⚽ Salah transfer talks heat up with Trabzonspor

Turkish club Trabzonspor has officially started transfer negotiations to sign Egyptian star Mohamed Salah. The negotiations were announced by the club on Tuesday, with Chairman Ertugrul Dogan expecting Salah in Istanbul for medicals on Wednesday. The 34-year-old forward, who left Liverpool this summer, might sign the contract on Thursday. Salah previously achieved massive success at Liverpool, winning multiple titles. He was rumored to be close to joining Besiktas, but those talks stalled. ⚽

🧘 Ravi Kishan's fitness secrets at 57

Actor Ravi Kishan maintains incredible fitness at the age of 57 through a disciplined lifestyle. He practices a vegetarian diet and incorporates coconut milk into his routine. His daily regimen includes performing 200 push-ups every single day. This dedication to health is part of his ongoing commitment to staying active in the industry. He continues to share his fitness journey with fans. 🧘

🎓 Central University of Rajasthan opens first support center in Jaipur

Central University of Rajasthan has set up its initial learner support center at a women’s college in Jaipur. This move aims to boost open and distance learning (ODL) and online options for six academic programs. The university, based in Bandar Sindri, recently ranked 79th in the Nature Index 2026 Research Leaders ranking. A formal MoU was signed between Registrar Amardeep Sharma and Principal Seema Agrawal on Tuesday. This new center will help make higher education accessible to everyone, including working professionals. 📚

🏏 Aus skipping warm-ups for 2027 BGT

Australia has decided not to play any practice matches before the 2027 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India. Head coach Andrew McDonald confirmed this choice while addressing the upcoming five-Test series in India. The series is scheduled from January 21 to March 3, 2027, marking the first five-match format in 57 years. The team will instead focus on an extended training camp replicating Indian conditions. Selections for India might change based on performance in the preceding four-Test series against New Zealand. 🏏

😟 US Lawmaker Worries About India's FCRA Changes 😟

A US Congressman expressed worry regarding proposed amendments to India's Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). Specifically, Riley Moore on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, stated these changes could enable government takeovers of religious charities. The FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, aims to let a 'Designated Authority' manage foreign assets when an organization's registration is cancelled. This bill also lowers the maximum penalty for violations from five years to one year. Moore warned this could become a major concern in the bilateral relationship between the two nations.

📱 iQOO Z11 India variant gets Pixel-like camera bar

A leaked marketing image suggests the iQOO Z11 for India will feature a completely new horizontal camera bar, unlike its China and Malaysia versions. This Indian variant will use the Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset and come in Aurora Green and Celestial Blue colors. The phone boasts a 6.8-inch 1.5K 3D curved display and has a battery capacity between 7,000–8,000mAh. iQOO seems to be treating India as a design lab, giving it a premium, distinctive look for the competitive local market. The launch is expected around August 2026, with a projected price of ₹35,000.

😟 Telangana police hunt basketball coach in harassment case

Telangana police are actively searching for a basketball coach accused of sexually harassing a minor over the last two years. The accused, 30-year-old Prudhveeshwar Reddy, is reportedly an official with the Telangana Basketball Association. An FIR was registered at Madhapur police station on July 24, following an earlier zero FIR at RC Puram police station. The harassment allegedly included obscene gestures and caste-based comments during tournaments. Investigations are currently ongoing to locate the absconding coach. 😟

🎧 Nothing drops CMF Clip Pro earbuds with a Smart Dial

Nothing has officially launched its CMF Clip Pro earbuds, which feature a unique clip-on design. These are available in the US and UK, alongside continental Europe and the rest of the world. The earbuds boast 10 hours of music playback and support Bluetooth 5.4 and LDAC codecs. The charging case includes a Smart Dial for volume and playback control, while the buds have IP54 dust and splash resistance. They will be available for $99 / £79 starting August 15th. 🎧

🏛️ Lok Sabha House Committee still not set up

The House Committee of the Lok Sabha, which handles member residences and amenities, has not been reconstituted a month after the last panel's term ended. Currently, the Lok Sabha secretariat is managing all the committee's functions for now. Last year, on July 14, the Speaker authorized the Secretary General to make administrative decisions. This committee advises on government residence allocation and reviews maintenance policies for members. Moving forward, the committee's role in overseeing residential services remains pending.

🔭 Total solar eclipse hits Europe on Aug 12, 2026 🌑

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, sweeping across Greenland, Iceland, and northern Spain. Skywatchers in Greenland are aboard MS Spitsbergen, while another reporter is in Valoria la Buena, Spain. The event will see day briefly turn to twilight along the path of totality. Millions elsewhere in Europe and North America will see a partial eclipse. Live updates are planned from both Arctic and Spanish locations.

🌑 Solar Eclipse Hype: Totality nears on Aug 12, 2026

A total solar eclipse is set to sweep across parts of Europe on August 12, 2026, marking the first since 1999 in some areas. Daisy Dobrijevic is in Greenland aboard MS Spitsbergen, while Anthony Wood is in Spain joining the DEB initiative. The event will feature a brief twilight as the moon covers the sun, showing the corona. Millions globally will witness a partial eclipse across Europe, Northeast US, and Eastern Canada. Citizens are encouraged to watch while also providing data for astronomers.