Retired IAS officer's murder in Bhopal triggers political row over MP law and order
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 30 (IANS) The murder of a retired IAS officer at his home in Bhopal on Wednesday gave the Opposition Congress fresh ammunition to target the Madhya Pradesh government over law and order, with party leaders questioning how a senior retired bureaucrat could be killed inside his residence in the state capital. Retired IAS officer Rakesh Agrawal was allegedly found with his throat slit at his residence behind Panghat Colony in Suraj Nagar under Ratibad police station limits. The killing came as a major political issue for the Congress, which accused the BJP government of failing to ensure the safety of people in Bhopal. Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari said Agrawal was murdered right under the government's nose, and attacked Chief Minister Mohan Yadav over the functioning of the government and its law-and-order machinery. If, even after achieving the distinction of being the country's most unsuccessful Home Minister, there is no improvement in the ruling establishment, the system, or the government, then your entire apparatus has become abject and shameless, Patwari said in a post on X. He said the public would teach the government a lesson and remove it from power. Leader of Opposition in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly, Umang Singhar, said the murder had exposed the law-and-order situation in the state. Criminals have become emboldened under the BJP government, and even people in the state capital Bhopal are not safe. Under Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, the law-and-order situation has completely gone off track, Singhar said. When a retired IAS officer is not safe inside his own home in the state capital, who will take responsibility for the safety of the common people? he asked. Singhar alleged that Mohan Yadav could not escape responsibility by leaving the state at the mercy of criminals. The political attack came as police launched an investigation into the killing. Several senior police officers visited Agrawal's residence and examined the scene. The investigation has so far focused on a caretaker, identified as Varun Kumar, who was hired through an agency three days ago as a 24-hour caretaker-cum-male nurse. He has been missing since the incident, and police suspect he may have fled. His belongings, except for a pair of clothes, were reportedly missing from the residence. According to preliminary information, Agrawal and his wife slept in separate rooms. Around 4 a.m., his wife woke up and found the door of her room latched from the outside. She called another caretaker, Amar, who opened the door. They then checked Agrawal's room and found that its door was also latched from the outside. Agrawal was later found dead inside with his throat allegedly slit. ACP Zone-1 Ankita Khatarkar, speaking to IANS, said the Ratibad police received information at around 5.30 a.m. about the murder. Following this, the local police team and senior officers inspected the scene of the incident. Prima facie, it has emerged that a caretaker was hired through an agency three days ago and has been absconding since the incident, she said. Khatarkar said the weapon allegedly used in the murder had not been recovered. The weapon used in the murder has not yet been recovered. Further investigation is underway, and efforts are being made to trace the missing caretaker, she said. Police are now trying to trace the missing caretaker, establish the motive and piece together the sequence of events leading to the killing.
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Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia gets parents inked for the first time: Things you succumb to for your kids
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Television actress Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia recently celebrated her special bond with her parents by getting inked alongside them. Sharing glimpses of the special moment on Instagram, the Choti Sarrdaarni actress opened up about how her parents continue to be her source of comfort and strength despite the demands of their individual lives and the distance between them. Through different countries, time zones, cities, work schedules, individual lives, constant hustle; I know I miss being there as much as I would want to. And I am unable to show up like I wish to. But everyday, I think of you all without amiss. And then my nervous system feels safe, she wrote. The actress added that no matter where they are, the family continues to support and pray for one another. For I know wherever we might be; we are always backing each other and praying for each other. Perhaps love is not always flashy. Perhaps its about surviving the chaos and silences together, Nimrit said. Sharing a glimpse of her parents getting inked, she humorously wrote, Mom & Dads first. Things you succumb to for your kids. That weird family on Pinterest? I think of you three every time I see it. Through the post, Nimrit highlighted the strong bond she shares with her parents and the ways in which families remain connected despite busy schedules, distance, and the chaos of everyday life. The carousel of images features Nimrit alongside her parents as they proudly show off their matching tattoos. On the professional front, Nimrit Kaur recently featured alongside actor Tiger Shroff in the music video Bepanaah. The actress described the experience of collaborating with Tiger as truly inspiring. Nimrat said, Working with Tiger has been an absolute blast his passion and dedication to every frame is truly inspiring. I had to match his energy, and I want to thank choreographer Bosco, his choreography pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best way possible. This song is special because it celebrates style, rhythm, and chemistry, and I can't wait for everyone to see the magic weve created on screen.
Who is Lalit Prabhakar? Meet the National Award-winning actor playing Ajmal Kasab in Prahaar
The trailer of Rajkummar Rao's much-awaited Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story is out, and while Rao impresses as special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, it is the final reveal that has everyone talking. The actor unrecognisable as Ajmal Kasab, the lone terrorist captured alive during the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, is none other than Lalit Prabhakar. The trailer was launched on September 29 at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), one of the sites targeted during the 2008 attacks. Since then, fans have been curious to know more about the actor behind the striking transformation. Lalit Prabhakar As Ajmal Kasab In Prahaar Lalit bagged the role of Kasab after auditioning for it. For the part, the actor went far beyond a physical makeover, studying Kasab's psychology, language and body language to bring the real-life figure to the screen. The role marks one of the most daring choices of his career, and a striking departure from the characters audiences have come to associate him with. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lalit Prabhakar (@lalit.prabhakar) Who Is Lalit Prabhakar? Lalit Prabhakar is one of Marathi cinema's most accomplished actors. Born in Kalyan, Maharashtra, he began his journey in experimental theatre and was among around thirty artists in India selected for the Ministry of Culture's Young Artiste Scholarship. He rose to fame with the Zee Marathi show Julun Yeti Reshimgathi, which won him the Best Actor award at the Zee Marathi Awards. He made his film debut with Paresh Mokashi's Chi Va Chi Sau Ka (2017), which earned him the Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Debut Actor. Critically acclaimed across platforms: Lalit's biggest milestone came with Sameer Vidwans' Anandi Gopal (2019), in which he played Gopalrao Joshi, the progressive husband of Anandibai Joshi, one of India's first women physicians. The film won two National Awards, and Lalit's performance earned him the Filmfare Marathi Best Actor (Critics) award, Best Actor at the Pune International Film Festival and Best Actor at the Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar. The accolades have only continued. In 2026, he received a Jury Special Mention at the Pune International Film Festival for Toh Ti Ani Fuji, an India-Japan romance that also drew international attention. Lalit Prabhakar's Versatility Across Genres: Over the years, Lalit has built a reputation for never repeating himself. He has played a charming romantic in Hampi, taken on a double role in the horror-comedy Zombivli, and won praise for slice-of-life dramas like Medium Spicy and Sunny. He has also backed films that reflect contemporary lives and relationships. Super Duperr (2026), a family comedy-drama about two households forced to share one home, was loved by critics and audiences alike. Aarpar (2025), an intense love story, fetched him a Filmfare Marathi Best Actor nomination and the Zee Chitra Gaurav award for Best Jodi with Hruta Durgule. On OTT, he has featured in popular series such as Shantit Kranti, Pet Puraan and The Raikar Case. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hruta Durgule (@hruta12) Lalit is effortlessly taking up challenging roles, especially real-life characters. After Gopalrao Joshi in Anandi Gopal and Ajmal Kasab in Prahaar, he will next be seen as Dalit Panther co-founder and Padma Shri poet Namdeo Dhasal in the biopic Dhasal. The film features music by Ilaiyaraaja, and his first look as Dhasal, crafted by veteran make-up artist Shrikant Desai, has already created a buzz. Having created his mark with impressive work in the Marathi industry, Lalit is now broadening his horizons by stepping into Hindi cinema with not only Prahaar but also as Dhasal, which will be released in Marathi as well as Hindi. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lalit Prabhakar (@lalit.prabhakar) Directed by Avinash Arun and produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films, Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story stars Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Sikandar Kher and Ashish Vidyarthi, along with Lalit Prabhakar. The film is set to hit theatres on October 16, 2026. Also Read:Prahaar trailer launch: Devendra Fadnavis hails Rajkummar Rao as an ACCOMPLISHED actor; urges every Indian to watch Prahaar
Actress Rupali Ganguly became emotional while recalling her familys financial struggles and her late father, filmmaker Anil Gangulys long-standing dream of owning a house in Mumbai. Speaking at FICCI Frames 2026 in Mumbai on Wednesday, September 30, the actress opened up about the difficult phase her family went through and how the success of Anupamaa eventually helped her fulfil her fathers wish. Rupali recalled that her father had to make difficult financial decisions while pursuing his career in filmmaking. She explained that during those years, filmmakers working outside the corporate system often had to sell their homes to finance their movies. Her family, too, went through a difficult period and eventually lost their property. My father was a filmmaker. In those times, those who were not into corporate filmmaking business, they sold homes and made films. There was a point when we lost it all. My father's only dream was to make a house in Mumbai, Rupali recalled, becoming emotional. The actress also reflected on growing up as the daughter of a filmmaker and the assumptions that came with being a epo kid. While acknowledging her background, Rupali said that she wanted to build something of her own while also fulfilling her father's dream. I was a typical nepo kid, a big filmmaker's daughter. But that was the only dream of my dad that I wanted to fulfil. Anupamaa hua and maine apna pehla ghar khareeda (Anupamaa happened and I finally bought my first home). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) The success of Anupamaa proved to be an important turning point for Rupali, both professionally and personally. The show gave her wider recognition and also helped her achieve a goal that had remained close to her heart. Rajan Shahi recalls Rupali Gangulys early struggles Anupamaa producer Rajan Shahi, who was also present at the event, recalled Rupali's initial struggles in the industry. He revealed that she had auditioned multiple times for the first show they worked on together, but he had initially rejected her. For the first show we did together, Rupali had given three auditions and I had rejected her. She asked me to give her another chance. That time, she used to walk all the way from Worli as she didn't have money to travel by bus. So that is her struggle and I am very proud of her, Rajan said. Rupali was visibly emotional as Rajan spoke about her early years in the industry and wiped away tears on stage. Also Read : Rupali Ganguly drops adorable Yashoda-Krishna reel on Janmashtami 2026
Ranveer Singh gives a glimpse of his fitness routine in new shirtless picture; see pic
Ranveer Singh has grabbed attention on social media after sharing a new shirtless picture. The actor posted the photograph on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of his fitness routine and toned physique. In the picture, Ranveer is seen posing in what appears to be a gym. He sports a rugged look with his hair swept back and beard on full display. Holding a shaker bottle in his hand, the actor appears to have shared the picture straight from his fitness routine. The photograph has since sparked reactions from fans and followers on social media. The latest post comes at a busy phase in Ranveer's personal and professional life. The year 2026 has been significant for the actor, with several major developments taking place on both fronts. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) Professionally, Ranveer has had a successful run with the Dhurandhar franchise. The two films have collectively crossed the Rs 3,000 crore mark worldwide, with the franchise becoming the first Indian film franchise to achieve the milestone. Ranveer's performances in the films have also remained a major talking point, particularly as he portrayed different shades through his characters Hamza and Jaskirat. Away from films, Ranveer and Deepika Padukone recently welcomed their second daughter on September 19, 2026. The couple, who are already parents to a daughter, have now become parents to two daughters. Meanwhile, Ranveer has already moved on to his next project. He has begun shooting for Pralay, a post-apocalyptic action thriller directed by Jai Mehta. The film also marks Ranveer's debut as a producer, adding another responsibility to his upcoming professional chapter. With the success of the Dhurandhar franchise, the arrival of his second daughter and his new role as a producer, Ranveer has had plenty happening in 2026. His latest shirtless picture has now added another talking point, as the actor continues to share glimpses of his life and fitness routine with his social media followers. Also Read : EXCLUSIVE: CBFC orders 45-50 cuts for Dhurandhar The Revenges TV Premiere; U/A 16+ version is 10 minutes shorter
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Hyderabad: Stand-up comedian Hussain to perform this weekend
Hyderabad: Looking to swap your usual weekend outing for a few laughs? Comedian Mohammed Hussain is bringing his stand-up show, Im Trying, to Hyderabad, with two performances lined up for October 3 at The Comedy Theatre Hyderabad. The venue announced the shows through a joint Instagram post with the comedian, inviting comedy lovers to catch 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 .
