Vicky Kaushal's historical drama Chhaava, directed by Laxman Utekar, surpassed the Rs 500 crore mark at the Indian box office in just 23 days. The film's strong performance, particularly in Maharashtra, led to impressive weekend growth and made it Vicky's highest-earning film. It also sparked a treasure hunt around Asirgarh fort in Madhya Pradesh.
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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticised the BJP-led central government over the new Waqf law, alleging that the bill was passed using a "trick" without proper constitutional amendment. She accused the BJP of attempting to polarize Bengal and raised concerns about the prohibition of fish and meat in Bengali areas of Delhi.
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Recent changes in US H-1B visa policies have caused concern among Indian IT professionals, but the impact may be less severe due to a shortage of specialized skills in the US. Indian talent remains crucial for tech giants like Microsoft and Google. Stricter enforcement against fraudulent applications and increased wage requirements are among the key changes.
In Pune, a severe outbreak of Guillain-Barre Syndrome has affected over 180 individuals, leading to six deaths. Health authorities pinpoint Campylobacter jejuni bacteria in the water supply as the cause. Residents in affected areas struggle with contamination, with many reliant on unpurified well water.
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Prominent businessman Boby Chemmanur was detained by a Special Investigation Team in Wayanad for allegedly sexually harassing Malayalam actress Honey Rose. The SIT was created to investigate allegations against Chemmanur, who faces non-bailable charges. Rose stated that she reported the issue to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who assured strict action.
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