Tyres of Paks terror now punctured: PM

Art 370 abrogation biggest tribute to Patel *Hands which held bombs now begging Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today dubbed the Congress party a disciple of Pakistan, and targeted Rahul Gandhi saying the neighbouring country was eager to make the shehzada of the grand old party Indias next Prime Minister as the countrys enemies want a weak Government to be at the helm. Addressing mega election rallies in Anand and Jamnagar in Gujarat, he said that [] The post Tyres of Paks terror now punctured: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Amid Kshatriya stir in Gujarat, PM Modi meets Jamnagar royal

Amid Kshatriya stir in Gujarat PM Modi meets Jamnagar royal

Modi hails Rajputs, meets Jamnagar royal amid stir

Ahead of his poll rally in Jamnagar on Thursday evening, Modi met Jam Saheb Shatrusalyasinhji at his residence in the city.

Amid Kshatriya stir, PM Modi showers praise on Rajputs, meets Jamnagar royal

Kshatriyas protest Rupala's remarks, Modi visits Jamnagar royal family, praises sacrifices. Rupala BJP candidate for Rajkot seat. Modi meets Jam Saheb Shatrusalyasinhji, wears royal turban. Bhuchar Mori battle, Kathiawar, Mughal army, Gujarat, Rajputs, Britishers, 'mahasammelans', agitating Rajputs highlighted.

Amid Ongoing agitations, PM Modi Acknowledges Rajputs, Meets Jamnagar Royal

Amid Ongoing agitations, PM Modi Acknowledges Rajputs, Meets Jamnagar Royal As Kshatriyas continue to protest against Union minister Parshottam Rupala over his remarks on erstwhile maharajas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday visited the scion of the Jamnagar royal family and praised the community for its sacrifices. Rupala is the BJP candidate for the Rajkot Lok Sabha seat, which goes to polls on May 7. Ahead of his poll rally in Jamnagar on Thursday evening, Modi met Jam Saheb Shatrusalyasinhji at his residence in the city. Upon reaching Jamnagar, went to the residence of Jam Saheb Shri Shatrusalyasinhji and had a wonderful interaction with him. Meeting him is always a delight. His warmth and wisdom are exemplary, Modi said on X. He also shared photos of Shatrusalyasinhji, the last person to hold the title of Maharaja of Nawanagar, putting a halari paghdi (royal turban) on Modi's head. Later, Modi reached the rally venue wearing the headgear. Addressing the rally, Modi recalled the battle of Bhuchar Mori, which was fought in 1591 between the army of Kathiawar led by Nawanagar State and the Mughal army at the Bhuchar Mori plateau near Dhrol in Jamnagar district. The battle, which was won by the Mughal army, resulted in a large number of casualties on both sides. When I was chief minister in Gujarat, some Kshatriya community leaders came to meet me and invited me to attend an event at Bhuchar Mori. One of them told me though we are inviting you, we know that you will not come, said the PM, who held three more rallies in the state during the day. Modi said when he asked the person why he made such a comment, the person told him that no chief minister had gone there in the past because someone had spread a rumour that if a CM visited that place, he would lose his chief ministership. I told them that I would definitely come because my CM's post held no value against the sacrifice of the Kshatriya community. And I attended that event, Modi said. The Kshatriya community, also known as Rajputs, is angry with Rupala for his statement about former rulers. Rupala had triggered a row by claiming that erstwhile maharajas succumbed to the persecution by foreign rulers and Britishers and even married off their daughters to them. The Kshatriya community in Gujarat strongly objected to the remarks as the majority of the erstwhile royals were Rajputs. Since the BJP did not remove Rupala as its Rajkot candidate as demanded by the agitating Rajputs, the community has launched a state-wide stir and announced to hold four mahasammelans or mega gatherings ahead of the May 7 polls to defeat BJP in at least 10 seats in Gujarat, including Rajkot and Jamnagar.

PM: Congress's Assembly Election Strategy Aims to Divide Society Along Caste Lines and Unite Vote Bank Through Appeasement

PM: Congress's Assembly Election Strategy Aims to Divide Society Along Caste Lines and Unite Vote Bank Through Appeasement Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Congress was fighting the 2024 Lok Sabha polls with the twin strategy of dividing society in the name of caste and uniting its vote bank through appeasement. Addressing a rally in Jamnagar in Gujarat, the PM said the Congress government in Karnataka issued a ''fatwa'' overnight to include Muslims in the Other Backward Classes segment to give them quota benefits. ''The Congress is contesting elections on two strategies. The first is to divide society in the name of caste and the second is unite its vote bank through appeasement,'' Modi said. He further said the Congress planned to change the Constitution to give reservation on the basis of religion. This is why the Congress party spread an ''absolute rumour'' regarding (curtailing of) reservations to Dalits, Adivasis and OBCs and tried to make it an election agenda, the PM said. The Congress is trying to take away reservations of SCs, STs and OBCs and give these benefits to Muslims. In Karnataka, 27 per cent OBC quota was ''looted overnight'' by the Congress to appease its vote bank, whereas those who drafted the Constitution were clear that religion-based quota could not be provided, the PM said. ''The Constituent Assembly did not have leaders from BJP, RSS. Scholars like Babasaheb Ambedkar were present and after detailed discussions they decided that reservation cannot be given in the name of religion as it would create a grave danger for the country,'' he said. ''The poison sprayed by Congress has gone very high and I don't know to what places it will spread by end of this election,'' the PM said, adding the opposition party's leaders were at the forefront of supporting ''terrorists'' and were now calling for ''vote jihad''. The then prime minster served as the guest of Kashmiri separatists and Congress leaders came forward to save Ajmal Kasab, the lone gunman arrested after the 26/11 terror attack on Mumbai, Modi said. ''Books were written to save jihadis of the Mumbai terror attack and a Congress leader released (one such) book. In Delhi, when terrorists were killed at Batla House, the 'madam' of the Congress could not stop tears. When Afzal Guru was sentenced to hang, people from this ecosystem reached the Supreme Court and the President,'' the PM said. These people are now calling for ''vote jihad'' (religion based voting to stop the BJP), he pointed out. Slamming the Congress' manifesto, Modi said it was a sign of danger for the country. ''INDI alliance leaders are asking Muslim voters to go for vote jihad. It is not something being uttered by a child studying in a madrassa but by Congress leaders who come from highly educated families,'' the PM said. ''''The kind of language that the Muslim League used, the narrative on which the country was divided are unfortunately the same on the basis of which they are seeking votes,'' he said. The Congress leaves no opportunity to mock ''our faith'' but would it dare to make fun of anything related to other religions, the PM asked. ''They boycott the Ram Temple, they call Dwarka a lie. They say we will make Lord Shiva and Lord Ram fight and ensure Ram's defeat. The 'shehzada' of the Congress even ridiculed my offering prayers in submerged Dwarka. Therefore, I say we should be careful of the Congress,'' the PM said. The Congress' politics started with false propaganda and has now fallen into despair, Modi said. ''The Congress has the same frustration and hatred towards the country's development that it once had for Gujarat. While India's stature is rising across the world, the shehzada of the Congress and his ecosystem go abroad and defame our country with long lectures,'' the PM said in a swipe at Rahul Gandhi. When the Congress-led UPA was unseated in 2014, the country's economy was the 11th largest in the world, whereas India was ranked 6th when it gained Independence, the PM pointed out. ''They were intellectuals. However, then came a chaiwala who had Gujarati blood and the economy rose to 5th rank,'' the PM said, adding he did not seek people's blessings for power, prestige and position but to fulfil the pledge of making India the third largest economy. ''You can imagine how much the world's attitude will change towards India when we achieve third rank. India will be self-reliant and will not have to spread its hand before the world for anything. I need blessings to make such an India,'' Modi asserted. Slamming the Congress' ''scholars'' for claiming that the country's economy would achieve third rank by itself and for stating that poverty can be removed in an instant, Modi said these persons had never thought about facing and overcoming challenges and solving problems. ''When the intentions are clean, the results are grand,'' the PM emphasised. Modi said he has three challenges for the Congress, and these are, firstly, giving in writing whether it would provide religion-based quota to Muslims by changing the Constitution, secondly, not taking away reservation benefits of Dalits, tribals and OBCs, and thirdly, that its state governments will not run a hidden agenda of including Muslims in the OBC segment. ''Will Modi stay silent when the country is facing such dangers? Will he ever allow the country to be divided? As long as Modi is alive, he will not allow the country to be divided again in the name of religion,'' he asserted. The Congress' leaders, instead of responding (to such challenges) are misleading the public, he added. Voting on 25 of Gujarat's 26 Lok Sabha seats will take place on May 7. The BJP has won the Surat seat unopposed.

Assam: Two elephants detained in Manas National Park while en route to Ambanis Vantara

Guwahati: Two elephants, one adult female and one calf, were detained on Thursday by forest officials in lower Assams Barpeta Road. The elephants were being transported in an animal ambulance (GJ01TX7461) from Tripura to a facility called Vantara, located within Reliance Industries Jamnagar refinery complex in Gujarat. Vantara, an amalgam of theRadhe Krishna Temple Elephant [] The post Assam: Two elephants detained in Manas National Park while en route to Ambanis Vantara appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Kshatriyas up ante, protest against BJP Jamnagar nominee

AHMEDABAD : The BJPs Jamnagar candidate Poonam Maadam encountered resistance from members of Gujarats Rajput community, which is angry over the partys Rajkot candidate Parshottam Rupalas comments. Rupala, attending a Dalit event on March 22 this year, had said that the erstwhile Maharajas broke bread with the British and also married off their daughters to them, invited the ire of the Kshatriya community. The Saurashtra region of Gujarat had been on the boil ever since, with Rajput community demanding an apology from Rupala. During a campaign in the city on Monday night, BJPs Jamnagar candidate Poonam Maadam too encountered protests from youths brandishing black flags. When stopped, Maadam shouted at the mob, saying, Enough, now stop the protest and agitation. The police on duty detained some Kshatriya youths, but released later. Kishorsinh Jadeja, a Kshatriya youth, told media that Rajputs are not only angry with Rupala. We are angry with the party too. Our demand was very simple, to withdraw Rupala from the fray. But the ruling party did not agree. Campaigning had become difficult for Maadam. Party sources said she could not address a small gathering just 100 metres away from her residence in Jamnagar.

LS polls: PM Modi to campaign in Gujarat today

LS polls: PM Modi to campaign in Gujarat today New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address one public meeting each in Gujarats Anand, Surendranagar, Junagadh and Jamnagar on Thursday. Prime Minister Modi will address a public meeting in Anand at 11 a.m., followed by another one in Surendranagar at 1 p.m., third one [] The post LS polls: PM Modi to campaign in Gujarat today appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Meet Mukesh Ambani and Anil Ambani's lesser known sisters Nina Kothari, Dipti Salgaocar

Both sisters were spotted at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding celebrations in Gujarat's Jamnagar this year.

PM Modi appeals people of Gujarat to vote for stable government

AHMEDABAD: During an election campaign in his home state, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public meeting at Deesa, and appealed to the people of Gujarat to vote for a stable government. He appealed that on the voting day (May 7) even if the mercury is at its peak, you should vote without fail. He also claimed that the voting for the Lok Sabha elections was recently concluded in Rajasthan, which has 25 seats and Congress losing all seats. Congress is busy defaming me and running a malicious campaign against it in the name 'Chailwala' or 'Chokidar Chor hai' or flying a Rafale replica and were mocking my government's decision to buy Rafale fighters, he stressed. After addressing the public meeting in Deesa, his second one was scheduled at Himmatnagar. With these two rallies, Modi is targeting to address voters of four constituencies in North Gujarat, viz., Sabarkantha, Mehsana, Banaskantha and Patan. On Thursday, he will address five public rallies in Gujarat, Anand, Surendranagar, Junagadh, and Jamnagar. With these rallies, he will be covering central Gujarat's four seats and seven seats in Saurashtra. On the 65th foundation day of Gujarat, the PM appealed to the people of Gujarat to pledge to make the state a developed one. Modi addressing the voters in Deesa of Patan district said, I am thankful to you all that you gave me a long opportunity to serve the state as Chief Minister which helped me garner a lot of experience in governance. As Chief Minister you have trained and groomed me a lot. I am happy that your training has helped me to serve the country best and achieve goals. I have served the country to my best, In the third term as prime minister of India, I will ensure that India becomes the world's third biggest economy, he added.

Beyond Fame, Meet Mukesh and Anil Ambani's Lesser Known Sisters Who Have Achieved Success In Their Own Ways

Both Mukesh and Anil Ambani'ssisters were spotted at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding celebrations recently in Jamnagar.

In Gujarat, BJP's Richest Candidate Has Assets Worth Rs 147 Ccrore

Bharatiya Janata Party's Jamnagar Lok Sabha candidate Poonam Maadam is the richest in the poll fray in Gujarat with assets of Rs 147 crore, as per the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR).

