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Banking on attention: The need for BFSI marketing to engage customers between UPI and Instagram
The financial services sector is at a pivotal juncture as India moves closer to its Digital Bharat vision, with the expectations of a generation of digital natives reshaping legacy institutions. The FINIXX Summit & Awards 2025, which has as its forward-thinking topic "Reimagining BFSI: Powering Digital Bharat Goals," put this change front and center.In order to examine the changing relationship between technology, trust, and consumer engagement in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) industry, a diverse group of marketing experts, digital strategists, and financial innovators convened for the summit.Experts discussed how rapidly changing consumer behavior is upending traditional marketing strategies in a fascinating panel titled "The Next-Gen BFSI Consumer: Understanding & Engaging Digital-First Audiences." They also discussed what it will take to foster trust, loyalty, and meaningful engagement in an increasingly app-first and attention-deficit world. The panel, which was presided over by Teamology Softech and Media Services Vice President of Growth and Strategy Lawrence Suchitha, included marketing directors from top BFSI institutions: VP of Digital Marketing at HDFC Bank, Aashir Allana AVP of Social Media Marketing at Tata Capital, Nikita Dilip Gupta SBI General Insurance's Head of Marketing and CSR, Rathin Lahiri Varun Mundra, Motilal Oswal Financial Services' Head of Media & Innovations Vishal Lohia, Hybrid Associate Director of Sales."The BFSI landscape has decisively moved from branch-first to app-first engagement," said Lawrence Suchitha, who opened the debate. Consumers of today need digital experiences that are quick, simple, and integrated—all while maintaining the transparency and trust that have traditionally characterized our industry. "The next-gen customer has never seen a passbook or stepped inside a branch," said Aashir Allana of HDFC Bank, emphasizing the point. They view the bank as an app rather than a physical establishment.Allana asserts that modern consumers evaluate their banking experiences by comparing them to Netflix, Amazon, and Zepto rather than other banks. "They want Zepto-level speed and Netflix-level personalization." Despite their impatience and impulsivity, they have a strong research bent. They expect the application procedure to take three minutes, but they will spend hours comparing credit cards. He pointed out that because of this behavioral mismatch, marketers must reach users "somewhere between Instagram and a UPI app."
Published 16 Oct 2025 05:15 PM
As Q3 growth jumps 5.7%, Arthur Sadoun praises Publicis' AI-powered pace.
Building on its impressive organic growth of +5.7% for the third quarter of 2025 (Q3'25), Publicis Groupe has increased its prediction for organic growth for the entire year. The quarter's great performance outperformed the first half of 2025's high growth of +5.4%.The business has increased its forecast for organic growth in the full year (FY) 2025 to a new range of +5% to +5.5%. This represents an improvement over the original estimate of +4% to +5%. A number of factors, including consistent client spending (without any significant budget cuts or slowdowns) and growing demand for its AI-powered goods and services, underpin the decision to increase the outlook. Long-term scope development with current clients, a robust business environment for new ventures, and a more advantageous competitive environment are all important growth drivers.Arthur Sadoun, Publicis Groupe's chairman and CEO, "Q3 was yet another excellent quarter, exceeding forecasts, with no slowdown in customer demand. At Publicis, we are proving that artificial intelligence is not a pipe dream but rather a current reality that is propelling our expansion. We are demonstrating once more how our distinct AI-powered methodology may help us acquire market share and establish ourselves as a Category of One. We achieved organic growth of +5.7%, which significantly widened the gap with our counterparts by over 700bps2. In addition to not seeing any significant reductions in marketing expenditures, we also witnessed a surge in demand for our AI-powered goods and services. This was evident in our Epsilon-powered Connected advertising initiatives, which had high single-digit growth as a result of our capacity to use AI to link influencers, commerce, and paid advertising. Due to the growing demand for customized content, our AI production platform experienced double-digit growth. Additionally, Publicis Sapient maintained its favorable results for the second consecutive quarter thanks to our capacity to create agentic networks for clients that are looking to de-silo their own businesses.We anticipate that this upward trend will continue throughout Q4. Because of this, we are comfortable raising the higher end of our prediction to +5.5% for our 2025 organic growth guidance. Additionally, we are reporting that our already industry-leading margin has improved to just over 18% throughout the course of the year. With net new billings for the first nine months of the year already surpassing our 2024 total, we are now planning for 2026 because of our unparalleled new business track record. For the seventh consecutive year, we anticipate outperforming the industry the following year. I want to express my gratitude to our teams for their exceptional work in getting us to this point and to our clients for their ongoing trust.
