Ranbir Kapoor revisits childhood memories of Diwali celebrations at R.K. Studio
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming epic Ramayana, recently recollected his fondest childhood memories of Diwali celebrations at the iconic R.K. Studio. The actor recently appeared on the latest episode of the quiz-based reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati, hosted by megastar Amitabh Bachchan. He recalled his childhood Diwali traditions during a festive special episode of the show. Talking about the same, Ranbir Kapoor shared, Diwali ka matlab khushiyan hain... bachpan se jo Diwali hoti thi, pehle hum R.K. Studio jaate the, wahan ek Lakshmi puja karte the, phir hum meri dadi Shri Krishna Kapoor ko milne jaate the, woh hume mithai deti thi, mujhe paise deti thi jo bahut saare paise the (Diwali means happiness... Since childhood, our Diwali celebrations would begin with us going to R.K. Studios, where we would perform Lakshmi Puja. Then we would go to meet my grandmother, Shri Krishna Kapoor. She would give us sweets and give me money, a lot of money). He further mentioned that after returning home, the family would perform Lakshmi Puja, while his father would step outside to light firecrackers. He added, Jaa ke ghar mein Lakshmi puja karke, papa bahar kuch pataake jalate the, aur phir hum sath mein khana kha ke so jaate the, and this was a perfect Diwali for us (After going home and performing Lakshmi Puja, Papa would go outside and light some firecrackers, and then we would eat together and go to sleep, and this was a perfect Diwali for us). Describing those moments as his idea of a perfect Diwali, Ranbir said the simple family traditions had made the festival particularly memorable for him. Kaun Banega Crorepati airs on Sony Entertainment Television. The studio was established by the legendary filmmaker Raj Kapoor in 1948 in Mumbais Chembur, and became a landmark of Hindi cinema, hosting the production of classics such as Awaara, Shree 420, Bobby and Satyam Shivam Sundaram. On September 16, 2017, a major fire broke out on the sets of the television show Super Dancer. The Kapoor family decided to sell it. In May 2019, Godrej Properties acquired the 2.2-acre site for an undisclosed amount.
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Tiger Shroff firing case: 11 accused remanded in police custody till Nov 6
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Orry dresses like Poo, Kareena Kapoor
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PM Modi to inaugurate forest eco-trail in Gujarat's Ekta Nagar on October 31
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Ektaa Kapoor marks 25 years of 'Kasautii Zindagii Kay': The show the whole world connected to
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) It has been 25 years since the romantic television series, 'Kasautii Zindagii Kay' first aired on television on 29 October 2001. Marking the milestone, the television mogul, Ektaa Kapoor shared a video of some precious moments from the memorable show on her official account, with the title track, 'Kyuki chahat ke safar me' playing in the background. Ektaa even asked the netizens if she should use 'Kyuki chahat ke safar me' as the title of her upcoming projects. She wrote on her official Instagram handle, 25 years of the show the whole world connected to. 25 years of love ! 25 years of Prerna . The lover that everyone wanted ! 25 years of Komolika the vamp that no one forgot. 25 years of the original green flag Anurag. 25 years of the most angst ridden lover, our very own George Clooney . Rishab Bajaj. 25 years of a love story that no one forgot. Kyuki chahat ke safar me .. hey guys actually that could be a tittle !!! You think we should have a tittle like Chahat Ke Safar Me ? Tell me ! (sic) As Ektaa's post took several users down memory lane, one of them commented, Loved this show so so much ! This pairing and everything about the show Another one shared, Shows will come and goo but kasautii will remain eternal always @shweta.tiwari no one can replace her as prerna the ogg always. Please phir se ye serial wapas lao mare Bachpan ka serial hai bahut yad aata hai Ekta mam please yah serial dekhne ke liye Ham dusron ke ghar mein TV dekhne jaate the hamare ghar mein use Time tv nahin tha aaj hamare ghar mein hain lekin yah serial nahin Hai yah log nahin Hai Star Plus To Hai Star Plus Ham Bachpan se dekh rahe hain Ekta mam ke har serial ko. (Please bring this serial back again. It is my childhood serial and I miss it a lot. Ekta mam, please, use to go to others' houses to watch this serial because we didn't have a TV at home back then. Now we have one at home, but this serial is not on. Those people are not there, Star Plus is there, and we've been watching every serial of Ekta mam since childhood), read the third comment.
Tiger Shroff Firing: 11 Accused In Police Custody
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Meenakshi Shinde resigns as Thane Shiv Sena womens wing chief amid allegations
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Changes Suggested for Indias Playing XI
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Mumbai Indians Part Ways with Lasith Malinga Ahead of IPL 2027
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Sensex climbs over 900 points, Nifty tops 22,900 on FMCG, PSU bank rally
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Benchmark equity indices traded higher on Thursday, supported by strong buying in FMCG and public sector banking stocks, while broader markets also remained in positive territory. At the closing bell, the Sensex snapped the two-day losing streak and jumped 905.01 points, or 1.24 per cent to end Thursday's session at 74,151. The Nifty followed suit as the index surged 237.90 points, or 1.05 per cent to settle at 22,936.75. Commenting on Nifty technical outlook, experts said that the index has strongly reclaimed its 20-day moving average (20-DMA), accompanied by a consolidation breakout on the daily chart, indicating improving price structure. Although 23,000 remains an immediate hurdle, the current setup suggests a high probability of the index moving towards its previous swing high of 23,175, market watchers stated. As long as Nifty sustains above its 20-DMA and the crucial support zone of 22,800, the short-term outlook remains positive, with resistance at 23,175, analysts noted. The rally was led by defensive and banking shares, with the Nifty Realty and Nifty FMCG index emerging as the top sectoral performer, rising 2.75 per cent and 2.34 per cent. The Nifty PSU Bank index also witnessed strong buying interest and advanced 2.20 per cent. In contrast, auto stocks underperformed the broader market. The Nifty Auto index slipped 0.24 per cent, making it one of the few sectoral indices to trade in the red during the session. Market breadth remained positive, with broader indices extending gains alongside the benchmarks. The Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 indices rose nearly 1 per cent each. Meanwhile, the rupee traded in a range with marginal strength of around 0.04 per cent at 95.25, following the US Federal Reserves decision to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.75 per cent4 per cent. The rupee is expected to remain range-bound, with a near-term range of 94.7595.75, analysts stated.
Mumbai Indians Opt For Complete Revamp, Part Ways With Lasith Malinga Ahead Of IPL 2027
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Mumbai Indians part ways with Lasith Malinga, Paras Mhambrey, and Carl Hopkinson ahead of IPL 2027
In a major development, five-time IPL (Indian Premier League) champions Mumbai Indians recently came forward and announced that the franchise will be parting ways with Lasith Malinga, Paras Mhambrey and Carl Hopkinson, and the trio...