Entertainment: Anant Ambani Radhika Pre-Wedding Fucntion!

Anant Ambani Radhika Pre-Wedding Fucntion: Preparations for the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are going on in full swing. If reports are to be believed, both will take seven rounds in July this year. The pre-wedding function of these two stars was organized in Jamnagar. In which famous personalities from all over the world participated. Now recently it was claimed on a social media fan page that Radhika and Anant Ambani held a private pre-wedding party at Stoke Park Estate in London. In which Pakistani singer Atif Aslam performed. Not only this, but everyone at this party was mesmerized by the beauty of the singer's wife Sara. According to the news published in The Express Tribune, Radhika and Anant had a party in London. Its photo has been shared by the Ambani fan page. It has been claimed that Atif Aslam created a stir during the live concert at Radhika and Anant's party. Singer has also shared some photos of this event which are attracting people's attention. On this occasion, people who were crazy about his wife Sara, Atif Aslam was seen wearing black colored jeans, a black shirt, and a golden and cream-colored jacket on top. Behind which AA was written. His wife Sara (Atif Aslam) was seen wearing a golden and cream-colored long bodycon shimmery dress matching Atif's jacket. As soon as Sara got out of the car, Atif himself was seen opening the car door for his wife. Seeing the open hair and glowing face, everyone is praising the beauty of Sara Bharwana. Imran Khan also performed. If media reports are to be believed, Pakistani singer Imran Khan also gave a tremendous performance. He sang many hit songs like 'Bewafa', 'Amplifier', 'Aaja Ve Mahiya' and 'Satisfia'.

Ambanis to host one more pre-wedding bash: Date and venue

Mumbai: The Ambanis spare no expense when it comes to celebrating special occasions within their family. Their youngest son, Anant Ambani, is set to wed Radhika Merchant, and the pre-wedding festivities have been nothing short of extravagant. The couple recently marked their pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar, Gujarat, from March 1 to 3, creating a spectacle Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

BJP wants to weaken democracy and people of nation...: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

BJP wants to weaken democracy and people of nation...: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party wants to weaken the democracy in the country and has pressurised every institution in the last 10 years to not comment against it. Addressing an election rally in Valsad, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said, They (BJP) want to weaken the democracy and people of the nation. Institutions that protect your rights be it media have been weakened. Media used to ask us every day but nothing of that sort is happening today. Referring to remarks of BJP leader Anantkumar Hegde on ewriting constitution, Priyanka Gandhi said that it is a dangerous trend. You must have seen, the BJP leaders have said that they want to change the Constitution and PM Modi contradicts that statement. This is a dangerous trend. This constitution has given you all the rights, then what's the need to change it? she asked. She further went on to slam the BJP for argeting opposition leaders. PM Modi is weakening the democracy. He is attacking the opposition daily. He froze Congress' bank accounts. Two Chief Ministers are in jail, my brother (Rahul Gandhi) was also almost kicked out of Parliament. 150 members were suspended in the Winter session recently, only Modiji is honest, she said. Gujarat will vote on all 25 seats out of 26 in a single phase, which is slated for the third phase on May 7, 2024. BJP candidate Mukesh Dalal was elected unopposed in Surat after nomination papers of the Congress party's candidate Nilesh Kumbhani were rejected after his three proposers claimed in an affidavit to the district election officer that they had not signed his nomination form. The third phase will include constituencies from Kutch, Banaskantha, Patan, Mehsana, Sabarkantha, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad East, Ahmedabad West, Surendranagar, Rajkot, Porbandar, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Amreli, Bhavnagar, Anand, Kheda, Panchmahal, Dahod, Vadodara, Chhota Udaipur, Bharuch, Bardoli, Navsari, and Valsad. (ANI)

BJPs Lok Sabha candidate Poonamben Maadam inaugurates partys central election offices in four assemblies

BILKULONLINE Ahmedabad, April 26:As the election atmosphere heats up across Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency, Central Election Offices were opened by The post BJPs Lok Sabha candidate Poonamben Maadam inaugurates partys central election offices in four assemblies appeared first on Bilkul Online .

This Indian King has many roads named after him in Poland as reward for...

Maharaja Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja of Jamnagar, Gujarat, showed kindness and empathy towards the Polish refugees, who were in dire need of help.

Check Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchants wedding guest list

Mumbai: The pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant garnered global attention as prominent figures gathered in Jamnagar, Gujarat, to join in the festivities with the Ambani family. The upcoming wedding of the cherished couple is now highly anticipated by all. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant Wedding: A Grand Affair After much speculation, sources Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Not India, Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant are tying knot in

Mumbai: The pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant captured worldwide attention as esteemed personalities came together under one roof in Jamnagar, Gujarat, to celebrate with the Ambani family. Now, all eyes are eagerly awaiting the grand wedding of the beloved couple. Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant Wedding Date, Venue Latest reports suggest a twist Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Kshatriya community in Gujarat intensifies protests against BJP candidate Parshottam Rupala

AHMEDABAD: Tensions are rising in Gujarat as the Kshatriya community confronts Rajkot BJP candidate, Parshottam Rupala, and the BJP. Despite persistent protests, Rupala proceeded to submit his nomination for the Rajkot Lok Sabha seat on April 16. In response, the Kshatriya community has declared a fresh wave of protests. Beginning Saturday, Rajput women will initiate a relay hunger strike across Gujarat, persisting until the voting day on May 7. In addition, symbolic 'dharm-raths' will be showcased in five areas as a form of dissent against the BJP. PT Jadeja, the leader of the Kshatriya Community in Rajkot, addressed reporters on Saturday, expressing a stance regarding BJP candidate Parshottam Rupala. Gujarat: Caste cauldron causes unease in BJP as Patidar, Kshatriya get into fight We are granting the BJP time until April 22 for Parshottam Rupala to withdraw his candidacy, or for the government to intervene and withdraw his nomination. If the government fails to act, we will initiate a vigorous protest against the BJP, he said. Furthermore, PT Jadeja declared, Part 2 of the Kshatriya Community movement has begun, spearheaded by the Kshatriya Coordinating Committee in Ahmedabad. We have outlined arrangements for conventions in Anand and Vadodara, recognizing their substantial Kshatriya voter base. Expect the announcement of dates and venues shortly. Moreover, I urge the Kshatriya Community to cast their votes against the BJP. Jadeja stated, In eight key districts Patan, Banaskantha, Bharuch, Sabarkantha, Surendranagar, Rajkot, Bhavnagar, and Jamnagar of Gujarat with a significant Rajput voter base, we have devised a strategy to challenge the BJP. Our plan involves mobilizing one Rajput youth to encourage three others to vote against the BJP. This movement will extend to rural regions, where an oath will be administered to oppose the BJP across various zones. BJP leaders divided over Kshatriya community protests in Gujarat Karansinh Chavda, spokesperson for the Rajput Coordination Committee, announced, Starting this Saturday, Rajput women will embark on a relay hunger strike throughout Gujarat, persisting until voting day on May 7. Additionally, 'dharm-raths' (chariots) will be mobilized across five zones in opposition to the BJP. In response to the recent ban by Ahmedabad police on displaying black flags during poll rallies and protests against candidates, Chavda stated that youth and women will instead wave orange flags. He further declared that the community intends to file a PIL against this notification, citing it as an infringement on freedom of speech. The community is incensed with Rupala following his remarks in a recent campaign rally, where he referenced collaborations between several Rajput rulers and foreign invaders, citing 'roti and beti' (trade and marriage) relations with them. Despite ongoing protests over the past few weeks, Rupala has filed his nomination from the seat on April 16th.

Son of Jamnagar locksmith cracks UPSC exam without tuition

Son of Jamnagar locksmith cracks UPSC exam without tuition

This wedding in the Swiss Alps beat even the Ambani Jamnagar gala

This wedding in the Swiss Alps beat even the Ambani Jamnagar gala

Gujarat: Only 4 women candidates figure in BJP and Congress lists

AHMEDABAD: Despite the rhetoric surrounding womens empowerment and the advocacy for a 33 per cent reservation for women, political parties in Gujarat display reluctance in nominating female candidates for electoral positions. Both the BJP and Congress, as major parties in the state, are guilty of this reluctance. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP secured six women MPs out of 26 seats in Gujarat. However, in the current 2024 elections, the BJP has fielded only four women candidates. Similarly, the Congress party has also nominated just four women candidates for the Lok Sabha elections this time. Its worth noting that Gujarat has approximately 2.39 crore women voters, constituting around 50 per cent of the total registered voters. The representation of women MPs and candidates in Gujarat is on a consistent decline. Among the total of 26 seats in Gujarat, both major parties have only nominated four women candidates collectively. Among the four women nominated by the BJP are Poonam Madam for the Jamnagar seat, Shobhana Baraiya for the Sabar Kantha seat, Neemu Bambhania for the Bhavnagar seat, and Rekha Ben Chaudhary for the Banas Kantha seat. Notably, in the upcoming elections, a Congresswoman candidate will be contesting against a BJP woman candidate for the Banaskantha seat in North Gujarat. This marks the sole instance in Gujarat where both BJP and Congress have fielded female candidates against each other. Among the four women candidates nominated by the Congress party, Geni Ben Thakor is contesting from the Banaskantha seat. Additionally, Congress has fielded Sonal Patel from the Gandhinagar seat, where Union Home Minister Amit Shah is contesting. Other notable nominations include Jeni Thummar in Amreli and Prabha Taviyad in Dahod. Remarkably, there are nine constituencies in Gujarat where no woman candidate from any party has ever been elected, including Ahmedabad West, Gandhinagar, Porbandar, Patan, Panchmahal, Kheda, Bharuch, Valsad, and Navsari Representation of women on decline The representation of women MPs and candidates in Gujarat is on a consistent decline. Of 26 seats in Gujarat, both major parties have only nominated four women candidates each

Janhvi Kapoor throws lavish 'Princess Diaries' bridal shower for Radhika Merchant, shares stunning photos

Bollywood beauty Janhvi Kapoor recently offered her fans an exclusive glimpse into Radhika Merchant's bridal shower, a celebration filled with joy and excitement. The event, themed 'Princess Diaries,' served as a glamorous bachelorette party hosted by Jhanvi herself in honor of the radiant bride-to-be, Radhika Merchant. Sharing heartfelt moments from the occasion, Jhanvi Kapoor shared photographs capturing the essence of the event, showcasing the beaming faces of Radhika and her bridesmaids. Radiating elegance, Radhika adorned a stunning white outfit, complemented by a regal crown, while her bridesmaids shimmered in pink pyjamas and tiaras, adding a touch of enchantment to the festivities. Among the attendees were Shikhar Pahariya, Janhvi's boyfriend, along with Anant, Isha, Shloka, and Radhika's elder sister Anjali, all of whom were captured sharing in the joyous occasion. Radhika herself took to social media, expressing her gratitude and excitement, proclaiming herself lessed with the best. As anticipation mounts, the wedding of Anant and Radhika, set for July 12 in Mumbai, promises to be a spectacular affair, following their engagement in December 2022. The couple had previously hosted pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar on March 1, which were attended by an array of prominent figures, turning the event into a star-studded affair.

Gujarat businessman, wife donate 200 crore wealth, embrace monkhood

AHMEDABAD: In a remarkable display of devotion and selflessness, Bhaveshbhai Bhandari and his wife Jinal Bhandari, residents of Himmatnagar in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district, have generously donated nearly 200 crore and embraced monkhood. Their decision to embark on a journey for salvation comes after they humbly offered all their wealth during a ceremony held in February. They were following the noble example set by their 19-year-old daughter and 16-year-old son, who embraced monkhood in 2022. Bhaveshbhai, formerly engaged in the construction business, and his wife have been inspired by their children's commitment to the ascetic path. Their actions serve as a poignant reminder of the power of selflessness and the pursuit of spiritual fulfillment over material possessions. In a statement to the media, Dilip Gandhi, an acquaintance, emphasized the significance of monkhood in Jain society. He highlighted that monks are required to lead a life of austerity, which includes begging for sustenance and renouncing modern comforts such as air conditioning, fans, and mobile phones. Additionally, they are expected to traverse the country barefoot as part of their spiritual journey. Bhavesh and Jinal are set to embark on the path of monkhood on April 22nd. They will be among 36 individuals who will undergo initiation during a ceremony scheduled at the riverfront in Ahmedabad. The choice made by the Bhandari family, renowned for their substantial wealth, has captured widespread attention throughout the state. Before this event, in another similar incident in Jamnagar, a wealthy family spanning three generations initiated the process of monkhood at Girnar Darshan Jain Dharmashala in Junagadh last month. The woman of the family had taken initiation in Surat a month-and-a-half earlier, inspiring the father-son duo and grandson to follow suit. Notably, the grandson has completed his CA final exams. This marked the first instance in the state where three generations simultaneously embraced monkhood. Ajitbhai Shantilal Shah, originally from Sinhor and now residing in Jamnagar, along with his son Kaushikbhai Ajitbhai Shah and grandson Viralbhai Kaushikbhai Shah, expressed their desire to embark on the path of asceticism.

