India Stars Fail To Recognise AI-Generated Sooryavanshi In Viral 1980s Makeover

With a wave of nostalgia taking over social media, people are using artificial intelligence to imagine themselves in the 1980s. The Indian cricket team has also joined the trend. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared AI-generated images of the Indian players, recreating the fashion, hairstyles, and photography styles associated with the 1980s, and recorded their reactions. As the players went through the pictures, they failed to recognise the AI-generated image of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

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Vintage vibes. Priceless reactions.

#TeamIndia takes on the 1980s trend - By @RajalArora #AFGvIND pic.twitter.com/nSaClHHdyn

— BCCI (@BCCI) September 12, 2026

The popular photo-editing trend going viral has seen users turn ordinary selfies into retro portraits that look as though they were pulled straight from an old family album or a Bollywood studio shoot.

The Indian cricket team players will be in action from Sunday, with the first T20I of the three-match series against Afghanistan.

India face a dilemma over whether to opt for 'Boy Wonder' Sooryavanshi's no-holds-barred aggression or stick with the experience and unmatched flair of Sanju Samson as they take on Afghanistan in the opening game.

While Sooryavanshi was drafted into the playing XI in England at the expense of Samson, it is only fair to mention that, by the last match of the series, the 15-year-old had to make way for his senior partner's return.

It is not a straightforward choice, although Samson-Abhishek Sharma is a more stable T20I pair that has done fairly well. One can only hope that Gambhir and skipper Shreyas Iyer will give equal chances to both Samson and Sooryavanshi, if possible, before finalising the XI for the Asian Games matches in Japan.

During Friday's evening net session, Samson did look slightly more in control compared to Sooryavanshi, who got a masterclass from Jasprit Bumrah on how to face quick bowling with movement off the surface. It could have been a case of the youngster taking time to adjust after playing three back-to-back red-ball games.

Also, Sooryavanshi could take the Afghan attack to the cleaners, with none of the opposition bowlers remotely close to Bumrah's quality. The pace at which they bowl could also suit Sooryavanshi's minimal footwork and stand-and-deliver game.

In Samson's case, dropping him in England after just three failures in a high-risk format seemed unfair. But the Sooryavanshi euphoria had reached such a stage that the team management had to listen to popular demand, despite its stated resolve to remain insulated from outside noise.

But there could be a scenario where both Sooryavanshi and Samson end up playing if Ishan Kishan, who had a back injury scare during Friday evening's net session, is ruled out of the game.

(With PTI Inputs)

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Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy Earns Standing Ovation At TIFF World Premiere

Tamil cinema broke new ground as Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in the Centrepiece category - the first Tamil film to do so in a decade. The film was well-received, earning a standing ovation at the premiere.

Videos and clips have now surfaced from the event, with producer Guneet Monga also sharing them on her official page, where the cast and crew - including Keerthy Suresh, Sananath, Rishikanth, as well as producers Guneet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain - were all present at the Scotiabank Theatre.

After the end credits rolled, team Dorothy came on stage to talk about the film and were welcomed with a standing ovation.

In the post shared by Guneet Monga, she wrote, "Still taking in this night. Seeing Dorothy premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and receive a standing ovation was a deeply special moment for all of us. So grateful to Karthik Subbaraj for trusting us with this beautiful, deeply human story, to our incredible cast and crew who poured so much of themselves into it, and to Jio Studios and Dhammam Films for walking this journey with us."

She continued, "Most of all, grateful that Dorothy has found its first audience in Toronto with so much warmth and love. Here's to the journey ahead. Dorothy releases in cinemas worldwide on 25 September 2026."

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About Dorothy

Bankrolled by Jio Studios and Sikhya Entertainment, Dorothy features an original score by the legend himself - composer Ilaiyaraaja - in his 1,540th film. The Tamil feature joins TIFF's acclaimed international programme, formerly known as Contemporary World Cinema. Its aim is to showcase a spread of celebrated filmmakers, festival favourites, and much-anticipated world premieres from across the globe.

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With Virender Sehwag Example, England Great Blasts Pak Over Saim Ayub Stunt

A golden duck followed a 10-ball duck as Saim Ayub's return to the Pakistan Test team backfired dramatically. The young opening batter was brought to the team ahead of the third and final Test against England at Edgbaston. The result was him getting a pair over the two innings, failing to even open his account in the 11 balls he faced. On both occasions, it was England pacer Ollie Robinson who showed him the way to the dressing room. Having flown in straight from the Caribbean Premier League (a T20 league in the West Indies), Ayub's unpreparedness was duly exposed, and former England captain Nasser Hussain feels the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selection committee is to be blamed for this stunt.

In his blunt analysis of Pakistan's second innings as the touring side lost 2 wickets for 52 runs by stumps on Day 2, Hussain said that Ayub shouldn't have been a part of this Pakistan side.

"The truth is he shouldn't be here. He came from the CPL and hasn't played first-class cricket in some time," Hussain said during a post-day show on Sky Sports.

"I don't know who thinks it's the right thing to fly someone over from foreign conditions, playing a completely different format, and think they're going to be fine in these conditions against a Dukes ball, against Ollie Robinson and England's bowling attack," Hussain asserted, explaining why Ayub was destined to fail in these conditions against a team of the calibre of England.

