Beginning on January 18, there will be the Bangalore International Grandmasters Open Chess Tournament.

The Bangalore Urban District Chess Association (BUDCA), in conjunction with the government of Karnataka, is all prepared to hold the first edition of the Bangalore International Grandmasters Open Chess Tournament at the Kanteerava Indoor Stadium from January 18 to 26.Over 2000 players and over 40 grandmasters from 20 different countries—among them notable figures like Abhijeet Gupta and Nigel Short—are anticipated to compete in the Garden City, which last played home to a major tournament over 40 years ago.The competition, which will offer ₹50 lakh in prize money, will be divided into three categories, A, B, and C based on the FIDE ratings of the players. There will also be an open Blitz competition on January 22.The first grandmaster from Karnataka, M.S. Thejkumar, was happy to participate in a competition at home. “There is a sharp rise in the number of tournaments in India now,” he said during a media event on Saturday."I truly wanted to compete in a tournament of this caliber when I became the General Manager in 2017, but that goal was never realized. This will significantly benefit the younger population.  

In Adelaide, Bopanna and Ebden lose a fierce battle.

After winning the ITF junior tennis competition, Jen Milic poses with the trophy. | Image Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Tennis Lidia Podgorichani and Ognjen Milic win the junior ITF tennis championship. At the DLTA Complex on Saturday, top-seeded Lidia Podgorichani of Thailand defeated Maria Golovina in the girls' final of the ITF junior tennis competition, 6-2, 6-2. The 80th-ranked Lidia, who had won the singles championship in Chandigarh last week, outperformed Maria, who had gone unbeaten for more than two weeks, with a clinical display. Maria struggled to accept the loss because she had defeated a number of strong players this week. She actually started crying during the second set and didn't stop until the match was over. Maria wasIn the $739,945 ATP tennis tournament in Adelaide, Australia, second seeds Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden lost to third seeds Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury in the doubles final on Saturday, 7-5, 5-7, [11-9].Along with $34,600, the winning team also received 250 ATP points. The runner-up received 150 points and $18,000.Arjun Kadhe and Marcus Willis advanced to the €74,825 Challenger doubles final in Oeiras, Portugal.  

Lidia Podgorichani and Ognjen Milic win the junior ITF tennis championship.

After winning the ITF junior tennis competition, Jen Milic poses with the trophy. | Image Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Tennis Lidia Podgorichani and Ognjen Milic win the junior ITF tennis championship. At the DLTA Complex on Saturday, top-seeded Lidia Podgorichani of Thailand defeated Maria Golovina in the girls' final of the ITF junior tennis competition, 6-2, 6-2. The 80th-ranked Lidia, who had won the singles championship in Chandigarh last week, outperformed Maria, who had gone unbeaten for more than two weeks, with a clinical display.Maria struggled to accept the loss because she had defeated a number of strong players this week. She actually started crying during the second set and didn't stop until the match was over. Maria was even more disappointed that her game was so messed up that she couldn't offer a decent challenge. Lidia was happy with the way she performed. Quick to clarify, the Thai player would not be playing at the Australian Open; instead, she would be defending points in the upcoming tournament in Kolkata.The same was true for Serbia's Ognjen Milic, the boys champion, who engaged in a tough left-handed match and used his passionate play to irritate top seed NIkita Bilozertsev. When Nikita pulled out, unable to motivate himself to battle any longer, the slender Milic was ahead 6-3, 4-0.Ognjen Milic declared he will travel to Kolkata for the upcoming competition and work hard to get ready for the French Open in the later part of the season.  

