Sandeepa Dhar celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi with Chumbak co-stars, visits Lalbaugcha Raja
Ganesh Chaturthi brought together moments of devotion and celebration for actress Sandeepa Dhar, who marked the festival with visits to Lord Ganesha and time spent with her industry friends. The actress shared glimpses from her celebrations, including a visit to Arjun Bijlanis residence and a reunion with her Chumbak co-stars. Sandeepa first visited the home of her Chumbak co-star Arjun Bijlani to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha. Dressed in a yellow ethnic outfit, she shared a picture of herself praying in front of a floral-decorated Ganpati idol. Sharing the moment on social media, she captioned it, Gannu ji. The festival also gave the cast of Chumbak an opportunity to come together. Sandeepa shared a group selfie featuring Arjun Bijlani, veteran actress Neena Gupta, Helly Shah and Delnaaz Irani. The picture showed the actors posing together during the celebrations. Expressing her affection for the group, Sandeepa captioned the post, My Chumbak's. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sandeepa dhar (@iamsandeepadhar) As part of her Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, Sandeepa also visited Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja to seek blessings. Sharing a picture of the revered Ganpati idol, she expressed her gratitude and spiritual connection with the visit. She captioned the post, Lal Baug ka Raja ! Blessed . Through her social media posts, Sandeepa offered glimpses of how she celebrated the festival, combining prayers and festive moments with friends and co-stars. The reunion with the Chumbak cast also gave her followers a glimpse of the camaraderie shared by the team. Also Read : Chumbak gave me a sisterhood Ill cherish forever, says Sandeepa Dhar on her Chumbak girl gang
Celina Jaitly has shared an emotional throwback photograph featuring several of the people she has described as her most valuable treasures. The actor shared the picture on social media on September 17, reflecting on loss, family and the pain of looking back at moments that can no longer be recreated. The photograph features Celina with her late parents, her brother Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, and her twin sons Winston and Viraaj Haag. Her younger son Arthur, who was not yet born when the photograph was taken, is absent from the frame. Sharing the picture, Celina wrote, #alone : I am unsure which pain was worse.. the shock of what happened or the ache for what never will. She went on to reflect on the series of personal losses her family has experienced and how the photograph has taken on a different meaning with time. I still cannot believe the tragedies that have struck our family. In the blink of an eye, I find myself staring at a photograph surrounded by my most valuable treasures ( only Arthur is missing he wasnt born yet) Celina Jaitly reflects on family, loss and memories The actor described the photograph as a reminder of a life that once felt ordinary, but has since been marked by significant changes and loss. I find myself in a script I didnt sign up for.. A story only possible in films.. Celina also spoke about how everyday family relationships can sometimes be taken for granted, only for their importance to become clearer after loss. We take our relationships for granted. Our parents, our siblings, our children We go about our days complaining so passionately about the smallest things, never imagining that the ordinary moments we barely notice will one day become everything we long for. She added, Then life hits, and the world we knew is gone. Yet there is the photograph. Those faces. That love. And the unbearable longing to step inside it, just once more. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Celina Jaitly (@celinajaitlyofficial) A family marked by multiple losses Celina has experienced the loss of both her parents within a span of less than a year. Her father, Colonel Vikram Kumar Jaitly, a retired Indian Army officer, died on July 2, 2017, following a prolonged illness. Her mother, Dr. Meeta Jaitly, a child psychologist and literature professor, died on June 8, 2018, after battling cancer. The actor also lost her son Shamsher, one of her twin boys born in 2017. Shamsher died shortly after birth due to hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a severe congenital heart condition. His twin brother Arthur survived. Celina has previously spoken publicly about the impact of losing Shamsher and has continued to remember him through social media posts. Her recent family photograph comes at a particularly difficult period in her personal life. She is currently involved in divorce and custody proceedings with her estranged husband Peter Haag. Celina has publicly spoken about being separated from her three surviving sons, Winston, Viraaj and Arthur, who are in Austria. She has also expressed distress over missing important moments in their lives, including the beginning of the new school year. Celina Jaitlys ongoing family struggles Alongside the custody dispute, Celina has also been seeking information and communication concerning her brother, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been detained in the UAE since September 2024. The Delhi High Court had considered her petition seeking assistance and communication with him. In March 2026, the court closed that petition after a statement attributed to Vikrant during a consular visit was placed on record saying he did not wish to communicate with his sister. Celina has continued to speak publicly about the emotional toll of the circumstances surrounding her family. In a recent post about her brother, she referred to her parents no longer being alive and described him as someone whose absence has deeply affected her. In her latest post, however, Celina's focus remained on the photograph and what it represents to her. Reflecting on questions that have remained unanswered, she wrote, I dont know whether this is karma from a past life or some incomprehensible journey of the soul. No answer brings me comfort. No explanation makes the absence easier to bear. Concluding her note, she said, I have lost my most valuable treasures and this, my heart cannot accept. Also Read: Celina Jaitly pens emotional note for sons amid divorce battle with husband: You never have to choose
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actor Nivin Pauly, who has played the lead in director Girish AD's recently released blockbuster Malayalam film 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit', on Friday penned a note of gratitude in the wake of the film's collections going past the Rs 300 crore mark. Taking to his Instagram page, Nivin Pauly wrote, 300+ Crores Worldwide Gross!Thank you for the endless love! The frame would have been truly complete with our music magician Vishnu Vijay in it. Sending you all the love! The film has emerged as the highest grossing film in Keralam and has come in for praise from various quarters. In fact, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan had recently congratulated Nivin Pauly and the team of the film. Mythri Movie Makers, the production house that is distributing the film in the Telugu states, on Saturday released a video clip of the core team of the film calling on Kamal Haasan. The clip released showed Kamal Haasan warmly welcoming the 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit' team led by one of its producers Fahadh Faasil. The team was seen having a conversation with Kamal Haasan after which each of the team members got a photo of themselves clicked with the star. For the unaware, the film has emerged a roaring blockbuster. It may be recalled that the makers of the film had recently appealed to the public not to record or share theatre snippets and key scenes of the film on social media. Bhavana Studios, the production house that has distributed the film, issued a statement, which actor Nivin Pauly had shared on his social media timelines. Sharing the statement of the production house, the actor had said, Request your attention! In its statement, the production house had said, Thank you for the global blockbuster love! We're overwhelmed by the unprecedented bookings and the incredible joy you're bringing to theatres. It then made a request. The production house said, A humble request: Kindly avoid recording or sharing theatre snippets and key scenes on social media. Let everyone experience the magic and surprises of the film on the big screen. Let's keep the experience special for everyone. See you at the theatres! The film, which hit screens worldwide on August 21 this year, has gone on to emerge a massive blockbuster. The story of the film has been penned by director Girish AD along with Kiran Josey. Cinematography for the film is by Ajmal Sabu while music for the film has been scored by Vishnu Vijay. Akash Joseph Varghese was the editor for the film, which was distributed by Bhavana. Production for the film, which Nivin Pauly had said was going to be very special, had kicked off in September last year. Bhavana Studios is a company partnered by director Dileesh Pothan, actor Fahadh Faasil and scenarist Syam Pushkaran.
Telangana govt schools to hold parent-teacher meetings on Sept 19
Hyderabad: Government schools across Telangana will conduct monthly parent-teacher meetings (PTMs) on Saturday, September 19. The Telangana School Education Department and Samagra Shiksha will organise the meetings across government and local body schools, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs) and Telangana Model Schools in every mandal and district. The theme for this months PTM is Partnering 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 .
India, Thailand discuss strengthening trade and investment ties
Digital Desk | Bangkok, Sep 18 (IANS) India and Thailand have held discussions on further strengthening trade and investment ties, identifying areas of complementarity, resolving tariff and non-tariff barriers, and achieving balanced trade for mutual benefit. The discussions took place during a meeting between India's Ambassador to Thailand, Puneet Agrawal and Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister Suphajee Suthumpun. Ambassador Puneet Agrawal paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mrs. Suphajee Suthumpun, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce of Thailand, on 17 September 2026. During the meeting, views were exchanged on further strengthening trade and investment ties between India and Thailand by identifying areas of complementarities, resolving tariff and non-tariff barriers and having a balanced trade for mutual benefit, the Indian Embassy in Thailand posted on X. Last week, Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow was on an official visit to India to attend the 18th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi on September 12-13. On September 9, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal held a meeting with a Thai delegation led by Deputy PM Suthumpun, where they discussed ways to further strengthen economic ties and deepen cooperation across trade, investment, tourism, logistics, pharmaceuticals, food processing, clean energy, automobiles, and space. Following the meeting, Goyal, in a post on X, wrote: Held a productive meeting with the Thai delegation led by H.E. Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce of Thailand. Discussed ways to further strengthen IndiaThailand economic relations and deepen cooperation across trade, investment, tourism, logistics, pharmaceuticals, food processing, clean energy, automobiles, and space. Look forward to continued engagement and stronger partnerships between India and Thailand, creating greater opportunities for businesses and people of both countries. On September 7, the Indian envoy called on Thailand's Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Vijavat Isarabhakdi, with discussions held on further strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations, including in trade, investment, defence and security, and cultural exchanges, according to the statement released by the Indian Embassy in Thailand. Diplomatic ties between India and Thailand were established in 1947, and both nations celebrated the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2022. The bilateral ties are multifaceted and cover various sectors, including trade and investment; defence and security; connectivity; culture and tourism; education; science and technology; and people-to-people exchanges, according to the Indian Embassy in Thailand. The Act West policy of Thailand complements India's Act East policy, and Thailand is also Indias maritime neighbour.
R Madhavan wishes PM Modi on his 76th birthday, shares Burj Khalifa clip: Thank you for
R Madhavan wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, sharing a heartfelt Instagram message and thanking him for strengthening the pride and joy of being Indian. The Dhurandhar star also shared a clip of Dubais Burj Khalifa illuminated with Modis image and the words Happy Birthday, followed by visuals in the colours of the Indian tricolour.
Mamata Faction Submits New Choices To EC After TMC Name-Symbol Freeze For Bengal Bypoll
The Election Commission has temporarily barred both rival Trinamool Congress factions from using the partys name and its reserved Flowers and Grass symbol in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly bypolls. The interim order applies to the October 6 elections in Nandigram and Rejinagar, where both factions have fielded candidates. The Mamata Banerjee-led camp has rejected the order as contrary to law, while the rival faction has welcomed the move. The poll panel has directed both groups to choose separate names and symbols for the bypolls. They must submit three preferred options each. The arrangement will remain in force until the Commission takes a final decision on the dispute under Paragraph 15 of the Election Symbols Order, 1968.
Catherine Zeta-Jones calls father her 'greatest gift' on his 80th birthday
Catherine Zeta-Jones celebrated her fathers 80th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post, sharing a happy picture of the two together. The Oscar-winning actor expressed her love for her dad and called herself the luckiest girl in the world to have a father like him
Phoolan World Premieres at TIFF 2026
The movie reportedly recieved at the screening of the film at TIFF 2026. Prime Video shared glimpses from the world premiere on their Instagram handle.
Ranveer Singh seeks blessings at Lalbaugcha Raja ahead of Pralay production debut
Ranveer Singh was spotted at Mumbais iconic Lalbaugcha Raja, dressed in a traditional white kurta-pyjama, as he offered prayers and sought blessings for his upcoming project. The visit comes after what has been a remarkable year for Ranveer, with the Dhurandhar franchise enjoying a blockbuster run and further cementing his position as Indian cinemas leading superstar. From the massive response to his performance as Hamza to the franchises theatrical success at the box office, the year has marked another significant milestone in his career. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) Now, Ranveer is looking ahead to an exciting new phase with Pralay. The actor has begun shooting for the film, in which he will not only headline the project but also take on the role of producer. With Pralay, Ranveer is set to make his production debut under his banner Maa Kasam Films, adding another dimension to his evolving career in the entertainment industry. The Lalbaugcha Raja visit also comes at a particularly special time in Ranveers personal life. The actor and Deepika Padukone are also awaiting the arrival of their second child, making this phase one filled with both professional and personal milestones. From delivering a major franchise success with Dhurandhar to beginning work on Pralay and taking his first step as a producer, Ranveer Singh is entering a new chapter in his career. As he takes on these new responsibilities, his visit to Lalbaugcha Raja marks a heartfelt moment of seeking blessings before the journey ahead. Also Read:Ranveer Singh appreciates Karan D Kapadia of Hunkkaar the reason runs deeper than youd expect!
Alia Bhatt reveals one Mahesh Bhatt quirk that annoys her: Now I do the exact same thing
Soni Razdan is currently promoting her recently released film Om Ka Hari, but a recent social media post gave fans a glimpse into her family dynamic with filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and daughter Alia Bhatt. On September 17, Soni shared a video of Alia, seemingly recorded after a screening of the film, where the actor was asked about one quirk of her father that annoys her. Alia pointed out that having a conversation with her father can sometimes become confusing because he has a habit of mixing up the names of people around him. Its very difficult to have a smooth, easy, free-flowing conversation when he forgets who he's talking to and then calls me Shaheen and then sometimes Soni and then some other people that I've never heard of and then does the same thing with everyone else, Alia said. However, Alia admitted that what once annoyed her has now become a habit she has picked up herself. She added, But lo and behold, the apple doesn't fall very far from the tree, and now I do the exact same thing. So what's annoying is I've picked up on this quirk, and I've become this quirk. The conversation took another affectionate turn when Alia was asked when she had last told her father that she loved him. Instead of answering from memory, she decided to call him. Mahesh Bhatt happened to be at the same premises, at a preview theatre, and Alia called him on the spot. She then told him, I love you daddy. That was the last time. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Soni Razdan (@sonirazdan) Alia Bhatt on Mahesh Bhatts theatrical side Alia has previously spoken about her fathers distinctive personality and the memories she associates with growing up around him. In an earlier anecdote, she recalled how Mahesh Bhatt would use dramatic gestures to make ordinary moments memorable. My father is very theatrical and that sometimes makes for great memories. For example, when I was in 1st standard, I had a spelling test and I was worried I was, for some reason, going to forget the spelling of the. My father made it a point to build into my memory, so he did some overbearing gesture to teach me the spelling so I dont forget it. But I remember him being this, like, grizzly bear, highly theatrical and highly entertaining, she had said. Soni Razdan is part of Om Ka Hari, which releases theatrically on September 18. Directed by Harish Vyas and backed by First Ray Films, the film stars Anshuman Jha and Raghubir Yadav in the titular roles of Om and Hari. Also Read:Mahesh Bhatt reveals Alia Bhatts two-year-old daughter Raha has her own vanity van: It felt like a nursery, almost a temple
Helen Mirren: Don't have anything against marriage, have something against divorce
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Legendary actress Helen Mirren has shared her candid take on marriage and divorce, saying she has nothing against tying the knot but has something against divorce. Speaking to actress Drew Barrymore on her chat show, the icon recalled waiting until she was 38 to marry Taylor Hackford, explaining that she wanted to be sure the relationship was built to last. A video shared by the show on Instagram, showed Barrymore speaking about how her friend wanted to set her up with a friend. Barrymore recalled: My friend texted me last night and she said I have a guy I want to set you up with, but he's been divorced three times, and I said, so have I. And she was like, oh, great, okay, perfect. So, yes, I wish I had just had relationships before. Mirren quipped that she should have come to her earlier on. Mirren went on to add: Love them, give them all of that. Don't get married. And not until it's the right time, and I waited. The iconic star revealed that she got married when she was 38 to Taylor Hackford. And obviously we're still married, but I waited that long. I said I don't have anything against marriage particularly. I have something against divorce. I don't quite get the point in getting married. It might get divorced. She concluded: So I waited until I was in a relationship that I really knew we were in it for the long haul. The video was captioned: @helenmirren on why she waited so long to get married. Mirren is tagged amongst Britain's greatest actors, Mirren is the recipient of many honours including an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, four BAFTA Awards, five Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, two Cannes Film Festival Awards, a Volpi Cup and a Laurence Olivier Award. She was made a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) by Queen Elizabeth II in 2003.