Veer Pahariya is set to showcase a more vulnerable and emotional side of his character with Tujhse Bichad Ke, the heartbreak song from his upcoming film Prem Keetanu. The track captures the pain and emotional turmoil of separation, adding a poignant layer to the young actors journey in the film. Featuring Veer Pahariya and Aafiya Sayed, the song presents moments of love, longing and heartbreak, giving audiences a glimpse into the emotional complications surrounding Veers character. Tujhse Bichad Ke has been sung by Madhur Sharma, with music composed by Rahul Mishra and lyrics penned by Meer. The song features prominently in the films trailer and complements the emotional side of the story. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Music Company (@zeemusiccompany) While Prem Keetanu blends comedy, college life and romance, the track brings a distinctly bittersweet mood to Veer Pahariyas character. After exploring his romantic side in earlier tracks from the film, Veer now appears to be stepping into the heartbreak and vulnerability that come with young love. Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, Prem Keetanu stars Veer Pahariya, Aparshakti Khurana, Aafiya Sayed, Rakesh Bedi and Nikhil Vijay. The film is produced by Gaurav Verma under Avanika Films and is scheduled to release in cinemas on October 2, 2026. Also Read: Veer Pahariya gets Varun Dhawan to dance to Prem Keetanu song Ishq Ka Ghulam; Varuns pet dog Joey steals the show
Karan Johar announces final season of Koffee With Karan, to premiere on JioHotstar on October 14
After 22 years, eight seasons and 161 episodes, Karan Johar is set to bring Koffee With Karan to an end. The filmmaker and television host has announced that the ninth season of the chat show will be its final chapter. The season will premiere on JioHotstar on October 14. Since its debut in 2004, Koffee With Karan has featured several prominent names from the Indian film industry and has covered conversations around relationships, careers, friendships and life in the public eye. Over the years, several exchanges from the show have become widely discussed, while some guests have also shared personal moments and experiences during their appearances. Karan Johar has now decided to conclude the show with its upcoming season. In his announcement, he reflected on the journey of Koffee With Karan, including the controversies, speculation and online reactions that have accompanied the show over the years, while also acknowledging the audience that continued to tune in. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) Speaking about the final season, Karan Johar, Host and Creator, Koffee With Karan, said, There are some journeys you don't plan to end, you simply know, somewhere deep within you, when it is time to let them go. Koffee With Karan has been an extraordinary part of my life. It has given me friendships, memories, moments of complete madness, a lot of love and, yes, its fair share of controversy! But through all of it, what has remained constant is the audience. They have laughed with us, debated us, trolled us, celebrated us and, most importantly, kept coming back for another cup. Saying goodbye is emotional, but it also feels right. This final season is my way of raising the mug one last time with gratitude, with love and with everyone who has made Koffee With Karan what it is. So, come have one last cup of Koffee with me. One last time. Alok Jain, Head Hindi & English Entertainment Business (Streaming, TV & Studios), JioStar, said, Koffee With Karan is the talk show that brought the biggest celebrities into viewers living rooms and built a fandom that very few shows have matched. For over two decades, it has given audiences an intimate, irreverent and often unexpected glimpse into the lives of the people they love watching, becoming a part of pop culture phenomenon. As Karan raises the coffee mug one last time, we celebrate the extraordinary legacy of a show that has consistently delivered great content and created a lasting connection with audiences. At JioHotstar, we remain committed to bringing audiences the very best in entertainment, and we are delighted to bring this final chapter of Koffee With Karan to them. The show has been known for segments such as its rapid-fire rounds and coffee hampers, along with conversations that have frequently generated discussion beyond the episodes. Across its run, several questions, answers and exchanges from the show have remained part of popular conversations. Also Read : Amitabh Bachchans Rs. 30 crore rise Vs Karan Johars Rs. 480 crore jump: Hurun numbers explained
For many actors, long shooting schedules can be demanding, but Raashii Khanna says her experience of working with Akshay Kumar has been quite different. According to the actress, spending time on set with the actor often feels more like a relaxed break than a routine workday. During a recent Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on Instagram, a fan asked Raashii about her experience of working with Akshay Kumar. In response, she shared a candid picture of the two from the shoot and spoke about their equation on set. Raashii wrote, Akshay sir is just so much fun! With him, it feels like I am on a vacation where we pause to work, rather than the other way around. He is also such a lovely person and is always making everyone around him laugh. The actress also shared an insight into how they spent their time between takes. Recalling the lighter moments from the shoot, Raashii said, And I dont think I have ever played as much Ludo in my life as I have on this set! Her comments offer a glimpse into the easygoing atmosphere she experienced while working with Akshay. Rather than focusing only on the demands of a long filming schedule, Raashii highlighted the casual conversations, laughter and games that made her time on the set enjoyable. The actresss anecdote also gives fans a look at the camaraderie she shares with Akshay beyond their work in front of the camera. From spending downtime playing Ludo to sharing laughs between takes, Raashiis account reflects the lighter side of their time together during the shoot. Also Read : SCOOP: Akshay Kumar-Shraddha Kapoors second consecutive box-office clash averted; Eetha gets SOLO December 4 release
National Award winner Keerthy Suresh has shared a heartfelt glimpse into her journey with Dorothy, taking to social media to post a series of behind-the-scenes images from the film and reflect on the experience of bringing the character to life. The actress shared moments from the making of the film while expressing gratitude towards everyone who was part of the project. At the heart of her post was an emotional note for Dorothy and the people who helped shape the film. Keerthy credited director Karthik Subbaraj for trusting her with the character and for making her part of a project that was close to his heart. She also expressed her admiration for music legend Ilaiyaraaja, calling it something she would treasure for a lifetime to be part of the magic he creates. The actress also shared warm words for her co-stars Rishikanth and Sananth, cinematographer Tirru, her makeup and styling team, and the entire cast and crew. Her note reflected the personal connections she formed while working on the film and the memories she is taking away from the experience. Sharing the BTS pictures, Keerthy wrote, Dorothy took a little piece of my heart, and I hope I left a little piece of mine with you all. @ksubbaraj sir, thank you for trusting me with Dorothy and for making me a part of your vision so close to your heart. To be part of your dream project truly feels like a dream of my own. @ilaiyaraaja_offl Raja sir, I never imagined that one day I would be fortunate enough to be a part of the magic you create, and it is something that I will treasure for a lifetime. @iam_rishikanth Karthi and @sananth__ Subbu, its rare to meet people and feel an instant familiarity, as though life has simply skipped a few chapters. Like I said before, I will be one among your well-wishers and rooting for you always! @dop_tirru Thiru sir, you are my Guru. I am taking this opportunity to say that I have always admired your work, but this time I have fallen in love with it all over again. Her caption added, You guys have been with me in this from the beginning. Thank you for making Dorothy look just the way I wanted her to be. @makeupbyanighajain @tejisinghofficial @sruthi.sb @aiishwarya_suresh @praveenraja I am so happy our first work is something thats so memorable. To our producers #jyotideshpande, @guneetmonga, @achinjain20, and to the entire cast and crew, thank you for making this a journey I will always be proud to have been a part of. Every person who came together to make this film has left a little mark on it, and a much bigger one on me. Last but never the least, thanks to our audience for all the love they have showered. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Keerthy Suresh (@keerthysureshofficial) Keerthy's performance as Dorothy has also received appreciation following the film's premiere, with the actress earning praise for bringing warmth, compassion and emotional depth to the character. Dorothy had a special international outing earlier this month as it premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where the film received a standing ovation from the audience. The film's journey also marked another significant collaboration for her, bringing together names such as Karthik Subbaraj and Ilaiyaraaja. Also Read: Keerthy Suresh makes Milan Fashion Week debut at Giorgio Armani show in sleek grey tailoring
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Juhi Babbar on brother Aarya Babbar: We are probably those rare siblings who catch up in green rooms
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Actress and theatre artiste Juhi Babbar shared a glimpse of her special bond with her brother Aarya Babbar. In her recent post on Instagram, she said that the siblings often find themselves catching up in green rooms, united by their shared passion for theatre. Juhi shared pictures with Aarya and reflected on how theatre has remained an important part of their lives since childhood. Sharing her photos, the Yaaran Naal Baharaan actress wrote, We are probably those rare siblings who catch up in green rooms! And honestly, what better way to catch up than through something that has been such a huge part of our childhood and continues to be our common passion... theatre. Juhi recalled growing up around Prithvi Theatre, where their mother, theatre veteran Nadira Babbar, would perform, rehearse and stage her plays. Growing up, Prithvi Theatre meant watching our mother perform, rehearse, stage her plays and create her magic. And today, to find ourselves sharing the same green rooms, experiencing the same thrill of facing a live audience, feels very special, she added. Juhi also expressed a sense of pride in carrying forward the theatre legacy created by their mother as Ekjute Theatre Group celebrates 45 years. As we celebrate 45 years of EKJUTE Theatre Group, there is also a quiet sense of pride in knowing that, in our own little way, we are carrying forward something our mother created with so much love and passion... and hopefully giving her a reason to feel proud too, she said. The images show the sibling duo, Juhi and Aarya, posing together. Ekjute Theatre Group, founded by Nadira Babbar, has been an important part of theatre, with Juhi and Aarya carrying forward their familys love for the stage. Juhi Babbar and Aarya Babbar are the children of veteran actor Raj Babbar and theatre personality Nadira Babbar, who got married in November 1975. The siblings have also followed their parents into the entertainment industry and have worked as actors.
Kevin Hart, wife Eniko celebrate daughters 6th bday with American Girl doll-themed day
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Actor-comedian Kevin Hart and his wife Eniko celebrated their daughter Kaoris sixth birthday with a low-key celebration centred around family, close friends and an American Girl doll-themed day. In a collaborative post on Instagram, Eniko shared a heartfelt birthday note for their BIG beautiful baby girl, saying that Kaori opted for chocolate donuts before school instead of an extravagant party. The caption read: Sweet 6! Happy birthday to our BIG beautiful baby girl! lately her birthday requests have been quite simple..A special birthday breakfast (chocolate donuts) before schoolNo extravagant over the top birthday parties..(because she hates the birthday song) LOL! The caption further read: just HER special day celebrated with close friends, family, and genuine LOVE. This years theme was an American Girl doll day! Kaori youre one of the greatest gifts God has blessed us with. we are grateful for the joy, love + laughter that you bring into our lives. You my girl deserve all of the happiness in the world.. hope your day is filled with all of the fun, lots of sweets, and more amazing memories that will last FOREVER! Mom + Daddy. Hart got engaged to Eniko Parrish in 2014. They were married in California in 2016. Their first child was born in 2017. They reconciled and had a second child together, a daughter born in 2020. On the acting front, Hart will next be seen in the new installment of the Jumanji franchise is titled 'Jumanji: The Open World'. The upcoming installment will bring back Hart as Franklin Finbar, Johnson as Dr. Bravestone, Jack Black as Professor Sheldon Oberon and Karen Gillan as Ruby Roundhouse. Jumanji, first released in 1995, was directed by Joe Johnston and was based on the 1981 children's picture book by Chris Van Allsburg. The film is the first installment in the Jumanji film series and stars Robin Williams, Kirsten Dunst, David Alan Grier, Bonnie Hunt, Jonathan Hyde, and Bebe Neuwirth. Hart had his first breakthrough when Judd Apatow cast him in a recurring role on the TV series Undeclared. The actors comedic reputation continued to grow with the release of his first stand-up album I'm a Grown Little Man.
Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa season 2 announced, who are the jailers?
Mumbai: After a successful season one, Netflix has announced season 2 of the reality show, Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. Making the announcement, Netflix wrote on its official Insta handle, Laut raha hain Lock Upp. Bhaag kar jaaoge kahaan? Watch Lock Upp Season 2, coming soon, only on Netflix!. View this post on Instagram Backed 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 .
Cong workers slapped with attempt to murder charge for
Agra, Sep 30 (PTI) A case of attempt to murder and causing grievous hurt and rioting has been registered against around 20 Congress workers, including six of them who have been arrested, for the alleged defacement of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars residence here during a party protest, sources said on Wednesday. The action followed Mondays protest outside Kumars residence in the Vijay Nagar area, where Congress workers allegedly wrote slogans with black paint on the gate and wall of the house before leaving the spot. The six arrested accused Congress leaders Anil Yadav, Mukesh Dhangar, Manoj Gaur, Rajesh
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Retired IAS officer found dead with throat slit at Bhopal home; caretaker missing
Rakesh Agrawal, a retired IAS officer, was discovered dead in his home in Bhopal early on Wednesday. His throat reportedly had been slit, and a missing caretaker has been linked to the incident. The caretaker was hired only days prior and is currently untraceable, raising suspicions. Additionally, leaking LPG cylinders were found in the kitchen, indicating a possible explosion attempt.
Wamiqa Gabbi embraces new beginning as she dances her heart out surrounded by memories
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Actress Wamiqa Gabbi has welcomed a new beginning as she shared a glimpse from her birthday celebrations from a blurry night spent with her tribe. Taking to Instagram, where Wamiqa shared a string of pictures and videos from her quaint birthday party, Wamiqa said she felt very loved after celebrating and receiving an outpouring of wishes. She wrote: A blurry night with my tribe surrounded by all the things that made this place my home, now packed in boxes. The actress added: Feels like a good time for a new beginning. With a better understanding of myself, of the people around me and of the people Im yet to meet. Dancing my heart out kyonki vaise vi apne hath kuj ni so nacho!!!!! Thank you for all the love and all the birthday wishes feeling very, very loved. Wamiqa made her screen debut as a child with a brief role in the Hindi film Jab We Met in 2007. She later established herself as a leading lady in Punjabi cinema with roles in comedy films, such as Tu Mera 22 Main Tera 22, Nikka Zaildar 2 and its sequel Nikka Zaildar 3 as well as the crime drama Kali Jotta. Gabbi expanded into other languages with the Tamil romance Maalai Naerathu Mayakkam and the Malayalam sports drama Godha. She then transitioned into a period focused on Hindi streaming ventures such as the period drama series Jubilee, followed by her role as a spy's wife in Vishal Bhardwaj's thriller film Khufiya. She has also worked in films such as Bhool Chuk Maaf, Bhooth Bangla and Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. Wamiqa will next be seen in Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam, an upcoming Hindi-language film directed by Avinash Arun. It stars Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikandar Kher. The film is a biopic of Ujjwal Nikam who appeared against Ajmal Kasab in the trial of the 26/11 Mumbai attack case.
