Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 19 (IANS) Director Samjad PS's upcoming film 'Half' has made history by becoming the first Malayalam film to be screened in the prestigious Midnight Madness section of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Sources present at the venue claimed the films screening was met with an electrifying response from the audience, with the energy inside the theatre continuing through the post-screening question and answer session. Produced by Anne Sajeev and P. K. Sajeev under the banner of Fragrant Nature Film Creations, 'Half' drew enthusiastic reactions from international audiences for its raw, distinctive and immersive cinematic experience. The packed theatre erupted in applause at several moments during the screening, with the films intense world and unconventional presentation leaving a strong impression on viewers. Director Samjad, producers Anne Sajeev and P. K. Sajeev, lead actors Ranjith Sajeev and Aiswarya Raj, music composer Mithun Mukundan and sound designer Vishnu Govind joined the session, engaging with the audience on the films theme, making, visual language, music, sound design and performances. The performances of Ranjith Sajeev and Aiswarya Raj were discussed during the Q&A session, with viewers posing questions to the actors about their characters in the film. The films action sequences also emerged as a major talking point among viewers, with the fight choreography by Very Tri Yulisman drawing particular attention. The films music and sound design were equally appreciated for contributing to its intense atmosphere and immersive viewing experience. For the unaware, the film boasts of a fine technical unit. Cameraman Pappinu has shot the film while editing for the film has been handled by Mahesh Bhuvanend. Sound design for the film is by Vishnu Govind. The films international journey has been strengthened by its global partnerships. Excel Entertainment and AA Films are presenting and distributing HALF across North India, while its International Sales Rights have been acquired by Best Friend Forever (BFF).
Congress leader says 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' in Indore will be historic; 2.5 lakh registrations received
Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 19 (IANS) Ahead of Congress leader Rahul Gandhis visit to Indore for the 'Chhatron Ki Goonj programme, senior Congress leader Sajjan Singh Verma said the event would be historic and claimed that around 2.5 lakh students had registered voluntarily for the programme. Verma said the programme was non-political and that Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, had immense popularity among the youth, particularly students across India. Todays programme will be historic. It is a non-political programme. Rahul Gandhi has immense popularity among the youth, especially students in India. Students believe that there is someone in India who is raising his voice for their rights and fighting for their rights, Verma told IANS. He said similar programmes had been organised in several cities, including Gaya, Pune, Kota and Dehradun, where thousands of students participated voluntarily. Wherever such programmes have been held across India, thousands of students have participated voluntarily, including in Gaya, Pune, Kota and Dehradun. The programme in Indore will be the biggest of them all. Indore is a student hub, and students are registering voluntarily. Around 2.5 lakh registrations have been received, Verma said. Ahead of LoP Rahul Gandhis visit to Indore for the Chhatron Ki Goonj programme, many students got his image tattooed on their hands. However, ahead of the event, posters targeting him were also put up across Indore, but they were quickly removed by Congress workers. Congress leader Digvijaya Singh said the BJP was anxious about the event and described the programme as important for discussions on various issues. Welcoming the participation of students, Digvijaya Singh said a large number of students were joining the programme because they were unhappy with the government and affected by issues in the education sector. A hearty welcome and greetings. Students from here are participating in large numbers because they are unhappy and suffering under this government. They are against paper leaks and the corruption in the education department, he said. LoP Rahul Gandhi is arriving in Indore on Saturday for the Congress Chhatron Ki Goonj outreach programme, with the party seeking to turn the event into a major platform to raise issues concerning students, education, recruitment and unemployment in Madhya Pradesh. The Congress and BJP have traded allegations over the venue issue, adding to the political significance of LoP Gandhis visit to Madhya Pradesh. The event is part of LoP Gandhis wider Chhatron Ki Goonj outreach, with previous editions held in Kota, Dehradun, Prayagraj and Pune. Ahead of Rahul Gandhis visit to Indore, Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari said the programme would provide a platform for young people to raise their concerns. Today is the day of meaningful dialogue with the voices, questions and dreams of the youth in Indore. Come, witness the questions related to education, opportunities and rights reaching the platform of democracy, Patwari said.
Boney Kapoor celebrates 17 years of Salman Khan-starrer Wanted: The film created a cultural impact
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Producer Boney Kapoor has marked 17 years of his 2009 production Wanted starring Salman Khan, calling the Salman Khan-starrer a true game-changer and a landmark film that played an important role in shaping modern Hindi mass-action cinema. Boney took to Instagram, where he shared a picture of a single-screen theatre playing Wanted, when it was released in 2009. He also added the song Le Le Mazaa Le as the background score for the photograph. The filmmaker wrote: 17 years ago, India witnessed the arrival of a film that went on to become a true game-changer, a landmark of Indian cinema WANTED. Released in 2009, WANTED brought together the electrifying screen presence of @beingsalmankhan the blockbuster direction of @PrabhuDevaofficial, the elegance of Ayesha Takia, and a powerful commercial entertainer that connected with audiences across the country. He recalled how Salmans performance as Radhe left a lasting impression. From WANTED becoming a defining title to its unforgettable action, dialogues, music and Salman Khans iconic portrayal of Radhe, the film created a cultural impact that continues to be remembered by audiences even today. The filmmaker said Wanted marked an important evolution of mass action cinema. It was more than just an action entertainer it marked an important moment in the evolution of the modern Hindi mass-action cinema. 17 years of Radhe. 17 years of iconic dialogues. 17 years of whistle-worthy action. 17 years of WANTED. Wanted, action thriller film directed by Prabhu Deva, who was the director of the remake of Tamil film Pokkiri. It also stars Prakash Raj, Ayesha Takia, Vinod Khanna, Mahesh Manjrekar with Arvind Swamy, Govinda and Anil Kapoor. The followed a sharpshooter who is caught between a gangster who wants him dead since he knows too much, the police who want him for the information he holds and his girlfriend who yearns for him to mend his ways.
VJ Siddhu's 'Dayanagaram' cast begins dubbing for film
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 19 (IANS) The makers of YouTuber V J Siddhu's debut film 'Dayangaram' have now announced that dubbing for the film had begun. Vels Film International, the production house producing the film, took to its social media timelines to make the announcement. It wrote, Mic Check 1, 2, 3! Bayangara ragalai ah dubbing for #Dayangaram officially begins! Get ready for the ultimate theatrical ride starring VJ Siddhu & Team! Directed by @VJSiddhuOG Produced by @IshariKGanesh. It may be recalled that the unit of the film had wrapped up shooting for the film in July this year. Sources close to the unit had claimed that the film had been shot in a matter of just 49 days and that post production work on the film had already begun and was on in full swing. The actor-director shared a story on Instagram that was posted by the film's costume designer Keerthi Vasan that announced that shooting for the film had been wrapped. For the unaware, The film, which is being directed by VJ Siddhu, features the YouTuber in the lead role as well. The film has music by Siddhu Kumar and cinematography by Dinesh Krishnan. Editing for the film is being handled by Pradeep E Ragav and Art direction is by Vinoth Raj Kumar. In late November last year, the makers of the film, Vels Film International, had announced the completion of the first schedule. Taking to its social media timelines, the production house wrote, A step closer to the big screens! #Dayangaram first schedule wrapped. It may be recalled that actor actor Dhanush had released the announcement video of the film 'Dayangaram' in May last year. The announcement video shared by the actor was noticed for its funny content. It begins with VJ Siddhu taking his dad along with him to meet the producer of the film, Ishari K Ganesh, who is also the founder and chancellor of Vels University. Both father and son wait with parents who are looking to admit their children to the university. Siddhu's dad, who is intent on making his son succeed as a director, bolsters his confidence by saying he has a bound script and a video clip to show to the producer. When they are called in to eventually meet the producer, he is busy signing documents. Without looking up, he keeps asking questions about the marks Siddhu's scored in school. Siddhu, whose marks are not too healthy, begins to wonder why the producer is asking him for his marks while they are here to ask him for a chance to make a film. Eventually, Siddhu's dad interrupts the conversation and tells the Chancellor, Sir, forget the marks. My son will definitely make a great movie. Please give him a chance. That is when the Chancellor realises Siddhu's come to ask for a chance. He asks Siddhu's dad to wait outside and asks him, Usually, kids bring their dad along with them when they come for college admissions. Do people bring their dads along to ask for a chance to make a movie? Siddhu convinces the producer and shows him a video of his. Eventually, the producer is convinced and he calls up Siddhu to inform him of his decision to give him a chance to direct a film. However, Siddhu's phone is with his friends and they pick Ishari Ganesh's call. They give a series of hilarious responses to the producer, driving him to the point of reconsidering his decision to give the debutant an opportunity. Eventually, Siddhu goes to meet the producer in person and pleads with him not to take away his opportunity for the goof ups of his friends. The producer, who says the story is good, asks for a title that should be ayangaram (fear inducing). The announcement video ends with Siddhu's response who reveals the title of the film as 'Dayangaram'.
