😠 Vizag police face backlash over procession denial

Vizag police are facing criticism after refusing permission for a procession against data centers. The protest was organized by local activists in Visakhapatnam. The organizers had planned the demonstration for November 15th, 2024. The push for the rally was in response to concerns about the environmental impact of growing data centers in the region. Authorities are now under pressure to reconsider their decision regarding the protest. 😔

🏍️ Bajaj Pulsar N160 S and SS drop in three shades

Bajaj Auto has officially launched the 2026 Pulsar N160 S and N160 SS in India. These models are available in three colours: Brooklyn Black, Pearl Metallic White, and Atlantic Blue. The bikes feature a new 164.5cc, four-valve engine producing 18.5bhp, alongside Bajaj's Crawl technology. The N160 SS is loaded with features like ride-by-wire and Google Maps mirroring on its TFT console. The N160 S remains a more accessible option with single-channel ABS.

🐟 Beaver-like dams boost salmon survival in California

Restoration projects using beaver dam analogues have significantly improved coho salmon survival in northern California creeks. The work focused on Sugar Creek and French Creek within the Klamath River watershed. Juvenile survival in French Creek jumped from a mean of 8% before restoration to 60% after installations. This is crucial because young salmon need cool, slow-water refuges during dry summers. The success shows restoring lost ecological features can buffer salmon against drought. 🐟

🏛️ Delhi HC asks judges to share PAN details with IT dept

The Delhi High Court mandated that Private Secretaries of Supreme and High Court judges must provide PAN and return specifics to the Income Tax Department. This followed a July 22, 2026, interim order regarding the taxability of judicial allowances. The Income Tax Department needed this info because their system couldn't identify judicial returns automatically. Judges must submit details by August 18, and any existing demands or refunds are paused until the dispute is settled. The core issue stems from a challenge to CBDT's memo denying certain allowances under new tax rules.

🧠 AI helps debunk 87-year-old math mystery

An Anthropic researcher found a counterexample to the 87-year-old Jacobian conjecture using Claude Fable 5. Levent Alpöge announced this breakthrough on X, stating the conjecture is false. This finding is reportedly simple enough to verify and overturns decades of mathematical belief. The counterexample works in three dimensions with a constant Jacobian determinant of -2. The discovery suggests the conjecture is false for dimensions higher than two, though the original 2D version remains unsolved.

💡 Landfill turns into solar farm in New Haven ☀️

A capped landfill off Middletown Avenue in New Haven has been converted into a 1,920-panel solar farm. This project, led by Greenskies Clean Energy, operates on a 20-year lease with the city. It is set to produce over 1.4 million kilowatt hours of power annually, powering about 200 homes. The initiative will generate $72,000 per year for the city, which is a major financial win. New Haven plans to expand its solar footprint further with more upcoming projects.

🛵 Vinfast patents new Rasad electric maxi-scooter in India

Vinfast has recently filed design patents for its Rasad concept-based electric maxi-scooter in India. The scooter is expected to have its world premiere in the last quarter of CY 2026, suggesting an Indian launch within the same year. Vinfast plans to sell its electric two-wheelers via the CKD route, assembling them at its Thoothukudi factory in Tamil Nadu. This premium maxi-scooter could introduce a new segment as current maxi-scooters are only in the ICE category. It features a polygonal LED headlamp and is rumored to top at 100 kmph. 🛵

💻 CERT-In hiring 133 Scientists for 2026

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has opened applications for 133 Scientist-B positions. This direct recruitment drive is for Group-A level 10 posts across India and outside India. Applications are open from July 14, 2026, until August 17, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Shortlisting will be based on valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026, giving equal weightage to all three years. Selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500. 💻

😟 Teen stays in ponds, claims burning sensation

A 16-year-old boy named Iqbal has been staying in ponds in Beldanga, Murshidabad district, for almost a month. He reports a burning sensation and feeling possessed when he comes out of the water. Doctors warn that long water exposure can cause skin and fungal infections, which aligns with his pale hands and feet. His parents sought help as earlier hospital visits showed no improvement in his condition. Locals are appealing to the administration to arrange necessary medical treatment for the teenager. 😟

🚨 Four suspected terrorists spotted on J&K peak

A video reportedly showing four suspected terrorists scaling Ramtund Peak in Doda, J&K, has surfaced, leading to a major anti-terror operation. Security agencies were alerted by locals late Monday, August 10, 2026, regarding the sighting. This latest incident has triggered a massive search operation across the sensitive mountainous terrain. Reinforcements from Army, police, and CRPF were mobilized on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Preliminary intel suggests the group might include three foreign and one local terrorist.

💧 Cauvery Water Dispute: TN Gets 12,000 Cusecs

A River Water Panel has instructed Karnataka to release 12,000 Cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu. This directive addresses the ongoing Cauvery water dispute between the two states. The order specifies that this allocation should be maintained for a period of 15 days. This ruling comes amid continuous tension over river water sharing between the states. Further monitoring and compliance from Karnataka are expected in the coming days. 💧