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Making the janata fall in love with film awards again, the Chetak Screen Awards 2026 celebrated everything that defines Hindi cinema and OTT in resplendent style, without missing its signature ingredient: credibility. In a star-studded ceremony in Mumbai on Sunday, April 5, the finest talents who made 2025 extra special for all of us were honoured with the Chetak Screen Awards, which were finalised through a rigorous, transparent process.   In Bollywood's biggest night in recent times, director Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound was named Best Film. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and businesswoman Nita Ambani presented the trophy to the film's team. Meanwhile, director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar emerged as the preeminent title at the ceremony, clinching 14 awards in total. Bollywood icon Dharmendra was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award.   While Aditya Dhar won the Chetak Screen Award for Best Director, Yami Gautam was named Best Actor (Female) for her...

In light of the ongoing LPG cylinder shortages being experienced across several parts of the country, with supply delays, refill constraints and increased waiting periods disrupting daily cooking routines for households, Godrej Jersey, a subsidiary of Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL), is stepping forward with a reassuring and supportive perspective for Indian households. Recognising that cooking disruptions can create uncertainty in everyday routines, Godrej Jersey has suggested an approach to help consumers navigate this period with confidence. Through its recent content initiative, the brand highlights how simple kitchen adaptations and alternative appliances such as microwaves, air fryers and electric kettles can enable the preparation of wholesome and satisfying meals without relying on LPG. From quick pulao bowls and paneer-based dishes to sandwiches and chaat-style meals, the idea is not just about convenience but about rediscovering the inherent adaptability of Indian kitchens. T...

NOCIL Limited, India’s leading manufacturer of rubber chemicals,  announced the commissioning of its state-of-the-art Pilnox TDQ /-TMQ manufacturing facility at Dahej, Gujarat, India, as part of its previously announced ₹250 crore investment programme to strengthen its rubber chemicals portfolio. The expansion is expected to enhance NOCIL’s overall capacity, building on its existing base and reinforcing its ability to meet growing domestic and global demand. The facility will manufacture critical anti-degradants under the Pilnox TDQ/TMQ range, essential for tyre durability, performance, and safety and non-tyre applications. Located within the Dahej PCPIR (Petroleum, Chemical and Petrochemical Investment Region), the facility provides strategic access to raw materials, integrated infrastructure, and port connectivity, strengthening supply reliability and global market reach. The commissioning reflects NOCIL’s continued commitment to investing in advanced manufacturing capabili...

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world's fifth-largest retail jewellery group and a responsible jeweller, will implement various projects in Tamil Nadu as part of its ₹200 crore CSR initiatives for the financial year 2026–27. As a first step, educational scholarships have been announced for 5,280 girls in Tamil Nadu this year. Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, announced the ₹200 crore CSR initiatives of Malabar Gold & Diamonds at a function held at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in Delhi. As part of this, educational scholarships are being provided to 33,000 girls at the national level this year, of which 5,280 have been allocated to Tamil Nadu. In addition, various projects will be implemented in Tamil Nadu during FY 2026–27 in the areas of women empowerment, healthcare, education, and environmental protection. Malabar Group Chairman M. P. Ahammad said that Malabar Gold & Diamonds aims to create sustainable and long-term change in society t...

Godrej Industries Group (GIG), in partnership with the Public Works Department (PWD), Delhi Government, has undertaken the restoration and beautification of the Netaji Subhash Place (NSP) Flyover stretch, from Ring Road to the NSP Metro Station. The initiative aims to improve the visual quality and long-term usability of a key public infrastructure corridor in Northwest Delhi. Located at the junction of Ring Road and arterial routes leading towards Rohini and Pitampura, the NSP Flyover serves as an important gateway to Northwest Delhi. Over time, parts of the area beneath the flyover and adjoining medians had become underutilised, visually unappealing, and vulnerable to dumping and encroachment. The restoration initiative seeks to address these challenges through a planned, sustainable, and citizen-centric approach, aligned with the Delhi Government’s broader efforts to enhance public infrastructure. Speaking on the initiative, Smt. Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi, said “Revi...

WORLD HEALTH DAY was observed at Nanganallur in a splendid fashion. Honored Guest Dr. V. SUNDAR, a highly esteemed pulmonologist, has presented a keynote address emphasizing the significance of elderly individuals require particular attention, especially concerning illnesses such as tuberculosis, pneumonia, and various other respiratory conditions. He stated that vaccinations have significantly reduced many infectious diseases to nearly non-existent levels.   The physician emphasized that all these conditions should be addressed with the highest level of diligence, utilizing the most current scientific evidence and research-based knowledge.   V. Ramarao, President of The Federation of Senior Citizen Associations of Tamil Nadu advocated for healthcare professionals to prioritize well-being and invest in scientifically grounded solutions and a One Health Approach. To assign additional resources for healthcare overall requires increased governmental attention to geriatric car...