🔫 Mafia: The Old Country gets 'Man of Honor' expansion

Gameplay footage was revealed for 'Man of Honor,' the expansion to Mafia: The Old Country, arriving on August 14. The update features two new story chapters set in the early days of Enzo Favara's service to the Torrisi crime family in the game world. These chapters introduce a younger Ennio Salieri before his move to America, covering unseen moments of Enzo's life. Beyond the story, Free Ride mode gets substantial content with Salieri running a smuggling operation. Completing the new content unlocks new outfits, vehicles, and weapons for players.

✊ Jharkhand student leader takes on govt

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto has become the face of Jharkhand's student movement by launching an indefinite hunger strike. This action took place in Ranchi's Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium, where he started the fast on the night of August 2. The protest stems from alleged irregularities in the 14th JPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination declared on July 5. Protesters are demanding a CBI and ED probe into recruitment tests and cancellation of the preliminary exam. Mahto urges supporters to maintain a peaceful and constitutional fight for job aspirants' futures. ✊

📈 Morgan Stanley's picks for India's next growth phase

Morgan Stanley has shifted to a constructive view on Indian equities, believing the market's dip is temporary. The brokerage has set a Sensex target of 89,000 for June 2027, implying a 14% upside from current levels. They specifically flagged Lenskart, Varun Beverages, and Adani Power in their focus list. The analysts are overweight on Financials, Consumer Discretionary, and Industrials sectors. They caution that external risks like geopolitical tensions remain a key concern. 📈

🏛️ High Court says no problem singing Vande Mataram in Madrasas

The Calcutta High Court orally observed that 'heavens will not fall' if all six stanzas of Vande Mataram are sung in madrasas. The bench, comprising Acting Chief Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty and Justice Partha Sarathi Sen, made this remark while hearing a PIL. This observation was made on Tuesday, concerning a notification mandating the national song's rendition in such institutions. The court compared this to Christian schools, questioning why community members should object to religious practices. The matter was adjourned pending a report from the state.

✈️ YouTuber Sourav Joshi flies kids to Delhi ✈️

YouTuber Sourav Joshi and his wife Avantika took underprivileged school children on a day trip to Delhi. They traveled from Haldwani, boarding an entire IndiGo commercial flight for the group. This trip took place on a day excursion, with the students exploring Noida International Airport. Joshi, inspired by his own past struggles, wanted to give them happy memories outside of school. The couple later dropped the children off at their respective homes the next day.

🚨 Meta warned over PM Modi video removal

A Parliamentary Committee has given Meta a three-day ultimatum to apologize for the brief removal of PM Narendra Modi's video. This panel, led by Nishikant Dubey, stated that deleting the video of the representative of 1.4 billion Indians is an attack on democracy. The committee warned that the Safe Harbour Clause will be removed if Meta fails to act against those responsible. This removal would allow FIRs to be filed directly against social media platform officials with central government approval. Furthermore, Meta faces scrutiny over CSAM in Instagram ads and must comply with existing rules. 😟

🔋 Oppo F35 Pro: Big battery rebrand incoming

Rumors suggest Oppo is preparing the F35 family for an Indian launch in the coming weeks. Specifically, the F35 Pro is rumored to be a rebranded version of the A7 Pro Max that recently launched in China. This phone is expected to feature a massive 10,000 mAh battery, the largest yet in an Oppo device. Key specs include a 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen and a 50MP main camera, powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 SoC. The F35 Pro might be priced in India between INR 40,000 and INR 45,000.

💥 North Korean Missile Unit Spotted in Russia

Kyiv has claimed that a North Korean missile unit has been deployed inside Russian territory to support the ongoing war in Ukraine. The accusation specifically targets elements operating within Russia's borders. This deployment reportedly occurred around late 2023. Analysts suggest this move escalates the geopolitical tensions significantly across the region. Further international scrutiny is expected as these claims continue to circulate. 💥

🔥 Trisha Remark Sparks Big Political Opportunity for Udhayanidhi Stalin

Trisha's recent comments have ignited a significant political debate in Tamil Nadu. This situation directly involves Udhayanidhi Stalin, who is a key political figure in the region. The controversy gained traction around recent political events and statements made by Trisha. This moment presents a major platform for Udhayanidhi Stalin to consolidate his political standing. His next moves will likely determine how this opportunity is utilized in the upcoming political landscape.

📣 Mumbai Gen Z banners back government and students

Banners across Mumbai and MMR are showing support for both students and the government under the slogan “Rashtra Pratham”. These posters, attributed to Gen Z, appeared days before RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's visit. The event, scheduled for August 6, will see Bhagwat address over 2,000 students at NMACC. This interaction follows nationwide student protests that led to a minister's resignation. The campaign's organizers and funding sources remain unconfirmed amid online debate.

🏝️ Brazil's surreal desert park with freshwater lagoons

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park features a desert-like dune field that surprisingly hosts freshwater lagoons annually. This surreal landscape is located in northeastern Brazil, receiving about 125 cm of rain yearly. The park spans roughly 900 square kilometers, and UNESCO declared it a World Heritage site in 2024. The unique ecosystem supports over 850 species, including four endangered ones. Sand movement and bedrock layers create the cycle of lagoons filling and drying out. 🏝️