Robert Redford, A Legend of Screen and Spirit, Dies at 89 Robert Redford, the actor, director, and activist whose life and work transformed American cinema, has died at 89. He passed away at his home in Sundance, Utah, the place he cherished most, surrounded by loved ones. Born Charles Robert Redford Jr. in Santa Monica in 1936, he rose from modest beginnings to become one of the most enduring and soulful presences in film. With Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, and All the President’s Men, Redford became more than a movie star—he became a mirror of his times, carrying both the charm of a leading man and the weight of flawed, searching humanity. But Redford was never content to rest on stardom. With his directorial debut, Ordinary People, he revealed the depth of his artistry, telling a quiet, devastating story of loss that won him Oscars for both Best Director and Best Picture. He showed that cinema could heal by confronting pain, that beauty could live in truth. His greatest gift to future generations may be the Sundance Institute and its festival, which gave countless independent filmmakers the platform to be heard. In nurturing new voices, Redford extended his own restless vision, proving that art thrives in risk and rebellion. Beyond the screen, he fought tirelessly for the environment, for clean air and wild spaces, believing that storytelling and stewardship were bound together. His activism, like his acting, was born not of vanity but of conviction. Redford’s final appearance, a cameo in the series Dark Winds earlier this year, was brief but potent—a reminder that even in silence, his presence carried gravity. He leaves behind not only a body of unforgettable work, but also a spirit of generosity, resilience, and grace. Robert Redford was not merely an actor, not merely a director, but a dreamer who believed that stories could change the world. And in countless ways, his did. #RoberRedford #RIP
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Pune Set to Host the World’s Tallest Sambhaji Maharaj Statue Pune, September 2025 — Pimpri-Chinchwad is preparing to unveil a monumental tribute to Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, with the Statue of Hindubhushan nearing completion in Moshi-Borhadewadi. Standing at an imposing 140 feet atop a 40-foot pedestal, the statue will reach a total height of 180 feet, making it the tallest monument dedicated to Sambhaji Maharaj anywhere in the world. The ambitious project is part of a sprawling cultural complex named Shambhu Srishti. Conceived under the leadership of BJP MLA Mahesh Landge and developed with the support of the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation and Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority, the site is designed not just as a landmark but also as a center for history, culture, and education. The statue itself has already attracted international recognition, with the London Book of Records acknowledging it as the world’s tallest Sambhaji Maharaj statue. Recently, on September 14, thousands of devotees and cultural enthusiasts gathered for a grand tribute event that filled the air with the beats of 3,000 dhols and 1,000 tashas, while over 500 saffron flags were unfurled in honor of the Maratha king. The massive turnout highlighted the deep reverence and pride that Sambhaji Maharaj continues to inspire across Maharashtra. Beyond the towering bronze figure of the king, Shambhu Srishti will feature statues of Sambhaji’s commander-in-chief Hambirrao Mohite, sixteen Maratha sardars and mavlas, as well as intricately designed bronze murals narrating key episodes from history. Plans also include an open-air theatre and a holographic presentation hall that will chronicle Sambhaji Maharaj’s life, struggles, and legacy. #Pune #ChatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj #Chava #moshi
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NHAI uses drones & AI to remove highway encroachments The National Highways Authority of India is deploying drones and artificial intelligence to detect and remove encroachments (illegal parking, shops, dump sites etc.) on highways in Maharashtra. Over 1,600 notices issued; most encroachments cleared.
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Weather disruption in Maharashtra; possible school closure Due to heavy rain and thunderstorms, there are Orange & Red alerts. Cities like Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Raigad are especially affected. Schools may close depending on weather severity.
Controversy over Suryakumar Yadav’s Pahalgam tribute After the Asia Cup 2025 win vs Pakistan, Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the victory to the Pahalgam terror attack victims. The gesture has attracted both support and criticism online for being political
Heavy rains & thunderstorms in Nagpur / Vidarbha Nagpur saw darkness, waterlogging, and strong storms. Forecast: widespread rainfall, risk of flooding
Railways announces over 1,100 special trains to handle Diwali & Chhath travel rush.
NASA warning: Asteroid 2025 FA22, taller than Qutub Minar, will fly past Earth at ~24,000 mph.