Entertainment: Janhvi Kapoor in Radhika Merchant bridal shower!

Janhvi Kapoor in Radhika Merchant bridal shower: Last month, the Ambani family hosted a pre-wedding event for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Almost all the celebrities of Bollywood had come to participate in this event which ran from 1st to 3rd March in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Janhvi Kapoor was also among them, who is also one of the best friends of bride to be Radhika Merchant. Now recently, Janhvi Kapoor once again became a part of Radhika's pink themed bridal shower and also shared its pictures. Not only Indian celebs, but many big celebrities from abroad also reached Jamnagar to attend the pre-wedding event of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. International star Rihanna also performed in this pre-wedding celebration. Photo of Radhika Merchant's bridal shower went viral. Now recently, Janhvi Kapoor participated in the bridal shower of bride to be Radhika Merchant. The theme of this bridal shower was pink. Janhvi Kapoor shared two pictures of the bridal shower in her Insta stories. In the first picture, eight girls are seen wearing pink colored dresses, among whom Radhika Merchant is sitting. Janhvi Kapoor was seen in pink night suit While in the second picture all the girls are seen wearing pink colored satin night suits. Janhvi Kapoor has reposted the pictures shared by Radhika Merchant in her Insta stories. Only Janhvi Kapoor is seen among the Bollywood celebs in these pictures. While posting these pictures, Janhvi has given the caption, 'Blessed with the best.' Janhvi Kapoor had created a blast. Let us tell you that in the pre-wedding event of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, Janhvi Kapoor had created a blast with Rihanna on the popular track 'Zhingat' from her film 'Dhadak'. Apart from this, Janhvi also performed in this event with Sara Ali Khan, Ananya Pandey and sister Khushi Kapoor. Janhvi Kapoor on the work front: Talking about the work front, Janhvi Kapoor will soon be seen in 'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi' with Rajkummar Rao. Apart from this, Janhvi Kapoor will also be seen in 'Devra: Part One' with Jr. NTR, Saif Ali Khan, Prakash Raj. Apart from this, she will also be seen in the film 'Ulj'.

IAF managed over 600 flights for Ambani pre-wedding bash in Jamnagar: Report

The recently concluded Ambani pre-wedding festivities were the talk of the town, attended by the whos who of entertainment, technology, business, philanthropy and politics, both Indian and global, descending Jamnagar, where the events were held. Stars such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, and business magnates like Bill Gates, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Janhvi Kapoor drops pics from Radhika Merchant's bridal shower, shows off pink party vibe

Janhvi Kapoor drops pics from Radhika Merchant's bridal shower, shows off pink party vibe Ahead of the soon-to-be wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, Janhvi Kapoor and BFFs of the bride-to-be organized a bridal shower for her. Janhvi on Sunday shared some unseen moments from the bridal shower on her Instagram stories. The first picture shows eight girls wearing pink gathered around the bride-to-be, who looked lovely in her white satin nightwear with feather details. Kapoor reposted Radhika's post, which expressed gratitude for her friends with the caption that read, Blessed with the best.' Earlier Janhvi also attended the grand pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The three-day pre-wedding festivities of the couple were held in Jamnagar from March 1 to March 3. Celebs and noted personalities from across the world had congregated in Gujarat for the festivities. Among the guests were Bollywood celebs like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Akshay Kumar and famous sports personalities such as MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar. Meanwhile, on the work front, Janhvi will be next seen in 'Mr and Mrs Mahi,' which is set to hit cinemas on May 31 this year. Janhvi was last seen in the 2023 romantic drama 'Bawaal,' directed by Nitesh Tiwari and co-starring Varun Dhawan. Her upcoming projects include pairing with Rajkummar Rao in 'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi.' She will also be seen in the Pan-India film 'Devara' which also stars Saif Ali Khan and NTR Jr in the lead roles. (ANI)

Active interventions of Poonamben Maadam in Parliament have immensely benefited people of Jamnagar, Dwarka

Ahmedabad, April 14:As curtains fell on 17th Lok Sabha, the statistics of the Lok Sabha Secretariat show that Jamnagar MP The post Active interventions of Poonamben Maadam in Parliament have immensely benefited people of Jamnagar, Dwarka appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Nothing screams fame louder than being a Quiet celebrity

Last month, my Instagram feed was just Jamnagar. As celebrities posted their outfits and their dance moves, and footage from the great Ambani pre-wedding racked up millions of views online, I decided to do my...

Meet man who owns Rs 54 crore watch, more expensive than Anant Ambani's Rs 8.2 crore watch, his net worth is..

Mukesh and Nita Ambani's youngest son Anant Ambani, who recently celebrated his pre-wedding festivities with Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, is especially fond of expensive watches. Anant Ambani owns some of the most unique and expensive watches in the world.

Salman Khan trolled for singing Animal song with B Praak at Anant Ambani's birthday bash: 'Gaana kharaab kar diya'

Salman Khan sang the Animal song Saari Duniya Jalaa Denge with B Praak at Anant Ambani's pre-birthday bash in Jamnagar. The superstar actor was brutally trolled for uining the track.

Another Ambanis event in Jamnagar, Salman Khan to perform

Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Tuesday arrived in Jamnagar to grace Anant Ambanis lavish birthday party with his presence. Anant, who is turning 29 on 10th April, is the youngest heir of Reliance Industries. Salman Khan Lands In Jamnagar The candid arrival of Salman Khan in Jamnagar added to the excitement of Anant Ambanis Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Amid viral video of Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant with 20 security cars at Dubai mall; Salman Khan, Orry, Shikhar Pahariya and others arrive in Jamnagar for Anant's birthday bash

Recently, the paparazzi went into overdrive when Salman Khan's luxurious vehicle was spotted at a private airport in the city. It didn't take long for the Tiger 3 star to make his presence felt as he stepped into the premises, accompanied by several other Bollywood celebrities. Salman Khan, affectionately known as the haijaan of Bollywood, turned heads as he arrived at Kalina Airport in Mumbai. The actor exuded his trademark charm, clad in a stylish black round-neck t-shirt paired with blue denims and sleek black shoes. Accompanied by his armed security personnel and guards, Salman Khan made quite the statement with his arrival. Joining the star-studded entourage were actor Veer Pahariya and his brother Shikhar Pahariya, sporting a more casual look with t-shirts, denim, and headgear. Reports suggest that they, along with social media sensation Orry, were en route to Jamnagar to celebrate Anant Ambani's birthday on April 10. Also spotted among the travelers was Yaariyan 2 actor Meezaan Jaffrey, son of actor Jaaved Jaaferi and grandson of comedian Jagdeep. Meezaan looked effortlessly stylish in a black shirt paired with blue denims and trendy sneakers. Anant Ambani, the youngest scion of India's richest man Mukesh Ambani, continues to captivate attention with his lavish lifestyle and grand gestures. Recently, Anant and his fiance Radhika Merchant were seen in Dubai, making a grand entrance at the luxurious City Walk mall. Their arrival was nothing short of a spectacle, with Anant and Radhika stepping out of an eye-catching orange Rolls Royce Cullinan Black Badge, accompanied by a convoy of security vehicles valued at over Rs 25 crore. The highlight of the convoy was undoubtedly the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge SUV, priced at over Rs 10 crore in India. This vehicle epitomizes opulence and perfectly reflects Anant Ambani's extravagant lifestyle. Videos capturing the grand procession show Anant and Radhika surrounded by a fleet of 20 security SUVs, making their way through the streets of Dubai.

Entertainment: Anant Ambani Birthday Bash!

Anant Ambani Birthday Bash: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan left for Jamnagar, Gujarat from Mumbai late at night on Monday, April 8. He will attend the birthday party of Anant Ambani, younger son of businessman Mukesh Ambani, in Jamnagar. Many pictures and videos of Salman Khan from Kalina Airport in Mumbai are going viral on social media. After this, Salman Khan was also spotted at Jamnagar Airport. In the pictures and videos going viral on social media, Salman Khan is seen wearing a black T-shirt and blue denim. Along with Salman Khan, his bodyguard Shera was also seen as usual. It was Shera who took Salman Khan to the airport along with the security and came out of Jamnagar airport. Orry also reaching Jamnagar Apart from Salman Khan, internet sensation Orry alias Orhan Avatramani (Orry) was also spotted at the airport. According to media reports, Ori is also going to Jamnagar for Anant Ambani's birthday celebrations. Ori was also spotted at Kalina Airport in Mumbai and he was seen in his stylish style as always. News of Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar Pahadia also going to Jamnagar: If media reports are to be believed, actress Janhvi Kapoor and her rumored boyfriend Shikhar Pahadia have also left for Jamnagar for Anant Ambani's birthday bash. However, pictures and videos of Jhanvi and Shikhar have not been revealed yet. Pre-wedding bash of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant was held in Jamnagar itself. Let us tell you that the son of Reliance Group Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani is going to celebrate his 29th birthday on 10th April in a very special and grand way. Earlier, Anant Ambani and his fiancee Radhika Merchant had a three-day pre-wedding celebration in Jamnagar itself. Bollywood celebs, Hollywood celebs, business tycoons, politicians, and many other big personalities from the sports world participated in this celebration.

Watch: Salman Khan, Orry reach Jamnagar for Anant Ambani's birthday bash

Watch Salman Khan Orry reach Jamnagar for Anant Ambanis birthday bash

Secret out: Internet digs out Shraddha Kapoor and rumoured BF Rahul Mody's unseen footage from Rihanna's concert

Shraddha Kapoor and her rumored boyfriend, Rahul Mody, recently attended Rihannas concert together. A video circulating on social media shows a woman recording herself with Shraddha at the concert. The video quickly gained traction after viewers noticed Rahul's presence in the background. Rahul, known for his work in films like 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2' and 'Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety,' is a renowned writer in the industry. Starting as an intern during the production of 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama,' Rahul gradually rose to the role of associate director. Shraddha's upcoming project is director Amar Kaushiks 'Stree 2,' alongside Pankaj Tripathi and Rajkumar Rao. Pop icon Rihanna delivered a captivating performance at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar on March 1. This marked the singer's debut performance in India.

Mass resignations hit AAP in Gujarats Jamnagar ahead of LS elections

Jamnagar: Over a dozen Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, including the partys city Chief Kar Karmur, Deputy Chief Ashi Sojitra, and Ashish Katariya, tendered their resignations in Gujarats Jamnagar on Wednesday. The collective departure of these party members, citing unmet promises by the AAPs central leadership, has thrown the local unit of the party into Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Adani shrugs off Hindenburg effect, back to rapid expansion spree

