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July 26, 2025

SJOBA Half Marathon 2025 3
Chandigarh

Over 600 Run SJOBA Half Marathon in Tribute to Kargil Heroes

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SJOBA Half Marathon 2025 honours Indian Army’s courage on Kargil Vijay Diwas; specially-abled participants inspire with grit and spirit Chandigarh, July 26:Over 600 runners from across India came together in Chandigarh for the SJOBA Half Marathon 2025, commemorating the gallantry of Indian soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas. Organized by the St. John’s Old Boys Association (SJOBA), the event stood out not just as a competitive athletic gathering, but as a heartfelt tribute to the armed forces and a symbol of peace, resilience, and unity. SJOBA President Harpal Singh Malvai shared, “This marathon is our tribute to the heroes of Kargil and to the legacy of Fauja Singh, the legend of endurance running. It’s a call for peace, fitness, and a greener planet.” The event featured 21 km, 10 km, 5 km (non-competitive), and 3 km walk categories, open to all age groups and genders. In a powerful moment, specially-abled athletes participated on wheelchairs, showcasing remarkable grit and breaking barriers. Winners – Half Marathon (21 km): Winners – 10 km Race: Danish Singh Mangat, Secretary, SJOBA, added, “The participation of specially-abled runners reflects the inclusive spirit of the event. The youngest and oldest participants were also awarded, reinforcing the idea that fitness and patriotism have no age.” Read More: PHDCCI Hosts Regional Cyber Security & AI Conference 2025 in Chandigarh The marathon ended with a lively prize distribution ceremony attended by Founder President Mac Sarin, Race Director Col. Harpreet Singh Mann, and senior members of SJOBA. Trophies, medals, goodie bags, and a healthy breakfast were distributed to all finishers. The Title Sponsor for the event was Scott Edil, with Rahi Care as Co-Sponsor. Associate sponsors included Indian Oil, Fortis, Halt, Coca-Cola (Kandhari Beverages), HDFC Bank, Sahayak Associates, and Verka. This inspiring event not only commemorated Kargil Vijay Diwas but also celebrated endurance, unity, and national pride—one stride at a time.

Vinu Chauhan Appointed Chairman
Chandigarh

Vinu Chauhan Appointed Chairman of Public Utility Cell by Chandigarh Congress

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Chandigarh Congress President Harmohinder Singh Lucky congratulates Vinu Chauhan and urges him to work for the welfare of citizens with dedication. Chandigarh, July 26:The Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee has appointed Vinu Chauhan as the new Chairman of the Public Utility Cell (Janopayogi Prakoshth). The announcement was made by Chandigarh Congress President Harmohinder Singh Lucky, who personally handed over the appointment letter to Chauhan. Congratulating him on the occasion, Harmohinder Singh Lucky expressed hope that Vinu Chauhan would begin working with full dedication for the welfare of city residents. He also encouraged Chauhan to actively connect with public groups and help spread the principles and policies of the Indian National Congress. In his response, Vinu Chauhan thanked the Congress leadership for entrusting him with this responsibility. He stated, “I will carry out this role with complete sincerity and commitment. I am determined to bring the ideology and policies of the Congress Party to every citizen.” Read More: Weight Loss Champions Meet: Bariatric Surgery Patients Share Inspiring Transformation Journeys His appointment is seen as a move to strengthen the party’s grassroots engagement and improve public service mechanisms in Chandigarh through the Public Utility Cell.

World Environment Day
Chandigarh

Chandan Bairwa Leads Tree Plantation Drive in Ram Darbar to Promote Environmental Awareness

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Under “One Tree for Mother” campaign, BJP leaders plant saplings in Ram Darbar on World Environment Day and urge citizens to contribute to a greener Chandigarh. Chandigarh, July 26:As part of World Environment Day celebrations, a significant tree plantation drive was carried out in Ram Darbar under the campaign “One Tree for Mother”, led by Chandan Bairwa, Mandal President of Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee District, BJP Chandigarh. Speaking on the occasion, Chandan Bairwa emphasized the importance of environmental protection and urged every citizen to plant at least one tree in the name of their mother, contributing to a greener and healthier Ram Darbar and Chandigarh. “What we give to nature, it returns double. If we keep our environment beautiful and healthy, it will do the same for us. Trees help reduce pollution and enhance the quality of life,” Bairwa said. Read More: Weight Loss Champions Meet: Bariatric Surgery Patients Share Inspiring Transformation Journeys The plantation drive saw active participation from several BJP leaders and members, including District General Secretary Sandeep Mahajan, District Secretary Manju Dubey, District Co-convener Kundan Bairwa, SC Morcha Vice Presidents Vicky Shera and Ravi Aadiwal, Mandal Vice President Aruna Devi, General Secretary Luvkesh, Treasurer Deepak Gupta, Secretary Manish, along with Raj Kumar, Bansati Devi, Rajni, and Paras. Participants planted saplings across the area, reinforcing their commitment to preserving the environment and promoting green practices within the community. This initiative stands as a strong reminder of the urgent need to care for nature and foster environmental awareness at the grassroots level.

