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Nivin Pauly announces Sarvam Maya wrapped, set for December release
Actor Nivin Pauly announced the completion of horror comedy film Sarvam Maya on Friday while celebrating director Akhil Sathyan's birthday. The Malayalam entertainment project will reach theaters during the Christmas season in December. Pauly confirmed post-production has finished with his social media announcement about the film's status. Director Akhil Sathyan, son of legendary filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad, helmed the production. Priety Mukundhan stars as the female protagonist alongside comedian Aju Varghese in a significant supporting role. The production team completed thirty days of filming across Kerala locations in Ernakulam and Palakkad districts. Justin Prabhakaran composed the musical score while Sharan Velayudhan Nair handled...
Ashu Malik stars as Dabang Delhi crush U Mumba, top PKL table
Dabang Delhi K.C. secured a commanding 47-26 victory against U Mumba, marking the second-largest winning margin in Pro Kabaddi League 12. Captain Ashu Malik delivered his career-best performance with 23 points, leading his team back to the table's summit with 14 points total. Defender Fazel Atrachali praised Malik's return from injury, emphasizing how the captain's presence simplifies matches for the entire squad. The team addressed previous errors that cost them their last contest, particularly improving their second-half execution. Coach Joginder Narwal acknowledged mistakes from their previous narrow defeat and emphasized maintaining focus until the final seconds. Strategic adjustments by Atrachali and Surjeet enhanced their...
Vishnu Vishal celebrates 11 years of Jeeva, teases Gatta Kusthi 2
Actor and producer Vishnu Vishal commemorated the eleventh anniversary of his sports drama Jeeva through a social media post. The trained cricketer expressed how the sport remains part of his identity despite leaving competitive play. Suseenthiran directed the film, which starred Vishnu Vishal and Sri Divya as leads with cinematography by Madhi and music by D Imman. The successful movie portrayed a talented athlete pursuing selection for the national cricket team. The performer currently films Gatta Kusthi 2, the sequel to director Chella Ayyavu's hit comedy. Production continues in Pollachi following a ceremonial launch in Chennai earlier this month. The same cast returns for this sports comedy, with Vishnu Vishal Studioz and Vels...
India gears up for first-ever Para Athletics World Championships
India hosts the World Para Athletics Championships for the first time at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium from September 27 to October 5. More than 2,200 para-athletes from 100 countries will compete in 186 medal events, marking an increase of 15 competitions from the previous tournament in Kobe. Svayam serves as the official accessibility partner, conducting detailed audits of hotels and venues while providing specialized transportation for athletes. The same stadium that welcomed the Asian Games in 1982 and Commonwealth Games in 2010 transforms again to prioritize accessibility and independence for all participants in this nine-day global competition.
Modi attacks RJD, pitches women’s empowerment in Bihar
Prime Minister Modi initiated the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana through virtual means from Delhi during Friday's political campaign season. The scheme delivered direct bank transfers of ten thousand rupees to seventy-five lakh women across Bihar, representing the first phase disbursement worth seventy-five hundred crore rupees. Modi positioned this launch as electoral strategy while simultaneously attacking opposition party RJD and its leadership for past governance failures. The announcement preceded upcoming Bihar Assembly elections where political parties compete for voter support. Modi characterized his partnership with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as brotherly collaboration focused on women's economic advancement throughout the...
Tiwari calls Modi's Bihar scheme an election gimmick
Congress MP Pramod Tiwari criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for announcing welfare schemes before elections. Tiwari accused the PM of strategic timing with the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana launch in Bihar. The program transfers 10,000 rupees to 75 lakh women's bank accounts for employment support. Tiwari questioned why the government waited over 20 years to implement such initiatives. The MP called the announcement a pre-poll tactic designed to influence voters. He challenged the actual delivery of promised funds and referenced unfulfilled Maharashtra election pledges. Tiwari warned that voters would reject what he termed vote manipulation tactics. He expressed concerns about declining public trust in the ruling party's...
Modi helps Bihar women live their lakhpati dreams
Prime Minister Modi conducted a video conference to launch Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana. The initiative provided direct bank transfers of Rs 10,000 each to seventy-five lakh female beneficiaries. Recipients addressed Modi as "Bhaiya" during heartfelt conversations that demonstrated their emotional connection with the leader. Women shared entrepreneurial plans enabled by the financial support. Reeta Devi from Bhojpur discussed expanding her poultry operation with one hundred additional chickens. Noorjahan Khatun from Gaya emphasized how the funding would help overcome family resistance to business ventures. Putul Devi from Purnea planned to grow her sweet-making enterprise. Modi encouraged participants to promote...
India and Belize swap healthcare tips on Independence Day
Ambassador Pankaj Sharma represented India during Belize's 44th Independence Day celebrations on September 21st. The diplomat delivered Prime Minister Narendra Modi's congratulations to Prime Minister John Briceno while exploring healthcare partnerships through the Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Pariyojna program for affordable medicines. Foreign Minister Francis Fonseca welcomed Sharma to attend Diplomatic Week, highlighting the strengthening bilateral relationship between both nations within SICA and CARICOM frameworks. Governor General Froyla Tzalam organized a diplomatic reception that emphasized the growing friendship between the countries. Sharma acknowledged Honorary Consul Arun Hotchandani's contributions to bilateral relations and...
Copper prices to hit $11,700 per tonne as supply tightens and demand surges
Copper markets anticipate prices will climb to $11,700 per metric tonne as supply constraints meet rising demand. The metal experienced a recent 0.32 percent decline following a dramatic 5 percent rally triggered by mudflow disruptions at Indonesia's Grasberg mine. September futures reached Rs 950 on MCX while London Metal Exchange contracts hit approximately $10,300 per metric tonne. This year's 20 percent price surge reflects tightening global supply conditions. Electrification trends drive copper consumption higher across multiple sectors. Electric vehicle adoption, power grid modernization, renewable energy projects, and artificial intelligence data centers create unprecedented metal requirements. Supply bottlenecks worsen as...
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