business Suriya's new film 'Vishwanth and Sons' is seeing a steady performance in its first weekdays. The movie, directed by Venky Atluri and featuring Mamitha Baiju, is currently running across 2,337 shows. As of Day 4, the film has collected approximately Rs 59.32 crore net in India. This marks a slight drop from Sunday's Rs 20.55 crore, which is expected for the first Monday. The total India gross is now around Rs 68.60 crore.
entertainment Bhagya Lakshmi fame actress Maera Mishra and her husband Rajul Yadav have announced their pregnancy to fans. The couple shared the heartwarming news on their Instagram handles with a special video. This milestone comes after their wedding in February 2025. The actress shared a note about their biggest adventure beginning soon. Fans and colleagues have flooded the comments with congratulations for the couple.
entertainment Ten beautiful homes belonging to top Indian fashion designers were showcased, reflecting their personal style. Manish Malhotra's home is in Bandra, while Payal Khandwala's is in South Mumbai. Malhotra is adding 5,000 square feet to his existing 11,000 square foot home, and Rao designed her 20,000-square-foot mansion in Hyderabad. These residences act as extensions of the designers' sartorial sensibilities and artistic expressions. The designers have curated spaces that balance personal taste with professional flair.
india KPCC President B.K. Hariprasad stated that there is no difference between Jaish-e-Mohammed, the Taliban, and RSS because all three are not registered in India. This comment came during a press conference held on Monday, August 17, 2026. Hariprasad also criticized the RSS for not singing Vande Mataram or hoisting the tricolour flag. These remarks followed an FIR against Congress leaders regarding the Vande Mataram controversy. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has also pressed the RSS for legal clarity on its assets and donations. 🧐
business Air India began a mandatory screening of its 5,000-strong pilot workforce following the August 4 Phuket-Delhi incident. This exercise covers about 3,500 Air India and 1,500 Air India Express pilots, going beyond the regulatory minimum. So far, two out of roughly 300 tested pilots returned 'non-negative' initial results for psychoactive substances. This heightened check follows an incident where an Airbus A320 had a sudden 300-foot altitude variation. Further confirmatory tests are needed to determine the final status of these pilots. 🧐
sports Match 32 of the Delhi Premier League 2026 is set for August 18th at Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi. Purani Delhi 6 currently sits in 3rd place with 4 wins, while North Delhi Strikers are in 5th with 3 wins. Ground stats show an average first innings total of 183 at this venue. Purani Delhi 6 is predicted to win this fixture, with Samarth Seth named Player of the Match. The match handicap also favors Purani Delhi 6 going into the game. 🏏
tech A robot waiter is now serving customers at Resham Dhaba located in Murthal, Sonipat. This automated service replaces traditional human waiters at the establishment. The article raises questions about the implications of this technology adoption in India. It prompts discussion regarding the feasibility of replacing human labor with robots in a densely populated nation. The situation sparks debate over the future of jobs in the service industry.
business The Karnataka government has directed crop insurance companies to start releasing claims for farmers in drought-affected regions. This decision was made during a senior officers' meeting held in Bengaluru on August 14. Specifically, companies can now settle claims in 23 gram panchayats of Ramadurg and six in Yaragatti taluk. This applies to green gram and black gram crops under the mid-season adversity clause. The Deputy Commissioner will lead a monitoring committee to coordinate with the insurers moving forward. 🌾
india Tamil Nadu Minister Sarathkumar faced questions in the Legislative Assembly regarding a video clip resembling drug use. The issue came up on Monday, August 17, 2026, after the clip resurfaced. Minister Sarathkumar explained he was powdering a tablet for his child using a bank card. He countered the opposition's claims, citing an ₹888 crore scam in his department. He asserted there was no need to raise the issue without solid evidence. 💊
The new-generation Audi Q3 has been postponed for its launch in the Indian market. This highly anticipated SUV was slated for a release later this year across India. While specific dates are not yet confirmed, sources suggest the wait might be a bit longer than expected. The updated model promises significant tech upgrades and design enhancements over its predecessor. Audi is expected to reveal more detailed launch plans in the coming months. 🗓️
Kia is reportedly developing a new volume SUV that is anticipated to fit between the Syros and Seltos models in their lineup. This upcoming SUV is expected to target a specific segment within the competitive SUV market. No official launch dates or specific pricing details have been released by the company yet. Industry insiders suggest this move aims to capture a larger share of the growing SUV segment in India. More concrete information about the design and features is expected in the coming months. 🚗
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