🧐 SP's Brahmin Outreach: Big Talk, Long Road Ahead 🧐

The Samajwadi Party's renewed focus on wooing Brahmins in Uttar Pradesh has drawn mixed reactions from community activists. While acknowledging the outreach is a good start, leaders state the SP has a significant journey ahead to earn trust. Brahmins, who make up over 9% of the electorate, demand tangible policy changes in the manifesto. Activists also stressed the need for a dedicated Brahmin Welfare Board and greater influence in party decision-making. The community will now closely monitor the party's actions leading up to the 2027 State Assembly election.

🤖 Second World Humanoid Robot Games kick off in Beijing

The Second World Humanoid Robot Games have officially begun in Beijing. This international event features various humanoid robots competing across different disciplines. The games commenced on October 26th, marking a significant milestone for robotics. The competition aims to showcase advancements in AI and machine performance. Future rounds will test the robots' capabilities further across various challenges.

😟 Parties clash over Sajjan Kumar tributes

The passing of former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, who had a life sentence related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, has caused political friction in Punjab. Congress leaders like Deepender Singh Hooda and Udit Raj issued tributes, prompting strong backlash from BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal. The BJP questioned how Congress could honor someone convicted in the 1984 violence, while AAP criticized the party’s stance. Notably, prominent Punjab Congress leaders have remained silent on the issue. This situation is awkward for Congress as Punjab heads toward the 2027 Assembly elections. 😟

🛠️ Google upgrades 'Preferred Sources' button for publishers

Google has rolled out an update to the Preferred Sources button on publisher websites. This improvement allows users to be seamlessly redirected back to the original page after clicking the new button. The updated flow now involves a confirmation screen before returning the user to their initial location. Google stated this helps readers find favorite publications across Google services. Over 600,000 unique sources have already selected this feature.

💰 India's new financial move: lessons from Iran & Russia

India is actively looking to expand its financial reach beyond traditional borders. This strategic move is drawing lessons from how Iran and Russia manage international transactions. Specific details regarding timelines and targets are yet to be fully disclosed by government officials. The initiative aims to reduce dependence on existing global financial systems for trade. This development signals a significant shift in India's foreign economic policy. 🇮🇳

🌕 Moon is rusting, and Earth is the culprit

Iron oxide, which is basically rust, has been found on the Moon despite lacking significant atmosphere or liquid water. Researchers using Chandrayaan-1 orbiter data identified hematite at high lunar latitudes in 2020. This oxidation is thought to happen when Earth's magnetic tail shields the Moon from solar wind near full Moon. Oxygen ions from Earth's upper atmosphere are believed to be the key supplier in this chemical window. Future studies aim to determine if water or impacts also play a role in this process. 🌕

🌧️ Delhi hits 3-year low; Odisha floods hit 11 lakh

Delhi experienced its coldest July day in three years due to extreme rainfall, causing severe waterlogging across several neighborhoods. This downpour affected Delhi, where the Safdarjung base station recorded 57.6 mm of rain on Tuesday. Meanwhile, over 11.80 lakh people in Odisha have been impacted by severe flooding across six districts. The Subarnarekha River in Balasore district is dangerously high, exceeding the 10.36 metres danger mark. Authorities are deploying rescue teams as the IMD issues a yellow alert for continued showers in Delhi. 🌧️

🔭 Moon's South Pole might host tiny life forms

A new study suggests that Earth microbes could survive in pockets at the Moon's South Pole. This was discovered by researchers mapping the polar regions of the Moon. The study looked at three sites: Nobile Rim, Connecting Ridge, and De Gerlache Rim, using data from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. These sunless areas trap water ice and block lethal radiation, allowing microbes to survive for at least one day. Scientists are now studying these resilient organisms to understand life in extreme conditions. 🔬

😠 India Slams US on RSS Sanctions Call

India's Ministry of External Affairs strongly criticized the US Commission on International Religious Freedom on Friday. The MEA spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, stated that the organization lacks credibility and pushes its own agenda. This response followed USCIRF's recent urging for US sanctions against Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) members. The commission, chaired by Asif Mahmood, alleged RSS affiliates carried out attacks on religious minorities. This happened just before RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's trip to the US, Canada, and UK starting August 25.

📱 Samsung foldable storage upgrade deal in the UK

Samsung is offering UK customers discounts on higher storage variants of the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Z Fold 8, and Z Fold 8 Ultra. Specifically, 512GB models are £85 cheaper, and 1TB versions receive a £170 reduction. These savings can be stacked with trade-in offers, potentially saving up to £752 on the Z Fold 8 or Ultra. Additional perks include 10% off eligible bundles and 30% off accessories. This promotion is valid until August 25th. 📱

😥 Preacher gets death sentence for assaulting minors

A Christian preacher, S Abraham, received four death sentences from a Tirunelveli court for sexually assaulting four minor girls. The offences occurred in Tirunelveli district, with the sentencing taking place on Thursday, August 20. The court also ordered the Tamil Nadu government to pay Rs 10 lakh compensation to each survivor. The abuse was reported in 2022 after one girl complained, with assaults allegedly starting in 2020. The case was handled under a special 'case officer' system introduced in 2026. 😥