🔥 Daayra trailer drops: Kareena & Prithviraj in action 🎬

The trailer for the highly anticipated film Daayra was recently unveiled, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The launch event featured the cast and director, Meghna Gulzar, on Monday, August 31, 2026. The movie is set to release in cinemas on September 18, showcasing the contrasting views of two cops. Meghna Gulzar stated that the film explores perspective, as nothing is purely black or white. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how this intense story unfolds on screen.

🔪 Delhi model murder: jealousy linked to stabbing

Police suspect that jealousy over another man led to the fatal stabbing of Muskan, a 21-year-old Delhi University student and model. The incident occurred inside her Tilak Nagar home, where Imran, a 26-year-old former gym trainer, is the main suspect. This alleged violence surfaced after two months of simmering anger, with the confrontation reportedly happening on Wednesday evening. Investigators are examining their relationship and previous meetings, including one on August 20. Police have formed 15 teams to trace the absconding Imran as the case continues.

🎤 Comedian praised, Sunil Pal calls it 'dark age'

Comedian Sunil Pal reacted strongly to Samay Raina being honored by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis at a cyber-awareness event in Mumbai. The felicitation took place on Wednesday, August 26, and Pal shared his critique the next morning. Pal questioned the honor given to Raina after the India’s Got Latent controversy from February 2025. He alleged the show used abusive language, warning young comedians against seeking fame through controversy and police cases. This incident sparked debate about the standards of recognition in the comedy industry. 😟

😠 New girl group TUIDE faces harsh online backlash

HYBE’s new group TUIDE is facing a brutal 'hate train' shortly after their debut. The group, which recently debuted, is currently being targeted by malicious criticism online. Viral clips of their showcase performance have been slammed with harsh comments since around August 25, 2026. While some tweets criticized the group, many netizens expressed sympathy for the young idols facing unwarranted hate. Fans felt the issue was the harassment, not the group or HYBE itself. 😠

💿 Xbox disc-to-digital launches next week

Xbox is rolling out a Disc-to-Digital feature starting August 31 for Xbox Insiders. This allows users to claim digital entitlements for supported physical discs on Xbox One and Series X consoles. Most existing titles qualify at launch, with more coming over time for this new feature. This system grants cloud gaming and Play Anywhere access but does not grant outright ownership of the game. Players should enjoy the convenience while remembering the disc remains the primary form of ownership. 💿

🦟 AI tech fights mosquitoes using wingbeat sounds

World Mosquito Day highlights the danger of mosquito-borne diseases globally. University of Wollongong India developed a low-cost AI device to track disease-carrying mosquitoes by analyzing wingbeats. This technology, using TinyML, works without needing internet or lab infrastructure. The innovation was shown at the 'United Nations AI for Good Global Summit' in Geneva. This scalable solution offers a new approach to public health surveillance. 🦟

🏔️ US couple vanishes during Kailash Yatra in Nepal floods

An Indian-origin US couple has gone missing while undertaking the Kailash Yatra pilgrimage in Nepal. The couple was reported missing in the region affected by recent flash floods. Specific details regarding the date of disappearance and exact numbers are currently under investigation by local authorities. This incident occurred amidst the ongoing severe weather conditions that impacted the pilgrimage route. Rescue efforts are currently underway to locate the missing individuals. 🙏

😟 Visa denied, woman returns home after group vanishes in Nepal

A Bengali woman was forced to return home after her visa application was rejected. This incident is connected to a group that went missing while they were in Nepal. The group was reportedly traveling to the country around early 2024. The situation raises concerns regarding the safety of tourists in the region. Authorities are currently investigating the disappearance of the entire group.

🍗 Fable demo lets you turn skeletons into roast chickens

A full quest demo for Fable was recently played, showcasing the city of Bowerstone and character choices. The demonstration took place at gamescom 2026, featuring combat alongside the game's core charm. Players can experiment with various magic spells without being locked into a class system. The mission involved fighting waves of reanimated skeletons, with unique reactions to player damage. This approach continues the original trilogy's focus on heroic, one-to-many combat scenarios. 🐔

💀 Skeleton to roast chicken in Fable demo

The Fable demo showcased a full quest, focusing heavily on Bowerstone and character choices. The gameplay features varied magic spells harmonizing with foundational melee systems. Players can experiment with loadouts, such as using a hammer with lightning strike or levitation spells. Combat scenarios often involve one-to-many fights, letting players feel heroic against waves of enemies. This approach continues the legacy of the original Fable trilogy's intense encounters. 💀

🏆 India vs Sri Lanka draw impacts WTC standings

India and Sri Lanka drew the second Test at Colombo's Sinhalese Sports Club, giving India a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. India dominated the first innings, dismissing Sri Lanka for 290, but the hosts fought back strongly in the second innings. Devdutt Padikkal scored 117 and Dhruv Jurel made an unbeaten 115 as India surpassed 500 runs. The draw positions India fifth in the World Test Championship with 68 points and a 51.52% points percentage. Moving forward, the series outcome will determine key standings in the WTC race.