Shakti Kapoor, a celebrated Bollywood actor with a career spanning 45 years, has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Having debuted in 1980 with ‘Qurbani,’ he has been a part of numerous films in Hindi and various regional languages. His filmography includes over 700 movies across Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, Marathi, and Punjabi. Beyond his film work, Kapoor is known for his appearance on the popular reality show ‘Bigg Boss,’ hosted by Salman Khan. In 2011, he joined ‘Bigg Boss Season 5,’ co-hosted by Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt. Kapoor’s goal in entering ‘Bigg Boss’ wasn’t to win…
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In a T20I match, Afghanistan defeated Pakistan by 18 runs, successfully defending their score. Afghanistan’s batsmen, Ibrahim Zadran and Sadiqullah Atal, set the stage with solid performances. Afghanistan, batting first, scored 169 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Despite a shaky start, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz getting out early, Zadran and Atal built a strong partnership of 113 runs in 80 balls for the second wicket. Sadiqullah scored 64 runs off 45 balls, and Zadran top-scored with 65 runs. Pakistan’s innings struggled and they failed to chase down the 170-run target, with their batting collapsing…
Indian intelligence agencies are again highlighting concerns regarding the Tablighi Jamaat, specifically focusing on its foreign members. The agencies believe that these individuals are exploiting tourist, student, and medical visas for religious propagation, which breaches the terms of their visas. Sources within the intelligence community indicate that foreign members are involved in activities like ‘Chilla’ (preaching tours) in various districts of Maharashtra, operating in small groups. To avoid detection, they are staying away from large gatherings and mosques, instead utilizing private hotels, lodges, and residences, supported by local individuals for lodging, food, and transport. Authorities are recommending increased vigilance, particularly…
In a move to bolster its naval power, India is planning to induct nine new modern diesel-electric submarines into its fleet. Discussions are ongoing to finalize the prices before seeking approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS). The construction of these submarines will be undertaken at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited. India’s existing submarine fleet includes six Scorpene-class submarines, acquired through a 2005 agreement with France’s Naval Group under Project-75. These submarines are considered among the most advanced attack submarines in the world, equipped to launch torpedoes and anti-ship missiles while remaining undetected by adversaries. The Indian Navy is also…
The ongoing heavy rainfall in Odisha has exposed critical flaws in the state’s healthcare system. The Patnagarh government hospital in Balangir district experienced severe flooding, with rainwater penetrating into wards and patient rooms. This resulted in significant difficulties for patients and their families, as water reached their beds. The flooding at the hospital underscores administrative failures. Visual evidence, including photographs and videos, clearly demonstrates the severity of the flooding and its impact on hospital operations. A complete failure of the drainage system is evident, as a lack of timely drain maintenance led to water accumulation inside the hospital premises. Adding…
Donald Trump, the former U.S. President, has expressed his disappointment with Russian President Vladimir Putin concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump, who has engaged in multiple attempts to end the war, including meetings with both Zelenskyy and Putin, shared his sentiments during a recent interview. He has also previously voiced concerns about the casualties resulting from the war. Despite these efforts, the war continues. Trump stated that he is greatly disappointed in Putin regarding the situation in Ukraine. He mentioned his disappointment in the lack of a peace agreement after their meeting in Alaska. He indicated that their relationship…
The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), the economic arm of the RSS, has appealed to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to reconsider the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on plastic waste and the bidi industry ahead of the GST Council meeting. The SJM believes that the current high GST rates on bidi and plastic waste are negatively impacting employment within these sectors. The SJM is specifically requesting that the GST on both plastic waste and the bidi industry be capped at 5 percent. In a letter addressed to the Finance Minister, the SJM argued that lowering the existing GST rates—18 percent on…
The US-India trade relationship is strained, largely due to the imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration. Strategic analyst Ashley J. Tellis indicated that President Trump perceives a lack of acknowledgment for his efforts in the India-Pakistan conflict of May 2025, contributing to the current friction. Tellis suggested in an interview that Trump’s resentment might be stemming from a perceived lack of recognition for resolving the India-Pakistan dispute. The US imposed a 25% tariff on India in July, followed by a 25% secondary tariff on Indian oil imports and a 50% tariff on Indian goods from August 27. These measures…
‘Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra,’ produced by Wayfarer Films, is making waves in the box office, enjoying success in both Malayalam and Hindi-speaking areas. Kalyani Priyadarshan stars in the lead role, and the film has garnered praise. However, the film’s creators have had to issue a public apology due to a contentious dialogue. The controversy stems from a dialogue that has been interpreted as making derogatory remarks about girls from Bangalore. The character Sandy expresses his unwillingness to marry a girl from Bangalore, claiming that they are all ‘characterless.’ This statement has caused anger among viewers. The filmmakers have apologized for…
MS Dhoni, known for his calm demeanor on the cricket field, displayed a rare moment of anger during a 2014 Champions League Twenty20 (CLT20) match, as recalled by former CSK player Mohit Sharma. The incident involved a misunderstanding during a bowling change. Mohit recounted that he began his run-up, assuming he was the bowler Dhoni had signaled, only to be corrected by the captain. Despite the umpire’s decision that he must bowl the over, Dhoni expressed his displeasure. Mohit described the captain’s strong reaction, which contrasted sharply with Dhoni’s usual composed nature. The situation took an interesting turn as Mohit…