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“Such Delight To Find…”: Hansal Mehta Praises Prasar Bharati’s OTT App

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has given a thumbs up to Prasar Bharati’s newly launched OTT platform ‘Waves’, calling it “quite good and bug-free.” Mr Mehta praised the public broadcaster for digitising iconic Doordarshan classics such as Buniyaad, Hum Log, and Bharat Ek Khoj, apart from its rich collection of music from All India Radio archives. “From ghazals to qawwalis to Hindustani classical recitals, this is truly an achievement,” he wrote on X, tagging the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The @prasarbharati OTT platform Waves is actually quite good and bug free. Such a delight to find Buniyaad, Hum Log and the brilliant Bharat Ek Khoj in excellently digitised form. Also music from the DD and AIR… Read More »“Such Delight To Find…”: Hansal Mehta Praises Prasar Bharati’s OTT App

Who Was Simone White, UK Lawyer Killed In Suspected Methanol Poisoning

A young UK lawyer has become the latest victim of a suspected methanol poisoning incident in Laos. Simone White, from Orpington, Kent, was among the five tourists who allegedly died after consuming drinks thought to have been spiked with methanol in the backpacker hub of Vang Vieng. Who was Simone White? Simone White, 28, was an associate lawyer who specialised in technology and intellectual property at Squire Patton Boggs, a law firm in London. Her work primarily focused on general commercial matters as well as both contentious and non-contentious intellectual property law, according to the firm’s website. According to her LinkedIn profile, Ms White had experience working across sectors. She also worked in the in-house… Read More »Who Was Simone White, UK Lawyer Killed In Suspected Methanol Poisoning

10 Maoists Killed In Encounter With Security Forces In Chhattisgarh

Ten Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Konta. Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan confirmed that the encounter broke out in the early hours of Friday in the Bhejji area. Security forces recovered several weapons from the sport, including three automatic firearms. District Reserve Guard (DRG) initiated this operation following intelligence that Naxalites were entering Chhattisgarh via Odisha. While P Sundarraj, Inspector General of Bastar, has confirmed the occurrence of the encounter. However, details regarding the number of casualties and types of weapons seized are still pending. An intermittent exchange of fire is still underway, as per news agency PTI. Last month, thirty-one Maoists were shot dead by security forces in a… Read More »10 Maoists Killed In Encounter With Security Forces In Chhattisgarh

Coldplay Infinity Tickets: What Is It And How To Grab Them For India Concerts

If you have missed the opportunity to get tickets to a Coldplay concert, you need not be worried. The British rock/pop band is all set to launch special ‘Infinity Tickets’ that will be going on sale on Friday (November 22) at 12 PM IST on BookMyShow, allowing the fans to buy the tickets at an affordable price. The band, earlier this year announced that it would be coming to India next year to perform after a nine-year gap. After the initial show at the DY Patil Stadium was sold out within no time, the band added several additional concerts, with the latest being a two-day gig at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad – the… Read More »Coldplay Infinity Tickets: What Is It And How To Grab Them For India Concerts

Mahindra XUV700 Prices Increased By Up To Rs 50,000; Check Details

Mahindra & Mahindra have changed the price list of the XUV700 in the Indian market. The prices of the SUV have increased by up to Rs 50,000 depending on the variant and trim level. It is to be noted that the XUV700 is one of the premium vehicles of the brand and has been on sale since 2021. The vehicle has been raking in good sales numbers for the automaker since its launch and the brand is expecting it to continue to do so. Currently, the Mahindra XUV700 has six different trim levels. The SUV gets MX, AX3, AX5 S, AX5, AX7, and AX7 L trims in the country. Among these, MX is the entry-level… Read More »Mahindra XUV700 Prices Increased By Up To Rs 50,000; Check Details