🎉 Salman Khan hits Sohail Khan's party with Alliance cast

Sohail Khan threw a celebratory bash for the 'The Alliance' contestants after the show concluded. Salman Khan, Kushal Tandon, and Kunal Kemmu attended the party held at Sohail's Mumbai home. The grand finale was on August 6, 2026, where Mini Mathur won the competition. The gathering saw the cast putting aside past disagreements to celebrate their journey together. This event followed the show's run, which premiered on June 26 and featured 16 celebrities.

🏝️ Maldives hotel prices are seriously wild

Travel vlogger Jordan reviewed the Waldorf Astoria Maldives, one of the world's most expensive resorts. He experienced the stay in the Maldives, where rooms range from ₹2.5 lakh to ₹6.8 crore a night. Jordan stayed in the King Reef Overwater Villa, noting the incredible service and amenities. The resort features 119 villas and 13 restaurants, offering a lavish experience. Guests can even rent an entire private island for $80,000 per night. 🏝️

🩺 Laxman defends CoE amid Bumrah, Sudharsan injuries

VVS Laxman defended the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) against criticism over senior team injuries. This came as Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan were withdrawn before the Sri Lanka Test series. Both were conditionally selected on July 28, a week before the departure date. Laxman assured that the CoE coordinates seamlessly with selectors and team management regarding fitness. The process demands players clear benchmarks, as the human body is not a machine. 🏏

😥 Celebs step up for Assam flood victims 🙏

Devastating floods in Assam have sparked massive support from prominent personalities across India. Kartik Aaryan donated Rs 1 crore, while Randeep Hooda distributed supplies in Sivasagar district. The death toll has reached 99 this year, with thousands of families displaced and losing everything. Anupam Kher and Alia Bhatt also urged public contributions to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. These efforts continue as rescue and rehabilitation operations are still ongoing in the affected regions.

🧐 Soren addresses Jharkhand students amid turmoil

Hemant Soren has provided reassurance to the students of Jharkhand regarding the ongoing situation. The assurance was given to the students in Jharkhand concerning the CID probe, exam cancellations, and the resulting protest deadlock. Key dates and numbers surrounding these issues have been discussed in the recent talks. The context involves student protests over various administrative and academic concerns in the state. Soren plans to continue dialogue to resolve the current impasse among the students. 🧐

🦖 Why didn't dinosaurs shrink down to tiny sizes?

New research explored why dinosaurs never evolved into very small creatures, examining body size evolution using mathematical models. Researchers from the American Museum of Natural History and Princeton University found energy use alone couldn't explain the size gap. They suggest ecological competition, specifically with early small mammals, set a lower size limit for non-avian dinosaurs. The smallest known dinosaurs outside birds weighed close to one pound, contrasting with modern tiny species. Birds, however, escaped this limit by gaining access to new niches through powered flight. 🦖

📰 Rajasthan school students start their own paper

A government school in Tonk, Rajasthan, has started publishing its own newspaper to combat the lack of access to dailies in rural areas. Students from Classes 10 to 12 at PM Shri Government Senior Secondary School, Raholi, manage the production of 'Raholi Shiksha Samachar' and 'Raholi Education Times'. The school first published a book in the 2022 session, with the first newspaper issue coming out in 2023. This initiative allows students to learn journalism skills by covering school activities, while teachers mentor the process. The paper is distributed free of cost, supported voluntarily by the school teachers. 📚

🩺 CoE not just rehab centre: Laxman clarifies

VVS Laxman addressed media regarding the scrutiny faced by the Centre of Excellence (CoE) following player injuries. The visit included BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, and Laxman stated the CoE's role is beyond just rehabilitation. Several players, including Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan, are recovering from injuries as of Sunday. Laxman emphasized coordination among all teams and refuted any blame game among management and the CoE. The CoE is focused on strengthening the Indian cricket pipeline for future excellence. 🏏

🚑 Trailer hits car, six dead in MP crash

A trailer traveling on the wrong side of the road collided head-on with a car in Madhya Pradesh. The accident took place on the Badnawar-Ujjain four-lane road near Panchkawasa village in Dhar district on Sunday afternoon. At least six men from Vadodara died instantly, while one person was critically injured. The victims were reportedly returning to Gujarat after visiting the Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain. Police have started an investigation to determine the exact circumstances of this collision. 😥

🎾 Alexandrova on Sabalenka upset in Toronto

Ekaterina Alexandrova attributed her victory over Aryna Sabalenka to maintaining a fully committed mindset during the match. The tennis match took place in Toronto, showcasing a major upset in the tournament. The specific score or date details were not provided in the report. Alexandrova highlighted that her total focus was the key factor in securing the win against the formidable Sabalenka. Further matches in the tournament will continue to determine the final rankings.

🛑 JNU cancels Umar Khalid event; students call it suppression

JNU cancelled an event featuring Umar Khalid's book discussion on Adivasi histories. The decision was made by JNU after organizers allegedly failed to disclose complete program details for August 10, 2026, at 3 pm. The JNUSU strongly condemned this move, labeling it arbitrary and authoritarian. Students argue this cancellation suppresses critical thought vital for academic culture. They maintain the administration is creating a pretext for censorship against dissenting voices. 📚