⚽ 6 Arab Federations Back FIFA Chief Against World Cup Plan

Six Arab football federations publicly backed FIFA President Gianni Infantino against the push for a World Cup stake sale. This support comes amid a revolt over his $20 billion private investment proposal, which faced global criticism. UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC condemned the plan as a 'fundamental breach of trust' and 'deception'. The alignment of Qatar and Lebanon against AFC has created notable regional tensions in football. Infantino, in office since 2016, now seems unopposed for re-election next March.

📱 Apple's foldable iPhone might be delayed despite September tease 📱

Apple's anticipated foldable iPhone could launch with the iPhone 18 series in September, but supply chain issues might delay customer availability. Reports indicate production challenges, including supply, pricing, and engineering validation, are impacting the rollout. Initially, the US is expected to get limited shipments before international regions like China. Analysts suggest a staggered release, possibly similar to the iPhone X's limited initial availability. Production volume is planned at around seven million units in the second half of 2026.

💔 Anupama addresses 'gold digger' tag amid breakup buzz

Anupama has publicly addressed the 'gold digger' allegations circulating about her. This controversy centers around rumors of a breakup with Dhurv Vikram. She revealed that she personally postponed the engagement ceremony recently. These remarks come amidst intense media speculation about her personal life. The actress is now expected to navigate the public scrutiny following this statement.

⚖️ Bar Council drops case against NALSAR students

The Bar Council of India officially dropped all proceedings against NALSAR students who objected to Chief Justice Surya Kant attending the convocation. This decision was made after the council had initially threatened not to enroll the students as advocates for their opposition campaign. The proceedings were closed on Thursday night, August 13, 2026, after reviewing feedback from senior advocates and citizens. The students had opposed the invite due to CJI Kant's dismissive comments regarding police force allegations in Delhi. Moving forward, the council is satisfied that the 2026 NALSAR batch was not involved in any disruption. ⚖️

📈 Mid-cap fund inflows hit Rs 6,000 crore in July

Mid-cap fund inflows surpassed Rs 6,000 crore during the month of July. This massive investment trend was observed across various mid-cap mutual funds in the market. Specifically, the top three funds were noted for their buying and selling activities during this period. The strong inflow indicates growing investor confidence in the mid-cap segment of the stock market. Analysts suggest this momentum might continue in the upcoming months. 📈

🏅 Cricket legend still waiting for Padma Shri award

Former India cricketer Farokh Engineer has been waiting for his Padma Shri award for 53 years since the initial announcement. He was informed by the team manager while playing international cricket in the mid-thirties, but no official government communication followed. This honour, the fourth-highest civilian award, was announced when he played 46 Tests and five ODIs between 1961 and 1975. Engineer has approached figures like Arun Jaitley and Jay Shah for assistance regarding the delayed recognition. The BCCI is now reportedly set to write to the government to highlight this long-standing issue. 🏏

🚂 Railway JE Recruitment 2026 Applications Open for 4098 Posts

The application process for the Railway Junior Engineer recruitment for 2026 has officially begun. This massive opportunity is being offered by the railway department across various locations. A total of 4098 posts are available for candidates to apply for. This recruitment drive is aimed at filling essential technical roles within the railway network. Interested individuals should check the official notification for further application details and deadlines.

🔭 Massive cosmic map reveals black holes and rare stars

The Sloan Digital Sky Survey V Data Release 20 is out, significantly expanding sky mapping globally. This release combines new Southern Hemisphere BOSS spectra with previous Northern data. It includes over three million spectra and 18 value-added catalogs as of February 2, 2025. Researchers can now study black holes, rare stars, and interstellar gas across both hemispheres. The data is available via the Science Archive Server for global scientific exploration. 🌌

🚀 Brokers are bullish on top Indian stocks 📈

Multiple domestic and global brokerages have started covering several Indian stocks across different sectors. Jefferies gave a Buy call on Kalyan Jewellers, forecasting a 36% upside from current levels. Systematix Institutional Equities has a Buy rating for Vedanta Aluminium, suggesting a 33% upside. ICICI Securities rated two banks with an Add rating, while Nuvama pointed to an 18% upside for KPR Mill. These calls suggest strong growth potential for these market players.

🧠 Apollo tests non-invasive brain treatment for tremor

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals is launching a clinical trial for the ZAP-X Gyroscopic Radiosurgery System. This research is being conducted at the hospital in Delhi to treat severe essential tremor non-invasively. The trial targets a specific brain area to reduce tremor, typically taking about an hour without general anaesthesia. Apollo is one of the first South Asian centers to use this precise brain treatment technology. The aim is to see if this method significantly improves patients' daily hand function. 🧠

🔋 Tata tries to build its own battery cells

Agratas, Tata Sons' battery division, is setting up a pilot line for LFP cells in Sanand, Gujarat. They are attempting this because Chinese companies have restricted the transfer of essential process knowledge. This pilot line involves Indian, South Korean, and Chinese engineers to refine the initial cell production. While patents for the basic compound are expired, the complex manufacturing expertise remains a major hurdle. The plan aims to reduce reliance on imports amidst escalating Chinese technology controls. 🔋