☔ Delhi-NCR floods streets amid heavy rain chaos

Heavy rain pounded Delhi-NCR throughout the day on Friday, causing widespread waterlogging and severe traffic disruptions across the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Delhi due to the relentless monsoon showers. This weather event led to submerged roads and major commuting issues for thousands of people. A rare combination of weather systems intensified the monsoon spell, prompting further warnings from the IMD. Residents are expected to face more heavy rainfall and localised flooding in the near future. ☔

🏠 Tirupati Property Expo kicks off with 2000+ listings

The CREDAI Tirupati Property Expo 2026 officially started at Sree Convention Centre in Tirupati on Friday. Tirupati MLA Arani Srinivasulu inaugurated this three-day event alongside several other dignitaries. Over 2,000 properties, ranging from ₹40 lakh to ₹4 crore, are currently on display for buyers. The expo features 56 stalls from 20 builders and offers home loan assistance from leading banks. Organizers anticipate around 4,000 visitors and 300 property bookings by the end of the event.

⚖️ Meta hit with massive fine over child safety issues 🚨

A US judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million because its platforms exposed children to harmful content and sexual exploitation. This ruling specifically targeted Instagram and Facebook in New Mexico. The judgment, made following a previous $375 million penalty, totals $942 million in financial liability. The court deemed Meta a “public nuisance” due to the harm caused to young users. The judge also mandated new safety measures, as Meta has announced it will appeal the decision.

😟 Modi's job promise vs reality check

Prime Minister Modi had made promises regarding job creation in the country. However, the available data suggests a different trend than what was projected. According to reports, the employment figures showed a dip in certain sectors during the period ending March 2024. This situation raises questions about the effectiveness of current economic policies. Authorities are now expected to address these employment challenges in the coming quarters.

🚨 Brother of fugitive Arjun Ayanki detained in Thrissur

Police detained Akhil, the brother of fugitive Arjun Ayanki, in Thrissur on Friday. Authorities tracked him using his mobile phone tower location for questioning. Intensified searches are underway across Thrissur city to find Arjun, who is wanted for threatening an SHO via Facebook. Investigators also secured CCTV footage showing Arjun's car at the Paliyekkara toll plaza. The case relates to an incident in May this year where Arjun was arrested for criminal conspiracy.

💾 Google Drive stops photo backups on August 10

Google is ending support for automatic syncing between Drive desktop backups and Photos on August 10, 2026. This change affects users who rely on Drive for seamless photo backups across their computers. After this date, users must manually upload any new images directly to Google Photos via the web interface. Existing photos stored in Google Drive will remain safe, but new uploads won't transfer automatically to Google Photos. Users should consider alternative backups to prevent data loss. 💾

🌧️ Delhi downpour continues; IMD warns of more rain

Heavy rainfall in Delhi caused traffic disruptions and waterlogging across several areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert, forecasting continued showers for Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi on Saturday, August 8. Sector 17 in Faridabad recorded a high of 119.4 mm of rain between midnight and 5 pm. A low-pressure system is now causing heavy to extremely heavy rain warnings across many parts of India. The agency also warns of flash flood risks in Odisha, West Bengal, and Jharkhand. 🌧️

🙏 Parole granted for gangster sons to attend funeral

The Allahabad High Court granted parole to jailed brothers Ali and Umar Ahmad to attend their younger brother Aban's funeral. This order was passed by Justices Ajay Bhanot and Divesh Chandra Samant after a petition from Atiq Ahmad’s sister, Parveen Qureshi. Aban Ahmad died in a road accident in Jhansi on Thursday, and the funeral is scheduled for Saturday morning. Ali is in Jhansi jail, while Umar is currently in Lucknow jail. The court's decision allows the brothers to attend the last rites near their father's grave. 😔

🕵️‍♂️ ChatGPT scam busts major Delhi job exam fraud

Delhi Police exposed a massive recruitment exam scam where candidates cheated using AI tools like ChatGPT. The racket involved a firefighter from the Chandigarh Fire Department operating out of Haryana. This sophisticated operation charged aspirants up to ₹12 lakh for customized gadgets and real-time answers. The syndicate used concealed nano earbuds and a mobile control room setup to transmit answers during exams. Police have arrested seven people and are now tracing the network's financial trail. 🕵️‍♂️

💸 India's urea subsidy doubles amid global chaos

India's subsidy for imported urea jumped by over 128% in the 2025-26 fiscal year. This increase was seen in data from the Department of Fertilisers regarding imports. The subsidy rose from Rs 21,000 crore in 2024-25 to Rs 47,956.24 crore in 2025-26. This surge is attributed to a weaker rupee and global supply chain disruptions. The government's total urea subsidy bill, covering both types, increased by about 14.4% year-on-year. 📈

😥 Hassan community asks CM to bring back ill woman from Ivory Coast

The Hakki Pikki community from Angadihalli in Hassan has requested help from Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. A couple, Somu and Jyothi, traveled to the Ivory Coast four months ago for plant extract sales. Jyothi, 46, was hospitalized in Abidjan after suffering a high fever and entering a coma. Her husband, Somu, is struggling with medical bills and arranging her repatriation to India. Community leaders are urging the CM and the Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate her return. 😥