Ram Mandir Ayodhya Pran Pratishtha

The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) estimates that the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha Ceremony in Ayodhya generated business revenue worth Rs 1.25 lakh crore nationwide.The CAIT study claims that before to the famous 'Pran Pratishtha' event of Ayodhya's Ram temple, people went on a shopping binge. According to the CIAT report, Delhi generated revenue of Rs 25,000 crore, while Uttar Pradesh registered commerce of Rs 40,000 crore.According to CAIT's National Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal, small traders have benefited the most. The "Har Sheher Ayodhya, Har Ghar Ayodhya" campaign was also praised by him. Almost 1.5 million programs were hosted by small and major corporate organizations nationwide as part of the campaign, which ran from January 1 to 22.According to CAIT, sales of candies, decorations, devotional souvenirs, and other spiritual things contributed to the enterprises' significant growth. A CAIT had previously predicted that the dedication of the Ram temple will bring in commerce of up to Rs 1 trillion. The estimate provided by CAIT was derived from input gathered from thirty different state trade associations.Khandelwal had said that there is a lot of demand in the marketplaces for printed "kurtas," caps, t-shirts, banners, flags, and banners with images of the Ram temple. On January 22, the freshly built Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya hosted the Pran Pratishtha ritual for Lord Ram.PM Modi is praised by Swami Govind Dev Giri: Lord Shri Ram is seated at the temple of Ayodhya. Ram Lalla was ceremoniously sanctified by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This gathering was graced by the presence of numerous national leaders. The saint who broke PM Modi's fast has made a significant announcement about the politician.  

While Taimur and Jeh eat waffle for breakfast, Kareena Kapoor Khan shares her "expression."

After signing up for social media a few years back, Kareena Kapoor Khan is now fairly active on the platform. In addition to promoting her films and sharing photographs from recent photo assignments, she also updates her fans on her personal life. She never stops posting images and videos from her most recent excursion with her husband, Saif Ali Khan, and their two children, Taimur and Jeh. She recently posted a few images of her kids eating waffles for breakfast on Instagram under the Stories section, all while expressing herself through her facial expressions.Kareena posted a photo of herself in the first image, showing off her smile as she relaxed on her balcony in the morning. She added, "My expression while the kids eat waffles for breakfast," along with the picture. In the second, Taimur and Jeh are both seen lounging on lounge seats and consuming waffles. In addition to the brothers' soccer-inspired attire, a 'Waffle Day' emoji is displayed over the image.The 43-year-old actress last appeared with Vijay Varma and Jaideep Ahlawat in Sujoy Ghosh's Jaane Jaan. The Devotion of Suspect X, a Japanese novel, was officially remade in Hindi as Jaane Jaan. It was also the movie's and her first OTT debut. She was also a part of the thriller The Buckingham Murders by Hansal Mehta.Her next project is the Tabu and Kriti Sanon-directed film The Crew, directed by Rajesh Krishnan. March is when it is anticipated to be released. In addition, she will be seeing the highly anticipated Singham Again, starring Rohit Shetty, on huge screens on August 15, 2024. She will also be the lead in Karan Johar's film Takht. Anil Kapoor and Alia Bhatt will also feature in the movie.She shared a selfie on Instagram Stories with a rather dejected expression, captioning it, "My expression while the kids eat waffles for breakfast." Taimur and Jeh may be seen eating their waffles while seated on seats in the second slide.Kareena Kapoor Khan routinely divulges personal information. She frequently shares a ton of pictures and videos of her kids from their trips. It was also disclosed how she felt about her kids, Taimur and Jeh, having waffles for breakfast today. Kareena made the announcement on social media.Kareena flaunted her skin in a selfie that she posted to her Instagram stories. The actress looked happy as she sat on her balcony. "My expression while the kids eat waffles for breakfast," was what her caption wrote.After spending a lengthy vacation with Saif Ali Khan and his kids, Kareena Kapoor Khan just returned. The photos they took on vacation have gone viral on social media. The actress has not revealed any plans for the future. The Buckingham Murders was her last film role. Recently, Kareena Kapoor talked about her role in the upcoming film The Buckingham Murders on The Actors' Roundtable 2023 on Netflix. She divulged significant details, such as the fact that her movie character is a bereaved mother. The story's opening scene features her character's child being shot, which paves the way for her eventual transformation into a detective. She moves to a new community after leaving her own and finds it difficult to comprehend the complex case that has been assigned to her.  

Bigg Boss 17: Before the grand finale, Pooja Bhatt gives Mannara Chopra high accolades and declares, "You are stronger than."