Rajinikanth's 'Dharman' unit wraps up third schedule of shooting
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Ashwath Marimuthu, who is directing superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming film 'Dharman', has now announced that the unit of the film had wrapped up its third schedule of filming. Taking to his social media timelines, Ashwath Marimuthu wrote, 3rd schedule Wrapped ! #Dharman. It may be recalled that on Tuesday, actress Raashii Khanna, who plays a pivotal role in 'Dharman', had shared pictures of herself with actors Rajinikanth and Ram Pothineni at Mysuru, where the unit was shooting. Taking to her Instagram page to share a series of pictures including one in which the actress was seen with Superstar Rajinikanth and Telugu actor Ram Pothineni, Raashi had said, A little glimpse into the world I have been living in for a while now in Mysore. Early morning workouts with Rajini sir and Ram, because apparently the day starts before the day starts. A little temple hopping, a little wandering, some UNO and lots of laughter.And yes, the Mysore dosa deserved its own moment. #dharman. It may be recalled that IANS had reported earlier that the team of 'Dharman', featuring Superstar Rajinikanth in the lead, was to head to Mysuru after completing a shooting session in Chennai. IANS had reported that the Mysuru schedule had been planned for a period of around 10 days. It may be recalled that director Ashwath Marimuthu had, at an event in Chennai, disclosed that Rajinikanth was very happy and very kicked about the pace and the quality of how Dharman was shaping up. I am now comfortable working with Thalaivar. I was very scared initially. I have worked with Ashok Selvan, then Pradeep and after that, I started working with Thalaivar. But I have realised nothing has changed. That is because Rajinikanth's work ethics is so pure and amazing. It is like having a child on the sets. Even after 50 years, he is so excited and so full of energy, the director had said at the event. The unit of the film had begun its third schedule on September 16 this year. Taking to his X timeline to share a BTS clip of Rajinikanth and Raashi Khanna shooting for the film, director Ashwath Marimuthu had said, Back with Thalaivar for Dharman 3rd schedule #superstar @RKFI. The video clip he posted showed Rajinikanth, seated with his back facing the camera, having a conversation with Raashii Khanna. It may be recalled that the unit of the film had wrapped up its second schedule of shooting only on September 4 this year. Raaj Kamal Films International, the production house of veteran actor and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan, had taken to its social media timelines to drop the update with a video clip. It had said, Dharman 2nd Schedule Wrapped. Swag Mode: ON. One of the scenes in the video clip released showed Rajinikanth as a senior medical faculty lecturing junior doctors. For the unaware, the unit had begun the second schedule of the film on August 13 this year. The makers, at the time of announcing the commencement of the second schedule, had said, The deadly doctor. #Dharman Schedule 2 Begins, and this one's legendary. #KettaPaiyanSir. #SuperstarRajinikanth #KamalHaasan. The film has triggered huge excitement among fans ever since the makers announced the project. In June this year, the makers had dropped a making video that showed how the team had arrived at Superstar Rajinikanth's look in the film. Taking to his X timeline, director Ashwath Marimuthu shared a brand new poster of Rajinikanth from the film and wrote, We heard you !! Ithan hair styleu (This is the hair style)!! Ithan looku (This is the look)! Sexy work @kabilanchelliah. Earlier, Raaj Kamal Films International, the production house of actor Kamal Haasan which is producing this film, shared a glimpse video and wrote, THE OG SWAG. #Dharman. The Making of the First Look. The video featured a shot of the accessories that were kept for Rajini to choose from. It also showed director Aswath showing the exact pose in which he wanted the Superstar to stand. The video also showed Kamal Haasan accompanying Rajinikanth and the two legends of Tamil cinema exchanging pleasantries. For the unaware, Rajinikanth plays a doctor who takes on criminals in Dharman. Actor, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan, while announcing the title of the film, had said, Dharmame vellum! (Only Dharma will win) #Dharman #Thalaivar173 #SuperstarRajinikanth @rajinikanth #Mahendran @Dir_Ashwath @anirudhofficial @anbariv @RKFI @turmericmediaTM @magizhmandram. The title poster of the film that was released on the occasion showed Rajinikanth in an operation theatre in a hospital holding a scalpel, even as he seemed to have one leg placed over the body of a slain rowdy sheeter. The film is to have music by Anirudh. Cinematography for the film is by Niketh Bommi and editing will be by Pradeep E Raghav. The film is being produced by Kamal Haasan and R Mahendran and co-produced by S Disney.
Kristen Bells very best spy secretly captures Dax Shepard gorging on snacks
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Hollywood star Dax Shepard has shared a candid glimpse of himself gorging on snacks while watching a show, revealing that the moment was secretly captured by his and wife Kristen Bells 13-year-old daughter. Shepard took to Instagram, where he shared a string of images taken by his daughter. In the pictures, he is seen getting caught in the act of gorging on snacks sneakily. Dax Shepard wrote in the caption: I know this seems staged, but this was truly captured without my knowledge by our 13 year-old while we were all watching a show together. The Cat Is Away part II. @kristenanniebell Bell, meanwhile, affectionately called their daughter her very best spy for keeping tabs on everything. She keeps tabs on everything-Im grateful for her. Shes my very best spy, she wrote in the comment section. In late 2007, Bell began dating actor Dax, who is also from the Detroit metropolitan area. They announced their engagement in January 2010.They decided to delay marriage until the state of California passed legislation legalizing same-sex marriage. They co-starred in the 2010 film When in Rome, the 2012 film Hit and Run, and the 2017 film CHiPs. After section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act was ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court on June 26, 2013, Bell asked Shepard to marry her through Twitter which he accepted. They have two daughters, born in March 2013 and December 2014. On the work front, Bell, who voices Anna in the Frozen franchise, is gearing up for the films third installment. Frozen first released in 2013. The musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios is loosely inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's 1844 fairy tale The Snow Queen. Directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee and written by Lee, it also features the voices of Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad, and Santino Fontana. The film's popularity spawned a franchise, which includes a short, Frozen Fever, a featurette, Olaf's Frozen Adventure, and two feature-length sequelsFrozen 2 and the upcoming Frozen 3. Among its accolades, it won Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song with Let It Go, the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film, the BAFTA Award for Best Animated Film, and two Grammy Awards.
Six Congress Workers Arrested For CEC Residence Vandalism
Around 20 Congress workers, including six arrested, have been booked for attempt to murder, grievous hurt, and rioting after allegedly defacing Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's residence in Agra during a protest. The Congress party claims false sections were invoked and plans to challenge the charges.
North Central Railway (NCR) has released the GDCE Notification No. RRC/NCR/GDCE - 01/2026 dated 28.09.2026 through its Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Prayagraj. The NCR GDCE Recruitment 2026 is a General Departmental Competitive Examination quota recruitment, meaning online applications are invited only from eligible, serving regular employees (except RPF/RPSF) who have lien in North Central Railway. It is not an open-market recruitment for outside candidates.
Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi has shared her first statement after being eliminated from Bigg Boss 20. The actress, who spent three weeks inside the reality show, took to social media to reflect on her journey, the emotions she experienced and the support she received from viewers. Isha was eliminated after facing the eviction vote against Yung DSA. Yung DSA was saved through public voting, bringing Ishas stint on the show to an end. Isha Rikhi reflects on her Bigg Boss 20 journey Following her exit, Isha shared a note on social media, admitting that her three weeks inside the Bigg Boss house came with a mix of emotions and challenges. She also acknowledged that there were moments when she struggled to express herself. She wrote, Three weeks inside the Bigg Boss house three weeks of so many emotions, experiences, challenges, laughter, tears, and memories Ill carry with me forever. The actress further added, Coming back has made me realise just how much your love and support means to me. Thank you to every single person who stood by me, believed in me, cheered for me, and even to those who didnt support me. Im grateful for every opinion, every message and every person who was a part of this journey in some way. Another excerpt of her note read, The last few weeks were not easy for me. I had my emotional breakdowns, moments where I struggled to express myself, and moments where I probably didnt come across the way I wanted to. I know I may have disappointed some of you, and if I did, Im genuinely sorry. Im still processing everything, understanding myself better and taking this whole experience as a learning. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Isha Rikhi (@isharikhi) Isha says she felt the audiences support Isha also thanked viewers who continued to support her during her time on the show. She said, But one thing I want you all to know is that I felt your love, even when I couldnt express much myself. And that means more to me than I can put into words. Thank you for standing by me, for understanding me, and for continuing to support me. Im truly, truly grateful. Her statement comes shortly after her exit from the reality show, as she looks back at the experience and the response she received during her time inside the house. Isha entered Bigg Boss 20 as one of the contestants this season. During her three-week stint, the actress became part of the conversations and dynamics inside the house before eventually facing the public vote. Also Read:Bigg Boss 20: Isha Rikhi says she faced physical, emotional and social cheating in relationship
Jon Bon Jovi wishes his beautiful wife Dorothea Hurley, a 'happy birthday
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi wished his beautiful wife, Dorothea Hurley, a happy birthday, sharing a message as he celebrated the special occasion with her. Bon Jovi took to Instagram, where he shared a picture of himself with his wife from their younger days and wrote: Happiest birthday, To my beautiful wife. Jon Bon Jovi is best known as the founder and frontman of the rock band Bon Jovi, which was formed in 1983. He has released 16 studio albums with his band as well as two solo albums. In the 1990s, Bon Jovi started an acting career, starring in the films Moonlight and Valentino, The Leading Man, Little City, Homegrown, Pay It Forward, U-571 and Cry Wolf and appearing on television in shows such as Sex and the City, 30 Rock, Ally McBeal, and The West Wing. Bon Jovi was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2009. In 2012, he ranked number 50 among Billboard magazine's Power 100, a ranking of The Most Powerful and Influential People in the Music Business. He is a founder and former majority owner of an Arena Football League team, the Philadelphia Soul. Bon Jovi married his high school girlfriend Dorothea Hurley at Graceland Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas in 1989, with the two having secretly traveled there during a stop in Los Angeles on his band's New Jersey Syndicate Tour. Together, they have a daughter named Stephanie and three sons named Jesse, Jake and Romeo. Bon Jovi is the father-in-law of English actress Millie Bobby Brown, who married Jake in 2024 and he became a grandfather when the couple adopted a daughter in 2025. In 2019, Bon Jovi received an honorary Doctor of Music degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a second honorary doctorate from Princeton University in 2021.
Delhi HC orders takedown of fake profiles, deepfakes using Vikas Divyakirtis identity
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Niall Horan Celebrates 10 Years of This Town: Was my song and now its ours
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Irish singer-songwriter Niall Horan has marked 10 years of his debut solo single This Town, reflecting on the songs journey from a simple acoustic track to a global hit with more than a billion streams. Horan took to Instagram to say the song remains deeply special to him and to thank fans. Horan said: This Town was released 10 years ago today. it was the first song i released out on my own and its so special to me for many reasons when i think back i remember a lot of big pop songs with big productions , around at that time. I feel This Town stood out as it was just one voice and an acoustic guitar. after that, you guys all over the world really connected to it and it took on a life of its ownTo reach over a billion streams and see you all singing it back to me all these years later , is absolutely unbelievable. The singer said he never really be able to explain how grateful i am for all of this and for your support. a few words on stage, a short caption is not enough words to explain how thankful I am. Im working on a few special things to celebrate that will be coming very soon. it was my song and now its ours happy 10 years of this town, Niall wrote. Horan to prominence as a member of the boy band One Direction, formed in 2010 on the singing competition The X Factor. The group released five albums and went on to become one of the best-selling boy bands of all time. After the band declared a hiatus in 2016, Horan has since released four albums: Flicker Heartbreak Weather, The Show and Dinner Party. Flicker debuted at number one in Ireland and the US, and reached the top three in Australia and the UK. The album's first two singles, This Town and Slow Hands, reached the top 20 in the UK and US. Horan has worked as a coach on The Voice.
Five new sites added to India's Unesco Tentative List, taking tally to 78
Four sites, including Udaigiri Caves, in Madhya Pradesh and places linked to Satyagraha, present both in India and South Africa, are the five new additions to UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage for India, officials said on Tuesday. PIB Culture, in a post on X, described it as a proud milestone for the country's heritage. India's UNESCO Tentative List now has 78 sites, with 5 additions: Bagh Cave Paintings, Group of Temples of the Chambal Valley, Udaigiri Caves, Ginnorgarh, and the India-South Africa serial transnational proposal, Sites of Satyagraha. A proud milestone for India's rich heritage, it posted. The Udaigiri hill in Madhya Pradesh contains a rock-cut sacred ensemble developed primarily under Gupta patronage between the late 4th and early 5th centuries, according to the UNESCO website. The site includes twenty excavated caves, sculptural panels, inscriptions, circulation paths, rock surfaces bearing early marks and inscriptions, and associated topographical and ..
Have you heard? Vidya Balan announces new Tamil film with R Balki
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India's UNESCO Tentative List gets 5 new entries, 4 heritage sites from Madhya Pradesh
India's UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage sites has received five new additions, with four of them located in Madhya Pradesh. The new entries include the Udaigiri Caves, Bagh Cave Paintings, Group of Temples of the Chambal Valley and Ginnorgarh, along with a transnational proposal centred on the history of Satyagraha across India and South Africa.
Badshah's ex-wife Isha Rikhi has shared her first Instagram post after her exit from reality TV show Bigg Boss 20. The Punjabi actor thanked fans for their love and support and opened up about the emotional challenges she faced during her three weeks inside the house.
SMC holds mental health camp for staff
Srinagar, Sep 29: Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) on Tuesday organised a Mental Health and Meditation Session for its officers and employees in collaboration with Art of Living at SMC Meeting Hall, Srinagar, with the objective of promoting mental well-being, mindfulness and effective stress management in the workplace. The session was attended by senior officers and officials of the Corporation and focused on the importance of mental well-being, emotional balance and maintaining a healthy approach towards workplace stress. Participants also took part in guided meditation and wellness-oriented practices. Among those present were Nuzhat Khurshid Qurashi, Joint Commissioner (Administration), SMC; Suhail Ul Islam, Joint Commissioner (R&E); Syed Abul Qasim, Joint Commissioner (S), SMC; Dr. Fozia Habib, Health Officer, SMC; and Taahir Ahmad Magray, Secretary, SMC, besides other senior officers and officials. The session was conducted by Vinod Soni and Jyoti Kaur, Senior Faculty, Art of Living, who guided the participants through meditation and wellness practices, while highlighting practical approaches to stress management and mental well-being. The programme emphasised the importance of fostering a supportive, healthy and positive workplace, particularly for personnel engaged in demanding administrative and public-facing responsibilities. The initiative reflects SMCs continued commitment to employee welfare and workplace well-being, complementing its ongoing efforts towards efficient and responsive civic service delivery to the citizens of Srinagar.
