Veteran Tamil actor Delhi Ganesh, known for his versatile roles in over 400 films, died at the age of 80 after suffering from health complications. His family confirmed the news and his final rites will be held on Monday in Chennai. He was best known for his collaborations with Kamal Haasan and his legacy in Tamil cinema will be greatly missed by fans and fellow actors alike.
Veteran Tamil actor Delhi Ganesh, known for his iconic collaborations with Kamal Haasan, passed away at the age of 80. His son confirmed the news on Instagram, stating that the actor had passed away on November 9, 2024. Over his career, Delhi Ganesh appeared in over 400 films, including Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam, and also featured in supporting roles in Bollywood films. He was also an active member of a Delhi-based theatre troupe and served in the Indian Air Force for a decade. Delhi Ganesh was last seen in Kamal Haasan's Indian 2, which was released in July this year.
On the occasion of renowned Indian actor Kamal Haasan's 70th birthday, his daughter Shruti Haasan took to social media to post a heartfelt tribute to her father. The post featured a gym photo of the two of them, showcasing their close bond. Kamal Haasan is known for his versatile acting career and has won numerous accolades and honours. He was last seen in 'Indian 2' and has upcoming projects lined up.
After facing multiple attempts to seek a vote of confidence, Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal's coalition government has finally fallen as he lost the floor test in the House of Representatives. With only 63 lawmakers supporting him, far below the required 138 votes, Speaker Dev Raj Ghimire officially announced the rejection of Dahal's motion for trust. This comes after the withdrawal of support from the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist Leninist) and an agreement between the CPN-UML and the main opposition Nepali Congress to form a new coalition government.
In a major political development, Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' lost a vote of confidence in Parliament after the main opposition party withdrew its support for his government. The motion received 194 votes against it, far surpassing the 138 votes needed for a majority. With the support of the Nepali Congress and CPN-UML, the largest parties in the House, former prime minister K P Sharma Oli is now set to become the next prime minister, ending Prachanda's short stint in office. Follow our newsletter to get the latest updates on this developing story.
Former Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has staked his claim to lead a new majority government under Article 76 (2) of the constitution, with the support of 165 lawmakers including members from his party and the Nepali Congress. Despite backing from fringe parties, Oli's claim is based solely on the support of the UML and Congress members. Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel has called upon members of the House of Representatives to stake their claim for the prime ministerial post, in accordance with Article 76 (2) of the constitution. This comes after Puspa Kamal Dahal failed to secure a vote of confidence during a floor test in the House of Representatives.
In a surprising confession, Kamal Haasan revealed that he didn't want to be a part of the 1996 film Indian, and even tried to hike his fee to back out of it. However, fate intervened and the film became a blockbuster hit. Now, as the duo prepares for the release of Hindustani 2 after 28 years, Haasan shares his earliest memory of director S Shankar and how he urged him to start working on the sequel even before the first part was released. Stay tuned for the much-awaited vigilante actioner, coming to theatres worldwide on July 12.
After a long wait, fans will finally see Kamal Haasan back on the big screen in the much-awaited sequel 'Indian 2.' Adding to the excitement is the portrayal of a strong and charming character by Rakul Preet Singh in the film. With their chemistry already creating buzz, this combination of two talented actors promises an unforgettable cinematic experience. With several other projects in the pipeline for both the stars, fans can't wait for 'Indian 2' to hit the theaters.
At the G7 summit in Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pinned a Victoria Cross, the highest gallantry award, to Sepoy Kamal Ram's chest for his bravery during the Second World War. Over 50,000 Indian soldiers fought in Italy, with six of them receiving the Victoria Cross for their significant role in liberating the country from Benito Mussolini's Fascist regime and Nazi Germany. Kamal Ram, a young volunteer in the British Indian Army, joined the 8th Punjab Regiment and was part of the 8th Infantry Division that was deployed to liberate Italy from the heavily fortified Gustav Line.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other officials, laid the foundation stone of Hindu shrine Shri Kalki Dham in UP's Sambhal district. PM Modi was seen taking part in the puja rituals as part of the foundation stone laying ceremony. In other political news, Congress leader Ashok Chavan joining the BJP and the buzz of Kamal Nath potentially switching to BJP were also in the headlines.