Published 14 Oct 2025 05:28 PM
FINIXX Summit & Awards 2025: Transforming BFSI for a Bharat empowered by digital technology
The financial services industry is at the forefront of change as India moves closer to realizing its goal of having a digitally inclusive economy. The FINIXX Summit and Awards 2025 returns against this dynamic backdrop with the audacious and forward-thinking subject, "Reimagining BFSI: Powering Digital Bharat Goals." The FINIXX Summit and Awards 2025 will take place in Mumbai tomorrow, October 14.FINIXX Summit 2025, which is set to bring together some of the most prominent voices in banking, financial services, insurance (BFSI), fintech, and marketing in the nation, is expected to be more than just a forum for discussion; it seeks to incite change, foster trust, and establish new standards for how financial brands interact with a rapidly changing customer base.Examining how digitization, human-centric design, trust-building, and integrated marketing tactics are changing the game for financial institutions throughout India is the main goal of the summit. As the underserved, underbanked, and technologically savvy Bharat sector becomes a strategic priority, FINIXX 2025 urgently highlights inclusive and transformative innovation. The summit will examine topics that represent the industry's continuous development through keynote addresses, fireside chats, CXO panels, and real-world case studies. The agenda gives a broad overview of the future, covering topics like figuring out how AI and data are changing engagement and risk assessment, as well as deciphering the next wave of fintech disruption.The comprehensive approach of FINIXX 2025 is what makes it unique. Exposure to cross-functional viewpoints will enable attendees to go with more than just talking points—they will leave with practical frameworks. C-suite executives, marketing strategists, product developers, compliance officers, and digital growth architects who want to remain on top of trends are the target audience for this event.
Published 13 Oct 2025 04:59 PM
CNN-News18 dominates as the leading prime-time English news channel
CNN-News18 has reaffirmed its position as the unrivaled leader in India's English news sector. CNN-News18 reigns supreme in the primetime slot without any rivals, establishing the channel as unparalleled. The most recent BARC data reveals that CNN News18 commanded the prime time slot with a remarkable 64.4% market share, far surpassing its rivals, NDTV at 15.4% and Times The channel’s credibility and its capacity to provide accurate, timely, and impactful journalism that connects with its audience have contributed to this consistent performance. The channel’s robust performance is fueled by its dedication to providing precise information and showcasing elite news figures such as Zakka Jacob, Anand Narasimhan, Rahul Shivshankar, and Shivani Gupta. The channel guarantees thorough coverage of all significant national-interest news through its vast network of reporters nationwide.
Published 09 Oct 2025 04:10 PM
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Advertising and Media are the essential verticals in any country and both goes parallely while deciding any strategy for promotions. Advertising has been segregrated between Online & Offline advertising which has further wings under them whereas the Media is also categorize in Offline which is Traditional Media like TV, Newspaper, Magazine and its Online Media form which is through digital platforms like Websites, Social Media, Video Channels and others.
Pratibha Ranta discusses the parallels between her characters in Heeramandi and Laapataa Ladies. The feeling was the same.
Actor Pratibha Ranta recently talked about her experience filming Heeramandi, the web series by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and the movie starring Kiran Rao.The actor Pratibha Ranta appeared in two very different characters in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar and Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies. She did, however, grasp onto a resemblance between her characters while speaking with Indian Express. (Also Read: Interview with Pratibha Ranta: I get excited when girls tell me they can identify with my role in Laapataa Ladies.)Pratibha portrayed Jaya in Laapataa Ladies, a young lady from a traditional household who gets married off against her will. She portrayed Shama in Heeramandi, a stunning little girl who is the envy of her mother, prostitute Waheeda (Sanjeeda Sheikh)."I was able to experience a different world when I went to shoot for Heeramandi," Pratibha added, describing the experience as a "magical one." Heeramandi had a large set, and I found that the two characters' approaches were very dissimilar. Jaya has a guarded demeanor. She deliberates for a long time before acting. She is, however, observing. This is what she is doing, which is why she has four eyes. Thus, all of that was something I used to consider when getting ready for Jaya's role. She did, however, see a commonality throughout her roles—the need for independence. "But, in the end, it was the same emotion to get that freedom that I have to do what I have to do," the woman remarked.Despite being an urban girl, Pratibha said she could identify to her role in an interview with Hindustan Times following the premiere of Laapataa Ladies. She asserted, "She is unwavering in her conviction and speaks up for herself when no one else does." What's not to connect? Additionally, I saw parallels between her experience and mine. I knew I wanted to be an actress, even though my family thought I should pursue something else. To pursue my aspirations, I moved to Mumbai from Shimla. Like her, I've always insisted on having autonomy over my own life. I had a strong feeling that I could be her.
Alia Bhatt looks elegant at the London Gucci Cruise Show 2025.
