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Legendary South Indian Singer S. Janaki Dies at 88
CultureTimes of Indiaindian-express1mo ago2 sources

Legendary South Indian Singer S. Janaki Dies at 88

S. Janaki, the iconic playback singer known as the 'Nightingale of South Indian cinema,' has passed away at the age of 88 due to age-related ailments in Mysuru. Tributes poured in from prominent figures like Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, and Kamal Haasan, honoring her extensive legacy across twenty languages.

India Faces Dual Weather Extremes: Heatwaves and Monsoon Rains
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India Faces Dual Weather Extremes: Heatwaves and Monsoon Rains

India is currently experiencing a stark contrast in weather conditions, with severe heatwaves gripping northwest and central regions. Simultaneously, the monsoon is advancing, bringing warnings of heavy rainfall to South India.

Anubhav Sinha reacts to Taapsee Pannu’s Bollywood vs South cinema remark
CultureTimes of India5mo ago

Anubhav Sinha reacts to Taapsee Pannu’s Bollywood vs South cinema remark

Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha recently addressed actor Taapsee Pannu’s remark about the portrayal of women in films. Speaking to Siddharth Kannan in an interview, the director shared his perspective on the debate around body representation in Bollywood and South Indian cinema. He also spoke about working with Taapsee and his past comment comparing her to Kangana Ranaut.

Regina Cassandra calls out Bollywood double standards over bias
CultureTimes of India6mo ago

Regina Cassandra calls out Bollywood double standards over bias

Actress Regina Cassandra has voiced concerns over Bollywood's double standards, revealing she faced prejudice due to her South Indian roots despite fluency in Hindi and prior film experience. She highlighted how regional identity and gender stereotypes impacted her treatment, calling for equal respect across all Indian film industries and demanding fair opportunities.

Veteran Playback Singer Jamuna Rani Dies at 88
CultureTimes of Indiaindian-express1mo ago2 sources

Veteran Playback Singer Jamuna Rani Dies at 88

Veteran playback singer Jamuna Rani, a legendary figure in South Indian music, has passed away at the age of 88. Her death marks the loss of a significant voice in the industry.

Gold Loans Surge 50% in India
Financeindian-express3mo ago

Gold Loans Surge 50% in India

Gold loans in India have seen a significant 50% year-on-year surge, with five South Indian states collectively accounting for 75% of the total outstanding loan amount. This indicates a growing trend in leveraging gold assets for credit.

Shashi Tharoor Defends Idli in Viral Rasgulla Comparison
CultureTimes of India3mo ago

Shashi Tharoor Defends Idli in Viral Rasgulla Comparison

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor humorously defended the South Indian dish idli after a viral post compared it to rasgulla dipped in sugar syrup. Tharoor explained the distinct culinary and biological differences, calling idli a "culinary engineering marvel."

Feature on Mumbai's Historic Jeevan Boarding House
Cultureindian-express4mo ago

Feature on Mumbai's Historic Jeevan Boarding House

A feature story explores the 64-year-old Jeevan Boarding House in Chembur, Mumbai, a popular eatery known for its affordable South Indian thali. The establishment continues to attract hundreds of patrons daily.

African Dust Wave Brings Muddy Rain to Greece
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African Dust Wave Brings Muddy Rain to Greece

A new wave of African dust is expected to hit Greece, bringing with it muddy rain and raising health concerns. Temperatures are forecast to reach up to 23°C during this period of dust, clouds, and heat.

Recipe for South Indian Beetroot Leaf Dish
CultureThe Guardian1mo ago

Recipe for South Indian Beetroot Leaf Dish

A recipe details how to transform beetroot leaves, often discarded, into a classic South Indian spiced vegetable dish called Poriyal, using simple spices, coconut, and lentils.

Iconic Singer S. Janaki Passes Away at 88
WorldTimes of India1mo ago

Iconic Singer S. Janaki Passes Away at 88

S. Janaki, the iconic Nightingale of South India, has sadly passed away at the age of eighty-eight in Mysuru. Known affectionately as Janaki Amma, she famously rejected the Padma Bhushan in 2013.

Jyotika's Career: Bollywood Rejection, Southern Embrace
Cultureindian-express3mo ago

Jyotika's Career: Bollywood Rejection, Southern Embrace

Actress Jyotika's initial debuts in both Hindi and Tamil cinema reportedly flopped, but she found success and acceptance in the South Indian film industry while being rejected by Bollywood. This article explores her unique career path and regional popularity.

India's Women's Quota Bill Fails to Pass Parliament
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India's Women's Quota Bill Fails to Pass Parliament

A proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at introducing quotas for women in India's parliament failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill's defeat sparked strong reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.