🦠 Gujarat reports new Chandipura virus cases and deaths

The Gujarat government has reported active cases and fatalities connected to the Chandipura virus. These incidents were reported across various districts within the state of Gujarat. As of the latest update, the confirmed numbers include [insert number of cases] active cases and [insert number of deaths] deaths recorded. This outbreak is being monitored closely by health officials to track its spread and impact. Authorities are continuing surveillance to manage the situation moving forward. 🦠

😠 Parliament panel chief wants Zuckerberg to apologize

Parliamentary Standing Committee chairman Nishikant Dubey demanded a personal apology from Mark Zuckerberg over the brief removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video. This incident occurred after the PM posted a video on July 23, and it was taken down on July 28 by Meta. The committee warned that without an apology, the government could withdraw Meta’s safe harbour protection under Section 79 of the Information Technology Act. Representatives met with the panel on August 3 to discuss the serious nature of the issue. Meta is a huge player in India, with WhatsApp having 837 million daily active users.

✈️ Adobe exec ditches Bay Area for Bengaluru life

Adobe's Director of Engineering, Gowri Shankar Ravindran, has moved back to Bengaluru after spending ten years in California's Bay Area. This relocation is part of a growing trend of senior Indian-origin tech execs prioritizing family near ageing parents. He will continue handling high-level engineering work for Adobe CXO from his new Indian base. This shift signals a changing definition of career success, allowing global roles from home. This trend mirrors Balaji Gururajan's move from Meta to Bengaluru. 🏡

🩺 Low Vit D linked to mood issues in elderly with diabetes 🩺

A recent study investigated the link between vitamin D, mood, and cognition in older adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Researchers examined 188 Caucasian individuals from a clinic in Lodz, Poland, during the winter season. The lowest serum vitamin D concentrations were found in the group experiencing both depressive symptoms and Mild Cognitive Impairment. Lower 25(OH)D levels were independently associated with having both conditions after adjusting for other factors. This suggests vitamin D warrants further study regarding mood and cognitive health in this vulnerable group.

⛽ Trump blasts oil giants over high fuel prices

Donald Trump criticized Exxon Mobil and Chevron for making excessive profits amid supply shortages. The US President targeted the oil producers in the Oval Office, demanding they cut consumer fuel prices instead of reporting record earnings. Both companies posted strong quarterly results, boosted by higher crude prices following Middle East disruptions. This criticism comes as the Trump administration faces pressure regarding high petrol costs before November elections. Trump also strongly pushed for lower prices, which industry sources say reflect global market pressures. ⛽

📈 Stock picks for August 4th: Taparia shares his calls

Chandan Taparia of Motilal Oswal recommended three stocks to buy on August 4, 2026. This advice was given amidst mixed global cues as the Indian stock market prepared to open flat. The market previously saw Sensex rally 0.70% and Nifty 50 climb 1.60% in the last session. Taparia suggested buying Shriram Finance, Info Edge (India), and One 97 Communications (Paytm). Investors should watch Nifty 50 holding above 24,600 for further upward movement. 📈

🏛️ Trump meets Pirro amid pool case drama 🏛️

US President Donald Trump met with Jeanine Pirro, the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, following her decision to drop charges against an Olympian. This meeting happened amidst concerns regarding Pirro's future in her role. On August 1, 2026, Trump strongly criticized Pirro for dropping charges against David Hearn, a three-time Olympian. Pirro's court documents revealed the damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was due to 'flawed installation,' not vandalism. Prosecutors also dropped charges against three other defendants amid this internal dispute.

🏏 Rohit Sharma honours T Dilip's exit from team India

Rohit Sharma paid an emotional tribute to T Dilip after the fielding coach officially parted ways with the national side. This Hyderabad-based coach served Team India for five years, contributing to their success across multiple coaching regimes. Dilip reflected on his tenure, which included two T20 World Cup titles and the Champions Trophy triumph. Rohit called him a 'legend' and a 'behind-the-scenes workhorse' for shaping the dressing-room culture. Subhadeep Ghosh is reportedly set to take over as India's new fielding coach. 🏏

🥇 Judo champ hopes for big rise in Indian judo 🥇

Indian judoka Asmita Dey won the gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. She secured the women's -48kg gold after defeating Canada's Heidi Quach in a thrilling Golden Score final. The Indian judo team achieved a historic haul of four medals, including wins by Harsh Singh and Yamini Mourya. Dey hopes this success will boost judo's profile nationwide and inspire more youngsters to join the sport. She was welcomed in Delhi on Monday night after her major achievement.

💔 15-year-old allegedly brutalized and killed in Assam

A 15-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped and murdered inside her home in Hailakandi district, Assam. The incident reportedly occurred on August 1, 2026, after she returned alone from a relative's house. Reports state the accused inserted an iron rod into her private parts before fatally smashing her head and face. Local residents protested by blocking National Highway 6, demanding strict action against the culprits. Police have detained five people and are currently investigating the matter thoroughly. 💔

📱 WhatsApp temporarily blocks accounts for review

Multiple WhatsApp users across India reported having their accounts placed 'under review' for 24 hours, resulting in temporary access blocks. This disruption started around 8pm IST on Monday, with users seeing messages about checking compliance with terms of service. A spokesperson acknowledged that errors can happen while enforcing safety measures to keep users safe. Affected users complained on social media about these sudden disconnections despite using the official app. These reviews occur amid government scrutiny over WhatsApp's proposed username feature in India.