IPL 2027: Mumbai Indians Part Ways With Malinga, Mhambrey And Hopkinson
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Malinga, Mhambrey And Hopkinson Leave Mumbai Indians Mens Coaching Staff Ahead Of IPL 2027
The Sri Lankan: Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday announced that bowling coaches Lasith Malinga, Paras Mhambrey and fielding coach Carl Hopkinson will be leaving the mens team set-up. The announcement comes days after Kieron Pollard took over as the sides new head coach after Mahela Jayawardene departed. Mumbai Indians extend their heartfelt gratitude to Lasith, Paras and Carl for their contributions to the team and the wider MI family. Their commitment, the relationships they have built and the memories they have helped create will always be part of our journey. We wish each of them the very best in their future endeavours, the franchise said in a statement on Thursday. The departures mark the end of a long association for Malinga, regarded as one of the most iconic figures in MIs history. The Sri Lankan fast bowling great led the franchises bowling attack during four of its IPL title wins and the 2011 Champions League T20 triumph before returning as a mentor and coach. Malinga had returned to Mumbai Indians as a fast-bowling coach ahead of IPL 2024 and took over from Shane Bond, who had held the role for nine seasons. After retiring in 2021, he spent two seasons as Rajasthan Royals' fast-bowling coach. It was Malingas second stint in MIs support staff having served as mentor in 2018 before returning to the field the following year to share the new ball with Jasprit Bumrah as the side won their fourth IPL title. Mhambrey, the former India pacer, served the franchise across two spells, first from 2010 to 2017 and again ahead of the 2025 season. Mhambrey was Indias bowling coach from November 2021 to July 2024, a stint that included the T20 World Cup triumph in the West Indies. It was Malingas second stint in MIs support staff having served as mentor in 2018 before returning to the field the following year to share the new ball with Jasprit Bumrah as the side won their fourth IPL title. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Educated voters rejected BJP: Raut on Maharashtra council polls
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Jio Platforms celebrated its stock market debut at the National Stock Exchange in Mumbai, where Mukesh Ambani's grandchildren stole the show with their charming behavior. Their playful moments quickly became internet sensations, receiving a flood of comments from online users. The event showcased not only their playful nature but also how Mukesh and Nita Ambani navigated the joyful chaos with incredible patience and affection, highlighting their expanding family bonds.
Mumbai Indians part ways with Malinga, Mhambrey and Hopkinson; end of an era for Sri Lankan legend
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit launched a fresh attack on veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah over the latter's recent remarks against the government, alleging that the actors conduct has gone berserk and claiming that he needs medical help. Reacting to Naseeruddin Shahs recent video in which he wore a badge reading Dimagi Naxal and criticised the government, Ashoke questioned the actors language, conduct and political views. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Ashoke Pandit said, I am not surprised and I am not shocked because since last year or so, Naseeruddin Shah has become a constant abuser. He has lost all manners, he has lost etiquettes, he behaves like a, you know, a ruffian. I think the way he talks in front of the camera and talks to people, addresses people, it's not only about the Prime Minister. He added, His conduct has gone berserk. His behaviour has gone berserk. You know, even goons don't behave like this, and he is supposed to be an educated person. I don't know whether he is really educated or not. Because his entire mannerisms, his entire language which he uses, it sounds of frustration. He further exoressing his sheer disappointment, stated, It sounds of loss of balance of mind. So, I think, I am very sure that this man needs medical help. He is not normal because the way he talks, the way he expresses his face is full of anger, and I can understand why he is frustrated. Frustrated because of the kind of films which they didn't like, those films are working. They are troubled with films like Kerala Story working. They are troubled with films like Kashmir Files working. They are troubled with films like Dhurandar working. So, they have become insecure! These people belong to an art kind of cinema which I am nothing against. But because all their habits have been negated by the system, people have started thinking more modernly. He further added, People have started becoming more acceptable as far as subjects are concerned, as far as films are concerned, as far as art is concerned. So, the change in the mindset of people, the country, especially after Narendra Modi has taken over, is making them feel insecure. So yes, Mr. NaseeruddinShah, you belong to a tukdukde gang. I am telling you to your face. Yes, Mr. Naseeruddin Shah, you belong to an urban naxal gang and you are an urban naxal because without any reason you have been abusing people left, right and centre. He added, You have abused Anupam Kher, you have abused Shah Rukh Khan, you have abused Amitabh Bachchan. You have abused so many people including Mr. Subhash Ghai. So, for you, I think that you believe that you are perfect. So, that's why this also is a psychological problem. You please get yourself checked. You please get yourself treated. I think that will, you know, help you. Otherwise, things are going to go from bad to worse. The filmmaker further said, I really thought that I should not react to it. But things are getting more, you know, beyond limits. That you are abusing a political party. You are, your activism is one-sided. Talking about Bengal elections, Ashoke said, Mr. Naseeruddin Shah, you were saying that BJP has won Bengal elections. That's troubling you. You know, have you ever thought about it? Have you ever, you know, criticised or condemned the genocide of Hindus in Bengal? Are you aware of that? You must be 100% aware of it. But you are not talking about it. He highlighted, The way Hindus in Bengal had to migrate to Assam, and there were lakhs of people. So, people were tired. I am telling you the reason why BJP won. People were tired because of dictatorship and anti-Hindu, anti-India reaction or entire body language or decisions made by the Mamta government. Temples were not allowed. It was a total anti-Hindu government, anti-India government. So, that's why people threw them out. That is the reason which I would like to tell you. So, please, get yourself treated. If any substance you are using, please stop that and you will be fine. For the uninitiated, Ashoke Pandits remarks have come after Naseeruddin Shah shared a video on social media where he wore a badge reading Dimagi Naxal and criticised the government over its handling of student protests. The veteran actor referred to labels such as anti-national and tukde-tukde gang while questioning the treatment of students and the state of democracy in the country. In the video, he was also seen drawing parallels with earlier protests at Jawaharlal Nehru University and referred to the ongoing demonstrations at Jamia Millia Islamia. His use of the Dimagi Naxal label has triggered a fresh political debate, with many public figures reacting to his remarks.
