🧘 Shami backs Kohli's spiritual visits to Premanand Maharaj

Mohammed Shami strongly defended Virat Kohli's and Anushka Sharma's spiritual visits to Premanand Maharaj. The defense was made by Shami in an interview with Times Now Navbharat. This defense followed social media criticism regarding their frequent visits, including one after the ODI series against England last month. Shami stated that no one should object if a couple practices their faith, calling it a good thing. Kohli is expected to return for the ODI series against the West Indies from September 27 to October 3. 🧘

😡 Stalin slams Vijay after police questioning

Udhayanidhi Stalin strongly criticized actor Vijay after being released late from police questioning in Thanjavur. Stalin, the Leader of the Opposition for Tamil Nadu, called Vijay a "dummy Chief Minister" immediately following his release. The questioning stemmed from his comments made during a speech regarding the Cauvery water dispute with Karnataka. He claimed the arrest was a diversion tactic from the TVK government's failure to resolve the water issue. Stalin affirmed his commitment to legal action and denied having any bad intentions. 😡

🎮 Cricket 26 and Date Everything hit Game Pass

Microsoft dropped the first wave of new Game Pass games for August, featuring Cricket 26 and Date Everything. These titles are arriving across various dates, including August 13th and August 11th. Best Beast of Reincarnation is also available on day one for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Subscribers can also get early access to Gears of War: E-Day starting August 6th. Some older titles like Menace and Aliens: Fireteam Elite are leaving the service on August 15th.

🏥 Maharashtra Doctors Strike Over Homoeopathy Registration

Doctors in Maharashtra have called for a statewide strike regarding the ongoing controversy surrounding homoeopathy registration. The protest is being organized by medical professionals across the state of Maharashtra. Specific dates and the exact number of participating doctors have not been detailed in the initial announcement. The core issue revolves around the regulatory framework and recognition of homoeopathic practices within the state's medical system. Further updates on the strike's progression and official government response are anticipated in the coming days. 🏥

⚖️ Doncic ex-fiancée withdraws child support case

Anamaria Goltes filed a Request for Dismissal regarding her child support petition against Luka Doncic. This legal move was filed in the Los Angeles court, just days before Doncic's hearing challenge. The petition was filed in California, but both children have been residing in Slovenia since May 2025. Doncic argued California lacked jurisdiction since Slovenia was the children's home state. The withdrawal ends the current California proceedings without a judgment, as both sides seek a private agreement.

🎾 CM sanctions big cash for Chennai Tennis 🎾

Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has approved a ₹10 crore fund for the Chennai Open International Women’s Tennis Championship 2026. The Tamil Nadu Tennis Association representatives met the CM at the Secretariat in Chennai to discuss the event details. This WTA 250 tournament will be hosted by SDAT and TNTA in November 2026. The event is set to showcase top global women's tennis talent. This initiative aims to boost Tamil Nadu's reputation on the international sports scene.

🏗️ 9 GW data centre ecosystem coming to Amaravati

The 64th Authority Meeting of APCRDA approved inviting global tenders for a massive 9-gigawatt data centre ecosystem in Amaravati. This decision, made in Amaravati, was overseen by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu. The meeting also cleared tenders for 5G towers at 20 spots and approved the construction of two 18-storey towers for Quantum Valley at an estimated cost of ₹1,205 crore. Furthermore, the authority approved land allocation for the Inner Ring Road and ratified borrowings for farmers' annuities. A consultant will also study future bridge needs across the Krishna River for better connectivity.

🌿 New Chinese Carnivorous Plant Hits Global Scene

A mountain flower from China has recently joined the prestigious club of carnivorous plants. This plant was identified in the mountainous regions of China. Specific details regarding the exact count or date of its inclusion are not provided in the source. The discovery adds to the growing catalog of unique flora known for trapping insects. Further research will likely focus on its biological characteristics and ecological role. 🌿

🛡️ Google Passkeys Face Attack Risks with New Method

A new attack called 'Pass-ta-key' was successfully used to bypass security in Google's Chrome-based passkeys. Unit 42 researchers discovered flaws in Google’s Password Manager while testing this system. These methods exploit malware on a Windows machine to trick websites into accepting hijacked passkeys. The 'golden' method notably leaked encryption data, putting future passkeys at risk. Google has been contacted about these exploits, noting other providers use similar cloud models. 😟

🎧 Spotify partners with Merlin for AI music remixes

Spotify is launching a new AI feature allowing fans to make covers and remixes of artists' music with their permission. This expansion includes Merlin, a licensing partner, bringing over 30,000 labels into the program. The product aims to be different from fake AI songs, focusing on real, consenting artists. Spotify promises to credit and compensate artists involved in these fan-made creations. A research preview of this paid add-on will roll out to a subset of users soon. 🎶

😟 Processed foods fuel India's metabolic health crisis

A leading gastroenterologist warns that processed foods, inactivity, and stress are fueling a major metabolic health crisis in India. Dr. Kalapala, at AIG Hospitals, stated that obesity should be viewed as a complex organ disease, not just a weight issue. Current diets high in refined carbs and unhealthy fats are causing weight gain, fatty liver, and diabetes. Childhood obesity rates are reportedly between 15% to 18% in India, according to ICMR and NFHS studies. The risk starts pre-birth if the mother is overweight, with further issues arising from sedentary lifestyles. 😟