Bollywood actress Pooja Bhatt will be shown entering the BB House and complimenting Mannara Chopra ahead of Bigg Boss 17's grand finale. Another viral advertisement shows the star placing a fictitious crown on Mannara's head.In the last week of the competition, Bigg Boss 17's top 5 finalists were Ankita Lokhande, Abhishek Kumar, Arun Mahashetty, Munawar Faruqui, and Mannara Chopra. A few days ago, Vicky Jain was eliminated in the final elimination round prior to the finale since she received fewer votes than the other contestants.A number of well-known people, like Badshah and Kangana Ranaut, have been spotted recently showing support for their preferred housemate. Presently, Bigg Boss OTT 2 contestant and Bollywood actress Pooja Bhatt can be seen visiting the BB House and showing her support for Mannara in the most recent teaser video released by the show's creators.''Real queens adjust each other's crowns,'' she says in the video as she places an imaginary crown over the man's head. The video also shows Mannara being referred to as the "champion" by Pooja, who commends her for her achievement in the Torture Task. She also talked about how, despite facing "negativity" following the task, she handled everyone with "grace."Finally, Pooja Bhatt offers Mannara some very important advice: "Be yourself, don't worry ki log kya kahenge, log ka kaam hai kehna." Get ready for a wave of hate and love that will hit you simultaneously. One does not exist without the other.Bigg Boss 17: During the last week of the competition, past participants including Pooja Bhatt and Karan Kundra will visit the house to cheer on their preferred contestants.Prior to the Bigg Boss 17 finale on Sunday, a number of past contestants can be seen entering the house this week. You can witness these five celebs cheering on their individual favorite contestant. Actors Pooja Bhatt and Karan Kundra are rumored to be appearing on the reality show this week.  

Fighter, starring Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan, leaked online; a pirated copy is making the rounds on social media

Fans have been anticipating Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan's chemistry in Siddharth Anand's film "Fighter" ever since they saw the first glimpse of the movie. In this movie, two Bollywood movie stars collaborate for the first time.In the movie Fighter, fans saw Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan together for the first time. The crowd is really enjoying this Siddharth Anand-directed movie. But just like Pathaan starring Shah Rukh Khan, Fighter was leaked online shortly after its premiere. This might also affect how much money the movie makes at the box office.For those who don't know, the actual events of the Balakot air attack served as the inspiration for the tale of Fighter. The release of Deepika Padukone-Hrithik Roshan's film Fighter took place one day prior to Republic Day, which falls on January 25. However, in the interim, Fighter's creators might be in for a major surprise as the movie was leaked on numerous internet platforms mere hours after its premiere. There are rumors that certain websites have uploaded the movie's HD version on accident.Fighter's box office receipts may be impacted by online movie piracy as well. We are happy to report that "Fighter" is receiving positive feedback from viewers. The narrative of the film was lauded by the theatergoers, and the new duo of Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan was much anticipated.Fighters first-day assortment The movie Fighter, starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, has done extremely well with advance bookings. With the Republic Day holiday and the advance booking numbers, it is anticipated that this film will make about Rs 25 crore its first day.Let us tell you that Siddharth Anand had a great year last year because his movie Pathaan was a huge hit at the box office. It remains to be seen if Fighter can replicate the box office success of the Shah Rukh Khan film.  

Here are some surprising facts about the Filmfare Awards, from winning the most prizes to declining them.