Adani shrugs off Hindenburg effect, back to rapid expansion spree Adani group opened a USD 1.2 billion copper plant, bought a port in Odisha, raised stakes in a cement company and stitched an alliance with rival Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, all in a matter of one week in signs that the apples-to-airport conglomerate has shrugged off the Hindenburg effect and is back to rapid expansion spree. In the last one week, Adani group has through regulatory filings and press statements announced expansions and investments in its mainstay ports business, diversification into metal refining, fund infusion into a two-year-old cement foray and continuing progress in the commissioning of its mega solar project. It started with the March 26 announcement of Adani Ports acquiring a 95 per cent stake in Gopalpur Port for Rs 3,350 crore, taking the number of seaports under its control to 15 - the highest with any private firm in the country. This was followed by Adani Enterprises Ltd - the group's flagship firm and business incubator - announcing on March 28 the first phase of the world's largest single-location copper manufacturing plant at Mundra in Gujarat, marking the conglomerate's foray into metals refining. The USD 1.2 billion (about Rs 10,000 crore) plant helped India join China and other nations that are rapidly expanding production of copper, a metal crucial for transition away from fossil fuels. Technologies critical to the energy transition like electric vehicles (EVs), charging infrastructure, solar photovoltaics (PV), wind and batteries, all require copper. On the same day, group promoter Gautam Adani and his family invested Rs 6,661 crore in Ambuja Cements to raise a stake in the country's second-largest cement company to 66.7 per cent as it looked well-positioned to benefit from the country's infrastructure boom. A day later, Adani Green Energy Ltd - the renewable energy arm of the group - announced the start of operation of its 775-megawatt solar power projects in Khavda, Gujarat. Khavda is the site where it is building a vast solar farm to generate 30 gigawatts of electricity from solar rays as part of its plans to reach 45 GW capacity by 2030. Also happening on March 28 was Adani and his often perceived rival billionaire Mukesh Ambani collaborating for the first time, when Reliance Industries picked up a 26 per cent stake in Adani Power's Madhya Pradesh power project for Rs 50 crore and signed a pact to use the plants' 500 MW of electricity for captive use. The two businessmen hailing from Gujarat have often been pitted by media and commentators against each other, but they have for years tiptoed around each other to reach the top two rungs of Asia's wealth ladder. With Ambani's interests across oil and gas to retail and telecom and Adani's focus on infrastructure spanning seaports to airports, coal and mining, they rarely crossed each other's path except in the clean energy business, where the two have announced multi-billion investments. Adani aspires to be the world's largest renewable energy producer by 2030, while Reliance is building four gigafactories at Jamnagar in Gujarat -- one each for solar panels, batteries, green hydrogen, and fuel cells. Adani is also building three giga factories for manufacturing solar modules, wind turbines and hydrogen electrolysers. A clash was also forecast when the Adani group applied to participate in an auction of spectrum or airwaves capable of carrying fifth-generation (5G) data and voice services. However, unlike Ambani, Adani bought a 400 MHz spectrum in the 26 GHz band, which is not for public networks. On the contrary, the two have been far from rivals. In 2022, a firm with erstwhile links to Ambani sold its stake in news broadcaster NDTV to Adani, paving the way for the takeover. The announcements in the last one week are signs that Adani is back on an expansion spree, analysts said. These developments took place 14 months after Hindenburg Research accused the Adani Group of ''brazen stock manipulation'' and accounting fraud, leading to a stock market rout that erased about USD 150 billion in market value at its lowest point. The rout in stock prices following the allegations, which the group denied, cost tycoon Gautam Adani his position as the world's second-richest man. In the months following the Hindenburg report, the conglomerate redrew its strategy, including trimming debt through prepayments and repayments of borrowings, paring the founder's share pledge and bringing in promoter and marquee investor equity. The strategy seems to be paying off, with the share prices of the 10 listed companies recovering all of the Hindenburg losses. The group's revenues have continued to grow, helping it reduce debt, meet financial obligations, boost stability and make strategic investments to further its growth and expansion plans. Adani Group has raised over USD 5 billion (Rs 41,500 crore) in equity and double of that in debt since the Hindenburg report. Star investor GQG Partners bought stakes worth almost USD 4.3 billion in five group companies between March and August 2023, while Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and French energy giant TotalEnergies poured in USD 770 million in renewable energy firm Adani Green Energy Ltd, according to company filings and stock exchange data. Parallelly, the promoters infused USD 4.6 billion to repay loans against shares, servicing loans taken for cement acquisitions and supporting green investments. Even before last week's announcement, it had been doing mergers and acquisitions (M&As), acquiring Sanghi cement for USD 431 million, 49.38 per cent in Indian Oil Tanking for USD 128 million, Karaikal port for USD 181 million, and Coastal Energen for USD 420 million, filing and stock exchange data showed. Adani group has planned a Rs 7 lakh crore capital expenditure over the next decade for expanding its infrastructure business, according to a recent investor presentation by the company management.

Nysa Devgan shines in gold, diamond and emerald in these gorgeous unseen pictures from Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding celebrations

Nysa Devgan exuded elegance in her resplendent golden ethnic attire and exquisite diamond necklace at the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar. Unseen snapshots of Nysa, daughter of renowned actors Kajol and Ajay Devgn, surfaced online courtesy of fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani. To complement her designer ensemble, Nysa Devgan adorned herself with a striking diamond choker accompanied by elaborate earrings and two sizable diamond and emerald rings. Tarun Tahiliani took to Instagram to showcase Nysa's traditional ensemble, captioning it, Nysa Devgan in a Tarun Tahiliani hand-embroidered tulle lehenga featuring lace trimmings, paired with a matching embroidered tulle blouse, for the Ambani pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar. While Nysa accompanied her father Ajay Devgan at the Ambani celebrations, her mother Kajol was notably absent. Nysa's resplendent golden ensemble was donned for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchants 'Hastakshar' ceremony, marking the culmination of the couple's extravagant pre-wedding festivities spanning from March 1 to March 3.

In first tango, RIL picks up 26% stake in an Adani arm

NEW DELHI: In a first, rival billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani have joined hands for a business deal as Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) acquired a 26% stake in Mahan Energen Ltd (MEL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Power Ltd. The deal will give RIL 500 MW of electricity from MELs Madhya Pradesh-based power plants for captive use. One unit of 600 MW capacity of MELs Mahan thermal power plant, out of its aggregate operating and upcoming capacity of 2,800 MW, will be designated as the Captive Unit for this purpose, Adani Power said in an exchange filing. It added that RIL will pick up 5 crore shares with a face value of `10 (`50 crore). RIL said the investment is in compliance with the provisions of the Electricity Rules, 2005, which say a captive user must own a 26% stake in the captive unit. Ambanis interests span oil and gas to retail and telecom while Adanis focus is on infrastructure spanning sea ports to airports, coal and mining. Though considered business rivals, the two Gujarat industrialists have rarely crossed each others path except in the clean energy business, where the two have announced multi-billion investments. Adani aspires to be the worlds largest renewable energy producer by 2030, while Reliance is building four gigafactories in Jamnagar one each for solar panels, batteries, green hydrogen, and fuel cells. Adani is also building three gigafactories for manufacturing solar modules, wind turbines, and hydrogen electrolysers.

Sunanda K. Datta-Ray | Inequality and democracy: Can it ensure a better life?

A year in which more than 65 entities, including the worlds supposedly largest and oldest democracies, go to the polls might be regarded as the ultimate landmark for the government of the people, for the people and by the people. But through the celebration threads the censorious voice of Nurse Edith Cavell warning: Democracy is not enough! For democracy to be meaningful, people must have food and shelter, access to education, medical care and gainful employment. Above all, the process must inspire hopes of a better life in a future that is free of the tyranny of vote-seeking populism and majoritarianism. Neither would have dented the deep humanitarianism of Cavell, the British nurse who gave her life during the First World War, explaining the sacrifice by famously stressing the need to inject meaning into a slogan. I realise that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone were the last words of the woman whom the Germans occupying Belgium killed for treating wounded Allied soldiers and helping them to escape. When an English chaplain visiting her on her last night said she would always be remembered as a heroine and a martyr, Cavell answered in tones that Mahatma Gandhi might have envied: Dont think of me like that. Think of me only as a nurse who tried to do her duty. What would Cavell have seen as her duty if she had lived in Indias raucous poverty-stricken democracy with 186 billionaires, according to Forbes ? Or if she had to contend with the reality of the Oxfam report claiming that just five per cent of Indians own more than 60 per cent of the countrys wealth, while the bottom 50 per cent possess only three per cent? Or when, with less than a month to go before a crucial general election that Prime Minister Narendra Modis Bharatiya Janata Party is expected to win hands down, the Central governments Enforcement Directorate responsible for investigating large-scale economic offences, arrested Arvind Kejriwal, Delhis feisty chief minister and a leading figure in the main Opposition alliance? As for Oxfams economic figures, it would appear that far from correcting historic anomalies and aberrations, Indias much-vaunted political democracy encourages inequality. The report claimed, for instance, that between 2012 and 2021, 40 per cent of the wealth created in India went to just one per cent of the population while a mere three per cent went to the bottom 50 per cent. The report added that the total number of billionaires in India increased from 102 in 2020 to 166 in 2022, and that the combined wealth of Indias 100 richest individuals touched $660 billion (Rs 54.12 lakh crores), enough to fund the countrys entire Budget for more than 18 months. Amitabh Behar, Oxfams CEO, was quoted as saying: While the country suffers from multiple crises like hunger, unemployment, inflation and health calamities, Indias billionaires are doing extremely well for themselves. Indias poor, meanwhile, are unable to afford even basic necessities to survive. The number of hungry Indians increased to 350 million in 2022 from 190 million in 2018. Widespread hunger accounted for 65 per cent of the deaths among children under the age of five in 2022, according to the Union governments submission to the Supreme Court. No one suggests a link between such strictures and the home ministrys recommendation of a CBI probe against Oxfam. Nor does anyone suggest that the real estate firm DLF smoothed its way of out of a sticky jam by giving Rs 170 crores to the BJPs election kitty. But Indians watched transfixed when the Narendra Modi government transformed Jamnagar airport into an international hub for the benefit of glitterati guests like Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Rihanna and Ivanka Trump at the pre-wedding bash of billionaire Mukesh Ambanis younger son. For hundreds of millions of Indians, the lavish festivities demonstrated that the novelist, F. Scott Fitzgerald, was right when he wrote, the rich are different from you and me. Ernest Hemingways supposed retort, Yes, they have more money, failed to explain why even the most aggressively democratic government responds so reverentially to them. One reason for supporting democracies is that they are said never to go to war. True perhaps, but todays Indias relations with some of the surrounding democracies are surprisingly prickly. Sri Lankans of various races regularly take turns to malign India. President Mohammed Muizzu of the Maldives seems to be on a permanent anti-India stump. Now, its the turn of Bangladeshs Opposition BNP (Bangladesh Nationalist Party) to boycott all Indian products. As for China, many wonder what exactly President Xi Jinping means by claiming China is not just a democracy, but a much higher-functioning democracy than those in the West. His slogan whole-process peoples democracy, describing Chinas purported democratic style with annual jamborees like the National Peoples Congress held up as an example of participation in collective events, recalls Chinas own rough handling of minority groups like the Muslim Uyghurs and Buddhist Tibetans. Some might not see much of a qualitative difference between this and Israels relentless bombardment of a defenceless Gaza Strip or Myanmars brutal purges of the Rohingyas in its Rakhine province, all aimed at annihilating cultural minorities. Others might fear that the bloodbath that accompanied Russias recent presidential election which was shadowed by Alexei Navalnys mysterious death even before the Islamic State terrorists went on the rampage, is indeed the price of democracy. It is one of the great ironies of contemporary politics that while the Western powers proclaim the virtues of democracy to the rest of the world, Donald Trumps popularity indicates they themselves are losing faith in the legitimacy of popular governments. Even some 10 per cent of Sri Lankans seem to prefer authoritarian to so-called democratic governance, according to a poll by Colombos Centre for Policy Alternatives. As of now, the state of all public facilities in India constantly reminds people that Jesus Christ knew what he was talking about when he was quoted in the Book of Matthew as saying: It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. Not that the wealthy are worried. Jamnagar airport demonstrated during the Ambani extravaganza that those who are excluded from Gods kingdom may easily saunter into the domains of Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah.

Meet the Don of Ambani Family

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are all set to embark on their journey of love as they prepare to tie the knot in Mumbai this July. Their pre-wedding celebrations commenced in Jamnagar, Gujarat, on March 1, and have been nothing short of spectacular. The festivities have seen the presence of esteemed personalities from India and beyond, with some even gracing the event with special performances. One particular video from the grand celebrations has captured the attention of netizens, showcasing the iconic moment when Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani took to the stage for a mesmerizing dance performance. The power couple enchanted the audience with their graceful moves to the timeless Bollywood classic Pyar Hua Ikrar Hua Hai from the film Shri 420. Dressed in traditional attire, Mukesh adorned a kurta-pyjama ensemble while Nita radiated elegance in a saree, adding to the charm of their performance. The video, which has since gone viral on social media platforms, depicts the couple's enchanting dance amid cheers and applause from the audience. Witnessing the Ambani duo's chemistry and grace on stage, spectators couldn't help but shower them with praises, describing their performance as superb and ice. The heartwarming video has garnered immense popularity, amassing lakhs of views within hours of its upload, along with an abundance of likes and comments appreciating the couple's magical moment. As the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant draw to a close today, March 3, after three days of joyous celebrations, guests have been treated to a memorable extravaganza. From themed evenings like An Evening in Everland to adventurous escapades like A Walk on the Wildside, the festivities have been nothing short of enchanting. With each day offering unique experiences and cultural delights, the celebrations have truly been a sight to behold. As the couple prepares to embark on their new journey together, the magic of their pre-wedding festivities will undoubtedly linger in the memories of all those who were fortunate enough to witness the grandeur and love that adorned every moment of the celebration.

