🦟 Kerala sees 105 chikungunya cases; here's what to know 🦟

Kerala has officially confirmed 105 cases of chikungunya, prompting health authorities to boost mosquito control efforts across the state. This viral illness is transmitted by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, similar to those causing dengue and Zika. Cases were reported as of August 7, 2026, with symptoms appearing 3 to 7 days after a bite. Treatment focuses on symptom relief like rest and Paracetamol, as no specific antiviral is available. Prevention methods include using repellents and eliminating stagnant water sources to keep the spread down.

🩺 SC suggests national rule for rural service for MBBS students 🩺

The Supreme Court suggested that a uniform national policy is needed for compulsory rural service by medical students. This was heard by Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe regarding a Karnataka government notification. The Karnataka rule requires one year of service for permanent registration, and the requirement was extended to private seat candidates on July 28, 2023. Petitioners argued private students, paying more, should be exempt from this compulsory service requirement. The Solicitor General was asked to take instructions for formulating this policy.

🚀 Telangana invites big investments from Bay Area

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka invited Bay Area business leaders to invest and expand in Telangana. This was hosted at a dinner by Consul General K. Srikar Reddy in the San Francisco Bay Area. The State Government boasts skilled resources, good infrastructure, and a focus on innovation and job creation. Vikramarka highlighted projects like the Musi River rejuvenation and Young India Skills University. The government aims to sustain growth and open new employment frontiers across emerging sectors.

😠 Kerala UDF halts doorstep pension, sparks protest

The UDF government in Kerala decided to stop the doorstep delivery of the social welfare pension for 62 lakh beneficiaries. This shift channels the monthly ₹2,500 payment via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. This move has drawn strong political criticism from the LDF Opposition, particularly the CPI(M). K.N. Balagopal argued this creates red-tape issues for non-bank-savvy seniors and agricultural workers. The CPI(M) has announced a large-scale mobilization against this decision, which was made on August 07, 2026.

😟 Terror Portal Threatens Kashmiri Pandits

A terror propaganda portal linked to LeT has issued serious threats against returning Kashmiri Pandits. The threat specifically warns them to 'burn their homes' as part of its campaign. These menacing messages have been circulating across digital platforms recently. The group is trying to create an atmosphere of fear and intimidation among the community. Authorities are currently monitoring the situation and investigating the source of these online threats. 😟

🚁 HAL Airport Gets First RNP CAT H Helicopter Approach

HAL airport in Bengaluru has become India's first to operationalize the RNP CAT H helicopter approach procedure. This satellite-guided system was developed by the Airports Authority of India and validated by HAL test pilots. The new procedure significantly cuts approach time to HAL airport from 12 minutes down to about four minutes. This capability boosts safety and efficiency for all-weather helicopter access and urban navigation. It sets a new standard for aviation infrastructure across India moving forward. 🚁

🔥 Ancient Lake Cores Show Huge 2012 Mountain Fire

A massive wildfire swept through the Rwenzori alpine zone in 2012, which researchers identified as the first large-scale fire in 12,000 years. This blaze occurred in the Rwenzori Mountains, bordering Uganda and DRC, affecting an area of 42 sq km. Lake sediment cores from Lake Kopello recorded a charcoal increase over 100-fold in the 2012 layer. The study suggests climate change and human impact are threatening this unique ecosystem. Conservation efforts are now crucial to prevent future fires on these vulnerable mountain areas. 🏔️

⚽ Man Utd star helped seal Salah's move to Trabzonspor

Mohamed Salah has officially signed a two-year contract with Trabzonspor, concluding a lengthy summer transfer saga. The Egyptian joined the Turkish club after passing his medical, ending his nine-year stint at Liverpool. While linked with Besiktas and Al-Ittihad, Salah prioritized European competition over big finances. Manchester United's Andre Onana, currently on loan, convinced Salah through private talks. Alongside Mahmoud Trezeguet, Onana's pitch was key in his decision to join the Black Sea club. 🤝

⚛️ Air-stable 2D superconductors for quantum tech

MIT researchers have developed a method to create large, uniform sheets of ultrathin superconducting material that don't oxidize in air. They achieved this by growing niobium diselenide beneath a protective layer of graphene on a silicon dioxide substrate. This breakthrough produced a perfectly uniform sheet over an inch wide and kept its superconducting state. This advance could help miniaturize quantum computing hardware and create ultrasensitive detectors. The technique opens up exciting new possibilities for studying monolayer quantum materials.

📉 RBI calm vs emergency measures: what's the deal? 🧐

The RBI maintains that the Indian economy is stable despite market worries surrounding the rupee's valuation. While the goods trade deficit is large at $330 billion, services and remittance surpluses balance the overall current account. The real pressure point is the capital account, where $91 billion left last year. The RBI injected around Rs 7 lakh crore last year to keep rates low amidst state government borrowing. This policy risks future inflation, which might be blamed on monsoon issues later on.

🏏 Glamorgan vs Essex Action in Domestic Cup

The match between Glamorgan and Essex is currently underway in the Group B of the England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026. Batting highlights include Noah Thain scoring 60 runs off 66 balls and Luc Benkenstein reaching 75 runs from 66 deliveries. The action is being tracked live as of today's session. Various runs and boundaries have been registered between the players. The contest continues as teams strive for victory in the tournament.