accountability, and equal treatment in the Malayalam film industry. Their resignation highlights growing questions over whether AMMA has done enough to address workplace safety and structural inequality fac