BJP counters rebels with I am with you campaign in Gujarat

AHMEDABAD: The internal discord within Gujarats BJP appears to be intensifying with local party leaders openly slamming some of the recently announced Lok Sabha candidates. Criticism is particularly mounting against candidates such as Ranjan Bhatt in Vadodara, Bhikhaji Thakor in Sabar kantha, Dhaval Patel in Valsad, and party leaders like Rekha Chaudhary in Banaskantha. In a move to de-escalate the tension, the party has launched Hun Saathe Chhu(I am with you) campaign on social media to address the dissatisfaction among local leaders regarding the candidates in these four seats. It seems to be an endeavour to underscore that the local leaders are aligned with the candidates. Following the announcement of the candidates for the 22 of the total 26 parliamentary constituencies, the resentment of the partys local leaders against contenders in four seats started to come to the fore. The discord initially emerged in Vadodara where Jyoti Pandya, the vice-president of BJPs Rashtriya Mahila Morcha and former Mayor of Vadodara, tendered her resignation in protest against Bhatts candidature. Another controversy surfaced at the Sabarkantha constituency, with a social media post Bhikhaji Thakors caste going viral. Some of the leaders stated that he might be a Damor and not a Thakor as claimed. There have been reports of opposition against Rekhaben Chaudhary as a female candidate for the Banaskantha constituency in North Gujarat -- perceived as a weak spot for the BJP. Also, the selection of Dhaval Patel from the Valsad (ST) seat in South Gujarat has reportedly sparked discontentment among the local leaders. Many Cong workers switch sides Several hundred Congress functionaries on Friday joined the BJP in Gujarats Jamnagar in the presence of local MP Poonam Maadam who has been renominated by the BJP and is up against Congress J P Marvia, who is an elected member of Jamnagar panchayat. More and more people are now believing in the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modiji and therefore they have joined us, she said.

Gold chains to LV bags: Lavish gifts from Ambanis to their guests

Mumbai: The Ambani family, known for their luxury and grandeur, left no stone unturned during the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant held earlier this month. The three-day extravaganza in Jamnagar, Gujarat, was nothing short of a spectacle, attracting Bollywood stars, business leaders, and international artists. Lavish Gifts From Ambanis The Ambanis ensured Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Unease in Gujarat BJP amid Congress heavyweights influx

AHMEDABAD: It ensions within the Gujarat BJP have escalated after the announcement of Lok Sabha elections following an influx of Congress leaders into the party, besides internal divisions at the local level. Adding to the turmoil, Ketan Inamdar, a three-term BJP MLA from Gujarat, announced his resignation from the state assembly on Tuesday. He cited his inner conscience for his decision, emphasizing the importance of self-respect amidst perceived inaction. However, following persuasion from the state party chief, he retracted his resignation within hours. Frustrated by the continuous migration of Congress leaders and other party members into the BJP, the Savli MLA emailed his resignation to Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary on March 19. Efforts were made to persuade him to reconsider his decision. The MLA from Jamnagar, along with the Vadodara district in-charge, visited Savli to persuade the MLA. Inamdar was then called to Gandhinagar where he attended a meeting with state party chief CR Patil. He later withdrew his resignation. I shared my grievances and concerns with Patil. I engaged in introspection and spoke from my heart. Our dialogue took place in a constructive environment. It was crucial to honour the dedication of devoted party workers. Each individual has a unique approach to work. Theres no personal animosity. I withdraw my resignation, Inamdar said. The Savli constituency is located in Vadodara district. Earlier in the morning after his resignation, the three-term MLA conveyed to the media: This isnt a tactic to exert pressure. Ive long felt that the party has overlooked the welfare of its grassroots and veteran members. Ive brought this concern to the attention of the leadership. Inamdar has a history of tendering resignations and subsequently withdrawing them. In January 2020, he announced his resignation as an MLA, although the Speaker did not accept it. Congress candidate withdraws Congress candidate from Ahmedabad East Lok Sabha seat Rohan Gupta has said he has withdrawn from the contest due to his fathers serious medical condition. Gupta is the Congress national spokesperson and his name was in the list of candidates declared by the party on March 12. He also posted an image of his handwritten letter to GPCC president Shaktisinh Gohil.

Orry claims his meeting with Rihanna was a 'marketing trick': 'I have been following 'badalgiri''

Orry recently made some startling revelations about the viral pictures and videos of his interaction with Rihanna at the Ambani Bash. Now, at an India Today event, Orry has disclosed that he was previously unaware of Rihanna. He claimed that the entire exchange between him and Rihanna at Ambani Bash was a 'marketing trick.' Popstar Rihanna performed at the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar. Orry had shared pictures of himself and Rihanna on social media, stating that his earrings 'found love in Jamnagar.' He said, 'I love Rihanna. For the longest time, I did not know who she was. I read her Instagram name, which is 'badgalriri', as 'badalgiri'. So, I have been following 'badalgiri' on Instagram and I loved her.' Further elaborating on their viral exchange, Orry revealed how Rihanna requested his 'giant dandelion earrings.' He said, 'My marketing trick, that I shouldn't be revealing this early, is 'OOO' or 'OOI' Objects of Orry/Objects of Interest. I will make a little museum one day. In my outfit, there will always be a talking point. I knew Rihanna was coming. I knew Rihanna would be looking, and I had to have a beautiful Object of Interest in my head. I wore these giant dandelion earrings, knowing she would see them, and rightfully, she did. She said, 'I would like the earring please.' I was like, 'Of course!' And I told my friend, 'Take out your phone. This is the moment I wore this earring for.' Took out the phone. Gave her the earring. Seven minutes later, she lost the earring and came back for the other one, and I pinned it on her top.' Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani, and their family commemorated the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, Gujarat. The three-day festivities boasted celebrity guests including Bill Gates, SRK, Salman, Aamir, Katrina, Alia, Ranbir, Deepika, and Ranveer, among numerous others.

Video: SRK, Salman Khan 'fight' on stage at Jamnagar bash

Video SRK Salman Khan fight on stage at Jamnagar bash

Chai at a Tapri: A lesson in humility

Anant Ambanis pre-wedding celebrations at Jamnagar and Dolly Chaiwala have taken the world, especially social media, by storm. The extravagant affair at the Ambani residence was a spectacle of opulence, with lavish decorations, celebrity guests,...

How Much Did Orry Charge for Wedding Appearances?

Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, has carved a niche for himself in the social scene, rubbing shoulders with A-list Bollywood celebrities. Renowned for his vibrant persona, Orry counts Janhvi Kapoor, Nysa Devgan, Sara Ali Khan, and Ananya Pandey among his closest friends. Recently, he made waves by attending Anant Ambani's extravagant pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar, where he was spotted mingling with international superstar Rihanna. In an exclusive interview with Forbes India, Orry shed light on his unconventional source of incomeattending events. He revealed that his presence at various gatherings serves to spread happiness, making it both fulfilling and financially rewarding. According to Orry, he is often invited to weddings not merely as a guest but as a cherished friend, with hosts willing to shell out anywhere between 15 to 30 lakh for his attendance. Addressing his growing popularity, Orry disclosed details about his exclusive merchandise line, which includes limited-edition T-shirts featuring his signature emojis, as well as keychains, bag tags, and stickers. Despite receiving numerous requests to commercialize these items, Orry emphasized that they are currently reserved for gifting purposes only, serving as tokens of appreciation for his dedicated followers. Reflecting on the overwhelming demand for his merchandise, Orry recounted a surge in inquiries during Christmas 2023, with individuals from Delhi and Haryana expressing interest in purchasing up to 300 hampers for gifting. However, Orry reiterated that, for the time being, these items remain a means to express gratitude to his loyal supporters.

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel sanctions Rs 240 crore for implementing Nirmal Gujarat 2.0

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel sanctions Rs 240 crore for implementing Nirmal Gujarat 2.0 Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has sanctioned Rs 240 crore for various initiatives under 'Nirmal Gujarat 2.0' to effectively strengthen the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on a broader scale in Gujarat. To enhance public awareness of cleanliness in urban areas and position Gujarat as a leading state in cleanliness nationwide, the Chief Minister has decided to allocate incentive grants to municipalities based on their tax collection performance in sanitation. Under this plan, A and B class municipalities will receive a 100 per cent incentive grant for achieving 71 to 80 per cent annual sanitation tax collection, 100 per cent for 81 to 90 per cent collection, and 200 per cent for 91 to 100 per cent collection. Similarly, for C and D class municipalities, the incentive grant standard is set at 50 per cent for tax collection ranging from 60 to 70 per cent, 100 per cent for 71 to 80 per cent collection, 200 per cent for 81 to 90 per cent collection, and 300 per cent for 91 to 100 per cent collection, Information department of Gujarat said. Each municipality will receive a matching grant of cleaning tax equivalent to the amount collected annually by that municipality. As per the resolution issued by the Urban Development and Urban Housing Department of the state for the effective implementation of Nirmal Gujarat 2.0, the Chief Minister has sanctioned assistance for the development of major entry roads to towns and cities, as well as for the enhancement of one road within each town as an iconic road. Municipalities are tasked with intensively cleaning roads up to 5 kilometres from city limits, while municipal corporations must clean roads up to 2 kilometres from city limits. Additionally, approach roads to towns will be cleaned, and one road will be designated as an iconic road. For this purpose, the state government will provide financial assistance to municipalities and municipal corporations. Financial assistance of Rs 2 crores will be provided each to Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, and Rajkot Municipal Corporations; Rs 1.5 crores each to Bhavnagar, Junagadh, Jamnagar, and Gandhinagar Municipal Corporations; and Rs 1 crore each to A class municipalities, Rs 75 lakh each to B class municipalities, and Rs 50 lakh each to C and D class municipalities, totalling Rs 111 crores, the information department further said. Municipalities and municipal corporations across the state will receive one-time assistance of Rs 1 lakh each for beautification efforts, such as installing sculptures, creating gardens, and planting trees, at every Garbage Vulnerable Point. This initiative aims to ensure cleanliness by permanently removing garbage and maintaining cleanliness at these locations. The state government has allocated Rs 16 crore for this purpose. The Information department said that to foster a competitive spirit among local self-government bodies in terms of cleanliness, a quarterly competition titled Maru Shaher, Swachh Shaher (My City, Clean City) will be conducted, with categories based on the population of the towns. Certificates of recognition will be awarded to the best collector, commissioner, regional commissioner, and chief officer based on their sanitation performance, as assessed through quarterly reports submitted by third-party agencies. Additionally, a total of Rs 16 crore will be allocated for awards to the winning cities. Under this award, a municipality with a population of more than 10 lakhs will receive Rs 5 crores, a municipality with a population of less than 10 lakhs will receive Rs 4 crores, a class A municipality will receive a grant of Rs 3 crores, a class B municipality will receive a grant of Rs 2 crore, and a class C and D municipality will receive Rs 1 crore each. Financial incentives will be provided to sanitation workers, who play a vital role in the cleanliness and sanitation operations of the state's cities, by recognizing them as the best sanitation workers. Each ward in Municipal Corporations will select one best sanitation worker monthly, who will be granted Rs 10,000. Similarly, at the municipal level, one of the best sanitation employees per municipality will also receive Rs 10,000 monthly. The state government will provide a total assistance of Rs 4 crores for the best sanitation workers. As part of Nirmal Gujarat 2.0, the administrative departments of the Secretariat and their head offices will implement an annual cleanliness calendar and conduct sanitation cleaning activities. Nirmal Gujarat 2.0 is part of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) and aims to build on the success of the Nirmal Gujarat Abhiyan from 2007, following the motto Cleanliness is next to Godliness. (ANI)

Watch: Fight between Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, why?

Mumbai: Recently, Bollywood witnessed a historic moment as the three legendary Khans of Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan graced the stage together at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchants pre-wedding celebration in Jamnagar. Videos capturing their rare joint performance went viral on social media, showcasing their camaraderie and playful banter. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Government Launches Projects Worth Rs 11 Lakh Crore In Run-Up To 2024 Polls

