Day: September 14, 2026

““Ganpati Is a No-Guilt Festival for Me”: Ashmita Bakshi on Her Love for Bappa

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: For actress Ashmita Bakshi, Ganesh Chaturthi is more than just a festival—it is an emotion deeply rooted in her life in Mumbai. The actress, who is currently seen in 108 Base Hospital- URI, says the city’s love for Ganpati makes the festival feel almost larger than life. “Ganesh Chaturthi has been very close to my heart as I am from Mumbai. People here celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi as their own festival irrespective of their religion. It is definitely no less than Diwali. In fact, I feel it is bigger than…

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AIIMS Rae Bareli Completes Two Years of e-Sanjeevani and Tele-MANAS Services, Over 4.46 Lakh Patients Benefited

Arijit Bose

Rae Bareli: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rae Bareli, has completed two successful years of its e-Sanjeevani and Tele-MANAS digital health services, marking a significant milestone in expanding access to specialist healthcare through technology. During the two-year period, a total of 4,46,201 patients received consultations and medical services through the digital platforms. The services were introduced with the objective of making specialist medical consultation more accessible, particularly for patients living in remote and rural areas. Initially launched with 10 OPD services, the programme has been progressively expanded.…

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Exclusive Interview: Priyamvada Kant on Transformative Roles, Resilience and the Art of Staying Curious

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Priyamvada Kant has carved a distinctive space for herself in Indian television through performances that have moved comfortably between comedy, drama, mythology, family stories and contemporary characters. From the reality-show spotlight of Splitsvilla to the much-loved historical comedy Tenali Rama, and from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Sasural Simar Ka to Santoshi Maa and Tera Mera Saath Rahe, her journey reflects an actor willing to explore rather than be confined by a particular image. A trained classical dancer, Kant entered acting without a formal acting background and gradually…

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ASUS Partners with Rajiv Talreja to Strengthen Expert Series Commitment to MSMEs

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: ASUS India has announced a long-term partnership with MSME expert and Quantum Leap founder Rajiv Talreja, who will serve as a mentor for the MSME segment. The collaboration aims to strengthen the ASUS Expert Series promise of “Built for Worry-Free Business” and help Indian small and medium-sized businesses build globally competitive capabilities. The partnership is designed to encourage MSME leaders to rethink how they use business PCs and help them overcome technology-related challenges so they can focus more effectively on sustainable business growth. MSMEs are among India’s major employment-generating…

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Bandhan Bank Launches Credit Card Portfolio with Four Variants

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Bandhan Bank has launched its credit card portfolio in partnership with Mastercard, marking a significant step in the bank’s journey towards offering innovative and inclusive financial solutions. The new portfolio comprises four variants — Sparks, Ignite, Flair and Lumina — designed to address different customer segments, spending patterns and lifestyle preferences. The cards were unveiled in the presence of Bandhan Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Partha Pratim Sengupta, Mastercard India and South Asia President Gautam Aggarwal, Bandhan Bank Executive Director and Chief Business Officer Rajinder Kumar Babbar,…

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“Performing Qawwali for the First Time Was a New and Exciting Experience”: Anil Kapoor on India Ke Top 1%

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Star Plus has released the latest music video for India Ke Top 1% – The Anil Kapoor Show, adding a lively musical dimension to the upcoming reality show produced by Banijay Asia. The upbeat Qawwali-themed track features host Anil Kapoor and has been choreographed by renowned choreographer Ganesh Acharya. The release follows the unveiling of the show’s teaser and is expected to further build anticipation ahead of its premiere. Talking about the song and his experience of performing Qawwali for the first time, Anil Kapoor said the musical sequence…

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B.R. Chopra’s Mahabharat Returns to Television on Shemaroo TV

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Decades after it became a landmark television phenomenon, B.R. Chopra’s iconic Mahabharat is set to return to television, giving viewers an opportunity to revisit the epic while introducing its timeless characters and values to a new generation. Shemaroo TV will begin airing the acclaimed mythological series from September 14 at 7 pm every day. The return is expected to reconnect long-time viewers with the memorable characters, relationships and dramatic episodes of the series, while offering younger audiences an opportunity to experience one of the most celebrated television adaptations of…

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Anurag Kashyap Backed Children’s Film, ‘Little Thomas’ with Gulshan Devaiah & Rasika Dugal, Locks October 23 for Theatrical Release

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Where do babies come from? For seven-year-old Thomas, the answer is simple: his parents just need to kiss. That innocent premise drives Anurag Kashyap-produced Little Thomas, the upcoming feature starring Gulshan Devaiah and Rasika Dugal, which has locked its nationwide theatrical release for October 23. Directed by Kaushal Oza and produced by Luminoso Pictures, Civic Studios, Good Bad Films, and Ranjan Singh’s Flip Films and Anurag Kashyap, the feature stars child artiste Hridansh Parekh as Little Thomas. The film marks Kashyap’s first foray into children’s cinema since his 2007…

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Breaking the Wall of Superstition to Turn Organ Donation into a Mass Movement

Arijit Bose

By Dr Atul Malikram, Political Strategist Thousands of people across India wait every year for organ transplants, while many organs that could save lives are lost after death because they are not donated. Despite the potential to give critically ill patients a second chance at life, organ donation continues to be surrounded by misconceptions and superstitions. Madhya Pradesh presents a particularly concerning picture. With a population of more than 80 million, Madhya Pradesh has relatively low participation in organ donation. In 2023, India recorded 16,542 organ transplants, with Madhya Pradesh…

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Akhilesh Yadav Meets Western UP Farmers and Khap Leaders in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Samajwadi Party national president and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav met a delegation of farmers and representatives of several khaps from western Uttar Pradesh at the Samajwadi Party state headquarters in Lucknow on Monday. Samajwadi Party national secretary and former cabinet minister Rajendra Chaudhary and state president Shyam Lal Pal were also present. Interacting with the farmers, Yadav said the Samajwadi Party was “the party of farmers” and described the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections as particularly important for the farming community and its future. Yadav accused…

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