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Key FactsLegendary Actress Saroja Devi Passes at 87
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
- Veteran actress Saroja Devi died on Monday in Bengaluru at the age of 87.
- She starred in over 200 films in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi and was honored with the Padma award.
- Her career spanned 29 years as a lead actress, often starring alongside icons like M G Ramachandran.
- Karnataka's Chief Minister praised her cinematic legacy and extended condolences to her family.
The moment Sarojadevi is mentioned, her captivating performances in films like Kittur Chennamma, Babruvahana, and Annathangi come to mind. Her departure, having entertained audiences for decades through refined films, is a significant loss to Indian cinema.— Karnataka Chief Minister reflecting on the impact of Saroja Devi's career.
Key FactsFarewell to Telugu Cinema Icon Kota Srinivasa Rao
Jul 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
- Kota Srinivasa Rao, a respected Telugu actor, died in Hyderabad at the age of 83.
- He appeared in over 750 films and received multiple awards throughout his career.
- From 1999 to 2004, Rao served as an MLA representing Vijayawada East in Andhra Pradesh.
- His passing is considered a significant loss to the Telugu film industry, with his versatile roles leaving lasting impressions.
The demise of the renowned actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, who won the affection of cinema audiences with his versatile roles, is deeply saddening. His artistic contributions to the fields of cinema and theatre over nearly four decades, and the roles he portrayed, will remain unforgettable.— AP CM Chandrababu Naidu expressed his condolences on the demise of the actor.
Devotees throng at Kashi Vishwanath temple on first Monday of ‘Sawan’ 2025 #Varanasi #Kashi #UttarPradesh #Devotees #Kashi #Vishwanath #Sawan
Priests perform ‘Bhasma Aarti’ at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar temple on first ‘Shraavan Somvaar’#Ujjain #MadhyaPradesh #Sawan #Mahadev #Makaleshwar #Jyotirling
Devotees gather to offer prayers at Delhi’s Gauri Shankar temple on 1st day of Sawan#sawan #sawanmonday #Gaurishankartemple #Delhi
“Trying to incite riots…”: Shagun Parihar slams J&K govt over Youm-e-Shuhada#NationalConference #OmarAbdullah #KashmirPolitics #KashmiriPandits #HouseArrest #YashodaDemand #Yamshuda #July13Protest #AntiNational #UnityOfIndia #KashmirUnrest #CommunalHarmony #JammuAndKashmir ... Show more
Jane Street deposits $567 million so it can resume India trading, sources say: Jane Street, which has been accused of market manipulation by Indian authorities ...
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Delhi University student from Tripura found dead after going missing for 6 days: What happened to Sneha Debnath?
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An SDRF jawan bravely swam to rescue a Kanwariya swept away by the Ganga River's current in Haridwar, risking his life in a heroic act captured on video ... Show more
In an emotional Instagram post, Indian badminton star #SainaNehwal announced her separation from her husband, #ParupalliKashyap , after nearly seven years of marriage ... Show more
Key FactsAir India Crash Probes Boeing Fuel Switch Safety
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The FAA and Boeing confirmed that fuel switch locks on Boeing aircraft are not considered a safety risk.
- A preliminary report on the June 2025 Air India Boeing 787-8 crash referenced a 2018 FAA advisory recommending inspection of the fuel cutoff switch locks.
- Air India did not follow the advisory as it was not mandatory, though the aircraft’s throttle control module was replaced twice before the crash.
- The Indian pilots’ union ALPA called for an impartial inquiry and insisted that pilots be included as observers in the investigation.
The pilots body must now be made part of the probe, at least as observers.— Sam Thomas, President of ALPA India, calls for the pilots' body to be included in the investigation.
‘Targeted assault’: Bengali migrant workers in BJP-ruled states asked to prove they are Indians
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A gunman associated with MLC Teenmar Mallanna fired shots into the air after a group of individuals, claiming to be activists from Telangana Jagruthi ... Show more
India’s spin all-rounder Washington Sundar played a key role in getting the host team out cheaply by wreaking havoc with his spin in the second innings of the ... Show more
Indian pilots' association: Don't vilify Air India crash crew based on conjecture
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‘Irreversible consequences’,: GTRI warns India against rushed trade deal under US pressure, cites risks to core sectors
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Rahul — versatility and adaptability are his middle names: K.L. Rahul's versatility and adaptability shine in his quest to excel in Test cricket for India.
