🤢 Blinkit Malad store gets FDA warning over hygiene issues

The FDA has suspended the food license of a Blinkit store located in Malad. This action was taken against the store due to significant hygiene lapses and the presence of cockroaches. The violation was noted during a recent inspection conducted by the regulatory body. This suspension highlights the strict food safety standards enforced in food delivery services. Authorities will monitor the store to ensure compliance before any license reinstatement. 🤢

📱 Apple's Glass Phone Plan Holds Strong Until 2027

Apple's vision for a glass-centric iPhone continues to be on schedule for its 20th anniversary. This roadmap centers around the design philosophy for the next generation of iPhones. The company has reportedly maintained this strategy through various development cycles. This commitment reflects a deep investment in high-end display technology and materials. The timeline suggests significant design iterations leading up to 2027. 📱

📈 India's university ranking climb to 52 spots

India's presence in global university rankings has seen a major jump, increasing from 11 institutions in 2015 to 52 in the 2027 QS World University Rankings. This growth was attributed by the Centre to the expansion of higher education and the 2015 introduction of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Participation in NIRF also grew substantially, with applications moving from 6,272 in 2021 to 14,163 in 2025. IIT Delhi secured the top spot for India, moving up five places to rank 118th globally. Initiatives like NEP 2020 are boosting the sector, though maintaining research improvement remains a hurdle.

🥛 Milky Mist IPO: Dairy giant seeks public funding

Milky Mist is opening its Initial Public Offering (IPO) which subscribes today and closes on August 13th. The company, based in Tamil Nadu, sources milk from over 74,600 farmers across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. In FY26, the company generated ₹3,138 crore in revenue, with paneer, cheese, and curd making up nearly 60% of that total. The IPO aims to raise ₹1,553 crore, mostly for debt repayment and plant modernization. Investors are looking at its strong market position against its high debt-to-equity ratio. 🐄

🏛️ Adani's criminal charges dropped by US judge

A US federal judge formally dismissed criminal securities fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani on Monday. The case involved Adani, his nephew Sagar Adani, and six others indicted in Brooklyn, New York in November 2024. Prosecutors had alleged Adani agreed to bribe officials for a solar energy plant and made misleading statements to investors. The judge criticized the Justice Department's conduct for dropping the case without full input from the FBI and SEC. However, the judge has not yet ruled on two pending counts against five other co-defendants. ⚖️

✈️ Trump's Secret Turkey Exit Amid Iran Tension

Former President Trump reportedly hid inside a catering truck for his departure from Turkey. This move was reportedly made to switch to a smaller private plane for his exit. The incident occurred amid heightened tensions regarding Iran's activities. The details suggest a discreet exit strategy was employed by the former leader. Further details on the security arrangements remain undisclosed. ✈️

💻 Meta drops new personal computer AI model

Meta unveiled Muse Glimmer, a new downloadable AI model designed to run locally on personal computers. This model is a distilled version of Muse Spark 1.2, released on Monday by Meta in partnership with Hugging Face. It features 30 billion parameters and requires only one graphics card for tasks like schedule management. This release challenges startups favoring tight AI control, pushing for widespread distribution of the technology. Meta aims to empower individuals with personal superintelligence, while continuing its investment in US data centers.

🚨 Sourav Ganguly and wife get death threats

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly and his wife Dona Ganguly have received several threatening letters recently. Ganguly, who is the president of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), filed a complaint at Thakurpukur Police Station in south Kolkata. The threats have been allegedly arriving for about six months, with two recent letters containing explicit death threats. Police have started an investigation to identify the sender and determine the motive behind these serious threats. Investigators are tracking the courier trail and examining the SIM card usage for leads.

😠 India slams defacement of Ljubljana embassy

India strongly condemned the defacement of its embassy premises in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on Monday, August 10, 2026. The Ministry of External Affairs has taken up this matter seriously with Slovenian authorities in both New Delhi and Ljubljana. The MEA stressed that diplomatic premises are inviolable under the Vienna Convention. It is understood that some pro-Khalistani elements were involved in this reprehensible act. India is pushing for the accountability of the perpetrators responsible for the vandalism. 😠

😥 Man allegedly kills two daughters near Bengaluru airport

A 35-year-old man allegedly murdered his two daughters, aged five and 10, before attempting suicide at a five-star hotel near Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Monday. The girls were discovered deceased inside a room while the man was found unconscious with severe throat injuries in the same location. Authorities are currently examining CCTV footage and digital evidence related to the incident. A note referencing an alleged extramarital relationship was found, but its link to the deaths is unconfirmed. Further action will be taken based on the evidence gathered after the accused is medically fit. 😥

🏏 Gavaskar switched stance to save team in Ranji Trophy

Sunil Gavaskar batted left-handed during a 1981-82 Ranji Trophy game to counter a bowler's threat. This occurred in Bengaluru while Bombay was facing a potential defeat against Karnataka. Raghuram Bhat, a left-arm orthodox spinner, had taken 5 wickets in the second innings. Gavaskar’s strategy was to make the ball turn into his pads instead of towards the slips. He batted left-handed for over 60 minutes, scoring an unbeaten 18 runs. 🏏