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Suniel Shetty has crafted one of the most compelling wealth creation stories in Bollywood by blending his cinematic fame with a pragmatic, India-first investment strategy. Born in Mulki near Mangaluru and raised partly in bustling Mumbai, Shetty’s early life was shaped by his family’s restaurant business and the hard-earned lessons that come with it. His father worked his way up from washing plates and cleaning tables to managing and owning restaurants, laying a foundation of discipline and grit that Suniel carried into both his film and business careers. Shetty burst onto the film scene with Balwaan in 1992, becoming one of Hindi cinema’s…
Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav is reported to own a diverse range of vehicles that combine comfort, practicality and performance. While the actor has not officially confirmed the full details of his garage, several media reports highlight a collection that includes both premium and utility-focused models. Among the vehicles linked to him is the BMW 5 Series, a luxury sedan known for its refined driving dynamics, advanced features and executive appeal. The model is a popular choice among celebrities seeking understated sophistication. For SUV enthusiasts, Yadav is said to own a Mahindra Thar, recognised for its off-road capabilities and bold design. He is also reportedly…
India’s urban transport ecosystem has undergone a major transformation over the past two decades, driven largely by the rapid expansion of metro rail systems. Leading this transformation is the Delhi Metro, which remains the largest metro network in India, covering nearly 395 km of operational routes and connecting key residential, commercial and industrial hubs across Delhi and adjoining regions. Launched in 2002, the Delhi Metro introduced world-class rapid transit standards to India. Known for punctuality, cleanliness and technological efficiency, it has become a model for metro projects across cities such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kochi. Collectively, India’s metro rail network has now surpassed 1,000 km in total operational length, placing the country among the world’s…
India began electrifying its railways in 1925 with a 1,500 Volt DC system running between Bombay Victoria Terminus and Kurla Harbour. While this first electric train covered only a short distance, it laid the foundation for more efficient rail transport in the country. Progress remained slow over the following decades, with steam and diesel locomotives dominating. By independence, only 388 route kilometers (RKMs) were electrified. Acceleration in Recent Years Significant strides were made in the last two decades, as Indian Railways focused on cleaner, more sustainable operations. Electrification advanced from roughly 1.42 km per day during 2004–2014 to about 15 km per day between…
Amazon Ring has introduced a new AI feature called Search Party for Dogs, designed to help reunite lost pets with their owners. The system uses neighborhood Ring cameras to scan for missing dogs and alert owners if a potential match is spotted. Since its launch, the feature has successfully helped bring home 99 dogs. How Search Party Works When a pet owner reports a missing dog through the Ring app, nearby outdoor Ring cameras start monitoring for animals that match the description. Using computer vision trained on tens of thousands of dog videos, the AI can identify breeds, sizes, fur patterns, and other distinguishing features. Unlike traditional methods like posters or social…
The Reliance Industries Ltd has been granted a general licence by the United States, allowing it to directly buy oil from Venezuela without breaching U.S. sanctions, according to sources. This licence permits Reliance to purchase, export, and refine Venezuelan crude that has already been produced, easing earlier restrictions on such transactions. This move comes as the U.S. has relaxed sanctions on Venezuela’s energy sector, including plans for a $2 billion oil supply deal with Caracas and a much larger effort to rebuild the country’s oil industry. With the licence in hand, Reliance — which had halted Venezuelan oil imports in…
India’s passport has seen a global improvement, rising to the 75th position in the latest Henley Passport Index, up from 85th last year. The index ranks passports based on the number of destinations their holders can visit without a prior visa. Indian travellers now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 56 countries, reflecting better international mobility. This higher ranking means Indian citizens can travel more easily for holidays, business, and cultural exchanges. Many countries across Asia, the Caribbean, Africa, and Oceania are now offering simpler entry options for Indian passport holders. India’s passport ranking has fluctuated over the past decade.…
Germany-based agribusiness company EW Group plans to invest ₹200 crore in India’s poultry sector over the next three years through its newly established subsidiary, Lohmann Layers India, according to company executives. The Indian arm was created under EW Group’s subsidiary, International Layer Distribution (ILD), by acquiring JK Breeders Pvt Ltd for an undisclosed amount. This move allows EW Group to operate directly in India rather than through a franchise model, which it had followed for over 15 years. Antonio Paraguassu, ILD’s managing director for Asia and Australia, said India is one of the fastest-growing poultry markets in the world. Establishing…
Thiruvananthapuram Airport has significantly enhanced its Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) capabilities with the induction of three state-of-the-art Panther CFT crash fire tenders supplied by Rosenbauer. Each of these high-performance vehicles is powered by a 700 HP engine and can accelerate from 0 to 80 km/h in under 30 seconds, ensuring that airport firefighting teams can respond almost instantly during critical emergencies. Designed for maximum operational efficiency, each tender carries 12,500 litres of water, 1,500 litres of firefighting foam, and 250 kg of dry chemical powder, allowing crews to tackle fires involving aircraft, fuel, and other hazards effectively. This substantial firefighting capacity strengthens the airport’s overall safety…
The ruling LDF government in Kerala has launched a series of major infrastructure projects worth hundreds of crores as the assembly elections approach. On Wednesday, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated initiatives totaling Rs 800 crore, marking another phase of the LDF’s ongoing ‘Vikasana Munneta Yatra’ or Development Progress March. The campaign focuses on development and welfare, with senior leaders like CPI(M) state secretary M.V. Govindan leading northern Kerala, Kerala Congress (M) chief Jose K. Mani in central Kerala, and CPI secretary Binoy Viswam in the south. The CPI(M)’s key allies, KC(M) and CPI, play central roles in mobilizing support across…