Karishma Tanna on embracing her postpartum body: This body made a miracle
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) New mom and actress Karishma Tanna talked about embracing her postpartum body in her latest post on social media. On Saturday, Karishma took to her official Instagram handle and published a couple of photos of herself flaunting her not-so-perfect postpartum body, which she admitted was a little softer, curvier, and out of shape. The 'Scoop' actress said that although she is loving all the comments saying that she is already back in shape so soon after giving birth, that is not the case. Expressing herself, Karishma wrote on her official handle, This is my postpartum bodysofter, curvier, out of shape and Im embracing every bit of it. To everyone who thinks Im already back in shapethank you! I truly appreciate the compliments because, honestly, I love receiving them. But beneath what you see, my body is still going through a lot. (sic). She pointed out that her body has undergone a massive transformation in bringing her child into this world and is now healing, which is a slow process. Ive also heard comments like, Was her pregnancy even real? The truth is, genetics play a part. Im naturally tall, strong and leanerbut that doesnt mean my body hasnt gone through an enormous transformation. It created life. It carried my baby. It delivered him. And now, it is healingslowly and beautifully, in its own time. So yes, here is my bodynot as proof for anyone, but as a celebration of everything it has endured and achieved. The loose skin, the curves, the extra weight I wear them all with pride, she went on to add. Karishma advised all the mothers not to give in to the pressure to return to their pre-pregnancy body and to treat themselves with patience and kindness. To every mother whose body has changed: dont let the world rush you, judge you or shame you. We dont owe anyone a comeback. We deserve patience, kindness and immense respect. This body made a miracle. And Im so proud of her, her post concluded. Karishma welcomed her son, Ved, with husband Varun Bangera, on July 29 this year.
Sunita Ahuja celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with her children Yashvardhan and Tina as she hosted a festive pooja at her residence. The star wife of veteran actor Govinda shared glimpses of the celebrations on social media, offering followers a look at the familys festivities, from the preparations and aarti to the arrival and farewell of Lord Ganesha. Among the guests who caught attention were Kashmera Shah and her children, Rayaan and Krishaang. Also, Krushnas sister Aarti and her husband were also in attendance. Their presence at Sunitas Ganesh Chaturthi celebration comes against the backdrop of the much-discussed equation between Krushna and his maternal uncle Govinda and the latters family. Krushna Abhishek and Govinda had publicly spoken about their strained relationship over the years. However, the equation appeared to improve after Sunita Ahuja made an appearance on the sets of the comedy-cookery show Laughter Chefs. The appearance had sparked conversations about the families putting their differences behind them. The family reunion was also visible during Raksha Bandhan, when Krushna and his sister Aarti Singh celebrated the occasion with their cousins Yashvardhan and Tina. Krushna had shared glimpses of the celebration on his social media, giving fans another indication of the families coming together. Meanwhile, Sunitas Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations also saw several familiar faces from the entertainment industry. Among those in attendance were Lock Upp Season 2 personalities Akansha Chamola, Shivangi Joshi, Harshad Chopda, and others. Sunita was also associated with the reality show. Filmmaker Sajid Khan and Hunar Ali were among the other celebrities who were part of the gathering. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ssunita (@officialsunitaahuja) While the celebrations brought together Sunita, her children and several guests, Govinda was notably missing from the glimpses shared by Sunita. His absence comes amid ongoing reports and speculation surrounding the couples relationship. However, neither Sunita nor Govinda has publicly confirmed the nature of the reports, and the reasons behind his absence from the Ganesh Chaturthi gathering remain unclear. Sunitas Instagram montage captured several moments from the festive occasion, including the familys prayers, preparations and the farewell to Bappa, giving fans a glimpse into the celebrations at the Ahuja household. Also Read: Sunita Ahuja expands her luxury car collection with a brand-new Mercedes-Benz
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Students from Nagaland embark on 10-day Seema Darshan tour organised by Assam Rifles
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 19 (IANS) A group of students from Nagaland has embarked on a 10-day Seema Darshan Tour organised by the Assam Rifles under the Army's Spear Corps as part of Operation Sadbhavna, an initiative aimed at exposing youth from remote regions to the country's cultural diversity and strategic frontier areas. Such tours are part of Operation Sadbhavna, through which youngsters from remote areas get an opportunity to visit other parts of the country to learn more about India's rich and diverse culture. It also provides the children a chance to interact with personnel of the defence forces and learn more about their role in defending the country. The present batch includes 20 students and two teachers from the Government Higher Secondary School, Rusoma, in Kohima, Nagaland. They will be visiting Guwahati, Tenga, Tawang and Tezpur before returning to Kohima on September 28. This tour will give the young minds first-hand insight into India's rich diversity, frontier regions and the role of security forces in safeguarding the nation, the Spear Corps has posted on X. Both Tenga and Tawang are in Arunachal Pradesh and play a key role in the defence of India's northern border. At the same time, both places have a rich culture. Tezpur, in Assam, is also of immense strategic importance. It has the headquarters of the Army's IV Corps (Gajraj Corps) and also houses an Indian Air Force fighter base that operates frontline aircraft like the Su-30 MKI. This is the second such tour for the youth in Nagaland this year. In March, 20 students and three teachers from Bhandari in the Wokha district of Nagaland had travelled to Guwahati and Kolkata to explore important educational institutions and historical landmarks. In 2025, students and teachers from the PM Shri Government High School, Yangphi, in the Kiphire district of Nagaland were taken to Delhi and Agra. They visited historical landmarks like the Red Fort and Taj Mahal and also paid tribute at the National War Museum. During the present trip, interactions with senior military officers and community leaders have been planned. This will help foster national integration and empower the youth, the Army said.
Ministry of Rural Development to begin DDUGKY 2.0 training batches in Oct
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) The Ministry of Rural Development will roll out Deen Dayal UpadhyayaGrameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDUGKY) 2.0 training batches across most states and union territories (UTs) from October 2026, an official statement said on Saturday. As many as 1,164 batches enrolling 34,920 rural youth will start training in October, against a sanctioned target of 3,57,112 rural youth to be trained by December 31, 2027, in these 14 jurisdictions. The statement from the Ministry of Rural Development said preparedness for the commencement of training batches was reviewed with 14 States and UTs in the first phase. Preparedness was evaluated at Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Puducherry, Karnataka, Telangana and Bihar. As per the DDU-GKY 2.0 portal, allocation of 5.6 lakh targets towards more than 1,200 projects has been done by 24 states or UTs. Other states are in the advanced stages of target allocation. Review meetings in phases will expedite the processes of batch commencement. The Ministry emphasised that that scheme is in a crucial phase and called upon implementing States/UTs to accelerate the allocation of targets to Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) and to commence batches as per envisaged timelines. DDU-GKY is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for poor rural youth providing placement-linked skill training. The duration of the training varies from 3 months to 12 months. The meeting reviewed the preparedness of states/UTs for implementation of DDU-GKY 2.0. The targets have been allocated to all the 31 participating states or UTs for a 2-year period 2026-28. States or UTs are supposed to ensure allocation of targets to PIAs for commencement of training latest by October 31, 2026. Over 5 lakh targets have already been allocated to PIAs for mobilisation of eligible rural youths, the statement noted.
Miley Cyrus reveals why Redlights is one of her favorite records shes released to date
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Grammy-winner Miley Cyrus has opened up about why Redlights holds a special place in her discography, calling it one of her favourite records she has released to date. The singer took to Instagram, where she shared a gamut of pictures and said the track brings together two of her favourite musical elements heartbreak and euphoria. REDLIGHTS is one of my favorite records Ive released to date. Its got my favorite ingredients both heartbreaking and euphoric. Love being torn, Miley wrote as the caption. Miley on September 18 has opened up about the making of her new album Bass Persuades and said that the record reflects the whirlwind of the past two decades of her life and the sense of peace she found after learning to slow down. Sharing that the album came together quickly, Cyrus took to Instagram and thanked fans for celebrating its release and described the record as special and a bliss to share. Posting a string of BTS moments of how the album came together, she wrote: This album happened fast but thats been my life for 20 years. Once I started wishing to land a role that would make LA my home its been nonstop. Miley added: This album is a reflection of everywhere Ive been along the way and the peace that came with starting to slow it all down. Thank you for celebrating this release with me. Its a special record and its bliss to share with you. Love always. BASS PERSUADES. THE ALBUM. LETS GET MARRIED. THE VIDEO. OUT NOW!!! On September 17, Cyrus, whose music career began with her US number-one pop rock albums Meet Miley Cyrus and Breakout, talked about the deeply personal process of creating her new album as she shared that it feels special to see the record keep pace with the way her life has evolved in real time.
LoP Rahul Gandhi to reach Indore for 'Chhatron Ki Goonj outreach event today (Ld)
Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 19 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will arrive in Indore on Saturday for the Congress Chhatron Ki Goonj outreach programme, with the party seeking to turn the event into a major platform to raise issues concerning students, education, recruitment and unemployment in Madhya Pradesh. According to the Congress, LoP Gandhi is scheduled to leave Delhi at 12:10 p.m. and reach Indore Airport at around 1:45 p.m. Senior Congress leaders, including Madhya Pradesh in-charge Harish Choudhary, state Congress president Jitu Patwari, Leader of Opposition in the state Assembly Umang Singhar and MLA Arif Masood, will receive him at the airport. After the reception, LoP Gandhi will leave for the Radisson Hotel at around 2:05 p.m. and is scheduled to reach there by 2:30 p.m. Congress workers have planned receptions at five points on the route, including Lavkush Square, MR-10 Square, Vijay Nagar Square and near the Radisson Hotel. He will remain at the hotel until around 5:30 p.m., before leaving for Bharat Jodo Maidan, opposite Regional Park, where the Chhatron Ki Goonj programme will be held. LoP Gandhi is scheduled to spend around two-and-a-half hours at the venue, with his stage programme expected to last about an hour. The Congress has been projecting the programme as a student-focussed initiative and is expected to raise concerns related to examination irregularities, education and employment. The event has also acquired a political edge following the earlier dispute over the venue. The programme was initially proposed at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium but was later shifted to the ground opposite Regional Park after permission for the stadium was not granted. The Congress and BJP have traded allegations over the venue issue, adding to the political significance of LoP Gandhi's visit to Madhya Pradesh. The event is part of Gandhi's wider Chhatron Ki Goonj outreach, with previous editions held in Kota, Dehradun, Prayagraj and Pune. After the programme, LoP Gandhi will leave directly for the airport at around 8 p.m. and is scheduled to depart for Delhi at 9 p.m., reaching the national Capital at around 10:30 p.m. Meanwhile, the Indore Police have made extensive security and traffic arrangements for the visit. The traffic diversion plan will come into effect from 1 p.m. and remain operational until the programme concludes. Indore police have also imposed several security conditions covering crowd management, entry and exit, parking, medical facilities, surveillance and emergency arrangements at the venue. Ahead of LoP Gandhis visit, Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari said the programme would provide a platform for young people to raise their concerns. Today is the day of meaningful dialogue with the voices, questions and dreams of the youth in Indore. Come, witness the questions related to education, opportunities and rights reaching the platform of democracy, Patwari said.
