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Advance bookings have opened for Yash-starrer ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’, directed by Geetu Mohandas. The makers unveiled a special video featuring the ensemble cast, building anticipation for the pan-Indian film, which is scheduled for worldwide theatrical release on August 26

Animated film Mahaprabhu Jagannath will release across India on August 28 on Raksha Bandhan and Balaram Jayanti. Produced by ELE Animations, the film explores the world of Lord Jagannath and marks the studio’s first theatrical feature from its Sanatan Universe

Meesho expects to create over 10 lakh seasonal job opportunities across its seller and logistics ecosystem during the upcoming festive season. About 6.5 lakh jobs are expected among sellers, while 3.75 lakh roles will be created across logistics operations

Roadside vegetable vendors in Kagaznagar dumped vegetables on a road on Friday to protest alleged harassment by civic officials. They demanded a market at Sirsilk Colony, while the CPI extended support. Officials said vendors were causing traffic problems by occupying roads.

Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir called militants in Balochistan “foreign-sponsored proxies” seeking to destabilise the province and obstruct development. His remarks came amid escalating separatist violence by groups including the BLA, which has targeted security forces, civilians and Chinese interests

Taapsee Pannu-starrer Gandhari, directed by Devashish Makhija and produced by Kanika Dhillon, will premiere on Netflix on September 3. Set in the fictitious town of Joypurra, the action thriller follows Bani, a mother facing difficult challenges

Kiara Advani has described Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups as more than a fairy tale, praising its creative vision and talent. The actress also reflected on how making the film pushed her beyond her comfort zone.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected US economic threats, warning that sanctions and isolation would increase hostility among Iranians and fail to achieve their goals. His remarks followed President Donald Trump’s threat of unprecedented economic measures and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s warning of secondary sanctions

Two commercial vessels carrying 22 Indian nationals were hijacked by pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia, the Shipping Ministry said. All Indian crew members are reported safe. Armed pirates seized control of the vessels, with no injuries reported

The eighth season of the Kia Tennis Premier League will be held in Hyderabad from December 8 to 13, featuring eight franchise teams in the league’s 25-point format. The tournament will be staged at the LB Stadium tennis complex.

Actor Jack Coleman mourned his late “Heroes” co-star Hayden Panettiere, remembering her as a prodigious talent and compassionate colleague. Coleman recalled their first meeting, her popularity, animal welfare advocacy and courage. Panettiere died August 16 at age 36

Locals allegedly pushed a Cockroach Janta Party team out of Rampura Kanwarpura village in Jaipur while members inspected a government school under the ‘School Thik Karo’ campaign. Villagers protested the visit, citing school repair plans, while CJP criticised Rajasthan’s restrictions

India’s first large-scale biopolymer plant, being constructed in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri at Rs 3,080 crore, is expected to become operational in October. The facility will convert sugarcane into PLA bioplastic, feature zero liquid discharge technology and boost sustainable industrial growth

Actress Kalki Koechlin surprised fans by wearing an unconventional white dress made entirely from plastic bags. She shared pictures of the fashion experiment on social media, along with her designer’s note explaining the inspiration behind the unusual creation.

A six-year-old boy died after allegedly being slapped by a teacher at a private school in Visakhapatnam. The School Education Department has ordered a probe, while police registered a case under Section 194 of the BNSS following the incident.

A six-year-old boy died at a private school in Visakhapatnam after allegedly being slapped by a teacher, police said. Andhra Pradesh government ordered an inquiry, formed a three-member committee and initiated legal action, while the family alleged the child collapsed from distress

Director Sampath Nandi has recorded a new song for his period action drama Bhogi, starring Sharwanand. Calling the number a “timeless gem”, Nandi also shared an update on the film’s action-packed schedules and its upcoming pan-India theatrical release.

Fire and Fury Corps chief Lieutenant General Madanraj Pande visited forward areas of Ladakh to assess operational preparedness and readiness. During his visit to Trishul Division, he reviewed new-generation equipment and indigenous solutions, praised troops’ readiness, and stressed professionalism and mission excellence

Hyderabad veteran athlete Bikash Karar has been selected to represent India at the World Masters Athletics Championships in Daegu from August 22 to September 3. He will compete in the 200m, 400m and 400m hurdles in the 50-plus category

Actress Samiksha Bhatnagar recalled her experience working with Sunny and Bobby Deol in ‘Poster Boys’, describing Sunny as shy and humble. She said Bobby’s friendly and comfortable nature boosted her confidence, while praising director Shreyas Talpade for warmly welcoming newcomers on set

Elena Rybakina’s bid to become World No. 1 ended after she retired from her Cincinnati Open quarterfinal against Iga Swiatek with a left ankle injury. Aryna Sabalenka will retain the top ranking ahead of next week’s US Open.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has cancelled his scheduled US visit after the Ministry of External Affairs denied political clearance. He will return to Hyderabad from London, while officials have been instructed to proceed with planned US engagements and agreements

Delhi Police have arrested four people for allegedly facilitating an interstate cyber-fraud network involved in digital arrest scams. The accused supplied mule bank accounts to syndicates linked to Cambodia and the UAE. A retired Army Colonel was allegedly cheated of Rs 15.50 lakh

Lumino Industries will launch its Rs 700 crore IPO on August 27, featuring a Rs 500 crore fresh issue and Rs 200 crore OFS. Proceeds will reduce debt, fund machinery purchases and facility upgrades. Shares will list on BSE and NSE September 3