entertainment New posters for "Made in Korea 2" have dropped, featuring Hyun Bin, Jung Woo Sung, and Woo Do Hwan. The sequel is set nine years after Season 1, focusing on Baek Ki Tae, Jang Geon Young, and Baek Ki Hyun. The series will have six episodes, with the first two dropping on September 9th. The plot shows their ambitions spiraling out of control and creating deep rifts. Viewers can anticipate a clash of desires as the power balance shifts.
health India's first dengue vaccine, Qdenga, is anticipated to be available in the first half of 2027 in private healthcare settings. This vaccine, manufactured by Takeda Pharmaceutical, is approved by CDSCO and targets individuals aged 4 to 60 years. Globally, 2024 saw a record 14.4 million dengue cases, with India reporting 232,425 cases and 233 deaths. Qdenga protects against all four dengue virus serotypes using weakened versions of the virus. Consultation with a doctor remains crucial to determine if the vaccine is suitable for an individual.
science Scientists are finalizing the Circular Slit Spectrometer, a groundbreaking instrument designed to redefine solar corona studies. This equipment is being prepared by researchers in Padua, Italy, for a major test at the Javalambre Astrophysical Observatory in Spain. The spectrometer promises rapid analysis by capturing the entire corona spectrum in a single shot. Federico Landini, the lead researcher, noted this is a huge leap past previous measurement techniques. This development is timely as it is set before the August 12 eclipse event. 🔭
entertainment Australian model Serena Wardell married Casper Ettelson at her ancestral Crom Castle in Ireland. The couple first met in Sydney in March 2020, and Ettelson proposed to her in Mallorca in June 2024. Their wedding was held in June 2026, reflecting their personal tastes and shared history. The celebration featured custom stationery, family recipes, and Guinness throughout the weekend. This wedding perfectly captured their desire for a personal and playful event. 💍
top The Supreme Court approved TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's request to travel overseas for eye treatment. The decision was made by a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant in New Delhi. This permission allows him to travel for three weeks in September using his diplomatic passport. The court required him to submit all travel and medical details, which agencies can use confidentially. This overturns a Calcutta high court order that had previously denied his travel request. 🏥
india A four-year-old girl was attacked by a pack of seven stray dogs in the Mhetre Vasti area of Pimpri-Chinchwad in Pune on Sunday. The CCTV footage captured the moment the dogs surrounded her while she was playing outside her house. The girl suffered serious injuries during the attack, which was witnessed by nearby residents. Locals rushed to the spot, drove the dogs away, and successfully rescued the injured child. She is currently hospitalized, and residents are demanding action against the stray dog menace. 😟
business The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force has launched an online application for 282 Medical Officer posts. Candidates can apply via the official website starting from August 10, 2026. These Group A vacancies include 115 Medical Officer, 162 Specialist Medical Officer, and 5 Super Specialist Medical Officer roles. The recruitment is overseen by the Central Armed Police Forces Medical Officer Selection Board. The final date to submit applications is September 8, 2026, at 11:59 pm. 🩺
india The Othukkungal grama panchayat, led by IUML, has passed a resolution asking for a review of the Kerala govt’s Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme. This civic body is located in Malappuram district, Kerala, and the move was officially passed on August 10, 2026. The panchayat wants to exclude women government employees from the scheme because it negatively impacts private bus services. Instead, it suggests prioritizing women from financially weaker sections. This is the first time a UDF-ruled body is questioning the scheme.
business HDFC Bank has reduced its Marginal Cost of Funds-based Lending Rate (MCLR) by 5 basis points across most loan tenures. This reduction applies to loans in various tenures, with the new rates effective from August 7, 2026. While the MCLR has lowered, the actual benefit depends on whether the borrower's loan is linked to MCLR. New retail loans are mostly tied to external benchmarks, meaning the cut might not immediately lower the final interest rate. Borrowers must check their benchmark, spread, and next reset date to see who benefits. 🧐
business Renault reported domestic sales of 3,293 units in July 2026, marking a 27.88% YoY growth over July 2025. However, the new-generation Renault Duster sales plummeted to just 512 units in July, its lowest monthly tally since launch. Renault's overall domestic sales rose 63.84% between April-July 2026. This Duster slump contrasts with Nissan Tekton gaining 1,670 units in the same month. Production shifts at the Chennai facility are suspected as a reason for this decline. 📉
india CM C Joseph Vijay's resolution mandates that Tamil Thaai Vazhthu must be the first song at all official events across Tamil Nadu. This decision asserts Tamil identity and state autonomy over the Centre's protocol concerning Vande Mataram. The resolution was unanimously passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Monday, August 10, 2026. Vijay argued that prioritizing the state song is crucial for Tamil Nadu's linguistic and cultural rights. This move sparks a bigger debate on federalism versus uniform ceremonial standards. 🎤
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