📚 Raipur University cancels exam after paper leak 🚨

The Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV) has cancelled the B.Sc Agriculture first-year Plant Pathology exam held on August 7. This action follows a police investigation confirming that the examination paper had been leaked. The university previously saw a leak on August 20, involving a BSc Agriculture second-year subject. The rescheduled exam for August 7 will take place during the first week of September. Strict measures are being taken to secure future exams, including using password-protected emails.

🎬 Awarapan 2 hits big, nets Rs 133 crore in 10 days

Awarapan 2, directed by Nitin Kakkar, wrapped its second weekend by earning Rs 21.75 crore at the box office. The romantic action drama, co-starring Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi, achieved a 10-day nett collection of Rs 133.25 crore. The film previously earned Rs 111.50 crore in its first week, with the second weekend adding Rs 22 crore. This sequel benefits from a successful genre revival featuring Emraan Hashmi. It is expected to conclude its theatrical run around Rs 150 crore nett.

🧟 Yeon Sang-ho brings new chaos to zombie films

South Korean director Yeon Sang-ho is injecting fresh life into the zombie genre with his new film, Colony. The movie is set in a shopping mall where a bioterror attack unleashes waves of undead creatures. The film, releasing in 2026, features a scientist threatening the attack and Se-jeong who analyzes the zombie evolution. The story examines hive mentality versus cooperation among survivors trapped inside. Audiences can stream this 123-minute thriller on Prime Video and BookMyShow Stream. 🧟

🏏 Pant's back; India's Test grind continues in Colombo 🏏

Saransh Jain got out as Asitha Fernando took his fourth wicket during the second day of the second Test. This happened in Colombo, where Rishabh Pant has returned to bat after sustaining a wrist injury on Sunday. India currently leads with a score of 307/6, aiming for a big total on this day. Devdutt Padikkal's 117 and Shubman Gill's 50 were key to India's strong start. Monday's focus will be on Pant's fitness and preventing Sri Lanka from breaking the Indian batting line-up.

🚨 600kg paneer destroyed in food safety raids

Authorities destroyed a total of 600 kg of paneer during intensified food safety raids in Noida and Jaipur. These actions targeted dairy businesses and other food items in both Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. The destruction happened amid checks ahead of the upcoming festive season. Samples of khoya, ghee, and curd were also collected for lab testing. Further action will be taken against any establishments found to be selling unsafe or substandard products.

😔 22-foot Ganesh idol collapses in Mumbai

A massive 22-foot Ganpati idol tragically collapsed in Mumbai during the festivities. The incident occurred in a crowded area of the city during the idol immersion preparations. Authorities confirmed that the collapse happened on September 7th, 2023. This massive idol was part of a large public celebration, drawing huge crowds. Officials are currently investigating the exact structural failures that led to the accident. 😔

🗣️ India asked US to skip Qs at Modi-Trump meet, Trump 'forgot'

India had requested the US to skip questions during the press interaction after PM Modi’s meeting with US President Donald Trump in France. According to Sergio Gor, Trump initially agreed to New Delhi’s request but later forgot and invited questions from journalists. This change transformed the planned brief interaction into a 45-minute press conference with PM Modi beside him. The meeting happened on June 17 at the G7 summit, discussing issues like Indian seafarers' safety. Both leaders were also discussing trade ties as the event took place.

🔥 Traitor allegations surface against Parul Gulati

Parul Gulati faced accusations of cheating after her eviction from The Traitors. Krystal D’Souza and Shahneel Gill brought forward claims that she allegedly received information from outside the game. These claims intensified after Parul made strong early suspicions about traitor identities on the show. Krystal questioned how Parul made accurate calls without valid reasons, suggesting external help. Shahneel described the situation as potential 'match fixing' involving shadows being paid to leak intel. 🕵️

🏆 Pranesh M dominates Kanizsa Open 2026 in Hungary

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M has successfully clinched the title at the Kanizsa Open 2026 tournament. This victory took place in Hungary, where he faced top international competition. The tournament ran from March 15 to March 22, 2026, featuring numerous elite players. This win solidifies his standing as a top player on the global chess circuit. He will now prepare for upcoming major international chess events.

📈 GIFT Nifty hints at good start for Indian markets

The GIFT Nifty is currently signaling a positive beginning for both the Sensex and Nifty indices. This movement is being watched closely by investors across the financial sector. Specific figures and dates regarding the sanctions are yet to be released for detailed analysis. The current sentiment is heavily influenced by the ongoing news surrounding Iran sanctions. Market participants are eagerly waiting for official developments to guide their investment strategies.

🔪 Drug bust turns deadly in Bangladesh family murder

The murder of a Hindu family of four occurred in Rangpur city, Bangladesh, after a confrontation over drug use. The incident involved Ganapati Chakraborty, his wife Pritilata, daughter Agami, and son Priyam. On Saturday night, August 22, police found the four bodies in their locked home after the father questioned two drug users. The suspects, Mughdho and Siddhartha, allegedly killed the family after strangling Ganapati with a gamchha. Shockingly, the accused stayed inside for hours, ate dates and cucumbers, and even bathed before leaving. 😔