Pune techie dies by suicide after alleged social media blackmail, 2 arrested
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Archana Puran Singhs son Ayushmaan Sethi gets engaged
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Actors Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi's son Ayushmaan Sethi has gotten engaged to Samiksha Shetty. Sharing the exciting news on social media on Thursday, the couple dropped a joint post with some glimpses of the dreamy proposal. The photos show the exact moment when Ayushmaan popped the big question. The picturesque moment has the lovebirds standing on a cliff with a bright blue sky in the background. From Samiksha flaunting the beautiful engagement ring to Ayushmaan giving a peck on the cheek to his ladylove, the post is full of romantic moments of the newly engaged. Ayushmaan and Samiksha are currently vacationing in Capri, Italy. Of all the places in the world, of all the lives we couldve lived, somehow we found each other. And wed choose each other every single time. Heres to every lifetime together (red heart, ring, and evil eye emojis) (sic), read the caption on the post. As these two announced their engagement, many from the fraternity congratulated them in the comment section. Actress Kubbra Sait wrote, Excuse me Ill just SCREAAAAAM AGAAAAAINNNN and come back for more!!!! OUR GIRL IS TAKEN congrats. Rhea Chakraborty penned, Mine, followed by a red heart emoji. Shibani Akhtar added, Congrats darling this is amazing. Many others, such as Rakul Singh, Sumona Chakravarti, and Anshula Kapoor, also congratulated the happy couple. Speculations around Aryamaan and Shamiksha being in a relationship have been doing the rounds for some time now. In the now popular family blog Samiksha is often seen spending time with them. Meanwhile, Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi's other son, Aaryamann Sethi, has also made his relationship with actor Yogita Bihani official. Samiksha, Ayushmaan, Yogita and Aaryamann have been frequently captured in the vlogs enjoying each other's company in London, UK.
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Janhvi Kapoor reveals wedding plans after confirming relationship with Shikhar Pahariya
Highlights Janhvi Kapoor confirmed she is dating Shikhar Pahariya on Koffee With Karan season nine. The actor said she does not plan to marry for another two to three years. Janhvi opened up about the Peddi controversy and admitted she continues to feel ashamed about the experience. Janhvi Kapoor has confirmed her relationship with Shikhar Pahariya and shared when she hopes to get married. The actor made the revelations while appearing alongside Varun Dhawan on Koffee With Karan season nine. Hosted by Karan Johar, the episode featured candid conversations about relationships, family, career experiences and the controversy surrounding Janhvi's portrayal in Peddi . Janhvi Kapoor confirms relationship with Shikhar Pahariya When Karan asked Janhvi whether she was officially dating Shikhar, she confirmed that they were together. The actor explained that she had often wondered why people were reluctant to speak openly about their relationships. Although she did not want to share too much about her personal life because of nazar , she felt there was no need to be overly secretive either. Janhvi also spoke about Shikhar's support following the death of her mother, actor Sridevi. Although they were not dating at the time, Shikhar took half a semester off from college and stayed in Mumbai, even moving into a friend's house, so he could be there if she needed him. Describing him as dependable, she said, He's a solid stand-up guy. Varun added that he felt closer to Shikhar than Janhvi. When does Janhvi Kapoor plan to get married? During the conversation, Karan asked Janhvi when she planned to tie the knot. The actor replied that marriage was not on the cards for another two to three years. She also reflected on how she and Shikhar had supported each other through their respective breakups with other people. But we managed with each other even through our own separate breakups with other people. We are good at managing, she said. Her comments offered a glimpse into the history of their relationship and the support they had shared through different phases of their lives. Janhvi Kapoor reflects on the Peddi controversy The episode also addressed the controversy surrounding Janhvi's portrayal in Peddi . She revealed that Karan had helped her navigate the difficult period but admitted that the experience continued to trouble her. Reflecting on how her character was presented, Janhvi acknowledged that she could have been more vigilant and done more to raise her concerns. I think that shame I'll always carry with me, she said. Describing the experience as violating, she agreed that the portrayal involved extreme objectification and raised concerns about how sexual assault was depicted in the narrative. Janhvi added that she hoped the experience would encourage filmmakers to think more carefully about how women are represented on screen. I come from a place of privilege. I should have taken advantage of that, she said. Elsewhere in the episode, Varun discussed his fallout with Karan, revealing that the filmmaker had stopped speaking to him and Janhvi after a disagreement involving film release dates. The trio eventually reconciled, with Varun claiming he had helped bring them back together. Janhvi also offered a pointed piece of dating advice to Shikhar's brother, Veer Pahariya, telling him, Never take her to a concert. The remark appeared to refer to the much-discussed incident involving Veer, Tara Sutaria and singer AP Dhillon at a concert last year.
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Just a trailer: Congress warns Maha CM Fadnavis after defeating BJP in RSS bastion
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) The Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis following the party's victory in the high-stakes Nagpur Graduates' Constituency election, where the Congress retained the seat. The fiercely contested election concluded after a grueling counting process that spanned over 45 hours. Congress candidate Abhijit Wanjari emerged victorious, defeating BJPs Sudhakar Kohale by a margin of 3,271 votes. Wanjari secured 67,231 votes against Kohales 63,960. The defeat is widely seen as a major setback for the BJP, particularly given that Nagpur is considered the political stronghold of both Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, who had both campaigned vigorously for the BJP candidate. Following initial trends, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had shared a post targeting the Congress party over Legislative Council election results across states. Echoing the sentiment, CM Fadnavis posted a taunt on social media, mocking Congress for allegedly failing to secure a single seat. However, once the final results from Nagpur turned the tide in favour of the Congress, Fadnavis promptly deleted the post. Reacting to the development, the Maharashtra Congress took to 'X' to mock the Chief Minister. By deleting the post, Fadnavis has once again lived up to the legacy of Savarkar. Acting as though he had struck a major blow before the final results were even out, Fadnavis posted prematurely. However, that very arrow rebounded and hit him in the chest! Ultimately, he was forced to delete the post,emarked the Congress. The party added a stern warning. Fadnavis ji, scared already? This is just a trailer! In 2029, the people of Maharashtra will dismantle your political dominance in a way that will make you remember today's post. All the best, Fadnavis ji! Get ready for the next jolt. The political row also drew a sharp counter-offensive from the Congress against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had questioned how many seats the Congress managed to win across 28 Legislative Council seats in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, and Karnatakaelections conducted via ballot papers. Senior Congress leader and MP Pawan Khera challenged the Prime Minister directly. If Narendra Modi firmly believes that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) have no impact on election outcomes, he should stop playing with words and prove the BJP's electoral strength through action by holding the upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly elections using ballot papers, Khera stated. Additionally, the Congress party has reiterated its demands to stay the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) program of electoral rolls, reinstate the 13 crore voters allegedly removed through irregular procedures, and take action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
