business Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan are starring in Haiwaan, a Hindi thriller based on Mohanlal's 2016 Malayalam hit Oppam. The film is reported to have a budget of almost 100 to 115 crore. To be considered a clean success, Haiwaan must earn this target amount, just like the original. The ultimate goal is to cross this 115 crore milestone quickly during its opening weekend. The movie is set to release in theaters on September 11, 2026.
entertainment The high-octane Race franchise is set for a major revival with Aamir Khan, Tiger Shroff, and Sidharth Malhotra joining. The question is whether Race 4 will beat the openings of Saif Ali Khan and Salman Khan. Aamir Khan's recent post-COVID films opened at 10.7 crore and 12 crore, setting a high bar. The original Race opened at 6.20 crore, while Race 3 brought in 29.17 crore on Day 1. The film needs 169 crore in India to help the franchise hit a 500 crore total.
business Nivin Pauly's Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has surpassed Sarvam Maya's lifetime collection in just nine days. The film earned 10.2 crore net in India and 11 crore overseas on Saturday. Its total net collection after 9 days stands at 72.05 crore, with a worldwide gross of 172.52 crore. This makes Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Nivin Pauly's highest-grossing film to date. The film is directed by Girish AD and stars Mamitha Baiju.
Narayana Murthy's family office has acquired a stake in a foundry monopoly, marking their fifth metal stock purchase. This acquisition was made by the family office in connection with the company's operations. The deal involved the purchase on [Date] for a sum of [Amount], though specific figures were not detailed. This move adds to Murthy's continued investment strategy in key industrial sectors. Further details regarding the stake size and future plans are expected soon.
india BJP agents have reportedly attempted to mass-delete Muslim voters from the electoral rolls in Bhadrak, Odisha. This alleged action was carried out by BJP Booth-level agents in the Bhadrak assembly constituency. The attempt involved hundreds of Form 7 applications across at least 30 booths, where Muslims hold over 90% of voters. This coordinated effort echoes past alleged attempts in states like Bihar and Gujarat. Opposition parties and voters have filed complaints, but official inquiries have not yet begun. 😥
The President of China has recently been seen making public appearances and engaging in various activities. This activity took place across different locations within China. Specific dates and detailed attendance figures were not provided in the report. These outings are part of his ongoing domestic and international engagement strategy. Future plans suggest continued high-profile visits to various regions.
business The State Highways Department has officially asked the NHAI to build a vehicular underpass in Vellore town. This underpass aims to link the Sathuvachari - VIT High Road with the Chennai - Bengaluru Highway (NH 48) near the Collectorate. The new four-lane VIT Road, which costs ₹90-crore, connects Sathuvachari and Kangeyanallur village. Officials noted that the underpass is needed to let motorists reach VIT Road without disrupting the national highway traffic flow. NHAI has confirmed the proposal is being reviewed and will conduct a feasibility study soon. 🚧
india An expert team, led by Justice P.B. Balaji of the Madras High Court, inspected the land designated for a new court complex in Vaniyambadi town on Saturday. This complex aims to replace the old, British-era Judicial Magistrate Court currently operating in the area. The proposed 2.25-acre complex will house three courts—Judicial Magistrate, Subordinate, and District Munsif—and judges' quarters, costing ₹42 crore. Currently, litigants face hardship as the three lower courts are scattered across the town, averaging 1.5 km apart. This new centralized facility will provide easier access for all court users. 🏛️
business The Tamil Nadu government must restart the search for a new site for Chennai's second airport after the TVK government cancelled the Parandur project. Initially, 11 locations were considered, including Cheyyur and Gummidipoondi, with four shortlisted sites being Parandur, Pannur, Thiruporur, and Padalam. The government has shifted focus to upgrading the existing Meenambakkam airport to handle 55 million passengers annually upon T5 completion. Experts note that building a new airport takes a minimum of five to seven years, causing passenger inconvenience now. Policy continuity is urged so that air travelers do not face ongoing issues due to delays. ✈️
SpaceX and other companies are having to navigate busy skies due to the sheer volume of satellites and space junk. This congestion is happening in Low-Earth Orbit (LEO), which is becoming increasingly complex for operations. As of recent observations, the density of objects poses significant collision risks for active missions. This rising traffic is a major concern for space agencies and private operators globally. Future efforts will focus on better tracking and collision avoidance maneuvers to manage the growing space environment. 🛰️
india Chief Minister Mohan Yadav reviewed the flood situation in Rewa and Satna on Saturday. He conducted the review from the Circuit House, after arriving from Delhi, to check on the affected areas. Officials were directed to provide food, clothing, and clean drinking water to all victims and pilgrims. Rescue operations in Satna involved moving seven people from six villages, while the Nayagaon dam damage was being assessed. Yadav also ordered safe accommodation and assistance for people affected by the floods. 💧
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