Overall inflation rose to 4.45% in July, signaling some changes in the cost of daily items. Food inflation specifically climbed to 5.52% during the month. This increase impacts how much people spend on groceries and necessities. Various key items saw either price hikes or decreases across different sectors. Authorities will continue to monitor these trends to manage the economic situation going forward. 📈
science Across India, familiar ponds have diverse local names like pukur, johad, and beel, each with unique characteristics. These water bodies support complex ecosystems, housing various fish, frogs, insects, and birds. For example, a pukur in West Bengal hosts a whole food chain beneath its surface. Johads in Rajasthan collect monsoon runoff, providing vital life in dry areas. Protecting these diverse natural spots is crucial as their disappearance impacts entire rural life. 💧
sports Former Aussie opener Matthew Hayden stated that Rohit Sharma’s decision on future cricket, including the 2027 World Cup, depends on his own desire and fitness. Sharma, who quit Test and T20s, now only plays ODIs after a strong England tour in July. He scored 175 runs in three ODIs, including a 138 at Lord's. Despite India losing the series 2-1, his performance impressed observers. Sharma holds 11,895 ODI runs and remains a top run-scorer for India. 🏏
sports Two T20 matches, VIDA Kovai Kings vs Nellai Royal Kings and Trichy Grand Cholas vs IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans, are scheduled for August 13th at NPR College, Dindigul. VIDA Kovai Kings are currently 5th, while Nellai Royal Kings are 4th in the TNPL 2026 standings. Trichy Grand Cholas sit at 3rd place with a solid record. The ground averages 159 in the first innings and 145 in the second. Nellai Royal Kings are predicted to win their match, and Trichy Grand Cholas showed strong batting form previously. 🏏
science Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma defended the state's decision to set a 1 km Eco-Sensitive Zone around Kaziranga National Park. This move is being defended in Guwahati, Assam, by the Chief Minister. The Supreme Court ruling allows for a minimum 1 km ESZ, which is not a reduction of the existing zone. Sarma argued that retaining the 10-km zone would heavily affect thousands of people in peripheral towns. The process involves the State Forest Department submitting proposals to the Centre for final notification. 🐘
A 19-year-old undergraduate student from Kolkata was found hanging in her hostel room at Aligarh Muslim University's I G Hall. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning after she returned from Kolkata on July 28. Hostel mates reported she had a heated phone argument with her mother late Tuesday. Her friends discovered her body after finding the room locked from the inside. Police are starting investigations, and the university has boosted counseling programs. 😔
business The Colombian peso led 36 currencies by gaining 19.2% against the U.S. dollar over the past year. This performance was tracked for 36 major currencies through June 30, 2026, based on Deutsche Bank data. Latin America showed extremes, with Colombia at 19.2% gain and Argentina at 18.9% loss. Six Asian currencies are among the eight biggest decliners due to higher energy import costs. Future movements depend on interest rate trends and regional economic stability. 📊
entertainment Actor Jenna Ortega recently appeared in Esquire's 'How I Got Here' series discussing her career journey. During the interview, viewers noticed she looked noticeably slimmer, leading to health concerns being voiced about her. Ortega admitted to going days without eating or drinking while on set during her early years. This admission brought up discussions about the pressures young actors face in the entertainment industry. No confirmation has been given by Ortega regarding any current health issues. 😥
science Engineers found ways to gain extra power for the 50-year-old Voyager 2 spacecraft by implementing the 'Big Bang' power-switching idea. This effort took place as the team sought to extend the mission's operational time and instrument usage. After testing, the permanent configuration was executed on July 9, resulting in a positive thermal outcome. Solely based on power, this update has postponed the Cosmic Ray System shutdown until after the 2027 50th anniversary, moving it well into 2028. This extends the mission's power-dependent life by two years. 🚀
business An intensifying low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal is set to bring heavy downpours across various regions. The IMD has warned of rain for northwest India, including Himachal Pradesh and J&K, between August 13-18. Specifically, Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal are expecting heavy to very heavy rain starting August 13. Central India will see widespread rain from August 13-18, while the northwest also gets rain from August 13-18. Flash flood risks are highlighted in parts of Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal due to the expected downpour. ⛈️
sports The Outer Delhi Warriors are set to face the West Delhi Lions on August 13, 2026, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The league stage is heating up as the race to the playoffs intensifies between these two sides. The Warriors are coming off a loss, while Lions have struggled with their middle order recently. The pitch is rated as high-scoring, with an average first-innings score around 175 runs. The toss is considered crucial, but the Warriors might be better equipped to defend a score. 🏏
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