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WPL: 'Picking players at base price shows how hard our scouts work, says Jhulan Goswami
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Mumbai Indians bowling coach and mentor Jhulan Goswami has credited the franchises scouting team for identifying emerging talent after they signed six uncapped Indian players at the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction, saying the process of tracking potential recruits continues throughout the year. Mumbai Indians entered Wednesdays auction in Kochi with the lowest purse of Rs 90 lakh and completed their squad by signing six uncapped players, including Shweta Sehrawat, Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar, Bharti Rawal, Saanika Chalke and Akshita Bhagat. Whatever players we picked at their base price this time, they have that ability, and they have been performing quite well consistently for their state teams. Picking several players at base prices shows how hard our scouting team is working. And scouting is a round-the-clock process since you have to follow matches, irrespective of whether they are happening in India or outside India. And because of them, it becomes easy for us when we come to the auction table, knowing who our targets are, Jhulan told Jio Star. She also highlighted the importance of assessing a players mentality alongside performances while selecting talent for the franchise. Our job as a coach is to look at young players who score runs on a regular basis in domestic cricket, take wickets, bat at a good strike rate, and win matches for their team. The most important thing is: do they have that winning mindset? Because performances can be up and down, but you must have that mindset with which you can take the team ahead and make the team win, she said. Delhi-based Shweta, who was retained by UP Warriorz in 2026, attracted a bidding contest between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals before being signed by MI for Rs 20 lakh, double her base price. Jhulan said the Mumbai Indians had made a strong effort to sign India batter Kiran Navgire but had to withdraw from the bidding after reaching their financial limit. We tried our best and went as far as we could for Kiran Navgire, but unfortunately, we didnt get her. And thats how the auction dynamics work. She is an impactful player. So, we definitely expected quite a few teams to go after her. But at the same time, we had other options. Thankfully, we got most of the players we wanted. So, yeah, the auction was very good, and we are all very happy, she said. Mumbai Indians made an early bid for Navgire but pulled out at Rs 70 lakh, with Delhi Capitals eventually signing the batter for Rs 75 lakh. Jhulan added that the franchise managed to secure almost all its preferred targets despite the limited budget, with Shweta being the exception among its Indian domestic recruits in terms of price expectations. I think, more or less, 95 to 97 per cent of the players we had targeted, we got them, except Kiran Navgire. We didnt get her. But we knew it was going to be a challenge. We didnt have the budget to go further than what we did. But all the other Indian domestic players that we had targeted, we more or less got all of them at their best prices, except Shweta Sehrawat. So, yeah, we are very happy with the auction, she said. We came into this auction with the lowest purse of Rs 90 lakhs, so we had to plan and prepare, keeping that challenge and accordingly different options in mind. And when you face challenging situations, your best performance comes out, both on the cricket field and off the field, Jhulan added. The 2027 WPL season is scheduled to be played from January 14 to February 7, with venues yet to be announced.
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A man responsible for a hand grenade attack in Punjab was arrested in a village, in Faridabad. He is said to have links with Pakistan's intelligence agency ISI and police are now investigating him.
Jonita Gandhi bids adieu grandmother with heartfelt post
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Playback singer Jonita Gandhi, who is known for songs like Gilehriyaan, What Jhumka, Dil Ka Telephone, has paid a tribute to her grandmother, Satwant Kaur Gandhi. On Thursday, the singer took to her Instagram, and shared a series of pictures and video remembering her late grandmother. The pictures and videos feature her grandmother through different stage of her fulfilling life. She also penned a long note in the caption, as she spoke about her grandmother, and her terrific personality. She wrote, Life is so strange. How someone can be so full of life one moment, and suddenly just gone. I still cant get her voice out of my head. The warmest soul with nothing but kindness (and a little mischief) in her heart. She taught us how to live in the present and be happy regardless of the circumstances. Her laughter, her hilarious one-liners, the things she would say without even realizing how funny she was. Savage, in the most honest and pure way. I keep replaying all the little moments, and somehow, even through the sadness, she still manages to make me laugh. Thats how I know shell live on forever. My pyaari dadi ma love you and miss you so much, she added. Members of the music and film fraternity took to the comments section, and offered their condolences to the grieving singer. Actress Kubbra Sait wrote, The full life. Sorry for your loss. Actress Ananya Panday put up heart emojis in the comments. Jonita Gandhi was born in New Delhi into a Punjabi family and moved to Canada with her parents when she was nine months old. Raised in Brampton and later Mississauga, Ontario, she grew up in a household deeply connected to Indian music and culture.
Kareena Kapoor says 'Too good' as Alia Bhatt asks Orry to dress like Poo
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Actress Alia Bhatt and Orry recreated the iconic Poo look from 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', and they even managed to get a reaction from none other than the OG, Kareena Kapoor. On Thursday, Orry shared a hilarious video on his official Instagram handle, where he was seen wearing the pink shimmery crop top, paired with a beige-tan mini skirt and a faux fur stole, one of Poo's most memorable looks from the movie. An excited Orry asked Alia, Alia, how am I looking? and when Alia responded with a laugh, Orry pointed out, Alia, it's not funny; you asked me to dress like Kareena. I asked you to dress like Winny the Pooh, not Poo. An upset Orry then left the room. The original Poo, Kareena, took to the comment section of the post and shared, Too good, followed by a red heart emoticon. Reacting to this, Orry wrote, @kareenakapoorkhan wait for the next one. Alia also commented, Whats at the back??, along with a laughing with tears emoji. Replying to her, Orry commented, a party. Bebo as Poo has become one of the most iconic characters in Bollywood over time. She is not just an inspiration for fashion enthusiasts, but has emerged as a perfect representative of a confident and outspoken young woman of the early 2000s. From her blush-pink lehenga in 'Bole Chudiyan' to her red dress in 'You Are My Soniya', every attire of Kareena in 'K3G' holds a special place in the memory of both fashion and movie buffs. Talking about Alia and Kareena, these two share a great rapport. The two actresses even appeared together on 'Koffee With Karan Season 8'. When host and filmmaker Karan Johar asked Bebo who could be theew-age Poo in a true Poo manner, Kareena said, Not applicable, implying that no one can replace her in that memorable character.
Preparations in full swing at Ramlila Maidan ahead of INDIA bloc Nov 1 rally
Ramlila maidan is getting prepared to host the INDIA bloc's november 1 rally. In a video message, Rahul gandhi urges people and students to join the march and calls it a march to save democracy.
