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9 killed as car crashes into truck in West Bengal's Purulia
Nine people lost their lives in a horrific road accident in West Bengal's Purulia district on Friday. The accident took place on National Highway 18 near Namshol in the Balarampur police station area while the victims were returning from a wedding Bolero collided head-on with a speeding truck in Namshol. The victims were travelling in a Bolero vehicle from Adabana village in Purulia's Barabazar police station area to Tilaitand in the Nimdih police station area of vehicle was severely damaged and all the injured were rushed to the local primary health centre. However, doctors declared all the passengers dead on arrival. Police have seized the trailer and begun an investigation into the incident. IN THIS STORY#West Bengal
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38 minutes ago
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16 billion passwords allegedly leaked in massive data breach, experts warn no service is safe
A massive data breach has exposed over 16 billion passwords online, making it one of the biggest security leaks in internet history. According to reports by Cybernews and Forbes, this leak poses a significant risk to the personal data of millions of users and could lead to widespread phishing scams, identity theft, and account hacking researchers say this isn't just an old dump of data that's been floating around for years. Most of the leaked credentials are said to be new, well-organised, and collected through a type of malware known as infostealers. These malware programs silently steal usernames and passwords from people's devices and send them to hackers, who either use them directly or put them up for sale on dark web is inside the leak?The leaked data includes login information for a wide range of services, from email and social media platforms like Google, Facebook, and Telegram to developer accounts on GitHub and even some government portals. Most of the information is organised in a format that shows the website link, followed by the username and password, making it easier for attackers to use. Experts are calling this breach a 'blueprint for global cybercrime' because of how structured and usable the data is. It is believed that around 30 large data sets, each containing millions to billions of login details, have been collected, taking the total to over 16 billion stolen is it seriousWhat makes this situation worse is how easily this stolen data can be bought. Reports say even people with limited technical knowledge and small amounts of money can access these passwords on the dark web. This makes almost everyone vulnerable, from everyday users to companies and has already advised people to switch from traditional passwords to more secure options like passkeys. The FBI has also warned the public to avoid clicking on links sent through SMS or emails, especially if they ask for login you should do nowCybersecurity experts suggest that people act immediately to protect themselves. This includes changing passwords across all major accounts, using strong and unique passwords, turning on two-factor authentication (2FA), and using password manager apps to keep everything also a good idea to check if your information has been leaked using dark web monitoring tools. These tools can alert you if your email or password has been spotted in any known breaches.
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42 minutes ago
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Sitaare Zameen Par review: Aamir Khan's film is a warm hug, laughter pill for soul
There's something about 'Sitaare Zameen par' that makes you believe in the inherent goodness of the world. That there's still light at the end of the tunnel. That, after all the darkness, you can still find the brighter side. And that being kind, hopeful, and having a heart full of love and laughter are still among humanity's greatest Aamir Khan announced he was making a spiritual sequel to his 2007 film 'Taare Zameen Par', we didn't know just how closely it would echo the brilliance of the previous film. While it may not have the same heart-wrenching emotional pull as 'Taare Zameen Par', this film makes you laugh and deeply resonate with the idea it aims to its core, 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is a sports drama where a selfish, emotionally unavailable basketball coach, Gulshan (Aamir Khan), is forced to train a group of neurodivergent children. Initially, he finds the task impossible. He belittles them, genuinely believing they are a bunch of underdeveloped children who will never achieve "normalcy". He even compares them to 'naachte hue baraati' - wedding guests dancing without care or coordination. From the outside, Gulshan's life seems perfect. But look closer, and it's in complete disarray. His marriage is falling apart. He's been suspended for slapping the head coach of Delhi's basketball team in public. He hasn't yet realised that his real opponent is within - that he must confront his own demons to set his life right. And yet, when he begins to try, change begins to show. As he grows close to Team Sitaare and works with them to reach the finals of a tournament, transformation an underdog story. Gulshan's journey of emotional awakening is simple - and extremely funny. Director RS Prasanna injects a sense of unlikely fun throughout the film. Every joke lands. Every emotional beat feels organic. Aamir Khan's impeccable expressions never miss the mark. Honestly, while you might go in expecting eyes to well up like they did during 'TZP', this one surprises you with how light-hearted, warm, and genuinely funny it only gripe with 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is its runtime - at two hours and 39 minutes, the film drags, particularly in the second half. Tighter editing and trimming a few scenes would have made it far more 'Sitaare Zameen Par', Khan urges you to live fearlessly, carrying kindness in your heart. His trademark arched eyebrows and self-pitying glances offer glimpses into a man in the process of self-discovery. And that's something you can't take away from Khan - his protagonists often push you to be a better person. Yes, they might get preachy on the way, but more often than not, they bring you home. There's a quiet sense of victory by the end. You might be facing the weakest moment of your life - down, humiliated, hopeless - but Khan's films tell you to give it one more shot and find joy wherever you are in life. That, perhaps, is the greatest strength of 'Sitaare Zameen Par'.advertisementThe film gently nudges you to get up, smell the coffee again, pluck the colourful flowers, greet the rising sun, and simply try one more beauty of 'Sitaare Zameen Par' lies in the fact that it isn't trying