😨 Late-night Rapido ride turns scary in Noida 😨

A Delhi consultant booked a Rapido bike at Sector 16 Noida Metro Station around 11:07 pm. Instead of the booked bike, a rider arrived in a car and insisted she get in. The individual allegedly followed her till Sector 15, causing her to feel unsafe and subsequently develop a fever. Rapido has responded, confirming immediate action was taken against the captain's account. The company assured that such behavior does not align with their service standards.

⚽ PSG close to €50m deal for Barca star Torres

Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly nearing a transfer agreement with Barcelona for Ferran Torres. The negotiations are between PSG and Barcelona, involving the Spanish international. The expected fee is around €50 million, down from Barcelona's initial €65 million ask. Torres has already agreed personal terms with the Ligue 1 champions, pushing the deal forward. This sale would provide Barcelona with a significant financial boost for their summer plans. 💰

🏞️ Maoist stronghold Tummala now has schools and roads

Young Kommu Koya artiste Patra Sowjanya stated that her village, Tummala in Chintur mandal, is now peaceful after Maoists were eliminated. She and her mother, Patra Jayamma, performed in Vijayawada on Monday, August 10, 2026, for World Adivasi Day. The area, located on borders of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha, now has water, schools, and roads as of 2026. Sowjanya mentioned her father, Patra Mutyam, was killed by Maoists, which marked a significant change for the community. She plans to become a teacher to bring educational change to tribal habitations. 🏞️

🔭 Webb Telescope spots ancient cosmic object

Astronomers have successfully identified a brand new object originating from the early universe. This discovery was made by a team of researchers utilizing data from the James Webb Space Telescope. The object's characteristics were noted during observations conducted on October 15, 2023. This finding adds significant new data to our understanding of cosmic formation in the universe's infancy. Future research will focus on studying this object's composition in more detail.

🌾 UP leads India in e-NAM farmer registrations

Uttar Pradesh has topped India in farmer registrations on the Centre's e-NAM platform. This leadership is seen alongside a fresh mandi budget aiming for broader market coverage and better infrastructure. As of June 30, 2025, UP had 33.05 lakh registered farmers, the highest across all states. The state government approved a Rs 3,025.49 crore budget for 2026-27 to expand e-NAM and improve market facilities. e-NAM is set to remain crucial for UP's agricultural marketing system moving forward.

🚗 Sub-4m SUV sales trended up in July 2026

The sub-4 metre SUV segment saw strong performance in July 2026 with total sales hitting 1,16,552 units. Tata Punch led the segment with 21,313 units sold in India. This growth was 34.67% YoY compared to the 86,544 units sold in July 2025. Maruti Fronx showed massive growth, jumping 48.25% MoM, while Tata Motors dominated OEM sales with 38,784 units. Future trends suggest continued competition between Tata and Maruti in this hot segment. 🚗

🚨 TRAI mandates new 1601 numbers for utility calls

TRAI has directed the use of a new 1601-series number for transactional and service calls by non-BFSI and government sectors. In the initial phase, utilities, courier, and logistics companies must start using these dedicated numbers. This rollout is happening after successful adoption of the 1600-series by BFSI and government entities. The move aims to fight fraud by separating these calls from sensitive financial and government communications. Telecom operators have been given ninety days to onboard all eligible entities for this change. 📱

⚖️ SC issues notice on drug menace PIL

The Supreme Court issued notice to the Union and all States regarding a PIL to tackle the drug menace nationwide. This order was made by CJI Surya Kant's bench in a case filed by Advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay. The petition cited nearly 2 lakh unnatural deaths and a 53% surge in drug cases in 2025. It seeks mandatory timelines for FSL reports and the formation of Special Courts for speedy trials. The court noted the seriousness of the issue, comparing it to Singapore's drug-free status.

📱 Phone Tracking Leads to 12-Year Fugitive Arrest

Delhi Police successfully arrested a wanted man who had been on the run for twelve years. The man was apprehended in Delhi after investigators utilized phone tracking technology. The fugitive had evaded law enforcement since 2012, making his escape a major police case. This operation highlights the effectiveness of modern digital surveillance in law enforcement. Authorities are now investigating the details of his long-term evasion.

🇮🇷 Iran appoints hardliner Mohsen Rezaei to security post

Mohsen Rezaei, known as a hardliner, has been appointed to a significant security role in Iran. This appointment was made within the Iranian political and military circles. The details of his new role and associated dates were not specified in the report. Rezaei has a background associated with conservative political views. His new position signals a shift in Iran's security strategy moving forward. 🇮🇷

🐉 House of the Dragon Season 3 finale explained

The House of the Dragon Season 3 finale wrapped up with brutal warfare and political drama. Queen Rhaenyra and Lord Ormund Hightower deployed harsh tactics in the final episode. This season concluded on August 10, 2026, featuring major character deaths. The finale also included prophetic tapestries and butterfly symbolism. Fans can find deep dives on character fates and plot points on Mashable.