Wednesday, February 4, 2026
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This Is the Story of an Idea That Many Tried to Erase: Ajay Devgn Endorses Shatak: Sangh Ke 100 Varsh on RSS’s 100 Years
The much-awaited teaser of Shatak: Sangh Ke 100 Varsh, a film commemorating 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), has been unveiled, drawing attention across the country. Timed with the Sangh completing a century since its founding, the film traces its long journey, ideology, and contribution to national life.
The teaser has sparked widespread discussion, with several prominent voices reacting to the project. Yoga guru Baba Ramdev had earlier expressed his support, and now actor Ajay Devgn has also publicly endorsed Shatak, adding to the growing buzz. While attempts have been made in the past to portray the Sangh on screen, Shatak marks the first time such a cinematic effort has received open encouragement and support from within the organisation’s ecosystem.
Congratulating the RSS on completing 100 years, Ajay Devgn wrote in his tweet, "RSS ko sau saal poore hone par dher saari badhaaiyan! Inn sau saalon mein rashtra nirmaan mein sangh ka bada yogdaan raha hai. Iss kaam par aur roshni daalne aa rahi hai film #Shatak. Yeh rahi uski pehli jhalak. Shatak ke sampurn team ko meri ore se dher saari shubhkamnaye!” (Heartfelt congratulations to the RSS on completing 100 years. Over the past century, the Sangh has played a significant role in nation-building. The film Shatak seeks to highlight this journey. Here’s a first glimpse. Best wishes to the entire team behind the film.)
Earlier, the song 'Bhagwa Hai Apni Pehchaan' from the film was unveiled at the RSS headquarters, Keshav Kunj in Delhi, by RSS chief Dr Mohan Bhagwat and in the presence of Shri Bhaiya ji Joshi, who gave his blessings to the film during the launch.
Opening with the line, “This is the story of an idea that many tried to erase again and again over the years,” the teaser signals the film’s intent to address long-standing confusions, criticisms, and misunderstandings surrounding the Sangh by placing them in a historical and factual context. It brings to the fore foundational figures whose contributions were central but seldom acknowledged, such as Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar and Guruji Madhav Sadashivrao Golwalkar, alongside leaders such as Lokmanya Tilak and Mahatma Gandhi. The teaser also touches upon the Sangh’s role during defining moments of Indian history, from the freedom movement to the Emergency.
Directed by Aashish Mall and produced by Vir Kapur, the film is described by Mall as a deeply personal project. “This film has been like a personal journey for me. While working on it, many aspects related to the Sangh came to light that are rarely discussed. Our main aim was to honestly address the misunderstandings that exist in society.”
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Justo RealFintech Accelerates Western India Expansion with New Residential Mandates Nearing ₹770 Crore Across Mumbai, Pune and MMR
Mumbai, 04/02/2026 – Justo RealFintech Limited, a mandate-led, tech-enabled real estate sales and execution platform, has announced the signing of multiple new residential sales mandates across Pune and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The expanded mandate portfolio reflects Justo’s growing scale, deepening presence in established residential corridors and a calibrated expansion across high-potential suburban markets.
Details of the New Mandates
In the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Justo has secured the sales mandate for Royal Pristo in Malad East. Additionally, the company has been appointed for Gaurav Excellency, Gaurav Woods – Phase 2 and Gaurav Enclave in Mira Road East.
In Pune, Justo has been appointed for Trio Alpha in Tathawade, strengthening its footprint in one of West Pune’s active end-user micro-markets.
In a significant expansion of its geographic footprint, Justo has also signed the sales mandate for Akhand, a residential development in Vasai East, marking the company’s formal foray into the Vasai micro-market. This is in addition to the mandate secured with Abhinav Realty for Pebbles Magnolia in Virar, a large-format residential development with an inventory value nearing ₹800 crore, further strengthening Justo’s presence across the Mira Road–Vasai–Virar belt.
Collectively, these mandates represent an aggregate inventory value nearing ₹770 crore and are expected to translate into strong revenue momentum of an estimated amount nearing ₹20 crore during the period of Q4 FY26 and FY27, reinforcing Justo’s execution-led growth trajectory.
Leadership Commentary
Commenting on the development, Pushpamitra Das, Founder & Chairman & Managing Director, Justo RealFintech Ltd., said:
“These new mandates across Pune, core MMR suburbs and the wider Mira Road–Vasai–Virar belt reflect a growing shift among developers towards partners who can deliver pricing discipline, sales visibility and sustained absorption rather than short-term spikes.
Residential markets today reward consistency of execution over scale alone. Our mandate-only approach allows us to stay deeply aligned with developer outcomes, focus on sharp project positioning and build predictable sales momentum across diverse micro-markets.”