The PCB has courted plenty of criticism of late for its casual approach, chop-and-change decision-making over selection of players and coaches. Hussain feels that the manner in which the Pakistan board is operating, it shows the people in charge aren't giving Test cricket the respect it deserves.

"It is just a sort of disrespect and disregard for Test match cricket. Test match cricket, as any cricketer will tell you, is the toughest format. Batting at the top of the order in England is the toughest task, and you just feel you can fly someone in from some part of the world and go, Good luck," he said.

Nasser Hussain discusses Pakistan's handling of Saim Ayub and whether it was the right decision to select the opener pic.twitter.com/PMZDnRjpMY

— Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) September 10, 2026

Hussain also highlighted what the results were when India once did the same, flying in Virender Sehwag into the squad without adequate match practice in English conditions. The result was him getting a pair. To expect Ayub to produce better results, hence, shows Pakistan's amateur approach.

"Virender Sehwag tried it on this ground, if you remember... they flew him in. Virender Sehwag got a pair, and that's Virender Sehwag, who's a better, more experienced player than Saim," highlighted Hussain.

"So a bit of responsibility goes to the lad for the shot he played. But also, whoever thought that was a seriously good decision and that he was going to go okay this week?"

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Indiabulls To Acquire 70% Stake In Fintech Cloud For Rs 1,050 Crore

Indiabulls Limited will acquire a 70% stake in Fintech Cloud Private Limited for Rs 1,050 crore, as the company looks to enter the fintech segment and expand its technology solutions business for non-banking financial companies (NBFCs).

According to an exchange filing on Friday, Indiabulls has executed a definitive agreement with Fintech Cloud for the proposed acquisition. The deal values Fintech Cloud at Rs 1,500 crore on an equity basis.

The acquisition will be undertaken through an NCLT-approved scheme involving Indiabulls and the shareholders holding 70% of Fintech Cloud. The consideration will be settled through the issuance of up to 21 crore fully paid-up equity shares of Indiabulls, subject to applicable pricing and regulatory requirements, including SEBI's ICDR regulations.

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Indiabulls will also appoint the majority of directors on Fintech Cloud's board with immediate effect.

Fintech Cloud is a loan service provider (LSP) that provides technology-enabled solutions and support for loan origination, underwriting and servicing to regulated entities, including NBFCs. The company reported gross revenue of Rs 133.77 crore and profit before tax of Rs 30.31 crore in FY26.

The target company was incorporated on January 11, 2021, and had reported no turnover in FY24 and FY25 before generating revenue of around Rs 133.77 crore in FY26.

The proposed acquisition will enable Indiabulls to enter the fintech segment through a business focused on providing technology solutions to NBFCs, the company said in its exchange filing.

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The transaction is expected to be completed within 9-12 months and will require approvals from the NCLT, SEBI and stock exchanges, along with other applicable regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Indiabulls said the proposed acquisition does not constitute a related-party transaction, and its promoter, promoter group and group companies do not have any interest in Fintech Cloud.

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US-Iran Conflict, Oil Rally, Modi-Putin Talks, NSE IPO & More - The Week That Was

The week starting on September 7 remained highly volatile for markets with a mix of global uncertainty, rising oil prices and expectations of interest rates hike by US Federal Reserve, while corporate India saw several important developments. Here are few top stories from this week -
US-Iran Conflict
Tensions between US and Iran escalated again this week following a brief pause as US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that the American forces attacked five Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island. Iran responded by launching ballistic missiles at a US base in Jordan and targeted multiple commercial and military vessels near the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil Prices Cross $100
Oil prices rose over $100 a barrel this week, for the first time in nearly four months, even  hitting $109 before retreating on Friday. Crude prices are track for a weekly gain of around 8% to 9%.  Following this surge, benchmark indices such as Sensex and Nifty fell, posting consecutive sessions of losses, while Wall Street and Asian markets also declined. 

Modi-Putin Talks

Ahead of BRICS Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, September 11. PM Modi raised the issue of  the safety of Indian seafarers in the Black Sea, and emphasised India's support for any peace initiative to end the Ukraine conflict as both leaders agreed boost bilateral trade ties amid ongoing geopoltical uncertainties.

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NSE IPO Price Band
On Friday, September 11, National Stock Exchange (NSE) announced price band for its much awaited initial public offering (IPO). The public issue will open for subscription on September 17, paving the way for the bourse's listing and close on September 21. The bidding for anchor investors will take place on September 16. NSE IPO price band has been set at Rs 1,700 to Rs 1,785 per share, according to the red herring prospectus (RHP). The IPO lot size is 8 shares, and the minimum investment amount required by a retail investor is Rs 14,280.

US Inflation Data
The US consumer price index rose by more than expected last month, strengtehning the case for Federal Reserve officials to raise interest rates next week. The consumer price index, excluding food and energy, advanced 0.3% in August from a month earlier, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released on Friday. According to Bloomberg median estimate, 0.2% increase was estimated. 
 

Global Fintech Fest 

The Global Fintech Fest (GFF), annual gathering focused fintech and the wider financial services ecosystem, with participation from more than 80 countries was conducted from September 8 to September 11, 2026. PM Narendra Modi, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey were some of the notable speakers at the event.

