Death
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Jamuna Rani, legendary playback singer, dies at 88 due to age-related illness in Bengaluru
Entertainment | Jul 31, 2026, 06:54 PM ISTVeteran playback singer Jamuna Rani, known for lending her voice to more than 6,000 songs across multiple languages, has died at the age of 88 in Bengaluru.
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Second-year student dies by suicide at IIT Bombay, investigation underway by Mumbai Police
Maharashtra | Jul 29, 2026, 12:09 PM ISTSeveral students alleged that the death was a case of suicide. However, the institute has not officially confirmed the cause of death as the investigation is underway.
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Man throws dead dog into river, viral video sparks debate over pet's final farewell
offbeat | Jul 28, 2026, 09:52 PM ISTA viral video of a man throwing the body of his rescue dog into a river after it died has triggered an emotional debate online. While many sympathised with his grief, others said pets deserve a dignified burial or cremation and highlighted the environmental impact of such practices.
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Plas Johnson, legendary saxophonist behind the iconic The Pink Panther theme, dies at 94
Entertainment | Jul 24, 2026, 08:58 PM ISTLegendary saxophonist Plas Johnson, the man behind the famous Pink Panther theme song, has died at 94. Tributes have poured in for the musician across social media.
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Who was Kaylee Hottle? Deaf-mute actress known for playing Jia in 'Godzilla vs Kong' dies at 18
Hollywood | Jul 22, 2026, 09:30 AM ISTKaylee Hottle, best known for playing Jia in Godzilla vs Kong, has died in a car accident at the age of 18. Here's a look at the young deaf actress's journey, her breakthrough role in the MonsterVerse films, and the legacy she leaves behind.
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Tripura DGP Anurag Dhankar found dead inside Police Headquarters, suicide suspected
Tripura | Jul 20, 2026, 11:59 PM ISTTripura DGP Anurag Dhankar was found dead inside his office at the Police Headquarters in Agartala. Police have launched an investigation, while the exact cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem examination.
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Ramachandra Gowda, former Karnataka minister, dies at 88 in private hospital in Bengaluru
Karnataka | Jul 14, 2026, 10:55 AM ISTRamachandra Gowda's final rites will be conducted at his private property in Kamakshipalya, where family members, political leaders, supporters and well-wishers are expected to pay their last respects.
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Not just Jurassic Park, Sam Neill played one of Peaky Blinders' most memorable villains
Hollywood | Jul 13, 2026, 07:28 PM ISTWhile Sam Neill is widely remembered for his role as Dr Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, the late actor also delivered a standout performance in Peaky Blinders. He played the ruthless Major Chester Campbell, one of the show's most memorable villains.
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Sam Neill's breakthrough role was in Jurassic Park, but did you know he wasn't the first choice?
Hollywood | Jul 13, 2026, 03:37 PM ISTVeteran actor Sam Neill, best known for the Jurassic Park franchise, has died at 78 in Sydney. While his breakthrough role was as Dr Alan Grant in the 1993 film Jurassic Park, not many know that the role was first offered to Harrison Ford.
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Sunila, wife of music legend Pyarelal Sharma, dies at 78; funeral held in Mumbai
Entertainment | Jul 13, 2026, 01:48 PM ISTWife of renowned music director Pyarelal Sharma, Sunila Sharma breathed her last at the ripe age of 78 on July 12, 2026.
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Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill dies at 78, family says actor remained cancer-free
Hollywood | Jul 13, 2026, 03:40 PM ISTVeteran actor Sam Neill, best known for the Jurassic Park franchise, has died at the age of 78 in Sydney. His family said his death was sudden and unexpected, adding that he had remained cancer free after undergoing treatment for aggressive non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Malayalam actor SI Rajasekharan passes away at 74, Mammootty pays last respects
Regional Cinema | Jul 13, 2026, 11:29 AM ISTThe well-known Malayalam film artist SI Rajasekharan who had played notable characters of police officers in films has died at the age of 74 in his home town of Kottayam.
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Wai Ching Ho, known for playing Madame Gao in Daredevil, dies at 82; Peter Shinkoda pays tribute
Hollywood | Jul 12, 2026, 07:49 PM ISTDaredevil actor Wai Ching Ho, known for playing Madame Gao in the Marvel series, has passed away at 82 on July 12, 2026. Co-star Peter Shinkoda paid a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.
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S Janaki passes away at 88; here's how Kiliye Kiliye goes viral 41 years after its release
Regional Cinema | Jul 12, 2026, 08:49 AM ISTLegendary singer S Janaki passed away at the age of 88. Her fans are in shock following her demise. Meanwhile, here's why the veteran singer suddenly made headlines last year.
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Veteran playback singer S Janaki, the 'Nightingale of South India', dies at 88
Entertainment | Jul 11, 2026, 10:48 PM ISTVeteran playback singer S Janaki, also known as the 'Nightingale of South India', died at the age of 88.
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Angered by POCSO case against him, man kills six people, including wife and kids, in Telangana
Hyderabad | Jul 11, 2026, 11:44 AM ISTAccording to the police, the accused first attacked and killed his wife, Parvathi Saritha (30), and his sons, Parikshit (3) and Daivikshit (2), with a knife at his home. He then went to the house of the 17-year-old girl—the victim in the POCSO case—and killed her mother.
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Bonnie Tyler, veteran singer known for Total Eclipse of the Heart, dies at 75
Hollywood | Jul 10, 2026, 08:10 PM ISTBonnie Tyler, known for her iconic songs ‘Lost in France’ and ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’, died unexpectedly in Portugal at the age of 75. Internet users paid respect to her raspy voice and the veteran’s journey via social media.
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National Award-winning Tamil cinematographer R Chezhiyan dies at 57
Regional Cinema | Jul 10, 2026, 08:07 PM ISTNational Award-winning Tamil cinematographer R Chezhiyan died at 57 after a prolonged illness. Known for his acclaimed work in Tamil cinema, his passing has left the film industry mourning.
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13-year-old girl dies by suicide in Karnataka as teacher fines Rs 20 over incomplete homework
Karnataka | Jul 10, 2026, 01:03 PM ISTThe incident has triggered outrage, with the girl's family accusing the school authorities of harassment and demanding strict action against those responsible.
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After Sonam and Siya, now Sandhya kills husband with toilet cleaner in Hyderabad
India | Jul 07, 2026, 09:08 AM ISTAs per technical evidence and the facts that emerged during police investigation, Sandhya (32) had an illicit affair with one Anil (35). Sandhya and Anil had planned to eliminate Prasanth as they thought he was an obstacle to their affair, police.