🛵 Indian startup drops bike umbrella for monsoon rides

An Indian startup developed the SEPAL Shield, a detachable canopy and windshield for scooters and motorcycles. Architect Kashyap and IIT Bombay engineer Vidhey created this solution after three years of intense design and testing. Currently, over 20,000 riders are using the shield, which supports speeds up to 120 km/h. This invention aims to protect riders from rain, wind, and dust during commutes. The founders believe this product ensures the weather never controls a person's journey. 🌧️

🚨 Dangerous Benadryl trend claims lives globally

A hazardous social media trend involving Benadryl consumption has caused severe health crises across the globe. In May and June 2026, four American teens tragically died participating in this challenge, where excessive diphenhydramine is taken for hallucinations. Estimates suggest this trend might have led to 131 US deaths between 2020 and 2024. Public health officials are now focusing on digital literacy and early education to combat such viral risks. Governments are also starting to hold social media companies accountable for harmful online content.

🕊️ Veteran Congress Leader D.Y. Patil Passes Away

Veteran Congress leader and former West Bengal Governor D.Y. Patil passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. He passed away at his residence in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, at the age of 92. Patil was a Padma Shri awardee and had served as Governor of Tripura and Bihar. He was also an MLA from 1967-78 and founded D.Y. Patil University. His sons, Satej, Sanjay, and Ajinkya Patil, are his survivors.

🧤 Alonso targets Costa as Chelsea's last signing

Xabi Alonso has identified FC Porto's goalkeeper, Diogo Costa, as the final piece for Chelsea's squad. This move is happening in the midst of an active transfer window at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea is prepared to trigger Costa's €60 million (£51m) release clause before the upcoming campaign begins. The club has already spent around £300 million this window, adding players like Morgan Rogers. This signing aims to bolster the goalkeeper position, which has been seen as a weakness. 🧤

🔥 Chopra vs Pathirage: Rivalry heats up in Switzerland

Rumesh Pathirage and Neeraj Chopra will clash again at the Lausanne Diamond League in Switzerland. The two South Asian athletes will compete on August 21th against a stacked field. Pathirage won gold at the CWG with an 89.75m throw, while Chopra took silver with 85.83m. This meet features five CWG finalists, including Arshad Nadeem and Keshorn Walcott. The focus is on whether Chopra can beat Pathirage to build a new rivalry. 🥇

💻 16GB VRAM GPUs are now outnumbering 8GB ones

According to the July 2026 Steam survey, GPUs with 16GB of VRAM now slightly surpass those with 8GB. This trend was observed across all discrete and integrated GPUs from AMD, NVIDIA, and Intel. In July 2026, 16GB GPUs held a 25.9% share, while 8GB GPUs accounted for 25.3%. This shift is partly due to improved Radeon reporting and the inclusion of RDNA 4 cards like the Radeon RX 9070 XT. Moving forward, 12GB and 16GB might become the new standard, although 8GB could rise again due to component shortages.

🏆 Gujarat bags CWG 2030; Haryana MP questions decision

The Commonwealth Games 2030 baton was officially handed over to India following the conclusion of the 2026 Games in Glasgow. This handover took place with Neeraj Chopra, P T Usha, and Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi present. India will become the second nation after Australia to host the CWG twice, with the 2010 edition held in Delhi. Haryana MP Deepender Hooda protested the Gujarat hosting choice, questioning it since Haryana secured the most medals in 2026. Wrestler Babita Phogat countered Hooda's claims, pointing out the country hosts, not the state. 🏅

🚀 Apple Crushes Sales in India, Hits $10B Mark

Apple's sales in India have surpassed the $10 billion milestone. This massive growth was achieved by the company across the Indian market. The figures reflect strong performance throughout the fiscal year, with specific regional pushes contributing significantly. This success is attributed to a deliberate and widening retail expansion strategy implemented by Apple. The company is expected to further scale its retail presence in the coming quarters. 🚀

🚀 Apple's India Sales Smash $10 Billion Milestone

Apple's sales in India have crossed the impressive $10 billion mark. This growth was driven by the company's expanding retail footprint across the country. As of the latest reports, the sales figure reached this milestone during the fiscal year ending March 30, 2024. The push is seen as a major success in penetrating the vast Indian consumer market. Apple plans to further bolster its presence with more retail outlets moving forward. 🚀

🚫 FSSAI blocks Dabur's '100%' food claims

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a ban against Dabur regarding its food products. This action targets misleading labeling claims across various products manufactured by the company. The directive specifically prohibits the use of '100%' claims on food items sold in the market. This move aims to protect consumers from deceptive marketing practices within the food industry. The regulatory body will continue to enforce strict guidelines on all food labeling standards moving forward.

⛰️ Kerala faces recurring monsoon landslide danger ⛈️

Catastrophic landslides are a recurring monsoon issue in Kerala, nestled in the Western Ghats. Major incidents occurred in Wayanad and Idukki, with recent disasters in 2024 claiming 231 lives. The state's steep terrain and high annual rainfall of around 3,000 mm make it extremely vulnerable. Experts stress the need for accurate rainfall forecasting and better land-use policies moving forward.