57 kilograms of gold is secured by Aman Sherawat at the 2024 Zagreb Open singles

Rising Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat won the gold medal in the 57 kg men's singles at the Zagreb Open 2024, defeating Zou Wanhao of China 10-0 in the final thanks to his technical dominance.Aman Sehrawat, the rising star in Indian wrestling, lit up the Zagreb Open 2024 as he took home the gold in the men's singles 57 kg division. In the championship match, the 20-year-old wrestler showed off his skills by outlasting Zou Wanhao of China 10-0 and winning with technical superiority. With this remarkable victory, Sehrawat's 2024 campaign got off to an incredible start.Domination Right Away The 13th-ranked player in the world, Sehrawat, demonstrated his superiority over his Chinese opponent from the very beginning of the championship match. There was only a minute and eight seconds remaining when he ended the battle decisively, demonstrating his accuracy and expertise.Reversing the Flow in the Qualification Phase Sehrawat played Turkish player Muhammet Karavus in the qualification round. The Indian grappler had a 0–4 early lead against his opponent, but he pulled off an amazing comeback to win the bout 15–4. This demonstration of Sehrawat's tenacity and resolve demonstrated her capacity to overcome obstacles and triumph.The Coach's Viewpoint After Sehrawat's victory, his coach Lalit Kumar was pleased with the athlete's effort. Kumar, recently conferred with the Dronacharya Award, stressed the serious efforts made into perfecting Sehrawat’s approach. "There weren't many tournaments in the last few months, but we didn't even take a day off from work," he said. He spent the whole day honing his starts.Possible Controversy at the Olympic Trials Now that Sehrawat is widely considered India's next major wrestling phenomenon, focus is on the next selection trials to secure a spot in the Olympics in 2024. The teenage wrestler might go up against Ravi Dahiya, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics silver medallist. Indian wrestlers will compete fiercely in the selection trials next month in an attempt to represent their nation at the Olympics.Different Results for Additional Indian Wrestlers While Sehrawat was enjoying his gold medal win, other Indian wrestlers had different results from the tournament. Deepak Punia suffered a loss to Kazakhstan's Azamat Dauletbekov in his qualifying round match in the men's 86kg division. Punia, however, proved resilient in the first-round rematch, defeating Valentyn Babii of Ukraine 4-1. Conversely, Yash, who was competing in the men's 74kg division, had to overcome Quincy Miles of the United States. In the Round of 16, technical superiority caused Yash to lose 0–10.  

There will be 240 players in the Yuva Kabaddi Series Winter Edition 2023 from 12 states.

The seventh iteration of the ground-breaking Yuva Kabaddi Series 2023 is set to take place at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Pondicherry from January 12 to February 7, and rising Kabaddi players are poised to show off their daring maneuvers.In the opening game of the winter edition of the competition, which was started in 2022 and has been giving India's rising Kabaddi players a fiercely competitive environment to help them become stars in their sport, Chola Veerans will play Palani Tuskers on Friday.Over 65 players are now displaying their skills in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10, which is currently underway. The Yuva Kabaddi Series has played a significant role in determining the future of Indian Kabaddi. With the Yuva Kabaddi Series, we are dedicated to developing the sport's youth talent and want to see it spread throughout the entire nation.The winter competition will feature 12 teams with players from 12 different states, and Mr. Vikas Gautam, CEO of Yuva Kabaddi Series, stated, "We anticipate intense matches between all the teams."The competition gives the younger players (those weighing less than 80 kg) an opportunity to show off their skills and prepares them for Kabaddi's largest stage. In the Yuva Kabaddi Series, more than 1400 young players have participated in 751 games with 85 coaches and 183 referees thus far.The Yuva Kabaddi Series seeks to help players acquire a wider range of abilities by offering support in areas such as financial literacy, media training, and nutrition during their involvement. This is in addition to helping players construct a viable career path in sports. The tournament will be opened on Friday by LT. Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan, the governor of Telangana and the UT of Puducherry. The grand finale of the 50th Jubilee Pondicherry State Kabaddi Championship 2024 will take place prior to the opening ceremony.A total of 120 intense matches will take place in the winter edition, and 240 players from 12 different states will compete. The fans may see all the electrifying action Live on FanCode.The teams who are taking part are: Vijayanagara Veers, Hampi Heroes, Panchala Pride, Maurya Mavericks, Aravalli Arrows, Palani Tuskers, Chola Verrans, Sindh Sonics, Himalayan Tahrs, Murthal Magnets, Periyar Panthers, Tadoba Tigers, and Vijayanagara VeersChallenger Round: 26 January – 3 Feb.   