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Rani Mukerji Awarded For Her Contribution To Cinema, Speaks In Marathi

Over the years, actor Rani Mukerji has taken on a wide range of roles and delivered each of them with sincerity. The Chalte Chalte star has been honoured with the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award for her contribution to cinema. The recognition came as Rani completed three decades in the film industry. The 62nd Maharashtra State Film Awards ceremony was held in Mumbai, bringing together several noted names from the Marathi and Hindi film industries. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar honoured the award winners at the ceremony.

Dressed in a gorgeous green sari with a broad red border, Rani stole the spotlight. She paired the traditional look with green bangles, a mangalsutra and a gajra, completing the elegant ensemble.

Rani's words after receiving the award struck a chord with the audience. The actor spoke in Marathi and opened up about what made the recognition particularly special for her.

“Namaskar, for me, Maharashtra is not just a state. Maharashtra is my birthplace and it is also my workplace. This is an inseparable part of my life. I was born in this very city and grew up here. This is our very own Mumbai, the city of dreams. It was here that I learned the lessons of life, and it was also this city that taught me about cinema.”

The Black actor also mentioned that she has experienced everything here, both success and failure. And that's why today's honour is special to her. “Because I have received this honour from my own people. I took my first step into this industry at a very young age. At that time, I did not have anyone's support. I simply continued doing all my work with all my heart. For me, cinema is a medium through which we understand people,” Rani added.

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Devendra Fadnavis, while speaking at the ceremony, highlighted the importance of Marathi cinema and theatre. He said that the state government was preparing an action plan to make more cinema halls available for Marathi films.

Rani ended her speech by reiterating her connection with Mumbai and Maharashtra.

“Earlier I was a little girl, then I became an actress, a wife and now a mother. This city has given me so much and has given me the belief that one should never give up in life. I dedicate this award to all the people of Maharashtra, artists, technicians, directors and our film industry. 

“This award will always have a special place in my heart. Because whenever I look at this award, I will always remember my Mumbai and my Maharashtra. Please continue to shower me with your love and blessings. Thank you so much! Jai Hind, Jai Maharashtra!”

Salim Khan, Pandit Hridaynath Mangeshkar and Prasad Oak were also honoured at the event.

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Marvel's Wolverine Review: Insomniac's Superhero Slasher Comes With Dull Edges

Insomniac Games set a new bar for superhero video games with Marvel's Spider-Man. But with Wolverine, it has a different beast altogether in its hands, one that cannot be tamed by conventional methods. The studio has a reputation for telling safe and sanitised stories in its games, but it needed to find a darker edge for a character like Logan. Marvel's Wolverine fails to do that.

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Apple iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max Announced: Price in India, Specifications and Features

Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at its 'Surprise and Shine' event on Wednesday. The iPhone 18 duo come with notable hardware upgrades over last year's iPhone 17 Pro models. They run on Apple's latest-generation A20 Pro chipset and include the company's new in-house C2 modem. 

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BCCI Breaks Silence On Team India's Asian Games Accommodation Controversy

The Indian cricketers competing at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan will stay at the designated accommodation arranged by the Organising Committee though they are not the five-star hotels they usually get on foreign tours, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla said on Tuesday. Shukla said the issue on the accommodation of the hotels for the cricketers had arisen due to the scarcity of top-rated hotels in Nagoya. He, however, said accommodation of the cricketers was not a big issue and the BCCI and the players are satisfied with the arrangement.

"Whatever they (organisers) are providing, we are staying there and we are keeping a watch what kind of accommodation is being given so that our players are comfortable. Definitely those are not of five-star but a good accommodation," Shukla said at the send-off ceremony of the Indian contingent .

"Whatever has been offered to our cricketers that accommodation we have got the photographs all the way and the videos also of that, so I think it's comfortable. They (cricketers) will be going and staying there because otherwise the options were to make them stay in Osaka or Tokyo that's far away." Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha also said that the problem has been sorted out but there still remains some lack of clarity over who booked the rooms for the cricketers.

"No problem, I think. We have already booked (the hotels). For every player, we cannot book hotel rooms because the accommodation is (not) like (Athletes') Village. They (organisers) are providing a ship and small villas also," Usha told PTI.

"We also booked the hotel rooms for the players (other athletes). And the cricketers, BCCI, also have booked the hotel for them. Whatever the best hotel is there in Nagoya or Japan, whatever it is, the best one, the cricketers will get it, just like others (other athletes) get." Shukla said that the cricketers will not be staying at the twin-sharing rooms but in separate ones. The team will leave for Tokyo on September 20 and play a historic T20 against Japan on September 22. India open their Asian Games campaign on September 28.

"The problem was that Nagoya hasn't got many hotels. Tokyo is one and a half hour by bullet train, so is Osaka. But in the Asian Games, all the participants are like families, it doesn't look nice that some teams stay in Tokyo and some in Osaka so it has been decided that our players will live at hotel accommodation there (at Nagoya)." He sought to downplay the accommodation issue, saying the the main issue was the condition of the ground, wickets and dressing rooms.

"The big issue big issue was the ground, wicket and dressing rooms. They (organisers) have addressed those things. Asian Cricket Council's team had gone there and now they (ACC team) are satisfied with the ground, the wickets and dressing rooms, everything is fine." Asked who has arranged the accommodation of the cricketers, Shukla said, "That's being organized by Indian Olympic Association, Asian Games Organising Committee and Japan Cricket Association.

