🧐 Dhruv Rathee's Hindu Deity Video Blocked in India

A video by YouTuber Dhruv Rathee claiming Hindu gods consumed meat was blocked across India following a Union government order. This action was reported by Google to the Delhi High Court on Tuesday, concerning a video uploaded on March 21. The content discussed dietary habits in Hindu scriptures, noting deities like Ram and Krishna consumed meat and alcohol. Lawyer Amita Sachdeva filed the plea, alleging the video was derogatory and communally sensitive. The court has adjourned the case until September while seeking the video's global removal. 🧐

💧 CM tells officials to keep Mandya calm over Cauvery dispute

Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar directed officials to maintain law and order in Mandya district due to the Cauvery water issue. He clarified that the state government handles water release decisions, while district administration manages local peace. He noted that water cannot be held forever and farmers must plan crops based on reservoir levels. Shivakumar also stressed the need for careful electoral roll revisions and public awareness campaigns. Additionally, he instructed officials to prevent drinking water shortages across the district.

🚜 Farmers' Protest Marching from Haryana to Delhi 🌾

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) is starting a 13-day 'Kisan Bachao Padyatra' from Kanori to Delhi. This march will run from August 16 to August 29, aiming to protect farmers' rights and the future of agriculture. Key demands include a legal guarantee for MSP, loan waivers, and excluding agriculture from the India-US trade deal. Additionally, they are demanding immediate water release to Cauvery basin canals and support for the Mekedatu reservoir. The protest follows a recent discussion on the August 13 Karnataka bandh regarding the Cauvery issue.

🌧️ Rainwater spotted at new Noida International Airport

Rainwater was seen collecting inside the premises of the Noida International Airport following heavy showers in the Delhi-NCR region. The incident occurred at the airport, which was inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on March 28, 2026, and started passenger operations on June 15. Airport authorities stated the waterlogging was temporary, occurring on a connecting road and cleared within 30 minutes. This footage sparked social media criticism regarding the airport's drainage infrastructure. Congress also used the event to criticize the government's management of the new aviation hub. 🌧️

🔭 ESA simulates eclipse to predict tomorrow's big one 🔭

The European Space Agency created an artificial solar eclipse in space to predict the structure of tomorrow's real one. This was done using two satellites flying 150 metres apart to capture the hidden solar corona. The test was staged about two weeks before the August 12 event, accounting for the Sun's rotation. Scientists can now forecast the corona visible over Greenland, Iceland, Spain, and Portugal by reversing the image. This research is crucial because the corona dictates space weather that affects satellites and power grids.

⚖️ Warrants issued in Muttil tree-felling scam

Non-bailable warrants were issued to the Augustine brothers by the Chottanikkara court in a cheating case. This case involves Roji, Jose Kutty, and Anto Augustine in Muttil South, Wayanad. The warrants followed their failure to appear on August 6, 2026, related to an ₹1.4 crore fraud from 2021. The dispute stems from the illegal sale of timber from protected trees. They are required to appear before the court on August 18, 2026.

🔬 Amgen launches new science hub in Hyderabad

US biotech giant Amgen is setting up a Science and Innovation Centre in Genome Valley, Hyderabad. This move solidifies Telangana's status as a global life sciences hub, following an MoU signing. The centre is expected to be operational by 2027 and will employ around 200 highly skilled professionals. It aims to integrate experimental science with Amgen's global research capabilities. This expansion builds on Amgen opening its GCC in Hyderabad back in February 2025.

🏟️ Birmingham athletics prices called a disgrace by fans

Ticket and food prices at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham have sparked major controversy. Fans and former footballer Stan Collymore are criticizing the high costs at Alexander Stadium. Some weekend tickets are priced at £150, while a pork roll costs £18.50 during the event from August 10 to 16. This pricing is being questioned as a reason for the sparsely filled stands despite top athletes like Keely Hodgkinson competing. Organizers are facing pressure to make the home championships more accessible for supporters. 😟

✨ RPF finds lost ₹3 lakh gold chain in Tirupati

Railway Protection Force officials recovered a gold chain worth around ₹3 lakh that was left on a train. This incident happened in Tirupati on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The chain was accidentally left by M. Kavitha on Monday, August 10, under a pillow on train No. 17261. Under the supervision of Inspector M. Sandeep Kumar, the RPF team found the 24-gram ornament. The chain was later handed over to M. Kavitha and her husband, who were thankful for the quick action.

📱 iPhone 18 Pro storage stays put, but prices might jump 💸

The rumored iPhone 18 Pro will start with 256GB of storage, matching the iPhone 17 Pro's minimum capacity. This report from TrendForce suggests the device will be nearly 40% more expensive to manufacture than the iPhone 17 Pro. Retail price increases are expected because of higher component costs, including RAM and A20 Pro chips. In the U.S., starting prices could rise by $200 to $300 compared to the iPhone 17 Pro. Apple is anticipated to officially announce the iPhone 18 Pro models in September. 📱

🔥 Mirzapur movie trailer launches, action heats up

The trailer for Mirzapur The Movie was officially launched in Mumbai, featuring a massive cast of actors. Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, and others were present for the event on August 11, 2026. Anangsha Biswas called the trailer an "absolute blast," and the film is set for release on September 4. The trailer promises relentless bloodshed and mazedaar dialoguebaazi, keeping the high energy intact. New players have joined the universe, signaling the start of a new big-screen dhamaka.