The Centre raised concerns over the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video and the presence of child sexual abuse material on Meta platforms during a 45-minute meeting with senior company officials. Government representatives said social media platforms must follow Indian laws while protecting user safety. Meta explained that the removal of the Prime Minister's video was caused by a technical error and said it has strong content moderation and fact-checking systems. The meeting also reviewed compliance with government rules and platform safety. Another round of discussions between the government and Meta officials is scheduled for Thursday. (PC: India Today)

At least 17 people were killed and 45 others injured after Russia launched ballistic missiles and drones at Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight, Ukrainian officials said. Homes, warehouses and a railway station were damaged in one of the deadliest attacks on the capital this year. President Volodymyr Zelensky said more air defence interceptors from allies could have saved lives and reduced the destruction. Russia said it targeted military logistics hubs, weapons storage sites and drone facilities. Ukraine also reported intercepting 98 drones during the attack. Fighting and drone strikes continued on both sides of the conflict. (PC: BBC)

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has secured the deportation of Vishakha Rathod from the United Arab Emirates in connection with an alleged ₹88 crore investment fraud case. She is accused of misleading investors by promising fixed monthly returns and diverting the money through multiple bank and demat accounts. A Red Notice was issued against her through Interpol. Rathod arrived in Pune on August 3 and was taken into custody by Maharashtra Police. Her husband, Avinash Rathod, who is alleged to be the mastermind of the fraud, was extradited from the UAE to India in July. The investigation is ongoing. (PC: NDTV)

India and Myanmar are discussing a possible exchange of small border areas to settle an undemarcated section of the international boundary in Manipur, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that talks are ongoing to resolve a few unsettled stretches of the border but did not confirm any final agreement. Reports have suggested the proposal involves a limited land swap to complete border demarcation and support future fencing. The reported plan has faced opposition from civil society groups in Manipur, which say the state's territorial integrity should not be changed without public consent. (PC: India Today)

Pakistan has introduced new travel rules requiring foreign journalists to get government approval before reporting outside Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi. The regulations took effect immediately under the Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines, 2026. Journalists must also register with the government and apply separately for official accreditation. The move comes after international criticism of Pakistan's handling of protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), where reports have alleged civilian deaths, arrests and restrictions on the media. Pakistan says the new rules create a formal system for foreign media. The government has denied allegations of excessive force during the protests in PoK. (PC: The Print)

Jordan Football Association president Prince Ali bin Hussein has accused FIFA president Gianni Infantino of "blackmail", claiming support for Infantino was linked to help for Jordan's football federation. Prince Ali said FIFA also has not released the prize money owed to Jordan for reaching the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup final. He said the federation refused to endorse Infantino despite the alleged pressure. Prince Ali also raised concerns over high World Cup costs, including visa issues for fans and taxes paid by Jordan because the team was based in the United States. FIFA has not responded to the allegations. (PC: The Indian Express)

A part of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is believed to have crashed into the Moon after drifting through space for months. The 4,000kg upper stage separated from the rocket after launch as planned but later entered an unintended path toward the lunar surface. Scientists are expected to confirm the impact using ground-based telescopes, as no live images of the event are available. NASA said the crash poses no risk to Earth and will provide valuable data to improve tracking of objects in space. Experts also say the incident highlights growing concerns about space debris and its effect on future space missions. (PC: BBC)

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke said the youth-led platform will continue to work as a pressure group and has no plans to enter politics. Speaking before the group's core committee meeting in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Dipke said CJP will now focus on issues such as the E20 fuel policy, rising unemployment and student protests in Jharkhand over alleged exam irregularities. He said the organisation wants to improve accountability in public institutions through peaceful public action. CJP also said it will support protesting students, seek withdrawal of FIRs against protesters and continue working under the guidance of Sonam Wangchuk. (PC: HT)

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto drank water on the 3rd day of his indefinite hunger strike after activist Sonam Wangchuk urged him to do so during a video call. Wangchuk expressed concern about Mahto's health and asked him to stay hydrated while continuing the protest. Mahto said taking water did not mean he had ended his fast. "I will not consume food until the government fulfills our demands. I have only taken water," he said. The protest is over alleged irregularities in JPSC, JSSC CGL and other recruitment exams. The protesters want exam reforms and an independent investigation into the alleged irregularities. (PC: India Today)

At least 17 people were killed and 44 injured after Russia launched ballistic missiles and drones on Kyiv in one of the capital's deadliest attacks this year. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said more Patriot missile interceptors from allies "could have saved lives" and blamed delays in air defence support for the heavy casualties. Ukraine said Russia fired 24 ballistic missiles and 115 drones, with air defences intercepting most drones but no ballistic missiles. Russia said it targeted military logistics hubs, supply centres and warehouses linked to Ukraine's defence operations. (PC: NDTV)