Australia is no match for Indias formidable defense for AFC Asian Cup

With the 2-0 victory, Australia, along with Uzbekistan and Syria, is leading Group B. In contrast, India will need to perform above and beyond all expectations in order to advance to the knockout stages.India's players erected a blue wall in front of their goal and stopped everything Australia tried to throw at them for forty-five minutes. Australia gained 12 corners and had 72% of the possession, but the Blue Tigers managed just three attempts on goal compared to the Socceroos' 14. But despite all of their deft passes, cunning runs, lovely crosses, and through balls, Australia was unable to overcome India's desperate defense.The result of India's encounter against Syria on January 23 will determine whether they advance to the round of 16 in the continental extravaganza, as Australia and Uzbekistan (January 18) are far superior to them in terms of talent. India might move into third place in the group and even earn a spot in the knockout stage if they defeat Syria. The top four teams from each of the six groups, as well as the top two teams from each group, advance to the round of 16.India, who were eliminated from the group stage in their last two tournaments (2011) and (2019), will also have a difficult battle this time around as they are grouped alongside Australia, Uzbekistan, and Syria in Group B.Australia gained 12 corners and had 72% of the possession, but the Blue Tigers managed just three attempts on goal compared to the Socceroos' 14. However, despite all of their deft passes, sly runs, lovely crosses, and through balls, Australia was unable to overcome India's desperate defense.  

Tomorrow, PM Modi will open the 27th National Youth Festival in Nashik, Maharashtra.

Tomorrow, on the anniversary of Swami Vivekananda's birth, Prime Minister Narendra of Maharashtra will open the 27th National Youth Festival in Nashik to commemorate National Youth Day.  The four-day event has "Viksit Bharat@2047" as its subject.The "Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri - Nhava Sheva Atal Setu" will also be inaugurated later by the prime minister. Mr. Modi had already placed the bridge's foundation stone in December 2016. The 21.8-kilometer, six-lane bridge was constructed at an estimated cost of approximately 17,840 crore rupees. Its purpose is to facilitate faster connection between Mumbai and Pune, Goa, and South India. It is noteworthy for being India's longest sea bridge.In closing, Mr. Modi will speak at a public event in Navi Mumbai, where he will dedicate, inaugurate, and lay the cornerstone for several development projects totaling over 12,700 crore rupees.  Phase 2 of the Uran-Kharkopar railway line, the opening of the first phase of the Surya Regional Bulk Drinking Water project, the construction of the underground road tunnel connecting Eastern Freeway's Orange Gate to Marine Drive, and the opening of the new suburban station "Digha Gaon" on the Thane-Vashi/Panvel Trans-harbour line are a few of these.Additionally, the Prime Minister will open "Bharat Ratnam," a Mega Common Facilitation Center at the Santacruz Electronic Export Processing Zone-Special Economic Zone (SEEPZ SEZ) for the Gem and Jewellery industry. Namo Mahila Shashaktikaran Abhiyaan, which intends to empower women in the State by offering skill development training and exposure to entrepreneurial development, would be introduced by the prime minister.On January 12, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will speak to the nation's youth during the 27th National Youth Festival in Nashik, Maharashtra.  

According to Sitharaman, Indias GDP will reach $30 trillion by 2047, and PHD calls it the most resilient.

According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, India's GDP would reach $30 trillion by 2047. She added that 919 billion US dollars in foreign direct investment had been received by India in 23 years, up until 2023, and that the nation's economy will reach five trillion dollars by 2028. Of these, nine years' worth of investments accounted for sixty-five percent. Sitharaman also acknowledged Gujarat's role as the nation's growth engine, contributing more than 8% of the GDP. Sitharaman was speaking at the Gandhinagar Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit. The PM Gatishakti initiative is becoming recognized as a global standard for seamless and integrated multi-modal connectivity, according to a statement made by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on the same day.At the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, India and the UAE exchanged four memorandums of understanding, according to Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra. These memorandums of understanding concern investment collaboration in food parks, renewable energy, innovative healthcare, and logistics cooperation. Meanwhile, among the top 10 most powerful economies in 2024 and 2025, the Indian economy has been deemed by an industry authority to be the most robust. In a report following its study, the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry commended the developments in the Indian economy.Key macroeconomic data, such as GDP growth, export growth, gross national savings, total investments, and the debt-to-GDP ratio, served as the foundation for the industry body's study. According to a press release from Sanjeev Agrawal, President of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the economy is predicted to surpass USD 4 trillion in 2024 and then move to the next orbit in 2025 due to consistent GDP growth rates exceeding 7% over the previous two years and a projected continuation of this trend in the current year as well. According to Agrawal, India is making great progress toward achieving its ambitious growth trajectory. GDP growth is expected to range between 7.4 and 7.5% for the current fiscal year, which ends in March 2024.According to the National Statistics Office's January 5 report, the Indian economy is predicted to expand by 7.3% in the current fiscal year 2023–24, continuing to be the fastest-growing major economy. India's GDP expanded by 8.7% in 2021–22 and 7.2% in 2022–23. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) increased its growth projection last month by 50 basis points to 7% from an earlier estimate of 6.5%, and the statistical office released its first advance estimates of GDP. Despite the challenges facing the world economy, India's economy is still strong, according to the industry association PHDCCI. "World value networks are being disrupted, inflationary pressures are being generated, and geopolitical conflicts are changing the world. International institutions have acknowledged India's growing geopolitical significance, according to Sanjeev Agrawal. Citing analysts, PHDCCI stated that markets are anticipated to stayAccording to the PHDCCI research, the average inflation trend in 2024 is anticipated to be approximately 4.5%. The Reserve Bank of India is predicted to decrease the repo rate by 100 basis points to reach the level of repo rate at 5.5% by the end 2024. At its December meeting, the RBI Monetary Policy Committee unanimously agreed to retain the current status quo at the 6.5% policy repo rate, marking the fifth consecutive meeting in which this decision was made.   

