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Malayalam cinema has a history of National Award controversies. Kalabhavan Mani’s anticipated win for ‘Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum’ in 2000 turned into heartbreak, while Thilakan’s loss for ‘Perumthachan’ to Amitabh Bachchan in 1990 sparked outrage. The awards have also fueled rivalry between Mohanlal and Mammootty, and now, ‘Aadujeevitham’s’ recent snub adds to the ongoing debate.

Bosch is poised to significantly expand its presence in India by acquiring a 74.2% stake in Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India (JCHAI). This acquisition, part of a larger $8 billion global deal, will see Bosch taking control of JCHAI, including Hitachi’s 40% ownership.

Mohit Suri’s ‘Saiyaara,’ released on July 18, enjoyed a successful two-week run, crossing Rs 300 crore. However, its performance has slowed in the third week due to the rise of ‘Mahavtar Narsimha,’ which outperformed new releases ‘Son Of Sardaar 2’ and ‘Dhadak 2’. ‘Mahavtar Narsimha’ is set to cross Rs 100 crore, impacting ‘Saiyaara’s’ momentum.

Union Bank of India has opened applications for 250 Specialist Officer posts across various departments. The online registration runs from August 5 to 25, 2025, at unionbankofindia.co.in. Candidates aged 25–35 with a full-time two-year postgraduate degree in management or related fields can apply. The selection process includes an online exam, group discussion, and interview.

Shalini, wife of Tamil star Ajith, celebrated his 33 years in the film industry with a heartfelt Instagram post, praising his grace and impact on others. Actors Veera and John Kokken also shared their admiration. Fans lauded the couple’s bond and Ajith’s influence, echoing his recent statement reflecting on his journey.

In early 2025, TikTok intensified content moderation in the UAE, removing over a million videos for violating guidelines. With a 98.2% proactive removal rate, 94% videos were taken down within 24 hours. Nearly 87,000 live hosts were banned, and 140,000 livestreams shut down. Across MENA, 16.5 million videos were removed.

Himachal Pradesh offers a plethora of unique experiences, from riding the vintage Kalka-Shimla toy train and soaking in geothermic hot springs with Himalayan views to paragliding at Asia’s highest site in Bir Billing. Explore remote villages like Malana, find peace in Dharamshala’s Tibetan monasteries, ski in Solang Valley, camp by Chandratal Lake, and witness the…

Outgoing US Ambassador Martina Strong received the UAE’s First-Class Order of Zayed II, a high civilian honour, for her significant contributions to strengthening UAE-US relations. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan presented the award, recognizing Strong’s role in advancing security, economic, and cultural ties during her tenure. Strong expressed gratitude, highlighting the enduring partnership between…

South Korean entertainment mourns the loss of veteran actor Song Young Kyu, best known for his role in ‘Extreme Job,’ at the age of 55. His career spanned decades with impactful roles in K-dramas like ‘Big Bet’ and ‘Hwarang.’ The actor’s recent DUI case led to public scrutiny and project removals.

The Delhi High Court denied interim bail to Amritpal Singh, accused in the Attari border heroin seizure case, despite his plea to care for his wife during gall bladder surgery. The NIA opposed the bail, citing the family’s financial stability and the availability of other relatives. Singh was arrested at Amritsar Airport while allegedly attempting…