🤖 KLU hosts big AI Build 2026 hackathon

KL University, ASSOCHAM, and 42 Learn jointly organized the 'AI BUILD 2026' AI Engineering Challenge on Monday, August 10, 2026. Students from over 75 engineering colleges participated in the industry-led event held at KLU in Vijayawada. The top 1,000 students advanced to work on real-world problems involving AI and Generative AI. The KLU team won the challenge, while DNR College and Vignan's secured the first runner-up spots. Future rounds will see these selected students tackle more advanced AI projects.

💻 Karnataka cautiously steps into digital exam scoring

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is planning to introduce digital evaluation for SSLC and II PU answer scripts, following CBSE's lead. This shift will initially target smaller exams like the State Open School Examination and Drawing Grade Examination. Currently, around 8 lakh students take the SSLC exam and 6.50 lakh take the II PU exam annually. The board is being cautious due to past controversies surrounding digital evaluation in CBSE. A proposal covering cost and technology will be submitted to the government after reviewing all aspects.

🚨 SRM student missing after beach incident

Alok Kumar, a student from SRM University, has gone missing following an incident that occurred at Nemmeli Beach. His family is urgently calling for assistance, witnesses, and a thorough investigation into the matter. The missing person was last seen around the date of the incident, though specific dates were not provided in the report. The situation has caused significant distress to his family who are appealing to the community for help. Authorities are expected to intensify their search efforts in the coming days. 🚨

⚽ Arsenal reportedly offering Lewis-Skelly to Man Utd & Chelsea

Arsenal is reportedly offering 19-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly to both Chelsea and Manchester United this summer. The player is currently at Arsenal, and manager Mikel Arteta has reportedly decided it's time for him to leave the club. This move comes after Arsenal signed Bruno Guimaraes for £75M, reducing squad space. Lewis-Skelly, who can also play left back, is looking for first-team football. A transfer to either Chelsea or United could provide the fresh start the England international desires. ⚽

💔 Haryana Anganwadi Worker Kills Two Kids, Then Takes Own Life

A disturbing incident unfolded where an Anganwadi worker administered poison-laced milk to two young children. This tragic event occurred in Haryana, involving the worker and the two victims. Reports indicate the incident took place on March 15th, 2024, with the worker subsequently taking her own life. The act has shocked the local community and triggered a major investigation by authorities. Police are currently looking into the matter and gathering more details about the case. 💔

🌊 Rough waves expected near Thiruvananthapuram coast on Tuesday

The coastal areas of Thiruvananthapuram district are expected to face the 'kallakkadal' phenomenon, causing rough seas. INCOIS issued alerts for fishermen and residents along the coast from Kappil to Pozhiyur. Waves between 1.0 to 1.6 meters are predicted until 11:30 pm on Tuesday, with Kanyakumari also seeing 1.4 to 1.5 meters. Authorities are urging everyone to stay away from vulnerable areas due to the rising swell and coastal erosion risk. All sea activities, including tourism, must be avoided until the INCOIS warning is lifted.

🤖 Microsoft gearing up for new AI chip drop

Microsoft is preparing to reveal its next-generation AI chip in September. This major hardware launch is expected to be showcased by the tech giant. The company has been working on this advanced chip for several months leading up to the announcement. This new chip is anticipated to significantly boost performance in AI applications across various sectors. Analysts suggest this move will intensify the AI chip race in the industry.

🧐 Trump admin scraps over 175k visas, says State Dept

The Trump administration has reportedly revoked more than 175,000 visas, according to the State Department. This action affected various individuals across different categories of visas. The numbers reflect decisions made over a specific period, though exact dates aren't detailed here. The move is part of the administration's immigration policy enforcement. Further updates on the visa status changes are expected to come out soon. 🧐

⚽ Liverpool lands Ronald Araujo on loan from Barcelona

Liverpool officially announced the signing of center-back Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona on Monday. The move was finalized after quick negotiations over the weekend, with Araujo signing his contract in just over 24 hours. The deal includes a €55 million buy option that could activate next summer if he performs well under Andoni Iraola. Barcelona was not initially planning to loan him out, but he accepted the offer after discussions with Hansi Flick. This transfer gives Araujo a chance to immediately challenge for a starting spot in the Premier League. ⚽

🚨 Ganguly and wife receive death threats; police probe begins 🚨

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly and his wife Dona allegedly received death threats through letters over a six-month period. The complaint was filed at Thakurpukur Police Station in south Kolkata after two explicit threat letters arrived at his office on Monday. The threats warned against harm to Ganguly, Dona, and their close associates. Investigators suspect the letters were sent via a courier service potentially based in Belgharia, North 24 Parganas district. Kolkata Police are now examining the courier trail and a traced mobile number to identify the sender.

🤝 Punjab ends outsourcing, brings 28,000 workers under govt contract

The Punjab Assembly unanimously passed the Punjab State Outsourced Personnel (Transition to Contractual Engagement) Bill, 2026. This move targets eligible outsourced employees in Group-C and Group-D categories across Punjab. In the first phase, 26,000 to 28,000 workers will immediately benefit from this legislation. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann called this a historic step against contractual exploitation by eliminating private contractors. These employees will now receive benefits like provident fund and gratuity, starting from August 10, 2026.