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Renowned Tamil director-music composer Thakkali Srinivasan passes away | Tamil News

Renowned Tamil director-music composer Thakkali Srinivasan passes away | Tamil News

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2 min readMar 11, 2026 06:06 PM IST Renowned Tamil director and music composer Thakkali Srinivasan has passed away. He breathed his last at the age of 72 in Bengaluru on Tuesday, March 10, following health complications, India Today reported. In a career spanning over two decades, he had also gained popularity as a writer, producer, and actor. Confirming Srinivasan’s death, industry publicist Nikil Murukan wrote on social media, “Deeply regret to inform that producer-director-composer Thakkali Srinivasan passed away due to health complications in Bengaluru. His last rites will be performed in Bengaluru.” Must Read | Mammootty’s on-screen daughter, sister and wife, she won Best Actress Award at 13; tragedy struck when she became fourth wife of 31 years older man at 17 Srinivasan entered Tinseltown by bankrolling director Venkat’s Ivargal Varungala Thoongal (1987), starring Prabhu, Ambika, and Raghuvaran in the lead roles. He then produced Robert-Rajasekar’s Manasukkul Mathappu (1988), featuring Prabhu and Saranya. It was a remake of the Priyadarshan-Mohanlal duo’s superhit tragicomedy Thalavattam (1986). While he played a key role in Kamal Haasan’s …

Veteran Tamil filmmaker and musician Thakkali Srinivasan passes away at 72 in Bengaluru

Veteran Tamil filmmaker and musician Thakkali Srinivasan passes away at 72 in Bengaluru

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Trigger Warning: This article mentions someone’s death, which could be triggering. The entertainment industry mourns the passing away of veteran Tamil filmmaker and musician, Thakkali Srinivasan. He was known for his versatility as an actor, producer, director, musician, and screenplay writer. The 72-year-old senior star passed away in Bengaluru due to health-related complications. Thakkali Srinivasan no more Thakkali Srinivasan has backed several movies like Ivargal Varungala Thoongal, Manasukul Mathappu, Nalaya Manithan, Jenma Natchathiram, Athisiya Manithan, Witness, and many more. He also played the antagonist in Kamal Hassan’s Soora Samharam. But sadly, on March 10, 2026, the ace artist left for his heavenly abode, leaving behind an impressive film legacy. The famous producer of yesteryear was 72 when he passed away in Bengaluru. His last rites will reportedly be performed in Bengaluru today (March 11, 2026). While his work in Telugu cinema made him a household name, he won scored of hearts with his compassionate and kind humanitarian service towards society. Thakkali also supported an ashram and was living with his adopted kids. Industry publicist Nikil Murukan …

Veteran journalist K.V. Srinivasan passes away

Veteran journalist K.V. Srinivasan passes away

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K.V. Srinivasan. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Veteran journalist K.V. Srinivasan, fondly addressed as “brother” in journalistic circles in Mysuru, passed away at his native Kalkunike village in Hunsur taluk on Friday evening. He was 81 and had been ailing for some time owing to age-related issues. He had been hospitalised on several occasions in Mysuru. A committed Gandhian known for his simplicity, Mr. Srinivasan mentored several young journalists during his active years. He contributed news from the Mysuru region to Akashvani for many years. With a journalism career spanning over four decades, he worked with several newspapers before serving as a news contributor to Akashvani from 1986 to 2007. After his retirement, Srinivasan had moved to his native village and was living with relatives. He was the founder-editor of Navadwani, a Kannada weekly launched in Mysuru in 1976. Later, he worked with newspapers including Sankranti, Varthamana, Ashoka, Mahanandi, and Vijaya. In recognition of his contributions, he received several honours, including the Karnataka Media Academy award and the Sri Shivarathreeshwara Media award. Mr. Srinivasan had also instituted awards for …

V Srinivasan, husband of PT Usha, dies aged 67: ‘Was Usha chechi’s backbone, took care of me like I was his daughter,’ says Tintu Luka | Sport-others News