Masti actress Tara Sharma opens up about being a new Mum again to puppy Tio
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actress and host Tara Sharma opened up about her experience of being a new Mum again as she continues to adjust to life with her three-month-old black Labrador puppy, Tio, who has been part of her family for nearly a month. Taking to Instagram, the Masti actress shared a series of videos and pictures capturing her familys moments with their newest member. Describing the experience as like having another baby, she admitted that puppy parenting has brought both plenty of adorable moments and a fair share of chaos. Tara revealed that Tio had been with the family for nearly a month and had already managed to win everyone over. She also shared glimpses of the puppy playing football with her son Kai, enjoying bath time and learning to use his pee mat. Sharing videos, she wrote, Like having another baby! Haaha Yep our Tio at almost 1 month with us and 3 months old has us wrapped around his finger rather paw!! I had forgotten how hectic puppy time is. Adorable but chaotic too. As #thetarasharmashow began over 16 years ago as my diary as a new Mum, sort of feel it apt to caption this post as part of that haaha! I am a new Mum again, this time to a little pup!. Our beloved Tia came to us a bit older so I dont remember as much teething or up at night moments with her and or as with kids each dog is similar and different and unique so while we hope Tio is calm, gentle and loving like his big sis, we also know as a male pup he maybe more hectic if thats the right word haaha! Tara added, Here a few vids as like many new Mums, apologies I am being a bit doting and dont mean to be gloating! Also to perhaps help anyone getting a pup. Our kids are thrilled but our kids while they adore him and do play and help, eventually the actual potty training, waking at night, disciplining etc does fall on me. @roopaksaluja , our help and my Mum, Gaaga to our kids, him included, help too, but you know what I mean. Mammas are the ones who get the brunt of any tough ish stuff! So yes teething is causing him to nibble at our feet a lot, taken tips from our super vet and other doggie parents and we are slowly combating that, clinging to the its a phase they will grow out of narrative. The post further read, 1 My Dad #partapsharma trained our dogs amazingly especially Dog Detective Ranjha, who he wrote books about so I am trying to train Tio a bit myself and if needed will seek professional help, as I aint no expert! Good job yest T, he is learning fast. 2 just 3 famjam 4 football with Kai Tio shares a birthday with @leomessi so understandably is also footy obsessed 5 woke me at 3am phew to poop so I excused him as we stepped out to the pee mat where he did it. But yep took him a while to go back to zzz. Most nights he is sleeping 11 to 6:30 7 ish but like a human baby, some broken sleep nights grrr! 6 his fav toy, squeaky was Tias @snoopdogg one 7 pee on his mat yah! Learnt quickly sometimes misses 8 1s bath aww 9 just being cute Onward and upward touch wood. Tara Sharma recently welcomed a black Labrador puppy named Tio into her family in August 2026. She described the experience as being much like having another baby.
Sharad Pawar urges CM Fadnavis to declare drought in Maharashtra, seeks relief package for farmers
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Nationalist Congress Party-SP (NCP-SP) chief Sharad Pawar has raised the severe agrarian crisis in Maharashtra due to erratic monsoon rains with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and demanded immediate intervention on nine key points. His letter to the Chief Minister comes shortly after Fadnavis expressed his resolve to make Marathwada drought-free on the occasion of Marathwada Liberation Day. Citing the stark ground reality, Pawar, who uploaded the letter on Friday on X, emphasised that deficient rainfall has severely impacted crops across Marathwada and other parts of the state, leaving farmers in deep distress, and raised urgent concerns regarding standing crops, drinking water shortages, and fodder scarcity for livestock. Due to the failure of rains across most parts of the state this year, the farming community is facing a massive crisis. Standing crops such as soybean, cotton, pearl millet (bajra), maize, pigeon pea (tur), green gram (moong), and black gram (urad) have withered away, compounded by an increase in pest infestations. Consequently, the situation regarding agriculture, drinking water, and fodder supply is set to worsen, he warned. The former Union Minister has demanded immediate declaration of drought bypassing formal procedural norms, identifying worst-hit talukas as drought-affected and implementing relief measures without delay, providing financial aid of at least Rs 50,000 per hectare to affected farmers and a special assistance package of Rs 25,000 to landless farm-labour households and implementing a farm loan waiver immediately to ensure fresh crop credit. He has also emphasised the need to increase the incentive subsidy for farmers who pay loans regularly from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,00,000, and extend loan waiver benefits to farmers whose crop loans from 202526 have defaulted due to current conditions, and implement the Re 1 crop insurance scheme retroactively to ensure coverage for affected farmers. Additionally, he sought release of the previously announced crop insurance compensation of Rs 17,000 per hectare for damage caused by unseasonal rains last year. Pawar has also demanded the launch of dedicated initiatives under the rural employment guarantee scheme (MGNREGS) for water conservation and agricultural works in affected talukas, supplying water tankers to safeguard fruit orchards, conducting rapid surveys in water-scarce villages to deploy government tankers, establishing fodder camps for livestock based on local demand and starting a special campaign via the Energy Department to repair faulty power transformers on time to counter load-shedding issues during the drought. Further, Pawar has urged the state government to set up state-level and district-level control rooms to monitor daily rainfall, crop conditions, water scarcity, fodder availability, and livestock health and grant a complete educational fee waiver -- rather than just an examination fee exemption -- for students studying in schools, colleges, and educational institutes across drought-affected talukas. Considering the gravity of this serious situation arising for farmers, farm labourers, livestock, and rural life, it is expected that the Chief Minister will take positive decisions on the above demands and implement necessary remedial measures immediately, said Pawar in his post on X. CM Fadnavis has not yet issued an official response to the demands. Pawar's communication to the CM comes after the state cabinet on Tuesday reviewed the monsoon situation. The Revenue and Agriculture Departments have informed that 83 talukas across 19 districts have gone without rain for over 20 days. CM Fadnavis and several ministers expressed deep concern over the situation. Although no immediate relief package was announced, CM Fadnavis instructed state administrative machinery to stay on high alert. Following the Cabinet discussion, the government clarified that a formal drought declaration cannot be made immediately. Under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines and Central Drought Management norms, official crop-damage surveys (Panchnamas) and ground verification must be conducted after October 5 to qualify for financial relief. Premature surveys would risk disqualifying farmers from central aid packages. Conducting assessments prior to that date would disqualify the affected farmers from official relief aid and result in an inaccurate estimation of damage. The government is currently preparing a comprehensive list of relief measures for farmers, and officials have been urged to coordinate effectively, said the Agriculture Department in its presentation.
John Travoltas dog Peanut celebrates bath time with adorable face licks
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Hollywood star John Travolta shared an adorable glimpse of his bond with his pet dog Peanut, celebrating the pooch after his bath. Travolta took to Instagram, where he shared video of cuddling peanut in bed after his furry friend returned from a bath. In the video, Travolta can be heard proudly telling Peanut how clean he is, before the happy dog responds by showering him with affectionate licks. In the clip, Travolta could be heard saying: Did we just have a bath? You're so clean. Are you so clean? Yes, you're so clean. I'm so proud of you. Taking to the caption section, he wrote: Peanut is happy after having a bath. Travolta began acting in television before transitioning into a leading man in films. His accolades include a Primetime Emmy Award, three Golden Globes and an Honorary Palme d'Or, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards, a British Academy Film Award, and three Actor Awards. He gained the spotlight with Welcome Back, Kotter, followed by a supporting performance in Carrie and then leading roles in Grease, Urban Cowboy, and Blow Out. The star has worked in Pulp Fiction, Get Shorty, Broken Arrow, Michael, Face/Off, A Civil Action, The General's Daughter, The Punisher, Wild Hogs, Hairspray, Bolt and Savages. The actress returned to television as lawyer Robert Shapiro in The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story. He was also Emmy-nominated for his role in the action-comedy web series Die Hart. Travolta is also a private pilot. Travolta was last seen in Die Hart, a comedy action-adventure television series. The series stars Kevin Hart as a fictionalized version of himself, with John Travolta, Nathalie Emmanuel and Josh Hartnett playing supporting roles in the first season. The series received seven nominations at the Primetime Emmy Awards for the actors' performances. The show is about America's funnyman Kevin Hart, who wants to be an action star, but in order to land a life-changing role, he first has to get schooled on how to be an action hero.
Mamata-led TMC submits names, symbol choices to EC 'under strongest protest'
New Delhi, Sep 18: The Trinamool Congress, led by its founder and chairperson Mamata Banerjee, submitted its response to the Election Commission's interim order that temporarily removed the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) name and its flowers and grass symbol from the ballot for the October 6 bypolls in West Bengal. The party emailed its choices of new names and symbols for the upcoming elections to the poll panel at 11:36 pm on Thursday and submitted them under strongest protest, according to sources. In its interim order issued on Thursday night, the Election Commission directed the two sides in the dispute over the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) not to use the party name and its flowers and grass symbol for the upcoming West Bengal bypolls, and asked them to submit their preferred names and symbols by Friday morning. The EC said the proposed name could be similar to All India Trinamool Congress, and the symbol must be chosen from the list of free or available symbols notified for independents and registered unrecognised political parties. The bypolls to Rejinagar and Nandigram are scheduled for October 6. The poll panel said the time available was not enough to complete the proceedings under Paragraph 15 of the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, but noted the urgency of the party name and symbol for the upcoming by-elections. The EC said the interim arrangement was made specifically to cover the upcoming bypolls and would remain in force until the dispute is finally determined under Paragraph 15 of the Symbols Order. The EC order comes against the backdrop of a rebellion that began in the TMC legislature party after the Assembly poll defeat in May and later spread to Parliament. In June, 58 rebel MLAs elected expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition instead of the Mamata camp's nominee, Sovandeb Chattopadhyay, and secured recognition from the Assembly Speaker, marking the party's first split in its 28-year history. Five days later, the revolt reached Parliament, with 20 Lok Sabha MPs led by senior leader Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar joining the little-known NCPI and writing to Speaker Om Birla, backing the BJP-led NDA as a separate bloc, deepening the rupture in the party's parliamentary ranks. The move is a setback for Mamata, whose hand-drawn symbol has been central to TMC's journey since its formation in 1998 after breaking away from the Congress. The flowers and grass symbol became a potent expression of the party's grassroots identity for the last 28 years.
BLACKPINKs Lisas backup career plan was a Disneyland performer as princess
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) K-pop girl group BLACKPINK member and Thai singer Lisa revealed she had a couple of backup career options in case her singing career did not work out, including performing at Disneyland. During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the K-pop icon said she could have become a dance teacher or worked as a Disneyland performer dressed as a princess. A clip shared on Instagram by the show was captioned: If her singing career didnt work out, @lalalalisa_ms backup jobs were to be a dance teacher or a @disneyland performer #FallonTonight #LISAonFallon In the video, Fallon asked: Was there ever a backup plan for you or you just knew that you'd get to this point and this is what you wanted to do, that you just want to be a singer? Was that always your goal? To which, Lisa replied: I think so or maybe my B plan was a plan B was a dance teacher or maybe work as a performer at Disneyland. Like a princess costume. Yeah, I love doing it. Lisas latest song SaWaDiKa has been released. A few weeks ago, she expressed her gratitude and said that the whole village helped her bring her track to life. Sharing a heartfelt note on Instagram, Lisa thanked the team across Thailand, Korea and Los Angeles. Lisa wrote: Its been one day since SaWaDiKa is released to the world!! From Thailand to Korea to LA, it took a whole village to bring this to life, so a huge Thank you to every single person that was involved. She released SaWaDiKa on September 4, as a pre-release single from her upcoming EP Press Play. One of K-Pops most followed artists on Instagram, Lisa rose to prominence as a member of the South Korean girl group Blackpink, which debuted in August 2016 and became one of the best-selling girl groups of all time.
Yamals girlfriend Garcia shows off her grey side
Garcia, who sported a chic grey off-shoulder dress for the event, Instagrammed this picture, with the caption: My first NY Fashion Week.
Amy Jackson on brilliant sons 7th bday: Watching you grow is the greatest privilege of my life
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actress Amy Jackson celebrated her son Andreas seventh birthday with a note, calling him the funniest, kindest, most brilliant little boy and saying that watching him grow has been the greatest privilege of her life. Amy took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures of her with Andreas, whom she shares with her former partner George Panayiotou. The pictures are a mix from their holidays together to her wedding with Ed Westwick. Taking to the caption section, Amy wrote: 7 today From birthday cake for breakfast to seven years of the funniest, kindest, most brilliant little boy. How has it gone this fast!?! Watching you grow is the greatest privilege of my life. You make us laugh every single day, keep us firmly on our toes and have the biggest heart. Never stop being completely and unapologetically you, my Dre Dre. I love you more than youll ever know. Happy 7th birthday baby boy. English star Ed Westwick took to the comment section and wrote: Happy Birthday slugger. Amy dated Panayiotou and got engaged in 2019. Their son was born in September 2019. The couple later broke up at an unknown date in 2021. She began dating Westwick in 2022. In 2024, they announced that they had gotten engaged in Gstaad, and got married in August of that year in Rocca Cilento, Campania. The same year, Jackson announced she was pregnant with her second child and first with Westwick. In 2025, they revealed that their son, Oscar Alexander, had been born. Amy works in Tamil films, along with a few Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and English films. Her most notable roles include Amy Wilkinson in Madrasapattinam, Sarah in Singh Is Bliing, Annie in Theri and Nila in 2.0. She made her Hindi debut in Ekk Deewana Tha in 2012, and Telugu debut in Yevadu in 2014. She made her American debut as Imra Ardeen / Saturn Girl in the television series Supergirl, and her British debut as Nimisha in Boogie Man. Amy was last seen in Crakk, an extreme sports action film directed by Aditya Datt. It stars Vidyut Jammwal, Arjun Rampal, Nora Fatehi, Amy Jackson, Jamie Lever, Pooja Sawant, Ankit Mohan, and Rukmini Maitra.
