🌊 Assam floods hit 97 dead; CJP starts outreach

The flood situation in Assam remains critical, with the death toll rising to 97 after recent fatalities were reported. This disaster is impacting over 1.68 lakh people across 15 districts in Assam. The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) announced a nationwide grassroots campaign starting in September. Meanwhile, FIFA faced scrutiny over a withdrawn $20 billion World Cup commercialization plan. The RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25%, warning about El Niño risks.

🧶 Centre spent huge on Telangana cotton procurement

The Centre has spent over ₹69,860 crore procuring cotton from Telangana farmers via MSP, as stated by Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy. This announcement was made on National Handloom Day in Telangana. The government is also extending incentives worth about ₹9 lakh crore until 2030 to boost the sector. Various schemes like PLI and PM MITRA Parks support weavers with modern looms and marketing. Technology integration, including AI, is being used to make the handloom industry more competitive. 🧵

🏥 14 new cancer day-care centres approved for AP

The Union government has approved the establishment of 14 new day-care cancer centres in Andhra Pradesh. This initiative, announced in the 2025–26 Union Budget, aims to boost district-level cancer treatment access. Currently, 23 such centres operate in the state, with a total of 524 functional nationwide. Each new centre gets ₹2.40 crore for setup and ₹1.49 crore annually for operations. State governments will now submit proposals based on gap analyses to secure further centres. 🏥

😠 New hire quits after one day, demands laptop pickup

A Jaipur-based CEO shared an incident where a new employee resigned just one day after joining the company. Gaurav Kheterpal of Vanshiv Tech detailed how the hire asked him to arrange collection of her work laptop from home. The candidate had recently negotiated an extra Rs 50,000, but later quit over better offers. The CEO issued a legal warning for asset return after she stopped communicating. This event sparked an online debate about professional conduct and job switching trends. 😠

🌟 5 signs attracting wealth during Lion's Gate Portal

Five zodiac signs are attracting wealth and power during the Lion's Gate Portal peaking on August 8, 2026. This auspicious event highlights signs like Gemini, Aquarius, Scorpio, Pisces, and Sagittarius in various ways. The energy is paired with a waning crescent moon in Gemini, encouraging the release of mental blocks. These signs are being divinely guided towards realizing their potential and receiving abundance. The article suggests these signs should embrace the incoming prosperity on Saturday. 💰

💻 Dell's new XPS 13 vs MacBook Neo is here

Dell dropped the low-end XPS 13 as a direct answer to the MacBook Neo launch. This laptop starts at $699, dropping to $599 with an educational discount before November 2. The Intel Core 5 320 chip achieved a top-10 ranking in an HPL FP64 efficiency benchmark. It boasts improved idle power consumption, using only 0.5-0.8W when the screen is off. This efficiency is exciting, hoping Intel applies it to server and IoT chips too.

🏏 LPL 2026: Kaps vs Gallants Qualifier 2 clash

The Colombo Kaps will face the Galle Gallants in Qualifier 2 of the LPL 2026 on Friday, August 07 at R. Premadasa Stadium. The Kaps recently scored 203/7 in the Eliminator, while the Gallants fell short by 14 runs previously. The pitch is known for favoring batters, but spinners can influence the game on the abrasive surface. Ben McDermott and Wanuja Sahan are predicted to be key performers in this matchup. The prediction suggests the defending team is likely to secure the win in this contest. 🏏

🎮 New games dropping on Xbox this August

Several new titles are coming to XBOX Series X|S and Game Pass between August 10 and August 14. Games include EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, and Pro Jank Footy. Release dates are set for August 13 for most major titles, while Pieced Together drops on August 10. Players can look forward to varied genres like factory automation, historical combat, and cozy scrapbooking experiences. More details on these upcoming releases are available on the platform. 🎮

🛡️ Ukraine's air defense is struggling with dwindling Patriot supplies

Ukraine is facing a major air defense crisis as Russian missile strikes continue to intensify on the capital. President Zelenskyy noted that deliveries of anti-ballistic interceptors have dropped significantly this year compared to 2025. CSIS estimated US Patriot PAC-3 MSE stocks fell from over 2,300 to roughly 800 after operations against Iran. This shortage means Ukraine might need to seek Soviet-designed S-300 missiles for defense. Rebuilding US stockpiles is projected to take many years, potentially until at least 2030.

😟 Nepal demolition drive displaces thousands, rights violated

A mass eviction drive began in Nepal's Kathmandu Valley, forcibly displacing an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 landless residents. The action, carried out by authorities since April 25, affected 2,501 families, including 3,133 schoolchildren. Despite promises of support, the process involved harassment, and only NPR 25,000 was offered as compensation. International groups condemned the systematic repression, citing violations of Nepal's 2015 Constitution. The Supreme Court eventually granted an interim order on May 8, stopping the evictions. 😥

🎮 Ghost Recon: Future Soldier is free for a limited time

Ubisoft is giving away the tactical shooter Ghost Recon: Future Soldier for free to PC players. This offer is available through Ubisoft Connect until August 13. The game, originally released in 2012, is permanently added to the library upon claiming it. This promotion marks Ubisoft's 25th anniversary celebration of the Ghost Recon franchise. Players can also access other franchise discounts and new game announcements during this event. 🎮