🎓 IIT Bombay grad quits KBC at 1 crore

An IIT Bombay graduate and UPSC aspirant, Yogesh Sahu, opted out of the Rs 1 crore question on KBC 18. He appeared on the show from Chhattisgarh and secured Rs 50 lakh before the final hurdle. The question concerned a horse that won the 1943 Indian Derby, which was from Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Racecourse. Sahu felt the wording might exclude the correct answer, which was Princess Beautiful. This decision sparked online discussions about the quiz's challenging nature. 🧐

🌾 Nilambur to get agri-tourism market

MLA Aryadan Shoukath announced the establishment of a tourism-linked agricultural market centre in Nilambur. He made this statement while inaugurating the district-level Onam market in Nilambur, Kerala's Malappuram district on Saturday. The Agriculture department plans to promote farming methods by incorporating new technologies in the region. Nilambur municipal chairperson Padmini Gopinath presided over the event, and Vice-chairperson Koomanchery Shoukathali received the initial sale. This initiative aims to boost local farming through tourism integration. 🌾

🔭 Eclipse Hunt Led to Travel Adventures

Chasing a solar eclipse became a major turning point in the author's life. This journey led them to discover the world of event travel. The experience involved traveling to specific locations during the eclipse event. This newfound interest opened up many possibilities for future travel experiences. The author now actively plans trips around unique events.

🎬 Emraan Hashmi's Gunmaaster G9 teaser plays with Toxic

The teaser for Emraan Hashmi's Gunmaaster G9 is set to premiere in theatres before Yash's Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups. This action-romance film stars Emraan Hashmi, Genelia Deshmukh, and Aparshakti Khurana, with a worldwide release date set for November 27, 2026. The promotion is being done early to build buzz for Hashmi's next project. The film reunites creative forces including Himesh Reshammiya and director Aditya Datt. This early screening aims to create significant curiosity among fans ahead of its big debut.

🚨 Man arrested for wife's death in Kerala

A 40-year-old man named Hussain Andippatt was arrested for allegedly killing his wife, Fousiya, 37. The incident occurred in Tirur, Malappuram, where he reportedly dumped her body in the river. Hussain was apprehended in Pookayil after a tip-off following the disappearance. He took Fousiya from home on Wednesday evening under the pretext of going to the seashore. The investigation concluded with the recovery of Fousiya’s body from the Tirur river near Padinjarekkara.

✨ Career vibes for the week ahead

A weekly career horoscope covers August 23 to August 29, 2026, offering guidance for different zodiac signs. Aries should lead projects but delegate appropriately, while Taurus sees quiet work gain senior attention. Gemini must prioritize valuable opportunities amidst many calls, and Cancer gains trust through thoughtful contributions. Leo's visibility increases, urging careful acceptance of roles, while Virgo should bring solutions, not just point out issues. 🚀

😠 Jaiswal and Fernando clash after dismissal in Colombo

Yashasvi Jaiswal had a promising start before he was dismissed for 45 in the second Test against Sri Lanka. This incident happened in the 17th over of India's first innings at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. The dismissal occurred on Day 1, and Sri Lanka quickly fought back after India's initial push. Following the wicket, Asitha Fernando gave Jaiswal a fiery send-off, leading to a heated exchange where Jaiswal made slight head contact with the bowler. Team-mates intervened immediately to separate the two players and defuse the situation.

⚽ Alvarez only wants Barcelona, turns down Arsenal

Barcelona is in a race against time to sign Atletico Madrid superstar Julian Alvarez. The striker has firmly stated his desire to move to Barcelona and has rejected interest from Arsenal. Arsenal has asked to be kept informed as they wait for a possible change of heart in the next eight days. Alvarez was recently called up for Atletico's home opener, which will be a closely watched fixture. The final outcome of the transfer saga before the window shuts remains uncertain. ⏳

😔 PA's daughter found dead in Baramati, police probe begins

The daughter of an NCP (SP) MLA's personal assistant was discovered deceased in Baramati, Maharashtra's Pune district on Sunday. The deceased was reportedly the daughter of Ajit Dashavatare, the assistant to Rohit Pawar. This incident followed reports that the girl left home in anger after a minor argument with her mother on Saturday. Her family filed a complaint after she failed to return, prompting police action. Authorities have launched a full investigation, examining all possible angles of this developing case. 😔

🏏 Karn Sharma hangs up his cricket boots

Karn Sharma, a 38-year-old legspinner, has officially retired from both international and Indian domestic cricket. The Railways bowler made this announcement after a UP T20 league match, with his final appearance scheduled for August 25th. He concludes his career with four IPL trophies and made his international debut in 2014. His career featured impressive feats, like winning three IPL titles with three different teams. Moving forward, he plans to transition into coaching and other cricket-related responsibilities. 🏏

🏏 Karn Sharma hangs up his cricket boots

Karn Sharma, a 38-year-old allrounder, has officially announced his retirement from both international and Indian domestic cricket. The Railways cricketer shared the news on Saturday night after a UP T20 league match between Kanpur Superstars and Meerut Mavericks. He finished his career after his team's last Lucknow leg match on August 25, having played five international appearances. Karn notably won a hat-trick of IPL titles with three different teams: SRH, MI, and CSK. Moving forward, he plans to dedicate his time to coaching and other cricket-related responsibilities. 🏏