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When Disability Becomes a Punchline
Social media has transformed the way Kashmiri is written, spoken and circulated. Facebook pages, Instagram reels, YouTube videos and memes have created new spaces for a Kashmiri to flourish. This expansion of the language online is worth celebrating. But it also raises an uncomfortable question: what happens when disability becomes a source of humour, insult and ridicule in Kashmiri digital content? One does not have to look far to encounter disability-related language being used casually to describe stupidity, incompetence or irrational behaviour. A recent qualitative study on derogatory labels used against persons with disabilities in Kashmir documents terms such as zor for a deaf person, kol/chouer for someone who has speech disability, oun for a blind person and koen for someone blind in one eye. It also documents the use of pagal in reference to people experiencing mental-health difficulties and other labels associated with physical impairments. The issue is not simply whether these words exist in Kashmiri. Languages everywhere contain words and expressions that emerge from social attitudes. The more important question is what these words come to mean when they are used as insults or jokes. Consider the familiar expression Kacxetember chiya?roughly, Are you blind?used when someone fails to notice something obvious. On the surface, it may appear harmless. Nobody is necessarily talking about a blind person. Yet the expression derives its force from an underlying assumption: not seeing something is associated with foolishness or incompetence. Blindness becomes a metaphor for deficiency. The same pattern appears when pagal is casually used to describe someone who behaves irrationally or makes a foolish decision. Mental-health difficulties become shorthand for stupidity or absurdity. Similarly, when words associated with deafness, speech or physical impairment are used to ridicule someone, disability becomes a linguistic marker of what is considered wrong, inferior or laughable. Social media intensifies this problem. A joke that might once have been heard by a few people in a conversation can now become a reel viewed thousands of times. Someones manner of walking, speech, facial expressions or behaviour may be exaggerated and presented as comedy. The comments section then reproduces the joke, often using disability-related words as insults. What appears to one viewer as just humour can be experienced very differently by a person with a disability. This is where ableism becomes important. Ableism is not simply discrimination against disabled people. It is a broader system of beliefs that treats certain bodies and minds as normal, desirable and capable while presenting others as deficient, dependent or inferior. It often operates through ordinary interactions rather than explicit hostility. When blindness means not understanding, deafness means not listening, intellectual disability means stupidity, or mental illness means being ridiculous, these associations are not neutral. They teach us something about what society considers a normal person to be. For a disabled Kashmiri watching such content, the experience can therefore be deeply alienating. Imagine repeatedly seeing your body, your speech, your movement or your way of communicating turned into a joke. The problem is not one meme or one word. It is the cumulative message: your difference is something other people are entitled to laugh at. This also shapes how non-disabled people learn about disability. Most people do not encounter disability first through disability studies or human-rights frameworks. They encounter it through family, school, popular culture and increasingly through social media. If digital culture repeatedly presents disability as tragedy, helplessness or comedy, those representations become part of everyday understanding. This is not an argument that Kashmiri humour should disappear. Nor is Kashmiri culture uniquely ableist. Ableism exists across languages and societies. Nor should every use of a disability-related word automatically be treated as discriminatory. Context matters. There is, however, an important distinction between laughing with disabled people and laughing at disabled people. Disabled people themselves can and do use humour to reclaim identities, challenge stereotypes and expose social barriers. A disabled comedian making fun of inaccessible public transport is very different from a non-disabled creator imitating a disabled persons movement for laughs. One challenges ableism; the other can reproduce it. Kashmiri humour has a long tradition of satire and social commentary. That creativity could be directed towards challenging ableist structures rather than disabled bodies. Imagine a reel that makes fun of an inaccessible government office rather than the wheelchair user trying to enter it. Or a satire about the bureaucratic difficulties faced by a person seeking disability certification. Or comedy that exposes the absurdity of calling disabled people bechare while excluding them from education, employment and public life. The target of humour then changesfrom the person who is different to the structures and attitudes that create exclusion. This conversation also needs to include disabled people themselves. They should not appear only in social-media stories about charity, suffering or inspiration. They are audiences, creators, writers, artists, comedians and citizens. Their experiences should inform how disability is represented in Kashmiri digital culture. As someone working in disability studies and through the Indian Society of Disability Studies, I see this not as an attempt to police language but as an invitation to examine it. Every language carries the histories, hierarchies and prejudices of the society that speaks it. Kashmiri is no exception. But language can also change. The growth of Kashmiri on social media gives us an opportunity to ask not only how much Kashmiri content we are producing, but what kind of society that content imagines and reproduces. Language does more than describe the world. It teaches us how to see it. So the challenge to Kashmiri content creators is not to stop making jokes. It is to ask a more difficult question: Can we make people laugh without making someone elses body or mind the price of that laughter? That is a conversation Kashmiri social mediaand all of usneed to have. Aqib Rehman is founder of Indian Society of Disability Studies, and Breaking Barriers fellow with the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Govt of India. Views expressed are personal
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Orrys sweet birthday wish for PM Modi: He also made yoga cool again
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Social media personality Orry shared his best wishes to PM Modi on the occasion of his 76th birthday. Orry took to his Instagram, on Thursday, and shared a video of himself talking to the camera, as he wished the PM. In the video, he can be seen dressed in ethnic wear, as he changed his camera angles to lend his monologue. He said in Hindi, Respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, warm birthday wishes to you. May God bless you with a long life, and may your life be filled with health, happiness, and fame. May all your resolutions be fulfilled, therefore today I take the oath of national service and to ensure your efforts are successful, I will keep lighting a lamp before the Lord. He further mentioned, The pride of India may always be a source of inspiration for you, with your energy, dedication, and commitment. May God bless you with patience, excellent health, and boundless energy. Warm birthday wishes, Modi ji. You are appreciated and revered. He also penned a long note in the caption, touching upon his journey and his political career, and also credited him for making Yoga cool again. He wrote, To understand modern India, you need to know the man who has led its government for more than a decade. Born in 1950, just 3 years after India gained independence, into a family of modest means in the small town of Vadnagar, Gujarat, working at his familys tea stall, he grew up to become Prime Minister of the worlds most populous country and one of its largest economies. That is the story of Shri Narendra Damodardas Modi @narendramodi His journey to the top of Indian politics took decades. He joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), rose through its organisation and in 2001 became Chief Minister of Gujarat, a position he held for almost 13 years. He went on, Then came 2014. Shri Narendra Modi ji became Prime Minister of India - leading the government of more than a billion people, hundreds of languages and dialects, countless cultures and traditions, and the worlds largest democracy. Following the elections of 2019 and 2024, india returned him the PMO, today serving an uncommon third consecutive term. His political identity has been built around large-scale development, strong central leadership, technological modernisation, infrastructure and a more prominent India on the world stage. His governments launched nationwide programmes including Swachh Bharat, Jan Dhan Yojana, Digital India and Make in India. He further mentioned, The Modi era has seen an extraordinary digital transformation, with UPI changing everyday payments, alongside expanding highways, railways, airports and metros - including but not limited to my favourite, Vande Bharat. He has sought to position India as a country that doesnt simply participate in the future, but helps build it. His leadership is intensely debated, like any powerful and long-serving democratic leader. But his place in contemporary Indian history is unmistakable. The little boy born in 1950 Vadnagar, working at a tea stall, grew up to become THE PRIME MINISTER of more than a billion people, the man entrusted with leading the Government of one of the biggest, most diverse and extraordinary countries on Earth. Happy 76th Birthday to the Honble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi ji. P.S. He also made yoga cool again, he added. Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on Thursday with birthday wishes pouring in from several celebrities and public figures. He has served as India's Prime Minister since May 2014. Over the years, his leadership has focused on initiatives such as Digital India, Make in India, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, and infrastructure development. His birthday is often marked by public events, welfare activities, and community service initiatives organized by supporters and various organizations. Several prominent figures from the Indian film industry wished the PM on his birthday, who completed another trip around the sun.
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Ali Zafar calls out men over Katrina Kaif body-shaming:
Highlights Ali Zafar has spoken out after Katrina Kaif faced body-shaming online The actor urged men to examine how they judge women and their bodies He called for greater kindness and told people to let her live Ali Zafar has spoken out against the online body-shaming faced by Katrina Kaif following her recent public appearances, using the conversation to call on men to reflect on how they view women and unrealistic beauty standards. Katrina, who welcomed her son with husband Vicky Kaushal last year, recently made a rare public appearance with him at Mukesh and Nita Ambanis Ganpati celebration. Photos and videos from the event prompted some social media users to compare her appearance before and after pregnancy. Ali, who worked with Katrina in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan , said he had seen some of the comments and posts circulating online. Ali Zafar asks men to look within themselves Speaking about the criticism, Ali said he has opposed this kind of trolling for years, including when Pakistani actresses such as Mahira Khan faced similar scrutiny. He said men need to examine their own attitudes towards women rather than imposing standards on how they should look, think or live. We all need to look within ourselves, Ali said. He added that men should recognise their own mistakes and make the necessary corrections. The actor also questioned the idea that women should meet certain physical standards created by society. If she does not fit the standards that we have created, we immediately put that woman down, he said. See on Instagram Its not healthy to always criticise other people Ali also spoke about how beauty ideals have changed over time, pointing out that expectations around womens bodies have varied across different eras. He argued that the pressure to maintain a particular body type is unrealistic, while similar expectations are also placed on men through ideals such as having six-pack abs. According to Ali, constantly criticising people based on their appearance is neither healthy nor fair. He encouraged people to approach others with kindness, compassion and understanding. We all have a past, he said, adding that he would feel ashamed if he ever criticised someone because of their looks. Let her live Ali concluded by stressing that people do not know what someone else may have experienced or what they could be dealing with privately. His message was particularly direct when he addressed the way women are judged for their appearance. Every woman has their life, what she has gone through, what her past, present or future, let her live, and you live your life, he said. Katrina has faced similar comments before. She was also subjected to body-shaming after appearing at filmmaker Kuku Kohlis prayer meet in August, prompting actor Shivaleeka Oberoi to question the criticism and point out that Katrina had recently experienced motherhood. Alis comments come amid a wider discussion about the pressure placed on celebrities, particularly women, to quickly return to a particular appearance after pregnancy.
50 New macOS Golden Gate Features and Changes Worth Checking Out
Apple released macOS 27 Golden Gate this week, and despite the company's focus this year on refining its flagship operating system, improving performance, and nixing bugs, there are still plenty of new things to explore. There's an overhauled Siri experience, changes across Apple's apps, and much-needed updates across the system interface. In this article, we've selected 50 new features and lesser-known changes that are worth checking out if you're updating your Mac. Siri AI remains in beta and is initially rolling out in English, and the availability of some features varies by language and region. What do you think of macOS Golden Gate so far? Let us know in the comments. Siri AI Replaces the Old Siri Experience In macOS 27, Apple has turned Spotlight into the place to search your Mac or ask Siri AI a question. From the new Search or Ask bar, you can hold a conversation with Siri, find relevant information in apps such as Mail and Photos, and take actions in supported apps. Adjustable Liquid Glass Transparency Slider System Settings now has a slider that lets users adjust Liquid Glass from ultra-clear to fully tinted (found in Appearance Liquid Glass). Apple has also improved contrast and window shadows, standardized macOS toolbars, and made sidebars extend to the edges of app windows. The changes aim to make controls easier to read and active windows easier to distinguish. Safari's Start Page Can Resume a Browsing Topic Safari's Start Page has a new Recently Viewed section that brings back your recently closed browsing topics as well as topics open on any of your other devices. It offers a handy way to pick up a search or research session without trawling through your browser history. Visual Intelligence Comes to the Mac Visual Intelligence is now available on the Mac. Simply press Shift-Command-Space to select something onscreen, then ask Siri to explain it, translate text, search for similar images, or find related information. Siri can also use what it recognizes to take an action, such as adding the details from an event flyer to your Calendar. Photos Can Save a Video Frame as a Still Photo The Photos app can now save a frame from a video as a separate photo. Pause a clip at the moment you want, right-click (or Control-click) it, then choose Save Video Frame as Photo, and it will add the still image to your library without exporting the entire video. Past Conversations Are Saved in a New Siri App macOS now has a dedicated Siri app where you can start new conversations or revisit past chats you've had with Siri. The app has a card-style interface with details on your most recent chats across all of your devices. You can also use the search button to find conversations, and there's a pin option for ones you revisit frequently. The Siri app is cross-platform and your content syncs across all of your Apple devices. Shared Albums Go Full Resolution Previously in Photos, pictures in a Shared Album were automatically reduced to 2,048 pixels on the long edge (except for panoramic photos, which can be up to 5,400 pixels wide). In macOS 27 though, Shared Albums finally support full-resolution photos and videos. But there comes a major trade-off. For years now, Apple has allowed you to store up to 5,000 photos and videos in Shared Albums without impacting your iCloud storage limit. That's no longer the case in Golden Gate. Non-Apple Users Can Add to Shared Albums People using Android or Windows can now join and contribute to your Shared Albums through iCloud.com. Users can also set an album to expire after 30 days, filter its photos and videos, review recent activity, and react to images with any emoji. Just remember that if you share an album with someone, what they add to it counts against your iCloud storage limit. Photos Can Reframe Images Photos has a new advanced editing tool in macOS 27. Reframe uses information captured with a compatible photo to change its apparent camera angle. It works by combining AI and spatial images so you can change the perspective or composition of a picture. Photos Can Extend Images Photos has another new editing feature: Extend lets you change the crop of an image, expanding the borders around content to zoom out a bit or change the photo's composition. It uses generative AI to fill in missing areas, and you can adjust the borders with drag gestures. Cleaning Up Photos Got a Lot Better Clean Up now uses new AI models, and it's better at removing objects. The original version of Clean Up was best for small items