🎾 Montreal Tennis Day 6: Matchup Predictions

Eight third-round matches are set for Day 6 of the National Bank Open, including Casper Ruud vs Joao Fonseca. The tournament is taking place in Montreal, featuring matchups like Mensik vs Atmane and Popyrin vs Tirante. Key dates include the current week's action, with Ruud improving his hard court record to 8-7 this season. Fonseca is favored in the Ruud match due to his pressure handling and initiative. These results will determine who advances to the fourth round. 🎾

😠 Mufti Mother and Daughter Booked Over Article 370 Protest

Mehbooba Mufti and Iltija Mufti have been booked for allegedly assaulting a police officer during a PDP protest. This incident occurred in Srinagar when Mehbooba Mufti led a sit-in outside the party office. The case was registered on Thursday under Sections 132, 121 and 191(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The protest was demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's special status on the eve of the seventh anniversary of Article 370's reading down. Iltija Mufti has been summoned to Police Station Kothibagh to join the ongoing investigation. 😠

✨ Student's witty card goes viral for teacher

A 10-year-old student named Isla Howell sent a heartfelt thank-you card to her teacher, Ryan Saunderson, in Merseyside. The note, shared by her mother, quickly gained traction online after Isla joked about his bald head. This sweet and humorous message received over 420,000 views across social media platforms. The card highlights a strong teacher-student bond built on trust and mutual respect. The genuine appreciation and clever humor made it a feel-good viral moment. 🌟

🏛️ Cusat Syndicate gets a major overhaul

The United Democratic Front government has reconstituted the Syndicate of Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat). Mohammed Shiyas from Kochi and Najeeb Kanthapuram from Perinthalmanna were nominated under the MLA category. The reconstitution also included several experts, including Anson P. Antony and Kabeer K.K., as of August 06, 2026. Praveen C.S. was added as the IT expert, and Kurien Biju joined as the student representative. These appointments reflect the government's restructuring of the university's governing body.

⚠️ Half of Bengaluru voters flagged for removal

Nearly every second voter in Bengaluru has been flagged for deletion in the electoral rolls. This issue was highlighted by the Karnataka State Election Commission concerning the city's voter database. As of the latest check, a significant portion of voters were marked for potential removal from the rolls. This points to potential errors or outdated entries within the voter registration system. Authorities are now expected to address these discrepancies to ensure accurate voter lists before upcoming elections.

🎉 Acquitted BJP leader gets massive welcome in UP

BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh received a huge welcome in Gonda on Thursday following his acquittal in a sexual harassment case. He was welcomed in Uttar Pradesh’s Gonda after a Delhi court cleared him of the charges filed by six women wrestlers. The case involved allegations surfacing in April-May 2023, with the court holding 127 hearings over three and a half years. Singh stated the allegations were politically motivated and he remains eligible for parliamentary elections if the BJP supports him. Meanwhile, the women wrestlers have decided to appeal the acquittal decision in a higher court. ⚖️

📢 K Kavitha threatens Delhi march over BC quota

K Kavitha warned that her party will march to Delhi if a 50 per cent BC quota bill is not passed. She made this statement while addressing the 'Samajika Nyaya Telangana Sankalpa Sabha' in Hyderabad. The demand is for 50 per cent reservation in legislative bodies, as BCs form 50 per cent of the population. Kavitha criticized the Congress's 42 per cent reservation as insufficient for social justice. The party plans to prepare for a 'Chalo Delhi' program after village-level outreach. ✊

🤖 OpenAI rolls out free unlimited ChatGPT chats & GPT-5.6 update

OpenAI has made unlimited text chats available for free users of ChatGPT. This major update affects all users accessing the platform on Android. The changes went live on October 26, 2023, bringing enhanced capabilities. This move significantly lowers the barrier for public access to advanced AI features. Users should check the latest app version to experience the new GPT-5.6 features.

💸 Barca wants €50M if Torres leaves for PSG

Uncertainty surrounds Ferran Torres' future at FC Barcelona amid transfer talk with PSG. The club is waiting for a formal offer from the French champions regarding the Spanish forward. Barcelona has set a firm asking price of no less than €50 million for his departure. This valuation aims to recover nearly the entire fee paid to Manchester City over five seasons. Talks are expected this week or next to determine if Torres wants to move or if a renewal will be offered in September.

⚽ India might ditch ASEAN Cup for Brazil friendly

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) may withdraw from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup if a reserve side isn't permitted. India is placed in Group A of Division 1, facing Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia in the group stage. The main team will play Brazil at Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata, on October 3rd. The AIFF feels the Brazil match is a unique exposure opportunity for players against a top nation. They will write to organizers to see if a B team can be allowed to participate. ⚽

🔬 Living microbes found in Antarctica's blood-red mud

Scientists discovered molecular evidence of active marine-derived microbes in the red mud around Antarctica's Taylor Glacier. This finding was made by teams at Yale and Scripps Institution of Oceanography. The study analyzed 167 samples from various locations, published on August 3, 2026. This suggests marine life adapted and survived long after seawater was cut off by the advancing glacier. Researchers are now studying these survival strategies to understand life in extreme environments. 🔬