On January 28, the 69th Filmfare Awards will take place. Every year, the glamorous event is usually held in Mumbai, however this year it will be held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. With 19 nominations, Ranbir Kapoor's Animal received the most nominations this year, and Shah Rukh Khan, who returned in 2023 after a four-year break, received two nominations in the Best Actor category. However, are you aware of the date of the inaugural Filmfare Awards and the winner of the most awards?The Filmfare Awards began when? The most famous American performer in the world, Gregory Peck, was invited to the inaugural Filmfare Awards ceremony on March 21, 1954. The actor did not make it to the event in time, though, as a result of a delayed flight from Colombo; nevertheless, he later attended the luncheon held at the Willingdon Sports Club, and the inaugural award ceremony took place at the Metro Theater in Mumbai.Who was the first winner of the Filmfare Best Actress Award? For the movie "Baiju Bawra," Meena Kumari became the first heroine to win the Best Actress Award. The first movie to take home a Filmfare Award The first Bollywood movie to win a Filmfare Award was "Do Bigha" Zameen. The first filmmaker to receive a Filmfare Award For the movie "Do Bigha Zameen," Bimal Roy became the first directorto win the Filmfare Award. Who took home the inaugural Filmfare Best Actor Award? For his role in the movie "Daag," Dilip Kumar became the first hero to win the Filmfare Award for Best Actor. Furthermore, Sunil Dutt hosted a celebration for Dilip Kumar in 1969 as Kumar had won the category.Which movie had the most accolades won? After its 2005 release, "Black" became the first movie to win the most Filmfare Awards in a single year. A number of accolades were given to this movie, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Critics Award Best Picture, Best Supporting Actress, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, and Best Background Score. 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' and 'Devdas' went on to win ten and eleven Filmfare Awards respectively after this. Nevertheless, "Gully Boy," starring Ranveer Singh, triumphed over all of these movies. The movie beat the record set by Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukherjee's Black, winning 13 accolades.Men who won the most accolades Gulzar (22), Amitabh Bachchan (16, including 5 for Best Actor), A.R. Rahman (15), and Shahrukh Khan (15) are the people who have won the most accolades. The most award-winning women Asha Bhosle and Jaya Bachchan, who have already won nine Filmfare honors each, are the names with the most honors. In addition, SarojKhan has received eight prizes, while Lata Mangeshkar, Alka Yagnik, Rani Mukherjee, and Shreya Ghoshal have each received seven awards. What movies received the most nominations? Regarding the highest number of nominations, "Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna" received 23, "Rang De Basanti" received 21, and "Gully" received 10.In response to this film, Vyjayanthimala declined to receive the Filmfare Award. Because Vyjayanthimala believed she was the main actress in the movie and not Suchitra Sen, the veteran actor declined to accept the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award for "Devdas." Only One Sholay Award! It is astonishing to learn that "Sholay," the largest hit movie in Bollywood history, won just one prize in 1975—best editing. The Clares Awards would have replaced the Filmfare Awards! The Clares Awards were the original name of this award, before it was renamed as Filmfare. Claires Mendonça, a film reviewer for The Times of India, chose the final name. In the inaugural awards event, just five  

Ahead of the Bigg Boss 17 Finale, Priyanka Chopra Jonas supports her sister Mannara Chopra.

In a few days, Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 17 program will come to a conclusion. Because of the positive feedback that some of the candidates' journeys have gotten thus far, Bigg Boss 17 has determined who the top 5 contestants are, among them Mannara Chopra. In addition to sending her well wishes to her sister Mannara, international celebrity Priyanka Chopra Jonas also gave her cousin the fundamental formula for success.When does the big show end? Bigg Boss 17's big finale is scheduled for January 28. This season's last episode will begin at 6:00 p.m. and run till midnight. Salman will then declare the winner's identity. We'll tell you that Mannara has a good probability of finishing in the top three because voting patterns continue to place her there. She may be able to win the competition in this case; if not, Bigg Boss 17's first or second runner-up may be her.One of the top 5 finalists of the current Bigg Boss 17 is actress Mannara Chopra. Following Tuesday's elimination of Vicky Jain, the top 5 were revealed. Arun Mahashetty, Ankita Lokhande, Abhishek Kumar, and Mannara are the other contestants who have advanced to the final round of the reality show. On January 28 at the grand finale show, one of these five competitors will be declared the champion. Audiences have been supporting their favorite contenders leading up to the finale.Priyanka Chopra's cousin has been a source of support for Mannara Chopra. Priyanka Chopra acknowledged her sister on her Instagram story on Wednesday. She posted a photo of Mannara from the Bigg Boss 17 house along with the caption, "Give it your all and let the rest go."Earlier, a supportive video message was sent by Priyanka Chopra's mother and Mannara's maami, Dr. Madhu Chopra.  "Hello Mannara," Priyanka's mother said in a video greeting. Best wishes. One of the finales is now at your disposal. I'm really happy for you. Remain resilient. Remain composed and resist the urge to let them break you. You are a true Chopra girl—strong and resilient. I wish you luck. A few days ago, footage from the day following the "torture" task was posted on Instagram by Mannara's PR team. Mannara, who was verbally and physically harassed on the show, is seen fighting with Ankita, Ayesha, Isha, and Vicky in the video. Priyanka's mother Madhu Chopra called Ankita, Isha, and Ayesha "uncivilized" in response toPriyanka Chopra and Parineeti's cousin is Mannara. She has appeared in multiple Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada language motion pictures. Pooja Bhatt, a previous Bigg Boss contestant, has already shown her support for Mannara.  Vicky made certain statements during the torture work, saying that Mannara was perched on Munawar's lap. He called her "cheap" and said she was "feeling good" while perched on his lap. Vicky came under fire from Pooja for saying such a thing."Very, very improper, the way you are sitting," she commented on X. Says a male competitor who's trying to disgrace #MannaraChopra, who's just trying to shield a buddy. When all else fails, humiliate the woman and then proudly introduce yourself as a "gentleman." Not nice. #Biggboss17. Munawar found the buckets after the nighttime skirmish. Vicky pulled him when he attempted to collect them in the morning, which sparked another sort of violent altercation within the home.  

