As the Indian government holds edible oil firms responsible for the rise in prices amid huge stockpiles, recent reports by the SEAI and expert predictions suggest that the country's import of edible oil and pulses is steadily decreasing. In line with this, Adani Wilmar has announced investments worth Rs.600 Crore in the edible oil and solar sectors. While the government's ambitious goal of achieving a USD 55 trillion economy by 2025 seems promising, doubts have been raised about the success of their Digital Agriculture Mission, with the AIKS expressing concerns. The agricultural sector's reactions to the Union Budget 2024 also reflect a forward-looking attitude towards the use of high-yielding pulses and oilseeds as a means to reduce imports.
The long-awaited Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, starring Kartik Aaryan, has already made a huge impact with a record-breaking non-theatrical deal of Rs 135 crore for its digital, satellite, and music rights. The film is set for a Diwali 2024 release and the makers are pulling out all the stops to promote it, with a teaser already released and a theatrical trailer and music launch coming soon. The growing popularity of horror-comedy and Kartik Aaryan's appeal to young audiences have been major factors in securing this massive deal that has already covered a large portion of the film's budget.
Fans of Superstar Rajinikanth can breathe a sigh of relief as the actor's wife, Latha Rajinikanth, has shared a reassuring update on his health. The actor was admitted to a hospital in Chennai after experiencing stomach pain and will undergo a procedure for which he is receiving expert care. Social media has been flooded with well-wishes for the legendary actor, who recently wowed audiences with his dance moves at the audio launch of his upcoming film Vettaiyan. With a budget of Rs 160 crore and featuring stunning locations across India, the film is generating significant buzz ahead of its release.
The action-packed film, starring Nani and a talented ensemble cast, has finally landed on OTT platforms after a successful theatrical release. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vivek Athreya, the movie follows a man who fights injustices on Saturdays but ends up clashing with a corrupt police officer. This is Nani's biggest project till date, with a whopping budget of Rs 90 crore, and managed to earn over Rs 6 crore on its opening day in India. Fans of the superstar, Rashmika Mandanna and Samantha Ruth Prabhu can also look forward to their upcoming projects, VD 12 and Pushpa 2, while Sai Pallavi gets emotional at her sister's recent wedding.
On the auspicious occasion of Vinayaka Chavithi, the makers of the highly anticipated political drama 'Game Changer' have revealed that the release date for its second single will be announced in September. The first song from the film, 'Jaragandi', was a massive hit and fans are now eagerly waiting for the complete audio album composed by Thaman. The announcement poster hints at yet another energetic and massy dance number, adding to the excitement. With a star-studded cast including Kiara Advani and a huge budget, producer Dil Raju is all set to release the film in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi during the Christmas season.
Jagmeet Singh's New Democratic Party has announced its withdrawal of support from Trudeau's government, leaving him reliant on opposition lawmakers to stay in power. This move has been linked to Singh's frustrations with Trudeau's handling of certain issues, particularly high prices at grocery stores, and could potentially lead to a new election if confidence votes don't go in Trudeau's favor. The next key moment will be the budget update later this year, which could be a make or break for Trudeau's government.
The two individuals, identified as Ahmed Rubel and Mohammad Khukan, were arrested by Indian authorities while trying to cross the Indo-Nepal border without proper visa documentation. The incident took place near the Bargadwa border outpost and the suspects have been handed over to local police for further questioning. This highlights the ongoing issue of illegal immigration and the importance of securing borders, especially in the context of the 2024 Paris Olympics and the 2024 Union Budget announcements.
The highly-anticipated Tamil action film 'GOAT' has already sold over 5.4 lakh tickets prior to its release, breaking advance sales records for actor Vijay's previous film and even surpassing the opening day earnings of his blockbuster hit 'Leo.' With a star-studded cast and a budget of over Rs 300 crore, the film has been generating buzz for its potential to be Vijay's penultimate film before entering politics. Fans and industry experts alike are eagerly anticipating the film's release on September 5.
Thalapathy fans cannot contain their excitement as the highly anticipated film, 'The Greatest of All Time', starring Vijay in a dual role, is set to release in 2024. With a star-studded cast and a hefty production budget of Rs. 300-400 cr, this science-fiction action thriller is sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Tickets are already selling out, with Vijay receiving a record-breaking salary of Rs. 200 cr for his role.
Pawan Kalyan, the younger brother of Indian cinema icon Chiranjeevi, released a heartfelt statement on the megastar's 69th birthday expressing his love and pride for his elder brother. His message of admiration and gratitude towards Chiranjeevi's contributions to the industry and philanthropy has been receiving love from fans. Chiranjeevi, currently busy with the shoot of Vishwambhara, is expected to release the film next year with an estimated budget of Rs 200 crore.