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72nd National Film Awards: Kartik Aaryan, Mammootty bag Best Actor, Yami Gautam announced as Best Actress

72nd National Film Awards Winners: Srikanth Wins Best Hindi Feature Film, Yami Gautam Gets Best Actress, Kartik Aaryan Is Best Actor

The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced on Saturday for films certified by CBFC during 2024. Article 370 emerged as the top winner with Best Feature Film and Best Actress for Yami Gautam. Rajkumar Periasamy won Best Direction for Amaran, while Kalki 2898 AD received the wholesome entertainment award.

Jul 18, 2026

Former PM Deve Gowda's wife Chennamma passes away at 85

Members of the Deve Gowda family indicated that a decision is likely to be taken to conduct the funeral rites in Hassan, the former Prime Minister's home district.

Jul 18, 2026

Rupee Gains 4 Paise as Weaker Dollar Offsets Global Market Jitters

Rupee Ends Three-Day Losing Streak, Opens Higher at 96.31 Against US Dollar

The Indian rupee snapped its three-day losing streak, opening at 4 paise stronger at 96.31 against the US dollar, supported by a weaker greenback after softer US inflation data pushed the dollar index to a one-month low.

Jul 17, 2026

West Bengal Tragedy: 2 Students Killed, 5 Injured After Train Rams School Bus In Murshidabad

Two students were killed and five others seriously injured after a passenger train collided with a school van at a level crossing in West Bengal's Murshidabad on Friday. Authorities shifted the injured to hospital and launched an investigation, including allegations of negligence by the railway gateman

Jul 17, 2026

US intercepts three commercial vessels attempting to breach Iran naval blockade: CENTCOM

The US has resumed blocking maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports, while stating that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for compliant vessels. The developments come as US military operations against Iran continue, with fresh strikes targeting Iranian military

Jul 17, 2026

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Results Declared; Aryan Gupta, Panshul Bansal Top with 715 Marks

NEET UG 2026 result declared: See toppers, qualifying statistics and how to check scorecard

The National Testing Agency (NTA) declared the NEET UG 2026 results on Thursday night, hours after releasing the final answer key for the re-examination.The NEET re-exam was held on June 21, 2026 in a single shift- from 2 pm to 5.15 pm after the cancellation of the May 3 examination

Jul 17, 2026

Monsoon Session: Judiciary, taxation and MSMEs in focus as Rajya Sabha prepares for new Bills

Monsoon Session 2026: Rajya Sabha to Introduce Supreme Court, Income Tax and MSME Reform Bills

The Rajya Sabha's Monsoon Session, beginning July 20, will focus on judicial reforms, taxation, and MSME development, with five new Bills slated for introduction. Key proposals include increasing the Supreme Court's sanctioned strength from 33 to 37 judges.

Jul 16, 2026

Sonakshi Sinha, Samay Raina and Shweta Tiwari support Sonam Wangchuk; Delhi HC orders daily medical monitoring

Reacting to Sonam Wangchuk's 19-day hunger strike, actress Sonakshi Sinha posted a video on Instagram expressing concern over the continued silence. She said Wangchuk was fighting for future generations and a better system, insisting she was speaking out for the country's welfare

Jul 16, 2026

Devotee Dies Of Suffocation During Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra In Puri; Over 100 Injured, 52 Rescued

A devotee died after falling during a sudden crowd surge at the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri and suffering severe suffocation. Over 120 pilgrims were injured, while many faced breathing difficulties due to heavy congestion

Jul 16, 2026

'Make Sonam Wangchuk education minister': Arvind Kejriwal joins Jantar Mantar protest, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Arvind Kejriwal made the remarks on Thursday while visiting Sonam Wangchuk at Jantar Mantar, where the latter is leading a protest over alleged irregularities in national examinations, particularly the NEET medical entrance test.

Jul 16, 2026

Jr NTR Not Entering Politics? Team Clarifies Rumours Ahead of July 18 Tirupati Event

Speculation over Jr NTR's political entry resurfaced after reports claimed he would make a major announcement at a July 18 event in Tirupati. However, his team clarified that the programme is part of the #OoruVaada social initiative and has no political connection.

Jul 15, 2026

Singapore High Court Rejects Byju Raveendran's Plea to Overturn Six-Month Jail Sentence

Singapore's High Court has rejected Byju's founder Byju Raveendran's plea to overturn a six-month jail sentence for contempt of court. The ruling prevents him from returning to Singapore without serving the sentence.

Jul 14, 2026

Migrant worker killed, 4 injured in boiler explosion in TN's Gummidipoondi steel plant

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion, including possible technical faults or safety violations. The incident has once again raised concerns over industrial safety in the district following a recent ammonia gas leak tragedy.

