The S&P 500 is poised to reach all-time highs following positive developments regarding the Hormuz deal. This market surge is being driven by global investor confidence in geopolitical stability. Reports indicate significant movement in oil futures around this time. The Hormuz Strait tensions have been a major factor influencing market sentiment lately. Analysts expect continued upward momentum in the indices in the coming quarter.
health Nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary suggests a simple food combination to boost immunity during the monsoon season. She recommends combining a pinch of black pepper, a small piece of turmeric root, and a teaspoon of ghee. This trio works together because pepper significantly raises curcumin absorption by up to 2000%. Ghee then helps carry the fat-soluble curcumin and vitamins A, D, E, and K into the body. This routine should be done every morning for 90 days alongside a healthy diet.
science Monsoon showers in the Western Ghats cause several rare animals to surface from their habitats. These creatures include the Purple Frog in Kerala's Cardamom & Anamalai Hills, and the Malabar Gliding Frog in Wayanad. The report covers 10 species, like the Nilgiri Caecilian, that appear during the rains. These amphibians and reptiles are crucial as many are endemic to this specific area. Protecting these forests is vital for the survival of this rich biodiversity hotspot. 🐸
Rachakonda narcotic police busted an inter-district alprazolam trafficking network in Macha Bollaram, Hyderabad. Six accused individuals were arrested for supplying the psychotropic drug to toddy sellers to lace their drinks. The operation took place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, with 1.189 kilograms of alprazolam seized. Some arrested were involved in real estate or owned toddy compounds. Police are investigating further for other absconding members of the network. 🕵️
sports BJP leader Babita Phogat confronted Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda regarding his push for Haryana to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Phogat questioned why Hooda did not advocate for Haryana's hosting rights during the 2010 Games in Delhi. She criticized his lack of organizing national sporting events and accused Congress of political theatrics. Hooda argued Haryana deserves the slot due to contributing over 50% of India's medals in major events over 15-20 years. He also claimed the Centre favors Gujarat in project allocations. 🏅
world A Lashkar leader has admitted that Indian agents were responsible for eliminating over 30 LeT operatives within Pakistan. This admission was made by the Lashkar leader in a statement released recently. The killings reportedly took place since the year 2020 across various locations in Pakistan. The leader suggested these operations were part of a larger strategy against militant groups. Further details regarding these specific operations are yet to be officially disclosed.
health Mandya Zilla Panchayat CEO K.R. Nandini highlighted the importance of breastfeeding during the World Breastfeeding Week programme in Mandya on Tuesday, August 4th. She stressed starting breastfeeding within the first hour and continuing it exclusively for six months for better child health and immunity. The district recorded 14,464 deliveries in 2025-26, with all newborns successfully breastfed within the first hour. A milk bank is operational, and awareness campaigns are ongoing by health staff. Nandini urged the community to support mothers, viewing breastfeeding as a shared social responsibility. 🤱
tech A new Steam survey reveals that PC gamers are shifting away from 8 GB GPUs for better performance. In July 2026, 16 GB graphics cards captured 25.9% of the market share, narrowly surpassing 8 GB GPUs at 25.3%. This change is driven by modern AAA titles demanding more VRAM for high-res textures and ray tracing. Gamers are upgrading to setups like the RTX 50-series, despite global RAM price increases. Furthermore, eight-core processors have overtaken six-core chips among Steam users.
india Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay inaugurated several completed projects in Tamil Nadu via video conference from Chennai on Tuesday. He launched four MAWS projects worth ₹112.85 crore and laid the foundation for four new projects costing ₹710.50 crore. Additionally, he opened 4,260 tenements under the Housing and Urban Development Department for ₹525.75 crore. The Health and Family Welfare Department saw the inauguration of ₹113 crore in new hospital buildings across various locations. Finally, Mr. Vijay opened academic infrastructure valued at ₹274.46 crore in various higher education institutions. 🏗️
Reports suggest a potential leak regarding the launch date of the iPhone 18 Pro. This speculation centers around key details revealed in a recent keynote update. The device is anticipated to debut around September 2025, marking a significant upgrade cycle. Industry watchers are closely monitoring these leaks for official confirmation from Apple. Further updates on the features and final release schedule are expected soon. 📱
india Both the Krishna and Bhima rivers in Yadgir district are in spate due to heavy inflows from upstream reservoirs following widespread rainfall. The Basavasagar reservoir recorded an inflow of 1.50 lakh cusecs, releasing 1.45 lakh cusecs into the Krishna on Tuesday. Simultaneously, the Sannati barrage registered an inflow and outflow of 1.12 lakh cusecs. The district administration has put all concerned departments on high alert due to the rising water levels. Residents, farmers, and fishermen have been asked to stay away from the river banks until the water subsides. 🌊
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