Maxkleens Sankranti advertisement expresses gratitude to housekeepers

When a joyful and celebratory season approaches, we frequently want to make the most of the occasion by keeping our homes tidy and prepared for the holidays. Every holiday season, our house helpers—the everyday heroes who keep so many houses tidy and lovely—scrub, dust, and disinfect our homes down to the last detail. Maxkleen Safai has created a campaign in honor of these unsung heroes to show appreciation for them throughout this holiday season.A promotion by Wipro Consumer Care's floor cleaning products Maxkleen was launched in Hyderabad with the goal of giving everyday house helpers' homes a thorough cleaning in preparation for Sankranti, the festival of lights. Sankranti, also known as Makara Sankranti in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, is a national holiday celebrated by making elaborate sweets, deep cleaning, and home décor. It is also known as the festival of harvest. People set bonfires with unwanted and old objects during this time, signifying the letting go of the old to make room for the new.Maxkleen collaborated on the "Safai campaign" with a cleaning services team and the non-governmental organization Ashray Akruti, which aims to better the lives of underprivileged groups in society and those with disabilities. With the assistance of Maxkleen and the cleaning services team, Ashray Akruti reached out to the house helpers, determined what cleaning needs they had, and used the ground-breaking Maxkleen product to leave their houses smelling wonderful and with large smiles on their faces. As they stepped into their clean, fresh, and aromatic houses, we observed their faces filled with tears, excitement, and deep appreciation. With the recent debut of its ground-breaking product, Maxkleen Power Squeeze, the company started the "Safai campaign."With Maxkleen Power Squeeze, an industry first, "one squeeze" of the product—also known as "one pichuk"—is sufficient to clean a floor with one bucket of water.For our "everyday heroes," this project offered a joyful fresh start, enabling them to celebrate Sankranti with their loved ones. "We wanted to create a positive impact in the lives of these 'unsung heroes' who not only make our lives more comfortable but whose contributions are often overlooked," said Ushasis Saha, GM of Business Development at Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting. We wanted to spread the same happiness that they do every day to their families on Sankranti by making this modest gift. Maxkleen Power Squeeze's unique "pichuk" design makes floor cleaning simple, inexpensive, and convenient. This made it possible for us to swiftly and conveniently clean a number of houses, leaving a trail of smiles and fragrant, shining floors in our wake.  

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Dasos releases a TVC with Naga Chaitanya in it.

The latest Television Commercial (TVC) from Dasos Cabinets, an interiors firm that specializes in kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, and TV units, features actor Naga Chaitanya. Created by PAD, the campaign's central idea is 'It's Your Right to Know,' which questions accepted beliefs and behaviors in the fixed furniture industry."Taking on the market's most common problems, PAD has created an engaging story for Dasos Cabinets that emphasizes how consumers frequently overlook and grow accustomed to the subtleties of furniture design, quality, and other factors, frequently responding with the phrase "You know na bro." With Dasos Cabinets, "It's Your Right to Know," and the idea that "You know na bro" no longer applies when thinking about Kitchen Cabinets, Wardrobes, and TV units, the firm said in a press release. The TVC starring Naga Chaitanya establishes a strong communication approach."I am thrilled to unveil the 'It's Your Right to Know' campaign for Dasos Cabinets, which reflects our unwavering commitment to providing transparency, quality, and customization in the fixed furniture industry," said Manoj Kashyap, Director of Dasos Cabinets, in remarks marking the campaign's launch. Naga Chaitanya was the ideal choice to deliver our message because of his captivating demeanor and dedication to perfection. His affiliation with Dasos Cabinets enhances our reputation and highlights our commitment to providing clients with the information and confidence they need to make wise furniture decisions. ""When crafting the narrative for Dasos Cabinets' TVC, we wanted to address the common issues customers face in the fixed furniture and challenge the status quo," stated Vivek Reddy, co-founder and creative director of PAD. The idea of 'It's Your Right to Know' has become a potent message, imploring people to never sacrifice quality. We choose this theme in order to make Dasos Cabinets stand out as a company that respects the needs and rights of its consumers, as well as to connect with their experiences and offer a new viewpoint to this sector."  

