sports Barbados Tridents narrowly beat Jamaica Kingsmen by five runs in the CPL 2026 opener. The match took place at Sabina Park, featuring stars Brandon King and Quinton de Kock for Tridents. Tridents scored 206 for 3 while Kingsmen managed 201 for 9 on the date. Despite a late blitz from Andre Russell, Tridents secured the win thanks to a crucial last-over denial. Kingsmen now face the challenge of rebounding after two consecutive losses. 🏏
entertainment Soha Ali Khan revealed her non-negotiable parenting rule during a video interview with Tweak India. She shared that she is fighting for her daughter Inaaya's bedtime around 8 pm. Inaaya was born in September 2017, and this rule is now accepted by her entire family. Soha learned the importance of scheduling from her mother, Sharmila Tagore. She also emphasizes that she tries to follow a personal 10:30 pm bedtime. 😴
science Social media is buzzing with claims that Earth will lose gravity for seven seconds on August 12, 2026. This bizarre rumor suggests NASA knows about it, attributing the event to waves from a black hole collision. The posts claim nearly 900 million people could die during this anomaly. Furthermore, it is alleged NASA has secretly spent $89 billion on Project Anchor to prepare defenses. However, a NASA spokesman has already dismissed these rumors, stating gravity is based on Earth's mass. 😮
entertainment The distributors of Batwara 1947 softened their stance and agreed to a 50-50 show arrangement with Awarapan 2. This change followed initial demands for Batwara 1947 to get 60% to 70% of the shows in both single and two-screen theaters. On August 14th, both films are scheduled for release, causing initial exhibitor worry. Further complicating matters, Spider-Man: Brand New Day distributors demanded minimum show counts across various theater sizes. Exhibitors now face the tough task of dividing screen time among the three popular movies. 🍿
business Gold rates experienced a significant surge in Hyderabad on July 20, 2026. The price for one tola of 22-carat gold is now Rs. 1,41,950, while 24-carat gold is at Rs. 1,54,860. These increases mark a jump of Rs. 950 and Rs. 1040, respectively. Internationally, gold rates had been fluctuating around Rs. 1,30,000 for 10 grams of 22-carat gold recently. Investors can track these prices as they depend on global rates, rupee value, and import duties. 📈
india A 19-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by six men in Gujarat following a bike skid. The incident occurred on August 9 while she was in Umargam with a male friend near Aamgaon in Talasari. Three accused have been arrested by Talasari police out of the total six involved in the alleged crime. After the crash, the men harassed the friend and then forcibly took the woman to a secluded spot at Achhad. The police are currently investigating the case and searching for the remaining three accused. 😔
sports Former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar warned that Pakistan will face a tough challenge in the upcoming Test series against England. The warning was given regarding the tour where Babar Azam leads the team against the hosts. Pakistan recently drew their series against the West Indies 1-1, despite a strong comeback win. Akhtar believes England will exploit seam-friendly conditions, unlike the West Indies match. This series is expected to heavily test Pakistan's overseas batting abilities. 🏏
india The agitation over recruitment exam irregularities in Jharkhand has entered its 19th day, as students reject the Hemant Soren government's reform assurances. Protesters, organized under JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch, are demanding exam cancellations and an independent CBI probe. Tensions escalated after a Monday clash where police used water cannons, resulting in injuries to both sides. The BJP also launched a statewide bandh on Tuesday protesting against the government's handling of the issue. Talks failed again on Sunday, leading to the Jharkhand Assembly adjourning sine die. 😠
business Mahindra has officially teased the production-spec Global Pik Up, a lifestyle pickup based on the Scorpio N. This new truck is set for its global debut on 14 August, following its 2023 concept showcase in Cape Town. The vehicle will feature a revised cabin with a large touchscreen and is expected to share powertrain options with the Scorpio N. It is designed to compete in the lifestyle pickup segment against rivals like the Toyota Hilux. More specific details regarding its name and pricing are expected at the August 14th event. 🚚
health A 10-year-old in Mumbai developed fever and body ache after walking through waterlogged lanes during the monsoon. Doctors are warning about leptospirosis, a bacterial infection spread by contaminated water from rat urine. Symptoms can appear 2 to 14 days after contact, making early detection tricky for parents. The BMC data shows leptospirosis had a high confirmation rate among suspected monsoon deaths in 2025. Parents must seek prompt medical help for persistent fever or yellowing of eyes.
business KTR has raised serious questions regarding a land deal involving Tesseract. This issue concerns a property transaction in Telangana, prompting public scrutiny. The allegations specifically point towards a potential connection with Revanth Reddy's brother. The deal has become a political talking point, fueling debates about transparency. KTR continues to demand a thorough investigation into the matter.
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