🏛️ SC to hear MP's plea on police facial recognition

The Supreme Court agreed to hear a writ petition against police use of facial recognition technology and biometric surveillance. This was filed by Rajya Sabha CPI(M) MP AA Rahim, specifically concerning Delhi police operations at Jantar Mantar. The petition highlights data collection by private entities like Aditya Infotech Ltd and Dimension NXG Pvt Ltd, violating the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. The core issue is the lack of legal authorization for biometric surveillance during peaceful civilian assemblies. The court will now consider the matter, potentially setting guidelines for data retention and access.

👋 TWICE's Chaeyoung leaves JYP for new musical journey

TWICE member Chaeyoung officially announced her departure from JYP Entertainment via her personal Instagram account. She shared this news with fans on August 13 as she moves into a new creative phase. Chaeyoung expressed deep gratitude to JYP and Team TWICE for their support over the last 14 years. She is excited to explore her music within her new project called "LIL FANTASY." She assured fans that nothing changes with TWICE, promising continued growth as an artist.

🤖 Honor Robot Phone brings ARRI color science to mobile 🤖

Honor has launched its Robot Phone in China, featuring the first ARRI color science pipeline integrated into a smartphone. This device includes a 4-DoF gimbal camera, with the main camera supporting 10-bit ARRI LogC3 recording. The phone boasts three cameras, including a dual 200 MP system, and runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The initial Chinese pricing starts at RMB 9999 for 12 GB RAM / 512 GB storage. Honor also plans to extend this ARRI technology to the upcoming Magic9 Series.

🛡️ Taiwan hit by AI-assisted cyberattack

Taiwan's government agencies were targeted by an overseas cyberattack utilizing both manual and AI agents last month. The ministry of digital affairs confirmed the incident was detected by cybersecurity units in July, with alerts issued since July 20. The investigation revealed clear characteristics of an overseas source using hybrid methods, such as Open Claw. This follows warnings about Chinese 'hybrid warfare' and rising cyberattacks. Taiwan is now strengthening protective guidelines across its government agencies. 🛡️

⛽ Indian Car Makers Worried About Fuel Contamination

Internal emails surfaced revealing that major Indian carmakers were concerned about fuel contamination issues. These worries were circulating among industry players before a planned public retreat. The communications reportedly spanned several months leading up to the event. The contamination concerns highlight growing quality control challenges within the sector. Industry experts anticipate more discussions on these quality issues moving forward. ⛽

🚀 SEBI tweaking rules for smaller company IPOs

SEBI is looking into big changes to its listing rules for SMEs to boost smaller companies going public. These reforms could let companies with a market cap up to ₹4,000cr use SME platforms for their IPOs. The regulator is also considering raising the paid-up capital limit from ₹25 crore to ₹100 crore. Furthermore, SEBI is planning to remove minimum trade size requirements to help smaller investors. These updates aim to improve liquidity and encourage more micro-cap participation. 📈

💣 Al-Qaeda affiliate linked to Red Fort blast in Delhi

An Al-Qaeda offshoot group has been identified as responsible for the recent explosive incident at the Red Fort. The attack took place in Delhi, targeting a major historical landmark. Reports indicate that the blast resulted in the deaths of 15 people. This incident has heightened security concerns across the nation. Authorities are currently investigating the full scope and planning of the terror act. 💣

🔭 NASA clarifies: No 7-second gravity loss during eclipse

A viral claim suggested Earth would lose gravity for seven seconds during the August 12 solar eclipse. This theory, linked to a supposed NASA 'Project Anchor', has been officially debunked by NASA. The agency confirmed that a solar eclipse cannot alter Earth's gravitational force, which depends on the planet's mass. The dramatic gravity loss prediction had no basis in science or any credible evidence. Therefore, the eclipse passed with normal gravity intact, just as expected. 🛰️

💧 Jewar airport waterlogging sparks political drama

Heavy rain caused waterlogging at Jewar Airport, leading to a political spat ahead of UP polls. The Opposition questioned the quality of this flagship project in Noida, while the BJP defended the region's growth. Authorities stated the temporary water accumulation was cleared within 30 minutes and did not affect flight operations. Opposition leaders used the incident to criticize governance, while the BJP highlighted the massive infrastructure development. This controversy adds to the political tension surrounding major UP projects before the 2027 elections. 😬

❤️ Tamil Nadu's big leap in organ donation 🏥

Tamil Nadu has significantly boosted its organ donation numbers over 17 years through sustained public awareness campaigns. The state saw 266 donors in 2025, utilizing 1,476 organs, with the highest number recorded in 2024 at 268. Initially, the program launched in October 2008, facing low awareness and professional hesitancy. Successful donation stories and State honors have proven to be highly effective awareness tools. Moving forward, the state needs to explore Donation after Circulatory Death and improve hospital infrastructure.

😠 Bihar teacher faces charges after wife alleges domestic violence

A case has been registered against a teacher in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, after his first wife accused him of thrashing her and forcing her out of their home. The complainant, Suman Kumari, stated she married Baidyanath Kumar Yadav on May 7, 1998, and faced harassment over dowry demands. On August 7, Yadav allegedly told her to leave after wanting to live with his second wife. Suman claimed she was beaten with sticks, fracturing her leg, and an attempt to strangle her was made. Police have invoked several sections, while Yadav denies all accusations.