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From Action to Emotions – 5 Reasons to Watch Salman Khan’s Sikandar This Eid on the Big Screens! Salman Khan is set to set the big screen ablaze this Eid with Sikandar, hitting theaters on March 30. The film’s trailer and songs have already ignited massive excitement, promising a high-octane mix of action and drama. With full-on mass entertainment, Sikandar is poised to be a blockbuster and a true treat for Bhaijaan fans. As anticipation soars for its release, here are five compelling reasons why Salman’s upcoming Eid extravaganza is a must-watch on the big screen! *Salman Khan’s Electrifying Entry: A Mass Moment Guaranteed!* Salman Khan’s larger-than-life screen presence is pure magic, and what’s a Salman film without a grand, whistle-worthy entry? Bursting through thick white fumes, he makes sure his fans aren’t left disappointed. His fierce, action-packed avatar, combined with his signature swag, guarantees an adrenaline rush that will set theaters roaring with excitement! *Explosiv...

_Today some of the LIC agents met the Hon’ble Leader of Opposition and raised certain issues._* “ _We want to clarify that LIC has introduced products that align with the New Product Regulations set by IRDA, effective from October 1, 2024, keeping policyholders’ interests at the forefront_ .” said *Siddhartha Mohanty, CEO&MD, LIC.* “ _Committed to broadening life insurance coverage, LIC has consistently focused on reaching rural areas and economically and socially disadvantaged sections. Our aim is to extend financial protection to every insurable individual at an affordable cost_ .” *Shri. Mohanty said.* *Shri Mohanty* added “ _With a diverse portfolio catering to various customer segments and different strata of society, LIC fully complies with all regulatory requirements. As an example, our Micro Bachat plan offers a minimum sum assured of ₹1 lakh and is exempt from GST, ensuring accessibility. Post changes in product regulations, the commission has not been reduced for agents, ...

The Offices of LIC of India under jurisdiction of Zones and Divisions will be kept open for normal operations as per official working hours on 29.03.2025, 30.03.2025, and 31.03.2025 in order to avoid any hardship to the policyholders. This is as per the advisory issued by Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) dated 12.3.2025. 

  MUMBAI, 28 March 2025: ‘FICCI-BAF Awards 2025’  were announced yesterday celebrating excellence in Animation, Visual Effects (VFX), Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (XR). Established in 2004, the Best Animated Frames (BAF) Awards have grown into India's foremost platform recognizing innovation, creativity, and technological advancements in the AVGC-XR sector.   With  33 award categories , this year’s ceremony honoured outstanding contributions across the industry, including Best Animated Feature, Best VFX in Films, Best Game Design, and Best XR Experience. The awards catalyse innovation, offering students, professionals, and studios a global stage to showcase their work while facilitating invaluable networking opportunities with investors, producers, and industry leaders.   During the event,  FICCI also launched the Annual FICCI-EY Media and Entertainment (M&E) Report – Shaping the Future , offering key insights into the industry’s trajectory. Acc...

REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of REC Limited, the Maharatna CPSU under the aegis of Ministry of Power, handed over project specific SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle) of Intra State Transmission Project under TBCB route viz, Mahan Transmission Limited   to Adani Energy Solutions Limited on 26 th  March 2025.   Adani Energy Solutions Limited  emerged as the Transmission Service Provider (TSP) through Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process conducted by RECPDCL, the Bid Process Coordinator, for development of the transmission project on Build, Own, Operate & Transfer (BOOT) basis.   The SPV was handed over to Shri Shashank Sharma, Head Business Development,  Adani Energy Solutions Limited  in the presence of Senior Officials of RECPDCL,  Adani Energy Solutions Limited, MPPMCL  and MPPTCL. The implementation period for Rewa (Sagra) Substation is 25.10.2026 & for Amarpatan Substation...

Digital media grew by 17% to reach INR802 billion and became the largest segment in 2024, overtaking television, which was the largest segment for 20 years Organized live events grew 15% crossing the INR100 billion mark for the first time Subscription revenues fell by 2% in 2024 with television, print, filmed entertainment and online gaming all seeing their subscription revenues fall The Indian M&E sector is expected to grow by 7.2% in 2025, reaching INR2.7 trillion, and then expand at a CAGR of 7% to reach INR3.1 trillion by 2027   Mumbai, 27 March 2025:  The latest FICCI-EY report titled, “Shape the future: Indian media and entertainment is scripting a new story” has revealed a remarkable milestone for the Indian Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector in 2024, which has reached a total value of INR2.5 trillion (US$29.4 billion). This represents a growth of INR 81 billion from the previous year, marking a 3.3% increase. Growth slowed down from 8.3% in 2023, due to falli...

  Mumbai, March 25th, 2025: Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) - India’s Best Performing Port, announced the Development of a Corporate Office Building at Malet Bunder in the Mumbai Port Area on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025, during a media briefing addressed by Shri Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairperson, JNPA and CMD, VPPL. JNPA has received in-principle approval from the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) for the development of this Corporate Office Building.  JNPA also celebrated its record handling of 7 Million TEUs by a cake-cutting ceremony in the presence of media representatives. JNPA witnessed this landmark achievement on March 17th, 2025. This signifies JNPA’s operational excellence efforts and its terminal operators' hard work. While interacting with the media Shri Shri Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairperson, JNPA and CMD, VPPL, stated, “This year, we crossed the 7 million TEU mark for the first time—a reflection of our growth. Our terminal operators a...

