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Mirzapur actor Shahnawaz Pradhan dies of heart attack

Agency News : Mumbai

Shahnawaz Pradhan, best known for featuring in series “Mirzapur” and movie “Raees”, has died following a heart attack, actor Yashpal Sharma said. He was in his late 50s. Pradhan complained of severe chest pain, fell unconscious and suffered a heart attack during an award function here on Friday evening. He was immediately rushed to Kokilaben Dhirubhai

Ambani Hospital but the doctors couldn’t revive him. Sharma, who was also present at the event, shared a note on Instagram detailing the incident. “Today I attended this program in Mumbai... Everything was going great... Hundreds of artists were present but shortly after receiving the award our beloved artist Shahnawaz had an attack..”

“The whole program stopped with the help of the people and the doctor picked him up and took him to Kokilaben Hospital which was the closest but no one could save him and he passed away... May his soul rest in peace and courage to the family,” Sharma wrote. Pradhan has played character roles in films “M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story”, “Khuda Haafiz”, “Raees” and “Phantom”; web series “The Family Man” and “Hostages”, and TV shows.

Twitter said on Friday it will allow only paid subscribers to use text messages as a two-factor authentication (2FA) method to secure their accounts. After March 20, “only Twitter Blue subscribers will be able to use text messages as their two-factor authentication method,” the company tweeted. Two-factor authentication, meant to make accounts more secure, requires an account holder to use a second authentication method in addition to a password. Twitter allows 2FA by text message, authentication app and a security key. The company believes phone-number-based 2FA is being abused by“bad actors,” according to a Wednesday blog post that the company’s tweet linked to. Twitter owner Elon Musk tweeted“Yup” in reply to a user tweet that the company was changing policy “because Telcos Used Bot Accounts to Pump 2FA SMS,” and that the company was losing $60 million a year “on scam SMS.” The blue check mark, previously free for verified accounts of politicians.

India’s forex reserves drop by $8.32 billion to $566.95 billion

Agency News : New Delhi

India’s forex reserves dropped by USD 8.319 billion to USD 566.948 billion for the week ended February 10, the RBI said on Friday. This is the second consecutive week of drop in the reserves after the USD 1.49-billion decrease in the previous reporting week. It can be noted that in October 2021, the country’s forex kitty had reached an all-time high of USD 645 billion. The reserves have been declining as the central bank deploys the kitty to defend the rupee amid pressures caused majorly by global developments. For the week ended February 10, the foreign currency assets, a major component of the reserves, decreased by USD 7.108 billion to USD 500.587 billion, according to the Weekly Statistical Supplement released by the RBI on Friday. Expressed in dollar terms, the foreign currency assets include the effect of appreciation or depreciation of non-US units like the euro, pound and yen held in the foreign exchange reserves. Gold reserves decreased for the second week running and were USD 919 million down to USD 42.862 billion, the RBI said. The Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) were also down by USD 190 million to USD 18.354 billion, the RBI said. The country’s reserve position with the IMF was down by USD 102 million to USD 5.145 billion in the reporting week, the apex bank data showed.

The Liger actor will next be seen in Puri Jagannadh’s Jana Gana Mana and Shiva Nirvana’s Kushi. After a poll on social media in December last year

Vijay Deverakonda sends 100 fans on a paid trip to Manali to fulfil his promise

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Actor Vijay Deverakonda has sent 100 of his fans on an all-expense-paid trip to Manali.

The Arjun Reddy actor has been sponsoring trips for his fans for the last few years. Taking to social media, Vijay posted a glimpse of his fans waiting to leave for the holiday spot in a plane. The video featured his

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in filmmaker Shoojit Sircar’s 2015 comedy drama “Piku”.

Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film also stars Amitabh Bachchan in a pivotal role. Bachchan and Padukone have previously starred in filmmaker Shoojit Sircar’s 2015 comedy drama “Piku”.

fans looking super excited about the trip. All of them were rooting and cheering for the actor.

After a poll on social media in December last year, the NOTA actor found out that his fans were more inclined towards taking trips to mountains. He decided to keep the tradition alive and send his fans to Manali. This is the fifth time Vijay is sending his fans on an all-expenses-paid trip.

