In a dramatic twist to the Dharmasthala mass burial case, the key whistleblower, a former sanitation worker was arrested for allegedly furnishing false evidence and misleading Karnataka’s Special Investigation Team. He had claimed to have buried 70–80 bodies between 1998 and 2014, but police found only one male skeleton at the identified sites. The skull he initially presented was revealed to be fake. He faces charges of perjury and will be produced before a magistrate. Despite denying any intent to malign the temple, he alleged that many victims showed signs of sexual assault. His claims are now under intense scrutiny. (PC: India Today & NDTV)

Renowned economist and Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen voiced concern over rising linguistic intolerance against Bengali-speaking individuals in India. Speaking at a public discussion themed “India’s Youth: Social Opportunities They Should Have,” Sen cited media reports of Bengalis being pushed to Bangladesh for speaking their language. With characteristic wit, he joked about speaking French instead though he doesn’t know the language. Sen emphasized India’s cultural diversity and called for respect toward Bengali heritage, warning against professional hurdles and disrespect faced by Bengali speakers. He urged recognition of Bengali civilization’s rich history and advocated protest if cultural dignity is undermined. His remarks spotlight growing anxieties around identity and inclusion in contemporary India.(PC: Lokmat Times)

The Supreme Court has asked Delhi to release sterilised and vaccinated stray dogs back to their areas. But experts say the city is not ready. Animal Birth Control (ABC) centres are overcrowded, underfunded, and short of staff. Nearly 43% of posts in the Municipal Corporation’s veterinary department are vacant, leaving few officers to run sterilisation and vaccination drives. Poor waste management also worsens the issue, as garbage dumps continue to feed stray dogs. Animal groups warn that without timely funds, adoption drives, and stronger civic systems, the new order may fail just like earlier efforts. (PC: HT)

Supreme Court has stopped its earlier order to move all stray dogs in Delhi and nearby cities into shelters. The new ruling allows dogs to be released back after vaccination and sterilisation. Only rabid or aggressive dogs will be kept in shelters. The court also banned feeding strays in public spaces, asking for special areas instead. Animal lovers may adopt dogs, but they cannot return them to the streets. Activists welcomed the decision as more humane. The court said a national stray dog policy will be made after reviewing cases across states. (PC: BBC)

A train in North Bengal came to a sudden halt to save an elephant walking on the tracks, turning a tense moment into one of compassion. The incident was captured in a video shared by IFS officer Parveen Kaswan. It shows the elephant increasing its pace and shrieking after spotting the train, which then stopped in time. The animal calmly returned to the forest. The loco pilot, Shri S. Toppo, and assistant loco pilot, Shri S. Haldar, were praised for their alertness. Social media users hailed their quick action, calling it a life-saving gesture for the gentle giant.

On August 22, 2025, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar celebrated his daughter Sara Tendulkar’s achievement: the opening of her long-cherished Pilates studio in Mumbai, which he lauded as a journey built “brick by brick.” The heartfelt social media post, accompanied by inauguration snapshots with wife Anjali, highlighted Sara’s dedication and her belief in combining nutrition and movement as central to wellness . Sara, who was recently named the face of Tourism Australia's “Come and Say G’day” campaign in India, shared that she meticulously crafted the studio to align with her vision and values. (PC: X)  

The Supreme Court on August 22, 2025, permitted individuals whose names were omitted from Bihar’s draft electoral rolls to submit online claims using either their Aadhaar card or any one of 11 documents recognized by the Election Commission of India . Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi urged Bihar’s 12 recognized political parties to mobilize Booth Level Agents (BLAs) to assist affected voters, as only two objections had been filed so far by over 160,800 BLAs . The court set a submission deadline of September 1, 2025, and scheduled its next hearing for September 8 to review compliance. (The Indian EXPRESS)

The Supreme Court on Friday softened its earlier August 11 order on stray dogs, calling a complete removal “too harsh.” A bench led by Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and NV Anjaria ruled that dogs sterilised and vaccinated must be returned to their original areas, except rabid or aggressive ones. The court directed civic bodies to create designated feeding zones but banned feeding on streets. Authorities must also set up helplines for complaints. The bench warned that individuals or NGOs obstructing dog-catching may be fined ₹25,000. The court stressed practical solutions over unrealistic mass relocation orders. (PC: HT)

The Supreme Court on Friday revised its order on stray dogs, asking NGOs to deposit Rs 2 lakh and individual dog lovers Rs 25,000 with the court registry to continue in the case. The money will be used for stray dog welfare, including shelters and feeding zones. The bench clarified the order does not apply to common citizens. The court also banned feeding stray dogs in public places, directing civic bodies to create designated feeding areas. Stray dogs can be released after sterilisation, vaccination, and deworming. Aggressive or rabid dogs must be quarantined. The order now covers all states. (PC: India Today)

The Supreme Court of India has ordered the Election Commission of India (ECI) to accept Aadhaar as one of the valid identity documents—alongside 11 others—for voters excluded during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar’s electoral rolls . The court emphasized the need for a “voter-friendly” process, allowing applicants to submit claims online and physical forms by September 1 . It also expressed surprise at political parties’ inaction, directing 12 parties to actively assist affected voters, and demanded transparency in corrections. (PC: NDTV)