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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Bangladesh: Hearing in Hasina's crimes against humanity case on July 1
The indictment hearing in the crimes against humanity case against Bangladesh's deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been set for July 1, the country's Crimes Tribunal announced on Tuesday (June 24, 2025). The cases are against Ms. Hasina, former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal and former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun for their role in the July-August mass uprising last year, state-run BSS reported. A three-member Bench of the Crimes Tribunal, led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mozumder, passed the order after the accused failed to appear before the court despite a notice seeking their surrender. Ms. Hasina, whose nearly 16-year Awami League regime was toppled last year in a student-led uprising on August 5, forcing her to leave the country for India, was accused of mass killings during the uprising and enforced disappearances earlier in the tribunal. State defence counsel would be appointed to represent Hasina and Kamal before the court, the tribunal stated. '...as per rule 31 of the International Crimes (Tribunal-1) Rules of Procedure 2010 (Amendment), 2025, they are hereby ordered to surrender at this tribunal on 24 June 2025. Otherwise, the trial will be held in their absence as per section 10A of the International Crimes (Tribunals) Act, 1973,' the report cited the notice seeking the surrender as stating. The prosecution in the formal charge brought five charges against Ms. Hasina, ,Mr. Kamal and Mr. Al-Mamun and the Crime Tribunal's investigation agency filed its probe report in the crimes against humanity and mass killing case on May 12, according to the report.
NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Hearing In Sheikh Hasina's Crimes Against Humanity Case On July 1
Dhaka: The indictment hearing in the crimes against humanity case against Bangladesh's deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina has been set for July 1, the country's crimes tribunal announced on Tuesday. The cases are against Hasina, former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal and former inspector general of police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun for their role in the July-August mass uprising last year, state-run BSS reported. A three-member bench of the crimes tribunal, led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mozumder, passed the order after the accused failed to appear before the court despite a notice seeking their surrender. Hasina, whose nearly 16-year Awami League regime was toppled last year in a student-led uprising on August 5, forcing her to leave the country for India, was accused of mass killings during the uprising and enforced disappearances earlier in the tribunal. State defence counsel would be appointed to represent Hasina and Kamal before the court, the tribunal stated. "...as per rule 31 of the International Crimes (Tribunal-1) Rules of Procedure 2010 (Amendment), 2025, they are hereby ordered to surrender at this tribunal on 24 June 2025. Otherwise, the trial will be held in their absence as per section 10A of the International Crimes (Tribunals) Act, 1973," the report cited the notice seeking the surrender as stating. The prosecution in the formal charge brought five charges against Hasina, Kamal and Al-Mamun and the crime tribunal's investigation agency filed its probe report in the crimes against humanity and mass killing case on May 12, according to the report.
Barnama
4 days ago
- Barnama
Labour Op: 52 Workers Screened In Labuan
LABUAN, June 24 (Bernama) -- A total of 52 workers, comprising 51 locals and one foreign national, were screened during a joint labour enforcement operation carried out at several service and cleaning company premises here today. The operation, led by the Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM), is part of its continued commitment to ensuring full compliance with national labour laws and to counter international allegations of forced labour practices in the country. JTKSM director-general Kamal Pardi said the operation involved a task force of 40 enforcement officers from various enforcement agencies. 'The operation reflected strong cooperation between JTKSM and several other agencies, including the Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM), Employees Provident Fund (EPF), Social Security Organisation (Perkeso), police, Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) and the Industrial Training Institute (ILP). 'The sole foreign worker inspected was identified as an Indonesian national,' he said to Bernama after the operation at the Labuan Airport today. Among the violations identified were employers failing to comply with the Minimum Wages Order and the Employment Act 1955, including paying wages below the minimum rate as stipulated under Section 43 of the Minimum Wages (Amendment) Order 2024. He said these offences are now under investigation, with the possibility of compounds and prosecution according to the relevant laws. Kamal said additional offences were detected by other participating agencies, and these include failure to contribute to Perkeso under Regulation 10(3) and Section 14(1) of the Employment Insurance System Act 2017 (Act 800), non-compliance with EPF contribution requirements under the EPF Act 1991, and immigration violations under Regulation 39(b) of the Immigration Regulations 1963 involving the misuse of the Temporary Work Visit Pass. 'JTKSM reiterated that it will continue to step up enforcement operations in collaboration with relevant agencies to ensure legal compliance and protect the welfare of workers.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actor started acting in 1960, became superstar, now lives in a bungalow worth Rs 131 crore, has net worth of Rs..., he is...