to be anything it's not. There are no hidden metaphors or layered messages to decode. It is what it is - not a flawless portrayal of emotion, but a story with its heart in the right place. And oh, when it makes you laugh, it really makes you laugh. It puts to shame all those so-called comedies built on crass humour and sexist Kala and Dolly Ahluwalia are an absolute treat. Ashish Pendse, Aroush Datta, Aayush Bhansali, Rishi Shahani, GopiKrishnan K Verma, Rishabh Jain, Vedant Sharma, Simran Mangeshkar, Samvit Desai, and Naman Misra form a starry team around Khan - perhaps the best supporting cast he's ever had. While Khan's performance remains effortless and charismatic, these children elevate the film with warmth and Zameen Par' is a well-intentioned, extremely funny, family film. It doesn't rely on cheap laughs, nor does it belittle anyone to make a point. Genelia D'Souza as Suneeta is a refreshing presence, playing a role her age - a real woman who gives her emotionally confused husband multiple chances to align their don't need any preparation to watch this film - it comes easily to you. One moment you are seated, and the next, you are rolling down in laughter. The humour is its USP; the performances are its Khan returns with a tickling feather and a promise: a story for all ages, all kinds, and all shades of normal. Because there's 'sabka apna apna' normal. You don't fear it. You don't shoo it away. Your normal is acceptable - and so is mine. IN THIS STORY#Aamir Khan
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Kuberaa X reviews: Dhanush, Nagarjuna's film impresses fans, call it fireworks
'Kuberaa', the Telugu thriller starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna and Rashmika Mandanna, has opened to positive reviews from moviegoers. Sharing their reviews on X, fans raved about Dhanush's exceptional performance, engaging storyline and the background music. The Sekhar Kammula-directorial hit theatres on June 20.'Kuberaa' is one of the most anticipated films of 2025, which revolves around a battle between money, power and ethics. Audiences who watched early morning shows in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh praised the cinematography, stating that it deserved user wrote, "First half starts grounded, ends with fireworks. Dhanush's slow build-up into Deva is brilliantly done. Sekhar Kammula keeps the mystery alive throughout. #Kuberaa interval has set the bar (sic)." Another user commented, "The cinematography in #Kuberaa deserves applause. Every frame has mood, tone, and weight. Feels like you're watching a painting with a pulse. Sekhar Kammula's visual storytelling is masterful (sic)."Speaking highly of director Kammula, a third X user wrote, "No over-the-top mass dialogues, just real punches. Every conflict in #Kuberaa feels personal and earned. Sekhar Kammula writes with emotion, not excess. That's what makes it work (sic)."Not just that, an ardent moviegoer also took time to praise Rashmika Mandanna's performance. "Rashmika Mandanna surprise package! Subtle, strong, and stunning. Sekhar Kammula's writing gives every character a moment to shine. #Kuberaa is gold (sic)," he all the reviews here: 'Kuberaa' also features Dalip Tahil, Sayaji Shinde, Divya Dekate, Hareeh Peradi and several others as part of the supporting cast. Jointly produced by Sree Venkateswara Cinemas LLP and Amigos Creations, the film's technical crew comprises cinematographer Niketh Bommireddy, editor Karthik Srinivas and composer Devi Sri released in theatres in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi.
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PM Modi to visit Bihar, Odisha today; launch projects worth Rs 5,200 crore in Siwan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a two-day visit to three states starting Friday, during which he will unveil a series of development initiatives in Bihar and Odisha and lead the International Day of Yoga celebrations from to an official statement, PM Modi will visit Siwan in Bihar and Bhubaneswar in Odisha on June 20, where he will inaugurate multiple infrastructure and connectivity projects, address public gatherings and mark key milestones in state Bihar's Siwan, the prime minister will inaugurate the new Vaishali–Deoria railway line worth over Rs 400 crore and flag off a new train service along the route. He will also launch the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur, enhancing connectivity across north Bihar. Highlighting the "Make in India, Make for the World" initiative, Modi will flag off the first export locomotive built at the Marhowra plant, destined for Guinea. Additionally, under the Namami Gange mission, PM Modi will inaugurate six sewage treatment plants worth more than Rs 1,800 will also unveil projects related to drinking water, power infrastructure and housing, including the release of the first installment of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) for over 53,600 beneficiaries and conduct a symbolic 'Grih Pravesh' ceremony for 6,600 completed visit comes ahead of Bihar's upcoming Assembly elections, where the BJP-JD(U) alliance faces a challenge from the opposition INDIA bloc led by the Rashtriya Janata the next leg of his visit, PM Modi will visit Odisha and launch development projects worth over Rs 18,600 crore across sectors such as drinking water, irrigation, agriculture, health, roads and railways.A major highlight includes the launch of train services to Boudh, marking the district's integration into the national railway network for the first time. He will also flag off 100 electric buses under the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) system to promote green urban the prime minister is also scheduled to release the Odisha Vision Document, aligning with two significant milestones: Odisha's centenary as India's first linguistic state in 2036, and India's 100 years of independence in 2047. He will also honor women achievers from the state during his on June 21, PM Modi will lead the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations from the beachfront in Visakhapatnam. Over five lakh participants are expected to join the Common Yoga Protocol session with yoga events will take place at more than 3.5 lakh locations across India. This year's theme, 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' highlights the link between human well-being and planetary health, echoing the Indian ethos of 'Sarve Santu Niramaya' (May all be free from disease).Since 2015, when the United Nations adopted India's proposal to observe June 21 as the International Day of Yoga, PM Modi has led celebrations from various cities, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Mysuru, New York (UN headquarters) and inputs from PTITune InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Narendra Modi
