🏛️ Supreme Court wants records on Bihar minister's appointment

The Supreme Court has sought records regarding the appointment of Deepak Prakash as a minister in Bihar. This was challenged via a PIL questioning his continued tenure after the six-month deadline expired. The minister was appointed by the Governor as an MLC, which the government argued was constitutional. However, the petitioner cited a 2001 SC judgment stating the six-month rule is non-negotiable. The bench asked the Bihar government to document his initial appointment, re-induction, and MLC nomination.

🚨 US Sanctions Dubai Crypto Exchange Over Iran Links

The United States has imposed sanctions on a Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange. This action targets the platform for allegedly assisting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran. The sanctions were announced following ongoing intelligence reports regarding financial transactions. These connections raise serious geopolitical concerns about illicit crypto flows. Future regulatory actions against similar entities are expected to increase. 🚨

🚨 Abhijeet Dipke confronts police over meetings

Abhijeet Dipke publicly confronted a police officer at his residence in Maharashtra. The confrontation arose from perceived restrictions on whom he could meet. This incident highlights ongoing friction between the individual and law enforcement agencies. Dipke stated that police should not dictate his personal interactions or social life. The situation remains under observation as the fallout continues to unfold. 🚨

🌾 Monsoon relief boosts Punjab and Haryana farming

Monsoon rains have brought much-needed relief to farmers in Punjab and Haryana by improving crop conditions and cutting irrigation needs. This benefit is felt by farmers across both states as the intermittent showers support paddy crops. While 30% rainfall deficit is recorded, recent showers are aiding crop health and reducing electricity use. Experts confirm the rain strengthens roots and improves soil fertility, boosting potential farm incomes. More rainfall is anticipated in the coming days to sustain agricultural and water needs. 🌾

🇨🇴 Colombia elects new leader, vows to crush armed groups 🇨🇴

Right-wing lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia's president after a run-off election. The oath was taken in Cali, a volatile southwest city, instead of the capital, Bogota. De la Espriella promised a crackdown on armed groups and cutting government spending by up to 40 percent. This signals a clear shift away from the negotiated peace pursued by Gustavo Petro. The US State Department also announced a $1 billion security assistance plan for his administration.

🇯🇵 Japanese student gets ₹75k compensation after jail stint

Japanese national Hirotoshi Tanaka received ₹75,000 compensation from the Karnataka government. This payment addresses his 19-day unnecessary judicial custody in Bengaluru in 2019. The KSHRC order came after Tanaka faced issues following an incident at an English academy. He alleged police bribery and harassment leading to the formal complaint. The commission also recommended disciplinary action against the involved officer. 💴

💻 Amazon sale Day 2: Top tech deals up to 71% off

Day 2 of the Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2026 is offering massive discounts across electronics and home appliances. Shoppers in India can grab deals on laptops, monitors, and appliances from various leading brands. Specific deals include a SanDisk 2TB SSD at 71% off, priced at Rs 29,999. These sales provide chances to upgrade gadgets and smart home items amidst ongoing price hikes. Customers should check out these limited-time offers before the sale ends. 🤩

📈 Edelweiss REITs Fund: Worth the investment?

The Edelweiss Nifty REITs & Realty Index Fund is currently in its NFO period, tracking the Nifty REITs & Realty Total Return Index. This fund holds 60% REITs and 40% realty stocks, with an index inception date of July 01, 2021. While REITs offer cash flows from real estate, the fund is cyclical and not a low-risk income source. Tax rules apply differently for short-term and long-term capital gains for this fund. Experts suggest considering hybrid funds for safer portfolio inclusion.

🦁 Lion's Gate vibes hit today ✨

A high-energy Lion’s Gate portal is aligning with the eclipse portal on August 8, 2026. This energy helps people clear burdens and ties up loose ends across the board. Aries gains clarity on aspirations, while Taurus sees finances improving after clearing old issues. Gemini moves through a vortex, boosting inner strength, and Cancer needs to lead toward happiness. 💫

🏏 Dhawan praises young star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 🏏

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan highly praised teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his fearless batting and young talent. Dhawan noted that reaching the international level at age 15 is a massive achievement, especially considering his IPL displays. Sooryavanshi recently won Player of the Series against Zimbabwe after scoring 151 runs in three matches. His breakthrough came after a dominant IPL 2026 season with Rajasthan Royals, where he scored 776 runs. Dhawan expressed confidence that Sooryavanshi's future in cricket is going to be very good.

🎬 Jana Nayagan sees a drop in earnings on day 16

Thalapathy Vijay's movie, 'Jana Nayagan', earned Rs 1.18 crore on Day 16 in India. This performance was across 2,010 shows, marking a 26.2% drop from the previous day's collections. The film has now crossed Rs 186.33 crore in net collection across India. Its worldwide gross collection has reached Rs 310.03 crore after strong initial performance. The film might wrap up its theatrical run soon given the slowing daily collections.