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Vans leave an agricultural facility where US federal agents and immigration officers carried out an operation, as US federal agents stand guard , in Camarillo, California, US.
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An image of a cracked heart is placed on a collapsed tree by the Guadalupe River, across from Camp Mystic, following deadly flooding, in Hunt, Texas, US.
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Veteran singer Usha Uthup performs during the Bochorer Best 2025 award ceremony, in Kolkata, West Bengal.
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Newborn lion cubs Kutki and Bhunki inside an enclosure at Jambu Zoo, in Jammu.
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Deccan Herald
2 days ago
- Deccan Herald
July 13, 2025: Best photos from around the world
Bosnian Muslims gather amid grave stones of victims killed during the Srebrenica genocide, at the Srebrenica Genocide Memorial in Potocari, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Credit: Reuters Photo Vans leave an agricultural facility where US federal agents and immigration officers carried out an operation, as US federal agents stand guard , in Camarillo, California, US. Credit: Reuters Photo Mountain goats are seen in a parking lot near the Logan Pass Visitor Center in Glacier National Park near Browning, Montana, US. Credit: Reuters Photo An image of a cracked heart is placed on a collapsed tree by the Guadalupe River, across from Camp Mystic, following deadly flooding, in Hunt, Texas, US. Credit: Reuters Photo Veteran singer Usha Uthup performs during the Bochorer Best 2025 award ceremony, in Kolkata, West Bengal. Credit: PTI Photo Newborn lion cubs Kutki and Bhunki inside an enclosure at Jambu Zoo, in Jammu. Credit: PTI Photo
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
(Exclusive) Usha Uthup: I was told to look like a blonde cabaret singer, but I walked in wearing a sari
Usha Uthup, a celebrated singer known for her powerful voice and distinctive style, has captivated audiences from Mumbai's vibrant nightclubs to global stages. In a conversation, she reflects on her journey, discussing themes of identity and resilience. Uthup emphasizes how her enduring passion for music continues to fuel her spirit and sustain her artistic expression. From the nightclubs of 1960s Mumbai to prestigious international stages, Usha Uthup has never needed glitter or gimmicks to command attention. With her powerful, genre-defying voice and signature Kanjivaram saris, she stood tall – and sang louder – than many around her. In a conversation with Bombay Times, the veteran singer talks about identity, resilience, and how music continues to keep her soul alive. Read on… You have broken barriers, with a voice that did not fit the conventional mould and a look that defied trends. What gave you the courage to be so unapologetically yourself at a time when conformity ruled? Honestly, it all came down to my middle-class upbringing. Back then there was no Instagram, WhatsApp, fashion shows or stylists. I just wore what I had. And looking back, I think I was incredibly lucky, the timing was just right. When I began singing in nightclubs around 1969, the expectation was that a singer would wear glamorous gowns, have blond hair, and carry that typical Western image. And then, I walked in, this gharelu girl in a saree. This contrast worked in my favour. It wasn't planned or strategic. I didn't know anything about branding or presentation. I was just being myself. And honestly, thank God for the saree! It gave me a unique identity. Things moved slowly back then, not like today's instant fame. I wasn't part of the film industry or trying to be LataJi or Ashaji. I was simply a live performer, singing in nightclubs and concerts. So, no, I do not have a hard-luck story. I've been fortunate. My voice may not have fit the mould, but my timing was right, and I truly believe the song is always bigger than the singer. Your voice is bold, unconventional. Did you ever feel pressured to sound a certain way or to conform to industry expectations? No, I never felt pressured to sound a certain way and I never gave in to any kind of pressure. Sure, pressure exists. There's peer pressure, family pressure, societal expectations, but at the end of the day, the decision is always yours. I truly believe that. Do not blame others for where you are. Yes, there are moments when you may feel pushed, but you still have the power to say yes or no. That's something that I've learned over the years and it's a message that I try to pass on, not just to my children, but to everyone, including you! Do you sing differently when happy, heartbroken, nostalgic; how much of your emotions enter your performance? Oh absolutely, my performances are all emotional. Every show of mine is completely driven by what I am feeling. Sometimes I think that is a good thing, sometimes, maybe not, because while it's important to stay focused, I can't always control my emotions on stage. In a way that's what makes it real for me. So, every song, every performance of mine is driven by emotion and that's what makes it mine. You are Mumbai-born, what does this city mean to you? Mumbai means everything to me. It has the best work culture I've ever seen, so active, so driven. Rain, potholes, bad roads, nothing stops people here. If there is a 7 am shift they show up. That 'never give up' spirit truly defines Mumbai. But it's not just about resilience it's also about action. People here, don't sit around waiting for the government or God to fix things. They take it on themselves. That's what I admire the most. And of course, Mumbai is where I was born, it's in my blood. As I often say, Mumbai is my birthplace, and Kolata is my grave. But every time I land on the tarmac in Mumbai, I feel it all, the energy, the focus, the drive and I absolutely love it. How integral is music in your life and how do you keep your passion alive after all these years on stage? More than something I am, music is something I need! It's not just about listening to it, it's about living it. I truly can't imagine my life without the stage. That's where I come alive. Music is in my blood, and performing is like breathing, essential and natural. All I ever ask for is the strength and energy to keep doing what I love. I also ask my audience, my people to pray for that same spark that I can continue, with even more passion that I have now. Music truly flows, and I believe, just like life, it is cyclic. What once was always finds a way back. That's why retro never really goes out of style. Even when I perform new songs, the audience inevitably asks for the old favourites. From cabaret to Carnatic, jazz to Janapad (folk), I've been blessed to explore it all. And I wouldn't have it any other way.