Kitu Gidwani: ‘There is nostalgia for ‘80s and ‘90s TV shows’

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Actor Kitu Gidwani says she often misses the bygone era of 1980s and ‘90s, regarded as the golden age of television, and believes the onus is now on streamers to reach the same level of “creativity and intelligence”. Gidwani, whose acting credits include popular serials such as “Junoon”, “Swabhimaan” and “Shaktimaan”, said decades preceding 2000s was a creatively rich period for the small screen. Asked if she looked back fondly on the memories of ‘80s and ‘90s shows, Gidwani told PTI in an interview over phone: “There is definitely nostalgia for that time. It was a period of full creativity. You didn’t have a channel to bow down to. The producers were given free reign for their creativity. All kinds

The actress will be next seen in SonyLIV’s Potluck Season 2 and Sony TV show Hum of serials were produced whether it was by Doordarshan, DD Metro or the first few (satellite) channels like Zee.” “There was ‘Banegi Apni Baat’, ‘Ye Jo Hai Zindagi’, all kinds of nice comedies. You also had ‘Tamas’ by Govind Nihalani, fun thrillers. It was amazing. We have to achieve that level of creativity and intelligence in our streamers,” she added. As someone who has worked in theatre, TV, films and streaming platforms, the 55-year-old actor said today it’s all about churning out good content in different genres. She will next be seen in the second season of the web series “Potluck”, set to start streaming on SonyLIV from February 24. “The whole point of (digital) platforms is to provide a wide variety of content. Otherwise, you might as well go back to the 2000s and 2010s and do the typical ‘saas-bahu’ serials. I would urge all producers and OTT platforms to give a wide variety of content and not follow the herd like television,” the actor said.

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Aviva Life Insurance, India’s most trusted private life insurance company, announced the launch of the Aviva Signature Guaranteed Income Plan. The non-linked, non-participating savings life insurance plan is designed to provide customers with a comprehensive solution to help them build long-term wealth while saving tax, and guaranteeing a steady income stream in the long run. Mr. Vinit Kapahi, Head of Marketing, said, “Our new Aviva Signature Guaranteed Income Plan aims to meet the diverse financial needs of policyholders at different phases of their lives.The plan willenable guaranteed, taxfree, long-term, risk-free wealth accumulation and income in a single offering, providing peace of mind and financial security.With four variants to choose from and a range of premium and policy term options, we aim to empower a wide range of customers to achieve their financial goals with confidence and peace of mind.”

Anil Kapoor is a master of all trades and The Night Manager proves it!

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Anil Kapoor’s ‘The Night Manager’ is finally out now. The thrill & excitement to see Anil Kapoor as the antagonist was unmatched. . It’s not often that viewers are rooting for an antagonist & waiting eagerly for his screen timing. Even at the age of 66, Anil Kapoor is complimenting his co-stars and looking like a million bucks.

With over four decades in the Indian film industry, there is no character, Anil Kapoor can’t shoulder. Just last year, after all the praise he got for his fabulous performance in Jug Jug Jeeyo and critical acclaim in Thar, critics are yet again raving about his stellar act in The Night Manager. One user said, “iI always knew he had range but this man somehow played Majnu Bhai AND Shelly Rungta i am in awe Another user said,”The never getting old man is killing it 100

Shilp Aarambh Gift City Run 2023 organized by Sneh Shilp Foundation aims to ignite a change

Aditi Rao Hydari Is A Vision To Behold In The Trailer Of Taj: Divided By Blood

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Sunvilla News: Ahmedabad all the shades that the character demands, you play them with much perfection A user also said,”#TheNightManager is a wonderful adaptation by Sandeep Modi, Priyanka Ghose & Sridhar Raghavan. #AnilKapoor jhakkas as always. With over four decades in the industry, there is no character, Anil Kapoor can’t shoulder. Speaking of his upcoming projects, Anil Kapoor has Animal with Ranbir Kapoor & Fighter with Hrithik Roshan & Deepika Padukone in the pipeline.

