Filmmaker and actor Armaan Kohli's father Rajkumar Kohli died at the age of 93.
Born in 1930, Rajkumar Kohli was famous for directing several Bollywood films such as the 1966 movie 'Dulla Bhatti' and the 1970s film 'Lootera' starring Dara Singh. Other notable films included Reena Roy-Sunil Dutt's 'Nagin' (1976), 'Jaani Dushman' (1979), 'Badle Ki Aag', 'Naukar Biwi Ka' and 'Raaj Tilak' (1984). His films frequently featured actors like Sunil Dutt, Dharmendra, Jeetendra, Shatrughan Sinha and actresses Reena Roy and Anita Raj.
Justice M. Fathima Beevi, the first female Judge to be appointed to the Supreme Court of India, passed away today at the age of 96. In her long and decorated career, (Late) Justice Beevi served as a role model and icon for women across the country, and she even left her mark on the political arena by being appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu after her superannuation as Supreme Court judge.
She obtained her Bachelor of Law Degree, from the Government Law College, and enrolled as an Advocate on November 14, 1950.
Nov 22, 2023
Mamata Banerjee Names Sourav Ganguly as the 'Brand Ambassador of Bengal'
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared former cricketer and ex-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Sourav Ganguly, as the Brand Ambassador of Bengal.
Expressing her rationale for choosing Sourav Ganguly as the Brand Ambassador, Banerjee said that Sourav Ganguly is a very popular figure, and he can work for the young generation in a very good manner.
This move not only adds a prominent personality to the state's promotional efforts but also leverages Ganguly's influence to connect with the younger demographic.
Founder of Sankara Netralaya Dr.S. S Badrinath Passes Away
Renowned vitreoretinal surgeon, Dr. S. S. Badrinath, who was the founder of Sankara Nethralaya and dedicated his life to improving the accessibility and affordability of eye care in India, passed away.
In 1978, Dr S S Badrinath founded the Medical Research Foundation, which encompasses Sankara Nethralaya as its hospital unit. It is a registered society and a charitable non-profit ophthalmic organisation.
Dr. Badrinath's contributions to the field of medicine were widely recognized. He received the Padma Sri award in 1983, the Padma Bhushan in 1999, and the Bidhan Chandra Roy Award in 1991.
ACKO Partners with R. Madhavan as its 'Voice of the Customer'
ACKO, the insurtech company making insurance convenient, transparent, and accessible for Indians, partnered with renowned actor R. Madhavan as its 'Voice of the Customer'. This collaboration aims to dispel common misconceptions about insurance and empower consumers to make informed decisions. This strategic partnership between ACKO and R. Madhavan marks a significant step forward in bridging the trust gap in the Indian insurance industry. By leveraging Madhavan's influence and ACKO's expertise, the collaboration aims to empower consumers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed insurance decisions.
In his role as 'Voice of the Customer', Madhavan will work with the ACKO team to create informative and relatable content that simplifies complex insurance terms and conditions. His unique ability to connect with audiences will help bridge the gap between the company and consumers, ultimately fostering trust and understanding.
Nov 21, 2023
Rosalynn Carter, US First Lady Known as 'Steel Magnolia', Dies
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to Jimmy Carter during his one term as U.S. President and their four decades thereafter as global humanitarians, died at the age of 96.
She was nicknamed the 'Steel Magnolia' by the press, a reference she did not mind, saying that 'steel is tough and magnolia is southern', Rosalynn was naturally shy and her knees would knock together when she had to give a speech in the early days of her husband's political career in the 1960s.
Dhoom Director Sanjay Gadhvi Passed Away
The film industry lost a creative force with the sudden demise of renowned filmmaker Sanjay Gadhvi. Best known for directing the blockbuster films 'Dhoom' (2004) and its sequel 'Dhoom 2' (2006), Gadhvi's contribution to Indian cinema has left an indelible mark.
Gadhvi's directorial journey began in 2000 with 'Tere Liye', but it was his third venture, 'Dhoom', that catapulted him to fame. The film's success led to the highly acclaimed 2006 sequel, 'Dhoom 2', featuring a star-studded cast including Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, Hrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Bipasha Basu.
Nov 20, 2023
Former RBI Governor S. Venkitaramanan Passes Away
S. Venkitaramanan, the 18th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, passed away in Chennai at the age of 92. He held the position from December 1990 to December 1992. Before his tenure as RBI Governor, Venkitaramanan served as the finance secretary in the Ministry of Finance from 1985 to 1989 and was also advisor to the government of Karnataka.
Nicaragua's Sheynnis Palcios Crowned Miss Universe 2023
Nicaragua's Sheynnis Palacios was crowned Miss Universe 2023 at the 72nd edition of the pageant, held this year in El Salvador.
Palacios received the crown and sash from her predecessor, R'Bonney Gabriel from the United States.
This is the first time a contestant from Nicaragua has won the contest, with Thailand's Anntonia Porsild and Australia's Moraya Wilson rounding out the top three.
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