📜 Census 2027 to ask about caste for the first time

The Census 2027 questionnaire will now ask respondents about their Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe status and their caste verbatim. This marks the first time caste will be enumerated in the Census since 1931, addressing opposition demands. The pre-test for this phase ran from July 1 to July 20 across 16 states and Union Territories. The online self-enumeration for the second phase will be open from August 17 to August 31. The main enumeration will happen from September 1 to September 30 in specific Himalayan regions. 🧐

🤖 Pixel 11 Tensor G6 isn't running on 2nm chip

Google recently unveiled the Pixel 11 series smartphones featuring the Tensor G6 chip. Google's VP of Hardware, Peng Yu-Chun, confirmed the Tensor G6 uses TSMC's 3nm process instead of the expected 2nm. This aligns with last year's Tensor G5, which was also a 3nm chip. The Tensor G6 offers 50% more TPU compute and up to 30% better power efficiency versus the G5. Real-world performance improvements are yet to be tested across the four new models. 📱

✈️ Iran President heads to Delhi for BRICS Summit

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to visit Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit scheduled for September 12–13. This trip is crucial amid the ongoing US-Iran tensions, offering Delhi a direct channel with Tehran for diplomacy and stability. Discussions are expected to cover regional issues, economic cooperation, and the West Asia crisis between the two nations. India gains a unique diplomatic position while balancing ties with the US, Gulf countries, and the wider BRICS grouping. The visit underscores the growing strategic relevance of BRICS as Iran seeks deeper economic links despite sanctions.

🏏 Tanzid makes history in Australia Test

Tanzid Hasan scored his first Test century in Australia during the first Test in Darwin. He achieved this milestone while playing for Bangladesh against the host team. The visitors managed to reach 351-6 by the end of the second day on Friday. This performance helped Bangladesh lead Australia by 153 runs with four wickets in hand. The team now aims for a maiden Test win in Australia on their third attempt. 🏏

🛣️ SC tells Kuki-Naga groups to fix Manipur highways

The Supreme Court has instructed rival Kuki-Zo and Naga groups to develop a joint plan for reopening blocked national highways in Manipur. The bench, comprising CJI Surya Kant and others, noted that these blockades are causing severe hardship to ordinary citizens and disrupting essential supply chains. This dispute stems from recent Naga-Kuki confrontations that began in May this year over abductions. The Court emphasized that a piecemeal solution is insufficient and urged both sides to actively work towards a complete resolution. Furthermore, the Court directed all parties to submit concrete proposals rather than just counter-allegations. 😥

🔋 Redmi Note 17 is here with a massive battery

The Redmi Note 17 is launched with a focus on an 8,000mAh battery and a 7-inch AMOLED screen. It was released in China on July 14, 2026, and arrived in India on August 6, 2026. The phone starts at ₹27,999 in India for the 6GB + 128GB variant. While it upgrades battery life, it downgrades the chipset and main camera from the Note 15. Global launch dates are pending, but certification suggests an international version is coming. 🔋

📚 India pushes big changes in education

The government is introducing significant shifts in educational priorities across the nation. This major initiative involves various ministries working together to overhaul existing frameworks. Specific targets include enhancing digital literacy and improving vocational training by the end of the next fiscal year. The move aims to align the curriculum with modern industry demands and future job market needs. Further detailed guidelines are expected to be released by the Ministry of Education next month.

⚽ Arsenal eyeing Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray

Arsenal and Galatasaray have reportedly started talks over a potential transfer of Victor Osimhen to England. The Gunners have targeted the Nigerian striker after facing issues with Julián Alvarez's move. Galatasaray is keen to secure Ethan Nwaneri and Gabriel Martinelli as part of the deal. Arsenal will need to spend heavily as Galatasaray wants to recover the €75m investment. Osimhen, under contract until 2029, could soon play in the Premier League.

🏏 Starc overtakes Kapil Dev in Test wickets

Mitchell Starc surpassed Kapil Dev on the all-time Test wicket-takers list on Friday in Darwin. He achieved this milestone while playing for Australia against Bangladesh at the Marrara Cricket Ground. Starc reached 435 Test wickets on the second day, moving into 11th place in the rankings. This achievement came despite Australia being bowled out for 198 on Day 1 against a strong batting performance. Bangladesh ended Day 2 with a 150-run lead after Tanzid Hasan Tamim scored his maiden Test century.

🚨 ED raids linked to builder-bank scams in Delhi-NCR

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids across multiple locations in the Delhi-NCR region. The operations targeted individuals connected to builder-bank nexus cases that have impacted homebuyers. These investigations are focusing on irregularities that occurred over a period involving specific financial transactions. The probes aim to uncover the extent of financial fraud within these real estate dealings. Authorities are expected to file further charges based on the evidence gathered from these raids.

🧠 Brain protein links fat cravings to obesity

A hidden brain protein named OPA1 appears to influence resistance to high-fat foods, which is a major global health challenge. Professor Shigenobu Matsumura's team at Osaka Metropolitan University studied this protein in mice. Findings showed that removing OPA1 caused both male and female mice to become obese when fed soybean oil. Furthermore, the anti-obesity drug setmelanotide worked in males but barely affected OPA1-deficient females. This suggests future weight-loss treatments must be personalized based on biological sex. 🧠