🔥 Mystery surrounds burnt cash at Judge Varma's house

A panel concluded that police lapses concerning the matter involving then Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma were due to the case's sensitive nature. The incident involved ₹500 notes being seen burning at Justice Yashwant Varma's residence in March 2025. The panel was unable to provide a clear answer regarding the burnt cash. This investigation continues to raise questions about the missing funds. Further updates are awaited from the authorities.

🤔 India's Test selection headache looms over Sri Lanka series

India faces major selection dilemmas heading into the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. The team selection itself is likely to decide the outcome of the two Tests in Galle and Colombo. Rishabh Pant's recent patchy form puts his spot and Dhruv Jurel's role under scrutiny. Coaches must decide on balance, considering specialist batters versus extra bowlers. The debate also includes swapping Ashwin for a right-handed spinner like Saransh Jain. 🏏

🧟 Uday-Majnu 2.0 coming: Zombie comedy with Tiger Shroff

Firoz Nadiadwala is planning a new zombie comedy, potentially titled Uday-Majnu 2.0. Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar have been approached for roles in this project, alongside Tiger Shroff. The film is intended to be a kids-friendly comedy and will be part of Firoz Nadiadwala's universe. Currently, the scripting phase of the movie is actively underway by the team. The production is slated to begin by early 2027 with a complete schedule.

🔥 Awarapan 2 set for huge box office debut

The Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani led film, Awarapan 2, is set for a massive opening in India. It is being directed by Nitin Kakkar and is tracking for an opening between Rs. 15 crore to Rs. 20 crore. As of Wednesday at 5 PM, about 35,000 tickets have sold across PVR Inox and Cinepolis, aiming for 1,00,000 total. This massive advance surpasses recent releases like Tere Ishk Mein, which sold 75,000 tickets. The film has potential to hit Rs. 80 crore over three days, making it a major surprise this year.

🔭 Solar Eclipse 2026: Zodiac Signs to Watch

A solar eclipse event is predicted for 2026, prompting astrological predictions for certain zodiac signs. The forecast suggests five specific signs might require extra caution over the subsequent 15 days following the event. No specific numerical data or dates were provided in the source material for the exact timing or scope of the heightened alert. Astrological interpretations often link cosmic events to shifts in personal energy and life patterns for those affected. Individuals in these signs are advised to remain mindful and prepared for potential changes. 🔭

📢 CJP hints at new protest season starting soon

CJP's Abhijeet Dipke has hinted that Season 2 of Jantar-Mantar is set to begin shortly. He mentioned this during recent discussions about ongoing political movements across the nation. Specific dates for the new agitation were not disclosed, but preparations are reportedly underway. This move comes as political tensions remain high in several major cities. Further details regarding the protest schedules are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks. 📢

🕊️ Poet for harmony brutally killed in Kashmir 💔

A Kashmiri Pandit poet and social worker, Sarwanand Koul Premi, was tortured and killed on May 1, 1990. He and his 27-year-old son were found hanged in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, after being taken by armed terrorists. The incident occurred during a period of intense violence when many Pandits were leaving the Valley. Premi had championed communal harmony, believing his goodwill would protect his family from the escalating terror. Security agencies are now reopening the 1990 FIR after new details have emerged in the decades-old case.

🚀 Space companies are playing greenwashing with cosmic vibes

Space companies are using a tactic called 'starwashing' to market space exploration while downplaying Earth's environmental risks. This practice involves appealing to cosmic wonder instead of just environmental responsibility, as seen with Blue Origin. For instance, Blue Origin claims its rocket fuel is Earth-friendly, omitting that water vapor can amplify warming. Moon mining and orbital data centers add more launches and debris to already crowded orbits. These ventures continue despite known risks to Earth's environment and space.

🦠 AI designs viruses, testing biosecurity limits 🧪

Scientists recently used artificial intelligence to design complete genetic instructions for bacteriophages, which are viruses that attack bacteria. This research took place with bacteriophages targeting E. coli, utilizing an AI model named Evo 2. The study involved computer-generated viruses, raising concerns about whether current safeguards can keep up with AI advances. These tools could help treat infections but also present new biosecurity challenges moving forward. Therefore, researchers stress the need for safeguards to evolve alongside these powerful new biological design capabilities.

⚽ East Bengal vs Al-Arabi: Big clash in ACL Two

East Bengal and Al-Arabi faced off in a do-or-die AFC Champions League Two clash at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. The match saw both teams fail to convert on multiple chances during the proceedings. So far, the score remains tied at 0-0 as the game progresses through the minutes. This fixture is crucial because the winner secures a spot in the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Two group stage. Both teams are playing with high stakes as they fight for continental qualification. ⚽

😢 Google's Jeff Dean's emotional farewell after 27 years

Google's chief scientist, Jeff Dean, is leaving after 27 years to co-found AI startup Discovery Loop. He shared a timeline of his last two days at Google, starting in 1999 as employee number 30. During his farewell, 1,500 people attended his party, and he spent his final hours answering 400 goodbye messages. The startup is backed by Alphabet and aims to automate AI experiments across multiple fields. Dean officially became a co-founder of Discovery Loop just after midnight on Friday. 🤖