📊 MSCI reshuffles global index with Indian stock changes

MSCI is making changes to its key global index this August. Four Indian stocks are slated to be added, while three existing stocks will be removed from the index. This rejig is part of the index provider's regular review cycle for market representation. The changes reflect MSCI's ongoing effort to update global market indices accurately. Investors will be watching closely to see how these shifts impact stock valuations moving forward. 📊

🔬 Kosambi's vision for science education in India

When DD Kosambi joined TIFR in June 1945, he started as a Professor of Mathematics. He joined the institute in Bombay, which was founded by Homi Bhabha. The institute began with initial seed money from the Dorab Tata Trust in 1945. Kosambi, an academic maverick, was brought in to build the School of Mathematics at the research facility. His academic focus was heavily on his work, which meant his family life took a backseat. 🔬

🚀 Musk says staff will parent SpaceX's AI, Grok

Elon Musk told SpaceX employees that the company will train its Grok AI model using internal corporate communications and staff data. This initiative, held during a company town hall, aims to instill human-aligned values into superintelligent AI systems. The AI will effectively inherit the thoughts and beliefs from the aerospace workforce operations. This move follows tech giants turning to employee data as internet training data runs low. SpaceX is also finalizing a $60 billion acquisition of AI coding platform Cursor.

📱 Vivo S2 5G vs Oppo F33 5G: Which to pick?

A detailed comparison is available between the Vivo S2 5G and Oppo F33 5G concerning design, display, and processor. The Vivo S2 5G boasts a 7,050 mAh battery with 44W charging, while the Oppo F33 5G has a 7,000 mAh battery and supports 80W charging. The Vivo S2 5G started at Rs 39,999, whereas the Oppo F33 5G was priced from Rs 34,999. Both phones use the MediaTek Dimensity chipset, with the Vivo S2's Dimensity 7360 showing better specs. These two devices directly compete in the current market landscape.

😬 Prajwal Revanna’s phone found with explicit content

Pornographic videos and revealing photos were discovered on the phone of Prajwal Revanna. The phone was seized from his prison cell during an investigation. Authorities found 90 porn videos and several photos featuring women in revealing clothes. This discovery occurred while he was incarcerated in the prison facility. Further investigation is expected to clarify the context of these files. 😬

📱 Prajwal Revanna's phone found with porn and photos in jail

A mobile phone containing numerous pornographic videos was recovered from the barrack of Prajwal Revanna at Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Prison. The Central Crime Branch (CCB) made the seizure during a surprise search targeting high-profile inmates. Investigators reportedly found around 80 to 90 downloaded pornographic videos and photos of women in revealing clothes. This incident has led to the suspension of Assistant Superintendent Iranna Rangapur and a departmental inquiry. Authorities are now examining the device to trace usage and how the prohibited phone entered the prison.

🏘️ Ward delimitation bills passed in West Bengal Assembly

Two bills for delimitation of Kolkata and Howrah Municipal Corporations were passed by the West Bengal Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The Kolkata Municipal Corporation wards will increase from 144 to 209, while Howrah's will go from 50 to 68. This change follows the population estimates of 6.7 million for Kolkata and 1.6 million for Howrah. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari confirmed the State Election Commission will handle the actual delimitation process later. The government aims to finalize this exercise before the civic polls at the end of the year. 🏘️

🍿 Awarapan 2 takes early lead over Batwara 1947

Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 is currently ahead of Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 in advance bookings for their August 14 clash. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala noted that Awarapan 2 has sold nearly 68,000 tickets with ₹2.20 crore in sales, compared to Batwara 1947's 37,600 tickets. This translates to an 81% lead for Emraan Hashmi's film, fueled by nostalgia. Sumit Kadel predicts Awarapan 2 could earn double the net collections on opening day. Ultimately, word of mouth will decide the final winner for the Independence Day weekend. 🍿

🏛️ Parliament session wraps up with ongoing deadlock

The Parliament's Monsoon Session is entering its final day, but the dispute between the government and the Opposition remains unresolved. The Opposition has rejected the Home Minister Amit Shah's proposal for an extended debate on student protests. Disruptions and slogans are expected in both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha unless a last-minute agreement is reached. The government suggested the session could be extended or a special sitting considered if the Opposition cooperates. Any further extension or special sitting hinges entirely on the Opposition's willingness to negotiate. 🏛️

😠 Ex-Pak Minister seen with LeT terrorists, praises Hafiz Saeed

Former Pakistan minister Sheikh Rasheed was spotted sharing a stage with LeT terrorists at a public event. He was seen alongside Khalid Masood Sandhu, a senior LeT commander, and Qari Muhammad Yaqoob Sheikh. Rasheed publicly praised Hafiz Saeed, stating, “I am a slave of Hafiz Saeed,” during his address. He also issued inflammatory threats against India, warning of divine destruction if India looked towards Pakistan. This controversial appearance comes despite his past role as Interior Minister in the Imran Khan government from 2020 to 2022. 😠

📚 Govt boosts funding for higher education & research

The central government is expanding financial aid for students to pursue higher education and research, as stated by Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar. These schemes are managed through the University Grants Commission (UGC) and other government initiatives across India. The National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies (NSPGS) gives Rs 15,000 monthly for 10 months over two years. In 2025-26, about 1.09 crore scholarships are being provided, with 48 lakh for SC students. These measures aim to broaden access to education for diverse social and economic backgrounds. 📚