🎬 Friday OTT drops: 7 new shows and movies are here

Seven new movies and shows are hitting streaming platforms this Friday, August 7, 2026. Releases include 'Operation Safed Sagar' on Netflix and 'Our Sticky Love' on Netflix. The lineup features a military drama, a K-drama, and the 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' on JioHotstar. Viewers can catch action from 'Lenin' on ZEE5 and sci-fi horror in 'The Last House' on Netflix. The week promises a mix of romance, action, and intense thrillers for binge-watchers.

☔ Ahmedabad schools consider optional Sunday classes after rain disruptions

Ahmedabad schools might hold voluntary Sunday classes to make up for lost syllabus due to heavy rain. The District Education Officer issued this advisory for all schools across Ahmedabad city. This proposal is in response to disruptions caused by rainfall across Gujarat. Schools can use these optional sessions for revision or covering pending work. Ultimately, attendance on Sundays will remain completely voluntary for students. ☔

🧠 defending indian knowledge from pseudoscience

The act of teaching Indian Knowledge Systems often involves distinguishing genuine concepts from pseudoscience. This boundary keeping is crucial as science, culture, and belief lines are often blurred. The 3rd Mind, Brain and Consciousness Conference 2026 at IIT Mandi showcased this issue through its abstract themes. While some work was legitimate, the conference also featured speculative papers on topics like 'Theory of Quantum Emotion'. This trend challenges the credibility of Indian science and its institutions.

🪐 Liquid nitrogen found moving on Pluto's surface

Scientists found evidence of strange liquid movement on Pluto's giant nitrogen glacier, Sputnik Planitia. This discovery was made by analyzing images captured by the New Horizons spacecraft during its July 2015 flyby. The findings, published in The Planetary Science Journal, indicate liquid nitrogen is rising through cracks via basal melting. This suggests Pluto is geologically active, contradicting old ideas of it being dead. Further data analysis might reveal more signs of ongoing planetary activity. 🧊

🌕 SpaceX rocket hits moon, sparking debris debate

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage reportedly impacted the moon on Wednesday after drifting for almost a year. This incident involved a discarded stage from a launch on January 15, 2025, while operating under NASA’s CLPS initiative. The stage was about 12 feet wide and 45 feet long, and it might create a 60-foot-wide crater. While NASA says it poses no Earth danger, astronomers worry about growing space debris during the lunar exploration boom. Experts suggest establishing monitoring systems is key for future missions. 🚀

⚖️ Malur Judge Transferred Over Road Rage Incident

The Karnataka High Court has transferred Principal Civil Judge and JMFC Gayatri following a road rage controversy captured on CCTV. She has been moved from Malur in Kolar district to Humnabad in Bidar district as of August 5, 2026. This action follows a July 28 order where Justice M Nagaprasanna found her conduct unbecoming of a judge. The court noted her altercation after two riders allegedly overtook her vehicle. Consequently, administrative action was taken, and further investigation against the riders was stayed. ⚖️

🌳 Home gardens lower diabetes risk, study finds

An Australian study revealed that having a home garden or living near parks reduces the chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Researchers from the University of Queensland analyzed data from over 19,000 participants in the UK Biobank. Those with substantial gardens showed a 6.8 percent lower risk compared to others. This finding emphasizes that public health must guide urban planning for green spaces. The research suggests outdoor time boosts activity, Vitamin D, and mental well-being. 🌳

🤔 Parents need to own up to their politics, says Mehta

Pratap Bhanu Mehta has issued a strong statement regarding the political choices of the current generation's parents. He asserted that Gen Z's parents must be held accountable for the political crises that have been created. This commentary was made by Mehta without specifying a particular date or location for the statement. The core argument suggests that the long-term consequences of past political decisions are now affecting the youth. Moving forward, this points to a necessary reckoning with past political actions.

⚖️ Tarun Tejpal gets 10 years for 2013 assault case

The Bombay High Court convicted former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal in a 2013 sexual assault case on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The judgment was delivered by Justices Neela Gokhale and Amit Jamsandekar at the HC’s Goa Bench. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison and given two weeks to surrender, convicting him under IPC sections 376(2)(f), 354(a), and 354(b). The case stemmed from allegations by a junior colleague about an incident in a Goa hotel elevator during ThinkFest in November 2013. The Goa government had previously challenged the 2021 trial court acquittal, pushing for a stricter sentence. ⚖️

🌧️ Kodagu rain shortage worries minister; August hopes rise

Kodagu district is currently experiencing below-normal rainfall, causing issues like a road collapse in Kolthodu Baigodu village. Minister P. M. Narendraswamy visited Madikeri on August 5 to review the situation and assess agricultural impact. The district faced a 37% rainfall deficit compared to last year, missing the usual 859mm in July. Officials are now focused on repairs and hoping August brings better rain for paddy transplantation. The government is assured to provide necessary assistance for both flood and drought situations. 😥

🏏 BCCI upset over lenient fitness tests for India players

The BCCI has expressed displeasure regarding the fitness evaluation process for senior India players. This issue involves several top athletes who were reportedly given very manageable targets to clear their medical assessments. The reports surfaced around a recent fitness evaluation period, though specific dates were not provided in the update. This perceived leniency has sparked internal discussion about maintaining high standards within the national cricket team. The board is expected to address these concerns to ensure consistent athletic benchmarks are met moving forward. 🏏