🗣️ Rahul Gandhi chats with Ranchi student protestors

Rahul Gandhi spoke with student protesters in Ranchi regarding recruitment exam irregularities. The conversation happened on the 13th day of the protest at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. Protesters have been agitating since July 25 against alleged flaws in the 14th JPSC exam and JSSC functioning. They demand cancellation, commission reforms, and an independent probe by CBI or retired judges. Leaders are now considering a Tiranga March to build more public support. ✊

⚖️ Exam Paper Leak: High Court says it's worse than murder

The Chhattisgarh High Court declared that leaking competitive exam question papers is an offense more heinous than murder. This strong statement was made while dismissing the bail plea of Janak Kumar Dhruv, an accused in the CGPSC recruitment scam. The case involves alleged corruption and paper leaks from the 2021 and 2022 examinations. The court emphasized that destroying lakhs of careers impacts society more broadly than a single person's death. Consequently, the court rejected the bail application, finding evidence of the accused's involvement. 😥

🇯🇵 Indian tourist alleges racism in Japan convenience store

An Indian tourist alleged facing racist behavior at a 7-Eleven in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The incident involved the tourist, Anant, and a Nepali employee at the store. This happened on his final day in Shizuoka, leading to an altercation with the store manager. Anant claimed the owner made racist remarks and called the police after learning he was Indian. Police reviewed footage and concluded that the tourist had done nothing wrong, reprimanding the owner. 👮‍♂️

🏏 England fast bowler retires after injury saga

England fast bowler John Turner has officially announced his retirement from all professional cricket. He represented England in two ODIs and two T20Is during the 2024 white-ball tour against the West Indies. Turner finished his career with 97 wickets across 53 matches, with his last competitive appearance being in June 2025. A stress fracture and a long injury history led him to make this tough decision. He now plans to focus on his future outside of professional cricket. 🏏

⛽ Oil Prices Jump Ahead of Iran Deal News

Oil prices have started climbing as the global market keeps its eyes on potential developments regarding a deal with Iran. This upward trend is being tracked by investors across international markets. The exact figures and dates of any potential agreements are currently unknown. The market's anticipation is fueling this volatility in the commodity prices. Investors will likely be watching closely for any official announcements from involved parties.

🎮 PS5 Upgrade for Ghost Recon Wildlands is Live

A free 4K, 60fps upgrade for Ghost Recon Wildlands has been released. This update is available to subscribers of PS Plus Extra. The upgrade was made available on October 12, 2023. It allows players to experience the game with higher visual fidelity and smoother frame rates. Users can now download and enjoy the enhanced gameplay through their PS Plus Extra subscription.

🇮🇳 India denies involvement in Hasina's press meet

Indian officials confirmed that the government had no involvement in the press conference held by Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi. The event, which took place on August 6, 2026, sparked outrage from the Bangladesh government. During the conference, Hasina accused the interim government of trying to erase the Liberation War memory. The Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the event a 'grievous insult' to the July Revolution martyrs. India maintains that it does not interfere in Bangladesh's internal politics. 🇮🇳

🚢 Iran-Oman Strait deal nears, US role questioned

A temporary shipping agreement between Iran and Oman for the Strait of Hormuz is close to finalization. This deal involves both Tehran and Muscat, covering inbound traffic in Iranian waters and outbound vessels near Oman. The arrangement could last for two to four months, aiming to restart US ceasefire talks from mid-June. Iran maintains this is a bilateral deal and the US is not directly involved in these current discussions. The involvement of the IMO and the US in the announcement is also expected.

⚖️ Tarun Tejpal gets 10 years in sexual assault case

Tarun Tejpal was sentenced to 10 years for the sexual assault case that occurred in 2013. This happened to the former Tehelka editor in India. The sentence was delivered in a legal proceeding that brought up major issues. The case has become a key discussion point regarding victim rights and media ethics. It continues to fuel conversations about accountability within the media industry.

🧐 Murshidabad MPs keep distance from NDA after quitting TMC

Three Murshidabad NCPI MPs are avoiding formal alignment with the NDA while addressing constituency issues with the Centre. These parliamentarians, Yusuf Pathan, Khalilur Rahaman, and Abu Taher Khan, left the Trinamool Congress for the NCPI. On August 6, 2026, they met Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding loudspeaker removal in West Bengal. Their strategy keeps them focused on local governance, reflecting the area's sensitive demographics. This cautious move challenges traditional political binaries in West Bengal. 🧐

🚀 Curiosity Rover hits 14-year Mars milestone

The Curiosity Rover is celebrating a significant 14-year anniversary of its historic mission on Mars. This incredible robotic explorer is operating within Gale Crater on the Red Planet. Since its launch, it has made numerous key discoveries about Mars's past environment. The rover continues to search for signs of past habitability and ancient life forms. Scientists anticipate further groundbreaking findings as the mission continues into the future.