Vicky Kaushal, Alia Bhatt, and Ranbir Kapoor team together for Sanjay Leela Bhansalis directing project, Love & War.

It has finally come true for Vicky Kaushal to collaborate with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, one of Bollywood's greatest directors. The next film from Sanjay Kapoor's production company, starring Vicky Kaushal, Alia Bhatt, and Ranbir Kapoor, has been revealed. Love & War is the name of the movie. Christmas 2025 will see the release of the movie.The movie's announcement poster was also shared by the stars on social media. We present to you Love & War, the epic saga by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. I'll see you at the cinema! Christmas 2025," the poster says. Vicky, Alia, and Ranbir have signed it at the end and put their names there as well."An eternal cinema dream has come true," wrote Vicky Kaushal. Instagram users who shared the poster there wrote, "#SanjayLeelaBhansali #RanbirKapoor @aliaabhatt @prerna_singh6 @bhansaliproductions #LOVEandWAR."Following the release of this film's announcement, social media users have struggled to remain composed. In addition, a number of celebs congratulated the star cast for landing the parts in Alia and Vicky's comment sections.Alia, Ranbir, and Vicky: Bhansali's inspirations For those who don't know, Ranbir debuted in Bollywood with Saawariya, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali in 2007. But after that, the two didn't start working. Furthermore, Ranbir had previously stated that he might never collaborate with Bhansali because of his strict taskmaster ways. Ultimately, though, the public will once more see their magic on a large screen.Conversely, Alia Bhatt's film Gangubai Kathiawadi, directed by Sanjay, brought her her first National award in 2023. It was the first movie she had worked on with the national treasure. Vicky Kaushal, however, received a call-up for the Padmavat movie, starring Deepika Padukone as Maharawal Ratan Singh. But Shahid eventually played the part, for which he was highly praised in 2018. However, it appears that Vicky is now taking center stage as Bhansali's muse.  

Goas Minister of Tourism Presents a Vision for Development Driven by Sports

Goa's Minister of Tourism, Rohan Khaunte, has announced plans to broaden the state's focus, emphasizing sports tourism as a vital engine of social and economic advancement. Goa considers #GoaBeyondBeaches to be an essential approach for reviving its economy, since tourism accounts for over 16% of its GDP and between 30 and 35 percent of jobs, either directly or indirectly.Driven by technology and a love of sports, the #VacationGoa campaign offers both locals and digital nomads a wide range of experiences.Using the connection provided by Mopa International Airport, Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte announced intentions to increase spiritual tourism through partnerships with Amritsar and Guwahati.The state's move towards niche tourism markets including adventure, wellness, and spiritual tourism was highlighted by the tourism minister, who emphasized the goal of drawing tourists looking for experiences that go beyond the typical beach vacation.The state's move towards niche tourism markets including adventure, wellness, and spiritual tourism was highlighted by the tourism minister, who emphasized the goal of drawing tourists looking for experiences that go beyond the typical beach vacation. Goemkarponn workstation Panaji: Speaking recently at Sportstar's Sports Conclave in Goa, Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte stated that the administration of the coastal state will expand its vision in order to boost sports tourism in the area. "We hadn't discussed sports tourism before. Khaunte stated, "Sports was one field, tourism was another, and technology was still another. "The best place to go on vacation is Goa. Your goal in coming here is to enjoy your stay. After the election of our new government, we once more discussed opportunities. With the hashtag #GoaBeyondBeaches, we hope to go beyond beaches. It is incumbent for us as states to reconsider the actions we have been taking. Goa's tourism industry is the main engine of the state's economy, accounting for 16.43% of GDP and producing 30–35% ofPeople began working from home instead. Goa began to market itself as a destination for sports tourists. The state has been actively promoting the #VacationGoa campaign as a way to use technology to reimagine itself. "Let people come to Goa and start working," we argued. Goa is now the home base for digital nomads. With the addition of sports, this creative approach—which already included the four "S's" of sun, sand, sea, and software—has taken on even more development. In addition to giving young people equal chances, we are also advancing Goa's diverse growth by including sports into our story.  

India ranks fifth among the biggest passenger markets for Changi Airport in Singapore.

