🧠 Stress & peer pressure skew student eating habits

A new study reveals that emotional stress and peer pressure are drastically altering the eating patterns of Indian university students. The research, conducted across 21 agricultural universities including TNAU in Coimbatore, involved 3,150 undergraduates. The findings showed 48% had a normal BMI, but 15.6% were underweight and 26.7% were pre-obese. Researchers concluded that psychological factors, not just diet, significantly influence students' weight status. The authors urge universities to integrate mental health support with nutrition programs moving forward. 🧐

🌧️ Delhi already beat August rain average

Delhi has surpassed its average monthly rainfall for August within the first eight days. The Safdarjung Observatory recorded a total of 230.1 mm of rain so far in the capital city. The IMD average for August in Delhi, based on 1991-2020 data, is 226.8 mm. Saturday also marked the city's second wettest August day in two years. Light to very light rain is expected in some areas over the next two days.

🔬 IIT Bombay Prof wins NASI award for drought research

IIT Bombay Professor Karthikeyan Lanka has been named the NASI Young Scientist Award 2026 recipient. He is recognized for his significant research in Earth sciences, specifically focusing on agricultural droughts. This recognition was shared by IIT Bombay on August 6, 2026. His work uses satellite data and climate models to understand water availability and its impact on farming. This research aims to improve the prediction and monitoring of critical drought conditions.

📢 Jharkhand students protest over CGL exam

Students are organizing a protest to surround the Vidhan Sabha regarding the CGL exam issues. This demonstration is taking place in Jharkhand, targeting the state government. The protest demands immediate action concerning the exam's fairness and procedures. The BJP has also directed its focus towards Hemant Soren in connection with these developments. Further steps from both the students and political parties are anticipated soon. 📢

👮 New 'Moral Police' Joins Chandigarh Scene

A new 'moral police' presence is being noted across Punjab, impacting areas from public parks to residential homes. This development is reportedly taking place in Chandigarh, drawing local attention. Specific numbers or dates regarding the expansion were not provided in the report. The initiative aims to enforce certain moral standards in public and private spaces. Authorities are expected to monitor the initial impact of these new regulations moving forward.

⛈️ Typhoon Dolphin hits China, massive evacuation underway 🌀

Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in eastern China on Sunday evening, causing widespread disruption across the region. Officials in Zhejiang province and Shanghai evacuated over one million people from their homes as the storm intensified. The typhoon packed 150km/h winds and has caused 1,400 flight cancellations in Shanghai alone. Authorities are warning residents about severe flooding and landslides until Wednesday. The storm is moving inland, and local governments are advising people to avoid all outdoor activities.

💸 Grocery prices rising again due to cost hikes

Indian FMCG companies are planning further price increases or shrinkflation for the September quarter. This pressure stems from higher commodity costs amid the Iran war affecting margins for companies across the sector. Britannia anticipates a 1.5-2% price impact, while HUL expects 2-5% sequential inflation. Major players like Dabur and Godrej are also signaling potential price adjustments. Conversely, the liquor segment showed strong double-digit growth in premium categories during the June quarter. 📈

✅ Microsoft finally lets users ditch OneDrive Photos

Microsoft is changing its policy to allow Windows 11 users to remove the OneDrive Photos AI app. This change affects users across thousands of PCs where the app was added around August 1. Previously, removing the app required deleting the OneDrive sync client, risking file corruption. Microsoft stated the broad rollout was accidental and promised to fix the issue. The update ensures users can control their photos without disrupting existing sync setups. 📸

📈 Stock picks despite Middle East tension

Indian stock indices dipped on Friday due to financial stock sell-offs and Middle East uncertainty. This occurred amidst investor caution ahead of the US non-farm payrolls report on August 10, 2026. The Gift Nifty is currently showing a gap-up, suggesting a potential upside start for the market. Vaishali Parekh recommends Grasim Industries, Aster DM Quality Care, and Meesho for intraday trading. The market awaits further clarity on global geopolitical developments for a definitive trend.

🏈 Madden 27 Global Release Date Drops

Madden 27 has set its official global release date for Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 2 p.m. ET. Those who purchased the MVP+ bundle gained access early on August 6, 2 p.m. ET, while Deluxe and MVP Bundle buyers get in on August 10, 2 p.m. ET. The standard edition players can start playing on August 13 at 2 p.m. ET. Gameplay updates include increased defender IQ and a revamped franchise mode experience. Players outside North America should convert the 2 p.m. ET time zone for their local release. 🏈

⛽ China single-handedly manages Asia's oil demand

China is currently offsetting reduced crude oil shipments to Asia due to the Iran war fallout. China reported oil arrivals of 8.41 million barrels per day in July, which is still 24.3% lower than July of last year. The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on February 28, effectively closing the Strait of Hormuz. This loss in Middle Eastern imports is being balanced by China's reduced demand for the past two months. Imports might see a mild recovery in August as cargoes from the brief ceasefire arrive. ⛽