💉 Kanpur girls getting free HPV vaccine jabs

HPV vaccine is being given free to prevent cervical cancer among adolescent girls. District magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh inspected the vaccination drive in Rawatpur, Kanpur. So far, 18,377 girls in the district have received the vaccine as of the latest update. This vaccine is offered free by the government, unlike in private hospitals, and timely screening is also advised. The campaign continues with sessions every Wednesday and Saturday, aiming for 59,450 girls.

🏏 Kapp's batting powers seal Spirit's win 🏏

Marizanne Kapp starred as the South African allrounder helped London Spirit beat Birmingham Phoenix by 32 runs. The match took place at Lord's, where Kapp featured heavily across both innings. Spirit posted a score of 140 for 4, while Phoenix managed only 108 for 8. Despite Spirit's slow start, Kapp hit a fifty and cleaned up the Phoenix bowling attack. This victory marks a comfortable win for Spirit in their final home game.

🚫 Insta starts censoring The Hindu news posts

Instagram has begun censoring news articles from The Hindu. This action was observed across various platforms and user accounts. The censorship started around the first week of May 2024 and appears to be affecting diverse content. This move raises concerns regarding free press and platform moderation policies. Users are now questioning the extent of platform bias and content control.

🏏 Jay Shah's transformation of BCCI CoE

A team under Jay Shah successfully converted 40 acres of barren land into the sprawling BCCI Centre of Excellence. This massive development project took shape at the designated site, showcasing significant infrastructural growth. The transformation culminated in a state-of-the-art facility built over a period that included key milestones. This Centre of Excellence aims to boost cricket infrastructure across the country significantly. Future plans involve expanding the facilities to accommodate more training needs. 🏏

💡 Quordle hints and answers for Monday, August 10

Today's Quordle features four five-letter words that players must guess using nine attempts. The hints suggest words related to courtroom order, romance, speed, and core beliefs. The four starting letters are G, C, S, and E, and one word has repeated letters. The solutions for Monday, August 10, are GAVEL, CRUSH, SPEED, and ETHOS.

⚓ USS San Juan retires amid fleet strain

The US Navy decommissioned the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS San Juan on Thursday after its 38-year service. The vessel was based in Keyport, Washington, and was commissioned on August 6, 1988. The fleet needs 66 attack submarines but is projected to shrink to about 46-47 by 2030. This gap is due to ageing Los Angeles-class boats and slow Virginia-class deliveries. The Navy must manage maintenance and production to sustain its undersea capability. ⚓

🧠 Easy ways to boost your brain health at any age

New research suggests that cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging, offering hope for brain improvement. Researchers from The University of Texas at Dallas studied nearly 4,000 adults aged 19 to 94 years. The study, published in Scientific Reports, showed measurable gains using short daily videos and reflection. Even those with low starting scores showed significant improvement through consistent, targeted practices. This confirms that brain health can be rewired with proven tools, disrupting typical decline trajectories. 🧠

📈 Saudi Stocks Tick Up Slightly Today

Saudi Arabian stocks finished their trading session with a modest gain. The Tadawul All Share index saw a slight increase of 0.05% at the close. This movement occurred during the latest market trading period. The rise reflects general market stability amid current economic outlooks. Investors will continue to monitor the performance in the coming days.

🏏 Sunrisers keep perfect home streak at Headingley

Sunrisers Leeds defeated Welsh Fire by 71 runs in a dominant performance on Sunday afternoon. The match took place at Headingley, where Marsh scored 50 and Rickelton made 40. This win gives Sunrisers a perfect home record and puts them closer to the knockout stages. They can secure a top-three spot by beating Manchester Super Giants on Tuesday. The result was a big setback for Welsh Fire, who now need multiple results to qualify.

🗺️ Ladakh to lead India's first caste enumeration in Census 2027

Ladakh is set to pioneer the first caste enumeration in Independent India during the Census 2027. The second phase, Population Enumeration, starts on August 17 in Ladakh and other snow-bound areas. This phase will likely ask questions on 40 parameters, including an open-ended column for caste data. Officials are using paper schedules in Ladakh due to security concerns near defense establishments. The rest of the country's census will be conducted in February 2027.

🏔️ Ladakh to pioneer caste counting in new census

Ladakh is set to lead the way in detailing how caste will be enumerated for the first time in independent India. This is happening in Ladakh as the second phase of the Census begins there and in other snow-bound areas. The enumeration is scheduled from August 17 to September 30, ahead of the country-wide exercise in February 2027. This will use an open-column methodology, allowing respondents to declare their caste directly. Officials are making an exception for paper schedules due to security concerns near the Line of Actual Control. 🏔️