This famous star started his acting journey in 1960 during a time when cinema was still developing. He performed as a child actor in not just Hindi films but also in Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Bengali cinema. He not only performed in these films but also dedicated time to understanding the language and culture of each area to deliver his finest performances. In addition to regional languages, he acquired English and French, establishing himself as India's inaugural multi-language superstar. The King Of Versatility: Kamal Haasan Here we are talking about superstar Kamal Haasan, also known as Ulaganayagan, from his ardent admirers. He was born on 7 November 1954 in Paramakudi, Tamil Nadu. Apart from Hindi and Tamil, he has also worked in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Bengali films. Kamal Hassan is said to be the first superstar to charge 1 crore as a fee. He took this fee for a single film released in 1994. Kamal, who has been active in the acting world for the last 4 decades, has also worked as a background dancer in many films. He has also assisted in many South films. After many years of struggle, in 1974, he got the opportunity to play the lead role for the first time in the film 'Kanyakumari'. He also received his first Filmfare Award for this film. However, he had already made his acting debut with A. Bhimsingh's 'Kalathur Kannamma' at the age of just 4. Apart from this, he also played the role of a child actor in 5 other films. He also has the maximum number of Filmfare Awards in the history of Indian cinema. Kamal Haasan has received this award twice in Hindi and 19 times in South. It is also said that later he withdrew his name from the Filmfare Association so that a new actor could receive this award. Kamal Haasan's Astonishing Net Worth Kamal Haasan earns from many sources other than films. He likes to live a luxurious life. The bungalow in which he lives is worth Rs 131 crore. There are many luxury items in his house in Chennai. Kamal, who started his career as a child artist, also has a bungalow in London. According to reports, the actor charges 100 crores for every film and crores for hosting 'Bigg Boss' Tamil. Apart from acting, he also earns money from brand endorsements. He also has his own production house. He also has many luxury cars. According to reports by Money Control, the actor's net worth is Rs 600 crore.
The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Indian actor Kamal Haasan, 70, not slowing down especially in honing his craft
Renowned Indian actor Kamal Haasan, who was in Kuala Lumpur to promote his latest flick Thug Life , had just been asked by the Malaysian media if he's discovered anything new while making the film, and whether those discoveries were good or bad. The 70-year-old, who made his acting debut before he even turned six years old, smiled at the question before surmising that no one should strive to learn something bad. 'Only learn good things,' continued Kamal, whose real name is Parthasarathy Srinivasan. 'At a certain age, it is hard to distinguish what is good and what is bad. Thankfully, I've reached an age where I can tell the difference.' For him, every experience is valuable as 'even the bad experiences are a good thing as we learn from them'. 'In anything I do, including filmmaking, I learn from my mistakes. And the most important lesson is: don't repeat the same mistakes.' His words, regarded as gospel by some fans in India, set the tone for the rest of the 30-minute press conference. Kamal, also a politician, remained grounded even as he was showered with praise, graciously sharing nuggets of wisdom while revealing his continued ambition for meaningful work. 'I might seem larger on screen, but when I stand among you, we're all the same height,' he said with a smile. Kamal Haasan meets the Malaysian press. Photo: LOW BOON TAT/The Star. Kamal, who got an honorary doctorate for his contribution to cinema in 2019, has earned a reputation for being a risk-taker and a forward thinker. When it was unheard of for a macho Indian leading man to play a woman onscreen, he embraced the challenge in Avvai Shanmughi (1996), donning a wig and saree to play an elderly lady. In Aalavandhan (2001), he used Japanese manga-style animation to depict violent scenes – an idea that reportedly inspired Hollywood director Quentin Tarantino for his Kill Bill movies. Kamal's 2013 film Vishwaroopam was the first Indian movie to use Auro 3D sound technology. 