🏛️ Supreme Court skips TMC bank relief case

The Supreme Court declined to intervene in the TMC's bank account freeze case, citing the High Court's balanced order. The bench noted the party has sufficient funds for daily operations while the matter remains pending before the High Court. During hearings, TMC lawyers argued that freezing over ₹400 crore was unfair against alleged crime proceeds of ₹160 crore. The court ultimately decided not to discuss the merits of the petition or the internal party factionalism. The final decision leaves the operational aspects to the discretion of the special officer appointed by the High Court. ⚖️

😠 Iran's dealmakers clash with ultraconservatives

A political rift is growing in Iran between those favoring a US deal and staunch ultraconservatives. Principlists are pressuring reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf to agree with Washington. Leaked videos showed conflicting stances from hardliners regarding Pezeshkian's resignation and negotiation support. While some hardliners push for obstruction, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei appears to back diplomacy. Ultraconservatives are staging protests to undermine moderate leaders' influence. 😠

🚀 Aptoide joins Google Play, ending sideloading era

Aptoide became the first third-party app store available directly on Google Play this week in the US. This development follows a ruling in Epic Games' antitrust case against Google. Aptoide currently hosts over 400,000 Android apps and serves about 25 million monthly active users. This change removes a significant barrier that previously restricted Aptoide's US market growth. Moving forward, this opens up more choice and competition for Android users and developers.

📡 British Navy drones secretly sending data to China

British Royal Navy spy drones were found sending basic operating data to a Chinese IP address. The K3 Scout unmanned vessels, supplied by Kraken Technology Group, are part of a £12 million fleet used by the Royal Marines. This issue was discovered during a routine cyber vulnerability assessment in March. The MoD removed internet access, finding no evidence of sensitive data compromise. This incident raises major national security concerns about foreign components in military tech. 🧐

👀 Govinda Spotted With Rumored GF Komal at Airport

Govinda was recently spotted at the airport with Komal, who is rumored to be his girlfriend. The sighting caught attention as Sunita Ahuja reacted strongly to the situation. Ahuja publicly stated that Govinda has seemingly lost his mind over the sighting. This development has sparked a lot of public conversation regarding his personal life. Further updates on this rumored relationship are expected in the coming days.

📱 Realme 16x 5G specs leak: 7000mAh battery confirmed

The Realme 16x 5G is expected to launch in India on August 12 with some full specifications revealed. This 5G phone will feature a 6.8" HD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate and MediaTek Dimensity 6300. It boasts a massive 7,000mAh battery, 50MP rear camera, and MIL-STD 810H durability. The device will run on Android 16 and include a segment-leading 5,300mm² VC cooling system. Pricing for variants starts at Rs 25,999, with the official launch event happening soon.

🗺️ Google Maps leads tanker onto narrow Ahmedabad bridge

A tanker driver got stuck on the Akbarnagar bridge late Monday night after following directions from Google Maps. The incident happened in Ahmedabad around 2 am while the driver was trying to reach his destination. The bridge, meant for light vehicles, has a narrow carriageway unsuitable for the heavy tanker. This caused traffic to back up on the stretch for over an hour until the driver reversed the vehicle. The event highlighted how map routes aren't always practical for large vehicles.

📦 Shiprocket IPO: Is the valuation worth the hype? 🚀

Shiprocket is launching its IPO tomorrow, August 12, 2026, with an issue size of approximately Rs 1,617 crore. The company provides logistics solutions for online sellers across India. Its core shipping business was profitable in FY26, bringing in 73 per cent of total operating revenue. However, newer ventures are currently consuming those gains, resulting in an emerging segment loss of Rs 169 crore in FY26. Investors will be paying for growth in these new bets during the subscription dates of August 12 to August 14, 2026.

🏏 New players join ILT20 squads for Season 5

Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller are set to make their ILT20 debuts in the upcoming tournament. They will be playing for Gulf Giants in Dubai, alongside other key signings. The ILT20 Season 5 is scheduled to run from November 22 to December 20. This season sees various teams finalizing their rosters before the auction. Teams will complete their squads by adding players in Dubai on October 1.

🤝 Shah and Gandhi meet at wedding reception

Amit Shah and Rahul Gandhi were seen together at a high-profile wedding reception in Delhi. The event celebrated the marriage of Revati Sule to Sarang Lakhani on Monday night. Many top leaders attended, including PM Narendra Modi, Sonia Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav. This gathering brought together leaders from rival political factions for a grand celebration. The event concluded with various dignitaries sharing pleasantries and congratulating the newlyweds.

🏏 Hampshire vs Derbyshire action in One-Day Cup

The match features Hampshire against Derbyshire in the Group B of the England Domestic One-Day Cup 2026. Felix Organ is back in the attack, alongside Kyle Abbott and Andrew John Neal. The scoreline shows Derby at 161/2 after 33 overs against Hampshire. This game is part of the ongoing domestic cricket tournament action in England. The teams will continue their battle to see who secures the victory.