Morning Digest: Singer S. Janaki passes away; England beats Norway to reach World Cup semis, and more
This digest covers the death of legendary singer S. Janaki, England's World Cup semifinal advancement, and political updates including Iran's vow of revenge and Indian electoral roll revisions. It also notes government directives regarding the national anthem and foreign funding regulations for NGOs.
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The legendary playback singer S. Janaki , whose extraordinary voice dominated South Indian cinema for decades and whose songs continue to resonate across generations, died in Mysuru on Saturday (July 11, 2026). She was 88 years old.
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has asked the States and Central Ministries to “strictly comply” with its directive that National Song Vande Mataram be played before Jana Gana Mana , the National Anthem, whenever both are performed at official events.
Jude Bellingham scored in the third minute of extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018. Bellingham's goal was his second of the game — he also had an equaliser late in the first half.
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