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Anil Kapoor speaks out on rift with elder brother, No Entry producer Boney Kapoor
The actor said if he counted the films he missed out on, the number would be more than twenty, and not just the two films ("Welcome" and "No Entry").
Shah Rukh Khan to Akshay Kumar, List of celebrities attending PM Modi’s oath ceremony
PM-designate Narendra Modi to take oath for a third term, matching Jawaharlal Nehru's feat. Tense negotiations between BJP and NDA allies over government berths.
Rupee falls 9 paise to 83.27 against US dollar in early trade
The rupee declined to 83.27 against the US dollar on Wednesday, driven by negative equities trend and elevated crude oil prices, with interventions from RBI and anticipation of Lok Sabha election results.
"KKR has been the all-round team," says Anil Kumble ahead of IPL 2024 final
Former India cricketer Anil Kumble praised Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for being the all-round team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. KKR finished the league stage with nine wins, three losses, and two no results, earning a direct spot in the final by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the qualifier one. Kumble praised skipper Shreyas Iyer for being calm and using his resources well in the T20 tournament. Both Kolkata and Hyderabad have redefined how to play in the powerplay, with SRH demonstrating this consistently.
Mumbai records low voter turnout despite celebrity presence
Several Bollywood celebrities and industrialists made their way to polling booths to cast their votes and encourage Mumbai residents to do the same. Notable figures such as Union Minister Piyush Goyal, industrialist Anil Ambani, and actor Akshay Kumar voted early in the day. Later, film industry stars like Paresh Rawal, Shahid Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rajkumar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor, Anupam Kher, and Manoj Bajpayee were seen at various polling stations across the city. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and star batter Suryakumar Yadav also cast their votes, along with expectant parents Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh.
60% turnout in Phase 5 of 2024 Lok Sabha elections; J&K’s Baramulla steals thunder
Over 60% voter turnout was recorded in the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, which covered 49 constituencies across eight states and Union Territories, according to data from the Election Commission’s Voter Turnout App. The final figures are anticipated to increase.
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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Anil Ambani, actor Akshay Kumar among notable personalities to cast vote in phase 5
The fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 has begun, with notable personalities like Anil Ambani and Akshay Kumar casting their votes. The polls will decide the fate of 695 candidates in 49 constituencies across six states and two union territories. Key contests include those in Amethi and Raebareli, traditional Congress strongholds in Uttar Pradesh. Union Minister Piyush Goyal and actor Farhan Akhter also cast their votes.
Lots of complaints from voters about facilities outside polling booths: Aaditya Thackeray
Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray highlighted voters' complaints about lack of facilities outside polling booths during ongoing Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra. Thackeray urged for shade and fans to help voters beat the heat. Over 2.46 crore eligible voters will decide the fate of 264 candidates in the state, including key nominees from BJP and Shiv Sena. Celebrity personalities and prominent figures were among the early voters in Mumbai.
Holding Preamble in his hands, Kanhaiya Kumar takes out roadshow in Delhi
Kanhaiya Kumar's roadshow in North East Delhi showcased his focus on youth employment, GST relief, and fair wages. Supporters joined the event, emphasizing the need for education loan waivers and agricultural support.
Space will cast its influence on air, maritime and land domains: Chief of defence staff
In a recorded video address that was played at the inaugural session of the three-day Indian Defence Space Symposium in Delhi on Thursday, General Chauhan also said that "space diplomacy" will soon become a reality. Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Chairman Samir V Kamat and other senior officers of the armed forces attended the event held at the Manekshaw Centre.
NFRA takes action against auditors of Reliance Capital for lapses and fraud
NFRA has penalized Pathak HD & Associates, and banned its partners, in Reliance Capital case after lapses in statutory duties and ethical violations were noted.
Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan' makers issue statement amid plagiarism claims: 'We are filing an appeal'
Amit R Sharma's 'Maidaan,' starring Ajay Devgn, faces plagiarism allegations from writer Anil Kumar, prompting a stay on its release by the Mysore court. Kumar claims the film's story was copied from his script about India's football coach Syed Abdul Rahim. The production team plans to appeal in the Karnataka High Court, while the legal battle unfolds with the next hearing scheduled for April 24.
Third Eye: Waiting for the buzz to return, daughter vs son of JDU ministers, unqualified surgeon
BJP media cell head Anil Baluni is away in Uttarakhand where he is contesting from the Pauri Garhwal seat. Most of the leaders who wanted to hop on to BJP bandwagon have done so, though a few more are said to be in the pipeline. This is just the lull before the buzz returns again, claim insiders.
Chandigarh mayoral poll: Returning officer Anil Masih tenders unconditional apology in SC
Anil Masih apologized to the Supreme Court for misconduct in the Chandigarh mayoral election, leading to the election result being overturned. The court ordered his criminal prosecution for a false statement and misdemeanour during vote counting.