with little complexity in the surrounding area, but now it can do more work reconstructing backgrounds with generative AI. It also offers Fast, High Quality, and Auto modes. Apple says usage limits may apply. Swipe Down to Refresh Comes to Mac Apps The familiar swipe-down-to-refresh gesture comes to Safari, Mail, News, Podcasts, and Calendar on the Mac. Pulling down on content via your trackpad (or with your finger on iPad via Sidecar) causes the app to load the latest information, meaning you don't have to reach for a refresh button or keyboard shortcut. Mail Search Puts More Relevant Results First In Mail, search actually works properly in macOS 27. It now ranks messages by relevance rather than relying on matching words and recency. A search for a store, for example, can put an order confirmation ahead of promotional emails from the same sender, even if the order is buried in the inbox. App Icons Gain More Liquid Glass Detail Apple's app icons now have more layers of Liquid Glass, which adds detail and sharper edges across light, dark, clear, and tinted appearances. It's a smaller visual change than the new Appearance slider, but one you'll see throughout the Dock and app grid. iPhone Mirroring Windows Become Resizable Users can now drag a corner of an iPhone Mirroring window to make it larger or wider. Supported apps can show more information as the window expands, and macOS 27 now also supports playback of protected video in the mirrored window. Bear in mind that individual streaming providers may still restrict what can be mirrored, and iPhone Mirroring remains unavailable in the European Union. Write With Siri Almost Anywhere Write with Siri can generate a draft from a description, give feedback on existing text, or make a requested edit, such as shortening a paragraph or changing its tone. It works virtually anywhere you can type, and Apple says it can match your writing style in Mail and Messages. Photos Adds Keywords and Star Ratings Photos now lets users add keywords and one-to-five-star ratings to both photos and videos. Ratings can also be used as a filter, so it's easier to narrow down a large library to your best shots. Ratings controls are off by default, but you can enable them in Photos' General settings by checking the box next to Show Rating Controls. Add Extra-Large Widgets to Desktop If you have any widgets on your desktop, try right-clicking (or Ctrl-clicking) on them and looking for a new option called Extra-Large Portrait. You can now make widgets take up a lot more screen space, which is useful for things like weather, home, and reminder widgets. Trade in Siri for ChatGPT The new Siri app and the Search or Ask bar (Command-Space) defaults to the new Siri AI, but you can switch it to ChatGPT if you prefer. Simply right-click (or Ctrl-click) and select Ask... From the context menu, and you'll see an option to change to ChatGPT. Note that conversation context doesn't transfer when you switch chatbot providers. Safari Organizes Pages for You If you have several webpages open with related content, Safari can automatically group these open tabs by topic while keeping any unrelated browsing sessions apart. To enable the feature, open Safari's Settings, select the Tabs section, and choose Organize Tabs: Automatically Create Topics. Safari Can Notify You When a Page Changes Notify Me is another new Safari feature that enables the browser to watch a webpage for a specific change, such as a product restock or price drop, and alert you when it happens. The feature's monitoring options include daily, weekly, or monthly schedules. Apple Notes Now Lets You Draw The Continuity feature has allowed you to sketch in the Notes app by opening a virtual drawing board on your iPhone or iPad. But that meant you had to have at least one iOS device linked to your Apple Account. Happily, that's no longer a requirement in macOS 27, which adds a native drawing tool to the Notes app. It includes Pen, Monoline, Marker, Pencil, Crayon, Fountain Pen, Reed, and Watercolor tools. Video Podcasts Get Better Mac Playback The Podcasts app gives video shows fuller playback controls on the Mac, including Picture in Picture and a download option for offline viewing. You can switch between watching and listening when a show supports video, and the search function in a show's episode list makes older episodes easier to find. Image Playground Gets More Styles Image Playground has been overhauled to become genuinely useful, and it can now generate pictures in a wider range of styles, including photorealistic images. You can select part of an image and describe how you want it changed, or combine images to create something new. As with other Apple Intelligence features, Apple says usage limits may apply. New Golden Gate Wallpapers Arrive Golden Gate includes Sunset and Night wallpapers featuring San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, along with a new abstract wallpaper. The Bridge wallpapers animate when your Mac unlocks and you can also use them as your screen savers. Safari Can Build Extensions From a Description Safari's Create an Extension option lets you describe what you want a browser extension to do in plain language. For example, a request to add a button for saving recipes can become a custom extension without you having to go near a single line of code. Safari also offers suggested prompts for productivity, focus, and design tasks. Freeform Adds Drawing, Collaborative Folders Freeform now supports drawing directly on the Mac, thanks to sketching tools being included in its shared boards. Golden Gate also adds folders for organizing collaborative boards and a canvas that adapts to Dark Mode. Faster AirDrop and Network Browsing Apple says Golden Gate makes AirDrop transfers and browsing folders on Windows or NAS network shares faster. Safari's Start Page content also loads more quickly, and Mission Control and Spaces animations are smoother. Calendar Events Can Be Added by Description Calendar can now create or edit an event from your plain-language description. You can describe a lunch meeting, change the time and adjust the description to make it a coffee meeting, and Calendar will adjust the event rather than requiring every detail to be edited separately. Enhanced Maps Flyover With Flyover, cities like Boston, New York, London, and Chicago include more detailed 3D renderings of their skylines. Apple has enhanced the 3D models for these cities by combining AI and aerial imagery to achieve more detailed and realistic cityscapes. Slideshows Can Start From Any Photos Album Photos can now create slideshows from any album or collection, rather than limiting them to Memories. You can customize the presentation and save it as a video to keep or share. Passwords Will (Soon) Auto-Repair Weak Logins The Passwords app already warns users about weak or compromised logins. Apple says a future software update will let it use Safari to change eligible passwords automatically, replacing a vulnerable login with a stronger one on your behalf. External Displays Get Better Resolution Support Golden Gate adds more resolution and refresh-rate choices for compatible external displays, including 5K at 120Hz on certain ultrawide screens. Apple also says the Mac does a better job of restoring window positions, Spaces, and screen assignments when a display is unplugged and reconnected. macOS Suggests Names for Files and Folders In Finder, TextEdit, and other Apple apps, Apple Intelligence can suggest a name for a file or folder based on its contents. The feature is designed to make saved items easier to recognize later, especially when the original name doesn't give much away about what's inside. Siri Gains New Expressive Voices Siri AI now has more expressive voices alongside a big improvement to systemwide dictation accuracy. You can adjust both the expressiveness and pace of Siri's voice to your preference with sliders in a new Voice section in System Settings Siri. Siri's new expressive voices require an M3 or newer Mac with at least 12GB of memory. Weather's Forecast Views Are Refreshed Weather in macOS 27 has a more orderly layout, with more room for its hourly and 10-day forecasts. You can also switch between current conditions, precipitation, and wind views, while a new Highlights section calls out notable weather events ahead. Highlights are currently only available in U.S. English. Create Shortcuts With Natural Language True to this era of AI, Shortcuts can now build you an automation from a plain-language description. You can ask it to assemble a sequence of actions across apps, then test, edit, or refine the result with another description. Apple says usage limits may apply. Finder Columns Are Easier to Size and Reset New autosize and reset controls make columns easier to manage in Finder. Right-click (or Control-click) the bottom of a column, and you'll see options to adjust a crowded view without dragging each column boundary into place by hand. Sidecar Finally Supports Direct Finger Input Sidecar now lets you interact directly with the Mac interface on an iPad used as a second display. With a compatible iPad, you can tap controls, scroll with a finger, and use more system gestures instead of relying on your mouse or trackpad. New Screen Time Controls for Parents Parents can now set category-level allowances with different schedules by day and time, making controls more flexible than one broad daily limit. Meanwhile, Ask to Browse lets kids ask your permission to visit websites. There are also expanded protections against gore and violence, alongside existing nudity protections. Make Interface Boundaries Clearer A new Show Borders accessibility option makes the boundaries of macOS interface elements easier to see, in case you could do with some help distinguishing controls and panels where translucent surfaces otherwise blend into the surrounding window. Widgets Can Update in Real Time Widgets will now update in real time when their associated app is open, so the information you see on the desktop remains in step with what you see inside the app, instead of you having to wait for a less frequent refresh. Dock Shows Active Background Processes If you quit an app and it is still running a background process, you'll see the indicator beneath its Dock icon turn a light gray. To end the activity, right-click the app's icon and select Stop Running in Background. Photos Gains New Utility Collections The Photos app now has two Utility collections. Captured by Me gathers pictures taken with your current and any previous iPhones, while Identity Documents brings together images of passports, driver's licenses, and any similar records you might have. Intel Macs Miss Golden Gate If you have a very old machine, there's something you should know: Golden Gate does not run on Intel Macs it requires Apple silicon (that includes the A-series chip in MacBook Neo). Sorry, Intel users. Rosetta Support Is Ending macOS 27 is also the final major release with general-purpose Rosetta support for Intel-only apps on Macs with Apple silicon. Apple says those apps will stop working in the next major release, apart from certain older games. Smart Replies Can Sound More Like You Mail's Smart Replies are able to reflect your usual writing style when they suggest a response, right down to your tone and phrasing, so now a quick reply can sound more like something you would have written yourself. To use a smart reply, click the reply button on an email, click inside the message field, then choose one of the suggested replies generated by Apple Intelligence. Get Context on a Phone Call Just like in iOS 27, the Phone app on Mac supports a new Call Context feature. It can surface relevant information from the Mail app. If you call an airline, it might show your confirmation code for an upcoming flight, or your reservation code if you're calling a hotel. It doesn't listen to what you're saying, but instead looks at the number you're calling and links it to details in the Mail app. Shortcuts Adds Screenshot and Alert Triggers Shortcuts automations can now be triggered simply by taking a screenshot or receiving a notification. The new options add to existing triggers such as time of day, location, and app activity, giving you more ways to start a routine automatically. Reminders Understands Natural Language If you enter a natural-language request in Reminders, the app can fill in details you specify such as a date, time, or location, saving you from having to enter each field separately. Related Roundup: macOS Golden Gate Related Forum: macOS Golden Gate This article, 50 New macOS Golden Gate Features and Changes Worth Checking Out first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Alia Bhatt joins Dont Be Shy cast for Re Bawri music video ahead of Prime Video premiere
Prime Video has released a new track from its upcoming coming-of-age film Dont Be Shy, with Alia Bhatt joining the films young cast in the music video for Re Bawri. The song brings together Aarushi Bajaj, Ansh Duggal, Bianca Arora and Piyush Khati with Alia in a college setting, capturing the films themes of friendship, spontaneity and growing up. Presented by T-Series, Re Bawri has been composed and produced by Ram Sampath, with lyrics by Saveri Verma and vocals by Sona Mohapatra. The upbeat track revolves around the idea of letting go of overthinking and embracing the unpredictable moments that come with youth, friendships and relationships. The accompanying music video features Alia Bhatt alongside the lead cast. Set in a college environment, the video begins with what appears to be a regular day before turning into an impromptu dance sequence. The track uses the setting to highlight the camaraderie between the characters and the youthful tone of the film. Sona Mohapatra said, Re Bawri has that infectious, carefree quality that makes it impossible to sit still. Its playful and energetic and celebrates those moments when youre with your friends with music in the background and nothing else really matters. Seeing Alia and the cast bring that energy to the music video was such a joy to watch, and I think they capture the spirit of the song beautifully. I had a lot of fun bringing that spirit into the song, and I hope it makes listeners want to get up, dance, and be a little bawri themselves. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Music India (@sonymusicindia) Dont Be Shy follows Shyamili Shy Das, a 20-year-old who believes she has her life planned out until an unexpected turn of events disrupts her plans. The story follows her as she navigates friendship, crushes, love and the uncertainties of growing up. Written and directed by Sreeti Mukerji, the film is produced by Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt under Eternal Sunshine Productions and co-produced by Grishma Shah and Vikesh Bhutani of Chalkboard Entertainment. The ensemble cast includes the four newcomers Aarushi Bajaj, Piyush Khati, Bianca Arora and Ansh Duggal, alongside Kunaal Roy Kapur, Anurag Basu, Neha Dhupia and Anju Alva Naik in pivotal roles. The film will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in Hindi with English subtitles across India and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on September 25, 2026. Also Read: Dont Be Shy Trailer: First Love, old friendships and messy choices take centre stage in Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatts production
Konkona Sen Sharma took to Instagram to wish Amol Parashar on his birthday with a special post that has quickly become the talk of social media. While dating rumours around the two actors have circulated for a couple of years, neither had made any major public commentsuntil now. On September 17, Konkona appeared to soft-launch their bond with a funny, relatable video that many are reading as a subtle confirmation of their relationship. The reel features Konkona and Amol twinning in black outfits, acting out a light-hearted couples quarrel over what to do on his birthday. Set to the background score of Bad Times by Imael Angel, the clip captures a familiar dynamic: one partner wanting to keep things low-key while the other plans something more. Konkona captioned the video, When its his birthday and he doesnt want to do anything, and added a simple HBD AP in the posts caption. The minimal text and maximum chemistry did the rest of the talking, prompting fans to label it a soft launch in the comments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Konkona Sensharma (@konkona) The love didnt stop at fans. Several industry names flooded the comments section to wish Amol and appreciate the video. Names like Kusha Kapila, Harleen Sethi, Amruta Subhash, Surbhi Jyoti, Dolly Singh, Gulshan Devaiah, Akshay Oberoi and Sheeba Chadha were among those who dropped birthday wishes and emojis, further amplifying the posts reach. While Konkona kept the caption brief, the subtext was clear enough for followers to connect the dots. Multiple comments referenced the soft launch, with fans celebrating the pairs easygoing on-screen chemistry and off-screen comfort. Speculation about Konkona and Amol first gained momentum after they worked together in 2019 for the film Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare. Their film, which explored the complexities of relationships, was widely appreciated for its nuanced performances and believable chemistry. Since then, the two have been keeping the rumour mill active without making any statements directly. With this birthday post, Konkona has finally broken the silence in her own signature, understated styleleaving fans to decode every frame while the couple lets their workand now, their playful reelsdo the talking. Also Read: Exes Konkona Sen Sharma, Ranvir Shorey set co-parenting goals at IPL Match, Internet says so cool
Prithvi Shaw's fiance Akriti Agarwal has announced that the couple have mutually decided to part ways, citing different goals and circumstances for their future. In an emotional Instagram post, Agarwal said they continue to love and care for each other but accept that their paths are not meant to be together.
RBI cancels licences of 5 NBFCs, 8 others surrender registrations
The Reserve Bank of India cancelled five NBFC registration certificates on Thursday. Eight other NBFCs surrendered their registrations for various business reasons. Some companies ceased to be legal entities due to mergers and dissolutions. Anagram Industries and CDN Finance surrendered registrations after meeting specific criteria. These actions reflect regulatory adjustments within the financial sector.
