😷 Air pollution linked to many cancers globally 😷

Long-term exposure to air pollution is now linked to millions of cancer cases worldwide, extending beyond just lung cancer. Researchers analyzed 109 million cancer cases across 34 countries between 2000 and 2020. The study estimated about 8.82 million cases were linked to PM2.5 over that 20-year period. This suggests a broader impact on cancers like breast and thyroid due to inflammation. The findings highlight the need for stronger global action to reduce harmful air quality.

🌧️ CM evades questions amid Gurugram flooding scare

The Haryana Chief Minister reportedly avoided answering questions regarding the recent flooding in Gurugram. Security personnel were seen pushing a reporter during the incident. Specific details about the flood damage or response timeline were not provided in the report. The situation highlights ongoing public scrutiny over local governance issues. Further updates on the flooding response are awaited from authorities.

🛡️ SIM card rules tighten starting August 2026

New telecom rules mandate providers stop new SIMs for users hitting connection limits from August 24, 2026. This applies to individuals in India, with limits of nine generally and six in J&K, Assam, and North-East. The Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) will now help track and verify subscribers against these caps. This crackdown aims to curb cybercrime and prevent fraud using multiple identities. Consumers should check their current registered connections to stay compliant. 📱

🕊️ Filmmaker Kuku Kohli Passes Away at 77

Filmmaker Kuku Kohli passed away after suffering a heart attack at the age of 77. His funeral was held at the Oshiwara crematorium in Mumbai. Wife Aruna Irani, Katrina Kaif, and Vicky Kaushal attended the service. The late filmmaker worked with several veteran actors and industry friends. Further details regarding the service are expected from his associates.

🏛️ India slams UN report's 'malicious' claims

India rejected what it termed as 'politically motivated' and 'highly malicious' references in a UN committee's rights report. This rejection came from the Ministry of External Affairs regarding the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD) press release. The review, held on August 11-12, covered India’s 12th and 21st combined periodic reports submitted in 2023. India highlighted its constitutional safeguards and legal framework during the review to counter the allegations. The MEA confirmed it will respond to the committee’s observations through the established procedure. 🇮🇳

🏡 UP village skips Raksha Bandhan due to old curse

A specific village in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district reportedly avoids celebrating Raksha Bandhan every year. This tradition is followed by families in Benipur Chak and others belonging to the same lineage. The practice dates back generations to an incident involving a Thakur family and a Yadav family in Aligarh’s Atrauli area. A playful demand for property made during a Rakhi exchange turned into a serious ancestral promise. Consequently, the families stopped celebrating the festival to avoid unwanted situations. 🤷

🧬 Ghost lineages found in modern DNA 🤯

Scientists identified genetic traces from two unknown ancient human lineages using the TRACE method. These lineages were found in modern DNA samples analyzed at the University of California, Berkeley. One lineage split around 800,000 years ago, while the other separated roughly 1.8 million years ago. The findings suggest ancient human evolution involved complex gene exchanges across populations with no fossils. This reveals the human family tree was far more interconnected than previously thought.

📈 Gold's Price Action: What to Watch Next

Gold is currently trading just under $4,633 after breaking below a bullish channel's lower trend line. This movement is happening while the price consolidates near the 50 EMA at $4,634. The short-term outlook is weak as the price struggles to breach resistance between $4,673 and $4,698. Key support levels are identified at $4,606, followed by $4,573 and $4,545. Traders should watch these levels as the broader trend remains bullish.

📉 India house price growth slows to 3.6% in Q1 FY27

India's house price growth moderated to 3.6% year-on-year in the first quarter of FY27. This data, from the Reserve Bank of India, shows the All-India House Price Index rose to 117.5 in Q1 FY27. The annual growth was mainly pushed by cities like Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kanpur, Lucknow, and Thiruvananthapuram. Despite the slower annual pace, the index saw a 1.1% quarter-on-quarter jump driven by Chandigarh, Lucknow, and Thiruvananthapuram. This indicates a mixed market where prices keep rising, but the appreciation speed is now more modest.

🗳️ Meghalaya Party Chief Claims True Trinamool Identity

A Meghalaya party chief has made a statement asserting that his faction represents the authentic Trinamool party. This declaration was made amidst ongoing political uncertainty within the region. The specific figures and dates regarding the split or dispute were not detailed in the report. The party chief is positioning himself as the legitimate successor to the original party structure. Future developments will depend on the political maneuvering between the factions involved.

🔫 Feared Mob Boss Yanis Yushvaev Shot Dead in Caesarea

Israeli mob boss Yanis Yushvaev, known as the head of the Caucasian Mafia, was fatally shot at a gas station in Caesarea on Sunday. Security footage revealed a man in a gray hoodie shot Yushvaev from close range while he was leaving the station with two others. The 40-year-old resident collapsed at the scene and was pronounced dead by medics. Yushvaev had a history of arrests related to shootings and feuds, including a recent airport detention. Police have now launched an intense manhunt for the suspected assailants. 🔫