It's Alia Bhatt's moment. She is returning following her sensational debut at the Met Gala, this time for the Gucci Cruise Show 2025 in London. She had seen the performance twice already.The actor from Gangubai Kathiawadi, who is the Italian fashion house's first-ever Indian brand ambassador, wore a velvet bodycon midi dress from the Fall 2024 collection to the show, which featured the debut of designer Sabato De Sarno's first cruise collection.Alia Bhatt chose to wear subtle makeup to keep things elegant and sophisticated, letting her striking maroon lips speak for themselves. Her sleekly pulled-back hair offered the ideal final touch to her monochrome ensemble, which was completed with a black purse and matching heels.Models wearing floral dresses, denim shirts, pants, brown suede jackets, and chiffon blouses are seen sashaying down the catwalk during the event. The creative director of the brand also unveiled short coats and boxy jackets as part of the Gucci Londra collection, paying homage to British tailoring.Stars included American supermodel Kate Moss, pop singer Dua Lipa, Demi Moore, Debbie Harry, Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Thai actor Davika Hoorne, and South Korean celebrity Park Gyu-Young were among the star-studded front row attendees of the fashion show.In a crew-neck tulle evening dress from the Fall/Winter 2023 collection with a hand-embroidered lilac crepe de chine lining and crystal embellishments, Alia Bhatt made her presence at the 2024 Cruise show last year. The look was finished with interlocking G-stud shoes and a Gucci Jackie 1961 purse.
Which IPL team prevailed yesterday? The best moments from last nights GT vs. KKR game
Which IPL team prevailed yesterday? The Indian Premier League (IPL) playoff race saw the third team eliminated, Gujarat Titans, following their May 13 matchup with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) due to inclement weather. Due to the rain-related postponement, GT was eliminated from the playoff race; they were required to win the match, but it was called off before a ball was bowled. Gujarat became one of the two eliminated teams, along with the Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings.At 10:56 p.m., three hours after the game was supposed to begin, rain prompted the umpires to call it quits before a ball was bowled. This IPL season's first such incident was signaled by this decision.GT vs. KKR in the 2024 Indian Premier League Gujarat Titans vs. Kolkata Knight Riders highlights: The Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Gujarat Titans Rain caused the Monday IPL 2024 match in Ahmedabad to be called off. GT was eliminated from the playoffs as a result of the outcome. In the meantime, KKR earned a postseason berth. Fans of GT will be upset about the rain because this was their last home game of the season. Read MoreIn its final game at its storied home field, the host club did not win consolingly nor did it put on a commanding display by the table-topper. Rather, it was a wet squib as the Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders were forced to share the points in the Indian Premier League's opening match of the final week of the preliminary stage.
This summer, Indians labor from hills and check into pool villas; in May, the flight hunt reaches a record high.
This year's summer is hotter than usual, therefore Indians are traveling at an unprecedented rate. Before booking a hotel, they are hurrying to learn about special features that will help them avoid the heat.Although there has been some rain in certain areas of the nation, heat waves are sweeping across vast tracts of territory, causing flight searches to reach all-time highs thus far in May. "Searches for domestic flight travel are up 20 percent and searches for international flight travel are up 70 percent over the previous year," stated Aloke Bajpai, group chief executive, chairman, and managing director of online travel aggregator Ixigo (OTA).Manoj Sihag, director of Echor Hotels & Resorts, noted that among the most sought-after features are homes with climate control systems, swimming pools or recreational access to neighboring bodies of water, and shaded outdoor spaces like gardens or terraces where visitors can unwind in cooler surroundings.Devendra Parulekar, the founder of SaffronStays, a luxury villa and vacation home rental firm, stated that pool villas are in great demand.Strong demand is driving increasing occupancy rates at 3- and 4-star hotels in hill areas, according to Sandeep Arora, director of Brightsun Travel. "We're witnessing a 10-20 percent rise in short-haul destinations compared to last year, with an estimated increase of 30-40 percent during weekends."According to Bharatt Malik, senior vice-president for Yatra Online's air and hotel companies, there is an increased demand for 4-star hotels, resorts, and villas. In the midst of the summer heat, travelers are putting comfort and high-quality experiences first. We have seen a 15–25% increase in 4-star hotels, resorts, villas, and retreats near major towns like Corbett, Jaipur, Coorg, and Pondicherry compared to the previous year."Many Indian professionals combine work and play by taking staycations in hill stations, which results in a spike in inquiries and bookings for lodging for hotel chains such as Ayatana Hospitality. "These locations offer modern amenities and high-speed internet connectivity, making them perfect for working remotely," stated Vishal Tony, Ayatana Hospitality's founder and managing director.The chief technology officer of SaffronStays recently managed his work while staying at one of their hotels in Mussoorie for ten days. Although the majority of offices are now fully operational, Malik from Yatra highlighted that other businesses are still operating remotely or in a hybrid mode, with the tendency of working from home seeing a spike during the summer's long weekends.
There are rumors that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have three rear cameras.
