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The devastating impact of flash floods triggered by cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh has resulted in a tragic increase in the death toll to 13, following the recovery of four additional bodies from the Mandi and Shimla districts on Sunday. The catastrophic events unfolded on the night of July 31, affecting multiple areas, including Kullu's Nirmand, Sainj, and Malana, Mandi's Padhar, and Shimla's Rampur subdivision.
Keerthy Suresh, one of the leading actresses in South Indian cinema, has earned acclaim with her standout performances in films like *Mahanati* and *Dasara*. Her portrayal in *Dasara* recently won her a Filmfare Award, further solidifying her reputation as a top talent in the industry.
Novak Djokovic's pursuit of an Olympic gold medal has reached its zenith as he prepares to face Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s singles final at the Paris Olympics. Djokovic, ranked No. 2 in the world and a 24-time Grand Slam champion, stands on the brink of completing a career Golden Slam with a victory in Paris. This gold medal would complete his collection of all four Grand Slam titles and Olympic gold.
As Bollywood gears up for a blockbuster season this August, the industry is abuzz with high-profile releases timed to capitalize on the holiday period. The month kicks off with Independence Day on August 15, followed closely by Parsi New Year on August 16. This festive atmosphere is ideal for major film releases, with the subsequent weekend of August 17-18 offering another prime opportunity for families to flock to theaters.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has released a significant report revealing that despite substantial evidence of the negative impact of excessive smartphone use on student performance, less than 25% of countries have implemented bans on mobile devices in schools. The Global Education Monitoring (GEM) report underscores the need for a balanced approach to technology in education, emphasizing its potential benefits and drawbacks.
Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Jiban Krishna Saha for questioning regarding the ongoing investigation into the West Bengal teacher recruitment scam.
Natural Star Nani's film *Dasara* achieved remarkable success at the FilmFare Awards, winning a total of six prestigious awards. This recognition highlights the film's excellence
As part of it, 10 gates were lifted by 20 feet, and 4,50,064 lakh cusecs of water were released downstream.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted light to moderate rains in several districts of Telangana for the next 24 hours.
The Nazul Property Act, recently introduced in the UP assembly, has been shelved for now but could be revisited with amendments if CM Yogi Adityanath has his way.
