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Panchayat Actor Vinod Suryavanshi Opens Up On Casteism And Struggles

Actor Vinod Suryavanshi, who gained recognition for playing the new Sachiv Ji in the popular web series Panchayat, has spoken about the challenges he faced growing up, including caste discrimination and repeated rejection in the entertainment industry. In a recent conversation, Suryavanshi shared that caste-based divisions still exist in his village in Karnataka. He revealed that different communities continue to live separately, and certain social restrictions remain in place. Reca

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22 Apr 2026 04:28 AM 3.19k views

Panchayat Actor Vinod Suryavanshi Opens Up On Casteism And Struggles

Actor Vinod Suryavanshi, who gained recognition for playing the new Sachiv Ji in the popular web series Panchayat, has spoken about the challenges he faced growing up, including caste discrimination and repeated rejection in the entertainment industry. In a recent conversation, Suryavanshi shared that caste-based divisions still exist in his village in Karnataka. He revealed that different communities continue to live separately, and certain social restrictions remain in place. Reca

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No Censor For OTT Content: CBFC Confirms No Certification Needed For Streaming Platforms

The debate surrounding censorship on OTT platforms in India has intensified in recent years, with discussions rising over the language, visuals, and narrative formats used in digital entertainment. As the popularity of online streaming surged, so did public and political scrutiny, raising questions about whether OTT content would come under the same certification framework as theatrical releases. For a period, there were reports hinting at the possibility of the Central Board of Film Certific

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18 Dec 2025 04:24 AM 256 views

No Censor For OTT Content: CBFC Confirms No Certification Needed For Streaming Platforms

The debate surrounding censorship on OTT platforms in India has intensified in recent years, with discussions rising over the language, visuals, and narrative formats used in digital entertainment. As the popularity of online streaming surged, so did public and political scrutiny, raising questions about whether OTT content would come under the same certification framework as theatrical releases. For a period, there were reports hinting at the possibility of the Central Board of Film Certific

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Canada rejects 74% of Indian student visa applications amid tighter immigration rules

Canada has recorded a sharp surge in the rejection of student visa applications from India, with nearly three out of every four applicants being denied entry to Canadian post-secondary institutions in August 2025. Data from Canada’s immigration department shows that 74% of Indian applications for study permits were refused, a dramatic increase from 32% during the same month in 2023. The figures indicate a growing policy shift in Ottawa’s approach to international education and immigration

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03 Nov 2025 12:55 PM 539 views

Canada rejects 74% of Indian student visa applications amid tighter immigration rules

Canada has recorded a sharp surge in the rejection of student visa applications from India, with nearly three out of every four applicants being denied entry to Canadian post-secondary institutions in August 2025. Data from Canada’s immigration department shows that 74% of Indian applications for study permits were refused, a dramatic increase from 32% during the same month in 2023. The figures indicate a growing policy shift in Ottawa’s approach to international education and immigration

Visa & Immigration

The Luck Game Show For Common Man Launches With ₹10 Lakh Car Prize

Praja Arts Productions has unveiled its new reality game show titled “The Luck,” a unique entertainment format designed exclusively for the common man. Unlike celebrity-driven shows, “The Luck” offers everyday individuals a chance to showcase patience, endurance, and strategy through engaging yet simple challenges. The format requires no special talent or skills, only determination, focus, and the power of luck.

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11 Sep 2025 06:01 AM 796 views

The Luck Game Show For Common Man Launches With ₹10 Lakh Car Prize

Praja Arts Productions has unveiled its new reality game show titled “The Luck,” a unique entertainment format designed exclusively for the common man. Unlike celebrity-driven shows, “The Luck” offers everyday individuals a chance to showcase patience, endurance, and strategy through engaging yet simple challenges. The format requires no special talent or skills, only determination, focus, and the power of luck.

