🎬 Ravi Teja's 'Irumudi' hits 50 crore net in India

Ravi Teja's film 'Irumudi' has successfully crossed the Rs 50 crore mark in India net collections within just three days. The movie is screening across 3,078 shows, with the latest Day 3 net collection reaching Rs 18.80 crore. This Sunday's figure showed a 16% rise compared to Saturday's Rs 16.20 crore earnings. The film is about Trinadha, who battles alcoholism through his relationship with his daughter Manikanta. More collections are anticipated as the movie continues its steady rise in the coming days. 📈

💥 Verstappen's crash ruins Dutch GP; Norris wins

Max Verstappen suffered a horrific crash during the Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday, ending his race early. The incident occurred while he was running seventh in the final corner on the damp track at the Dutch GP. The crash led to a red flag, causing a delay of about half an hour on the race day. Lando Norris capitalized on the chaos to secure his second consecutive victory of the season. Kimi Antonelli finished second, while Norris maintained his championship challenge. 🏁

📈 5 stocks analysts say to buy this Monday

Market analysts have identified several high-conviction trading ideas focusing on the financial sector for the upcoming session on Monday. Top picks include AU Small Finance Bank, IIFL Finance Ltd., and Central Depository Services (India) Ltd. For instance, AU Small Finance Bank has a target price of Rs 1,170 with a stop loss at Rs 1,080. IIFL Finance suggests a target price of Rs 777, while CDSL has a target price of Rs 1,480 as of August 24th. Traders are advised to use these entry points, price targets, and stop-loss limits to manage risk effectively. 📈

🕉️ Neem Karoli Baba on Soul vs. Body

Neem Karoli Baba shared a profound quote emphasizing that great sadhus are omnipresent rather than confined to a physical form. He explained that the soul represents the subtle, inner essence, described as the 'small form' of being. Conversely, the physical human body is viewed as the 'huge form' that captures most of our attention. This teaching encourages people to look beyond physical appearances to their deeper consciousness. By realizing this, one can reduce insecurity and live with greater freedom.

🔬 US reviewing childhood vaccine policy

The US administration is currently reviewing its childhood vaccines policy, leaning toward recommending fewer vaccines. Dr Michael Ybarra of PhRMA cautioned against accepting a "lower bar of protection" against serious diseases. The current schedule is based on decades of rigorous US scientific research and public health expertise. Imposing a narrower schedule based on foreign recommendations would mean accepting lower protection standards. This discussion follows President Donald Trump's previous comments on August 24, 2026.

📱 Budget phone challenges big brands' repair prices

A new smartphone priced at $650 is entering the market with a specific goal in mind. This device is targeting the high repair costs associated with Apple and Samsung products. The launch aims to provide an affordable alternative for consumers. This move is set to disrupt the current market dynamics between major players. The industry is watching to see how this new player performs in the coming months.

📉 KPMG Australia cutting almost 400 jobs amid market worries

KPMG Australia is implementing a significant workforce reduction, cutting nearly 400 positions across the firm. This move affects employees working within the Australian operations of KPMG. The layoffs are set to take place starting in the coming weeks, following recent market instability. The firm has publicly warned about the challenging economic climate impacting the business sector. KPMG plans to restructure its operations to better align with current market demands moving forward. 📉

✨ Love vibes change as Mercury shifts signs 🌠

Mercury is spending its final day in Leo on Monday, August 24, 2026. This shift means the focus in love is moving from big gestures to practical, lasting connections. For Aries, Mercury in Virgo helps organize relationship plans, while Taurus needs to communicate feelings openly. Gemini should focus on building a healthier foundation by being honest about needs. Ultimately, the energy encourages authenticity and real-life demonstration of affection.

⚖️ Bangladesh: Political opponents stuck in jail

Human Rights Watch called for an end to indefinite pretrial detention of politicians in Bangladesh. This concerns thousands of officials and activists detained after Sheikh Hasina stepped down in August 2024. As of February 2026, at least 10 Awami League office holders have died in prison without charges. Critics argue the government's new bill could block investigation into arbitrary arrests. Authorities keep cycling cases to prevent bail for those detained without evidence.

🔱 Akshaye Khanna as Asura Guru in Mahakali

Akshaye Khanna's portrayal of Shukracharya, the Asura Guru, was revealed in director Pooja Kolluru’s Mahakali on Wednesday, August 19. He plays this mystical mentor character in the upcoming saga featuring Prasanth Varma. The story traces Shukracharya's journey from a brilliant student to mastering Sanjeevni Vidya. His complex role contrasts with simple good vs. evil narratives, focusing on mortality differences. Ultimately, this character arc sets up intense conflict, culminating in a personal test with Kacha.

🤔 Modi govt possibly sabotaging caste census?

The Modi government is proceeding with caste counting in the next census, despite prior controversies. This decision follows a U-turn from April 2025, initially criticizing the 2011 survey method. Critics now argue the chosen open-ended methodology will render the data useless, similar to the 2011 issues. Sociologists call this a "planned failure" because variations in spelling create massive entry problems. Activists worry this misses the OBC population, which historically was estimated at 52%.