"At the ACC meeting in Bangkok, which I had also participated, 52 representatives from various countries were there. We had a full presentation by Japanese representative and he has assured us that all the arrangements will be made keeping in mind the comfort of the players. They have provided the hotels. If there are gaps or loopholes we will address it." He, however, refused to comment on the details of the hotels the players will stay.

"I haven't got hotels detail, so I cannot comment on that but definitely comfortable accommodation will be provided." India are the defending champions in both the men's and women's competition in the last Asian Games in China.

"India will definitely do well there. We also have a match on September 22 (India vs Japan for Suzuki Cup). It will be the first match in Japan. It's being organized very well as far as Asian Games are concerned. We sending our B team is complete rumour. Or full contingent is going with the most talented players and I hope that we'll definitely win."

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"Look At Yourself": Ex-Pak Captain Continues Blame Game, Slams PCB Selector

Former captain Azhar Ali has expressed deep dismay over the ongoing crisis in Pakistan cricket following the team making wholesale changes to its squad on the ongoing Test tour of England, adding that the side has become consistent in the most negative way. Azhar's scathing assessment comes in the wake of severe fallout after heavy defeats at Headingley and Lord's, which saw head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul being relieved of their duties and seven players sent home. The turmoil has drawn widespread criticism, with Shahid Afridi calling it ‘the most shocking decision ever' and Misbah-ul-Haq resigning as a selector in protest.

"People used to say you could expect anything from Pakistan – that any team could turn up on any given day and either be 46 all out or win from nowhere. But we don't even do that inconsistency any more. We've become totally consistent – in the most negative way.

“Cricket in Pakistan needs proper care and a vision that gives hope to a nation on the brink of losing their appetite. If we don't pull our socks up, we won't be able to bring people back. You cannot lose hope but the signs are not good," Azhar was quoted as saying by The Guardian on Monday.

Azhar, who played 97 Tests, specifically called out High Performance Director and senior selector Aaqib Javed for trying to distance himself from the squad's poor performances. "We have had bad decisions like these for three years now. He should take responsibility for performances. His judgment should be questioned. I listened to his interview this week and he was trying to put the blame on Sarfaraz and Babar.

“He appointed them just a few months earlier! That was enough for me to judge someone. Every decision he makes backfires and he then says: ‘It's not me.' Look at yourself first. And if you cannot control this team, if you cannot make a difference to Pakistan cricket, then step away."

Azhar also sympathised with captain Azam, who has struggled for making runs in recent years and leading the side with an unstable team management. "It is probably the worst time to captain Pakistan right now,. He has to consider his options too, I believe. Every player goes through periods of low scores but as a nation we just kept expecting him to deliver and criticism followed.

“It has played on his mind and he has doubted himself, while lacking any internal support. I don't think he is as mentally strong as Misbah or, say, Younis Khan. Misbah was not as talented as Babar but he was far tougher. Younis faced criticism but never lost his targets. Everyone is different though. We have to realise that and create an environment where he can flourish, not be pulled back."

Azhar, who worked as Pakistan's head of youth development before stepping down last year, concluded by saying that any turnaround of the side would require patience and structured administrative backing.

"We need a settled structure and one where people are hired and backed for three-to-four years. Right now the under-19s, for example, are leaderless. But that role is arguably more important than the head coach of the senior side. We know where this Test team is currently and have to accept that.

“But major work done by competent people in the pathway – that is how we come back. It's not about quick fixes. We cannot change in the space of a year. That's impossible. But four to five? I believe the talent is there to make it happen."

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I Miss My Long Hair': Haaland Opens Up On New Look, But Reveals Positive

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland admitted he misses his long hair but said he felt it was time for a change after showing off a new short haircut this season. Haaland spoke about his new look after scoring the winning goal in City's 1-0 Premier League victory over Coventry City, a win that helped his side maintain their unbeaten streak in the ongoing season. The Norway international has been sporting a much shorter hairstyle since the start of the season. Asked about the change, Haaland said he was enjoying the new look, though he missed his trademark long hair.

“It's much easier. I think it was time for a change. I like it. Of course, I miss my long hair, but it was time for a change and, so far, I've enjoyed it. It will grow back and be long again, hopefully,” Haaland told ESPN Brazil as quoted by Goal.com.

The striker also looked back on Norway's memorable World Cup victory over Brazil, in which he scored twice. Haaland said the win was especially meaningful for Norway because of the history between the two teams.

“It was a special game for Norway, because the last time we played in the World Cup we also played against Brazil, and Norway is the only team Brazil has never beaten. So it was special,” he said.

“Of course it was a special game. We won; it was amazing. It was the best match we've played in our history because of the way we controlled the game. It's special to play against a great nation, the country of football, where everyone is passionate about the sport. It was special; it's a great memory, and, once again, sorry. Sorry for the defeat, but that's football,” he added.

Haaland then turned his attention to Manchester City's revamped squad and backed the club's new signings to settle quickly.

City have brought in several players over the summer as they look to build a strong squad for the new season. Haaland believes players such as Enzo Fernandez and Elliot Anderson already understand the demands of top-level football.