Maharashtra TET leak: Chargesheet says question papers smuggled out in shoe insoles for Rs 8,000
A nearly 3,500-page chargesheet filed by the Thane City police stated in the Maharashtra TET leak on Saturday said that the question papers were smuggled out of an Agra printing press hidden inside shoe insoles by two employees for a mere Rs 8,000. The chargesheet that was submitted before a local court in Bhiwandi on Friday, names 18 accused, including alleged mastermind Bijendra Gupta, who was previously implicated in an Odisha paper leak, with 16 suspects already arrested and two key accomplices, Ashok Sav and Prakash Misal, remaining absconding as investigations continue.
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Mindy Kaling calls Maitreyi Ramakrishnan sparkly as Best of the Best drops
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Hollywood actress-producer Mindy Kaling has heaped praise on Maitreyi Ramakrishnan as she makes her mark in the new film Best of the Best, calling the young actress a sparkly person and saying she is proud and in awe of her. Kaling took to Instagram, where she shared a picture of her hugging Maitreyi along with a poster of the film. She wrote: Hard not to get emotional, this sparkly person @maitreyiramakrishnan is starring in Best of the Best coming out today on @netflix! Im so proud and in awe of her generally but in this movie (which looks so good, swipe for the trailer) shes at another level. The entire crew feels like talented fam @hasanminhaj @imlenakhan and all the bright new faces whom I hope to meet soon. Also it makes even ME want to dance! Watch with me! Best of the Best is a comedy-drama movie about competitive collegiate Bollywood-fusion dance that released on Netflix on September 18. It follows childhood best friends Maya and Anjali, who join UCLA's competitive Bollywood-fusion dance team and face a cutthroat path to the U.S. championship. Maitreyi stars as Maya, and Priyanka Kedia plays Anjali. Talking about Maitreyi, she rose to prominence for her leading role as high school student Devi Vishwakumar in the Netflix teen comedy series Never Have I Ever. She played voice roles in the animated films Turning Red And The Twits, and the animated series My Little Pony: Make Your Mark. She transitioned to live-action films with supporting roles in Slanted and Freakier Friday. Meanwhile, Kaling first gained recognition for playing Kelly Kapoor in sitcom The Office. She gained wider attention for creating, producing and playing the title role in the sitcom The Mindy Project, Never Have I Ever, The Sex Lives of College Girls, Running Point and Not Suitable for Work. Her film career includes voice roles in Despicable Me, Wreck-It Ralph, Mr. Peabody & Sherman and Inside Out as well as live action roles in No Strings Attached, The Five-Year Engagement, A Wrinkle in Time, Ocean's 8 and Late Night.
India stumper Jitesh Sharma to be a dad soon
Instagramming this picture to his followers, featuring Shalaka sporting a baby bump, Jitesh captioned the post: The beginning of our most beautiful, and wonderfully chaotic chapter.
Maharashtra TET papers smuggled in shoe insoles for 8K, says chargesheet
Question papers for the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) were smuggled out of an Agra printing press hidden inside shoe insoles by two employees for a mere Rs 8,000, a nearly 3,500-page chargesheet filed by the Thane City police stated. The chargesheet, submitted before a local court in Bhiwandi on Friday, names 18 accused, including alleged mastermind Bijendra Gupta, who was previously implicated in an Odisha paper leak, with 16 suspects already arrested and two key accomplices, Ashok Sav and Prakash Misal, remaining absconding as investigations continue. A senior police official said that a supplementary chargesheet will be submitted as further investigation progresses. The racket unravelled a day before the examination scheduled on June 28 after Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone II) Pavan Bansod received a tip-off about three men attempting to sell exam papers to a Bhiwandi resident. Police laid a trap using decoy personnel in the Kongaon area, detained the suspects,
Asiad 2026: Quimcy Dsouza denied final spot, to play for Teqball bronze
India's Quimcy Dsouza could not put it past Indonesian Sumaya despite giving her all in a gruelling three-game Teqball women's singles semifinal but remained in contention for a bronze medal at the Asian Games here on Saturday. Dsouza let slip the early advantage to go down 12-7, 9-12, 7-12 in the match. The Mumbai player, who had previously competed in state-level football and 1,500m running, was introduced to Teqball after watching Brazilian football great Ronaldinho showcase his skills on Instagram. She took to the sport and has since carved out a place for herself on the Asian stage. The Bangalore-based techie looked firmly in control after taking the opening game 12-7, using the curved table to good effect and unleashing a series of sharp diagonal smashes with her feet. Teqball, with its curved table and football-inspired skills, bears some resemblance to sepak takraw. Both sports prohibit the use of hands and arms, requiring players to control and strike the ball with their
Supportive TV wife Freida Pinto to Indraneil Sengupta: My TV husband going to leave you all stunned
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Hollywood-based Indian actress Freida Pinto has made her prediction about actor Indraneil Senguptas performance in Unaccustomed Earth, saying her TV husband is going to leave all stunned. Indraneil took to Instagram, where he dropped a string of looks from the upcoming series adaptation, which is an epic, soapy, and culturally vibrant drama about a tight-knit Indian American community navigating love, desire, and belonging. Indraneil captioned it: Love. Loss. Belonging. Here's your first look at Unaccustomed Earth, inspired by the internationally beloved Jhumpa Lahiri short story collection, premiering December 17 only on @netflix Freida took to the comment section and wrote: Let it be known that my TV husband, Indraneil Sengupta is going to leave you all stunned. Dec 17th come soon. Responding to the actress, Indraneil thanked his supportive TV wife and said, May your words come true. The series is inspired by Jhumpa Lahiris acclaimed short story collection of the same name and is set to premiere on December 17, 2026. Filled with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, Unaccustomed Earth invites you into the elite and insular Indian-American community of Cambridge, MA. When a star-crossed romance between a devoted wife and her long-lost love comes to light, a scandalous affair is born, and new battle lines are drawn in this intensely interconnected immigrant community. Unaccustomed Earth is a collection of short stories from American author Jhumpa Lahiri. It is her second collection of stories, following Interpreter of Maladies. As with much of Lahiri's work, Unaccustomed Earth explores the lives of second- and third-generation Indian American characters and how they navigate their mixed cultural environment. Freida gained stardom with her film debut in the drama Slumdog Millionaire in 2008. She was then seen in 2010s Miral, Trishna, and Desert Dancer. She also saw success with the science fiction film Rise of the Planet of the Apes, and the epic fantasy action film Immortals, You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, Love Sonia, Hillbilly Elegy and Mr. Malcolm's List. She also starred in the Showtime miniseries Guerrilla, and had a recurring role in the series The Path.
Rahul Gandhi to visit Indore today for 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event
Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 19 (IANS) Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will visit Indore on Saturday to interact with students as part of his 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' initiative, which seeks to raise issues concerning education, recruitment and unemployment. Confirming his visit, earlier this week, Rahul Gandhi posted on social media platform X: I'm coming to Indore on September 19 -- to meet students, to hear you, to talk to you. If you or your loved ones are tormented by the education system and want these conditions to change, you know -- 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' is your collective voice, an opportunity to start the change. He urged students to register through the link shared in his social media post and participate in the event. We will discuss in detail every aspect of education and your struggles in Indore, Rahul Gandhi said in the post. The 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' campaign has been used by Rahul Gandhi to engage with students and highlight issues such as question paper leaks, expensive education, alleged irregularities in government recruitment and unemployment. Four editions of the programme have so far been held in Kota, Dehradun, Prayagraj and Pune. The Pune edition, held on August 22, was organised for female students. The Indore programme has also drawn attention after the Congress was denied permission to use the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium as the venue. The Madhya Pradesh Congress unit has subsequently taken around 12,000 square metres of land in front of the Regional Park on temporary lease from September 17 to 19. As Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to arrive in Indore, politics in the state has intensified. Earlier, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has criticised Rahul Gandhi ahead of his Indore visit and described the proposed programme as Jhooth Ki Goonj.