Delhi rewrite record books by posting highest total in domestic women's T20 games
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Delhi rewrote the record books by piling up 262/6 against Hyderabad in the Senior Womens T20 Trophy league stage match in Pune, which is now the highest total ever made by a womens team in domestic T20 cricket games. The total eclipsed the previous best score of 257/2 by Goa against Arunachal Pradesh in the 2019/20 season. Delhis 262/6, coming at the MCA Ground 2, Gahunje, is also the 11th-highest in all womens T20 cricket, with the ten scores above it all coming in T20Is. The record effort was built around a blistering century from opener Tanisha Singh, who struck 119 off just 47 balls in a whirlwind knock laced with 25 fours and a six. The 23-year-old reached her hundred in 38 balls, the joint third-fastest in womens T20s, matching West Indies batter Deandra Dottins effort against South Africa in 2010. Only Indias Kiran Navgire (34 balls) and former New Zealand captain Sophie Devine (36 balls) have got to the three-figure mark quicker. Delhi lost opener Vanshika Lila early, but Tanisha and India batters Priya Punia took the attack to the Hyderabad bowlers by adding 160 runs off just 66 balls to take the side past 175. Punia made 59 off 28 balls, and Shweta Sehrawat came in to smash 26 off eight deliveries, including three sixes, to push the total past 200. Tanisha was eventually bowled by G Trisha. Late contributions from Nazma Khan (11), Deeksha Sharma (15 not out) and captain Soni Yadav, who made 15 not out, carried Delhi to the record score. Vanka Pooja was the only Hyderabad bowler to escape punishment, returning figures of 4-32 from her four overs, while each of the other seven bowlers conceded at least 11 runs an over. Trisha gave Hyderabad a brisk start in reply and top-scored with 80 off 52 balls, but the chase never threatened Delhis majestic total. Captain Pranavi Chandra was the only other batter to get past 20, as Hyderabad finished at 154/8, and lost by 108 runs. The match came a day after the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction, where Shweta and Bharti Rawal were signed by Mumbai Indians for Rs 20 lakh and Nazma was acquired by Delhi Capitals for Rs 10 lakh.
Gujarat: Fire engulfs two garment companies in Kandla Special Economic Zone
A fire broke out at two garment companies in Gujarats Kandla Special Economic Zone at 11 am on Thursday. The blaze reportedly destroyed garments worth crores of rupees. Two fire brigade teams were deployed to the site and were working to bring the fire under control
WPL 2027: Choosing Four Overseas Players In Playing XI Will Be Really Hard, Says Klinger
The Ashleigh Gardner: Gujarat Giants (GG) head coach Michael Klinger said picking the four overseas players in the playing eleven will be one of the toughest calls the franchise faces when the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) happens from January 14 to February 7. At the auction held in Kochi, GG filled their three vacant slots by signing India wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini (for Rs 40 lakh), Irelands seam-bowling all-rounder Orla Prendergast and talented all-rounder Samaira Raghav, who was a late addition to the auction pool, for Rs 30 lakh and Rs 10 lakh, respectively. GG now have six overseas players: captain Ashleigh Gardner, Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth and Orla, who became the first Irish cricketer to be picked in the WPL. The four overseas playing spots are going to be really hard to choose with the quality we have. Last year we went with our four batters, or rounders. We have Kim Garth as well, who didnt play last year and is in career best form at the moment. So shes certainly going to be pushing to play matches as well and provides fantastic new ball and death bowling options for us. Along with Orla now, its going to be some really difficult decisions, but thats a good problem to have, Klinger told IANS in an exclusive conversation after the auction on Thursday. The Ashleigh Gardner-led side made the playoffs last season but lost to Delhi Capitals in the Eliminator. In WPL 2027, with the venues yet to be known, GG will be aiming to go one step further and clinch their first-ever title. On the rationale of signing Kamalini, who played last two WPL seasons for the Mumbai Indians, despite already having two keepers in Beth and Yastika Bhatia, Klinger stated the franchise had been prepared to pay more for her and would use her purely as a batter. With Kamalini, we thought there were going to be more bidders for her. So to get her at base price was great. We probably would have bid a little bit high if required. So I think just her versatility in the batting order gives us options both for her and our other batters and for our overseas options as well. In terms of having three keepers, were probably looking for her as a batter only. Initially with Yastika and Beth options to take the gloves, I think theyre probably the ones well go with at the start. But Kamalinis played as a batter only before and were really excited to have her, he added. In terms of Samaira, uncapped finishers are hard to come by in the WPL, and Samaira has shown that ability while turning out for Delhi in the Womens Under-19 T20 Trophy this year, where she made 162 runs at an average of 54 and a strike rate of 216, including being unbeaten four times. In that tournament, Samaira recorded strike rates of 325 against Pondicherry, 308 against Bengal, 275 against Uttarakhand, 221 against Saurashtra and 192 in the semi-final against Haryana. Samaira has a reputation of being a really good middle order batter who finishes innings off really well. Shes done that recently in the under-19 domestic tournament, and we had her at our training camp a few weeks ago in Bengaluru, where in some scenarios and practice matches, she did the same thing, added Klinger. Samaira first caught the attention of WPL scouts while turning out for North Delhi Strikers in the Womens Delhi Premier League (DPL) this year, where she hit a match-winning six when the equation read six runs needed off two balls against the East Delhi Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Samaira has a reputation of being a really good middle order batter who finishes innings off really well. Shes done that recently in the under-19 domestic tournament, and we had her at our training camp a few weeks ago in Bengaluru, where in some scenarios and practice matches, she did the same thing, added Klinger. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Odisha plans air evacuations after Cyclone Arnab leaves 300 villages flooded
NDRF and the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force has begun rescue operations in the affected areas. However, air evacuations could be delayed due to low cloud levels and continued rainfall, officials said
Amitabh Bachchan recalls meeting Anup Jalota for the first time 40 years ago
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan and renowned singer Anup Jalota revisited a cherished memory spanning over four decades on the sets of the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati. Recalling his first encounter with the legendary, Amitabh Bachchan shared an anecdote from his visit to Banda, a small town where he had once heard the singer perform at midnight on the terrace of his relatives home, at the residence of his family member. Recalling their first encounter from years ago, host Amitabh Bachchan shared, Sabse pehle humne inko suna tha ek chota sa shehar hai jiska naam hai Banda... Banda mein hamare jo rishtedaar the unke chhat pe raat ko, madhraat ko aapko suna tha humne, Rajan ji ke parivaar mein.. (The first time we heard him was in a small town called Banda. We heard you at midnight on the terrace of our relatives home in Banda, at the home of Rajan jis family) Highlighting the passage of time and Anup Jalotas incredible journey, Big B added, 40 varsh ho gaye is baat ko... aur uske baad toh aap na jaane kahan pahunch gaye hain.. (It has been 40 years since that happened, and since then, you have reached such great heights) To this, Anup Jalota responded, Aap hi ne pahuncha diya... aur hum log wahin ke wahin baithe hain abhi bhi.. (You are the one who took me there, while we are still sitting right where we were) Talking about Anup Jalota, he is popularly known as the Bhajan Samrat, and is one of Indias most celebrated devotional singers, known for timeless bhajans such as Aisi Lagi Lagan, Jag Mein Sundar Hain Do Naam and Rang De Chunariya. With a career spanning many decades, he has also performed ghazals and composed music.