Veer Pahariya extends support to Bihar flood-affected families
Veer Pahariya recently extended support to families affected by the floods in Bihar. The actor took to social media to share glimpses from his visit to Patna, where he was seen participating in the distribution of relief materials among people affected by the floods. In the pictures and videos shared online, Veer can be seen interacting with local residents, including women who had gathered to receive essential supplies. His visit comes amid ongoing relief efforts in several parts of the state, where flood-affected communities continue to require basic necessities and assistance. Bihar has been dealing with widespread flooding, with nearly 50 lakh people across 15 districts reported to have been affected as of September 15. Relief and rescue operations are currently underway across the state as authorities and various groups work to provide assistance to those impacted by the situation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hussain Mansuri (@iamhussainmansuri) Veers participation in the relief efforts comes at a time when many families in the affected regions are seeking access to food, essential supplies and other forms of support. Through his visit to Patna, the actor joined the ongoing efforts to assist residents impacted by the floods. The actor also shared photographs and videos from the visit on social media, offering a glimpse of his interaction with people in the flood-affected areas. His presence was part of the wider relief efforts being carried out for communities affected by the flooding in Bihar. Also Read : Ishq Ka Ghulam from Prem Keetanu out: B Praak says, It will make you feel heartbreak again with the intention to rekindle the feeling of hope and love all over again
Tia Bajpai and Arian Romal take the new music video of FANAA into darker unexplored horror territory
Tia Bajpai is returning to the horror genre with FANAA, a new music video featuring music by Arian Romal. Described by its makers as Indias first-ever horror music video, the project combines an atmospheric visual treatment with a narrative that draws from the horror genre. Known for her association with horror, Tia Bajpai takes on an intense and mysterious avatar in FANAA. Instead of following the conventional format of a performance-led music video, the project incorporates elements of a short-form horror narrative, with the visuals building suspense around the character and the story. Speaking about her experience of shooting the project, Tia Bajpai said, Shooting FANAA was a completely different experience for me because we were trying to create something that feels like more than just a music video. The atmosphere, the visuals and the emotions of the character required me to completely immerse myself in that world. There were moments on set that were genuinely intense, but that is also what made the experience exciting and memorable. I think audiences will connect with FANAA because beneath the horror and suspense, there is a strong emotional layer to the story. It keeps you curious, makes you feel something and hopefully stays with you even after the video ends. Arian Romals music forms an integral part of the video, creating a contrast between the soulful quality of the song and the unsettling visual world. The track brings together melody, suspense and horror while using the music-video format to tell a story. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tia Bajpai (@tiabajpai) The makers have also built an element of anticipation around the viewing experience, encouraging audiences to watch FANAA till the end. The promotional messaging around the video includes a keep the lights on warning, hinting at the disturbing moments and twists incorporated into the narrative. FANAA also reflects the growing experimentation within the Indian music-video space, with artistes and creators exploring formats that extend beyond conventional romantic tracks and performance-based videos. By combining music with a horror storyline, the project attempts to give the format a more cinematic treatment. With Tia Bajpai at the centre of its visual narrative and Arian Romal providing the music, FANAA brings together two distinct elements horror and music within a single project. The video is designed to unfold progressively, keeping the narrative and its darker elements at the centre of the viewing experience. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Tia Bajpai BREAKS silence on not being cast in Haunted sequel; backs Vikram Bhatt amid controversy: Hes a thorough professionalyou cannot put someone behind bars because the film didnt work
Bibingka: Discovering the Traditional Filipino Rice Cake
Food is often more than a source of nourishment. It reflects a regions history, cultural traditions, religious practices, family relationships, and connection with local ingredients. In the Philippines, few traditional foods represent these elements as beautifully as bibingka, a soft and fragrant rice cake that has become closely associated with Christmas celebrations. Prepared traditionally in [] The post Bibingka: Discovering the Traditional Filipino Rice Cake appeared first on FoodNosher.Com .
Sahlab: Exploring the Creamy Middle Eastern Winter Drink
Across the Middle East, winter is associated with comforting foods, warm family gatherings, traditional markets, and beverages that provide warmth during cooler evenings. Among these seasonal favorites, sahlab is a distinctive creamy drink known for its smooth texture, gentle sweetness, and fragrant toppings. Popular in countries such as Trkiye, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, Syria, and other [] The post Sahlab: Exploring the Creamy Middle Eastern Winter Drink appeared first on FoodNosher.Com .
Singer-composer Vishal Mishra is bringing the cultural and devotional traditions of Bihars Chhath festival to mainstream Hindi cinema with Chhathi Maiya, the latest song from Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia starrer The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. The song brings the festival to the big screen, with Tamannaah performing Chhath rituals alongside Sidharth. For Vishal Mishra, Chhathi Maiya holds significance beyond being another addition to a film soundtrack. The song gives him an opportunity to introduce the faith, traditions and cultural identity associated with Chhath to a wider audience through mainstream Bollywood cinema. Vishal has sung and composed the track, while the lyrics have been penned by Kaushal Kishore. The collaboration also marks a reunion between the two artistes, who previously worked together on the 2021 devotional song Chhathi Maiya Bulaye. The song went on to garner over 16 million views on YouTube, making their collaboration on the new track a continuation of their association with music rooted in Bhojpuri culture. Speaking about the cultural relevance of Chhathi Maiya, Vishal highlighted his personal connection with the traditions represented by the song. He has described Bhojpuri as more than just a language, calling it a reflection of the soil, folk traditions and cultural identity of Bihar and Purvanchal. It is truly an honour and a blessing for me to bring the faith and sacred tradition of Chhath, deeply rooted in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand, to Hindi cinema for the first time, Vishal has said, adding that his wish is for the beauty and fragrance of the culture to travel to every corner of the world. The song brings the rituals and devotional atmosphere of Chhath to the screen, with Tamannaah Bhatia seen performing the rituals alongside Sidharth Malhotra. The release has also connected with audiences who share a personal and cultural association with the festival. Chhathi Maiya thus marks a move from Vishals earlier independent devotional work into a mainstream Hindi film setting, while retaining the cultural roots at the centre of the song. Through the track, the makers have incorporated an important festival associated with Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand into the narrative and musical world of The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. Directed by Deepak Mishra, The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia in the lead roles. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on September 25. Also Read: The Vvaan trailer launch: Tamannaah Bhatia INVENTS new word to describe Sidharth Malhotras dashing personality Handsome-ta: Handsome-ta ka jo title hai, the one who embodies handsomeness
Priyanka Chopra marked husband Nick Jonas 34th birthday on September 17 with a series of personal pictures and a video featuring their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. The actor and singer received a birthday tribute from Priyanka, who shared glimpses of their family celebrations on Instagram. Priyanka began the post with a picture of herself kissing Nick on the cheek. In the photograph, Nick can be seen wearing a cap with the text, Sorry were golfing. The carousel also featured a few candid pictures of the birthday boy, including one in which he posed inside a private vehicle decorated for the occasion. The final slide of Priyankas post featured a video of Nick with their daughter Malti. In the clip, Malti can be heard singing while Nick accompanies her on the piano. Sharing the post, Priyanka penned in the caption, Happy birthday to the man that makes all our dreams come true.. everyday. We love you Gaga. Sound on @nickjonas @maltimarie. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Priyankas mother, Madhu Chopra, also extended her wishes to Nick on his birthday. She shared a series of pictures featuring Nick, his brothers Kevin Jonas and Joe Jonas, and Malti. Sharing the pictures, she penned in the caption, Happy Birthday, @nickjonas So grateful to have you as a part of our family. You're not just my son-in-law but truly like a son to me. She added, Your kindness, hard work, and the love you have for our family mean so much. Wishing you a day filled with happiness, love, and everything you deserve! Priyanka and Nick first sparked romance after connecting through direct messages on X. Their relationship progressed quickly, and the couple got engaged in August 2018. They married later that year in Rajasthan, holding both a traditional Christian wedding and a Hindu ceremony. The couple welcomed their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, via surrogacy in January 2022. Since then, Priyanka and Nick have occasionally shared glimpses of their family life on social media. On the work front, Priyanka is set to return to Indian cinema with SS Rajamoulis Varanasi. She will be seen as Mandakini in the film, which also stars Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles. Directed by SS Rajamouli, Varanasi marks Priyankas upcoming appearance in an Indian film. Also Read : Priyanka Chopra Jonas speaks on the magic of the unknown in new Bentley campaign BTS
Prime Video has unveiled the promo for Rise & Fall Season 2, revealing the first four celebrity contestants of the reality show. Produced by Banijay Asia and hosted by former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, the second season will feature 15 celebrities competing over 42 days as they navigate strategy, alliances and changing positions of power. The newly released promo introduces Swara Bhasker, Shehzaad Poonawalla, Priyanka Chahar Choudhary and Karan Patel as the first contestants entering the game. The format places participants in two contrasting spaces the privileged Rulers residing in a luxury penthouse and the Workers living in a basic basement. Their positions can change depending on the decisions and outcomes of the game. Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, who has previously participated in reality television, said, Ive experienced reality television in different forms, but Rise & Fall Season 2 brings a whole new dimension to the game. The idea of going from being a Ruler to a Worker and having your position shaped by the choices you make, makes this experience especially exciting for me. Reality shows have taught me to trust my instincts, stay true to myself and play every moment as it comes, but this time, the power dynamics add an entirely different layer. Im ready to step into the game, take on whatever position comes my way and see how far I can rise. Swara Bhasker added, Ive always been someone who wears her opinions on her sleeve, so entering a game like Rise & Fall Season 2 is going to be quite an experience. The show brings together personalities with very different perspectives, and when power and strategy come into play, Im sure those differences will make for some fascinating dynamics. Im excited to see how it all unfolds. Karan Patel said, People have seen me play different characters and tell stories through television all these years, but Rise & Fall Season 2 gives me the chance to enter a completely different arena as myself. What excites me is the competitive side of it having to make a move, back your decision and keep pushing yourself when the game shifts. Im looking forward to embracing that challenge and giving this game everything Ive got. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Banijay Asia (@banijayasia) Shehzaad Poonawalla said, Every new chapter in life comes with its own set of challenges, and Rise & Fall Season 2 feels like a particularly interesting one for me in my new innings. Ive always enjoyed spaces where there is room for a strong point of view, and this game brings together people with very different perspectives and ways of looking at things. What makes it exciting is that you cant simply rely on what you say; you have to back it with your choices. Im looking forward to bringing my perspective into this new chapter and seeing where the game takes me. With Virender Sehwag as host, the format will revolve around the contestants navigating games and decisions while attempting to maintain or improve their positions within the hierarchy. As the competition progresses, alliances and power dynamics are expected to evolve, with contestants potentially moving between the Ruler and Worker spaces. Rise & Fall Season 2 will begin streaming from September 26, with new episodes dropping daily at 12:00 PM IST. The show will be available to watch for free via MX Player on Prime Video across mobile devices, Connected TVs, the Amazon Shopping App and Fire TV. Also Read: Virender Sehwag to make streaming debut as host of Rise and Fall Season 2
Prithvi Shaw, Fiancee Akriti Agarwal Part Ways 6 Months After Engagement
Prithvi Shaw: Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw and his fiancee Akriti Agarwal have decided to part ways, around six months after announcing their engagement, with Agarwal confirming the separation in a statement on social media on Thursday. Agarwal, a social media personality and actress, said the decision was mutual and came after the couple realised their future goals and circumstances differed. She also asked people to respect their privacy and refrain from speculation about the reasons for their decision. With a heavy heart, I would like to share that my fianc and I have decided to part ways due to different goals and circumstances for our future. As much as we love and care for each other, weve come to accept that our paths are not meant to be together. With our responsibilities and the circumstances we are currently facing, we have mutually decided to go our separate ways, Agarwal wrote on Instagram. I genuinely wish nothing but the best, peace, and happiness for both of us as we move forward. I kindly request everyone to respect our privacy during this difficult time and refrain from speculating or making assumptions about the reasons behind our decision. Thank you for understanding and respecting our space, she added. Shaw and Agarwal announced their engagement on March 8, with the India batter sharing a series of romantic pictures from the occasion. In one photograph, Shaw could be seen going down on one knee to propose to Agarwal, while another showed the couple displaying their engagement rings. From sixes on the field to a lifetime of hits off it. Shes my perfect innings! Shaw had captioned the post. The engagement came at a pivotal point in Shaws career, as he sought to rebuild his standing in domestic and franchise cricket. The right-handed batter, who made his India debut in 2018 with a century on his first Test against the West Indies, was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 75 lakh in the accelerated round of the IPL 2026 auction. However, Shaw did not play a single match in the 2026 IPL season. From sixes on the field to a lifetime of hits off it. Shes my perfect innings! Shaw had captioned the post. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Shaw has also removed his engagement photographs from his Instagram profile following the announcement. Article Source: IANS
Cricketer Prithvi Shaw and social media personality Akriti Agarwal have ended their engagement. The couple announced their mutual decision to part ways after six months. They cited differing future goals and circumstances as the reason for separation. Agarwal confirmed the news via an Instagram statement, requesting privacy. Shaw had announced their engagement on March 8, 2024.
On Nick Jonas birthday, Priyanka Chopra shares adorable video of daughter Malti singing with dad
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Singer and actor Nick Jonas turned 34 on Thursday, and his wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, made his special day even more memorable with a heartfelt birthday tribute on social media. Desi Girl shared a collection of photos and videos on Instagram, offering a glimpse into some of the couples special moments. The post opened with a picture of Priyanka giving Nick a kiss on the cheek. Nick was seen wearing a cap carrying the playful message, Sorry were golfing. The actress then shared a series of candid moments featuring Nick. One of the pictures showed him posing inside a vehicle that had been decorated for his birthday celebrations. The sweetest moment came towards the end of the post, when Priyanka shared a video of Nick spending some musical time with their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. In the clip, Malti can be heard singing while Nick plays the piano alongside her. For the caption, the Quantico actress wrote, Happy birthday to the man that makes all our dreams come true.. everyday. We love you Gaga. Sound on @nickjonas @maltimarie. Priyankas mother, Madhu Chopra, also joined the birthday celebrations by sending her wishes to Nick. She posted several pictures featuring Nick with his brothers, Kevin and Joe Jonas, as well as Malti. Alongside it, she wrote, Happy Birthday, @nickjonas So grateful to have you as a part of our family. You're not just my son-in-law but truly like a son to me. For the unversed, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas first connected through direct messages on X, which eventually blossomed into a relationship. After a brief courtship, the couple got engaged in August 2018. Later that year, the couple exchanged wedding vows in Rajasthan in both Christian and Hindu ceremonies, celebrating their union with traditional customs. In January 2022, the couple welcomed their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, through surrogacy.
First rumoured wildcard contestant of Bigg Boss 20
Mumbai: Bigg Boss 20 has only just begun, but the buzz around its first wildcard entry is already heating up. Television star Karan Wahi has now left fans wondering if he is preparing to enter Salman Khans controversial reality show. The speculation began after Karan shared a picture of himself holding UNO cards on Instagram. 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 .
KPK search Agrarian Ministry over land rights corruption case
MC Stan takes a dig at Yung DSA? Deleted post sparks buzz
Mumbai: After staying away from social media and the limelight for quite some time, MC Stan has returned with a cryptic post that has left fans guessing. The Bigg Boss 16 winner shared an Instagram Story that read, Mere jaisa banne ke liye 7 janam lena padega, along with the word Original. However, Stan deleted 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 .
Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP Bengaluru: Three persons have been arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old married woman from her residence in Agrahara Dasarahalli, while police are investigating the involvement of a fourth person, DCP West Bengaluru, Yathish N. said on Thursday. Addressing the media, [] The post Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ganesh idols immersed at Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Despite an official ban on idol immersion at Tank Bund and posters by the city police, an Instagram reel has surfaced showing people scaling fences to throw idols into Hussain Sagar. The ban applies only to Tank Bund, not Hussain Sagar as a whole, with Necklace Road, NTR Marg and Peoples Plaza serving as 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 .
