Mohit Suri's 'Saiyaara,' starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has achieved a historic opening weekend, grossing over Rs 80 crore. Defying expectations, it surpassed Suri's previous records and secured a spot among 2025's top openers. The film's success is attributed to its fresh cast, music, and emotional storytelling, resonating strongly with younger audiences, outperforming several big banner films.
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In Lucknow's Kalyanpur, a decade-old grudge culminated in the daylight murder of a 32-year-old man. Police arrested five individuals, including the main accused, Anup alias Sonu Kashyap, who sought revenge for a 2015 incident where the victim allegedly assaulted his mother. The group attacked Manoj Kumar with iron rods and sticks.
Despite repeated threats in 2023 and 2024, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has again warned medical colleges about failing to pay stipends to interns and resident doctors. The NMC threatens penalties, including financial fines and suspension of admissions, for non-compliance. Previous surveys revealed widespread stipend non-payment, yet no action has been taken against defaulting colleges.
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