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet have been on a spree of launching projects across the country ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha election. So far in 2024, projects worth more than Rs 11 lakh crore have been inaugurated or their foundation stones were laid, with projects worth Rs 7 lakh crore being unveiled in the last 1012 days, Modi had said, according to an official release dated March 12. While these are largely roadways, railways and thermal and oil & gas projects, some like the semiconductor facilities and fertiliser plants also aim towards self-reliant India. Here's A Look At Projects This Month March 1 The prime minister laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth Rs 35,700 crore in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, and projects worth Rs 7,200 crore in Arambagh and Hooghly in West Bengal. The projects include Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Ltd.'s fertiliser plant at Sindri, Jharkhand. Unit 1 of North Karanpura Super Thermal Power Project in Chatra district. Inauguration of Indian Oil Corp.'s 518-km Haldia-Barauni crude oil pipeline He inaugurated IOC's LPG bottling plant with a capacity of 120 thousand metric tonnes per annum at Vidyasagar Industrial Park in Kharagpur. Multiple projects for strengthening infrastructure at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata. Inaugurated three projects related to wastewater treatment and sewerage in West Bengal Five fertiliser plants that have been revived so far will produce 60 lakh tonnes of urea, according to the government. Modi has highlighted that India requires 360 lakh tonnes of urea and a decade ago, the country was producing 225 lakh tonnes, saying there was a massive gap that necessitated huge imports. In the last 10 years, urea production has risen to 310 lakh tonnes. The Talcher fertiliser plant will also start in the next year and a half, he said. March 2 Foundation stones were laid for multiple oil & gas, road, rail and thermal projects worth approximately Rs 1.48 lakh crore across the country, including projects worth Rs 30,000 crore in Bihar. The prime minister inaugurated Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Ltd.'s fertilizer plant in Barauni, Bihar. He launched Bharat Pashudhan a digital database for livestock animals in the country. The prime minister also launched the 1962 Farmers App, which records all data and information present under the Bharat Pashudhan database and can be utilised by the farmers. He laid the foundation stone for the Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station phase II in Purulia, West Bengal Inaugurated the flue-gas desulfurization system of units 7 and 8 of the Mejia Thermal Power Station in Bankura, West Bengal. Projects in Bihar include national highways, six-lane bridge over the Ganga, railway projects, foundation stone for Unity Mall in Patna. Developed under the National Digital Livestock Mission, Bharat Pashudhan utilises a unique 12-digit Tag ID allocated to each livestock animal. Under the project, out of an estimated 30.5 crore bovines, about 29.6 crore have already been tagged and their details are available in the database, according to a release by the Press Information Bureau. Bharat Pashudhan will empower the farmers by providing a traceability system for the bovines and also help in disease monitoring and control, it said. March 4 Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth more than Rs 56,000 crore from Adilabad, Telangana. Inaugurated seven projects and also laid the foundation stone for a project of Power Grid Corp. Multiple renewable energy projects and various rail and road projects. March 5 The prime minister laid foundation stone and inaugurated multiple development projects worth over Rs 19,600 crore from Chandikhole, Odisha, and projects worth more than Rs 6,800 crore from Sangareddy, Telangana. The projects relate to sectors like aviation, oil & gas, railways, road, transport & highways and atomic energy. Modi inaugurated IOC's mono ethylene glycol project in Paradip Refinery Inaugurated 0.6 million-tonne-per-annum LPG import facility at Paradip and 344-km-long product pipeline, traversing from Paradip to Haldia Inaugurated a 5 MLD-capacity seawater desalination plant in Odisha scnds Complex of IREL (India) Ltd. In Telangana, Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for three National Highway projects. Inaugurated doubling and electrification of SanathnagarMoula Ali rail line along with six new station buildings Inaugurated multi-modal-transport-system train service from GhatkesarLingampalli via Moula AliSanathnagar. Inaugurated IOC's ParadipHyderabad product pipeline. Inaugurated Civil Aviation Research Organisation centre in Hyderabad. March 6 Inaugurated and laid foundation stone for multiple connectivity projects worth Rs 15,400 crore from Kolkata. The Howrah MaidanEsplanade section of the EastWest metro in Kolkata becomes the first underwater metro transportation tunnel under any major river in the country. March 11 Inaugurated and laid foundation stone of 112 National Highway projects for different states worth about Rs 1 lakh crore. Inaugurated 19-km-long Haryana section of the Dwarka Expressway. Projects include an increase of 540 km in the Amritsar-Bhatinda-Jamnagar corridor and development of the Bengaluru Ring Road. March 12 Modi laid the foundation stone of multiple developmental projects worth over Rs 1.06 lakh crore from Ahmedabad, including projects worth Rs 85,000 crore for the railways. Projects include multiple key sections of the dedicated freight corridors. Flagged off 10 new Vande Bharat trains. Laid foundation stone of petrochemicals complex of Petronet LNG at Dahej worth more than Rs 20,000 crore, which will help boost hydrogen production and demand for polypropylene in the country. Referring to the foundation-stone laying of Ekta Malls in Maharashtra and Gujarat, Modi said it would take India's cottage industry and handicrafts to every corner of the country. Made in India locomotives and coaches are being exported to countries like Sri Lanka, Mozambique, Senegal, Myanmar and Sudan. Demand for Made in India semi-high-speed trains would lead to the emergence of many more such factories, he said. Rejuvenation of railway, new investments guarantee new employment opportunities. March 12 Modi laid the foundation stone of three semiconductor projects worth about Rs 1.25 lakh crore. The projects aim to position India as a global hub for semiconductor design, manufacturing and technology development, fostering the creation of employment opportunities for the youth. Foundation stone laid for the semiconductor fabrication facility at the Dholera Special Investment Region, Gujarat; outsourced semiconductor assembly and test facility at Morigaon, Assam; and OSAT facility at Sanand, Gujarat. The semiconductor fabrication facility at DSIR will be set up by Tata Electronics Pvt. under the modified scheme for setting up of semiconductor fabs in India. With a total investment of over Rs 91,000 crore, this will be the first commercial semiconductor fab in the country. The OSAT facility in Morigaon will be also set up by Tata Electronics under the modified scheme for semiconductor assembly, testing, marking and packaging, with an investment of around Rs 27,000 crore. The OSAT facility in Sanand will be set up by CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd. with an investment of around Rs 7,500 crore. Electoral Bonds: Here Is The List Of Top Donors . Read more on Economy & Finance by NDTV Profit.

Orry reveals exclusive moments with Radhika Merchant, Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan

Orry created quite a stir when he graced the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar. Now, he's spreading joy among his followers by unveiling an exclusive video capturing a heartwarming moment of him and Radhika dancing together during garba. Additionally, Orry has treated his audience to a collection of exclusive snapshots from the event, featuring some of Bollywood's biggest stars including Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Katrina Kaif, and other prominent celebrities.

Alia Bhatt opens up on her bond with Isha Ambani: 'We both...'

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor recently attended Isha Ambani's brother Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar.

Jewellers forge gems bond as #JamnagarJewels trend

The recent Ambani pre-wedding celebrations have sparked interest in premium handcrafted jewellery. Jewellers have launched new lines of gemstone-studded ornaments, sourced from countries like Sri Lanka, Mozambique, Zambia, and Colombia. The middle class is also showing interest in these jewellery pieces, contributing to rising demand.

Isha Ambani: If you want to show stylish style in college-office then take tips from this look of Isha Ambani.

Recently, the pre-wedding ceremony of Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani's younger son Anant Ambani was celebrated in Jamnagar, Gujarat. People came from all over the world to participate in this ceremony. Despite so many celebrities being there, people's eyes were fixed on the women of the Ambani family. Everyone wanted to see the look from Nita Ambani to Isha Ambani. Talking about Mukesh Ambani's beloved daughter Isha Ambani, every look of hers at the function was very classy and beautiful. When he was seen in Mumbai after the ceremony, people liked his simple look. This look was such that even college and office-going women and girls can carry it. If you also liked this look of Isha Ambani, then we are going to tell you tips to carry it. Pretend a kurta is a better option If you want to show your stylish style by taking tips from Isha Ambani's look, then first of all buy a light-colored printed kurta. If you like the dark colors then you can also carry dark colored kurta. Plain pants will give a perfect look Never wear printed pants or palazzo with a printed kurta. One should always wear plain bottoms with this. If you wear plain pants or a palazzo with a printed kurta, then the design of the kurta will stand out. Can also carry jeans If you do not like to wear pants or palazzo then you can also wear jeans with it. Just keep in mind that if the kurta is of dark color, then wear light-colored jeans and if the kurta is of light color then wear dark-colored jeans. Wear mojari or kolhapuri on feet To complete this look, never wear shoes or sandals. With this look, always wear Kolhapuri slippers or mojari on your feet. These are also comfortable. Keep hair open Keep your hair open with this look. If you don't like to open your hair, you can also make a messy ponytail or a messy bun. Make-up should be minimal According to the office and college, you should also keep your makeup minimal. If you want, wear small earrings with this look. (PC: Instagram)

Did Akash Ambani insult Shah Rukh Khan? Wedding video goes viral

Mumbai: The glittering world of Bollywood collided with high society glamour at the three-day-long pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar. The grand affair was a heady mix of performances, banter, and opulence, leaving fans and social media abuzz. However, amidst the glitz and glamour, a viral video has ignited a storm Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Clip From Isha Ambani's Wedding Shared as One Of Anant-Radhikas Jamnagar Event

This video is from Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal's wedding festivities in 2018.

SRK to Katrina: Actors multicrore gifts to Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant

Mumbai: The pre-wedding celebration of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant was nothing short of a grand spectacle. Held in Jamnagar, Gujarat, this three-day affair brought top-notch business and showbiz sectors together. From Rihannas mesmerizing performance to Mehendi ceremonies, every moment was steeped in luxury and elegance. The Gifts That Left Everyone Awestruck While the festivities Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

PM Modi flags off Vande Bharat trains for 10 different routes from Ahmedabad

PM Modi flags off Vande Bharat trains for 10 different routes from Ahmedabad Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday flagged off 10 high-speed Vande Bharat trains across the country from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. In a major boost to the Railway infrastructure, connectivity and the petrochemicals sector, the Prime Minister visited DFC's Operation Control Centre in Ahmedabad laid the foundation stone and dedicated a slew of railway and Petrochemicals projects worth over Rs 1,06,000 crores. The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of Railway Workshops, Loco Sheds, Pit lines/ Coaching Depots; the Phaltan - Baramati New line; Electric Traction System upgradation work and dedicated to the nation two new sections of the Dedicated Freight Corridor between New Khurja to Sahnewal (401 Rkm) section of Eastern DFC and New Makarpura to New Gholvad section (244 Rkm) of Western DFC; Western DFC's Operation Control Center (OCC), Ahmedabad. PM Modi also flagged off ten new Vande Bharat trains between Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central, Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam, Mysuru- Dr MGR Central (Chennai), Patna- Lucknow, New Jalpaiguri-Patna, Puri-Visakhapatnam, Lucknow - Dehradun, Kalaburagi - Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal Bengaluru, Ranchi-Varanasi, Khajuraho- Delhi (Nizamuddin). The Prime Minister flagged off the extension of four Vande Bharat trains. Ahmedabad-Jamnagar Vande Bharat is being extended till Dwarka, Ajmer- Delhi Sarai Rohilla Vande Bharat is being extended till Chandigarh, Gorakhpur-Lucknow Vande Bharat is being extended till Prayagraj and Thiruvananthapuram- Kasargod Vande Bharat is being extended till Mangaluru; and two new passenger trains between Asansol and Hatia and Tirupati and Kollam stations. He also flagged off freight trains on the Dedicated Freight Corridor from various locations - New Khurja Jn, Sahnewal, New Rewari, New Kishangarh, New Gholvad, and New Makarpura. He dedicated to the Nation 50 Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras at Railway Stations. These Jan Aushadi Kendras will offer affordable and quality generic medicines to the people. The Prime Minister also dedicated 51 Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminals to the Nation. These terminals will promote seamless movement of goods between different modes of transportation. Prime Minister Modi dedicated to the nation 1045 Rkm of Automatic Signaling in 80 sections. This upgrade will enhance the safety and efficiency of train operations. Prime Minister dedicated to the nation's Digital Controlling of Railway stations at 2646 stations. This will improve the operational efficiency and safety of the trains. The Prime Minister dedicated 35 Rail Coach Restaurants to the nation. The Rail Coach restaurant aims to cater to the needs of passengers and the public apart from generating non-fare revenue for railways. Prime Minister dedicated more than 1500 One Station One Product Stalls to the nation spread across the country. These stalls will promote local products and generate income for local artisans and businesses. The Prime Minister also dedicated to the nation Solar Powered Stations/buildings at 975 locations. This initiative will contribute to India's renewable energy goals and reduce the railways' carbon footprint. He laid the foundation stone of the Petrochemicals complex of Petronet LNG including Ethane and Propane handling facilities worth over Rs. 20,600 crores at Dahej, Gujarat. Setting up the Petrochemicals complex in proximity to the existing LNG regasification terminal would result in significant savings in the capex and the opex cost of the project. Implementation of the project is likely to create an opportunity for direct and indirect employment to the tune of 50,000 persons during the execution phase and an opportunity of employment of over 20,000 persons during its operational phase ushering in huge socio-economic benefits in the region. The Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone for Ekta Malls in two states; Gujarat and Maharashtra worth around Rs 400 crores. Meanwhile, Ekta malls celebrate and support the rich and diverse heritage of Indian handlooms, handicrafts, traditional products and ODOP products. Ekta malls are a symbol of the unity and diversity of India, as well as a catalyst for the development and empowerment of our traditional skills and sectors. (ANI)