Bengaluru cops file FIR, expedite probe into married womans kidnapping by Rajasthan gang
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) The Magadi Road Police on Thursday registered an FIR in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old woman from Agrahara Dasarahalli in Bengaluru by some people from Rajasthan and a subsequent series of road accidents involving the vehicle used by the accused. The case has been registered under Sections 137, 61 and 110 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the police, Pooja, daughter of Gunaramu and a resident of Melwas village in Rajasthan, had married Om Prakash, 23, son of Shesh Ram, in a love marriage around eight to nine months ago against the wishes of their families. The couple subsequently moved to Bengaluru and had been residing in the Agrahara Dasarahalli locality. Unable to accept the marriage, Pooja's family allegedly sent four persons to Bengaluru to bring her back. The accused allegedly abducted Pooja from her residence and fled in a Hyundai Venue car. After the incident, local residents reportedly chased the vehicle. In an attempt to escape, the accused allegedly drove the car recklessly at around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, hitting more than 35 cars and over 100 two-wheelers during the chase. The chase continued for around nine kilometres before members of the public managed to intercept the vehicle at 4th Cross Road in Vijayanagar Hoshalli. The enraged public allegedly pelted the vehicle with stones, damaging it, and dragged three persons out of the car before assaulting them. They were subsequently handed over to the Vijayanagar police. Six people were injured in the series of accidents. They have been identified as Prithviraj, 12, Yashika, 9, Amul, 35, Mani, 64, Jayalakshmi, 57, and Santosh, 33. Jayalakshmi sustained a head injury and is undergoing treatment in the ICU, while the other injured people are also receiving treatment. The arrested accused have been identified as Rakesh, 31, Karan, 35, and Ayan, 18, all from Rajasthan. Saddam, who was allegedly driving the vehicle, managed to escape and police are conducting a search to trace him. The vehicle used in the alleged kidnapping and the three arrested accused are currently in police custody. During questioning, police reportedly found that Pooja's paternal aunt had allegedly hired the accused to kidnap her. Preliminary investigation has revealed that the aunt had remained in contact with Pooja after her marriage and had allegedly obtained her address recently. Police are continuing their investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the alleged kidnapping and the role of others in the incident.
Hanuman Ansh director reacts to THIS Haiwaan actor over 'lack of support' appeal
Haiwaan actor Mohit Raj broke down in an emotional Instagram video, revealing that none of his close friends had watched the film despite its release. He urged his well-wishers to support his decade-long journey by watching the Akshay-Saif starrer
Digital Desk | Moscow, Sep 17 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday extended wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday and lauded his contribution to strengthening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations. The Russian Embassy in India shared President Putin's message for PM Modi on Instagram. In the message, President Putin expressed gratitude to PM Modi for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him during his recent visit to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit. Russias President Vladimir Putin sent a message to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly congratulating him on his birthday (September 17, 2026). The message reads, in part: 'You are rightly enjoying a deep respect from your compatriots and great authority on the global stage. It is impossible to overstate your personal contribution to strengthening the special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia, the Russian Embassy in India posted on Instagram. According to the statement, President Putin described his recent talks with PM Modi as substantive, frank and productive and said he is ready to continue cooperation between the two nations on bilateral and international issues. I would like to express my gratitude for the warm and cordial welcome and hospitality extended to me and the Russian delegation during my visit to New Delhi last week. The talks we held were undoubtedly substantive, frank, and productive. As always, it was a genuine pleasure to talk with you, and our discussions once again demonstrated your extraordinary political wisdom and foresight. We will, of course, continue our constructive cooperation on pressing bilateral and international issues for the benefit of our friendly nations, the Russian Embassy quoted President Putin as mentioning in the message. President Putin's warm message for PM Modi comes after his recent visit to India for the 18th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi on September 12-13. During his visit, President Putin attended the two-day BRICS Summit and joined BRICS leaders in a tree plantation initiative. He also attended a dinner hosted by PM Modi for the visiting leaders at the Bharat Mandapam. President Putin held a meeting with PM Modi at Bharat Mandapam, where they discussed bilateral cooperation in key sectors and also the ongoing conflicts in West Asia and the Black Sea region. The two leaders also travelled in the same car to visit the INNOPROM Exhibition, immediately after ending their bilateral discussions at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The exhibition had been organised by the two countries ministries of industry and trade. Both leaders had showcased the same bonhomie in Kyrgyzstan on August 31 when they travelled in the same car to the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games after their bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek. Last year too, PM Modi and President Putin, had travelled in the same car to the venue of the bilateral meeting in China's Tianjin on the sidelines of the SCO Leaders' Summit.
Sonu Nigam issues clarification on video of him reacting to Salman Khan
MUMBAI: Playback singer Sonu Nigam has issued clarification with regards to a fabricated video of him reacting to the singing of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. On Thursday, the singer took to his Instagram, and shared a post featuring the fabricated video, and his clarification in which he shared that the video is taken from his []
Sonu Nigam issues clarification on video of him reacting to Salman Khans singing
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Playback singer Sonu Nigam has issued clarification with regards to a fabricated video of him reacting to the singing of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. On Thursday, the singer took to his Instagram, and shared a post featuring the fabricated video, and his clarification in which he shared that the video is taken from his original video of him reacting to a young Pakistani girls singing, and wrongly stitched together with a clip of Salmans song Main Hoon Hero Tera. He also penned a note, as he shared, Can expect the unexpected on internet. I stumbled upon this edited video. This was my reaction for a Pakistani little girl singer (sic). Sonu Nigam and Salman share a long professional history dating back to the 90s. The song Jaane Kya Hua Hai picturised on Salman and sung by Sonu Nigam is one of the biggest collaborations between the two. However, there were reports of a fallout between the two in the mid 2010s around the time when Main Hoon Hero Tera was released as a part of the micro-trend of actors singing their own songs. Sonu Nigam has expressed nuanced views on actors taking up singing in Bollywood. While he said that he respects actors who explore music, he has also emphasised that singing is a specialised art requiring years of training, practice, and dedication. He has occasionally questioned the trend of actors lending their voices to songs when professional singers are available. He believes that playback singing demands a distinct skill set and emotional depth that cannot always be replicated by acting talent alone. However, his views are not necessarily dismissive of actors who sing, rather, they highlight the importance of respecting the craft and expertise of professional singers.
Miley Cyrus says new album feels so alive as it keeps up with her life in real time
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Singer Miley Cyrus has talked about the deeply personal process of creating her new album Bass Persuades and shared that it feels special to see the record keep pace with the way her life has evolved in real time. Cyrus took to Instagram, where she shared a glimpse of the monochrome music video and went onto thank everyone who contributed to the album. She wrote as the caption: BASS PERSUADES. THE ALBUM. LETS GET MARRIED. THE VIDEO. 9/17 AT 9PM PT. Its been less than a year since starting to create this album and now releasing it. Having this record keep up with the way my life moves in real time and still feel so alive is special. Thank you to everyone who made this album what it is. Love you, Cyrus added. The Grammy-winner on September 2 announced shes coming out with her 10th album on on September 18. Cyrus had shared a black-and-white picture of herself posing with a rose placed in her mouth as she looked at the camera. She wrote: My tenth studio album, BASS PERSUADES, is yours September 18th. Music takes hold of us. We feel it, sing it, sometimes dance to it, let it out and carry on. It is powerful, vulnerable, sweet and strong. Heart full, heartache, every part of life in between. Thats what the title means to me. Thank you for being a part of making my wildest dreams come true. I sincerely hope you love this album. Miley, she added. Talking about Cyrus, she started as a child actress and became a teen idol with her work in the television series Hannah Montana. Her journey in music began with her US number-one pop rock albums Meet Miley Cyrus and Breakout. The single Party in the U.S.A., from her EP The Time of Our Lives, became one of the best-selling singles. She switched o trap-pop and R&B with Bangerz in 2013, which featured We Can't Stop and her first Billboard Hot 100 number-one Wrecking Ball. Cyrus tried her hands in genres such as psychedelic, country, and rock on her subsequent albums Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz, Younger Now, and Plastic Hearts.
Kangana Ranaut celebrates PM Modis birthday, speaks about Indias growth and Viksit Bharat vision
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She praised his leadership and highlighted Indias growth journey. Taking to Instagram, the Queen shared a special message for PM Modi and described his 25 years in public life as an inspiring chapter of service to the nation, dedication, and commitment to public welfare. She also prayed for the Prime Ministers good health, long life, and continued strength to serve the nation. Sharing her video, Kangana wrote, Heartfelt birthday wishes to Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. Your 25 years of public life have been an inspiring chapter of service to the nation, dedication, and commitment to public welfare. I pray to God for your good health, long life, and continued strength to serve the nation. May the resolve to build a developed and self-reliant India continue to receive new energy under your leadership. Heartiest birthday wishes, Modi Ji! #HappyBdayPMModi. In a video message, Kangana spoke about the current global situation and said India was fortunate to have a stable and reformed government since 2014. She credited the people of India and PM Modi for the countrys progress. Today is the Prime Minister's birthday. We are very fortunate to have his excellent and stable leadership, she said. Reflecting on Indias economic journey, she spoke about the countrys position before 2014 and its subsequent growth, saying India had moved from being described as part of the Fragile 5 to becoming one of the worlds fastest-growing economies. The Tanu Weds Manu actress said, Remember the time before 2014, when like a filmy dramatic plot point, the whole country was struggling with hunger, poverty and filth. The world called us Fragile 5. We were the 11th most struggling economy. Today, we are the fastest growing economy in the world. And we are becoming the 3rd largest economy in the world. Friends, his resolution of 2047, Jant Seva to Rashtra Seva, become a part of it. Today, we light a candle for the long life of our Prime Minister. And for that, we pray. Jai Hind. Jai Bharat, she added. PM Modi received warm wishes from celebrities, political leaders, and fans on his 76th birthday.
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Four main favourites: Frances MVL says India are not the only Olympiad contenders
France opened their Chess Olympiad campaign with a 4-0 win over Tunisia, but top board Maxime Vachier-Lagrave remains realistic about his teams chances. In an exclusive interaction, MVL named USA, India, China and Uzbekistan as the favourites. The French star also reflected on his three-decade chess journey, handling setbacks, his love for the game and his recent time in India.
Health Ministry restricts stem cell therapy for autism to approved clinical trials
New Delhi: The Union Health Ministry has issued an advisory to States and Union Territories reiterating that stem cell therapy can be offered as standard clinical care only for approved medical indications, while its therapeutic use for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) must remain restricted to duly approved clinical trials. The advisory, dated September 16, was issued to States and Union Territories that have adopted the Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010, in view of a Supreme Court judgment delivered on January 30, 2026. The Ministry said stem cell therapy must not be offered as routine, standard or commercial clinical services for conditions not included in the list of approved indications. With regard to autism, the advisory states that the therapeutic use of any type of stem cell must be restricted to duly approved clinical trials, in accordance with the National Guidelines for Stem Cell Research, 2017, issued jointly by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), along with other applicable government instructions. The Ministry has asked States and Union Territories to widely circulate the Supreme Courts directions among State and district regulatory authorities, as well as government and private clinical establishments involved in stem cell research, treatment, promotion or administration. It has called for strict compliance with the existing regulatory framework. Action against violations The advisory also highlights the consequences of violating the rules governing stem cell therapy. The Supreme Court, in paragraph 151(xiii) of its January 30 judgment in Yash Charitable Trust and Others v. Union of India and Others , held that non-compliance with statutory requirements must attract consequences, including professional misconduct under Regulation 7.22 of the Indian Medical Council Regulations, 2002. The judgment also referred to action under Sections 32 and 40 of the Clinical Establishments Act, which provide for cancellation of registration and penalties. The Ministry has accordingly urged regulatory authorities and clinical establishments to ensure compliance with the applicable framework. NMC reiterates restrictions The National Medical Commission (NMC), in an advisory dated September 5, also reiterated that stem cell therapy may be offered as standard clinical care only for approved indications. The NMC stated that unauthorised administration, prescription, promotion or advertisement of stem cell therapy beyond approved indications would constitute professional misconduct. It has advised State Medical Councils to examine alleged violations brought to their notice and take appropriate disciplinary action against registered medical practitioners where professional misconduct is established after due process.
Saudi club fined and handed closed-door game over apparent Jota taunts
Saudi club Al-Taawon has been fined and ordered to play behind closed doors after video appeared to show fans chanting about the late Portugal forward Diogo Jota. The Saudi soccer federation said fans had chanted phrases and slogans that violated its ethics. Al-Taawon was fined 100,000 Saudi Riyals (around $26,700) and ordered to play its next two home games without fans. The governing body said the decision could not be appealed. Footage appeared online over the weekend showing Portugal international Ruben Neves reacting to what sounded like chants of Jota's name during Al-Hilal's 6-0 win against Al-Taawon. Liverpool striker Jota and his brother Andre Silva were killed in a car accident in Spain in July 2025. Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, a teammate of Jota's, called for lifetime bans for fans involved in the chants. The league must take action and punish this kind of fan behaviour, the Al-Nassr forward commented on a video of the incident on Instagram. This is no
Nimisha Sajayan tells 'Enna Vilai' director Sajeev Pazhoor: I'm incredibly proud of you!
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actress Nimisha Sajayan, whose performance in director Sajeev Pazhoor's eagerly awaited social drama, 'Enna Vilai', has come in for praise from industry insiders and critics, has now penned a post of gratitude ahead of the film's release in which she has told the film's director that she was incredibly proud of him. Taking to her Instagram page to pen the post of gratitude, Nimisha Sajayan wrote, Dear Sajeev Chettan, nine years later we are collaborating again and it feels so special. In 2017 you gave me Sreeja, my debut character and in many ways thats where this beautiful journey began for me. And after nine years, you have once again given me a character that is so special and close to my heart...Kanchana. She went on to say,Thank you for trusting me with Kanchana. Thank you for believing in me...for supporting me & for being there throughout this journey. Tomorrow is a very special day as Enna Vilai releases your debut as a director. Ive seen your dedication, passion and all the love youve poured into this film. Weve all witnessed the writer in you and tomorrow the world gets to witness the director. Im so excited and incredibly proud of you. Enna Vilai releases tomorrow in theatres near you. Please go watch & show this beautiful film some love. Heres to your new beginning..Sajeev Ettan, she wrote. It may be recalled that the actress had only recently disclosed that the director had never disclosed to her which character he had in mind for her while he first narrated the script to her. Nimisha Sajayan had said, When Sajeev narrated the story to me, he didnt tell me which character he had in mind for me. He simply said, Okay, now, you pick. There were two beautifully written characters, and Rishis character was also brilliantly written. So, I was genuinely curious and a little sceptical about whether he was considering me for Vijayalakshmis character or the role of Kanchana. But honestly, I was happy either way. I was completely open to taking up Vijis character as well because I really liked the space the character offered. Stating that she already had a soft corner for Kanchanas character, Nimisha said, So, when Sajeev finally told me that the character he had in mind for me was Kanchana, I was overwhelmed. I was almost in tears. I just hugged him and asked him, Why did you do this? I wasnt sure which character he was going to offer me because both were so beautifully and strongly written. But the moment he said, Its you, it became a very emotional moment for me. The beauty of 'Enna Vilai' is that every character has a deep emotional arc. Stating that she didnt have many combination scenes with Karunaas, who plays the lead in the film, Nimisha said his performance was extraordinary. Vijayalakshmis character is also very hard-hitting, and she has excelled as a performer. I am so glad that the press and media fraternity has received the film so warmly. It is a bliss to receive such heartfelt appreciation for my character. Director Sajeev deserves all the credit for bringing these characters to life. I am sure Enna Vilai will remain a memorable film for cinema lovers, she said. Rooted in a socially relevant premise, Enna Vilai follows a man whose means of survival is tied to the coins devotees offer to the sea near Rameswaram. What begins as a struggle for dignity and livelihood gradually develops into a larger legal battle, bringing questions of justice, survival and human dignity into sharp focus. Written and directed by Sajeev Pazhoor, Enna Vilai has been produced by Githesh V under the banner of Kalamaya Films. The film features music by Sam C.S., cinematography by Alby Antony and editing by Sreejith Sarang.
