😟 US Lawmaker Worries About India's FCRA Changes 😟

A US Congressman expressed worry regarding proposed amendments to India's Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). Specifically, Riley Moore on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, stated these changes could enable government takeovers of religious charities. The FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, aims to let a 'Designated Authority' manage foreign assets when an organization's registration is cancelled. This bill also lowers the maximum penalty for violations from five years to one year. Moore warned this could become a major concern in the bilateral relationship between the two nations.

📱 iQOO Z11 India variant gets Pixel-like camera bar

A leaked marketing image suggests the iQOO Z11 for India will feature a completely new horizontal camera bar, unlike its China and Malaysia versions. This Indian variant will use the Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset and come in Aurora Green and Celestial Blue colors. The phone boasts a 6.8-inch 1.5K 3D curved display and has a battery capacity between 7,000–8,000mAh. iQOO seems to be treating India as a design lab, giving it a premium, distinctive look for the competitive local market. The launch is expected around August 2026, with a projected price of ₹35,000.

😟 Telangana police hunt basketball coach in harassment case

Telangana police are actively searching for a basketball coach accused of sexually harassing a minor over the last two years. The accused, 30-year-old Prudhveeshwar Reddy, is reportedly an official with the Telangana Basketball Association. An FIR was registered at Madhapur police station on July 24, following an earlier zero FIR at RC Puram police station. The harassment allegedly included obscene gestures and caste-based comments during tournaments. Investigations are currently ongoing to locate the absconding coach. 😟

🎧 Nothing drops CMF Clip Pro earbuds with a Smart Dial

Nothing has officially launched its CMF Clip Pro earbuds, which feature a unique clip-on design. These are available in the US and UK, alongside continental Europe and the rest of the world. The earbuds boast 10 hours of music playback and support Bluetooth 5.4 and LDAC codecs. The charging case includes a Smart Dial for volume and playback control, while the buds have IP54 dust and splash resistance. They will be available for $99 / £79 starting August 15th. 🎧

🏛️ Lok Sabha House Committee still not set up

The House Committee of the Lok Sabha, which handles member residences and amenities, has not been reconstituted a month after the last panel's term ended. Currently, the Lok Sabha secretariat is managing all the committee's functions for now. Last year, on July 14, the Speaker authorized the Secretary General to make administrative decisions. This committee advises on government residence allocation and reviews maintenance policies for members. Moving forward, the committee's role in overseeing residential services remains pending.

🔭 Total solar eclipse hits Europe on Aug 12, 2026 🌑

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, sweeping across Greenland, Iceland, and northern Spain. Skywatchers in Greenland are aboard MS Spitsbergen, while another reporter is in Valoria la Buena, Spain. The event will see day briefly turn to twilight along the path of totality. Millions elsewhere in Europe and North America will see a partial eclipse. Live updates are planned from both Arctic and Spanish locations.

🌑 Solar Eclipse Hype: Totality nears on Aug 12, 2026

A total solar eclipse is set to sweep across parts of Europe on August 12, 2026, marking the first since 1999 in some areas. Daisy Dobrijevic is in Greenland aboard MS Spitsbergen, while Anthony Wood is in Spain joining the DEB initiative. The event will feature a brief twilight as the moon covers the sun, showing the corona. Millions globally will witness a partial eclipse across Europe, Northeast US, and Eastern Canada. Citizens are encouraged to watch while also providing data for astronomers.

🌒 Total solar eclipse hits Europe on Aug 12, 2026 🌑

A total solar eclipse is set to occur on August 12, 2026, as the moon covers the sun across parts of Europe. Skywatchers in Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and the Balearic Islands will see totality along a specific path. Millions elsewhere will witness a partial eclipse across much of Europe and parts of the northeastern US and eastern Canada. Reporters are covering the event from Greenland aboard HX Expeditions' MS Spitsbergen and from Valoria la Buena, Spain. Viewers must use certified eye protection for any partial views of the eclipse.

🔭 Total solar eclipse coming to Europe on Aug 12, 2026

A total solar eclipse is set to happen on August 12, 2026, visible across Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and the Balearic Islands. Daisy Dobrijevic is on HX Expeditions' MS Spitsbergen in Greenland, while Anthony Wood is in Valoria la Buena, Spain. Millions across Europe and parts of the US/Canada will see a partial eclipse, and clouds might not ruin the view. Viewers must use certified eclipse glasses for safety during the event. 🔭

🌕 Total solar eclipse hits Europe on Aug 12, 2026 🌑

A total solar eclipse is set to happen on August 12, 2026, making its return to Europe since 1999. The event will be seen over Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and the Balearic Islands. Millions will witness either total or partial eclipses across Europe and parts of the US and Canada on that date. Reporters are stationed in Greenland aboard MS Spitsbergen and in Valoria la Buena, Spain, for live coverage. Viewers are advised to use certified eclipse glasses before this major celestial event.

🗺️ Amaravati master plan feedback starts in villages

The APCRDA has launched Gram Sabhas across the Amaravati region to collect public input on the Master Plan and road network. Officials held sessions in Ananthavaram and Nekkallu villages under the West Central-1 Grid on August 4th. The proposed network aims to link village roads with the Land Pooling Scheme road system for future needs. The government plans to set a firm timeline for completing land pooling for major infrastructure projects. Furthermore, the minister directed adherence to the August 2028 deadline for the first phase of Amaravati construction. 🏗️