Gold ETF AUM rises to Rs 1.86 lakh crore, top 5 schemes account for 80 pc of assets
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) India's gold exchange-traded fund (ETF) industry managed assets worth Rs 1.86 lakh crore across 26 schemes as of September 30, 2026, a report said on Thursday. The data compiled by ICRA Analytics highlights the continued dominance of a handful of large schemes, with the top five gold ETFs accounting for 80.2 per cent of the category's total assets under management (AUM). Together, these funds manage nearly Rs 1.49 lakh crore. Nippon India ETF Gold BeES remained the largest scheme in the segment with an AUM of Rs 56,982 crore, representing 30.6 per cent of the category. It was followed by ICICI Prudential Gold ETF with assets of Rs 27,615 crore, SBI Gold ETF at Rs 26,466 crore, HDFC Gold ETF at Rs 23,900 crore and Kotak Gold ETF at Rs 14,473 crore. The concentration within the category remains significant, with the top three schemes accounting for nearly 60 per cent of total AUM, while the top two together command around 45 per cent of industry assets. The next five largest schemes include Tata Gold Exchange Traded Fund, Axis Gold ETF, UTI Gold Exchange Traded Fund, Mirae Asset Gold ETF and Aditya Birla Sun Life Gold ETF. Combined with the top five funds, these schemes account for 92.4 per cent of the category's assets. Commenting on the trend, Ashwini Kumar, Senior Vice President and Head of Market Data at ICRA Analytics, said that while India's gold ETF market has expanded substantially, assets continue to remain concentrated in the largest schemes. Indias gold ETF market has grown substantially, but assets remain concentrated, with the five largest schemes accounting for about 80 per cent of category AUM. Although newer schemes hold a relatively small share of assets, their ability to scale will be an important indicator of how competition evolves. The close alignment in returns across schemes also suggests that performance differences alone do not explain the concentration, Kumar stated. While newer entrants have gained some traction, their market share remains relatively modest. Thirteen schemes with less than three years of return history collectively manage Rs 14,575 crore, or around 8 per cent of the total category AUM.
Locomotive trolley derails in Assams Lumding-Badarpur section; services hit
The incident occurred at around 8.50 am when the front trolley of the locomotive hauling the 15616 Silchar-Guwahati Express derailed between Badarpur and Sukritipur stations, an official statement said
IHCL, Adani Airports announce agreement for eight hotels with over 2K rooms
The properties will operate under the Taj, Vivanta, Gateway and Ginger brands across Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Guwahati, with most expected to open in three to four years
Todays Gold Rate in India October 29: Gold prices up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on October 29
Watch: Shilpa Rao shares glimpse of her interrupted Mumbai gig amid controversy
Shilpa Rao was among the artistes who performed at the Bollywood Music Project (BMP) in Mumbai on October 24, 2026. Her set was cut short after her microphone was switched off mid-performance. Now, days after the incident, the singer has shared a video from the gig along with a heartfelt message for her fans
Over 1.8 lakh deworming tablets distributed; mop-up round on Nov 3: KDMC
KDMC has scheduled a mop-up round for November 3 to ensure that eligible children who missed the initial dose can receive the tablets. The children can approach their respective schools, anganwadi centres or health centres to avail themselves of the dose
The Supreme Court rejected former actor Anita Advanis plea seeking recognition of her alleged relationship with late Bollywood superstar Rajesh Khanna as a marriage, calling it luxury litigation. Advani had claimed that she was evicted from Khannas Mumbai home by Dimple Kapadia, Twinkle Khanna and Akshay Kumar.
SEBI mulls 3rd-party monitoring of IPO fund use, shell firms pose market risk: Tuhin Kanta Pandey
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey outlined steps to strengthen oversight of listed entities and capital raising, adding that some listed companies with little or no economic activity function like shell companies and add risk to the market. During a panel discussion at NDTV Profit here, Pandey said the capital markets regulator is preparing a framework under which third-party monitoring agencies would verify whether funds raised through initial public offerings are being used for the purposes disclosed in offer documents. Pandey said public capital brings public responsibility and stressed that companies must remain accountable for the manner of utilisation of investors' funds. He said SEBI is also reviewing the framework governing debenture trustees, with an emphasis on stronger oversight. His remarks came after SEBI earlier this month floated a consultation paper aimed at strengthening monitoring of IPO proceeds. The proposal suggested making monitoring agencies mandatory for all public issues regardless of size, excluding the offer-for-sale component. Stock exchanges will be empowered to fine a company Rs 50,000 for each reported instance of non-cooperation with a monitoring agency. Continued non-compliance could lead to depositories freezing promoters' demat accounts. Companies reported for non-cooperation cannot terminate the agency's agreement or appoint a replacement until the default is cleared. The proposals are still in the open consultation phase and have not been made into rules. IPO proceeds, currently, must be monitored by a SEBI-registered credit rating agency if the fresh issue size exceeds Rs 100 crore. SEBI also considers revamping the framework for main-board IPOs and follow-on public offers, alongside a review of listing and disclosure obligations. The SME IPO framework and the Innovators Growth Platform, particularly for new-age companies, are also under review to improve access to public capital for growing businesses. SEBI is also piloting an AI-based tool to monitor disclosures by debenture trustees, stock exchanges, depositories and credit rating agencies. The tool is meant to flag early signs of corporate debt defaults, the report cited Pandey.
Why Indias Pet Industry Needs a Digital Infrastructure for Information, Intelligence and Trade
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 29: A pets needs rarely begin and end with food. From vaccinations and nutrition to grooming, behavioural changes and unexpected medical concerns, pet parenting involves a
Aaditya Thackeray urges Fadnavis to stop floating hoardings in Mumbais sea
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has urged Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis to stop floating advertisements in Mumbais sea, calling the decision irresponsible and harmful to the citys aesthetics. The Mumbai Maritime Board has allowed floating ads on barges along prominent waterfronts
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Actress Sonia Balani, known for her role in The Kerala Story, is set to play Urmila, the wife of Lord Lakshmana, in Nitesh Tiwaris upcoming epic Ramayana. Sonia said being part of the film and working with Ranbir Kapoor was a special opportunity. Speaking about her character, she said, Being associated with a story as timeless and deeply rooted in our culture as the Ramayana is truly special. Urmila is a character whose strength, dignity and sacrifices deserve to be understood beyond the pages of history. As an actor, the opportunity to explore such an emotionally layered character is both a privilege and a responsibility. She added, Working with a visionary filmmaker like Nitesh Tiwari and sharing the screen with an accomplished actor like Ranbir Kapoor in a project of this scale makes the journey even more exciting. I hope audiences connect with Urmilas strength and discover the beautiful human emotions that make her story so powerful. Known for playing a negative role in The Kerala Story, Sonia has also appeared in films such as Tum Bin 2 and Baazaar. Her role as Urmila marks a different turn in her career, as she takes on a character associated with sacrifice, resilience and emotional strength. Urmila, the wife of Lakshmana, holds an important place in the Ramayana. Through the character, it is said that the film will explore another emotional aspect of the epic and bring her story to a wider audience. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama. The film is planned as a two-part cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic.
