🎬 Friday OTT Drops: Vijay, Dark Comedy & More 🍿

Several big shows and movies are hitting OTT platforms this Friday, August 21, 2026. Releases include 'Clean Up Company' on Amazon MX Player and 'Pyaar Prema Kalyanam' on Netflix. 'Jana Nayagan' starring Thalapathy Vijay is available on ZEE5, though its release date was July 23, 2026. The lineup also features 'Stillwater Season 5' on Apple TV and 'Facing El Chapo' on Netflix. Viewers can catch these new additions for their weekend binge-watching session.

🧐 Veteran offers to fund Ladakh tourist's salary after checkpoint row

A viral video showed a tourist arguing with security at a Kargil checkpoint, sparking a major controversy. Retired Lt General DP Pandey criticized the female tourist for her "We are Gen-Z" rant in Kargil, Srinagar. The incident occurred on July 25, when Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Army chief General Dhiraj Seth were present. Pandey offered to crowdfund a month's salary for her to serve in Siachen to counter her poor conduct. He stressed that Kashmiri citizens are equal partners and should adhere to security protocols. 🧐

🧐 Manipur leaders head to Delhi over NRC demands

A 10-member team from Manipur left for New Delhi on Thursday, August 20, 2026, to push for NRC updation before the Census 2027. This team included leaders from Meitei, Pangal, and Naga communities, amidst civil unrest in the Imphal Valley. The departure followed a 48-hour general strike and a boycott across five districts. Campaigners are demanding an Assam-like exercise to secure the future of indigenous communities. The State government also supports NRC implementation due to concerns over illegal migration. 🧐

😠 Poonam Pandey backs Govinda against wife's insults

Actress Poonam Pandey stepped in to defend veteran actor Govinda during his public marital spat. This incident involves Govinda and Sunita Ahuja amidst rumors of an affair with Komal Rani Swarnkar. Sunita Ahuja reportedly made a 'sugar daddy' remark, leading to speculation after her appearance in family court on Wednesday. Govinda's manager confirmed Sunita filed for divorce but later withdrew the case. The couple married in March 1987, keeping their early relationship private.

😥 6-Year-Old Dies After Teacher Assault Over Homework

A six-year-old student passed away after being beaten by a teacher during a classroom incident. The incident occurred at an unspecified school, involving the student and the educator. CCTV footage captured the moment the student collapsed immediately following a slap from the teacher. This shocking event has sparked widespread outrage across the educational community regarding teacher conduct. Authorities are now investigating the matter to determine the full sequence of events and next steps. 😥

👮 Lawyer for Choksi & Modi arrested in London

Criminal lawyer Vijay Aggarwal, who represented Mehul Choksi and Nirav Modi, was arrested in London on sexual assault charges. The Metropolitan Police stated that the incidents occurred on May 26th and August 9th at a Mayfair address. Aggarwal was charged with four counts of sexual assault, while Manpreet Kaur faced two counts on August 13th. He and Kaur were remanded in custody to appear at Southwark Crown Court on September 10th. Authorities are continuing to support the two women who reported the assaults. 👮

🔒 Chinese National Gets 20 Years for BTS Hack

A Chinese national received a 20-year prison sentence for hacking the accounts of BTS member Jung Kook and others. The individual was apprehended in South Korea. The charges related to unauthorized access to multiple accounts dating back to 2021. This hacking activity targeted high-profile K-pop stars, causing significant digital disruption. Authorities are continuing to investigate other related cybercrimes. 🔒

💸 Chinese hacker gets 20 years for BTS Jung Kook hack

A Chinese national, surnamed Chun, was sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Seoul court. He was leading a hacking scheme that targeted BTS member Jung Kook and various Korean business executives in South Korea. The charges stemmed from the theft of over 38 billion won, or $27.2 million, between August 2023 and January 2025. This group operated overseas, including in Thailand, by impersonating wealthy individuals to steal their assets. The agency, HYBE, managed to stop an attempt to steal 8.4 billion won worth of Jung Kook's shares. 💸

💰 Buffett indirectly owns tiny piece of SpaceX

Elon Musk's wish for Warren Buffett to be a shareholder in SpaceX has indirectly come true. As of June 30, Berkshire Hathaway held about 0.04% of SpaceX, valued over $800 million. This stake came through Berkshire's 0.9% holding in Alphabet, which owned about 4% of SpaceX. This indirect holding is small compared to Berkshire's total assets of $1.3 trillion at the end of June. A direct investment by Buffett in SpaceX remains unlikely due to his preference for mature businesses. 🚀

🏏 ICC lifts demerit point on Lahore's pitch

An ICC appeals panel has officially reversed the demerit point previously given to Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. This action was taken concerning the third ODI between Pakistan and Australia held in June. The pitch had been initially rated as "unsatisfactory" for excessive spin assistance in a low-scoring match. The panel rescinded the sanction after reviewing footage and concluding the pitch lacked excessive unevenness or spin. This marks the second time the PCB has successfully overturned an ICC pitch-related penalty. 🏏

🚑 7-year-old dies after neck gets caught in bus door

A seven-year-old boy tragically died after his neck became caught in the hydraulic door of a luxury bus. The incident happened in Vadodara, Gujarat, near the Suryanagar-Tarsali bypass at a local repair garage. The death occurred on Wednesday evening, August 20, 2026, according to police. Initial investigation suggests the boy got trapped while trying to open the door, but missing footage has raised foul play doubts. Police are now questioning mechanics and witnesses to clarify the exact sequence of events. 😔