😔 Nine-year-old girl allegedly assaulted in Tamil Nadu

A nine-year-old Class 4 student was allegedly sexually assaulted by an unidentified man while walking home. This incident occurred in Denkanikottai within Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district on the evening of August 12, Wednesday. The complaint was lodged around 1 am on Thursday, leading to an FIR registration under BNS and POCSO Act sections. The child was taken to Krishnagiri Government Hospital for a medical examination to confirm the assault. Police are currently at the scene collecting evidence as part of the ongoing investigation. 😔

🐬 Dolphins use seashells to catch fish in Australia

Scientists have captured world-first footage of dolphins using seashells to catch fish. This incredible behavior was recorded by researchers from the University of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. Two sightings of bottlenose dolphins performing this 'shelling' were documented between July and October 2025. The study suggests calves might learn this innovative technique by imitating their mothers. Further research is needed to fully understand how dolphins acquire and utilize these tools. 🐬

🚨 NCB busts massive drug ring in Mumbai

The NCB busted an interstate network involved in moving charas and diverted prescription opioids into Mumbai. The operation targeted the area around Mumbai, leading to arrests over the last few days. Authorities seized over 1 kg of charas, 15,000+ codeine syrup bottles, and 12,000+ Tramadol tablets across two busts. Traffickers exploited festive demand and fake invoices to evade drug checks and sell higher. Efforts are ongoing to trace and arrest several other associates in this network. 🚨

📱 Honor's Robot Phone drops with built-in gimbal

Honor has officially revealed its Robot Phone, which features a miniature motorized gimbal integrated directly into the device. This new phone was showcased at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The initial models, including a 12 GB + 512 GB variant, start at CNY 9,999. Pre-orders are already active domestically before the full global launch on August 18. The higher-spec 16 GB + 1 TB version is priced at CNY 12,999. 📱

📉 Oil Prices Dip After Recent Gains

Crude oil futures have begun to pull back following several consecutive days of upward movement. This trend was observed in the global commodities market. Specifically, the prices saw a notable correction after hitting highs in recent trading sessions. Analysts attribute this pullback to fluctuating global supply concerns and slight economic uncertainty. Market participants are now closely watching upcoming OPEC+ meeting outcomes for future direction. 📉

🗣️ Congress MLA denies BJP joining rumors

Sagar MLA Belur Gopala Krishna has refuted claims of contacting a Sangh Parivar leader. This denial comes after former Minister Haratalu Halappa alleged he tried to switch to the BJP. Gopala Krishna stated he has friends in the Sangh Parivar who supported his Cabinet berth request. He emphasized that he would not join the BJP while the Congress party is in power. He also mentioned that Haratalu Halappa previously tried to join Congress via former CM Siddaramaiah.

🛡️ Acronis uncovers Patchcord cyber espionage in South Asia

Acronis has exposed a sophisticated cyber espionage campaign dubbed 'Patchcord'. This threat is specifically targeting telecom companies and critical infrastructure across South Asia. The campaign has been actively observed, with specific details on its operations being revealed. This ongoing threat highlights vulnerabilities within essential regional infrastructure. Security experts are now advising organizations on necessary defensive measures moving forward.

⚖️ Karnataka updates: Bandh, food safety, and new AI platform

Kannada activists protested the Cauvery water release directive via a Karnataka Bandh in Mysuru on August 13, 2026. The bandh saw a lukewarm response across Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Belagavi, with normal life continuing. Officials also found hygiene violations, including cockroaches, in a Bengaluru legislator hostel canteen on August 12. Separately, the Government of Karnataka launched Tathyakosh.in, a public good data discovery platform, on August 12. This new platform aims to make vast institutional data accessible for researchers and startups.

📊 Intel's massive stock sale has a hidden upside

Intel announced a significant stock sale worth $20 billion recently. This major transaction involves Intel executives and institutional investors. The sale is scheduled to take place over several quarters, starting in the next fiscal period. This move comes amidst ongoing market fluctuations and strategic shifts within the semiconductor industry. Analysts suggest this could potentially unlock future investment opportunities for the company. 📊

🎬 Vijay's Jana Nayagan hits fourth-week mark

Jana Nayagan is continuing its theatrical run across India into its fourth week. The film stars Thalapathy Vijay and is currently showing in 1,488 cinemas. On Day 22, the film recorded a net collection of Rs 33 lakh across both language versions. This movie is a political action thriller and marks Vijay's last film before entering politics. Tamil version collections were the highest on Day 22. 🎬

📢 Opposition Rallies Outside Parliament

Opposition parties held protests outside the parliament building today. The demonstration involved various political figures gathering at the main legislative complex. Protesters were reportedly chanting slogans during the event on this date. This action comes amid ongoing political disagreements in the nation. The government is expected to issue a statement regarding the protests soon. 📢