Bisleri International unveils its 2025 sustainability goals for plastic recycling and water conservation with Bisleri Greener Promise

Sunvilla News: Ahmedabad

Bisleri International Pvt Ltd, India’s leading mineral water company, has strengthened its sustainability strategy by launching ‘Bisleri Greener Promise.’ The sustainability philosophy focuses on creating a greener future by reinforcing and implementing programs in recycling, water conservation and sustainability. Speaking about the organization’s commitment towards sustainability and Bisleri Greener Promise, Angelo George, CEO, Bisleri International Pvt Ltd, said, “At Bisleri International, we develop solutions that fuel business growth and, at the same time, address environmental challenges. We are in constant pursuit of creating a positive impact, and

Colossa Ventures leads Pre-Series A round in Vioma Motors with a 10% stake

Sunvilla News: Ahmedabad

Colossa Ventures LLP, focusses on investing in ‘womenfirst’ businesses,, leads the PreSeries A round in Vioma Motors, an e-mobility startup, garnering a 10% stake. BRTSIF, the existing investor, is also expected to participate in this round. Vioma Motors has developed an indigenous smart electric twowheeler offering an unparalleled range of about 400 km on a single charge. This incomparable range is achieved by pioneering a battery technology which can generate charge while riding and contribute it back to the main battery pack, and hence provide

“At Bisleri International, we develop solutions that fuel business growth and, at the same time , address environmental challenges continue to integrate our business strategy with sustainability goals. Thus, ensuring that we operate purposefully and responsibly. Innovations in packaging will continue to be our focus for the next three years and we aim to be ready for the guidelines on reuse targets stipulated by the Government.”

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To commemorate the strong resolve of “Drugs Free India” on the occasion of 75th year of our Independence and in order to adopt a Zero Tolerance Policy against Narcotics which the Ministry of Home Affairs has adopted under the able leadership of our Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the organizers of Shilp Aarambh Gift City Run 2023 organized a Press Conference today to announce their preparations of the forthcoming Marathon which is the only Marathon in Ahmedabad professing a drug free society and which promises to ignite a change towards a drugs - free future. Shilp Aarambh marathon which is a run for a compelling cause is an Initiative of Sneh Shilp Foundation which is supported by Gujarat Police and it promises to have representation from Hon’ble Union and State Government, Narcotics Control Bureau of India, Development Commissioner, Gift SEZ and from Gift City, Gandhinagar. Under the able mentorship of Race Director Shri Surpreet Singh Khalsa, more than 20,000 marathoners are expected to participate in the 5Kms, 10Kms and 21Kms Marathon .

Ministry of Rural Development and Meesho sign MoU to onboard rural women as online sellers

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The Ministry of Rural Development and Meesho, India’s only true online marketplace, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to drive digital inclusion of all women registered under State Rural Livelihood Missions (SRLMs) and enable them to sell online. The partnership will give impetus to Meesho’s ongoing efforts to onboard rural women entrepreneurs in various states and enable them to launch and grow their businesses online. Over the last few months, Meesho has tied up with several government-run self-help groups (SHGs), such as Sanjeevini - Karnataka State Rural Livelihood Mission and UMEED - Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission. Sanjeev Barnwal, Co-founder and CTO,

‘Sonu Sood Thali’ Named After the Messiah Of Common Man Sonu Sood

Sunvilla News: Ahmedabad superior characteristics compared to commonly used Lithium-ion batteries. Vioma’s two-wheeler with its energy regeneration system has been conceptualised, designed and manufactured indigenously, with low dependence on imports. Founded in 2020 by an industrious team of Aerospace Engineers Varsha Anoop, Shomick Mohanty, Ummesalma Babuji, and techsavvy chartered accountant Hozefa Irani, Vioma Motors addresses rising fuel rates and climate upheaval by introducing environmentally friendly, bestin-class E- scooters specifically designed to resolve the charging infrastructure problem in India.

Five ways to face and beat the stress before and during the 2023 board examinations

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Educationist and founder of the TreeHouse chain of schools, Rajesh Bhatia offers insights that can help 10th and 12th graders to fare well in their exams After two years of online and hybrid assessment, 10th and 12th-grade students are gearing up to finally face a major offline examination this month. This cannot be a stress-free time for students who went through a challenging time during the pandemic. In fact, the 2022 Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2022, found a decline in reading and maths levels of school-going children post the pandemic. Educationists have also found how two years of online classes have affected children’s writing and reading abilities and this has increased their anxiety and decreased their confidence level.

