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Bhagyarajs genius effortlessly melded comedy and crisis

The fact that Bhagyaraj brought down the hero from a pedestal a bespectacled, skinny youngster not afraid of being vulnerable, poor, or self-dep

Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test postponed day before exam after suspicion of paper leak

Case registered, probe on, Opposition demands inquiry

YSRCP leaders visit to Amaravati villages blocked by farmers, scuffle breaks out

The leaders had gone under the CRDA Rythu Parirakshana Committee banner; farmers said they had no right to visit, and a constable was reportedly

Kerala KEAM results: Roshan Raju tops engineering, Vinayak Narayan bags first rank in pharmacy

Higher Education Minister Roji M. John declared the results in Kochi

UCC is a Communal Agenda, Muslim Personal Law Should Remain: Sougata Roy

Kolkata, June 27: Sougata Roy, a Member of Parliament from the Trinamool Congress, has labeled the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) as a misleading agend

Pakistan emerged as peacemaker after mediating Iran-U.S. deal: Shehbaz Sharif

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan was navigating conflicts and multi-faceted security challenges, marked by a dangerous combinatio

Pune trekker murder: Police summon Siya Goyal's parents, brother for questioning

Siya's parents Pravin and Puja Goyal and brother Sahil arrived at the police station in the morning

Maharashtra TET 2026 Exam Postponed Amid Paper Leak Concerns

Pune, June 27: The Maharashtra State Examination Council has postponed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026, originally scheduled for June 28,

US Open Badminton: Srikanth, Devika, and Raunak Advance to Semifinals

Fullerton, June 27: Thailand Masters champion Devika Sihag has secured her spot in the semifinals of the US Open by defeating Japans third seed,

K. Bhagyaraj (1953-2026)

A look at Bhagyarajs impact on Tamil cinema

Delhi Police arrests two operatives of gangster Goldy Dhillon

The accused, Jatin Bhardwaj alias Nannu (28) and Sukhwinder Singh alias Bagga (28), are residents of Rajpura in Punjab

Rajasthan Launches Awareness Rally Ahead of National Pulse Polio Campaign

Shekhawati, June 27: An awareness rally was held in Shekhawati on Sunday, marking the lead-up to the National Pulse Polio Campaign. The initiativ

Student ID cards will not carry caste details, clarifies Tamil Nadu Minister Sengottaiyan

Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management K.A. Sengottaiyan had said the State government would issue identity cards containing details such a

'Trump, PM Modi Couldn't Be Closer': Top US Diplomat On Ties With India

The Trump administration holds PM Modi in high regard, and India is seen as the US's closest strategic partners, said Marco Rubio.

Simple and straightforward approach key against Australia, says Shafali Verma

Shafali Verma emphasizes simplicity for India's crucial Women's T20 World Cup clash against Australia. Having recently defeated the formidable Au

Andhra Pradesh Pulse Polio drive from June 28 to cover 49.2 lakh children

Drops will be given at 29,873 booths on June 28, with house-to-house visits on June 29 and 30 to cover children missed at the booths

Sagar Adani Calls For Faster Electrification To Boost Energy Security, Growth

Speaking at the inaugural Adani Green Energy Dialogue, Sagar Adani said that energy security, affordability and sustainability are among the defi

Shesh Paul Vaid Welcomes Marco Rubios Remarks on Indias Economic Stability

Jammu, June 27: Former Director General of Police Shesh Paul Vaid has expressed support for U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubios commendation of

Footpath Encroachment Removal Drive Underway Across Cyberabad

Encroachments by unauthorized food stalls, vendors, and other temporary structures on public footpaths are being cleared to improve pedestrian mo

Indonesian police arrest dozens in anti-government protest

Surabaya police chief Luthfie Sulistiawan told reporters late on June 26, that officers had taken firm actions to push back protesters after some

52 Indian pilgrims stranded in Kathmandu during Kailash Mansarovar yatra; NCP (SP) urges MEA, embassies to intervene

Fifty-two Indian pilgrims bound for Kailash Mansarovar are stranded in Kathmandu, prompting NCP MP Supriya Sule to urge the External Affairs Mini

