📱 Tasmac online liquor booking goes live today

Tasmac has launched a new online booking portal, Tasmace2e.in, starting Thursday for its over 4,000 outlets across Tamil Nadu. This system allows customers to check live stock, pay online, and pick up orders, aiming to curb overcharging. Users must be 21 or older to use the site, which supports searching within a 25km radius. While the portal is live, the Madras High Court is simultaneously pushing for all outlets to maintain bill books. 🥃

📺 Judge tosses Paramount merger lawsuit by subscribers

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by consumers challenging the $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín ruled the plaintiffs lacked standing and failed to prove economic harm from the deal. The judge noted the complaint only made boilerplate claims about lower quality and decreased consumer choice. This ruling allows the plaintiffs to revise and refile their complaint for further consideration. Future antitrust cases involving state attorneys general are scheduled for trial on March 2, 2027. 📺

💰 Kerala Lottery: Karunya Plus KN-635 results out

The Karunya Plus KN-635 lottery draw is scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026. The draw will take place at 3 pm at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The first prize amount is set at Rs 1 crore, with the second and third prizes being Rs 30 lakh and Rs 5 lakh. This event is being monitored by an independent panel of judges for full transparency. Winners must claim their prizes within 30 days by visiting the Kerala Lottery Office.

💧 Swimmer Delivers Aid to Assam's Flood Victims

Relief efforts found villages in Assam that were inaccessible by boat, so Produnaya and his team persevered. They traversed chest-deep water and swam to reach stranded families in flood-hit areas. Over 10 days, the team reached 16 remote villages, aiding over 1,000 families with essentials. Produnaya channels his personal hardship into donating earnings from content creation. His long-term vision is to help families rebuild their lives with dignity. 💧

⛽ Top CNG Cars in India: Mileage & Features

Several models boast impressive fuel efficiency with a mileage of 34.43 Km/Kg. These vehicles feature safety enhancements like 6 airbags and start at a price point of Rs 5.97 Lakh. The latest data covers various CNG options available in the Indian market. This high efficiency makes them a strong contender for budget-conscious buyers. Consumers are expected to review these options based on their specific needs and preferences. ⛽

🚨 Police force turns peaceful protests into health nightmares 🤕

Excessive police force during protests has been linked to severe medical crises for participants. In New Delhi, protestors from the Cockroach Janta Party faced lathis, tear gas, and pellet guns on July 20. Multiple individuals required medical attention, with one 20-year-old woman needing ventilator support. These 'less lethal' measures carry risks of lifelong disability and organ damage, according to PHR. Human rights groups are calling for bans on certain devices to prevent further harm.

💉 Health Dept cautions on unsafe tattooing trends

Kerala's Health Department has issued safety guidelines due to the rise of street and festival tattoo studios. These seven-point advisories focus on hygiene, licensing, and sterilisation to prevent diseases like Hepatitis B and C. Dr. Deepa Augustine noted increasing cases of tattoo removal, often for job reasons. Experts advise consulting a dermatologist and ensuring professional procedures to avoid infections. Tattoo artists stress the importance of certified studios and proper aftercare. 💉

🔬 HIV fight: long-acting tools help while vaccine search continues

Researchers reviewed various non-vaccine strategies to combat HIV transmission, noting the difficulty in developing an effective vaccine. Strategies like long-acting injectables and gene-editing offer potential pathways toward the 2030 AIDS goal. For instance, lenacapavir showed 100% and 96% prevention efficacy in Phase III trials with every six-month injections. Long-acting cabotegravir also showed significant reduction in HIV acquisition compared to daily oral treatment. These tools, alongside U=U and VMMC, are key parts of the current prevention landscape. 🔬

💥 Israel strikes South Lebanon amid soldier deaths

Israel conducted a military strike on South Lebanon following reports of soldier casualties. The action took place in the ongoing regional tensions between the involved parties. Specific numbers regarding casualties or the exact date of the strike were not provided in the initial report. This military escalation is occurring while diplomatic talks are still underway in Rome. Future developments will depend on the outcome of these ongoing negotiations. 🇱🇧

😠 Musk slams Mayor Mamdani's grocery store plan

Elon Musk strongly criticized New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to launch city-backed grocery stores offering lower prices. The criticism was made after a post on X questioning the proposal's operations in New York City. The program is set to open five stores across the boroughs, with the first in Hunts Point by the end of 2027, backed by $70 million. Mamdani's administration claims shoppers can save about 30% on a core basket of groceries, saving an average New Yorker $90 monthly. Musk countered, labeling Mamdani a 'thief and a liar,' suggesting AI and robots will deliver free goods.

🎬 Aditya Dhar's Big Spend on Dhurandhar's Look

Madhavan has disclosed that director Aditya Dhar invested an extra Rs 10 Crore for the 'Peak Detailing' of the film Dhurandhar. This significant expenditure was made for the visual and aesthetic perfection of the movie. The detailing costs were incurred during the production phase of the film. This investment highlights the high production value expected from the project. Further updates regarding the film's release date are anticipated soon.