Dr. Vece Paes, the Olympic bronze medalist in hockey, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of sportsmanship and dedication. Despite battling Parkinson's in his later years, he sought to recreate his lost Olympic medal, even borrowing one from a former teammate.
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Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has taken the box office by storm, earning Rs 118.5 crore net in India within three days. The film, featuring a star-studded cast including Akkineni Nagarjuna and Aamir Khan, has seen houseful shows across the country. Early estimates suggest 'Coolie' could surpass Rs 150 crore during its opening week, driven by strong audience reception and an extended holiday weekend.
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The Kremlin announced that a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to occur as early as next week. This meeting comes as Trump seeks to address Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine and its trade practices. While the venue has been agreed upon in principle, details are still being worked out between the two nations.
A Gurgaon woman has filed a police complaint alleging sexual harassment near Rajiv Chowk. She claims a man unzipped his pants and masturbated in front of her while she waited for a cab. The police initially refused to register her complaint online, and the women's helpline went unanswered.
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Following its release after legal clearance, 'Udaipur Files,' a film depicting the Kanhaiya Lal murder case, prompted the slain tailor's son, Yash Sahu, to bring his father's photograph to the theatre. He garlanded the photo and placed it beside him.