PM Modi to launch 10 New Vande Bharat Express Trains: A Boost to Rail Connectivity Across India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to launch 10 new Vande Bharat Express trains today: Here's what you need to know:- Expanding the Vande Bharat network-Today's inauguration adds 10 more Vande Bharat Express trains, bringing the total to an impressive 51 trains covering 45 routes across India. Among these routes, we'll see double Vande Bharat service on routes like KasaragodThiruvananthapuram, Delhi to Katra, Mumbai-Ahmedabad, Delhi to Varanasi, Mysuru-Chennai, and the latest addition, VisakhapatnamSecunderabad. Jharkhand's third Vande Bharat Express -Jharkhand, too, gets a new addition to its Vande Bharat fleet. Already running between Ranchi and Patna since June 27, 2023, and Ranchi and Howrah since September 24, 2023, a new train connecting Ranchi to Varanasi will commence operations on March 18. Highlights of connectivity -Delhi emerges as a hub with 10 Vande Bharat connections, now linked to Amb Andaura, Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bhopal, Dehradun, and Khajuraho. Mumbai follows closely with six connections, while Chennai boasts five. Mysuru is also gearing up for its second Vande Bharat service. Expanding routes -The new Vande Bharat tracks will stretch from Dehradun to Lucknow, Patna to Lucknow, and New Jalpaiguri to Patna. Additionally, Bhubaneswar will be linked to Visakhapatnam, Kalaburagi to Bengaluru, Ranchi to Varanasi, and Khajuraho to Delhi. Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Secunderabad, Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, and Chennai will all receive a second set of Vande Bharat trains. Confirmation from Railway Manager-Saurabh Prasad, the Divisional Railway Manager of Waltair Division, confirmed the addition of two new Vande Bharat Express trains. One will operate between Visakhapatnam and Bhubaneswar, and the other between Visakhapatnam and Secunderabad, supplementing existing services on those routes. Extension of existing routes -In addition to new trains, some existing routes will be extended. Thiruvananthapuram-Kasargod will extend to Mangaluru, Ahmedabad-Jamnagar to Dwarka, Gorakhpur-Lucknow to Prayagraj, and Ajmer-Delhi to Chandigarh. PM Modi Set to Open Western Freight Corridor Command Center Tomorrow Indian Air Force Chief Highlights Investment in Next-Gen Warfare Technology

Modi opens Dwarka Expressway, says Oppn believes in negativity

CHANDIGARH: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated and laid foundation stone for 114 National Highway projects across the country worth about Rs 1 lakh crore. Among the several projects, he inaugurated the Haryana section of the Dwarka Expressway, built at a cost of Rs 9,000 crore. The elevated eight-lane access-controlled expressway is a first-of-its-kind in the country which will improve traffic flow and ease congestion between Delhi and Gurugram. The Prime Minister hit out at the opposition INDIA bloc, saying that the Congress-led alliance only believes in negativity as he promised to double the pace of implementation of infrastructure projects to make India developed by 2047. While addressing a gathering in Gurugram, PM Modi said: The astonishing pace of starting and completing infra projects has given Congress and its ghamandia gathbandan or INDI-alliance sleepless nights, as they are used to only tom-toming projects whose foundation stones were laid with no completion in sight. They have lost the courage to debate on development issues. The PM further said, In the last 10 years, the country has changed but they are still looking through the glass of negativity. Negativity and only negativity has become the character of Congress and its allies. PM Modi said he has laid the foundation stone or inaugurated projects worth `10 lakh crore in less than three months of the current calendar year. Emphasising that he wants everything on a large scale, with great speed to to achieve the target of making India a developed nation by 2047, the PM said: All of you know and understand me well. I cannot think small, nor do I dream small, nor do I make small resolutions. Whatever I want, I want it big! Whatever I want, I want it at a fast pace! By 2047, I want to see my country as a Viksit Bharat. The Prime Minister said that focus is on to create a 9,000 km high speed corridor out of which 4,000 km is already constructed. Now, the Metro connects 21 cities as compared to five cities in 2014. Inclusive projects The PM said these projects are from across the four regions of the country. They include an increase of 540 km in Amritsar Bhatinda Jamnagar Corridor and development of Bengaluru Ring Road Easing congestion Built at a cost of `9,000 crore, the elevated eight-lane access-controlled expressway will improve traffic flow and ease congestion between Delhi and Gurugram on National Highway-48

PM Modi to visit Ahmedabad today, to flag off 10 new Vande Bharat trains

PM Modi to visit Ahmedabad today, to flag off 10 new Vande Bharat trains Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday and will flag off 10 new Vande Bharat trains, including a train between Ahmedabad and Mumbai Central. In a major boost to the Railway infrastructure, connectivity and the petrochemicals sector, the Prime Minister will visit DFC's Operation Control Centre in Ahmedabad to lay the foundation stone and dedicate a slew of railway and Petrochemicals projects worth over Rs 1,06,000 crores. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of Railway Workshops, Loco Sheds, Pit lines/ Coaching Depots; the Phaltan - Baramati New line; Electric Traction System upgradation work and dedicate to the Nation two new sections of the Dedicated Freight Corridor between New Khurja to Sahnewal (401 Rkm) section of Eastern DFC and New Makarpura to New Gholvad section (244 Rkm) of Western DFC; Western DFC's Operation Control Center (OCC), Ahmedabad, the Prime Minister's Office stated. PM Modi will also flag off ten new Vande Bharat trains between Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central, Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam, Mysuru- Dr MGR Central (Chennai), Patna- Lucknow, New Jalpaiguri-Patna, Puri-Visakhapatnam, Lucknow - Dehradun, Kalaburagi - Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal Bengaluru, Ranchi-Varanasi, Khajuraho- Delhi (Nizamuddin). The Prime Minister will also flag off the extension of four Vande Bharat trains. Ahmedabad-Jamnagar Vande Bharat is being extended till Dwarka, Ajmer- Delhi Sarai Rohilla Vande Bharat is being extended till Chandigarh, Gorakhpur-Lucknow Vande Bharat is being extended till Prayagraj and Thiruvananthapuram- Kasargod Vande Bharat is being extended till Mangaluru; and two new passenger trains between Asansol and Hatia and Tirupati and Kollam stations, the release stated. The Prime Minister will also flag off freight trains on the Dedicated Freight Corridor from various locations - New Khurja Jn, Sahnewal, New Rewari, New Kishangarh, New Gholvad, and New Makarpura. He will dedicate to the Nation 50 Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras at Railway Stations. These Jan Aushadi Kendras will offer affordable and quality generic medicines to the people. The Prime Minister will also dedicate 51 Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminals to the Nation. These terminals will promote seamless movement of goods between different modes of transportation. Prime Minister Modi will dedicate to the Nation 1045 Rkm of Automatic Signaling in 80 sections. This upgrade will enhance the safety and efficiency of train operations. Prime Minister will also dedicate to the Nation's Digital Controlling of Railway stations at 2646 stations. This will improve the operational efficiency and safety of the trains, the PMO stated. The Prime Minister will dedicate 35 Rail Coach Restaurants to the nation. The Rail Coach restaurant aims to cater to the needs of passengers and the public apart from generating non-fare revenue for railways. Prime Minister will dedicate more than 1500 One Station One Product Stalls to the nation spread across the country. These stalls will promote local products and generate income for local artisans and businesses. The Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation Solar Powered Stations/buildings at 975 locations. This initiative will contribute to India's renewable energy goals and reduce the railways' carbon footprint. Prime Minister Modi will lay the foundation stone of the Petrochemicals complex of Petronet LNG including Ethane and Propane handling facilities worth over Rs. 20,600 crores at Dahej, Gujarat. Setting up of the Petrochemicals complex in proximity to the existing LNG regasification terminal would result in significant savings in the capex and the opex cost of the project. Implementation of the project is likely to create an opportunity for direct and indirect employment to the tune of 50,000 persons during the execution phase and an opportunity of employment of over 20,000 persons during its operational phase ushering in huge socio-economic benefits in the region. The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for Ekta Malls in two states; Gujarat and Maharashtra worth around Rs 400 crores. Meanwhile, Ekta malls celebrate and support the rich and diverse heritage of Indian handlooms, handicrafts, traditional products and ODOP products. Ekta malls are a symbol of the unity and diversity of India, as well as a catalyst for the development and empowerment of our traditional skills and sectors. Various other projects like the dedication of newly electrified sections, doubling/multi-tracking of tracks, and developments of railways Goods sheds, Workshops, Loco Sheds, Pit lines/Coaching Depots, among others, will also be done by the Prime Minister during the programme. These projects are a testament to the Government's dedication to building a modern and robust railway network. This investment will not only improve connectivity but also boost economic growth and create new employment opportunities. Later, PM Modi will inaugurate the redeveloped Kochrab Ashram. It was the first Ashram established by Mahatma Gandhi after coming to India from South Africa in 1915. It is still preserved as a memorial and tourist space by Gujarat Vidyapeeth. Prime Minister will also launch the Master Plan of the Gandhi Ashram Memorial. It has been the constant endeavour of the Prime Minister to uphold and cherish the ideals that Mahatma Gandhi stood for and also develop avenues that showcase his ideals and bring him closer to the people. In yet another effort in this endeavour, the Gandhi Ashram Memorial Project will help revitalise Mahatma Gandhi's teachings and philosophy for present and future generations. Under this master plan, the existing five-acre area of the Ashram will be expanded to 55 acres. 36 existing buildings shall undergo restoration, out of which, 20 buildings including 'Hriday Kunj', which served as Gandhi's residence, will be conserved, 13 will undergo restoration, and 3 will be reproduced, the release stated. The masterplan includes new buildings to house administration facilities, visitor facilities like an orientation centre, interactive workshops on charkha spinning, handmade paper, cotton weaving and leatherwork and public utilities. The buildings will house interactive exhibits and activities to showcase aspects of Gandhiji's life as well as the legacy of the Ashram. The masterplan also envisages the creation of a library and archives building to preserve, protect and disseminate Gandhiji's ideas. It will also create facilities for visiting scholars to use the Ashram's library and archives. The project will also enable the creation of an interpretation centre that can guide visitors with different expectations and in multiple languages, making their experience culturally and intellectually more stimulating and enriching. The memorial will serve as an inspiration for future generations, fostering Gandhian thoughts and will enliven the essence of Gandhian values, through a process informed by principles of Trusteeship. (ANI)

Amritsar-Jamnagar corridor will make western Rajasthan prosperous: Deputy CM Diya Kumari

Jaipur, March 12 (IANS) Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari said the Amritsar-Jamnagar Economic Corridor, whose two packages were inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, will open new opportunities for the economic development of her entire state, especially its western border districts. Deputy CM Diya Kumari, who attended the programme via video-conferencing, said []

Oscars 2024 to Jamnagar Ambani gala, sculptural silhouettes shout bold, edgy

Oscars to Jamnagar Ambani gala sculptural silhouettes shout bold edgy

US-bound ship from Reliance's Sikka port hits BPCL crude import facility, sources say

The tanker was carrying gasoline-blending fuel known as alkylate for Reliance Industries' U.S. unit from a refinery in Jamnagar in Gujarat state, according to the sources, who added the extent of damage was not yet known.

PM Modi to unveil railway projects worth Rs 85,000 cr in Ahmedabad tomorrow

PM Modi to unveil railway projects worth Rs 85,000 cr in Ahmedabad tomorrow Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday will visit DFC's Operation Control Centre in Ahmedabad to lay the foundation stone and dedicate a slew of railway projects worth over Rs 85,000 crore. According to an official release by the Prime Minister's Office, he will lay the foundation stone of Railway Workshops, Loco Sheds, Pit lines/ Coaching Depots; Phaltan - Baramati New line; Electric Traction System upgradation work and dedicate to the Nation two new sections of Dedicated Freight Corridor between New Khurja to Sahnewal (401 Rkm) section of Eastern DFC and New Makarpura to New Gholvad section (244 Rkm) of Western DFC; Western DFC's Operation Control Center (OCC), Ahmedabad. PM Modi will also flag off ten new Vande Bharat trains between Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central, Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam, Mysuru- Dr MGR Central (Chennai), Patna- Lucknow, New Jalpaiguri-Patna, Puri-Visakhapatnam, Lucknow - Dehradun, Kalaburagi - Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal Bengaluru, Ranchi-Varanasi, Khajuraho- Delhi (Nizamuddin), the release stated. He will also flag off the extension of four Vande Bharat trains. Ahmedabad-Jamnagar Vande Bharat is being extended till Dwarka, Ajmer- Delhi Sarai Rohilla Vande Bharat is being extended till Chandigarh, Gorakhpur-Lucknow Vande Bharat is being extended till Prayagraj and Thiruvananthapuram- Kasargod Vande Bharat is being extended till Mangaluru; and two new passenger trains between Asansol and Hatia and Tirupati and Kollam stations. Further, according to the release, Prime Minister Modi will also flag off freight trains on the Dedicated Freight Corridor from various locations--New Khurja Jn, Sahnewal, New Rewari, New Kishangarh, New Gholvad, and New Makarpura. He will dedicate to the Nation 50 Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras at Railway Stations. These centres would offer affordable and quality generic medicines to the people. Prime Minister Modi will also dedicate 51 Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminals to the nation. These terminals will promote seamless movement of goods between different modes of transportation, the release detailed. He will also dedicate to the nation 1045 Rkm of Automatic Signaling in 80 sections. The upgrade will enhance the safety and efficiency of train operations. He is also scheduled to inaugurate the Nation's Digital Controlling of Railway stations at 2646 stations. This tech-enabled system is tipped to improve the operational efficiency and safety of the trains. Prime Minister Modi will also dedicate to the people 35 Rail Coach Restaurants that aim to cater to the needs of passengers and the public apart from generating non-fare revenue for railways. He will dedicate more than 1,500 One Station One Product Stalls to the nation. These stalls will promote local products and generate income for local artisans and businesses, the PMO stated in its release. He will dedicate to the nation solar-powered stations/buildings at 975 locations as part of an initiative that is aimed at meeting the country's renewable energy goals while reducing the carbon footprint of the Railways. He will also launch and inaugurate various other projects, including newly electrified sections, doubling/multi-tracking of tracks, and developments of railway goods sheds, workshops, loco sheds, and pit lines/coaching depots, among others. These projects are a testament to the Government's dedication to building a modern and robust railway network, the PMO stated in its release, adding that this investment will not only improve connectivity but also boost economic growth and create new employment opportunities. (ANI)

Nita Ambanis Golconda diamond ring grabs attention, know price

Mumbai: When it comes to wealth, the Ambani family stands as one of the richest in India. Recently, they hosted grand three-day pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar, reportedly spending over Rs. 1200 crores. This extravagant affair has been hailed as one of the richest wedding parties in the world. All eyes were on Nita Ambani, who Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Fabulous Four! Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt chills with Akash Ambani, Shloka Mehta post pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant

It's widely known that the dynamic duo of Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt shares a special bond with Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta. The two couples are frequently spotted together in the city, enjoying each other's company. Their camaraderie was evident from city hangouts to the bustling pre-wedding celebration of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, where their bond truly shone. Now, most recently, the fabulous foursome was once again spotted together in Mumbai, reaffirming their close bond. Ranbir and Alia were captured on camera hanging out with none other than Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta. As they cruised around town, paparazzi glimpsed them in their cars, each radiating a perfect blend of comfort and style in their attire.

