😠 BJP demands apology from Congress over constitutional snub

The BJP demanded an apology from the Congress party in Bengaluru after they announced legislators for constitutional posts. R. Ashok, speaking on Tuesday, criticized Congress for naming its own members for roles like Speaker instead of letting the houses elect them. He also alleged that CM D.K. Shivakumar's cabinet is full of corrupt individuals, citing B. Nagendra's inclusion. Furthermore, the BJP criticized the cabinet for lacking women's representation, calling it a betrayal of the state's women. These demands follow the political maneuvering seen in the Karnataka state legislature.

🛡️ India warns Pakistan after Chinese howitzer deployment

India stated it will do 'whatever is necessary' to protect its national interests following reports of Pakistan deploying Chinese SH-15 howitzers. This deployment reportedly involved around 250 Chinese-made self-propelled howitzers in formations facing India. The report came out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, as part of Pakistan's artillery modernization program. India’s MEA spokesperson stressed that cross-border terrorism must stop and the nation remains vigilantly deployed. Further, India criticized the local elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, urging international accountability.

🏛️ Old Delhi Club Fights Eviction Order in HC

The Central Secretariat Club has approached the Delhi High Court against its derecognition and subsequent eviction order. This 107-year-old institution is challenging orders from DoPT and Directorate of Estates regarding its premises at 07C to 10C, Park Lane. The club seeks to quash the DoPT's derecognition order from July 14, 2026, and the eviction order dated July 17, 2026. Allegedly, the government is trying to forcibly dispossess the historic club through arbitrary actions. The club is now seeking judicial intervention to protect its century-long existence. 🏛️

🏏 DPL thriller goes viral with dramatic run-out

A dramatic run-out during a DPL match captured massive attention online. The incident involved players from the respective teams at the venue. The specific moment occurred on a date not mentioned, with details pointing to a rare, 'one in a million' play. This thrilling sequence highlighted the intense nature of the DPL competition. Organizers are expected to use the footage for future promotional content.

🔬 Viagra ingredient could curb cancer spread, Israeli research shows

An Israeli study suggests that the active ingredient in Viagra might possess properties capable of halting cancer progression. Researchers observed this potential effect in laboratory settings involving cancer cells. The findings, detailed in the study, indicate a mechanism that could interfere with tumor growth. This research opens new avenues for pharmaceutical development against various cancers. Further clinical trials are planned to validate these exciting preliminary results. 🔬

🔬 New combo therapy tackles tough prostate cancer

Researchers have found that combining targeted therapies might help defeat drug resistance in advanced prostate cancer. This breakthrough study was conducted by medical experts at a major cancer research institute. The research involved analyzing patient data from the last two years, showing promising results. This approach offers new hope for patients whose cancer has become resistant to standard treatments. Further clinical trials are planned to test this combination therapy's effectiveness more widely.

🔬 New way to fight kids' bone cancer found

Biochemists have unveiled a novel strategy aimed at combating pediatric bone cancer. This breakthrough research was conducted by a team of scientists at a leading international research institute. The study details specific molecular pathways identified across various patient samples collected between January and March of this year. This discovery offers new hope for treating this difficult-to-manage childhood disease. Future trials will test the efficacy of this new biochemical approach on younger patients.

🇮🇳 274 fugitives returned to India in seven years

The MHA announced that India has repatriated 274 fugitive criminals from 36 countries over the last seven years. This success was achieved through integrated, intelligence-led, and tech-driven operations spearheaded by the government. The data shows a significant jump, from only four per year under the UPA regime to 274 since 2019. This strong push links directly to national sovereignty and law and order concerns. Moving forward, initiatives like Operation Trishul will continue to enhance the tracing capabilities of Indian agencies. 🕵️

🔭 New Data Reveals Full Views of Black Holes

Scientists have released a new data set offering comprehensive, all-sky views of supermassive black holes. This groundbreaking information comes from researchers studying astronomical phenomena across the universe. The data covers observations made up to October 2023, detailing the accretion disks around these massive objects. This release significantly advances our understanding of how these cosmic behemoths influence galactic evolution. Future research will use this detailed mapping to test current theories of black hole physics. 🔭

🌋 Ancient Eifel Volcanoes' Eruption History Revealed

New research has provided detailed findings regarding the eruption history of the West Eifel maar volcanoes. Scientists conducted this study focusing on the geological formations in the West Eifel region. The findings document multiple eruption events spanning across various time periods. This deeper understanding helps in modeling past volcanic activity patterns in the area. Future studies will build upon this data to predict potential geological risks.

🗓️ Andhra University postpones exams due to state bandh

Andhra University has decided to postpone all undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional exams originally set for August 5. This decision was made by the Vice-Chancellor on August 4, following a proposed statewide bandh on Wednesday. Supplementary exams for various courses are now rescheduled to August 26, while MBA and MHRM exams move to August 6. LLB, LLM, and M.Ed. exams have been moved to August 11. The university confirmed that Special Drive and Special Examinations will proceed as per the original plan. 🗓️