⚽ Arsenal vs Como: Watch the pre-season clash

Arsenal is hosting Como at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday to bounce back from recent defeats. The match kicks off at 7:30pm BST, and fans can stream it free on the Arsenal YouTube channel across the UK, USA, India, and Australia. This friendly follows losses to Real Betis (3-1) and Borussia Dortmund (3-2). Bruno Guimaraes is expected to feature, marking his first appearance since joining for £75 million. This game is the final home preparation before facing Manchester City on August 16th. ⚽

🔥 Jharkhand protest escalates with lathi-charge and tear gas

Student protests in Jharkhand have turned into a major political confrontation involving water cannons, tear gas, and lathi-charge. This took place in Ranchi as JPSC and JSSC aspirants demanded transparency over recruitment exam irregularities. The escalation happened after protesters reached Vidhan Sabha Gate 1 and refused to move, according to the administration. This led to a strong political backlash, with the BJP calling a statewide bandh and the CM defending the action. The controversy is now playing out both on the streets and in political arenas. ✊

🏛️ TN Assembly pushes to scrap NEET exam

The Tamil Nadu Assembly adopted a resolution calling for the Union government to abolish the NEET exam. Health Minister K G Arunraj moved the resolution in the assembly in Chennai. This move was supported by DMK, AIADMK, PMK, and Left parties on Tuesday. The resolution stated NEET harms social justice and disadvantages rural, socio-economically weaker students. BJP MLA Bhojarajan opposed the resolution and walked out of the session.

😠 Court says sexual harassment claims against Brij Bhushan were fake

A Delhi court acquitted former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on August 3rd. This decision was made by Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Ashwini Panwar at Rouse Avenue Courts. The court noted that the allegations, brought by six women wrestlers, appeared politically motivated and rehearsed. Seven complainants had accused the BJP leader of sexual favors and 15 incidents of harassment. Vinesh Phogat stated that the complainants are disappointed and plan to appeal the court's ruling. 😠

🔥 Trump pivots to sanctions against Iran again

President Donald Trump is shifting back to financial pressure to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions. This move was made on Monday, August 10, 2026, following stalled talks and dwindling US weapon stockpiles. Trump claims Iran is financially broken, citing high inflation rates in the country. The administration is intensifying 'Operation Economic Fury,' targeting third parties trading with Iran. Experts caution that sanctions alone may not deliver the swift results initially promised. 😟

📈 Gold's rebound test near $4,360 after $4,430 rejection

Gold (XAU/USD) is currently probing support levels near $4,360 after hitting a ceiling at $4,430. The price remains above the 50 EMA at $4,296 and the 100 EMA at $4,224, maintaining a bullish structure. Silver is showing consolidation, provided its lower channel boundary stays in place for now. If the $4,360 support holds, a rally back towards $4,430 is anticipated. Conversely, a breach below $4,360 could trigger a correction down to $4,299.

🏭 L&T aims to make rare-earth magnets in India

Larsen & Toubro Ltd. is planning to manufacture rare-earth magnets locally to lessen reliance on China's supply. The engineering giant is preparing a bid for the government's 72.8-billion-rupee incentive policy for this component. So far, 15 bids have been received, including one from Japan's Proterial Ltd. and two Indian automakers. This move supports the government's push to build a domestic supply chain after China restricted exports in April last year. The aim is to establish 6,000 metric tons of annual domestic capacity with support for about five companies. 🏭

😠 CM calls out AAP MLA over viral video

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta strongly criticized an Aam Aadmi Party MLA for a viral video incident. Anil Jha Vats, an AAP MLA from Kirari in northwest Delhi, was seen in undergarments while signing documents. This occurred while he was processing applications for the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana, which launched on August 1. Gupta demanded his Assembly membership be cancelled for his shameful conduct in front of women. Vats denied the allegations, asking for video proof regarding any gestures.

📱 iQOO Neo 11 Ultra specs leak before August 18 launch

The iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is set to launch in China on August 18, featuring a 6.83-inch 2K OLED display and a MediaTek MT6993M chipset. This upcoming phone boasts a massive 9,100mAh battery with 100W fast charging capability. Its camera setup includes a 50MP OIS primary lens and a 16MP front camera with IP68/69 protection. The device will be available in five RAM/storage variants and three color options. Further details on pricing and global availability are expected at the launch event. 📱

📸 Galaxy camera secretly downgrades from 24MP to 12MP

Samsung clarified that Galaxy cameras can automatically drop from 24MP to 12MP under specific scenarios, even when the user selects 24MP. This behavior was observed by users of Galaxy Z Fold 8 and S26 Ultra models. The switch occurs during zoom, low light, high heat above 45 degrees Celsius, or rapid continuous shooting. Samsung states this is a protective measure to ensure stable and high-quality shooting performance. Users should stick to 1x zoom and moderate temperatures to keep the 24MP resolution active.

💃 Vedika Pinto & Ahaan Panday's dance clip goes viral

Vedika Pinto's dance clip featuring Ahaan Panday has recently trended across the internet. The popular pairing was seen in a recent casual video shared by both stars. The clip gained massive traction starting around the last week of October 2023. Fans are reacting positively to their chemistry and dance moves in the video. This viral moment is expected to generate more buzz around the actors' social media presence. 💃