🎬 Ranveer Singh's end-of-world thriller 'Pralay' begins shooting

The action thriller Pralay, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Jai Mehta, has officially started filming in Mumbai. This major motion picture marks Ranveer's next project after the successful 'Dhurandhar' series. The film features Kalyani Priyadarshan and is a production of Birla Studios. It explores a survival journey against a potential end-of-the-world catastrophe in Mumbai. The production is aiming to blend spectacle with a deep human emotional core.

🔥 Ramayana trailer blows up in China

The trailer for the Ramayana film has generated massive buzz among Chinese viewers. The movie, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi, is being called superior to local Chinese productions. It has already surpassed one million views in China shortly after its release. This massive response highlights global interest in the film's epic scale and production value. Ramayana Part One is scheduled for a worldwide release on November 6th.

🏏 Bangladesh mirrors Kohli's wisdom to beat Australia

Bangladesh shockingly defeated Australia by nine wickets in the first Test at Marrara Oval on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026. This massive win, sealed by Mominul Haque, came after implementing changes inspired by Virat Kohli's advice. The Bangladesh Cricket Board introduced Test player contracts and altered the National Cricket League pitches. Mominul Haque spearheaded a fast-bowling revolution, pushing for longer grass and three pacers per match. This strategic shift has inspired young cricketers to pursue fast bowling careers in Bangladesh. 🏏

🧐 Wordle answer for August 16 is out 🧐

Today's Wordle puzzle #1884 was released on August 16, 2026, offering a moderately challenging experience for players. The game, created by Josh Wardle, is worldwide popular and requires players to guess a five-letter word within six tries. Hints revealed the word starts with 'A' and has one vowel, with no repeating letters. The solution to crack the puzzle is ASPIC, which means a cold jelly of meat or tomato juice. Players should avoid reusing grayed-out letters to maintain their streak.

🌧️ Low-pressure system brings heavy rain threat to Odisha

A low-pressure area has formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal affecting the West Bengal-Odisha coasts, according to IMD on Sunday. This weather system is predicted to move northwards and increase in intensity over the next 24 hours. North and western parts of Odisha, including Balasore and Bhadrak, are under red alert for heavy rainfall. The system is expected to influence Odisha's weather until August 24, bringing thunderstorms and winds up to 50 kmph. Fishermen have been strongly advised to stay away from the sea during this rough weather period.

✈️ Cabin crew meal reveal at 25,000 ft

A cabin crew member shared a look into her meal break while working high above the ground. Samruddhi, who is the crew member, showed what her meal looked like in an Instagram video. Her lunch, served at around 25,000 feet, included rice, vegetables, chicken, and lentils on a flight. She clarified that another crew member covers duties so passenger service never stops during breaks. Furthermore, she confirmed the ATR aircraft does not have ovens for heating the meals.

🚨 Students detained before Amit Shah's Alwar visit

Some students were detained by police ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Alwar on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The detention occurred before a planned protest at RR College in the Alwar district. Protestors were reportedly planning to raise issues like the Jantar Mantar lathicharge and demand student union election restoration. Mr. Shah is scheduled to launch 933 development works worth ₹6,279 crore across Rajasthan. During the event, 10,548 personnel will receive appointment letters at the Mukhyamantri Rojgar Utsav.

🚨 Passenger shoots at Varanasi airport during security check

An Air India Express passenger fired shots at Varanasi Airport during a routine weapons check. The incident took place at the airport in Varanasi, India. Two screeners sustained injuries from the firing incident which occurred on a specific date not mentioned. This action happened while security personnel were conducting standard screening procedures for passengers. Authorities are currently investigating the matter to determine the full extent of the incident. 🚨

🏏 Shanto calls recent win 'biggest' for Bangladesh

Shanto declared the recent victory as the biggest win for Bangladesh across all formats of cricket. This achievement was secured by the Bangladesh team during a recent match in the tournament. The win occurred on a date not specified in the report, but it marked a significant milestone for the squad. This victory bolsters the team's morale and standing in the ongoing competition. Moving forward, the team will aim to maintain this momentum in subsequent matches. 🏏

🇮🇳 India's 80th Independence Day sets World Record in NY

Indian Independence Day celebrations in the New York tri-state area culminated in a Guinness World Record achievement on Saturday, August 15, 2026. This record was set at Veterans Memorial Park in Parsippany, New Jersey, featuring over 1,300 U.S. flags surrounded by Indian tricolours forming the number "250." The event marked both India's 80th Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the United States. Organizers highlighted the deep friendship between India and the U.S. through the Indian-American community's efforts. Further celebrations, including a parade, are scheduled for Sunday, August 16.

🐻 Fined for startling polar bear near North Pole 🐻

A ship operator received a fine of 50,000 Norwegian kroner, equivalent to Rs 4.5 lakh, for disturbing a polar bear. This incident happened near the North Pole while passing a sea inlet off the coast of Svalbard. The deliberate sounding of the ship's horn startled the bear, causing it to wake up and leave the shore. Lars Fause, the Governor of Svalbard, took legal action against the operator for this violation. The Svalbard Environmental Protection Act strictly prohibits needlessly disturbing or attracting polar bears.