🎬 Toxic beats Dhurandhar's opening day haul

Yash's film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' has seen a strong opening day despite mixed reviews. It is starring Yash and was directed by Geetu Mohandas, released worldwide on August 26, 2026. By 3 PM, 'Toxic' had crossed Rs 54.85 crore net in India, leading Ranveer Singh’s 'Dhurandhar' which opened with Rs 28.60 crore net. The film has strong pan-India appeal, evidenced by high morning occupancy across multiple languages. Now, the film is aiming for an Rs 80 crore-plus net opening to cement its big launch status. 🚀

🔥 Rijiju slams Khera, calls Rajya Sabha seat a prize

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused Congress leader Pawan Khera of receiving a Rajya Sabha seat as a prize. This spat occurred between Rijiju and Khera, with Rijiju referencing Rahul Gandhi's alleged role. The allegations stem from Khera making false claims against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and his wife during the assembly campaign. Khera was elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Karnataka in June, sparking this controversy. Rijiju is now escalating the feud following their earlier exchange over a swimming video. 🏊

🗣️ Rijiju jabs Khera in swimming video beef

Kiren Rijiju made a pointed remark towards Pawan Khera during a video exchange. This happened following a disagreement stemming from a swimming video incident. Rijiju specifically referenced a "Rajya Sabha Prize" while addressing Khera. He also brought Rahul Gandhi into the ongoing political discussion. The situation is expected to continue as political tensions remain high.

🚀 UP offers German language course for jobs in Germany

The UP Government is rolling out a German Language Training Programme to help youth find jobs in Germany. The training is being conducted by the Directorate of Employment at Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University in Lucknow. The course runs for three to four months and covers German language levels from A1 to B2. This initiative aims to boost candidates' readiness for career prospects in Germany. Interested people should watch official updates from the Directorate of Employment for registration details. 🇩🇪

🛡️ Karnataka Health Minister on National Anthem Debate

UT Khader, Minister for Health and Family Welfare of Karnataka, commented on several major issues during an India Today interview. He firmly stated that one nation must possess a single national anthem, dismissing political debates on 'Vande Mataram' as distractions. The Minister also defended youth activism and mentioned the historical change to an 18-year-old voting age. Furthermore, he detailed the state's push for job creation and enforcing hygiene in Karnataka's food establishments. These efforts underscore the state's focus on public safety and quality food access moving forward. 🛡️

🏏 Pakistan women play men for Asia Cup prep

Pakistan's women's cricket team took an unusual approach to their Asia Cup preparation by playing full T20 matches against a men's side in Lahore. This training involved both teenage and senior male players under full Twenty20 rules to increase pressure. Captain Fatima Sana stated these competitive matches will help the team adapt to tournament challenges. This preparation comes after a poor T20 World Cup showing, where she performed strongly. Pakistan will start their Asia Cup campaign against Thailand on September 1. 🏏

🎬 Irumudi crosses 100 Crore worldwide on Day 5

Ravi Teja's movie Irumudi maintained its box office standing on its fifth day of release. The film is currently performing well in India, with the Telugu version leading the collections. On Day 5, Irumudi earned Rs 12.20 crore net in India, bringing its worldwide gross to Rs 103.55 crore. The action drama explores a father's journey to overcome his past challenges. The movie, released on August 21, 2026, continues its steady run across different regions.

💧 Carbon majors linked to huge western US water loss 💧

A new study found that 122 fossil fuel and cement companies are linked to half of the western US water crisis. These carbon majors were responsible for up to 64% of climate-related impacts since 1950 in the western US. This has caused 35 km3/year less snow water equivalent and 1/3 of the groundwater decline in California's Central Valley (2003-2024). The findings fuel debates around climate liability and 'superfund' issues in the region. This research provides scientific backing for ongoing water scarcity concerns across the US.

🚀 India's engineering exports hit $12.24B in July

India's engineering exports surged by 18% year-on-year, reaching $12.24 billion in July 2026. This growth was driven by strong performance in the US and China markets, which remain key destinations. In Q1FY27, cumulative exports hit $46.38 billion, showing 18.21% growth over the previous year. However, EEPC India warned about headwinds from geopolitical friction and rising non-tariff barriers. Exporters need to boost competitiveness and diversify markets to sustain this momentum. 📈

🎤 CORTIS on their music and finding their sound

K-Pop group CORTIS recently discussed their creative journey with ELLE India. The members shared insights about their songs, specifically 'PACK IT UP' and 'MONEYMONEYMONEY'. They detailed the process of developing their unique sound while working in the industry. This discussion provided fans a look into their musical evolution and artistic vision. CORTIS continues to push creative boundaries with their upcoming projects. 🎤

🤖 Bill Gates wants 'human-only' jobs against AI takeover

Bill Gates has advocated for designating certain jobs as 'human reserved' to prevent AI from taking over those roles. He shared this view in his 6,000 word essay, 'The turbulent AI era is here,' where he cited healthcare as an example. The piece emphasizes that many jobs will disappear forever as robots advance, requiring new global frameworks. Gates warned that governments are currently unprepared for AI's massive impact across sectors like employment and security. He is also pushing for cooperation with China, aiming to meet with President Xi Jinping in November. 🤖