😥 Man allegedly kills two daughters near Bengaluru airport

A 35-year-old man allegedly murdered his two daughters, aged five and 10, before attempting suicide at a five-star hotel near Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Monday. The girls were discovered deceased inside a room while the man was found unconscious with severe throat injuries in the same location. Authorities are currently examining CCTV footage and digital evidence related to the incident. A note referencing an alleged extramarital relationship was found, but its link to the deaths is unconfirmed. Further action will be taken based on the evidence gathered after the accused is medically fit. 😥

🏏 Gavaskar switched stance to save team in Ranji Trophy

Sunil Gavaskar batted left-handed during a 1981-82 Ranji Trophy game to counter a bowler's threat. This occurred in Bengaluru while Bombay was facing a potential defeat against Karnataka. Raghuram Bhat, a left-arm orthodox spinner, had taken 5 wickets in the second innings. Gavaskar’s strategy was to make the ball turn into his pads instead of towards the slips. He batted left-handed for over 60 minutes, scoring an unbeaten 18 runs. 🏏

💰 Gold hits 10-week high on FOMO and China demand

Gold prices have surged to a 10-week high recently. This rally is being driven by investor fear of missing out (FOMO) and strong demand from China. Specific price movements have seen increases across the board in the current market cycle. This upward trend is supported by global economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. Analysts suggest the momentum could continue depending on future economic data releases. 📈

🚀 Tesla-SpaceX merger could unlock Musk's massive payout

A critical clause in Elon Musk's Tesla stock award could trigger a huge payout if a merger with SpaceX happens. This potential deal involves the automaker and rocket company, which investors have widely speculated about. The original $1 trillion target could be unlocked by an acquisition, potentially reaching $7.5 trillion with an $8.5 trillion bid. This clause essentially bypasses many performance goals set for the CEO. Musk's control over SpaceX gives him significant power in steering any such acquisition. 🚀

📉 Wall Street dips amid Hormuz concerns

Wall Street markets finished with a lower closing bell due to ongoing jitters related to the Hormuz Strait. Investors are currently focused on the upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) data release for market direction. The latest figures are highly anticipated by traders globally. This economic data point could become the next major catalyst influencing stock movements. Market participants are waiting to see how the CPI data impacts trading sentiment next week. 📉

📱 ColorOS 17 closed beta is finally live

OPPO has launched the ColorOS 17 closed beta across China, India, and global markets for select flagship devices. This testing includes models from OPPO, OnePlus, and Realme, with a cap of 300 users per device. The initial builds are rolling out in two waves on August 11, 2026, and August 13, 2026. This update is significant because it marks the end of OxygenOS and Realme UI, consolidating software under ColorOS. Users can apply via Settings, but beta builds are expected to have bugs. 📱

🔋 iPhone 18 Pro Max battery specs leak in China

Actual battery images of the iPhone 18 Pro Max have reportedly leaked in China recently. The leaks show a capacity of 5,391 mAh, matching an earlier rumor for the physical SIM model. It is therefore likely the eSIM variant will indeed have a 5,567 mAh battery. This means the 18 Pro Max sees a 9% to 12% boost over the 17 Pro Max. Apple is set to launch this model next month alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra. 🔋

🛡️ Mecca pact expanding? New Middle East security bloc forming

A defence pact involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, signed in Mecca, might grow to include more Islamic nations. This alliance is emerging amid growing concerns over US security in the Middle East due to Iran's actions. The pact treats an attack on one member as an attack on all, similar to Nato's Article 5. Egypt is cited as the next likely member, with Qatar and Kuwait also being strong candidates. Analysts suggest this marks a shift towards a regional security order less dependent on the US.

🛂 Bengali Woman Deported from Mumbai to Bangladesh

Sahida Fakir was forcibly pushed to Bangladesh after leaving her home in Navi Mumbai to buy food on July 19. The Mumbai police detained her on suspicion of being an illegal immigrant, despite her being Bengali. On July 23, she was informed she had been sent to Bangladesh, despite possessing her 1995 birth certificate. A human rights group flagged the arbitrary detention to the Calcutta High Court, citing lack of legal basis. Fakir is fighting the deportation, as Sahida's family confirms her permanent Indian residency. 😥

🔬 Watching cancer cells live to speed up drug discovery

Scientists are exploring technologies to observe living cancer cells in real time to boost disease understanding and drug discovery. This work is being done by Precigenetics in San Francisco to revolutionize oncology research. The platform combines Raman spectroscopy and microfluidics to generate real-time data, moving beyond static snapshots. Experts believe this live-cell cinema approach will reveal how cells adapt and resist treatments. This could significantly improve preclinical research for various diseases, not just cancer. 🔬

🌧️ Delhi-NCR gets pleasant start, rain expected till Aug 16

Delhi-NCR residents started Tuesday with pleasant weather, featuring light winds and cloudy skies across the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall in the national capital and adjoining areas until August 16. The nation is set for another active monsoon spell starting Tuesday, with heavy rain expected in parts of northwest, central, eastern, northeastern, and western India. Delhi recently had its wettest August day in two years, with 98.7 mm recorded on Saturday. These monsoon conditions are being driven by the monsoon trough and a low-pressure area over north Madhya Pradesh.