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Sandeep Reddy Vanga regrets cutting emotional scenes from ‘Animal,’ while Akshay Kumar confirms ‘Hera Pheri 3’ is back with the original cast. Ekta Kapoor distances herself from the banned OTT platform ALTT, clarifying her departure in 2021. Amidst Saiyaara’s success, Aneet Padda denies nepotism claims, and Farah Khan seemingly critiques Deepika Padukone’s demand for shorter…

Zareen Khan responded sharply to a troll’s ageist comment on Instagram. The troll suggested she should get married because she is getting old. Zareen questioned the societal obsession with marriage as a solution for everything. She highlighted how families push marriage when individuals are not perceived as productive.

Saumen Kundu, an Indian national on an H-1B visa and employee of Cognizant, tragically drowned at Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island after being caught in a rip current with his son. While his son was rescued unharmed, Kundu could not be revived. Kundu’s colleague started a GoFundMe page to raise funds for his family.

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has dismissed reports of coaching applications from Xavi Hernandez and Pep Guardiola as fake, confirming the emails were not genuine. Following this, the AIFF has narrowed down its search to three candidates: Stephen Constantine, Stefan Tarkovic, and Khalid Jamil.

The New York Times’ latest puzzle game, NYT Strands, challenges players daily with unique themes. July 26, 2025, puzzle revolves around “It’s been a while,” featuring ‘Reunion’ as the Spangram. Players connect letters to find theme-related words like MEET, GATHER, and CONVENE on a 6×8 grid. Hints are available, and uncovering non-theme words provides clues.

Evening news wrap: Bihar ambulance rape shocks nation; 8 killed in terror attack on Iran Judiciary Centre

The UAE’s Ministry of Community Empowerment has launched new Housing and Academic Excellence Allowances to support low-income Emirati families. These benefits, part of the Social Support and Empowerment Programme, provide tailored financial aid for housing and education, promoting stability and academic success. Accessible via a streamlined digital platform, the allowances aim to empower families and…

The US Department of Education is promoting AI tools in schools, offering guidance and grants for integration. However, this push coincides with the dismantling of the Office of Educational Technology and potential dissolution of the department itself, raising concerns about oversight, cybersecurity, and equitable implementation. Schools face uncertainty navigating AI adoption without traditional federal support.

Michael Pezzetta, a Toronto native, has signed a two-year, $1.625 million deal with the Maple Leafs, adding physicality to their bottom-six. He recently engaged with young fans at the Maple Leafs youth hockey camp, demonstrating his commitment to the community. Pezzetta’s return home brings excitement to his family and friends, all avid Leafs supporters.

Wordle, the brainchild of Josh Wardle, has become a global phenomenon, captivating millions with its daily word puzzles. Players strategically guess five-letter words, using color-coded clues to refine their attempts. The New York Times acquired the game, further amplifying its reach. Today’s Wordle answer was ‘HAUNT’, testing players’ vocabulary and logic skills.