Veteran actor-producer Prakash Raj, on Saturday launched a fierce attack against the BJP, accusing the ruling party of orchestrating a calculated assault on democracy. He alleged that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the delimitation of constituencies are not routine administrative updates. Instead, Raj claimed they are manipulative tactics designed to silence…
The 1977 suspense thriller“Chhailla Babu” served as a critical turning point for Rajesh Khanna, delivering a box-office smash that revived his flagging career. The Joy Mukherjee directorial produced by Somu Mukherjee, the film showcased Khanna’s versatile star power alongside Zeenat Aman, who initially felt nervous about sharing the screen with the legendary actor. While it…
Indian Cinema’s only superstar Rajesh Khanna understood that the same public loving him today might turn against him tomorrow. Instead of fighting this reality, he accepted it with grace and a smile.At his peak, he was the firsttrue mega-star of Hindi Cinemadrawing chaotic, adoring crowds everywhere he went. Millions chased him just for a wave…
Amitabh Bachchan overcame brutal early rejections, including public humiliation, a rejected radio audition, and ten consecutive box office flops to become an icon of Indian cinema. By transforming harsh industry criticism into rigid professionalism and a fiery acting style, he forged the “Angry Young Man” persona from his early struggles. However, this legendary transformation would…
India has thousands of IAS officers, but only a few become household names because of the visibility of their work. Tukaram Mundhe is currently one of them. His strict administrative style and recent food-safety enforcement in Maharashtra have generated significant public attention. From inspections and enforcement actions to scrutiny of businesses, his approach has sparked…
Sixty-five desks. Countless miles. Two unyielding souls.From Tukaram Mundhe purging corrupt networks to Roopa Moudgil questioning unchecked power, their battlegrounds differ, but their compass does not. Files move. Offices change. Yet their spine remains straight.A pen may be shifted with a stroke of red tape, but integrity cannot be reassigned. Salutes to the rare Different…
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen has publicly urged veteran actress Kareena Kapoor Khan to cut her corporate ties with Unilever and its ice cream brand Magnum, citing the conglomerate’s suppression of dissent regarding the war in Gaza. Ben Cohen took to social media to call out the long-standing partnership between the Indian actress and…
The steady, comforting click of the city’s meters will soon carry a heavier rhythm for millions of daily commuters. Kicking-off from September 1, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority(MMRTA) will implement a revised fare structure for both autorickshaws and iconic black-and-yellow taxis. The minimum fare for a rickshaw ride will creep up from ₹26 to…
National Award-winning director Rajkumar Santoshi brought together a unique assembly of faith and cinema by hosting an exclusive special screening of his latest directorial venture,“Batwara 1947”, for eminent spiritual leaders representing diverse religious traditions. The special event aimed to transcend traditional theatrical boundaries, using the film’s powerful narrative on the pain and resilience of the…
In a riveting conversation that bridges the worlds of high-decibel journalism and quiet, unyielding administration, senior journalist Arnab Goswami sits down with the legendary IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe. Known across the nation as an administrative powerhouse, Mundhe has spent over two decades launching relentless crackdowns against corruption, moving through 21 years of service with the…