V Srinivasan, husband of PT Usha, dies aged 67: ‘Was Usha chechi’s backbone, took care of me like I was his daughter,’ says Tintu Luka | Sport-others News

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5 min readUpdated: Jan 30, 2026 01:07 PM IST V Srinivasan, the husband of Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President, Rajya Sabha MP and sprint queen PT Usha passed away in the early hours of Friday. He was 67. Srinivasan reportedly collapsed at his residence in Kozhikode early in the morning and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors were unable to revive him. Usha, who is also the IOA president, was in New Delhi when the incident took place, also attending the parliament session. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to a grieving Usha and conveyed his condolences on the demise of her husband, officials confirmed. Kerala governor Rajendra Arlekar expressed ‘profound grief’ on the passing away of Srinivasan. Srinivasan, a former inspector in the Central Industrial Security Force and a university-level kabaddi player was a pillar of strength for Usha throughout her distinguished sporting and political journey. He was a constant source of support for Usha when she was at loggerheads with the executive committee members of the IOA. Srinivasan, a former inspector in …

Veteran nuclear scientist MR Srinivasan passes away at 95

Veteran nuclear scientist MR Srinivasan passes away at 95

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Veteran scientist and former chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, MR Srinivasan, who played a key role in the country`s indigenous nuclear energy programme, died in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, his family said. He was 95 and is survived by wife and daughter. “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dr M R Srinivasan, former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission and Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy (DAE),” the family said in a statement. It said Srinivasan joined the DAE in September 1955 and began his distinguished career working alongside Dr Homi Bhabha on the construction of the country`s first nuclear research reactor, Apsara, which achieved criticality a year later. In 1959, he was appointed as the Principal Project Engineer for the construction of India`s first atomic power station. “His leadership continued to shape the nation`s nuclear program when, in 1967, he took charge as Chief Project Engineer of the Madras Atomic Power Station (MAPS),” the statement said. He held several key positions of national importance, such as the Director of the Power …

BJP’s Vanathi Srinivasan flags security concerns in Coimbatore

BJP’s Vanathi Srinivasan flags security concerns in Coimbatore

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Vanathi Srinivasan. File photo | Photo Credit: PTI Leading a protest in Coimbatore city to condemn the Pahalgam attack on Monday, BJP MLA Vanathi Srinivasan raised critical concerns about the rising threat of extremism, the state’s response to illegal immigration, and the Tamil Nadu government’s failure to take action on these issues. During the protest, Ms. Srinivasan remarked that Coimbatore had been the target of extremist violence multiple times, including the 1998 serial bombings and the 2022 car bomb blast. “Coimbatore has faced repeated attacks by religious extremists. We cannot afford silence or inaction,” she said. She highlighted how BJP workers had continued their efforts despite the threat to their lives, while other political parties withdrew. She further stressed that only the BJP and RSS had organisations willing to sacrifice for the nation’s safety, unlike their political counterparts. She also criticised the Tamil Nadu government’s approach to national security. “If one understands why BJP and RSS are targeted in Tamil Nadu, one can understand how terrorism operates,” she remarked, defending …

Who Is Ranjani Srinivasan, Indian Student Self-Deported From US After Visa Revoked

Who Is Ranjani Srinivasan, Indian Student Self-Deported From US After Visa Revoked

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Washington, United States: Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian student from Columbia University in the US, self-deported themselves from the country this week, days after their student visa was revoked for participating in pro-Palestine protests. The US Department of Homeland Security issued a statement saying that Srinivasan’s visa was revoked on March 5 for “advocating violence and terrorism”. “Ranjani Srinivasan was involved in activities supporting Hamas, a terrorist organisation. On March 5, 2025, the Department of State revoked her visa. The Department of Homeland Security has obtained video footage of her using the Customs and Border Protection (CPB) agency app to self-deport on March 11,” it said in a statement. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, in a post on X, said, “It is a privilege to be granted a visa to live and study in the United States of America. When you advocate for violence and terrorism, that privilege should be revoked, and you should not be in this country. I am glad to see one of the Columbia University terrorist sympathizers use the CBP Home app …

Why did Trump administration revoke visa of Ranjani Srinivasan, Indian scholar at Columbia University?