Messiah of every common man, Sonu Sood was once again honored at the restaurant, Gismat Jail Mandi near Kondapur, Hyderabad launched the biggest plate in India ‘Sonu Sood Plate’ across all 17 branches for the man with the biggest heart. Sonu Sood appreciated Gismat Jail Mandi restaurant for coming up with such an innovative idea around food that’ll only enhance joy among people. The founder of the restaurant Gautamy Choudary also added that it’s named after actor Sonu Sood because the actor has a big heart. Speaking of the Sonu Sood plate, it can accommodate as

Meesho, said, “We are honoured to partner with the Ministry of Rural Development on our mission to democratise internet commerce for everyone. Women entrepreneurship is key to India vision of becoming a $5 trillion economy and, over the years, Meesho has empowered lakhs of them to succeed in the online world and achieve financial independence. This partnership will amplify our efforts in that direction, unlocking the power of internet commerce for their social and economic growth.

Aditi Rao Hydari is known for delivering stellar performances on-screen. Her grace & elegance always steal the show. After a spell bounding performances in various projects, the latest on the block is Taj: Divided by blood. The trailer of the series is finally out now. The trailer showcases three brothers who are completely different from each other & on the path of finessing their skills to become the next king. However, they have to give up the thing they love the most. Aditi Rao’s glimpses from the trailer as Anarkali scream elegance & beauty. Her moment dancing in a white Anarkali is a definite show stealer. We can’t wait to see her when the series finally releases. Aditi looks ethereal in her character & takes our breath away with her beauty. The audience have also praised how delicate yet fierce she is. Will Anarkali get the love of her life or will she loose it all? Well, we can’t wait to witness. The series starrs Naseeruddin Shah as Akbar, Aashim Gulati as Prince Salim, and Rahul Bose as Mirza Hakim. The series is jointly directed by Ronald Scalpello, Vibhu Puri, and Prashant Singh. The series is all set to release on March 3rd 2023.

Prevest DenPro has reported a net profit of Rs 3.59 crore in the third quarter of FY23, an increase of 8 per cent QoQ, the company informed the exchange in a regulatory filing. The company net profit in the September quarter stood at Rs 3.33 crore. The net profit in the OctoberDecember quarter of FY22 was Rs 3.75 crore. The Jammu-based dental products manufacturer net sales increased to Rs 12.26 crore during the December quarter as compared to Rs 11.41 crore during the same quarter a year ago. In the July- September quarter of FY23, the company net sales stood at Rs 11.44 crore. Its total expenses during the quarter under review rose to Rs 74.8 crore from Rs 66.6 crore a year ago period.

Ahmedabad Defenders go past Mumbai Meteors to get second win of season

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Ahmedabad Defenders defeated the Mumbai Meteors 14-15, 15- 12, 15-14, 15-13, 1514 in the second season of the RuPay Prime Volleyball League powered by A23 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad on Friday. For his tremendous performance, Angamuthu was named as the Player of the Match. Mumbai Brandon Greenway began changing the direction of the ball quickly to trouble Ahmedabad. With libero Ratheesh holding things in the backcourt, Mumbai took an early lead. The moment Angamuthu took charge of the service, Ahmedabad found an opening. Mumbai defence found it hard to face Angamuthu spikes. But a timely review call from the Meteors helped Mumbai take control of the proceedings.

Skill based online gaming platform Zupee ropes in Salman Khan as brand ambassador

Sunvilla News: Ahmedabad many as 12 members of a family to feast all at once. It also has a variety of food which has us drooling. This unique idea has already become a raging success in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana. Families have flocked to the restaurant just to eat the Sonu Sood plate & enjoyed it to their hearts content. At the launch, fans were present at the restaurant to just catch a glimpse of the actor, click selfies & thank him for his humanitarian work he’s been doing non-stop.

FMC introduces drone spray servicesfor farmers in India

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FMC Corporation, an agricultural sciences company, today announced that it has launched drone spray services for farmers in India. Approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the government body responsible for the regulation of air transport services in India, the drone serviceisexpected to improve farm productivitywhile reducing the need for manual labour.

FMC’s drone spray service can be accessed through the FMC India farmer app, which supports seven regional Indian languages. The service is currently available in Andhra Pradesh and will be available in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra by month-end. Mr. Ravi Annavarapu, President, FMC India said, “As technology continues to evolve in the agriculture sector, drones are expected to constitute 2 per cent of the total agricultural machinery spend in the country by the end of year 2030. In this pilot phase, FMC will leverage our deep global knowledge and expertise in drone application for the benefit of the Indian farming community.

