Kanika on her TV hiatus and life as a single mom
Actress Kanika Maheshwari took a break from television after ‘Dil Diyaan Gallaan’ ended in 2023 to focus on her 10-year-old son as a single parent.
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Government proposes to make violation of online money game rules non-bailable; draft rules ban ….
The government has proposed making online money gaming rule violations non-bailable offences, holding entire company staff liable. Draft rules under the PROG Act, 2025, empower authorized officers to conduct warrantless searches and arrests for prohibited online money gaming activities and financial facilitation. Public feedback is invited until October 31 on these stringent new regulations.
United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee bans transgender from women’s events, citing Donald Trump order
Following President Trump’s executive order, the USOPC has banned transgender women from competing in women’s Olympic and Paralympic events, effective July 2025. Citing the need for fair and safe competition, the policy change aligns with federal mandates and mirrors similar adjustments within the NCAA. This decision arrives as Los Angeles prepares to host the 2028…
Vijay and Fatima’s ‘Shehar Tere’ wins hearts
The first song, ‘Shehar Tere’, from ‘Gustaakh Ishq’, starring Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh, has been released. Composed by Vishal Bhardwaj with lyrics by Gulzar, the soulful track has garnered significant praise from fans for its emotional depth. The film, set in Purani Dilli and Punjab, is slated for a November 21, 2025 release.
Kiran Juneja says she was not the ‘home breaker’ as she opens up on marriage with ‘Sholay’ director Ramesh Sippy after his divorce with first wife Geeta
Kiran Juneja, recognized for her roles in ‘Buniyaad’ and ‘Mahabharat,’ married ‘Sholay’ director Ramesh Sippy, despite their 17-year age difference. Juneja clarified she wasn’t a home-breaker, as Sippy was already separated from his first wife, Geeta. She admired Sippy’s humility and respectful nature, and considers his children from his first marriage as her own.
‘Son of Sardaar 2’ actor Deepak Dobriyal admits to rejecting typecast roles, confesses that it ‘has come at a high cost’
Deepak Dobriyal, known for films like ‘Omkara’ and ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, revealed he often refuses similar comic roles to avoid typecasting. He said showing his full range comes at a high cost, choosing quality over quantity. Recently, he appeared in ‘Son of Sardaar 2’.
How to detect fake cumin and mixed pulses at home and protect your health
Indian kitchens face a growing threat as cumin and pulses are increasingly adulterated with harmful substitutes. These fake ingredients, including grass seeds and artificial colours, not only spoil food flavour but pose health risks. Simple home tests and smart buying habits can help consumers identify these impurities and protect their families from potential long-term harm.
Odisha horror: 5 teens ‘sodomise’, kill 12-year-old; dump body in septic tank
In Nayagarh, police have apprehended five juveniles for the alleged sexual abuse and murder of a 12-year-old madrassa student. The investigation revealed a prior attempt on the boy’s life in August. The accused, aged 13-15, reportedly strangled the victim after he threatened to expose their actions, disposing of his body in a septic tank.
Suakati gram panchayat in Keonjhar district wins jury award for innovative e-governance
Suakati gram panchayat in Keonjhar district received the ‘jury award’ at the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2025 for its innovative use of technology to enhance governance and service delivery. The panchayat digitised essential services through platforms like Odisha One and Seva Odisha, ensuring 24×7 access and real-time tracking, setting a benchmark for effective digital…