Bollywood buzz is heating up! 'Saiyaara' producer Akshaye Widhwani is touched by fans' emotional reactions. Shabana Azmi defends her intimate scene with Dharmendra, praising Karan Johar's sensitivity. Aditya Roy Kapur emphasizes communication in modern relationships. Vikrant Massey and Rani Mukerji are anticipated to win National Film Awards, while Mumtaz considers a comeback, prioritizing roles that honor her legacy.
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In Tamil Nadu, a sub-inspector named Saravanan has been arrested concerning the alleged honour killing of Kavin Selvaganesh, a 23-year-old Dalit software engineer. Saravanan is the father of Surjith, the primary suspect accused of murdering Kavin for his relationship with Surjith's sister, S Subashini. Subashini has denied her parents' involvement, stating they planned to reveal the relationship later.
US President Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for averting a potential "nuclear war" between India and Pakistan, asserting US intervention halted escalating conflict. While a US diplomat echoed this at the UN, stating the US facilitated de-escalation, India denies any third-party mediation. Moreover, the Congress questioned Prime Minister Modi's silence on Trump's repeated claims.
A dispute surrounds the Election Commission's revision of voter lists in Bihar. Opposition parties allege voter suppression. They have taken the matter to the Supreme Court. The court is hearing the case. The Election Commission defends the revision as necessary for fair elections. Concerns arise about voter verification and potential disenfranchisement. The revision may extend nationwide.
The DGCA has issued a stern warning to Air India, threatening action over safety violations, including crew fatigue management and training protocols. The regulator cited 29 violations, such as insufficient pilot rest, poor simulator training compliance, and inadequate crew on international routes. This follows Air India's self-reporting of issues after a plane crash in Ahmedabad.
Ricardo Salinas Pliego, a Mexican billionaire, lost a significant portion of his fortune, around $5.5 billion, in a sophisticated "loan-to-own" scam. Con artists posing as descendants of John Jacob Astor lured him into borrowing $400 million against his Grupo Elektra shares.
Actor Pratham M filed a police complaint alleging threats from individuals, including Bakery Raghu and Yashashwini, for his comments on actor Darshan, who is implicated in the Renukaswamy murder case. Pratham claims he was threatened with a weapon and verbally abused for speaking against Darshan.
The Vancouver Canucks recently traded Dakota Joshua and Arturs Silovs, sparking debate. Frank Corrado suggests losing Joshua, known for his physicality and scoring, might be more impactful than trading Silovs, given Vancouver's goaltending depth. The Canucks aim to free up cap space to address their need for a second-line center, prioritizing roster balance and future flexibility.
The Nasa-Isro Synthetic Aperture Radar (Nisar) satellite is scheduled to launch on July 30 aboard the GSLV-F16 rocket from Sriharikota. Following launch, a meticulous deployment sequence will unfold over several weeks, including the deployment of a massive 12-meter radar antenna. After a 90-day commissioning phase, Nisar will commence its science operations, capturing crucial data on Earth's surface changes using its L-band and S-band frequencies.
Sawan Shivratri, an auspicious day for Lord Shiva's devotees, celebrated in July or August, commemorates Shiva's protection of the universe and Goddess Parvati's devotion. Devotees fast, offer prayers, and perform rituals seeking blessings, spiritual awakening, and inner peace. The day is marked with heartfelt wishes, quotes, and social media posts, fostering devotion and harmony.