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Mumbai: The demise of advertising legend Piyush Pandey has left everyone across the nation in deep grief and shock. Tributes have been pouring in since news of Piyush Pandey's death emerged online. Finance Minister Condoles Death of Piyush Pandey Paying her condolences, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on X wrote, "Saddened to hear of the passing of Shri Piyush Pandey. A titan and legend of Indian advertising, he transformed communication by bringing everyday idioms, earthy humor, and genu ...Read More >
Mumbai: Piyush Pandey, the man who gave Indian advertising its unique voice, passed away at the age of 70. Known for his wit, warmth and unmatched creativity, Pandey reshaped the industry by bringing emotion, language, and local flavour to storytelling. Over his four-decade journey with Ogilvy India, he helped Indian brands connect with ordinary people through authentic and relatable narratives. Born in Jaipur in 1955, Pandey joined Ogilvy in 1982 after brief stints in cricket, construction and ...Read More >
New Delhi: Piyush Pandey, the legendary creative force behind some of India's most iconic advertisements for Fevicol, Cadbury, and Asian Paints, passed away on Friday at the age of 70. He had been suffering from an infection. His final rites will be conducted at 11 am at Shivaji Park in Mumbai. The Voice of Indian Advertising With a career spanning nearly four decades, Pandey served as the Chief Creative Officer Worldwide and Executive Chairman India of Ogilvy. He joined Ogilvy in 1982, initia ...Read More >
Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra will be conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Army. The pipping ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday at noon. This marks a significant milestone in his distinguished career. Chopra has previously received several accolades and promotions within the Army. His journey includes an Olympic gold medal and other prestigious awards. Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra on Wednesday was given the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel by th ...Read More >
Gaya (Bihar) [India], October 22 (ANI): Bhagirath Manjhi, son of Dashrath Manjhi, popularly known as the 'Mountain Man,' has expressed disappointment over not receiving a Congress party ticket for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, despite what he claims were prior assurances. Speaking to ANI, Bhagirath Manjhi said he had travelled to Delhi and stayed there for four days in the hope of securing a ticket to contest in the elections. "I stayed in Delhi for 4 days but didn't get the ticket... ...Read More >
Jorhat, Oct 22: As Assam continues to grieve the loss of its most loved music icon, Zubeen Garg, environmentalist and Padma Shri awardee Jadav Payeng, known across the country as the "Forest Man of India", has expressed deep sorrow and called for justice for the late artist, whom he described as a kindred spirit. Payeng shared intimate memories of Zubeen from the singer's youth. "I first met Zubeen when he was a student at J.B. College in Jorhat. He would often cycle to the Brahmaputra sandbars ...Read More >
New Delhi: The pipping ceremony of Olympic gold medallist and Lt. Colonel (Honorary) Neeraj Chopra was held on Wednesday in New Delhi, marking another significant milestone in his decorated career. The ceremony was attended by Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Upendra Dwivedi. According to The Gazette of India, the appointment took effect on April 16. Neeraj joined the Indian Army as a junior commissioned officer in the rank of Naib Subedar on August 2 ...Read More >
HYDERABAD BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao has assured Padma Shri award winner Darshanam Mogilaiah that he would take the responsibility to get the issue of house site allotted to the Kinnera artiste (musician) and to get his eye treatment done. Mr. Mogilaiah, who won the Padma Shri award in 2022 for continuing the tradition of playing 12-step Kinnera (a folk music instrument) and keeping the tradition alive, met Mr. Rama Rao here on Saturday and sought his help to protect the land allotted ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 16 (ANI): Telangana's Hyderabad city is gearing up to celebrate the annual Sadar Festival, a significant celebration observed by the Yadav community. This year, the Telangana State government has officially declared October 19 as the day to commemorate this grand festival, also known as Dunnapothula Panduga.Congress MP Anil Kumar Yadav held a meeting with the Yadav community to discuss arrangements for the festival and participated in traditional Sadar danc ...Read More >
As Uganda joined the rest of the world to mark Global Handwashing Day, the government, in partnership with Dettol Uganda, renewed its commitment to promoting hygiene, dignity, and health in schools and communities. The call to action was made by Florence Nambozo, minister of state for Karamoja Affairs, during the celebrations and the official launch of phase II of the Dettol Hygiene Quest, a global education programme designed to equip young children with essential hygiene skills for life. Tar ...Read More >