Changi Airport in Singapore, which handled 328,000 flights and 58.9 million passengers in 2023, saw a notable recovery, returning to 83% of pre-Covid-19 traffic levels. India ranked fifth out of the top five major passenger markets for the airport, according to official data. According to the latest data given by the Changi Airport Group (CAG), Indonesia was ranked first, followed by Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, and India. Interestingly, prior to the epidemic, India ranked sixth in terms of traveler volume at Changi Airport in 2019. In 2019, the airport registered 68.3 million passenger movements prior to the pandemic's impact. Compared to the 32.2 million passengers Changi Airport handled in 2022, the volume of passengers handled in 2023 increased by 83%.According to the data, Changi Airport handled 382,000 flights in 2019, while only 328,000 of those took off or landed there in 2023. The airport handled 16.1 million passenger movements between October and December 2023—a figure that exceeded 90% of pre-pandemic norms. With 5.8 million passengers passing through the airport in December, it was the busiest month of the year. This corresponded to 91% of the traffic in December 2019. On December 22, the Friday before Christmas, the airport experienced its biggest day of the year, with 203,000 people traveling through its terminals. 30,400 aircraft arrived at or left the airport in December. According to The Straits Times, which cited the CAG, every region that the airport serves is seeing a robust rebound.Changi Airport in Singapore, which handled 328,000 flights and 58.9 million passengers in 2023, saw a notable recovery, returning to 83% of pre-Covid-19 traffic levels. India ranked fifth out of the top five major passenger markets for the airport, according to official data.  

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Akasa Air plans its expansion in the cutthroat Indian aviation industry.

Anand Srinivasan, Chief Information Officer of Akasa Air, discusses the airline's growth strategies and insights during a Masters' Union business school session. According to Srinivasan, Akasa Air is taking cues from market leader IndiGo and giving operational procedures precedence above short-term worries about market dominance.Srinivasan underlined that Akasa Air's market share would depend on the size of the fleet in the upcoming years, highlighting the airline's order of 76 aircraft and the delivery of 20 of them thus far. With the latest order for 150 more Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, the fleet size is predicted to reach above 200. Speaking to the strong demand in India's aviation industry, Srinivasan said that the problem is supply limitations brought on by airports, infrastructure, laws, and capital availability.In reference to the competition with IndiGo, Srinivasan expressed appreciation for IndiGo's profitable business model while acknowledging that a confrontation was inevitable. Though he expressed the desire to take on IndiGo head-on in the future, he compared Akasa Air to a “little pesky mosquito” at the moment.Even though IndiGo recently made a sizable order with Airbus for 500 A320s with the goal of doubling the size of its fleet by 2030, Srinivasan is still optimistic about Akasa Air's ability to efficiently and professionally compete in the changing aviation market.  

The coastal refuge of Signum comes in Dwarka

Signum Hotels offers Dwarka's beaches its unique blend of elegance and peace. It announced the opening of a 30-room beachside retreat in Dwarka in Q4 of 2024.Mehul Sharma, Founder & CEO, Signum Hotels and Resorts said, “We’re thrilled to offer a haven for discerning travelers to experience the magic of this sacred land – both its spiritual depths and its breathtaking coastline.”A peaceful getaway is provided by Dwarka's many attractions, which include Sudama Setu, Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Rukmini Devi Temple, Dunny Point, Gomti Ghat, and Dwarkadhish Temple.Signum Hotels offers Dwarka's beaches its unique blend of elegance and peace. It announced the opening of a 30-room beachside retreat in Dwarka in Q4 of 2024. "We're thrilled to offer a haven for discerning travelers to experience the magic of this sacred land - both its spiritual depths and its breathtaking coastline," stated Mehul Sharma, Founder and CEO of Signum Hotels and Resorts.A peaceful getaway is provided by Dwarka's many attractions, which include Sudama Setu, Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Rukmini Devi Temple, Dunny Point, Gomti Ghat, and Dwarkadhish Temple.  

First Test On day three, England battle to reach 89/1 at lunch.

