🔥 Akshaye Khanna's epic look in Mahakali drops

The much-awaited glimpse of Akshaye Khanna's role in Mahakali is set to release on August 24th. He will be portraying Shukracharya, the formidable guru of the Asuras, in Prasanth Varma's mythological film. This look, featuring a long beard and matted hair, has sent the internet into a frenzy online. Fans are hyped about this transformation, calling it a generational run for the actor. Mahakali is part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe, which will grow with more projects. 🤩

🔥 Jharkhand exam cancellation leaves 2000+ jobless

The Hemant Soren government cancelled the JSSC-CGL recruitment exams, immediately making over 2,000 state government employees jobless. This massive fallout is happening in Jharkhand, where protesters are demanding justice against the sudden job loss. The cancellation follows a high court order and has left many facing severe personal crises like daughter's school fees and father's surgery loans. Affected employees are now contemplating approaching the high court against the government's decision. This situation is reportedly creating significant divisions among the youth in Jharkhand. 😥

😂 Strickland turns Poirier's viral phrase into gym meme

Sean Strickland adopted Dustin Poirier’s viral airport phrase, IGBBMN, after Poirier’s arrest at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Strickland began incorporating the acronym into his gym culture, leading teammates to chant it together. The phrase was also put on his gear and eventually spray-painted onto his truck. Initially, Strickland joked about the incident, but later expressed sympathy after speaking with Poirier. He also defended Poirier against Bud Light regarding his sponsorship situation. 😬

🔪 13yo plots grandpa's murder, watches it live

A 13-year-old girl orchestrated the murder of her 67-year-old grandfather in Alappuzha, Kerala. She guided teenagers, including her 17-year-old friend, into the house on the night of August 15. The victim was beaten, tied up, and suffocated, with the granddaughter watching the brutality via a video call. Investigators believe the motive involved theft of 4.5 sovereigns of gold, plus demands for a phone and bike money. Police are now seeking to try the juvenile accused as adults due to the severity of the crime.

🔪 Teen in Kerala plots and films grandfather's murder

A teenager in Kerala has been accused of meticulously planning and carrying out their grandfather's murder. The act took place in the state of Kerala, involving the victim and the accused teen. The incident was recorded on a video call, where the teen allegedly watched the suffocation happen. This horrific act suggests deep-seated family issues or intense premeditation. Police are now investigating the matter to understand the full scope of the crime. 🔪

📉 Parliament's low productivity, but 11 bills passed

The Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded on August 13, 2026, amid various disruptions. The Lok Sabha saw a low productivity of 15%, matching its lowest in 2016, while the Rajya Sabha hit 33%. Despite this, a total of 11 Bills were managed to pass during the session. Many of these bills were passed without any substantial debate by MPs in the Lok Sabha. Moving forward, the session's low Question Hour efficiency suggests areas needing significant legislative improvement.

📈 Vivo T5 Pro sees massive price hike up to ₹7,000

The Vivo T5 Pro has undergone its largest price increase, jumping by up to ₹7,000 across variants. This affects the 8GB + 128GB model now priced at ₹41,999 and the 8GB + 256GB at ₹46,999. This is the third price revision since the phone initially launched in April. The jump is attributed to rising DRAM and NAND memory costs driven by AI data centers. The phone now sits in a higher segment without any corresponding hardware upgrades. 💸

🍄 Mushroom killer's appeal: hotel mix-up questioned

Erin Patterson's conviction is being appealed after a 'catastrophic' hotel mix-up during the trial. This incident occurred in Melbourne, Victoria, where jurors stayed with prosecutors and a key witness. The conviction was for killing three relatives in 2023, and Patterson is serving a life sentence. Her lawyers argue this undermined the verdict, while the DPP is also appealing the 33-year parole period. The judges are expected to reserve their decision for several weeks.

🎬 Paresh Rawal's son debuts in Awarapan 2

Anirrudh, son of Paresh Rawal and Swaroop Sampat, made his big-screen debut in Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2. He plays the autistic character Sikander in the film, which is a Rs 100 crore blockbuster. The movie was released after Anirrudh previously acted in the Netflix show Scoop (2023). He has been mentored by film veteran Naseeruddin Shah since before his debut. The film cemented Emraan Hashmi's star power after minting Rs 100 crore net in five days. 🎬

🚗 Hyundai reinvents best-selling Tucson with bold new look

Hyundai has completely redesigned its best-selling Tucson crossover for its fifth generation. This new model was revealed overnight in Korea, featuring a bolder and more robust design compared to the current SUV. The car measures 4700mm long, making it larger and moving it into the D-segment market. Its updated silhouette and features aim to compete directly with rivals like the Skoda Kodiaq and Honda CR-V. Hyundai has not yet specified the powertrains available for this revamped Tucson. 🤩

⚕️ West Africa boosts health response to epidemics

Two hundred eighty-two experts gathered in Abidjan to reaffirm commitment to stronger epidemic responses across West Africa. Representatives and partners attended a four-day workshop focused on validating the third Regional Strategic Plan for Epidemic Preparedness. The new framework aims to bolster sub-region health security for the years 2027-2031. Health threats like yellow fever and cholera persist, complicated by climate change risks. ECOWAS members are also increasing surveillance due to the Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda.