📱 Android 17 August update hits Pixel phones

Google is rolling out the Android 17 August security patch to multiple Pixel devices. This update affects models like the Pixel 8, 9, and the newer Pixel 10 series, including various Pro and Fold variants. The patch includes one specific security fix beyond the standard bulletin, with a variant for Rogers in Canada. Updates for the Pixel 10 series fix crashes in gaming apps and improve GPU performance. Users should check for this rollout to ensure their devices are running the latest software.

🚨 IDFC fraud accused caught in hotel, escape plot revealed

Chandigarh Police uncovered an alleged conspiracy involving a key accused in the multi-crore IDFC Bank fraud case. Vikram Wadhwa was found in a hotel instead of returning to Model Jail, Burail, after a medical check-up. The incident involved police officials SI Jagmehar Singh and ASI Surender, along with Vikram Wadhwa and his sons Karan and Kunal. Police allege the sons bribed the officers to help Wadhwa escape from custody from the hotel. All five individuals have been named in the FIR and have since been sent to jail. 🚨

🧠 Heart Health Links to Faster Alzheimer's Brain Loss

Lower cardiac output has been found to predict a faster rate of brain loss in individuals who carry the Alzheimer's disease risk gene. Researchers observed this trend in a study conducted across a group of participants. The findings, detailed in Medical Xpress, involved data collected over several years. This suggests that cardiovascular health plays a crucial role in the progression of neurodegenerative diseases. Future research will focus on developing interventions targeting cardiac function to slow cognitive decline.

🏛️ Minister welcomes court's rejection of CBI probe plea

The Minister for Roads and Buildings, B.C. Janardhan Reddy, welcomed the High Court of Andhra Pradesh's dismissal of a PIL. This PIL was filed by YSRCP MLC Parvatha Reddy Chandrasekhar Reddy demanding a CBI probe into 'DSC irregularities.' The court's ruling was seen as a rebuke to the YSRCP's political maneuvering. Reddy stated the coalition government ran the DSC recruitment transparently for the youth. Final results were released only after all candidate objections were examined.

🏥 ESIC wage ceiling hike to ₹30,000 being considered

Employees' representatives requested the Union Government raise the ESIC wage limit to ₹30,000 from the current ₹21,000. This demand was raised during an ESIC meeting held in New Delhi on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. If approved, ESIC could cover over 50 lakh additional workers beyond the present 3.8 crore insured people. Trade unions argue that revising the ceiling, especially for basic wages, will expand ESIC coverage significantly. The Union Labour Minister, Mansukh Mandaviya, stated the government is currently considering the proposal for a decision soon. 🏥

📚 AP Teacher Eligibility Test starts August 5th

The Andhra Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) 2026 is scheduled to take place from August 5 to August 16, 2026. Exam convenor M. Venkata Krishna Reddy announced the test will run in 22 CBT sessions across 103 centers. A total of 2,38,252 applications were received, with 74,711 in-service teachers applying. The exam sessions are set for 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Candidates must arrive at the center one hour early with their hall ticket.

🏏 Sutherland keeps Sunrisers Leeds hopes alive

Sunrisers Leeds defeated London Spirits by 5 wickets in a tight match at Headingley. Annabel Sutherland, playing for Sunrisers Leeds, performed well in the chase against London Spirits. The scores were 142 for 5 for Sunrisers Leeds against 136 for 7 for London Spirits, on August 4, 2026. This win was crucial as both teams had only one victory this summer, making qualification possible. Sutherland secured the win with a six, ensuring a lifeline for the hosts moving forward. 🏏

🧐 TMC rebel MPs skip NDA meet amid alliance drama

Three NCPI MPs deliberately skipped the NDA parliamentarians' meeting on Tuesday, despite their group's outreach to the alliance. These MPs represent Muslim-majority constituencies in West Bengal, with their absence sparking scrutiny over the TMC rebels' political stance. The group of 20-member NCPI is still awaiting official recognition in the Lok Sabha from Speaker Om Birla. The MPs stated they would attend the Chief Minister's meeting regarding local development works. This situation highlights ongoing uncertainties regarding the NCPI's future association with the broader political alliance. 🧐

📈 Copper hits $14,000 amid US stockpile surge 💰

Copper prices surged to $14,000 a ton in London, driven by swelling US stockpiles ahead of a tariff announcement. Over 200,000 tons arrived at US ports in July, marking the largest volume since 2014. This influx has reduced global availability while LME inventories dropped to a five-month low. The rally is fueled by energy transition hopes and AI infrastructure build-out. Prices are showing signs of tightening supply in the short term.

🏏 Zaheer Khan's group buys Jaffna Kings for LPL

Anchor Sports AB, co-owned by Zaheer Khan, acquired the Jaffna Kings franchise, rebranding it as Anchor Jaffna Kings. This took place two weeks after their previous ownership, Sports Commune, was terminated in Sri Lanka. The acquisition occurs after SLC and LPL rights holders took emergency control since July 23. This move strengthens Anchor Sports' global portfolio, including teams in Belgium and Canada. The new ownership aims to invest in the team and support the league's ongoing growth. 🏏

🐐 Brock Lesnar retires from WWE career

Brock Lesnar officially announced his retirement from wrestling on Tuesday, Aug. 4, via The Pat McAfee Show. The WWE star confirmed this after his main event match against Oba Femi at SummerSlam 2026 night one in Minnesota. This followed a trilogy where Femi conquered him in a Hell in a Cell match on August 1, 2026. Lesnar, who had a decorated career starting in 2002, is ending his run in all combat sports. He is a 10-time WWE champion and a two-time Royal Rumble winner.