In pictures: K Bhagyaraj, the master storyteller

K Bhagyaraj, writer, director, and actor, redefined Tamil cinema through the 1980s with his razor-sharp screenplays and deeply relatable middle-c

TGNPDCL Implements Comprehensive Digital Dashboard System

The dashboard platform enables real-time monitoring of key performance indicators across various wings including Operations, Finance, Human Resou

U.S. Visa System Changes Not Targeting India, Says Ambassador Sergio Gore

Washington, June 27: U.S. Ambassador to India, Sergio Gore, has sought to reassure Indians regarding the Trump administrations immigration polici

K. Bhagyaraj: Tamil cinemas master of screenplay and storytelling

The success formula of Bhagyarajs early hit movies was fundamentally simple. His films were structured around personal or situational conflicts a

Beyond the fairytale: Nayab Midhas Rajkumari comes to Bengaluru

Delhi-based Nayab Midha brings Rajkumari, her spoken word show to Bengaluru, on June 28

Haiwaan: Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khans thriller gets release date

Directed by Priyadarshan, the film reunites Akshay and Saif after 18 years

Best Italian Proverb of the Day: Either eat this soup or jump out the window. A life lesson on accepting reality

Best Italian Proverb of the Day: An old Italian proverb, O mangi questa minestra o salti dalla finestra, humorously advises accepting reality whe

All set for administering polio drops on Sunday

Drops will be given to children under five at 1,623 booths across the district from June 28 to July 1, with door-to-door visits on June 29 and 30

13 Hotels, 1 Coaching Centre Sealed Amid Fire Safety Crackdown In Ahmedabad

In cases where safety protocols were completely ignored, fire authorities took action by sealing 13 hotels and one prominent coaching institute t

Accelerating Electrification Key for Energy Security: Sagar Adani

London, June 27: Sagar Adani, Executive Director of Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), emphasized the urgent need to accelerate electrification t

South Korea Reports Incursion of Chinese and Russian Military Aircraft

Seoul, June 27: South Koreas military announced on Saturday that approximately ten Chinese and Russian military aircraft briefly entered the Kore

59 Years, Four Generations Later, Supreme Court Settles Land Dispute

The Supreme Court decided a seven-decade-old dispute over 15.5 bighas in a village of Haridwar.

KMC Commissioner expresses ire over supervision teams of Anna Canteens

On a surprise visit, the Commissioner found three of the seven staff present and warned that he would complain to the Anna Canteen CEO if it cont

FEMA rules revision: Exporters flag at least half-a-dozen worries

Indian exporters are urging the Reserve Bank of India to reconsider revised FEMA regulations, citing potential disruptions to trade and liquidity

Investigation Continues in Ketan Agarwal Murder Case Involving Siya Goyals Family

Pune, June 27: The investigation into the murder of 26-year-old real estate businessman Ketan Agarwal continues as police interrogate the family

South Africa protest: Migrants scramble a way out

CCTV Camera Covered, Cash Hidden In Toilet: Inside Story Of Ram Temple Theft

Fresh details have emerged on how the counting staff dug into the hundis without being noticed and made away with a fortune that belonged to Ram

My father stayed underground for 19 months during Emergency, recalls P.V.N. Madhav

The State BJP chief recalled his fathers 19 months underground during the Emergency, at the fourth memorial lecture on his 92nd birth anniversary

India's Gaza policy balanced, Congress doing vote bank politics: BJP

The BJP has countered Sonia Gandhi's criticism of the government's Gaza policy, accusing the Congress of misinformation and vote bank politics. T

Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test Postponed After Paper Leak Day Before Exam

Maharashtra TET 2026: Sources said the Education Department will soon issue a press note detailing the incident. The department is also expected

Lashkar Terrorists Attend Shoaib Akhtar's Brother's Funeral, Shows Video

Those who attended Shahid Akhtar's funeral included the leadership of the terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba's political wing.

'When is PM Mann Ki Baat on this?' Priyank Kharge on Ram Mandir funds row

Pinarayi Vijayan Mourns Demise of Filmmaker Bhagyaraj

Vijayan said Bhagyaraj was admired not only by Tamil audiences but also by film lovers in Kerala through his acclaimed works.