Class 10 pass rate rises to 86.36%: Govt
Srinagar, Sep 29: The pass percentage of Class 10 students in Jammu and Kashmir increased from 79.94 per cent in 2024-25 to 86.36 per cent in 2025-26, the government informed the J&K Legislative Assembly. The School Education Department attributed the improvement to academic monitoring, remedial classes, teacher rationalisation and other measures aimed at improving the quality of education in government schools. In a written reply to a question by MLA Arvind Gupta from Jammu West, the Government said it was implementing several initiatives to address infrastructure gaps, teacher shortages and other challenges in the school education system. The department said 3,008 Digital Labs, including 1,420 CAL Centres and 1,588 ICT Labs, had been established with internet facilities. Another 2,388 ICT Labs and 4,597 Smart Classrooms are in the process of establishment to promote digital learning. The government also informed the House that 376 AAGHAAZ Astro Physics Labs had been established in schools, with another 376 in the process of establishment. Ten Virtual Reality Labs have been set up on a pilot basis, while 30 more are planned for 2026-27. Under the Atal Tinkering Labs initiative, 172 labs have been completed, including 127 under the Atal Innovation Mission and 45 under PM SHRI. Another 500 labs for 2026-27 have received in-principle approval from NITI Aayog. The department has also approved or introduced vocational education labs in 2,460 High and Higher Secondary Schools for students of Classes 9 to 12. On the issue of staff shortages, the Government said 594 posts of 10+2 Lecturers in 27 disciplines had been referred to the J&K Public Service Commission for direct recruitment. The commission has so far provided 586 selections, while appointment orders for 327 candidates have been issued after verification of their character and antecedents by the CID. The Government said it was also rationalising teacher deployment and using Cluster Resource Coordinators to address subject-specific shortages in schools. A total of 746 Cluster and School Complexes have been constituted and made functional to facilitate resource sharing. Under the system, subject-specific teachers, including Mathematics, Science and Language teachers, as well as Physical Education Teachers, are being shared within clusters to address localised shortages. The department has also introduced academic monitoring through Cluster Heads, who conduct pre-board evaluations and specialised remedial classes for Classes 10 and 12 to improve Board examination results. Replying to a question on whether the Government planned to make enrolment of government employees' children in government schools mandatory, the department said there was no such proposal. The Government said school enrolment was a matter of parental choice and the educational interests of children. It said its focus was on improving academic outcomes, teaching standards and school facilities to strengthen public confidence in government schools. The department said it was pursuing measures such as expanding pre-primary education, improving digital and vocational learning, strengthening infrastructure, building teachers' capacity and ensuring rational deployment of human resources. The Government also highlighted the establishment of the Vidya Samiksha Kendra, a command-and-control centre made operational in September 2024 to support data-driven decision-making and improve educational outcomes. The department said these initiatives were being implemented through the UT CAPEX Budget and Samagra Shiksha, in line with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020. According to the figures shared in the reply, Class 10 enrolment stood at 1,45,671 in 2024-25 and 1,45,599 in 2025-26.
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Hyderabad: Social media accounts of several digital cartoonists have been restricted, with artists reporting that their handles were taken down following requests from the government. Prominent political cartoonist Satish Acharya, whose Instagram account was restricted, said the notice came after he posted cartoons on the Election Commission amid backlash against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. 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 .
101-page lawsuit alleges rape was mentioned in Cornell fraternity group chat
The Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University in Ithaca on Monday. - Heather Ainsworth/AP A former Cornell University student filed a lawsuit this month alleging she was drugged and gang raped inside a fraternity house in 2024, and the fresh scrutiny has prompted prosecutors to reopen the investigation . The 101-page lawsuit details disturbing allegations about what the woman, identified as Jane Doe, says unfolded inside Chi Phis frat house the night of October 19, 2024, and how the university and local prosecutors in Ithaca, New York, handled the case. Doe is accusing seven members of the frat of participating in the assault while she was unable to consent. The Tompkins County District Attorneys Office said Monday it reopened the case to seek a grand jury review after being asked by the community to revisit the decision whether to pursue criminal charges against the seven fraternity members. County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten said no criminal charges were initially filed because Doe had not provided police in 2024 with the same key allegations outlined in the new lawsuit. Does attorney says the information was promptly given to Cornell authorities, and the report was not materially different from what is contained in the (2026) complaint. The legal dispute, lack of criminal charges and universitys response has prompted fierce backlash and revived concerns about how schools respond to allegations of campus sexual assault. Heres what we know: Lawsuit alleges hours-long gang rape advertised in frat group text The complaint names more than a dozen defendants, including the seven fraternity members from 2024, Cornell University, and the Chi Phi fraternity. Allegations include negligence, breach of contract, sexual assault and battery, and violations of New Yorks Human Rights Law. CNN has sought comment from the Cornell University Police Department, the Chi Phi fraternity and others named in the lawsuit. The complaint says Doe was 20 years old and had been drinking at her sorority house and a bar before she arrived at the Chi Phi house to visit a friend, who was one of the fraternity members, on the night of October 19, 2024. According to the suit, Doe had already consumed about 10 standard drinks within the past three hours when she arrived at the fraternity house. The complaint alleges the friend and another fraternity member gave her more alcohol and pressured her into snorting a substance they described as ketamine, and that she was then sexually assaulted while incapable of consent. A third fraternity member eventually entered the room and also sexually assaulted her, the complaint alleges. At roughly 1:42 a.m., one of the men allegedly sent a message to the fraternitys Snapchat group chat a message titled Chi Phi Actives stating there was free p*ssy upstairs. By doing this, the suit alleges, one of the accused encouraged other chapter members to join in on the gang rape of plaintiff. A photo of a portion of the chat is included in the filing. Multiple fraternity members then entered the room, where one of the newcomers kissed her without her consent, and one of the first three men commanded her to take more ketamine and groped her, according to the complaint. The seven defendants in the complaint poured ketamine onto her body and snorted it, the complaint says. Eventually, five defendants left the room, and the remaining two men led her to a different room, where those two instructed her to take more ketamine and sexually assaulted her until about 5:45 a.m., the complaint says. An attorney for one of the accused fraternity brothers denied any wrongdoing by his client. Even the district attorneys office, led by a chief prosecutor with the duty to pursue justice and uphold the rule of law without bias or favor, filed no charges against (him) because what she alleged did not happen, attorney Jeremy Saland said in a statement to CNN. He said his client never sexually assaulted or even touched the plaintiff in any way. An attorney for a different student gave ABC News a statement acknowledging that student participated in the Snapchat conversation mentioned in the complaint but denying that he engaged in sexual activity. I did not participate in any sexual activity or drug use. I was not found responsible by Cornell for any of the accusations involving sexual activity and drug use for which others received serious consequences, the student said through his attorney. I thoughtlessly engaged in Snapchat and briefly stopped in the room where misconduct happened but not when it happened. CNN is working to determine if the other fraternity brothers have representation. District attorney says Does 2024 statement varies from new lawsuit unknown content item - The district attorney said the initial report Jane Doe made to university police differs significantly from the allegations in the lawsuit. Nothing in Does original statement indicated she was drugged without consent or had sex against her will, Van Houten said. According to the accusers statement, each time Jane Doe asked to stop the sexual conduct, the sexual conduct stopped. Van Houtens office has not released the full police report. CNN has asked Does attorney for a response to Van Houtens statement and for a copy of her complete 2024 police statement. During a contentious interview Monday, CNNs Jake Tapper pressed Van Houten on why there wasnt a more expansive investigation from law enforcement or the DAs office after the initial report was made in 2024. We cant change what happened in the past as much as the community is outraged, Van Houten said. My job under the New York State Constitution is to apply the penal law of New York state. We are constrained by that law. Whether you agree with it, whether you think someones conduct is morally repugnant or vulgar or disgusting. Im still constrained by the law. Van Houten acknowledged that the text message screen shots between the men were completely vulgar and disgusting, but they had nothing to do with her consent. Tapper asked when Van Houten got copies of the text messages, included in the complaint, that the fraternity brothers sent each other. Van Houten said that his team did not see the text messages evidence initially. They were not part of our initial analysis, but I understand that Cornell had them, and they sent them to our team, he said. Earlier, Does attorney, Thomas P. Giuffra said in a statement he believes the initial investigation was inadequate. It is challenging for me to understand how a thorough criminal investigation could have been conducted when she never spoke with anyone other than the officer who took her original complaint, Giuffra said. Other than her initial contact with Cornell police, she was not contacted by investigators from the Tompkins County District Attorneys Office or any investigators trained in interviewing rape survivors, Giuffra said. If the district attorneys office is now considering prosecution, I believe that it is a step in the right direction, albeit a late one. The Ithaca Police Department said Monday that it was disturbed to hear about the 2024 allegations. The department noted it learned about the alleged incident only recently through the media and said the incident was not reported to the agency. Students at the Cornell University campus in Ithaca, on April 11, 2023. - Bing Guan/Bloomberg/Getty Images Complaint faults Cornell for failing to discipline the accused Doe reported the incident to Cornell University police on November 8, 2024, the complaint says. Does attorney said Cornell expelled two of the seven accused students while the others received lesser punishment, including suspensions, workshops or written assignments. Cornell countered that claim Monday, saying there was a range of sanctions for the accused students, including suspensions and expulsions. But none of the individuals charged were offered the opportunity to write essays as a sole consequence of their involvement, the university said. In a September 21 statement, Cornell declined to confirm the individual disciplinary outcomes, citing federal student privacy law. The school said violations of university policy could lead to sanctions up to and including suspension or expulsion, adding, We will respond in detail through the legal process. The sanctions came after it conducted a formal Title IX investigation, separate from the criminal proceeding, and a panel of trained faculty and staff heard evidence over multiple days, the school said. The school also said it had closed the chapter of the Chi Phi fraternity, and that the chapter remains barred from campus. The lawsuit faults Cornell for failing to properly discipline after the assault, all the while sheltering them from speaking to law enforcement, and silencing victims. Cornells conduct was so outrageous, shocking, despicable, and contemptible that it exceeds the reasonable bounds of decency as measured by what the average member of the community would tolerate and demonstrates an utter disregard for the consequences that would follow, the lawsuit says. The complaint is seeking a jury trial to determine monetary damages. Cornell said Monday it supports the decision of the Tompkins County District Attorney (DA) to provide an opportunity for the victims story to be heard by a criminal grand jury. Any suggestion that the university did not impose consequential punishments for those involved is false, Cornell said in a release. A continuation of the false narrative that there were minimal consequences in this case is irresponsible, will make survivors feel less safe and supported, and will perpetuate the underreporting of sexual assault. A growing backlash and calls for accountability The lawsuit along with a lack of criminal charges and accusations of inadequate discipline has drawn a wave of outrage. Cornell student Hayden Watkins, executive vice president of the Student Assembly, said many students are talking about the allegations and the feeling on campus is pretty grim. I think a lot of people are upset about it knowing that it happened on campus, and truthfully I think a lot of people feel not enough was done, Watkins said. Ithaca Mayor Robert G. Cantelmo on Monday called for a pause on Cornell Universitys Greek life and student group gatherings. The mayor said on Instagram that the moratorium would be in place until such time that the University conducts an accounting of its protocols to prevent and prosecute crimes of sexual violence and publicly releases new standards and practices to keep our community safe. A Cornell spokesperson said the university shares the mayors interest in student well-being and safety, and that the university will work with him to address his concerns. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called the allegations horrifying, and said she supported the district attorneys decision to reopen the criminal investigation. No student should ever be left wondering whether the institutions meant to protect them will listen and act, she said in a release. She also called for outside counsel to conduct an independent review of the universitys response, saying there are serious questions about Cornells campus culture and its systems for prevention, reporting, and response. US Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Democrat from New York City, condemned what she described as a culture of rape at elite universities and institutions during a Sunday town hall in Ithaca. Those men posted in a group chat, Ocasio-Cortez said , referencing allegations in the lawsuit. That means it was normal to them, that means it was acceptable to them. This is a culture, this is norms, these are practices, and what we must do is understand that we cannot protect those spaces anymore. Actor Florence Pugh also posted an impassioned statement on Instagram Sunday, writing, Im no longer tired Im enraged by schools protecting boys, in fear of their futures being wrecked. What about the life that those girls then have to endure, with the knowledge that his reputation is more precious than her truth? she added. Pugh also addressed Doe directly, calling her so unbelievably powerful and so strong willed. Know that women everywhere are here to hold you and help you on your healing journey, she wrote. Help is available: For help in the US, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or chat 24/7 on online.rainn.org . CNNs Jeff Winter and Cindy Von Quednow contributed to this report. For more CNN news and newsletters create an account at CNN.com This article originally appeared on CNN at https://www.cnn.com/2026/09/29/us/cornell-university-rape-case-investigation-wwk
Maniesh Paul to host IIFA 2027 in Abu Dhabi; says I cant wait to be back on that stage
Maniesh Paul is set to return to the IIFA stage as host for the 27th edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards. Known for his energetic hosting style and ability to connect with live audiences, Maniesh will once again take charge of the entertainment on one of the most anticipated nights celebrating Indian cinema. The 27th edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards is scheduled to take place on January 22 and 23, 2027, at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. With the event bringing together leading names from the Indian film industry, Manieshs return as host adds to the anticipation around the upcoming celebration. Reflecting on his association with the international awards platform and his return to the IIFA stage, Maniesh Paul said, Hosting IIFA has been such a special part of my journey. I've had the privilege of being on this incredible stage multiple times, and every time IIFA comes around, that excitement and nervous energy is exactly the same. The live audience, the stars, the madness, the laughter, there's simply nothing quite like it. He went on to add, To be returning as host for the 27th edition, and especially to be back at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, feels incredibly special. IIFA has given me some unforgettable memories over the years, and I feel genuinely grateful to be a part of its journey. I can't wait to be back on that stage, share the madness with my co-host, celebrate our incredible cinema and create some more unforgettable IIFA memories. Maniesh Paul has been associated with IIFA as a host in the past, and his return continues his longstanding connection with the awards platform. His hosting is expected to bring a mix of live entertainment, humour and interaction to the two-day celebration. The 27th edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards will take place across January 22 and 23, 2027, at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The event will bring the Indian film fraternity together in Abu Dhabi for another edition of the global celebration of Indian cinema. Tickets for IIFA 2027 are already live. Those looking to attend the event can book their tickets through Etihadarena.ae and Platinumlist.net. Also Read: Happy birthday Maniesh Paul: 5 best fashion looks from the actors Instagram
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DA defends decision not to prosecute Cornell rape case in 2024
