🧵 Kannur's handloom sector faces survival crisis

Kannur's once famous handloom industry is struggling amid financial woes and power loom competition. Industry reps highlight issues like delayed payments and rising costs for weavers in Kannur. Societies are owed nearly ₹8.5 crore for school uniform production, with 3,000 workers unpaid for over eight months. The sector risks becoming mere heritage if systemic problems aren't addressed urgently. Experts suggest repositioning handloom as a premium craft can secure its future. 😥

🎨 Adobe drops plugin for ChatGPT creation

Adobe has launched its 'Adobe Plugin' within ChatGPT to let users create various content types. This integration is available globally across web and mobile platforms starting today. Users can describe what they want, and the system automatically uses over 70 Adobe tools in the background. The plugin supports everything from editing photos to generating polished PDFs directly inside the chat. This allows for rich, interactive creative workflows without switching between different applications.

⚛️ Australia hunts dark matter with new experiment

Australian researchers are gearing up for the SABRE South dark matter experiment to investigate the universe's biggest mysteries. This project is situated at the Stawell Underground Physics Laboratory (SUPL) in Australia. They recorded 30,000 muons underground versus 8.4 billion expected on the surface over a year. The experiment aims to follow up on the unresolved DAMA/LIBRA results by using the same sodium iodide target. This unique setup allows for a like-for-like test across both hemispheres. 🔬

😠 AISA Activist Targeted During Jharkhand Protest

Neha Bora, an activist from AISA, was targeted by an ink attacker during a recent protest. The incident took place in Jharkhand as participants demonstrated against job situation issues. Specific details regarding the number of protesters or exact dates were not provided in the report. This action occurred while the group was voicing concerns over employment matters in the region. Authorities are expected to look into the attack and address the protest concerns moving forward. 😠

💸 Kerala shifts pension payments to direct bank transfer

The Kerala government is fully moving to Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) for welfare pensions. This decision follows a CAG flag about issues in the DTH system involving PACS. The government plans this shift after the CAG report from September 2023, which recommended more DBT inclusion. Currently, pensions of ₹2,000 are disbursed monthly to close to 60 lakh people. This move aims to fix fraud risks and is effective per a July 27, 2026 order.

🧘‍♀️ Rashmika Mandanna's secret to recovery routine revealed

Rashmika Mandanna shared details about her personal sleep and waking routine for better recovery. She openly discussed her lifestyle habits, specifically mentioning her diet regimen. Her routine involves consuming only two meals throughout the day to maintain her fitness level. This disciplined approach helps her manage the demands of a busy schedule. Fans are keen to know more about her wellness journey going forward.

🤖 Meta drops coding AI to challenge OpenAI and Anthropic

Meta has officially released a new coding agent designed to compete directly with leading AI models. This new tool was developed by Meta engineers and is set to enter the competitive AI landscape. While specific benchmarks are pending, the launch positions Meta against giants like OpenAI and Anthropic. The agent aims to assist developers with complex coding tasks and software creation. Expectations are high for how this new offering will reshape the future of AI development. 🤖

🔊 Govt claims audio linking Manipur violence to ex-CM is fake

The Union government told the Supreme Court that an audio clip allegedly connecting former Manipur CM N Biren Singh to the state's ethnic violence is manipulated. This submission was made while the court heard a petition from the Kuki Organization for Human Rights Trust demanding an investigation. The government cited a forensics report from National Forensic Sciences University, noting the clip had 41 alterations. The violence started in May 2023, resulting in over 260 deaths and 59,000 displaced people. The Supreme Court has ordered both sides to review the forensic report before proceeding further.

😥 School student electrocuted at tribal welfare school

A Class VIII student named Kechhala Shiva Parvathi, aged 13, was electrocuted at the Tribal Welfare Ashram School for Girls. This tragic incident occurred in Sivakasipuram village, Velerupadu mandal of Eluru district, on Friday, August 7, 2026. She died in the early hours after placing wet clothes on a window grille affected by a fallen power cable. Officials from ITDA and the Tribal Welfare Department visited the site following the accident. Police have registered a case and an investigation is currently underway. 😥

📈 Gold Price Prediction: Bulls Target $4,380

The XAU/USD gold price is showing signs of further upward momentum. This rally is being driven by bulls in the global market. Traders are eyeing the $4,380 area in the near future, according to market analysts. This bullish sentiment is fueled by various macroeconomic indicators currently observed. Investors are reportedly watching for key data releases to confirm this upward trajectory. 📈

🌼 Kerala designers dropping major Onam vibes ✨

Several Kerala designers have launched new collections inspired by the festive spirit of Onam. Sreejith Jeevan's Rouka collection, Poornima Indrajith's Pranaah, and Anjali's House of Urmi capture the season's essence. These collections feature themes ranging from dawn imagery to the vibrant flower markets of Coimbatore. Designers are also focusing on conscious consumption, promoting versatile pieces for year-round wear. These stylish drops are available on respective brand websites for festive celebrations.