Indians kidnapped in Mali: What are the demands of al-Qaida? Relative narrates ordeal

An al-Qaida-linked group in Mali has abducted three Indian nationals, including P Venkataraman from Odisha, and is reportedly demanding ransom for their release. The abduction occurred during an attack on the Diamond Cement Factory, prompting concern from the Ministry of External Affairs. Indian embassy is working closely with Malian authorities to secure the safe return…

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Himachal Pradesh monsoon havoc: 74 dead, rescue teams race against time in Mandi for 30 missing; IMD issues red alert

Torrential monsoon rains have caused widespread devastation in Himachal Pradesh, resulting in 74 deaths and leaving dozens missing. Rescue operations are underway in the Mandi district, the worst-hit area, where teams are struggling with challenging terrain to locate those trapped. A red alert has been issued for more heavy rainfall, exacerbating the already dire situation.

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‘Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru’ OTT release: Find out when and where to watch Narne Nithiin’s starrer as it makes its digital debut

The Telugu remake of ‘Theevandi’, ‘Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru,’ starring Narne Nithiin, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Aha Video. Nithiin plays Raja, an unemployed youth whose smoking addiction jeopardizes his love life with Nithya, opposed by her father. Directed by Vegesna Satish, the film features a strong supporting cast and music…

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Chess | ‘I feel pity’ – Garry Kasparov asserts Gukesh not ready for Blitz

Garry Kasparov believes Gukesh’s rapid win against Magnus Carlsen had a significant psychological impact, affecting his blitz performance at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament. Kasparov observed Gukesh’s games were feeble in the blitz section, suggesting he might not be ready for the faster format. Carlsen, however, recovered strongly in the blitz after a poor…

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When Rajesh Khanna accused Amitabh Bachchan of ‘playing dirty politics’ during the ‘Namak Haraam’ shoot

Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan, despite their initial camaraderie in ‘Anand,’ faced intense rivalry during ‘Namak Haraam.’ Khanna suspected Bachchan of undermining him, leading to a script change granting Khanna the death scene, upsetting Bachchan. The tension lingered, with Khanna holding a grudge and the two stars never collaborating again, marking a significant rift in…

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Happy Birthday Ranveer Singh! When Ryan Reynolds called the ‘Bajirao Mastani’ actor “amazing” and “funny”

Ranveer Singh’s widespread fame has captured the attention of Ryan Reynolds, who expressed his desire to collaborate with the Bollywood star. Reynolds admires Singh’s talent and humor, particularly highlighting Singh’s contribution as the Hindi voice of Deadpool. The actors have shown mutual appreciation, with Reynolds repeatedly praising Singh in interviews and online interactions.

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Bhagyalakshmi criticizes actor Tini Tom for ‘Baseless’ remarks about Prem Nazir’s final days – ‘Deeply hurtful’

Bhagyalakshmi, a veteran actor and dubbing artist, has strongly criticized Tini Tom’s recent statements about Prem Nazir, refuting claims that the legendary actor spent his final days seeking roles and in distress. She emphasized Nazir’s generosity and peaceful life, highlighting that he was never one to beg for work or seek pity. Bhagyalakshmi urged Tini…

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UGC NET answer key 2025 for June exams released at ugcnet.nta.ac.in: Raise objections online by this date, direct link here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer key for the UGC NET June 2025 examination on ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Candidates can now download their recorded responses and question papers. The objection window is open until July 8, 2025, allowing candidates to challenge discrepancies with a non-refundable fee of Rs. 200 per question.

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