A New York state prosecutor has reopened a criminal investigation into an alleged gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity in 2024 after a civil lawsuit filed last week by the alleged victim drew national attention. In a lengthy statement released on Monday, Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten announced that he had started pursuing criminal charges against seven fraternity members and would present the case to a grand jury. He also sought to explain why he initially decided not to prosecute them. According to Van Houten, the woman identified in the civil lawsuit as Jane Doe did not say that she was drugged against her will or gang raped in her 2024 sworn statement to police. On the contrary, Jane Doe's statement described her participation in drug use and sexual conduct as voluntary, conscious, and consensual, Van Houten said. My office obviously did not and could not have based our November 2024 decision on the allegations in a civil lawsuit that would not be filed until nearly two years later. Cornell University issued a statement saying it supports the district attorney's decision to reopen the case while pushing back against claims that the school did not thoroughly punish those involved in the alleged assault following its own Title IX investigation. Any suggestion that the university did not impose consequential punishments for those involved is false, the university said. A continuation of the false narrative that there were minimal consequences in this case is irresponsible, will make survivors feel less safe and supported, and will perpetuate the underreporting of sexual assault. What does the lawsuit allege? The Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., is seen on Sept. 28. AP Photo/Heather Ainsworth On Sept. 14, Jane Doe filed a civil lawsuit against Cornell University and seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity, alleging that she was the victim of a gang rape at the fraternity house when she was incapable of consent and that the school failed to protect her from sexual predators on its campus. The defendants named in the lawsuit include Cornell, the seven fraternity members, the Chi Pi fraternity, the woman's own sorority, Delta Delta Delta, and an off-campus bar that allegedly served her alcohol. She is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages resulting from sustained psychological injuries, severe emotional distress, along with pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. According to her lawsuit, Jane Doe was a 20-year-old student at the school in October 2024 when she went to visit a friend at the fraternity house on Cornell's Ithaca, N.Y., campus while intoxicated. Shortly after arriving, Jane Doe alleged that she was pressured by two fraternity brothers into snorting what they said was ketamine before sexually assaulting her. One of the men then allegedly sent a message to the fraternity's Snapchat group chat suggesting that she was available for sex. According to the complaint, multiple other members of the fraternity showed up, and she was raped for hours. Van Houten told ABC News the Snapchat messages were disgusting and vulgar and immoral, but said they did not have any relevance to the issue of whether Jane Doe consented to what was happening. During the alleged assault, the fraternity members began pouring lines of Ketamine all over her body and snorting them, according to the complaint. At around 5:45 AM, this assault concluded and Plaintiff lost consciousness, the lawsuit stated. About three weeks later, on Nov. 8, 2024, Jane Doe reported the incident to the university's police department. What was Cornell's response? A student walks past a Cornell University sign in Ithaca, N.Y., on Sept. 28. AP Photo/Heather Ainsworth According to the lawsuit, the accused fraternity members were temporarily suspended while Cornell conducted a months-long Title IX investigation that included at least 12 hearings. According to the suit, the accused fraternity members were afforded the opportunity to mitigate their conduct by submitting essays to Cornell. Two of the seven accused fraternity members were ultimately expelled, while the others received lesser sanctions, according to the complaint. Jane Doe dropped out of school. Last week, Cornell issued a statement saying it is aware of a lawsuit concerning the deeply disturbing allegations of sexual assault involving members of the student community that occurred in 2024. The school said it concluded its Title IX investigation but would not disclose individual sanctions, citing federal privacy laws. The Cornell Office of Civil Rights and the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards investigated and adjudicated the allegations consistent with university policies. The Xi chapter ofChi Phifraternity remains barred from our campus, the statement said: Federal privacy law prohibits Cornell from disclosing specific information regarding individualstudents and we therefore are unable tomakea public statement on any other disciplinary response.Violations of university policies could lead to sanctions up to and including suspensionor expulsion.We will respondin detailthrough the legal process. The university also pointed out that it launched a task force on campus sexual assault in the wake of the incident and issued a report in March with recommendations for an environment that fosters sexual health and safety. Several of the recommendations have already beenimplemented, while others are in development with oversight by a university implementation committee, Cornell said. Reactions to the allegations Florence Pugh attends an event for Netflix's East of Eden in New York City on Sept. 27. Jason Mendez via Getty Images The lawsuit and its harrowing allegations prompted reactions from several celebrities, including Florence Pugh, who posted a lengthy response on Instagram calling for men to speak out against sexual violence. This is really the moment where we need our men to be as horrified and as sickened as us, Pugh wrote. You need to be leading conversations about how we change the allowance and complicity of this behaviour as much as we are. How can you expect us to trust that it's 'not all men' when in moments like this, many of you stay quiet? In an expletive-laden Instagram post , actor Josh Gad tore into Cornell, seizing on allegations in the civil lawsuit that the fraternity members were required to write essays as part of the adjudication process. When we start setting a precedent that our girls and women can be brutally raped, and the resulting disciplinary action is to hand out (checks notes) ESSAYS (like it's Bart Simpson being a lil' rascal), about why it was wrong to brutally violate an innocent girl, we have lost our f***ing minds, Gad wrote. Toby Morton, a former South Park writer, launched a website, TheCornell7.org , dedicated to holding the school and the accused fraternity members accountable. Accountability is coming, Morton wrote on Instagram . At a town hall in Ithaca, N.Y., Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a New York Democrat, said that the culture of rape, sexual assault and pedophilia is protected in elite institutions across the United States, including Cornell. Jane Doe, that survivor, lost her education because you cant stay in school when something like that happens to you, Ocasio-Cortez told the crowd . She had to lose her education, and those men were protected by an institution and granted an Ivy League degree as a reward. Never again. She also had a message to Jane Doe and other survivors of sexual assault. I want you to know that you are not defined by the things that have happened to you, Ocasio-Cortez said. You are bigger than that. You are stronger than them. And they will never define you for your entire life. And that you can achieve anything that you want to achieve, from one survivor to another. This article originally appeared on Yahoo News at https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/article/prosecutor-reopens-criminal-investigation-into-cornell-gang-rape-allegations-183826467.html
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Rajasthan police arrest four for misconduct with Israeli tourist in Ajmer
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 29 (IANS) Rajasthan Police have arrested four men after a video showing abusive language and objectionable comments directed at an Israeli female tourist at Kishangarh Dumping Yard went viral on social media, officials said on Tuesday. The Kishangarh Dumping Yard is a popular tourist attraction in Ajmer district. Taking suo motu cognisance of the viral video, Gandhinagar Police registered a case based on a report filed by Assistant Sub-Inspector Rajkumar and initiated an investigation. Following the incident, a police team was formed under Ajmer Range Inspector General of Police Dr Ravi and District Superintendent of Police Harshvardhan Agrawala. The operation was conducted under the supervision of Additional SP (Rural) Dr Lalchand Kayal and Kishangarh Circle Officer Dharmraj Chaudhary, and led by Gandhinagar SHO Anil Sharma. SP Harshvardhan Agrawala said the police team identified the four unidentified suspects through technical analysis and information received from a reliable informant. The accused were subsequently arrested in a police operation. They have been identified as Mohammad Furkhan, 25, Mohammad Anees, 21, Farhan, 24, and Akhtar Ali, 22, all residents of Kishangarh. Police said a separate FIR has been registered in connection with the incident and further investigation is underway. The arrested accused are being questioned about their alleged involvement in the incident and the circumstances surrounding the recording and circulation of the video. The accused told the investigators that the video is three years old but has now gone viral. Meanwhile, the Israeli tourist, in a message, said that she loves India and remained in the country for six months. She said she still wants to visit India despite the unpleasant incident. She thanked Rajasthan police for action taken against the miscreants. Ajmer Police said strict legal action would be taken against those found responsible for misconduct that affects the safety and dignity of tourists or disrupts law and order. The investigation is continuing.
Moscow: Russian Deputy FM, Indian Ambassador discuss Ukraine situation
Digital Desk | Moscow, Sep 29 (IANS) Ambassador of India to Russia, Vinay Kumar, on Tuesday called on country's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mikhail Galuzin in Moscow, as they held talks on current issues on the bilateral and international agenda along with an in-depth discussion on the situation surrounding Ukraine. According to a statement issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry, the Indian diplomat was briefed on Moscow's assessment of the current situation. The unacceptability of the Kyiv regime and its European sponsors' policy of obstructing a political and diplomatic settlement and promoting military escalation, including in the Azov-Black Sea region, was emphasised. Moscow's principled position on the need for a fair and sustainable resolution of the crisis by addressing its root causes, primarily related to the West's intention to inflict a 'strategic defeat' on Russia by using Ukraine as a tool, was emphasised, it read. The lively exchange of views took place in a friendly atmosphere, characteristic of Russian-Indian relations of a specially privileged strategic partnership, the Russian Foreign Ministry mentioned. Last week, India and Russia reaffirmed their commitment to he special and privileged strategic partnership during a meeting between External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said the two leaders exchanged views on several ongoing issues and reviewed the state of bilateral relations and cooperation within the BRICS grouping. The meeting took place as India and Russia continue to engage closely on strategic partnership, energy security, defence collaboration and multilateral coordination. Diplomatic observers said the interaction underlined New Delhis intent to maintain dialogue with Moscow even as global geopolitics remains unsettled by the Ukraine conflict and shifting alignments in the Indo-Pacific. India has consistently emphasised the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving disputes, while also balancing its ties with Western partners and traditional allies such as Russia. EAM Jaishankar and Lavrov have met regularly at international forums, including BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). Their discussions often cover regional security, trade, and cooperation in multilateral institutions. On September 17, Putin extended wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday and lauded his contribution to strengthening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Russias President Vladimir Putin sent a message to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly congratulating him on his birthday (September 17, 2026). The message reads, in part: 'You are rightly enjoying a deep respect from your compatriots and great authority on the global stage. It is impossible to overstate your personal contribution to strengthening the special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia, the Russian Embassy in India posted on Instagram. According to the statement, President Putin described his recent talks with PM Modi as substantive, frank and productive and said he is ready to continue cooperation between the two nations on bilateral and international issues. I would like to express my gratitude for the warm and cordial welcome and hospitality extended to me and the Russian delegation during my visit to New Delhi last week. The talks we held were undoubtedly substantive, frank, and productive. As always, it was a genuine pleasure to talk with you, and our discussions once again demonstrated your extraordinary political wisdom and foresight. We will, of course, continue our constructive cooperation on pressing bilateral and international issues for the benefit of our friendly nations, the Russian Embassy quoted President Putin as mentioning in the message. President Putin's warm message for PM Modi came after his recent visit to India for the 18th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi on September 12-13. During their meeting on September 11 on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, PM Modi had once again reiterated that dialogue and diplomacy was the way forward in resolving ongoing conflicts. /as
Bhumi Pednekar joins BDRF to aid flood-affected Bihar, appeals to citizens for support
Bhumi Satish Pednekkar has raised her voice once again to extend an appeal to citizens to support those affected by floods in Bihar. The actress took to her social media handle to share a video, highlighting the gravity of the situation in Bihar and how her collaboration with Bharat Disaster Relief Foundation (BDRF) is extending aid on the ground. Bihar mein picchle 45 dino se aise kayi ilaake hain jaha par abhi tak paani neeche nahi gaya hain. Itne saare parivaar hain jo sab kuch kho chuke hain. Unke paas koi zariya nahi hain ki wo apna khaan-peen, anaaj, kapde, auraton ke liye sanitation - bathroom nahi hainitne saare parivaar aur itni saari communities hain jo relief camps aur tents mein reh rahi hain, she says. Bhumi highlighted that this time too, she has collaborated with the BDRF team to provide relief to flood-struck Bihar. Iss waqt Bihar ko humari bahot zyada zaroorat hain, she says and urges citizens to unite once again to help those affected by the floods by extending support through any means possible. The actress attached the link in her bio through which citizens can extend help in improving the situation in Bihar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhumi Satish Pednekkar (@bhumisatishpednekkar) Also Read:From Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Deepika Padukone to Bhumi Pednekar: Bollywood actresses who turned heads at global fashion events
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Bollywood.AI and Hollywood.AI founder and CEO Sheeraz Hasan has responded to the legal claim made by actress Urvashi Rautelas team over the alleged unauthorized use of her name, images, and videos in connection with artificial intelligence. Recently, Urvashis team claimed that a Los Angeles-based AI company had allegedly used the actress identity and content without permission. The team said it was pursuing legal remedies and that damages were being assessed at Rs 7,000 crore. The development came after a viral interview with Urvashi, in which Bollywood. AI asked her about her views on Bollywood and artificial intelligence. During the interview, Urvashi said, Bollywood? I think artificial intelligence is something which is really, you know, which is like, you know, Bollywood is suffering with it. And I mean Bollywood is something which I love. So I love Bollywood. Responding to her comments, Hasan took to his Instagram handle and said that the words were not put in the actress mouth. He wrote, Urvashi, we didnt put those words in your mouth. I highly recommend you educate yourself about artificial intelligence and the future of Bollywoods entertainment business before giving an answer. Bollywood.AI and Hollywood.AI are the future of entertainment: AI movies, vertical dramas, and digital stars who never age, speak multiple languages, work 24/7 and have no egos. You can fight your answer, but you cant fight whats coming next embrace it: the evolution of the entertainment industry in Bollywood. The response comes as Urvashi Rautelas team continues to raise concerns over the alleged commercial use of the actress name, image and likeness through AI. In a statement, her team said, Their business has allegedly generated billions of dollars in value by using Urvashis name, images and videos without authorization. We are pursuing appropriate legal remedies, including damages currently being assessed at 7,000 crore against the Los Angeles-based company. Build your AI (artificial intelligence) company. Build your brand. But keep Urvashis name out of your business unless you have permission. Team Urvashi Rautela.
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Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 29 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday announced its list of 10 candidates for the upcoming Legislative Council elections 2026 for two states Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The elections are scheduled in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar for the Graduate and Teachers' constituencies on October 23. In Uttar Pradesh, a total of 11 seats, comprising Graduate and Teachers' constituencies, are set to go to the polls next month. BJP announced names of six candidates on Tuesday, covering the constituencies namely Varanasi, Jhansi, Meerut, Agra, and Gorakhpur regions. It has fielded nominees Kedar Nath Singh from Varanasi Graduate, Dinesh Goyal from Meerut Graduate, Ashok Kumar Rathore from Allahabad-Jhansi Graduate, Dr Pramod Mishra from Varanasi Teachers', Engineer Hari Kishore Tiwari from Agra Teachers', and Dhruv Tripathi from Gorakhpur-Faizabad Teachers' constituency. The MLC election in Uttar Pradesh is being held as a direct contest between the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the BJP, with both taking to electioneering. Akhilesh Yadav-led SP has announced names of all 11 of its candidates for the MLC elections. The SP chief, declaring the list while speaking to the media in Lucknow on Monday, sought support for his party's candidates. Notably, the notification for the Legislative Council (MLC) elections in Uttar Pradesh was issued on Tuesday. The deadline for filing nominations is October 6, and the scrutiny of nomination papers will take place on October 7. Candidates may withdraw their nominations until October 9; voting will take place on October 23. The results for Uttar Pradesh MLC elections will be announced on October 27. In Bihar, the MLC elections are slated for eight seatsfour Graduate constituencies and four Teachers' constituencies. They include Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Kosi Graduates, and Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Saran Teachers. While announcing UP MLC candidates on Tuesday, BJP also released the names of its candidates for four Bihar Legislative Council seats for the upcoming biennial elections.
