🎬 Jailer 2 release date: no reshoots happening

Speculation regarding Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ postponement from October 15 has been addressed by project insiders. A source confirmed that no reshoots are currently taking place for the movie. The untrimmed cut of ‘Jailer 2’ is ready, and post-production is actively progressing toward completion. Music composer Anirudh Ravichander's work on the background score is the next major step in the timeline. The film might face a box office clash with releases like ‘Ranabaali’ on October 16. 🎬

🌍 SCO slams US-Israel attacks on Iran and sanctions

SCO leaders signed the Bishkek Declaration condemning US and Israel's military strikes on Iran and Western sanctions. The declaration was signed by leaders including Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, Narendra Modi, and Shehbaz Sharif in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Members condemned attacks on Iran, citing civilian casualties, and also noted Israel's impact on Palestine. SCO strongly backed Iran's rights under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). The group also pledged to boost economic and energy cooperation among members.

🔬 MOF Film Moves Space Water Isotopes

Scientists have successfully demonstrated space-confined water isotope transport using a conductive Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) thin film. This research was conducted by a team of researchers at a specific institution, though the exact location is not provided in the abstract. The study details the mechanism of isotope movement under defined experimental conditions. This advancement offers new pathways for understanding material science in extreme environments. Future work will focus on optimizing this transport for practical applications. 🔬

🛣️ Pemmasani reviews highway projects in Guntur-Vijayawada

Union Minister of State for Rural Development Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar reviewed key National Highway projects and pending issues. This meeting took place at his camp office in Kolanukonda, Guntur district, on Tuesday. The review covered the DPR for the Chinakakani flyover and the status of the Outer Ring Road proposals. The Minister showed concern over the slow progress of ROBs at Kolanukonda and Suddapalli Donka. Officials were instructed to prepare reports on pending issues within two weeks. 🛣️

🛰️ ESA's Cluster Quartet's Final Tango 🛰️

The European Space Agency's Cluster quartet is concluding its mission after Samba's recent re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. The satellites operated in orbit around Earth's magnetosphere from 2000, with Tango scheduled for tonight's re-entry at 21:30:31 UTC. Despite initial battery failures, heroic engineering efforts kept the functional spacecraft going far beyond their five-year design life. The mission officially ended in 2024 as controllers initiated the disposal campaign. Tango's destruction tonight completes the journey of this resilient quartet.

🏏 PCB questions selectors over Imam and Rizwan picks

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued show-cause notices to the selection committee regarding the inclusion of Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan. This action targets the committee, which includes Aaqib Javed and Misbah-ul-Haq, for their decisions. The notice was confirmed on Tuesday evening, giving selectors 24 hours to provide a rationale for the picks. This follows recent major changes, including recalling seven players from England and dismissing coaches. The board is demanding an explanation for the selection process and criteria used for these players. 🏏

✨ From Orphan to Fighter: Anasuya Sarabhai's Journey

Anasuya Sarabhai, born in 1885 in Ahmedabad, faced hardship after losing her parents at age nine. She was forced into an unhappy marriage at 13 but pursued education in England starting in 1912 with her brother's support. Upon returning, she focused on social reform and education for disadvantaged girls. She then became a major force in the labor movement, fighting for mill workers' rights. Workers affectionately called her "Motaben," an elder sister figure. ✊

🏃 Arsenal misses out on Fofana transfer

Arsenal reportedly pursued Malick Fofana as an alternative forward option. The Gunners were interested in the player, but rivals Sunderland and Crystal Palace were in the running. An agreement between Sunderland and Lyon for $34.8 million was revealed on Monday night. Arsenal was already facing striker issues with other players being sold during the summer. Mikel Arteta now needs to pivot and find another way to strengthen the frontline.

🎮 POCO F9 Ultra: Next-level gaming phone drops

POCO unveiled the F9 Ultra, a high-end Android phone featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a massive 8,050mAh battery. This device is being offered alongside the more budget-friendly POCO F9 Pro in the latest F-series lineup. The F9 Ultra starts at $799, with early-bird pricing bringing the cost down to $729. It boasts a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with 185Hz refresh rate and Bose-tuned audio. The phone is also the first POCO model equipped with a 200-megapixel main camera. 🚀

🍅 Space tomatoes survived 6 years in orbit

NASA sent Rutgers tomato seeds into space for nearly six years as part of the SEEDS project. This experiment involved NASA, Langley Research Center, and the George W. Park Seed Company. The seeds were recovered in January 1990, and 132,000 kits reached 3.3 million students nationwide. Preliminary data showed space seeds germinated at 73.8% versus 70.3% for Earth seeds. Researchers found the seeds were tougher than expected, offering insights for future space agriculture. 🚀

💪 Bus dragged him, now he fights for UFC dream

Liam McCracken is set to fight Silvestre Sanchez in Las Vegas for a shot at a UFC contract. The 25-year-old Briton was tragically hit and dragged under a bus near his Liverpool home three years ago. He suffered severe injuries, including four back fractures and three broken ribs, on a date around the time of the accident. Despite initial fears ending his MMA career, he recovered and returned to fighting nearly two years later. Now, McCracken aims to use MMA to secure financial freedom for his family.