1. American actor Luke Perry died in California
• American actor Luke Perry has died in California at the age of 52, less than a week after suffering a massive stroke. The actor rose to fame for his roles in "Beverly Hills 90210" and "Riverdale".
• His publicist said Perry died surrounded by his family and friends. He was taken to hospital in Los Angeles, where he had been shooting scenes for Riverdale at the Warner Bros film lot.
2. Ajit Kumar Mohanty appointed Director of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
• Distinguished scientist Ajit Kumar Mohanty has been appointed Director of Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).
• It is the country`s premier multi-disciplinary nuclear research facility based in Mumbai. An order by the Ministry of Personnel and Training said Mohanty has been appointed Director for a period of three years.
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