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Aug 2023

May 06, 2024

Titanic, Lord of the Rings actor Bernard Hill Passes Away at 79

The entertainment industry mourned the loss of Bernard Hill, the esteemed British actor whose remarkable talent graced the silver screen in some of the most iconic films of our time. At the age of 79, the Manchester-born thespian has taken his final bow, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations of actors.
Hill's remarkable career spanned decades, and his versatility allowed him to seamlessly transition between various genres, from gritty dramas to epic fantasies. He first gained widespread acclaim for his portrayal of Yosser Hughes in the acclaimed BBC TV drama 'Boys from the Blackstuff.' His depiction of a proud yet desperate man grappling with unemployment in 1980s Liverpool resonated deeply with audiences, showcasing his exceptional acting prowess.

UNICEF India Welcomes Kareena as National Ambassador

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan was appointed as the National Ambassador for UNICEF India. This prestigious role came as a recognition of her long-standing association with the organization since 2014, where she has served as a Celebrity Advocate.
Alongside Kareena's appointment, UNICEF India also introduced its first-ever Youth Advocates, a group of four remarkable individuals who will serve as peer leaders and champions for crucial issues affecting children and young people.
Kareena Kapoor Khan's association with UNICEF India has been a testament to her dedication to children's rights and welfare. As a Celebrity Advocate, she has lent her voice to various campaigns, raising awareness about issues such as education, nutrition, and child protection.

May 03, 2024

Paul Auster, Author of 'New York Trilogy', Dies

Paul Auster, the prolific American novelist behind the acclaimed 'New York Trilogy', passed away. He was 77.
Auster works include the series "The New York Trilogy" (1987), comprised of "City of Glass" (1985), "Ghosts" (1986) and "The Locked Room" (1986). The trilogy explored various philosophical themes through a postmodern lens of detective and mystery fiction.
The author's longest and most ambitious work of fiction was 4 3 2 1, published in 2017 and a Booker finalist. The 800-plus page novel is a tale of quadraphonic realism in the post-World War II era, the parallel journeys of Archibald Isaac Ferguson from summer camp and high school baseball to student life in New York and Paris during the mass protests of the late 1960s.
Auster also penned the screenplays for "Smoke" (1995), "Blue in the Face" (1995), "Lulu on the Bridge" (1998) and "The Inner Life of Martin Frost" (2007), directing the latter two and co-directing "Blue in the Face" with Wayne Wang.

Playback Singer Uma Ramanan Bids Adieu

Renowned playback singer Uma Ramanan, who predominantly sang in Tamil, passed away at the age of 72 in Chennai. The veteran singer, known for her melodious voice and extensive repertoire, has left an indelible mark on the Indian music industry.
Uma Ramanan was a trained classical singer and appeared in more than 6,000 concerts over a span of 35 years. Her breakthrough came with the song "Poongathave Thalthiravai" from the film "Nizhalgal," which propelled her to fame.

May 02, 2024

Pratima Singh (IRS) Appointed as Director in DPIIT

Pratima Singh, a 2009-batch IRS officer, was appointed as Director of the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
Her appointment, effective for a five-year term or until further notice, falls under the Central Staffing Scheme as per the DoPT order.
The DPIIT is a central government department under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in India.

Apr 29, 2024

Yakshagana Exponent Subrahmanya Dhareshwar Passes Away

The world of Yakshagana, a traditional theatre form of Karnataka, lost a towering figure. Subrahmanya Dhareshwar, a senior and well-known Yakshagana 'bhagavatha' (background singer), passed away in Bengaluru. He was 66 years old.
Dhareshwar was a disciple of the legendary Yakshagana 'bhagavatha' late Narnappa Uppura. He entered the world of professional Yakshagana singing at the age of 21, captivating audiences with his melodious and rich voice.
A recipient of the prestigious Karnataka Rajyotsava award, Dhareshwar was a professional 'bhagavatha' for nearly four decades. He performed with renowned Yakshagana melas (touring troupes) such as Amrutheswari, Hiremahalingeshwara, Panchalinga, and Perdoor. Even after his retirement as the 'pradhana bhagavatha' (principal singer) from the Perdoor Yakshagana mela, he continued to grace various Yakshagana shows and 'Talamaddales' (traditional Yakshagana singing events).

Apr 24, 2024

Sudhir Kakar, 'Father of Indian Psychoanalysis', Dies

Sudhir Kakar, India's foremost psychoanalyst who helped readers understand Indian men and women like none other, passed away. French magazine Le Nouvel Observateur had once described Kakar as one of the 25 major thinkers of the world. With wit and humour, he deeply probed culture, social mores, family ties and elucidated what sets apart Indians from citizens of the world, and what sets apart Indians from Indians.
He received several awards, some of them are: Kakar's was awarded the 1987 Boyer Prize for Psychological Anthropology of the American Anthropological Association. He received the Order of Merit, Federal republic of Germany, 2012, Distinguished Service Award, Indo-American Psychiatric Association, 2007.

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