🛰️ India unveils high-thrust rocket engine, joins elite club 🚀

Astrobase Space Technologies revealed Everest, an 800 kN Full-Flow Staged Combustion engine, which is India's first fully integrated FFSC engine. This development is happening in Bengaluru, pushing India's private space sector into advanced propulsion technology. The engine, designed for a reusable medium-lift vehicle, targets its first orbital flight by December 2028. Everest uses liquid oxygen and methane and is over 70% indigenously developed in Bangalore. The company expects to start hot-fire testing in the coming months to meet these ambitious goals.

🩺 India's Diabetes Dilemma: Health vs. Economy

India faces a major challenge regarding its rapidly growing diabetes epidemic. The nation must find ways to curb the rising health crisis across its population. Statistics show a significant increase in diabetes cases reported in recent years. This presents a complex situation balancing public health needs against the thriving diabetes-related industry. Experts are now discussing sustainable strategies to manage this dual pressure effectively. 🩺

🕵️ Android Ad SDKs Share Your Location By Default

Four common advertising SDKs are secretly collecting and sharing users' exact location data with advertisers. This issue involves InMobi, BidMachine, Verve/HyBid, and Huawei Petal Ads across various Android apps. These SDKs collectively affect billions of devices as of recent reports, with tracking enabled without extra user consent. The data often ends up with brokers who sell it to governments and intelligence agencies. Users can limit this by using approximate location on Android 12+, but a system fix is needed.

🥈 Jadumani's wild weight change almost derailed CWG dream

Indian pugilist Jadumani Singh Mandengbam won a silver medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The 22-year-old from Manipur secured this after storming the bantamweight final against Australia's Jye Dixon. His journey involved a risky move from the 50kg to the 55kg category. This gamble caused selection hurdles, including a Sports Ministry eligibility issue regarding his new ranking. After much effort, BFI's explanation cleared his ticket, leading to his historic medal. 🥇

🚗 Mahindra's new SUV drops on Aug 14

Mahindra is set to unveil a brand new SUV model on August 14th. This highly anticipated launch is expected to introduce a fresh addition to their lineup. Specific details about the vehicle are still under wraps, keeping fans guessing. The company has been gearing up for this major reveal to shake up the market. Industry watchers are eagerly waiting to see what new features this SUV will bring to the table.

🇹🇼 Taiwan President Oversees Coastal Strike Drill

The President of Taiwan observed a coastal strike drill during the annual war games. This military exercise took place in Taiwan, showcasing the nation's defense capabilities. The drill was part of the regular annual war games schedule. It highlights Taiwan's ongoing military readiness against potential threats. The exercises continue to be a key part of their defense strategy. 🇹🇼

🎬 Must-Watch OTT Releases This Week

Several new movies and TV shows have dropped on major streaming platforms this week. These releases include Operation Safed Sagar: The Highest Air Force Mission, Uyir, and Vadhandhi: The Fable of Velonie Season 2 across Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, and SunNxt. The lineup features diverse genres like military drama, gaming, and crime thrillers. Viewers can enjoy these titles in English, Hindi, Malayalam, and Tamil languages. This weekend offers plenty of content for viewers looking to relax and stream something new.

⛽ US sanctions bill threatens India's Russian oil deal 😟

A new Senate sanctions bill could target countries buying Russian oil and gas with heavy tariffs. This legislation, passed 86-11, allows President Donald Trump to impose up to 100% tariffs on major buyers like India. India has sourced record amounts, taking 52% of its oil imports from Russia in June and 56% in July. Russian crude has been vital for India's energy security since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. If enacted, India faces a tough choice between cheap energy and US friction.

💧 Gurugram civic head moved, then brought back fast

The Haryana government transferred IAS officer Pradeep Dahiya from his role as Gurugram Municipal Corporation Commissioner amid heavy rainfall and severe waterlogging. He was initially moved to Rohtak as Deputy Commissioner, but was reinstated as the civic body head within 24 hours. This happened as Gurugram received 60mm of rain between 8 am and 5 pm on Friday, causing major flooding. Dahiya inspected drainage systems and directed round-the-clock monitoring to prevent future monsoon issues. Citizens noted positive drainage improvements on Baharampur Road following his oversight. 💧

🏛️ Trump calls White House ballroom ban a 'national disgrace'

Donald Trump strongly criticized the federal appeals court ruling that stopped the construction of a new White House ballroom. This ruling was issued by a US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, stating the project needed congressional approval. The decision came after the Trump administration had planned to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom on the East Wing site. Trump labeled this court action a 'National Security Threat' and vowed to appeal immediately to the US Supreme Court. The focus now shifts to the Supreme Court as the administration challenges the 2-1 decision. 🏛️

🔥 Iran accuses US, Israel of plotting in Gulf

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian alleged that the US and Israel are trying to turn Persian Gulf nations against Tehran. He further claimed these allied nations are exploiting Iran’s internal challenges amidst the ongoing conflict. Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of Muslim unity, stating all Muslims are brothers, Shia or Sunni. He also mentioned China focusing on its own growth despite US rivalry. Iran affirmed it will continue to fight if forced into submission regarding its rights.