“Time will tell. We have a lot of new players who know the level. Enzo Fernandez knows what it takes to win titles, was already playing in the Premier League, and slotted straight into the team,” he said.

“The same with Elliot Anderson. He played in the Premier League for a long time and has played for the England national team, so he knows what it's like to play for a big club,” Haaland added.

City will now face a busy period, with European action, followed by a Manchester derby and a Carabao Cup fixture against Norwich City.

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Duleep Trophy Final: Ishan Kishan Slams Superb 100, Misery For Tilak And Co.

Duleep Trophy Final Highlights, East Zone vs South Zone: East Zone captain Ishan Kishan led the way with a fabulous hundred against Tilak Varma-led South Zone on Day 1 of the Duleep Trophy 2026 final, as they ended on 385/4 in 79 overs at Stumps. Ishan Kishan (111*) and Kumar Kushagra (63*) remained unbeaten at the end. Earlier in the day, Earlier in the day, 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi slammed a quickfire 44. His opening partner Abhimanyu Easwaran made 72, and No. 3 batter Shikhar Mohan scored 85. For South Zone, experienced left-arm seamer Chama Milind picked up two wickets, but pace spearhead Mohammed Siraj went wicketless. (Scorecard) (Catch Ball By Ball Updates Here)

Here are the Highlights from East Zone vs South Zone Duleep Trophy 2026 Final Day 1:

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Toxic BO Day 11: Yash Starrer Witnesses A Slowdown In Its Second Week At Theatres

Toxic continues its second-week run at the box office, with its latest numbers reflecting a slowdown in daily earnings.

Toxic Day 11 Box Office Collection

On Day 11, Toxic collected Rs 1.06 crore net in India from 1,409 shows. Its India net total has reached Rs 242.11 crore, while the India gross stands at Rs 289.00 crore.

According to Sacnilk data, the film recorded 24.1% occupancy on Day 11, compared to 22.5% on Day 10. The final Day 11 collection is yet to be reported.

The Kannada version earned Rs 0.62 crore from 495 shows at 26% occupancy, while Hindi collected Rs 0.44 crore from 914 shows at 23% occupancy, the report stated.

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Toxic Week 1 Box Office Collection

Based on Sacnilk data, Toxic had a strong opening, earning Rs 101.10 crore net on Day 1 from 24,579 shows at 56.1% occupancy. It then collected Rs 37.65 crore on Day 2, Rs 27.20 crore on Day 3, Rs 25.15 crore on Day 4 and Rs 23.00 crore on Day 5. The film added Rs 7.65 crore on Day 6 and Rs 7.85 crore on Day 7. The film's Week 1 India net collection stood at Rs 239.30 crore.

In its second week, Toxic earned Rs 5.45 crore on Day 8 and Rs 4.25 crore on Day 9. The film then collected Rs 1.75 crore on Day 10, followed by Rs 1.06 crore on Day 11 so far.

About The Film

Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is an action thriller set in post-independence Goa. The story follows a gangster and explores themes of crime, violence, loyalty, morality and redemption.

Yash stars in the lead role alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth. The cast also features Akshay Oberoi and Sudev Nair.

The film was released in Kannada, English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam on Aug. 26, 2026.

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White House Reviews Candidates To Potentially Replace Steve Feinberg

Senior officials at the White House have been quietly vetting potential replacements for Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg. 

Reuters reported that the vetting effort dates back to at least June, with two of its sources saying White House officials had sounded out senior Senators on whether prospective nominees could win confirmation.

One source indicated the exercise was still active as recently as late August, though the outlet could not pin down exactly when the search began or who was being considered.

The administration, meanwhile, insists no such process exists and that Feinberg remains firmly in his post.

Both the White House and the Pentagon rejected the report outright. White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly dismissed the sourcing behind the story, while Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said Feinberg had his complete backing and was "doing a tremendous job."

The Pentagon separately denied that any replacement search was under way and declined to make Feinberg available to comment directly.

Should Feinberg eventually depart, it would represent the most senior casualty yet in a Pentagon that has already churned through several top officials under Hegseth.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll stepped down this week after a prolonged rift with the defence secretary, following earlier exits by Navy Secretary John Phelan and multiple senior Army figures.

Much of the internal friction traces back to the private-equity billionaire's struggle to deliver on a pledge to speed up US munitions output, a goal complicated, analysts say, by a defence-industrial base that cannot expand output fast enough and by Congress's sluggish pace in approving funding.

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The Washington Post reported this month that Hegseth privately blamed Feinberg during a meeting with Trump at Camp David for allowing stocks of long-range missiles and air-defence interceptors to fall. The White House has rejected that account.

Feinberg has also faced questions on Capitol Hill. Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised concerns over whether his former firm, Cerberus Capital Management, could benefit from Pentagon contracts linked to the Golden Dome missile-defence programme.

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Feinberg had fully left Cerberus and no longer handled any dealings between the firm and the department.

The scrutiny comes as Trump has become increasingly frustrated with the six-month-old war with Iran and the lack of a breakthrough, even as he has publicly played down concerns about depleted US munitions.