The newly added mandates align with Justo’s broader strategy of selectively expanding across high-velocity residential corridors and emerging suburban belts, supported by structured sales processes, proprietary technology and strong on-ground execution teams.
About Justo RealFintech Ltd.
Justo RealFintech Ltd. is a mandate-driven real estate sales, advisory and execution platform that partners exclusively with developers. The company combines technology, market intelligence and disciplined on-ground execution to deliver predictable, transparent and scalable outcomes across key residential markets in India.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
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Ananya Birla Launches Birla Studios
Date, Mumbai, India - 4th February, 2026. Birla Studios has been created with the intent to create high concept, prestige-driven, commercial cinema. It will focus on stories that seamlessly balance broad audience reach with artistic distinction, championing culturally relevant narratives and storytelling.
Rooted in Ananya Birla’s belief in cinema as a medium of expression, the studio is committed to curating cinema that creates immediate emotional connection while leaving an indelible mark. With a strong emphasis on creative ambition and commercial viability, Birla Studios aims to shape films that are both meaningful and widely engaging.
“We are all stories. Cinema is one of the most powerful mediums through which those stories are told. At its most powerful, cinema creates an immediate connection while leaving a lasting resonance. At Birla Studios, our focus is on curating a slate of films that balance cultural significance with strong entertainment value and a conscious stand to nurture new talent, while exploring genres, amplifying fresh voices and diverse perspectives. As we put this slate together, we’ve been deeply encouraged by the kindness and receptiveness of everyone across the industry. It would be a privilege to play even a small part in taking Indian cinema forward,” said Ananya Birla.
Birla Studios is shaping a multi-language slate that spans stories in Hindi, Gujarati, Malayalam amongst other regional languages and international English language cinema, reflecting its ambition to engage audiences across borders and cultures.
Stay tuned for further announcements as the studio reveals its upcoming projects.
About Birla Studios
Launched in 2026, Birla Studios is a film studio focused on building high-concept, commercial cinema. The studio is driven by a belief in stories that endure, prioritizing depth, craft, and long-term relevance. Genre-agnostic in approach, Birla Studios backs films with strong commercial appeal while nurturing promising talent, emerging voices and bold ideas. With an emphasis on scale, storytelling ambition, and thoughtful execution, the studio aims to create cinema that balances cultural specificity with universal reach.
About Ananya Birla
Ananya Birla is an entrepreneur and business leader with a strong track record of building institutions defined by scale, governance, measurable impact and profitability. She combines hands-on operational leadership with a long-term vision across financial services, real estate, global trading, consumer brands, and scalable impact.
As Founder and Chairperson of Svatantra Microfin, she has steered the company as India’s second largest and best performing microfinance institution.
In 2025, she launched Contraband and LOVETC under the banner of Birla Cosmetics, where she is building highly aspirational brands anchored in differentiated consumer insights and product excellence.
With Birla Studios, she brings the same strategic rigour, creative sensitivity and future-forward thinking to the movie business, positioning the studio as a meaningful new force in the evolving entertainment landscape.
Ms. Birla also plays an active strategic role within the Aditya Birla Group, serving on its apex strategic body, ABMCPL, and on the boards of Hindalco, Grasim, and Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail.
Beyond business, she is the first Indian artist to have multiple English-language multi platinum selling singles in India, the first Indian artist featured on an American national Top 40 chart, and an MTV Europe Music Awards nominee.
Recognised as Fortune’s Most Powerful Women (2025), The Economic Times’ 40 Under 40, Business Today’s Most Powerful Women and among the most promising voices at World Economic Forum, Davos 2026, she consistently pursues value creation and excellence across both enterprise and creative expression.
Sunday, February 1, 2026
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Film maker Onir Unveils The First Look of his upcoming LGBTQ ShortFilm ‘Tumhari Khushboo’
Mumbai, 02 Februray 2026: National award winning filmmaker Onir has unveiled the poster of his upcoming Hindi short film Tumhari Khushboo starring Barun Sobti and Shashi Bhushan, a visually impaired actor portraying a queer character bringing authenticity and sensitivity to the narrative. The film marks a rare moment in Indian cinema, with a visually impaired actor portraying a queer character. The film is written by Ravi Asrani and is produced by Impulse Mumbai a volunteer-based collective group that promotes awareness around Sexual Wellness (HIV/STIs), Mental Health, Substance Use, and Equity, Advocacy & Activism within the LGBTQIA+ community. The reveal offers a quiet yet evocative first look into a story that unfolds through silences, subtle gestures, and emotions that linger long after words fade.
