🚗 Mahindra Scorpio N Facelift Z2 Base Variant Details

Mahindra recently released a facelifted Scorpio N, which introduces features like a panoramic sunroof and ventilated seats. The base Z2 variant is being compared to compact SUVs due to its similar pricing in lower trims. It comes with a 9-inch touchscreen and second-row AC vents, but lacks features like Apple CarPlay. The Z2 starts at Rs 13.69 lakh for petrol manual, offering powerful mStallion and mHawk engine options. This variant suits budget-conscious buyers willing to trade extra tech for strong performance. 🚀

🚨 Mumbai tech director arrested in Jharkhand paper leak case

A private agency director was arrested on Monday concerning the 2022 Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission paper leak. The accused, Arun Kumar, is the director of Bynsis Technology Private Limited based in Mumbai. The leak involved a junior engineer exam scheduled for July 3, 2022, which was meant to fill 1,279 posts. Police investigation started after a complaint was filed by Mithlesh Kumar Mahto on July 14, 2022. The SIT found evidence implicating the agency, and five others were already arrested. 🧐

📚 Kerala Uni V-C vows to fix LLB exams

Kerala University Vice-Chancellor Mohanan Kunnummal pledged to make the LLB exam process more transparent and efficient. This assurance came after the Students’ Federation of India protested over wide mark variations in LLB revaluation. Moving forward, question papers will be sent online to colleges just before the exam instead of in advance. The university will also start centralized valuation camps for LLB scripts across different zones. Furthermore, the university will seriously consider dropping the K-REAP software due to numerous complaints.

🇮🇳 Tiranga Rally held in Kurnool for Independence Day

A grand 'Tiranga' rally took place in Kurnool city on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The event was organized by the District Congress Committee (DCC) from Kotla Circle to Konda Reddy Buruju. Students, youth, and various organization representatives participated in the rally. DCC president Kranthi Naidu Boya emphasized honouring sacrifices and upholding constitutional values. The call was made for youth to participate in nation-building under the spirit of 'One Flag–One Nation–One India.'

⚕️ Kerala Minister pushes for holistic cancer care

Health Minister K. Muraleedharan stated that various systems of medicine should be used to help cancer patients. He made this point while inaugurating the International Convergence on Co-operative Oncology (ICCO 2026) in Thiruvananthapuram. The event took place on Tuesday and gathered oncologists, Ayurvedic physicians, and researchers. Muraleedharan stressed that mental well-being is as crucial as physical health during cancer treatment. Moving forward, expert input from Ayurveda will guide the formation of the Ayush University. ⚕️

⚽ Barcelona talks to rising midfield star Bernal

Barcelona has scheduled meetings with Marc Bernal and his representatives to discuss improving his contract terms. The club wants to reward the young player, who signed his renewal last September and is contracted until 2030. While his future is secure with a €500 million release clause, the Catalans plan to increase his salary as promised. This action is partly driven by interest from clubs in England, Germany, and Italy. Bernal is viewed as a key long-term pillar for the club's midfield future. 🌟

🎮 Take-Two's spending hits 84% as GTA VI nears

Take-Two Interactive Software generated 84% of its fiscal first-quarter Net Bookings from recurrent consumer spending. This performance was reported by the company in the US as part of its ongoing portfolio strength. Fiscal Q1 Net Bookings totaled $1.39 billion, despite declining 3% from the previous year. The strong outlook is heavily backed by the planned November 19, 2026 launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. Take-Two reiterated its fiscal 2027 Net Bookings guidance between $8 billion and $8.2 billion.

🏍️ BJP bikes out in Shivamogga rally

Hundreds of BJP workers took part in a bike rally held in Shivamogga on Tuesday. The event was organized by the district youth wing as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign ahead of Independence Day. S.N. Channabasappa and other leaders flagged off the rally at Allama Prabhu Park in the city. Workers, many wearing saffron shawls, rode two-wheelers displaying the national tricolour across city streets. Dhananjay Sarji and N.K. Jagadish led the procession.

🏛️ Lok Sabha passes two bills amid massive deadlock

The Lok Sabha passed two bills, one to rename Kerala to ‘Keralam’, without any discussion on August 11, 2026. This happened while the Opposition and government were locked in a deadlock in the Parliament. The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 and the National Co-operative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 were passed during this session. The Opposition stalled proceedings demanding statements on Delhi student protests and Ram Temple theft allegations. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju later accused the Congress of running away from discussions.

🎬 Box office predictions for Toxic and Mirzapur: Final updates

Pinkvilla Predicts has released the final box office forecasts for Toxic (Hindi) and Mirzapur: The Movie. Toxic (Hindi) is projected to gross Rs. 15-20 crore nett on August 26, 2026, following its postponement. Mirzapur: The Movie has a bold forecast of Rs. 22-30 crore for its September 4, 2026 release. Meanwhile, Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 are releasing this Friday with specific forecasts for them. The projections are based on market sentiment and advance trends leading up to the releases. 📈

🚀 India's 2W Exports Hit New Highs in Q2 2026

India's two-wheeler exports saw a big jump in Q2 CY2026, reaching 15,50,852 units. This growth was driven by models like the Boxer and Star City from India. The shipments showed a healthy 36.80% year-on-year growth compared to Q2 2025. The data confirms that exports are diversifying beyond just commuter motorcycles. This momentum suggests a broader international interest in diverse Indian two-wheeler segments. 📈