Rocking Star Yash recently addressed the presence of bold and intimate scenes in his upcoming movie 'Toxic'. During an interview on 'Aap Ki Adalat', Yash revealed that his wife, Radhika Pandit, naturally feels upset seeing such scenes, but understands it's for the character 'Raya'. The movie has received an 'A' certificate from the censor board and features 'wild romance' across its 3-hour runtime. Yash clarified that while the film explores desires, there are no actual kissing scenes in the 'Tabahi' song. https://kannada.news18.com/news/entertainment/radhika-pandit-upset-after-watching-toxic-movie-romantic-scenes-rvj-dvp-2470668.html

Ishan Krishna, a 4-year-old boy from Tarikere, Chikkamagaluru, has set a world record by reciting the entire Hanuman Chalisa in just 2 minutes and 53 seconds. His extraordinary memory and fluency have earned him spots in the India Book of Records and World Records India. He has been honored with several awards including the Spiritual Genius of the Year and Hemmeya Kannadiga 2026 for his spiritual achievement at such a young age. https://kannada.news18.com/news/chikkamagaluru/ishan-krishna-2-minutes-53-seconds-hanuman-chalisa-chikkamagaluru-mnc-abn-local18-ws-b-2470754.html

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress party in Jaipur, accusing Sonia Gandhi of insulting the national song 'Vande Mataram' by allegedly ordering it to be stopped midway during an event. Shah demanded an apology to the nation and the song's creator, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. He highlighted that many sacrificed their lives for this song during the freedom struggle. Additionally, Shah paid tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, praising his role in making India a nuclear power and his efforts toward tribal welfare, while noting PM Modi's continued commitment to these sectors. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/nation/2026/Aug/16/congress-should-apologise-for-insulting-vande-mataram-on-independence-day-amit-shah

Agumbe, known as the Cherrapunji of Karnataka, recorded 52 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours. The Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre reported significant rainfall across coastal and Malnad regions, including Uttara Kannada, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada districts. Areas like Kumta, Honnavar, and Ankola also saw substantial downpours ranging from 30 mm to 46.5 mm. https://www.prajavani.net/agriculture/farming/karnataka-rain-agumbe-uttara-kannada-rainfall-statistics-4199220

A partial lunar eclipse is set to occur on August 28, 2026, coinciding with Raksha Bandhan. While the eclipse will not be visible in India, meaning no Sutak rules apply, it is expected to significantly impact Cancer, Libra, and Sagittarius zodiac signs. Those under Cancer should avoid new ventures and travel, Librans need to be cautious with finances and health, and individuals with Sagittarius sign should manage stress and avoid conflicts. The eclipse will take place in the Aquarius sign and Shatabhisha Nakshatra from 6:53 AM to 12:31 PM. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/astrology/chandra-grahan-2026-on-rakshabandhan-time-and-nagetive-impact-on-zodiac-sign-suh-p7l983m

Central University of Karnataka (CUK) celebrated the 80th Independence Day in Kalaburagi. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Battu Satyanarayana hoisted the national flag and emphasized the crucial role of youth and educational institutions in building 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047'. The event featured a 5km Tiranga Yatra, cultural programs, and a special lecture marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram singing. Prizes were distributed to students, and a plantation drive was conducted on campus. https://sanjevani.com/the-role-of-youth-is-crucial-in-building-a-developed-india-battu-satyanarayana/

This article shares a simple kitchen hack to enhance the flavor and aroma of dishes to a hotel-like quality using Kasuri Methi. By placing dried fenugreek leaves on a hot pressure cooker lid for 10-20 seconds before crushing them into the gravy, the natural oils and aroma are intensified ten times. This trick works effectively for various dishes like Dal Tadka, Paneer Butter Masala, and non-vegetarian curries. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/gallery/kitchen/why-your-kasuri-methi-needs-this-heat-hack-49ooxh8

Opposition leader R. Ashoka has demanded a judicial inquiry into the encounter at Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary in Hanur. He criticized the current AC-led investigation, stating that officials investigating their own peers often results in biased outcomes. Ashoka also raised questions regarding the details of the encounter and supported H.D. Kumaraswamy's allegations against the NICE company for allegedly looting the public through toll collections. https://www.varthabharati.in/state/r-ashok-2268428

Mangalore Forest Mobile Squad officials seized a truck illegally transporting timber in Keyyur, Puttur. The accused, Ismail, was arrested for transporting Kiralu Bhogi logs from Nettaru without permission. The seized truck and timber are valued at approximately 5 lakh rupees. A case has been registered following the operation led by Forest Range Officer Santosh Rai. https://udayavani.com/district-news/keyyur-illegal-timber-transportation-detected-accused-along-with-logs-and-lorry-seized-370245

Opposition leader R. Ashoka has demanded a white paper on the government's guarantee schemes, alleging discrepancies in the statistics. He pointed out a difference of Rs 5,000 to 6,000 crore in the expenditure reports of the Shakti scheme mentioned by the CM in different contexts. Ashoka also raised concerns about pending payments for the Gruha Lakshmi scheme and urged the government to clarify the confusion in the assembly. https://www.varthabharati.in/bangalore-city/r-ashok-2268347