⛏️ Massive tungsten find in Nevada blocked by NASA

A potentially huge tungsten resource of about 1.78 million tonnes was found in the Nevada desert by 3 Proton Lithium. This discovery is located near Ely in the Great Basin Desert, Nevada. The company estimates the tungsten's value at around $152 billion based on current prices. However, NASA has restricted mining exploration on a part of the site to protect satellite calibration activities. 3 Proton Lithium is now lobbying Congress to reverse the federal land withdrawal. ⛏️

🌾 Govt looking at farmer relief after drought hits Gadag

The government is considering relief for farmers who couldn't sow or paid insurance premiums, according to Minister Basavaraj Rayaraddy. This was discussed after inspecting Shirahatti and Laxmeshwar taluks in Gadag district on Saturday. Nearly 50% of crops were damaged in Gadag district, and about 33,000 farmers paid crop insurance premiums. Officials were directed to prepare verifiable reports as a decision on drought declaration needs 15 more days. MLA Chandru Lamani urged that eligible farmers get timely compensation. 🌾

🌿 Nepal's Gandaki legalizes medical cannabis 🌿

Gandaki has become the first province in Nepal to legally permit regulated cultivation and medical use of cannabis. This policy change affects the region bordering India’s Bihar state. The legislation allows licensed businesses and local farmers to grow cannabis under state oversight starting August 08, 2026. The move aims to boost rural employment and create high-value industrial markets from the crop. However, this provincial law faces friction with Nepal's existing national narcotics laws.

🏏 Rahane tells Agarkar about Rohit's WC spot

Rahane advised Agarkar to confirm Rohit's place in the World Cup squad. This discussion reportedly took place regarding Rohit Sharma's participation in the upcoming tournament. The specifics of the conversation involved Rahane urging for clarity on his role. This comes as the team finalizes its roster ahead of the major ICC event. The next steps involve official confirmation from the selectors.

🏏 The Hundred Women's 2026: Match Predictions 🏏

Match 27 pits Sunrisers Leeds Women against Welsh Fire Women at Headingley, Leeds on August 9th. Sunrisers Leeds Women, currently 4th, boast Phoebe Litchfield as their top scorer with 207 runs. Welsh Fire Women, ranked 5th, have Georgia Voll leading the scoring charts with 217 runs. Match 28 features London Spirit Women versus Birmingham Phoenix Women at Lord's, London. Sunrisers Leeds Women are predicted to win Match 27, while the toss is expected to go to them.

🚒 Banjara Hills fire leads to six-hour rescue

A fire started in the cellar of a commercial building on Road No. 10 in Banjara Hills on Saturday morning. The incident involved a rescue operation where 11 people were successfully evacuated from the premises. The fire call came in at 6:36 a.m., mobilizing six fire tenders and around 30 firefighters. The building contained a cellar, ground floor, and six upper floors, with smoke being a major issue. Officials are currently investigating the cause of this fire. 🚒

🔬 Metabolic Roots of PCOS Under Investigation

Researchers are delving into the metabolic origins of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). This study focuses on how metabolic pathways might contribute to the condition in women. The research was published in the journal Cureus. PCOS is a common hormonal disorder affecting many women globally. Future studies aim to pinpoint specific metabolic targets for potential treatments.🔬

🏏 TNPL 2026: Dragons vs Gillies & Tamizhans vs Kings

The Tamil Nadu Premier League 2026 features two T20 matches on August 9th at NPR College, Dindigul. Match 9 pits Dindigul Dragons against Chepauk Super Gillies, while Match 10 sees IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans face Nellai Royal Kings. Dindigul Dragons are 5th in the table, with R Vimal Khumar scoring 96 runs. Predictions suggest Chepauk Super Gillies will win Match 9, and the overall contest is shaping up to be competitive. 🏏

🕊️ Lionel Messi's father passes away at 68

Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, passed away on Friday night at the age of 68. The passing occurred at a medical clinic in Rosario, an Argentinian city. His family confirmed this news to Reuters, noting his long illness. Jorge was a crucial pillar of support, closely accompanying his son throughout his career. The family continues to honor his memory after his passing. 💔

🏙️ AP plans to make Amaravati, Vizag, Tirupati mega cities

The Andhra Pradesh government is actively transforming Amaravati, Visakhapatnam, and Tirupati into mega-cities through governance reforms. Minister Ponguru Narayana made this announcement during the CREDAI Tirupati Property Expo 2026 in Tirupati on Saturday. The plan involves attracting investments and developing infrastructure in these rapidly growing urban centers. Key reforms include streamlining building approvals and introducing a self-declaration system for shorter buildings. The government is focusing on development across multiple cities, not just Amaravati. 🏗️

🇮🇳 Jaipur watches, Kargil hero, lake restoration in Drop Shot

The Hindu Features presented four diverse stories in the latest Drop Shot episode. These included Jaipur's heritage luxury watches and R. Madhavan discussing forgotten Indian heroes. The segment also highlighted Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja from the Kargil War and a bamboo-led lake restoration effort in Coimbatore. The feature was updated on August 11, 2026. This edition showcases varied facets of Indian culture and achievement.