England showed semblance of fight to score briskly on a fast-wearing uneven pitch to reach 89 for one at lunch against India on the third day of the first Test in Hyderabad on Saturday. Ben Duckett (38 batting) and Ollie Pope (16 batting) are at crease as the visitors were left to wipe out a massive deficit of 190 runs in their second innings. England still trail by 101 runs.India lost their opening essay after being bowled out for 436. Axar Patel (44), and Ravindra Jadeja (87) were unable to reach their individual century marks as the hosts could only add 15 runs to their 421 for seven overnight.Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley (31) of England, who were faced with a daunting assignment, did not panic and carried out their duties with tenacity. They continued the plan of using sweep and reverse sweeps to counter Indian spinners. To brighten the England camp, Crawley even hit Axar for a six over the sightscreen. The left-arm spinner let up more than seven runs per over throughout this time, while Ashwin scored more than five. However, India did not have to wait long for the initial success. Ashwin bowled around the wicket, creating a gap across Crawley, whose defensive prod resulted in an easy catch for Rohit Sharma at first slip.Previously, when play resumed in the morning, India's first innings did not last very long, finishing in 54 minutes. Jadeja lost leg before Joe Root and failed to get the much anticipated fourth Test hundred.When Jadeja moved to the front foot to stop an off-stump length delivery, the ball turned quite a little before hitting his pads. Umpire Chris Gaffaney chose to examine the call, and he raised his finger. Although there appeared to be a bat deflection, the replays were unable to provide a clear picture, therefore the third umpire decided to follow the on-field umpire's judgment.Indian innings came to an abrupt end as they lost the final three wickets without scoring any more runs. Root castled Jasprit Bumrah in the very next ball, while Rehan Ahmed thoroughly cleaned out Axar.  

Complete Medal Count for the Khelo India Youth Games 2024

The nation's youthful athletes are on display at the Khelo India Youth Games 2024 in Tamil Nadu, which is a celebration of talent, willpower, and sportsmanship. This sixth edition of KIYG, which takes place from January 19 to January 31, promises to be an incredible event with over 5,600 athletes nationally. The games, which were held in the energetic cities of Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, and Coimbatore, are evidence of India's dedication to fostering sports at the local level. In addition to providing a stage for athletic competition, the Khelo India Youth Games 2024 would celebrate the rich and varied sporting heritage of India.Complete Medal Count for the 2024 Khelo India Youth Games Young athletes from all throughout the country have shown off incredible achievements and fierce rivalry at the Khelo India Youth Games 2024. Since every state is fighting for first place in the total number of medals won, the competition has developed into a breeding ground for India's future athletes.States Participating in the Khelo India Youth Games Athletes from all 36 States and Union Territories of India are competing in this year's KIYG, demonstrating the wide-ranging and diverse interest in sports across the country. With 559 participants, Tamil Nadu has the greatest contingent of any host state, which could make for a fascinating contest. Khelo India Youth Games: The Pursuit for Medals With 933 medals up for grabs in KIYG 2024—including 278 gold, 278 silver, and 377 bronze—the stakes are very high. The participants will engage in intense competition in a variety of disciplines, each striving for victory and adding to the total number of medals earned by their state or Union Territory.The last Khelo India Youth Games champion was who? With a total of 161 medals, including 56 gold, 55 silver, and 50 bronze, Maharashtra emerged victorious at the most recent KIYG, which took place in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.As of right now, Maharashtra leads the medal standings at the Khelo India Youth Games 2023, having won 85 total—29 gold, 25 silver, and 31 bronze. Meanwhile, at the ongoing Khelo India Youth Games, Tamil Nadu has risen to the second spot in the standings with 64 medals overall, comprising 26 gold, 14 silver, and 24 bronze.  

Sreeja Akula Wins WTT Feeder Corpus Christi 2024, Capturing First Global Table Tennis Title

At WTT Feeder Corpus Christi 2024 in Texas, USA, Indian table tennis player Sreeja Akula achieved a significant milestone in her career by winning her maiden international championship.Leading Performance in the Championship In the final, Sreeja Akula faced the dangerous Lily Zhang of the USA, ranked No. 46 in the world and a three-time Olympian. Sreeja took the first spot on the podium with a commanding 3-0 (11-6, 18-16, 11-5) victory over Lily Zhang. The 30-minute-plus final demonstrated Sreeja's dominance in the match.Sreeja's Thoughts on the Victory Sreeja said, "I am immensely pleased, and my efforts got me where I wanted to be," expressing her happiness and contentment. Being a member of the mixed doubles team that is currently winning the Commonwealth Games, she highlighted how important it was for her to win this first international championship. While acknowledging the difficulties she had in the quarter-finals and semifinals, Sreeja focused on her tenacity in defeating competitors with better rankings.Way to Win: Overcoming More Skilled Rivals During his route to the title, Sreeja defeated opponents with higher rankings in some noteworthy victories. She defeated Jiangshan Guo of the USA in the semi-finals by a narrow 3-2 score (9-11, 11-5, 11-6, 10-12, 11-9). Another outstanding performance occurred in the quarterfinals as first seed Amy Wang of the USA, rated 37th, was upset by Sreeja by a score of 3-2 (11-9, 9-11, 11-1, 6-11, 11-9).Previous Victories in the Competition Prior to the championship round, Sreeja demonstrated her abilities by defeating world number 122. Yao Tang of the USA defeated Stephanie Ouellette of France 3-0 in the round of 32. Her perseverance and consistency were shown by these wins throughout the competition.Corpus Christi, 2024: WTT Feeder to host an Indian contingent Manav Thakkar and Harmeet Desai, two Indian athletes, competed in the tournament while Sreeja Akula reveled in her success. In the men's singles competition, Thakkar advanced to the semifinals and Desai to the quarterfinals. Even though they did not win any titles, their participation demonstrated India's rising stature in the world of table tennis.Having Knowledge of the WTT Feeder Series Lower-ranked and grassroots players rely on the WTT Feeder Series as a critical platform for regular international competition. This series, which comes after the Contender, Champions, Grand Smashes, and Cup Finals events, offers up-and-coming talent great exposure and chances. The success of Sreeja Akula in the WTT Feeder Corpus Christi 2024 shows how important these platforms are for developing and promoting table tennis talent.  