Cricket Angle In Pune Fort Murder Case As Siya Goyal's Brother Makes New Revelations

Siya Goyal is accused of pushing her fiance, Ketan Agarwal, to his death from a cliff at Lohagad Fort, with help from her lover Chetan Chaudhary.

Madhuri Dixit Remembers Her Mother Snehalata on Birthday Anniversary

Mumbai, June 27: Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit fondly remembered her mother, Snehalata Dixit, on her birthday anniversary. She expressed that n

Supreme Court: Plea seeks national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public occupancy premises

A Supreme Court plea urges the Centre and states to establish a national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public places like schools,

Venkatesh's Hits Sundarakanda, Abbaigaru Adapted From K Bhagyaraj Films

Despite his deep influence, Bhagyaraj frequently shared in interviews that one of his unfulfilled career dreams was to write and direct a full-le

Explained: China, Bangladesh in talks over Teesta project

China has harvested its major rivers for power generation and irrigation, and is considered a major dam builder among the world powers

Parties seen as key to driving global governance, modernization

Parties seen as key to driving global governance, modernization

JPMorgan Once Had Two Women In Its CEO Succession Race, Now There's None

JPMorgan's Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Piepszak pulled herself out of contention last year, while Marianne Lake, the head of its consumer ba

Congress MP Manoj Kumar Demands Accountability Over Ram Temple Donations

New Delhi, June 27: Congress MP Manoj Kumar has raised pointed questions regarding the Ram Temple donation issue, targeting the government and re

K. Bhagyaraj passes away: 5 essential films of the master writer-director

To pay tribute to the legendary writer-director who breathed his last today, we list five of his most essential films

Who Is Prabhjeet Singh, Uber Veteran Set To Lead OpenAI's India Push

Sam Altman-led OpenAI on Friday named Singh as its Managing Director for India, making him the company's top executive in the country as it deepe

Cremation business controversy erupts after Isha Foundation modernised Asias largest crematorium in Patna: Read what the organisation told OpIndia about the project

The organisation said it has been managing crematoriums in partnership with the Tamil Nadu government for nearly 15 years.

Seoul says Chinese, Russian military aircraft enter its air defence zone

The Joint Chiefs of Staff in Seoul said the Chinese and Russian aircraft had entered and then left the Korea Air Defence Identification Zone over

KEAM Rank List 2026 Likely Today: Check official website, direct link, download steps and latest CEE Kerala update

KEAM Rank List 2026: Kerala's Commissioner for Entrance Examinations is set to release the KEAM Rank List 2026 today, enabling candidates to down

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran's Taremi criticises logistical issues, suggests side not welcome in U.S.

Who wants to help us? Who? If they want us to be out OK, let's [be] out, let's get out; But that's not fair, says Iran captain Mehdi Taremi

Subhash Ghai Reflects on Rishi Kapoors Struggles After Karz Flopped 46 Years Ago

Mumbai, June 27: Filmmaker Subhash Ghai recently reminisced about the film Karz as it marks its 46th anniversary. Released in June 1980, this fil

Trump unveils passport design for U. S. 250th anniversary

Coast Guard commissions ICGS Akshay, 4th Adamya-class FPV built by Goa Shipyard

The Indian Coast Guard has bolstered its maritime security with the commissioning of ICGS Akshay, a new-generation fast patrol vessel built by Go

US Seizes Nearly 400 Websites That Were Illegally Streaming World Cup : DOJ

The domains were identified with the assistance of soccer governing body FIFA and others, including NBC Universal and Warner Brothers.

Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi, India's first driver-owned ride-hailing platform

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated 'Bharat Taxi', India's inaugural driver-owned ride-hailing platform, in Gujarat. Launched across 14 cit

Piyush Goyal Highlights Indias Manufacturing Ecosystem and Opportunities in London

London, June 27: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized Indias robust manufacturing ecosystem and the vast opportunities ac

UN rights chief calls for investigations into U.S. deaths in immigration custody

The U.S. Department of Homeland Securitys inspector general is examining deaths of people in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody fro

Ashok Gehlot questions elusive justice in Kanhaiya Lal murder case, says BJP used issue for elections

The Congress leader stated that despite the NIA investigating and a special court hearing the case, there has been no significant progress under

Venezuela Earthquake: Survivors sleep in cars and under trees as they question where theyll live after the earthquakes

