🤖 Google lets you ditch Gemini's visible watermarks

Google has rolled out a new feature in Gemini called Media Watermark to control visible watermarks. Users can find this setting in the left bar under Settings, near the bottom of the menu. When set to 'Off', the visible watermarks on images, videos, and music disappear. However, invisible SynthID watermarks and C2PA metadata will always remain embedded in the content. This change addresses a top user request gathered after consulting with the community. 🤖

🏞️ Minister checks tribal hamlets for basic needs

The Minister of Handlooms, M. Vijay Balaji, inspected remote tribal hamlets atop Alleri hillock in Vellore on Friday. He was accompanied by Collector P.S. Leela Alex and other officials. Currently, the area has three big tribal villages, totaling around 300 families. Residents demanded essential amenities like roads and health centers for the community. A ₹17 crore road project and a special tribal health center are planned for future development. 🏞️

🔬 AI 'tissue clocks' map organ biological age

AI-based 'tissue clocks' can now estimate the biological age of human organs using histological images. Researchers from CeMM and LBI-NetMed analyzed over 25,000 tissue samples across 40 different tissue types. The study, published in Nature Medicine, found that organs age at distinct rates and these changes are detectable in blood samples. This framework offers a new way to understand aging and potentially aids in early disease diagnosis. The clocks showed a mean prediction error of only 4.9 years across organs. 🔬

🚌 M. Siva Prasad takes over at APSRTC

M. Siva Prasad officially assumed his role as Joint Managing Director of the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation on Friday, August 14, 2026. He started his tenure at the RTC House and met with Vice-Chairman and Managing Director N. Bala Subramanyam. His focus areas include employee welfare, passenger safety, and maintaining punctuality within the corporation. Prasad stated his main goal is to significantly strengthen the entire public transport system. He urged all officers and employees to work together diligently for the organization's progress.

🇮🇳 India's Stance on Taliban Victory Day in Delhi

The Ministry of External Affairs addressed the upcoming Taliban Victory Day reception at its Delhi embassy. Officials noted recent engagements between India and Afghanistan, including ministerial visits that boosted trade and connectivity. The event celebrates August 15, 2021, when Kabul fell to the Taliban. Despite not recognizing the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, India is allowing them to operate from the embassy. Senior officials might attend, signaling a shift from past avoidance, partly due to strained Pakistan relations. 🤝

🚀 5 stocks with strong upward trajectory potential

Five selected stocks show a strong upward trajectory based on five key pillars like earnings and fundamentals. These picks were identified by focusing on sector and industry performance instead of general index movements. The analysis points to a significant improvement in the market outlook for these specific stocks in the recent timeframe. Despite Nifty and Sensex being in the red most days last week, market internals suggest a bullish undercurrent. Investors are advised to watch crude oil prices as the next key factor to monitor. 📈

💪 Scorpio Lifestyler drops in India, ready for adventure 🚀

Mahindra officially showcased the production version of the Scorpio N Pickup, rebranded as the Scorpio Lifestyler. This rugged pickup is based on the Scorpio N and will be available in three themes: Valley, Reef, and Trail Editions. Expected to launch in April 2027, it will offer options like a 2-litre turbo-petrol or 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine. The vehicle is anticipated to feature high-tech amenities like a massive touchscreen and Level-2 ADAS. It aims to compete with models such as the Isuzu V-Cross and Toyota Hilux in the lifestyle segment.

📜 Rahul Gandhi gets notice over Amit Shah remarks

The Lok Sabha’s Privileges Committee issued a notice to Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi. This action was taken concerning remarks allegedly made against Union Home Minister Amit Shah during a parliamentary debate. The notice stems from a complaint filed by BJP MP Anurag Thakur to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla last month. The complaint alleged that Gandhi used unparliamentary and derogatory language against the Home Minister. Gandhi has been formally asked to submit his response by August 28.

🇵🇰 Pakistan envoy raises Kashmir at Delhi event

Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires in India, Saad Ahmad Warraich, addressed the 80th Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi. He used the platform to highlight the Kashmir issue, stressing resolution via UN resolutions and Kashmiri aspirations. The remarks also covered a new joint defence agreement among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye. Warraich stated that the agreement, signed on August 7, aims to enhance collective deterrence against aggression. This event combined Independence Day observance with discussions on regional security and Pakistan's founding. 🇵🇰

🇵🇰 Pakistan envoy brings up Kashmir at Delhi event

Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires in India, Saas Ahmad Warraich, addressed the Kashmir issue during Pakistan's 80th Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi. He stressed that lasting peace in South Asia requires resolving the dispute based on UN resolutions and Kashmiri aspirations. Warraich also mentioned a new joint defense agreement signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye on August 7. He asserted Pakistan's commitment to peaceful dialogue while highlighting its nuclear capability as a stabilizing factor. This event also included commemorating Pakistan's 2025 conflict remembrance day. 🇵🇰

🏏 Super Giants dominate in The Hundred Eliminator

Super Giants won the Eliminator match by 20 runs in London on August 14, 2026. The game was part of The Hundred Men's Competition, held at Kennington Oval. Klaasen and Paul Walter formed a high-scoring partnership of 114 runs for MSG-M. This partnership set a new record for the third wicket in T20s, surpassing Buttler and Klaasen's previous score of 105. Manchester Super Giants advanced to the next stage of the tournament. 🏆