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Muzaffarnagar e-rickshaw driver Sumit Kumar Prajapati travelled from Manali to Spiti Valley in his battery-powered three-wheeler, documenting the challenging mountain journey on Instagram, including charging stops, rough roads and his arrival at Kunzum Pass.
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Prashant Agrawal Shares Lessons on Sacrifice, Time and Respect for Parents
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City development is a science. Building roads, bridges, offices, educational institutions, and other related structures and then placing these in a larger scheme of things, is a fine discipline. Similarly, putting in place amenities requires subject-specific knowledge and professional exposure to practice. But all this apart, city building is an art. It is a fine art of understanding space, the people who live and have lived in that space over centuries. It needs a fine grasp of the cultural personality of the city. It also needs an appreciation of the geography and peoples relation to that geography. This part doesnt require as much administration as it requires understanding. Perhaps, the most valuable thing that is required here is belonging. Srinagar, as a city desperately needs that sense of belonging. Someone who has a pulse on the paths that people living in this city have traversed over centuries. Someone who can dip his sense of beauty in the very waters of this city and feel rejuvenated. Someone who can smell the fragrance buried deep in the soil of this city. Someone who can walk the lanes of this city and feel grounded. Someone who can relish the gardens in the city and feel relieved. Someone who can visit the shrines in this city and feel rich in soul. Someone who can mix with the matrix of this city and feel the warmth like that of mothers lap. Unfortunately, the smart city idea applied on Srinagar is blank on this sense of belonging. Even the administrative and engineering side of this project threw up many things that are questionable. The pictures that appear on social media, occasionally in regular media too, speak of the shoddy work that has been done. It looks like that someone has drawn the plan somewhere away from this city, without having any feel of the city. The news stories that appear in the newspapers every other day about this smart city project raise some serious questions about city planning. Srinagar is not a city that was born just yesterday! This city, as a living space, has its own depth of time.
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Ed Sheeran has 10 U.S. shows left and no backing band or opening acts
The fate of Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour is suddenly uncertain after all of the British singer's remaining opening acts quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped from the remaining North American dates over pro-Palestinian comments. Hours after Sheeran released a statement saying it was the promoter's decision to remove Macklemore from the tour and not his, the rest of his supporting acts Irish singer Aaron Rowe, Danish pop band Lukas Graham and songwriter Finneas as well as Sheeran's house band, Beoga, announced that they were pulling out in protest. Artists must not be silenced when they speak up for the oppressed, Finneas, the brother of Billie Eilish, wrote in a note posted to Instagram . I have decided to withdraw from my upcoming tour dates with Ed Sheeran. I stand with Palestine and its people. The Irish artists cited their country's history of oppression in their decisions to drop out. I don't take the decision lightly. Ed has been a friend to me and has changed my life, I could never thank him enough for this, Rowe wrote in his own Instagram post . But as Irish people we know all too well about genocide, forced famine and violent occupation. I cannot stand by and allow billionaires to use their position of power to silence the rightful voices of those who speak up against Israeli genocide and who highlight the savage murder of children. We are Irish people who understand colonialism, Beoga said in a statement on Instagram . As founding members of the Irish Artists for Palestine movement, we are committed activists for justice and will continue to be. Finneas O'Connell attends the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 1. John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Finneas was scheduled to be the supporting act for stops in Chile, Paraguay, Argentina and Brazil. Rowe and Lukas Graham had been due to open for Sheeran on his remaining 11 North American tour dates. As of Wednesday, they were all still listed as supporting acts on Sheeran's Loop Tour website . Remaining dates of Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour Sept. 19: Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia Sept. 25-26: Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. Oct. 3: Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta Oct. 10: Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis Oct. 17: Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Oct. 24: AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas Oct 29-30: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. Nov 7: Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Nov. 21-22: Estadio Bicentenario De La Florida in Santiago, Chile Nov. 26: Nueva Olla Stadium in Asuncin, Paraguay Nov. 29: Toms Adolfo Duc Stadium (Huracn Stadium) in Buenos Aires, Argentina Dec. 5-6: Nubank Parque in Sao Paulo Dec. 11: Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes in Mexico City None of the U.S. shows are sold out. It's unclear whether ticket holders who may also want to protest in solidarity with Macklemore can exchange their tickets or get a refund. According to Ticketmaster , event organizers determine refund policies, and they are only allowed in limited circumstances. Ticketmaster's standard purchase policy states : Opening Acts are subject to change or cancellation at any time without notice. No refund will be given due to a change in or cancellation of a Participant or Opening Act. And according to Sheeran's website , all sales are final: If you change your mind about your ticket purchase, you are not entitled to a refund or exchange on your ticket purchase. How we got here Macklemore performs in Dublin in 2025. Kieran Frost/Redferns via Getty Images Earlier this month, Macklemore performed as Sheeran's opening act at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where he made pro-Palestinian comments and performed his protest song Hind's Hall. The song was written after protests in support of Palestine occurred on college campuses across the U.S. in 2024, and is named after Hind Rajab, a 5-year-old Palestinian girl who was killed by Israeli troops in Gaza. Last month, Israel's military acknowledged that its troops had opened fire on the car carrying Hind and her family and said it had opened a criminal investigation into the killing. A big part of the reason why I wanted to do this tour in the first place is so I could stand up in stadiums like this and say two words that are very near and dear to my heart: 'Free Palestine,' Macklemore said onstage at MetLife Stadium. To all of my Jewish brothers and sisters, criticism of Israel, criticism of apartheid, being against genocide, it in no way is criticism of you, the rapper added. His comments drew criticism from pop singer Pink and pro-Israel groups, including the Israeli-American Council, which started a petition to have the Grammy-winning artist dropped from the tour. Robert Kraft speaks to the media at Tom Brady's induction into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame in Foxborough, Mass., in 2024. Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Robert Kraft, owner of the NFL's New England Patriots, said in a statement that Macklemore wouldn't be welcome at Gillette Stadium for the tour's scheduled performances at the end of September. According to Macklemore , Kraft who in 2024 withdrew funding for Columbia University over its handling of protests against Israel's war in Gaza had rallied some of the other stadium owners to give Sheeran an ultimatum: If Macklemore stays on the tour, you will not be allowed to play. In his statement , Sheeran said that he had spoken with Kraft and the other venues to try and build a bridge, but that their decision was final. After Macklemore's performances at my New Jersey shows, venues on my upcoming tour dates communicated that they would pull the shows if he was still supporting, he said on Instagram Tuesday. Macklemore coming off tour was the promoter's decision, it was not mine. View this post on Instagram The promoter, Messina Touring Group, said in a statement to Rolling Stone that it had been notified by venues on Sheeran's upcoming U.S. tour that they would not allow a concert to take place with Macklemore on the lineup, which would result in the cancellation of the tour and impact hundreds of thousands of fans. The company said that after discussions with stakeholders, it decided to remove Macklemore. Representatives for the Messina Touring Group did not immediately return a request for comment. In his Instagram post, Sheeran also insisted that I do not use my professional platform for politics. My audience includes young people, often children, of all backgrounds, he said. Those who come to my shows do not expect a political forum. But several commenters were quick to point out that Sheeran has, in fact, used his professional platform to support political causes , including a video he posted ahead of his performance at a 2022 benefit concert for Ukraine. I just wanted to say to all Ukrainians, I love you, I stand with you, and I'm so proud to be playing this fundraising event, he said. On Wednesday, Macklemore pledged to donate $1 million from the net earnings from Ed Sheeran's tour to organizations that support Palestinians. The rapper then called on Kraft to match his donation. This article originally appeared on Yahoo News at https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/article/every-act-on-ed-sheerans-tour-has-quit-his-next-show-is-in-3-days-174613425.html
Fed hikes interest rates for 1st time in 3 years in unanimous decision
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in three years in a unanimous decision on Wednesday, with central bankers now seeing a second hike this year to arrest sticky inflation. The Federal Open Market Committee voted to raise its benchmark interest rate to the range of 3.75% to 4% from 3.5% to 3.75%, the first rate hike since July 2023, as renewed tensions in the Middle East drive oil prices higher and raise concerns about broadening price pressures. We now have data broadly defined that says the economy has indeed strengthened, Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh said in a press conference following the meeting. Underlying growth is higher. Inflation is the problem. Stable prices have been the problem for, now, more than five and a half years. So what the committee decided to do today was take an action to ensure a timely return to our pricestability. Noting that the economy is essentially at full employment, Warsh said he thinks the Fed can tame inflation without depressing growth. I don't believe that we need to do harm to the labor markets to achieve our objective, he said. I don't believe that the two parts of our mandate price stability and full employment are working at cross purposes over the medium term. Dot plot projects another hike in 2026 In their updated summary of economic projections, officials now see one more rate hike this year. That compares with expectations in June, when half of the committee expected they would need to raise rates once this year, while the rest thought they could hold rates steady. Warsh didnt show his hand, declining to participate in the so-called dot plot for the second time. For 2026, 12 officials see two rate hikes, four see three rate hikes, while two see one rate hike. The median of 18 Fed officials projects holding rates steady in 2027, after two hikes this year, followed by one cut in 2028. Headline inflation is now seen rising 3.7%, compared with 3.6% previously. On a core basis, officials see inflation at 3.4%, compared with 3.3% previously. Officials dont see inflation dropping back to their 2% goal until after 2028. The latest Consumer Price Index reading showed prices rose 0.3% in August month over month on a core basis, which strips out volatile food and energy prices to better gauge underlying inflation. That was an acceleration over the prior two months, and a hair faster than the 0.2% threshold many officials said theyd need to see to be convinced inflation is slowing on its own. The plain fact is that inflation is too high and has been for too long. This summer's inflation readings do not tell me that underlying trends have meaningfullyimproved, Warsh said in the press conference. The Fed expects a slightly stronger economy, with GDP growing 2.3% versus 2.2% previously. The unemployment rate is projected at 4.1%, down from prior expectations of 4.3%. Unemployment currently stands at 4.1%. Officials noted in their statement that uncertainty remains elevated in part due to geopolitical developments, but that domestic spending has been resilient. The Feds actions come nearly seven weeks before the midterm elections, at a time when President Trump has relentlessly urged the central bank to cut rates, warning he might otherwise halt trade with countries maintaining trade surpluses with the US . Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has similarly argued that recent inflation reflects a temporary supply shock from higher oil prices and tariffs that is washing through. By voting to raise rates on Wednesday, Warsh signaled for the first time his willingness to break from Trump. As I said at the policy symposium in Jackson Hole, I would be hard-pressed to describe broad financial conditions as restrictive, he said. This view was widely shared by the committee, so we removed a dose of accommodation. Jennifer Schonberger is a veteran financial journalist covering markets, the economy, and investing. At Yahoo Finance, she covers the Federal Reserve, Congress, the White House, the Treasury, the SEC, the economy, cryptocurrencies, and the intersection of Washington policy with finance. Follow her on X @Jenniferisms and on Instagram . Click here for the latest economic news and indicators to help inform your investing decisions Read the latest financial and business news from Yahoo Finance This article originally appeared on Yahoo Finance at https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/policy/article/fed-raises-interest-rates-by-a-quarter-point-in-unanimous-decision-marking-first-hike-in-3-years-171212149.html
Chess Olympiad: Erigaisi stunned by little-known Thai as Indian men start with a 3-1 win
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Defending champions India made a winning start in the 46th Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, but their 3-1 win over Thailand was marked by a stunning defeat for Arjun Erigaisi on the top board. Even though most of the top teams and rating favourites secured 4-0 wins against weaker teams in the Swiss League event, there were notable performances like that by Botswana, who played a fantastic match to hold a strong Brazil side 2-2 despite their players starting the match trailing their opponents by more than 400 Elo on each board. But Erigaisi's defeat to Thailands Prin Laohawirapap was the biggest upset of the day, even though reigning World Champion D Gukesh, Nihal Sarin and Vidit Gujrathi won their respective games to secure a 3-1 win for the 2024 winner in the Open section. Erigaisi had enjoyed the better position for much of the game, but a tactical oversight towards the end allowed Laohawirapap to turn the tables and secure a memorable win. With both players running short of time, Erigaisi faced an extremely tricky position. He needed to find the third move to defend against the Thai player's threats while keeping his extra pawn and winning chances. Instead, Erigaisi blundered and let his opponent unleash a dangerous sequence as his king came under attack. He tried to defend till 54 moves when Erigaisi resigned. On the other boards, Gukesh defeated Alriyami Faris Rashid, Sarin beat Kulpruethanon Thanadon, while Vidit Gujrathi defeated Khumnorkaew Tupfah. In other matches, Hosts Uzbekistan defeated Jamaica 4-0; top seed United States, playing without their top player Fabiano Caruana, beat Iraq 3.5-0.5; China blanked Uganda 4-0, as did Germany, Azerbaijan, France, Armenia and England among others. In the women's section, defending champions India blanked Dominican Republic 4-0 with Koneru Humpy, Vaishali Rameshbabu, Vantika Agrawal and Savitha Shri B winning their respective games. Uzbekistan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, China, the United States, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, France and Poland also won their respective matches 4-0.
Pegula pulls out of Singapore after busy hard-court swing till the US Open
Digital Desk | New York, Sep 17 (IANS) American star Jessica Pegula has decided to skip next week's WTA 500 Singapore Open to recover from the busy campaigns in the hard-court season till the US Open. The Singapore Open and Korea Open, also being played next week, are the first two tournaments of the Asian Swing. They each kick off on September 21 and will run through September 27. Pegula announced her decision to give Singapore a miss on social media, pointing to the physical drain caused by her schedule in the United States. I'm really disappointed to have to withdraw from Singapore, Pegula wrote in an Instagram story. After a long and physically demanding few weeks at the US Open, I'm just not quite ready to get back on court and compete at the level I expect from myself. I was really looking forward to playing in Singapore and hope I can come back in the future, she wrote in her post. It was quite a busy time in the hard-court swing for Pegula, currently at a career-high No. 3 in the WTA Rankings. She reached finals in Washington, D.C. and Cincinnati, with a run to the Round of 16 in Toronto sandwiched in between, before reaching the semifinals of the US Open for the second straight year. The 32-year-old went 15-4 in win/loss ratio during the American hard-court swing, and her 50 wins lead the WTA Tour. She's also currently third on the Race to the WTA Finals leaderboard, with 5,825 points. Pegula is still scheduled to play the China Open, the first of back-to-back WTA 1000s, at the end of the month. Pegula was going to be the top seed in Singapore. It will now be World No. 5 Mirra Andreeva. The 28-player field also includes Top 20 players Amanda Anisimova and Alexandra Eala. Maja Chwalinska, Elise Mertens, Barbora Krejcikova and Maria Sakkari will also be in the draw.
