📊 PM Modi gives MPs social media report cards

Newly elected parliamentarians received personalized social media report cards during a breakfast meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. These cards detailed the MPs’ engagement rates and posts across Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube for the past month. The Prime Minister recently started leading the BJP’s social media outreach, posting six Instagram reels on issues like exam reform. The subtle message urged MPs to enhance their engagement rates on these youth-focused platforms. This move comes as the government recognizes social media's role in organizing movements, following recent student protests. 📱

⚡ Haryana power staff strike after talks fail

Haryana power employees and engineers announced a three-day strike starting at 10 pm on August 10th. The action was taken by the Haryana Electricity Employees and Engineers Joint Struggle Front against the power distribution and transmission companies. Key demands like contract worker regularization and equal pay remain unaddressed as of this date. Management stated these issues needed state government approval, backtracking on earlier assurances. Elected Gram Panchayats and farmers also oppose the proposed Agri DISCOM.

🩺 Should the shingles vaccine be free for all adults?

Shingles, a painful viral rash, is seeing reported cases rise in younger adults aged 25–49. Currently, the free vaccine is for those 65 and older, plus specific at-risk groups. For those ineligible, the two-dose vaccine costs around A$560. Experts were asked about expanding the free program due to the rising younger cases. Four experts advised against expansion, while one supported making it universally free.

🚢 Navy search for 3 missing fishermen continues in Kerala

A search operation for three missing fishermen continues on Monday after multiple boat mishaps off the Kerala coasts. The operation involves the Indian Navy, Coast Police, and Coast Guard, focusing on Gautam Krishna, John, and Shijin. The search began on July 31 for those who went missing near Neendakara, Vizhinjam, and Muthalappozhi. INS Kalpeni joined the mission from Kochi, utilizing portable SONAR for underwater surveillance. The Navy initially focused on Gautam Krishna's capsizing incident near Neendakara.

🐢 Rare turtle flies 5,000 miles home to Gulf of Mexico

A rare Kemp’s ridley sea turtle named Rhossi was rescued near death on a Welsh beach in December 2023. The turtle was found near Rhosneigr on Anglesey and has spent over two years recovering at Anglesey Sea Zoo. Conservationists are now arranging a flight across the Atlantic to return him to the Gulf of Mexico. Staff will use KY Jelly and Vaseline to protect his delicate skin and shell during the journey. This release is a major step for the rarest sea turtle species, Kemp’s ridley. 🐢

🏏 Livingstone dominates Phoenix with match-winning 66

London Spirit defeated Birmingham Phoenix by seven wickets in the Hundred men's competition. The match took place in London, with Spirit posting 166 for 3. Livingstone scored 66 off 30 balls, while Brevis finished with 55 not out, on August 9, 2026. This victory helps Spirit avoid being stuck at the bottom of the table. The teams continue their intense battle in the tournament. 🏏

🔬 It's immune cells, not plaques, messing with Alzheimer's sleep

A new study suggests brain immune cells, called microglia, are interfering with sleep in Alzheimer's patients. Researchers from the University of Kentucky found this by studying mice genetically engineered to develop amyloid-beta plaques. Initially, the plaques caused 1.5-2 hours of lost sleep nightly, a pattern that didn't worsen even with more plaque accumulation by 18 months. Blocking the microglia reaction in these mice resulted in an extra two hours of restorative sleep per night. This breakthrough offers a new target to potentially slow down Alzheimer's progression. 🧠

🇮🇳 Op Sindoor: India's message of citizen safety

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that Operation Sindoor globally signaled India's commitment to citizen safety. He made this remark during the 'Sindoor Maharaktadan Yatra' Blood Donation Camp at Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt. Approximately 1,000 wrestlers and athletes from Maharashtra donated blood on Sunday. Rajnath linked the operation's courage to the camp's compassion, urging youth to make blood donation a culture. He emphasized that a healthy society is crucial for the nation's future goals. 🇮🇳

🌊 Boat capsizes near Statue of Liberty, two killed

A speedboat capsized in New York Harbor, resulting in the death of a 27-year-old mother and her 5-month-old daughter. This incident occurred near Liberty Island on Saturday, August 8, at approximately 10:25 p.m. Twelve people were rescued before police divers located the victims in the water. The 46-year-old operator, Manuel Hernandez, has been charged with 13 counts of reckless endangerment. Authorities are currently investigating if the vessel was operating as an illegal charter.

🧠 Younger adults facing high stroke risk in India

Nearly one in seven stroke patients in India is under the age of 45, according to experts at a recent neuro conclave. This trend was highlighted by data from the ICMR National Stroke Registry Programme and a study in the International Journal of Stroke. Hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and sedentary lifestyles are identified as major risk factors for this younger demographic. Experts noted that nearly 80% of strokes can actually be prevented through proper risk factor control and timely treatment. Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care are crucial for improving outcomes moving forward.

🛑 TVK march blocked near Vellore fort

An unauthorized march by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) cadres took place on Anna Salai in front of the fort complex in Vellore town on Sunday. The supporters, led by Velmurugan, planned to march from Vellore fort to Fort St. George in Chennai. This action was intended to highlight the 1806 Vellore Sepoy Revolt and promote C. Joseph Vijay as Tamil Nadu's permanent CM. District police stopped the illegal march after traffic movement on the route came to a halt. Legal action will be taken against the TVK organizers, including Velmurugan.