Government wont allow lifetime teacher postings in urban areas: Nasir Aslam
Srinagar, Sep 18: Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani on Thursday said that rural schools were facing an acute dearth of teachers despite having encouraging enrolment, while the government was focused on strengthening the availability of teaching staff in these educational institutions. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of Green Valley Model United Nations (GVMUN)-2026, Nasir Aslam Wani said the government was looking to strengthen teacher availability, particularly in schools where there was a shortage of teachers. There are very few teachers in the rural schools. We want to increase the strength of teachers so that children can get proper education, he said. He said the government would not allow teachers to remain posted permanently in either urban or rural areas, saying that postings would be made through a rotation system. Everyone will have to go to rural areas and in the city as well. It is not that everyone who is posted in city school will remain posted there for a lifetime and those who are posted in the village schools will continue there permanently. By rotation, they will go to all places, Wani said. About filling vacant positions of teachers in the School Education Department, he said the posts would be filled through Samagra Shiksha and the recruitment process. We are working on it. The posts will be filled, he added. Earlier, in his address as chief guest at GVMUN, Wani talked about the changing relationship between teachers and students and recalled a time when teachers commanded greater authority and respect. He said there was a huge difference between the education system of his time and that of today, when students were more willing to question teachers, parents and others in society. In todays world, there is very little room for questioning. Teachers word was the last word when we were students. But today, students are different. They question everything and everybody, he said. He said educators and society must be prepared to provide answers to their questions. During our times, if teachers would beat us, we would never dare to complain about it at our homes, knowing that our parents would trust our teachers more than us (children). But these days the situation is altogether different, he added. Referring to the confidence displayed by students participating in the GVMUN event, Wani said the present generation had greater exposure and confidence compared to students of his time. He said education should not remain confined to books and academics, stressing the need to provide students opportunities in sports, extracurricular activities and skill development. We should not only educate them, but also make them unemployed. We should have children who are skilled for the job market, so that when they graduate from school, they can easily get employment, he said. Wani called for encouraging students to acquire skills early in their education so that they are equipped for employment after graduation. He also called for greater awareness among students about social challenges, particularly drug abuse, and said children needed to be mentally prepared to deal with the pressures of contemporary life. We should prepare them for the problems of today. We should prepare their minds for the materialistic world we live in, he said. Wani said the government would work towards increasing investment in children and creating more opportunities for them. On concerns raised by the school sector regarding regulations, Wani said steps were Being Taken To Ease The Process Of Doing Business For Schools. School registration would now be valid for five years and several No Objection Certificates would be covered through self-certification, he said.
Lily Collins bids adieu to her Emily in Paris character as the show presses button with final season
Digital Desk | Los Angeles, Sep 18 (IANS) Actress Lily Collins has bid an emotional farewell to his iconic character of Emily Cooper from the streaming show Emily in Paris. On Friday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared an array of BTS pictures from the sets of the show. She also penned a long note in the caption, as she spoke about the curtains falling on the show. She wrote, My last day on set as Emily Im speechless. Its impossible to find the words for what this journey has meant to me. For so many years, Emily has been a part of my life, and through every season, shes continued to surprise me, inspire me, and challenge me. Thank you, Darren Star, for dreaming up this endlessly optimistic American girl in Paris who finds herself constantly outside of her comfort zone, learning to trust herself while leaning on others as she navigates her new life. Im so grateful you trusted me to bring her to life. She further mentioned, Thank you to our unparalleled crew, our writers, our directors, and of course our incredible cast who is now family and who I cannot imagine this without. You have made Emily, Emily. You made this world feel like home. And merci to all of you who have been supporting us over these past 7 years and 6 seasons, keeping us inspired to dream bigger along our epic adventure. I will carry this chapter with me forever. Saying goodbye feels completely surreal and bittersweet, but mostly, I feel so incredibly proud and grateful that I got to be her. And be part of something so joyful. This has forever changed me. Au revoir, Emily Cooper, she added. Emily in Paris is a popular Netflix romantic comedy-drama created by Darren Star, who is known for the iconic show Sex and the City. The show starred Lily Collins in the titular role of Emily Cooper. The series follows an ambitious American marketing executive who moves to Paris after landing a job at a French luxury marketing firm. The show explores her professional challenges, romantic entanglements and cultural clashes as she navigates life in the French capital. The series blends romance, workplace drama and lighthearted comedy, making it a popular comfort watch.
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Rishabh Pant Rallies Support For Indian Contingent Ahead Of Asian Games
The Asian Games: Ace Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant has extended his support to the Indian contingent ahead of the 2026 Asian Games, urging fans across the country to rally behind the athletes and cheer them on as they compete on the international stage. In a video shared on Instagram, Pant said he was excited to watch the Games and called on fans to get behind the Indian athletes and support them throughout the competition. Really excited to watch the Asian Games. Let us get behind our Indian athletes and support them and let's hope they give their best. Regardless of what happens, let us get behind them, give them a big cheer and a lot of support, Pant said. The Asian Games are the biggest sports competition in Asia, held once every four years. They are organised by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). The upcoming Games will feature 45 countries and regions competing across 43 sports. This will be the 20th edition of the Games and the third time that the continental showpiece is being hosted by Japan after Tokyo 1958 and Hiroshima 1994. India headed to the continental showpiece looking to surpass the record-breaking campaign at Hangzhou 2023, where they won 107 medals, including 28 gold. India are the defending champions in both men's and women's cricket and kabaddi, while the men's hockey team coming as the reigning champions. PV Sindhu will spearhead India's badminton campaign, while Mirabai Chanu will lead the weightlifting contingent. Manu Bhaker will be among the country's leading names in shooting, with Aman Sehrawat taking the mat in wrestling. Lovlina Borgohain, meanwhile, will look to pack a punch in boxing Athletics will feature over 75 Indian track and field athletes with Gulveer Singh, Tejaswin Shankar, Murali Sreeshankar, Jyothi Yarraji, Parul Chuadhary are some of India's leading medal prospects. Tajinderpal Singh Toor heads into Aichi-Nagoya as a two-time defending champion in shot put. Olympic quotas are also available in archery, sailing, squash, surfing and tennis. Athletics will feature over 75 Indian track and field athletes with Gulveer Singh, Tejaswin Shankar, Murali Sreeshankar, Jyothi Yarraji, Parul Chuadhary are some of India's leading medal prospects. Tajinderpal Singh Toor heads into Aichi-Nagoya as a two-time defending champion in shot put. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The opening ceremony will take place at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium between 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm IST on Saturday. Article Source: IANS
MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone Duo From iMazing
For this week's giveaway we've teamed up with iMazing to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win an iPhone Duo and a copy of the iMazing software to go along with it. If you're unfamiliar with iMazing, it's Mac and PC software that offers a speedy, simple way to manage all of the data on your iPhone. You can make backups, add and delete photos, videos, and music, save content like messages, and much more. While Apple has the built-in Finder on Mac for managing an iPhone, iMazing has a ton of features Apple doesn't offer. You can set up automatic backups with snapshots that make it easy to find what you're looking for and selective restore for bringing back just what you need. A useful search tool lets you find files on your devices and in your backups. There's a Device Overview with detailed information about your iPhone in one spot, and dedicated tools for browsing, exporting, and archiving content. You can transfer photos, music, books, movies, and other media files from your computer to your iPhone and vice versa. You can even create an entire archive of your messages from the Messages app or WhatsApp. iMazing can be used for screen recording on macOS, and there are diagnostic and device-info export tools. A Spyware Analyzer lets you know if any of your devices have been compromised. The software isn't limited to the iPhone. It works with the iPad and Vision Pro, along with older devices like the iPod. If you have an old iPod with music on it, you can use iMazing to get it off. It also supports song transfers from non-iOS music players. iMazing was entirely overhauled in 2024, and since then, the software has continued to get regular updates to add new features. The user interface has been updated with a collapsible sidebar and customizable device and backup list views, and data export has been improved. You can export all of your data with advanced filters, and use the same filters on the Unified Logs browser. Business features have improved too, with streamlined MDM enrollment, a Command Line Interface for advanced interaction with iOS devices and backups, and the iMazing Profile Editor 2 for configuring macOS app, notification, and login permissions. You'll never have to worry about a device being unsupported with iMazing. It's updated with ongoing support for new models as they come out. In the near future, iMazing plans to add Android support, which will make it even more useful. iMazing can be downloaded from the iMazing website at prices starting at $30. iMazing has personal subscriptions, family subscriptions, and enterprise subscriptions, with free trials available. Some functions are free without a purchase. We have a 256GB iPhone Duo and a copy of iMazing to give away to one MacRumors reader. 10 other readers will win a copy of iMazing. Since the iPhone Duo has not been released yet, this is a prize that will be delivered after the device launches on October 23. To enter to win, use the widget below and enter an email address. Email addresses will be used solely for contact purposes to reach the winner(s) and send the prize(s). You can earn additional entries by subscribing to our weekly newsletter , subscribing to our YouTube channel , following us on Twitter , following us on Instagram , following us on Threads , or visiting the MacRumors Facebook page . Due to the complexities of international laws regarding giveaways, only U.S. residents who are 18 years or older, UK residents who are 18 years or older, and Canadian residents who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory are eligible to enter . All federal, state, provincial, and/or local taxes, fees, and surcharges are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. To offer feedback or get more information on the giveaway restrictions, please refer to our Site Feedback section , as that is where discussion of the rules will be redirected. iMazing Giveaway The contest will run from today (September 18) at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time through 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time on September 25. The winners will be chosen randomly on or shortly after September 25 and will be contacted by email. The winners will have 48 hours to respond and provide a shipping address before a new winner is chosen. Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Tag: Giveaway Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Coming Soon) Related Forum: iPhone This article, MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone Duo From iMazing first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Papers hidden in shoes for 8,000: Charge-sheet traces Maharashtra TET leak to Agra press