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Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

In the wake of rising border tensions and national outrage following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has officially asked all OTT and streaming platforms to take down Pakistani-origin content immediately. Leading platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, and JioCinema have swiftly responded by removing a wide range of Pakistani shows, films, and web series. The directive, which cites national security concerns, w

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09 May 2025 06:52 AM 1.77k views

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

In the wake of rising border tensions and national outrage following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has officially asked all OTT and streaming platforms to take down Pakistani-origin content immediately. Leading platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, and JioCinema have swiftly responded by removing a wide range of Pakistani shows, films, and web series. The directive, which cites national security concerns, w

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JioStar Invests $10B in Content, Beating YouTube’s $2.5B

India's media and entertainment industry is on the brink of a monumental transformation, driven by aggressive investment and deep innovation, as revealed in a compelling fireside chat between Uday Shankar, Vice Chairman of JioStar, and Vivek Couto, Managing Director of Media Partners Asia, during the WAVES conference. The session, titled “Media in India: Past 25 Years and Journey Ahead to 2047,” offered an insider’s look at how India has emerged as one of the mo

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05 May 2025 04:08 AM 728 views

JioStar Invests $10B in Content, Beating YouTube’s $2.5B

India's media and entertainment industry is on the brink of a monumental transformation, driven by aggressive investment and deep innovation, as revealed in a compelling fireside chat between Uday Shankar, Vice Chairman of JioStar, and Vivek Couto, Managing Director of Media Partners Asia, during the WAVES conference. The session, titled “Media in India: Past 25 Years and Journey Ahead to 2047,” offered an insider’s look at how India has emerged as one of the mo

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Tragic End for Indian Student Vanshika in Canada: Mystery deepens around her death

In a heartbreaking development, Vanshika, an Indian student living in Canada, has been found dead under mysterious circumstances. The Indian High Commission in Ottawa confirmed her death in an official statement, noting that local authorities are currently investigating the cause. The tragic discovery comes just days after Vanshika was reported missing, raising serious concerns among the Indian community in Ottawa and her family back home in India. Vanshika, daughter of Devinder Sin

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29 Apr 2025 00:36 AM 1.43k views

Tragic End for Indian Student Vanshika in Canada: Mystery deepens around her death

In a heartbreaking development, Vanshika, an Indian student living in Canada, has been found dead under mysterious circumstances. The Indian High Commission in Ottawa confirmed her death in an official statement, noting that local authorities are currently investigating the cause. The tragic discovery comes just days after Vanshika was reported missing, raising serious concerns among the Indian community in Ottawa and her family back home in India. Vanshika, daughter of Devinder Sin

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Mark Carney, New Canadian PM, Aims to Rebuild Ties with India After Trudeau's Fallout

Ottawa: Following his decisive victory in the Liberal Party leadership race, Mark Carney is set to become the next Prime Minister of Canada. With 85.9% of votes in his favor, Carney’s leadership marks the beginning of a new chapter for Canadian politics. Carney’s rise to power brings with it a promise to mend India-Canada ties, which reached their lowest point during Justin Trudeau’s tenure. The 59-year-old former banker has expressed his intent to rebuild diplomatic relatio

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10 Mar 2025 11:30 AM 1.58k views

Mark Carney, New Canadian PM, Aims to Rebuild Ties with India After Trudeau's Fallout

Ottawa: Following his decisive victory in the Liberal Party leadership race, Mark Carney is set to become the next Prime Minister of Canada. With 85.9% of votes in his favor, Carney’s leadership marks the beginning of a new chapter for Canadian politics. Carney’s rise to power brings with it a promise to mend India-Canada ties, which reached their lowest point during Justin Trudeau’s tenure. The 59-year-old former banker has expressed his intent to rebuild diplomatic relatio

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JioHotstar Launched: A New OTT Platform with Exclusive Content and Subscription Plans

