Key FactsLegendary Actress Saroja Devi Passes at 87
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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Key FactsAir India Crash Probes Boeing Fuel Switch Safety
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  • 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.
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Key FactsFuel Cutoff Mystery in Deadly Air India Crash
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  • 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.
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Key FactsDalai Lama Succession Strains China-India Ties
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  • 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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Key FactsIntoxicated Audi Driver Hits Five Pedestrians in Delhi
Jul 13 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • 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.
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Key FactsInside the Tragic Death of Tennis Player Radhika
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  • 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.
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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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Key FactsTesla Launches First Showroom in India Next Week
Jul 12 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • 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.
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