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Banned outfit ULFA-I claims Indian drone strikes killed senior leader near Myanmar border; Army denies operation
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All level crossings within 100 km of Bengaluru will be gone in 3 years: Minister V Somanna
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‘Mi Marathit bolu ka?’: PM Modi’s call to Ujjwal Nikam before RS nomination: “I told him he has command over both languages and loves them. He told me that the ...
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Air India crash probe: Victims’ families call out lack of transparency after shocking fuel cut-off findings in ‘vague’ preliminary report
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Key FactsFuel Cutoff Mystery in Deadly Air India Crash
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Air India Flight AI171 lost fuel supply to both engines shortly after takeoff, causing the fatal crash in Ahmedabad.
- Flight data revealed the fuel switches were switched from RUN to CUTOFF within one second, stopping fuel flow abruptly.
- Audio recordings captured pilots questioning who switched off the fuel, with neither admitting responsibility.
- The preliminary report identifies the fuel cutoff as the crash cause but leaves many questions unanswered pending a full inquiry.
The plane crash has "stunned and saddened" the country.— India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the incident as "heartbreaking beyond words," adding that he was in touch with the authorities involved in the disaster.
‘Total violation of set mandates…’: Vishnu Shankar Jain on Delhi HC stay on ‘Udaipur Files’#VishnuShankarJain #DelhiHC #UdaipurFiles
‘Ye sootra ko hum…’: Tejashwi Yadav counters ECI about presence of foreign nationals in Bihar voter list review
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Key FactsDalai Lama Succession Strains China-India Ties
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The Chinese embassy in New Delhi called the Dalai Lama’s succession an internal Chinese issue and criticized remarks from Indian figures.
- The Dalai Lama has lived in exile in India since 1959, providing New Delhi with strategic leverage against Beijing.
- India’s foreign minister will visit China for the first time since deadly border clashes in 2020 to hold bilateral talks.
- The Tibet issue continues to complicate China-India relations, with prominent Indian politicians backing the Dalai Lama’s position.
The reincarnation and succession of the Dalai Lama is inherently an internal affair of China.— Yu Jing, spokesperson for the Chinese embassy, commented on the succession of the Dalai Lama on social media.
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A stunning video of a leopard standing on its hind legs at the Kruger National Park, South Africa, has gone viral on social media platforms. The 36-second clip ... Show more
Mohammed Siraj's act 'unacceptable'; ICC told to punish India pacer for 'crossing the line': 'Should be repercussions' | Cricket
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Railways to install CCTV cameras in 74,000 passenger coaches, 15,000 locos: Indian Railways has announced a massive rollout of CCTV cameras across all 74 ...
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Drunk Audi driver runs over 5 people sleeping on footpath in Delhi, held: A drunk driver of an Audi car allegedly ran over five people, including two couples and ...
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Key FactsIntoxicated Audi Driver Hits Five Pedestrians in Delhi
Jul 13 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: business-standard.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: business-standard.com
- In southwest Delhi's Vasant Vihar area, a drunk Audi driver ran over five people sleeping on a footpath.
- The victims included two couples and an eight-year-old girl who were asleep at the time of the incident.
- The crash occurred at approximately 1:45 a.m. on July 9, and the 40-year-old driver Utsav Shekhar was arrested on site.
- Authorities have initiated legal proceedings and are continuing investigations to determine further details.
Tejashwi’s ‘Bizarre Comment’ sparks row, Shambhavi Chaudhary urges him to ‘watch his words’#TejashwiYadav #ElectionCommission #VoterLists #BiharPolitics #NDA #LJP #SIR #ElectoralIntegrity #PoliticalDebate
Archita Phukan cyber defamation case: Ex-boyfriend arrested for circulating morphed images
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Auto Driver Assaulted Over Anti-Marathi Remarks; Video Sparks Row: Police said they have seen the video but not received any formal complaint in the matter so ...
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Washington Sundar addresses press after master class of spin on 4th day at Lord’s | India Vs England #Klrahul #India #England #RishabhPant
Ashish Chanchlani lost 40 kgs in 6 months, did not follow any extreme diet; Here’s how
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Piramal family to sell up to 32% stake in India's VIP Industries, triggers open offer
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Pure cinema: The one-over drama at Lord's Test: Cricket Showdown: India’s Shubman Gill confronts Zak Crawley in heated Lord’s Test moment as England edge ahead ...
