IND vs ENG Test: ‘Losing Chris Woakes changed the whole responsibility’ – Ben Stokes reacts as India secure stunning win in nail-biting finish to series

England captain Ben Stokes lauded the thrilling five-Test series against India, despite his team’s narrow defeat in the finale. Stokes highlighted the series as an ‘unbelievable advert’ for Test cricket, praising the commitment and energy displayed by both teams. India’s dramatic six-run victory, secured by Mohammed Siraj’s five-wicket haul, leveled the series 2-2.

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Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Hema Malini reveals how Amitabh Bachchan went on silent mode to shoot highly emotional climax scene in Baghban

Amitabh Bachchan’s birthday on KBC 17 saw Farhan and Javed Akhtar on the hot seat. Big B reminisced about acting with Dilip Kumar and advised Farhan on researching his father’s work. The father-son duo used lifelines for Rs 25 lakh and Rs 50 lakh questions, successfully answering both. Hema Malini sent a special birthday message.

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Bilaspur to host national seminar on Narendra Modi govt’s women empowerment push; focus on tribal, rural women in Chhattisgarh

Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, is set to host a national seminar on August 5-6, spotlighting PM Modi’s women empowerment initiatives, particularly for tribal and rural women in Chhattisgarh. Sponsored by ICSSR, the seminar will gather academics and policymakers to address challenges in education, healthcare, and digital access.

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Anushka Shetty’s Ghaati gears up for modest USA premiere with nearly USD 18,000 collection

Anushka Shetty’s comeback film, Ghaati, directed by Krish Jagarlamudi, is set for its North American premiere. Advance sales have reached USD 18,460 across 123 locations, a modest start for the heroine-centric drama. The film portrays a tribal woman’s transformation into a criminal figure involved in the ganja trade, facing competition from Sivakarthikeyan’s Madharaasi.

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‘Paresh Rawal never had issues with Akshay Kumar, there were other bad forces pressurising him,’ says Priyadarshan about ‘Hera Pheri 3’ row

Director Priyadarshan hinted at external pressures affecting Paresh Rawal’s initial hesitation regarding ‘Hera Pheri 3,’ clarifying that there were no issues between him, Rawal, or Akshay Kumar. He mentioned ‘bad forces’ creating problems, while Paresh Rawal confirmed that filming is expected to commence next year, bringing relief to eager fans.

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