Set in Mumbai, Tumhari Khushboo centres on Sunil, a visually impaired masseur, and Kamran, his sports-teacher client. The poster hints at a growing closeness between the two, while suggesting the presence of an unresolved past that could alter the course of their connection.
Notably, sharing his thoughts, Onir said, “This film is very special to me. It is my first time working on a story that brings together queerness and disability. The film drives a deeper message around safer sexual wellness and empathy. It is important to bring such stories to the fore that remind us that love, desire, and vulnerability belong to everyone”
He added, “Shashi is a remarkable actor and a gifted musician, and his talent organically became part of the film during our workshops. Barun brings a striking depth to Kamran, a character who experiences love while also confronting his own internal prejudices”
Talking about the movie, Bismaya Kumar Raulo - Program Manager of Impulse India, said, “At Impulse Mumbai, our work has always centred on creating safe, affirming spaces around sexual wellness, mental health, substance use, and equity within the LGBTQIA+ community. His Fragrance reflects those very values. It is a gentle yet powerful reminder that queer lives exist at many intersections, and that visibility, empathy, and honest storytelling are essential to building a more harmonious society.” Adding to that, Mihir Maher - An Impulse Mumbai Team Member said, “Impulse Mumbai does it again—bigger, bolder, and straight from the heart. Celebrating that every love is valid, the message champions acceptance, responsibility, and love as the ultimate goal.
Without revealing too much, the poster sets the tone for a film that reflects on love, desire, boundaries, and self-discovery, while celebrating inclusion and diversity with quiet grace.
Further details about Tumhari Khushboo will be announced in the coming days.
Cast:
Barun Sobti – Kamran
Shashi Bhushan – Sunil
Director: Onir
Writer: Ravi Asrani
Produced by: Impulse Mumba
Saturday, January 31, 2026
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Indie Artist Prabhanjan Unveils First Look of His Upcoming Afro-Desi Single ‘Thugwa’
Indie artist Prabhanjan has unveiled the first look of his upcoming Afro-Desi single Thugwa, sparking excitement among music lovers and indie audiences alike. The fresh visual offers a glimpse into the vibrant, carefree world of the track, which promises a global sound rooted in Indian musical sensibilities.
Set to release soon, Thugwa is produced by Buki and is described as an energetic Afro four-on-the-floor track that blends infectious Afro-pop rhythms with a playful desi Hindi hook. The song captures the story of a charming, emotionally unavailable man — smooth talker, manipulative , confident. With its cheeky narrative, flirtatious undertones, and dancefloor-ready beats, Thugwa reflects modern relationship where the guy tries to talk his way out with a clingy girl avoiding serious conversations in a fun and relatable way.
Prabhanjan’s musical journey is deeply rooted in Hindustani classical music, which he began studying at the age of 16. A graduate in Hindustani Classical Music from Delhi University, he also trained in sound engineering, allowing him to balance tradition with modern production techniques. Over the years, he has built a strong indie identity through multilingual releases in Hindi, Kannada, and Punjabi, known for their emotional depth and global sonic appeal.
He is best known for his popular tracks Milte Rahe, Gir Jaane De, Fareb & Soya Jaye Na which played a key role in establishing his presence in the indie music space and earned him a loyal listener base. His music often blends classical melodies with R&B, pop, and indie influences, giving his work both a nostalgic resonance and a contemporary edge.
With Thugwa, Prabhanjan takes a confident step forward in his artistic evolution, experimenting with Afro rhythms while staying true to his Indian roots. The first look has already generated curiosity, and the upcoming release is expected to further strengthen his positioning as one of the most promising voices in the indie music scene.
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From Karampura to the World: NDTV Good Times Brings Yo Yo Honey Singh’s ‘My Story’ Back to India
January 24, 2026: The ‘Yo Yo Golden Ticket’ campaign opens the stage to fans, offering exclusive moments with Honey Singh across the India tour
After months of anticipation, pop icon and one of India’s most followed artistes, Yo Yo Honey Singh, has returned to the live stage with My Story – the India chapter of his World Tour - curated by NDTV Good Times.
Mounted as a high-impact and deeply personal experience, the tour brings together music, memory, and defining moments from a journey that has shaped India’s contemporary pop culture.
The tour opens in Delhi on March 14, before travelling to Ahmedabad (March 21), Mumbai (March 28), Pune (April 4), and Kota (April 11). Additional cities are expected to be announced, extending the tour’s national footprint in the weeks ahead.
Unlike a conventional concert format, My Story has been imagined as a narrative-led live experience.