समाजसेवी नीलोत्पल मृणाल (वाईस प्रेसिडेंट - भाजपा महाराष्ट्र उत्तर भारतीय मोर्चा) और बिहार फाउंडेशन के अध्यक्ष कैसर खालिद (आईपीएस) भी रहे उपस्थित मुम्बई। बिहार दिवस के अवसर पर बिहार के राजस्व एवं भूमि सुधार मंत्री संजय सरावगी ने बीकेसी, मुंबई में बिहार फाउंडेशन में एक प्रेस वार्ता को संबोधित किया। इस मौके पर उनके साथ समाजसेवी नीलोत्पल मृणाल (वाईस प्रेसिडेंट - भाजपा महाराष्ट्र उत्तर भारतीय मोर्चा) और बिहार फाउंडेशन के अध्यक्ष कैसर खालिद (आईपीएस) भी उपस्थित रहे।  इस कार्यक्रम का उद्देश्य बिहार सरकार नीतीश कुमार के उन्नत बिहार, विकसित बिहार के संकल्प को पूरा करना है। इस कार्यक्रम में राजस्व मंत्री ने बताया कि जो प्रवासी बिहारी हैं उनके हितार्थ ऑनलाइन सर्वे की व्यवस्था की गई है जहाँ लोगों भारत के किसी भी कोने से अपनी भूमि से संबंधित जानकारी हासिल कर सकेंगे। शिक्षा, स्वास्थ्य, खेल, मनोरंजन, सुरक्षा जैसे कई पहलुओं में बिहार की स्थिति में तेजी से सुधार कार्य हो रहे हैं। 2005 से नीतीश सरकार और वर्तमान मोदी सरकार की नीतियों के बदौलत आज बिहार की आर्थिक और राजनीतिक स्थिति में तेजी से सुधार आये...

   मुंबई, १९ मार्च २०२५ - किशोरवयीन मानसिक आरोग्य आव्हाने वाढत असताना, MindOverMatter.help हे समर्थन आणि सक्षमीकरणाचे एक दीपस्तंभ म्हणून उभे आहे. *मार्च २०२२ मध्ये तीन १६ वर्षांच्या मुलींनी - आलिया शेट्टी ओझा - ज्मनाभाई नर्सी इंटरनेशनल स्कूल , अगस्त्या गोराडिया - धीरूभाई अंबानी इंटरनेशनल स्कूल आणि फिया इनामदार - कोडईकनाल इंटरनेशनल स्कूल, यांनी स्थापन केले* . हे युवा नेतृत्वाखालील उपक्रम जागरूकता वाढवण्यासाठी, खुल्या संभाषणांना चालना देण्यासाठी आणि मानसिक आरोग्य संघर्षात असलेल्या तरुणांसाठी महत्त्वपूर्ण संसाधने प्रदान करण्यासाठी समर्पित आहे. या तिघांचा प्रवास कोविड-१९ च्या पार्श्वभूमीवर सुरू झाला, कारण त्यांनी शैक्षणिक दबाव, सामाजिक आव्हाने आणि ऑनलाइन आणि वास्तविक जीवनातील अस्पष्ट सीमांशी झुंजणाऱ्या समवयस्कांना पाहिले. अनेक किशोरवयीन मुलांना त्यांच्या पालकांशी बोलण्यासाठी संघर्ष करावा लागला, तर काहींना महिन्यांच्या मर्यादित सामाजिक संवादानंतर गुंडगिरी आणि बॉडी शेमिंगचा सामना करावा लागला. फरक घडवण्याचा दृढनिश्चय करून, आलिया, अगस्त्या आणि फिया यांनी फक्त १३ वर्षांच्या वयात नैराश्...

Mumbai, March 23, 2025 :In an exciting T20 friendly match held at the MCA Cricket Stadium in Mumbai, Actors XI, led by Bollywood star Sunil Shetty, defeated Leaders XI, captained by former Union Minister and MP Anurag Singh Thakur, by 2 wickets. The match was part of the ongoing TB-Free India initiative, a campaign spearheaded by Anurag Thakur to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) and its eradication. The thrilling match, which stretched late into the night, saw both teams putting up an outstanding display of cricket. Leaders XI, after winning the toss and opting to bat, scored 249/3 in their allotted 20 overs, with Yusuf Pathan leading the charge with a brilliant 119 off 38 balls. Mohammad Azharuddin remained unbeaten at 54, while Captain Anurag Thakur contributed 18 runs. Despite the impressive total, Actors XI, under the captaincy of Sunil Shetty, chased down the target, scoring 251/8 with four balls remaining. Yusuf Pathan’s scintillating performance earned him the “Man of the...

