Superstar Rajinikanth celebrated 51 successful years in the Indian film industry on the sets of his upcoming 173rd film 'Dharman'. Director Ashwath Marimuthu and the film crew celebrated the milestone by cutting a cake. Having debuted on August 15, 1975, with 'Apoorva Raagangal', Rajinikanth has become a global icon through his unique style. The film 'Dharman' is produced by Kamal Haasan's Raaj Kamal Films International and features Simran Bagga and Raashii Khanna in pivotal roles. The actor also has 'Jailer 2' in his pipeline. https://udayavani.com/cinema/rajinikanth-completes-51-years-in-cinema-celebrates-milestone-on-dharman-sets-913930

Bangladesh has stated that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's proposed visit to India is unlikely unless the extradition process for former PM Sheikh Hasina and other fugitives is initiated. Foreign Ministry spokesperson A.K.M. Shahidul Karim mentioned that Hasina's public interaction in New Delhi on August 5 has impacted diplomatic ties. Bangladesh has requested Indian authorities to act swiftly on the extradition of Hasina and accused individuals in the Sharif Usman Hadi murder case, emphasizing the need for a conducive environment for the high-level visit. https://www.varthabharati.in/international/pm-tarique-rahman-will-not-visit-india-until-hasina-is-handed-over-bangladesh-2268523

Vastu expert Arun Kumar Pattar emphasized the need to preserve and introduce Indian knowledge heritage to future generations during a lecture in Kalaburagi. Speaking at The Institution of Engineers (India) local center, he highlighted the importance of studying the scientific aspects of traditional Vastu Shastra. He suggested that integrating modern technology with traditional wisdom would benefit society. The event was attended by officials from KKRDB and other engineering professionals. https://www.varthabharati.in/kalaburagi/kalaburagi-need-to-preserve-indian-knowledge-heritage-arunkumar-pattar-2268525

Emerging Bollywood actress Ananya Raj passed away at the age of 27 due to prolonged physical and mental health struggles. Though she died on July 15, her family revealed the news a month later via Instagram. Ananya debuted in 2016 with '7 Hours to Go' and appeared in films like 'The Final Exit' and Vikram Bhatt's horror film 'Ghost', as well as several web series. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/cinema/bollywood/2026/Aug/16/actress-ananya-raj-known-for-ghost-and-thaggede-le-passes-away-at-27

Bangladesh men's cricket team created history by winning their first-ever Test match on Australian soil in Darwin. By defeating Australia by 9 wickets, Bangladesh became the fastest Asian team to record a Test win in Australia, achieving this feat in just 3 matches, surpassing Pakistan (7) and India (12). Australia lost a home Test to an Asian side other than India for the first time since 1995. Bangladesh chased down a 57-run target after bowling out Australia for 284 in their second innings. This marks Bangladesh's second Test win in SENA nations following their 2022 victory in New Zealand. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/cricket/2026/Aug/16/cricket-bangladesh-break-pakistans-huge-record-after-historic-first-win-in-australia

Medical experts warn against consuming certain foods while drinking alcohol. Fatty foods like french fries and pakoras can stress the liver and cause bloating. Spicy dishes like biryani increase acidity, while salty snacks like chips lead to dehydration and increased alcohol consumption. Sweets can cause a spike in blood sugar levels. Experts recommend light, digestible food like boiled eggs or vegetables and staying hydrated with plenty of water to minimize health risks. http://zeenews.india.com/kannada/health/what-not-to-eat-while-drinking-alcohol-394014

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has expressed disappointment over being underutilized as a batsman throughout his international career. Despite having an average of over 60 and three triple centuries in first-class cricket, he was often sent to bat at number 8 or 9, sometimes even after bowlers. Jadeja revealed that this lack of trust from the team management affected his confidence and morale during the initial years of his career. https://kannada.news18.com/news/sports/my-confidence-was-literally-disturbed-ravindra-jadeja-on-being-pushed-down-batting-order-mbr-ws-b-2470977.html

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report for 2024-25 reveals that over 53% of the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) remains unutilized. Out of ₹11,474 crore sanctioned for natural disasters, only ₹5,356 crore was transferred to states. Similarly, only 25% of the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF) reached states. The report highlights significant underutilization of special relief funds across financial years 2022-25. Major states like Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Assam received much less than their requested disaster relief funds, leading some to approach the Supreme Court. https://www.varthabharati.in/National/states-have-not-been-given-even-half-of-the-emergency-disaster-fund-cag-report-2268502

Devdutt Padikkal scored a brilliant 167 runs against Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle, becoming the third Indian No. 3 batter to score 150+ in Sri Lanka, joining Rahul Dravid and Cheteshwar Pujara. Despite rain delays, the left-hander hit 15 boundaries and one six. He also became the first Indian batter to score a Test century on Independence Day. Padikkal, who replaced the injured Sai Sudharsan, was eventually stumped off Prabath Jayasuriya's bowling after a career-best performance. https://www.varthabharati.in/sports/most-runs-at-number-three-in-sri-lanka-padikkal-joins-the-record-list-alongside-rahul-dravid-and-cheteshwar-pujara-2268503

Vijayalakshmi Darshan recently advised fans of actor Darshan to behave responsibly. During a wedding event, when fans started shouting 'D-Boss' slogans, she warned them with a smile that such behavior causes more harm than good to the actor. She noted that their aggressive conduct during the murder case investigation and interruptions during the CM's speech had already created a negative image and drawn criticism from leaders like DK Shivakumar and even the courts. https://tv9kannada.com/videos/darshans-wife-vijayalakshmi-darshan-warns-fans-1225933.html