Investigators allege that two serving employees and a former employee of the press removed the confidential papers by concealing them beneath their shoe insoles and walking past security
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Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations brought several television celebrities together this year, with Neena Gupta sharing glimpses of the festivities on social media where she reunited with her co-stars from the recently released show Chumbak. Her Netflix co-star Arjun Bijlani played the perfect host as he opened his home to the actors of the show during the Ganpati celebrations held at his residence. Neena Gupta took to Instagram to post photographs from the celebration at Bijlani residence, captioning the post simply, CHUMBAK gang. The pictures also featured her fellow cast members from the upcoming Netflix show Chumbak, namely Delnaaz Irani, Sandeepa Dhar and Helly Shah, who were seen coming together for the festive occasion. The post drew widespread affection from followers, with even streaming platform Netflix joining in to react to the images. Helly Shah, one of the actresses featured in the photographs, plays the role of Twinkle Oberoi (ne Ravjiani) in the show, a school dropout but famous actress married to cardiac surgeon Dr. Mikhael Mickey Oberoi, portrayed by Arjun Bijlani. Meanwhile, Bijlani also shared glimpses of his Ganpati celebrations. The actor, who welcomes Ganpati Bappa to his residence every year alongside his wife Neha Swami, took to his own Instagram profile to post multiple moments from this year's festivities. His home further saw a string of other celebrity visitors seeking the Lord's blessings, including Nia Sharma, Mouni Roy, Ritvik Dhanjiani and Adaa Khan, among others. Sharing the pictures, Arjun wrote, Surrounded by Bappa's blessings, positivity and pure festive vibes. Ganpati Bappa Morya! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neena Gupta (@neena_gupta) On the work front, Chumbak marks a notable ensemble project for its cast. Set against the backdrop of a housing colony in Chembur, Mumbai, the sitcom follows the lives of its residents and features a line-up that includes Manasi Parekh, Amyra Dastur, Sumeet Vyas, Anant Joshi, Deven Bhojani, Sumeet Raghavan and Atul Kumar, alongside Neena Gupta, Delnaaz Irani, Sandeepa Dhar and Helly Shah. The show is produced by JD Majethia and directed by Aatish Kapadia. Its first eight episodes premiered on Netflix on September 10, with the remaining episodes of the season yet to be released. Also Read: Neena Gupta says she apologised to Masaba Gupta for growing up without her father: It is my fault
Karan Johar to host The Earthshot Prize Awards Night in Mumbai, becomes first Indian to take on role
Karan Johar is set to host The Earthshot Prize Awards Night in Mumbai on November 17, 2026, becoming the first Indian to take on the hosting duties for the annual global ceremony. The announcement comes as The Earthshot Prize prepares to hold its sixth edition in India for the first time. The filmmaker and producer, who has experience across cinema, television and streaming, is known for hosting Koffee with Karan as well as the Indian adaptation of The Traitors. For the Mumbai ceremony, Johar will host an evening that will recognise 15 finalists working on solutions addressing environmental challenges. Reacting to the announcement, Karan Johar shared, To be the first Indian to host The Earthshot Prize Awards Night is a moment of immense pride for me, and to do so in Mumbai makes it all the more meaningful. In cinema, we imagine new worlds. The innovators celebrated by Earthshot are showing us how to build a better one. That is what makes HRH Prince William's vision so compelling: it gives us not just reasons to hope, but ideas we can act on. India has the creativity and ambition to be an important part of that future. I'm honoured to welcome the world to Mumbai and help give these remarkable people the recognition they deserve. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Earthshot Prize (@earthshotprize) Founded by HRH Prince William, The Earthshot Prize was launched to identify, celebrate and support solutions aimed at protecting and restoring the planet. Mumbai was announced as the host city for the 2026 edition earlier this year, with the city joining previous host locations including London, Boston, Singapore, Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro. Prince William, Founder and President of The Earthshot Prize, said, Every year, our Finalists give me renewed optimism. They show us that, even as the environmental challenges remain urgent, extraordinary people around the world are already proving that progress is possible. Seeing solutions work gives us all confidence to act. When they succeed, they inspire others and accelerate change. I'm proud to welcome these 15 Finalists to the Earthshot Prize community and look forward to celebrating their stories in Mumbai this November. The two-day Earthshot Prize Summit will bring together global leaders, innovators, funders, businesses and communities to build connections around environmental solutions. The programme will culminate in the Awards Night on November 17. At the ceremony, 15 finalists will be celebrated, with five ultimately named as the 2026 winners. Each winner will receive 1 million to help scale their respective solution and expand its impact. This version keeps the celebrity-news angle centred on Karan Johar while giving enough context about The Earthshot Prize and the Mumbai ceremony without turning the story into promotional copy. Also Read: REVEALED: Heres why Karan Johar has been thanked in Daayra and Hrithik Roshan and Huma Qureshi in Vibe
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh visit Siddhivinayak temple ahead of second baby
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are preparing to welcome their second child. Amid the anticipation surrounding the arrival of their baby, the couple was spotted at Mumbais Siddhivinayak Temple on Friday, September 18, 2026, where they sought blessings of Lord Ganesha. The temple visit comes days after the couple shared glimpses of their maternity journey and has also drawn attention to a ritual they followed ahead of the birth of their first child, daughter Dua. Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh seek blessings at Siddhivinayak Temple On Friday, Deepika and Ranveer visited Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai. The couple appeared to continue a tradition they followed in 2024, when they visited the temple shortly before welcoming their first child. Deepika and Ranveer had visited the temple on September 6, 2024, two days before the birth of their daughter Dua on September 8. The following day, they announced the arrival of their daughter through a post on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) This time, the couple was accompanied by Ranveers parents, Anju and Jagjit Singh Bhavnani. Amid the crowds gathered in Mumbai for the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, the family was escorted in and out of the temple by security personnel. Ranveer had also visited Lalbaugcha Raja on Thursday evening, September 17, to seek blessings. The actor, dressed in a white kurta and pyjama pants, was seen greeting and interacting with fans from his car. Deepika and Ranveer announced their second pregnancy in April Deepika and Ranveer announced their second pregnancy on April 19, 2026. The couple shared the news through a social media post featuring their daughter Dua, who was seen holding a positive pregnancy test. The announcement was captioned, Baby Dua and our hearts are getting bigger! The couple welcomed Dua Padukone Singh in September 2024 and are expecting their second baby in September 2026. Earlier this month, they also shared pictures from their maternity shoot on social media, offering a glimpse into this phase of their lives. Also Read : What to wear this Ganesh Chaturthi? Take cues from Deepika Padukones 10 best traditional looks
A Division Bench upholds single judges order refusing to entertain petition filed 38 years after Land Tribunal granted occupancy right over land to private individuals
A Division Bench upholds single judges order refusing to entertain petition filed 38 years after Land Tribunal granted occupancy right over land to private individuals
NIA files chargesheets against nine accused in online radicalisation case
Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Sep 18 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against nine accused before the Special NIA Court, Vijayawada, in an online radicalisation case. The chargesheet has been filed against Mohammad Rehmatullah Shariff, Mohammed Danish, Mirza Sohail Baig, Lucky Ahmad, Jishan Abdul Majid, Mir Ashif Ali, Abdul Salaam, Sharuk Khan and Shaikh Faiz ur Rehman, all alleged members and supporters of the terrorist organisation ISIS. They have been charged under sections 61(2) read with 3(5) and 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and sections 13(1), 38 and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the NIA said in a statement issued on Friday. The case was initially registered on March 23, 2026, at Vijayawada II Town Police Station, NTR Commissionerate, Vijayawada, under sections 113(3), 152, 196(1)(a) and 196(2) read with section 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, section 66F of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and sections 13, 18, 18A, 18B, 38 and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. So far, 11 accused persons and a child in conflict with the law have been arrested in the case. Investigation has established that the accused persons, who are members and supporters of the proscribed terrorist organisation ISIS, entered into a larger conspiracy to support the activities of ISIS, primarily through social media platforms like Instagram, with the intention of establishing a caliphate in India through violent Jihad, thereby disrupting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of India, the Central agency said. It has been established that the accused persons motivated and radicalised gullible youth to join violent terrorist activities, and also planned and prepared for making explosives and undertaking weapon training. In pursuance of the conspiracy, the accused persons also developed and tested a secure communication application for secretly communicating among themselves as part of their preparation for the violent terrorist activities, it said. Further investigation in the case against the remaining accused persons and other suspects is in progress, the NIA statement added.
Indian Railways is planning a second Sleeper Vande Bharat Express service. This new overnight train will connect New Delhi and Varanasi via Prayagraj and Kanpur. The service is expected to be introduced around the Diwali festival. The proposed train will operate at speeds of up to 160 kmph. The service aims to enhance travel convenience and significantly reduce journey times.
