A rare cosmic visitor, 3I/ATLAS, the third confirmed interstellar object, was discovered in July 2025. This object, on a hyperbolic orbit, originated from beyond our solar system and will depart permanently. Visible only through powerful telescopes as a faint blue-green dot, it offers a unique opportunity to study material from another star system.
Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has grossed over Rs 250 crore in India within 11 days of its release on August 14. Despite a weekday dip, the film rebounded strongly, showcasing Rajinikanth’s enduring box office appeal. ‘Coolie’ has surpassed ‘War 2’ in collections, establishing its dominance in the Independence Day box office clash.
The BJP has criticized Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’s participation in Rahul Gandhi’s Voter Adhikar Yatra, highlighting the irony of him protesting against vote theft when he previously accused the Congress of electoral fraud in 1991. The BJP’s IT cell head, Amit Malviya, called the yatra a “masterclass in hypocrisy,” pointing out Siddaramaiah’s past allegations against the…
West Bengal’s mandate for schools to sing the state anthem sparked pushback in Darjeeling, where the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration insisted on maintaining local Nepali anthems and prayers. This highlights how daily school rituals become arenas for negotiating language, identity, and belonging, revealing that shared citizenship doesn’t necessitate uniform cultural symbols.
Fashion expert Sufi Motiwala, a newcomer to the entertainment industry, has called out young Bollywood actors for their poor style choices, urging them to seek better styling inspiration. He specifically praised veteran actress Rekha for her continuously evolving and iconic fashion sense. Motiwala recently transitioned from content creation to acting.
International student numbers in top OECD destinations like the US and UK saw a significant dip in 2024, marking the first decline after years of growth. While India’s overseas tertiary enrolments have quadrupled since 2014, becoming the largest source of foreign students, China’s growth has been more modest. Canada and Australia experienced the steepest drops…
Tomorrow’s horoscope offers celestial guidance for each zodiac sign, influencing relationships, career moves, and self-reflection. Aries should speak their mind, while Taurus’s honesty will strengthen bonds. Gemini may face delays that lead to better outcomes, and Cancer is encouraged to release the past. Leos will find confidence in compliments, and Virgos will appreciate their growth.
Global Citizen, an international advocacy organisation working to end extreme poverty, is returning to India for only the second time.
Bigg Boss 19 saw an emotional eviction as YouTuber Mridul Tiwari was eliminated after receiving fewer audience votes. His close friend Gaurav Khanna was inconsolable, blaming himself for Mridul’s exit. The captaincy task, judged by a live audience, led to this mid-week elimination, leaving housemates in tears.