Juniors in Oceania Will Gain Access To International Badminton Through Development Opportunity

A youth development program for the Pacific countries is being incorporated by Badminton Oceania into this seven-day, two-tournament event, in anticipation of the VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024, which will give young people an introduction to the world of international badminton.The VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024 are a badminton festival that features an individual competition, a men's and women's team event, and a TOTALENERGIES BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals in May that will be held in China for the victors.  Over 212 players and support personnel from eight Oceania nations will compete in Geelong from February 12–18. The Pacific u17 Invitation Team Challenge and training camp will take place concurrently with the VICTOR Oceania Championships.  The Pacific u15 Invitation Team Challenge and development camp held in Auckland in 2023 served as the impetus for the Badminton Oceania Tier 3 Player Development Programme for 2024, which focuses on providing future Pacific players with this opportunity.Players have been training in-country ahead of the training camp and competition in February; over 60% of the 2024 participants were a part of the Auckland 2023 program.  This is also a chance to help prepare for the Oceania Junior Championships in 2025 and the World Junior Championships in 2024, which many of the participating nations are aiming for.Two days before the u17 Pacific Challenge, teams and players from the Cook Islands, Fiji, Guam, New Caledonia, Northern Marianas, and Tahiti will participate in the development camp along with their managers and coaches.  Both on-court and off-court activities will be part of the camp, including an integrity session that highlights the Player Education - Dual Career Program of the Badminton World Federation.A youth development program for the Pacific countries is being incorporated by Badminton Oceania into this seven-day, two-tournament event, in anticipation of the VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024, which will give young people an introduction to the world of international badminton.  

By2024, Bhavish Aggarwals AI business Krutrim will have produced Indias first unicorn.

Bhavish Aggarwal, the creator of Ola, has raised $50 million at a $1 billion valuation for his artificial intelligence business, Krutrim.The founder of Ola, Bhavish Aggarwal, announced that his AI business, Krutrim, has raised $50 million at a $1 billion value. The first AI stratum in India to achieve unicorn status is currently Krutrim.One of the investors in the most recent investment round for Krutrim is Matrix Partners India. It's interesting to note that, barely a month after launching as a huge language AI model, Krutrim has reached billion-dollar valuation.According to a corporate blog post, Krutrim, which translates to "artificial" in Sanskrit, is also building data centers throughout the nation with the goal of establishing a supercomputer ecosystem for AI development in India. Next month, the business intends to release a beta version of its self-titled chatbot for consumer use. In the upcoming months, Krutrim will also make APIs available to developers and businesses.One of the principal backers of Aggarwal's other two firms, Ola and Ola Electric, is Matrix Partners.Aggarwal said in a press release, "We are thrilled to announce the successful closure of our first funding round, which not only validates the potential of Krutrim’s innovative AI solutions but also underscores the confidence investors have in our ability to drive meaningful change out of India for the world."The founder of Ola, Bhavish Aggarwal, announced that his AI business, Krutrim, has raised $50 million at a $1 billion value. The first AI stratum in India to achieve unicorn status is currently Krutrim. One of the investors in the most recent investment round for Krutrim is Matrix Partners India.After a $50 million fundraising round led by a group of investors that included Matrix Partners India, Bhavish Aggarwal, the creator of Ola, launched his third firm, Krutrim, which became the first AI unicorn in India. Additionally, the fundraising round creates the first Indian unicorn, Krutrim AI 2024.  