Bollywood Updates

MNS leader Ameya Khopkar accuses multiplexes of sidelining Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 3 for Saiyaara: “I am quiet now because…”

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A new controversy is stirring in the Indian film industry as Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 3, a Marathi-language film, was reportedly pulled from several theatres across Maharashtra just a week after its release. Ameya Khopkar, President of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena’s (MNS) film wing, has strongly condemned multiplex chains for allegedly replacing the film to make way for the Hindi-language romantic drama Saiyaara, backed by Yash Raj Films. MNS leader Ameya Khopkar accuses multiplexes of sidelining Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 3 for Saiyaara: “I am quiet now because…” Accusations of Unfair Screen Allotment Speaking to the press, Khopkar alleged that despite the film’s July 18 release and a “great response from the audience,” it was quickly dropped from key screens across the state to accommodate Saiyaara, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. “Our film Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 3 was screened in Maharashtra on July 18. On the same day, a Hindi film named Saiyaara was also released,” Khopkar said. “Even in the heart of Mumbai, there is no place for Marathi films. Multiplexes like Plaza Cinema in Dadar gave all four shows to Saiyaara, completely removing our film.” मराठीसाठी मल्टिप्लेक्सच्या काचा फुटणार ? …(Amey Khopkar, Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 3, Marathi Movie, Multiplexes, Marathi artists, Marathi, Comedy-drama, Sanjay Jadhav, Maharashtra)#ameykhopkar #yereyerepaisa3 #marathimovie #comedydrama #movie #maharashtra #viralkarbhar pic.twitter.com/5tP4f2rTlV — Viral Karbhar (@ViralKarbhar) July 26, 2025 Political Fallout and Rising Tensions Khopkar, while refraining from immediate protest, issued a stern warning for the future. “I am quiet now because I don’t want to protest for my films. But next time, if any Marathi film faces such treatment, I will break the glasses of multiplexes,” he warned. His comments have triggered swift political reactions. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut took to social media to express solidarity, stating: “To accommodate Saiyaara, Ye Re Ye Re Paisa 3 has been sidelined. This has become routine. The fight for Marathi must intensify.” मराठी साठी सगळे एकत्र येत आहेत,लढत येत आहेत तरीही प्रश्न काही संपत नाहीत,संयारा या हिंदी चित्रपटास थिएटर मिळावे म्हणून- “येरे येरे पैसा ३”या मराठी चित्रपटास उतरवण्यात आले,हे नेहमीचेच झाले आहे,मराठीचा लढा अधिक तीव्र करावा लागेल,मराठीचे खरे मारेकरी वेगळेच आहेत जय महाराष्ट्र! pic.twitter.com/mQlFvkGLsl — Sanjay Raut (@rautsanjay61) July 25, 2025 In response, members of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena’s cinema wing staged a protest outside a PVR multiplex in Bandra, demanding better enforcement of Maharashtra’s mandatory screen quota for regional cinema. Also Read: Saiyaara Box Office: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer has a SOLID second Friday More Pages: Saiyaara Box Office Collection , Saiyaara Movie Review BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link

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WAR 2 is India’s most EXPENSIVE spy thriller at Rs. 400 crores; NTR Jr. paid Rs. 70 cr. while Hrithik walks away with Rs. 50 crores plus profits!

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And now we have found the reason for this. A trade source confirms that War 2 is the most expensive and most ambitious film of the YRF Spy Universe. “War 2 is made on a budget of Rs. 400 crores, surpassing the budget of Tiger 3 (Rs. 350 crores), and Pathaan (Rs. 325 crores). This does not include the marketing budget kept aside for print and publicity,” the source told Bollywood Hungama discretely. We hear that NTR Jr. has drawn a pay cheque of Rs. 70 crores for War 2, whereas Hrithik Roshan has got an upfront fee of Rs. 50 crore, with an additional clause of a back-end deal for profit sharing. Kiara Advani, on the other hand, has got Rs. 15 crores, whereas Anil Kapoor is drawing Rs. 10 crores for War 2. The acting fees alone have resulted in Rs. 150 crores, with Ayan Mukerji getting a hefty cheque of Rs. 30 crores. “The remaining Rs. 220 crores have been invested in mounting the film at an unimaginable scale. The visuals of War 2 will take the audience on an unforgettable ride,” the trade source told Bollywood Hungama. More Pages: War 2 Box Office Collection BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link

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Majid Majidi teams up with Shabbir Boxwala's Kaash Entertainment for new drama titled Elephant Man; deets inside!

