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Mumbai celebrated ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas' 75th birth anniversary by inaugurating "Padma Bhushan Pankaj Udhas Chowk" on Peddar Road. The event, attended by numerous celebrities and civic officials, honored his immense contribution to Indian music and humanitarian work. Family and friends shared heartfelt memories, highlighting his enduring legacy.

Inspired by India's 2022 Thomas Cup win, Tamil Nadu's Hariharan Amsakarunan achieved his dream of representing the nation, becoming the first from his state to be part of the bronze medal-winning campaign. Overcoming early financial struggles and training with plastic shuttlecocks, Hariharan's journey highlights dedication and team spirit in achieving national success.

Malayalam cinema's unsung talent, Saleema, captivated audiences in the 80s with her expressive roles, notably in 'Nakhakshathangal'. Despite immense potential, family commitments and business ventures led to her temporary exit. Now, after a comeback and a battle with oral cancer, Saleema cherishes her passion for acting and hopes for more opportunities.

Before pan-Indian blockbusters, Rambha effortlessly dominated Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema. Known for her glamour and energetic performances, she starred alongside industry giants. Her breakthrough came with 'Sargam', followed by hits like 'Ullathai Allitha' and Bollywood collaborations with Salman Khan. Today, she's a successful businesswoman with a significant net worth.

Singer Jaspinder Narula, marking her Bollywood debut with 'Judaai's' hit song 'Mujhe ek pal chain na aaye', recently shared a poignant memory. Years later, Mona Shourie Kapoor confided in Jaspinder about her personal turmoil during the song's recording, revealing a deeply emotional connection to the track.

Actor Vijay's political campaign mirrored a film release, utilizing digital marketing strategies like trailers and guest appearances to engage voters. His network of fan clubs acted as "virtual warriors," leveraging holograms, AI, and hyper-local messaging to attract first-time voters and their families, proving highly effective.

The award function paid a tribute to talent, legacy, and mass connect.

India narrowly lost to China 2-3 in the Thomas Cup, despite strong performances from HS Prannoy and Ayush Shetty. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, along with Lakshya Sen, suffered close defeats. Although finishing second in Group A, India has qualified for the quarterfinals, with coach U Vimal Kumar expressing confidence in the team's potential.

India faces a weakened Japan in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals, aiming for a second title. Despite Japan's singles strength led by Kodai Naraoka, India's strong singles and doubles performances, including Ayush Shetty's consistent wins and the experienced Satwik-Chirag pair, position them well. Former champions are set for a crucial clash.

India concluded their Thomas Cup Finals group stage with a narrow 2-3 defeat against China, despite already securing a quarterfinal spot. Lakshya Sen and the top doubles pair lost their matches, putting India down 0-2. However, Ayush Shetty and H.S. Prannoy secured wins in their respective matches, showcasing the team's fighting spirit ahead of the knockout stages.

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh captivated The Tonight Show, promoting his album 'Aura' and North American tour. He even shared bhangra moves with Jimmy Fallon. Dosanjh's 'Aura' tour kicked off with a sold-out Vancouver show, a poignant moment he linked to the historical Komagata Maru incident, highlighting his journey and the progress made.

India beat Canada 3-1 in their Thomas Cup opener after recovering from Lakshya Sen’s loss to Victor Lai. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty levelled the tie, before Ayush Shetty and the pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan and M R Arjun sealed victory. Kidambi Srikanth was set for a dead rubber, while the women’s team next face Denmark.