🏏 Rohit Sharma honours T Dilip's exit from team India

Rohit Sharma paid an emotional tribute to T Dilip after the fielding coach officially parted ways with the national side. This Hyderabad-based coach served Team India for five years, contributing to their success across multiple coaching regimes. Dilip reflected on his tenure, which included two T20 World Cup titles and the Champions Trophy triumph. Rohit called him a 'legend' and a 'behind-the-scenes workhorse' for shaping the dressing-room culture. Subhadeep Ghosh is reportedly set to take over as India's new fielding coach. 🏏

🥇 Judo champ hopes for big rise in Indian judo 🥇

Indian judoka Asmita Dey won the gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. She secured the women's -48kg gold after defeating Canada's Heidi Quach in a thrilling Golden Score final. The Indian judo team achieved a historic haul of four medals, including wins by Harsh Singh and Yamini Mourya. Dey hopes this success will boost judo's profile nationwide and inspire more youngsters to join the sport. She was welcomed in Delhi on Monday night after her major achievement.

💔 15-year-old allegedly brutalized and killed in Assam

A 15-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped and murdered inside her home in Hailakandi district, Assam. The incident reportedly occurred on August 1, 2026, after she returned alone from a relative's house. Reports state the accused inserted an iron rod into her private parts before fatally smashing her head and face. Local residents protested by blocking National Highway 6, demanding strict action against the culprits. Police have detained five people and are currently investigating the matter thoroughly. 💔

📱 WhatsApp temporarily blocks accounts for review

Multiple WhatsApp users across India reported having their accounts placed 'under review' for 24 hours, resulting in temporary access blocks. This disruption started around 8pm IST on Monday, with users seeing messages about checking compliance with terms of service. A spokesperson acknowledged that errors can happen while enforcing safety measures to keep users safe. Affected users complained on social media about these sudden disconnections despite using the official app. These reviews occur amid government scrutiny over WhatsApp's proposed username feature in India.

📈 Ather shares jump 16% on analyst backing

Ather Energy shares rallied up to 16% on Tuesday, August 4, after showing strong Q1FY27 earnings improvement. The electric two-wheeler maker is based in India, and reported revenue surged 89% YoY to ₹1,217 crore. Analysts from Nomura, CLSA, and HSBC maintained 'Buy' ratings with high price targets. Future growth is expected from the EL platform launch and new manufacturing facility commissioning. This suggests strong market confidence in Ather's trajectory going forward. 🚀

🚨 Gaming platform scammer arrested in Nagpur

Anurag Arvind Srivastava was arrested in Nagpur in connection with multiple cyber fraud cases across India. The UP STF caught the mastermind for duping investors with fake stock market training and IPO promises. The fraud involved diverting funds into a fantasy gaming platform called My Ground 11 Gaming Zone. Authorities recovered cheque books worth around Rs 5.67 crore during the operation. Srivastava has a history with 10 cyber fraud cases registered in Lucknow.

🔬 Medaka fish genome cracks repetitive DNA secrets

Researchers completed the genome sequence of three medaka fish, a common model organism for biological studies. This work was conducted by scientists from The University of Tokyo and the National Institute of Genetics in Japan. They utilized advanced sequencing tech to cover repetitive regions, which previously left about 1,000 gaps in the 800 Mb genome. These gaps contained key insights into chromosome stability and sex determination mechanisms. Next, the team plans to experimentally test the functions of these newly identified genomic elements. 🧬

🧐 Bain Capital eyeing big stake in Cello World

Bain Capital is leading talks to acquire a controlling stake in Cello World from its promoters in a deal exceeding ₹3,000 crore. This discussion involves Cello World, a listed consumerware company, and its promoters who hold 75% ownership. The deal is currently being advised by Kotak's investment banking arm and has been in negotiations for several rounds. The consumerware market is projected to grow from $3.38 billion in 2025 to $5.62 billion over the next four years. Further developments are expected as the private equity interest in the sector continues to rise. 🧐

🚨 3 Teens Arrested in Assam Over Teen's Death

Three teenagers have been arrested in Assam following serious allegations. The suspects are being held in connection with the alleged rape and murder of a 15-year-old girl. The incident reportedly occurred sometime in the recent past, with specific dates not yet disclosed. Authorities are investigating the case to understand the full circumstances surrounding the tragic event. Further updates on the ongoing legal proceedings are expected to follow soon. 💔

🚨 3 teens arrested in brutal Assam rape and murder case

Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with the alleged rape and murder of a 15-year-old girl in Hailakandi district. The victim was found dead at her home near National Highway-6 in Assam's Hailakandi district on Saturday night. The accused are aged between 17 and 19, with one being 17-and-a-half years old. The case involves brutal assault and mutilation, leading to demands for capital punishment from locals. Police are continuing the investigation, and more arrests are possible as they probe the matter. 💔

⚽ Ferran Torres hints at PSG interest with Barca talks

Ferran Torres broke his silence regarding transfer rumors and his contract situation with Barcelona. He mentioned being approached by teams like PSG while being in the final year of his existing deal. Torres stated that Barcelona needs to show him affection if they want to negotiate an extension. He emphasized that he can wait and decide for himself because of his current contract. This situation suggests the player is using external interest to push for better terms.