Jharkhand job aspirants to besiege state assembly after talks collapse

More than 20 US warships deployed against Iran in Hormuz; 55 vessels redirected

Motilal Oswal picks Happy Forgings and Siemens Energy as top buys this week

Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk has released its stock recommendations for the week beginning August 10, 2026. The firm has shortlisted two companies as its top picks for investors this week. Happy Forgings and Siemens Energy have been identified as the most attractive buying opportunities. The recommendations come as part of the wealth management firm's regular weekly equity analysis for retail and institutional investors.

Japanese Student Wins Compensation After 19 Days of Wrongful Detention in Bengaluru

A Japanese student in Bengaluru received compensation after being wrongfully held in custody for 19 days. The case stemmed from disputes at an English language academy and allegations of bribery. In an unusual attempt to delay his deportation, the student stole a police chair to prolong his stay in India. The Karnataka Human Rights Commission ultimately ruled in his favor. The case highlights the complex legal and immigration challenges faced by foreign nationals in the city.

Microsoft warns travelers of cyberattacks targeting hotel Wi-Fi networks

Microsoft has issued a cybersecurity warning for travelers using hotel Wi-Fi networks. A campaign called CaptiveCrunch, attributed to threat group Storm-2945, directs users to fake portals designed to steal credentials. Unsuspecting victims may download malicious files or unknowingly share sensitive data through these portals. The attacks primarily aim to compromise Microsoft 365 accounts and gain unauthorized access to networks. Microsoft advises travelers to use cellular hotspots and ignore unexpected pop-up notifications while on the road.