🦠 Mumbai & Navi Mumbai food joints face FDA action

The FDA suspended licenses of five food establishments, including Punjab Grill and South India Dosa Corner, due to serious safety violations. This action targeted businesses in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai after inspections revealed cockroach infestations and poor hygiene. During a crackdown from August 4 to 6, the FDA registered 19 FIRs and seized banned products worth Rs 20.29 lakh. The drive also involved 31 raids across Maharashtra, inspecting 63 food places. The FDA is maintaining a zero-tolerance policy against unsafe food practices. 🤢

⚡ Ola's revenue dips again; settles with Sebi

Ola Electric's revenue fell for the seventh straight quarter, hitting ₹455 crore in April-June. This decline occurred while the company faces an investigation from Sebi regarding its disclosures in New Delhi. For the period ending June, sales registrations dropped 27% year-on-year to nearly 44,000. The company is pursuing a settlement with Sebi without admitting liability to resolve the probe expeditiously. Aggarwal is focusing on dealerships and monetizing its 6GWh cell capacity soon. ⚡

🚨 49 arrested in Hyderabad cyber crackdown

Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police arrested 49 individuals from 15 different states in July regarding 25 cybercrime cases. The police successfully refunded ₹98.89 lakh to affected victims during these operations. The accused were involved in various scams, including trading fraud and social media frauds. Total losses across 38 analyzed cases reached ₹13.87 crore, with trading fraud being the biggest loss category. Citizens are advised to report fraud immediately via helpline 1930 or the cybercrime portal. 🚨

🌾 TN Agriculture Budget targets food security with new schemes

The Tamil Nadu Agriculture Budget introduced several schemes to tackle farm sector issues like climate change and soil decline. Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth presented this at the Legislative Assembly, setting a five-year goal of 131 lakh tonnes of food grains. Currently, the target is set at 125 lakh tonnes for this year, and PMFBY will cover all 37 districts in 2026-27. The government also announced ₹22.80 crore for onion storage and a ₹10 crore scheme for home gardening. Contingency plans are ready for 12 districts facing the Super El Niño phenomenon. 🌾

🌧️ Gurugram flooding chaos prompts quick govt shuffle

Heavy waterlogging in Gurugram, shown across social media, has led to a quick administrative U-turn. Municipal Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya was transferred out but quickly reinstated to tackle the crisis in Gurugram. This action comes as the IMD predicts very heavy rain over the next 24 hours, showing the problem isn't solved. His previous experience with the city's weak points was deemed too valuable to lose midway. This transfer is part of 17 other key officer shifts by the Haryana government.

🚗 Family of 5 killed in Uttarakhand gorge crash

A Bolero vehicle carrying a family plunged into a deep gorge on the Pauri-Devprayag road in Uttarakhand. The accident occurred near Sabdarkhal on Friday, August 7, 2026, while traveling from Devprayag towards Pauri. Five family members died, one survivor, Armaan (16), was rescued, and one passenger remains missing from the group of seven. Authorities are currently investigating the exact cause of the vehicle losing control. Legal formalities are ongoing before the bodies are handed over to the grieving family. 😥

🌧️ Delhi-NCR gets drenched in rain chaos 🌧️

Heavy rainfall struck parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region on Friday, causing major waterlogging and traffic jams. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for moderate and heavy rain across various spots. Safdarjung recorded 59.2 mm of rain by 8:30 am, while Lodhi Road received 60.4 mm. This downpour has led to severe congestion on roads like Barapullah Flyover and disruptions near Badarpur Border Metro Station. Authorities are advising everyone to plan travel carefully and drive cautiously during this monsoon period.

🚨 Kerala HC gives govt. two weeks for landslide update

The Kerala High Court granted the State government an extension of two weeks to detail long-term landslide prevention measures. This ruling came while a Division Bench reviewed a suo motu petition related to the 2024 Chooralmala landslide. The Kalladi debris slip occurred on July 7, 2026, near the Meppadi tunnel project, resulting in eight deaths and ten injuries. The court specifically asked about monitoring cells and consulting local residents before projects start. The government must now report on material management and pending project reviews. 🚧

⚖️ SC asks Gujarat HC to fast-track Sai's rape appeal

The Supreme Court declined to suspend Narayan Sai's life sentence from a 2013 rape case in Gujarat. The SC directed the Gujarat High Court to decide his appeal within three months, noting the government's agreement for an early hearing. Narayan Sai, son of Asaram Bapu, has been in Surat jail for over 12 years for the sexual assault conviction. The High Court previously cited Sai's perceived delay tactics as a reason for not granting interim relief. Sai can approach the top court again if the appeal is not settled within the stipulated period. ⚖️

💊 USFDA and DCA meet to boost pharma in Andhra Pradesh

Officials from the USFDA and the Drug Control Administration (DCA) held a workshop focused on drug quality and standards in Vijayawada. Participants included representatives from USFDA, DCA, US Pharmacopeia, and AIDCOC on Friday. The discussion centered on strengthening global regulatory collaboration for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Health Secretary G. Veerapandian highlighted Andhra Pradesh's leading role in worldwide medicine exports. Future efforts will focus on sharpening inspection methods and ensuring scientific excellence in drug production. 💊

🚨 Ganja bust in Tindivanam, one arrested

Police seized 11.3 kg of ganja in Tindivanam following a tip-off. The raid took place near the Tindivanam flyover on Friday. L. Palraj, 43, from Ramji Nagar in Tiruchi, was apprehended during the checks. Initial investigation showed Palraj planned to sell the ganja in the Villupuram district. Authorities are now continuing their investigation into the matter.