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Best Gaming Laptops Under Rs. 1.5 Lakh in India

Here are some of the best gaming laptops for buyers with a Rs. 1,50,000 budget. Our picks include the Asus TUF Gaming F16, Dell Alienware 16 Aurora and HP Victus 15.6, among others. They offer a balance of high refresh-rate displays, the latest chipsets and longer battery life.

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Heavy Rain Disrupts Delhi Airport Operations; Nine Flights Diverted, Over 400 Delayed

Nine flights were diverted and more than 400 delayed at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) on Friday as thunderstorms and heavy rain disrupted flight operations.

According to an official, four flights each were diverted to Jaipur and Lucknow, while one was diverted to Ahmedabad.

The diversions took place between 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., PTI reported, citing an official. Heavy rain lashed several parts of the national capital on Friday afternoon.

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More than 400 flights were delayed at Delhi airport on Friday, according to flight-tracking website Flightradar24.com.

Lucknow Airport said four flights bound for Delhi were diverted to Lucknow due to adverse weather conditions in the national capital:

• QP 1821: Bengaluru-Delhi | Arrived at Lucknow at 4:37 p.m.
• AI 484: Ludhiana-Delhi | Arrived at 4:50 p.m.; departed at 5:51 p.m.
• AI 2516: Indore-Delhi | Arrived at 4:58 p.m.
• AI 2541: Hyderabad-Delhi | Arrived at 5:06 p.m.

Separately, Jaipur Airport said five flights inbound to Delhi were diverted to Jaipur due to adverse weather.

Several airlines also issued travel advisories as the weather disrupted operations.

IndiGo said adverse weather over Delhi had affected flight schedules and advised passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport and allow additional travel time.

Travel Advisory

Bad weather over #Delhi has impacted flight schedules.

We are closely monitoring the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be, safely and smoothly.

If you're travelling today, we recommend checking your flight status on our website via…

— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) September 4, 2026

Air India similarly warned that flight operations to and from Delhi could be affected and urged passengers to check the latest flight status before travelling to the airport.

#TravelAdvisory

Flight operations to and from Delhi may be affected due to adverse weather conditions today.

To ensure a smooth travel experience, we encourage our passengers to check the latest flight status at the following link before heading to the airport:…

— Air India (@airindia) September 4, 2026

Akasa Air also said severe weather conditions in Delhi had affected certain flights across its network.

#TravelUpdate: Due to severe weather conditions in Delhi certain flights across our network have been impacted.

We realize that this may inconvenience your travel plans and seek your patience and understanding. While this situation is completely beyond our control, please rest…

— Akasa Air (@AkasaAir) September 4, 2026

The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in parts of Delhi-NCR as thunderstorms and heavy rain continued.

Delhi Airport said water had accumulated in the airport forecourt and on the approach road following the downpour. Airport authorities said the water was cleared quickly and measures were being taken to ensure smooth operations.

Several parts of Delhi also reported waterlogging following the heavy rain.

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Palam recorded the highest rainfall, at 72.2 mm, between 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., according to the Regional Meteorological Centre in New Delhi.

Narayana recorded 54 mm, followed by Janakpuri at 48.5 mm, Lodhi Road at 34.6 mm and Safdarjung at 32.6 mm during the same period.

Other locations also recorded significant rainfall, including Pusa at 29 mm, Jharoda Kalan at 25 mm, Ridge at 20 mm, Chhatarpur at 15 mm and Ayanagar at 12 mm.

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British Teacher Accused Of Sex With 16-Year-Old Student Faces Trial

A British PE teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student allegedly told him to call her "Miss' when they were alone, prosecutors told a court. Bronwen James, 30, is accused of having sex with the teenager while she was working as a physical education teacher at Bitterne Park School in Southampton, England. She denies the charges, New York Post reported. 

Prosecutor Edward Culver told Winchester Crown Court that James initially rejected the student's attempts to add her on Snapchat but later accepted his request. The two allegedly began exchanging messages, which prosecutors described as flirtatious.

"They started to message each other. The messages became flirtatious. The two met up and went to Weston Shore. They kissed in the car," the prosecutors said.

On one occasion, while Wimbledon tennis was being shown on television, the pair allegedly "kissed and touched each other before having sex." Prosecutors also alleged that James developed a "sexually charged relationship" with the teenager, telling him she loved him and wanted the two of them to move away together.

The student reportedly told the court that he initially believed the relationship was "good" but later came to believe that he had been groomed.

The prosecution further claims James wanted the teenager to address her as "Miss" during their private encounters.

The alleged incidents took place while James was teaching at Bitterne Park School. She faces four charges relating to sexual activity with the boy, BBC reported.  James has denied the allegations and gave a prepared statement to the court.

The trial was interrupted on Wednesday after the jury was discharged. The case has been adjourned until Thursday, when a new jury is expected to be sworn in. 

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Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Box Office Collection Day 13: Film Sees Slight Dip

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit witnessed another midweek slowdown on Day 13, with its India net collection dropping 12.6% from the previous day.

Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju starrer earned Rs 4.50 crore net in India on its 13th day, taking its total India net collection to Rs 98.10 crore. The film's India gross has reached Rs 114.50 crore, according to Sacnilk.

The film added another Rs 3 crore from overseas markets on Day 13. Its overseas gross now stands at Rs 109 crore, while the worldwide gross collection has reached Rs 223.50 crore.

