💰 Vivo X300 FE price hikes again on Flipkart

Vivo has increased the price of its Vivo X300 FE smartphone once more on both Flipkart and its official store. The device originally launched in May with prices starting at ₹79,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant. The latest hike brings the 12GB/256GB model to ₹89,999 and the 512GB model to ₹99,999 as of now. This price escalation occurs despite no reported hardware upgrades to justify the cost increase. A new 8GB/256GB option at ₹84,999 is being introduced to create a cheaper entry point. 📱

😠 P. Jayarajan fights fake photo linking him to smuggling case

CPI(M) State committee member P. Jayarajan announced he will take legal action against those sharing a fake photo. This photo falsely links him with Arjun Ayanki, who is accused in a gold smuggling case. The manipulated image supposedly shows Jayarajan with Ayanki, who was arrested in Kannur on August 10, 2026. Jayarajan pointed out the photo digitally adds a lost thumb, referencing an injury from 27 years ago. Legal proceedings against this fake campaign have already begun.

🏠 DDA puts leasehold-to-freehold conversions on hold

The DDA's existing residential property conversion policy is currently under review by the government to make the process more citizen-friendly. Union Minister of State Tokhan Sahu announced this on Monday in the Rajya Sabha. All pending conversion requests have been put on hold while this rationalization review is underway. The policy currently covers various DDA-allotted flats and built-up residential plots, provided there are no title disputes. This scheme remains optional for eligible property holders, and applications require a Rs 200 processing fee. 🏡

💻 Lenovo's Project Swan: A Rollable ThinkBook Reveal

Lenovo is prepping to launch Project Swan, a new rollable-display laptop for businesses. This device is part of the ThinkBook line and has been shown in exclusive, high-resolution images. It features a flexible OLED panel that rolls out from both edges using motorized rails. While other makers focus on chip shortages, Lenovo is still investing in this experimental form factor. More details on this rollable Windows 11 PC are expected as Lenovo prepares for Innovation World 2026. 💻

😠 The Division Resurgence PC Port Gets Steam Roast

Ubisoft's free-to-play shooter, The Division Resurgence, released on Steam on August 5th. The port, which originated on Android and iOS, is facing harsh criticism from players. As of now, only 45 percent of user reviews on Steam are positive, resulting in a 'Mixed' rating. Reviewers are complaining about heavy menu clutter, loot boxes, and clear pay-to-win monetization. Ubisoft needs to seriously update the experience instead of just porting the mobile version.

⛽ Oil prices jump as Hormuz strait stays shut

Oil prices are surging due to ongoing concerns over the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed. This situation involves Iran's demands for US concessions to reopen the vital waterway. Brent crude futures rose over $2 on Monday, reaching $84.64 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate rose to $80.63. Last week saw a dip as hopes for a deal existed, which caused US petrol prices to fall nine cents. Analysts warn that upward pressure on fuel costs could return quickly if the strait remains inaccessible.

🗳️ Minister pushes for coalition support in local polls

Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy asked for public support for the coalition government during upcoming local body elections. He inaugurated ₹2.76 crore development works in Koilkuntla town, Banaganapalli constituency, on Monday, August 10, 2026. He contrasted his government's ₹8 crore in two years with the YSRCP's ₹24 lakh over five years. Reddy also mentioned setting up water plants with his own ₹12 lakh funds. He criticized the YSRCP for governance issues and urged them to debate in the Assembly. 🛠️

🏥 Activist hospitalized after 9-day hunger strike protest

Activist Devendra Nath Mahto was hospitalized after his health worsened during a protest march to the Jharkhand Assembly. He, a JLKM leader, was protesting alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment exams in Ranchi. The nine-day hunger strike led to his critical condition when his blood sugar dropped drastically on Monday. Protesters clashed with police using water cannons and lathi charges near the Assembly. Mahto vows to continue the agitation, demanding reforms and cancellation of several JPSC exams. 🏥

🧐 Honduras' mammal count is finally updated after 30 years

Eight years of research meticulously sifted through 300,000 records to document Honduran mammals. This comprehensive review was conducted by Manfredo A. Turcios-Casco and 14 co-authors in Honduras. The final inventory identifies 227 native mammal species, replacing an outdated 1998 record. This effort highlights how crucial local knowledge is in wildlife research outside formal surveys. Authors predict the total could rise to 258 as more data is confirmed. 🧐

⚖️ Lok Sabha passes bill to reform India's tribunals

The Lok Sabha recently passed the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, aiming to revamp the oversight of India's various tribunals. This move involves creating a National Tribunals Commission, based in New Delhi, to monitor performance and handle complaints. The bill lists 16 tribunals under this new commission's purview, although the NCLT is notably excluded from its direct scope. These reforms follow a Supreme Court judgment that found parts of the 2021 act unconstitutional regarding judicial independence. The commission will appoint members and manage a National Tribunals Data Grid for these 16 bodies. ⚖️

🏥 Fast-ing activist hospitalised during Jharkhand protest

Devendra Mahto, who had been fasting for nine days over exam anomalies, was hospitalized after his health worsened during a planned march. He was in Ranchi, Jharkhand, when the incident occurred on Monday. During the protest against recruitment irregularities, several agitators and four policemen were injured. Mahto's aide claimed he was injured by police during a lathi-charge near the assembly. The protesters are continuing their demands for a CBI probe into the exam irregularities. 🏥