In January, Samsung released the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which sports a 200-megapixel quad rear camera configuration. According to an early rumor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a significant camera redesign next year. Samsung is reportedly testing a flagship smartphone with three rear cameras rather than four for the following year. The current phone's 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom may not be included in the future iteration. The basic 200-megapixel sensor will probably remain.Samsung is reportedly testing the Galaxy S25 Ultra with three rear cameras: a primary sensor, an ultra-wide device, and a periscope zoom system, according to tipster Sperandio4Tech (@ISAQUES81) on X. According to rumors, the company that makes the flagship smartphone for 2019 will not have the 10-megapixel 3x optical zoom telephoto sensor. This hardware would differ significantly from its predecessors. A 200-megapixel wide camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide shooter, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens with a 5x optical zoom, and a 10-megapixel telephoto shooter with a 3x optical zoom comprise the Galaxy S24 Ultra's quad rear camera configuration. The 200-megapixel primary camera of the rumored Galaxy S25 Ultra prototype is said to remain unchanged, while light-capture efficiency may be enhanced. It is expected to have the same 12-megapixel ultrawide lens, and at this prototyping level, alterations are not possible. We are testing the periscope camera with a huge sensor and variable zoom. Two fixed focal lengths—one between 4x and 5x zoom and the other between 6x and 7x zoom—are being tested by Samsung with the periscope camera.
Live stock market updates for May 14, 2024 Shriram Finance gains more than 2% while Sensex and Nifty trade flat with a positive bias.
Nifty, Sensex, and Stock Prices LIVE: The BSE Sensex was up 104.84 points, or 0.14%, at 72,880.98 at 10.40 a.m., while the Nifty 50 was up 39.35 points, or 0.18%, at 22,143.40. All sectoral indices saw positive trading, with the exception of Nifty Healthcare, FMCG, and Pharma. Nifty Bank increased by 0.05% and Nifty Metal gained 1.16%. India's VIX went up to 21.12%. In May, DIIs made purchases while FIIs kept selling equities. With strong market volatility indicated by the India VIX, analysts advise investors to hold off until a trend change is anticipated, which is anticipated before June 4th, the counting day. Kotak Securities' Shrikant Chouhan offered trading methods based on index levels. Major laggards on the NSE were Cipla, Divi's Laboratories, and Bajaj Auto, while top gainers were Shriram Finance, Power Grid, and Hindalco. PrincipalStock Market Today | Share Market Live Updates - Get all the latest information on the Indian stock markets, share prices, Sensex, Nifty, BSE, and NSE for May 14, 2023, right here.Sensex Today Live Updates: After an overnight surge in Chinese equities listed in the US, Hong Kong markets seemed set to rise. Before this week's important US inflation data, other Asian markets moved in a rangebound manner.Hong Kong equity futures increased as the Golden Dragon Index reached its highest point since September on Monday. Tencent Music Entertainment saw an 11% increase as the online platform released first-quarter results that exceeded forecasts. Australian shares fell as benchmarks in South Korea and Japan increased.According to Chris Weston, head of research at Pepperstone Group, "Hong Kong markets should open higher, with all eyes on earnings from Tencent and Alibaba – both will need to deliver earnings above consensus results and inspiring guidance, as expectations are high, and the market is long and strong." Just a few days ahead of the primary consumer price index, which is expected to indicate stabilization but still remaining too high to justify rate cuts, US stocks, bonds, and the currency experienced slight movements. US futures traded steadily in the early hours of Asia. Economists will analyze US producer price data later on Tuesday to evaluate the significance of the many categories that go into the Federal Reserve's favored inflation indicator. Additionally, Fed Chair Jerome Powell has set
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli present a "thoughtful gift" to the paparazzi in appreciation for "respecting privacy" regarding their children. Observe
By sending gift baskets full of electronics, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli thanked photographers for not taking pictures of their kids, Vamika and Akaay.Gift baskets and a heartfelt note were sent to paparazzi by Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli. The pair expressed gratitude to the media for being 'cooperative' and for'respecting the privacy' of their children, Vamika, the daughter, and Akkay, the son. A paparazzo posted a video of the presents he got from the cricket player and actor on Instagram on Tuesday. Read additionally: Anushka Sharma becomes enraged after seeing a tabloid post Vamika's photos on social media: "Take a lesson from others."In the Instagram Reels description, Viral Bhayani stated, "We received a thoughtful gift delivery at our residence today." In order to show their gratitude for our delight and the birth of our second kid, the renowned power couple Virat and Anushka graciously provided the present." A sincere message that said, "Thank you for always being cooperative and for respecting the privacy of our kids," was enclosed with the gift. Virat, Anushka, and love."
