🗺️ Manipur ready for NRC under law

The Manipur government has formally told the Centre that it is prepared to conduct the National Register of Citizens (NRC) exercise. State Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam made this statement at a consultative meeting regarding Manipur's demographic profile. The state had previously informed the Union government of this stance. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh also highlighted how repeated bandhs and blockades hurt the local economy and daily wage earners. The government hopes the two-day seminar will yield constructive recommendations within the constitutional framework. 🧐

🍺 162-Year-Old Guinness Bottle Found Off UK Coast

A bottle of Guinness dating back to 1864 was recovered from a shipwreck off the coast of Dover. Belgian underwater photographer Stefan Panis made the discovery last year while exploring a wreck beneath the sea. The bottle is part of what Panis thinks was a case of 24 bottles. Scientists are now examining the contents at KU Leuven University to potentially recreate the 19th-century stout. Diageo is also working with the divers to gather more information about this historical find. 🍺

🚀 Indian iQOO Z11 confirms Dimensity 7500 Turbo chip

The iQOO Z11 launched in India on August 20 will feature the Dimensity 7500 Turbo SoC. This processor makes it the first smartphone in India to use this specific MediaTek chip. While Chinese and Malaysian versions run on Dimensity 8500 and Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, respectively, the Indian model will have a curved display. The phone will be 7.99mm thick and weigh 199g, available in Aurora Green and Celestial Blue. More details about the Indian Z11 are expected before its launch. 📱

🚨 Amritsar Police Chief removed over Jantar Mantar claims

Amritsar Police Chief Gurpreet Singh Bhullar has been removed from his post following claims linking an alleged Pakistan-backed terror module to the Jantar Mantar protests. The Punjab Government replaced him with Harmanbir Singh on August 7, 2026. This action comes after Bhullar alleged arrested individuals planned attacks, revealing on August 4. The BJP has questioned the timing of the transfer, suggesting Bhullar's revelations might have caused political discomfort. Bhullar will report to the DGP office until further orders.

🚓 Police book Hindutva group over Kunal Kamra posts

Bengaluru Police filed a suo motu case against Mohan Gowda for spreading fake info about Kunal Kamra's show cancellations. The FIR was registered by Whitefield Police based on a complaint from Police Constable Shridhar. The case involves sections 217 and 353(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and is currently under investigation. This follows a memorandum from the Hindu Rashtra Samanvaya Samithi requesting the cancellation of Kamra's shows. The show, initially at URU in Whitefield between August 3 and 6, was later moved to Underground Comedy Club in Koramangala. 🚓

🚨 NEET paper leak: CBI chargesheet details inside info leak

The CBI filed a charge sheet against 13 accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. The agency cited digital forensic evidence from an app used in Pune where NTA expert PV Kulkarni lived. This investigation revealed paper setting occurred at NTA's Okhla building, with procedural lapses found. Experts allegedly leaked questions for huge cash, involving intermediaries and coaching classes in April. Further action is expected as the CBI continues to probe the extent of the leak. 🕵️

🔋 Michael Dell's son aims for US backyard battery revolution

Zach Dell of Base Power intends to install a home battery system in every US neighborhood over time. The company operates in the US, starting in Texas and expanding to Illinois, following a Costco-like model. They recently secured a $1 billion Series D funding round, valuing the firm at $13 billion as of the announcement. This approach replaces high upfront costs with low installation fees and monthly memberships, unlike traditional sales. Base plans further expansion into the UK, Germany, and Australia while increasing daily installations to over 100. 🔋

🔪 Delhi man copied 'The Staircase' plot to kill wife

A 62-year-old software consultant was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife in East Delhi. The accused, Kamal Singh, killed Komal Singh on July 30 following months of property disputes. He tried to destroy evidence by mimicking a strategy from HBO's The Staircase series. Kamal fled, withdrawing Rs 12.75 lakh in cash before being caught near Mathura after a three-day search. This incident highlights domestic conflict escalating to extreme violence. 🔪

🚧 SP leader inspects Agra road cave-in 🚧

A road in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, caved in following heavy rain, prompting a dramatic response from Samajwadi Party leader Nitin Kohli. Kohli descended into the massive crater in Karmyogi Colony to criticize the government's development efforts. The incident occurred as the state faces scrutiny over infrastructure issues, especially after the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway showed damage weeks after opening. Kohli mocked the state's progress, calling Agra 'Gaddha Nagari' during his inspection on Friday. Authorities have since cordoned off the area and started repair assessments.

🧐 Omar Abdullah calls Iltija Mufti FIR a 'fixed match'

Omar Abdullah dismissed the FIR against PDP leader Iltija Mufti, calling it a "fixed match" amid the Article 370 row. The remarks were made by Abdullah in response to PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti's claims about police targeting over Article 370 restoration. The controversy was linked to Mehbooba Mufti's recent "woh banta hai" remark at a Delhi protest on pellet guns. Abdullah stated this was an attempt to shift attention from that statement and restore PDP credibility. The PDP denies the assault charge, insisting it is a political crackdown against their stance on J&K's special status. 🧐

🏛️ Jharkhand Govt objects to student delegation members

The Jharkhand government has objected to the names of a journalist, lawyer, and expert in the student delegation. This development occurred as the protest against alleged recruitment exam irregularities reached its 14th day on Friday. The government panel, which includes ministers Dipika Pandey Singh and Sudivya Kumar, is set to talk to the students. Protesters are demanding the cancellation of the 14th Jharkhand PSC Civil Services Examination and an independent probe. The movement, started on July 25, seeks comprehensive reforms in JPSC and JSSC. ✊