'New technology is something we all use. That's the reason why people are upgrading their old phones to new ones every year,' explained the three-time recipient of India's National Film Awards' Best Actor trophy for Moondram Pirai , Nayakan and Indian . 'I myself am not a technology creator, I just use new technology so credit should be given to those who come up with the new technology.' In Avvai Shanmughi (1996), the actor wore a wig and saree to play an elderly lady. Photo: Handout The father of two daughters said that he's always looking into new technology for use in films as fans are asking for new innovations and new experiences every time they go to cinema to watch a film. 'Technology keeps evolving. What was once a big deal – like a 150-megapixel camera – is now in your pocket.' To stay updated, Kamal even enrolled in a short artificial intelligence course at an institute in the United States last September. 'Many people use AI without realising it – like when searching on your phone. 'AI is just another step into the future. I believe it can be a powerful tool for the film industry.' Despite his enthusiasm for AI, Kamal dismissed any suggestion of using it to remake his old films. 'What's the point of doing something I've already done?' he said. 'I'd rather work on something new – and as fans, I think you would want that too.' The Hey Ram actor compared choosing new projects to shopping: 'When you shop, you look for a new design or colour to add to your wardrobe. 'It's the same logic I use when making a new film.' Indian music director, singer AR Rahman (left), film director Mani Ratnam (centre) and actor Kamal Haasan (right) pose as they attend a press conference for their upcoming Indian Hindi-Tamil-language gangster action-drama film 'Thug Life' in Mumbai on May 20, 2025. Photo: AFP Perhaps his aversion to revisiting past projects is the reason why it took Kamal 38 years to reunite with his Nayakan (1987) director, Mani Ratnam. Although fans have long clamoured for their reunion since the release of the iconic gangster drama Nayakan, it's only now – decades later – that Kamal and Mani have come together again for Thug Life , which the Indian media has dubbed a 'spiritual sequel' to the classic. In this one, Kamal doesn't only act but is also a co-writer and a producer. Set in the criminal underworld, Thug Life follows Sakthivel (Kamal) a gangster in New Delhi with a group of trusted men. Following an unwanted incident, Sakthivel takes in orphaned Amar and raises him as his own son. After spending two years in prison, Sakthivel returns to find that his trusted men now follow Amar, the man he once named as his successor. Feeling betrayed and driven by the loss of a loved one, Sakthivel embarks on a ruthless path of revenge – determined to destroy anyone who stands in his way. The film also stars Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami and Joju George. The music is composed by Oscar winner AR Rahman. Reflecting on working with Mani again after three decades, Kamal said: 'Our friendship has only grown stronger. People say friendship fades after you become family – but not for us.' What has changed, Kamal added, is that both he and Mani have evolved. 'Director Mani Ratnam has refined his craft and is delivering quality films, and you'll see that in Thug Life.' He continued: 'I'm just a fan of cinema at heart. I became a producer to back films I believe in. This film is a reflection of that.' On the set of Nayakan with Mani Ratnam (centre). Photo: Handout While the Thevar Magan actor has an affinity for playing men who won't back down, the same can be said of Kamal himself. Just a week before Thug Life 's release in India, he sparked controversy by saying at an event that the Kannada language used by the majority in the Indian state of Karnataka 'was born out of Tamil'. This remark triggered a political storm. Karnataka leaders reportedly reacted by banning the film's release in the state. Kamal refused to apologise. In response, his production company pulled the film from the state entirely – knowingly forfeiting box-office revenue. So when asked by Malaysian media about playing a man pushed to the edge in Thug Life , Kamal responded: 'I don't need to act as a man pushed to the edge – I am that man. 'I've been there many times. I don't need to explain when or how – but if you look closely, you'll see. I've been through it all. 'And when I fight back, I do it with honesty, dedication and truth. That's something no one can touch. No one can punish me for that.' Thug Life is showing at cinemas nationwide.
