⚡ SECI awards 1GW RTC power tender to seven winners

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) awarded its 1,000 MW Round-the-Clock Thermal Mimic (RTC-TM) power tender to seven developers. This tender was awarded four months after it was issued in March of this year. Capacities were allocated to seven bidders from 16 participants at tariffs of Rs. 5.25/unit and Rs. 5.26/unit. This unique experiment aims to replicate conventional thermal power reliability using only renewable energy sources. The initiative is expected to speed up renewable energy adoption by offering firm and dispatchable power. ⚡

🏏 Rahane bags big T20 gig with Amsterdam Flames

Ajinkya Rahane has signed with Amsterdam Flames to be their marquee player for the first European T20 Premier League season. The former India captain joined the squad shortly after retiring from his international and IPL career. Rahane brings extensive T20 experience, having amassed 7968 runs across 308 T20 matches. He expressed excitement about helping build the franchise and strengthening cricket's future in Europe. The ETPL 2026 tournament is scheduled to kick off on August 26. 🏏

🏛️ Tamil Nadu demands fair central tax share

The Tamil Nadu Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on Friday, August 7, 2026. This resolution urged the Union government to ensure the state gets its rightful share of central tax devolution. Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson called for a transparent methodology recognizing state contributions and development needs. The assembly also stressed that criteria shouldn't disadvantage states based on their achievements. Tamil Nadu is pushing for measures to safeguard its legitimate financial interests moving forward. 🏛️

📉 NFP report could trigger stock selloff, says JPMorgan

JPMorgan suggests that a strong Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) report might actually cause a dip in the stock market. This projection comes from the financial institution's analysts monitoring global economic indicators. They are specifically looking at the data released on Friday, September 6th, for employment figures. Historically, unexpectedly robust job growth can sometimes signal economic overheating and subsequent Fed action. Therefore, investors should monitor market reactions closely following the upcoming release. 📉

🔔 UPTET 2026 results dropping soon, check dates

The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Result 2026 is anticipated to be released on the official website soon. The examination was conducted by UPESSC on July 2, 3, and 4, 2026, with objections closing on July 14. A total of 17,70,714 candidates took the test out of 19,94,661 registered applicants. Based on past trends, results usually come out 15 to 20 days after the objection period ends. Candidates must check the official portal regularly for the final announcement. 📚

😥 KL Rahul's dropped catch costs India in Colombo

KL Rahul dropped a simple catch at first slip during India's three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI in Colombo. This incident occurred in the 26th over when Kuldeep Yadav bowled to Ravindu Rasantha, who was batting on 43 runs. Rasantha capitalized on this chance, eventually scoring 71 runs before being caught by Manav Suthar. This warm-up is part of the preparation for the two-Test series starting August 15th in Galle. KL Rahul is currently leading the side as Shubman Gill is out with an injury. 😥

🚨 Speeding SUV hits tempo in Mumbai-Pune Expressway tunnel

An SUV speeding on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway tunnel crashed into a tempo, resulting in a fatality. The incident occurred in the tunnel section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Reports indicate that the accident took place on October 27th, involving the speeding vehicle and the tempo. The collision has caused significant traffic disruption on the expressway. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fatal accident. 🚨

🔭 Massive new image captures half a million galaxies

The NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory released a massive image captured by its 3.2-gigapixel LSST Camera. This picture features the COSMOS field in the constellation Sextans, and it contains over half a million galaxies and 50,000 stars. The image was created by stacking hundreds of observations and was made public on July 31, 2026. This data helps astronomers study how the sky changes over time, building on studies since 2003. Repeated visits to this field will power the ten-year Legacy Survey of Space and Time.

🗺️ Google Maps gets AI to order food and book stays

Google has upgraded Ask Maps with new AI agents capable of handling complex tasks like ordering food and booking hotels directly within the app. This update, powered by Gemini AI, allows the application to perform multi-step actions using real-time mapping data. In the US, users can order meals via Square and Toast integrations, with support for Australia and other global regions. The feature also lets users find and book accommodation based on budget and amenities. Going forward, Google plans to integrate this with Gmail and Calendar for smarter travel planning. 🗺️

🌠 Giant cosmic river found in Orion star system

Astronomers discovered a massive stream of gas flowing into the GW Orionis triple-star system. This finding was made by Maria Galloway-Sprietsma's team using data from the ALMA in Chile. The gas streamer stretches nearly 30 arcseconds and has an estimated mass of 1.6 Jupiter masses. Researchers propose this incoming river gradually tilted the outer ring, explaining the system's unusual geometry. Future surveys are planned to check how often such streamers shape planetary orbits. 🌌

⚖️ Court stays order over cockroach posters at MG University

The Kerala High Court has stayed the MG University VC's order demanding a refund of ₹2.81 lakh for a national conference. This dispute occurred in Kerala where the university objected to 'cockroach-themed' publicity posters. The initial sanction was ₹3.75 lakh for the conference held from August 3 to August 6, 2026. The university claimed the posters held political overtones, while the union argued they symbolized resistance. The case is set for its next hearing on October 9, 2026. 🏛️