🌟 R Madhavan shines in 'GDN' biopic

The film 'GDN', a biographical drama about inventor G.D. Naidu, received positive buzz after its special premiere screening. The movie stars R Madhavan and is set in India, with the theatrical release scheduled for August 7. Early reviews highlight Madhavan's powerful performance as the inventor and the film's emotional core. Viewers appreciated the tribute to G. D. Naidu's legacy and his battles against authority. The film, directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar, aims to bring India's 'Edison' to the big screen.

📈 LIC OFS sees big retail investor hype

The Life Insurance Corporation's Offer for Sale garnered a strong response from retail investors on Wednesday. This demand was recorded in the retail portion of the sale, taking place in India. As of 3:43 pm, the retail category received bids for 5.76 crore shares against a base issue size of 3.16 crore shares. This sale is part of the government's push to meet minimum public shareholding requirements early. The full 6.5% stake sale could bring in around Rs 31,000 crore for the government's disinvestment fund. 💰

✈️ Air India turbulence incident in Phuket-Delhi route

A flight experienced significant turbulence on the Air India route from Phuket to Delhi. Thirteen passengers sustained injuries during the incident, and they have since been discharged from the hospital. The event occurred on a specific date which was not detailed in the report provided. Four crew members are currently still undergoing treatment following the turbulence. Further updates on the crew's recovery are expected in the coming days.

🤖 Sindhudurg: India's first AI district goes live 🤖

Sindhudurg in Maharashtra has become India's first AI-powered district, marking a huge step in tech-driven governance. IPS officer Krushikesh Rawale spearheaded this initiative with the tech company MARVEL, launching it on May 1, 2025. The project integrated AI across multiple government departments, aiming to predict and prevent issues rather than just respond to them. AI is being used for smarter policing, early health interventions, and managing wildlife conflict. This successful model is now being studied by NITI Aayog for wider adoption across the country.

🔬 One-dose drug could end malaria infections

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have developed a new oral antimalarial drug that successfully eliminated malaria parasites in animal studies. The drug was tested on mice infected with Plasmodium yoelii, a model for human malaria. It targets dormant parasites and shows no signs of inducing drug resistance in initial tests. Malaria currently affects about 250 million people annually, causing over 600,000 deaths globally. The team is now seeking NIH funding to advance the compound toward human trials. 🔬

🏆 Lock Upp 2 winner crowned with ₹1 crore prize

Shreya Kalra was declared the winner of Lock Upp 2 during the grand finale on August 5, 2026. She secured the victory against Shivangi Joshi in the competition hosted by Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh. The finale saw Shreya Kalra clinch the ₹1 crore cash prize after defeating several contestants. Kalra also promised to cover the therapy bills for other inmates after her intense journey. The season, which began on June 27, concluded after 40 days filled with drama and tasks.

🤖 Gemini Robotics: Walking & Grasping in One Go

The new Gemini Robotics model demonstrates an ability to perform complex tasks like moving a watering can to a specific bin. This capability was shown by Apptronik's Apollo 2 unit during a recent demonstration. Previously, Gemini Robotics models were limited to tabletop work attached to a fixed base. The real breakthrough is integrating locomotion and grasping under a single policy, conditioned by language instructions. This fundamentally changes how movement is treated within the action space.

🏦 Why FDs are still a solid play right now

Experts suggest choosing fixed deposits based on personal goals and cash flow, not by trying to time interest rate changes. The RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25% in its latest monetary policy review, signaling caution on rate hikes. Public sector banks offer 6.6% to 6.8% on 1-3 year FDs, while private banks are at 6.4% to 7.0%. Investors are advised to consider laddering for stability while checking post-tax returns against inflation. FDs are great for capital preservation but should not replace long-term equity investments. 💰

😠 Parliament panel demands apology from Zuckerberg over PM video removal

A parliamentary panel chairperson demanded an apology from Mark Zuckerberg regarding the removal of PM Narendra Modi's video. This incident occurred on July 23 when the video about the NEET paper leak was taken down from Meta's platform. The panel warned Meta they could recommend removing safe harbour protection, which is under Section 79 of the IT Act 2000. Opposition members countered that the government should not regulate democracy, while the BJP questioned content moderation algorithms. Neither Meta nor Zuckerberg has officially responded to the demand for an apology.

🧠 Perimenopause: Why online trends aren't enough

Social media has increased talk about perimenopause, but experts caution against relying on online remedies for management. Radiologist Dr Bimalpreet Mohan stated that symptoms vary widely and are not the same for every woman. She advised that self-diagnosis is risky as other health issues can mimic perimenopause complaints. Doctors use age, history, and evaluations, not just blood tests, for diagnosis. Women should use social media to start conversations, not to end them with assumptions. 🩺

📱 iPhone 20 Pro rumored to get a bigger screen

Rumors are suggesting the iPhone 20 Pro will feature a larger display than its predecessor. Digital Chat Station reported this news regarding the iPhone 20 Pro, which will reportedly have a 6.4-inch panel. The iPhone 20 Pro Max is also expected to get a 7-inch screen, up from the iPhone 17 Pro Max's 6.9 inches. Both models might sport a new quad-curved, bezel-less front design. This leap to the 20th generation is likely to mark Apple's 20th anniversary celebration. 📱