🚗 Supreme Court boosts car insurance terms

The Supreme Court has mandated an increase in third-party motor insurance terms for new vehicles. This order was made by Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Augustine George Masih in the case of National Insurance Company Ltd v Smt Thungala Dhana Laxmi. Currently, cars have 3 years and two-wheelers have 5 years, but the new term is 4 years for cars and 6 years for two-wheelers. The Court acted despite objections from IRDA and GIC due to widespread non-compliance, noting 56% of vehicles remain uninsured. Further steps include linking ANPR cameras and fuel pumps to insurance status for better enforcement. 🚗

✨ Aishwarya Rai's unseen pearl gown from Cannes 2026

Unseen photos of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes 2026 look have blown up across the internet. The stunning photographs, shared by designer Tony Ward, feature the actress in a pearly, body-hugging couture gown. This elaborate outfit featured over 7,000 pearls and took more than 600 hours to craft. A dramatic white cape completed the look, making it one of her most memorable appearances at the festival. Her various looks, including an electric blue gown, cemented her status as the 'Cannes Queen'.

💧 Woman detained after alleged drowning of 9-month-old in Hyderabad

A Hyderabad woman has been held after allegedly drowning her 9-month-old daughter in a lake near LB Nagar. The accused, Rajeshwari, was taken into custody on Sunday following the incident near Bayramalguda. Police are investigating the case, which reportedly stems from frequent domestic disputes the couple faced. Investigators are probing if alcohol influence or other factors contributed to the child's death. Further investigation is ongoing to determine the exact motive behind this shocking incident. 💔

🪐 Giant 'rings' spotted in Venus's high atmosphere

Dutch astrophysicists have found giant, planet-circling rings high in Venus's atmosphere. This discovery was made using the William Herschel Telescope on the Canary Islands. The rings were observed during May 24, 2010, and were captured through six different polarization filters. They are believed to be atmospheric ripples caused by differences in gas density above the clouds. Further study is needed, potentially with ESA’s EnVision mission launching in 2032. 🪐

✍️ GoT author George R.R. Martin shares personal update

Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin shared a candid update regarding his health and progress on his writing. He posted on his personal blog from his location, acknowledging a stressful year filled with both highs and lows. Martin, who turned 77 last September, mentioned battling sadness and depression during this period. He celebrated the nine Emmy nominations for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, hoping to catch up on posting soon. Martin confirmed there is no backup plan if he doesn't finish the Song of Ice and Fire series.

⚙️ China unveils world's first boring-blasting tunnel machine

China has unveiled the world's first boring and blasting machine (BBM) designed for tough underground conditions. This new system was developed by Tsinghua University and China Railway Science & Industry Group in Wuhan. Laboratory tests showed the BBM could boost excavation efficiency by 30 percent compared to older machines. It uniquely blends TBM technology with traditional drilling and blasting capabilities for adaptability. The machine will initially be tested at a pumped-storage hydropower station for further refinement.

🚨 FSSAI bans Dabur products over fake '100%' claims

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has banned several Dabur products due to misleading '100 per cent' purity claims. This action was taken against Dabur India in relation to products like Honey, Virgin Coconut Oil, and Coconut Milk. The ban, announced on a Monday, cites violations of the FSS (Advertising & Claims) Regulations, 2018. FSSAI determined these claims were ambiguous and unverifiable, potentially misleading consumers. Dabur has been ordered to stop sales and submit a compliance report within 15 days. 🚫

🚨 Assam rape-murder: Ex-boyfriend among 3 arrested

Three teenagers, including the victim's former boyfriend, were arrested in the Hailakandi rape and murder case. The accused were apprehended in Hailakandi district, Assam, on Saturday night. The investigation involves three suspects aged between 17 and 19, and the incident occurred around 11 pm. The victim's family is demanding capital punishment and a fast-track trial due to the alleged brutality. Police are continuing the investigation, analyzing evidence, and urging for swift judicial action. 💔

📈 macOS app to track salary growth

A new macOS menu bar app called Salary Ticker has been released to monitor salary increases. The application allows users to track their earnings directly from their computer's menu bar. It features functionality to display salary progression over time, with updates happening daily. This tool aims to provide users with a visual representation of their financial growth trajectory. Developers plan to continue adding features based on user feedback in the near future. 📈

🛰️ NASA payload lands on Intuitive Machines lunar satellite

NASA delivered the 3.5-pound NavCube3-mini receiver to Intuitive Machines on July 13 for Altus-1 integration. This receiver is designed to track weak GPS and Galileo signals at lunar distances for autonomous positioning. Intuitive Machines is targeting late 2026 for IM-3, which will launch the first of five planned lunar relay satellites. The instrument will demonstrate GNSS-based navigation for the relay spacecraft in the lunar environment. Eventually, the network plans to offer communications and positioning services for lunar missions. 🛰️

💥 Long-range strikes kill civilians in Russia and Ukraine

Escalating missile and drone strikes are causing a rising civilian death toll across both nations. Local officials confirmed at least five people died in Russia and four in Ukraine due to these long-range attacks. Reports detail drone strikes on warehouses in the Moscow region and attacks on cities like Sumy. Ukraine alleges that the e-commerce giant Wildberries supports Moscow's war effort by supplying dual-use items. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy aims to pressure Vladimir Putin to halt the conflict before winter. 💥