State-Wise Gross Collection

Kerala continued to lead the film's state-wise earnings, contributing Rs 4.65 crore in gross on Day 13. Karnataka added Rs 30 lakh, while Tamil Nadu recorded Rs 17 lakh. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana contributed Rs 3 lakh, with the rest of India adding Rs 10 lakh. The total stood at Rs 5.25 crore.

Box Office So Far

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit began its theatrical run with Rs 4.90 crore on Day 1. It then earned Rs 7.15 crore on Day 2 and Rs 8.80 crore on Day 3.

The film collected Rs 6.90 crore on Day 4, followed by Rs 7.90 crore each on Days 5 and 6. Day 7 brought Rs 8.75 crore, taking the first-week India net total to Rs 52.30 crore.

The film maintained its strong run through the second weekend, earning Rs 9.55 crore on Day 8, Rs 10.20 crore on Day 9 and Rs 10.40 crore on Day 10. Collections slowed during the weekdays, with Rs 6 crore on Day 11, Rs 5.15 crore on Day 12 and Rs 4.50 crore on Day 13.

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About The Film

Directed by Girish A.D., Bethlehem Kudumba Unit features Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles. Vinay Forrt, Bindu Panicker, Shyam Mohan, Suresh Krishna, Shameer Khan and Srindaa are also part of the cast.

The story follows Ashley after she returns home from abroad. A wedding in the neighbourhood brings back memories of her first love, Justin, setting up a story about love, family, memories and second chances.

Vishnu Vijay composed the music, while Ajmal Sabu worked as the cinematographer and Akash Joseph Varghese handled the editing. The Malayalam romantic comedy was released in theatres on August 21, 2026.

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Stock Picks Today: L&T, Sun Pharma, SBI Life, Eicher Motors, And More On Brokerages' Radar

Brokerages have spotlighted opportunities across capital goods, insurance, mining, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals, with fresh calls on L&T, Sun Pharma, SBI Life Insurance, Eicher Motors, and Samvardhana Motherson, alongside their views on the cement and steel sectors and auto sales trends.

GS on SBI Life

• Maintain Buy with TP of Rs 2235
• Regulatory overhang on commissions remains, but SBI Life appears relatively insulated
• Management does not expect material disruption to the bancassurance model
• Growth guidance remains around 14%–15% on Individual APE
• Protection growth is not viewed as merely GST-led
• Margin outlook should be supported by mix shift and operating leverage, despite GST pressure
• Agency remains a medium-term growth lever, but execution is key
• Credit life bundling concerns appear limited for SBI Life

Citi on L&T

• Maintain Buy with TP of Rs 4650
• Robust Order Inflow Momentum Strengthens Medium Term Visibility
• Order wins strengthen visibility further
• Remains positioned for an execution recovery
• Reasonable valuations.

HSBC on Coal India

• Maintain Hold with TP of Rs 440
• Volume growth finally picks up
• Strong volume growth in August, dispatch growth picks up after 2 years of weak growth
• Strong power demand, and weak hydro generation creates strong thermal and hence coal demand
• Coal Inventories are at 3-year lows and regional coal price surge should drive E auction prices higher

UBS on Coal India

• Maintain Buy with TP of Rs 550
• Higher offtake and e-auction premium in August 2026
• Coal offtake up 6% YoY, though lags 13% YoY growth in power demand
• E-auction premium increased amid strong demand.

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GS on Eicher Motors

• Maintain Buy with TP of Rs 9400
• Demand visibility supporting steady capacity addition
• International business becoming margin neutral
• Eicher indicating broadening of customer base from formal workforce to informal & rural demand
• Management believes commodity may normalize and can raise prices later if it doesn't

HSBC on Sun Pharma

• Maintain Buy with TP of Rs 2120
• MFN deal removes tariff overhang for two years for Sun
• See limited impact of 2% on FY29 EPS estimate, and we wait for further clarity
• Tariff concerns eases

MS on Sun Pharma

• Uncertainty around tariffs has been an overhang, which is reduced
• Agreement delays Section 232 tariffs on Sun's innovative pharma products for over two years
• MFN related pricing adjustments could have some impact, which needs monitoring
• Medicaid is a small part of SUN's U.S. innovative sales, so earnings impact will be limited

Bernstein on Sun Pharma

• Maintain Outperform with TP of Rs 2235
• Agreement is strategically important because it both protects and expands Sun's $1.2-1.3bn innovative-medicines franchise
• Timing is particularly important for Ilumya ahead of its October 29 PDUFA date, but the agreement extends well beyond a single product
• More than two years of Section 232 tariff protection also safeguards margins across Gx portfolio and future Organon driven rollouts.

Jefferies on Cement Sector

• Cement: Pricing Softens, Volume Momentum Intact
• Cement prices were down 1% MoM in Aug amid monsoon-led weakness
• However, demand remains healthy, sustaining the 7-8% YoY industry growth
• East region saw the highest correction after outperforming other regions last quarter
• Currently factor in a 1% QoQ Industry price decline in Q2 & recovery in Q3
• Any deeper correction from current levels could pressure profit estimates
• East - price hike attempts rolled back, with another hike attempt likely in September
• West - Rs20/bag hikes were attempted in Aug but did not sustain; a further Rs20/bag is planned from 10th Sept but unlikely to sustain
• North - price increased by ~Rs10-20/bag in the middle of the month but reverted later on
• Central - Dealers in the region were optimistic on price increases in Sept, with a few stating Rs20/bag kind of hike announcements.
• South - Volume growth in the region has been strong, but Cement pricing has failed to see an uptick; companies continue to attempt new rounds of hikes in September.