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Poverty Porn Posing As Photojournalism: Foreign Media at BRICS Summit Exposes West's Cliched View
India hosted the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, bringing together 11 members representing roughly half the worlds population and a major share of global GDP. Leaders adopted a 45-page, 140-paragraph declaration covering West Asia, terrorism, trade, energy, AI and reform of global institutions. Yet several international outlets used photographs of cyclists, mopeds and everyday workers beside BRICS hoardings. The images were authentic. The editorial choices are now being questioned. Does repeatedly pairing Indias global ambitions with poverty imagery create a misleading ambition versus reality narrative? This report examines the summits actual diplomatic outcomes, the foreign-media framing, the old snake charmer stereotype and why Indias rise is still being viewed through a narrow visual lens.
The makers of Main Na Raha Mera have unveiled the teaser of the upcoming romantic musical, offering a first look at the relationship between Adhyayan Suman and debutant Divita Rai. The teaser comes after the release of the films motion poster and introduces a love story shaped by romance, heartbreak and the conflict between love and ego. Set against expansive mountain landscapes, the teaser features a combination of motorcycle sequences and intimate moments between the lead characters. Snow-covered locations, celebrations and emotional confrontations form part of the visual narrative, hinting at a relationship that moves through different stages before arriving at a point of separation and unresolved longing. At the centre of the story is the question, Kya guroor ishq se bada ho sakta hai? The teaser appears to explore the impact of pride on a relationship and the emotional consequences that follow when love and ego come into conflict. Adhyayan Suman shared, The teaser gives audiences their first real glimpse into Rajs world, one torn between unfiltered love and the weight of ego. Main Na Raha Mera explores what happens when pride refuses to let you heal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by T-Series (@tseries.official) The film also marks the Bollywood debut of Divita Rai, who was crowned Miss Diva 2022. Speaking about her first acting project, she said, This film will always be special to me as it marks the beginning of my journey as an actor. Playing such an emotionally layered character pushed me to discover a new side of myself. The experience was challenging, exciting and deeply fulfilling. Music forms an important part of Main Na Raha Mera, with the teaser culminating in the title track featuring Arijit Singhs vocals. Composed by Rahul Nair, the song sets the emotional tone for the film and becomes a key element of the teaser. Adhyayan added, We envisioned the film as an ode to timeless, melody-driven romance. Rahul Nairs music is the heartbeat of our story, and this teaser is only a glimpse of the emotional journey ahead. Created by Adhyayan Suman and directed by Amit Kasaria, Main Na Raha Mera is produced by Dharmesh Sangani under Sangani Brothers Motion Pictures in association with T-Series. The film features lyrics by Dev Pandey and Athul Dheeraj, with cinematography by Pradeep S. Khanvilkar. Main Na Raha Mera is scheduled to release in theatres on October 23, 2026. Also Read: Adhyayan Suman and Divita Rais Main Na Raha Mera first look out, teaser to release on September 16
Gukesh, Sarin Lead India To Win At Chess Olympiad Opener
The Indian men's chess team, led by D Gukesh, Nihal Sarin, and Vidit Gujrathi, secured a 3-1 victory over Thailand in their opening match at the 46th World Chess Olympiad, despite Arjun Erigaisi's unexpected loss. The Indian women's team achieved a commanding 4-0 win against the Dominican Republic, with Koneru Humpy, R Vaishali, Vantika Agrawal, and B Savitha Shri all registering wins.
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Sara Ali Khan taking a Swiss Alps escape with mom is pure bliss; Mommy & Mountain poem goes viral
Sara Ali Khan has once again turned up the wanderlust quotient on Instagram, sharing a fresh set of pictures from her recent high-altitude getaway to the Swiss Alps with her mother, Amrita Singh. Known for her love of mountains and scenic escapes, the actress used the post to celebrate both nature and family time in equal measure. In the carousel post dropped on her official handle, Sara is seen enjoying a quiet coffee moment against a backdrop of sweeping mountain views. Other frames capture lush grazing fields, snow-capped glaciers, and serene lakeside locales that define the Swiss landscape. The visuals strike a balance between relaxed travel vibes and postcard-perfect scenery, a combination that has become a hallmark of Saras social media presence. The actress has often documented her mountain trips, from the Himalayas to European ranges, making it clear that high-altitude destinations are her go-to for recharging. This latest Swiss detour continues that pattern, with the added warmth of travelling alongside her mother. True to her style, Sara accompanied the photos with a poetic, rhyming caption that quickly caught fans attention. She wrote: Peace & Pahad = Mommy & Mountain / Kabhi Lake Kabhi Glacier Kabhi River kabhi Fountain / If you want true bliss Mommy must count in / Aur baaki vaadiyan sambhal lenge- That I know for certain. The caption neatly ties together her twin lovesmountains and momwhile adding a playful, rhythmic touch that followers have come to expect from her travel posts. It also reinforces the idea that for Sara, the best trips are the ones shared with family. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95) While fans soak in the Swiss visuals, Saras professional calendar remains busy. She is set to reunite with Pati Patni Aur Woh Do co-star Ayushmann Khurrana in Udta Teer, an espionage drama produced by Dharma Productions. The film is expected to hit cinemas later this year, marking another high-profile project for the actress following a string of diverse roles. For now, Saras Swiss Alps post serves as both a travel inspiration and a reminder that, for her, peace truly equals Mommy & Mountain. Also Read: Sara Ali Khan makes New York Fashion Week debut in preppy Tommy Hilfiger look
Highlights Jyotika and Suriya renew their wedding vows as they celebrate 20 years of marriage. Jyotika says their milestone is about embracing imperfections, sacrifices and understanding. She calls Suriya her equal, confidant, gossip partner and best friend. Jyotika and Suriya have marked 20 years of marriage by renewing their wedding vows, but the actress made it clear that their milestone was not about celebrating a perfect relationship. Instead, Jyotika chose to celebrate the imperfections, adjustments, sacrifices and friendship that have shaped their life together. The actress shared a video from the vow renewal on Instagram in collaboration with Suriya. Titled The Sequel, the post looked back on their journey while looking ahead to the next 20 years. This is not a celebration of a perfect marriage In her emotional note, Jyotika described their two decades together as 20 years of love and war, before explaining why she wanted to celebrate their relationship in a different way. See on Instagram This is not a celebration of a perfect marriage. This is a celebration of imperfections, of adjustments, of understanding, sacrifices, of loving each other selflessly, she wrote. She described them as the imperfect us, with the perfect understanding, reflecting on how they had grown together over the years. Jyotika also spoke about choosing happiness and appreciating the life they have built. One of her vows was to remain positive and celebrate life, particularly because she feels loved and respected by Suriya. See on Instagram Jyotikas vows focus on family and friendship Among her vows was a promise never to complain. Rather than expecting life or marriage to be perfect, Jyotika said she wanted to accept its gaps and imperfections. She also vowed to be thankful for waking up beside Suriya and for their children, who she said had given her life meaning. Another vow focused on health, which she described as the only true asset we ever build. For their children, Jyotika promised to be the best mother, not simply through cooking, cleaning or helping, but through being happy and creating memories they would want to relive. See on Instagram My equal, your confidant and your best friend Jyotikas final vows centred on her relationship with Suriya as both a husband and a friend. She promised to remain an imperfect wife who may fight with him but also makes up and grows closer to him through those experiences. Most importantly, she said she wanted to cherish their friendship. Jyotika described Suriya as her equal, confidant, gossip partner and best friend, alongside being her husband and the father of their children. As they renewed their vows after 20 years of marriage, she ended by looking towards the next two decades with the same idea that shaped her message: an imperfect relationship can still have a deep understanding.
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It Hit Me Everywhere: Thailands Natthakan Chantham Reveals Painful Attempt At Suryas Supla Shot
The Asian Games: Thailand batter Natthakan Chantham has revealed her attempt to add Suryakumar Yadavs famous Supla shot to her repertoire ahead of the 2026 Asian Games, admitting that the experiment has been anything but straightforward. I have tried, but it hit me everywhere! Chantham said with a laugh in an interview with Olympics.com ahead of the Asian Games 2026. I would love to (play it), but first I have to stick to my strengths. Suryakumar remains Chanthams favourite cricketer, with the Thai batter following his exploits through YouTube highlights, Instagram and the Indian cricket teams social media channels. What appeals to her most is the freedom with which he bats. I could see his confidence and attitude to play, Chantham said. He just times the ball. He does not care about having good technique, or (looking) beautiful. He just times the ball well, and it becomes beautiful like he is. Should she ever meet the Indian star, Chantham already has a question prepared: I want a tip to play properly - what do you call that shot? Supla shot, she said. Shubman Gill is another Indian batter she admires, particularly for the ease of his strokeplay. Effortless, Chantham said when asked what she liked about Shubman Gills batting. I love someone who plays effortless and times the ball well. Rather than discussing technique with Gill, she would prefer to understand his mindset: I might ask about his thinking when he plays, when hes batting, she said. I want to know not about technique, but about how he plays, about the mind. Indias influence on Chantham has also extended to her own development. She credited Indian coach Harshal Pathak with helping her become a more aggressive batter. He guided me a lot - how to build the game, how to play aggressive batting, Chantham said. He impacted my batting a lot. Her cricket journey began almost by accident. At eight, Chantham wanted to join her schools movie club, but it was already full. I picked up cricket accidentally, she recalled. I wanted to pick the movie club, but the movie club was full and the cricket club was still empty. From those unlikely beginnings, Chantham became part of Thailands womens cricket journey. With few established players at home to look up to, the team drew inspiration from countries such as India, Australia and England. Crickets limited public recognition in Thailand remains evident in Chanthams everyday experiences. They still have no idea about cricket, she said. When they ask me what sport I play and I say cricket, I have to say it slowly, properly. They say, Oh, is it hockey? And I say, No, I said cricket, its not hockey. The Asian Games provides a different kind of platform because of its popularity in Thailand. When I tell them SEA Games, Asian Games, they definitely know, she said. They know thats quite big for you and quite popular in Thailand. With little margin for error in a knockout competition, Chantham said Thailand cannot afford to hold anything back. We have no excuse to say, We can go easy, or Next opportunity, next chance. We have no next chance, she said. We have to go 100 per cent and no excuses. The Asian Games provides a different kind of platform because of its popularity in Thailand. When I tell them SEA Games, Asian Games, they definitely know, she said. They know thats quite big for you and quite popular in Thailand. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The new generation have no idea about playing along with the big teams like India, Pakistan, Australia, England, she said. But when we reach that, it means we message them, You also can do it. Article Source: IANS
Netflix is set to bring back The Great Indian Kapil Show with its fifth season, with the comedy series premiering on September 26. The new season will stream every Saturday at 8 PM, with Kapil Sharma returning alongside the show's much-loved ensemble. Season 5 will see Kapil Sharma reunite with Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Archana Puran Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu. The new season has been positioned around the theme of Hasi Ka Tyohaar, with the show set to coincide with the upcoming festive period. According to Netflix, the latest season will feature a mix of celebrity guests, newsmakers and personalities from different walks of life. The episodes are expected to combine candid conversations with sketches, banter, playful roasting and comedy segments involving the guests and the show's regular cast. The return marks the show's latest chapter after a six-month gap. Netflix has described The Great Indian Kapil Show as a family entertainer that has continued to bring audiences together across age groups. The streaming platform has also teased a guest line-up that will explore different facets of Indian culture and personalities as part of the new season. Talking about returning for another season, Kapil Sharma said, Every season, we think we have done enough masti (fun), and then we realise that we are not done yet! And somewhere I feel thats what keeps us going. We are extremely grateful for the love our audience, world over, has given The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix and this time around we will be celebrating the upcoming festivities wholeheartedly be it Diwali or Christmas. Bas lifafe Archana ji se duur rakhiye, baki hum Hasi ka Tyohaar to le kar aa hi rahe hain! (Just keep the gifts and envelopes away from Archana ji, we are coming soon with the festival of laughter). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix said, As we continue to build our comedy slate with diverse voices, formats and flavours, The Great Indian Kapil Show has carved out a distinct place for itself as an all time and evergreen family entertainer. Now in its fifth season, the show stands as proof that our curated approach for this show is bringing audiences of all ages together, creating a shared cultural experience. Returning after a six-month gap, the anticipation around the show has been building, and we're thrilled to bring it back with an exciting line-up of guests and right at the start of the festive season. This season is all about har type ka funny, with Kapil truly living up to his title as the comedy king. We're excited to bring audiences fresh moments, unexpected surprises and, above all, more reasons to make Hasi Ka Tyohaar a celebration for everyone. The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 will premiere on September 26, with new episodes releasing every Saturday at 8 PM exclusively on Netflix. Also Read: Navjot Singh Sidhu teases Malaika Arora on The Great Indian Kapil Show: Malaika mam is very mischievous, I cant tell you how much
Shalini Pandeys heartwarming Ganeshotsav message urges everyone to celebrate with love, not noise
Actress Shalini Pandey shared a deeply touching moment this Ganeshotsav, turning her interaction with a frightened little cat into a heartfelt message about kindness, compassion and celebrating responsibly. Sharing glimpses of the adorable little soul, Shalini opened up about how the little soul, overwhelmed by the noise and crackers, found its way to her. In her words: A frightened little soul, overwhelmed by the noise and crackers, found his way to me. Somehow, in that quiet moment, he understood that I was trying to make him feel safe, and gave me something back that words cannot explain. She added, They may not have our words, but they know fear, hunger, pain and safety, and perhaps love far more deeply than we do. So this Ganpati, if you come across a frightened soul, be kind. Try to understand what theyre feeling. If you can, make them feel a little safer. Celebrate with love, not noise. Sometimes, a little kindness can make all the difference. Ganpati Bappa Morya. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shalini Pandey (@shalzp) Through her words, Shalini gently highlighted how animals experience the fear and distress caused by loud noises, while also reminding everyone that compassion can offer them a sense of safety. Her message captures the deeper spirit of the festival love, empathy and kindness towards every living being. A simple moment between her and a frightened soul has turned into a meaningful reminder that celebrations can be joyful without becoming frightening for those around us. With her touching note, Shalini has added a beautiful thought to the festive spirit: celebrate with love, not noise. Also Read: Shalini Pandey reacts to fake AI-generated video: It is deeply disturbing to see technology being misused in this way
