🏥 Himachal to roll out ₹10 lakh health insurance

Himachal Pradesh announced a new health insurance scheme offering coverage up to ₹10 lakh. This initiative is being spearheaded by the Congress-led State government in Shimla. The policy targets nearly 10 lakh families across various sections of society starting August 4, 2026. This makes Himachal the first state to offer such comprehensive coverage at a nominal premium. The scheme will also ensure access to advanced treatment via empanelled tertiary care hospitals. 🏥

🚀 WhatsApp drops @all mentions and side chat upgrades

WhatsApp is rolling out several major updates to its group chat functionality. These new features include an @all mention, one-tap side chats, and enhanced poll options. The @all feature notifies everyone, but only admins can use it in groups over 32 members. Polls now support end times and hidden voter names, plus a 15-minute editing window. These changes are being rolled out gradually without a set timeline.

🔋 POCO M8 Power: Huge Battery, AMOLED Screen Hits India

The POCO M8 Power has launched in India featuring a massive 8000mAh battery and a bright AMOLED display. This phone is available from Flipkart for Rs. 21,999, making it a big-battery contender in its segment. It runs on a Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 Chip and supports 45W wired fast charging. The device promises up to 4 years of Android version updates, which is impressive for the price point. This phone is perfect for users prioritizing all-day power without compromising on screen quality. 🔋

👨‍💼 Nvidia CEO says Asian parenting means therapy for life

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joked that growing up with Asian parents required therapy for life. He shared that his parents constantly sought ways for him to improve, stating nothing he did was ever good enough. This relentless feedback shaped him to accept criticism well and stay humble. Huang believes this criticism was their unique way of expressing love and wanting him to reach his potential. These traits now influence how he runs Nvidia, emphasizing constructive guidance. 💡

🇮🇳 New patriotic posters hit the scene

New nationalistic posters have been released targeting both the younger generation and their parents. These visual campaigns are being distributed across various public spaces throughout India. The posters feature specific designs intended to evoke a sense of national pride among the target audience. This initiative comes as discussions around cultural identity continue to trend online. Authorities plan to roll out further related campaigns in the coming months. 🇮🇳

⚖️ Trump admin found violating rights in 75 court rulings

75 federal judge rulings found the Trump administration infringed First Amendment rights, covering speech, religion, and press. This occurred across various instances in the US, involving different federal judges. During Trump's second term, these rulings were found in 75 out of 93 First Amendment cases reviewed. This pushback was unprecedented, as the administration claimed judges were political activists. The administration appealed many rulings but secured victories in some higher courts.

🏦 RBI holds rates despite global tightening moves

The RBI decided to keep the benchmark repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent during its August monetary policy review. This decision was made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in Delhi, India, amidst global central banks adopting tighter policies. The RBI maintained a 'neutral' stance, needing more clarity on the inflation trajectory amid various risks. Governor Sanjay Malhotra noted that June's inflation spike was mainly due to higher food and fuel prices. The central bank now projects CPI inflation for the current financial year at 5 per cent. 📈

🩺 Tamil Nadu asks Centre to scrap NEET for Class 12 marks

The Tamil Nadu government has requested the Central government to scrap the NEET exam and revert to admissions based on Class 12 marks. This demand follows widespread uproar over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak incident. The exam, taken by over 20 lakh students on May 3, was cancelled on May 12, with a re-exam held on June 21. Finance Minister N Marie Wilson stated that the paper leaks are creating significant issues for the state. The party previously demanded full state powers over medical education matters. 🩺

📈 RBI keeps repo rate steady despite global chaos 🌍

The Reserve Bank of India decided not to hike the repo rate, keeping it unchanged at 5.25% this Wednesday. This decision was made by the Monetary Policy Committee in response to global uncertainties like the US-Iran conflict and rising inflation. Although headline CPI inflation is above target, the impact of cost pressures is mainly limited to fuel and food. RBI has even increased its GDP growth forecast to 6.7% for the current financial year. The MPC remains cautious, waiting for more clarity on El Nino and geopolitical impacts before any further rate changes.

🗳️ Progressive candidate wins Michigan Democratic Senate primary

Progressive public health advocate Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Michigan. This victory was achieved against Congresswoman Haley Stevens in Detroit, Michigan. NBC projected the win despite El-Sayed facing over $60m in spending, much of it from pro-Israel groups. The result heavily impacts Democratic policies on the Middle East and is a major blow to AIPAC. El-Sayed now prepares to face former Republican Congressman Mike Rogers in the November midterms. 🗳️

😠 Opposition MPs march, demand Shah's answer on police action

Opposition MPs held a protest march in the Parliament House complex on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra participated, demanding a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah. The protest focused on alleged police excesses against students and the misappropriation of Ram temple donations. Furthermore, MPs from Jammu and Kashmir pushed for statehood on the seventh anniversary of Article 370's abrogation. The INDIA bloc is committed to holding the government accountable on these major issues. 😠