Ares Management is reportedly in discussions to acquire a minority stake in the Kolkata Knight Riders. The franchise is owned by Shah Rukh Khan, Jay Mehta, and Juhi Chawla. The talks are ongoing, with no specific financial figures or dates yet disclosed. This potential investment signifies a major move in the IPL's ownership landscape. Further developments on this deal are expected to be announced soon.
entertainment The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta is rolling out to address long-standing issues plaguing the series. Activision is reducing the frustrating 'update requires restart' prompts players have faced for about six years across various platforms. PC and PS5 users will see fewer prompts, while Xbox Series X/S and Switch 2 will still face restarts during the beta. This beta will also debut as a standalone file, meaning no full HQ launcher is needed to play. The beta kicks off on Friday, August 21 at 11am PT, with pre-loading starting August 20 at 9am PT.
entertainment Clips showing Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay have surfaced online, potentially revealing details before its major debut. These leaks feature protagonist Jason Duval performing various actions, such as shooting hoops and engaging in crime. The footage, attributed to "CyberLeek," includes scenes of driving, punching, and a six-star Wanted system. Rockstar Games is set to premiere an extended look on Netflix on August 27th at 3PM ET. The highly anticipated $79.99 title is scheduled for release on November 19th.
business Flower and fruit prices have surged across Bengaluru markets due to high demand for the Varamahalakshmi festival. K.R. Market saw crowds shopping for items like chrysanthemums and lotus flowers ahead of the celebration. Specific prices include chrysanthemums at ₹200-₹400 per kg, while lotus stems jump to ₹50-₹100 on Thursday and Friday. This price hike is attributed to deficit rainfall and festive buying habits, despite farmers not benefiting. Customers are purchasing various items, with one shopper spending ₹2,460 on mixed flowers and seven varieties of fruits.
entertainment Sri Vadan, Brahmanandam's elder brother, shared details about their distant relationship with AVM. He revealed that four of their siblings have passed away, leaving him as the sole resident in their hometown. Sri Vadan expressed a deep wish for his younger brother to call him, but noted that Brahmanandam has never reached out. He understands the actor's demanding film schedule but hopes for a brief call. This interview has gained significant attention across social media platforms.
india Ninety-seven pending murder and heinous offense files have been recalled from Additional District and Sessions Judge Ravi Kumar Diwakar. This action was taken in Muzaffarnagar by order of District and Sessions Judge Birendra Kumar Singh. The recall follows reports of Diwakar awarding death sentences to 22 convicts across 10 cases in four months. Diwakar has delivered 35 capital punishment verdicts total, though none are executable without High Court confirmation. The judicial officer, aged 46, first gained national attention in 2022 for actions in Varanasi.
business Tijjani Reijnders has officially transferred from Manchester City to Al-Qadsiah in a major move. This deal saw the midfielder join the Saudi Pro League side, with the transfer fee set at €61 million. Milan is set to gain a massive profit because of a specific clause triggered by the quick sale within the first year. The total fee Milan receives for Reijnders now approaches €70 million, marking a €56 million profit. Reijnders will join Mateo Retegui and Brendan Rodgers as Al-Qadsiah prepares for the AFC Champions League Elite.
sports Reggie Walsh is joining Wigan Athletic on loan for the upcoming season. The young player previously made his senior debut at 16.5, making him one of the club's youngest in history. He has featured four times for the first team over the past two seasons. Wigan Athletic is currently in League One, and their situation is reportedly stabilizing under new ownership. Walsh stated this move is perfect for him to build his career in men's football.
sports Saints rookie Brock Rechsteiner executed a German suplex on Dallas Cowboys safety Jalen Thompson during a joint practice. This intense moment occurred in Oxnard, California, while tensions were high between the two teams. Rechsteiner, who is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Scott Steiner, was involved in a scuffle before the tackle happened. He joined the Saints as an undrafted free agent after playing four seasons at Jacksonville State. Currently, Rechsteiner is suspended for the first six games of the 2026 season but can still play in preseason games. 🏈
entertainment Actor Kangana Ranaut strongly criticized yoga guru Baba Ramdev for his remarks about her 'gutter generation' comment. She took to Instagram to tell him not to dream about her youth or bedroom. Ramdev had criticized her comments, stating it showed a loss of mental balance in India's youth. Kangana, the Mandi MP, had called young Hindu women protesters a 'generation gutter'. She is now asserting her character is better, challenging his critique. 💅
tech Activision dropped the PC requirements for the massive Modern Warfare 4 beta across campaign, multiplayer, and Warzone. The minimum specs require Windows 10, an i5-8400 or Ryzen 5 1600, 12GB RAM, and an SSD. Recommended setups suggest Windows 11, an i7-8700 or Ryzen 5 3600, 16GB RAM, and an RTX 3060 Ti. Both levels require DirectX 12 and security features like TPM 2.0. Players should check these specs to ensure a smooth MW4 beta experience.
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