Binny Bansal leaves Flipkart formally

Binny Bansal, a co-founder of Flipkart, has left the board of the online retailer after more than 16 years of employment. Entrackr was informed of the development by a Flipkart representative."I am pleased with the accomplishments made by the Flipkart Group in the last 16 years. With the knowledge that Flipkart is in capable hands and is in a solid position with a strong leadership team and a clear route forward, I have made the decision to stand down. In a statement, Bansal said, "I remain a strong supporter of the business and I wish the team the best of luck as they continue to transform experiences for customers."Walmart paid $3.5 billion to Binny Bansal, Accel Partners, and Tiger Global for the remaining Flipkart shares in September 2023. Estimates indicate that Bansal gained $650 million after selling his whole interest for $35 billion.According to an ET story, he may have resigned from the company's board due to a disagreement with his new e-commerce business.Bansal launched OppDoor, a new company, earlier this month with the goal of offering end-to-end solutions to e-commerce companies. OppDoor is reportedly going to target e-commerce businesses in the US, Canada, Mexico, the UK, Germany, Singapore, Japan, and Australia at first. Walmart, Flipkart's parent firm, contributed an additional $600 million, or Rs 5,000 crore, to the company last month. In this round, the company is trying to raise $1 billion. The online retailer made headlines as well for letting go of over a thousand workers. The company's CEO, Kalyan Krishnamurthy, stated during a recent town hall meeting that while the company is almost profitable, an initial public offering (IPO) is not planned for 2024.As you may remember, Bansal left his role as CEO of the Flipkart Group in 2018. Following an independent investigation into a personal conduct claim by Walmart and Flipkart, he resigned. Despite his resignation, Bansal remained a member of the board.After more than 16 years, co-founder of Flipkart Binny Bansal has formally left the board of the e-commerce platform. The other co-founder, Sachin Bansal, departed the board in 2018. Sachin started the financial services company Navi after departing from Flipkart.  

Day 2 Box Office Collection for Fighter: Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshans eyes The ₹100 crore club

Day 2 of Fighter Box Office Collection: The film, starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, was released on January 25, one day ahead of Republic Day. During the second day of the national holiday, the movie gained momentum and earned over 1.5 times its opening day total.During its two-day run in theaters across all languages, "Fighter" brought in a net collection of ₹61.5 crore in India, according to film industry tracker Sacnilk. On Republic Day, the movie earned ₹39 crore in net revenue. On the day of its release, it brought in ₹22.5 crore in India across all languages.Fighter Box Office Collection Day 2: During its two days in theaters, the movie "Fighter" has made a net collection of ₹61.5 crore in India. On Friday, its Hindi version had an overall occupancy rate of 41.57%.After making a reasonable (albeit not very impressive) Rs 24 crore on the first day, the big-budget Hrithik Roshan flick Fighter truly took off on the second day. Due to favorable buzz about the film's airborne action sequences, Fighter's profits on its second day of release—which fell on Republic Day holiday—are predicted to have soared by more than 70%. This raises the domestic two-day total of the film to Rs 61 crore. The anticipated amount for the domestic launch weekend is between Rs 120 crore and Rs 150 crore.Siddharth Anand's patriotic action film Fighter follows the lives of a few Air Force fighter pilots during a conflict. Supporting roles go to Karan Singh Grover and Akshay Oberoi in addition to Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor. According to Sacnilk, Fighter reported occupancy rates of 41% for the 2D standard version and 42% for the 3D edition. For both of the film versions, evening performances drew the majority of viewers. Chennai recorded occupancy of over 80% of its capacity, but Mumbai and the Delhi NCR area reported occupancy of roughly 50%. Fighter is not being marketed as a pan-Indian film, despite current trends. The first-day box office receipts for the film did not quite match the high expectations that Hrithik has set for himself recently (his two previous films with Siddharth Anand had larger debuts); nonetheless, they did signify a return to form for the actor, who was thought to have underperformed in his last film, Vikram Vedha. Fighter will beat the roughly Rs 80 crore that Vikram Vedha completed its domestic run with on day three alone.War remains Hrithik Roshan's highest-grossing movie to date, taking in over Rs 470 crore worldwide after earning Rs 53 crore the previous year. After its premiere at Rs 27 crore, Bang Bang made over Rs 350 crore globally. Siddharth, Deepika, and Anil Kapoor recently wrapped their successful film projects. The most recent film in which Anil appeared was the controversial hit Animal, whereas Siddharth and Deepika worked together in the Shah Rukh Khan movie Pathaan.