🧑‍🚀 Indian-origin astronaut takes first spacewalk

Nasa astronaut Anil Menon is set to conduct his first spacewalk on Thursday, August 6, to upgrade the International Space Station's power system. He will join Jessica Meir for US Spacewalk 96, starting at 5:35 pm IST. This EVA is crucial to prepare the ISS for the installation of the seventh IROSA solar array later this year. The work ensures vital power for operations, including the station's controlled de-orbit. Subsequent spacewalks are planned for August 13 and August 25 for further maintenance. 🚀

⚖️ Supreme Court sticks to Ashish Mishra's bail rules

The Supreme Court declined to ease the bail conditions for Ashish Mishra, the primary accused in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. This decision was made after his lawyer argued the travel restrictions stopped him from attending family events. The violence occurred on October 3, 2021, when his vehicle allegedly hit protesters, resulting in eight deaths. After initial bail was granted by the Allahabad High Court, the Supreme Court cancelled it in April 2022. The latest conditions from July 2024 restrict him to Delhi or Lucknow, with minor relaxation allowed since May. ⚖️

🚨 Man's marriage attempt to minor for UK visa

A 41-year-old Indian man attempted to marry a 13-year-old girl. This disturbing incident occurred in a region not specified in the report. The motive behind this action was allegedly to secure a UK visa to reside in the United Kingdom. Such actions highlight severe issues regarding international immigration laws and protection of minors. Authorities are expected to take further legal steps regarding this case. 🚨

📍 Android ads secretly sharing location data

Four Android advertising SDKs can transmit device location by default once the host app has location permission. This was found by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) in an August 2026 investigation across various apps. The identified SDKs include BidMachine, InMobi, Verve’s HyBid, and Huawei’s Petal Ads. Because Android treats embedded code as one permission holder, ad libraries can inherit location access unknowingly. App teams must now audit their builds to confirm data flows and comply with disclosure requirements.

🏛️ Congress demands full statehood for J&K

Congress is demanding constitutional safeguards for land and public employment in J&K. This demand was made by MP Dr. Syed Naseer Hussain on Thursday, August 6, 2026. He highlighted that seven years have passed since the abrogation of Article 370. The party seeks immediate and unconditional restoration of full Statehood to J&K. The Union government must fulfill its repeated commitment to restore full Statehood without further delay. 🏛️

📱 WhatsApp rolls out @all, anonymous polls, and splinter chats

WhatsApp introduced major updates to its messaging platform, focusing heavily on group chat functionality. These new features were announced on August 4th and are gradually being rolled out to users. Key additions include the @all notification button and anonymous polling options within end-to-end encryption. Users can now also create 'splinter chats' from existing groups for side conversations. Furthermore, usernames will launch later this year, offering an extra layer of privacy.

🪐 Titan moon moves way faster than thought

Titan is actually moving outward from Saturn by about 11 centimeters every year, which is 100 times quicker than scientists originally expected. This movement was measured using data from the Cassini mission around Saturn. The discovery, published in 2020, suggests that old tidal models were missing a crucial piece of information about energy transfer. The leading theory points to a process called resonance locking, linking Titan's orbit to Saturn's internal vibrations. This implies Titan might have formed much closer to Saturn than previously modeled. 🪐

😠 Fake desi ghee racket busted in Surat

Police uncovered a major food adulteration racket in Surat, Gujarat, where fake desi ghee was being manufactured. The operation was run by Rajeshkumar Jayantibhai Patel at Jai Yogeshwar Dairy in Surat's Ved Road area. Authorities seized approximately 34.05 kg of the fake ghee along with raw materials and equipment on August 6, 2026. The accused mixed vanaspati with soybean and palmolein oil, adding turmeric to mimic pure ghee's color. Further investigation is ongoing to trace the traders and buyers involved in this scheme. 😠

🏛️ US lawmaker criticizes India's FCRA bill

US Congressman Riley Moore has opposed India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment (FCRA) Bill, 2026, claiming it targets religious charities. This criticism contrasts with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's stance that foreign aid must not bypass host governments. The Bill, introduced on March 25, aims to create a Designated Authority to manage forfeited foreign contributions. This authority can dispose of assets for public purposes if an organization loses its FCRA certificate. The government insists these are transparency measures, not attacks on any specific religion. 🧐

🌟 Shah Rukh Khan tops India's brand value list 👑

Shah Rukh Khan has topped India's celebrity brand rankings according to the Kroll Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025. The superstar holds the top spot with an estimated brand value of USD 177.9 million in India. His value jumped by approximately 47% over the last two years, rising from USD 120.7 million in 2023. This surge comes as the combined top 25 celebrities are valued at USD 2 billion. He is now gearing up for the anticipated film, King.

🍎 Apple price hikes coming for iPhone, Watch, AirPods?

Apple previously raised prices on 14 products on June 25th, citing memory chip shortages driven by AI data centres. Despite sparing the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods initially, analysts now expect these products to see price jumps. The iPhone 18 Pro is a key focus, with estimates suggesting its starting price could rise significantly. TechInsights projects DRAM and flash storage costs will quadruple by autumn, increasing the bill of materials for the next flagship. The September event is anticipated to officially confirm these potential price adjustments along with new hardware launches. 💸