⚖️ Meghalaya Bar Associations expel Advocate General Amit Kumar

The High Court of Meghalaya Bar Association and Shillong Bar Association have removed Advocate General Amit Kumar from their rolls. This action followed a joint meeting on August 5, where over 400 advocates attended the session. Kumar was removed for making generalized statements claiming bar associations failed to protect women lawyers. These statements were made during a suo motu case hearing concerning an advocate's physical assault in Shillong. The bar bodies are now waiting for the State government's response to their demand for his removal. ⚖️

📱 iQOO Z11 gets tested: AI, big battery, curved screen

The upcoming iQOO Z11 impressed with its curved AMOLED display, massive battery, and focus on AI features. This phone is positioned by iQOO in the under-Rs 40,000 segment for its India launch on August 20. The device features AI Creation tools like Summary, Polish, and Extend, which aid academic tasks. These AI tools are accessible within Notes and DocMaster and via the system clipboard. The phone is specifically designed with students in mind for daily study needs. 📚

🗣️ Rahul Gandhi slams Modi on Iran war sidelines

Rahul Gandhi accused PM Narendra Modi of staying on the sidelines during the Iran conflict mediation. He stated that India missed a big opportunity to use its ties with Iran and the US in this regional issue. The Iran-US war started in February after strikes, leading to a temporary April ceasefire mediated by Pakistan. Gandhi argued India should have been more relevant using its existing friendships to de-escalate the tensions. He also criticized the government on the China border issue and targeted the RSS organization. 🇮🇳

📉 US Producer Prices Flat in July 📉

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Producer Price Index for final demand was unchanged in July. This data comes from the BLS, showing a flat wholesale cost for goods and services for the month. On an unadjusted basis, the index increased 4.7% for the 12 months ending in July. This flat reading was below the 0.2% Dow Jones consensus estimate, providing a small positive sign for inflation. Traders are now looking at future readings as the market processes this inflation print.

🩺 Pixel Watch 5 adds insulin resistance tracking

Google unveiled Insulin Resistance Trends as one of four new Health Guardian features at Made by Google 2026. This feature is coming to eligible Pixel Watches and Fitbit Air devices. It analyzes physiological data over multiple weeks to estimate insulin resistance trends without needing blood tests. This wearable data could provide earlier warnings for conditions before blood sugar significantly rises. Users should discuss any persistent worrying trends with a clinician, as the watch does not measure glucose directly.

📉 Wholesale Prices Flat in July, Cooling Inflation Signs

Wholesale costs for goods and services remained flat in July, which signals a potential easing of inflation pressures. This report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed the producer price index was unchanged, missing the 0.2% consensus estimate. Excluding food and energy, the core PPI rose 0.2% against a 0.3% forecast for the month. Annual headline PPI increased 4.7% for all items and 4.2% for core figures. Traders are now adjusting expectations for a Fed rate hike, possibly in October or December. 📉

🇮🇳 Rahul Gandhi mocks Modi's foreign policy moves

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy during the Rachnatmak Congress national convention. He suggested the PM's diplomacy overly focuses on hugging foreign leaders, which was highlighted by Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit. Rahul questioned India-US relations, noting Pakistan mediated during the Iran war. He also critiqued the handling of the Arunachal-China situation, alleging China blocked patrolling in India's territory. The Congress leader insists foreign policy must prioritize national interests over personal diplomacy. 🇮🇳

⚖️ TISS student fights FIR over campus event

A former TISS student has approached the Bombay High Court seeking anticipatory bail regarding an FIR from last year's GN Saibaba commemoration. The student is from TISS and the gathering took place on October 12, 2025, involving 10 to 12 students. The plea contests the BNS charges, arguing the discussion was lawful and peaceful, despite a prior rejection by a Mumbai sessions court. The High Court is set to hear this plea on Friday, challenging the previous court's decision.

🚀 Samsung Z8 preorders seeing big global jump

Preorders for the Samsung Galaxy Z8 have surged by over 30% across the globe. This massive increase is being seen worldwide, indicating strong market interest in the new foldable device. As of the latest reports, the jump occurred during the initial pre-order phase this week. The high demand reflects anticipation for the Z8's advanced features and design improvements. Samsung is expected to ramp up production to meet this growing global demand soon. 🚀

🇮🇱 Israel links Lebanon exit to Hezbollah disarmament

Israel has made a crucial link between its planned withdrawal and the disarmament of Hezbollah. This decision was made following criticism received from the United States regarding the ongoing situation. The withdrawal is tied to achieving the disarmament goal, which is a key diplomatic objective. This move reflects ongoing regional tensions and international pressure on the conflict zone. Future steps will depend on whether Hezbollah agrees to the disarmament terms.

🛰️ Moon rovers need to think for themselves, NASA tests it

NASA is deploying the CADRE mission, which will send three small rovers to the Moon to explore independently. These rovers will land on the Moon's Earth-facing side as part of the IM-3 launch, scheduled for late 2026. They are testing self-guided coordination for about two weeks, pioneering autonomous operations beyond Earth. This is vital for future missions to the lunar South Pole, which holds water ice for a potential lunar economy. The success of this test determines if robots can operate unsupervised for extended periods. 🛰️