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The Primary School, founded by Priscilla Chan, has closed after a decade of operation. Funding from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative ceased, leading to the board's decision. Academic results fell short of state benchmarks and leadership expectations. Around 540 students will now join the Ravenswood City Elementary School District. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative provided financial support for the transition and student savings.

Data from Kerala Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Network says that the resistance profile of primary antibiotics used to treat the infection is growing

Case filed against Kasaragod Divisional Forest Officer Jose Matthew following a complaint that he allegedly behaved indecently towards women passengers and made obscene gestures while travelling on the Okha Express

Congress alleged that the Centre was seeking control over Odisha’s natural resources, including its water, forests, land and minerals, after coming to power in the State, in the name of ‘Odia Asmita’ (Odia pride).

Several people were hospitalised after the leakage occurred in a 900-kg capacity chlorine gas cylinder at the water treatment plant in Godhani village at around 1 a.m., the Nagpur Municipal Corporation said

The rupee began the trading day on a stronger note against the US dollar, appreciating by seven paise to 95.64. Nonetheless, concerns over geopolitical tensions and steady demand from importers curbed significant gains. Compounded by elevated Brent crude prices, the rupee traded cautiously. Investors are particularly attentive to anticipated sanctions impacting Iran's oil sector. Notably, India's foreign exchange reserves saw a remarkable rise in the latest reporting week.

From September 1, international travelers departing from India are set to benefit from a new policy that eliminates the necessity for boarding pass stamping at immigration counters. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of the travel process. Passengers have the option to present their boarding passes, either in electronic format or as a printed copy.

A Kerala consumer commission ordered a refund of Rs 3.7 lakh and Rs 2 lakh compensation. Two individuals promised employment in Israel and took the money. Repeated postponements and fake travel documents constituted unfair trade practice. The commission noted the lack of evidence for genuine arrangements. The accused failed to appear and contest the complaint.

The proposed Parandur airport project has been officially dropped by the Tamil Nadu government. Chennai airport will now undergo expansion on its north-west side with a new terminal. This expansion aims to handle twenty million additional passengers annually. The fareless travel scheme for women will also be expanded to all government buses. New sites for airport development are currently under consideration and will be finalized soon.

Ranveer Singh's attorneys have contested the jurisdiction of the Indian Motion Picture Producers Association regarding the 'Don 3' controversy. They assert that the association lacks the authority to adjudicate this matter. Meanwhile, Excel Entertainment is pursuing compensation for Singh's withdrawal from the project. His legal team has indicated potential legal measures should the association rule unfavorably. Currently, the association's lawyers are scrutinizing the situation.

Heavy rainfall is affecting several parts of India on August 24, 2026, with the IMD forecasting heavy to very heavy rain in parts of Odisha and rainfall in Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Sikkim and other regions. There is no nationwide school holiday, but some Odisha districts have announced closures following adverse weather conditions. Parents and students should check district administration and school notifications before travelling.

A large number of protestors had gathered at Jantar Mantar carrying banners, posters and saffron flags and raised slogans against caste-based reservation.

Videos circulating on social media appeared to show Carse being led away from a club in handcuffs by four police officers. Carse, who is part of England's squad for the second Test against Pakistan, was seen outside a nightclub in Derby.

The court noted that the Enforcement wing had not taken any action against vehicles used in public places with wheels projecting outside the vehicles’ bodies

Students demanded that allowances and other financial provisions be linked to the Consumer Price Index so that they increase annually in line with inflation.

NSA Ajit Doval’s China visit a few weeks before India’s hosting of the BRICS Summit on September 12 is an indication that both sides are preparing for a first visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping in seven years

Teachers in the flood-prone region of Bhind, Madhya Pradesh, embark on a daily adventure as they navigate the surging Baisali river in inflated tubes. Their commitment to reaching remote schools on time is fueled by the stringent requirements of an e-attendance application. The heavy monsoon rains transform the journey into a perilous crossing, highlighting their dedication to education amidst adversity.