🧐 ONGC CSR funds to RSS linked orgs discussed in JPC

An investigation exposed that 14% of ONGC's CSR funds went to RSS-linked organizations, which was highlighted before the JPC on the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This issue arose while the committee debated increasing the CSR funding threshold for independent oversight. In July, TNM reported that ONGC gave Rs 668.01 crore to 20 RSS-linked organizations over 10 years. The Bill proposes exempting 11,204 companies from mandatory CSR, potentially reducing accountability. Dissenting MPs argued this weakens checks against fund misuse without proper monitoring. 🧐

📣 Abhijeet Dipke launches 'Kya bolti public' campaign

CJP's Abhijeet Dipke has officially announced a nationwide campaign called 'Kya bolti public'. This initiative is set to gather direct feedback from citizens across the country. The campaign aims to understand and address various issues facing the public. It is a direct outreach effort to bridge the gap between leaders and the common people. Moving forward, the campaign will focus on implementing solutions based on public concerns.

💥 TDP-YSRCP clash in Vijayawada over protest

Clashes erupted between TDP and YSRCP workers in Vijayawada on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The confrontation took place in the Muthyalampadu area of Vijayawada. YSRCP was protesting for a CBI inquiry into DSC-2025 and Minister Nara Lokesh's resignation. TDP workers allegedly removed the protest tent, leading to heated arguments and scuffles. Police took former MLA Malladi Vishnu into custody over the unauthorized protest.

😠 Kharge demands Modi's apology over student protests

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge called for an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This demand came regarding alleged police action against students during the July 20 protests. Kharge criticized the government for ignoring Opposition concerns during the ongoing Parliament session. He stated the Opposition will keep protesting until the government responds and holds a discussion. This action highlights continued friction between the ruling and opposition parties. 😠

🚀 Falcon 9 upper stage hits Moon during Jan 2025 launch

NASA has confirmed that the upper stage of the Falcon 9 rocket crashed onto the lunar surface. This incident occurred during a launch attempt in January 2025. Specific details regarding the trajectory or impact force were not provided in the initial report. The mission was part of ongoing tests related to deep space missions. Further analysis of the debris is expected to happen in the coming weeks. 🚀

🏞️ Abdullah vows to fight for J&K statehood

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirmed his government and the National Conference will keep pushing for Statehood restoration. He made this statement on Thursday, August 6, 2026, while checking on relief work in the flood-hit Rajouri district. This comes after demonstrations across J&K on Wednesday demanding the return of Statehood. The NC has always kept the full Statehood restoration as a major political goal. They previously protested in New Delhi on July 20 to demand these constitutional rights.

🤖 Google AI legends step down amid intense competition 🤖

Google's AI leadership is experiencing a major shake-up as Jeff Dean leaves after 27 years and Demis Hassabis steps down as CEO of Google DeepMind. These significant changes are happening while Google faces intense competition from rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic in the AI race. Dean is starting a new AI startup, Discovery Loop, with other top minds, while Hassabis moves to a research role at Alphabet. This dual departure puts Google in a tricky spot regarding its momentum against competitors. The company now needs to prove it can maintain top-tier AI performance without these influential leaders.

📉 US Job Cuts Slow Down in July

US-based employers reported 33,429 job cuts during the month of July. This figure represents a 27% decrease compared to the 45,849 cuts announced in June. Furthermore, it is a 46% reduction from the 62,075 layoff plans issued in July of the previous year. This monthly total is the lowest recorded over the past two years, according to a report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Analysts are watching to see if this slowdown indicates a change in the labor market trend.

🔋 Vivo S2 drops in India with massive battery

Vivo has brought back its S series to India with the launch of the new Vivo S2 smartphone. This device features a 6.83-inch curved AMOLED display and runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo processor. It boasts a massive 7050mAh battery and launches on August 11 in three colors. The base model starts at Rs 39,999, with higher storage options also available. Buyers can get launch benefits like instant cashback and an extended warranty.

💰 Melania doc flops theatrically, still bags cash

The Amazon documentary 'Melania' reportedly lost money after release, despite a high acquisition cost. Amazon MGM Studios paid $40 million to acquire it and spent an additional $35 million on promotion. The film earned around $16.6 million worldwide at the box office before hitting Prime Video. Melania Trump secured a $10.71 million licensing fee from the studio, according to her 2025 financial disclosure. Amazon is also planning to drop a companion docuseries later this year.

🧀 Analogue paneer boom sparks major food safety crackdown

Analogue paneer, a cheaper substitute for milk-based paneer, has been quietly entering Indian eateries. This trend was exposed by aggressive raids in Gujarat and Maharashtra across various establishments. In April, Gujarat's six-day drive saw 703 kg of spurious paneer destroyed and 270 units issued notices. This surge is driven by rising real paneer prices and high demand from cloud kitchens. States are now moving to outright bans to protect consumers from misleading labels. 🧐