The commerce ministry announced Sunday that manufacturers may again apply for production incentive benefits targeting air conditioners and LED lighting equipment. Applications will be accepted from September 15 through October 14 on the established digital platform. Officials cited strong business interest and investment demand as reasons for extending the program. Market growth and domestic component manufacturing success prompted this decision. The ministry will not process any submissions after the October deadline.
Eighty-three companies have already gained approval under this initiative, promising investments totaling 10,406 crore rupees. The seven-year program spans from fiscal 2021-22 through 2028-29 with allocated funding of...
Bigg Boss 19 contestant Nehal Chudasama faced severe criticism from guest host Farah Khan during the September 13 Weekend Ka Vaar episode. Khan condemned Chudasama for excessive emotional reactions following a competitive task. The filmmaker presented Chudasama with a placard bearing the phrase Woman Card. Khan warned against manipulating gender identity for personal advantage. She urged Chudasama to apply her abilities constructively rather than magnifying minor incidents.
The controversy arose when Chudasama sustained injuries during her competition with Amaal Mallik. She subsequently alleged inappropriate physical contact by Mallik during the challenge. Mallik repeatedly apologized while denying intentional wrongdoing, but Chudasama...
Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai met with Kashmir representatives seeking to promote regional tourism through cinema. The delegation demonstrated its commitment to attracting movie producers from India and abroad. Ghai expressed enthusiasm for the initiative during their productive meeting. He praised Kashmir as a source of national pride on his social media platform. The director encouraged filmmakers worldwide to capture the valley's scenic beauty on screen.
Earlier, Ghai commended actress Saachi Bindra for her debut performance despite their family connection. He emphasized that she never requested professional assistance throughout her career development. The filmmaker watched her movie and expressed genuine surprise at her...
Eight leading corporations experienced substantial valuation growth totaling Rs 1.69 lakh crore during the previous trading week. Market optimism drove the BSE benchmark upward by 1,193.94 points, representing a 1.47 percent advance. Bajaj Finance emerged as the strongest performer among major companies. The financial services firm recorded a remarkable Rs 40,788.38 crore increase, elevating its total worth to Rs 6.24 lakh crore. Technology giant Infosys gained Rs 33,736.83 crore, while TCS added Rs 30,970.83 crore to reach Rs 11.33 lakh crore.
Banking institutions showed robust performance as the State Bank of India climbed Rs 15,092.06 crore and ICICI Bank rose Rs 10,644.91 crore. HDFC Bank maintained its position as the most...
The federal administration announced that recent tax adjustments extend beyond fiscal modifications to become catalysts for economic transformation. Officials described these changes as measures that enhance access while strengthening essential sectors across the nation. The reforms target fitness facilities, motorcycles, and compact automobiles through reduced levy structures. Middle-income families, young adults, and employed citizens receive direct advantages from these policy shifts. Government representatives emphasized how these modifications stimulate market demand within critical economic segments.
Fitness center taxes dropped from eighteen percent to five percent as part of broader wellness initiatives. This reduction makes...
Five independent films failed dramatically during their theatrical debut this week. Ek Chatur Naar earned approximately 50 lakh rupees while Love in Vietnam generated merely 6 lakh rupees in revenue. Mannu Kya Karega collected 45 lakh rupees, and Jugnuma achieved only 5 lakh rupees at ticket counters. Heer Express secured 55 lakh rupees despite widespread theater cancellations due to absent audiences. Trade analyst Girish Wankhede attributed these disasters to inadequate promotional campaigns and substandard storytelling.
Wankhede emphasized that general audiences remained unaware of these releases due to nonexistent marketing visibility. The films generated no public interest or anticipation before their launch dates. Weak narrative...
Hema Malini secured her first Bollywood role through director K Subramanyan after her family relocated from Delhi to Madras. The filmmaker arranged a performance showcase for the aspiring actress when her mother sought opportunities for career advancement. Raj Kapoor discovered Malini through Subramanyan's recommendation while searching for southern talent following his Sangam project completion. Critics spread negative publicity about her acting abilities before her debut film release. Subramanyan defended his choice publicly, stating he would remove director from his professional title if she failed to achieve prominence.
The veteran actress recently celebrated the golden anniversary of her acclaimed film Sholay and plans to screen...
Actor Paresh Rawal transitioned from entertainment to politics when he secured a parliamentary seat for the Bharatiya Janata Party in Ahmedabad East in 2014. The Hera Pheri star discussed his political journey during a recent media interaction. He emphasized how leadership expectations have transformed since Prime Minister Narendra Modi assumed office. Politicians must demonstrate greater accountability compared to previous administrations, according to Rawal. The actor noted that the perceptions of an easy political life prevalent during the Congress era no longer apply under current governance.
Modi demands annual performance reports from all elected officials, according to the veteran performer. The Prime Minister maintains rigorous...
Religious ceremonies took place at Rajendra Prasad Ghat in Varanasi as supporters sought divine intervention for India's cricket team. Devotees conducted Ganga Aarti rituals while displaying photographs of national players and flags along the riverbank. Participants chanted religious and patriotic slogans during their prayers beside the sacred waters. Local enthusiast Rajesh Shukla compared the upcoming contest to warfare and predicted victory for his nation. Spiritual fervor mixed with sporting passion as worshippers requested strength from Lord Hanuman.
Cricket supporters throughout the country demonstrated similar optimism before the scheduled encounter. Mumbai residents praised specific players and highlighted exceptional current...
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