📱 iQOO Z11 India price under 40k before August 20 drop

iQOO Z11 is set to launch in India on August 20 with a rumored price under Rs. 40,000. The phone, powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset, will feature a 6.8-inch curved AMOLED display. It boasts a massive 7,050mAh battery and several AI-based features like AI Captions. The device will be available in two colors, Aurora Green and Celestial Blue, on Amazon. This entry aims to compete with phones like the Redmi Turbo 5 in the Indian market. 📱

🏏 Shaheen Afridi addresses Babar Azam captaincy buzz

Shaheen Afridi stated, "For now, I am the captain" when questioned about his future leadership role. This came amid reports suggesting former captain Babar Azam might take over leadership across all formats in Pakistan. His current tenure as ODI skipper, which began in October 2025, is facing scrutiny due to recent captaincy changes. Afridi redirected the focus to the National Champions Cup from August 11 to 18 to build team depth. The tournament will help assess player fitness and provide replacements for the 2027 ODI World Cup. 🏏

🚨 Pakistan's new defence pact sparks India's concern

A new defence pact called the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement was signed on Friday between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. This tripartite agreement dictates that an armed attack on any member nation is considered an attack on all three. Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif framed this deal as a model for a wider military alliance among Islamic countries. Analysts suggest Delhi must remain cautious as Pakistan positions this pact for broader regional cooperation. This development is happening while Bangladesh is looking into buying JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan.

👋 Sudhir Sitapati steps down from Godrej Consumer Products

Sudhir Sitapati resigned as the MD & CEO of Godrej Consumer Products Limited after a five-year tenure. He submitted his resignation via email on August 10, with the change becoming effective from August 11, 2024. During his time, GCPL delivered about a 10% monthly average shareholder return against the Nifty FMCG index's 8%. Sitapati felt his set goals were accomplished and it was time to move on to new challenges. Aasif Malbari, the current CFO, has been appointed as the new MD & CEO starting August 12.

🗣️ AIADMK leader asks when CM Vijay will appoint Trisha

An AIADMK leader, R B Udhayakumar, publicly questioned Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay about appointing actor Trisha Krishnan as deputy chief minister. This statement came after Udhayanidhi Stalin sparked controversy with a remark aimed at the actor last week. Udhayakumar alleged that the TVK government is appointing film crew members to various government posts on dates around Tuesday. The former minister named several producers and cinematographers appointed to roles like temple trustee and government advisor. Tamil Nadu is now reportedly awaiting an announcement regarding Trisha's potential appointment. 🎬

🎬 Farhan Akhtar Wants Dil Chahta Hai Climax Change

Farhan Akhtar has revealed a desire to alter the ending of the movie Dil Chahta Hai. He suggested that Akshaye Khanna should be left alone at the climax of the film. This opinion comes from the director's thoughts on the classic Bollywood movie. The original film's ending has been a subject of discussion among fans and critics. Akhtar implies that a different conclusion would have been more impactful.

🤖 iQOO Z11 drops with AI features under ₹40K

iQOO is launching the iQOO Z11, a smartphone loaded with AI features, on August 20. This device is targeted at college students and will be available in India. It is powered by India’s first MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo and comes with a massive 7050mAh battery. The phone integrates AI Captions and AI Creation to simplify academic tasks like summarizing and note-taking. It will be manufactured at vivo’s Greater Noida facility and launch in Aurora Green and Celestial Blue. 🚀

🎣 Vasan asks TN govt to free seized fishing boats

G.K. Vasan urged the Tamil Nadu government to secure the release of fishermen's boats confiscated by Andhra Pradesh officials. Seven fishing boats from Tamil Nadu were taken by the Andhra Pradesh government on June 16th. These boats remain unreleased, seriously impacting the fishermen's livelihoods. Vasan suggested the TN government engage in talks with the AP government for a lasting fix. He also pushed for an all-party meeting regarding the Cauvery water issue. 🎣

🚀 China's maglev hits insane speed record

A 2,447-pound maglev vehicle achieved 497 mph in just 5.3 seconds at Donghu Laboratory in Hubei province, China. This marks the third world record broken by the Hubei test platform in six months. The tests validated key technologies like electromagnetic propulsion and braking. This advanced tech could support future ultra-high-speed transport or rocket launch systems. Engineers still need to tackle energy use and infrastructure costs for real-world use. 🚀

🚢 Indian Navy guards ships near Bab El Mandeb 🚢

Amid rising tensions in the Persian Gulf, the Indian Navy is escorting cargo vessels through the volatile waters near Bab El Mandeb. The INS Trishul and INS Aditya have escorted Indian and Liberian flagged ships en route to Mumbai and the Suez canal, respectively. The navy has been running anti-piracy patrols in the Gulf of Aden since October 2008 to secure maritime interests. This effort, part of Operation Sankalp launched in June 2019, has expanded across the Indian Ocean Region. The Indian Navy continues to strengthen its role as a key security partner in the region.

🚨 IPL player Abhishek Porel arrested in Hooghly

Bengal cricketer Abhishek Porel was arrested by police in Hooghly district following serious allegations. The arrest took place after a case was lodged by a woman medical student from Karnataka. This incident stems from a complaint made on June 23, alleging a relationship over three-and-a-half years with marriage plans. Police have registered the case under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act. Porel is scheduled to be produced before a court in Chinsurah later today, August 11, 2026. 🚨