Video: Akash-Shloka Ranbir-Alia after Jamnagar bash

Video AkashShloka RanbirAlia after Jamnagar bash

Nita and Mukesh Ambanis memorable moment after wrapping Jamnagar gala

Nita and Mukesh Ambanis memorable moment after wrapping Jamnagar gala

Ahmedabad Diary | Congress suspends Modhvadias brother

The Gujarat Congress suspended Ram Dev Modhvadia for six years on Friday. He is the brother of Arjun Modhwadia, former Gujarat Congress President and Porbandar MLA, who has since left the party. Sources reveal that Ram Devs intention to later join the BJP was thwarted by his suspension. Consequently, a controversy has arisen in Porbandar regarding the Congress office. An anonymous Congress leader mentioned that Some leaders demanded the office bearer to vacate and hand over keys, following Ram Devs suspension. The dispute is expected to escalate. Three-time MLA Arjun Modhwadia joined BJP on Tuesday, stating that it was with the sole aim of strengthening the resolve of PM. PM intervenes, saves tickets of three MPs The BJP has unveiled its preliminary list of 15 candidates for the 26 Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat. Sources indicate that the tickets of three Gujarat MPs initially dropped from this list were saved by PM Modi. Mansukh Vasava, a six-term MP from South Gujarat Bharuch, MP Bharat Dabhi from Patan, and Poonam Madam from Jamnagar were among those whose tickets were at risk initially, but the Prime Minister intervened to spare them. Additionally, it is reported that during a late-night meeting in Delhi, new strong candidates from the Gujarat BJP were proposed as replacements for these three MPs. However, sources suggest that PM Modi provided a lifeline to the current MPs. New faces expected in 11 Gujarat Lok Sabha seats After the release of candidates for 15 out of Gujarats 26 Lok Sabha seats, announcements for the remaining 11 seats are imminent, with discussions already held at the Delhi Parliamentary Board meeting. Sources suggest that new BJP candidates may secure tickets for four to five of these seats, potentially replacing current women MPs. Names like Shardaben Patel of Mehsana, Bhartiben Shayal of Bhavnagar, Ranjanben Bhatt of Vadodara, Gitaben Rathwa of Chhotaudepur, and Darshanaben Zardosh of Surat are under consideration for replacement. Additionally, there has been speculation that new female candidates may be given more priority for the remaining seats in the party. Dilip Singh Kshatriya Our correspondent in Gujarat dilipsingh@newindianexpress.com

How much did Mukesh Ambani spend on pre-wedding event at Jamnagar

The Ambanis spared no expense in celebrating the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, with a staggering expenditure of 120 million (approximately Rs 1259 crore), as reported by Daily Mail. While this sum may seem exorbitant to the average person, it barely makes a dent in the fortune of Asias richest man, with a real-time net worth of $117.7 billion (approximately Rs 9.7 lakh crore). According to Daily Mail, the catering contract alone amounted to a towering 20 million (approximately Rs 210 crore). Pop sensation Rihanna, who graced the occasion with an electrifying performance, commanded a fee ranging from $8-9 million (approximately Rs 66-74 crore), as per India Today. The lavish three-day festivities were attended by illustrious guests including Shah Rukh Khan, Sachin Tendulkar, Mark Zuckerberg, and more, who were not only flown in on private jets but also chauffeured to and from the airport in luxury cars like Rolls-Royce. Every detail was meticulously planned, with extravagant themes such as An Evening in Everland and A Walk on the Wildside brought to life. The Ambani family adorned themselves in creations from both international and domestic fashion labels, including Manish Malhotra, Tarun Tahiliani, Raghavendra Rathore, Ashish Gupta, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and more. Comparisons have been drawn between the pre-wedding extravagance of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant and the grandeur of Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal's wedding in 2018, which reportedly cost a colossal $100 million (approximately Rs 828 crore). Regarded as one of the most lavish weddings globally, Isha and Anand's Mumbai nuptials featured a show-stopping performance by pop icon Beyonc, who commanded a fee between $4-6 million (approximately Rs 33-49 crore). As the opulent pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant come to a close, all eyes are now eagerly awaiting their forthcoming grand Indian wedding, slated for July this year.

Nita and Mukesh Ambani wrap Jamnagar gala with full family filmy pic. Bonus: Happy

Nita and Mukesh Ambani wrap Jamnagar gala with full family filmy pic Bonus Happy

Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann launch AAP's LS poll campaign in Delhi

NEW DELHI: AAP convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal along with his Punjab counterpart Bhagwant Mann launched the party's Lok Sabha poll campaign here on Friday with the slogan 'Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, to Dilli hogi aur khush haal'. General elections are due in April-May. The campaign was launched in the presence of other party leaders and workers from the Aam Aadmi Party headquarters on DDU Marg. I have made all efforts to serve the people of Delhi who are my family, Kejriwal said. Our slogan is 'Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, to Dilli hogi aur khush haal' (Delhi will be more prosperous with Kejriwal in Parliament), he said. Delhi and Punjab are ruled by AAP and these are the only two states that have free electricity supply, he said. Kejriwal said the BJP-led central government through the Delhi Lt Governor stalls every project launched by the AAP government and urged the people to strengthen him by sending all seven opposition candidates to Parliament. They hate you because you elected and brought an ordinary man to power in Delhi. They demolished Mohalla Clinics with bulldozers, they stopped door-to-door ration delivery scheme, tests and medicines in hospitals, he alleged. AAP workers will distribute pamphlets describing work done by the party's governments during campaigning for the elections, he said. Punjab chief minister Mann said his state is going to have a 13-0 result in the Lok Sabha polls in favour of AAP. He also accused the Centre of obstructing the work of the Kejriwal government in Delhi and withholding Punjab's funds. No one will dare to stop Punjab's funds and work in Delhi if the AAP has a good number of MPs in Lok Sabha, he said. The AAP will fight the general election in collaboration with INDIA bloc partner Congress under a seat-sharing arrangement it has struck with it in Delhi, Gujarat, and Haryana. In Punjab, however, both parties have decided to contest the Lok Sabha polls independently. The AAP will contest four of the seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi and Congress will field its candidates on the remaining three. The party has also received two constituencies - Bharuch, Jamnagar in Gujarat and Kurukshetra in Haryana under the seat-sharing deal with Congress. Separately, AAP has also declared its candidates from Guwahati, Dibrugarh and Sonitpur Lok Sabha constituencies in Assam.

Nita Ambanis Saree With Anant & Radhikas Initials & Other Photos from Reliance Dinner in Jamnagar

At the dinner, Nita Ambani, wife of RIL CMD Mukesh Ambani, was seen thanking Reliance employees for their love and support during the recent three-day pre-wedding celebrations for Anant and Radhika

'We're Like Family': Aamir Responds to Fan On Why He Performed at Ambani Bash

Aamir Khan, along with Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, performed at Radhika and Anant's pre-wedding in Jamnagar.

Anant Ambani pre-wedding: One of Radhika Merchants outfits was made with 20k Swarovski crystals, was crafted by 70 artisans

The three-day festivities at Jamnagar started on March 1 and ended on March 3. It was attended by the whos who of business and showbiz such as Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Bill Gates etc.

Nita Ambani: Nita Ambani's royal style once again seen in Kanchipuram saree, know its specialty

The month of March was very special for the Ambani family. In the same month, the pre-wedding ceremony of Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani, was organized. Anant is soon going to tie the knot with Radhika Merchant. Before their marriage, both their families had organized a three-day pre-wedding ceremony in Jamnagar. Celebrities from all over the world participated in this ceremony. At this pre-wedding ceremony, all eyes were on the women of the Ambani family. Especially if we talk about Nita Ambani, everyone wants to see her royal look. Nita Ambani was seen in a very beautiful look in every program of the ceremony. With this, now that the ceremony is over, the Ambani family organized a dinner to thank their Reliance family. Even at this dinner, everyone was left staring at Nita Ambani's royal look. Showed beautiful style in Kanchipuram saree In this dinner event, Nita Ambani was seen in a bright red Kanchipuram saree. This saree was looking very beautiful. Her saree had a golden-colored border. This red Kanchipuram saree of Nita Ambani was made by weavers of South India. The zardozi embroidery on this saree has been done by famous designer Manish Malhotra. Heavy jewelery is worn with saree Nita Ambani wore very heavy jewelry with this Kanchipuram saree. The heavy jeweled neckpiece, heavy earrings in the ears and jeweled bracelets in the hands were adding to her beauty. Like always, to complete her saree look, she had also applied a red bindi on her forehead. Have worn such a saree before too One day at the pre-wedding ceremony of Anant and Radhika, Nita Ambani gave preference to Kanchipuram saree. The necklace she wore with this saree was also very special. Nita Ambani wore a matching blouse with this silver saree and kept its pallu open. It takes months to make a saree Now let us tell you the specialty of Kanchipuram saree. This saree is a masterpiece handmade by the weavers of South India. From generation to generation the artisans there have further refined their art. Kanchipuram sarees have gold embroidery. These sarees are mostly seen in red, silver and golden colors. It takes months for this one saree to be ready because the entire work of this saree is done by hand. Because of the time and effort required, their price is also quite high. (PC: Instagram)

We tracked private jets during Ambanis Jamnagar Pre-wedding | 40 times the usual flights

We tracked private jets during Ambanis Jamnagar Prewedding times the usual flights

Radhika Merchant, Isha Ambani and Shloka Mehta in blockbuster pic from Jamnagar

Radhika Merchant Isha Ambani and Shloka Mehta in blockbuster pic from Jamnagar

Watch: Nita Ambani and daughter Isha dance to Ghar More Pardesiya at Jamnagar gala

Watch Nita Ambani and daughter Isha dance to Ghar More Pardesiya at Jamnagar gala

Bait and click: How paparazzi got the best of the stars in Jamnagar

Bait and click How paparazzi got the best of the stars in Jamnagar

Anant-Radhika Pre-Wedding: Shah Rukh Delivers 'Mohabbatein' Dialogue In Gujarati

Shah Rukh was back in Jamnagar again for another pre-wedding event hosted for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant.

SRK delivers dialogue in Gujarati; Salman-Ranveer dance at Anant-Radhikas pre-wedding

Jamnagar: Seems like the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant arent over yet. On Wednesday, several celebs including actors Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh and Arijit Singh once again arrived in Jamnagar, Gujarat where the three-day pre-wedding celebrations were held recently. Reportedly, the celebs arrived in Jamnagar to enthrall the employees Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Isha Ambani's Diamond-Adorned Blouse Steals Spotlight At Anant-Radhika's Pre-Wedding In Jamnagar

Isha Ambani's diamond and gold blouse at Anant-Radhika's pre-wedding

Video: Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Ranveer Singh return from Jamnagar

Video Shah Rukh Khan Salman Khan and Ranveer Singh return from Jamnagar

Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh visit Jamnagar again after Anant Ambani's pre-wedding bash for this reason

Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh and Janhvi Kapoor spotted again in Jamnagar after Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding bash.