✊ CJP faces internal drama over volunteer exclusion

Two youths staged a protest outside Abhijeet Dipke's residence, citing concerns about grassroots volunteers being sidelined in the Cockroach Janta Party. The protesters, Manish Brahmabhatt and Rahul Pandya, voiced their discontent on Thursday in the Waluj MIDC area of Maharashtra. They argued that active participants from last month's Delhi agitation were excluded from key organizational discussions. Brahmabhatt announced an indefinite fast, stating they do not want another Kejriwal leading the movement. The party's core team is currently meeting in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar to decide the next steps. ✊

🚢 US Navy's Trump-class battleship could cost $275B

The US Navy's proposed Trump-class nuclear-powered battleship program is projected to be one of the most expensive surface warship projects. This ambitious fleet of 15 vessels is planned for service between 2028 and 2056, with an estimated total cost of $275 billion in 2026 dollars. President Donald Trump announced the program on December 22, 2025, envisioning a heavily armed combatant with advanced weaponry. The CBO notes that the high cost stems from the massive size and nuclear propulsion requirements of the ship. The program also raises concerns about straining the US shipbuilding industry's current capacity. 🚢

🧐 Dabur challenges FSSAI's '100% Pure' food ban

Indian consumer goods giant Dabur has filed a case in the Delhi High Court against the FSSAI's ban on certain food product claims. Senior Advocate Sandeep Sethi presented the matter before a bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia. The FSSAI prohibited the use of claims like “100% Pure” across several items, including honey and cow ghee. This action stems from the regulator's concern that such declarations are ambiguous and potentially mislead consumers. The court has agreed to list the case urgently for further hearing. 🧐

🌧️ Uttarakhand rivers hit danger levels, schools closed

Persistent rainfall across Uttarakhand caused major rivers like Alaknanda and Mandakini to reach warning and danger levels on Thursday. Authorities in Chamoli district, Rudraprayag, and others were put on high alert by CM Pushkar Singh Dhami. The Alaknanda River at Rudraprayag reached its danger level of 627 metres at 6 am. Schools up to Class 12 remained closed on Thursday in Dehradun, Chamoli, and Bageshwar districts as a precaution. Officials were directed to alert residents along riverbanks to move to safer locations. ⚠️

🌊 Hormuz deal nearing finalization between Iran and Oman 🚢

Iran has indicated that a deal with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is nearly finalized after agreeing on shipping route coordinates. This critical waterway connects the Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, flowing through Iranian and Omani waters. Talks started following a June 17 MoU, but recently focused on technical and security aspects. Iran insists it negotiates only with Oman and wants joint management, while the US seeks free navigation without Iranian tolls. The dispute remains complex despite the potential route agreement.

😠 Stalin slams Vijay govt's first agri budget

MK Stalin heavily criticized the Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget 2026, calling it 'hollow' and demanding the Vijay-led TVK government wake up. He alleged the budget ignored drought and crop losses faced by farmers in Tamil Nadu. The budget was criticized for rebranding old schemes instead of bringing fresh measures for farmers. Stalin specifically pointed out the lack of relief for farmers in the Cauvery Delta region. Udhayanidhi Stalin also dismissed the budget as 'absolutely nothing' while pushing for a Cauvery meeting. 🌾

🛡️ Kirana Merchants Ask Police Not to Target Honest Traders

The Hyderabad Kirana Merchants Association (THKMA) has issued a plea to law enforcement regarding recent food safety raids. The association specifically asked that genuine traders in areas like Begum Bazar not be targeted during inspections. This came after noticing alleged food adulteration in locations including Mailardevpally and Katedan. THKMA confirmed they are against malpractice and will expel any member found breaking food safety laws. They assured authorities of full cooperation while urging compliance with FSSAI regulations. 🤝

🌱 TN CM praises new state and agri budgets

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay praised the recently presented Revised Budget Estimates on Thursday, August 6, 2026. He acknowledged the forward-looking nature of the budgets presented by Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson and Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth in Chennai. The estimates are said to bring new hope to various sections, including youth, women, and workers. Specifically, the Agriculture Budget targets strengthening the farm sector and allied areas like dairy and fisheries. Vijay expressed hope that this development journey for Tamil Nadu will continue.

🧠 Mental Health Care Gets a Tech Upgrade

Amae Health has partnered with Google Health Enterprise to integrate Fitbit wearable data into its psychiatry model. This collaboration focuses on improving care for patients dealing with serious mental illness (SMI). Clinicians will access patient-approved data like sleep and heart rate variability to track disease progression. Amae aims to build an AI-powered predictive model using this wearable data alongside other clinical info. The company plans to publish research findings to validate this advanced care approach. 🧠

💣 Iran threatens Gulf states over US strikes 💥

Iran warned Gulf states that any new U.S. attack on its territory would trigger retaliation against regional energy infrastructure. This warning came after President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran's energy network on July 28, 2026. The message was delivered via high-level contacts, including Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meeting Saudi, Turkish, and Qatari counterparts. Iran is using this threat of wider regional destruction as leverage against further U.S. military action. Gulf nations are now in a tough spot between Washington and Tehran.

🧐 Billionaire on Rs 500 Crore Rolex Secret

A man worth Rs 500 Crore shared the reason behind his choice of wearing a first-copy Rolex. This individual revealed that he purchased the watch for only Rs 10,000. The decision reflects a personal stance against excessive luxury branding. He explained that the watch serves a different purpose for him than its market value suggests. Moving forward, he plans to continue wearing watches that suit his perspective. 🧐