S. Jaishankar and Anita Anand engaged in their first phone conversation, signaling a potential reset in India-Canada relations. Discussions centered on strengthening economic cooperation and pursuing shared priorities following recent strains. The call comes after a period of tension marked by allegations and diplomatic expulsions, with both nations now exploring avenues for improved ties and new high commissioners.
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Actor Soori, currently starring in 'Maaman', has passionately appealed to fans to shun piracy, emphasizing the immense effort behind filmmaking. He highlighted that each film embodies the dedication of numerous individuals, from story creation to post-production. Soori expressed disappointment over illegal downloads, stating that piracy undermines years of hard work and creativity.
Delhi Capitals concluded their IPL campaign victoriously, defeating Punjab Kings by six wickets, highlighted by Sameer Rizvi's explosive, unbeaten 58 off 25 balls. Rizvi's maiden IPL half-century propelled DC to chase down a challenging 207-run target. Earlier, Shreyas Iyer's 53 and Marcus Stoinis's quickfire 44 powered Punjab Kings to a formidable total, despite DC's ultimately successful chase.
Microfinance institutions are facing significant stress, with listed MFIs reporting losses or decreased profits in the March quarter due to factors like deteriorating asset quality and rising credit costs. The sector's GNPA ratio has surged to 16%. Despite these challenges, a conservative projection estimates a growth of 12-15% for the microfinance sector in FY26.
At the audio launch of film 'Thug Life,' Simbu emotionally thanked Mani Ratnam for his support during a difficult period. He recounted his childhood admiration for Ratnam and how the director offered him a role when others hesitated due to industry skepticism. Simbu expressed immense gratitude for Ratnam's faith in him, especially when facing a potential ban from new projects.
Actor Mukul Dev's recent passing at 54 has brought renewed attention to his final Instagram post. The post, featuring a video from an aircraft cockpit, included lyrics from Pink Floyd's 'Brain Damage,' creating a haunting echo. Before his acting career, Mukul was a trained pilot and ran an aeronautical training institute, showcasing his lifelong passion for aviation alongside his versatile acting roles in multiple film industries.
NSPCL Bhilai and Raipur Municipal Corporation have partnered to conserve water. NSPCL will utilize 18 million litres of treated water daily from the Chandandih Sewage Treatment Plant. This initiative, aligned with AMRUT and Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Groundwater Conservation Mission, aims to reduce NSPCL's reliance on fresh water and groundwater sources.
In Kidwai Nagar, a drunk driver, Mohak Kayal, caused a severe accident late Friday night, critically injuring three people, including a young girl. Kayal's speeding car hit a rickshaw carrying a family and then crashed into a snack shop after colliding with a parked car. Police have arrested Kayal and are investigating the incident.
The Chhattisgarh High Court invalidated the appointment of Dr. Shailendra Kumar Patel as Registrar of Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, citing his lack of requisite experience under the amended Chhattisgarh Vishwavidyalaya Adhiniyam. Justice Amitendra Nath Prasad dismissed Dr. Patel's writ petitions, emphasizing that selection doesn't guarantee appointment if eligibility criteria aren't met. The court upheld the state's argument that Dr.
Alan Yentob, the influential British broadcasting figure behind acclaimed BBC content, has died at 78. Joining the BBC in 1968, he shaped arts and comedy programming, launching shows like Absolutely Fabulous. Celebrated for series like Arena and his Bowie documentary, Cracked Actor, Yentob's career also faced controversy, but his contributions to the arts were widely recognized.