The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has warned that more than 1.4 billion accounts are hacked globally each month due to unsecured digital footprints. It highlighted risks from both passive and active footprints, stressing that weakly protected data can lead to identity theft and phishing. The CSC urged users to use official apps, review permissions, enable two-factor authentication, and stay vigilant.

Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam visited the Ram temple in Ayodhya and was welcomed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. During his visit, UP Cabinet Minister Surya Pratap Shahi highlighted the cultural connection between Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Mauritius.

The 67-year-old Radhakrishanan won the vice presidential election on Tuesday, defeating the joint opposition nominee B Sudershan Reddy by a margin of 152 votes.

Piter Navarro, former US President Donald Trump's aide, has again criticized India. This happened after his false claims on X were fact-checked. He accused Indians of manipulating a poll he posted. Navarro alleged foreign interests are using social media to push their agenda. He also attacked X's content moderation policies. Navarro has repeatedly targeted India with jibes and accusations.

Israel's Supreme Court has ordered the government to improve the quantity and quality of food provided to Palestinian detainees, citing a failure to meet basic subsistence needs. This rare rebuke during the Israel-Hamas war follows complaints of malnutrition and starvation in Israeli detention facilities.

Russia's Federal Medical Biological Agency (FMBA) has announced the successful completion of preclinical trials for its cancer vaccine, demonstrating safety and high efficacy. The vaccine, initially targeting colorectal cancer, showed significant reductions in tumor size and improved survival rates. Further advancements are being made in developing vaccines for glioblastoma and melanoma.

The high court on July 15 had dismissed three petitions challenging the construction of the Rs 229 crore passenger jetty and terminal facility proposed by the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) near the Gateway of India. A bench comprising Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran dismissed the appeal filed by one Laura D Souza against the high court verdict, saying the issue fell under the policy domain of the government.

Nepal witnessed a significant decrease in monsoon-related fatalities this year, with 82 deaths reported compared to 227 in 2024. A report by the NDRRMA indicates 22 people are still missing. The country experienced 22% less rainfall than average. Landslides, floods, heavy rain, and lightning affected nearly 3,899 families across Nepal between mid-April and August end.

The Khyber district administration has mandated that all Afghan nationals obtain passports and conduct business legally, setting an August 31 deadline. Simultaneously, a Landi Kotal resident accused a Tehsildar of unlawfully detaining his brother over a monetary dispute.

The Delhi High Court declined to halt trial court proceedings against Gautam Gambhir, his foundation, and others accused of illegally stocking and distributing COVID-19 drugs. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna agreed to hear Gambhir's petition for quashing the FIR on August 29.

Karnataka's Deputy CM D K Shivakumar surprised the Assembly. He sang the RSS anthem during a debate. This followed accusations about his role in a stampede near Chinnaswamy stadium. BJP legislators alleged he caused frenzy. Shivakumar defended his actions. He mentioned his KSCA involvement and Bengaluru minister role. The incident sparked amusement and silence in the House.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar began a three-day visit to Moscow to reinforce the strong India-Russia partnership amid rising tensions with the US over increased tariffs on Indian goods and Russian oil imports. He will co-chair the 26th India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission and hold talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on bilateral ties and global issues, including the Ukraine conflict.

The US SEC is seeking assistance from India's Ministry of Law and Justice to serve legal documents to Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani, regarding a civil securities case. This action is under the Hague Service Convention, as the defendants are based in India.

Donald Trump surprised Senator Lindsey Graham with a phone call during a public gathering, offering his full endorsement for Graham's 2026 re-election bid in South Carolina. Graham, seeking a fifth term, expressed gratitude and pledged to continue delivering the America First agenda.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged with German MP Jurgen Hardt in New Delhi, addressing the expanding bilateral relations and current global affairs. Their discussion highlights the robust strategic partnership between India and Germany, marked by frequent high-level meetings. Jaishankar also bid farewell to Slovenia's Ambassador to India, Mateja Vodeb Ghosh, acknowledging her role in strengthening ties.

A medical transport plane crashed and burned on Tuesday in northern Arizona's Navajo Nation. The incident resulted in the death of four individuals. The victims were medical personnel en route to pick up a patient. The crash involved a CSI Aviation company plane from Albuquerque. Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the cause.