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Neglecting theatre going audience due to OTT not good for cinema, says Sanal Kumar Sasidharan

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Streaming content on a computer screen can never match the distinct “vibe” of theatrical screenings, believes director Sanal Kumar Sasidharan who says filmmakers must respect loyal cinegoers no matter how small a community it may be. Sasidharan, known for acclaimed Malayalam titles “S Durga” and “Chola”, said films are meant for the big screen. “I shoot cinema with a different perspective. (When I direct) I’m not thinking about making a film with a specific idea of projecting it somewhere. If you ask me where I’m going to show it, I…

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Asian stocks mixed ahead of possible Fed guidance

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Asian stock markets were mixed Friday as investors awaited more guidance on the US Federal Reserve’s easing plans. The moves in Asia follow a pullback on Wall Street after the deadly attacks on Afghan civilians and US troops at the Kabul airport on Thursday. Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 lost 0.3 per cent to 27,651.51 while the Kospi in South Korea added 0.3 per cent to 3,139.00. The Hang Seng in Hong Kong was 0.6 per cent higher at 25,559.56. The Shanghai Composite advanced 0.4 per cent to 3,516.13. Sydney’s S&P/ASX 200…

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LEGAL NEWS NEWS CATEGORIES 

SC asks Sebi not take coercive steps against NDTV promoters, adjourns hearing to Sep 3

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The Supreme Court Friday asked markets regulator Sebi not to take any coercive steps against NDTV promoters Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy till it hears their pleas on September 3 against the penalty proceedings related to alleged violation of securities norms by concealing information from shareholders on certain loan agreements. A bench headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana was requested by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) that the hearing on the pleas of the NDTV promoters be adjourned till next Friday. We will adjourn, but do…

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NEWS CATEGORIES WORLD NEWS 

Israeli PM aims to push Biden away from Iran nuclear deal

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Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is aiming to dissuade President Joe Biden from returning to the Iran nuclear deal when the two leaders meet at the White House Friday. The meeting, originally scheduled for Thursday, was postponed for one day as Biden focused his attention on dealing with the aftermath of a suicide bomb attack at the Kabul airport that killed at least 13 US troops. On behalf of the people of Israel, I share our deep sadness over the loss of American lives in Kabul, Bennett said in a…

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NATIONAL NEWS NEWS CATEGORIES 

COVID-19: India adds 44,658 new cases

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With 44,658 people testing positive for coronavirus infection in a day, India’s total tally of COVID-19 cases has increased to 3,26,03,188, while the active cases ?rose to 3,44,899, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday The death toll climbed to 4,36,861 with 496 fresh fatalities, according to the data updated at 8 am The active cases comprise 1.03 per cent of the total infections while the national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 97.63 per cent, the ministry said An increase of 11,174 cases has been recorded…

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These days I bowl less in nets and save it for matches: Anderson

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Ageless English pacer James Anderson says the secret to his longevity in Test cricket lies in cutting down on his time at the nets to save it for the matches. Anderson’s masterclass was full on display in an awe-inspiring spell of 8-5-6-3 with the new ball as England bowled India out for 78 after Virat Kohli opted to bat in the first Test here on Wednesday. “As I get older, I feel like I have to work that little bit harder in the gym. I feel like I bowl less…

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BUSINESS NEWS CATEGORIES 

Sensex, Nifty start on choppy note; RIL up 1 pc

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Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened on a choppy note on Thursday, tracking a weak trend in Asian equities and sustained foreign fund outflow. After opening on a negative note, the 30-share index was trading 46.78 points or 0.08 per cent higher at 55,990.99. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty advanced 16.80 points or 0.10 per cent to 16,651.45. Reliance Industries was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 1 per cent, followed by HCL Tech, Bajaj Finserv, Asian Paints, Bajaj Auto, Bajaj Finance and L&T. On the…

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LEGAL NEWS NEWS CATEGORIES 

Make mandatory ‘bumper-to-bumper’ insurance: HC

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 In a significant order, the Madras High Court has ruled that “bumper-to-bumper” insurance should be mandatory whenever a new vehicle is sold, from September 1. This must be in addition to covering the driver, passengers and owner of the vehicle, for a period of five years. Thereafter, the owner of the vehicle must be cautious in safeguarding the interest of driver, passengers, third parties and himself/herself, so as to avoid unnecessary liability being foisted on the owner of the vehicle, as beyond five years, as on date there is no…

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NEWS CATEGORIES WORLD NEWS 

Looking at ‘options’ on diplomatic presence in Afghanistan after Aug 31: US

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The US has said it is looking at a number of “options” on its diplomatic presence in Afghanistan after the August 31 withdrawal deadline. August 31 is the cut-off date set by both the US and the Taliban for America’s pullout from the war-torn country. “With regard to our own potential presence going forward after the 31st, we’re looking at a number of options, Secretary of State Antony Blinken told reporters at a press conference on Wednesday. “I’m sure we’ll have more on that in the coming days and weeks,…

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Govt forwards nine names recommended for SC elevation to Prez for final call

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The government has forwarded nine names recommended by the Supreme Court collegium for appointment of judges in the top court to the President for final approval and a call is expected to be taken “shortly”, sources in the government said on Thursday. With a sanctioned strength of 34 judges, the Supreme Court as of now has ten vacancies. In a first, the Supreme Court Collegium had last week recommended for appointment to the apex court three women judges, including Justice B V Nagarathna who will be in line to be…

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