🏛️ High Court tells Mallya and banks to settle asset fight

The Bombay High Court has directed that the commercial dispute involving Vijay Mallya and various banks must finally conclude. This case concerns a default of Rs 9,000 crore against Mallya, who fled to the UK in March 2016. The dispute has been ongoing for nearly a decade, and the court stressed the negative economic impact of continued conflict. Mallya had challenged the order allowing SBI-led banks to use his attached assets from 2020. The bench further asked the ED for an update on the investigation status and the attached assets. 🏛️

🏛️ AP Minister pushes for tourism and heritage boost

Andhra Pradesh Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh reviewed plans for tourism development and heritage preservation on Wednesday. He met with newly appointed officials, including APTDC MD Pattan Shetty Ravi Subhash, at the Secretariat. The Minister emphasized promoting eco-tourism and wellness tourism, while also pushing for PPP investments. He called for regional tourism festivals to showcase the state’s potential both nationally and globally. Furthermore, he directed efforts to protect archaeological remains and modernize museums. 🏛️

😠 Opposition skips Speaker's tea meet after Parliament ends

Opposition MPs deliberately skipped the ceremonial tea meeting hosted by Speaker Om Birla after the Lok Sabha adjourned sine die. This snub occurred on the final day of the contentious Monsoon Session in Parliament. The session involved numerous heated exchanges and multiple bill passages. The absence is being interpreted as a symbolic final message of deep political tension. It remains unclear if this signals further disagreements between the government and opposition. ☕

🏏 Fan trolls Steve Smith over sight screen issue

A fan heckled batter Steve Smith during the first Test match against Bangladesh in Darwin, Australia. Smith paused his innings due to sight screen problems on Thursday. The match started with Bangladesh overwhelming the Aussies, finishing the first session at 74/4. Despite the pressure, Smith later reached his 45th Test fifty, tying Steve Waugh's record. Australia is currently at 183/8 with Smith unbeaten at Tea.

🇮🇳 2026 Independence Day: 79th or 80th? Here's the real deal 🇮🇳

India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, which falls on a Saturday. This day marks freedom from over 200 years of British colonial rule, achieved on August 15, 1947. The 2026 celebration theme is 'Yuva Shakti for Viksit Bharat@2047', also noting 150 years of Vande Mataram. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the flag unfurling and address the nation from the Red Fort. Celebrations across India commemorate the sacrifices made by freedom fighters to uphold national values.

🚕 Government tells ride-hailing apps to ditch tipping prompts

The government has instructed ride-hailing aggregators to eliminate pre-ride tipping prompts from their platforms. This directive targets companies operating across various cities and services. The mandate comes into effect from October 1, 2023, affecting all listed partners. This move aims to standardize service charges and reduce ambiguity for riders and drivers. Companies must comply with this new regulation starting next month. 🚕

🧤 Chelsea urged to snag £47m Man Utd keeper

Chelsea has been suggested to consider a deal for Manchester United's goalkeeper, Andre Onana. This suggestion comes from Quinton Fortune regarding the unwanted Old Trafford keeper. The reported transfer fee for Onana is approximately £47 million. Onana previously went on loan to Trabzonspor last season, and Man Utd is open to offers. Fortune believes Onana could be a massive asset for Premier League rivals like Chelsea.

🕊️ Maoist women turn fashion icons in Raipur

Women who were former Maoists, once carrying weapons in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, showcased a major transformation. They walked the ramp wearing handloom outfits at a National Handloom Day event in Raipur. This appearance symbolizes their journey back into mainstream society after surrendering. Meanwhile, CM Vishnu Deo Sai met Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in New Delhi last week. The leaders discussed the need for better road connectivity in Bastar now that it is Maoist-free. 🕊️

🏏 Eoin Morgan in talks to coach CSK? Ashwin spills tea

Chennai Super Kings is looking for a new coach after parting ways with Stephen Fleming. Veteran Ravichandran Ashwin suggests former England captain Eoin Morgan is a strong contender for the role. Early discussions are happening, but Ashwin is unsure if Morgan will join this year or later. Despite having no official coaching experience, Morgan is respected for his tactical smarts in white-ball cricket. Ashwin also thinks MS Dhoni's leadership will be crucial during this transition period.

🚗 Top Selling Sedans in July 2026 Revealed

Several models dominated the sedan market during July 2026. The most sold sedans included the Dzire, Aura, Amaze, Virtus, Slavia, City, and Camry. Specific sales figures and detailed data for this period are available on Gaadiwaadi.com. These models represent consumer preference in the competitive Indian automotive sector. Industry analysts will now track performance trends for the upcoming months.

🤖 L&T bags massive AI data centre deal worth $1.57B

Larsen and Toubro has secured a significant order to build an AI data centre. The contract is with a major unnamed client in India. The deal is valued at up to $1.57 billion and was recently confirmed. This massive project highlights the growing demand for advanced digital infrastructure in the country. L&T is set to begin the execution phase of this high-tech venture soon.