💔 Actor's Mess: Affair, Miscarriage, Divorce Drama

Veteran actor Om Puri confessed an affair with his maid just one day before his wedding to Seema Kapoor in Jhalawar. Their eight-month marriage ended when Seema alleged he involved himself with journalist Nandita while she was pregnant. She subsequently lost the baby and Om sent her Rs 25,000, which she refused out of self-respect. Om Puri later married Nandita in 1993, but that marriage also dissolved. Years later, Om reconnected with Seema, apologizing before a surgery in London.

🚗 Maruti raises prices on several models, up to ₹30k

Maruti Suzuki has increased prices across its Arena and Nexa cars in August 2026 due to rising input costs. For Arena cars, hikes range from ₹2,500 for Alto K10 to ₹10,000 for Victoris SUV. Nexa models saw bigger jumps, with Baleno increasing by up to ₹30,000 and Fronx by up to ₹7,500. This move happens as Maruti targets 3 million units annually, relying on small car sales. The company is also preparing a Baleno facelift set to launch on September 5, 2026. 📈

😮 Trump hints at 2028 cap, third term talk resurfaces

Donald Trump posted a 'Trump 2028' cap on Truth Social, reigniting discussions about a potential third presidential term. This development brings Professor Jiang Xueqin's prediction into focus, despite the 22nd Amendment's limits. Trump is currently in his second term after winning in 2016 and again in 2024. Jiang suggests a theoretical route via VP succession, though it remains legally debatable. The political speculation continues as Trump also backed JD Vance for the 2028 Republican nomination. 😮

🏏 Weatherald dropped, Renshaw gets call-up for Bangladesh Test

Jake Weatherald has been dropped from the squad for the second Test against Bangladesh in Mackay. The change occurred after Australia's heavy defeat in Darwin, impacting the 13-player team. Weatherald scored 23 and 0 in the first Test, while Matt Renshaw is called up for his 15th Test. Coach Andrew McDonald observed changes in Weatherald's technique during the series. Renshaw has impressed in white-ball cricket and averaged 49.90 in the Sheffield Shield last season. 🏏

👑 India's rulers and temples were inseparable

Scholars found that governing in India linked sovereignty with religion over centuries. In South Indian temples, the deity was treated like a 'paradigmatic sovereign' receiving royal honors. During the 9th to 11th centuries AD, Cholas heavily funded temples, like Queen Sembiyan Mahadevi did. This patronage forged a bond, making rulers and subjects feel connected through religious institutions. Even the British East India Company managed temple revenues later on. 🏛️

📱 Samsung One UI 9 adds bill reminder to S26 series

Samsung rolled out a new bill payment reminder feature powered by Now Brief in One UI 9 Beta 5. This update is available for the Galaxy S26 series, along with the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Fold 8, and Fold 8 Ultra. The feature was revealed last month specifically for Indian users in India, starting around August 17, 2026. It aims to reduce notification overload by alerting users about upcoming payments about three days early. Users must enable the "Pay Now" toggle and allow text message reading within Now Brief settings.

🏃 2 Hours Exercise vs 5 Days Sitting: Expert Take

A cardiologist has weighed in on the fitness impact of prolonged sedentary behavior. The expert addressed the common question of whether two hours of exercise can completely offset five days of inactivity. Specific numbers regarding the counteraction rate were not provided in the discussion. Generally, regular activity is crucial for maintaining health, even after short breaks from movement. Therefore, consistent effort remains the best strategy for long-term wellness.

🚨 Deported Bangladeshi woman arrested in Mumbai

A 27-year-old Bangladeshi woman, Nadira Sultana, has been arrested by Mumbai Police for allegedly re-entering India illegally. She was found in the city without valid travel documents just one month after being deported to Bangladesh. The incident was flagged on Saturday after police received a tip about her near Girgaum Chowpatty. Initial questioning revealed she couldn't provide clear identity details, leading to her detention. Police are now investigating the illegal re-entry and will take further legal action. 🚨

💰 Middle East move boosts consultant's wealth fast

An Indian management consultant shared his journey on Reddit, detailing how his net worth grew from about ₹1 crore to ₹7.5 crore. He achieved this after moving to the Middle East at age 34 with a tax-free package valued at ₹3.5 crore. In the subsequent 2.5 years, he reportedly saved nearly ₹6.5 crore. This success is partly attributed to his high-paying role and smart financial moves. The post sparked discussion online about overseas earning strategies. 💰

⚖️ High Court fines FDA over Pune shop license issue

The Bombay High Court ordered the Maharashtra FDA to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to a Pune sweets shop. The ruling targeted the FDA because it kept the license suspended despite a 98 per cent compliance report. The shop, Gurunanak Dairy and Sweets, lost Rs 8.74 lakh in revenue since its closure in June. The court stated the FDA's action was "going overboard" after noticing high compliance. The FDA Commissioner, Tukaram Mundhe, stated he would examine the order before giving a response. ⚖️

♟️ Chess Tour Updates: Sindarov wins, Tan holds lead

GM Javokhir Sindarov secured a decisive win against GM Vincent Keymer in the Sinquefield Cup. This match took place in the Sinquefield Cup tournament, where Sindarov and Keymer are competing. The win helped Sindarov reach 3.5 points, while GM Tan Zhongyi maintained her lead in the Cairns Cup. Tan managed to extend her advantage despite a tough game against GM Divya Deshmukh. Round eight is scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, starting at 1 p.m. ET. ♟️