Why did Trump administration revoke visa of Ranjani Srinivasan, Indian scholar at Columbia University?

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Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian citizen who participated in pro-Palestinian protests at United State’s Columbia University, has self-deported, the Department of Homeland Security said. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem posted a video on X on Friday that appears to show Ranjani Srinivasan pulling a suitcase at LaGuardia Airport. (X/Sec_Noem) The department has reportedly released a video of Ranjani Srinivasan at what appears to be an airport as she hurried down a jetway with her bags. She left on Tuesday, The Washington Times reported, citing the Department of Homeland Security. The State Department had revoked her visa last week. The US Justice Department is also investigating whether Columbia University concealed “illegal aliens” on its campus, one of its top officials said on Friday, as the Trump administration intensified its campaign to deport foreigners who participated in pro-Palestinian demonstrations at the school last year, news agency Associated Press reported. Agents with the Department of Homeland Security searched two university residences with a warrant on Thursday evening. No one was arrested and it was unclear whom the authorities …

‘Would you rather watch your parents…’: Comedian Vineeth Srinivasan brings back controversial joke with twist at show | Web Series

‘Would you rather watch your parents…’: Comedian Vineeth Srinivasan brings back controversial joke with twist at show | Web Series

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Mar 01, 2025 10:39 AM IST Comedian Vineeth revives controversial joke, receiving applause while highlighting Mumbai’s air quality issues. Comedian Vineeth Srinivasan got the audience cheering as he performed at the Laughs Per Minute: Breathless Edition show in Mumbai on Friday night. Vineeth brought back the controversial ‘would you rather’ joke that got Ranveer Allahbadia in massive trouble, albeit with a big twist. Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia’s controversy got a mention in Vineeth Srinivasan’s latest set. What was Vineeth’s joke? The comedy night was dedicated to the theme of rising air pollution in Mumbai. Other comedians on the performers list were Daniel Fernandes, Aditi Mittal, Raunaq Rajani, Aadar Malik and Supriya Joshi. At one point, Vineet joked, “Would you rather watch your parents breathe the 2.5 pm particulate or get the government to participate and solve it forever?” The joke got heavy applause and cheers from the audience. As the audience calmed down, Vineeth talked about the bad air quality in Mumbai and how it’s like ‘smoking 2.9 cigarettes per day’. He agreed that …

‘With lift span provision at Rameshwaram’s new Pamban bridge, even bigger vessels can pass easily’: R Srinivasan of RVNL | Mumbai News

‘With lift span provision at Rameshwaram’s new Pamban bridge, even bigger vessels can pass easily’: R Srinivasan of RVNL | Mumbai News

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The Pamban bridge, India’s first vertical lift railway sea bridge, is set to be inaugurated in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, in March, marking a major milestone in the country’s infrastructure. This modern marvel replaces the British-era Pamban Railway Bridge, which was commissioned in 1914 and featured a manually operated horizontal opening mechanism to facilitate ship movement. With rail services from the Indian mainland to Rameswaram island expected to resume by March, R Srinivasan, Senior Deputy General Manager at Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL), Chennai, in an interview with Sweety Adimulam of The Indian Express, spoke about the significance of the bridge and the challenges faced during its construction. Q: Can you explain the significance of the new Pamban Rail Bridge and it being the country’s first vertical lift bridge? R Srinivasan: The Pamban Bridge, located in Tamil Nadu, connects Rameswaram island with the Indian mainland. It is unique because it is the first vertical lift span bridge in India. It is the first of its kind in Asia as well. The Pamban sea bridge stretches over 2.10 km …