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Gujarat govt in action, orders probe into Bharatmala Highway in Patan, contractor serve notice#GujaratGovt #BharatmalaHighway #Patan
RSS chief’s ‘75 years’ remark: Congress MLA for Nitin Gadkari as PM: Welcoming RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s statement that those who turn 75 must step down from ...
deccanherald.com/india/karnataka/rss-chief-s-75-yrs-remark-cong-mla-for-gadkari-as-prime-minister-3627680
Meditation, noodles and snakes: How a Russian woman survived 8 years in cave with kids after her visa expired
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After Operation Sindoor, 14–15 countries have demanded BrahMos, says Rajnath Singh: ‘It will also…’
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8 Years In A Forest: The Hidden Life Of A Russian Woman In India: BANGALURU, July 13: In a striking story of survival, faith, and maternal devotion ...
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‘Authorities failed to give protection’ Sofia Firdous attacks Majhi Govt over Balasore case #Sofiafirdous #Congress #Odisha #Balasorecase #BJP
In Frames: Stampede country: The Hindu's News in Frames: July 13, 2025
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NDA will form govt. in Bihar with two-thirds majority, says BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal#NDA #Bihar #BJP #DilipJaiswal #BiharPolls
Highway construction up 9% on year in April-June: India's highway construction saw an 8.9% year-on-year increase in Q1 FY26, reaching 2,108 km ...
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Modi Wants More Indians to Speak Hindi. Some States Are Shouting ‘No.’: States worry that the imposition of Hindi, the main language of northern India ...
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Bhasma Aarti performed at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple on third day of 'Sawan' month#mahakaleshwartemple #bhasmaarti #ujjain #madhyapradesh #sawan #sawanmonth
‘Nukes solely for…’: Pakistan PM Sharif denies use of nuclear weapons against India during Op Sindoor
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Key FactsInside the Tragic Death of Tennis Player Radhika
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: indiatimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: indiatimes.com
- Radhika Yadav, a 25-year-old tennis player, was reportedly shot dead by her father in Gurugram after three days of planning.
- Her best friend revealed years of strict parental control and emotional abuse that severely restricted Radhika’s freedom.
- Claims of a communal motive like 'Love Jihad' were dismissed, highlighting Radhika’s isolated and oppressed home life instead.
- The father displayed no remorse, while jealous peers were accused of encouraging the fatal attack.
How long will women continue to suffer under the weight of male ego?— Himaanshika Singh Rajput expressed this in an emotional video addressing the control and abuse her best friend Radhika Yadav faced.
Russia and China discuss Ukraine war and US ties: MOSCOW (Reuters) -- Russia's and China's foreign ministers on Sunday discussed their relations with ...
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India 387 and 58/4 (KL Rahul 33*), need 135 runs to win against England (387 and 192) at Stumps on Day 4 of third Test at Lord's#ENGvsIND #JaspritBumrah #WashingtonSundar #KLRahul ... Show more
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India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 4: England Crowd Boos India Batters Late On Day 4. Reason Is...
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India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 4: England Crowd Boos India Batters Late On Day 4. Reason Is...
8th pay commission: What is it? When is the hike likely to be implemented? Who will benefit? How much will government employees get?
All your questions ... Show more
Muslims doctors in nine medical colleges in Bengal stands at 6.6%; RTI enquiries reveal
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‘She cried because the world…’: Young girl selling roses slapped by auto driver in Kota, refuses sympathy money
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Dalai Lama succession issue a 'thorn' in relations with India: China
: Tibet Dispute: China says Dalai Lama’s succession is an internal affair ...
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan urges states to take action against diversion of subsidised fertilisers
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CM Bhupendra Patel orders repair work on damaged road in Godhra; Administration swung into action#Godhra #Gujarat #bhupendrapatel #development
UAE influencer Abdu Rozik released from custody after Dubai airport arrest: The 21-year-old posted a video on Instagram hours later, showing him receiving an ...
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Will Chirag's discordant notes spell trouble for Nitish again as Bihar approaches polls?
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From communist roots to RSS ranks: BJP's Rajya Sabha nominee Sadanandan master: Political Journey: Once a communist, BJP's Sadanandan Master—victim of ...
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Key FactsTesla Launches First Showroom in India Next Week
Jul 12 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnbc.com
- Tesla will open its first showroom experience center on July 15 at Mumbai’s Maker Maxity Mall.
- Direct sales to Indian customers are expected to begin alongside the showroom launch.
- The company faces competition from BYD and Tata Motors and contends with import duties near 70%.
- Tesla is actively recruiting for multiple roles in Mumbai and New Delhi to support its Indian operations.
Leaders of J&K regional parties ‘detained, locked in homes’ in Srinagar on anniversary of civilians killed in 1931
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A migrant auto-rickshaw driver in Maharashtra's Palghar district was assaulted in full public view by supporters of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) ... Show more
