🩺 Low Vit D linked to mood issues in elderly with diabetes 🩺

A recent study investigated the link between vitamin D, mood, and cognition in older adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Researchers examined 188 Caucasian individuals from a clinic in Lodz, Poland, during the winter season. The lowest serum vitamin D concentrations were found in the group experiencing both depressive symptoms and Mild Cognitive Impairment. Lower 25(OH)D levels were independently associated with having both conditions after adjusting for other factors. This suggests vitamin D warrants further study regarding mood and cognitive health in this vulnerable group.

⛽ Trump blasts oil giants over high fuel prices

Donald Trump criticized Exxon Mobil and Chevron for making excessive profits amid supply shortages. The US President targeted the oil producers in the Oval Office, demanding they cut consumer fuel prices instead of reporting record earnings. Both companies posted strong quarterly results, boosted by higher crude prices following Middle East disruptions. This criticism comes as the Trump administration faces pressure regarding high petrol costs before November elections. Trump also strongly pushed for lower prices, which industry sources say reflect global market pressures. ⛽

📈 Stock picks for August 4th: Taparia shares his calls

Chandan Taparia of Motilal Oswal recommended three stocks to buy on August 4, 2026. This advice was given amidst mixed global cues as the Indian stock market prepared to open flat. The market previously saw Sensex rally 0.70% and Nifty 50 climb 1.60% in the last session. Taparia suggested buying Shriram Finance, Info Edge (India), and One 97 Communications (Paytm). Investors should watch Nifty 50 holding above 24,600 for further upward movement. 📈

🏛️ Trump meets Pirro amid pool case drama 🏛️

US President Donald Trump met with Jeanine Pirro, the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, following her decision to drop charges against an Olympian. This meeting happened amidst concerns regarding Pirro's future in her role. On August 1, 2026, Trump strongly criticized Pirro for dropping charges against David Hearn, a three-time Olympian. Pirro's court documents revealed the damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was due to 'flawed installation,' not vandalism. Prosecutors also dropped charges against three other defendants amid this internal dispute.

🏏 Rohit Sharma honours T Dilip's exit from team India

Rohit Sharma paid an emotional tribute to T Dilip after the fielding coach officially parted ways with the national side. This Hyderabad-based coach served Team India for five years, contributing to their success across multiple coaching regimes. Dilip reflected on his tenure, which included two T20 World Cup titles and the Champions Trophy triumph. Rohit called him a 'legend' and a 'behind-the-scenes workhorse' for shaping the dressing-room culture. Subhadeep Ghosh is reportedly set to take over as India's new fielding coach. 🏏

🥇 Judo champ hopes for big rise in Indian judo 🥇

Indian judoka Asmita Dey won the gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. She secured the women's -48kg gold after defeating Canada's Heidi Quach in a thrilling Golden Score final. The Indian judo team achieved a historic haul of four medals, including wins by Harsh Singh and Yamini Mourya. Dey hopes this success will boost judo's profile nationwide and inspire more youngsters to join the sport. She was welcomed in Delhi on Monday night after her major achievement.

💔 15-year-old allegedly brutalized and killed in Assam

A 15-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped and murdered inside her home in Hailakandi district, Assam. The incident reportedly occurred on August 1, 2026, after she returned alone from a relative's house. Reports state the accused inserted an iron rod into her private parts before fatally smashing her head and face. Local residents protested by blocking National Highway 6, demanding strict action against the culprits. Police have detained five people and are currently investigating the matter thoroughly. 💔

📱 WhatsApp temporarily blocks accounts for review

Multiple WhatsApp users across India reported having their accounts placed 'under review' for 24 hours, resulting in temporary access blocks. This disruption started around 8pm IST on Monday, with users seeing messages about checking compliance with terms of service. A spokesperson acknowledged that errors can happen while enforcing safety measures to keep users safe. Affected users complained on social media about these sudden disconnections despite using the official app. These reviews occur amid government scrutiny over WhatsApp's proposed username feature in India.

📈 Ather shares jump 16% on analyst backing

Ather Energy shares rallied up to 16% on Tuesday, August 4, after showing strong Q1FY27 earnings improvement. The electric two-wheeler maker is based in India, and reported revenue surged 89% YoY to ₹1,217 crore. Analysts from Nomura, CLSA, and HSBC maintained 'Buy' ratings with high price targets. Future growth is expected from the EL platform launch and new manufacturing facility commissioning. This suggests strong market confidence in Ather's trajectory going forward. 🚀

🚨 Gaming platform scammer arrested in Nagpur

Anurag Arvind Srivastava was arrested in Nagpur in connection with multiple cyber fraud cases across India. The UP STF caught the mastermind for duping investors with fake stock market training and IPO promises. The fraud involved diverting funds into a fantasy gaming platform called My Ground 11 Gaming Zone. Authorities recovered cheque books worth around Rs 5.67 crore during the operation. Srivastava has a history with 10 cyber fraud cases registered in Lucknow.

🔬 Medaka fish genome cracks repetitive DNA secrets

Researchers completed the genome sequence of three medaka fish, a common model organism for biological studies. This work was conducted by scientists from The University of Tokyo and the National Institute of Genetics in Japan. They utilized advanced sequencing tech to cover repetitive regions, which previously left about 1,000 gaps in the 800 Mb genome. These gaps contained key insights into chromosome stability and sex determination mechanisms. Next, the team plans to experimentally test the functions of these newly identified genomic elements. 🧬