👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Delhi CM supports 3-child limit for Lakshmi Yojna

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has strongly backed the proposed 3-child limit under the Lakshmi Yojna scheme. This stance was taken in response to recent public debates regarding family size policies. The policy was discussed concerning families in Delhi with a target rollout date in Q4 2024. Gupta stressed that women should not be treated as mere machines for procreation within the program. This move aims to balance population growth with social welfare objectives. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

💹 Yen Jitters as Intervention Effects Fade; RBA Holds Rates

The Japanese Yen experienced some wobbling after the immediate impact of currency intervention started to lessen. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) made a decision to keep its interest rates unchanged. This decision was maintained as of the latest reports from the bank. The action comes amidst ongoing global economic uncertainty and fluctuating market sentiment. Analysts are now watching for the next set of policy moves from the central bank. 🧐

🌤️ Delhi-NCR enjoys 10 straight days of decent air quality

Delhi-NCR has experienced its tenth consecutive day of satisfactory air quality, according to the India Meteorological Department. This air quality status was recorded across the capital region throughout all of August this year. The 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) reached 89 at 4 pm, which falls into the satisfactory category. This trend mirrors the first 10 days of 2024 when the city also maintained good air quality. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Tuesday, predicting generally cloudy skies with moderate rain.

🔬 KAIST makes gas atoms line up like crystals

A South Korean team demonstrated that gas atoms trapped in porous solids can form ordered crystal-like patterns. This research was conducted by a team led by Kim Ji-han at KAIST, using computer simulations. They successfully showed this 'gas lattice' effect in a cobalt-based structure called Co-CAU-36. This finding suggests a new way to design materials for separating gas mixtures efficiently. The next steps involve building these designed frameworks and testing them with commercial gases.

🗣️ Bangladesh PM talks Sheikh Hasina extradition with India

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman raised the issue of Sheikh Hasina's extradition with Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi in Dhaka on Monday. The meeting also covered other crucial bilateral topics between the two nations. Officials stressed that India should avoid actions damaging bilateral relations, referencing Hasina's August 5th news conference in Delhi. Bangladesh also urged India to hand over the suspected killers of Osman Hadi. Both sides expressed hope for a positive and constructive future cooperation between Dhaka and New Delhi. 🤝

🚨 Harbhajan shares drug video, Punjab Police fact-checks it

Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh shared a viral video showing men acting like zombies to highlight drug addiction issues in Punjab. He posted this on X, expressing sadness over the state of Punjab's youth. Punjab Police responded quickly to the post, clarifying that the video actually originated from Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan. The police cautioned users against assuming location based on audio language in any incident. They urged everyone to verify facts before posting misleading content. 😥

🤢 Blinkit Malad store gets FDA warning over hygiene issues

The FDA has suspended the food license of a Blinkit store located in Malad. This action was taken against the store due to significant hygiene lapses and the presence of cockroaches. The violation was noted during a recent inspection conducted by the regulatory body. This suspension highlights the strict food safety standards enforced in food delivery services. Authorities will monitor the store to ensure compliance before any license reinstatement. 🤢

📱 Apple's Glass Phone Plan Holds Strong Until 2027

Apple's vision for a glass-centric iPhone continues to be on schedule for its 20th anniversary. This roadmap centers around the design philosophy for the next generation of iPhones. The company has reportedly maintained this strategy through various development cycles. This commitment reflects a deep investment in high-end display technology and materials. The timeline suggests significant design iterations leading up to 2027. 📱

📈 India's university ranking climb to 52 spots

India's presence in global university rankings has seen a major jump, increasing from 11 institutions in 2015 to 52 in the 2027 QS World University Rankings. This growth was attributed by the Centre to the expansion of higher education and the 2015 introduction of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Participation in NIRF also grew substantially, with applications moving from 6,272 in 2021 to 14,163 in 2025. IIT Delhi secured the top spot for India, moving up five places to rank 118th globally. Initiatives like NEP 2020 are boosting the sector, though maintaining research improvement remains a hurdle.

🥛 Milky Mist IPO: Dairy giant seeks public funding

Milky Mist is opening its Initial Public Offering (IPO) which subscribes today and closes on August 13th. The company, based in Tamil Nadu, sources milk from over 74,600 farmers across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. In FY26, the company generated ₹3,138 crore in revenue, with paneer, cheese, and curd making up nearly 60% of that total. The IPO aims to raise ₹1,553 crore, mostly for debt repayment and plant modernization. Investors are looking at its strong market position against its high debt-to-equity ratio. 🐄

🏛️ Adani's criminal charges dropped by US judge

A US federal judge formally dismissed criminal securities fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani on Monday. The case involved Adani, his nephew Sagar Adani, and six others indicted in Brooklyn, New York in November 2024. Prosecutors had alleged Adani agreed to bribe officials for a solar energy plant and made misleading statements to investors. The judge criticized the Justice Department's conduct for dropping the case without full input from the FBI and SEC. However, the judge has not yet ruled on two pending counts against five other co-defendants. ⚖️