Highlights Aishwarya Rai and Bridgerton star Simone Ashley reunited at Paris Fashion Week The pair shared a warm greeting and were later seen holding hands at the event Fans praised their friendship, with some calling their interaction sisterly The two stars also shared a sweet moment at Paris Fashion Week last year Aishwarya Rai returned to Paris Fashion Week as a LOral Paris ambassador , but her reunion with Bridgerton star Simone Ashley quickly became another talking point. The pair were spotted together at the latest edition of Le Dfil LOral Paris, where they shared an affectionate greeting before sitting together. Aishwarya and Simone share another Paris moment In a video circulating online, Aishwarya greeted Simone with kisses before taking a seat beside her. The pair were dressed in black and were seen chatting and holding hands. She walked the ramp in a black velvet gown with a cape and debuted a striking red hair colour Getty Images They later posed for a photo together before appearing side by side during the final walk, where they once again held hands. The interaction prompted plenty of reactions from fans online. Some described the pair as having sisterly vibes, while others praised Aishwarya for appearing so happy around Simone. One fan wrote that it was a girls girl moment, while another called it one of their favourite moments from the event. Their friendship goes back to last year This is not the first time Aishwarya and Simone have shared a memorable moment at Paris Fashion Week. Last year, the pair posed for a playful selfie together, which Simone later shared on Instagram. The picture also drew an enthusiastic response from fans. Aishwarya has represented LOral Paris for many years and regularly attends major international fashion and beauty events for the brand. For this years show, she walked the ramp in a black velvet gown with a cape and debuted a striking red hair colour. Stylist Mohit Rai shared a picture of her look from the event, writing: They said express your worth and we said queen. This is not the first time Aishwarya and Simone have shared a memorable moment at Paris Fashion Week Getty Images Aishwarya was last seen on the big screen in Mani Ratnams Ponniyin Selvan: II in 2023. The historical drama also starred Vikram, Ravi Mohan, Karthi, Trisha Krishnan and Sobhita Dhulipala. Aishwarya has represented LOral Paris for many years Getty Images The actor has not announced her next film since then, but she has continued to make appearances at international fashion events and walk the ramp.
Reality show star Siwet Tomar has broken his silence following his sudden eviction from Rise & Fall Season 2. His exit came after a heated confrontation with politician and commentator Shehzad Poonawalla during the third episode, which quickly escalated and left Shehzads clothes torn. Taking to Instagram, Siwet shared a video message denying that he [] The post Siwet Tomar Says He Didnt Hit Shehzad Poonawalla, Claims He Was Provoked for 15-20 Mins appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Urvashi Rautelas team claims legal action over alleged AI exploitation of actress identity
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress Urvashi Rautelas team has claimed that it is pursuing legal action against a Los Angeles-based artificial intelligence company over the alleged unauthorized use of her name, images, and videos. According to a statement issued by the actress team, the company allegedly used Urvashis identity and content without obtaining permission. The team said it is pursuing appropriate legal remedies, with damages currently being assessed at Rs 7,000 crore. The team also stressed that any commercial use of the actress name, image or likeness should be carried out only with proper authorization. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, Urvashis team said, Their business has allegedly generated billions of dollars in value by using Urvashis name, images and videos without authorization. We are pursuing appropriate legal remedies, including damages currently being assessed at 7,000 crore against the Los Angeles-based company. Build your AI (artificial intelligence) company. Build your brand. But keep Urvashis name out of your business unless you have permission. Team Urvashi Rautela. Taking to Instagram, they also shared a note that read, We are pursuing appropriate legal remedies, including damages currently being assessed at 7,000 crore against the Los Angeles-based company. Their business has allegedly generated billions of dollars in value by using Urvashis name, images & videos without authorization. Recently, actor Salman Khan also raised concerns over the misuse of artificial intelligence during an episode of Bigg Boss 20.' The actor spoke about the growing use of AI and the concerns surrounding the unauthorized use of peoples images and identities through the technology. The Sultan actor said, Someone made an AI video, or did AI voice dubbing; that is wrong. AI has progressed so much that it's very scary. It's a very serious thing. You said something, and someone used AI to edit it and kisi ko gali bakdi. You know what they're doing? AI videos bana rahe hain yeh. Bahut saare logon ke. And even I am there in the AI video.
Ram Gopal Varma poses with Sandeep Reddy Vanga; shares he Sprite of the Spirit caption
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Television actress Surbhi Chandna took a walk down memory lane as she shared glimpses from her first-ever girls holiday abroad. She recalled her fun-filled days in Amsterdam and Bruges. Taking to Instagram, Surbhi shared a series of throwback pictures giving a peek into her memorable getaway. From exploring the cities on foot and enjoying coffee and Dutch cheese sandwiches to indulging in Belgian chocolates, canal cruises and relaxing in parks, the Naagin actress recalled the many experiences from the holiday. Adding a playful touch to her post, Surbhi mentioned having some more secret fun sans the husband during the getaway. Sharing the memories, the Ishqbaaaz actress wrote, A little throwback to my first-ever girls trip abroad Amsterdam & Bruges, where every day meant endless walks, strong coffee, Dutch cheese sandwiches, Belgian chocolates, too much Prosecco, Churos, Canal Cruises, Lazing in the parks and some more Secret Fun sans the Husband. She also joked about the delay in getting her visa, saying, The visa may have arrived late, missed half my trip but the memories arrived right on time. The pictures showed Surbhi striking solo poses against beautiful backdrops, along with glimpses of her culinary delights. She was seen enjoying pasta, pizza, sandwiches and coffee while exploring the city and soaking in the sights. Surbhi Chandna often gives a glimpse into both her personal and professional life through social media. A few days ago, the Sanjivani actress shared pictures and videos from her Ganpati celebrations, including moments from the Modak bhog and visarjan ceremony. Along with the post, Surbhi penned an emotional note as she bid farewell to Bappa. She also shared that she was already looking forward to welcoming Lord Ganesha back next year. Bappa Modak Bhog Visarjan Celebrations Visits everything Gannu Pa Comes to an end today Tu Chala Jayegaaa Aaj And back to waiting for Next year celebrations already Mumbai will miss you Bappaaa, wrote Surbhi.
Vidya Balan reunites with R. Balki for new Tamil film, shares BTS picture
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Padma Shri and the National Award-winning actress Vidya Balan, who was recently seen in the period film Raja Shivaji, is set to reunite with filmmaker R. Balki for a new Tamil film. The yet-to-be-titled film marks their first collaboration after 17 years. They earlier worked together on Paa which was released in 2009. On Tuesday, the actress took to the Stories section of her Instagram, and shared 2 pictures of herself. The first picture is a monochromatic picture, and shows her seated on a couch. She wrote on the picture, A quiet moment before the madness begins. The 2nd picture shows her with a script in hand, sporting spectacles and a long braid. She wrote on the picture, New Beginnings #NewTamilFilm with #RBalki. While Vidya has kept details of the project under wraps, her post appears to confirm that she has begun work on the Tamil film. The new project has also sparked curiosity, particularly as it brings her together with Balki once again. The two previously collaborated on Paa, making this their first film together since the 2009 release. The film is another addition to the actress solid line-up. She will be seen as Kantha in the Rajinikanth-starrer Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on October 15, 2026, with Sun Pictures officially listing Vidya Balan among the cast. The actress will also reunite with Akshay Kumar in an upcoming untitled comedy directed by Anees Bazmee. The film also stars Raashii Khanna and is slated to release in cinemas on December 4, 2026. The makers have already wrapped a Kerala schedule of the film.
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Trumps ODD HANDSHAKE With GOP Chairs Wife Sydney Gruters Sets Internet Ablaze
Donald Trumps bizarre handshake with GOP Chair Joe Gruters wife Sydney Gruters has sparked a fresh social-media storm after a photo from the Presidents Cup appeared to show the presidents index finger extending beyond her wrist. The unusual hand placement quickly became the focus of online reactions, with users asking, Whats with the finger down the wrist thing? and calling it an odd handshake, while others dissected the viral image in typically blunt fashion. The photo was shared by Joe Gruters in an Instagram birthday tribute to Sydney, who is running for Congress in Florida.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress and model Cara Delevingne shared a glimpse from Patient Zero and thanked Grammy-winner Taylor Swift for having her be part of her genius storytelling, calling it a moment that captured what friends are for. Delevingne took to Instagram, where she shared a string of scenes from the making of Patient Zero and also a screenshot of a fan deciphering her surname on X, formerly called Twitter. It read: From the vineyard = Cara Delevingne The surname Delevingne is of Old French origin, literally translating to from the vine or of the vineyard SOLVED IT Taking to the caption section: Love from the Vineyard thank you for having me be a part of your genius storytelling @taylorswift thats what friends are for Swift unveiled the music video of Patient Zero starring alongside with Johnson, Collin Farrell and a cameo from Cara Delevingne, during the 2026 VMAs on September 28. The video brings to life Swifts vision of two women with a shared romantic flame, with one ultimately passing on wisdom after dealing with her now-former beau. Farrell plays the man in question while Johnson and Swift essay his lovers. Delevingne won Model of the Year at the British Fashion Awards in 2012 and 2014. She started her acting career with a minor role in the 2012 film adaptation of Anna Karenina by Joe Wright. Her notable film roles include Margo Roth Spiegelman in the romantic mystery film Paper Towns, the Enchantress in the comic book film Suicide Squad and Laureline in Luc Besson's Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets She was last seen in Club Kid, a comedy-drama film written, directed, and starring Jordan Firstman, in his feature directorial debut. It also stars Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Colleen Camp, Vicki Pepperdine, Nigil Whyte, Eldar Isgandarov, Saturn Risin9, Miss Benny, Alaska Riley, Diego Calva, and Reggie Absolom.
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actor Kathir, whose performance in director Mari Selvaraj's cult classic 'Pariyaerum Perumal' came in for critical acclaim, on Tuesday penned a note of gratitude as the immensely successful film completed eight years. Taking to his Instagram page to pen a note of gratitude to the makers of the film on the occasion of the film completing eight years, Kathir wrote, #Pariyerumperumal Some journeys never really leave you. This film, the people, the memories and everything we went through while making it still hold such a special place in my heart. He went on to say, Every year, I look back and feel grateful for how far that journey took us and how much it still means to me today.. Love you & Thank you @mariselvaraj84 na @ranjithpa na @musicsanthosh sir @sridhardop @officialkayalanandhi #Karuppi @neelam_productions @lingesh_actor_ #SelvarajAppa and each one who put their sweat, heart and soul to the film. He ended the note saying, Eight years, and it still feels special. Ace director Mari Selvaraj too penned a note to mark the completion of eight years of his debut film. He wrote, Overwhelmed to celebrate 8 years of my first!! #PariyerumPerumalBaBl. For the unaware, director Mari Selvaraj's 'Pariyaerum Perumal' was a hard hitting film that showcased the inconsiderate and inhuman manner in which people of some communities treat people of other communities which they presume to be lower than theirs. The film, which featured Kathir and Kayal Anandhi in the lead, had music by Santhosh Narayanan. It had cinematography by Sridhar and editing by R K Selva. Apart from Kathir and Kayal Anandhi, the film also featured Yogi Babu, Karate Venkatesh and Marimuthu among others. The film was produced by director Pa Ranjith's Neelam Productions. The film came in for praise for the honest and accurate manner in which it showed how caste played a role in society. The film highlighted everything -- from honour killings to the deplorable and inhuman levels some people could stoop to to establish their so called superiority. The film not only came in for critical acclaim but emerged a huge winner at the box office.
India, US set to advance bilateral trade pact during Piyush Goyal visit
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) As India and the US aim to advance negotiations on a balanced and mutually beneficial Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal's engagement with the US Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer is being seen as key to achieve the trade deal faster. India wants domestic exporters to receive a tariff advantage over competing economies rather than simply a lower headline tariff. Goyal will attend the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on September 30 and October 1 at the invitation of the USTR. According to an official statement, the two sides will work toward finalising an interim trade deal in line with the joint statement issued by India and the United States on February 7, 2026. During the discussions, India is expected to advocate for a rules-based, open, inclusive, transparent, equitable and non-discriminatory global trading framework, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core. Earlier this month, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said that the proposed India-US trade deal has been more or less finalised, with the two countries now working on a framework to provide preferential market access before formally signing the agreement at an appropriate time. Agrawal said the two countries need to establish a mechanism that ensures preferential access to each others markets under the proposed agreement. He explained that India largely operates under most-favoured-nation (MFN) tariffs, while the US is currently using executive tariffs, making it necessary to develop an architecture that creates tariff differentials and provides preferential access for Indian businesses. Meanwhile, Goyal would also hold a series of bilateral engagements in the US, aimed at strengthening trade and investment ties. The discussions are expected to focus on creating greater opportunities for farmers, fishermen, women entrepreneurs, startups, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and other businesses. Apart from official meetings, Goyal is scheduled to interact with senior executives of leading American companies in sectors such as manufacturing, consumer goods, agribusiness, retail and technology in Milwaukee and Chicago.
Sunny Leone grooves to marfa with Hyderabadis, watch viral video
Hyderabad: When the Marfa beats drop, standing still is hardly an option! Sunny Leone got a taste of that energy during an event in Hyderabad, where she joined the celebrations as Ali Merchant played his Hyderabadi Marfa mix. Ali shared a video of the moment on Instagram, showing Sunny enjoying the music in a sparkling 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 .
