The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued show-cause notices to Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff regarding their involvement in Vimal Pan Masala and Elaichi advertisements. The FDA stated that these advertisements are misleading to consumers and directed the actors to remove all related promotional posts within 15 days. Failure to comply will lead to action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The notice specifically targets their participation in promoting the Vimal brand products. https://www.varthabharati.in/National/advertisement-on-pan-masala-fda-notice-to-shah-rukh-khan-ajay-devgan-tiger-shroff-2268401

According to astrology, 'Sadhya Yoga' is forming on Sunday, August 16, which will bring significant changes for five zodiac signs: Aries, Cancer, Sagittarius, Capricorn, and Pisces. Due to the favorable movement of planets and the blessings of Lord Surya, these individuals will experience growth in wealth, career success, and family prosperity. Aries may see property gains, while Pisces and Sagittarius could find new job opportunities. Capricorn individuals are likely to recover stuck money, and Cancerians will find new income sources. https://kannada.news18.com/news/astrology/august-16-royal-yoga-for-5-zodiac-signs-wealth-growth-avh-ws-el-2470562.html

Minister Nagendra has countered former Minister Sriramulu's announcement of a protest march regarding the Valmiki Corporation scam. Nagendra mocked Sriramulu, stating he is 'hungry' for power and hence making allegations. He clarified that he would answer questions in the assembly and challenged central ministers facing charges to resign first. He also emphasized his pride in his Dalit identity, stating he remains a Dalit regardless of his position or legal cases. https://publicnext.com/news/district/bellary/politics/kn/ballari-ramulu-is-hungry-let-him-go-on-a-padayatra-minister-nagendra-tong-to-sriramulu-1284751

A cyclist fell into an open drain in Bengaluru's Thalaghattapura area due to administrative negligence. The incident occurred on Holiday Village Road where a drain was left uncovered without slabs. The entire accident was captured on CCTV, showing the cyclist losing balance and falling into the pit. Locals immediately rescued the injured individual and shifted him to a nearby hospital. https://publicnext.com/news/district/bangalore/infrastructure/kn/the-cyclist-fell-into-an-open-drain-1284875

Doctors at NK Hospital in Kalaburagi successfully performed a complex laparoscopic-assisted Duhamel surgery on a 17-year-old boy named Devindrappa suffering from neglected Hirschsprung's disease. This congenital condition involves the absence of nerve cells in a portion of the large intestine, causing severe chronic constipation. The surgical team, led by consultant gastro surgeon Dr. Arif Raza Ahmed, managed to treat the condition which had been previously neglected. The patient has recovered well and has been discharged from the hospital following successful treatment by the expert medical team. https://sanjevani.com/successful-surgery-for-neglected-hirschsprungs-disease-performed-on-a-young-man-at-nk-hospital/

A large tree collapsed onto two parked cars due to heavy rains, causing significant damage to the vehicles. Fortunately, no one was inside the cars at the time of the incident, preventing any casualties. Local authorities reached the spot to clear the debris and restore movement. https://kannada.news18.com/short-videos/bengaluru-rural/tree-fallen-on-car-2-svc-2470534.html

Aadhar-based e-KYC is mandatory for Indane, HP, and Bharat Gas LPG customers in India to continue receiving subsidies and domestic rates. While August 16 was the initial deadline, reports suggest an extension to August 23 due to technical issues. Failure to complete e-KYC may temporarily suspend direct benefit transfer (DBT) subsidies, though cylinder supply won't stop completely. Customers can complete the process for free via official gas provider apps or at local agencies. Ujjwala scheme beneficiaries must complete this annually, while for others, one-time verification suffices. https://kannada.news18.com/photogallery/business/lpg-e-kyc-deadline-extension-update-august-2026-key-details-pvn-2470487.html

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar has announced an ambitious target to make the state a $3 trillion economy by 2047. Key initiatives include the 'Udyoga Sankalpa' and 'Udyoga Nidhi' schemes to create 1 lakh jobs, and the introduction of AI education in government schools from class 6. Plans for India's first government-run AI university in Bengaluru and five global tech hubs under the 'Beyond Bengaluru' initiative were revealed. Additionally, farmers will receive 50% subsidies for machinery under the 'Raitha Mitra' scheme. https://tv9kannada.com/business/karnataka-economy-target-of-3-trillion-usd-by-2047-cm-dk-shivakumar-announces-1225858.html

Power supply has been disrupted in various parts of Hosanagara town and surrounding areas. The interruption is causing significant inconvenience to the general public and business owners. The power cut is attributed to technical maintenance or infrastructure issues, leading to local residents demanding a quick resolution to the problem. https://publicnext.com/news/district/shimoga/infrastructure/kn/power-outages-in-various-parts-of-the-city-including-hosanagar-town-1284783

During the Independence Day flag hoisting ceremony led by CM Vijay, his parents SA Chandrashekhar and Shobha, along with actress Trisha, caught public attention. The trio sat in the front row dressed in the colors of the Indian national flag—saffron, white, and green. Trisha wore a saffron-shaded saree, while Vijay's father dressed in white and his mother in green. Their photos and videos saluting the flag during the ceremony have since gone viral on social media. https://kannada.news18.com/news/entertainment/trisha-vijay-parents-sa-chandrashekhar-and-shobha-seen-in-tricolor-dvp-2470485.html