😟 Bangladesh PM skips India BRICS summit amid tensions

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman is reportedly unlikely to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi this September. This shift comes amid heightened tensions between India and Bangladesh over former PM Sheikh Hasina's recent public address. India's High Commissioner met Rahman on Monday, while the summit is scheduled for September 12 and 13. The dispute stems from Hasina's August 5 address from New Delhi, which Dhaka called an affront to its sovereignty. Rahman’s absence suggests the political friction surrounding Hasina's presence is heavily influencing diplomatic choices. 😟

🚨 Arjun Ayanki in Cyber Police Custody

Arjun Ayanki has been remanded to the Kannur City Cyber Police custody for three days. This decision was made by the Thalassery Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Kannur on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The custody follows cases registered against him for abusive and threatening remarks on social media. Ayanki was arrested in Kannur on Sunday and was previously in judicial remand at Thalassery jail. The court granted three days despite the cyber police requesting five days of custody.

🏏 Rahane shares ex-teammates' reactions to his retirement

Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement from all forms of cricket earlier this month with no regrets. Sachin Tendulkar was the first to call him after the announcement, who expressed surprise at the decision. Rahane played 85 Tests, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is between 2011 and 2023. He mentioned Irfan Pathan also called, and Virat, Rohit, and Bumrah sent messages. Rahane felt satisfied because he had given everything to the game before hanging up his boots.

🩺 Ex-CFO gets 4 months jail for surgeon bribes

Aditya Humad, an Indian-origin former CFO of SpineFrontier Inc., was sentenced to four months in prison. He was based in Cambridge and worked for the US spinal implant company SpineFrontier Inc. The court sentenced him after he conspired to pay over USD 540,000 in bribes. This scheme involved using sham consulting fees to persuade surgeons to use the company's products. Moving forward, authorities are continuing to pursue health care fraud offenses. 🩺

🎓 CM Yogi praises youth amidst NEET protest

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath lauded the country's youth following massive student protests in Delhi over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. He detailed government aid for exam aspirants, mentioning the 'Abhyudaya Coaching' scheme. The CM pointed out significant infrastructure changes, noting universities built in Gorakhpur, Azamgarh, Balrampur, and Mirzapur over nine years. He also criticized previous regimes for failing to control diseases like Encephalitis in Uttar Pradesh. Moving forward, the CM emphasized the state's transformation and his administration's efforts in education and health.

🩺 Tamil Nadu passes resolution to abolish NEET exam

The Tamil Nadu assembly recently passed a resolution strongly opposing the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET). This move was supported by the ruling TVK and opposition parties, while the lone BJP MLA walked out during the session in Chennai. The resolution urges the BJP-led Centre to abolish NEET for undergraduate medical courses, citing social justice concerns. Arguments highlighted that NEET disadvantages rural and socio-economically backward students and promotes excessive coaching. The Vijay government suggests admissions should instead be based on Class 12 examination marks. 🩺

✈️ Air India Phuket flight mystery deepens after incident

An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude loss on August 4, injuring passengers and crew. The incident is now under investigation by the AAIB in India, moving beyond the initial turbulence theory. Reports suggest potential technical glitches with hydraulic and autopilot systems, alongside a non-negative drug test for the captain. Investigators must now determine if a fault caused the drop or if turbulence triggered the systems issues. The flight eventually landed safely in Delhi, leaving questions about the decision-making process onboard. ✈️

📈 Debt funds lead MF bounce back in July

Actively managed equity mutual funds saw a net inflow of Rs 24,697.39 crore in July, down from Rs 28,973.41 crore in June. Debt funds dominated the trend, recording a massive net inflow of Rs 1.87 lakh crore during the same period. Overall industry inflows were Rs 2.35 lakh crore against outflows of Rs 52,948.78 in June. Smallcap funds specifically showed strength with net inflows of Rs 7,767.50 crore. SIP contributions also stayed strong in July at Rs 31,961 crore.

🔥 India and Israel bond deepens amidst Middle East conflict 🇮🇳

India's relationship with Israel is deepening significantly as conflict intensifies in the Middle East. This shift involves India moving from a major weapons buyer to a key contributor to Israel's weapons production, according to Amnesty International. Between October 7, 2023, and November 30, 2025, hundreds of thousands of components were shipped from Indian factories to Israeli military suppliers. This trend occurs while Western nations restrict arms sales and UN commissions accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza. Despite international scrutiny, the Modi government maintains strong ties, citing national interest for military exports.

🌡️ Heatwaves seriously impact teen mental health, study shows

New global research reveals that rising temperatures negatively affect the mental well-being of children and teenagers. Specifically, for every 1°C rise in daily temperature, adverse mental health outcomes in kids increase by nearly 1%. Data from 23 global studies highlighted that teens aged five to eighteen faced a 25% risk jump during actual heatwaves. This heightened vulnerability is linked to disrupted routines and poor sleep patterns exacerbated by climate change. Therefore, the study urges integrating mental health support into climate adaptation plans for young people.

📱 vivo S2: Your Weekend Companion 📱

The vivo S2 is designed to cater to the dynamic lifestyles of young consumers who use weekends for exploring and creating. This smartphone allows users to capture memories and express themselves throughout their weekend activities. The phone was released around August 11, 2026, to meet these specific needs. It aims to be a reliable device that lasts from day to night during fast-paced leisure time. The vivo S2 supports every moment of a young person's weekend journey.