Gold prices have surged to a two-week high recently. This rally is happening as the US Dollar softens significantly. Market sentiment is shifting due to hopes surrounding a potential Iran deal and decreasing expectations for further Federal Reserve hikes. Investors are moving towards safe-haven assets amid this global uncertainty. The trajectory of gold is now closely watching upcoming central bank policy announcements. 📈
tech A Parliamentary panel chief alleged that Meta is favoring content deemed 'anti-democracy' on its platform. This bias was highlighted by comparing view counts for different political entities. Specifically, the chief noted that 'CJP' garnered 30 million views, while the BJP secured only 10 million views. This disparity raised serious concerns about algorithmic fairness and political leaning within the social media ecosystem. The panel is set to investigate these claims further to ensure platform neutrality. 🧐
india Rahul Gandhi strongly criticized the demand that a 15-year-old girl should apologize during the Parliament monsoon session. He made these comments in New Delhi, joining student protesters from the NEET protests in Delhi on July 20. This statement comes amidst ongoing disruptions in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The Opposition is demanding answers from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the police crackdown on student protesters. The Congress leader stated that the students were seeking reforms, not violence. 😠
business Kalyan Jewellers reported a 46% year-on-year jump in consolidated revenue to ₹10,588.9 crore for Q1 FY27. The company operates 354 showrooms across India, alongside international outlets in the Middle East, US, and UK. Revenue for the last twelve months reached ₹39,063.3 crore, while PAT was ₹1,435 crore. The Indian market is shifting to organized retail, with wedding jewellery dominating demand at around 60%. CITI maintained a bullish stance but noted the margin miss due to old gold exchange transactions.
business The Parliament's Monsoon Session 2026 is underway with key legislative discussions scheduled for the Lok Sabha today. The Bankers' Books Evidence Bill and the Taxation Amendment Bill are among the important pieces of legislation set for debate. These bills are part of the ongoing legislative agenda for the session. The introduction of these bills aims to update financial and tax regulations in India. Further proceedings on these bills are expected to continue throughout the session. 🏛️
health The FDA has approved Jideytro, which is zidesamtinib, for adults with advanced ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer. This treatment is specifically for patients whose cancer has already responded to a ROS1 inhibitor. The ARROS-1 phase I/II study showed a 44% objective response rate in the overall population. Notably, the drug also showed activity in patients with brain metastases and ROS1 resistance mutations. Experts view this approval as significant progress for those with limited treatment options. 🧬
A clinical diagnosis of benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis was presented in a medical case study. This condition was observed in a young Indian adult patient. The case details were documented around the date of publication in Cureus. This specific diagnosis helps in managing recurrent cholestatic jaundice in young populations. Further follow-up is required to ensure the patient's ongoing health stability. 🩺
health Gujarat reported over 79,000 new cancer cases and more than 43,500 deaths in 2025. These alarming figures were recorded in the state, showing a nearly 10% increase compared to 2021 data. On average, this means 217 new cases and 119 related deaths occur daily. Oral cancer is most common for men, while breast cancer leads among women, according to GCRI. The Ahmedabad Cancer Hospital serves patients from across India, including Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
world Kim Yo Jong has issued a strong military threat following Japan's test-firing of a US-made Tomahawk cruise missile. She made these accusations in a statement carried by state media KCNA on Wednesday. This follows Japan's recent Tomahawk test from the Aegis destroyer Chokai in the Pacific Ocean. Kim accused Japan of becoming a military power and the US of enabling this buildup. Analysts believe this rhetoric could lead to future military demonstrations from Pyongyang. 😠
world Over 800,000 displaced people in Lebanon are starting to return home following a pause in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz could happen on August 5 or 6, 2026. Meanwhile, Israeli and Lebanese officials met in Rome on August 4, 2026, to discuss a U.S.-mediated deal. Separately, an Indian-flagged ship sank off Yemen on August 4, 2026, during Houthi attacks. These events unfold amid ongoing regional tensions and diplomatic pushes. 🚢
india Security forces have significantly increased their vigilance across the Jammu region ahead of planned protests. The National Conference, Peoples Democratic Party, and Congress are organizing demonstrations on August 5th. This date marks the seventh anniversary of the Centre revoking Article 370. Parties are demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood and constitutional safeguards. Heavy deployments and checkpoints are active across Jammu and Srinagar as a precaution.
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