🏍️ Bajaj Pulsar N160 gets new engine and tech

Bajaj Auto has launched two new variants, the N160 S and N160 SS, for the Pulsar N160 series. These bikes are being offered alongside the standard N160 2V models at various price points. The new variants feature a 164.5cc engine producing 18.5PS and include electronic throttle and riding modes. The top-spec N160 SS adds traction control and a 5-inch TFT display with Google Maps mirroring. The motorcycles come in three new colours like Atlantic Blue and are competing with the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. 🏍️

🌍 Rajamouli: Masai Mara too big for IMAX frame

SS Rajamouli shared stills from the film's Africa schedule, shot around Mount Kilimanjaro and in the Maasai Mara. He mentioned feeling that even the 1.43:1 IMAX frame couldn't capture the vastness of the landscape. The stills were released to mark Mahesh Babu's 51st birthday as Rudhra. The film features Mahesh Babu in two roles and spans thousands of years across multiple continents. Varanasi is scheduled for a worldwide IMAX release on April 7, 2027.

📱 Galaxy S23 series final update might be One UI 9

The Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra might receive One UI 9 as their last major OS update. This update affects the S23 FE too, specifically the Exynos model in Korea. Initially expected to get Android 18, the S23 FE is now reportedly set for Android 17. This change shortens the expected support window for the Exynos S23 FE devices. Samsung has not officially confirmed this shift in their update timeline. 📱

🪐 Cassini finds surprising twist in Saturn's magnetic shield

Scientists discovered an unexpected feature in Saturn's protective magnetic bubble using Cassini-Huygens mission data. The research, involving Dr. Licia Ray and Dr. Sarah Badman, was published in Nature Communications. Analyzing observations from 2004 to 2010, they found Saturn's cusp is shifted late afternoon, between 13:00 and 15:00 local time. This proves that rapid planet rotation fundamentally reshapes the local space environment, unlike Earth's slow rotation. This finding improves models for Saturn's intense auroral activity.

📢 Rahul Gandhi slams Modi govt over student protests

Rahul Gandhi sharply criticized the Modi government's handling of ongoing student protests across India. He stated this in an article for The Hindu, arguing the Centre responded to dissent with force instead of accountability. Gandhi claimed that young people across the country have awakened, suggesting the government has lost its moral authority. The opposition leader warned PM Modi and HM Shah that the youth will not let them escape consequences for their actions. This move positions Congress as a key voice for protesting students amid rising unrest.

🤕 Guard shot while trying to flee arrest in Ahmedabad

A security guard arrested for alleged rape was shot in the leg while trying to escape police custody in Ahmedabad. The incident took place late Sunday night, August 9, 2026, in the Hebatpur area. During a recovery operation for a stolen mobile phone, a scuffle ensued leading to the injuries. The accused, Dharam Singh, was arrested on Sunday morning after being traced via CCTV footage. Both the accused and a police constable were hospitalized and reported stable. 🤕

🚆 Mumbai local trains face snags on Monday morning

Mumbai suburban train services were disrupted during Monday morning's rush hour due to technical failures. These issues were reported at Vasai Road, Dadar, and Goregaon stations. Specifically, a failure occurred at Vasai Road at 4:46 am involving PT 111/112 on the Diva Down/Up fast lines. Railway staff deployed to the site performed point clamping, causing Up fast trains to be detained. Officials are working to resolve these technical glitches and restore normal train operations.

🙅 Saini denies BJP-SAD alliance in Punjab polls

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini publicly ruled out any alliance between the BJP and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) in Punjab. He stated that the BJP's partnership is exclusively with the people of Punjab. This statement comes as the Punjab Assembly elections are just months away. Saini also criticized the Bhagwant Mann government, alleging corruption and pointing out issues with the 'Mawan Dhiyan' scheme. The two parties previously shared a long-standing alliance that ended in September 2020.

💧 Villagers plan protest against river pollution in Karnataka

Villagers and farmer organizations are planning a protest on August 11 against industrial effluent discharge into the Guruganga-Viraja rivulet. The meeting took place in Maniknagar, Humnabad taluk, Bidar district, Karnataka, on August 9, 2026. The residents demanded pollution source identification and scientific testing of the water sources. Health concerns were raised, especially by cancer patient Nisar Ahmed regarding future generations. The movement insists on a permanent resolution by August 15, warning of bigger agitation otherwise. 💧

⛽ BJP MP's E20 Petrol Claims Spark Debate

A BJP MP made a surprising statement regarding the source of pure petrol. This comment was made by the MP in a public setting in Delhi. The MP referenced a personal source, suggesting the petrol could come from a father's house. This remark has ignited a significant discussion among various political observers. The government is expected to address these claims with official clarifications soon. ⛽

😠 Taylor Swift songs vanish from Trump/White House posts

Taylor Swift's music has been removed from several social media videos linked to Donald Trump and the White House. The songs were previously used in content by Team Trump and the White House across various campaigns. Specific incidents include a TikTok post from August 3rd featuring "August" and a campaign post using "Red" album references. These removals follow multiple uses, such as a White House video using "High Infidelity" in April. This action is part of the ongoing, long-standing political feud between the two figures. 😠