Ishaan Khatter begins The Royals 2 shoot in Rajasthan; shares horse riding glimpses
Ishaan Khatter has begun shooting for the second season of the Netflix series The Royals. The actor is currently in Rajasthan for the upcoming season and has shared a glimpse of his time on the sets, giving fans a peek at the location and some of his preparations for his return as Prince Aviraaj Singh. Ishaan took to Instagram to share pictures of a picturesque haveli, along with videos of himself practising horse riding. The training appears to be part of his preparation for reprising the role of the royal heir in The Royals 2. While the actor has shared glimpses from Rajasthan, details about the storyline and his characters journey in the new season continue to remain under wraps. Sharing the pictures and videos, Ishaan captioned his post, Lock in. Log out. See yall on the other side. Ishaans return as Prince Aviraaj Singh comes after the first season of The Royals, which premiered on Netflix on May 9, 2025. The series follows a financially struggling royal family in modern-day India and centres on the heir as he teams up with a hospitality entrepreneur to revive the familys ancestral palace by turning it into a luxury resort. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ishaan (@ishaankhatter) Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana and written by Neha Veena Sharma, The Royals is produced by Pritish Nandy Communications. The ensemble cast of the first season featured Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Dino Morea and Milind Soman. Meanwhile, Ishaan Khatter also has Jugaadu in his upcoming lineup. The comic entertainer is directed by Palash Vaswani, known for Gullak, and stars Tania alongside Ishaan. With the actor now shooting for The Royals 2 in Rajasthan, fans will be waiting to see what the new season brings for Prince Aviraaj Singh. This keeps the focus on The Royals 2 and Ishaans on-set glimpse, without adding unsupported details beyond the pointers you provided. Also Read: Ishaan Khatter shares intense workout glimpse ahead of The Royals Season 2: Brick. By. Brick. Earned, not given.
Got a new iPhone 18 Pro? These $5 Anker 100W USB-C cables are a must-buy
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Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh visit temple ahead of second baby
The couple visited Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple on Friday, dressed in matching purple, as they prepare to welcome their second child. It's the same temple, the same kind of visit, they made in September 2024, weeks before their daughter Dua was born right down to Ranveer's parents, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani and Anju Bhavnani, joining them both times. What they wore Deepika had worn a green saree on that earlier visit. This time she chose a heavily embroidered salwar kameez, while Ranveer wore a purple kurta with white pyjamas. A crowd had gathered by the time they arrived, and security was tight, but both actors stopped to smile and wave rather than rush past. Filmfare captured the moment and posted it on X, and within hours fans were pulling up side-by-side clips from 2024 and 2026, pointing out how closely the two visits mirrored each other. #Watch | Bollywood couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone visited Mumbais iconic Lalbaugcha Raja, offering prayers and seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha during the festive celebrations. #RanveerSingh #DeepikaPadukone #LalbaugchaRaja #GanpatiBappa #GaneshChaturthi pic.twitter.com/T7bmju93KF The Daily Jagran (@TheDailyJagran) September 18, 2026 Ranveer's solo visit to Lalbaugcha Raja Ranveer had already made one temple stop this week. A day earlier, he'd visited the Lalbaugcha Raja pandal alone, in a white chikankari kurta, greeting fans as he made his way through the crowd. The pregnancy announcement The couple confirmed the second pregnancy recently with a set of photographs, both dressed in white, Dua visible in some of the frames with them. Deepika's caption read: Baby Dua and our hearts are getting bigger! Thank you for your blessings! Dua, born in September 2024, has stayed almost entirely out of public view since; the family shares glimpses of her only occasionally, on their own terms. The couple confirmed the second pregnancy recently X/ @TeamDeepikaMY_ What's next for Deepika and Ranveer Work hasn't paused around the pregnancy. Deepika has King with Shah Rukh Khan ahead, directed by Siddharth Anand, along with Atlee's sci-fi film Raaka opposite Allu Arjun. Ranveer was last seen in Dhurandhar: The Revenge and is now preparing for Pralay, a post-apocalyptic thriller currently in production.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Friday said that it has initiated three separate adjudication cases against Nestl India over alleged regulatory non-compliance involving its infant nutrition products, including NAN Excella Pro Stage 1 and Lactogen Pro 1. According to a notice shared by the food regulator on Instagram, FSSAI examined the products and promotional material listed on e-commerce platforms and flagged certain claims associated with the infant nutrition products. In the case of NAN Excella Pro Stage 1, the regulator raised concerns over claims related to 5 HMOS and Whey Protein. For Lactogen Pro 1, FSSAI flagged a claim describing whey protein as being easy to digest. The food regulator said it had sought clarifications from Nestl India regarding the claims. Following its examination, FSSAI said the products were found to be in contravention of Regulation 4(2) of the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations, 2020. The regulation places restrictions on promotional claims and material intended to increase the saleability of infant foods. FSSAI also referred to Section 3 of the Infant Milk Substitutes, Feeding Bottles and Infant Foods (Regulation of Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, 1992, which prohibits the advertisement and promotion of such products. Separately, FSSAI said a sample of a Follow-up Formula manufactured by Nestl India was found to be sub-standard for its biotin content during laboratory analysis. The sample was subsequently sent to a Referral Laboratory for re-analysis. The second analysis also found the product to be non-conforming with the prescribed biotin requirement under the Foods for Infant Nutrition Regulations, 2020. FSSAI said three separate adjudication cases have been filed against Nestl India in connection with the regulatory issues involving the products. The regulator's notice does not indicate that any final penalty has been imposed on Nestl India. The cases concern the alleged promotional violations and the laboratory finding related to the biotin content. Responding to the development, Nestle India spokesperson said that the company products are fully compliant with all the applicable regulations. The said products (i.e., NAN EXCELLA PRO & LACTOGEN PRO) and their labels were approved by the expert committee of FSSAI. In response to the notice, we have again submitted our detailed response to the authorities regarding statements appearing on the label, which are factual in nature, and supported by scientific literature, it added. We confirm to adherence of all regulations including all norms and label declarations as per applicable laws. We will continue to work closely and support FSSAI in its efforts towards consumer awareness, the spokesperson stated.
Maha govt will stand with farmers in drought-hit areas: Dy CM Shinde
Digital Desk | Satara, Sep 18 (IANS) Visiting his native village Dare in Satara district for the Ganeshotsav festival, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday reviewed Maharashtras rainfall situation and reassured farmers facing severe crop damage due to dry spells. He said the government will not abandon the farming community and will provide full support in drought-like regions. His response follows senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Sharad Pawars demand that the state government declare a drought and distribute immediate relief aid. DCM Shinde acknowledged that dry spells have scorched standing crops in parts of Vidarbha and Marathwada. Crop loss assessments (panchnamas) are currently underway to distribute aid based on actual losses. He held a video conference with Osmanabad (Dharashiv) Guardian Minister Pratap Sarnaik, MP Omraje Nimbalkar, and the District Collector to review the crisis. District guardian ministers are actively touring affected areas, and he confirmed he will personally inspect drought-hit zones shortly to engage directly with farmers. Dismissing opposition criticism, DCM Shinde stated the Mahayuti government prefers letting its work speak rather than engaging in political verbal duels. Marking World Bamboo Day at his farm in Dare, where he has successfully experimented with cultivating imported crops like blueberries, along with camphor and asafoetida (hing), Shinde highlighted bamboo's versatile uses in producing ethanol, modern infrastructure, and everyday commercial goods. He urged large-scale bamboo cultivation alongside environmental conservation efforts during the festive season. DCM Shinde also took a sharp jab at his political rivals over their constant criticism of his visits to his hometown, Delhi, or London. Whenever I visit my home village, political rivals suffer from stomach aches. I will now have to look for a medicinal plant or prescribe Jamalgota (a traditional laxative) to cure their indigestion. I am a man of action and will answer criticism through my work, not words, he quipped. Earlier, NCP chief Sharad Pawar, in a detailed letter to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, highlighted the state's severe agrarian crisis due to erratic monsoon rains and demanded immediate intervention across nine key points. Pawars letter comes shortly after the Chief Minister expressed his resolve to make Marathwada drought-free on the occasion of Marathwada Liberation Day. Pointing out 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. In his letter, Pawar 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 (udid) have withered, compounded by increased pest infestations. Consequently, the situation regarding agriculture, drinking water, and fodder supply is set to worsen, Pawar noted.
