A next-generation Bajaj Pulsar 150 has recently been spotted at a dealership. The vehicle was observed in the Indian market. Specific details regarding the launch date or pricing were not provided in the report. This new iteration is expected to bring updated features and design elements. Further official announcements from Bajaj are anticipated in the coming weeks. 🏍️
sports Fast bowler Jai Moondra made his T20I debut against India before subsequently debuting in the ODI series against Afghanistan for Ireland. The 29-year-old Rajasthan native impressed early, dismissing Sanju Samson in his first international ball. His initial success led to him playing in the five-match series against Afghanistan in May 2024. Moondra pursued a Master's degree in Ireland while keeping his cricket dream alive at Leinster Cricket Club. This journey was influenced by Pakistani bowler Bilal Azhar and coached in India by Mohan Singh.
world The Ministry of External Affairs stated that India had no role in Sheikh Hasina's recent media interaction. This event was organized by a private entity in New Delhi, and the government does not endorse its statements. This follows Hasina's declaration in a press conference that she would return to Bangladesh in December. She also alleged that the July-August 2024 protests were orchestrated by organized groups. Bangladesh's foreign ministry expressed outrage over the interaction, urging India to clarify its policy toward the country. 🇮🇳
business The Uttar Pradesh government announced that dairy initiatives have secured jobs for over 2.25 lakh people. This was achieved through the formation of nearly 5,000 cooperative societies across the state. In FY 2024-25, UP contributed 38.8 million metric tons of milk, making it the top producer among all states. The Nand baba dugdh mission has formed 4,951 primary milk cooperative societies, directly benefiting 17,994 individuals. The department also held a district-level Dairy Conclave-2026 across all 75 districts.
Overall employment in Canada saw an increase of 75,000 people in July, pushing the employment rate up to 60.9%. This was reported across Canada, with Ontario and British Columbia showing notable gains in employment figures. The unemployment rate dropped by 0.1 percentage points to 6.4%, marking the lowest level since July 2024. Employment growth was fueled by private sector workers, while public sector jobs saw a slight decline. Average hourly wages also rose by 2.8% year-over-year in July.
tech The Indian government has officially asked Meta to provide a detailed roadmap for content moderation improvements. This directive was issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) during a recent meeting with Meta representatives. The government specifically wants algorithmic changes to limit propaganda and deepfakes on its platforms. Furthermore, Meta must comply with India's data localization rules and speed up content removal requests. This ongoing situation will see further updates as the roadmap is developed. 📱
india Agriculture Department officials in Tiruchi district are encouraging farmers to spray Pink Pigmented Facultative Methylotrophs (PPFM). This beneficial bacteria helps promote plant growth and mitigate short-term drought for crops facing water scarcity. TNAU previously promoted this spraying method about a decade ago in drought-hit paddy fields. PPFM can be used on sorghum, groundnut, gingelly, and sugarcane at a rate of one litre an acre, twice, spaced 15 days apart. The department plans to distribute PPFM under central subsidized schemes for demonstration plots in the district.
business The Ministry of External Affairs dismissed foreign concerns regarding the FCRA Bill, 2026, on Friday, August 7, 2026. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that legislative matters concerning India fall under its internal affairs for Parliament to decide. This followed comments from U.S. Congressman Riley M. Moore, who slammed the Bill on August 4. Moore had called the amendments a 'clear attack against Christians' and a concern for bilateral ties. The Bill is expected to be discussed next week, with Home Minister Amit Shah consulting with Christian leaders.
sports East Bengal secured a massive 5-0 victory over South United FC in Kolkata's Durand Cup 2026 match. The Indian Super League champion played at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on August 7, 2026. Goals came from Dani Ramirez, Mohammed Rashid, Hardik Bhat, Bipin, and David in the final match. This win keeps East Bengal in contention for the Durand Cup 2026 quarterfinals. They will now contest one of the two spots designated for the second-ranked sides.
The Kerala Government Medical Officers’ Association (KGMOA) reacted strongly against the perceived overreach by Health Minister K. Muraleedharan’s private secretary. The Thiruvananthapuram district committee condemned the secretary for disrespecting a senior woman colleague at a community health centre (CHC) on Thursday. The KGMOA formally registered a protest after the secretary rebuked a senior medical officer for not starting at 8 a.m. when PHCs/CHCs should start at 9 a.m. The association demands immediate government action to prevent such incidents and protect health workers' dignity.
business Prashant Kishor met with Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, sparking new political buzz across the state. The meeting took place at her official residence in Devgiri, South Mumbai, on Thursday, marking their second meeting in three months. This interaction comes right after Kishor won the Bankipur bypoll on a BJP stronghold. Speculation suggests the NCP might want Kishor to become their political advisor amid internal shifts. This development is happening while tensions between the NCP and BJP are also present.
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