Teja Sajja marks his reality-hosting debut with Telugu adaptation of The Traitors
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actor Teja Sajja is set to make his debut as a reality show host with The Traitors Telugu,' the Telugu adaptation of the popular international reality franchise. Prime Video has announced that the show will premiere on October 15. The series will bring together 20 personalities from different backgrounds, who will take part in a game built around trust, deception and betrayal. Taking to Instagram, the makers shared a video featuring Teja and captioned it as Droham, Drama, Dhamaka. Meeru Ready ah? #TheTraitorsTeluguOnPrime, New Reality Series with New Episodes Every Thursday, Oct 15. In the video, he could be heard saying, Everyone in the world is good till they get a chance to betray for love, for power, for war, or for victory. Eras may change, reasons may differ, but betrayal never changes. Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals, Prime Video (SVOD) and Amazon MGM Studios India, shared, The Traitors Telugu is a truly exciting and disruptive show in the unscripted space with its focus on mind games and strategy that creates deep engagement. He added, Following two highly successful seasons in Hindi, we are delighted to expand this franchise into Telugu. Teja Sajja is an exciting choice to lead this edition, and his charisma, spontaneity, and natural connection with audiences brings a distinct flavor to the show. We look forward to The Traitors Telugu further expanding the franchises reach, and resonating with audiences in India and globally. Fazila Allana, Partner and Co-Founder, SOL Productions stated, Bringing The Traitors to Telugu is a particularly exciting opportunity for us, because the format gives us the canvas to tell a universal storyof trust, ambition, relationships, and betrayalwhile allowing us to bring in the unique personality and cultural flavor of Telugu entertainment. We wanted to create a world that feels both grand and immersive, but at its heart, remains deeply rooted in the people and personalities playing the game. Were incredibly proud of what we have created with Prime Video and look forward to audiences debating, guessing, and choosing their favorites as the game unfolds. The 10-episode gripping series will stream across four weeks, with new episodes dropping every Thursday. Hosted by Teja Sajja, the series brings together 20 personalities from different walks of life. The Traitors Telugu will stream in Telugu, with English subtitles, across four weeks, on Prime Video.
'It Feels Like We Are Playing At Home,' Says Deepti On Special UP Warriorz Bond
UP Warriorz: UP Warriorz all-rounder Deepti Sharma has underlined the unique bond she shares with the franchise, saying her roots in Uttar Pradesh and the support from the local crowd give her added motivation to perform in the Womens Premier League (WPL). With the five franchises having finalised their retention lists ahead of the 2027 player auction in Kochi on October 28, Deepti reflected on what playing for a team representing her home state means to her. As a player, I always think about how I can stay level-headed, and that mindset pushes me to keep improving. It feels like a great opportunity for me because I belong to UP, from Agra and playing for the UP Warriorz makes that connection special. It gives me extra motivation to perform. When the WPL family comes to watch, it becomes even more enjoyable. The crowd supports us, and it feels like we are playing at home. That kind of backing gives you confidence on the field. I want to contribute as much as I can for this team and make the fans proud, Deepti told JioStar. Deepti has also embraced the responsibility of finishing innings for Warriorz, a role that requires her to assess the situation quickly and remain composed when the pressure is at its highest. The finishers are the ones who close out the game at the end and, I have been given that role with the bat for the UP Warriorz in whatever matches I have played, right from the start. So, I always think that whatever position I bat at or however many balls I face, I must finish the job. And whatever total is on the board, that stays in my mind. I know how many balls are left and I must get the team to that total. If I stay calm and back my skills, I know I can get the job done. When we think like this during the innings, we learn a lot from that experience. Every match teaches you something new about handling pressure and finishing games, she added. Deeptis comments come as Warriorz prepare to reshape their squad after two successive seasons at the bottom of the WPL standings. The franchise has released several prominent overseas and domestic players, including Deandra Dottin, Chloe Tryon, Amy Jones, Asha Sobhana, Shweta Sehrawat and Kiran Navgire. The overhaul leaves Warriorz with an opportunity to rebuild their squad at the auction, where all five teams will seek to fill the vacant slots on October 28. Each franchise can have a maximum of 18 players. Deeptis comments come as Warriorz prepare to reshape their squad after two successive seasons at the bottom of the WPL standings. The franchise has released several prominent overseas and domestic players, including Deandra Dottin, Chloe Tryon, Amy Jones, Asha Sobhana, Shweta Sehrawat and Kiran Navgire. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Bigg Boss 20 contestant Uditi Singh recently opened up about her past relationship with actor Karan Wahi and what eventually led to its end. During a conversation with ScoutOp, Uditi described the breakup as an important turning point in her life and said she later realised that it had worked in her favour. Mere liye breakup was really a blessing in disguise, Uditi said, while reflecting on how her personal and professional life changed after the relationship ended. Uditi Singh recalls frequent clashes with ex Talking about the relationship, Uditi revealed that differences in their everyday lives became a source of repeated disagreements. She recalled that the couple had adopted a Golden Retriever named Noah during the lockdown, but taking care of their pet eventually became one of the reasons they fought. Uske le ke bahut ladaiyan hui, she said, referring to the disagreements surrounding their pet. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Wahi (@karanwahi) Uditi also spoke about their contrasting approaches to cleanliness. According to her, they had very different expectations when it came to maintaining their surroundings, which added to the tension in their relationship. Mere tareeke alag safai ke, uske alag, she said. Uditi says she felt demotivated Uditi further claimed that their age difference also influenced the dynamics of their relationship. She alleged that her former partner would sometimes adopt a dominant approach towards her and make comments that left her feeling discouraged. Recalling some of the remarks she heard, Uditi said, Aap nahi kar paoge, aapko nahi aata. She summed up how the dynamic affected her by saying, Partner hi demotivate kar raha hai. Uditi Singh and Karan Wahis reported relationship Uditi Singh and Karan Wahi were reportedly in a relationship from around 2019, although the two did not publicly confirm their romance initially. During a recent episode of Bigg Boss 20, Uditi spoke about how they first connected. According to Uditi, she had messaged Karan on Instagram regarding a restaurant in London. The two eventually met when Karan was visiting the city and stayed in touch for around two months before their relationship began. Their romance became public in January 2020, when Karan shared a picture with Uditi on social media and spoke about their relationship. Also Read:Bigg Boss 20: Gullu chooses 80% ration and restores Uditi Singh and Kanika Manns lifelines; everyone except Arishfa Khan and Aasif Khan nominated
The physical altercation between Siwet Tomar and Shehzad Poonawalla in Rise And Fall Season 2 has continued to draw attention after Siwet was ejected from the show. Following the incident, Shehzads team stated on social media, addressing the events and defending his conduct during the confrontation. Rise And Fall Season 2 premiered on September 26, 2026. The clash took place during the Ultimate Ruler race in the Penthouse, after tensions between the two contestants had already been building. During the race, the Rulers were asked to identify the contestant they considered the weakest decision-maker. Several contestants named Siwet, resulting in him being eliminated from that particular race. Siwet subsequently used his remaining power to name Shehzad as the weakest decision-maker. The situation escalated later when Shehzad questioned Siwet about his interaction with Swara Bhasker. Siwet had earlier said that he would not speak to Swara following her comments surrounding Rajput women and the Padmaavat Jauhar scene. Shehzad questioned the apparent contradiction, leading to an argument between the two. The confrontation eventually turned physical, with Siwet grabbing Shehzad by the neck and pushing him down. Shehzad was left injured, with his clothes also torn during the altercation. Siwet was subsequently ejected from the show. Shehzads team issues statement Following the incident, Shehzads team shared a statement on social media, highlighting what they described as the contestants decision to remain composed despite being subjected to verbal provocation before the confrontation. The statement read, THEY ABUSED HIM, HE WAS SILENT THEY MOCKED HIM, HE WAS SILENT THEN THEY HIT HIM, HE WAS SILENT. The statement further read, Shehzad lost his father when he was just a child. His mother is growing older, and he doesnt share an easy relationship with his brother because of their ideological differences. He came to the show to play, work and earn his livelihood, yet you chose to abuse and attack him physically from behind. Concluding the note, they wrote, Even when you provoked him with your words, Shehzad chose to respond with maturity and treated everyone with respect. That says more about you than it ever could about him. People are watching. You can abuse him, try to silence him or push him down but you cannot defeat his spirit. He will rise again, every single day, stronger than before. Thank you to everyone for this overwhelming love and support Jai Hind! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shehzad Poonawalla (@shehzadpoonawalla) Swara Bhasker and Karan Patel react The altercation also led to a reaction from fellow contestants Swara Bhasker and Karan Patel. Both contestants walked out in protest, arguing that Shehzad had also provoked Siwet during the confrontation and questioning the decision to punish only Siwet. However, the latest precap showed both Karan and Swara still present in the show, while Siwet appeared to be absent following his ejection. Rise And Fall Season 2 features contestants competing across the Penthouse and Basement, with the game built around power, strategy and shifting alliances. The new episodes stream daily at 12 PM on MX Player and Amazon Prime Video. Also Read:Rise And Fall Season 2: Siwet Tomar eliminated after physical fight with Shehzad Poonawalla
Kareena Kapoor Khan celebrated her niece Inaaya Naumi Kemmus 9th birthday with a series of heartwarming family moments. Inaaya, daughter of Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Kemmu, turned nine, and Kareena marked the occasion by sharing a short Instagram carousel featuring the birthday girl with her cousins and grandmother Sharmila Tagore. Alongside the pictures, Kareena penned a warm birthday message for Inaaya. She wrote, Happy birthday Innaya, you beautiful princess We love you Have the best day and the coolest dance party ever today. The carousel offered a glimpse into the close-knit family bond shared by the cousins. One of the pictures featured Inaaya and her cousin Taimur Ali Khan playing outdoors. Inaaya was seen wearing a princess crown while exploring and playing, while Taimur appeared to be upset or caught mid-cry, making the candid childhood moment all the more relatable. Kareena shares sweet family moments Another frame featured Inaaya with Kareena and her cousins Taimur and Jeh Ali Khan. The family picture had a casual, candid feel, capturing the children together in a playful family moment. Kareena also included a particularly warm picture of Inaaya and Taimur sharing kisses with their grandmother Sharmila Tagore. The affectionate frame captured the bond between the veteran actor and her grandchildren. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) Soha Ali Khan reacts to the birthday post Soha Ali Khan also joined the comments section of Kareenas post, reacting to the candid picture of the cousins. Referring to the first image, in which Taimur appeared visibly upset while Inaaya continued playing, Soha wrote, This first picture Kareena and Soha are sisters-in-law, with Kareena married to Saif Ali Khan and Soha married to Kunal Kemmu. Their children, Taimur, Jeh and Inaaya, have often been seen sharing family moments, giving fans occasional glimpses of their bond. Also Read:World Tourism Day 2026: Planning your next holiday? Take cues from Kareena Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and more
Lindsay Lohan, Henry Golding begin work on new film Return to You
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actors Lindsay Lohan and Henry Golding have teamed up for the upcoming film Return to You, which is now in production. A collaboration post between Lohan and Netflix shared on Instagram mentioned that the upcoming film is set in 2008. The emotional drama follows a powerful yet lonely attorney who mistakenly receives a deeply personal DVD from a dying woman, addressed to her husband, setting her on an unexpected journey to find him. The caption on the collaborative post read: Lindsay Lohan and Henry Golding star in RETURN TO YOU, now in production! Set in 2008, a powerful but lonely attorney mistakenly receives a very emotional DVD from a dying woman addressed to her husband. Guided only by the clues on the disc, she sets out to find him, she wrote. Lohan gained early recognition as a child actress on the soap operas Guiding Light in 1993 and Another World. Her breakthrough role came with the dual role of reunited identical twins in the 1998 comedy film The Parent Trap. She later appeared in Get A Clue and Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen. It was in 2021, when Lohan announced her engagement to financier Shammas after three years of dating. The next year, a representative confirmed Lohan and Shammas were married after she called him her husband on her Instagram birthday post. In 2023, she gave birth to their son in Dubai, where she has resided since 2014. She was last seen on screen in the 2025 film Freakier Friday directed by Nisha Ganatra.It is the sequel to Freaky Friday and is the fifth film in the Freaky Friday franchise. It stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Julia Butters, Sophia Hammons, Manny Jacinto, and Mark Harmon. In the film, Anna and Tess Coleman swap bodies with Anna's daughter Harper and stepdaughter Lily, respectively.
Kusha Kapila calls working with Sheeba Chaddha a masterclass on Likhe Jo Khat Tujhe
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress and content creator Kusha Kapila has praised veteran actress Sheeba Chaddha. She described the experience of working with her in the upcoming project Likhe Jo Khat Tujhe as a masterclass. Ahead of the show's premiere, Kusha shared, Working on Likhe Jo Khat Tujhe has been a meaningful journey and an important milestone as I explore this storytelling format on Instagram. Collaborating with an actor of Sheeba ji's caliber is a masterclass in itself; sharing screen space with someone with her expanse of experience and watching her bring authenticity and emotional depth to every single frame has elevated this project. This series is close to our hearts because it explores how two women, caught in the middle of their own chaos, can become anchors for each other. It's a story about finding your way back to yourself through the most unexpected connections, she added. Kusha is exploring a new way of storytelling with her upcoming Instagram series, Likhe Jo Khat Tujhe. The series is the first Instagram project from her brand Underneat and is produced by Tulsea and Versis. The project, which is set to release soon, explores themes of human connection, healing and self-discovery. A Tulsea Original, the series has been created & written by Namrata Wadhwani and directed by Raashi Priya Nahata. It is produced by Tulsea & Versis Entertainment, executive produced by Moonwalk Motion Pictures. Before Likhe Jo Khat Tujhe, Kusha Kapila had worked on the YouTube short film Vyarth. The film focused on the struggles of typecasting in the entertainment industry through the story of an underrated actress named Bhumi. This experience helped Kusha explore emotional and character-based stories, which she brings to her new Instagram series. The 14-episode Tulsea Original series revolves around an unusual pen-pal relationship between two women dealing with emotional struggles. The story begins when one woman sends a letter to an old friend, but it accidentally reaches the tenant currently living in that house.
