🎬 Actor took pay cut for kiss with Madhuri Dixit

A top actor reportedly took a pay cut for an intimate kissing scene with 21-year-old Madhuri Dixit in the 1988 film Dayavan. This actor, 41-year-old Vinod Khanna, allegedly agreed to the cut despite her discomfort and objections to director Feroz Khan. Reports claim the scene lasted several minutes, leaving the then-20-year-old Madhuri bleeding and deeply uncomfortable. Legal notices were received demanding the scene's removal, though it was kept with a compensation offer of Rs 1 crore. Despite the film's success, she never collaborated with Vinod Khanna again.

💴 US Treasury Secretary on Stronger Yen

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated his belief that the Japanese government and the Bank of Japan will implement measures causing the Yen to strengthen. He shared this insight during an interview with CNBC on Monday. Bessent mentioned having market information that others do not possess regarding this expected policy shift. This comment comes amid ongoing discussions about global economic stability and monetary policy. Further developments on the Yen's value will likely follow these anticipated government and BoJ actions.

🏥 Elderly patient dies after cot fall at Thiruvananthapuram hospital

An 87-year-old stroke patient, Sukumara Pillai, passed away two days after falling from a cot at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram. He was admitted to ward 28 on August 26, and the fall occurred on August 29. His family alleged medical negligence leading to his death, which the hospital authorities denied. MCH officials stated the patient had two caregivers and the hospital lacks enough side-railed cots. A postmortem was conducted, and the final report is currently awaited. 🏥

🏟️ TN CM to unveil massive Sports City soon

The Tamil Nadu PWD Minister, Aadhav Arjuna, stated that CM C. Joseph Vijay will soon announce a new Sports City. This mega-project will feature international-standard facilities for 46 different sports. The work is scheduled to commence within six months following the official announcement. Arjuna confirmed the project, initially part of the DMK, is being restructured and will be managed by SDAT. A detailed project report is currently being prepared for this massive development.

📈 Foreign buying in Indian stocks hits 23-month high

Foreign portfolio investors poured $3.1 billion into Indian equities in August, marking the highest monthly inflow in nearly two years. This happened with FPIs being net buyers for the second consecutive month, according to National Securities Depository data. So far this year, they remain on track for the highest annual outflows, totaling $24.6 billion. Strong domestic earnings outlook and RBI's rupee stabilization measures have boosted sentiment. This signals healthy demand, even as heavyweights dragged the Nifty and Sensex down slightly. 📈

📱 Apple testing Pencil accessory for foldable iPhone

Apple has reportedly prototyped and tested a version of the Apple Pencil specifically for its upcoming foldable iPhone. This accessory is designed to be stubbier than the iPad version and uses magnets for storage and charging. While Apple is expected to introduce this ultra-premium handset in September, the accessory's launch is uncertain. Concerns remain about the stylus's impact on fragile foldable displays and the historical preference for touch input. Ultimately, the technology needs more robustness before this feature can realistically be released. 📱

🏏 Indonesia bowls in debut Asia Cup clash vs Bangladesh

Indonesia chose to bowl first in their inaugural Asia Cup appearance against Bangladesh in Dubai. The matchup marks the first time these two nations will compete in international cricket. Bangladesh's squad, captained by Nigar Sultana, features Dilara Akter instead of Taj Nehar. Indonesia qualified by topping their group and winning the quarter-final of the 2026 Women's Premier Cup. This is Bangladesh's first T20I since exiting the T20 World Cup group stage in June.

🤔 Congress doubts India's 7.8% GDP growth data

India's reported 7.8% GDP growth is facing strong political scrutiny. Congress leader Rashid Alvi raised doubts about the government's economic figures during a debate. He questioned if the headline growth truly mirrors the real experience of households across the nation. Alvi stated that public trust in the official economic data remains a significant concern for many. The political debate continues as concerns over rising living costs persist.

💧 Madanapalle preps for big HNSS water inflow

Annamayya District Collector Nishanth Kumar called a meeting on Monday to prepare for the incoming Handri Neeva Sujala Sravanthi (HNSS) water supply. The HNSS water is anticipated to reach the Madanapalle division between September 12 and September 15. The Collector directed priority filling of tanks like Chippili, SS, and Guddivaripalli SS to prevent shortages. Monitoring teams from multiple departments will oversee canal flows and tank filling operations round-the-clock. Officials were also told to plan for Veligallu reservoir filling by September 5, prioritizing drinking water use. 💧

🔭 JWST spotted early universe supernova 🔭

The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed evidence of a likely Type II supernova event. This significant cosmic occurrence was observed in the very early universe, specifically when the universe was only 2 billion years old. The detection provided new insights into stellar evolution during this nascent period of cosmic history. This observation challenges some existing models regarding the timeline of massive star death. Scientists will now use this data to refine their understanding of early galactic formation.

💧 Court orders India to honor Pakistan water treaty

The Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has ruled that India must uphold the water-sharing treaty with Pakistan. This decision was made after India attempted to suspend its obligations concerning the Indus and other rivers. The PCA unanimously found India's justifications invalid and confirmed the Treaty remains fully in force. The court stressed that India must comply with treaty terms, especially for hydroelectric projects on western rivers. Pakistan welcomed the ruling, though India has categorically rejected the PCA's order.