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National Governance & Policy 13 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

India’s Matsya-6000 Set for 500-Metre Trial Dive in Early 2027

India’s deep-ocean ambitions under the Samudrayaan Project are moving toward a critical milestone, with the Matsya-6000 submersible slated for a 500-metre trial dive in early 2027, according to Ministry of Earth Sciences Secretary Srinivasa Kumar Tummala. The test is being viewed as a decisive step in validating the vehicle’s systems before India attempts a crewed descent to 6,000 metres in the deep sea.

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India Entertainment & Culture17 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao’s Enduring Bond With Dr. Rajkumar’s Family Defined a Golden Era of Kannada Cinema

The death of legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao at 94 has renewed attention on one of Kannada cinema’s most enduring creative relationships: his long association with Dr. Rajkumar and the actor’s family. From 'Halu Jenu' and 'Chalisuva Modagalu' to 'Bhagyada Lakshmi Baramma,' their collaborations helped shape a distinctive era of popular, emotionally resonant filmmaking. Beyond individual box-office successes, the partnership represented a rare meeting of artistic trust, cultural rootedness and commercial instinct. Rao’s passing closes a significant chapter in Indian cinema, but the films he made with the Rajkumar family continue to stand as reference points for craft, warmth and mass appeal.

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India Entertainment & Culture09 Oct 2026, 08:18 AM IST

Daily Quiz Marks the Enduring Legacy of Filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao

A new daily quiz spotlighting Singeetham Srinivasa Rao arrives as Indian cinema reflects on the death of one of its most inventive directors, who died on October 3. The format underscores how his work continues to command attention across generations, not only as film history but as a living part of India’s cultural memory.

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India Entertainment & Culture09 Oct 2026, 04:19 AM IST

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao’s Legacy Endures Through His Bond With Dr. Rajkumar’s Family

The death of veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao at 94 has renewed attention on one of Kannada cinema’s most enduring creative relationships: his collaborations with Dr. Rajkumar and the wider Rajkumar family. From Halu Jenu and Chalisuva Modagalu to Bhagyada Lakshmi Baramma, Rao helped shape films that remain central to the cultural memory of Karnataka.

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India Entertainment & Culture08 Oct 2026, 02:56 PM IST

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao’s 'Michael Madana Kama Rajan' Endures as a Masterclass in Indian Comedy

As Indian cinema mourns the death of veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, renewed attention has turned to one of his most durable achievements: the 1990 Tamil comedy 'Michael Madana Kama Rajan'. The film remains a benchmark for inventive writing, performance-driven humour and technical precision, underscoring the director’s rare ability to make mainstream entertainment feel formally daring. More than three decades after release, the film continues to resonate across generations, not simply as a crowd-pleaser but as a study in controlled chaos, ensemble timing and narrative architecture. Its lasting appeal has helped secure Srinivasa Rao’s reputation as one of Indian cinema’s most imaginative and influential filmmakers.

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India Entertainment & Culture07 Oct 2026, 11:48 PM IST

Legendary Filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao Dies, Leaving an Enduring Mark on Indian Cinema

Veteran filmmaker, writer and director Singeetham Srinivasa Rao has died, closing a remarkable chapter in Indian cinema defined by imagination, discipline and range. He first drew wide attention at the age of 41 with his writing and direction of the Telugu film Neeti Nijayati in 1972, a work remembered for its moral clarity and understated conviction.

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India Entertainment & Culture07 Oct 2026, 06:54 PM IST

Daily Quiz Spotlights Singeetham Srinivasa Rao’s Enduring Legacy After His Death

A daily quiz framed around Singeetham Srinivasa Rao arrives as Indian cinema continues to mark the loss of one of its most inventive filmmakers, who died on October 3. The format underscores how his work remains culturally resonant, inviting audiences to revisit a career that crossed languages, genres and generations.

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India Entertainment & Culture13 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Veteran Cinematographer Shaji Kumar Dies in Kochi at 57

Noted cinematographer Shaji Kumar has died in Kochi at the age of 57 following cardiac failure, prompting an outpouring of grief from India’s film fraternity. His death marks the loss of a widely respected visual craftsman whose work helped shape the look and emotional texture of Malayalam cinema.

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India Entertainment & Culture12 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Veteran Cinematographer Shaji Kumar Dies in Kochi at 57

Noted cinematographer Shaji Kumar has died in Kochi at the age of 57 after suffering cardiac failure, according to reports from the city. His death marks a significant loss for the Indian film industry, particularly Malayalam cinema, where his visual style and technical craft were widely recognised. Kumar’s passing has prompted an outpouring of grief from colleagues and admirers across the entertainment sector.

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India Entertainment & Culture12 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Renowned Cinematographer Shaji Kumar Dies in Kochi at 57

Noted cinematographer Shaji Kumar died in Kochi on Monday at the age of 57 after suffering cardiac failure, prompting an outpouring of grief from India’s film community. Widely respected for his visual craft and long association with Malayalam cinema, Kumar’s death marks the loss of a technician whose work helped shape the look and emotional texture of numerous films.

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India Entertainment & Culture11 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Thiagarajan Kumararaja’s ‘Pocket Novel’ Sets Release Date, Raising Expectations for a Star-Driven Tamil Ensemble

Thiagarajan Kumararaja’s upcoming Tamil film, Pocket Novel, has locked its release date, sharpening anticipation around one of the more closely watched projects in the industry. The film brings together Vijay Sethupathi, Raj B Shetty, Malavika Mohanan and Kishore, a cast combination that signals both commercial reach and performance-driven ambition.

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India Sports & Cricket10 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Senthilkumar Falls in London Open Quarterfinals After Straight-Game Defeat

India’s World No. 42 Senthilkumar, the second seed, was knocked out of the men’s London Open squash quarterfinals after a straight-games loss to an opponent who controlled the key moments. The 11-13, 6-11, 7-11 defeat ended his run at the tournament and underlined the fine margins at the top end of the draw.

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Samudrayaan Project(1)New Delhi(1)Ministry of Earth Sciences(1)