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As Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 nears its grand finale, tensions have intensified between contestants Ranvir Shorey and Sana Makbul. The latest clash occurred during a task, where Sana's comments about Ranvir's personal life, including his teenage son, led to a dramatic response. Bigg Boss OTT 3: Ranvir Shorey, previously married to actor-filmmaker Konkona Sen Sharma, and Sana Makbul have frequently clashed throughout the season. During a recent task, contestants were divided into teams. The task involved one contestant placing their head and hands in a setup while trying to maintain a smile despite the opposing team's efforts to make them lose it. When Ranvir participated, Sana made several personal jabs, questioning his priorities and referencing his son, who lives in the US. Sana's remarks included criticisms about Ranvir's dating life and financial intentions regarding the prize money. Her comments seemed to provoke Ranvir, leading him to give her the finger. Sana con

Ola Electric Mobility Limited, the Bengaluru-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has announced the price band for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO). The shares will be offered at a price range of Rs 72–76 each, with the IPO set to open for subscription on August 2 and close on August 6. Investors can bid for a minimum of 197 shares and in multiples of 197 shares thereafter. The company will raise Rs 6,145 crore at the upper end of the IPO price band and Rs 6,111 crore at the lower end IPO Details . Price Band: Rs 72–76 per share . IPO Opening Date: August 2 . IPO Closing Date: August 6 . Minimum Bid: 197 shares At the upper end of the price band, Ola Electric aims to raise Rs 6,145 crore, while the lower end targets Rs 6,111 crore. The IPO will consist of a fresh issue of up to Rs 5,500 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 8.49 crore shares worth Rs 645 crore. There is also a reservation for eligible employees. Use of Proceeds According to Bhavish Aggarwal, Cha

The Union Ministry of Education has unveiled new guidelines aimed at making learning more joyful and practical for students in Classes 6 to 8. Announced on the fourth anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, these guidelines introduce the concept of “bagless days” to enhance students’ learning experiences. Four books and lecture notes aimed at promoting Indian knowledge systems among students and teachers were also launched  What Are Bagless Days? Starting this academic year, students in Classes 6–8 will experience a 10-day period where they won’t carry their school bags. Instead, they will engage in hands-on learning by interning with local vocational experts such as carpenters, gardeners, potters, and more. This initiative is designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, helping students explore various vocational crafts and potential career paths. Key Highlights of the Guidelines Integration into Curriculum: The bagless days are mean

  PM Modi to Address CII Post-Budget Conference Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to speak at the “Journey Towards Viksit Bharat: A Post Union Budget 2024–25 Conference” organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in Delhi on Tuesday. The conference will showcase the government’s vision for growth and the role of industry in achieving it. Over 1,000 participants from various sectors, including industry, government, and diplomacy, will attend in person, with many more joining virtually from across the country and abroad. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the inaugural session of "Journey Towards Viksit Bharat: A Post Union Budget 2024-25 Conference" in Delhi on Tuesday. Opposition Rally for Kejriwal’s Release Meanwhile, at Jantar Mantar, the opposition-led INDIA bloc is holding a rally organized by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to protest the continued detention of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Despite his declining health, Kejriwal remains incarcerat

The Indian men’s hockey team faced Argentina in their second match of the Paris Olympics, resulting in a tense 1–1 draw. While Harmanpreet Singh’s last-minute equalizer saved India from a potential defeat, the team’s overall performance left much to be desired, particularly in terms of Penalty Corner (PC) conversion. Paris: India's captain Harmanpreet Singh celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Pool B hockey match between India and Argentina at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris, France, Monday, July 29, 2024.  Match Highlights India managed to take 15 shots on goal but only scored once, highlighting a sub-optimal 7% efficiency. The match against New Zealand saw a slightly better conversion rate, with India scoring thrice from 11 shots, resulting in a 27% efficiency. The stark difference in these statistics points to a significant area of concern for the team. Early Struggles In both matches, India conceded early goals, going down 0–1 against both New Zealand an

On Sanjay Dutt's birthday, July 29, yesteryear actress Saira Banu shared a delightful story from his childhood. Taking to Instagram, she reminisced about the time when a young Sanjay “proposed” to her, capturing the sweet bond they've shared over the years. Saira Banu wished Sanjay Dutt on his 65th birthday with a heartwarming note. Saira posted a touching photo of Sanjay with her late husband, the legendary Dilip Kumar, and wrote, “@duttsanjay has always been like family to me. From Ammaji to Aapaji, to Sahib, and to me, we’ve watched him grow from a tiny toddler into the remarkable person he is today.” Saira and Dilip Kumar enjoyed a close relationship with Sanjay’s parents, Sunil Dutt and Nargis Dutt. She recalled, “When Nargis Aapa would come to our house for functions, he would accompany her – this cute, good-looking kid… Nargis Ji would then shake his hands and say, ‘Chalo, Saira Ji ko bolo tum kya bolte ho mujhe? (Tell Saira ji, what you keep telling me)’. And then Sanju

