📈 Stocks to watch: Titan, Ola, Bosch, Vi, SML Mahindra

The Indian stock market is poised to open marginally higher on Monday, August 10, amid US-Iran deal uncertainty. Titan's Q1 net profit rose 63% YoY to ₹1,777 crore, while Ola Electric's net loss narrowed to ₹336 crore. Last week, the S&P 500 settled 0.62% higher, and Gift Nifty futures were down 0.12% at 24,670.5. SML Mahindra is seeking approval to buy Mahindra & Mahindra's Truck & Bus Division for Rs 525 crore. Investors should keep an eye on these key stocks today. 📈

🔭 Professor demonstrates Moon's distance simply

A professor recently used a simple setup involving two balls and a string to illustrate the actual distance between the Moon and Earth. This demonstration took place at a local university campus, making complex astronomy accessible to students. The experiment clearly showed the vast scale, emphasizing the millions of miles separating our planet and its satellite. This visual aid helps people grasp the immense spatial relationship without needing advanced telescopes. The professor plans to share this teaching method in more public science outreach programs soon.

🦠 Congo Ebola Cases Hit Over 4,100 Mark

The Democratic Republic of Congo reported a rise in confirmed Ebola cases to 4,120 and deaths reaching 1,887. This outbreak was first declared in the east of the country starting on May 15. Data collected up to August 6 shows the fatality rate stands at 45.8 per cent. Health authorities confirmed no cases among passengers quarantined near Kinshasa. WHO is calling for urgent strengthening of the response to manage the accelerating spread. 🦠

🌍 UPI aims global takeover via Indian diaspora

NPCI, the operator of UPI, plans to use the vast Indian diaspora as a gateway for global expansion into international payments. This strategy aims to replicate UPI's domestic success across borders, targeting 15-20 markets over the next ten years. Currently, the diaspora sent over $155 billion in remittances in the fiscal year ending March. The expansion builds upon UPI's existing presence in nine countries, including Singapore and the UAE. NPCI is also exploring AI integration for payments via platforms like ChatGPT. 🚀

🤔 Japanese student's weird jail saga in Bengaluru

Japanese student Hirotoshi Tanaka faced a complex legal journey after an altercation in Bengaluru in 2019. He was arrested on November 23, 2019, and spent 19 days in Bengaluru Central Prison. In a bizarre move on February 28, 2021, he 'stole' a police chair hoping to force an arrest for his human rights complaint. The Karnataka government later paid him Rs 75,000 compensation for his unnecessary custody. He was eventually deported to Japan in April 2021 after a long legal battle. 🇯🇵

📰 Telegraph article removed from IIT Delhi site

An article published by The Telegraph was taken down from the official IIT Delhi website. The removal reportedly followed increased press censorship pressures on the institution. The specific article's content and date of publication were not detailed in the report. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding academic freedom and media scrutiny within educational bodies. Further updates on this censorship issue are awaited from campus activists.

🤝 India-Bangladesh reset talks amid Hasina row

Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi is meeting Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman on Monday. This engagement is happening during a diplomatic friction over Sheikh Hasina's political actions from New Delhi. The meeting is crucial as both nations try to rebuild relations post-August 2024 upheaval. Hasina recently faced controversy after criticizing Bangladesh's leadership from India, which Dhaka objected to. The talks aim to move beyond the Hasina dispute before the upcoming BRICS summit. 🤝

😠 AIADMK leaders call out EPS over poll losses

AIADMK leaders have issued an open letter openly challenging the leadership of Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS). This criticism targets him for the party's recent electoral setbacks and alleged violations of party bylaws. The letter surfaces as the AIADMK seeks to bolster its structure ahead of future political contests in Tamil Nadu. These internal disputes are escalating the debate surrounding the party's strategy and internal democratic processes. Rival parties in Tamil Nadu are closely observing this significant political shake-up.

🔥 August OTT drop: New movies and shows are live now

Sixteen new movies and TV shows dropped across major platforms between August 10 and August 16. Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon star in Cocktail 2, while Alan Ritchson's Reacher moves to Philadelphia for Season 4. The lineup includes Mourinho's three-part docu-series and Nando Between Two Worlds on Netflix. Additionally, Aakhri Sawaal features Namashi Chakraborty accusing Sanjay Dutt’s mentor. Viewers can catch these and more on Netflix, Prime Video, and Apple TV. 🎬

🛰️ Mars mission: more complex than just one goal 🪐

Perseverance rover completed a 26.2-mile drive on Mars after five years and four months. The rover has been caching samples from Jezero Crater, where life signs are being sought. The crucial part now is the uncertain sample return mission, which NASA is redesigning. Furthermore, a partnership with Relativity Space will bring Aeolus for weather data in 2028. This shows Mars exploration is a complex test of engineering and patience.

📉 Stock market hints flat start amid oil jitters

The Indian stock market is expected to open flat on Monday, August 10th, due to elevated crude oil prices weighing on investor mood. The Gift Nifty indicated a muted start, trading around 24,667, following Friday's dip below the Nifty 50's 24,600 mark. Brent crude rose to $84.30 a barrel as Strait of Hormuz reopening negotiations remain conditional. Experts advise staying selective, watching for key support levels like 24,350 for the Nifty 50. Eight specific stocks were recommended for intraday buying by market analysts.