🤖 Microsoft's Perception AI security preview drops Aug 3

Microsoft has launched Project Perception, an agentic security system entering public preview on August 3. This system coordinates red, blue, and green agent teams across Defender, Entra ID, Sentinel, and Azure Resource Manager. MDASH with MAI-Cyber-1-Flash achieved 96% on CyberGym, which is 12 points above Mythos. The key benefit is that this setup costs roughly half of the current MDASH configuration. Industry watchers will now look to see if this specialized model pattern is adopted by competitors. 🤖

🏛️ SC asks Centre, Delhi Govt on protest venue switch

A Public Interest Litigation argues that Jantar Mantar no longer meets safety standards for protests in Delhi. The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre, Delhi government, and Delhi Police regarding alternative protest sites in the NCR. This plea was filed citing inadequate infrastructure like washrooms and medical aid at the current venue. The PIL was filed following recent protests, including one in July 20, that led to clashes. The SC will hear the matter after the authorities submit their official replies. 🏛️

🔬 Magnetic fields change tadpole skin color, quantum theory holds

Researchers at the University of Calgary found that weak magnetic fields change the pigmentation of Xenopus laevis tadpoles. The study involved tadpoles in Calgary, with observations made using fields from 0.25 to 1 millitesla. This links environmental factors to biological changes, supporting the radical pair quantum biology model. The findings establish amphibian pigmentation as a system to test quantum processes in vertebrates. Future research will continue to explore how quantum mechanics influences animal physiology. 🔬

📚 Tamil Nadu Class 10 Supplementary Results are Live 📚

The Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu, has officially released the SSLC (Class 10) Supplementary Examination Result 2026. Students who took the compartment exam can check their scores on the official website, tnresults.nic.in. The supplementary exam was held for students who didn't pass one or more subjects in the main SSLC board exam. Successful candidates can now proceed with their Class 11 admissions for the current academic session. Students are advised to finish their Class 11 formalities soon and keep all documents ready.

🇸🇪 Indian woman shows real cost of living in Sweden

An Indian woman shared a detailed monthly budget breakdown for living alone in Sweden via social media. She detailed expenses for a single person residing in the country. Monthly costs can range up to ₹2.5 lakh, based on rent, groceries, and utilities. This reality check is sparking conversations among Indians dreaming of relocating abroad to Sweden. She notes this cost reflects the high quality of life and public services offered there. 🇸🇪

🪐 Curiosity rover spots honeycomb textures on Mars 🪐

NASA's Curiosity rover recently captured stunning images revealing honeycomb-like textures, known as polygonal fractures, while exploring Mars. These features were found across the dry desert planet, with individual fractures measuring between 1.5 to 3 inches wide. The images were shared on August 3, 2026, as scientists study these formations for clues on their origin. Experts suggest these patterns might be remnants of past mud cracks from temperature or pressure changes. This research aids understanding of Mars' ancient wet history and potential for past life. 🧐

😠 CWG champs complain about IOA staff's behaviour

India's T47 100m gold and silver medallists, Dilip Mahadu Gavit and Mohammed Basil Morssinganakathi, filed complaints against an IOA media committee member. The incident occurred in Glasgow during the Commonwealth Games involving IOA official Sarvesh Kedia. The complaints stem from alleged rude and disrespectful behaviour towards the para athletes on July 30th. This happened after Gavit won a Games record gold and Basil secured silver in the men’s T47 100m final. Authorities are now expected to take appropriate action following these formal complaints. 😠

💪 Salman Khan clarifies weight loss on Alliance

Salman Khan addressed public speculation about his sudden drastic lean appearance on the reality show Alliance. He appeared on the show to encourage his brother, Sohail Khan, at which time he proudly revealed his personal weight loss. Salman confessed that he has lost a significant 16 kg, debunking all health rumors circulating online. This clarification comes after weeks of concern regarding his physical condition, sparked by various public appearances. Many now believe this transformation is linked to his upcoming action film, tentatively titled SVC63.

👶 Gujarat-Mumbai baby trafficking ring busted

Police busted an interstate baby trafficking racket after intercepting a couple carrying an eight-day-old infant. The syndicate operated across Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan, involving brokers, transporters, and buyers. Investigators claim at least four babies were trafficked over 45 days, with one baby slated for a Rs 3 lakh sale in Mumbai. The operation began on July 28th after a tip-off led to the detention of Manoj Rawal and his wife Veena. Multiple teams are now investigating to trace the remaining members of this syndicate. 👶

😠 Zuckerberg needs apology or Meta loses safe harbour

The head of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and IT, Nishikant Dubey, demanded Mark Zuckerberg apologize for removing PM Modi's Facebook reel. This warning came during a meeting with Meta, Google, and others, following the reel's brief takedown. The removal happened between 12:30 am and 5 am, impacting a reel from July 23 addressing NEET-UG protests. Dubey stated that without an apology, the committee would revoke Meta's safe harbour protection under Section 79 of the IT Act. The committee's review also covers cyber fraud, misinformation, and AI-generated content moving forward.

🏏 Shafique and Babar dominate, Pakistan takes lead

Pakistan built a significant lead in the second Test after a massive batting display on Day 2. Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam put on an unbroken 168-run third-wicket stand at Port of Spain. This partnership saw Shafique score 107 not out and Babar reach 86 not out by Stumps. The duo dominated the innings as the pitch flattened, frustrating the West Indies bowlers. Pakistan currently leads by 78 runs, putting pressure on the hosts. 🏏