'The story connected with me': Kiran Rao beams with joy as her film 'Laapataa Ladies' is India's official entry for Oscars 2025

'The story connected with me': Kiran Rao beams with joy as her film 'Laapataa Ladies' is India's official entry for Oscars 2025

Speaking to a news agency she said, "The story connected with me in such a way that the thought behind it inspired me. If two girls get lost, what could happen to them, and what could they learn about themselves? Also, even if they are left on their own, what all can't they do? These were the kind of ideas that came to me when I read the script. I felt that this script would allow me to explore many different things, so I thought, let's do this next." Sep 23, 2024
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Post-Covid Investment Trends: Regular Returns and Tax Benefits Take Center Stage

The Covid-19 pandemic has shifted investment trends towards regular returns, tax benefits, and degree of returns, according to a report by the PHD Research Bureau, PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and JIIMS, Rohini. The report analyzed investment behaviors over a four-year period, considering six financial instruments - mutual funds, bonds, stocks, derivatives, gold, and real estate. Sep 23, 2024
First MPox case confirmed in Kerala

Kerala Detects First Monkeypox Case: A Detailed Analysis

Kerala has reported its first case of MPox, a rare and potentially serious infectious disease. The confirmation came from none other than the State Health Minister, Veena George, who took to social media to inform the public about this development on September 18. Sep 19, 2024
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Sexual harassment allegations return to haunt Tollywood

After the Malayalam film industry, the 'Mee Too' storm now appears to be rocking the Telugu film industry following allegations of rape against top choreographer Jani Master by a female colleague and actor Poonam Kaur urging the Movie Artists Association (MAA) to address a complaint she filed earlier against renowned director Trivikram Srinivas. Sep 18, 2024
Nipah virus death: Masks compulsory in Kerala's Malappuram

Nipah Virus Claims Life in Kerala: Authorities mandated the use of masks

In the wake of a recent Nipah virus fatality in Kerala's Malappuram district, local authorities have mandated the use of masks in the district. This decision comes after a 23-year-old student from Bengaluru, a native of Chembaram near Naduvath in Wandoor, succumbed to the virus. Sep 16, 2024
Meta Verified, customised messages arrive on WhatsApp for businesses in India

Meta Unveils New WhatsApp Features for Indian Businesses [details]

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has announced a slew of new features and updates for the popular messaging app. These updates, aimed at millions of small businesses across the country, are designed to help them grow and thrive, particularly in the lead-up to the festive season. Sep 12, 2024