Bhumi Pednekar turns showstopper for Nazranaa at New York Fashion Week in red lehenga
Bhumi Pednekar has made her international runway debut at New York Fashion Week, taking the Indian fashion aesthetic to the global stage. The actress closed Nazranaas SS27 show, Samskriti 2.0, in New York, where she walked as the showstopper in a red velvet lehenga inspired by the Shri Ramakrishna Temple at Belur Math. Bhumi has previously walked several Indian fashion runways, and her appearance at New York Fashion Week marked a new addition to her fashion journey. For Nazranaas latest collection, she wore the Belur Math Lehenga, a design that draws inspiration from the architecture and philosophy of the Shri Ramakrishna Temple. According to the designer, the temple reflects the idea of universal faith by bringing together architectural influences associated with Hindu temples, mosques and churches. The same concept has been incorporated into the lehenga, which combines traditional Indian detailing with a contemporary runway presentation. The flared red velvet skirt featured intricate silver embroidery, shimmering embellishments and floral and traditional motifs across the silhouette. At the centre of the skirt was a swan motif, which holds particular significance in the design. According to the designer, the swan represents the Paramatman, or Supreme Self, and is featured at the heart of the emblem designed by Swami Vivekananda. Bhumi paired the skirt with a matching fitted blouse featuring a sweetheart neckline and delicate straps. She opted for a contemporary interpretation of the dupatta, styling the sheer red fabric in a cape-like drape around her arms, with the material trailing behind her as she walked the runway. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nazranaa (@nazranaanj) The actress accessorised the ensemble with statement diamond jewellery, including a prominent necklace, stud earrings, a maang tikka and kadas. Her makeup featured a luminous base, defined eyes, rosy cheeks and glossy lips, while her hair was styled in middle-parted braids. With its traditional inspiration and contemporary styling, Bhumis NYFW appearance brought together elements of Indian design and runway fashion as she closed Nazranaas SS27 presentation. Also Read: Bhumi Pednekar raises voice against rising cases of rape and gender-based violence: It is becoming an accepted reality in our society
Bigg Boss 20 has begun, but the drama inside the house is already picking up pace. With groups taking shape and rivalries emerging among the contestants, Mahhi Vij and MC Mary Kom have now found themselves at the centre of an increasingly heated equation. A recently released promo hints at another confrontation between the two, this time over a task involving the house ration. The tension between Mahhi and Mary Kom began amid Mahhi's ongoing feud with Yung DSA. During the captaincy task, Mahhi chose not to support Yung despite their previously cordial equation. She explained her decision by pointing out that Yung had already served as the house captain and that other contestants should also get a fair opportunity to compete for the position. While Yung was disappointed by Mahhi's decision, the situation escalated after Mary Kom allegedly presented a different version of Mahhi's conversation to the other housemates. Mary also claimed that Mahhi had abused Yung, which further added to the tension between the contestants. Mahhi Vij struggles to name Mary Kom in ration task The latest promo takes the rivalry a step further. In the upcoming episode, Bigg Boss calls Mahhi Vij, Uditi Singh and Aashif Khan into the 2X room and gives them an opportunity to win 75 per cent of the house ration. However, the contestants are given a condition. To secure the ration, they must reduce or remove the 'Jeevandan' lifeline of one contestant. As the trio discusses the decision, Mahhi appears to struggle while taking Mary Kom's name. She is seen asking Uditi for the boxer's name while deciding whose lifeline should be affected. The moment appears to set the stage for another confrontation. Later in the promo, Love Gill is seen approaching Mary Kom and talking to her about the decision made during the task. His conversation with Mary seemingly provokes her, eventually leading to a verbal altercation between Mary and Mahhi. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JioHotstar Reality (@jiohotstarreality) The exchange adds another layer to the growing rivalry between the two contestants, who have already found themselves on opposite sides of multiple disagreements inside the house. Viewers take sides in Mahhi-Mary Kom clash Since the beginning of Bigg Boss 20, some viewers have also discussed Mary Kom's personality and her comments inside the house. In an earlier episode, while speaking to fellow contestants, Mary referred to herself as a legend and suggested that nobody could be better than her. The latest promo has once again triggered a discussion around her attitude among viewers. Several users in the comments section appeared to support Mahhi and praised her for standing up for herself during the confrontation. At the same time, some viewers criticised Mary Kom over what they perceived as an overly assertive attitude and a tendency to look down on other contestants. The reactions remain divided, but the promo suggests that the Mahhi Vij and Mary Kom rivalry is far from over. With the house dynamics changing rapidly, their equation could become one of the talking points of the ongoing season. Also Read:Bigg Boss 20: Amrapali Dubey questions makers over alleged TV bias; asks, Baaki genres ke logon ko leke kyun aate ho?
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Operation Toofan enters second phase, takes fight to grassroots: Chennithala
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 18 (IANS) The Kerala government is taking its anti-drug campaign Operation Toofan to the ward level, while setting up a specialised investigation team to go after high-value narcotics networks with inter-state and international links, Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced on Friday. Home Minister Chennithala said an Anti-Narcotics Investigation Team has begun functioning. The team, headed by Toofan nodal officer and North IG Putt Vimaladitya, will have three units based in Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, and Kozhikode. Each unit will comprise 10 police personnel, including a DySP, two Circle Inspectors, two Sub-Inspectors, and other officers. The specialised teams will focus on high-value drug trafficking cases and networks with links outside Kerala and abroad. The government said the move was aimed at making investigations more scientific, focused and coordinated, particularly in cases involving major suppliers and sources. At the other end of the campaign, the government will establish Toofan Jana Jagratha Samitis at ward level in association with the Local Self-Government Department. The committees will involve elected representatives, Kudumbashree members, ASHA workers, Haritha Karma Sena, youth organisations and other community groups. Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will inaugurate the state-level launch of the ward-level initiative at Vengara in Malappuram on September 28. Industries Minister P.K. Kunhalikutty will preside. The second phase will also shift greater emphasis towards reducing demand and rehabilitation, besides continuing the crackdown on supply. Under Toofan Care, around 35 major hospitals have expressed willingness to join the programme, while a rehabilitation protocol will be implemented with the Indian Medical Association. A Toofan app is also being developed to enable people caught in drug abuse to seek help and speak openly about their problems. Amrita University's IT division is providing technical support. Chennithala said Operation Toofan had brought down drug supplies to Kerala by 20 to 30 per cent, according to the government's assessment. The operation, he said, had now moved beyond distributors and was reaching the sources of supply. Those who provided financial assistance to the accused for purchasing drugs will also face action, Chennithala said, indicating that the investigation would extend beyond the immediate drug suppliers to the financial network supporting the trade.
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Shalini Pandey pens heartfelt birthday note for Shabana Azmi: Youre sunshine
Shalini Pandey shared a heartfelt birthday note for veteran actress Shabana Azmi, giving a glimpse into the bond the two share. Taking to her Instagram Story, Shalini posted a picture with Shabana and described her as the coolest person, while expressing gratitude for having someone she can speak to about anything and every thing, have fun with and continue to look up to. Sharing her birthday wishes, Shalini wrote, Happiest birthday to the coolest person! Someone I can talk to about anything and every thing, have the most fun with, and look up to endlessly. So grateful for your beautiful, curious, childlike spirit. Youre sunshine. Forever and ever in love with you. Through the note, Shalini expressed her admiration for Shabana not only as an accomplished actress but also as someone she shares a personal connection with. Her words highlighted the affection and warmth between the two actresses. Shalini and Shabana have also worked together in Dabba Cartel, bringing together performers from different generations. Shabana, who has had a long career in Indian cinema, shares the screen with Shalini, who belongs to a younger generation of actors. Their association in the series has also given audiences an opportunity to see the two actresses together. However, Shalinis birthday message focused more on their personal equation than their professional association. Her note reflected the fondness and admiration she has for Shabana, whom she described as someone she can have conversations with, enjoy time with and continue to admire. From their collaboration in Dabba Cartel to Shalinis personal birthday tribute, the message offered a glimpse into the warm equation shared by the two actresses. Also Read : Shalini Pandey reacts to fake AI-generated video: It is deeply disturbing to see technology being misused in this way
Family vacations are increasingly feeling like project management, with parents handling bookings, packing, children, meals, itineraries and the pressure to make every day count. An influencers viral Instagram video, which has crossed 536,000 views, highlights why many families return from holidays feeling more exhausted than refreshed.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actress Soni Razdan recently shared a candid and amusing video featuring her daughter Alia Bhatt, in which the actress opened up about a quirky habit of her father, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt. Sharing the video on Instagram, the veteran actress wrote, When my daughter (@aliaabhatt) gets real about her dad, you listen because when it comes to dads, we all have a familiar story to tell. BYOB Bring Your Own Baap!. In the video, Alia was asked about one quirk about her father that annoyed her. She humorously revealed that having a smooth and free-flowing conversation with him could sometimes be difficult because he often forgot whom he was talking to. The Highway actress said, 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. However, Alia revealed that the habit she once found irritating had gradually rubbed off on her as well. 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. Further, when Alia was asked when she had last told her father that she loved him, she decided not to rely on her memory and instead called him right away. As it happened, Mahesh Bhatt was at the same premises, inside a preview theatre. Alia reached out to him on the spot and said, I love you daddy. That was the last time. Meanwhile, Alia has also been supporting her mother Soni Razdan, who is currently promoting her latest project Om Ka Hari. Directed by Harish Vyas and produced under the banner of First Ray Films, the film features Anshuman Jha and Raghubir Yadav in the lead roles of Om and Hari. The movie is scheduled for a theatrical release on September 18.
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Malaika Arora recreates Chaiyya Chaiyya magic, says Some things never get old
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actress and dancer Malaika Arora recently recreated the magic of her iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya at an event. Sharing a glimpse of her latest performance, she posted a video on Instagram, writing, Some things never get old #ChaiyyaChaiyya #MalaikaArora #Iconic #Evergreen. The video shows Malaika sitting in a makeup room as she gets her hair and makeup done before stepping out to showcase her signature dance moves to her popular track Chaiyya Chaiyya. The actress is seen grooving to the popular number alongside television actor Aman Verma. Dressed in a stylish multicoloured outfit, she performed the iconic hook steps from the song. Chaiyya Chaiyya is an iconic song from the 1998 Hindi film Dil Se. Composed by A.R. Rahman, the track featured lyrics by Gulzar and vocals by Sukhwinder Singh and Sapna Awasthi. The song featured Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora and went on to become one of the most memorable dance numbers in Hindi cinema, with Malaikas energetic performance becoming particularly popular among audiences. Interestingly, during one of her appearances on chat show Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai, choreographer and filmmaker Farah Khan had revealed how Malaika Arora came on board for the iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya. The director had recalled that the makers had approached several people for the song before Malaika was finalized at the last minute. She had also shared that she already knew Malaika well before they went on to shoot the memorable track. Farah said, We actually tried for a lot of people. We had no one even one week before the song was supposed to be shot. The 'Main Hoon Na' maker further mentioned that she desperately called Malaika to be a part of the track, despite not knowing if she could dance or not. I did not even know if she could dance. But I knew that her look was right. She looks beautiful.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actor Adil Hussain took a trip down memory lane as he recalled working on the 2012 action thriller Agent Vinod, which starred Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan in the lead roles. Sharing a throwback memory on Instagram, Adil remembered the filming, which took place across multiple international locations in 2010 and 2011. Sharing photos from the movie, he wrote, Remembering the shoot for Agent Vinod in 2010 and 2011. Had such a good time shooting this film across the globe. #cinema #hindicinema #agentvinod. The first image features Adil Hussain alongside Kareena Kapoor in a still from the film, while another shows Hussain in character as Colonel. Agent Vinod, the spy action thriller, was written and directed by Sriram Raghavan and produced by Saif Ali Khan and Dinesh Vijan. The film followed a secret agent caught in a terrorist conspiracy and featured Saif Ali Khan in the titular role. Kareena Kapoor portrayed ISI agent Iram Parveen Bilal, also known as Dr. Ruby Mendes. Adil Hussain appeared as a Colonel, while Ravi Kishan played Major Rajan Sinha and Gulshan Grover portrayed Tehmur Pasha in cameo roles. The film also featured Ram Kapoor, Prem Chopra, and Shahbaz Khan. The spy thriller was released on 23 March 2012. Meanwhile, Adil Hussain was recently seen in Max, Min and Meowzaki. During the promotions of the same, he opened up about his approach to portraying different characters. The English Vinglish actor said that he believes in kind of acting which helps him attain liberation from his own self. Adil shared with IANS, I had been extremely strict with my own idea of what should be the basic principles to live our lives. And so it took me, not took me, it's still taking me a huge amount of personal work. And I have been lucky because my profession or as I like to call it, self-expression is through art. And especially through the art of acting.
