🤔 Kishor meets NCP leaders post-bypoll win

Political strategist Prashant Kishor met with NCP leaders Sunetra and Parth Pawar on Thursday. Kishor, who won the Bankipur bypoll against the BJP, made this second meeting in three months. This development has caused some upset within the BJP, NCP's alliance partner in the government. BJP functionaries feel it is improper for an NDA constituent to meet an opponent so soon after the bypoll victory. The talks raise speculation about Kishor potentially becoming the NCP's next political advisor. 🤝

🤖 OpenAI drops GPT-5.6 Sol for ChatGPT

OpenAI has officially released GPT-5.6 Sol, a significant update for the ChatGPT platform. This new model is available to users across various regions as of the announcement. The update boasts major improvements in complex reasoning capabilities and processing speed compared to previous versions. This rollout marks a key step in OpenAI's continuous effort to enhance AI performance and utility. Users can expect more advanced features and better interactions in the coming weeks. 🤖

🤝 CJP names new leadership team, Dipke takes charge

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has officially announced its National Working Committee to strengthen its structure. Abhijeet Dipke was appointed as the National Convener, with Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka serving as Co-Conveners. This new committee is tasked with overseeing expansion, including state and city teams, within the next six months. The party is launching a membership drive via its website but confirmed no immediate entry into electoral politics. Additionally, a CJP delegation will visit student protesters in Jharkhand who have been on strike for 13 days. 📢

🛰️ Space junk is getting out of hand, UK tracks debris

Staff at Chilbolton Observatory are tracking a growing number of objects in Earth’s orbit to support Britain’s space monitoring. These objects, including defunct satellites and rocket bodies, are being monitored by experts at the facility in southern England. Currently, there are over 46,000 pieces of debris weighing 17,000 tonnes in orbit. This congestion increases the risk of collisions, potentially triggering the Kessler syndrome cascade. The UK has pledged £85 million to enhance its collision warning capabilities. 🛰️

🛴 NY Mayor targets retailers over dangerous e-bikes

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sent cease and desist notices to 42 online retailers, including Amazon and Walmart. This action targets the sale of allegedly illegal high-speed e-bikes and e-scooters in New York City. City data shows over 45 deaths from illegal e-bikes since 2017, plus over 14 fatalities from illegal scooters. Mamdani stated that companies profiting from these sales are endangering public safety in New York City. The city's safety focus continues while Mamdani also plans five city-backed grocery stores. 🛴

🌧️ Manager asks who clocked in amidst Gurugram floods

A Gurugram manager's message demanding attendance during severe floods sparked major backlash on Reddit. This manager asked staff to confirm if they reached the DLF office or Signature Towers on time on Thursday. The outrage grew as authorities extended the work-from-home advisory to Friday amid more rain forecasts. Many users criticized the lack of empathy, pointing out approved WFH days due to waterlogging. The manager's demands are questioned while the district administration maintains the WFH advisory for August 7th. 🌧️

🚢 Trump-class nuclear warship could cost $275B

The US Navy is planning a new fleet of nuclear-powered battleships that could redefine naval warfare costs. This program involves building 15 Trump-class warships in the US, with the lead ship alone estimated at $23 billion. The total estimated cost for the 15 ships is projected to be around $275 billion, with annual spending rising from $6.9 billion to $15.2 billion. The Pentagon seeks $1 billion in early funding for 2027, aiming to place the first order in 2028. These massive vessels are designed for long-range strike capabilities and advanced defense systems. 🚢

🚀 SpaceX rocket piece hits the Moon, scientists confirm

A section of a SpaceX rocket slammed into the Moon as predicted by scientists on Wednesday. This event happened involving the Falcon 9 upper stage near the Moon. Observations showed the impact occurred around 0635 GMT on Wednesday, with an estimated weight of 8,800 pounds. This collision is expected to create a lunar crater, and NASA plans to study the event. The agency hopes to use this data to improve tracking techniques for space objects. 🚀

👻 Ong Seong Wu's true colors emerge in 'Spooky In Love'

The drama 'Spooky in Love' saw Park Eun Bin's character announce a fake engagement to Yang Se Jong's character. This move was made to manage rumors about her past and strengthen her family standing. The series, a remake of 'Spellbound', is now in its second half as of the latest episode. Kang Min Hwan, played by Ong Seong Wu, will react negatively, revealing his true colors in the upcoming plot. The next episode airs on August 8 at 9:10 p.m. KST. 👻

🏦 UPI Charges Only For Merchants, Not Users

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified that the Merchant Discount Rate applies only to merchants, not to customers using UPI. She addressed Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's claim that ordinary people might pay more for UPI. The NPCI-headed committee will decide the MDR only after Parliament passes the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This bill gives the central government the power to modify the zero-MDR framework for UPI and RuPay transactions. These investments will help banks and fintechs improve infrastructure and security for all UPI users. 🏦

✨ Saif Ali Khan's sister Saba Pataudi on marriage

Saba Pataudi revealed that she remains unmarried at the age of 50 because she hasn't found a compatible partner. She was introduced to many people from ages 18 or 19, including someone in Kolkata at 19, but nothing worked out. Her father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, set a high standard for the kind of man she sought. She resonated with the idea of needing a 'man' rather than just a 'boy' due to her father's qualities. Moving forward, she continues her life as a jewellery designer and tarot reader.