🚦 Delhi Police won't spill VIP traffic secrets

Delhi Police failed to provide clear answers to two RTI applications regarding VIP movements in the city. The department did not list who qualifies as VIP/VVIPs or provide guidelines for traffic restrictions. Records covering five years showed expenditure on hired security vehicles rose sharply from Rs 1.43 crore in 2021-22 to Rs 23.13 crore in 2022-23. Financial records pre-2020 were reported as destroyed without explanation. Furthermore, details on the allocation and cost of the 850 vehicles bought for the 2023 G20 Summit remain unclear. 🧐

🏏 India's WTC 2025-27 Final Hopes Look Rocky

Aakash Chopra suggests India might struggle to make the WTC 2025-27 final even after winning the upcoming series. Currently fifth with 48.150 PCT, India faces Sri Lanka starting August 15th in a two-Test series. A clean sweep would raise India's PCT to 57.58, but this gain is considered minimal. Tough fixtures like New Zealand and Australia await, where single losses carry heavy PCT penalties. India's history in New Zealand and past struggles against Australia make qualification a challenging prospect. 😬

😔 Man Secretly Films Schoolgirl and Posts Videos

A resident of Uttar Pradesh, Arvind Kumar, secretly filmed a minor Muslim schoolgirl while she waited at the bus stop. He proceeded to post three videos of the girl on his Instagram account, @/arvindmaurya7989. These videos were edited to include vulgar Bhojpuri songs in the background. This act was designed to sexualize the young girl in a public manner. Authorities are now looking into this serious incident to take appropriate action. 😔

🤝 Qatar hints at possible US-Iran deal

Qatar has indicated that language for a possible US-Iran deal has been drafted. High-ranking sources suggest that arrangements for the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz might be announced within hours or tomorrow. US Treasury Secretary Bessent mentioned the deal could happen Tuesday or Wednesday, while US Sec. of State Rubio noted progress with Iran and Oman. This development suggests active communications are underway regarding the critical shipping lane. Further updates are anticipated as talks advance on this significant geopolitical issue.

🔒 Google passkeys vulnerable to basic malware attacks

Researchers from Unit 42 found that malware can steal Google-synced passkeys without any PIN or biometric interaction. Three distinct account takeover attacks were demonstrated, with the most severe one extracting every synced passkey from a victim's account. This vulnerability exists because some services trust a verification flag without truly confirming user identity. While Google removed one secret from Chrome logs, device memory remains risky, demanding stronger verification methods. 🔐

📈 AP's growth rate beats Telangana's, says CM Naidu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu claimed the state's growth rate is at 11.3% for the 2024-26 period. This was presented at a press conference in the Secretariat on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, comparing it to Telangana's 10.7%. The government has spent ₹1,49,401 crore on welfare and created 30,607 government jobs. Improvements are credited to public investment and infrastructure like the Bhogapuram International Airport. The administration plans to continue this balanced development approach across the state. 📈

🤖 China's AI spending vs America's splurge

American tech giants are reportedly planning massive capital spending on data centers exceeding $740bn this year. This contrasts sharply with Chinese titans, who are forecasted to invest less than a tenth as much in data centers in 2026. Despite lower investment, Chinese models like Moonshot AI's K3 are nearly as clever as top American frontier models. This frugality is partly due to American tech export restrictions limiting access to the best chips. Furthermore, Chinese businesses are noted for being stingy with their IT budgets.

🏏 Stokes eyeing England coaching role after playing career

Former captain Ben Stokes has expressed a strong ambition to coach the England national cricket team in the future. He is currently pursuing his Level 3 coaching qualification to prepare for this transition. Stokes believes his experience, including making major decisions, makes him qualified for the role. He also questioned why Harry Brook was not named Test captain despite his vice-captaincy. Following Stokes' retirement, Joe Root was reappointed captain and Stephen Fleming became head coach. 🏏

⌚ 5 smartwatches that actually hit the mark

After extensive testing, five smartwatches were picked for their real-world performance instead of just marketing hype. The selections include the Redmi Watch 5 Lite, Amazfit Bip 6, OnePlus Watch 2R, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, and Google Pixel Watch 3. These devices were evaluated based on comfort, battery life, and daily usability across different price points. Each watch offers unique strengths, from long battery life to advanced health monitoring capabilities. Buyers are seeing a mix of value and performance across these diverse options. ⌚

🦴 New guide for pregnancy bone health issues

A new international position statement offers practical guidance for Pregnancy- and Lactation-associated Osteoporosis (PLO). This guidance was developed by experts from several international medical organizations. It provides a clinical pathway for identifying and managing PLO, which can cause spinal fractures during late pregnancy or postpartum. The statement recommends tailored assessments, conservative care, and individual evaluation for bone-specific agents. Further research is needed to determine the true incidence and long-term outcomes for affected women. 🦴

📚 Rahul Singh's debut novel explores complex choices in queer and Muslim lives

Rahul Singh's debut novel, Unfolding, questions what it truly means to choose someone across different life circumstances. It features an affluent gay couple in Kolkata and a working-class Muslim house-help, Zubina. The narrative juxtaposes their worlds, highlighting contrasts in lifestyle and personal compromises. Zubina observes the couple's relationship, prompting her to question her own life choices. The book ends somewhat ambiguously, suggesting a settling rather than a passionate decision. 📖