Neetu Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor team together for Lays

Lay's has unveiled a witty and relatable campaign, "Isey Kehte Hain Pyaar". The advertisement, which stars Neetu Kapoor and brand ambassador Ranbir Kapoor, depicts a comical conflict between flavor and devotion as Lay's enticing taste tests the tenacity of enduring relationships.The ad creatively explores the lighthearted conflict that arises as the mother-son team competes to win the ultimate prize—a bag of Lay's chips. No one voluntarily gives up their Lay's due to the irresistible attraction of the brand's distinctive flavor, which tests even the strongest relationships.In a competition for their favorite Lay's, Ranbir Kapoor pairs up with his real-life mother, Neetu Kapoor. In the first scene of the movie, Ranbir plays the ideal son, helping Neetu with housework all day long. Nevertheless, as Neetu looks for her missing Lay's—a pack that was first given to Ranbir—the lighthearted narrative unfolds. The story takes a hilarious turn when Ranbir, who had up until then been a loyal kid, smiles cheekily and removes the hidden Lay's pack from behind the sofa cushions. He proudly celebrates the enduring passion for Lay's as he closes the mischievous prank with a satisfied bite. This endearing mischief establishes the tone for a slew of delightful movies that are still to come.Saumya Rathor, Category Lead - Potato Chips, PepsiCo India, exuded excitement at the campaign's debut, saying, "We all know that love doesn't always conquer all, especially when there's a bag of Lay's involved." Everybody has been there: looking down a bag of Lay's and debating whether to share or enjoy a delectable moment of alone. Our newest commercial, which features the masterful portrayal of this behavior by Ranbir Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor, highlights how love for Lay's can even test the strongest bonds. This movie is just the start of an epic food fight between them that promises suspense, humor, and surprising turns. Get ready. In this thrilling series, you'll be on the edge of your seat as love, loyalty, and a bag of Lay's await the ultimate test. Thus, remain .The campaign was a pleasure to work on. The film does a fantastic job of capturing the lighthearted moments between love and Lay's. The enjoyable exchanges between Lay's, myself, and Ranbir are only the beginning of an exciting series. The endearing Neetu Kapoor said, "While Ranbir took the first win, there's more excitement ahead—let's consider it 1-0 for now but stay tuned for what's next." PepsiCo India, Director Vivek Kakkad, and Leo Burnett worked closely together to create the advertisement. Lay's 'Isey Kehte Hain Pyaar' campaign will engross consumers in a pleasant world with a 360-degree strategy that will incorporate many elements and a full rollout across multiple platforms, including digital, television, print, and social media.  

Vibrants Comedy festival Full Golmal is presented by Bangla Cinema.

December brought the year to a glittering close with Christmas and New Year celebrations. Seasonal advertisements were also a result of the celebrations. Between December 16 and December 31, there were a few thoughtful commercials from brands that made us feel festive and cheery. These five advertisements feature five distinct brands that stand out from the crowd. The sequence in which they have been listed is alphabetical.A whole generation's worth of Bollywood nostalgia was stoked by Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan's references to two of their classic films, Baazigar and Don for Everest Pav Bhaji Masala. R. Balki directed the movie. The company capitalized on the equation that the two shared by bringing together two of Bollywood's most recognisable actors. The humorous ad highlights their sassy conversation.The underlying message of the redBus Christmas advertisement is that Christmas is for everyone. Homecoming is a yearly project by redBus as part of #EveryonesChristmas. It depicts a grandfather demonstrating to his melancholy granddaughter how Christmas unites India's diverse ethnicities.Swiggy's Christmas commercial was a fantastic parody of The Office. Santa Claus gives a brief introduction to "The art of delivery joy" to the wide-eyed Swiggy staff, who both confuse and amuse him. We laughed a little at the advertisement's playful allusion to Zomato, Swiggy's main rival.Kennedy & Wieden India made us smile with this brilliant commercial for the brand Whistle, which is for cosmetic dentistry. The concept originated from the observation that people who are self-conscious about their teeth find it difficult to engage in conversation. The main character is a young man who, fearing that someone would notice his teeth, tries to avoid conversing in public at all costs. One intriguing detail of the advertisement is that the "Morchang," a little instrument that is ironically played with teeth, was used to produce the background tune.The Zomato Christmas advertisement made me feel warm and fuzzy. The commercial pays tribute to the company's delivery executives, who are resolved not to allow a belated Santa Claus ruin the holiday spirit.  

