💧 Prayagraj flooding: High Court steps in to fix waterlogging

The Allahabad High Court ordered the Municipal Commissioner and District Magistrate of Prayagraj to pump out accumulated rainwater from low-lying areas. Justice Ajit Kumar and Justice Garima Prashad passed this direction after hearing a suo motu petition about the severe waterlogging. This action followed the Municipal Commissioner citing difficulties in using Morri Gate and Daraganj pipelines. The Court also directed the Director, Local Bodies, UP, to file an affidavit on the city's flood relief plans. A status report on the rain-induced flood situation must be presented to the Court on August 20.

🤝 Telangana CM pushes for easier H-1B visa process

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met US Ambassador Sergio Gor in New Delhi to address visa issues. Reddy specifically requested faster processing, easier renewals, and more interview slots for state residents. The Chief Minister highlighted concerns faced by professionals and students traveling to the US for work and education. Additionally, Reddy promoted Telangana's potential for US investment in tech and AI sectors. Gor assured the government of cooperation in expanding ties between the two regions. 🇺🇸

😮 Trump pauses Canada tariffs for three days

A potential 50% tariff on about $20 billion of Canadian goods was delayed for 72 hours by Trump's announcement. This reprieve came after the US and Canada were close to a tariff deadline, as reported by TOI correspondent in Washington. The threatened duties covered about 5% of Canada’s exports, affecting items from electronics to building materials. Trump suggested conditions like more market access and digital trade cooperation for a potential deal. Negotiations now continue until Friday to resolve trade disputes over dairy and vehicle components. 😮

⚽ Barca pivots focus to Lautaro Martinez transfer

FC Barcelona has shifted its transfer focus to Lautaro Martinez, the Inter Milan captain. This major change occurred after Atletico Madrid definitively vetoed the sale of Julian Alvarez to Catalonia. The pursuit of the Argentine striker ended following repeated rejections from Atletico Madrid. Consequently, the Blaugrana are now prioritizing the 28-year-old World Cup winner. With the transfer window closing soon, Barça aims for this blockbuster move despite financial hurdles. ⚽

🏛️ Naidu to push state issues at Southern Zonal Council

CM N. Chandrababu Naidu is attending the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. The meeting is being chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and includes CMs from five southern states. Naidu plans to discuss infrastructure, inter-state issues, and the implementation of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act. He will urge the Centre to settle matters regarding institutional division, asset distribution, and revenue gaps. The CM will also seek central approvals and funding for key projects like Dugarajapatnam Port. 🏗️

⚽ Liverpool losing Curtis Jones to Inter Milan

Liverpool FC is reportedly set to lose midfielder Curtis Jones to Inter Milan, sparking some fan concern. The transfer involves the 25-year-old from Liverpool, who joined at age nine, heading to the Italian champions. Reports cite an initial fee of €30m with potential add-ons ranging from €4m to €5m. Jones' departure raises questions about how Liverpool will replace the experienced player in the midfield. The club seems to prefer using internal options like Trey Nyoni for now. 😥

🏥 Surgical negligence rocks Mumbai hospital

Sandhya Suraj Gaikwad is in critical condition after surgical items were left inside her during a C-section. This incident happened at the Beed District Hospital in Maharashtra. The surgery took place on August 1, and foreign objects were found after she developed severe abdominal pain. Doctors at Sassoon Hospital in Pune later removed surgical gloves and tissue wipes. A complaint was filed on Tuesday, and notices have been issued to the involved staff.

🏏 South Africa stays firm with core squad for Zimbabwe series

South Africa is prioritizing continuity with their T20I squad for the upcoming five-match series against Zimbabwe. Laura Wolvaardt, who has played 47 games this year, confirmed her commitment to playing despite opportunities to rest. Several experienced players, including Marizanne Kapp, will be absent from this tour. The team's core players hold over three-quarters of the total T20I experience. This strategy is geared towards preparing for the 2029 ODI World Cup and developing African cricket. 🏏

🧪 New Smart Drug RK-251 targets cancer cells

The Ministry of Science and Technology announced the development of a new smart drug called RK-251. This drug was created by researchers from IASST and experts from IIT, Guwahati. Preclinical studies showed RK-251 has strong activity against aggressive triple-negative breast cancer cells. Crucially, it demonstrated significantly less effect on healthy cells compared to existing treatments. This innovation offers a potential replacement for traditional chemotherapy methods. 🧪

📈 IT pro's massive salary jump sparks career debate

An IT professional, Nandini M, shared her salary progression from ₹2.40 LPA in 2020 to ₹14 LPA in 2026. She started at an IT company and later moved to a startup and a crypto firm across various years. Her journey showed significant jumps, with the last recorded increase being 31.1% to reach her current pay. This has led to social media debates regarding job loyalty versus switching companies for better growth. Nandini emphasized that peace of mind is equally important alongside career progression. 🚀

🌶️ Bengaluru veg prices skyrocket due to bad weather

Vegetable prices in Bengaluru have surged because of poor rains and high festive demand. This increase is affecting traders in markets like K.R. Market and Kalasipalya. Onion prices rose from ₹17-₹28 wholesale to ₹32-₹35, and retail prices are now ₹50 to ₹55 per kg. Less rainfall and low market stock have combined with festival demand, driving up costs. Traders anticipate even higher purchases from Maharashtra due to this year's expected load issues. 🧅