💰 Titan's Q1 profit surges 63% YoY

Titan Ltd reported a massive 63% year-on-year growth in consolidated net profit, hitting Rs 1,777 crore. This growth was recorded by the consumer discretionary company across its operations in India and internationally. Total income increased by 40% YoY to Rs 20,753 crore for the first quarter. The jewellery business drove this surge, with India jewellery growing 38% to Rs 16,943 crore. The company plans to maintain its momentum across its various product lines moving forward. 💰

🌱 Natural fixes for plant fungus from Garden Up's Ekta

Fungal infections, visible as white patches or black spots, are common in India's humid weather and can harm plants. Mumbai-based researcher Ekta Chaudhary, with a PhD from IISc, offers natural remedies for these issues. For powdery mildew, she suggests a milk and water spray, while advising against using vinegar. Persistent infections may require a weekly microbial concentrate or pruning the affected parts. Ultimately, watering at the roots instead of the leaves is key to preventing fungal growth. 🌿

🏥 Mithun Chakraborty undergoes surgery in Kolkata

Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty was admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata for a surgical procedure. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited him at the hospital on Friday morning. Chakraborty underwent a procedure on Thursday to remove a metal plate implanted after an incident. The procedure was successful, and the actor is currently reported to be in a stable condition. He has two high-profile projects, Batwara 1947 and Jailer 2, in the pipeline.

✊ Ink attack on AISA president in Jharkhand

An ink attack occurred on AISA president Neha Bora during a protest march in Ranchi on Friday. Bora, who is from AISA, was targeted while protesting JPSC and JSSC examination irregularities in Ranchi. The incident took place during ongoing student demonstrations against alleged paper leaks in the 14th JPSC Civil Services Exam and JSSC-CGL exam. Bora alleged that 'RSS-BJP goons' threw the liquid at her and twenty other women during the protest. She stated that she wears this ink with pride and will not be intimidated by the attack. ✊

⚖️ Ex-CAM partner clashes over Shaneen Parikh joining Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas

Shaneen Parikh, a highly experienced dual-qualified solicitor, has joined Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas as a Partner. She previously served as a Partner and Head of International Arbitration at CAM for a decade. Parikh possesses over three decades of legal experience, with extensive work in international arbitrations globally. Her expertise covers commercial, investor-state disputes, and various financial products. This move follows her prior tenure at the erstwhile Amarchand Mangaldas for twenty years.

👩 CJP women leaders: Lawyers, policy experts, and more

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has several prominent women in leadership roles. Ratna Singh is a law graduate from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and handles legal affairs for the party. Vaishnavi Gaur holds a BA LL.B. (Hons.) from Panjab University and leads the Research and Policy division. Aafreen Nawaz is an MBA graduate and actively works on public outreach initiatives. These leaders are part of a broader team alongside men like Abhijeet Dipke and Saurav Das. 🧑‍💼

📉 IT layoffs in India: More than just cost-cutting

The recent wave of layoffs within India's IT sector is prompting a serious conversation among experts. This trend affects numerous employees across major tech hubs throughout the country. Specific figures and dates are not detailed, but the scale of job cuts is significant. Experts argue that the primary driver behind these dismissals is shifting away from simple cost-saving measures. The industry is now facing deeper structural and economic challenges that need immediate attention. 📉

🏠 Xiaomi's home appliances are coming to India, but check this out

Xiaomi is finally bringing its range of high-end appliances and lifestyle products to the Indian market. This expansion will happen under its sub-brand, Mijia, which is defined as Mi Home. The brand officially confirmed this on August 7, 2026, joining its current portfolio like POCO and Redmi. This move aims to grow its connected ecosystem beyond just air purifiers into larger home appliances. The strategy ties into Xiaomi's 2023 Human X Car X Home vision using HyperOS.

🕵️ Foreign cash battles against India surface

Investigations reveal a covert funding war targeting India through various illicit channels. Foreign money, fake front companies, and the hawala system were all reportedly used in these operations. Specific figures and dates related to these activities are under active scrutiny by authorities. This illegal financial activity aims to destabilize the country's internal systems. Authorities are currently intensifying efforts to track and curb these sophisticated money flows.

✊ CPI starts 'Modi Hatao' march in Visakhapatnam

The CPI launched a 'Modi Hatao, Desh Bachao' padayatra in Visakhapatnam on Friday. State Secretariat member J.V. Satyanarayana Murthy led the march from the Alluri Sitarama Raju statue at Poorna Market. This nationwide program started on August 6 and is set to end with a rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on September 1. Murthy also voiced concerns regarding the proposed 7.1 GW of data centre capacity in north Andhra. He urged the State government to review these projects due to potential water and environmental strain.

🌧️ Kerala floods hit: Death toll rises, red alert active ⛈️

The death toll in Kerala has climbed to 26 due to continuous heavy rainfall and flooding across the state. The IMD has issued a red alert for Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod on August 7, 2026. Orange alerts are in effect for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki, while others face yellow alerts. The intense rain is fueled by cyclonic circulations over the Bay of Bengal. Authorities are urging caution as flooding disrupts daily life in the region.