🎬 Yash's Toxic gets gag order before Aug 26 release

A Bengaluru court issued an ex parte temporary injunction against false or defamatory content related to Yash’s movie, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. The order was granted to KVN Productions against defendants including X Corp and an unidentified person. This injunction remains active until the next hearing scheduled for September 28th. The ruling specifically blocks malicious news but does not restrict film reviews or criticism. The action comes as producers increasingly seek such injunctions ahead of movie launches. 🎬

🕉️ Srisailam darshan tickets drop on Aug 25

Tickets for various darshan and sevas at Srisailam temple will be available online starting Tuesday, August 25. The temple executive officer, M. Srinivasa Rao, confirmed that 90% of tickets will be accessible via the 'Mana Mitra' WhatsApp service. Only 10% of the tickets will be available through the APTS website, www.tms.ap.gov.in. This system is part of a government initiative for efficient citizen service delivery. Devotees are advised to aim for Tuesday through Friday for better booking chances.

🏛️ Trump admin pushes massive fee for H-1B visas 💸

The Trump administration released a proposed regulation to enforce a fee exceeding $100,000 on new H-1B visas. This move targets highly skilled foreign workers, building on a temporary proclamation from last year. The proposed fee is set at $103,265 and will be subject to a 30-day public comment period starting August 24, 2026. Previously, a federal judge blocked the initial fee, but an appeals court is currently reviewing the legality of the charge. The final rule could be established by the end of the year, despite ongoing legal challenges.

🏛️ New Lokayukta office in Haveri to finish in nine months

Lokayukta B.S. Patil laid the foundation stone for a new office building at Basaveshwar Nagar in Haveri on Monday. The ₹4.15-crore project was assigned to the contractor with a completion timeline of nine months. This initiative is part of the Lokayukta's role in investigating administrative lapses and corruption cases. Currently, 38,000 to 40,000 cases are pending before the Lokayukta for review. The new building aims to serve as a benchmark for quality government infrastructure in the district. 🏛️

🗣️ Jagan to meet key YSRCP leaders on August 25

Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the YSRCP president, is scheduled to hold a state-level meeting on Tuesday, August 25th. The gathering will take place at the YSRCP Central Office in Tadepalli and include various party functionaries. Key attendees will comprise regional coordinators, district presidents, and state general secretaries. The agenda covers public issues, party organization strength, and local body election readiness. Mr. Jagan will review these matters and give directions for the next steps. 🗣️

🤖 Gemini access just got way easier on Android

A new 'Ask Gemini' button is now integrated into Android's text selection menu across various apps. This shortcut allows users to send selected text to Gemini in a single tap, streamlining the process significantly. It is appearing in multiple Google app versions, including 17.51.19, and also works in Firefox and WhatsApp. Previously, users had to manually copy and then paste the text into the Gemini app. This rollout makes it much simpler to initiate a query using generative AI on the go. 🤖

🤕 Gavi's knee scare is just a bruise, good news

FC Barcelona fans got some relief as Gavi's injury scare against Elche was confirmed to be minor. The official MRI scan at Ciutat Esportiva ruled out major damage, classifying the issue as a simple contusion. He is expected to miss the upcoming Thursday clash versus Athletic Club. However, there is optimism that he will be fit enough for Monday's game against Rayo Vallecano. This positive news is welcome for the dressing room after his knee injury surfaced. 🤕

🎙️ Beyond awareness: India needs a menopause revolution

Roshini Sanah Jaiswal launched a new podcast to shift the focus on menopause in India beyond just basic awareness. She, founder of Justhuman, is pushing for deeper conversations covering medical care, policy, and real women's experiences. Indian women reach menopause at 46, which is almost five years earlier than the global average. Jaiswal argues that menopause is a 'systems problem,' not just a hormonal one. The initiative aims to push for better policy and accessible Hormone Replacement Therapy.

🔥 Rahul Gandhi's 'Smash Patriarchy' call sparks political firestorm

Rahul Gandhi called for women to 'smash the patriarchy' at the 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' event in Pune. He criticized the Manusmriti, BJP, and RSS for promoting anti-women views. The BJP then pushed Gandhi to back PM Narendra Modi's 33% women's reservation bill in Parliament. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath countered by accusing Gandhi of insulting Indian traditions. This event also brought scrutiny to the Congress party's own record on women's representation.

🎗️ HIV/AIDS awareness drive in Coimbatore

A series of HIV/AIDS awareness programs, featuring a pledge and a folk art show, took place on Monday. District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar presided over the event at the Coimbatore district collectorate. The Collector administered the awareness pledge and started a rally involving college students. Furthermore, an initiative was launched to place awareness stickers on autorickshaws. This campaign aims to spread vital health awareness across the region. 🎗️

🏢 Mumbai's Rustomjee Crown faces demolition scare

Demolition action has started against alleged unauthorized construction at Rustomjee Crown in Mumbai. The BMC initiated this action targeting 128 flats within the Crown Mill Compound. This issue involves the merging of common spaces near lifts, estimated to be worth over Rs 250 crore, starting on an unspecified date. The complaints, filed by activist Santosh Daundkar, specifically cite violations by flat owners including politicians and bureaucrats. The BMC is now proceeding against the structures deemed unauthorized in the luxury housing project. 🏢