😠 iThrive CEO's strong statement about PM Modi

Mugdha Pradhan, the CEO of iThrive, recently made a highly controversial public comment. This statement was directed towards the Prime Minister of India, PM Modi. The CEO reportedly expressed strong dissatisfaction with certain government policies during a recent interaction. This comment sparked immediate debate across social media platforms regarding corporate accountability. Further actions from both the CEO and the government are awaited on this matter. 😠

💻 New Huawei Tablets Drop in India 📱

Two new tablets, the Huawei MatePad SE 11 and MatePad 11.5 PaperMatte Edition, have launched in India. They are available through Flipkart, with the MatePad SE 11 starting at ₹25,999. The premium MatePad 11.5 PaperMatte Edition is priced at ₹45,999, featuring a PaperMatte Display. The MatePad SE 11 has a quad speaker setup, while the 11.5 version boasts a 2.5K FullView display. Both devices are now ready for pre-order and purchase in the Indian market.

🏏 Ashwin on Manjrekar's criticism and his comeback

Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that he was initially very upset by Sanjay Manjrekar's fitness-related remarks. This happened after Manjrekar questioned his bowling and fielding during his first Australia tour. Ashwin stopped talking to Manjrekar for four years, working hard to improve his game. Their relationship improved in 2015 when Manjrekar wrote an article praising his performance. Ashwin ultimately thanked the criticism as it became a turning point in his career.

🗑️ One man's cleanup turns into 100-volunteer movement

Andrew Beaver started by clearing illegally dumped trash alone in south Houston. He is a real estate investor who began this effort in November in underserved areas like Sunnyside and Third Ward. A recent Sunday cleanup involved about 100 volunteers clearing waste from alleys and vacant lots. This movement gained traction through partnerships and social media, encouraging community involvement. Beaver plans to continue his daily cleanups despite ongoing logistical and funding challenges. 🗑️

🏥 Fractured leg gets cardboard support in Bihar hospital

A man with a fractured leg received only cardboard support at a Bihar government hospital after an accident. The incident happened to Krishna Kumar near Harsain Bridge on August 3rd, and a video went viral online. Staff at Manjhaul Sub-divisional Hospital used cardboard due to the lack of a plaster cast. Officials confirmed the video and stated a formal investigation would commence into the matter. The situation has sparked widespread criticism regarding the state of public healthcare in the region.

🔭 Solar telescope spots Sun's surface whirlpools

Scientists observed Kelvin-Helmholtz instabilities, which manifest as vortices, on the Sun's surface. This was achieved by a team led by David Kuridze using the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaii. The observations were made during a three-minute window on April 14, 2025. This discovery suggests a new understanding of how energy moves through the Sun's atmosphere. The team found 47 such interfaces, with vortices growing rapidly and showing chaotic turbulence. 🔭

🌾 Minister checks drought impact in Sandur, promises farmer aid 🌾

Minister B. Nagendra visited drought-hit areas in Sandur taluk, Ballari district, on Friday, August 7th. He inspected fields at Vitthalapur village alongside E. Annapurna and Deputy Commissioner K. Nagendra Prasad. The region recorded a 67% rainfall deficit this year, severely affecting small and marginal farmers. A comprehensive report will be sent to the Chief Minister before relief measures are announced for farmers. Additionally, the government plans to set up an STP to combat water pollution.

🌧️ Monsoon hits Delhi-NCR hard; Kerala on alert

Severe monsoon rains have lashed parts of Delhi-NCR, while Kerala is facing heightened weather warnings from the IMD. The forecast predicts extremely heavy rainfall across several states starting from June 1st. This weather pattern is impacting daily life and causing disruptions in the affected regions. Authorities are advising residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions against heavy downpours. The IMD will continue to update advisories as the monsoon season progresses.

⛈️ Monsoon madness hits Delhi-NCR and Kerala

Intense monsoon rains have triggered severe flooding and transit chaos across parts of India. The India Meteorological Department has issued Red Alerts for Delhi-NCR, northern Kerala, and coastal Odisha and West Bengal. Delhi saw downpours nearing 100mm, while four northern Kerala districts face alerts for over 204mm in 24 hours. The alerts warn of continued extreme rain, cloudbursts, and intense electrical storms across multiple states. Authorities advise checking travel times and avoiding waterlogged areas due to escalating weather conditions. ⛈️

🧹 Cyberabad clears 290 illegal structures across zones

The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation removed 290 encroachments from public areas on Friday, August 7. This cleanup spanned a 14.1 km stretch across its Serilingampally, Kukatpally, and Quthbullapur zones. Quthbullapur Zone had the most removals with 150 encroachments cleared across 6.3 km. This action was part of the CMC’s weekly ‘Walk Free’ initiative to improve public spaces. The civic body will keep monitoring these areas to stop any re-encroachment. 🚧

🔬 Fridge-free vaccines show promise for global health

Human trials for a new 'fridge-free' tetanus-diphtheria booster vaccine, SPVX02, have successfully concluded. This trial took place in the UK, involving healthy adults who received the vaccine. The formula remains viable for at least 24 months at temperatures up to 30°C as of the study. This could drastically cut down on vaccine waste and logistical issues in hot or remote areas. Larger Phase II and Phase III trials are planned to move this technology forward.