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The highly anticipated single 'Ala Bolelo' from Jailer 2 has finally dropped. Featuring the legendary Rajinikanth alongside actress Shamna Kasim, the catchy tune boasts an energetic lyrical video. The track is composed and sung by the talented Anirudh Ravichander, with creative lyrics penned by Arunraja Kamaraj. A recent teaser teased an intense moment where Vinayakan warns Rajinikanth's character, setting the stage for the film's release on October 15, 2026.

The Supreme Court disposed of petitions challenging CBFC's certification of "The Kerala Story," ruling them infructuous since the film had already released, while leaving the broader legal question on certification challenges open. Justice Bagchi said this would "await another movie." The court also declined immediate hate speech guidelines, suggesting a separate comprehensive petition instead.

On Friday, Arjun Rampal and Gabriella Demetriades took a significant step in their relationship by registering their marriage in Goa. This took place at the Sub-Registrar's office in Mapusa, where they were granted special permission to skip the usual 15-day waiting period. The couple, who have been together since 2018 and share two sons, celebrated their engagement in a prior podcast episode.

The FDA has temporarily revoked licenses for The Bombay Presidency Radio Club and Khar Gymkhana, citing poor waste management and pest control. The kitchen at The Bombay Presidency Radio Club was notably infested with flies and included dead cockroaches, while a live cockroach issue led to a similar suspension for McDonald's Colaba. These measures highlight serious breaches of hygiene and food safety regulations.

Player-turned-coach Sumeeth Reddy says Gayatri Gopichand's maiden World Championships medal is more than a podium finish. It's the release of years of expectation carried as the daughter of Indian badminton legend and national coach Pullela Gopichand. The team of Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly defeated China's Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian 16-21, 21-15, 21-13 to secure at least a bronze.

A labourer died and three others were injured when a building collapsed during demolition work. The incident occurred in Delhi's Karol Bagh area on Pyare Lal Road. Preliminary inquiries suggest the building owners lacked necessary demolition permits from authorities. Rescue operations were launched by police and fire services after local residents alerted them. The building owners and the contractor have been detained for questioning regarding the collapse.

Chicago's Meigs Field airport was controversially closed overnight in 2003. Six X-shaped gouges rendered the runway unusable, stranding sixteen aircraft. The city cited security concerns following the September 11 attacks for the closure. Twelve years later, the former airfield became a natural landscape. This site now features prairie, wetlands, and wildlife habitat for migratory birds.

In a tragic incident, Bharati Mukhi lost her life after being struck by a speeding Aston Martin while crossing the street in Hyderabad. The driver, the son of a Janasena Party MP, is undergoing intoxication testing. Mukhi was the primary breadwinner for her family, who now faces significant financial challenges and seeks government aid. Authorities await forensic and post-mortem reports to continue their investigation.

Oil products now account for a much larger share of India's exports to several destinations. India has about 258.1 million tonnes of installed refining capacity across 23 refineries. It is the fourth-largest refining centre globally after the US, China and Russia.

Bikram Singh Majithia of the Shiromani Akali Dal expressed that public sentiment is leaning towards an alliance with the BJP. He highlighted Punjab's strategic location and the importance of social harmony as pivotal factors. The two parties had a longstanding relationship before parting ways over farm laws. Majithia emphasised that the final decision will come from the leadership of both sides, leaving the results of this potential collaboration uncertain.

Monegasque racing driver Cedric Sbirrazzuoli has died at age thirty-nine. He passed away on his birthday after a battle with cancer. Sbirrazzuoli had a varied career in GT and endurance racing championships. He drove Ferrari machinery for AF Corse and Conquest Racing teams. Tributes have poured in from across the motorsport world for the talented driver.

Modern conflicts highlight the challenge of intercepting short-range ballistic missiles effectively. Russia and Iran have extensively used such weapons in recent warfare. India's Pralay missile offers battlefield flexibility and operates outside nuclear doctrine. This missile features terminal maneuverability and a solid-fuel propulsion system. Pralay's capabilities position it as a leading short-range ballistic missile globally.