Mumbai may witness light rain; IMD forecasts thunderstorms in parts of state
The IMD has forecast thunderstorms, lightning, rainfall and gusty winds in several parts of Maharashtra, with unsettled weather expected across Konkan, north Maharashtra, Marathwada, western Maharashtra and Vidarbha
Adani Airports and IHCL Join Forces to Open Eight Hotels Across Four Indian Cities
Adani Airports and IHCL have announced plans to launch eight hotels in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, and Guwahati, enhancing hospitality options. Adani Airports and IHCL Join Forces to Open Eight Hotels Across Four Indian Cities
Kerala HC denies arrest of judge in fatal accident case involving his minor son
The Kerala High Court on Thursday directed the police not to arrest an Additional District and Sessions Judge in connection with a fatal car accident involving his 17-year-old son, killing a scooterist in Cheranalloor here
MSRTC sets November-end deadline for women to register for NCMC travel cards
To improve access to the registration facility, the MSRTC has called for special camps to be organised through panchayat samiti and gram panchayat offices in rural areas
Adani Airports, IHCL sign pact to develop 8 hotels across key airport cities
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) and The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) on Thursday announced a major multi-hotel operating agreement to develop eight hotels with more than 2,000 rooms across Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Guwahati, as both companies look to strengthen hospitality infrastructure at key aviation hubs. Under the agreement, the hotels will be developed by AAHL and operated by IHCL under its portfolio of hospitality brands, including Taj, Vivanta, Gateway and Ginger. The development is expected to cater to business, leisure and transit travellers, while supporting the growth of airport-centric commercial ecosystems. The hotels will operate under Taj, Vivanta, Gateway and Ginger brands, creating differentiated accommodation and hospitality experiences for business, leisure and transit travellers, according to the joint statement. The partnership envisages development of hotels by Adani Airports, which will be operated by IHCL under its multi-brand hospitality portfolio, creating high-quality hospitality offerings across key aviation gateways, it added. Speaking on the development, Jeet Adani, Director at AAHL, said leading airports around the world are increasingly evolving into integrated destinations that drive commerce, tourism and urban development. Our partnership with IHCL is an important step in this journey, bringing together our hospitality-led mixed-use destinations and Indias leading hospitality company to create world-class hotels across key airport cities with its brands including the iconic Taj. Together, we aim to strengthen the hospitality ecosystem within our Airport City developments and contribute to the long-term economic growth of the regions we serve, he stated. The agreement covers three Taj hotels, two Vivanta hotels, one Gateway hotel and two Ginger hotels. In Mumbai, the portfolio will include a Taj hotel at Terminal 2 of Mumbai Airport. Lucknow will host a Vivanta and a Ginger hotel, while Ahmedabad will have a Taj and a Vivanta hotel, both at advanced stages of development. Guwahati is set to get a Taj, a Gateway and a Ginger hotel. Together, the eight properties will offer a mix of accommodation, dining, meetings and events facilities, wellness amenities and recreational offerings across the four cities. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IHCL, said that as India continues to emerge as one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets, airport-linked developments are becoming important commercial and hospitality destinations. As India strengthens its position as one of the worlds fastest-growing aviation markets, airport-centric developments are emerging as important commercial and hospitality hubs. Our partnership with Adani Airport Holdings Limited brings together two leading Indian companies with a shared vision to build Indias travel and tourism sector, Chhatwal noted.
Uorfi Javed Housing Society Row: Can Tenants Shoot Reels at Home?
Uorfi Javed Housing Society Controversy: Can You Be Stopped From Shooting Reels in a Rented Flat? Reality TV personality and content creator Uorfi Javed has raised questions about the rules imposed by her Mumbai housing society after alleging that she was prevented from filming social media content inside her apartment. The controversy has drawn attention [] The post Uorfi Javed Housing Society Row: Can Tenants Shoot Reels at Home? first appeared on informalnewz .
EPFO to Invest in Alternative Funds for Employees Savings
Mumbai, October 29: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is preparing new guidelines to invest in Alternative Investment Funds (AIF). This initiative could link the savings of over EPFO to Invest in Alternative Funds for Employees Savings
Goa: Fire destroys over 150 shops in Vasco market, no casualties reported
The major fire spread through the market around midnight on Wednesday, causing serious damage to shops and goods. No injuries were reported from the fire. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant stated the state government would provide financial help to the affected shopkeepers
Gold and Silver rate: Gold and silver indicative jewellery prices decreased today, but retail prices for 22k jewellery remained stable across various cities. The India Bullion and Jewellers Association provided updates on gold and silver rates for various purity levels.
Thane: Spectacled cobra spotted preying Russells viper along Ghodbunder Road
A spectacled cobra was documented feeding on an adult Russells viper at Waghbil along Ghodbunder Road in Thane West. Wildlife enthusiast Shivam Dubey of NGO WWA captured the rare encounter, highlighting ophiophagy
3 siblings found dead in flat near Mumbai; trio recorded video before deaths
Three siblings were discovered dead in their Virar flat, believed to have died by suicide. They recorded a video mentioning their health issues and financial troubles prior to their deaths. Residents noticed a foul smell and alerted the police, leading to the discovery of the bodies. One sibling suffered paralysis while another was undergoing cancer treatment, compounding their difficulties.
Did Janhvi Kapoor take a dig at Tara Sutaria on Koffee With Karan 9?
Janhvi Kapoor's dating advice to Veer Pahariya has been interpreted as a dig at his former girlfriend, actor Tara Sutaria, and the viral moment involving her and singer AP Dhillon at a Mumbai concert last year. While some found the remark cheeky, others questioned the need to bring another woman down.