India Today
6 days ago
- India Today
Akash Deep: India's silent sniper who deserved Edgbaston's crown
In the iconic Bollywood film Sholay, when Kaalia and his two accomplices raid Ramgarh, Thakur Baldev Singh asks them to leave, warning of dire consequences. When the cocky dacoits ask who will stop them from extorting villagers, Thakur points at Jai and Veeru, the guns he has hired."Bas do (only two)," Kaalia smirks."Tumhare liye kaafi hain (enough for you)," Thakur snarls through clenched This iconic exchange resonates deeply with India's historic 336-run victory at Edgbaston in July 2025, where the Indian cricket team faced a formidable challenge akin to stopping Gabbar Singh and his men in their own Ramgarh of EdgbastonEdgbaston in July 2025 was cricket's Ramgarh—Gabbar's playground—where India had never won in eight previous Tests, its flat pitch as docile as the villagers ready to surrender before the track, devoid of grass or seam movement, offered perfect conditions for plundering Bazballers-Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes, and Jamie Smith-strode in with the swagger of Kaalia's accomplices, ready to feast on India's depleted bowling arsenal. Without Bumrah, India's premier pacer, the question loomed large: Who would stop these marauders? The answer, in Sholay's prophetic wisdom, was simple: "Just two." Akash and Siraj, India's guns, were very little support, these two conjured magic where none seemed possible. Akash Deep, like Jai, led the charge with his relentless accuracy, while Mohammad Siraj, the fiery counterpart reminiscent of Veeru, complemented him with raw aggression. Together, they claimed 17 of England's 20 wickets, knocking the English out in their own Veeru's boisterous bravado in Sholay, Siraj brought fire to the attack, claiming 7 wickets with his relentless pace and verbal sparring. His fiery spells, including key wickets like Zak Crawley and Ben Stokes, pushed England back in the first Silent SniperBut it was Akash Deep's 10/187-4/88 in the first innings and 6/99 in the second-that turned the tide, proving he was the linchpin of India's triumph. He dismantled key batsmen, including seven wickets from England's top order, with skiddy seamers and four bowled dismissals. His early strikes on Day 4, removing Duckett and Root, unsettled the enemy, ruling out an English victory. On Day 5, his dismissals of Pope and Brook in quick succession ensured England's hopes of a draw his first Test in England without prior county cricket experience, he adapted swiftly to alien conditions, exploiting minimal seam movement with relentless accuracy. He induced 61 false shots in 254 balls-one every 4.2 balls compared to the match average of 6.6-demonstrating his ability to create chances where none existed. Akash Deep skidded through England with ruthless precision (Reuters Photo) His heroics are amplified by the immense pressure he faced. Stepping in Jasprit Bumrah's shoes, he carried few expectations but the burden of past failures at Edgbaston. Critics questioned the decision to rest Bumrah, but he silenced them with a performance that rivaled India's Real HeroBeyond the numbers, Akash Deep's performance was imbued with profound personal significance. He revealed post-match that he played with the knowledge that his elder sister was battling cancer, dedicating his heroics to her. "Her face was in my mind with every delivery," he said, fueling his relentless drive. This personal hardship, coupled with the professional challenge of leading without Bumrah, elevated his effort beyond mere cricketing Shubman Gill's 430 runs set up India's commanding total of 587 and a target of 608, the match's outcome hinged on bowling England out. Gill's runs were crucial on a placid track, but they came when the ball had lost its shine, the sun was shining, and England's bowling-already depleted by retirements and injuries-was resilient first innings of 407, despite benign conditions once the ball aged, showed they could counter India's batting might. It was Akash Deep's wickets, alongside Siraj's fiery contribution, that ensured England collapsed to 271 in their second innings. His performance shifted the narrative, proving that bowlers, often overshadowed by batters in modern cricket, can be the true Deep was the real hero of the Edgbaston Test in July 2025, not because he outscored others but because he outfought them. His relentless bowling, emotional resilience, and ability to rise above personal and professional challenges make a compelling case for him as the true Player of the the Player of the Match award eluded Akash Deep, his Edgbaston heroics will echo through cricketing lore, much like Jai's silent valour in triumph will forever bear Akash Deep's mark. In Ramgarh's dust or Edgbaston's green, heroes like Akash Deep remind us that two can indeed be enough.- EndsYou May Also Like