  NEHRU SCIENCE CENTRE (National Council of Science Museums) Dr. E. Moses Road, Worli, Mumbai - 400 018 21st March, 2025 : Development and energy demand are deeply interdependent. Without adequate energy, growth is hindered, leading to crises. In a fast-growing nation like India, energy is crucial for development, and per capita energy consumption serves as a key indicator of progress. To meet rising demands, a balanced mix of renewable and non-renewable sources is essential. While solar, wind, biomass, and hydropower have limitations, nuclear energy stands out as a cheap, stable, long-lasting, environmentally friendly, and safe alternative.   India’s fossil fuel reserves are depleting, and their continued use contradicts global commitments to reducing emissions. Renewable energy technologies are still evolving and face economic and environmental challenges. Recognizing this, Dr. Homi Jehangir Bhabha envisioned a three-stage nuclear program in 1959, ensuring a long-term, ...

Inspired by BSF’s Best Operation in 50 Years, Ground Zero Hits Theatres on April 25 – Teaser to Premiere this week and is attached with Sikandar Excel Entertainment has announced the highly anticipated release of the teaser for their upcoming action-packed thriller, Ground Zero, set to release this week, is attached to Salman Khan’s much-awaited film Sikandar in theaters. The film, hitting the big screens on April 25, 2025, promises an intense cinematic experience. Starring Emraan Hashmi in a gripping new role, Ground Zero follows his character, a Deputy Commandant in the Border Security Force (BSF), as he leads a two-year-long investigation into a high-stakes national security threat. Inspired by an untold battle that remained hidden from the public eye, the film brings to light BSF’s best operation in the last 50 years, which was officially awarded in 2015. With a seamless blend of action, emotion, and patriotism, Ground Zero explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the unseen stru...

~ The JSW India Open will be held from 24-28 March in Mumbai ~ Mumbai, 22 March, 2025: The countdown has begun to what is set to be a landmark moment in Squash in India. JSW are delighted to announce the JSW Indian Open 2025, India's first ever PSA Squash Copper tournament tournament, with a prize purse of USD 53,500. The JSW Indian Open 2025 will commence from 24 March, with the finals scheduled for the 28th at the Bombay Gymkhana. The competition will begin on the indoor courts, with the quarterfinals, semifinals, and final set to be played on a full-glass outdoor court, offering fans a unique experience.  The JSW India Open is even more significant for the Indian sports fraternity as it welcomes back a major squash tournament to the country after a seven-year hiatus. Co-incidentally, squash is set to make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games.  The return of top-level squash in India with the JSW India Open was announced in the presence of Manisha Malhotra,...

  Mumbai, March 21: The nationally awarded NGO from Rajasthan, Narayan Seva Sansthan, will organize a large-scale free camp for the welfare of differently-abled individuals on Sunday, March 23, in Mumbai. The camp will be held at Niko Hall, Plot No. 432, near Wadala Udyog Bhavan, Dadar (East), from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Trustee and Director of the organization, Mr. Devendra Chaubisa, stated that the Sansthan is committed to helping individuals who have lost their limbs due to accidents or medical conditions, enabling them to overcome physical challenges and lead dignified lives. Inspired by the vision of Padma Shri awardee and founder Kailash ‘Manav’, the institution has been dedicated to humanitarian service and support for the differently-abled for the past 40 years. Speaking at a press conference, Mumbai branch president Mr. Mahesh Agrawal shared that this special free camp is part of the organization’s initiative “Kua Pyaase Ke Paas” (Taking the well to the thirsty), bringing ser...

" We want to clarify that LIC has introduced products that align with the New Product Regulations set by IRDA, effective from October 1, 2024, keeping policyholders’ interests at the forefront .” said   Siddhartha Mohanty, CEO&MD, LIC . “Committed to broadening life insurance coverage, LIC has consistently focused on reaching rural areas and economically and socially disadvantaged sections. Our aim is to extend financial protection to every insurable individual at an affordable cost .”  Shri. Mohanty said. Shri Mohanty added  “With a diverse portfolio catering to various customer segments and different strata of society, LIC fully complies with all regulatory requirements. As an example, our Micro Bachat plan offers a minimum sum assured of ₹1 lakh and is exempt from GST, ensuring accessibility. Post changes in product regulations, the commission has not been reduced for agents, it has been given in staggered manner .” “LIC remains dedicated to providing financial sec...

Partnership to Finance and Sell 3,000 Affordable Homes under PMAY within Maharashtra   Mumbai, 18 th  March 2025:  IIFL Home Finance Ltd., India's leading affordable home finance companies, today announced a strategic partnership with  Maharashtra Housing Development Corporation Ltd. (MHDC)  to promote affordable housing projects and facilitate home financing in Maharashtra. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in the presence of Mr. Monu Ratra, IIFL Home Finance along with officials from MHDC, which aims to accelerate the sale of approximately  3,000 tenements under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 2.0 (PMAY 2.0)  within the state.   The partnership leverages MHDC's housing projects and IIFL HFL's widespread experience in home financing to make homeownership more accessible to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Lower Income Groups (LIG) of the society. The memorandum signed between two entities ali...