🗣️ Congress slams Centre over US Russia oil sanctions

Congress member Pawan Khera criticized the PM Modi-led government regarding a US Senate bill targeting Russian oil buyers. Khera alleged India faces pressure from foreign nations concerning its Russian oil purchases. This bill could impose up to 100% tariffs on top five countries, including India and China. Furthermore, he supported protesting students in Jharkhand whose agitation began after the July 5th JPSC exam results. Khera stated that both government and opposition must address the students' concerns moving forward. 🗣️

💧 Delhi and Gurgaon underwater from heavy rains 🌧️

Heavy rainfall brought Delhi and Gurgaon to a standstill on Friday, causing widespread waterlogging across the NCR. The Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway was badly affected, with Delhi recording 127 mm of rain in the first seven days of August. This deluge caused disruptions, including waterlogging at Safdarjung Hospital and traffic snarls on Golf Course Road. Several companies opted for work-from-home, and schools in Gurgaon shifted to online classes. The IMD forecasts light to moderate rain for Saturday and the coming days.

😠 Congress slams Centre over US sanctions bill 😠

Congress Rajya Sabha member Pawan Khera attacked the Modi-led Centre regarding a US Senate bill on Russian oil sanctions. Khera stated that India appears pressured by other nations over its purchases, specifically mentioning the bill passed by the US Senate. This bill could impose tariffs up to 100% on top five buyers, including India and China. Furthermore, Khera backed students protesting in Jharkhand against alleged recruitment irregularities since July 5. Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to address these youth concerns at 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' in Prayagraj on Saturday.

🏛️ TN parties skip CM's delimitation meet

DMK and AIADMK allies are boycotting the all-party MPs' meeting called by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. The session was scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, to discuss the delimitation issue. Out of 57 MPs, only 20 are expected to attend, with 37 opting out of the initiative. DMK MP Kanimozhi claimed the meeting was just to distract from the Cauvery issue. The Delimitation Bill 2026 was introduced on April 16, 2026, but failed to pass in Parliament.

🤔 Tamil Nadu MPs boycott CM's delimitation meet

DMK and AIADMK allies are skipping the all-party MPs' meeting called by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay regarding delimitation. Out of 57 State MPs, only 20 are expected to attend the session on Saturday, August 88, 2026. The meeting aimed to form a unified State response to the proposed delimitation exercise impacting southern states. DMK MP Kanimozhi claimed the meet was a distraction from the Cauvery issue, noting no official Bill announcement. The Delimitation Bill 2026 was introduced on April 16, 2026, but failed to pass Parliament. 🧐

🧐 FSSAI crackdown forces food firms to rethink marketing

Food and beverage companies are now overhauling product labels, packaging, and marketing claims due to stricter regulatory scrutiny from FSSAI. This oversight covers diverse items from atta and juices to alcoholic beverages like whisky across India. Recently, FSSAI directed Red Bull, Sting Energy, and Hell Energy to drop the term 'energy' from their materials within 90 days. This enforcement utilizes standards framed years ago, intensified by better testing infrastructure and evolving consumer awareness. The industry is now pushing for clearer, evidence-based communication and debating front-of-pack nutrition labels. 🧐

🤩 Ravi Kishan's viral video screens at Pune college event

Ravi Kishan's widely circulated video was showcased at a recent event held at a college in Pune. The performance garnered attention from the attendees and the organizers alike. Details about the specific dates or exact attendance figures were not provided in the report. The video itself went viral across social media platforms previously, leading to this screening. It is anticipated that the performance will be a hit with the student audience. 🤩

🏞️ Spain turned massive coal pit into lake

A huge coal mine site in northwest Spain was intentionally filled with water following its shutdown. Engineers at As Pontes managed to pump in about 547 billion litres of water starting in 2008. This process was completed on 18 April, 2012, creating one of Spain's largest artificial lakes. The lake now features two distinct chemical layers due to its varied water sources and temperature. This project offers a global model for rehabilitating former mining scars into usable green spaces. 🏞️

⚡ Dell's son's startup is replacing gas generators with home batteries

Zach Dell's Base Power, founded in 2023, aims to swap out expensive gas generators for battery systems in American homes. The Austin-based startup is currently valued at $13 billion after securing $1 billion in Series D funding. They have scaled rapidly, growing from one installation daily to over 100 and serving more than 30,000 customers. Base is expanding beyond Texas and plans to eventually enter European markets due to rising AI-driven electricity demand. The company is also building a second, larger battery factory expected to be ready by 2027. ⚡

💡 Modi tells IIT grads their choices shape Viksit Bharat

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Param Pragya supercomputing facility at IIT Delhi's 57th Convocation ceremony on Saturday. He addressed the graduates at the Sonipat campus, noting the need for more female medal winners. Modi highlighted research opportunities, mentioning the Prime Minister's Research Fellowship and funding up to Rs 1 lakh crore. He stressed that their decisions over the next 30 to 35 years will impact India's journey towards a developed nation. He urged the students to continuously learn amidst the rapidly changing global technological landscape. 🎓

🏏 Bangladesh's tour game collapse rocks pre-Test confidence

Bangladesh suffered a major setback after being bowled out for 54 in the second innings of the tour game. The team, featuring head coach Phil Simmons, played against a Cricket Australia XI in Darwin on Saturday. This innings-and-38-run defeat occurred just five days before their first Test in Australia in 23 years. Simmons felt the batting performance was not good, despite earlier efforts to shape Test cricket in Bangladesh. He expressed trust that the players will work hard over the next three days for the upcoming Test. 🏏