🦀 Forester finds new crab species in Karnataka 🦀

A beat forester noticed an unusual freshwater crab during a routine patrol in Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka. Ajmeer K, from the Kollur range, made this discovery, co-authoring the science with Santanu Mitra of the Zoological Survey of India. The crab, named Ghatiana karnataka, was documented with male and female specimens in the journal Species. This find highlights the rich, undocumented biodiversity of the Western Ghats. Authorities now stress the need to support forest staff who contribute to regional research.

🧐 Bollywood stars asked to skip food safety ad

Bollywood stars have been instructed to withdraw a specific surrogate advertisement. This directive came from a food safety drive being conducted in an Indian state. The campaign targets consumer awareness regarding food safety standards. The stars were involved in promoting the initiative to educate the public. Authorities are now monitoring the withdrawal to ensure compliance with guidelines. 🧐

📈 SEBI Chief: Options Trading Not Market Policy Driver

The SEBI chief stated that options trading cannot dictate market policy decisions. This clarification was made regarding the role of derivatives in overall market direction. Specific details about the upcoming SLBM revamp were not provided in the statement. The regulator emphasized that policy is driven by broader economic factors, not just trading instruments. Further updates on the SLBM changes are anticipated soon. 📈

📚 Ahmedabad school makes classic books optional

A recent disagreement led an Ahmedabad school to change its curriculum approach. The decision affects students attending the school in Ahmedabad. The change impacts the inclusion of books by Malala and Anne Frank. This move comes after internal discussions regarding mandatory reading lists. School authorities are now reevaluating their literature requirements for students. 📚

⚖️ CBI charges husband and mother-in-law in Twisha Sharma case

The CBI has formally charged Twisha Sharma's husband, Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, for dowry death and abetment to suicide. The investigation was conducted by the CBI in Bhopal, concluding on August 17, 2026. The chargesheet details harassment linked to their unborn child and dowry demands as the motive. Contrary to the father's murder allegations, the CBI found no evidence of homicide. The next step involves the special CBI court hearing the case based on digital and forensic evidence. 😟

🚨 Apple drops massive spyware alert for iPhone users 📱

Apple released its largest spyware alert batch yet on August 13, 2026, impacting users in 110 countries. Uniquely, this warning now appears directly on the iPhone Lock Screen for the first time. The alert informs users of a mercenary spyware attack, similar to NSO Group’s Pegasus. Users are advised to enable Lockdown Mode and update their iOS immediately. Apple notes these attacks target high-profile individuals, not the general public.

🤔 Musharraf's post-coup life update

General Musharraf faced significant fallout following Operation Safed Sagar and his subsequent failed visit to India. He was involved in a military coup that reshaped the political landscape of Pakistan. The events unfolded around the specified dates, marking a critical turning point in his career. This period saw intense political maneuvering and international scrutiny of his actions. The future trajectory of his political influence remains uncertain amidst ongoing developments.

🍎 Apple Fitness+ job listing hints at live content 🏃

A job listing for a Studio Producer at Apple hints at a possible shift for Fitness+. The role is based in Santa Monica and requires skills in live production and experimenting with new formats. Although Fitness+ currently offers on-demand content, the emphasis on live skills marks new territory for the service. This comes as Apple reviews Fitness+ due to low revenue and high churn rates. Apple might eventually merge Fitness+ with the Health app as part of this ongoing restructuring. 🍎

🏛️ SC rejects plea challenging Sikkim's 2002 voter roll

The Supreme Court refused to intervene in the Election Commission of India's choice of the 2002 electoral roll for Sikkim's SIR. The plea was filed by a Sikkim-based organization arguing for older revision years like 1979 or 1993. The Election Commission stated that an SIR was conducted in 2002 and that objections were already being processed. The court noted the decision was a uniform, national policy choice not opposed by any political party. Therefore, the bench concluded there was no ground for judicial review of the fixation year. 🧐

💥 Seven killed in Ukrainian strikes on Russia

At least seven people were killed and four wounded in Ukrainian missile and drone attacks targeting Russia. These incidents occurred in Belgorod, near the Ukrainian border, and Astrakhan in Russia. Reports specify at least six deaths in Koloskovo on Monday, alongside a separate drone attack in Astrakhan. The attacks are happening amidst heightened missile exchanges between the nations. This escalation continues as front-line fighting remains largely static. 💥

⚽ Barcelona eyes Gyokeres as Alvarez plan stalls

Barcelona is reportedly looking into Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres as a potential alternative signing. This interest comes as Atletico Madrid remains unwilling to entertain offers for their primary target, Julian Alvarez. While Alvarez is still the top pick, the club needs a backup plan before the transfer window closes. Gyokeres joined Arsenal last summer for about €70 million, scoring 21 goals in the 2025-26 campaign. Barcelona is expected to make moves to assess the Swedish striker's situation in the coming hours. ⚽