In its Report on Currency and Finance (RCF) for 2023–24, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) highlighted the transformative yet challenging impacts of digitalisation on consumer behavior and financial systems. Released on Monday, the report underscores how the convenience and accessibility brought by digitalisation can also lead to impulsive spending, herd behavior, and heightened risks of data breaches. Digitalisation can also create a more complex and interconnected financial system with implications for financial stability. Benefits and Risks of Digitalisation Digitalisation undoubtedly enhances the ease with which consumers can access financial services. However, it also introduces new risks. The RBI report points out that the rapid spread of financial trends and choices through digital platforms can influence consumers to follow the crowd, leading to impulsive spending and herd behavior. This is particularly evident during market frenzies, where mass buying or selling of stocks can tr

Who is Pernia Qureshi? Pernia Qureshi is a dynamic figure renowned for her contributions to fashion, style, and entertainment. Hailing from Pakistan, she ventured into the realms of fashion, cinema, and entrepreneurship, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. Pernia Qureshi Fashion Entrepreneurship: In 2012, Pernia embarked on her entrepreneurial journey by launching Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, an e-commerce platform revolutionizing access to Indian fashion. This venture democratized high fashion, offering curated designer collections to a broader audience. Recently, she expanded her footprint with Saritoria, promoting sustainability and conscious consumption through preloved fashion. A Professional Dancer: Beyond business, Pernia Qureshi is a trained Kuchipudi dancer, showcasing her dedication to Indian classical arts. Despite managing multiple ventures, she passionately pursues her love for dance, captivating audiences with her performances. Stylist to the Stars: Pernia’s talent tran

In a surprising turn of events, the recent bypolls in Uttarakhand saw the Congress clinching victory in both Assembly seats, dealing a setback to the ruling BJP. Mahendra Bhatt, the BJP state president, acknowledged that fielding turncoat leaders from other parties was a strategic error that contributed to these losses. BJP state president Mahendra Bhatt, who took over as the Uttarakhand BJP chief two years ago, said at the state working committee meeting Monday that the losses were not as damaging as they seemed. Analysis of Bypoll Results Despite its resounding victory in the general elections earlier this year and its recent win in the 2022 Assembly polls, the BJP faltered in the bypolls. The party lost the Manglaur seat, historically challenging for them, and the religiously significant Badrinath seat, where they had previously held a strong position. Mahendra Bhatt, reflecting on the outcomes, stated, “In Manglaur, where historically we have struggled, we lost by just 422 votes… I

Tamil star Varalaxmi Sarathkumar recently tied the knot with entrepreneur Nicholai Sachdev in a beautiful ceremony in Thailand on July 3. The joyous occasion saw Varalaxmi sharing numerous wedding photos on social media, capturing the hearts of fans. In an inspiring move, Nicholai has announced that he and his 15-year-old daughter, Kasha, will be adopting Varalaxmi's name. Varalaxmi Sarathkumar tied the knot with Nicholai Sachdev on July 3. At a press conference in Chennai, Nicholai revealed that Varalaxmi had initially wanted to add "Sachdev" to her name post-marriage. However, he had a different idea. "She said that she wants to change her name after marriage. Of course, she’d never lose Sarathkumar in the middle, but she wanted to add Sachdev to her name. But, I will not have that," Nicholai stated firmly. Instead, Nicholai decided to honor Varalaxmi and her family's legacy by taking her name. He explained, “She will always remain and retain her name as V

In a significant move, whistleblowers from OpenAI have approached the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to investigate the company’s non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with employees. These whistleblowers allege that the agreements illegally restrict employees from speaking out about the potential risks associated with OpenAI's artificial intelligence technology, including the widely known ChatGPT. OpenAI said in a statement that its policies protect employees' rights to make protected disclosures. Whistleblowers' Complaint A formal letter addressed to SEC Chair Gary Gensler, representing one or more anonymous whistleblowers, was shared by US Senator Chuck Grassley's office with The Associated Press. The letter urges the SEC to enforce rules against NDAs that discourage employees or investors from raising concerns with regulators. It emphasizes the importance of protecting whistleblowers' rights to speak up without fear of retribution. "The policies and pr