IBPS Recruitment 2026: Apply for 3 Posts by November 12
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has invited online applications for regular appointments to three positions at its office in Kandivali (East), Mumbai. The recruitment notification, issued under Advertisement No. IBPS/2026-27/06, covers Server Administrator (Grade D), Assistant (Grade B) and
Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav claims win in 5 UP MLC seats
Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav claimed that the party had won five Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council (MLC) seats, expressing confidence that the SP would form a full-majority government after the 2027 Assembly elections.
Bandhan Bank trades higher on reporting over 5-fold jump in Q2 net profit
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): Bandhan Bank is currently trading at Rs. 157.75, up by 1.95 points or 1.25% from its previous closing of Rs. 155.80 on the Bandhan Bank trades higher on reporting over 5-fold jump in Q2 net profit
Adani Ports shines on reporting 17% growth in Q2 consolidated net profit
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone is currently trading at Rs. 1831.90, up by 72.90 points or 4.14% from its previous closing of Adani Ports shines on reporting 17% growth in Q2 consolidated net profit
Jupiter Wagons zooms on securing Rs 1,140 crore order from Ministry of Railways
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): Jupiter Wagons is currently trading at Rs. 192.40, up by 11.00 points or 6.06% from its previous closing of Rs. 181.40 on the Jupiter Wagons zooms on securing Rs 1,140 crore order from Ministry of Railways
SBI Cards soars on partnering with Air India to develop co-brand credit card program
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): SBI Cards And Payment Services is currently trading at Rs. 535.30, up by 8.30 points or 1.57% from its previous closing of Rs. SBI Cards soars on partnering with Air India to develop co-brand credit card program
HCL Tech rises on launching AI-Powered Nano GCC offering on AWS to help enterprises scale AI
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): HCL Technologies is currently trading at Rs. 1410.60, up by 10.60 points or 0.76% from its previous closing of Rs. 1400.00 on the HCL Tech rises on launching AI-Powered Nano GCC offering on AWS to help enterprises scale AI
IndiGo gains on reporting passenger load factor of 81.1% in September
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): Interglobe Aviation is currently trading at Rs. 4704.70, up by 33.70 points or 0.72% from its previous closing of Rs. 4671.00 on the IndiGo gains on reporting passenger load factor of 81.1% in September
TVS Motor Company moves up on reporting 50% jump in Q2 consolidated net profit
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): TVS Motor Company is currently trading at Rs. 4255.55, up by 16.55 points or 0.39% from its previous closing of Rs. 4239.00 on TVS Motor Company moves up on reporting 50% jump in Q2 consolidated net profit
Jindal Stainless inches up on acquiring additional 7% stake in SPV
Mumbai, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): Jindal Stainless is currently trading at Rs. 684.35, up by 1.50 points or 0.22% from its previous closing of Rs. 682.85 on the Jindal Stainless inches up on acquiring additional 7% stake in SPV
Russia-Ukraine war: Drone attacks on Moscow trigger airport restrictions
Russian Air defence systems have destroyed about 30 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) approaching the city, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin told Russian Media. New russian air defence systems are forcing the Ukrainian Armed Forces to change drone routes
Kawasaki Launches New Adventure Bikes with 649cc Engine
Mumbai, October 29: Kawasaki has unveiled its latest adventure bikes, the KLE650 ABS and KLE650 SE ABS, featuring a powerful 649cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine. These bikes are designed Kawasaki Launches New Adventure Bikes with 649cc Engine
Tata Punch Dominates CNG SUV Sales in September
Mumbai, October 29: Tata Punch has emerged as a leading choice among customers in the CNG SUV segment, with impressive sales figures reported for September 2026. The company Tata Punch Dominates CNG SUV Sales in September
Hyundai Aura Emerges as Top CNG Sedan in September Sales
Mumbai, October 29: The Hyundai Aura has made a significant mark in the CNG sedan segment, with 7,278 units sold in September 2026. This impressive figure positions the Hyundai Aura Emerges as Top CNG Sedan in September Sales
Tata Safari EV Expected to Launch in January with Powerful Battery Options
Mumbai, October 29: Tata Motors is gearing up to launch its highly anticipated Safari EV in January 2027. This new electric vehicle is expected to be the companys Tata Safari EV Expected to Launch in January with Powerful Battery Options
Saudi airlines announce extra India flights for stranded Indian travellers
Flynas has announced additional flights from Dammam to six Indian destinations: Lucknow, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kozhikode and Kochi
Exciting New Cars Set to Launch in December
Mumbai, October 29: Car enthusiasts in India can look forward to an exciting December as several new models are set to hit the market. Among the anticipated launches Exciting New Cars Set to Launch in December
Rajasthan: Senior IAS officer placed on APO amid property purchase controversy
The Rajasthan government has placed IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal, under 'Awaiting Posting Orders' (APO) amid a brewing controversy surrounding alleged large-scale property acquisitions linked to him and his family.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Actor Esha Deol has spoken out against the disrespectful treatment of Jaya Bachchan, Hema Malini and other veteran actors by social media trolls and at times paparazzi too. The actress said that the photographers are being guided and encouraged such interactions for social media traction. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Esha said that photographers should not be held solely responsible for their behaviour, as they are often guided by the people managing them. When a child grows up into a teenager and is not really well-behaved, who do you blame? The parents, because they have not given the child the right upbringing. Similarly, I think, with this culture, the photographers are all being guided, she said. I don't think it is the fault of the individual guy who is clicking the picture. It is whoever is running the pages who wants to put these things on their pages to attract more likes or traction. So, that is where I think the root cause needs to be addressed, she added. Esha, who has also spoken about the way veteran actors are treated by paparazzi, said that she has experienced such situations as a family and does not consider the behaviour respectful. I mean, we have been through this as a family, and I don't think it is respectful at all. If you ask me honestly, the industry is made of these people. Without taking names, they are all the pillars of our industry. You have to respect them, and they are the ones who have given you cinema to begin with, she said. Esha further said that photographers should understand the difference between celebrities who enjoy light-hearted banter with them and those who are uncomfortable with such interactions. So, give them that respect, and the ones who enjoy banter with you, do it with them. What is the harm? Because there is a section of people who enjoy doing it also, she said. So, you stick to your lanes correctly. Yahaan pe karo hi mat aur yahaan pe karo jo karna hai (Don't do it here, and do whatever you want to do there). I think it is as simple as that, she added. For the uninitiated, veteran actors who are not familiar with the social media game are often seen getting annoyed with paparazzi directing them to look left, right and centre for the perfect picture. Jaya Bachchan, in particular, has frequently been at the receiving end of social media trolling for her interactions with photographers, with her displeasure over their conduct often becoming a talking point online. Hema Malini, too, has faced criticism for her responses to paparazzi.