Making of Manthan: Shyam Benegal forced Naseeruddin Shah, Smita Patil, and Amrish Puri to wear the same attire for forty-five days in sweltering weather
During the 40-45 days of filming "Manthan" on location in the little Gujarati village of Sanganva, Shyam Benegal instructed his actors to dress alike. "I told Naseer (Naseeruddin Shah), Smita (Patil), Girish (Karnad), Amrish (Puri), and the others to not change, says Benegal, 'cause people in that very dry area went for days without bathing because they had so little water!"The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, which takes place from May 14–25, has a poetically appropriate film, "Manthan." The film has been selected as one of a number of highly anticipated films in various sections of the festival; FTII alum Payal Kapadia's "All We Imagine As Light" enters the Competition section 30 years after Shaji N Karun's "Swaham." Overall, it's looking like a full Indian summer at the Croisette.Take a brief peek at the other entries from India. Shahana Goswami stars in Sandhya Suri's "Santosh," which is in Un Certain Regard. The film "Sister Midnight" by Karan Kandhari, starring Radhika Apte, is part of the Director's Fortnight, which takes place in tandem with the festival. Another FTII project, the short film "Sunflowers Were The First To Know" by Chidananda Naik, is competing in the La Cinef competition. Kapadia's fellow FTII graduate, Maisam Ali, and Harish Khanna have their feature "In Retreat" included in the Cannes sidebar ACID (Association for the Diffusion of Independent Cinema) program. Additionally, "The Shameless," a film directed by Konstantin Bojanov of Bulgaria and set in India, has been scheduled in the Un Certain Regard. Critics' Week features the short "Sauna Day," which was directed by Tushar Prakash and Anna Hints.Superb cinematographer Santosh Sivan is receiving the Pierre Angenieux prize outside of the screenings. He's going to do a master class as well. This time, there will undoubtedly be more talented people walking the red carpet for their films and representing independent Indian cinema as a whole, rather than just serving as brand ambassadors for mainstream Bollywood. Additionally, it's about time.Benegal and Vijay Tendulkar wrote the 1976 movie, which followed two documentaries on the same topic. "Dr. Kurien believed that the Amul story and the amazing work done locally by the farmers' cooperative, and that's how 'Manthan' was made," according to Benegal (89). It was India's 1977 Oscar submission and took home National Awards for Best Feature Film and Best Screenplay (for Vijay Tendulkar).
The Supreme Court punishes those who create and support misleading food and health advertisements following Patanjalis censure.
Before running advertisements, a Supreme Court bench has requested that advertisers submit self-declaration documents attesting to their adherence to cable TV regulations and advertising guidelines.New Delhi: The Supreme Court is now scrutinizing other sponsors and advertisers of dishonest food and health product ad campaigns, after Patanjali.Advertisers shall submit self-declaration forms certifying their compliance with cable TV laws and advertising standards prior to airing adverts, according to a bench made up of Justice Hima Kohli and Justice A. Amanullah that declared this on Tuesday. It stated that before the advertisements air, these statements had to be filed to the Broadcast Seva webpage.Additionally, it forewarned that promoters of false goods and services, such as celebrities and influencers, would be held equally accountable.The consumer affairs ministry was ordered by the court to set up a system that would allow advertisers to submit self-declarations for print media ads in four weeks. The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took action against deceptive or fraudulent advertisements, especially those that pertain to food and health, and the court requested that the ministry provide a new affidavit detailing these steps.Case of Patanjali The court mandated that Patanjali items whose licenses have been revoked by state authorities be taken out of stores, emphasizing that suspended licenses must immediately stop sales. The court further censured a state licensing body for its inability to guarantee the elimination of certain products from retail displays. In addition, the top court served notice to Dr. R.V. Ashokan, the president of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), over Patanjali's alleged derogatory remarks about the Supreme Court, which prompted Patanjali to file a contempt plea. The IMA filed a lawsuit against Patajnali and its founders, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, alleging that they were engaged in a smear campaign against modern medicine. This plea led to the Supreme Court rebuking Patajnali.
An Examination Of The Five Most Expensive Indian Web Series, From Heeramandi To The Family Man
Expensive Indian web series have become a symbol of the nation's expanding entertainment industry. They have excellent actors, original content, and top-notch production values. These productions, which range from historical epics to crime thrillers, enthrall viewers in India and around the world. Current successes such as "Heeramandi" and beloved classics like "Made In Heaven" draw attention to the growing popularity of high-end Indian web series on over-the-top (OTT) platforms.Expensive web series from India have come to represent the country's growing entertainment sector. They have top-notch production quality, unique content, and outstanding acting. These plays captivate audiences in India and around the globe, ranging from historical epics to crime thrillers. Present-day hits like "Heeramandi" and cherished oldies like "Made In Heaven" highlight the increasing demand for upscale Indian web series on over-the-top (OTT) services."Rudra" marked Ajay Devgn's web series debut in 2022; it was reportedly budgeted Rs 200 crore. Ajay Devgn, Raashii Khanna, and Esha Deol play the main parts in the Indian adaption of "Rudra," which is based on the British television series Luther. The series, which won awards for Ajay Devgn's performance and was praised for its visual aesthetic, Rajesh Mapuskar's direction, and cinematography, was generally well-received.According to the first report, the cost of both Sacred Games seasons was approximately Rs 100 crore. Based on Vikram Chandra's 2006 novel, "Sacred Games" is an Indian neo-noir crime thriller television series. Produced and directed by Phantom Films' Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap, it was India's first Netflix original series. Vasant Nath, Smita Singh, and Varun Grover worked on the adaptation. Erik Barmack, Motwane, and Kelly Luegenbiehl served as executive producers for the series."Made in Heaven" is an Indian drama web series that Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti co-created. If reports are to be believed, the project had a budget of Rs 100 crore. The plot of the show centers on Tara and Karan, two Delhi-based wedding coordinators who struggle with the complexities of their personal and professional lives.The first and second seasons of The Family Man were purportedly produced on a Rs 60 crore budget. In 2019, the Indian action thriller web series "The Family Man" made its Amazon Prime Video debut. Manoj Bajpayee plays Srikant Tiwari in the series, which was created by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. Tiwari is a middle-class guy who works covertly as an intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (TASC), a fictional division of the National Investigation Agency.
