KGF star Yash is making a grand comeback after four years with his upcoming movie 'Toxic'. The trailer was launched at a grand event in Bengaluru. Directed by Geethu Mohandas, the film features five lead actresses including Nayanthara and Kiara Advani. The movie is scheduled for release on August 26, 2026, and marks Yash's first project since the massive success of KGF Chapter 2 in 2022. https://tv9gujarati.com/entertainment/bollywood/toxic-trailer-released-yash-makes-grand-comeback-after-4-years-with-much-awaited-film-1495051.html

In a tragic incident at Konni Eco-Tourism Center, a 67-year-old mahout named Mohanan Nair was killed by a female elephant named Priyadarshini. The elephant attacked him while he was attempting to apply medicine to a wound on its trunk. She reportedly flung him to the ground and gored him with her tusks. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. The forest department has announced an immediate financial aid of 5 lakh rupees for the victim's family. https://www.asianetnews.com/local-news/man-dies-in-elephant-attack-articleshow-k98rif2

Two West Bengal natives were arrested in Kerala for possessing 16 kg of ganja. In other news, a POCSO case accused who escaped from court was captured. The Supreme Court declined to intervene in NEET petitions. The report also covers sports updates regarding Sri Lanka and lifestyle content like easy ice cream recipes and an 11-month-old infant swimmer. https://keralakaumudi.com/news/literature/kavitha/poem-1788603

The Kerala government has issued an order to sing Vande Mataram in full at official functions, drawing criticism from the opposition. In other news, two West Bengal natives were caught with 16kg of ganja in Kerala, and a POCSO case accused who escaped from court was re-arrested. Additionally, the Supreme Court declined to intervene in a NEET petition, and there are demands to postpone Onam examinations. https://keralakaumudi.com/news/kerala/general/vandhemadharam-1789528

A video of Preity Zinta allegedly ignoring Aamir Khan during the promotion of 'Lahore 1947' on the sets of KBC went viral. Fans speculated a rift between the stars. However, Preity clarified that she didn't see him as she was in a hurry to catch a flight and complete her shoot. She slammed the viral content as clickbait and expressed her respect for Aamir. The film, produced by Aamir Khan and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, marks Preity's comeback to Bollywood alongside Sunny Deol. https://www.aajtak.in/entertainment/bollywood-news/story/preity-zinta-slams-video-claiming-she-ignored-aamir-khan-during-batwara-1947-promotion-sunny-deol-tmovj-dskc-2618225-2026-08-08

Iran has set a series of conditions for fully reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz, demanding that the United States change its behavior and stop threats against Iran and its allies. Tehran's demands include lifting sanctions, releasing frozen assets, and providing compensation. While Iran and Oman are close to an agreement on maritime routes, Iran insists this is not enough without US policy changes. The situation remains tense following reports of a missile attack on a UAE-linked tanker in the strait, a critical path for one-fifth of the world's oil and gas supply. https://www.banglatelegraph.com/article/214548

The West Bengal government has formed the 7th Pay Commission to bring state employee salaries and benefits at par with central government employees. The commission aims to increase the annual increment from 3% to 5% and restore commuted pension after 11 years. The new structure is proposed to be implemented from January 1, 2026. It focuses on resolving pay anomalies and introducing a DA system based on the Consumer Price Index for industrial workers. While previous administrations resisted these central policies, the current government is moving forward to enhance retirement and health benefits for state workers. https://hindi.news18.com/news/business/latest-west-bengal-employees-would-get-salary-and-wage-increment-inline-with-7th-pay-commission-10731742.html

A daily wage laborer in Tirupattur, Tamil Nadu, received a GST notice for Rs 3.82 crore due to a fake steel company registered in his name. His bank account was frozen, revealing the fraud. Similar incidents were reported in the same district, where other laborers received notices for Rs 13 lakh and Rs 2.79 crore. It is suspected that fraudulent gangs are using the identity documents of poor people to register fake companies and evade taxes. https://www.prime9news.com/political-news/gst-notice-to-daily-wager-in-tamil-nadu

Former SUDA Chairman Komatireddy Narender Reddy criticized Union Minister Bandi Sanjay over development funds in Karimnagar. He stated that the State government is bearing the majority of the financial burden for projects like UIDF and UCF, while the BJP is wrongly claiming full credit. He challenged Bandi Sanjay for an open debate on the funding shares and demanded new projects for the youth. https://kalamdaily.com/komatireddy-narender-reddy-hits-back-at-bandi-sanjay-over-karimnagar-development-claims

A secret report by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) revealed that the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been recruiting Indian students in Canada for organized crimes, including extortion and shootings. The report, titled 'Bishnoi Gang: A Growing Threat in Canada,' highlights that Goldy Brar coordinates these operations. While general crime rates in Canada decreased in 2024, incidents involving Indian nationals rose by 47%. The gang targets financially vulnerable students, offering cash to carry out violence against South Asian businessmen and rivals. https://www.mathrubhumi.com/crime/news/lawrence-bishnoi-gang-exploits-indian-students-canada-cbsa-report-lvgjoltb