🌊 Indian coast seaweeds in your daily life

Seaweeds growing along India’s 7,500-km coastline are surprisingly found in products like ice cream and toothpaste. More than 800 marine algae species exist, with about 60 holding commercial value for various industries. Extracts like carrageenan and agar are used globally, supporting a market worth over half a billion dollars. These seaweeds require no farmland, making them sustainable options as global resource pressure increases. Future growth in seaweed markets is projected to reach $11.8 billion by 2030. 🌊

☕ Coffee's heart benefits: Follow these 3 rules

Daily coffee can boost heart health in UAE residents if specific guidelines are followed. Dr Mansoor Anwar Habib advised that consumption must be between one and five cups per day. The benefits are supported by research linking regular coffee to lower insulin resistance and less arterial clot risk. Crucially, the coffee must be filtered with paper and consumed black without any additions. These rules help harness coffee's antioxidants while avoiding harmful compounds like cafestol. ☕

✊ CITU launches 'Jail Bharo Andolan' in Kerala

CITU organized the 'Jail Bharo Andolan' in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, August 10, 2026. The event was inaugurated by State President T.P. Ramakrishnan in front of the General Post Office (GPO). This protest was a response to nationwide calls against the Union government's 'anti-worker and anti-farmer policies'. Key demands included repealing four Labour Codes and guaranteeing minimum support prices for farmers. This campaign precedes larger nationwide protests scheduled to begin in November.

🏥 Abhishek Banerjee gets SC green light for overseas eye treatment

The Supreme Court has allowed Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee to travel abroad for three weeks for necessary eye treatment. This decision was made by a bench including Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, while hearing his challenge to a Calcutta High Court order. The Calcutta High Court had initially rejected his travel request on August 5, citing his non-compliance with a medical board assessment. The High Court felt that obtaining a medical assessment was crucial before deciding on overseas treatment. Now, the SC has reversed that earlier ruling, permitting him to travel as needed. 🏥

🚗 Top sub-4m SUVs rule July 2026 sales

The sub-4-metre SUV segment saw strong performance in July 2026 with 1,16,552 units dispatched overall. Tata Punch led the sales charts in India, outperforming Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Tata Nexon. The segment experienced a robust 34.7% year-on-year growth compared to July 2025 figures. These top three models alone accounted for exactly 50% of the total segment sales for that month. This strong growth indicates a continued consumer shift towards compact SUVs in the market. 📈

🚨 Ex-JPSC Chair Arrested Over Exam Irregularities

Jharkhand CID arrested former JPSC chairperson L. Khiangte on August 10, 2026, concerning alleged irregularities in recruitment exams. He was summoned to the CID office in Ranchi and had been questioned four times since July 28. This arrest boosts the total CID arrests in this case to 20. The action followed the resignation of all three JPSC members amid aspirant protests. Khiangte resigned on July 22, claiming it was to ensure an impartial investigation.

🏥 Tamil Nadu eyeing bigger quota for govt school students

The Tamil Nadu government is looking into increasing the current 7.5% horizontal reservation for NEET-qualified government school students in medical admissions. Health Minister K.G. Arunraj discussed this on Monday, August 10, 2026, while in Chennai. This move follows a 2020 commission's recommendation suggesting 10% seats be reserved for government school graduates. The government plans to review this further by constituting another judge-headed committee. Additionally, the minister addressed issues regarding 20 students missing from the merit list due to residential certificate requirements. 🩺

🏏 T20 Mumbai League to grow to nine teams

The Mumbai Cricket Association has invited bids to add a ninth team to the T20 Mumbai League. This new franchise will represent the Navi Mumbai region to broaden the league's scope. Following a successful fourth edition held in June, the league is set for expansion. The MCA noted strong fan interest and competitive cricket during the past season. Interested parties can collect the bid documents from the Wankhede Stadium office between August 10 and August 25, 2026.

🚨 Fake NSA agent arrested in Bihar

A man posing as an NSA agent of Ajit Doval was arrested by Bihar Police in Khagaria. The accused, Manish Gupta, was apprehended on August 9, 2026, following an eight-hour raid on his Jamalpur Bazar residence. Authorities recovered luxury items, including two cars and 31 liters of foreign liquor, alongside assets worth over ₹100 crore. He claimed to be an undercover agent, but verification proved these claims to be false. Legal action is underway, and the Economic Offences Unit will assess his total assets. 🧐

✨ Samsung S26+ deal alert: Save big on flagship 📱

The unlocked Samsung Galaxy S26+ is currently available for $840 on Amazon. This price is a significant drop from its original $1,099.99 list price. This deal comes after Samsung's latest Unpacked event showcased new devices. The S26+ features the fastest processor and advanced Galaxy AI tools. Customers should grab this current-gen flagship before the price increases again.

📶 BSNL pumps big cash into 4G and 5G upgrades

BSNL is investing a massive ₹77,000 crore to expand its 4G and 5G networks. This major push is being executed by BSNL across its operational regions. The investment is scheduled to be completed by Fiscal Year 2029. The goal behind this significant financial outlay is to achieve overall profitability for the telecom giant. This strategic move aims to boost service quality and market presence moving forward.