🔥 Ravi Kishan becomes meme sensation, shares insights

Actor-politician Ravi Kishan is currently trending across the internet due to his viral moments from various public appearances. The BJP leader, representing Gorakhpur, attributes this attention to his naturally high-energy personality. He stated that many influences, from Al Pacino to Shah Rukh Khan, are inside him, leading to his unique style. Kishan clarified that his viral behavior is not a calculated strategy but spontaneous. He credits the sudden popularity to good timing and divine blessings. 🌟

📉 Germany's commercial property prices are dipping

Commercial real estate prices in Germany fell by over 1% in the second quarter. This downturn was reported by the banking association VDP in Germany. Prices for offices and retail dropped 1% year-on-year in Q2, contrasting with a 0.5% rise in Q1. Renewed inflation fears and higher interest rates are pressuring the recovering market. The market's future depends on resolving ongoing geopolitical conflicts. 📉

👋 Anu Sikka leaves JioStar for new venture

Anu Sikka has parted ways with JioStar following the end of her association with the platform. She was previously associated with the media and entertainment industry in India. The transition occurred as part of her career moves in the current market. This move signals a shift in her professional focus for the near future. Further details regarding her next project are yet to be disclosed.

🔋 Apple M1 gets power boost with Linux 7.3

Linux 7.3 is coming with support for Apple M3 Pro/Max/Ultra SoCs and brings power savings for the M1 series. This improvement targets the M1 Pro/Max/Ultra SoCs during suspend-to-idle (s2idle) operations. The estimated power saving from this new kernel update is around 1 Watt. This efficiency boost is enabled by the new "Apple MGR misc controls" driver. The driver is expected to debut with Linux 7.3 if the merge window proceeds as planned next week.

⚽ PSG makes official bid for Ferran Torres

Paris Saint-Germain has sent an official bid for Barcelona forward Ferran Torres. The clubs were already in talks after PSG confirmed agreeing on personal terms with the player. The deal is anticipated to be closed around €50 million, following informal discussions over the weekend. PSG is seeking a new backup striker after selling Gonçalo Ramos and Randal Kolo Muani this summer. This move brings a potential resolution to Ferran's future at Camp Nou.

📱 OnePlus rolls out ColorOS beta in India

OnePlus has started a closed beta for ColorOS 17 on its 15 series devices in India. This early access program is for select users of the OnePlus 15 and 15R in India. The program accepted applications from August 6 through August 7 and is limited to 300 users for each model. This move shows OnePlus shifting from OxygenOS to Oppo's software platform, which combines engineering resources. Participants are warned that the build may be unstable, requiring users to maintain regular backups.

🧠 Meta drops new AI model, pushing open weights

Meta has officially launched a new AI model, marking a significant move in the tech space. This release was championed by Mark Zuckerberg, who is strongly advocating for an open-weight approach to AI development. The model launch comes as industry focus shifts towards democratizing access to advanced AI tools. This strategy aims to foster broader innovation and collaboration across the tech community. Meta will continue to push this open-source philosophy in future AI projects.

⛽ India's Russian Oil Imports Hit Record High

Russia's share in India's oil imports reached an all-time high of 48% in June 2026. This trend was observed as India continued to import 8.7 MMT of Russian oil in June 2026. While total crude oil imports dropped by 13% year-on-year, Russia's procurement increased by 25% compared to last June. This happens despite the US Senate passing a bill threatening up to 100% tariffs on India. India is reportedly using ship-to-ship transfers to preempt potential sanctions exposure. ⛽

🏦 Rajya Sabha passes digital bank records bill

The Rajya Sabha passed the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, via a voice vote despite opposition walks. The legislation aims to replace the old Bankers' Books Evidence Act of 1891 with modern digital banking practices. This Bill, already approved by the Lok Sabha, seeks to update the legal framework for financial evidence. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman explained the need due to the shift from physical to digital record keeping. The government stated the new law protects full privacy and safeguards for all users. 🏦

👏 Food Cop Gets Standing Ovation in Pune

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe received a massive standing ovation at a public event in Pune. He leads the state's strict crackdown on food establishments across Mumbai and Maharashtra. So far, nearly 100 food licenses have been suspended due to hygiene and safety issues. Mundhe is praised by consumers for enforcing standards while facing industry criticism. The FDA continues its inspections, uncovering serious violations like expired food and poor storage. 👏

🤢 Food safety checks ramp up in Mumbai and Bengaluru

Food safety enforcement has intensified across Maharashtra and Karnataka after uncovering issues like rotten food and poor hygiene. In Mumbai, 63 restaurants were inspected between August 4 and August 6, leading to 38 notices and seven license suspensions. Bengaluru raids involved 30 teams inspecting 26 hotels, where officials seized over 100kg of discarded food articles. These actions follow public complaints highlighting poor food quality and hygiene in the service industry. Authorities are set to initiate adjudication proceedings against non-compliant food business operators. 🤢