🚗 TN launches ₹500 Cr road safety mission

The Chief Minister’s Road Safety Mission will launch in six to eight months with an annual budget of ₹500 crore. Minister Aadhav Arjuna announced this during the Highways Department debate in the Assembly in Tamil Nadu. This initiative aims to curb road accident deaths, especially since Tamil Nadu ranks high in accidents. The plan includes installing ANPR cameras on all highways and upgrading 25 hospitals into emergency response centres. Additionally, a land acquisition wing will be formed for faster project execution.

🚀 AI Chip Startup Etched Hits $21B Valuation

Etched, an AI chip startup, has seen its valuation skyrocket to $21 billion. This massive jump happened in under a single month. The company achieved this significant valuation milestone recently. Etched focuses on developing advanced semiconductor chips for the AI market. Investors are now watching to see the company's next big move in the tech space.

🔥 Congress leader challenges Punjab Congress chief

Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring is facing internal dissent as a second-rung leader questioned his leadership publicly. Brinder Singh Dhillon, from Rupnagar, launched sharp social media attacks against Warring, who is close to former CM Charanjit Singh Channi. This confrontation led the Rupnagar DCC to seek disciplinary action against Dhillon around this time. The issue highlights growing cracks in the state unit ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. This developing situation suggests a major battle over party control is starting.

🚀 Velaura AI hits billion-dollar valuation milestone

Chip designer Velaura AI has secured significant funding, propelling its valuation past the $1 billion mark. This milestone was achieved during a recent, undisclosed funding round for the company. The valuation was confirmed by Reuters and marks a major financial achievement for the startup. Velaura AI focuses on developing advanced AI chips for various technological applications. The company is expected to continue expanding its operations and research in the coming fiscal year. 🚀

🔬 Berkeley Lab builds 'Swiss Army Knife' microscope 🔬

Researchers at Berkeley Lab developed MOSAIC, a reconfigurable microscope combining over ten imaging techniques into one compact instrument. This device allows scientists to track biological processes across various scales using the same sample for comparison. MOSAIC can generate up to four terabytes of data per hour, pushing current biological discovery limits. The instrument uses adaptive optics to correct blurring caused by living tissue aberrations. Now, the focus is shifting to the computational ability to process this massive influx of data.

🗳️ Delhi voter roll changes explained

The enumeration exercise for Delhi's voter-roll revision is complete, with the draft electoral roll expected on August 24. Initially, Delhi had 145 lakh electors, and 97.5 lakh forms were digitized by August 17. South East Delhi has the highest potential deletion rate at 43.68 percent, while Outer North is lowest at 24.32 percent. Voters can file objections from August 24 to September 23 before the final roll on October 27. This process aims to update rolls, with 75 percent of non-digitized forms linked to resident shifts. 🗳️

🤔 Dalit 'Touch' Still Needs Purifying After 80 Years?

Anand Teltumbde commented on persistent social prejudices concerning Dalits. He stated that after 80 years, the 'polluting' touch of a Dalit still requires 'purifying.' This controversial remark highlights deep-rooted caste biases within society. Teltumbde’s comments sparked significant debate across academic and public spheres. The ongoing conversation aims to address these entrenched social inequalities.

⚖️ Meta's addiction claims trial begins in US

Landmark opening statements have started in a US federal court against Meta over its impact on kids' mental health. California, Colorado, Kentucky, and New Jersey are accusing the social media giant in California. The states sued in 2023, with four states proceeding this week for several weeks. The lawsuit claims Meta deliberately designs addictive features and collects data without consent. Judge Rogers will decide the case, potentially imposing massive fines if Meta is found liable. 😟

🦋 Solar tech tracks endangered monarch butterflies 🦋

The monarch butterfly has been listed as an endangered species by the IUCN in 2022. Scientists in California are using tiny, solar-powered radio backpacks to track their movements. In November 2025, staff tagged monarchs at three sites across San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. This technology helps researchers understand how monarchs use overwintering groves and local nectar sources. The data collected will inform the future restoration and management of these critical habitats.

🦋 Solar tags tracking endangered monarch butterflies 🦋

Monarch butterflies have been listed as an endangered species by the IUCN in 2022. Researchers in California are using tiny solar-powered radio backpacks to track their movements. The USFWS Coastal Program partnered with Althouse & Meade to tag monarchs at three sites in November 2025. This technology helps scientists understand how monarchs use overwintering groves and nectar sources. The data gathered will inform the future restoration and management of these important habitats.

⚽ Rodri on Yamal's growth and caution on Alvarez

Rodri shared his readiness to contribute to Barcelona after his move to the club. He mentioned that Hansi Flick sees room for his improvement and can help fill in the gaps in his game. Rodri praised Lamine Yamal for understanding football as a collective game, stating individuals are secondary to winning titles. Regarding Julian Alvarez, Rodri remained cautious, respecting Atletico Madrid and calling him a great striker. The club is continuously working with Deco to develop the squad for future success. ⚽