Patna: Popular Bhojpuri singer and actor Khesari Lal Yadav joined the RJD on Thursday along with his wife, Chanda Devi, saying that the entire state wants a change in the govt."Bihar earnestly wants a change... Ek baar badalne ki jarurat hai (there is a need to change the govt once)," Khesari told reporters, adding that he joined the party because he wants to be part of this change. He said Bihar urgently needs to launch steps to check large-scale migration so that families stay together.Khesari ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 17 (ANI): Haryana's pride, the magnificent Murrah bulls, are all set to take center stage at the Sadar Sammelan festival in Hyderabad. Among the participants are renowned champions such as Golu 2, Bajrangi, Rolex, and Basha, promising to capture the hearts of attendees with their impressive stature and strength. This festival not only highlights the rich cultural heritage of Haryana but also showcases the exceptional breeding of these iconic bulls that are ...Read More >
Patna: Actor Manoj Bajpayee has slammed the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) for using a doctored video of his for their election campaign. The now deleted video was also shared by former chief minister Tejashwi Yadav. The Padma Shri awardee, who was born in Bihar's West Champaran, without naming any party, slammed the creators over unethical conduct for misusing the video that he originally shot for a streaming platform. The doctored video, allegedly created by the IT wing of the RJD, went viral af ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) The battle of Bihar is getting intense, and colourful with the approaching assembly elections. The Padma Shri awardee, actor Manoj Bajpayee recently found himself at the centre of a poll campaign video doctored by the IT wing of Rashtriya Janata Dal. The 4 time National Award-winning actor slammed the creators of the video for unlawfully using his personality and imagery without his consent, for electoral gains and swinging the voters. Tejashwi Yadav, the son of ...Read More >
Mohanlal shared a heartfelt message honouring the Indian Territorial Army's 77 years of service, saying he's proud to serve alongside brave men and women. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has paid a heartfelt tribute to the Indian Territorial Army (TA) on its 77th anniversary, commending its legacy of "selfless service, resilience, and unwavering commitment." Taking to social media, the actor expressed pride in being part of the 122 INF BN (TA) Madras, Kozhikode, while honouring every soldier who c ...Read More >
PUNE: Union home and cooperation minister Amit Shah on Sunday assured that the central government will provide financial assistance to farmers in Maharashtra who have suffered extensive crop losses due to excessive rainfall. Addressing a public function in Pravaranagar in Ahilyanagar district of Maharashtra, Shah said the Centre "stands firmly with the farming community" and will extend timely compensation once the state government submits its formal damage assessment. "I had a detailed meetin ...Read More >
Srinagar, Oct 02: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today paid tributes to Pujya Mahatma Gandhi on his Janm-Jayanti. The Lieutenant Governor said the ideals of Bapu are a source of inspiration for the entire humanity and it is the collective responsibility of the society to inculcate the values of non-violence, truth, tolerance and compassion in the young generation. "We live in a time when global challenges threaten to undermine peace and stability. We must follow the ideals of Pujya Bapu to add ...Read More >
VARANASI: The family of late hockey legend and Padma Shri awardee Mohammed Shahid has protested the demolition of his ancestral house in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh in the name of a road-widening drive ordered by the BJP-led administration. Bulldozers rolled into the locality along the Kachery-Sandaha route, tearing down part of the residence where Shahid's relatives continue to live. His sister-in-law, Nazneen, said the family had not received any compensation and had no alternative place to go. " ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Actor Allu Arjun on Wednesday paid tribute to his grandfather Allu Ramalingaiah on his birth anniversary. Taking to Instagram, the 'Pushpa' star wrote, "Remembering my grandfather, Padma Shri #AlluRamalingaiah Garu, on his birth anniversary. The foundation for our family's journey in cinema.The man who changed the course of our lives for generations. We carry forward his legacy with humility and gratitude. Forever in our hearts." Also Read | 'Kaun ...Read More >
Kakinada: Four fishermen - K. Srinu Venkateswar, Karri Nookaraju Borriya, Chanda Nageswara Rao and Patandi Brahmanandam of Kakinada - detained in Jaffna Jail in Sri Lanka for 52 days, returned home on Tuesday. Kakinada MLA Vanamadi Venkateswara Rao (Kondababu), MLC Karri Padmasri and Kakinada MP Tangella Uday Srinivas received them at the Indian Coast Guard office. The fishermen had sailed into the sea to Nagapattinam to purchase a fishing trawler on August 8. The Sri Lankan Coast Guard author ...Read More >
