The internet never really takes a day off, and neither do our news notifications. Today’s feed is packed with stories worth knowing, from Indian-origin Bodhana Sivanandan becoming the youngest British women’s chess champion to Ravi Tamta innovating his single-seater electric aircraft in Uttarakhand. If you’ve been scrolling through your feed and wondering what everyone’s talking about, we’ve got you covered. From viral moments and creator updates to celebrity buzz and sports highlights, here’s your quick roundup of the biggest stories making waves across Instagram, X, TikTok and beyond.
1. 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan creates chess history in the 2026 British Chess Championships
Image credit : ecfchess | The 2026 British Chess Championships have come to a close with 11-year-old becoming British youngest women chess champion.
Indian-origin chess talents 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan and 17-year-old Shreyas Royal made chess history by winning the 2026 British Chess Championships. Bodhana became the youngest-ever British women’s chess champion after defeating Ireland’s 14-year-old Trisha Kanyamarala at the championships in Coventry. Meanwhile, 17-year-old Shreyas Royal also made headlines by winning the championship in his category.
2. Hundreds of kites adorn the skies of Sri Lanka
Hundreds of colourful kites took over the skies of Colombo as Sri Lanka hosted its annual kite festival. The event brought together kite enthusiasts and families for the Derana-Signal Colombo International Kite Festival, creating a vibrant spectacle across the city. Images and videos from the festival are also catching attention online, with the colourful skies making for some seriously scroll-stopping visuals.
3. Typhoon Dolphin hits China’s eastern coast
Typhoon Dolphin, described as the strongest tropical cyclone to hit China this year, started hitting China’s eastern coast on Sunday, bringing heavy rainfall and powerful winds. The storm began making landfall near Yuhuan in Zhejiang province in the evening, with winds reaching 151 kmph. The storm has put authorities and residents on alert as they prepare for potentially severe weather conditions.
4. Sarfaraz Khan replaces Sai Sudharsan in Sri Lanka Test series
Image credit : Sarfaraz Khan | Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan has replaced the injured Sai Sudharsan in Team India’s squad.
Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan has replaced the injured Sai Sudharsan in Team India’s squad after Sudharsan sustained an injury. The replacement is for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting on August 15. The BCCI confirmed the replacement in its recent statement.
5. Donald Trump’s shiny, fuller golden hair sparks memes on social media
Donald Trump’s fuller and shinier golden hair at Red Rock Casino in Las Vegas on August 5 became the latest subject of memes and online speculation. Photos of the US President’s appearance quickly sparked memes and speculation about whether he was wearing a wig.
6. Manipur announces reopening of national highways
Image credit : Constro Facilitator | Manipal National Highways open for all after 3 years.
The Manipur government announced the immediate reopening of the state’s national highways, allowing the free movement of people from all communities. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh. The highways had reportedly remained closed for three years, making the move a significant development for connectivity and movement across the state.
7. Asur Season 3 is finally coming back
Image credit : Mister Chang | Asur season 3 to start filming in the month of September.
Fans of the popular crime thriller series Asur have another reason to celebrate, as the third season is finally coming to the floor in September. The show’s comeback has already generated buzz among viewers who have been waiting for the next chapter of the gripping psychological thriller.
8. Arunachal Pradesh standardises names of 27 places
Image credit : Survey of India | The Indian government has officially standardised the names of 27 places in Arunachal Pradesh on Survey of India maps.
The Indian government has officially standardised the names of 27 places in Arunachal Pradesh on Survey of India maps, covering villages, mountain passes, lakes and war memorials across the border state. The move is expected to formalise the names and improve public awareness and recognition of these locations in official records and documents.
9. Ramayana to release overseas before India
Image credit : Yash | Ramayana to release overseas before India.
The much-awaited Ramayana is set to release overseas two days ahead of its India release. The announcement has added to the anticipation surrounding the film, which is among the most talked-about upcoming Indian cinematic projects. Producer Namit Malhotra confirmed that the movie will release in India on Diwali and internationally on November 6.
10. Ravi Tamta test-flies his electric flying vehicle
Innovation from Uttarakhand is also making waves, with Ravi Tamta successfully test-flying his single-seater electric flying vehicle in Almora, Uttarakhand. The development has sparked curiosity online, offering a glimpse into how electric aviation and homegrown innovation could shape the future of personal transportation.
From sports and current affairs to celebrity moments and viral internet culture, today’s biggest stories show just how quickly online conversations evolve. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s roundup of everything dominating Gen Z’s feed.