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World-renowned Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi, acclaimed for cinematic gems like Children of Heaven and Baran, has arrived in Mumbai to finalise an upcoming drama project with Shabbir Boxwala, Ajay Shah & Himanshu Gandhi of Kaash Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.. Majid Majidi teams up with Shabbir Boxwala’s Kaash Entertainment for new drama titled Elephant Man; deets inside! The emotionally rich drama will be a powerful Indo-Iranian collaboration, co-produced by Aakash & Vega Garg of True Aura Films. The project aims to blend Majidi’s globally celebrated humanist storytelling with the heart and soul of Indian cinema. Pre-production meetings are in full swing, with key discussions underway to finalise the script, casting, and schedule. The project is expected to go on floors later this year. This landmark collaboration marks a cultural and creative synergy that has already generated buzz in both Indian and international film circles. An official announcement is expected shortly. Also Read: Mukesh Bhatt in talks with Iranian director Majid Majidi for an international project BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Loading… Source link

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Akshay Kumar DENIES Hera Pheri 3 rift with Paresh Rawal was "publicity stunt": "There were some ups and downs. But now everything is solved"

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The third instalment of the cult 2000s comedy Hera Pheri has been making headlines ever since it was announced. After months of speculation, legal battles, and statements from the cast, Akshay Kumar has finally cleared the air, bringing some much-needed good news for fans. Akshay Kumar DENIES Hera Pheri 3 rift with Paresh Rawal was “publicity stunt”: “There were some ups and downs. But now everything is solved” In an exclusive chat on The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra Season 2, produced by Gautam Thakker Films, Akshay Kumar said, “Nahi, yeh publicity stunt nahi hai. The things went legal, so when legal things are involved, we cannot call it a publicity stunt; it is a real thing.” He further added, “But ab sab kuch thik ho gaya hai. Very soon, some kind of announcement can come. Yes, there were some ups and downs. But now everything is solved, and we are back together, and we have always been together. Yes, that’s it!” In the same interview, Akshay Kumar also lauded the success of Saiyaara. He said, “I think it’s the best thing that has happened. One of the great things for the Hindi film industry is that a film with two debutants, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has worked so well. I welcome them to the industry, and I’m very happy. It’s a good sign, and for newcomers’ films to do so well is truly a big deal.” Speaking of the professional front, besides Hera Pheri 3, Akshay also has an exciting project in his kitty, titled Bhooth Bangla. The upcoming horror-comedy will mark the reunion of Akshay and director Priyadarshan. The film will also star Wamiqa Gabbi, Paresh Rawal, and Tabu in pivotal roles. The film is slated to release on April 2, 2026. Also Read: Akshay Kumar walks the ramp after 12 years for Falguni Shane Peacock at India Couture Week 2025 More Pages: Hera Pheri 3 Box Office Collection BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link

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“Ekta Kapoor no longer associated with ALTT”: Balaji Telefilms clarifies stand after Indian government bans 24 OTT platforms for distributing 'vulgar' content

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Following the Indian government’s recent crackdown on 24 OTT platforms for allegedly broadcasting explicit content, one of the names that surfaced was ALTT, formerly known as ALTBalaji. Amid widespread speculation and media coverage, Balaji Telefilms Limited has issued a strong clarification distancing producer Ekta Kapoor and her mother Shobha Kapoor from the platform. “Ekta Kapoor no longer associated with ALTT”: Balaji Telefilms clarifies stand after Indian government bans 24 OTT platforms for distributing ‘vulgar’ content In an official statement released on July 26, Balaji Telefilms emphasized that the company is a “professionally run media organization” listed on both the BSE and NSE. The statement further confirmed that ALTT is now operated solely by Balaji Telefilms, following the approved amalgamation of ALT Digital Media Entertainment Ltd. with the parent company as of June 20, 2025. “No Longer Associated Since 2021” The clarification was issued in response to media reports suggesting that ALTT had been disabled by authorities and still had ties to Ekta and Shobha Kapoor. “Contrary to such reports, Ms. Ekta Kapoor and Mrs. Shobha Kapoor are not associated in any capacity whatsoever with ALTT,” the company asserted, noting that the duo had officially stepped down from their roles in June 2021. The company strongly denied any insinuations linking them to current developments around the ban and urged media outlets to report responsibly and factually. The controversy stems from a Ministry of Information & Broadcasting order earlier this week, which directed internet service providers to block 24 OTT platforms allegedly involved in distributing vulgar or sexually explicit content. Also Read: Govt blocks ALTT, ULLU and 22 other platforms over adult content violations: Reports Tags : Altt, Apps Ban, Balaji Telefilms, Bans, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Ekta Kapoor, Information Technology Act, Internet Service Providers, MIB, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), News, OTT, OTT Platform, OTT Platforms, Ullu BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link