Alongside his performances, Honey Singh will revisit key phases of his musical journey - sharing anecdotes, reflecting on time away from the spotlight, and offering insight into the stories and circumstances behind several of his most popular tracks. The format allows audiences to engage not only with the music but with the journey that shaped it.
Adding a special fan-centric chapter to the India tour, NDTV Good Times is introducing the ‘Yo Yo Golden Ticket’ campaign, running from January 23 to January 26 evening.
As part of the campaign, fans who purchase tickets between January 24 and January 26 will stand a chance to become part of Honey Singh’s personal My Story journey.
In Delhi, one lucky ticket buyer will receive a special piece from Honey Singh’s personal wardrobe - a symbolic gesture as he returns to perform in his hometown on March 14, just a day before his birthday on March 15.
Across Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune and Kota, one fan from each city will get the opportunity to join Honey Singh on stage, click a selfie, and receive a signed autograph - creating once-in-a-lifetime memories.
Designed as a tribute to the fans who have been part of his journey, the Golden Ticket campaign invites audiences to step into the world of My Story and become a living chapter in the narrative.
Emphasising the experiential vision behind the tour, Rahul Shaw, Chief Experiences Officer, NDTV said, ‘The My Story Tour is designed as an experience. It brings together music, memory, and narrative in a way that allows audiences to engage with the artist beyond the stage.’
Each city on the tour will feature a specially crafted show, with storytelling woven seamlessly into the performance. While the musical core remains consistent, the narrative elements will adapt to the city and the audience, creating an experience that feels immersive and personal. The emphasis is on connection — between artist and audience, past and present.
Speaking about the tour, Honey Singh said, ‘This tour brings together many chapters of my life and career. It’s a chance to share the journey through music and the stories behind it. Starting in Delhi is special for me, because that’s where everything began.’
Beginning the India chapter in Delhi carries particular significance. For Honey Singh, the city represents both personal and professional origins, making it a fitting starting point for a tour built around reflection and return.
Friday, January 30, 2026
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SRM Institute of Science and Technology Races to National Victory with Team Camber Racing at Formula Bharat 2026
Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu | January 2026: SRM Institute of Science and Technology celebrated a landmark victory as its student team, Team Camber Racing, races to the National Championship at Formula Bharat 2026.
At the competition, Team Camber Racing delivered a dominant performance, taking first place across all major dynamic and static categories, including Endurance, Skidpad, Autocross, Acceleration, Engineering Design, Fuel Economy, and Sustainability & Best Practices. The team also received the Best Driver Award of the event, showcasing complete technical excellence and teamwork. The students were mentored jointly by the Dean of Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Dr Leenus Martin and Dr. K. Kamalakannan, Head, Department of Automobile Engineering, SRMIST.
The winning team was led by Himanshu Kumar, Captain and final-year student from the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. Supporting him were Vice Captain Aryan Sampath Nair (Mechatronics Engineering), Technical Director Shashank Reddy (Automobile Engineering), Project Manager Rohit Ramesh (Automobile Engineering), and Chief Race Driver TM Sakthiprasad (Automobile Engineering). Their combined effort reflects the multidisciplinary approach at SRMIST, integrating mechanical, electrical, electronics, and computing expertise.
Commenting on the achievement, Dr. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice Chancellor, SRMIST, said, “Seeing our students push boundaries, innovate on the track, and achieve this national win is truly inspiring. Team Camber Racing embodies the energy, creativity, and dedication that SRMIST encourages in every student and this victory shows what can happen when passion meets hands-on learning.”
The Faculty Advisor of Team Camber Racing Dr. Jerome Stanley added, “This outcome reflects the students’ consistency, technical discipline, and ability to tackle complex engineering challenges as a team. Competitions like Formula Bharat provide an environment where learning becomes practical, accountable, and deeply collaborative.”
The national recognition underscores the role of student-led initiatives in driving innovation and developing industry-ready skills. Graduates from such platforms go on to contribute to automotive OEMs, electric mobility ventures, motorsport teams, and R&D organisations in India and abroad.
With this victory, SRM Institute of Science and Technology reinforces its position on India’s automotive innovation map, demonstrating how student-driven engineering excellence can create meaningful impact across academic, industrial, and national spheres.
ABOUT SRM
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST-KTR) is a multi-disciplinary university recognised with an A++ accreditation by NAAC and classified as a Category I university with 12B status by UGC/MoE. In the 2025 NIRF rankings, SRMIST secured the 11th position nationally and holds a global ‘4 Star’ rating from QS, along with the India-centric QS IGAUGE Diamond rating.
Driven by a commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and global outlook, SRMIST-KTR has emerged as one of India’s most vibrant knowledge ecosystems.
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