Animal"" hits the Rs 800 crore mark at the global box office.

"Within 16 days of its release, the Ranbir Kapoor film Animal has brought in Rs 817.36 crore at the worldwide box office, the film's makers announced on Sunday. On December 1, the Sandeep Reddy Vanga-directed action drama in the languages of Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam was released in theaters. The latest box office numbers for Animal were released by T-Series, one of the production companies behind the film, on its official X page. Additionally, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, Triptii Dimri, Suresh Oberoi, and Prem Chopra are featured in the movie."  

From Trisha-Mansoor Ali Khan row to AR Rahman concert: five controversy-filled South Asian films

A number of South Korean blockbuster movies were released in 2023. But there were other disputes throughout the year. Musician AR Rahman gained notoriety after his performance in Chennai garnered harsh criticism. In a similar vein, Trisha and Rashmika Mandanna made headlines for different reasons. This article presents a list of five significant scandals that brought attention to South Korean film and its stars.    

Filming for 'Thandel' has begun with Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi.

Filming for Naga Chaitanya's upcoming movie, "Thandel," starring Sai Pallavi, has begun. Chandoo Mondeti is the director of the film. After 'Premam' (2016) and 'Savyasachi' (2018), 'Thandel' is Naga Chaitanya's third partnership with Mondeti.The highly anticipated film 'Thandel' starring Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi has commenced filming. The two had previously collaborated on "Love Story" in 2021. The movie is presently being filmed in Udupi. Produced by Bunny Vasu, Thandel is presented by Allu Aravind.  

"Two days after her ex-husband Arbaaz Khan's wedding, Giorgia Andriani took some photos in Mumbai. "

"Giorgia Andriani, an actress and model, declared earlier this month that she and Arbaaz Khan were no longer together. Arbaaz wed makeup artist Shura Khan in a small ceremony on December 24. On December 26, two days later, Giorgia was photographed while walking her dog.   "    

Abhishek Bachchan remembers father Amitabh juggling several shootings with amazement.

"Actor Abhishek Bachchan talked candidly on how the movie business has changed over time and related a tale from his father Amitabh Bachchan's days of balancing several filmings. In a recent interview with Galatta Plus, Abhishek revealed that in his early days on set, he would obey the director's instructions. He also recalled the difficulties his father, Amitabh Bachchan, had when managing several shoots at once. Abhishek related a tale from his father about filming ""Deewaar"" in Mumbai and ""Sholay"" near Bengaluru on the same day for a month.""I was working double shifts early in my career, and one day I was exhausted, so I went home early,"" he remarked. He was eating his breakfast and getting ready to go. He said, ‘How was it?’ I said I was very tired. He said, ""We used to do a lot of this,"" in a very casual manner. I was shooting Sholay about an hour’s drive from Bengaluru, where the Ramgarh set was. We would shoot all day, I would pack up, take an hour’s drive to Bengaluru airport, take a flight to Mumbai, go straight to Ballard pier, where we were shooting the climax of Deewaar. I would shoot all night, come back home, take a shot of adrenaline, fly back to Bengaluru the next morning and shoot"  

Celebrating a new Guinness record, Gwalior, the musical city of creativity

"The achievement on Monday occurs barely one month after Gwalior was named in November as the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) Creative City of Music. During the ongoing 99th International Tansen Mahotsav in Gwalior, some 1,300 musicians performed Vande Mataram on tabla on Monday, breaking the record for the ""largest table ensemble"" according to Guinness World Records.At the 'Taal Darbar' in Gwalior, City of Music, 1500 people played tabla, creating a Guinness World Record for the most people playing tabla simultaneously. The historic performance was witnessed by Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav. Chief Minister Yadav stated that 25 December will be designated as 'Tabla Divas'.     "