Manika Batra achieved a historic feat on Monday by advancing to the round of 16 in the Olympic Games singles competition, a first for an Indian table tennis player.

Bollywood’s newest action hero Lakshya, known for his smouldering performance in Kill, is all set to make his mark at the 15th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). Held in Australia from August 15, the festival will see Lakshya join a galaxy of stars, including Telugu superstar Ram Charan, maestro AR Rahman, and renowned filmmakers like Karan Johar, Rajkumar Hirani, and Imtiaz Ali.

Hot off the headlines for his electrifying performance in Kill, Lakshya has quickly become a fan favourite. His dynamic presence and powerful acting have earned him an invitation to this prestigious event. At the IFFM, Lakshya will not only be attending but also presenting an award, highlighting his rising prominence in the industry.

Civil services aspirant Avinash Dubey urged the Supreme Court to address the deaths of three students in a flooded Delhi coaching centre basement. Dubey blamed poor drainage and apathy by Delhi authorities for yearly waterlogging in major coaching hubs. He called for immediate action to protect students’ safety and requested a permanent solution to the recurring issue.