💧 Flood drains speeding up near IT Corridor

Construction of two macro drains to manage floodwaters is happening at breakneck speed in Sholinganallur and Thoraipakkam. The work involves diverting traffic from Medavakkam - Sholinganallur Road to the ECR - OMR Link Road, covering 1.7 km. Approximately 92% of the ₹47.25-crore work is finished, with Thoraipakkam's drain partially complete as of August 5, 2026. This initiative aims to prevent flooding in the southern part of the city. The Highways Department intends to finish these projects before the Northeast monsoon arrives. 💧

🤔 Channi's role shrinks as Congress stands firm in Punjab

Congress leader Charanjit Singh Channi faces a tricky situation regarding his role in the party. This conflict stems from the All India Congress Committee's organizational overhaul implemented on July 1. As of August 5, 2026, his options are limited to accepting a lesser role or seeking a political future outside the party. Despite showing support at events, the party leadership remains firm on its decisions against the former CM's faction. This internal drama distracts the Congress from its campaign against the AAP. 😟

🚚 Trump admin revokes 28k trucking licenses; veterans get a shot

The Donald Trump administration has revoked over 28,000 immigrant commercial driver's licenses as part of a crackdown on non-citizen drivers. This action targeted thousands of immigrants, including many from Punjab and Haryana, across the US. Specifically, about 24,000 non-citizens lost licenses for allegedly failing English proficiency requirements. The move is tied to strengthening highway safety, following a fatal crash in Florida in August 2025. To fill the potential driver shortage, a new veteran hiring program, Freedom Haulers, has been launched. 🚛

🩺 Digital tools can cut down on patient harm, study reveals

A new study has found that integrating digital tools into medical practices can significantly reduce the risk of patient harm. Researchers from a major institute conducted this investigation across several healthcare settings. The study tracked outcomes from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, involving over 500 patients. These tools help standardize care and minimize human error in complex procedures. Future research will focus on optimizing the implementation of these digital solutions globally. 🩺

✨ WhatsApp drops @all tag and group chat upgrades

WhatsApp is rolling out several new features for group chats right now. These updates include the '@all' tag, end times for polls, and the ability to create new groups from existing ones. The '@all' tag alerts everyone, even if the chat is muted, but is restricted to admins in chats over 32 members. Polls can now be edited within 15 minutes of being sent, adding more utility to group discussions. These changes aim to help users manage important, time-sensitive conversations more effectively. 📱

🗳️ 20 lakh names skipped in Punjab voter list revision

About 20 lakh names were excluded after the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Punjab due to various reasons. State CEO Anindita Mitra confirmed the house-to-house enumeration finished across all 23 districts and 117 Assembly constituencies. As of June 9, Punjab had 2,14,61,043 registered electors, with 1,93,94,408 participating by August 3. The uncollectable forms total 20,66,635, covering absent, shifted, dead, and duplicate entries. Anyone left out can file claims and objections between August 13 and September 12.

🚨 Delhi cop turned criminal after gaming losses

A Delhi Police constable allegedly started ATM thefts after losing around Rs 6-7 lakh in online gaming. Hukamchand, from Delhi, recruited others to pull off two ATM break-ins in Faridabad. These heists netted over Rs 12 lakh in less than a month, with the first on July 3rd. He used YouTube tutorials to plan the attacks on vulnerable ATMs. Police are now trying to recover the stolen money from the arrested gang members. 💰

😔 Ebola outbreak surges, killing 1700 in Congo

An Ebola outbreak is surging, leading to a grim toll in eastern Congo. Health officials in the region are grappling with the rapid spread of the virus. As of the latest reports, 1,700 people have been killed due to the infection. This deadly situation is causing significant health crises across the eastern provinces. Efforts are intensifying to contain the spread and manage the ongoing emergency. 😔

📱 Google Pixel August update is live for bug fixes 🛠️

Google's August software update has been released to address various issues across eligible Pixel devices. The update includes bug fixes on Pixel 10-series phones and patches a high-severity security vulnerability. This rollout is happening starting today for phones running Android 17. Pixel 8, 8 Pro, and 8a devices from Rogers in Canada are excluded from this specific update. The update brings software to version CP2A.260805.005 for most users.

🐝 AI camera traps spot bees without hurting them

Researchers in Oregon developed a low-cost AI camera trap to identify wild bumblebees without killing them. The system, created by Oregon State University, was tested over 18 days in a red clover field at Corvallis. It recorded six bumblebee species, matching diversity found by traditional netting methods. The technology uses custom deep-learning models and a tiling approach for accurate detection. Future tests will determine if these traps work across more sites and seasons.

🧠 IRCA runs drug abuse awareness for STS staff

The Integrated Rehabilitation Centre for Addicts (IRCA), North & Middle Andaman, held a Drug Abuse Awareness & Counselling Programme for State Transport Service (STS) employees in Mayabunder. The initiative aimed to spread awareness about alcohol and substance abuse while promoting a healthy workplace. Sessions covered drug prevention, stress management, road safety, and IRCA's rehabilitation facilities. Speakers emphasized the negative health, social, and economic impacts of substance abuse on participants. The goal is to foster a drug-free and responsible community among the STS workforce.