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Sunny Deol praises Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana vision, honours Dara Singh's legacy

Actor Sunny Deol has spoken about his role as Hanuman in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film Ramayana. Deol said he is impressed by the director's distinct creative vision and the special effects seen in the trailer, despite not having watched the full film yet. He also acknowledged Dara Singh's iconic portrayal of Hanuman, calling the late actor irreplaceable in the role. The film is currently scheduled for release in November 2026.

Supreme Court Rules Crop Damage Cannot Justify Blocking Elephant Corridors

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that crop damage caused by elephants is not a valid reason to obstruct designated elephant corridors. The judgment underscores the legal protection afforded to these migratory pathways critical to elephant movement. According to the Elephant Corridors of India 2023 report, prepared with technical support from the Wildlife Institute of India, the country has elephant corridors spread across four regions. The ruling reinforces the balance between wildlife conservation and agricultural concerns, prioritizing the preservation of natural corridors.

How a 2005 April Fool's prank by Yuvraj and Harbhajan almost cost Ganguly his captaincy

On April 1, 2005, Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh played a prank on then-captain Sourav Ganguly. The incident occurred a day before India was set to begin a one-day series against Pakistan in Kochi. The prank reportedly upset Ganguly so deeply that he nearly considered stepping down from the captaincy. The episode highlighted the intense pressure that came with leading India against their arch-rivals Pakistan.

CAG flags shortage of drinking water, fans, toilets at New Delhi, Mumbai, Howrah, other key stations

Assam Plans 20% Salary Cut for Govt Staff Who Remarry Without Divorce

The Assam government is set to impose a 20% salary deduction on state employees who remarry without first obtaining a divorce. The policy targets employees who abandon their first wives and enter into a second marriage. The measure is intended to serve as a financial deterrent against such conduct among government staff. No specific implementation date has been announced yet, but the proposal signals a firm policy stance by the state administration.

UP Judge Awards 22 Death Sentences Across 10 Cases in Just Four Months

Additional District and Sessions Judge Ravi Kumar Diwakar of Uttar Pradesh has handed down 22 death sentences across 10 separate criminal cases within a span of four months. The judge has drawn significant attention for his swift and stringent approach to serious crimes in the region. Judge Diwakar had previously made headlines for ordering a videography survey of the Gyanvapi mosque complex in Varanasi. His latest rulings have once again placed him at the center of public and legal discourse in India.

Visakhapatnam shuts, Bhogapuram opens: Andhra’s newest commercial airport

US Deports Indian National Convicted of Sexually Motivated Coercion

The United States government has deported an Indian national following a conviction related to sexually motivated coercion. The individual was classified as a non-citizen criminal under US immigration law. American authorities have been enforcing a broader policy of removing convicted non-citizens to their home countries. In certain cases, deportees may also be sent to negotiated third-party countries under specific enforcement arrangements.

Twisha Sharma's Husband and Mother-in-Law Accused of Abetting Suicide

A case of abetment to suicide has been filed against the husband and mother-in-law of Twisha Sharma in Madhya Pradesh. The matter has come before the Madhya Pradesh High Court, where key evidence has been examined. A postmortem report presented before the court documented six injuries found on Twisha Sharma's body. The report has been described as playing a crucial role in the proceedings of this case.

Odisha lifts six-attempt cap on Civil Services exam, raises age limit to 42

Odisha has scrapped the six-attempt limit for candidates appearing in the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) examination. Under the revised rules, general category aspirants are now permitted to sit the exam as many times as they wish until they reach the upper age limit of 42 years. The change is expected to benefit a large number of unreserved-category candidates who were previously barred after exhausting their attempts. In addition, the state government announced an expansion of free textbook distribution to students in Classes IX and X. Authorities also outlined plans to further strengthen the school education system across the state.

Three Hurt in Crowd Surge at Nagchandreshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh

Three people were injured in a crowd rush at the Nagchandreshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred amid a large gathering of devotees at the popular religious site. Temple administrator Pratham Kaushik acknowledged the injuries but pushed back against some media coverage of the event. He claimed that certain media outlets and social media platforms were spreading misleading reports about the extent of the chaos at the temple.

Hyderabad Astronomer Rohan Naidu Uncovers Clues to Early Universe Black Holes

Rohan Naidu, an astronomer originally from Hyderabad, is gaining recognition for his research into the early universe. His latest study examines a cosmic dawn object that contains a supermassive black hole surrounded by thick gas. The findings offer new understanding of how black holes grew rapidly in the universe's earliest era. The research may also help explain mysterious features known as 'little red dots' that were recently observed by the James Webb Space Telescope.

Supreme Court Stays Allahabad HC Proceedings in Rahul Gandhi Assets Case

The Supreme Court has directed the Allahabad High Court to halt proceedings in a case involving alleged disproportionate assets linked to Rahul Gandhi. The top court intervened in the matter, questioning the seriousness of the case being pursued by the agencies involved. The bench appeared to challenge the urgency or gravity attributed to the allegations by the concerned authorities. The directive effectively puts the high court proceedings on hold pending further consideration by the Supreme Court.

Heart transplant recipient battles insurer to retain life-saving anti-rejection drug

Payton Herres received a heart transplant at age 11 due to a congenital condition called Ebstein's anomaly. Fifteen years after her surgery, she found herself unable to access everolimus, the anti-rejection medication she had depended on since 2013. Her insurer stopped covering the drug, and its out-of-pocket cost became unaffordable. Herres shared her situation on social media, where her story gained widespread attention. Entrepreneur Mark Cuban's pharmacy company stepped in to supply the medication at a significantly reduced price.

'Will rise for it, won't sing it': Congress MP Masood explains stand on Vande Mataram

'Tent fell, barricades collapsed': Stampede-like situation at Ujjain temple leaves devotees injured

Awarapan 2 approaches Rs 85 crore mark after strong Independence Day weekend

Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2, a sequel to the 2007 cult film, has emerged as the top performer among Independence Day box office releases. The film collected strong numbers over its extended opening weekend, pushing its total close to Rs 85 crore by Day 4. Trade observers are now eyeing the Rs 100 crore milestone as a realistic target for the film. The movie entered its first regular Monday, a day typically associated with a dip in collections, but its early momentum has kept expectations high.

Cauvery row: SC asks Karnataka to comply with water release directions to Tamil Nadu

Anthropic CEO Urges AI Firms to Deliver Real Breakthroughs to Rebuild Public Trust

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has attributed growing public skepticism toward AI to a deep erosion of trust in the industry. He argued that tangible results, rather than marketing claims, are the only way for AI companies to restore credibility with ordinary people. Amodei called on AI firms to fulfill concrete promises, particularly in areas like cancer research and medical advancement. On the regulatory front, he expressed support for oversight frameworks that prevent dangerous concentrations of power. Anthropic itself is channeling efforts into biological and medical research to demonstrate real-world value.

Gujarat Cop Resigns to Campaign for PM Modi's Return to Power in 2029

A Gujarat police officer named Ramgar Mohangar Gosai has resigned from his post to openly support Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the 2029 general elections. Gosai staged a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to draw attention to his cause. As part of his demonstration, he made a public pledge to go barefoot until Modi returns to power in 2029. His resignation reflects an unusual step by a serving law enforcement officer to engage in political activism. The protest highlights the lengths to which some Modi supporters are willing to go in expressing their backing for the Prime Minister.