Three successful films have already released from Natural Star Nani’s ‘Hit’ franchise, and ‘Hit 4’ is on the way. Tamil star actor Karthi is reportedly playing the lead, while Nani will also appear in the film. Buzz suggests both stars will share screen space in a key action sequence, though an official confirmation is awaited.
At a Bihar rally, Rahul Gandhi accused BJP of stealing votes since 2014, with Election Commission backing. He cited evidence from Maharashtra and slammed PM Modi and Amit Shah. Tamil Nadu’s MK Stalin supported Gandhi, calling the Election Commission a puppet and vowing to defeat BJP in upcoming polls.
At a Bihar rally, Rahul Gandhi accused BJP of stealing votes since 2014, with Election Commission backing. He cited evidence from Maharashtra and slammed PM Modi and Amit Shah. Tamil Nadu’s MK Stalin supported Gandhi, calling the Election Commission a puppet and vowing to defeat BJP in upcoming polls.
War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, flopped with Rs 150 crore losses, becoming Indian cinema’s biggest box office disaster. The failed film halted Jr NTR’s spin-off and jeopardized YRF’s Spy Universe projects. Upcoming releases like ‘Alpha’ will determine the franchise’s survival amid stalled sequels and uncertainty.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a voter empowerment campaign in Bihar, joined by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi. In a notable moment, Rahul gave his sister Priyanka a bike ride during the rally. The visuals from the event went viral on social media, drawing significant public attention and enthusiasm.
Anish Bhanwala won silver in the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol at the Asian Shooting Championships, narrowly missing gold by one point to China’s Su Lianbofan. India has earned 72 medals so far, including 39 golds, boosted by strong performances from junior shooters and Olympian Sift Kaur Samra’s recent gold.
Maharashtra Governor and NDA Vice-Presidential candidate CP Radhakrishnan arrived in Tirumala for the first time after filing his nomination. He was warmly received at Padmavati Guest House by TTD Additional EO CH Venkaiah Chaudhary, CVSO Muralikrishna, and senior officials, who welcomed him with bouquets and extended their greetings.
The Parliamentary Standing Committee lauded Telangana Cyber Security Bureau for its effective cybercrime control since April 2024. With 472 cases registered, 160 arrests made, and Rs 283 crore fraud prevented, the panel urged the Centre to support and expand such initiatives nationwide for stronger cybercrime prevention.
The grand Maha Ganesh idol was installed in Khairatabad, with TG Governor Jishnu Dev Verma performing the first puja. TG Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, and Congress leaders participated. Despite rainfall, large crowds of devotees are gathering, taking selfies, and lining up for darshan, marking a vibrant start to the Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 11 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 7 hours. On Tuesday, August 26, 77,837 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 21,510 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.49 crore on the same day.
Rain lashed all 11 districts of Delhi today, with the IMD predicting more showers. Authorities warned of traffic congestion, slippery roads, and minor damage to crops and vulnerable structures. Residents were advised to stay indoors, avoid trees and water bodies, and follow safety precautions. Temperatures ranged 24.5-33°C; AQI was 69.
Union Bank of India (UBI) has announced 250 Specialist Officer vacancies, including Wealth Manager roles. Applications close tomorrow. Candidates must apply online at unionbankofindia.co.in. Selected applicants are required to serve for two years; early resignation will incur a penalty of ₹2.5 lakh. Interested candidates should apply before the deadline.
Despite the US imposing 50% tariffs on Indian goods, impacting $48 billion in exports including textiles, gems, and electronics, India may not retaliate due to trade dependencies. The tariffs exclude essential medicines. India could seek diplomatic or WTO-level resolution, as retaliation may disrupt broader strategic and economic ties with the US.
India has issued fresh humanitarian flood alerts to Pakistan over the Tawi river, following heavy rainfall in northern states that forced dam releases. Despite suspending routine Indus Waters Treaty data sharing after the April Pahalgam attack, India warned of high flood risks to prevent loss of life and property, as rivers in Jammu and Punjab […]
Mumbai’s GSB Seva Mandal Ganpati, adorned with 69 kg of gold and 336 kg of silver, is the richest Ganpati in India. This year, it has record insurance coverage of ₹474.46 crore, including ₹375 crore for priests, volunteers, cooks, and security, and ₹30 crore for public liability, ensuring comprehensive safety during festivities.