Actor-Cricketer Dhruv Sharma passes away in Bengaluru
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Speech and hearing impaired Dhruv Sharma, who went on to become Sandalwood actor and professional cricket player, died from multiple-organ failure in Bengaluru today. The Indian deaf and dumb cricket team won the world cup under his captaincy. He also starred in many films. He was also one of the players of Sandalwood team in Celebrity Cricket League. Tap in for more from Bengaluru.
Sarjapura
20 Bengaluru lakes to be denotified
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Karnataka High Court
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Bengaluru Police
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Chamarajpet
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Mangaluru
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