Author: Senjuti Bhattacharya

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha exchanged marriage vows on September 24 this year. Commencing with a cricket match in Delhi, their pre-wedding celebrations included a Sufi night and Ardaas ceremony. The couple proceeded to Udaipur for Haldi and Mehendi ceremonies, culminating their commitment in front of family. At an event, Parineeti humorously addressed the secret to a successful marriage, highlighting the contrast between her Bollywood career and Raghav’s political pursuits. Celebrating her inaugural Diwali with Raghav, Parineeti shared festive moments on Instagram. Advocating for work-life balance, she stressed the significance of enjoying life beyond the professional sphere, challenging the prevalent…

Addressing the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the crucial need for a worldwide framework governing the responsible development of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Modi warned against potential abuses such as deepfakes, data theft, and exploitation by terrorists. He urged participants, including diplomats and ministers, to exercise caution and prioritize safety in the advancement of AI. Emphasizing the transformative nature of AI, Modi underscored the importance of transparency, advocating for efforts to make AI systems as transparent and bias-free as possible. He stressed the need to convey to people globally that AI is for…

Tata Power EV Charging Solutions Ltd (TPEVCSL) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) have recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the goal of deploying over 500 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across India. This collaboration involves Tata Power establishing these charging stations at IOCL’s retail outlets. The primary objective is to create a robust intercity charging network that addresses range anxiety concerns for EV owners engaging in intercity travel. The strategic partnership between TPEVCSL and IOCL aims to strategically position fast and superfast charging stations in major cities and along key highways. By utilizing IOCL’s extensive network, this…

Key Executives, formerly known as C-Suite Spotlight, has unveiled the Top 25 CEOs of Massachusetts for 2023, recognizing three Indian-origin leaders: Niraj Shah, Prahlad Singh, and Jonathan Ram. Niraj Shah, co-founder of Wayfair, transformed the company into a US leader for home goods, achieving $6.8 billion in net revenue in 2018. His prior roles include CEO of Simplify Mobile and entrepreneur-in-residence at Greylock Partners. Prahlad Singh, currently CEO at Revvity, manages 11,000 employees dedicated to providing solutions. Previously, he held roles at PerkinElmer and senior positions in strategy and business development at GE Healthcare and Philips Healthcare. Jonathan Ram, as…

Securonix, a Texas-based software development company, has appointed Venkat Kotla as its Chief Technology Officer. Kotla, an Indian-origin executive, is tasked with scaling the company’s engineering function and establishing partnerships with technology organizations to meet the growing demand for Securonix’s Unified Defense SIEM platform. Expressing excitement about joining a team focused on product development and innovation, Kotla aims to incorporate advanced technologies into the platform and foster partnerships with leading technology providers. Securonix’s CEO, Nayaki Nayyar, highlighted the importance of scaling the platform to meet the evolving needs of modern enterprises in the face of an expanding threat landscape. Securonix’s…

On December 9, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored India’s economic prowess, citing a 7.7% GDP growth in the last six months. Addressing the Infinity Forum, he credited transformative reforms for positioning India as a beacon of hope globally. In a virtual speech, Modi highlighted India’s resilience amid geopolitical tensions, inflation, and rising debt worldwide. He stressed that India’s growth demonstrates the positive outcomes of prioritizing policy, good governance, and welfare-focused economic policies. Modi recalled international recognitions, including the IMF acknowledging India’s global growth contribution and the World Bank lauding India’s role amid global challenges. Recognitions from the Australian Prime…

Zoya Akhtar’s film ‘The Archies’ has made its debut on Netflix, entering the array of Christmas releases this year. The movie effortlessly captures the festive spirit, drawing inspiration from the vibrant world of Archie’s comics. Zoya’s adept use of colorful palettes and costumes recreates the cheerful atmosphere of the comic, offering a sunny and joyful viewing experience. Featuring a lineup of budding talents, predominantly star kids, the film introduces Suhana Khan as Veronica Lodge, Khushi Kapoor as Betty Cooper, Agastya Nanda as Archie Andrews, Vedang Raina as Reggie, Mihir Ahuja as Jughead, Dot as Ethel, and Yuvraj Menda as Dilton…

During the Uttarakhand Investors’ Summit in Dehradun, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his call for India’s millionaires and billionaires to choose destination weddings within the country rather than abroad. He proposed the launch of a new movement, ‘Wed in India,’ echoing the ‘Make in India’ initiative. Encouraging young couples to tie the knot in India, Modi emphasized the nation’s strength and capabilities. He questioned the trend of pairs formed by God going abroad for their new journey in married life, suggesting that at least one destination wedding should take place in Uttarakhand. Addressing the audience, Modi said, “Have at least…

After the Bharatiya Janata Party’s resounding success in three of four states in recent Indian state elections, New York-based supporters gathered to commemorate the victory. Despite stiff competition, the ruling party retained Madhya Pradesh and secured victories in Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan. In Telangana, the main Opposition party, Congress, emerged triumphant. Jagdish Sewhani, President of the American India Public Affairs Committee in New York, hailed the results as a “reflection of the country’s mood,” attributing the wins to people voting for good governance and performance. He emphasized the trust in Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, foreseeing India becoming a $40 trillion economy…

Dr. Samir Shah, an experienced media executive born in India with over four decades of involvement in UK broadcasting, has been selected by the UK government as its preferred choice for the role of the new chair of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). A recipient of the CBE from Queen Elizabeth II in 2019 for his contributions to television and heritage, the 71-year-old is poised to take over from Richard Sharp, who stepped down amid scrutiny of his interactions with former Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Dr. Shah currently holds the position of CEO and owner of Juniper, an independent television…