🏎️ Mahindra Racing lands in top 3 of Formula E

Mahindra Racing has achieved a significant milestone by securing the third spot in the 2026 Formula E teams' standings. This achievement was registered by the team operating in the global motorsport circuit. The ranking reflects their performance across the season up to the current date. This places them among the top competitors in the highly competitive Formula E racing world. The team will continue to compete in future rounds to improve their standing further.

☀️ Tamil Nadu boosts rooftop solar incentives ☀️

Tamil Nadu government introduced an extra ₹22,000 incentive for domestic consumers installing solar rooftops. This builds upon the existing PM Surya Ghar scheme, which offers up to ₹78,000 for capacities over 3kW. Combining these, beneficiaries can now receive a total benefit of ₹1 lakh. Experts suggest adding energy storage incentives and improving awareness for better adoption. Future steps include streamlining approvals and increasing consumer exposure through experience hubs.

📉 Shehzad Poonawalla leaves BJP over personal issues

Shehzad Poonawalla has officially resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The move comes from the prominent political figure who has been associated with the party for some time. His decision was attributed to pressing financial and personal issues affecting him. Poonawalla cited these difficulties as the main reason for his departure from the party ranks. He is now expected to explore other political avenues moving forward. 📉

📱 Samsung's new Galaxy Tabs drop on Play Console

Samsung has made its upcoming Galaxy Tab S12+ and Ultra visible on the Google Play Console. These new tablets are being prepped for a launch scheduled in the second half of this year. Specific launch dates and pricing details have not yet been officially revealed to the public. The appearance on the console signals the final stages of their development cycle. Users can expect more official announcements closer to the H2 release window. 📱

📚 Gandhi slams NTA over UGC-NET paper errors 📚

Rahul Gandhi strongly criticized the government and NTA after three UGC-NET papers were cancelled and rescheduled. This issue concerns the June 2026 exams for English, Commerce, and Sociology held in June 2026 across various locations. The NTA found factual and typographical mistakes, leading to retests on September 9th and 10th, with no extra fees. Gandhi argued students shouldn't suffer from the agency's administrative lapses, demanding accountability from NTA leadership. He claimed the system is an 'extraction machine' taking away students' time and confidence.

🏛️ DRT Auction Stays, Supreme Court Says

The Supreme Court ruled that Order XXI Rule 22 CPC notice isn't required for DRT auction sales. A bench of Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe heard the case involving transfer from a civil court to the DRT. The DRT had auctioned property to recover debt, but respondents challenged it due to alleged non-service of the notice. Justice Aradhe's judgment dismissed this argument, stating the CPC loses applicability upon DRT transfer. Consequently, the Court allowed the appeal, upholding the DRT's auction sale. ⚖️

💍 Ronaldo and Georgina kept wedding super low-key

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez secretly tied the knot in a private civil ceremony. This intimate event took place at their summer home in Cascais, Portugal, on August 11, 2026. The couple, who have over 750 million combined Instagram followers, chose this private setting after meeting 10 years prior. Georgina wanted an intimate family moment, feeling luxury is already part of their daily lives. Ronaldo also hinted that 2026 might be his last year in professional football. 💍

🍫 Cocoa boosts mood, but brain gains need more proof

Cocoa polyphenols show interesting effects on brain health, impacting mood and gut microbes. Research reviewed evidence from clinical trials and animal models regarding these effects. Studies showed reduced depressive symptoms in some adults after cocoa supplementation over four weeks. While some trials linked cocoa to improved mood, cognitive benefits remain mixed in human studies. Future research needs to clarify the exact mechanisms linking cocoa to neuroprotection. 🧠

😟 Nurse quits, commission orders agency to pay out

A home nursing agency was found guilty of deficiency in service after a nurse abruptly stopped caring for a bedridden woman. This incident occurred in Kerala, involving Sindhu Paul and Anna Matha Home Nursing Services. The commission ordered the agency to refund Rs 4,000, pay Rs 15,000 compensation, and cover Rs 5,000 in litigation costs. The agency failed to provide a replacement nurse despite repeated requests from the complainant. The agency must pay these amounts within 45 days of receiving the order. 😟

📚 Congress slams govt over UGC-NET retest drama

Congress attacked the government after the NTA announced retests for three UGC-NET June 2026 papers. This incident happened involving Congress leader Jairam Ramesh in relation to the NTA. The retest is scheduled for September 9 and 10 for English, Commerce, and Sociology, following errors found in the original exams. Ramesh questioned why students should suffer due to the NTA's mistakes and demanded accountability from the government. The Congress insists the PM must address the issue and explain the negligence in the national-level exam. 🧐

🩺 Flat slippers and knee pain: What the science says

A viral reel by orthopaedic surgeon Dr Anil B Patil claimed that flat slippers cause knee pain, especially in women. He stated this habit, which he observed in India, slowly destroys knees due to lack of arch support. Available evidence, however, suggests that flat slippers do not cause knee pain in healthy individuals. Experts emphasize that knee pain is a multifactorial condition influenced by factors like BMI and muscle strength. Further long-term clinical trials are needed before definitive footwear recommendations can be made.