🤖 LTX-2.5 drops open-weight video generation model

LTX-2.5 is a 22-billion-parameter open-weight world model capable of generating synced video and audio from various inputs. This model was developed by LTX, a spinout from Lightricks, for applications like robotics simulation. It supports resolutions up to native 4K HDR and clip lengths between six to 20 seconds. The architecture uses a dual-stream diffusion transformer to generate media cohesively, reducing local computing needs. It is now available as open weights on Hugging Face for developer use. 🎬

⚖️ Justice Chandran dissents on relaxing 3-year practice rule

Justice K Vinod Chandran dissented against the Supreme Court's judgment that reduced the three-year practice requirement to one year for Civil Judge (Junior Division) recruitment. This disagreement was raised while describing the courtroom as the most profound classroom for learning law. He argued that reducing experience would foster careerists instead of competent jurists capable of enriching the system. Justice Chandran also criticized the proposed two-year training, suggesting it would strain the exchequer and delay judicial vacancies. He concluded that there was no ground to review the earlier judgment restoring the required experience. ⚖️

🙅‍♀️ Kareena Kapoor Khan not pregnant, team confirms

Speculation arose online after a video sighting suggested Kareena Kapoor Khan might be expecting her third child. Her team has officially confirmed that Bebo is not pregnant, dispelling the recent rumors. Kareena and Saif recently returned from a beach holiday around Saif's 56th birthday on August 16. Previously, Kareena had mentioned to Saif that she did not want any more children. Saif is set to reunite with Akshay Kumar in the film 'Haiwaan'.

🎬 Animal Park shooting delayed until late 2027

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal Park filming will start six months after the release of his movie Spirit. This update was confirmed by Pranay Reddy Vanga during an NTV Telugu conversation. Spirit, starring Prabhas, is set for a March 5, 2027, release date. Animal Park will pick up the story where Animal left off, featuring Ranbir Kapoor in dual roles. Ranbir also has multiple major projects lined up in 2027, including Ramayana: Part 1 and Love & War. 🎬

😠 Smriti Irani slams Rahul Gandhi's protest antics 😠

BJP General Secretary Smriti Irani questioned Rahul Gandhi's commitment to the FIR demand regarding pellet gun use during the youth protest in New Delhi. She pointed to videos circulating online showing Gandhi tossing toffees and laughing at the police station dharna. Irani asserted that investigations are underway concerning the protest march and Supreme Court committees. She further accused Gandhi of trying to tarnish the reputation of the armed forces for political gain. She also countered claims of being 'youth' by pointing out Gandhi's age and the youth in the forces.

💖 Victoria's Secret's 'Very Sexy' lands in India

Victoria's Secret has launched a new era of its 'Very Sexy' collection in India, featuring signature silhouettes and elevated details. Triptii Dimri is leading this new chapter for the brand in India. The refreshed collection, unveiled on August 21st, highlights pieces like the Shine Strap Push-Up Bra. Triptii Dimri stated the collection represents confidence and is incredibly wearable for women. This launch at Ambience Mall, Delhi, marks the next phase for the iconic line in the country.

📄 New USCIS forms drop for students and green card folks

USCIS is introducing revised versions of several key immigration forms starting September 15th and September 18th. These changes affect international students, H-1B spouses, and green card applicants across the US. On September 15, new I-539 and I-765 forms launch, while the updated I-485 arrives three days later. The I-539 change removes the Duration of Status system for F-1 and J-1 visa holders. Applicants must use the new forms for filing to avoid rejection.

😠 India removes structures outside Pakistan High Commission

Authorities removed unauthorized structures and queue-management barriers outside the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi on Friday. This action followed Pakistan's removal of structures in front of the Indian High Commission despite India's objections. The Ministry of External Affairs stated this was a proportionate response to the earlier action. On Thursday, traffic bollards and barricades around the diplomatic compound were also taken down. The debris visible showed sections of the outer structures completely demolished. 😠

😥 Two teens drown in Mumbai cattle shed tank

Two boys tragically drowned while swimming in a water tank at a cattle shed in suburban Goregaon East. The deceased have been identified as Zaib Patel, aged 15, and Nakhib Patel, aged 13. This incident occurred around 12 noon in Gautam Nagar, Aarey Colony on Friday. Both students from Jogeshwari Gunfa English Medium Secondary School were absent from classes that day. Fire brigade personnel rescued them but they were declared 'brought dead' at Trauma Care Hospital.

🎬 Toxic gets 'A' certificate after minor changes

Yash's action thriller, Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-ups, has received its 'A' certificate from the CBFC with no major cuts. The Kannada-English film was cleared last week ahead of its August 26 release, boasting a runtime of 3 hours and 12 minutes. The board only mandated two minor replacements of phrases in the Kannada and English versions. The film will also carry mandatory anti-smoking and anti-drinking warnings for all viewers. This rating restricts the movie's theatrical viewing strictly to adult audiences.

🏸 Treesa-Gayatri secure medal shot at BWF Champs

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured a maiden medal at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi by defeating the Chinese pair. They played against China's Zhang Shuxian and Jia Yifan at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Friday. The unseeded duo won with scores of 16-21, 21-15, 21-13, marking their third big scalp. This makes them the first Indian women's pair to reach the Worlds semifinals since 2011. This medal is India's only one this edition after Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost.