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The Railway Ministry announces the launch of a special ticket checking drive targeting unauthorised travellers from October 1-15 and October 25-November 10.During the special ticket checking drive, the railway ministry targeted illegal travellers including some police personnel. On September 20, the Ministry instructed the General Managers of 17 railway zones to take strict measures against ticketless travel, implementing provisions of the Railway Act of 1989. Railway officials said that an unannounced inspection between Ghaziabad and Kanpur a few days back discovered a large number of policemen travelling ticketless in AC coaches. This posed confrontational encounters when their tickets were sought.…
Two legends of Indian cinema, Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, came together for the audio launch of the new Tamil movie Vettaiyan on Friday. This was the first collaboration between these two icons after more than three decades since their last effort together in Hum. Evidently, the event has prompted Rajinikanth to reminisce about Bachchan’s journey through adversities, more particularly his financial crisis in the 1990s. Vivus Bankruptcy Rajinikanth remembered that in the case of Amitabh Bachchan, things went really bad for him when his venture, Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Limited, turned out to be a fiasco and put him into gigantic…
The founder of the Indian ed-tech giant Byju’s, Byju Raveendran has put into writing an open letter to employees in which he has expressed due apologies at not being able to make any payout concerning their hard work done by the company staff. He himself acknowledges the very tough circumstances the company has been facing but reassures employees that he has garnered some funds which would enable him to give a partial pay, as a token of appreciation towards the dedication shown by them. Dealing with Financial Difficulties Byju Raveendran highlighted the fact that the company, which valued at $22…
Megastar Konidela Chiranjeevi has been duly recorded in the Guinness World Records as the most prolific film star in Indian cinema. The representative of the Guinness World Records handed over the certificate to Chiranjeevi at an event held recently in Hyderabad. Guinness World Record The certificate from Guinness World Records proclaims Chiranjeevi the “most prolific film star in Indian Film Industry – actor/dancer,” and this recognition comes on 20 September 2024. Chiranjeevi was unprepared for the accolade of Guinness World Records, and he said, “I never thought I would get Guinness World Records. Of course, dance has become a part…
At the age of 30, Bhakti Modi has taken the industry by storm with her being the CEO of Tira, an omni-channel beauty platform of Reliance Retail. Her story reflects not only professional achievement but also the importance of relationships and strategic vision in transforming one of the world’s largest retail companies. A Swift Rise in Reliance Retail Bhakti Modi, taking over the reins of the highly valued Reliance Retail, at ₹8.4 lakh crore, depicts strategic thought and strong family ties. Her meteoric rise has brought about remarkable influence on how Reliance has set its space in beauty and the business of fashion. Bhakti Modi Early…
Nala, the richest cat in the world, has a net worth of ₹922 crores. From an Instagram post alone, she earns around ₹ 13 lakhs while many middle-class employees earn just that amount of money within their annual salaries, both in government and private sectors. The Adoption Story She was adopted by Varissiri Mathachittiphan. Her family affections call her Poochie. Poochie adopted Nala from a rescue centre in Los Angeles. According to Poochie, “We fell in love with her at first sight.” This is how she describes the instant attraction that they shared. Social Media Sensation Nala lives in California. Nala became an online…
Dr. Krishna Chivukula, an esteemed alumnus of IIT Madras, has made an unprecedented donation of ₹288 crores to his alma mater. This substantial contribution stands as one of the largest ever received by an educational institution in India and promises to bring transformative changes to the campus. Funding for Diverse Initiatives The donation will be utilised for a variety of initiatives at IIT Madras, including: A Remarkable Career Dr. Krishna Chivukula, who completed his M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras in 1970, has achieved notable success in the tech industry. He is the founder of Shiva Technologies Inc. and…
In January 2023, Japinder Kaur and Harpreet Singh Chadha celebrated their engagement with a stunning ceremony at Burj Khalifa. Japinder captivated the audience in a fairytale princess gown with intricate lace and a 5-metre-long trail, embodying royalty. The engagement rings were equally spectacular: Japinder’s 12-carat diamond ring with a golden band, and Harpreet’s 6-carat diamond ring on a platinum band. The Glamorous Roka Ceremony The roka ceremony took place at the luxurious Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, themed in white, gold, and pastels. Japinder dazzled in a pastel pink Swarovski gown, complemented by a diamond tiara and matching jewellery, including a…
India boasts of the world’s largest railway network. As many as 12,817 trains operate every day in Indian Railways. One-third of them carry 23 million passengers every day. Some earning services generate very high incomes. One such service is the Bengaluru Rajdhani Express, which earned a stupendous Rs 176 crore during 2022-23. Tejas Express Faces Financial Struggles While such success stories exist, Indian Railways haven’t had a smooth ride with all of its trains. The Tejas Express from Delhi to Lucknow and another service from Ahmedabad to Mumbai has incurred losses of significant values. As per data revealed by IRCTC,…
Tata Group’s Stryder Cycle has introduced two new e-bikes: the Voltic X, priced 16 percent lower than its original value, and the Voltic GO, which brings in a corresponding 12 percent price reduction. These two models are just fresh off the drawing board and represent a significant step forward in realizing the company’s vision for the company to contribute to sustainable mobility solutions for India, as the country readies itself to face air pollution and chaotic urban roads. Price and Features of the New E-Bikes The introductory prices for the Voltic X as well as the Voltic GO stand at…