Indias election of 2024 opponents and Modi battle in the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha voting
Live updates for Phase 4 of the Lok Sabha Election 2024: All 17 of Telangana's LS seats, all 25 of Andhra Pradesh's, 13 of Uttar Pradesh's, five of Bihar's, four of Jharkhand's, eight of Madhya Pradesh's, eleven of Maharashtra's, four of Odisha, eight of West Bengal, and one of J-K are having polls.Live updates on the Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 4: The fourth phase of the Lok Sabha election is currently taking place in 96 constituencies spread over nine states and one Union Territory, Jammu and Kashmir. As of 1 pm, the approximate voter turnout was registered at 40.32 percent. Out of all the states that held polls, West Bengal recorded the highest turnout of 51.87 percent, while Jammu & Kashmir recorded the lowest turnout of 23.57 percent. This number remains greater than the turnout in Srinagar in 2019. Simultaneous state assembly elections are being held in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
Purchase stocks before June 4, advises Amit Shah; what stock market experts suggest
Union Home Minister Amit Shah told a media outlet on Monday not to link the recent stock market moves to the general elections of 2024. He encouraged stock investors to "buy before June 4," the date of the Lok Sabha election results, anticipating a subsequent surge in the domestic stock market."I can't anticipate stock market moves. However, the market often experiences a surge when a solid government is constituted at the center. I see $400-plus seat wins for BJP, a stable Modi government coming, and thus market rising," Shah told NDTV.His remarks were made on a day when the stock market benchmark Nifty was down for the sixth straight session and the fourth phase of the ongoing elections was in progress. The market's current state of uncertainty regarding the poll's outcome did not seem to phase Shah.Nomura India predicted a BJP victory and continued policy after the general elections in 2024 based on recent polls. Nomura envisions a persistent emphasis on infrastructure spending and a manufacturing drive in addition to budgetary consolidation as part of the reform program for the ensuing five years."The government might concentrate on the more divisive political reforms pertaining to the forces of production—land, labor, and capital—as well as judicial reforms and streamlining the administration of direct and indirect taxes, such as incorporating alcohol, gas, and electricity under the GST. The administration is also anticipated to concentrate more on facilitating foreign investment and establishing the framework for industries of the next generation," the statement stated.MUFG Bank, however, pointed out that although it appeared to be a "done deal," with most political analysts and pollsters predicting that the incumbent BJP government would likely win handily, lower voter turnout in the first three phases of the election has raised perceived uncertainty about the result, even though the consensus is still firmly in favor of the incumbent's return. As long as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) retains a majority of seats in the Lok Sabha (more than 272 seats), we believe that markets will eventually see the results of the Indian general elections favorably. If the BJP loses a few seats but keeps its majority, there might be some little knee-jerk weakness in INR FX and risk assets, the report stated.According to MUFG Bank, in such a situation there will still be policy continuity in important sectors like infrastructure, investment attractiveness, fiscal consolidation, and inflation management, so this weakness should eventually rebound. "Conversely, a greater seat share win by the BJP compared with 2019 (>303 seats) would increase the ability to pass more contentious structural reforms in land, labour and the agriculture sector, and will be perceived much more positively by markets, with INR FX and risk assets likely rallying in the aftermath," it stated. All eyes would be on the July Budget, according to Mirae Asset, if the BJP wins power, to see if any changes are made to the MSP policy, direct or indirect taxation, or MGNREGA payments. Long-term, the emphasis wouldPhillipCapital stated this week that if the much-publicized 400-plus target is met by the BJP-led NDA, it anticipates a robust rise. "We would view a lower 300–330 seat NDA as a buying opportunity if it causes a knee-jerk reaction in the market, or a decline. We would maintain a careful eye on the election's outcome and stock market conditions in the event that voter turnout continues to deteriorate in the upcoming rounds of the election, the domestic brokerage stated in its note.
