tech The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is now available at its lowest-ever price point in India. The base variant, featuring 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, was originally launched at INR 139,999. Currently, it can be bought for as little as INR 1,11,699 through Flipkart's offers. These deals combine a Super Coin discount and an Axis Bank credit card cashback. This limited-time "Wow Deal" makes it a good time to grab the phone. 📱
Kurnool police have arrested three individuals linked to the murder of TDP activist Shaik Imtiyaz. The accused, identified as Shaik Imran, Mohammad Jawad, and S.M.D. Irfaz, are from different parts of Kurnool town. The incident occurred in the early hours of August 7, and police seized a two-wheeler and three mobile phones. Two were apprehended near Pakki Masjid in Joharapuram, while the third was caught near Indiramma Houses. These three individuals have been remanded to judicial custody until September 1.
business The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved four major railway multitracking projects with a total cost of ₹9,450 crore. These projects are set across West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. Key routes include a 173-km line in West Bengal and Odisha, and others totaling 75km, 90km, and 72km. This capacity boost is expected to enhance mobility and connect roughly 6,448 villages with a population of 60 lakhs. The upgrades, under PM-Gati Shakti, are anticipated to generate 76 MTPA of extra freight traffic.
india Akal Takht is currently urging Sikhs to focus on increasing the family size within the community. This call is being made specifically to address ongoing concerns about population migration and declining fertility rates. The religious body emphasized the importance of larger families for the future of the Sikh community in various regions. This directive comes amidst broader demographic shifts observed across many parts of the world. The spiritual leadership anticipates a need for greater community strength through increased family growth. 👨👩👧👦
health Analysis of anonymised data from Kaspersky Safe Kids users showed communication and media dominated Indian children's online activity during Q1 2026. This data covered both Windows and Android devices across January to March 2026. On Android, adult content accounted for 5.71 per cent, significantly higher than the 1.91 per cent seen on Windows. Kaspersky noted that parental restrictions successfully blocked visits to adult content and gambling. The company is also partnering with KidZania India to educate kids on cyber risks.
sports Tan Zhongyi has emerged as a strong contender in the Cairns Cup with five wins and three draws after eight rounds. She is competing against Alice Lee, who remains a serious challenger with consistent performance throughout the tournament. Tan convincingly beat Bibisara Assaubayeva in round eight, showcasing precise attacking play. Alice Lee secured a win against Vaishali Rameshbabu, which helps her chase the leader's spot. Lee can achieve her first grandmaster norm in the final round, creating suspense for the tournament's conclusion. ♟️
tech Subnautica 2 has launched its 1.2 patch featuring a comprehensive buddy system for multiplayer survival. Creative Director Anthony Gallegos showcased Proximity Chat, Player Trading, and Revives in the new update. This patch, released on August 19, 2026, also introduced two new characters and a Tracking Tag. These additions aim to boost tension and player interaction within the underwater game. Unknown Worlds is still working on Early Access 2, promising new regions and story elements soon. 🌊
business Moderna shares surged over 100% following the successful trial results for its Melanoma vaccine. This positive news was reported on Wednesday, after Wall Street opened, concerning the collaboration with Merck. The firm's stock rose 104.3% to $128.63 on Nasdaq minutes after the opening bell. The Phase-3 trial, involving over 1,100 patients, showed the vaccine plus Keytruda completely removed detected cancer. This marks a major step for mRNA cancer vaccine treatment, with the company aiming for future regulatory approvals. 🚀
india Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi met with senior officials to review the implementation of PM Narendra Modi's free online coaching initiative. This meeting took place with the Department of Higher Education officials on Wednesday. The PM announced this in his Independence Day speech last Saturday to ease financial burdens on students. The goal is to build a robust national platform offering quality learning and expert guidance across the country. This move comes amid recent youth protests regarding education reforms.
business The state government has allocated ₹5,561.81 crore to implement five guarantee schemes in Kalaburagi district. P.T. Parameshwar Naik announced this during a review meeting in Kalaburagi on Tuesday. Under these schemes, ₹3,186.55 crore went to 5.97 lakh beneficiaries, and ₹910.98 crore was spent on free electricity. A high-level meeting will address issues faced by migrants during the fresh survey process. Door-to-door verification will ensure no eligible beneficiary misses out on benefits by the end of September. 💰
world Six people, including the father of a 16-year-old, have been arrested in Raipur, Chhattisgarh for repeated rape and related offenses. The survivor alleged her father raped her, forced her to have an abortion, and later arranged for her newborn son to be given away. This occurred after she faced threats and subsequent pregnancies in 2025. The father allegedly forged documents to conceal her age and marriage status for the delivery. Further legal action is being pursued against all the accused individuals involved in the case. 😥
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