The popular quiz-based reality show *Kaun Banega Crorepati*, hosted by Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, will make its comeback with Season 16 on August 12. The show’s creators have revealed the premiere date with the tagline, “Zindagi hai, har mod par sawaal poochegi, jawaab toh dena hoga” (Life will ask questions at every turn, and you’ll have to answer). The teaser for the new season portrays various situations where individuals face challenges from those around them and are confronted with questions they must answer with confidence. *Kaun Banega Crorepati* holds a special place in Indian television history. It played a crucial…
Author: Akancha Mishra
Akancha Mishra
Akancha has been a journalist for about twenty years, and she has a Bachelor of Arts in English Honors and a Master's Degree in Mass Communication from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. She and her husband and children Supriya and Alok currently call New York City home.
Kamala Harris, the current U.S. Vice President, garnered significant backing from Democratic National Convention delegates on Monday, positioning herself as the likely nominee for president next month, sources report. This follows President Joe Biden’s endorsement of Harris on Sunday, as he withdrew from the race amid concerns over his age and health, committing to serve until January 20, 2025. According to an Associated Press survey, Harris has secured support from 2,538 delegates, well surpassing the 1,976 needed for the nomination, with Democratic officials aiming to finalize the nomination by August 7. While delegates still have time to reconsider their support,…
Sanofi, the French pharmaceutical giant, is making a bold move to amplify its presence in India with a substantial investment of 400 million euros ($437.24 million) in its Global Capacity Center (GCC) in Hyderabad by the decade’s end. Aiming to more than double its workforce over the next two years, the company is set to initially invest 100 million euros ($109.31 million) by next year, revealed Madeleine Roach, Executive Vice President of Business Operations, at a recent event. Hyderabad’s GCC, already the largest among Sanofi’s global facilities, employs 1,000 people. This center is set to grow exponentially, with plans to…
Anand Mahindra, the chairman of Mahindra and Mahindra, was left in awe after witnessing a remarkable performance by a nine-year-old girl of Indian origin on “America’s Got Talent.” Pranysqa Mishra, who recently appeared on the show, captivated the audience with her extraordinary vocal abilities. Mahindra took to social media to praise Mishra, emphasizing her incredible talent. In a heartfelt post, he noted that this was the second time in two weeks that a very young Indian-origin performer had impressed the judges at “AGT” with exceptional skills. He highlighted Mishra’s proficiency in American music genres like rock and gospel, noting her…
On July 4, the United States celebrated its 248th anniversary, a nation founded in 1776 without any future citizens from India. Fast forward to today, Indian Americans play a significant role in shaping the country’s future. This was highlighted in a landmark report by the nonprofit group Indiaspora, detailing the contributions of Indian Americans across various sectors. The report, named “Small Community, Big Contributions, Boundless Horizons,” was created in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group. It explores the impact of Indian Americans in economic, scientific, social, cultural, and civic areas. Despite making up just 1.5% of the U.S. population, Indian…
Following her husband J.D. Vance’s nomination as the Republican vice-presidential candidate, Usha Vance has chosen to step away from her career. Usha, the wife of the U.S. senator from Ohio, resigned from her role as a corporate litigator at the San Francisco law firm Munger, Tolles & Olson. In a statement to PEOPLE, a spokesperson for the firm confirmed Usha’s departure, praising her contributions and wishing her well in her future endeavors. This news followed the swift removal of Usha’s bio from the firm’s website, minutes after former President Donald Trump announced her husband as his vice-presidential candidate for the…
Vivek Ramaswamy expressed his congratulations to JD Vance after Donald Trump selected him as his running mate on July 15. Initially a critic, Vance later became a staunch ally. Ramaswamy reminisced about their time together as law school classmates and friends from southwest Ohio, highlighting their shared experiences watching Bengals games. He praised Vance’s selection as Vice President, emphasizing their journey from law school to this pivotal political moment. Ramaswamy also noted Usha Vance’s role as a family friend and former law school classmate. Highlighting their interconnected lives, an X post pointed out the intriguing “Vance-Ramaswamy web.” Trump formally announced…
Former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy continues to remain in the public eye after his high-profile campaign ended six months ago. Ramaswamy, 38, an author and businessman, is set to speak at the GOP convention in Milwaukee next week, according to two sources familiar with the matter, reflecting his continued prominence within the Republican Party. A spokesperson for Ramaswamy declined to provide further comments. Last year, Ramaswamy emerged as a significant figure during the GOP presidential primary by maintaining a strong media presence and creating viral moments online. His debating skills and bold proposals to significantly reduce the administrative state…
In the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25, the Government e-Market (GeM) platform achieved a significant milestone, surpassing US$ 14.85 billion (Rs. 1.24 trillion) in procurement, marking a remarkable 136% increase compared to the previous year’s US$ 6.31 billion (Rs. 52,670 crore). GeM CEO Mr. Prashant Kumar Singh projected that if current growth rates continue, GeM is poised to become the world’s largest procurement platform by the end of the fiscal year, outpacing competitors like South Korea’s KONEPS and Singapore’s GeBIZ. Key contributors to this achievement included central ministries and CPSEs, which collectively procured over US$ 11.97 billion (Rs.…
PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta emphasized during Thursday’s analyst call that India remains a high-demand market with significant growth potential for years to come. He underscored the company’s ongoing investments in infrastructure to capitalize on what he described as a substantial opportunity in the region. Laguarta highlighted India as a key focus area for strategic expansion, noting the company’s commitment to scaling up operations and strengthening its brand presence to meet growing consumer demand. PepsiCo India reported robust organic revenue growth in the second quarter of calendar year 2024, reflecting high single-digit expansion. The company’s management highlighted the positive performance in…
