⛈️ India braced for heavy monsoon rain on Tuesday

The IMD has forecast widespread rain and thunderstorms across several Indian regions on Tuesday. This weather is being driven by an active monsoon trough and a low-pressure area in Madhya Pradesh. On August 11, heavy to very heavy showers are expected across north, central, east, and west India. The developing Bay system could sustain rainfall over eastern and central parts of the country later on. Overall, Tuesday is set to be a wet and stormy day for large parts of India. 🌧️

☀️ Sharpest Sun Image Ever Captured by Telescope ☀️

Scientists managed to capture the sharpest image ever of the sun's surface using the NSF Inouye solar telescope. Researchers from multiple institutions made this incredible view possible by analyzing telescope observations. The high-resolution image, captured on August 10, 2026, revealed strange swirling patterns on the sun's surface. These swirls are now identified as evidence of Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, a long-suspected fluid phenomenon. This discovery marks a huge step in understanding solar plasma dynamics, detailed in a recent Nature paper.

🏭 Delhi residents protest new waste-to-energy plant 🗑️

A new 3,000 tonnes-per-day, 30-megawatt waste-to-energy (WTE) plant construction started in Sannoth, near Bawana, Delhi. This plant will be the capital's fifth WTE, situated close to the Munak canal, a vital drinking water source. Despite protests since December 2024 and a NGT case, construction proceeded in May 2025. Residents report severe health issues, including bad smells and soot, due to existing and new facilities. The city generates nearly 12,000 TPD of waste, and many existing WTEs are currently dysfunctional.

🌠 Daylight fireball lit up North America in 1972

A massive Earth-grazing fireball lit up the sky over North America on August 10, 1972. This spectacular event was observed as the object traveled from somewhere over Utah toward Alberta, Canada. The fireball was estimated to be between 10 to 45 feet in diameter, depending on its composition. Unlike typical dim meteors, this large, fast object shone brightly enough to be seen in broad daylight. Such an event would likely flood social media with videos if it occurred today. 🌠

💣 Netanyahu's Gaza plan rejection risks endless war

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the US-led 15-point roadmap for Gaza, causing diplomatic shockwaves in the region. This plan proposed Hamas disarming in exchange for a phased Israeli withdrawal and a technocratic Palestinian committee. Netanyahu insisted troops won't withdraw until Hamas is 'genuinely disarmed' ahead of his elections. Analysts suggest this move aims to prevent a functional Palestinian society and maintain control. The rejection puts the US-brokered ceasefire on the brink of total collapse.

📉 Vodafone Idea posts big net loss in Q1

Vodafone Idea reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 3,754 crore for the first quarter of fiscal 2027. This occurred in the quarter ended June across the telecom operator's operations. Revenue grew 3.2% to Rs 11,689 crore, while EBITDA rose 3% sequentially to Rs 5,034 crore. The sharp profit swing was mainly due to a reduction in one-time gains from the previous quarter. The company's ARPU improved to Rs 195, signaling better monetization efforts.

📞 Delhi call centres busted for Telangana loan scams 🚨

A cyber fraud network operating out of Delhi was busted for scamming victims across Telangana using fake loan offers. The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau apprehended 21 Telugu-speaking women tele callers and one bank account holder from three call centres in Shiva Market. This network had been active for about 18 months, posing as Bajaj Finance representatives. They tricked victims into paying processing and verification charges before demanding more money. The investigation is now focused on finding the absconding organizers and tracing the money trail.

💊 Kerala cracks down on misleading drug discount boards

The Kerala State Drugs Control department has started taking action against medical shops displaying boards with arbitrary drug discounts. This action is being taken in Kerala after a complaint from the All-Kerala Chemists and Druggists Association (AKCDA). The circular, issued by State Drugs Controller K. Sujith Kumar on July 17, stems from a June 19 Kerala High Court order. The court clarified that only misleading discount advertisements are banned, not actual price reductions. These measures address disputes between traditional and new-generation pharmacies offering big discounts. 💊

📉 US weapon stocks hitting low levels

The US is reportedly running critically low on weapons used in the Iran conflict, leading to a shift in rhetoric. This situation arose as Pentagon warehouses indicated dwindling supplies of crucial defense materials. Global Patriot missile inventory dropped from about 2,200 to under 827 before the war started. This shortage has forced the US military to allow some Iranian projectiles through its defenses. The underlying issue reveals strains in the US industrial base, forcing a strategic pullback.

🛍️ Mandya plans 'Sthree Mart' to boost women's business

The 'Sthree Mart' is set up to help women's Self-Help Groups and small women entrepreneurs market various goods. This initiative is planned for Gandhinagar in Mandya city to foster economic self-reliance among local women. Mandya MLA P. Ravikumar Gowda Ganiga visited the site on Monday to review the project's plans and necessary infrastructure. He stated that women's economic independence strongly benefits both families and society. This market will let women participate in both producing and selling their food, handicraft, and household items.

📈 iPhone 18 Pro BOM jumps 38% due to memory surge

TrendForce estimates the 256GB iPhone 18 Pro's Bill of Materials will be about 38% higher than the 2025 model. This is happening at Apple, where memory's BOM share jumped to roughly 34% in Q3 2026. Memory prices have increased five- to sevenfold since early 2025, making it the most expensive component. Apple is expected to absorb some of this cost instead of fully passing it on to consumers. This pressure on memory costs is predicted to continue into H1 2027.