🍿 New OTT drops this weekend across major platforms

Several new movies and shows are hitting OTT platforms between August 14 and August 16. Titles like 'Cocktail 2' are coming to Netflix, while 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' is available on ZEE5. Releases include romantic comedies, thrillers, and historical dramas featuring big names. Viewers can catch these diverse genres across Netflix, Prime Video, and ZEE5. Some series, like 'The Traitors Season 2', premiered slightly earlier on August 13 on Prime Video. 🎬

📜 DU drops Delhi Sultanate paper from PG syllabus

Delhi University has officially dropped the course on The Delhi Sultanate from its postgraduate syllabus. This decision affects students at the university, where the paper previously covered medieval state formation in North India. The changes were notified in the syllabus published on August 7th, alongside other topic removals. This shift is part of broader syllabus restructuring following the implementation of NEP 2020. The university's Academic Council reviewed these courses via an Expert Committee. 📚

☕ Coffee for weight loss? Study sheds light on the facts.

A recent study investigated the potential health benefits of regular coffee consumption. Researchers conducted this study across participants in various locations to observe metabolic changes. The findings indicated that consistent coffee intake correlated with a slight reduction in body fat percentage over a 12-week period. This suggests that caffeine might boost metabolism and aid in weight management efforts. Further research is needed to fully understand the long-term implications for human health. ☕

🚀 Indian Astronaut Menon to Go Outside ISS for 6.5 Hours

Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon will join ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot for an EVA outside the ISS. This spacewalk is scheduled for August 18, involving the replacement of a high-speed data and communications antenna. The operation is expected to last approximately six and a half hours. This mission follows Menon's first spacewalk on August 6, which lasted 6 hours 27 minutes. Adenot will become the first French woman to conduct a spacewalk during this activity.

📈 Gold holds steady above $4,300 amid Fed hike doubts

Gold prices are currently showing resilience while facing downward pressure from market sentiment. This holding pattern is observed in the global commodities market. Specifically, the metal remains above the $4,300 mark despite recent fluctuations. This stability is partly attributed to reduced expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike. Investors are closely watching upcoming policy decisions to gauge future price movements. 📈

❤️ Bachchan recalls Dharmendra's massive heart and open doors

Amitabh Bachchan shared a sweet memory of his late co-star, Dharmendra's, incredibly generous nature. During 'Kaun Banega Crorepati,' Bachchan noted Dharmendra's home was a 'free-for-all' welcoming everyone. He recalled seeing 4-5 men arrive and Dharmendra assuming his wife had invited them. This reflected Dharmendra's massive heart and warm hospitality towards all visitors. Dharmendra passed away last November, and Bachchan paid his final respects. 💖

🚨 Gandhi slams centre over alleged China stopping army in Arunachal

Rahul Gandhi alleged that China stopped Indian Army patrols at several spots in Arunachal Pradesh, calling it extremely alarming. This happened in Arunachal Pradesh, with Gandhi questioning the silence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The issue surfaces amid China's historical claims, like the 69,000 sq km mentioned in 1960 border talks. Gandhi accused the government of prioritizing the PM's image over national security concerns. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also questioned the Centre regarding China's presence in the state. 🇮🇳

🛰️ Pakistan's rover joins China's Moon mission in 2029

Pakistan has named its first lunar rover Jinnah-1, marking a major step in its space program. Suparco announced this on Thursday, stating the rover will join China's Chang’e-8 mission at the Moon's south pole. The mission is tentatively scheduled for 2029, with the rover weighing about 35 kg. Jinnah-1 will study plasma, radiation, and lunar geology for future exploration possibilities. This collaboration places Pakistan in a bigger international effort to explore the Moon's south polar region. 🚀

😟 Rahul Gandhi slams Centre over China stopping army in Arunachal

Rahul Gandhi alleged that China has stopped Indian Army patrols at several spots in Arunachal Pradesh, calling the situation extremely alarming. This happened in Arunachal Pradesh, and Gandhi questioned the silence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, and PM Narendra Modi. The allegations surface amid ongoing border tensions and China's historical claims of around 69,000 sq km during 1960 talks. Gandhi criticized the government for prioritizing the PM's image over national security matters. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also demanded answers regarding patrolling access in the region. 😟

🏥 Sukhbir Badal stable after gurdwara attack surgery

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal underwent a 90-minute surgery after being attacked in a gurdwara. The incident occurred at Gurdwara Mata Sahib Devan Ji Mugat near Nanded, Maharashtra, on Thursday. Doctors confirmed a tendon injury and a sharp penetrating wound, which were successfully repaired. He is expected to be discharged today and flown to Punjab this afternoon. Police are investigating the attack by Jaspal Singh, who was a volunteer at the gurdwara. 🏥

✈️ IAF's massive transport fleet upgrade underway

The Indian Air Force is set to acquire about 60 multi-role transport aircraft in a programme valued near Rs 1 lakh crore. This major overhaul is planned for the IAF, with defence officials confirming the details. The acquisition targets replacing old platforms, scheduled to happen around August 14, 2026, as a key modernization effort. Indian firms like Tata and Mahindra are leading global partnerships for this indigenous manufacturing push. These new aircraft will boost strategic airlift and could even support aerial refuelling missions. ✈️