Puri: To celebrate Team India's remarkable victory in the Asia Cup 2025, Padma Shri awardee and internationally renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a spectacular sand art installation today at Puri Beach, Odisha.Unveiled at 5 PM, the artwork is a vibrant tribute to the nation's cricket heroes. At the heart of the sculpture is a huge Sindoor (vermilion), symbolizing India's cultural pride and divine blessings. Surrounding it are key elements representing the spirit of victory: a cr ...Read More >
Chhattisgarh News: Historic Transformation in Economy through GST Reforms: CM Vishnu Deo Sai During the GST 2.0 Reforms programme, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai praised the economic benefits of GST reforms for common people in Chhattisgarh. He highlighted reduced prices and increased investment opportunities. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai today attended the GST 2.0 Reforms "Dhanyawad Modi Ji" programme at the Medical College Auditorium in Raipur. The Chief Minister said that the GST reforms ha ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sept 29 (UNI) On World Heart Day, voices from the government, medical fraternity, and public figures united in urging Indians to adopt healthier lifestyles to combat the rising threat of cardiovascular diseases -- especially among the youth. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the world's leading cause of death, claiming an estimated 19.8 million lives in 2022 alone, according to the WHO. These accounted for 32% of all global deaths, with heart attacks and strokes responsible for 8 ...Read More >
Puri (Odisha) [India], September 28 (ANI): As India and Pakistan gear up to face each other in the Asia Cup 2025 final, sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a 250-ball sand art depicting goddess Durga blessing Team India. Forty-one years have passed since the inaugural Asia Cup in 1984, and for the first time, India and Pakistan have reached the final together. Also Read | Jabalpur Shocker: Woman Elopes With Sister-in-Law, Husband Discovers Romantic Affair Through W ...Read More >
Puri (Odisha) [India], September 28 (ANI): As India and Pakistan gear up to face each other in the Asia Cup 2025 final, sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a 250-ball sand art depicting goddess Durga blessing Team India. Forty-one years have passed since the inaugural Asia Cup in 1984, and for the first time, India and Pakistan have reached the final together. Fans across the country are pouring out their emotions and prayers for Team India, hoping for nothing less ...Read More >
Mysuru, Sep 26 S.L. Bhyrappa, the renowned Kannada writer and recipient of the Saraswati Samman and Padma Shri, on Friday, was accorded final respects by Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi on behalf of the Central government. Union Minister Joshi travelled to Mysuru and conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's condolence message to Bhyrappa's family. He offered floral tributes on behalf of the Prime Minister and the Central government, and later pro ...Read More >
One of SL Bhyrappa's most celebrated works, Parva, came alive on stage in an ambitious eight-hour theatrical adaptation by director Prakash Belawadi. Years ago, Bhyrappa had watched an early Kannada version in Mysuru. This time, he returned to see its English adaptation -- one of his final public appearances. Recalling those moments, Prakash shared, "It was an honour to have worked with such an eminent writer. He had watched my early Kannada version in Mysuru, and when I remade it in English, he ...Read More >
Bengaluru, September 24: Senior Kannada litterateur and Padma Bhushan awardee S. L. Bhyrappa passed away at a hospital in Bengaluru. The 94-year-old Bhyrappa was admitted to Rashtrotthana Hospital in RR Nagar for age-related ailments. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over his demise, stating that the nation has lost a towering stalwart. Prime Minister Modi stated, "In the passing of Shri S.L. Bhyrappa Ji, we have lost a towering stalwart who stirred our conscience and delved deep in ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Sep 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Senior Kannada litterateur and Padma Bhushan awardee S. L. Bhyrappa passed away at a hospital in Bengaluru. The 94-year-old Bhyrappa was admitted to Rashtrotthana Hospital in RR Nagar for age-related ailments. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over his demise, stating that the nation has lost a towering stalwart. Prime Minister Modi stated, "In the passing of Shri S.L. Bhyrappa Ji, we have lost a towering stalwart who stirred our conscience and de ...Read More >
BENGALURU: Kannada's prominent novelist, philosopher, and screenwriter, Santeshivara Lingannaiah Bhyrappa, popularly known as S.L. Bhyrappa, passed away at a private hospital on Wednesday. He was 95 years old. According to the Jayadeva Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital and Research Centre, Bhyrappa suffered a cardiac arrest at 2:38 p.m. He had been admitted for age-related health issues and breathed his last at the hospital. Born in Hassan in 1930, Bhyrappa's literary works have consistently bee ...Read More >
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