😔 Hooda regrets comments on Sajjan Kumar's death

Rohtak Congress MP Deepender Hooda expressed regret if his remarks about Sajjan Kumar hurt anyone's feelings. The comments were made following the death of Sajjan Kumar, a controversial former Congress MP, on Thursday at the age of 80. These remarks sparked backlash, leading to calls for Hooda's removal from the Congress Working Committee. Hooda denied calling Kumar a 'role model,' stating the words were being misused for politics. He also affirmed support for the Sikh community in their fight for justice. 😔

🤖 Florida 8th Grader Tests AI Bias in Science Images

Peter Fernández Dulay, an eighth-grader from Florida, started a research project after seeing AI tools consistently generate images of older, light-skinned male scientists. He tested four AI generators—Shutterstock, Canva, DALL-E, and Midjourney—across five STEM careers. The analysis of 1,459 male images versus 347 female images showed women only appeared in 17.4% of the generated results. This highlights how historical data biases can be reproduced by AI technology. Peter hopes to build an inclusive AI companion someday. 🤖

😥 Delhi Teacher Jumps in Yamuna After EMI Stress

A dance teacher from Delhi tragically jumped into the Yamuna river. The incident occurred in Delhi, where the teacher reportedly succumbed to severe stress. Reports indicate the distress was linked to the loan EMI for an iPhone. This act of desperation follows recent horrifying events in Maharashtra. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the teacher's jump. 😥

🚀 India plans its own space station by 2035

ISRO Chief V Narayanan announced that India intends to build its very own space station. This ambitious project is set to be developed by ISRO, the Indian Space Research Organisation. The target completion date for this infrastructure is slated for 2035. This development marks a significant milestone in India's growing capabilities in space technology. Further details regarding the station's design and implementation timeline will be shared soon. 🚀

😠 Courtois throws shade at Rodri's Barça move

Thibaut Courtois commented on Rodri's decision to join Barcelona over Real Madrid. The Madrid goalkeeper stated, "If he chose another club, it's his loss." Rodri signed with Barça after both clubs offered similar financial packages. This reaction comes amid intense rivalry surrounding the transfer saga. The 30-year-old is expected to debut next weekend against Athletic Club.

🌿 Tiny Beetles Fight Invasive Air Potato in Florida

Scientists tested using a tiny leaf-eating beetle, Lilioceris cheni, to control the aggressive air potato vine in Florida. USDA and Broward County students released just 16 beetles at Long Key Natural Area on March 1, 2012. By September, these insects multiplied into thousands, causing nearly complete defoliation of the vines in the area. This biological control method was chosen because herbicides were risky for native vegetation. The program later expanded to include another beetle in 2021 to target the plant's bulbils. 🌿

🚨 Body parts found on train; Chennai house linked to horror

Gruesome body parts were discovered in a red suitcase on a train in Agra earlier this month. Police believe the victim was killed and dismembered at a house rented by two suspects in Chennai. The red suitcase was found on August 6 at Agra Cantt railway station, containing decomposed remains. Investigators tracked the man and woman via CCTV footage to their rental in Guduvanchery, Chennai. Authorities are now examining the premises and CCTV to identify the victim and the accused. 🕵️

🏛️ Delhi's Karawal Nagar Scene Under BJP Rule

Karawal Nagar in Delhi is currently operating under a BJP quadruple engine government structure. This political setup involves multiple governing bodies working together in the area. The current configuration has been in place since a recent election date, though specific numbers aren't detailed here. The situation is being viewed by some residents with mixed feelings regarding the governance. Further developments in the local political landscape are anticipated in the coming months. 🏛️

🏏 Gill sets new Indian captain run record 🏏

Shubman Gill achieved a significant batting milestone on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka. The 26-year-old captain became the first Indian captain to score over 1,000 runs in a single World Test Championship cycle at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. Previously, Virat Kohli held the record with 932 runs during the 2019-21 cycle. Gill has now scored 1,111 runs across 18 innings, which also marked his 3,000 Test runs. This performance shows his strong batting despite the leadership role.

🚀 20 IPOs on deck with 90% return hype

Twenty Initial Public Offerings are attracting investor attention next week. Mainboard names like Symbiotec Pharmalab and Tempsens Instruments are getting the most buzz across the market. Various IPOs have opening/closing dates spanning from August 24 to September 1, 2026. GMPs suggest potential returns reaching up to 90% for some of these listed companies. Investors will be watching these offerings closely for significant listing gains. 📈

🎬 Awarapan 2 crosses 180 Cr worldwide on day 9

Emraan Hashmi's film Awarapan 2 is performing strongly at the box office, nearing the Rs 200-crore mark. The movie, featuring Emraan Hashmi, generated Rs 8.25 crore nett in India on Day 9 across 10,008 shows. As of Day 9, its India nett total is Rs 127.50 crore, with worldwide gross reaching Rs 180.91 crore. This sequel benefits from the franchise's popularity and the enduring appeal of the original songs. The film is now showing a much stronger box office run compared to the 2007 original. 🎬