Day: August 8, 2026

This week’s celestial happenings inspire a deep dive into your financial management and household budgeting. With Mars transitioning into Ardra Nakshatra, Gemini individuals may experience notable transformations. Meanwhile, Jupiter’s diminishing influence offers insights into income and vocational capabilities. The moon phases in Leo and Virgo stress the importance of effective communication, real estate matters, and…

An old scene from Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao’s ‘Yuga Purushudu’ is trending as a meme. This scene was recently spoofed in Varun Tej’s film ‘Korean Kanakaraju’. Some fans of NTR questioned the inclusion of this scene in the new movie. They believe the makers intentionally used the trending meme for publicity. However, other viewers feel…

Afghanistan triumphed over Ireland by 92 runs in a gripping second ODI match. With a phenomenal six-wicket spell, Rashid Khan completely dismantled the Irish batting order. Batting first, Afghanistan set a formidable target of 300 runs. Ireland struggled in their chase and fell short, granting Afghanistan a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

In a week marked by volatility, Indian equity indices ended on a positive note, showcasing their ability to bounce back. The initial worries prompted by the closing auction system quickly faded, as diminishing global oil prices and easing geopolitical conflicts uplifted investor sentiment. Mid and small-cap sectors demonstrated significant strength, with institutional investors, both domestic…

Christopher Nolan’s film ‘The Odyssey’ has now crossed the USD 1 billion mark globally. This achievement makes it the fifth movie of 2026 to reach this significant box office milestone. The film has also become the filmmaker’s first billion-dollar blockbuster since 2012’s ‘The Dark Knight Rises’. A substantial portion of its earnings came from premium…

Protesting students in Jharkhand demand direct talks with Chief Minister Hemant Soren. Their ongoing agitation concerns alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, which has entered its fifteenth day. Students are demanding cancellation of the 14th JPSC examination and an independent probe. Health concerns are intensifying among protesters, with some admitted to hospital for their hunger strike….

Vijay’s counsel informed the court that he was not present for the hearing as he was attending the Tamil Nadu Assembly session.

The Singapore Stock Exchange’s recent decision to halt trading in single stock futures linked to Indian equities marks a pivotal shift, likely spurred by Indian regulators’ scrutiny of derivative contract practices on SGX. This alteration may compel foreign investors to realign their approaches toward accessing Indian stocks, potentially resulting in increased trading activity at GIFT…

The Food Safety and Drug Administration Department’s Food Safety Wing has launched action against several three-star and five-star hotels in Bengaluru after a special inspection drive uncovered multiple food safety violations.

The fast-fashion giant reported a $99 million loss in the first quarter of 2026, a sharp turnaround from the $395 million profit it recorded during the same period last year. In filings prepared ahead of a potential public listing, Shein pointed to changes in US trade policy under President Donald Trump as one of the…