The longstanding Cauvery river water dispute between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka has flared up once again. With the Congress-led Karnataka government's decision to release less water to Tamil Nadu than directed, Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister and DMK leader, M.K. Stalin, has voiced strong condemnation. In response, Stalin has announced an all-party meeting to discuss the next steps in this ongoing inter-state water conflict. On Sunday, Karnataka CM and Congress leader Siddaramaiah had said that his government was ready to release 8,000 cusecs of water from the Cauvery river every day to Tamil Nadu instead of the one TMC ft as directed by the CWRC.  Current Water Levels and Dispute As of Monday, Karnataka's four main dams hold a total of 75.586 TMC ft of water, while Tamil Nadu's Mettur reservoir contains only 13.808 TMC ft. Stalin accused Karnataka of betraying Tamil Nadu's farmers by not adhering to the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's (CWRC) directive to release

Veteran spinner Amit Mishra recently shared his thoughts on the contrasting personalities of India’s cricket captains, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. In an engaging conversation on YouTuber Shubhankar Mishra’s show 'Unplugged', Mishra highlighted how fame and success have changed Virat Kohli over the years. Cricketer Virat Kohli waves upon his arrival at New Delhi airport, Thursday, July 4, 2024. Indian cricket team returned home after India's title-winning campaign at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.  Mishra started by emphasizing his respect for Kohli as a cricketer, but he noted that their personal relationship has evolved significantly. “I have seen Virat change a lot. We had almost stopped talking. When you get fame and power, some people think that others are reaching out to them only for a purpose,” Mishra revealed. This change has affected their camaraderie, which was once quite strong. Reflecting on his bond with Rohit Sharma, Mishra had nothing but praise for the Indian

The grand wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant witnessed a spectacular gathering of Bollywood celebrities and global personalities, all dressed in traditional attire and celebrating with fervor. A viral video captures the Ambani family—Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani, Akash Ambani, Shloka Mehta, and the newlyweds Anant and Radhika—standing on stage for hours, personally greeting nearly 14,000 guests during a post-wedding function. The Ambani family personally met thousands of guests at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.  Photographer Viral Bhayani shared the moment on Instagram, highlighting the Ambani family's hospitality and the overwhelming turnout at the event. Another highlight from the festivities was Ananya Panday's spirited dance during Anant and Radhika’s Haldi ceremony. Dancing joyfully to Rahul Vaidya’s rendition of “Damadam Mast Kalandar,” Ananya’s infectious energy stole the show. Covered in haldi, she danced with abandon, capturing hearts and appl

Despite David Warner's openness to one last appearance with the ODI team in the 2025 Champions Trophy, Australian national selector George Bailey has confirmed that Warner will not be part of the squad for the tournament in Pakistan. Australia's David Warner celebrates with his medal after winning the ICC Cricket World Cup.  Warner had recently mentioned his willingness to return if needed, despite retiring from all formats of the game. However, Bailey clarified the situation, saying, "Our understanding is that David is retired, and he should be commended on what has been an incredible career across all three formats. Certainly, our planning is that he won’t be there in Pakistan." Bailey praised Warner's career, acknowledging his significant contributions to Australian cricket. "You never know when Bull’s joking… I think he’s just stirring the pot a bit. He’s had a wonderful career, can’t celebrate it enough, and think as time goes by, his legacy of what he h

Wholesale inflation in India has increased for the fourth consecutive month, reaching 3.36% in June. This rise is primarily attributed to the soaring prices of food articles, especially vegetables, along with manufactured items. In the fuel and power basket, inflation stood at 1.03 per cent, marginally lower than 1.35 per cent in May. The wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation stood at 2.61% in May, marking a significant increase from the -4.18% recorded in June 2023. According to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, "The positive rate of inflation in June 2024 is primarily due to the increase in prices of food articles, manufacture of food products, crude petroleum & natural gas, mineral oils, other manufacturing, etc." Key Highlights from the Data: Food Articles Inflation : Increased to 10.87% in June from 9.82% in May. Vegetables Inflation : Jumped to 38.76% in June from 32.42% in May. Onion Inflation : Surged to 93.35%. Potato Inflation : Rose to 66.37%. Puls

Over the past few months, speculation has been rife about Bollywood stars Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal expecting their first child. Photos of Katrina’s supposed ‘baby bump’ while on vacation in London further fueled the rumors. However, Vicky Kaushal has finally addressed these claims while promoting his upcoming film, Bad Newz , in Delhi. Vicky Kaushal refutes rumours of Katrina Kaif's pregnancy.  During a press conference, Vicky refuted the pregnancy rumors, assuring fans that they would be the first to know when there is actual news. "As far as the good news is concerned, we will be very happy to share it with you but for now, there is no truth to the speculations. Abhi Bad Newz enjoy kijiye, jab good news ayega to hum aapke saath zarur share karenge (Till then enjoy the film, Bad Newz and when we are ready with the good news, we will definitely share it with you)," he said. Vicky also talked about his plans for Katrina’s upcoming birthday on July 16. “It’s a speci