🎬 Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947 box office check

Awarapan 2 saw a dip in earnings on the second Monday since its release, while Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 showed no growth. On day 11, Awarapan 2 grossed Rs 2.75 crore across 11,344 shows, bringing its total worldwide gross to Rs 196.55 crore. Batwara 1947 collected a net of ₹ 0.35 crore across 4,330 shows, with a worldwide gross of ₹53.04 crore. The film, starring Emraan Hashmi, is being monitored before the release of #Toxic on Wednesday. The sequel, directed by Nitin Kakkar, features Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi.

🤝 Mahayuti allies agree to fight polls together

The Mahayuti alliance has decided to contest all upcoming elections jointly and refrain from public criticism among members. This move was agreed upon by key parties including the BJP, Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, and NCP, in a meeting held in Mumbai. The decision comes after recent controversies involving alleged audio clips and critical remarks by MLAs against NCP's Sunil Tatkare. The alliance confirmed that the Mahayuti formula will be mandatory for all polls, regardless of their local nature. They plan to implement promises as a united front and complete appointments to nearly 170 corporations within a month. 🤝

😟 Support for US-Iran war hits lowest point

A new Reuters/Ipsos poll revealed that support for the US-Iran war has dropped to 31% as the conflict enters its sixth month. This low approval comes from a decline from 37% in March, with Republicans showing growing war opposition. The US is now shifting towards an 'economic onslaught' strategy, expanding sanctions against Tehran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans for "economic asphyxiation" against the Islamic Republic. It remains to be seen if these expanded sanctions will further pressure Tehran. 😟

🌴 Onam travel trends: leisure trips and international buzz

Keralites are increasingly adding leisure travel to their Onam plans, exemplified by the Vallasadya feast at Aranmula Sree Parthasarathy Temple. KSRTC is running 350 temple package trips this Onam, a 50% rise from last season, with 200 already operated. Overseas travel demand is also surging, with Vietnam rising as a top destination, surpassing Singapore-Malaysia-Thailand. Experts suggest making Onam a distinct cultural season by promoting boat races ahead of time. However, rising airfares due to geopolitical issues have caused some travel plans to be cancelled. ✈️

🏍️ New vs Old Pulsar: What's the deal?

Bajaj has rolled out new versions of the Pulsar 150 and 125 models, bringing some key updates to the lineup. These refreshed bikes are available in various configurations across different markets. The changes include engine tweaks and revised features, effective from the current launch period. This refresh aims to keep the Pulsar competitive against rivals in the market segment. Consumers can check out the detailed specs for both the old and new versions soon.

🚀 Augmont IPO blasts past expectations with 105X+ bids

The Augmont Enterprises IPO concluded with massive investor interest, receiving over 105 times subscription. This happened for the Mumbai-based company, Augmont Enterprises Ltd., during its bidding window that closed on August 25, 2026. The Rs 825-crore IPO saw strong demand across QIBs, NIIs, and RIIs categories. Furthermore, the Grey Market Premium signals a potential listing gain exceeding 40% from its upper price band. The company plans to use Rs 465 crore from the net proceeds for expanding inventory and operations.

⚖️ Ram Rahim gets parole for 21 days

Gurmeet Ram Rahim has been granted a 21-day parole period. This decision was made for him following his conviction in a rape case back in 2017. The parole marks the 17th time he has been released on this basis since his conviction. This move has drawn significant public discussion and media attention. It remains to be seen how this parole period will affect ongoing legal proceedings. ⚖️

🚨 Dumri MLA allegedly abuses cop on call; FIR filed

A video allegedly showing Dumri MLA Jairam Mahto using abusive language during a WhatsApp call has circulated online. The incident reportedly took place in Dhanbad involving the officer-in-charge of Barwadda police station. This followed a dispute between the MLA and a village head, which escalated at the police station. Tension grew when the MLA arrived with supporters and questioned the police handling of the issue. An FIR has been registered against Mahto and nine others for allegedly obstructing government work.

💔 Hyderabad student dies by suicide in US

Sai Pradeep, known as Deepu, passed away by suicide while studying in the United States. He was a native of Dammaiguda and moved to the US in 2024 for his master's degree at UTSA. The reported death occurred on August 21, amid significant stress from a four-month job search. His family described him as a loving, determined person who was also keen on learning Spanish. A GoFundMe campaign is currently raising funds to bring his remains back to India. 😔

🧬 Aging biomarkers tested against 51 longevity studies

Researchers compared 51 longevity studies to check which epigenetic aging biomarkers react most reliably to health interventions. The study was published in Nature Medicine, examining how various clocks respond to longevity efforts in humans. They analyzed 94 DNAm biomarkers and 16 epigenetic clocks across studies conducted up to the current time. Lifestyle and pharmacological interventions showed the strongest positive effects on reducing DNAm aging measures. These findings could speed up clinical trials by helping select better surrogate endpoints for aging research. 🔬

🏊 Nitin Nabin hits new Delhi swimming stadium

Nitin Nabin recently arrived at the newly inaugurated Swimming Pool Stadium located in Delhi. He was there to commence his 'Ravidas Kalash Yatra' event. The inauguration itself marked a significant milestone for the local sports infrastructure. This event is part of a larger community outreach program aimed at promoting wellness. The Yatra is scheduled to continue across various localities over the coming weeks.