✨ How Benne Dosa hit Rs 350 Crore mark

Harsh Goenka explained the massive success of Benne Dosa, turning a small eatery into a major brand. The restaurant, located in Mumbai, features a focused menu centered on the Davangere-style benne dosa. Starting as a modest 12-seater in 2024, its valuation is now reported at around Rs 350 crore. Success stems from affordable pricing, self-service engagement, and the social media buzz created by long queues. The business has since expanded its presence into Delhi. 🚀

🎬 Excel Entertainment launches new filmmaker support program

Excel Entertainment is celebrating its 25th anniversary in the Hindi film industry. Co-founders Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar unveiled Excel Origins to back upcoming talent. This new initiative specifically targets filmmakers who are under the age of 30. The program aims to spot distinctive writers and directors and help them develop original stories across various formats. Sidhwani and Akhtar plan to empower young creators for the next 25 years of cinema. 🎬

🇮🇳 How to upload your Har Ghar Tiranga selfie for Independence Day

The campaign encourages citizens to participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative for Independence Day 2026. This drive is being conducted across various parts of India. Participants are asked to upload their selfies featuring the national flag between August 13th and August 15th, 2026. The goal is to boost national pride and visibility of the flag across social media platforms. People should follow the official guidelines for a successful upload.

🌊 Assam floods hit hard: Death toll climbs to 100

The death toll from Assam's floods has risen to 100 as fresh flooding impacts several districts across the state. Officials reported that approximately 1,37,590 people are affected across 10 districts, with 11,933.46 hectares of crop submerged. Golaghat is the most affected district with 68,239 people impacted, while Sivasagar has 39,495 affected. The Dhansiri (South) river is flowing above the danger level at Golaghat and Numaligarh. Rescue operations are ongoing, with 59 medical teams deployed across the affected areas. 🌊

😠 BJP attacks AAP over Jantar Mantar protest

The BJP strongly criticized the AAP regarding the CJP protest held at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. BJP IT department head Amit Malviya made these allegations against Arvind Kejriwal and his party in Delhi. This controversy surfaced following alleged remarks by Kejriwal in a circulating video, which could not be verified. The BJP claimed the protest was a 'pet project' aimed at targeting PM Narendra Modi, not education reform. Moving forward, the BJP demands the exposure of those allegedly leading the protest and their sponsors. 😠

🧐 Dostoevsky's take on calling yourself a fool

Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoevsky shared a quote suggesting the cleverest person is one who admits being a fool monthly. This observation, linked to his 1873 story Bobok, challenges the idea that intelligence means always being right. True intelligence, Dostoevsky implies, is recognizing the limits of one's own understanding. Admitting a mistake fosters learning, unlike ego-driven certainty which can trap knowledge. This intellectual humility is key to becoming genuinely wiser. 🧐

📱 Moto Edge 70 Neo spotted in Android 17 beta

Motorola's Edge 70 Neo was seen within an Android 17 beta program, hinting at an upcoming release. The device was spotted in a Lenovo community post specifically for users in India. Reports suggest it might feature a 6.3-inch pOLED display and a Dimensity 7450 chipset. Camera specs are rumored to include a 200MP primary lens and a 50MP front camera. The phone is potentially launching around August or September, pending official confirmation.

🤖 Claude auto mode goes default starting August 14

Anthropic is making auto mode the default setting for its Claude Code platform starting August 14. This update affects Pro, Max, and Team accounts, allowing AI to process tasks without manual approval. Testing showed auto mode was safer, catching 89% of harmful actions compared to human reviewers. The feature allows Claude to use connectors or control the screen for tasks. New safety features have also been added to prevent data leaks.

⚽ Alvarez ready to tell Atletico he wants Barça move

Argentine striker Julian Alvarez is set to press his desire to leave Atletico Madrid for Barcelona. He is returning to training on Monday to discuss his future directly with Diego Simeone and club management. Alvarez has previously expressed his interest in Barcelona privately and publicly. Atletico Madrid has maintained a firm stance against the potential transfer so far. Barcelona hopes his direct request will force the club to reconsider negotiations.

💧 Water Cannons Used Against Jharkhand Protesters

Police deployed water cannons to disperse a group of protesters in Jharkhand. The action took place in the state of Jharkhand against the protesting crowd. The incident occurred on October 12, 2023, involving numerous demonstrators. These protesters were reportedly involved in a demonstration regarding local issues. Authorities are monitoring the situation to prevent further unrest.

📡 BSNL plans massive ₹77k crore upgrade for 4G and 5G

BSNL has proposed a ₹77,000 crore capital investment plan to boost its network infrastructure significantly. This plan involves setting up 200,000 extra 4G sites and rolling out 5G in key high-traffic zones across India. The Department of Telecommunications projects this will help BSNL reach 98% nationwide coverage by FY29. The operator's financial turnaround is also aimed at achieving operational breakeven by FY29 through modernization efforts. The parliamentary panel suggested reviewing this spending until collaboration details with other operators are finalized. 📡