🎤 Nora Fatehi speaks on 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke' drama

Nora Fatehi addressed the controversy around the song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke' on a podcast. She revealed that she was prepared for the backlash due to the nature of the work. The actress stated she was not given permission for the Hindi version and had shot the original in Kannada three years prior. She clarified that only snippets and AI photos were used for the trending clips. She confirmed she did not perform to the Hindi song and has distanced herself from it. 🎬

🏊 Rijiju fires back at Khera over swim video

Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju strongly criticized Congress leader Pawan Khera for making comments about his swimming video. This exchange happened on Tuesday, after Khera mocked Rijiju’s swimming in Arunachal Pradesh. Rijiju pointed out he has fought eight elections, contrasting him with Khera's first term as an MP. Rijiju also threatened to report Khera's 'indiscipline conduct' to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. He asserted that he is a natural swimmer in the mighty rivers of his region. 🏊

💸 Israeli defense cash flows into US universities

Millions of dollars from Israel's Ministry of Defence and defense companies have quietly funded US university research. This undisclosed funding involved dozens of institutions, including Harvard and Columbia, between 2004 and 2025. Records show over $15 million linked to the Israeli defence establishment through grants and contracts. The money supported various projects, such as at the University of Connecticut and Columbia University. Experts are now criticizing universities for accepting funds linked to Israel's arms industry. 💰

⚖️ Pradosh becomes approver in Darshan murder case

A Bengaluru court accepted the plea of accused Pradosh to turn an approver in the Renukaswamy murder case. This development could strengthen the prosecution's case against actor Darshan and others involved in the incident. The case relates to the killing of 35-year-old Renukaswamy, whose body was found in Bengaluru in June 2024. Darshan's personal appearance was rejected, meaning he must continue participating via video conferencing. Pradosh's status is conditional, and failure to comply could see him treated as an accused again. ⚖️

🤖 Robot Fails Kick, Rival Does Victory Dance in China

A boxing match between two humanoid robots took a bizarre turn during the World Humanoid Robot Games in China. One robot fell after attempting a spinning head kick, while its opponent paused before doing a victory dance. This incident happened during the competition, showcasing programmed actions beyond just boxing moves. Another wild moment involved a weightlifting robot crashing into the judges' panel on Monday. The event tests robot balance, joint torque, and stability with heavy loads. 🤖

🕌 Muslims protest Hindu appointments on Islamic board

Muslim groups have protested the appointments of Hindus to the Islamic endowment board in India. The protests took place in various parts of the country concerning the recent board composition. The appointments were reportedly made on a specific date, though the exact number of appointees is not detailed. This move has sparked significant debate regarding the board's governance and representation. Further developments are anticipated as stakeholders react to the new appointments.

🔥 Taapsee Pannu's intense fight in Gandhari trailer

The trailer for Taapsee Pannu's film Gandhari has been released, showing a desperate mother's fight to save her abducted daughter. This intense action thriller features Taapsee Pannu in the role of a mother in the fictitious town of Joypurra. The film details how an accident caused her to lose her eyesight after her daughter was taken from a train. Taapsee vows to find her daughter Mishty, battling the Behrupiyas with immense resilience. Gandhari is set to premiere globally on Netflix on September 3.

💸 Disney rolls out early retirement option for leaders

The Walt Disney Company is offering a Voluntary Early Retirement Offer (VERO) to senior leadership across its corporate, entertainment, and sports units. This initiative was detailed in an internal communication by Sonia Coleman to eligible directors and above. The package includes severance pay, continued equity vesting, and active medical coverage, effective immediately. This move is part of Disney's ongoing cost-reduction campaign, which also includes more layoffs. Eligible leaders will receive personalized details regarding this optional program.

🇮🇳 New CAA rules put power in District Collectors' hands 🧑

New CAA rules have been notified by the MHA, giving District Collectors the power to grant citizenship directly. This revised mechanism covers six states and two Union Territories, excluding tribal areas like those in Assam and Tripura. The rules apply to eligible minorities from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan who entered by December 31, 2014. This change eliminates the slow, multi-layered process previously managed by central Empowered Committees. Moving forward, the District Collector is the sole authority to dispose of these applications.

🚀 India to hand over missile tech to private industry

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technology for all conventional missile systems to domestic industries. This move targets Indian private players across the country to boost self-reliance in defence production. The initiative aims to reduce import dependence and strengthen the domestic manufacturing sector. Systems like Akash, Nag, Astra, and Pralay are included in this tech transfer. This aims to enhance capabilities and integrate MSMEs into the defence supply chain.

😥 Father claims school hid child's death at Palghar Ashram

The father of a six-year-old child alleged that the school administration did not inform him about his son's death. The incident occurred at a tribal ashram school in Masvan, Palghar, where the child had been suffering from fever for two days. Officials reported that two students died in the last 20 days, prompting precautionary measures for 26 other students. This situation raises serious questions about the Tribal Development Department's functioning after a recent snakebite tragedy. Strict health checks and sanitation measures are now being implemented at the facility. 😥