Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' experienced a dip in earnings on its 25th day, collecting approximately Rs 50 lakh after a strong weekend. Despite facing competition from new releases like 'Metro..In Dino' and 'Superman,' the sports drama, celebrated for its neurodivergent cast and blend of sports, comedy, and emotion, continues to engage audiences.
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During India's Brics presidency, Prime Minister Modi envisions redefining the bloc with a focus on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability. He emphasized climate justice as a moral duty and advocated for global collaboration on health solutions, highlighting the interconnectedness of planetary and human well-being.
Congress has launched a strong critique against PM Modi, questioning his silence on the devastating floods in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi, where numerous lives have been lost. This criticism arose after the Prime Minister expressed condolences for the flood-related deaths in Texas, USA. The opposition party suggests a disparity in the Prime Minister's concern for domestic and international tragedies.
India's Under-19 cricket sensation, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, is capturing hearts both on and off the field. Before the Youth Test series, two young fans traveled six hours to meet him, sporting his IPL team's jerseys. Despite a loss in the final ODI where Vaibhav scored a gritty 33, his earlier century and fan interactions highlight his rising popularity.
To ease the financial burden on commuters during highway expansions, the road transport ministry has proposed halving the toll for two-lane highways being upgraded to four lanes. This reduction, from the current 60% to 30% of the normal toll, aims to compensate for the inconvenience caused by ongoing construction.
Following finance ministry concerns over declining low-cost deposits, several public sector banks, including Canara Bank and Punjab National Bank, are scrapping minimum balance penalties on savings accounts. This policy shift, influenced by Jan Dhan account data and SBI's earlier move, aims to boost CASA deposits. Banks will now recover costs through alternative fees like debit card charges.
Vatsala, believed to be Asia's oldest female elephant at over 100 years, passed away at Panna Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav paid tribute to Vatsala, highlighting her role as a guardian of the forests and a symbol of the state's emotions. The elephant, brought from Kerala, was cremated with full honors.
Roger Federer and his wife Mirka graced Wimbledon on Day 8, receiving a warm welcome as they headed to the Royal Box. Federer, an eight-time Wimbledon champion, looked dapper in a navy blue suit, while Mirka wore a white dress. The Tennis great was welcomed with roaring applause by the crowd as he made his way to his seat.
Seth Rollins sustained a legitimate knee injury during a match against LA Knight at Saturday Night’s Main Event, potentially halting his momentum. The incident occurred while Rollins attempted a Moonsault, landing awkwardly after Knight moved. The match was cut short, with Knight picking up the win. Rollins, who has a history of knee issues, was assisted backstage.
In Netflix's Quarterback Season 2, Julie Cousins shares the emotional impact of Kirk Cousins being benched for Michael Penix Jr. Despite the difficult news, Kirk displayed remarkable grace by calling Penix to congratulate him. This act of empathy resonated with fans, highlighting the Cousins' resilience and Kirk's exceptional character amidst a challenging transition within the Atlanta Falcons.