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) A legal statement on behalf of Bigg Boss 20 contestant Rhiti Tiwari, daughter of BJP MP Manoj Tiwari, and her mother, Pratima Pandey, has been issued denying claims made by a man identifying himself as her step-father, with a public notice describing the allegations as false, baseless and defamatory. According to the public notice dated September 28, the individual identified as Ekam Bawa, also referred to as Parminder Kumar Bawa and Ekam Bains, has allegedly been publicly claiming that he is the step-father of Rhiti Tiwari and the legally wedded husband of Pratima Pandey. The notice, issued under the instructions of Pratima Pandey and Rhiti Tiwari, categorically denies the claims and states that Ekam Bawa holds no such legal status or relationship. It further alleges that his statements, videos and social media posts concerning Rhiti, her mother and their family are false and defamatory and were made with an alleged intention to harm their reputation. The notice went on to state that serious legal action, civil and criminal, has been initiated against him. It also calls upon media houses, publishers, platforms and channels to immediately remove any content carrying or repeating the alleged claims and to carry the public notice in its place. The notice further asks media organisations to seek documentary proof and independently verify any facts concerning the family through the issuing office before publishing or broadcasting statements made by the individual. The legal notice states that republication of the alleged false and defamatory content may make the publisher liable to appropriate legal action. On September 28, Rhiti's team reacted to alleged ex-stepfather Ekam Bawa's torture claims. Rhiti's team shared a statement on her official Instagram Stories. Calling the claims made by Ekam 'false', they urged the media to verify the facts before reporting anything. They further shared that they have initiated the necessary legal action against Bawa. The statement read, We are disappointed to see false claims made by #EkamBawa against Rhiti Tiwari and her family being carried across various media platforms. Rhiti is currently inside the #BiggBoss20 house and can't respond to these allegations herself (sic). We request the media to please verify facts before amplifying such defamatory claims and give the family a fair chance to be heard. Necessary legal action has been initiated against #EkamBawa in relation to these allegations, the statement concluded.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress Raveena Tandon shared a reflective note on life, loss and the importance of cherishing loved ones. Taking to Instagram, the Mohra actress spoke about how some chapters of life eventually come to an end, leaving behind memories and lessons. Some days some chapters close, memories are left behind. Losing loved ones is an eventuality. We have to accept, she wrote. The actress also shared her thoughts on the different struggles people go through in life, saying she prays for those facing battles to overcome them. When I hear stories of different lives and their battles, I pray they overcome victoriously, but everyone has to serve what they came here for, learn, earn your good karma and then leave, she added. Concluding her note on a hopeful message, Raveena urged people to make the most of their time and relationships. Till then live and love like never before. Tandon also shared pictures of herself in an elegant white suit. She struck different poses for the camera. Meanwhile, Raveena Tandon recently appeared on the semi-finale episode of Indias Best Dancer Season 5, where she opened up about the demanding work schedules of actresses in the 1990s. She recalled how she and Karisma Kapoor would juggle multiple film projects and shooting locations in a single day. Reflecting on the hectic pace of work during that era, Raveena said that she and Karisma were among the actresses who would often work for what felt like more than 24 hours a day. Raveena admitted that the hectic routine could become so overwhelming that they sometimes even lost track of the characters they were portraying. Reflecting on the hustle of that era, she shared, 90s mein I think do hi heroines thi jo literally 24 ghante mein 36 ghante kaam karte the. Ek Lolo ji hain aur ek main hoon. Aur 6 different productions ke 6 sets pe alag alag ek din mein hum shooting karte the. Do ghante idhar, dedh ghante udhar, teen ghante idhar toh chaar ghante udhar. Hume pata bhi nahi ki hum kaunse character mein hain. Beyond a point, hum bhool jaate the ki joh bhi bola gaya hai woh karo. Uss samay humko kahan rich spoiled brat', ek hi role tha 6 sets pe. (In the 90s, I think there were only two actresses who literally worked 36 hours in a 24-hour day. One was Lolo ji and the other was me. We would shoot for six different productions on six different sets in a single day. Two hours here, one and a half hours there, three hours at another set and then four hours somewhere else. At times, we didnt even know which character we were playing. After a point, we would forget everything and simply do whatever we were told. Back then, there was no such thing as a rich spoiled bratit was the same role across all six sets.)
Elizabeth Hurley shares joy of hand-picking apples from her neglected orchard
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress Elizabeth Hurley shared a glimpse of her countryside life as she shared the results of her familys efforts to revive an ancient, neglected orchard, sharing that crates of hand-picked apples were on their way to a local juice presser. Hurley took to Instagram, where she shared a picture of herself dressed in a crimson red T-shirt paired with denims. The actress was seen holding a few apples and standing next to baskets full of freshly picked fruit. Hurley wrote: I have an ancient, neglected orchard which I finally started to work on this summer. It still needs tons of work but heres the results of this years effort, all hand picked by me and my family. Hurley added: Crates on the way to a local juice presser and cant wait to get my juice. Apparently I get x10 bottles per crate #home #country #apple #local. She is best-known film roles are Vanessa Kensington in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery and as the Devil in Bedazzled. Her television roles include the original series The Royals and Morgan le Fay in Runaways, based on the Marvel Comics series. She portrayed Diana Payne on the fifth season of original series Gossip Girl. Her first role in a big budget film was in Passenger 57. In 1994, Hurley accompanied Hugh Grant to the London premiere of his film Four Weddings and a Funeral. The actress was last seen in the 2024 film Strictly Confidential, a British thriller film written and directed by Damian Hurley in his directorial debut and starring his mother Elizabeth Hurley, Georgia Lock, Lauren McQueen, Freddie Thorp, Genevieve Gaunt, Pear Chiravara, Llyrio Boateng, and Max Parker. In television, her last work was in Breaking Bear, an adult animated dark comedy crime television series created by Julien Nitzberg for Tubi. Featuring the voices of Brendan Fraser, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Annie Murphy, Elizabeth Hurley and Josh Gad, it parodies mobster films and other crime fiction, including the television series Breaking Bad.
Ranbir Kapoor celebrated his birthday on September 28, 2026, with wishes pouring in from family, friends and fans. Among the most personal messages came from his wife Alia Bhatt and mother Neetu Singh, who marked the actors special day with glimpses of their bond. Alia shared a carousel of six photographs on Instagram, captioning it simply, HBD cutie. The first photograph featured Alia and Ranbir sitting together on a patterned armchair in a room filled with plants. Ranbir, dressed in a black tank top, was seen sitting in Alias lap as the two looked at each other. The intimate frame captured a relaxed moment between the couple away from the spotlight. Another photograph showed Ranbir sitting at a restaurant table, dressed in a navy sweater and cap, while Alia appeared in the foreground. A third image appeared to be a vacation or street moment photographed from above, with Ranbir looking up at the camera in a sleeveless grey hoodie, Yankees cap, sunglasses, jeans and boots. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt (@aliaabhatt) The carousel also included a glimpse of Ranbir as a new father. In the photograph, he was seen sitting on a maroon leather chair while holding daughter Raha as a baby. Alia covered Rahas face with a pink flower sticker, keeping their daughters privacy intact while sharing the family moment. The remaining pictures included a more styled photograph of Alia and Ranbir, with Alia dressed in an ivory embroidered gown and Ranbir in a black suit, along with a close-up selfie of the couple. The final image brought the carousel back to a more casual and personal mood. Neetu Singh shares birthday wish for Ranbir Neetu Singh also marked her sons birthday with a special message. Sharing a picture with Ranbir on her Instagram Story, the veteran actor wrote, Happy happy to you Rana / you are mine and I feel blessed. On the work front, Ranbir Kapoor has a busy line-up ahead. He is set to appear in the first part of Nitesh Tiwari and Namit Malhotras Ramayana, which is scheduled to release in Diwali 2026. The ambitious two-part project also stars Sai Pallavi and Yash, with the second instalment scheduled to arrive in Diwali 2027. Ranbir will also reunite with Alia Bhatt after Brahmastra for Sanjay Leela Bhansalis Love & War. The period drama, which also stars Vicky Kaushal, is scheduled for release on January 21, 2027. Also Read:Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama: Ramayana makers unveil BTS glimpse on actors birthday
Michael Urie marks 20 years of Ugly Betty: Couldnt have asked for a more perfect big break
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actor Michael Urie, who played the much-loved character of Marc St. James in Ugly Betty, marked the shows 20th anniversary with a tribute, calling it his perfect big break. Urie took to Instagram, where he shared a string of images from the sets of Ugly Betty. He went on to share that the best part is he gets to talk about it all so much because people remember the show and still love it. Happy twentieth birthday, Ugly Betty! Two decades ago, the world met Betty Suarez, her beautiful family, and her unlikely coworkers, he wrote as the caption. He added: I couldnt have asked for a more perfect big break - the lifelong friendships and pride I carry with me from this job overwhelm me. The best part is, I get to talk about it all so much because people remember the show and still love it. Thank you to Silvio Horta for bringing us all together. What a time! Ugly Betty, which is a comedy-drama television series, aired from September 2006 to April 2010. The series was developed by Silvio Horta. It is based on the Colombian telenovela Yo soy Betty, la fea. The series follows Betty Suarez, a smart and well-meaning young woman from Queens, New York, who lacks fashion sense but secures a job at a high-end fashion magazine, Mode. As she navigates a glamorous but cutthroat industry, Betty challenges stereotypes and expectations while advancing her career and maintaining close ties to her family. The show stars America Ferrera as Betty, alongside Eric Mabius, Vanessa Williams, Ana Ortiz, Tony Plana, Michael Urie, and Becki Newton. A Hindi adaptation of the show, titled Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin, was made in India. It stars Mona Singh, Apurva Agnihotri, Rakshanda Khan, Parmeet Sethi and Gaurav Gera among many others. The show follows Jassi, an average-looking girl, lands up a job a leading fashion agency headed by Armaan Suri. Though brilliant, she faces several challenges at her workplace.
Jennifer Aniston offers rare peek into relationship with Jim Curtis
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Shake down middlemen, not common citizens, to finance drought aid: Shiv Sena(UBT) in 'Saamana'
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) In a sharp critique of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnaviss recent appeal urging citizens to cut back on personal celebrations and donate their savings towards drought relief, the Shiv Sena(UBT) on Tuesday questioned the state administrations intent and priorities. Terming the governments approach picking pennies from empty pockets, the Thackeray camp in an editorial in the party's mouthpiece, 'Samaana', asserted that asking a financially strained public to fund disaster management is both insensitive and inadequate. The editorial drew attention to the escalating agrarian crisis across Maharashtra, noting that four farmers had died by suicide within a span of just two days across Parbhani, Yavatmal, Solapur, and Hingoli districts due to severe drought-induced debt and hardship. It warned that without immediate, direct state assistance, drought-affected areas risk turning into graveyards, placing the entire responsibility for sustaining these communities squarely on the shoulders of the Chief Minister and his administration. Directly challenging CM Fadnavis, the Thackeray camp stated that instead of asking common citizens -- who are already grappling with inflation and economic stress -- to cut down on small family functions like weddings and naming ceremonies, the government should crack down on internal corruption, kickbacks, and contractor commissions. The editorial pointed to alleged financial irregularities in various state infrastructure initiatives, citing the controversial coastal land sales in the Konkan region and heavy fund flows around the Shaktipeeth Expressway. It further claimed that public funds are routinely diverted to favour contractors, urging the Chief Minister to curb these leakages to generate drought relief capital rather than asking the public to scrimp. The state government has become a government of commission-agents and contractors. There is looting everywhere. Inventing unnecessary projects to divert the treasury to contractors and warm one's own pockets -- even if the Chief Minister stops this loot, it will benefit the drought-affected, remarked the Thackeray camp. Taking aim at political rivalries and horse-trading allegations, the editorial called on the ruling alliance to redirect political expenditures towards rural distress. It suggested that funds allegedly set aside for political defection and electioneering be diverted immediately to help affected farmers. Furthermore, the editorial proposed several key measures for the government to generate substantial drought funds. It called upon the government to ensure pending instalments meant for political allies are transferred directly into drought relief funds and mandate substantial contributions from major Mumbai builders, Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) developers, and senior bureaucrats whose revenues remain high. The editorial urged the state government to request an allocation of Rs 2,000 crore to Rs 4,000 crore from the unutilised balance in the PM CARES Fund to support Maharashtras agricultural sector. The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, in conclusion, emphasised that symbolic donations from ministers, such as giving up a single months official salary, amount to empty gestures given the vast resources controlled by ruling politicians. It urged the leadership to demonstrate true courage by shaking down the thriving nexus of corrupt officials, contractors, and political middlemen to secure genuine relief for the states 11 crore citizens.
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Salma Hayek celebrates 20 years of Ugly Betty: Latino community stood behind this show
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Salma Hayek marked the 20th anniversary of the hit series Ugly Betty, celebrating America Ferreras iconic character Betty Suarez and reflecting on the shows impact on representation of the Latino community on American television. Salma took to Instagram, where she shared a string of scenes from the comedy-drama television series, which aired from September 2006 to April 2010. In the caption, she wrote about how Ferreras character, Betty Suarez, walked into 16 million peoples lives and how the Latino community stood behind the show. Twenty years ago today, Betty Suarez walked into Mode and 16 million people were watching The Latino community stood behind this show from the very first night, and it changed what was possible on American television, Salma wrote in the caption. Salma said she is proud of the actress and the ones who made the show. America Ferrera was Betty. So proud of her, and of everyone who made this show @americaferrera #UglyBetty. Ugly Betty is an American comedy-drama television series developed by Silvio Horta. It is based on the Colombian telenovela Yo soy Betty, la fea. The series follows Betty Suarez, a smart and well-meaning young woman from Queens, New York, who lacks fashion sense but secures a job at a high-end fashion magazine, Mode. As she navigates a glamorous but cutthroat industry, Betty challenges stereotypes and expectations while advancing her career and maintaining close ties to her family. The show stars America Ferrera as Betty, alongside Eric Mabius, Vanessa Williams, Ana Ortiz, Tony Plana, Michael Urie, and Becki Newton. A Hindi adaptation of the show, titled Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin, was made in India. It stars Mona Singh, Apurva Agnihotri, Rakshanda Khan, Parmeet Sethi and Gaurav Gera among many others. The show follows Jassi, an average-looking girl, lands up a job a leading fashion agency headed by Armaan Suri. Though brilliant, she faces several challenges at her workplace.
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The island that is disappearing: India's race to build a reef before the sea wins
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