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JPMorgan on Steel

• Cost pressures persist; reiterate being selective
• Domestic HRC prices have started increasing now, spreads are largely flattish
• Surprised by the sharp rally in SAIL
• Recent cost escalation is likely to weigh on its profitability, given its higher coke rate vs. peers
• Expect steel prices to be range-bound for now and anticipate a gradual recovery in spreads after the festive season
• JSW Steel remains preferred pick

GS on Samvardhana Motherson

• Maintain Neutral with TP of Rs 158
• Steady momentum in consumer
• Aerospace order backlog has expanded from $1.2bn in FY24 to $1.9bn as of date
• 3 recent acquisitions to contribute Rs 20000 cr
• Targeting standalone listing for 1-2 mature verticals over the next 3-4 years

Citi on Auto Sales

• Aug'26 Sales: YoY Trends Supported by Weak Base
• Channel Stocking Delayed Due to Shift in Festive Season
• Maruti: YoY volume growth healthy but not commensurate with the capacity
• Hyundai: Steady volume growth
• M&M: Strong UV volumes; modest growth in tractors
• Tata Motors PV: Another month of strong volume growth
• Tata Motors CV: Strong growth trends
• Ashok Leyland: Healthy volume growth
• Eicher Motors (Royal Enfield): Healthy RE volume growth

Jefferies on Auto Sales

• Demand Momentum Continues in August
• Auto demand momentum remained strong in August for 2Ws, PVs & trucks with registration up 24-29% YoY
• However, tractors grew just 3% YoY
• Estimate that domestic wholesales grew ~36-43% YoY for PVs & trucks, and ~10% for 2Ws & tractors
• August wholesales were in-line for Maruti, Hero Moto & HYUNDAI, and ahead for the rest.

CLSA Price Action – Laurence Balanco

• Outlook for the Nifty remains largely unchanged
• Price action continuing to consolidate beneath both the 200DMA and the June-July highs at 24,515-24,801
• Prolonged period of indecision reflects the lack of clear directional leadership within the large-cap universe
• Leaves the index trapped within the broader trading range that has been in place since the October 2024 peak
• Longer-term range is defined by support at 21,700-22,182 and resistance at 26,000-26,300
• Until either boundary is decisively breached, the path of least resistance is likely to remain sideways
• Beneath the surface, however, market breadth remains considerably more constructive
• NSE Midcap and NSE Smallcap indices continue to display significantly stronger technical profiles than their large-cap counterparts
• NSE Midcap Index remains in a well-defined uptrend following its breakout from the 2024-2026 trading range
• A development that continues to support an upside objective of 77,700-78,000
• NSE Smallcap Index breakout remains intact and continues to support an upside target of 25,000.

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Messi vs Ronaldo GOAT Debate Settled, Says Piers Morgan. Gives Bizarre Reason

As Lionel Messi brings down the curtain on his international career, he ends a glorious chapter with one FIFA World Cup and two Copa America titles. In comparison, his arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo has only one major title to celebrate with Portugal, the 2016 UEFA European Championship. Messi's exit from international football has reignited the ultimate GOAT debate, with the football world still divided between him and Ronaldo, who created a duopoly in the sport for about 15 years. While many feel Messi edges the debate, British journalist Piers Morgan believes the Argentine maestro's international retirement has shifted the debate in Ronaldo's favour.

When Messi announced his retirement from international football on Monday, Morgan took to X (formerly Twitter) to compare the Argentine's national team goal tally with Ronaldo's. For Morgan, the fact that Ronaldo has scored more goals in international football than Messi is enough to settle the GOAT debate in the Portuguese star's favour.

"Breaking: Lionel Messi retires from international football, after scoring 125 goals for the Argentina national team, placing him second on the list of highest international goalscorers."

"Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 146 goals for the Portugal national team, the highest figure in the history of football at the international level. This settles the debate over who is the best player in history."

BREAKING:
* Lionel Messi quits international football having scored 125 goals for Argentina, the second-highest number in football history.
* @Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 146 goals for Portugal, the highest in football history.
This settles the debate. pic.twitter.com/QcMc6m0ys2

— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) August 31, 2026

READ | What Ronaldo Said When Messi First Announced International Retirement  

Confirming his decision to step away from international football, Messi stated that he had decided to end his Argentina chapter two days after the heartbreaking defeat in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. However, he chose to postpone the announcement due to the health of his father, who passed away on 8 August.

"I wrote these words on July 21, two days after the final. Today, after what happened with my dad, I am more convinced than ever," he wrote at the end of the note posted regarding his retirement.

"It was a decision that hurt, and still hurts deeply, but I understand that the time has come," Messi said on his official Instagram account. "I swear to you that I always gave it my all, not just in these last few years when we won everything, but before that too. I always fought and left everything on the field for this jersey, to bring you joy and make you feel proud to be Argentine through football."

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