🧠 HBM testing is the new frontier for 3D chip assembly

High-Bandwidth Memory (HBM) is now serving as the main testbed for advanced 3D chip assembly techniques. This is happening across the industry, involving chipmakers like SK hynix, Samsung, and Micron. HBM3 features 12 or more DRAM chiplets stacked on a silicon interposer, interconnected by TSVs and microbumps. The high cost of field failures in data centers is pushing major changes in design-for-test (DFT) strategies. Future HBM4 processes will introduce hybrid bonding, placing intense focus on interconnect bond quality.

✊ Unorganized workers protest in Jalna demanding job security

Unorganized sector workers staged a 'jail bharo' agitation in Jalna city, demanding permanent employment and social security benefits. The protest was led by CITU activists and workers' organization members at the Jalna Zilla Parishad office. As of Monday, August 10, 2026, approximately 80 protesters were detained by the police. This action was part of a wider call against what they termed anti-worker government policies. Protesters also demanded the repeal of four labour codes and restoration of MGNREGA.

📈 Equity fund inflows dip 15% in July

Equity mutual fund inflows dropped by 15% in July, reaching Rs 24,697 crore compared to the previous month's Rs 28,973 crore. Small-cap funds led the inflows, recording a record high of Rs 7,767 crore in this category. Four equity categories saw outflows, with largecap funds seeing the highest outflow of Rs 1,321 crore. Debt funds showed a big comeback, receiving an inflow of Rs 1.87 lakh crore in July. Overall, the mutual fund industry's total AUM grew by 4% to Rs 85.59 lakh crore. 📈

💻 Microsoft drops picture passwords in Windows 11

Microsoft is removing the ability to set up new picture passwords in Windows 11 starting with the July 2026 security update. This change affects new enrollments across Windows 11 devices. Microsoft strongly recommends users switch to Windows Hello PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint recognition for sign-in. The feature is being dropped due to known security weaknesses in the older gesture-based system. Existing picture passwords will continue to function unless the user chooses to disable or remove them. 🧐

✈️ RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat touring US, Canada, UK

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is scheduled to visit the US, Canada, and the UK starting August 25th. This trip is being undertaken at the invitation of various local associations connected to the Indian diaspora. The visit coincides with the significant occasion of the RSS observing its centenary year. Bhagwat plans to engage with diaspora members and local organizations, focusing on constructive protest for Gen Z and Alpha. He stressed that protests should aim for system correction, not personal attacks. 🇮🇳

🔬 Bioavailability bridging supplements and pharma science

Bioavailability is key to determining how much active ingredient the body can actually absorb from supplements. Activ’Inside designs solutions based on this principle, showing molecular profile matters more than just total content in botanicals. Clinical studies demonstrated that extracts rich in flavanol monomers achieved better absorption compared to others. Furthermore, a scientifically engineered gummy matrix was shown to preserve bioaccessibility comparable to capsules. This shift requires a pharmaceutical mindset to prove real, measurable benefits from nutraceuticals.

🎾 Swiatek Dominates to Reach SF

Iga Swiatek put on a dominant performance in the tournament. She played at the Toronto venue, showcasing strong tennis skills. The match was part of the ongoing competition, with the semi-final showdown set against Elina Svitolina. This win solidifies her spot in the final stages of the tournament. Fans are now anticipating the high-stakes battle between the two top players. 🎾

💧 Centre changes Mekedatu stance on Tamil Nadu consent

The Union government subtly shifted its stance on Karnataka needing Tamil Nadu’s consent for the Mekedatu dam. Union Minister Raj Bhushan Choudhary told the Rajya Sabha on August 10, 2026, that the CWMA is now mandated to regulate the award as modified by the Supreme Court. Earlier, on July 28, it was said the Feb 2018 SC judgment mentioned no consent requirement from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry. The CWMA guidelines require conveying views on project conformity with the CWDT award. CWRC and CWMA will meet on Tuesday, August 11, to review the updated position. 💧

🌋 Space view shows Earth's fastest lava flow

A photo from the International Space Station captured the active volcano, Ol Doinyo Lengai. The volcano is located in Tanzania and features a distinctive ash cone and lava-stained slopes. This image was taken on October 6, 2020, by an unnamed astronaut. Ol Doinyo Lengai is known for producing the fastest-flowing lava on the entire Earth. This observation adds to the ongoing documentation of Earth's geological activity from orbit.

😟 Bangladesh PM skips India BRICS summit amid tensions

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman is reportedly unlikely to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi this September. This shift comes amid heightened tensions between India and Bangladesh over former PM Sheikh Hasina's recent public address. India's High Commissioner met Rahman on Monday, while the summit is scheduled for September 12 and 13. The dispute stems from Hasina's August 5 address from New Delhi, which Dhaka called an affront to its sovereignty. Rahman’s absence suggests the political friction surrounding Hasina's presence is heavily influencing diplomatic choices. 😟

🚨 Arjun Ayanki in Cyber Police Custody

Arjun Ayanki has been remanded to the Kannur City Cyber Police custody for three days. This decision was made by the Thalassery Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Kannur on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The custody follows cases registered against him for abusive and threatening remarks on social media. Ayanki was arrested in Kannur on Sunday and was previously in judicial remand at Thalassery jail. The court granted three days despite the cyber police requesting five days of custody.