FSSAI initiates three adjudication cases against Nestle India over infant nutrition products
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Friday said that it has initiated three separate adjudication cases against Nestl India over alleged regulatory non-compliance involving its infant nutrition products, including NAN Excella Pro Stage 1 and Lactogen Pro 1. According to a notice shared by the food regulator on Instagram, FSSAI examined the products and promotional material listed on e-commerce platforms and flagged certain claims associated with the infant nutrition products. In the case of NAN Excella Pro Stage 1, the regulator raised concerns over claims related to 5 HMOS and Whey Protein. For Lactogen Pro 1, FSSAI flagged a claim describing whey protein as being easy to digest. The food regulator said it had sought clarifications from Nestl India regarding the claims. Following its examination, FSSAI said the products were found to be in contravention of Regulation 4(2) of the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations, 2020. The regulation places restrictions on promotional claims and material intended to increase the saleability of infant foods. FSSAI also referred to Section 3 of the Infant Milk Substitutes, Feeding Bottles and Infant Foods (Regulation of Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, 1992, which prohibits the advertisement and promotion of such products. Separately, FSSAI said a sample of a Follow-up Formula manufactured by Nestl India was found to be sub-standard for its biotin content during laboratory analysis. The sample was subsequently sent to a Referral Laboratory for re-analysis. The second analysis also found the product to be non-conforming with the prescribed biotin requirement under the Foods for Infant Nutrition Regulations, 2020. FSSAI said three separate adjudication cases have been filed against Nestl India in connection with the regulatory issues involving the products. The regulator's notice does not indicate that any final penalty has been imposed on Nestl India. The cases concern the alleged promotional violations and the laboratory finding related to the biotin content. Nestle India had not issued a response to the exchanges regarding the notice at the time of publication.
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
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.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actress Rakul Preet Singh recently took some time away from her usual routine to enjoy a relaxing getaway with her husband, actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani. Sharing glimpses of the peaceful break on Instagram, the Yaariyan actress reflected on how the getaway gave her an opportunity to slow down, unwind and enjoy the little moments. Sharing her video, she wrote, A little escape from the usual, and exactly the kind of break I needed. Beautiful views, amazing food, slow mornings, good conversations and so many little moments that made the stay special. She added, From the comfort of the property to simply enjoying the surroundings, everything felt like a reminder to pause, unwind and be present. Some getaways are about the destination, and some are simply about how the place makes you feel. The video montage captures Rakul making the most of her getaway with husband Jackky. From leisurely strolls and relaxing by the pool to enjoying beachside moments, the actress is seen soaking in the holiday atmosphere. The montage also features glimpses of the couple enjoying their evenings, including outings to nightclubs, along with moments of good food, scenic views and quality time together. The series of clips gives a glimpse into Rakuls laid-back vacation, showing her enjoying both the peaceful and fun-filled sides of the getaway with Jackky. Both Rakul and Jackky often share glimpses of their life together on social media, giving a peek into their relationship and setting couple goals with their loved-up posts. Earlier, Rakul Preet Singh had offered a glimpse into her professional and personal bond with husband Jackky Bhagnani. She shared that their work partnership was fuelled by constant laughter and endless conversations about food. The actress had shared a series of pictures with Jackky in a collaborative social media post, saying their shared synergy made building something exciting together as a couple a truly rewarding experience. People ask us what its like working together. The answer? Half the time were discussing work, the other half were laughing and discussing what to eat. Its fun because I feel our synergy is aligned. Building a life together is one thing. Building something youre both excited about is a whole different experience, she wrote as the caption.
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!
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.
A signature fragrance often evolves into a key aspect of one's identity. Over time, this scent transforms into a personal brand, woven deeply into our memories and emotions. With the power to evoke strong feelings and recall past experiences, a beloved scent is much more than a simple fragrance; it encapsulates moments and memories throughout ones life.
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.
The big winners from India's coffee craze may not sell coffee at all
Indias coffee culture is expanding beyond cafes and coffee chains, creating opportunities across beauty, homeware, luxury hospitality, whisky and experiential retail. Brands such as mCaffeine, Westsides Studiowest, Nestasia, Tira, Amrut Distilleries and Taj Palace are tapping coffees lifestyle appeal through skincare, fragrances, tableware, coffee-cask whisky, cafes and premium experiences, as consumers increasingly embrace coffee as a cultural and lifestyle trend.
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have welcomed their second child, a baby boy, through adoption. The couple shared the happy news in a heartfelt Instagram post. The actress has previously spoken about her long-standing wish to adopt. With the arrival of their son, the couple is now a family of four.
Construction Shapes Life, Ego Can Turn Even Lanka to Ashes: Prashant Agrawal
Udaipur, September 17: The Apno Se Apni Baat discourse being conducted under the guidance of Narayan Seva Sansthan president Prashant Agrawal concluded on Thursday on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti. The concluding session highlighted messages related to craftsmanship, work, self-control, service and the positive use of ones abilities through stories associated with Lord Vishwakarma. Agrawal ... Read more Construction Shapes Life, Ego Can Turn Even Lanka to Ashes: Prashant Agrawal
Chess Olympiad: Indian men beat Indonesia, women defeat Finland
Samarkand(Uzbekistan), Sep 17: Defending champions in both the open and womens events, the Indian teams won their matches -- albeit with some hiccups -- to remain atop the leaderboard with four match points after the second round of the 46th Chess Olympiad here on Thursday. For the second day running, Nihal Sarin was the difference between two teams as he defeated Hafiz Arif Abdul after briefly missing out on a tactical trick. Up against a Sicilian with white pieces, Nihal went for a direct attack against the black king but for just one move his own king came under serious trouble. However, as it happened, Hafiz missed on the trick and landed his king in deep trouble with many pieces still remaining on the board. Nihal wrapped up the issues quickly thereafter. Reigning world champion D Gukesh continued to struggle as he was held to a draw by Satria Duta Cahaya who played black. Gukesh could not get his pieces rolling for once and even though the complications remained, Cahaya remained on course by matching the world champion move-for-move. The game was drawn through perpetual checks leaving India with a 2-1 score with only Praggnanandhaa fighting it out on the top board for a victory. Even though he tried hard, Praggnanandhaa was not able to find a dent in the position of Susanto Megaranto, who played very solidly with white. With some great high effort, the Indian was able to reach a rook and pawns endgame with an extra pawn, but the resulting position was just a theoretical draw. The peace was signed in 79 moves. For the top seeded United States, it was a similar result against Mongolia as they too won by a 2.5-1.5 margin while the local team Uzbekistan, winner in 2022, won with a handsome 3.5-0.5 margin against Peru. In the womens section, the Indians did better as World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh started off with a victory over Johanna Paasikangas in her maiden appearance here on the second board. Vantika Agrawal won her second game on the trot, defeating Sara-Olivia Sippola on the third board, while B Savitha Shri continued to impress defeating Helja Lehtinen. With the scoreline reading 3-0 in Indias favour, R Vaishali played out a draw with Anastasia Keinanen. Open: Indonesia vs India (Susanto Megaranto vs R Praggnanandhaa; Hafiz Arif Abdul lost to Nihal Sarin; Satria Duta Cahaya vs D Gukesh; Nayaka Budhidharma drew with Vidit Santosh Gujrathi). Women: Finland lost to India (Anastasia Keinanen drew with R Vaishali; Johanna Paasikangas lost to Divya Deshmukh; Sara-Olivia Sippola lost to Vantika Agrawal; Helja Lehtinen lost to B Savitha Shri).
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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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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
India Leads 46th Chess Olympiad After Second Round
Indian chess teams, both open and women's, secured victories in the second round of the 46th Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, maintaining their top positions with four match points. While the open team faced some challenges, including draws for D Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa, Nihal Sarin's win was crucial. The women's team achieved a more dominant performance with wins from Divya Deshmukh, Vantika Agrawal, and B Savitha Shri.
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 .