Zupee, one of India’s fastest growing online skill-based gaming platforms, today announced the biggest superstar Salman Khan, as its brand ambassador. With this association, Zupee aims to expand its presence in the growing skill based online gaming space and pave the way to establish skill based gaming as the most preferred form of meaningful entertainment. Speaking on the partnership, Zupee’s founder and CEO, MrDilsher Singh Malhi, said“We are thrilled to have Salman Khan on board as our brand ambassador. Zupee’s portfolio of skill based casual and board games are enjoyed by a diverse set of audiences. His mass appeal cuts across borders, demographics and cultures, as one of the most loved and iconic stars in the country. We are certain that this association will help in deepening consumer connect and propelling Zupee’s vision of bringing joy to players lives through meaningful entertainment.

Samsung Announces 2023 Line-up of WindFree™ ACs; Embrace the Wind Free Life for Powerful Cooling and Perfect Comfort

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Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of its 2023 range of air conditioners, including its premium WindFree™ air conditioners.The new range addresses consumers’ demand for a powerful air conditioner that combines fast cooling, clean air, energy efficiency and convenience with great aesthetics, effortlessly.

“We are excited to introduce our new line-up of air conditioners, which providespowerful cooling and perfect comfort. These air conditioners are not only powerful cooling machines but also come with various features such as multi-stage filtration, low energy consumption and intelligent AI-enabled controls that adjust the cooling based on the room temperature to take consumers’ experience a notch higher.

Besides, the WindFree™ series has a unique ‘no wind’ feature that gently and quietly distributes cool air,”saidMohandeep Singh, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics Business, Samsung India.

Angamuthu range of skills continued to force Mumbai towards the back line and seeing an opening, Danial Moatazedi troubled the Meteors with powerful serves. Mumbai made unforced errors and Ahmedabad found a way back into the contest. Karthik leadership was tested after miscommunications with Aravindhan cost Mumbai crucial points. Manoj became the key for the Defenders as he started setting up the balls on platters to his attackers for spikes. With Amit Gulia in the middle, Meteors implemented a threeman block line and their defence improved. But Angamuthu remained unstoppable and the Defenders maintained their momentum.

Akshar Yoga creates triple Guinness World Records in 3 Yoga Asanas

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One of the most prestigious institutions in India for Yoga, the Akshar Yoga Research and Development Centre, achieved yet another feat on Saturday, 11th February 2023 with over 500 people performing three different Asanas to enter the Guinness Book of World Records. The event conducted as part of the Mandala Yoga Festival in Bengaluru saw the participants performing Vashishtasana, Ushtrasana and Halasana Asanas under the aegis of revered Yoga and spiritual mentor Himalayan Siddha Akshar. Presided over by Honourable Minister of Higher Education, Dr C. N. Ashwath Narayan, it was the largest group ever to simultaneously perform 3 yoga Asanas to create 3 new Guinness World Records.

Embrace the power of your mind with aujasya by the leela

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The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts today launched the second pillar of their signature wellness programme - Aujasya by The Leela–“Renew-Mindfulness.” The programme has been curated in partnership with ThinkRight.me by JetSynthesys, India’s leading meditation and mindfulness platform guiding people to live a happy and balanced life. Speaking on the launch, Anjali Mehra, Chief Brand Officer and Senior Vice President Marketing, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts said, “The challenges of today’s worldoften lead to disruption inour lives. Through Aujasya by The Leela we have made acommitmentto give control back to our guests and empowerthem to take informed choices towards prioritizing their wellbeing. Encouraged by the response to our first pillar RestoreFood and Nutrition,we are delighted to expand our offering with the launch of the second pillar Renew – Mindfulness. We are excited to partner withThinkRight.me for developing this online platform and hope that with this we are able to bring a sense of calm, joy and balance in the lives of our guests when they stay with us.” Inspired by the ancient Sanskrit word that describes “vigour of life”, Aujasya by The Leela is a wellness programme designed as an authentic and holistic journey. Built on the 2 Rs of wellbeing Restore- Food and Nutrition and Renew – Mindfulness.