Thousands of Venezuelans left suddenly homeless have since poured into parks, plazas and even the shoulders of blocked highways, looking for a pl

'BJP used Kanhaiya Lal murder for votes': Ashok Gehlot says justice still elusive four years later

Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot criticizes the BJP, alleging justice is delayed in the Kanhaiya Lal murder case despite a four-year lapse. He cl

Sonia Slams Modi Govt's Stony Silence on Gaza Genocide

India is slipping further into Israel's strategic orbit, at a time when the world is increasingly pivoting away from it, Gandhi said

In Seattle, LGBTQ and World Cup are feted except by Iran, Egypt

We're very inclusive; we are proud of our diversity, our inclusion, and we want everyone who comes here, to know that this is a month where we ce

Trump Expected to Visit India in Early 2027: Marco Rubio

Washington, June 27: U.S. President Donald Trump is likely to visit India next year. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Trump adminis

Trump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services

Trump said the new tax would supersede any previously negotiated trade deals

Netanyahu says Israel to remain in south Lebanon until Hezbollah disarms

The most important thing is, first of all, that Israel remains in the security zone in southern Lebanon. This is a major achievement, and we will

Politics: where the versatile Bhagyaraj could not make a dent

Actor-director K. Bhagyaraj passed away following a heart attack on Saturday; known for his versatility in the film world, Mr. Bhagyaraj, however

Psychology explains why we stay addicted to social media longer than we intend

Ever wonder why a quick social media check turns into hours? It's not just weak willpower. Platforms are designed to hook you with unpredictable

U.S. allows limited access to Anthropics Mythos AI model

Access to Mythos 5 had been blocked by U.S. authorities due to concerns about national security

Kerala Story: Muslim Woman Performs Last Rites for ex-RSS Hindu Man

No close relatives came. I performed Narayanettan's last rites as a daughter. Humanity is above religion and politics, District Panchayat Member

Veteran Tamil filmmaker K Bhagyaraj dies at 73

K. Bhagyaraj, Veteran Tamil actor, director, and screenwriter, revered as the 'King of Screenplay,' has passed away in Chennai at 73 following a

Indian Army Opens Study Hub and Skill Development Center in Kupwara

Kupwara, June 27: The Indian Army has inaugurated a Study Hub and Skill Development Center in Machil, Kupwara district. This center offers facili

Motorola launches Moto Pad 70 Pro with bundled Moto Pen Pro

Moto Pad 70 Pro has a 6.2mm profile and claims a weight of around 589 grams. It also features quad JBL speakers supported by Dolby Atmos

Megastar Chiranjeevi Expresses Shock Over Demise of K. Bhagyaraj

Actor recalls recent meeting, says loss of legendary filmmaker is hard to believe

Iran Guards say targeted U.S. sites in response to strikes: state TV

The U.S. military had earlier announced that it had struck targets in Iran in response to an attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormu

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays unreal shots, his batting is unbelievable: Dilip Vengsarkar

Former captain Dilip Vengsarkar has hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as an unbelievable talent with immense potential, drawing parallels t

Devika Sihag, Rounak Chouhan, K. Srikanth seal semifinal berths in US Open badminton

Fragments fall after an aircraft hits Beijings tallest building.

How iron deficiency in pre-adolescent children can affect learning

In neurology terms, iron is the basic building block of a healthy and functioning brain. An iron-deficient child may be unable to process informa

Suspected Leopard Pug Marks Found Near School at RGIA

Following information received from locals, the forest department officials swung into action to examine the pug marks

Adani Ports Achieves Strong ESG Score, Reinforcing Leadership in Ports and Logistics Sector

Ahmedabad, June 27: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) has received an impressive ESG score of 84.3 from CareEdge ESG Ratings,

TN CM Vijay Condoles K Bhagyarajs Demise, Announces State Honors

Through films that reflect unique storytelling, humor-infused performances, and the profound emotions of rural life and family relationships, Bha

UN Special Rapporteur found to be under Chinas payroll: Read how OpIndia had flagged his anti-India bias and Islamic appeasement tendencies after the Pahalgam attack

A recent report of the UN Watch has accused the United Nations Special Rapporteur on counterterrorism, Ben Saul, of ideological bias and conflict