Even during Ambani & Birla takeover attempts, I was polite, calm and respectful to them. We all were doing our jobs: L&T's AM Naik
Anil Manibhai Naik joined L&T in 1965 as a junior engineer, became chief executive in 1999, chairman in 2003, group chairman in 2017 and chairman emeritus in 2023, handing over the reins to SN Subrahmanyan in September last year. "I am proud that we got a Rs 25,000-crore single order from Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil producer, to build a refinery in their country," says Naik, recipient of the Economic Times Award for Lifetime Achievement.
UP CM allocates portfolios to 4 newly inducted ministers
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath allocates portfolios to four newly inducted ministers, including SBSP chief Om Prakash Rajbhar and RLD's Anil Kumar. BJP leaders Dara Singh Chauhan and Sunil Kumar Sharma also get portfolios. Details shared by Shishir. Rajbhar represents Zahoorabad, Kumar represents Purkazi, Sharma represents Sahibabad, and Chauhan is a member of the UP Legislative Council.
Trai paper on National Broadcasting Policy Soon: Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) to issue consultation paper on the National Broadcasting Policy (NBP). Ministry seeks Trai's recommendations on the policy. Trai chairman addresses industry requirements in fireside chat and promotes orderly growth of the industry with removal of entry barriers.
UP cabinet expansion: BJP's Sunil Kumar Sharma, Dara Singh Chauhan; RLD's Anil Kumar; SBSP chief OP Rajbhar take oath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expanded his cabinet, adding two BJP members, one from the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), and another from the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP). Notable additions include Dara Singh Chauhan and Sunil Kumar Sharma from the BJP, Anil Kumar from RLD, and OP Rajbhar from SBSP.
UP cabinet expansion likely today; 2 new BJP ministers, 1 from RLD, SBSP each: CMO sources
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is likely to expand his cabinet on Tuesday with the induction of two new faces from the BJP, one from RLD and another from Om Prakash Rajbhar's party SBSP, sources in the Chief Minister's Office said. This will be the first cabinet expansion in Adityanath's second term as chief minister.
Two CPI (Maoist) activists recruited cadres, raised funds in Magadh Zone, alleges NIA
The NIA has charge-sheeted Pramod Mishra and Anil Yadav, prominent politburo members of the CPI (Maoist), in the case of the group's revival in the Magadh zone. Pramod Kumar has been charged under sections 120B, 121A of IPC and sections 17, 18, 18(B), 20, 38 and 40 of UAPA. Mishra has criminal cases registered against him in Jharkhand.
Ministries need to coordinate & act to check menace of phishing via spam calls, messages: Trai chief Anil Kumar Lahoti
The recent recommendations for CNAP do not raise privacy concerns, according to the telecom regulator's chairman. He highlighted the need for collaboration between ministries to tackle phishing and emphasized Trai's role in data protection regulations.
Chandigarh mayoral polls: SC declares AAP's Kuldeep Kumar winner, raps Masih for deliberately defacing ballot papers
Chandigarh elections: The Supreme Court declared Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Kuldeep Kumar the winner of the Chandigarh mayoral polls, noting deliberate attempts by the presiding officer, Anil Masih, to deface eight ballot papers. The court had asked for a recount of votes, including the rejected ballots with votes in favor of AAP's Kumar. Masih, the returning officer, faced the court's wrath and was called to be prosecuted for his actions.
Varanasi court fixes Feb 15 for hearing plea seeking ASI survey of Gyanvapi basements
Lawyer Madan Mohan Yadav said acting District Judge Anil Kumar has fixed February 15 as the next date of hearing on the petition. The petitioner, Rakhi Singh, is a founding member of the Vishwa Vedic Sanatan Sangh and is one of the parties in the Maa Shringar Gauri case, which led to the survey of the complex by the ASI.
Call drops an issue, need stringent regulation, implementation to check them: Trai chairman
Anil Kumar Lahoti, the new chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai), has emphasized the importance of quality of service (QoS) and growth in the telecom sector. He emphasized the need for more stringent regulation and implementation to address call drops, a key issue in the sector. Lahoti also emphasized the need for proper implementation of the Telecommunications Act and will work on improving connectivity in buildings.
Ex-railway board chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti is new Trai chairman
Former railway board chairman and CEO, Anil Kumar Lahoti, has been appointed as the chairman of Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai), becoming the third non-IAS officer to hold the position. Lahoti, an Indian Railway Service of Engineers officer, is the ninth chairman of the regulatory body. The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions approved his appointment for a three-year term.
Corporate India's power brigade turns out in full force at Ayodhya
India Inc's power brigade, including Mukesh Ambani, Sunil Bharti Mittal, Kumar Mangalam Birla, and other prominent business leaders, attended the Ram Temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. Notable attendees also included Nishant Pitti, CEO and co-founder of EaseMyTrip, and Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu.
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