Author: Deshwale Editorial Desk

POCO India has announced Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar as its brand ambassador, just before the launch of the POCO X7 series, set for 9 January at 5:30 PM. This move reflects the company’s focus on reaching India’s youth as it prepares to introduce its latest smartphones. The X7 series, which includes the POCO X7 and X7 Pro, is expected to offer notable features in the affordable premium category. The POCO X7 will feature a durable 1.5K AMOLED 3D Curved Display, while the X7 Pro will come with a large 6550mAh battery using Silicon Carbon Technology. Both models will run on…

FedEx, the world’s leading express delivery company, has widened its FedEx® International Connect Plus (FICP) service in India, now linking businesses to more destinations across Asia, the Americas, and Europe. This affordable, reliable shipping service delivers international e-commerce packages in 3-4 business days. As India’s e-commerce market is set to hit USD 325 billion by 2030, and with logistics companies expected to handle 17 billion shipments in the coming years, dependable shipping services are crucial. FICP helps online sellers manage international deliveries efficiently, offering flexibility and cost savings, boosting customer satisfaction. On this, Nitin Navneet Tatiwala, Vice President, Marketing and…

Sri Lanka to Ban Business Activities for Foreign Tourists Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister announced that foreigners on tourist visas will no longer be allowed to engage in business activities. This policy aims to protect local businesses and maintain the integrity of the tourism sector. Tourists wishing to conduct business must apply for the appropriate visa. The government hopes this will strengthen tourism and encourage formal business growth in the country. Maharashtra Govt Eyes Electric Tandoors Over Coal To combat rising air pollution, the Maharashtra government is exploring a regulation to replace coal tandoors with electric ones in Mumbai restaurants. On…

Cupid Limited, India’s premier manufacturer and brand of male and female condoms, water-based personal lubricants, IVD kits, deodorants, perfumes, almond hair oil, body oils, petroleum jelly, and other FMCG products, has received a purchase order from the Medical Stores Department, Government of Tanzania, for the supply of male condoms worth ₹14.91 crore. The order, part of an international framework agreement, is scheduled to be executed between February and April 2025. Commenting on this significant milestone, Aditya Halwasiya, Managing Director of Cupid Limited, said, “We are happy to receive this order and look forward to more value-accretive business with the Medical…

ગુજરાતી ગીત “માટલા ઉપર માટલું”થી લોકપ્રિય બનેલા જીગર ઠાકોરની નવી ફિલ્મ “જીગરની જીત” 17મી જાન્યુઆરીએ રિલીઝ થશે. માર્સ મૂવીઝ એન્ડ મ્યુઝિકના બેનર હેઠળ બનેલ આ ફિલ્મનું નિર્માણ ભરત જૈન અને દિગ્દર્શન વિષ્ણુ ઠાકોરે કર્યું છે. ફિલ્મમાં જીગર ઠાકોર એક એવા કલાકારની કથા રજૂ કરે છે, જેણે જીવનના અનેક ચેલેન્જિસ વચ્ચે સફળતાની ગાથા લખી છે. ફિલ્મમાં એક પિતાના સંઘર્ષની વાર્તા છે, જે પોતાના બાળકના સપનાને સાકાર કરવા પ્રયાસશીલ રહે છે. ફિલ્મનાં મુખ્ય કલાકારોમાં જીગર ઠાકોર સાથે ચેતન દૈયા, જીતુ પંડ્યા, જિમી, પૂજા સોની અને સોશિયલ મીડિયા સ્ટાર્સ વિજુડી અને વિલેજ બોય છે. ગીતો જશવંત ગાંગાણી અને ચંદુ રાવલે લખ્યાં છે. સંગીત…

Amazon MX Player has released the trailer for its highly anticipated crime drama series, Chidiya Udd, set to stream for free starting January 15. Based on Aabid Surti’s critically acclaimed novel Cages, the series offers a raw and intense look into Mumbai’s underworld. Produced by Harman Baweja and Vicky Bahri and directed by Ravi Jadhav, the series features a powerful ensemble cast, including Jackie Shroff, Bhoomika Meena, Sikandar Kher, Madhur Mittal, Mayur More, and Mita Vashisht. Chidiya Udd tells the gripping tale of Seher, a young woman from Rajasthan who finds herself entangled in the complexities of Mumbai’s criminal underbelly.…

Los Angeles County is grappling with a series of wildfires, fueled by hurricane force winds, that have led to widespread devastation and mass evacuations. The most severe of these fires, known as the Palisades Fire, ignited near the Pacific Palisades neighborhood and has since scorched over 5,000 acres. The blaze began early Tuesday and, by Wednesday, had compelled the evacuation of at least 30,000 residents. As firefighters battle the inferno, the fire’s relentless spread has put immense pressure on emergency services. Alongside the Palisades Fire, other significant fires have erupted, including the Eaton Fire near Pasadena, which has doubled in…

તિરુપતિના પાવન દેવસ્થાન તિરુમલા મંદિર નજીક બુધવારે ગોઝારો અકસ્માત થયો હતો. વૈકુંઠ એકાદશીનાં દર્શન માટે ટોકન મેળવવા એકઠી થયેલી ભીડમાં ભાગદોડ મચી જતાં છ ભાવિકોનાં મોત સહિત અનેક ઘાયલ થયાં હતાં.  આ દુર્ભાગ્યપૂર્ણ ઘટના 4,000થી વધુ ભક્તો વૈકુંઠ દ્વાર દર્શનમ માટે ટોકન મેળવવા માટે ભેગા થયા હતા તેના લીધે થઈ હતી. દર્શન 10 જાન્યુઆરીથી શરૂ થવાનાં છે. ટોકન વિતરણની ગતિવિધિઓ વહેલી સવારે શરૂ થવાની હતી, પરંતુ અનેક ભક્તો આગલી સાંજે કતારમાં ઊભા હતા. એમાંથી સર્જાયેલી સ્થિતિ હાથ બહાર જતાં નાસભાગ થઈ અને આ દુર્ઘટના સર્જાઈ હતી. દુર્ઘટનાની જાણ થતાં આંધ્ર પ્રદેશના મુખ્ય પ્રધાન ચંદ્રબાબુ નાયડુએ દુઃખ પ્રગટ કર્યું હતું. તેઓએ…

A tragic stampede at Vishnu Nivasam near the Tirumala temple in Tirupati has resulted in the deaths of six devotees. Several others were injured in the incident, which occurred during the distribution of tokens for the upcoming Vaikuntha Ekadashi celebrations. The stampede took place as over 4,000 devotees gathered to collect tokens for the Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam, scheduled to begin on January 10. Although the distribution counters were set to open early in the morning, many devotees started queuing up the previous evening, leading to severe overcrowding and chaos. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed his sorrow over the…

Pritish Nandy, the celebrated poet, journalist, filmmaker, and former Rajya Sabha member, passed away today at the age of 73. The multifaceted personality suffered a cardiac arrest at his residence in South Mumbai, leaving a void in the realms of literature, media, and cinema. Born in Bhagalpur, Bihar, Nandy was one of India’s creators, with several acclaimed works to his credit. Besides poetry, Nandy’s impact on Indian journalism was profound. As the editor of The Illustrated Weekly of India, he transformed the publication into a vibrant platform for bold ideas and investigative journalism. His tenure is remembered for its fearless…