🧑‍⚖️ SC Judge: PM's Pick, Not CJI Omission, Is Key Issue

A Supreme Court judge stated that the inclusion of a cabinet minister on the Election Commissioner selection panel is the real sticking point. This issue was discussed by Justice Dipankar Datta in relation to the 2023 law on appointing Election Commissioners. The panel comprises the PM, opposition leader, and a nominated Union cabinet minister as per Section 7 of the Act. Since cabinet members follow collective responsibility, the government vote would likely be 2:1, making the opposition leader's role largely ornamental. The court's joint order has sent the matter to the CJI for a Constitution Bench review. 🧑‍⚖️

😬 Morgan Stanley leak rocks Hong Kong finance scene

A confidential deal pipeline from Morgan Stanley was accidentally leaked this week, causing alarm across the Hong Kong banking sector. An email from a Hong Kong-based employee contained a file detailing over 100 deals spanning Greater China, India, and South Asia. These deals included IPOs and private equity arrangements, listing company and investor names. Despite Morgan Stanley sending a follow-up email asking recipients not to open the attachment, the list was already circulating widely. Regulators and issuers are now reacting to the breach of sensitive financial information. 😬

📸 OnePlus 16 drops 200MP camera upgrade

OnePlus is unveiling details about the OnePlus 16, which is slated for an October announcement in China. The device will feature a 200MP main sensor, a 50MP periscope telephoto, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. These specs are a big jump from the OnePlus 15's triple 50MP setup. Additionally, it will debut with three new imaging modes like Master Mode and High-Pixel Mode. The phone is expected to show significant leaps in imaging capabilities compared to its predecessor. 📸

😔 Minister's daughter among four killed in Jamshedpur crash

A severe road accident occurred on Marine Drive in Jamshedpur in the early hours of Thursday. The crash involved a speeding white car hitting a parked truck, tragically claiming four lives. The deceased were identified as Sarthak Agarwal, Naman Gupta, Vanshika Khandelwal, and Istika Singh, daughter of Jharkhand minister Deepika Pandey Singh. Chief Minister Hemant Soren and Health Minister Irfan Ansari both expressed deep sorrow over the incident. Authorities have officially launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. 😔

🏭 Industries told to manage hazardous waste properly

The APEMCL Chairman, Dinesh Reddy, instructed industries to strictly follow environmental agency guidelines for hazardous waste. He inspected Bharathi Cements and GM Eco Services plants in Kadapa district on Wednesday to review their waste management procedures. The chairman emphasized adhering to guidelines and maintaining proper disposal records. Industries were also asked to use the APEMCL website's GPS system for uploading waste movement details. Furthermore, companies were advised to enhance greenery by planting native tree varieties.

🗣️ Russia recruiting from 47 nations in Ukraine war

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated at the UN that Russia is conscripting citizens from 47 different countries into its war effort. This includes individuals from India, Ghana, Nepal, and many other nations. As of this month, 51 Indians have died in the Ukraine war, while 217 were initially reported to have joined the Russian military. Zelenskyy urged global leaders to limit Russia's finances to help facilitate peace. He stressed that stopping Russia's revenues is crucial to stopping Putin's war.

🔬 Scientists find dip in matter behavior mimicking Big Bang

Researchers observed an intriguing dip in particle momenta during collisions at RHIC. This study was conducted by the STAR Collaboration at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The data analyzed covers collision energies from 3 to 7.7 billion electron volts, published in Physical Review Letters. This finding suggests temperature fluctuations are suppressed, hinting at a potential critical point in nuclear matter. Future research aims to locate this critical point to understand early universe matter. ⚛️

🔭 NASA's PRIMA telescope gears up for 2033 launch

NASA has advanced its Probe Far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics (PRIMA) into Phase B for development. This telescope is set to be the first in the new Probe Explorers class, operating from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. The mission is targeted for a 2033 launch and will operate for an initial five years, with a project cost cap of $1.2bn. PRIMA will survey the cosmos in far-infrared wavelengths to study galaxy and planet evolution. This endeavor complements existing facilities like the James Webb Space Telescope to unlock deep universe mysteries. 🔭

💸 Mom secretly wiped out $67k debt in 45 days

An Arkansas mom, Erika Dison, secretly paid off $67,676.60 in family debt over 45 days. She achieved this while living in central Arkansas with her husband, Cody, and three young children. The debt included the mortgage, truck loan, and her bakery's business loan as of the reveal date. Dison turned her social media activity into micropayments, supported by thousands of strangers. Now, the focus shifts to building a forever home and helping other families.

✈️ Trump winces as B-1 bombers fly over Xi's welcome

US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday. Two US Air Force B-1 bombers flew overhead as part of the military honours during the arrival. Trump was visibly seen wincing at the bombers' roar, while Xi remained unfazed beside him. This was part of the elaborate reception for Xi's three-day state visit for a US-China summit. Discussions are expected to cover trade, AI, military ties, and geopolitical hotspots like Taiwan.

🚨 Congress leader claims police were warned about Veeramani earlier

A TN Congress leader claimed he alerted the Chennai police about R Veeramani in November 2024 regarding child sexual assault. The MP Ranjan Kumar shared chats with Additional Commissioner of Police, South, N Kannan, dating back to November 20, 2024. While the current police version states they learned of the crimes in October 2025, Ranjan filed a formal complaint on November 21, 2024. He alleged police delayed action due to his alliance and political ambitions. The investigation later led to a final report dropping further action in the case. 😟