Inside Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatts Mothers Day celebrations with mothers and mothers-in-law, with a special mention from Nick Jonas
For Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt, it's a family affair as they celebrated Mother's Day with affectionate photos and get-togethers. Alia and Priyanka shared beautiful photos and sentiments on social media on Mother's Day as a way to show their appreciation and love for their moms and mothers-in-law.Along with her mother Soni Razdan, sister Shaheen Bhatt, husband Ranbir Kapoor, and mother-in-law Neetu Kapoor, Alia enjoyed a beautiful day together. The family grinned with Ranbir while posing in matching white attire, with Soni embracing her girls and Neetu clutching a stylish umbrella. For the event, Alia wore a stylish button-down shirt dress. She accessorized her appearance with a sleek hairstyle, gold hoops earrings, and little makeup.Alia shared a touching photo of their Mother's Day festivities on Instagram before heading to London to see Gucci's debut Cruise collection. She wrote, "Precious moments with my precious ones," as the photo's description. Later, when she was leaving for London, she was photographed wearing an elegant travel attire, which went viral on social media.Alia gave her mother, Soni, a surprise bouquet of flowers before the Mother's Day celebration. Soni posted the image of the flowers on Instagram with the caption, "Blessed. " Neetu shared some old photos and a peek of the heartfelt notes she received from her granddaughter Samara and daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni.In the meantime, Priyanka Chopra posted a number of photos of her mother Madhu Chopra, mother-in-law Denise Jonas, daughter Malti Maries, and husband Nick Jonas on social media. Little Malti was a major character in every one of the touching moments of love and connection that were captured in the pictures. Priyanka is pictured in one of the pictures with her mother and Nick holding Malti in his arms. Malti is in every picture, and Nick's mother is included in additional ones as well.Priyanka thanked her mother, mother-in-law, and aunts for their love and support throughout her life in the note that went with the gift. "Happy Mother's Day to all those who have been fortunate enough to experience a mother's love, nurturing, and guardianship." I consider myself extremely fortunate to have had amazing influences on my upbringing from not only my mother and grandmothers, but also my aunts. It really does require a village," she wrote.
Results of the CBSE 2024: Class 10 announced. Where to look, vanishing patterns, & additional
On May 13, the Central Board of Secondary Education announced the results for Class 10. The board had previously declared the 2024 Class 12 Results. The Class 10 board exam was administered by CBSE this year from February 15 to March 13.On May 13, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) declared the Class 10 results. This year, 93.60 percent of candidates passed. Twenty-95,467 out of the 22,38,827 candidates that took the exam this year succeeded. There has been a 0.48 percent increase in the pass percentage this year. The Class 10 pass percentage in 2023 was 92.12%.According to officials, more than 47,000 pupils received grades above 95%, and more than 2.12 lakh received grades above 90%.With a 99.75% pass rate, Trivandrum topped the list among the regions, closely followed by Vijaywada with 99.60%. Ajmer, Bengaluru, and Chennai received scores of 97.10%, 99.26%, and 99.30%, respectively.Girls have outperformed boys so far this year. This year, girls have a 2.04% higher pass rate than boys. Girls pass with an overall percentage of 94.75 percent, while boys pass with a proportion of 92.71 percent. The Class 10 board exam was held this year by CBSE from February 15 to March 13. Students can verify and download their results by visiting the official website, cbse.nic.in, whenever the board declares the Class 10 result for 2024.Today, the board declared the Class 12 Result for 2024, revealing an 87.98 percent pass rate. According to officials, 91.52 percent of girls passed the exam, which is 6.40 percentage points more than the success rate for boys.
The Supreme Court punishes those who create and support misleading food and health advertisements following Patanjalis censure.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court is now scrutinizing other sponsors and advertisers of dishonest food and health product ad campaigns, after Patanjali.Advertisers shall submit self-declaration forms certifying their compliance with cable TV laws and advertising standards prior to airing adverts, according to a bench made up of Justice Hima Kohli and Justice A. Amanullah that declared this on Tuesday. It stated that before the advertisements air, these statements had to be filed to the Broadcast Seva webpage.Additionally, it forewarned that promoters of false goods and services, such as celebrities and influencers, would be held equally accountable.The consumer affairs ministry was ordered by the court to set up a system that would allow advertisers to submit self-declarations for print media ads in four weeks.The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took action against deceptive or fraudulent advertisements, especially those that pertain to food and health, and the court requested that the ministry provide a new affidavit detailing these steps.Case of Patanjali The court mandated that Patanjali items whose licenses have been revoked by state authorities be taken out of stores, emphasizing that suspended licenses must immediately stop sales. The court further censured a state licensing body for its inability to guarantee the elimination of certain products from retail displays.In addition, the top court served notice to Dr. R.V. Ashokan, the president of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), over Patanjali's alleged derogatory remarks about the Supreme Court, which prompted Patanjali to file a contempt plea.The IMA filed a lawsuit against Patajnali and its founders, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, alleging that they were engaged in a smear campaign against modern medicine. This plea led to the Supreme Court rebuking Patajnali.The court had broadened the case's scope in earlier hearings to cover deceptive advertisements by other FMCG businesses about "cures." Additionally, it made a number of union ministries and state agencies parties to the ongoing legal dispute by ordering them to look into possible violations of the Consumer Protection Act, the Drugs and Magic Remedies Act, and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.IMA's lawsuit, which included a number of contentious remarks made by Ramdev, including those about COVID vaccinations and oxygen cylinders during the pandemic's second wave, brought to light concerns about Patanjali disseminating false information and criticizing contemporary medicine with unsubstantiated claims. The court threatened to punish Patanjali ₹1 crore on November 21, 2023, if the company did not stop disseminating false advertisements and claims regarding contemporary medicine. The day after the verdict, Patanjali released a public statement refuting any false claims it had made regarding its products.On February 27, the court banned Patanjali from advertising goods that made unproven claims of healing ailments like asthma and heart problems, and it served a contempt notice to Ramdev and Balkrishna. Additionally, it forbade the business and its representatives from denigrating any medical system in the media. Ramdev and Balkrishna were ordered to appear in person before the court on March 19 to address the contempt charges brought against them. The court granted them till April 16th to offer a public apology for their deceptive health cure marketing.
