📈 BSE swapping Wipro in Nifty 50 could bring big money

BSE shares are set to replace IT major Wipro on the NSE's benchmark Nifty 50 index starting September 30th. Nuvama estimates this inclusion will bring $695 million in inflows to BSE, while Wipro is expected to see $240 million in outflows. BSE has shown strong performance, up 37% in 2026 so far and 50% in a year. Wipro, conversely, is down 31% in 2026 and 23% over the last year. The change is based on BSE meeting the required free-float market capitalization criteria for the index.

🛰️ Perseverance rover nails Mars marathon run

NASA's Perseverance rover completed a marathon distance on Mars on June 14, 2026, significantly faster than Opportunity needed. This feat occurred on its 1,890th Martian day near Jezero Crater. While Opportunity took 11 years and two months, Perseverance's mobility system supported sustained travel across a large distance. The onboard AutoNav system helps the rover navigate hazards between human instructions. This shows carefully bounded autonomy is becoming a routine part of Mars exploration. 🛰️

⚖️ Missing Person FIR now for everyone, not just kids

The Supreme Court clarified that immediate FIR registration for missing persons applies to everyone, regardless of age or gender. This direction was issued by Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and R. Mahadevan while reviewing human trafficking measures. Previously, some States wrongly assumed the term 'person' only meant children, which the Court called a 'mala fide bogey'. States failing to comply with the May 22, 2026, order could face contempt proceedings. The Court has directed issuance of contempt notices to concerned Chief Secretaries and DGPs. 🚨

🔋 Scandium boosts sodium-ion battery life

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science found that scandium doping and coating significantly enhance sodium-ion battery durability. The study focused on the NNMO cathode material, which typically loses capacity during cycling. After 100 cycles, capacity retention jumped to 67.8% for doped and 75.4% for coated samples. Full-cell tests showed coated cells retained 91.2% capacity after 300 cycles. Future research aims to adapt these methods using cheaper elements for wider use. 🔋

🌍 7.4 Quake Hits Colombia, Buildings Crumble

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, causing widespread destruction across the country. The quake's epicenter was located in the western department of Chocó, leading to massive structural damage. As of the reports, at least 132 people have died and over 570 have been injured in the disaster. The government declared a national disaster and deployed soldiers to assist with the ongoing rescue operations. Authorities are continuing search efforts while assessing the full impact in the remote Chocó region.

🥛 Milky Mist IPO opens Aug 11; check the deets

Milky Mist's IPO goes live on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, for the fast-growing packaged food company. The company operates across India, with its main base and significant revenue coming from Southern India. In FY26, the brand generated ₹3,054.57 crore in revenue, and the IPO aims to raise ₹1,553 crore. This funding will be used for loan repayment, facility expansion, and cold-chain infrastructure upgrades. The price band is set between ₹133 and ₹140 per share, with a minimum lot size of 107 shares. 🥛

🛠️ Steam Deck modder creates tiny handheld beast

A modder named u/PhyFawkes on Reddit has transformed a Steam Deck into a compact handheld device called the SteamBoy. This creation uses the original Steam Deck LCD motherboard, daughter boards, and controller boards stacked vertically. The device features stock ABXY buttons and a single trackpad, but currently needs an external display to function. The mod involved custom engineering, including a new 1200x1080p AMOLED panel and a 3D-printed fan bracket. Performance is managed by running the CPU and GPU at a -50 mV undervolt.

❤️ AI saves lives by catching heart risks early

An AI-powered remote patient monitoring system prevented 115 cardiac Code Blue emergencies at Marengo CIMS Hospital. This system was deployed at Marengo CIMS Hospital in Ahmedabad, India. Over the last 2.5 years, it monitored over 6,551 high-risk patients, averting 836 cases of deterioration. The platform tracks vital signs and sends alerts to doctors when risks are detected, even post-discharge. This technology helps reduce ICU stays and lowers treatment costs for high-risk individuals. 🏥

📉 Retail investors bet big against falling bluechips

Retail investors made a massive Rs 17,914 crore contrarian bet on six major Indian companies during the June quarter. This big wager focused heavily on tech stocks like Infosys, TCS, and Wipro in the market. These stocks saw declines ranging from 0.26% to 20.11% over that three-month period. Experts caution that the IT sector's future depends on uncertain global spending recovery. The outcome of this dip-buying strategy remains to be seen as earnings visibility improves. 😟

🌀 Pacific typhoon season predicted to be super active 🌀

The current typhoon season in the Northwest Pacific Ocean is set to be among the most intense on record due to strengthening El Niño. Tropical Storm Risk, a commercial forecaster, issued this projection from London on Monday. They forecast twenty typhoons, with thirteen being intense, compared to 10-year averages of 14.2 and 8.4. This activity is boosted by strong El Niño and weak trade winds correlating with high Pacific Ocean temperatures. The season, typically June to October, will see storms hitting nations like China, Japan, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

📚 Deepti Gaur Mukerjee appointed as Higher Education Secretary

Deepti Gaur Mukerjee has been appointed to the crucial role of Higher Education Secretary. She is an IAS officer who has taken on this significant governmental post. The appointment was officially made on October 26, 2023, by the relevant authorities. This move aims to bolster governance within the education sector across the country. Her tenure will focus on driving key reforms in Indian higher education. 📚