🎬 Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' synopsis drops: Asteroid threat looms

SS Rajamouli's next big project, 'Varanasi', has revealed its synopsis featuring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The film is set in the year 2027 when a massive asteroid named Shambhavi threatens Varanasi. Mahesh Babu plays Rudhra, an archaeologist tasked with finding an ancient cosmic artifact with Priyanka Chopra's Mandakini. Prithviraj Sukumaran portrays Kumbha, a tech-genius villain pursuing them across global locations. The movie is slated for a worldwide release on April 7, 2027. 🚀

💧 Fish vs. Power: Colorado River Faces Tough Call 🎣

Federal officials decided against releasing cool water from Colorado River reservoirs this year. This decision impacts the threatened humpback chub and stresses hydropower generation in northern Arizona. The situation follows the worst snowpack on record for the basin, which supplies millions. Officials are balancing fish conservation against electricity costs for ratepayers under strained conditions. Future efforts will focus on rapid response removal and innovative structural solutions for the river.

🚗 Delhi residents ditch cars for a month challenge

Over 200 Delhi NCR residents have registered for Uber’s 'One Less Car' challenge, opting to leave their personal vehicles parked for four weeks. This initiative, run by Uber with The Quirky Huddle and YLAC, aims to get participants to use alternatives like autos, bikes, and the Delhi Metro. Twenty-five vehicle owners will be selected to experience this change and receive a monetary transport support package. This is the first India edition of the experiment, previously done in Australia and North America. Participants will document their journey to see how mobility perception might shift. 🚗

⚡ Mahindra's dedicated EV platforms are winning premium buyer hearts

Mahindra is succeeding in the premium EV segment by building Electric Origin SUVs on dedicated platforms, unlike competitors. These vehicles, like the BE 6 and XEV 9S, were engineered from scratch with the INGLO skateboard architecture. Sales for these SUVs hit 7,174 units in June 2026, after crossing 50,000 units in April 2026. The strategy offers luxury-level tech, like triple-screen cockpits and Level 2+ ADAS, at much lower prices. This approach has firmly established Mahindra as a major contender in India's premium EV market. 🤩

🍄 8 rare fungi popping up in India's wet forests

Eight rare mushrooms are emerging in India's rain-soaked forests as the monsoon season progresses. These unusual fungi have been spotted across various states, including Delhi, Kerala, Karnataka, and Goa. Specific examples range from the Fluted Bird's Nest fungus in Delhi to the Rare Blue Pinkgill in Telangana. Fungi are crucial because they recycle dead wood, enrich the soil, and support forest ecosystems. These short-lived species quietly power India's forests from the ground up. 🍄

😠 Congress demands answers on police action and 'chanda chori'

Congress stated that Parliament hasn't functioned for 15 consecutive days because Home Minister Amit Shah avoided addressing police brutality. Jairam Ramesh alleged that Mr. Shah refused to answer queries about Delhi Police actions on July 20. This relates to the violent clashes during the CJP 'Sansad Chalo' march against NEET paper leak protests. The party also demands PM Modi speak on the 'Chanda Chori Aastha Dhoka' issue. Opposition parties are stalling proceedings over police action and alleged Ram temple donation theft. 😠

🏛️ SRK called Vikas Khanna's restaurant a 'temple'

Chef Vikas Khanna shared a powerful anecdote about Shah Rukh Khan’s visit to his New York restaurant, Bungalow. The actor visited the venue in 2024, where Khanna aims to showcase Indian culture through his cuisine. SRK remarked that the restaurant felt like entering a temple, not just another shop for a transaction. This sentiment resonated deeply with Khanna, who designed Bungalow as an ode to his late sister, Radhika Khanna. The chef continues to build this space, embodying Indian heritage for global audiences. 🙏

⚽ Norway demands FIFA president's resignation

Norway's soccer federation officially called for the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. This action stems from the controversy surrounding his failed attempt to privatize the World Cup. In July, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a net loss of 23,000 jobs. This came despite the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.1 percent. The federation stated that trust in Infantino is now completely gone. ⚽

🧬 New CRISPR technique zaps cancer cells 🧬

A new CRISPR system has been developed to locate and destroy cancer cells carrying specific mutations. Researchers at UC Berkeley and others tested this method on cultured mammalian cells containing both healthy and cancerous cells. The technique successfully destroyed mutated cells while leaving healthy cells almost entirely unharmed, even with a single DNA difference. This programmable approach bypasses the limitations of current drugs by destroying the cell instead of trying to repair the gene. The findings, published in Nature, show a highly precise alternative to traditional chemotherapy and radiation.

😠 Mayawati slams Akhilesh over SP's 'Pandit' twist

BSP supremo Mayawati sharply attacked the Samajwadi Party for changing its political stance to gain electoral advantage. This happened after Akhilesh Yadav redefined the PDA formula to include 'Pandit' instead of 'Pichhde' in Lucknow. This move occurred as the BSP saw growing support from upper-caste communities, especially Brahmins, following the formula change on a recent date. Mayawati criticized the SP for this supposed deception, suggesting it proves their narrow casteist politics. She urged all voters to remain vigilant against these deceptive strategies as UP heads towards next year's assembly polls.

🎓 Modi tells IIT grads they shape 'Viksit Bharat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 57th Convocation Ceremony at IIT Delhi on Saturday. He stressed that the decisions made by the students over the next three to four decades will influence India's journey toward becoming a 'Viksit Bharat'. The ceremony conferred degrees upon over 3,000 graduating students, including 587 PhD scholars. Modi urged them to keep learning as technology rapidly changes the world and global power balance. He also highlighted India's progress in sectors like semiconductors, believing everything will be made in India.