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Music Director Deva, Pioneer of Chennai Gaana, Passes Away

Deva, a renowned Tamil music director known for popularizing the gaana genre in mainstream cinema, passed away at age 75. Rising to fame in the 1990s alongside contemporaries like Ilaiyaraaja and A.R. Rahman, Deva carved a unique musical identity with hits like Vaigasi Poranthachu (1989). His earthy style bridged traditional and modern Tamil film music.

Hindu Entertainment··Chennai

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Emirates Flight from Delhi to Dubai Delayed Due to Bird Strike

Emirates flight EK 517, scheduled to depart Delhi for Dubai at 4:25 pm, was delayed after a bird strike incident. Bird strikes occur when birds collide with aircraft during flight, takeoff, or landing, potentially damaging engines or windshields and causing delays or emergency landings. Further details on the incident are awaited, according to ANI.

Hindustan Times··Delhi

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Yuzvendra Chahal Comments on Rs 18 Crore IPL Salary Controversy

Yuzvendra Chahal became the highest-paid spinner in IPL history after Punjab Kings bought him for Rs 18 crore in the 2025 auction, a 177% increase from his previous Rs 6.5 crore salary with Rajasthan Royals. On 'Baith & Bol with Aakash Chopra,' Chahal said people question big salaries for Indian players but not for overseas players. He emphasized his 15-year career and record as highest wicket-taker justify his pay.

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Victim's Father Questions CBI Accountability After Ex-Principal's Bail

After former principal Sandeep Ghosh of RG Kar Medical College received bail from the Supreme Court in a financial irregularity case, the victim's father questioned the accountability of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The case gained national attention following a rape and murder incident involving a female doctor in August 2024. The father expressed concerns over CBI's credibility and stressed the need for the agency to be held responsible, while acknowledging its independent status.

Amar Ujala··Kolkata

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Punjab's Drug War Sabotaged by Chemists Selling Banned Pills

The murder of activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa highlights that some chemists are openly selling banned, controlled, and habit-forming pills despite health department oversight. This undermines Punjab's efforts to combat drug abuse, revealing internal sabotage within the state's drug enforcement framework.

NDTV··Mansa

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Suriya Advises Students to Focus on Studies, Not Social Media Reels

At the 47th anniversary of the Sivakumar Educational Trust in Chennai, actor Suriya urged students to prioritize their studies over social media reels. Drawing from his experience, he emphasized hard work, consistency, and resilience. Comparing life to filmmaking, he said setbacks are like multiple takes, encouraging students to keep trying. He warned that watching reels only shows stories, not real learning.

NDTV Movies··Chennai

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