🚀 China's Chang'e-7 Delay Points to Big Lunar Plan

The Chang'e-7 mission has been postponed, signaling a significant shift in China's space ambitions. This delay impacts the ongoing efforts by the Chinese space agency at the Moon. The mission was originally slated for a specific date, but the revised timeline is now in place. This move reflects a larger, unified strategy for long-term lunar presence and exploration. Future missions will likely align with this revised, more comprehensive lunar roadmap. 🚀

📈 India's new stock auction system takes the test

India's newly implemented stock auction system has undergone its first monthly expiry test. The system was rolled out by the exchanges in India to modernize trading procedures. This initial test covered transactions during the month of May 2024. The move is part of the broader effort to enhance market efficiency and transparency across the board. Further monitoring will be conducted to assess the system's performance going forward.

🏔️ Ladakh Launches 2000 Government Internships

Ladakh has announced the opening of 2,000 government internships across various sectors. These opportunities are available for applicants in the Ladakh region. The internship program offers a stipend of Rs 5,000 per month. This initiative aims to provide practical experience to young talent in the local area. Applications for these valuable internships are now open for interested candidates. 🚀

🏙️ Bandra's old Parsi bungalows to become luxury towers

Two historic Parsi bungalows, Gladhurst and Kavas Lodge, in Bandra's Perry Cross Road are scheduled for demolition. Supreme Universal will redevelop these properties, which belong to Wavelash and Sunbeam societies. The project involves building two luxury towers on a 1-acre plot, with a sale potential estimated at Rs 1,500cr. These residences will feature private terraces and offer expansive ocean views. This trend follows recent high-profile property deals in Bandra, showing the area's intense real estate demand. 🏗️

🌧️ Rain nightmare: 4-hour, 8km commute in Gurugram

A resident of Gurugram faced extreme travel delays due to heavy rainfall. The individual was stuck in traffic while trying to cover an 8 km distance within the city. This journey reportedly took four hours, with the person still having 2 km left to travel. The severe weather conditions created massive gridlock across the region. Authorities are currently monitoring the situation to manage the ongoing traffic chaos. 🌧️

🧊 Human fridge chills workers in extreme heat

A new 'Do Hiemon Box,' a human-sized refrigerator, is providing instant relief to workers suffering from intense heat. Warehouse worker Isao Tabuchi shared his positive experience in Higashiosaka, where the unit has sold over 300 units since April. This trend comes as Japan experiences record-breaking heat, with the weather office now using the term 'cruelly hot day' for 40C+ temperatures. Businesses are increasingly investing in such measures to keep staff healthy and operational amidst rising temperatures. These devices offer a quick, safe cooling method, supplementing existing workplace heat mitigation efforts. 🧊

😟 YouTube challenge leads kids to run away in UP

Two children, aged 11 and 7, left their home in Hastinapur, Meerut, after watching a 'Secret House' game video on YouTube. They set up a base near a farmhouse to participate in a '24-hour challenge' on Sunday afternoon. Police and the 'Mission Shakti' team recovered both kids within about two hours on Monday. The children were residents of the B-Block colony and were missing after their families searched locally. They revealed that the gaming content inspired them to try the same game themselves.

🕹️ MW4 Open Beta Stats: How to Check Your Grind

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, a sequel in the Modern Warfare saga, has an open beta allowing players to test the game early. Treyarch added a new feature on the official website where players can check their stats by entering their Activision ID. Multiplayer and other stats will be live on August 25, 2025, at 9AM PT. This stats page includes total wins, win/loss ratio, and matches played for comparison. Players can see a combined report after the beta ends, with bragging rights on August 31, 2025. 🎮

🎬 Deepika Padukone not in Brahmastra 2 sequel

Recent reports suggesting Deepika Padukone's involvement in 'Brahmastra 2' have been officially denied by her spokesperson. This clarification comes as work progresses on Ayan Mukerji's fantasy sequel. The first installment, released on September 9, 2022, grossed over Rs. 400 crore globally. Ranbir Kapoor confirmed the sequel is deep in the writing stage, with shooting potentially starting late next year. Meanwhile, Deepika has upcoming projects like 'King' and 'Raaka' lined up. 🎬

🗣️ Iran tells US to drop the bullying tactics 😠

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir that the US needs to change its tone towards Tehran. This conversation happened in Tehran on Monday amidst rising regional tensions and friction with Washington. Pezeshkian stressed that relying on coercion complicates the 14-point MoU implementation. He urged Washington to honor its commitments based on international law and standards. Iran remains ready for cooperation while asserting its national solidarity against pressure.

🗣️ Canada owes India apology over Nijjar case

A leaked audio clip suggests gangster Goldy Brar admitted to killing Hardeep Singh Nijjar due to gang rivalry. Former Indian High Commissioner Sanjay Verma stated that if true, Canada owes India an official apology for false accusations. He stressed that Indian intelligence accurately profiled criminal networks before the incident occurred. Verma called for stronger intelligence sharing to improve the relationship between Ottawa and New Delhi. This situation highlights the need for greater transparency in diplomatic matters. 🇮🇳