JioHotstar’s Launch and Content Offering: JioHotstar is a new OTT platform created from the merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. The platform will feature content in 10 languages, including movies, TV shows, and original programming from both merging companies. It will also aggregate content from international studios like NBCUniversal Peacock, Warner Bros., HBO, and Paramount, offering something unique that no other streaming

Internet & Technology

14 Feb 2025 06:38 AM 1.4k views

JioHotstar Launched: A New OTT Platform with Exclusive Content and Subscription Plans

JioHotstar’s Launch and Content Offering: JioHotstar is a new OTT platform created from the merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. The platform will feature content in 10 languages, including movies, TV shows, and original programming from both merging companies. It will also aggregate content from international studios like NBCUniversal Peacock, Warner Bros., HBO, and Paramount, offering something unique that no other streaming

Internet & Technology

Government Blocks 18 OTT Platforms for Obscene Content

On Wednesday, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, L Murugan, informed the Lok Sabha that the government had blocked 18 OTT platforms this year for publishing obscene, vulgar, and in some cases, pornographic content. This action is in line with the IT Rules of 2021, which impose specific due diligence obligations on intermediaries to ensure they take reasonable steps to prevent the spread of such content. The IT Rules also set out a Code of Ethics for publishers

General

19 Dec 2024 10:08 AM 1.31k views

Government Blocks 18 OTT Platforms for Obscene Content

On Wednesday, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, L Murugan, informed the Lok Sabha that the government had blocked 18 OTT platforms this year for publishing obscene, vulgar, and in some cases, pornographic content. This action is in line with the IT Rules of 2021, which impose specific due diligence obligations on intermediaries to ensure they take reasonable steps to prevent the spread of such content. The IT Rules also set out a Code of Ethics for publishers

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Panchayat Actor Vinod Suryavanshi Opens Up On Casteism And Struggles

Panchayat Actor Vinod Suryavanshi Opens Up On Casteism And Struggles

No Censor For OTT Content: CBFC Confirms No Certification Needed For Streaming Platforms

No Censor For OTT Content: CBFC Confirms No Certification Needed For Streaming Platforms

Canada rejects 74% of Indian student visa applications amid tighter immigration rules

Canada rejects 74% of Indian student visa applications amid tighter immigration rules

The Luck Game Show For Common Man Launches With ₹10 Lakh Car Prize

The Luck Game Show For Common Man Launches With ₹10 Lakh Car Prize

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

JioStar Invests $10B in Content, Beating YouTube’s $2.5B

JioStar Invests $10B in Content, Beating YouTube’s $2.5B

Tragic End for Indian Student Vanshika in Canada: Mystery deepens around her death

Tragic End for Indian Student Vanshika in Canada: Mystery deepens around her death

Mark Carney, New Canadian PM, Aims to Rebuild Ties with India After Trudeau's Fallout

Mark Carney, New Canadian PM, Aims to Rebuild Ties with India After Trudeau's Fallout

JioHotstar Launched: A New OTT Platform with Exclusive Content and Subscription Plans

JioHotstar Launched: A New OTT Platform with Exclusive Content and Subscription Plans

Government Blocks 18 OTT Platforms for Obscene Content

Government Blocks 18 OTT Platforms for Obscene Content

Target to end price matching with Amazon and Walmart from July 28

FDA issues major update on shredded cheese recall over metal contamination risks

Whitehall Ohio Recall Election Set for June 23 Special Vote

Prince Andrew Linked to Alleged Chinese Spy in New Scandal

Russia reacts to possible US Tomahawk missile supply for Ukraine war effort

Top Events In Columbus This Weekend: Air Show, Yoga With Puppies And More

Microsoft Lays Off 300+ Staff Amid AI Restructuring

Repolling Underway In West Bengal Assembly Elections; Mamata Banerjee To Meet Counting Agents

Fernando Bale, Australia’s legendary greyhound sprinter, dies leaving historic legacy

YouTube bans AI Lego videos linked to Trump amid Iran narrative claims

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