⚖️ Co-accused seek pardon in Renukaswamy murder case

Two individuals accused in the murder of Renukaswamy are asking a Bengaluru court to become approvers. Accused No. 14, Pradosh, and Accused No. 10, Vinay, have submitted formal applications for pardon. This case involves the alleged kidnapping and torture of Renukaswamy from Chitradurga on June 8, 2024. The public prosecutor argued for their allowance, noting others have turned hostile on key points. The court has reserved its decision until Monday, August 10.

📢 Jharkhand student protests continue after initial talks

The Jharkhand government agreed to sympathetically consider the demands of protesting students following their first round of talks. This meeting took place at the State Guest House in Ranchi with student representatives. The protests have been ongoing for 14 days, and the state CID has summoned three JPSC members. Students insist the agitation will continue until demands, like cancelling the 14th JPSC exam, are met. They plan to march to the state assembly on August 10 if their demands are not addressed by Sunday. ✊

😠 Dipke slams SC's jab at Moitra's 'fear of eggs'

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke strongly criticized the Supreme Court's remarks regarding TMC MP Mahua Moitra's concerns about potential egg-throwing incidents. The court, hearing the matter before Justices Datta and Sheel Nagu, dismissed her relief request, questioning her 'fear of eggs.' The judges compared her issue to freedom fighters facing bullets, a comparison Dipke strongly refuted. This case stems from a June complaint filed by a BJP leader after Moitra's social media comments. Dipke questioned what such statements mean for ordinary citizens moving forward.

🔋 Redmi Note 17 drops with huge battery and big screen

Redmi has officially unveiled the Redmi Note 17 alongside the Redmi 17 in a recent launch. This new device features a massive 8,000mAh battery and a large display for users. The launch event detailed several key specifications for both models. This entry aims to compete strongly in the budget smartphone segment with its endurance. Further details regarding its market availability are expected soon.

🚀 The Odyssey hits $1B, aiming to beat Dark Knight Rises

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has surpassed the $1 billion mark globally at the box office. The film, featuring Matt Damon and Charlize Theron, is from Universal and will soon surpass 'The Dark Knight Rises' as his highest-grossing movie. It has earned $429.7M domestically and $570.3M overseas as of now. The movie opened in Korea this Wednesday and is scheduled for China on Aug. 14 and Japan on Sept. 11. Odyssey is the fifth tentpole this year to cross the billion-dollar threshold.

🏏 Litchfield smashes fastest fifty in Women's Hundred

Phoebe Litchfield hit the fastest half-century in the Women's Hundred history while Sunrisers Leeds won by nine wickets. The match took place at Edgbaston where Leeds chased 108 set by Birmingham Phoenix. Phoenix scored 107 for 9 in 100 balls, with Ellyse Perry scoring 31 off 22. Litchfield finished unbeaten on 71 off 33 balls, guiding the team to a comfortable victory. This win keeps Sunrisers Leeds' hopes alive in the competition. 🏏

🧐 CID summons three JPSC panel members amid probe

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has summoned all three serving members of the 14th Jharkhand Public Service Commission panel for questioning. The notices were issued on Friday to Dr Ajita Bhattacharya, Dr Anima Hansda, and Dr Jamal Ahmad in Ranchi. These members were appointed on September 2, 2021, following cabinet approval in August 2021. The CID aims to gather information on decisions and the sequence of events during the examination process. This move widens the investigation scope as the agency seeks the full extent of alleged malpractice. 🧐

🇮🇳 India solidifies claim: 27 spots officially mapped in Arunachal

The Government of India has officially standardized twenty-seven strategic locations on the Survey of India's national maps. This move was made in consultation with the Arunachal Pradesh state government to counter naming controversies. The standardization was completed by August 7, 2026, covering passes, lakes, and military memorials. This reinforces India's sovereign cartographic presence along the northeastern border. Updated maps are now publicly available for verified geographical data. 🗺️

🚨 WordPress login flaw lets hackers run code remotely

A critical vulnerability chain, CVE-2026-64638 (XSS2Shell), allows an attacker to achieve remote code execution on a server. This issue was found in WordPress Core, affecting over 500 million sites globally. The exploit begins via a failed login attempt on wp-login.php, leveraging parser disagreements. This chain can escalate to full remote code execution if an admin interacts with a malicious page. WordPress released an emergency fix in version 7.0.3 on August 6, 2026. 🛠️

⛈️ Rain alerts out, but are schools actually closing? 🌧️

The India Meteorological Department has issued heavy to very-heavy rainfall warnings across multiple regions, including Delhi-NCR, Kerala, and Odisha for Saturday, August 8. Authorities have confirmed there is no single nationwide mandate to shut down educational institutions across India. Decisions for closures are entirely up to state governments and local district administrations based on ground realities. For instance, schools in Ernakulam and Thrissur in Kerala are closed due to a red alert, while Delhi schools remain open for now. Students should check official communications from their district magistrates for final updates.

⚖️ Court slams FDA for overreacting against Amazon

The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for taking excessive action against Amazon Retail India's warehouse. The bench questioned the drastic move of shutting down commercial establishments instead of systematic enforcement. Amazon challenged the FDA after it suspended its Bhiwandi warehouse license on June 25 following a June 24 visit. Judges noted that license cancellation during an appeal period is against settled law. The High Court mandated that procedure must be followed while implementing policies. ⚖️