The POCO M8x 5G has officially launched its sales in the Indian market. This new phone is being offered by Xiaomi across various retail channels in India. Key specs include a massive 7,900mAh battery and a smooth 120Hz display. This device aims to compete in the mid-range segment with long battery life. More detailed pricing and availability information will be released soon. 🔋
india Yogi Adityanath advised schoolchildren to reduce smartphone use and focus more on reading books. This advice was given by the UP Chief Minister during the Sneh Bandhan programme in Lucknow. He stated that excessive screen time can negatively impact eyesight and critical thinking skills. Adityanath compared smartphone dependence to calculators reducing memory skills, emphasizing mindful tech use. Students spending four to six hours daily on phones were urged to gradually cut down their screen time. 📚
A near-total lunar eclipse occurred overnight, causing the moon to take on a deep red hue. This celestial event was visible across various locations, capturing dramatic visuals for stargazers. The event took place, providing a spectacular sight for observers. Lunar eclipses happen when the Earth passes directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow. More breathtaking photos of this rare astronomical event are available to view. 🌕
business The probe into the MPSC Drug Inspector exam paper leak revealed that main accused Rituja Patil was advised to give 10 wrong answers by MPSC officials. This incident occurred in Mumbai, involving the alleged leak of the March 22 exam paper on March 20. Investigators found 77 out of 294 leaked questions matched the actual paper. The entire scandal broke when her boyfriend, Gaurav Patil, filed a complaint out of jealousy. Currently, six people are arrested, but Rituja Patil is absconding. 🕵️
tech Gemini Notebook has been updated with "Expert Intelligence" allowing users to import e-books from Google Play Books. Users can then ask questions, create infographics, or podcasts using the book's content within the notebook. This feature supports over 100,000 books from major publishers like Penguin Random House and has collaborated with 15 authors. Protections are in place to prevent unauthorized access to purchased book content. Google plans to expand this intelligence to Search and the Gemini app, including scholarly articles soon.
science Neurosurgeons in London performed what is being called the world's first AI-assisted live operation to remove a brain tumour. The procedure was done at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery on a 48-year-old patient named Rhys Hibbert. The 11mm tumour was removed from the pituitary gland in May, near critical optic nerves. The AI analyzed live footage to guide the team, keeping the surgeon in full control. This milestone from University College London shows AI's role in complex neurosurgery. 🧠
entertainment Rockstar Games dropped the first extended look at Grand Theft Auto VI, showcasing new gameplay and world features. The footage focused on Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos in Vice City, which is twice the size of GTA V's Los Santos. The game features a relationship system, six wanted stars, and robberies that are much more elaborate. The massive map is described as roughly twice the size of GTA V, with a campaign potentially lasting around 80 hours. GTA VI is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. 🗺️
business The Kerala High Court quashed orders allowing Lulu Hyper Market Pvt. Ltd. to convert 1.6 hectares of paddy land in Thrissur. This decision was made by a Division Bench of Justices Devan Ramachandran and Basant Balaji on August 11. The dispute involved 161.45 ares in Ayyanthole village, relating to Form 5 applications. The court ruled the Revenue Divisional Officer failed to follow the mandatory procedure by skipping the Agricultural Officer's report. Now, KSRSEC and the Agricultural Officer must submit reports for a fresh decision. 🌾
india Chaotic scenes unfolded at a Rakshabandhan event organized by Bareilly BJP Mayor Umesh Gautam in Uttar Pradesh. Over 20,000 women gathered at Bareilly Club Ground a day before the festival, leading to several fainting incidents. The event saw intense heat, pushing, and shoving as the crowd swelled, with ambulances rushing out injured women. Officials noted that police were not informed about the massive gathering beforehand. Despite the Mayor's efforts to manage the situation, the crowd pressure intensified, especially during gift distribution. 😥
sports FC Barcelona is planning a striker signing for January instead of the current summer window. The club is prioritizing financial fair play by waiting for better opportunities to strengthen the attack. Julian Alvarez remains the main target, but Atletico Madrid's refusal to negotiate has halted immediate plans. With current attackers performing well, Barça has decided against a new forward this summer. The team hopes departures like Casado and Fort will free up funds for a January move. ⚽
india The Bombay High Court has pulled up the Maharashtra government and Mumbai police regarding Disha Salian's death case. Salian, Sushant Singh Rajput's former manager, fell from the 14th floor in Mumbai's Malad area on June 8, 2020. The court questioned how a 14th-floor fall only broke teeth, noting missing bloodstains. Prosecutors argued monsoon rains might have washed the blood, but the court flagged inconsistencies about her clothes. The court is raising critical questions about the police inquiry under Section 174 of the CrPC. 🧐
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