🏏 Saif Ali Khan bowls in London, fans notice lineage

A new video of Saif Ali Khan showcasing his bowling skills on a London cricket field has gone viral on social media. The actor, dressed in cricket whites, was seen bowling and stopping a quick run during the clip. At 55, he displayed ease while playing, given his father and grandfather were famous cricketers. Saif shared his family's cricketing history with his son, Taimur Ali Khan, at Lord's Cricket Ground. He will next be seen in the thriller 'Haiwaan' set for September 11. 🏏

🎤 Atif Aslam on India ban: 'I miss you guys'

Pakistani singer Atif Aslam addressed his nearly ten-year absence from the Indian music scene in a recent YouTube chat. The ban stemmed from heightened tensions after the Uri terror attack in 2016, leading IMPPA to restrict hiring Pakistani artistes. During this time, Atif noted that his fans kept supporting him via VPN, even if pirating music. He expressed that while he doesn't miss working there, he misses his Indian fans and thanks those who banned him for his independent growth.

📸 Football stars at Ronaldo's wedding? It's fake news.

Fake photos have been circulating online claiming Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Harry Kane attended Cristiano Ronaldo's wedding. The images are actually AI-generated or digitally manipulated, as confirmed by fact-checkers. Ronaldo publicly confirmed his marriage to Georgina Rodriguez on Tuesday by sharing a picture of their wedding bands. The couple kept their ceremony very private, reportedly in Cascais, Portugal, attended by their five children. Social media users need to be careful and not treat these viral pictures as authentic proof of any guest's presence. 📸

🧪 Your everyday products hide undisclosed chemicals

A new study revealed that nearly all personal care and cleaning products contain undisclosed chemicals not listed on their labels. Researchers tested 113 items across 12 categories, finding 98% had at least one unlabeled chemical. On average, each product held 51 detected chemicals, far exceeding the 16 ingredients usually listed. This includes chemicals linked to serious health issues like infertility and cancer. The study urges moving beyond ingredient lists to test finished products for safety.

🔪 Woman killed by lover after eloping from husband

A 20-year-old woman from Bihar's Nawada district was murdered by her lover after she left her husband for him. The crime happened in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, where the accused stuffed her body in a trolley suitcase. Rishabh Kumar Singh was arrested in Varanasi nearly two months later, on August 3, after the body was discovered. The couple had frequent disputes, leading to a heated argument on June 9. The police arrested him after receiving a tip-off about his location in Varanasi.

📈 Stocks to watch: Manappuram, L&T, Tata Motors focus

The domestic stock market is set for a flat opening with a positive bias on Wednesday, August 12. Several companies like Tata Motors, HAL, and IRCTC are reporting their June quarter earnings today across the BSE. Oil-linked stocks are in focus due to rising crude oil prices amid Middle East supply concerns. L&T is transferring its data centre business for ₹1,400 crore, while SBI has M&A deals in the pipeline. Higher aluminium prices are also expected to benefit domestic producers like Hindalco and NALCO.

🍀 Shillong Teer Results Dropped for Aug 12, 2026

The official Shillong Teer results have been released for August 12, 2026. This information is relevant for players in Shillong, Meghalaya. The winning numbers for the day included specific digits across multiple draws. These results are checked daily by enthusiasts following the lottery game. Players are advised to check the official sources for the complete details moving forward.

🎾 India's squash needs more than just talent

Veer Chotrani, a 24-year-old squash player, highlights what is needed for a national squash boom in India. He and other players, like Anahat Singh, are succeeding globally, with Anahat winning the World Junior Squash Championship in weeks before. Currently, four Indian men are in the world's top 60, but they must train abroad due to a culture gap. Chotrani emphasizes that the country needs proper guidance and an ecosystem to retain talent long-term. Building a dedicated training hub is key for Indian squash to compete with global powers like Egypt. 🎾

🚢 Iran holds firm on Hormuz demands despite Pakistan visit

Iran has maintained its strict conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions. Pakistan's interior minister, Mohsin Naqvi, recently visited Tehran where discussions took place with President Masoud Pezeshkian. This development occurs as the US-Israel conflict continues and US and Houthi attacks hit shipping in the Gulf of Oman and Bab al-Mandeb. Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei insists the US must end its military campaign and release Iranian funds for any reopening. Analysts suggest Iran keeps it closed to increase pressure on the United States. 🚢

🤩 Mallika Sherawat claims Tom Cruise has a crush on her

Mallika Sherawat recently commented on a clip from The Traitors 2, claiming Hollywood star Tom Cruise has a crush on her. This exchange took place during the show's pre-premiere buzz with comedian Aaditya Kulshreshth. The reality show is set to premiere on August 13, featuring 21 contestants, including Mallika Sherawat and Munawar Faruqui. The Traitors pits contestants into secret roles of Traitors and Innocents for high-stakes deception. Fans reacted with mixed opinions to her bold statement about the action star. 🤩

✈️ Air India pilot faces music after marijuana test

An Air India pilot flying flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi reportedly tested positive for marijuana during a confirmatory dope test. Sources indicate the pilot showed questionable behaviour, such as sitting on the floor of the flight deck, while on the flight. The incident occurred during severe turbulence where the plane lost around 300 feet of altitude. A young co-pilot eventually landed the Airbus A320neo safely despite the situation. The DGCA process requires rehabilitation and medical clearance before the pilot can fly again.