🌧️ Delhi-NCR floods as rain hits hard

Heavy rain severely impacted traffic across Delhi-NCR on Friday evening, leading to major snarls and waterlogging. The affected areas included New Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad. IMD had issued a red alert, warning of heavy rain at isolated spots over the next few hours. Locals in Valmiki Basti mentioned decades of flooding due to blocked drainage and encroachments downstream. Travel advisories were issued by major airlines and Indira Gandhi International Airport due to the bad weather.

🌧️ Delhi-NCR drowned in rain fury

Heavy rain hammered Delhi-NCR on Friday evening, causing massive traffic jams across the capital and surrounding areas. Office-goers faced huge snarls and waterlogged roads in cities like Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad. The IMD had issued a red alert, warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms over the coming hours. Several arterial roads, including Mehrauli-Badarpur Road and ITO, saw severe congestion due to the downpour. Commuters were advised to avoid travel as light to moderate rainfall is expected until August 10.

🏏 Cricket Star Tops Tax Payer List in Uttarakhand

An Indian cricketer has been identified as the highest tax contributor in Uttarakhand. This individual made a significant contribution to the state's revenue while based in Uttarakhand. For the fiscal year 2025-26, the cricketer contributed an impressive Rs 23.84 Crore. This highlights the financial impact of prominent sports figures in the region. Further details regarding their tax filings are expected to be released soon. 🏏

⛈️ IMD warns of extreme rain and flood risk in East India 🌧️

The India Meteorological Department has warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across eastern, northwestern, and southern India over the next few days. This weather threat is primarily being driven by two active low-pressure systems impacting the region. Specifically, low to moderate flash flood risk has been announced for parts of Odisha, West Bengal, and Jharkhand. Heavy downpours are expected in areas like Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, and Sikkim throughout August. Authorities are advising caution due to potential surface runoff and inundation in low-lying areas.

✨ Adobe brings creative tools to ChatGPT with new plugin

Adobe has launched a new ChatGPT plugin integrating over 70 tools from its creative and productivity apps. This plugin is available globally on the ChatGPT web and app for users. It combines capabilities from apps like Photoshop, Firefly, and Premiere across ChatGPT Work and Codex. Users can create images, edit videos, design assets, and format documents directly through the chat interface. Detailed editing can then continue within the full Adobe applications if needed. 🤖

✨ Astronomers witness massive star's explosive end

Astronomers have successfully observed the entire explosive death of an enormous star, leading to new understandings of these violent events. This observation started in March when China’s Einstein Probe detected an X-ray flare from the collapsing core. The star, estimated to be 30 times the Sun's mass, was located about 500-million light-years away. The explosion was a broad-lined Type Ic supernova, which appears to have left behind a black hole. Future study of these extreme events will help astrophysicists understand physics in extreme environments. 🔭

📱 Vivo S2 vs Samsung A37 5G: Which Phone Wins?

The Vivo S2 5G and Samsung Galaxy A37 5G are competing mid-range smartphones under Rs 50,000. Vivo S2 launched on August 6, 2020, while the Galaxy A37 5G was released in April 2026. The Vivo S2 starts at Rs 39,999 with a MediaTek chipset, whereas the Samsung A37 5G is currently Rs 40,499 on sale. Both phones feature AMOLED displays and solid specs suitable for an upgrade. Consumers can choose based on battery size or chipset preference during these sales. 📱

🌿 Beat monsoon blues with these 4 homemade drinks

The monsoon season often brings lethargy and seasonal flu due to dampness and temperature changes. Four easy homemade drinks can help strengthen the immune system and fight off monsoon blues. These include Ginger-Honey Lemonade, Turmeric-Black Pepper Milk, Tulsi and Clove Tea, and Cinnamon and Star Anise Infusion. Each blend uses kitchen staples to offer specific health benefits for the rainy weather. Trying these natural remedies can help keep one feeling energized and healthy throughout the season.

✅ Uganda praised for stopping Ebola outbreak

The WHO and Africa CDC commended Uganda's swift actions in containing the recent Ebola outbreak. This praise followed a joint mission to Uganda and the DRC on August 4-5. Uganda declared the outbreak over on July 28, after discharging the last patient on July 16. The success highlighted the value of early detection and strong community engagement. Both organizations stressed that ongoing preparedness is crucial to prevent spread from the DRC.

🌍 Argentina, Mexico back FIFA's Infantino amid drama

Argentina and Mexico have joined Africa in supporting FIFA President Gianni Infantino amidst ongoing controversies. These nations provided their backing after Africa unanimously voted for him, following a debate over a scrapped World Cup commercial rights proposal. This support comes as UEFA maintains its boycott stance and Norway calls for Infantino's resignation. The move significantly bolsters Infantino against internal challenges ahead of the March Congress in Morocco. This entire situation highlights a major rift within global football governance. 🌍

🏏 Free entry for India vs Sri Lanka Test series

Sri Lanka Cricket has announced that public admission will be free for the upcoming Test series against India. The two-match series is scheduled from August 15 to August 19 at the Galle International Cricket Stadium. The second Test will take place from August 23 to August 27 at the SSC Grounds in Colombo. Spectators can enter the Galle stadium free through Gate No. 4. At the SSC Grounds, entry is available through Gates 3, 4, 5, and 7.