Top OTT releases this week include Mother of the Bride and Aavesham, as well as web series to watch over the weekend.
This week's top OTT releases are: OTT platforms are currently home to a number of intriguing theatrical movies and web series, and this weekend will likely see the debut of more. Mother's Day is almost approaching, therefore it would be enjoyable to spend the day binge-watching some recent, intriguing films. This is the complete list of this week's new OTT releases.On May 9, the highly anticipated Malayalam film Aavesham, starring Fahadh Faasil, will be made available on Netflix. Amazon Prime Video will broadcast the action-comedy film. The film, which also stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Sajin Gopu, was directed by Jithu Madhavan. Three teens who relocate to Bengaluru for education and get into a quarrel are the subject of the Malayalam film. They ask a local mobster for assistance.Based on Benyamin's critically acclaimed 2008 novel of the same name, Blessy's Malayalam film depicts the true story of Najeeb Muhammad, an immigrant laborer from Kerala who is kidnapped and forced into slavery on a remote goat farm in a Middle Eastern country.Mark Waters is the director of "Mother of the Bride. " May 9 saw the romantic comedy launch on Netflix. The mother in the title role is portrayed by Brooke Shields. Her daughter, played by Benjamin Bratt, is marrying the man whose father crushed her heart when she was a college student.5) Season three of Acapulco It's time to make peace with the past and embrace thrilling new beginnings in season three of the Apple Original series. The older Maximo (Eugenio Derbez) returns to a Las Colinas he no longer recognizes in the current plot. In 1985, Enrique Arrizon's younger version of Maximo pursues his ascent up the corporate ladder at the risk of upending all the bonds he has laboriously cultivated. Damian Alcazar, Fernando Carsa, Camila Perez, Vanessa Bauche, Rafael Alejandro, Regina Reynoso, Jessica Collins, Rafael Cebrian, Carlos Corona, Regina Orozco, Cristo Fernandez, and Jaime Camil are among the cast members. On May 1, the first two episodes of Acapulco's third season, which consists of ten episodes, will be released worldwide. From then until June 26, a new episode will air every Wednesday.
Alia Bhatt surpasses Kendall and Kim to become the "most visible attendee" at the Met Gala. What is meant by that?
The 2024 Met Gala featuring Alia Bhatt was more than simply a red carpet event; it became a social media sensation. The Bollywood actress, whose handmade Sabyasachi sari elevated both her own and the designer's brands to the forefront, was reportedly the "most visible attendee" of the event.This concerned cultural effect as much as celebrity. Social media went crazy after Alia's second Met Gala appearance. Images of her magnificent saree, which was created by 163 artisans, took over feeds and brought in an astounding $4.2 million in Earned Media Value (EMV).Sabyasachi was likewise propelled to the top of the list by his dominance on social media. The elaborate hand stitching of the sari, which included beads, silk thread, and shimmering semi-precious stones, captured the attention of viewers all around the world and brought in $471K in revenue. This demonstrated the influence of Indian design on a worldwide scale, surpassing well-known foreign fashion houses like Burberry and Oscar de la Renta. Let's examine what that implies.The 2024 Met Gala featuring Alia Bhatt was more than simply a red carpet event; it became a social media sensation. According to sources, the Bollywood diva was the "most visible attendee" of the event, and her handmade Sabyasachi sari elevated both her own and the designer's brands.
Ranveer Singh removes his wedding photos with Deepika Padukone; this is one example of how modern couples value their online privacy.
Celebrity psychologist Raashi Gurnani concurs, saying, "Among young couples on social media, I've noticed a shift towards more intentional sharing."In a time when posting personal photos of oneself online has become commonplace, Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh startled his fans recently by deleting wedding photos he took with co-star Deepika Padukone from Instagram.Singh deleted not just their wedding pictures but also a number of previous posts. Singh is well-known for his lively social media presence and unashamed demonstrations of passion towards his partner.Singh subsequently revealed that his connection with Padukone couldn't be better, even though the cause of this is unclear. When asked about a piece of jewelry that he treasures the most in an interview with Vogue, he replied, "This one is very dear to me; it's my wedding ring, given to me by my wife. "This unexpected action demonstrates how young couples' perspectives on digital privacy and personal limits are evolving. Couples are deciding how to strike a balance between sharing special moments and protecting their privacy online as society struggles with the effects of living in a more connected world.This unexpected action demonstrates how young couples' perspectives on digital privacy and personal limits are evolving. Couples are deciding how to strike a balance between sharing special moments and protecting their privacy online as society struggles with the effects of living in a more connected world.