Jul 14, 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's Jana Nayagan To Release Uncut In UK On July 24, Distributor Shares Update

The phrases "uncut" and "exactly as it was meant to be seen" caught the attention of fans online. Many celebrated the announcement by sharing GIFs of Vijay, while others expressed hope that the uncut version would eventually be made available on OTT platforms as well

Jul 13, 2026

Chandrababu Naidu Visits Pawan Kalyan in Mumbai Hospital After Successful Shoulder Surgery

The three-and-a-half-hour operation was performed to treat a severe rotator cuff injury, with doctors also discovering and treating an additional shoulder fracture during the procedure.

Jul 12, 2026

'Women Are Called Devi, Shakti...': Kangana Ranaut Supports UP Governor Anandiben Patel's 'Expert Mother First, Then IAS Officer' Remark

Kangana said nurturing is an innate quality in women and described them as symbols of strength and care, adding that women are revered as "Devi", "Shakti", and "Annapurna". Her remarks come amid an ongoing debate over the Governor's statement on motherhood and women's professional aspirations.

Jul 12, 2026

Vietnam Boat Tragedy: Repatriation of Victims Underway as Video Shows Passengers Holding Life Jackets Before Capsizing

A video from Vietnam's Phu Quoc boat tragedy allegedly shows passengers holding life jackets instead of wearing them before the speedboat capsized, killing 15 Indian tourists. Authorities are investigating the accident, while survivors are receiving treatment.

Jul 12, 2026

Five Amarnath Pilgrims Injured In Highway Accident, Woman Critical

Officials said all the injured were immediately shifted for medical treatment. One woman sustained critical injuries and was referred to Government Medical College (GMC), Jammu, for specialized treatment, while the remaining four pilgrims also received medical care.

Jul 10, 2026

High alcohol-containing formulations to require licenses, prescription: Govt

Under the new rules, medicines containing more than 12% v/v ethyl alcohol in packs larger than 30 mL will no longer be exempt from licensing requirements and will be classified under Schedule H1.

Jul 10, 2026

Dhamaal 4 Movie Review: Ajay Devgn Leads a Chaotic, Hilarious Treasure Hunt | 4 Stars

Packed with situational comedy, jungle adventures, pirate encounters and fast-paced humour, the film earns a 4-star rating and is recommended as a wholesome big-screen watch for audiences of all ages.

Jul 10, 2026

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Articles by Meera Nair

72nd National Film Awards Winners: Srikanth Wins Best Hindi Feature Film, Yami Gautam Gets Best Actress, Kartik Aaryan Is Best Actor

Former PM Deve Gowda's wife Chennamma passes away at 85

Rupee Ends Three-Day Losing Streak, Opens Higher at 96.31 Against US Dollar

West Bengal Tragedy: 2 Students Killed, 5 Injured After Train Rams School Bus In Murshidabad

US intercepts three commercial vessels attempting to breach Iran naval blockade: CENTCOM

NEET UG 2026 result declared: See toppers, qualifying statistics and how to check scorecard

Monsoon Session 2026: Rajya Sabha to Introduce Supreme Court, Income Tax and MSME Reform Bills

Sonakshi Sinha, Samay Raina and Shweta Tiwari support Sonam Wangchuk; Delhi HC orders daily medical monitoring

Devotee Dies Of Suffocation During Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra In Puri; Over 100 Injured, 52 Rescued

'Make Sonam Wangchuk education minister': Arvind Kejriwal joins Jantar Mantar protest, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Jr NTR Not Entering Politics? Team Clarifies Rumours Ahead of July 18 Tirupati Event

Singapore High Court Rejects Byju Raveendran's Plea to Overturn Six-Month Jail Sentence

Migrant worker killed, 4 injured in boiler explosion in TN's Gummidipoondi steel plant

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's Jana Nayagan To Release Uncut In UK On July 24, Distributor Shares Update

Chandrababu Naidu Visits Pawan Kalyan in Mumbai Hospital After Successful Shoulder Surgery

'Women Are Called Devi, Shakti...': Kangana Ranaut Supports UP Governor Anandiben Patel's 'Expert Mother First, Then IAS Officer' Remark

Vietnam Boat Tragedy: Repatriation of Victims Underway as Video Shows Passengers Holding Life Jackets Before Capsizing

Five Amarnath Pilgrims Injured In Highway Accident, Woman Critical

High alcohol-containing formulations to require licenses, prescription: Govt

Dhamaal 4 Movie Review: Ajay Devgn Leads a Chaotic, Hilarious Treasure Hunt | 4 Stars

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'