🛰️ Astronaut shares epic Earth views from space

Astronaut Jessica Meir shared stunning photographs taken during her recent spacewalk outside the International Space Station. She posted these breathtaking images on X, capturing views of Mother Earth from inside her spacesuit. The photos, shared on August 11, 2026, included a coastal view and a sunset behind the IROSA mod kit. Meir noted these visuals highlight different perspectives of Earth from her suit. These pictures have impressed social media users who are amazed by the incredible sight. 🛰️

🚀 Linux 7.2 drops with major scheduling upgrade

The new Linux 7.2 point release finally delivers Cache Aware Scheduling after over a year of development work. This update supports several hardware changes, including AMD Zen 6 prep and improved Intel Xeon Diamond Rapids capabilities. Key features also include unconditional TSC and CX8 support on x86, and TDX modules can now update at runtime. Laptop compatibility sees boosts for ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025 and Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch. Apple M3 MacBooks can now boot the mainline kernel for the first time. 💻

🔪 Boyfriend allegedly stabs woman over marriage in Hyderabad

A 21-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death by her boyfriend in Hyderabad's Balapur area. The accused, Ahmed Salam, was reportedly placing the victim's body in a gunny bag before escaping the scene. This tragic incident was reported early Monday morning around 5 am after an emergency call was received by the police. Preliminary investigation suggests the dispute arose because the victim was pressuring him to marry her. Police have registered a case and are currently searching for the absconding accused. 🔪

📈 Berkshire Hathaway's top 10 stocks post-June quarter

Berkshire Hathaway made portfolio shifts during the April-June period under new CEO Greg Abel. The conglomerate holds massive stakes in Apple, valued at $66 billion, as of June 30th in the US. Alphabet Inc.'s stake jumped to nearly $38 billion, reflecting a $10 billion investment in June. Coca-Cola is now the fourth holding at nearly $33 billion, while Bank of America sits at the fifth spot. The fund continues to deploy cash into home-builders alongside these major investments. 💰

📱 S24 Ultra price drop in India!

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has seen a significant price reduction in the Indian market. This new pricing structure is available for consumers across India. The price has dropped to Rs 74,150 after factoring in exchange offers and cashback deals. This makes the flagship phone more accessible for a wider range of buyers. Users can check the current offers and purchase the device through official channels. 📱

⚠️ Ramdev warns center over ongoing scams

Ramdev has issued a strong warning to the central government regarding various scams currently in the country. He stated this warning while speaking in a public address held in Delhi. The protest calls were made in response to multiple alleged financial irregularities that have come to light. Ramdev emphasized that he will have to protest again if the government does not take corrective action. The situation remains tense as the public awaits a resolution to these ongoing issues.

🧐 Delhi Police probes 'Vande Mataram' disruption complaint

Delhi Police is currently enquiring into a complaint filed against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. The alleged incident occurred during the singing of the National Song at the party’s Independence Day function held at AICC headquarters on August 15, 2026. The complaint, lodged on August 16 by advocates, seeks legal action over their conduct during the rendition. Allegations claim Sonia Gandhi objected via gestures and Rahul Gandhi said, “We are not singing Vande Mataram.” Police are investigating the nature of the conduct, with no FIR registered yet. 🧐

✊ Jharkhand students push for reforms in JPSC/JSSC talks

Protesting students are holding an indefinite hunger strike against the Jharkhand government over alleged JPSC-JSSC paper leak issues. These aspirants are protesting in Ranchi, and the action is entering its 24th day. The government has invited them for the 7th round of talks on August 17 at 2 pm. Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto demands permanent education system reforms to help future generations. Protesters remain determined despite deteriorating health, hoping for a positive dialogue outcome.

📈 Adani Group stock among top Nifty 500 movers

Cemindia Projects shares jumped 5% at market open today, showing strong momentum after recent quarterly results. The infrastructure company, owned by Adani Group, saw its stock rise over 77% since the start of the year. Trading is active with over 2 lakh shares changing hands at 0.41 times the 10-day average. This movement reflects investor reactions to company performance reports released last week. Investors will be watching further trading activity in the coming sessions to gauge the stock's trajectory. 📈

⚕️ AP junior doctors strike over pending stipend hike

Junior doctors across Andhra Pradesh launched a phased strike starting August 11, 2026, demanding a stipend revision long overdue. The protest involves doctors across 19 government medical colleges in the state. The issue stems from the revision due since January 1, 2026, despite past increases in 2019 and 2024. Talks broke down when the government offered 3-5% hikes against the doctors' 30% demand. Phase III, beginning August 17, withdrew emergency services due to no satisfactory written response. 🏥

✨ Spotting Vega and the Lyra constellation

This week, observers can easily spot the Lyra constellation in the night sky. The constellation is visible high overhead from the UK after it gets dark. On August 17th at 22:30 BST from London, the bright star Vega helps locate the pattern. Vega is the fifth-brightest star and forms part of the summer triangle with Deneb and Altair. Those in the southern hemisphere can also find Lyra on August evenings.