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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Wild card: Ajit Pawar's dilemma over Kokate
Deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar is under pressure to take action against agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate as a video of him playing an online card game has put the Mahayuti in an embarrassing situation. The image of Kokate playing online rummy while sitting in the legislature while farmers are in distress is a good catchline for the Opposition to target the ruling alliance. The incident compelled Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to ask both his deputies to take some action against ministers who are kicking up controversies, that too close to the local body polls. Wild card: Ajit Pawar's dilemma over Kokate Going by insiders in both the parties, sacking Kokate of the NCP or social justice minister Sanjay Shirsat of the Shiv Sena is not an easy option for Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde. In NCP, most leaders are not in favour of dropping Kokate from the cabinet. They are pointing out that Shinde did not take action against his ministers over the allegations. Besides, NCP has already dropped one minister (Dhananjay Munde) and sacking two ministers within six months of government formation would not look good for the party, they feel. Pawar however has another dilemma. His party's base is largely rural and he doesn't want a negative image among farmers. Besides, the viral video of the assault on leader of Maratha outfit Chhava, also irked him. Though the party's former youth wing chief Suraj Chavan, who was responsible for the assault, was sacked, Chhava has been demanding Kokate's ouster as well. Ajit always had good relations with leaders of most Maratha outfits and is liked by their followers. Considering these aspects, he will have to show that some action was taken. Will Kokate be sacked or stripped of the agriculture portfolio? Ajit Pawar is expected to decide in the next two days. *Shinde's support for Kadam While Ajit Pawar deliberates on what action is to be taken against Kokate, deputy chief minister Shinde gave an indication that he was unlikely to take any action against party leader and minister of state for home Yogesh Kadam. Speaking at a programme at Khed in Ratnagiri, he publicly assured Kadam that he doesn't have any reason to worry. Kadam is under the radar of the Opposition after Shiv Sena (UBT) legislator Anil Parab alleged that a bar in Kandivali whose license was in the name of his mother was being illegally run as a dance bar. Parab had questioned the propriety of a minister's family running a dance bar while he as a minister in home department was supposed to put restrictions on such bars. Yogesh's father and one of the most vocal Sena leader, Ramdas Kadam seemed happy with Shinde's assurance. Speaking at the function, he alleged that there was a conspiracy against Shinde's ministers. He however did not divulge who was hatching the conspiracy: Friends or foes? Significantly, Shinde has not yet said anything about social justice minister Sanjay Shirsat who is involved in a series of controversies, including a controversial bid by his son to buy a hotel in Sambhajinagar in a government auction. Like Ramdas Kadam, Shirsat too is a vocal supporter of Shinde and a critic of Uddhav Thackeray. *Seeking divine intervention Meanwhile, agriculture minister Kokate sought the blessings of Lord Shani at a popular temple in Nandurbar district in north Maharashtra on Saturday. During his tour of the district, Kokate paid a visit to the Shanimandal temple. 'I prayed that the calamities on all of us should go away,' he said after the visit. He is likely to know by Tuesday if God has indeed listened to his prayers. Raj's post on 'Sena chief' MNS chief Raj Thackeray's social media post after he visited Matoshree to wish cousin Uddhav Thackeray on his birthday has become a huge talking point. In his post, Raj mentioned Uddhav as 'Shiv Sena party chief'. After Eknath Shinde took over the Sena and got recognised by the Election Commission of India, Raj had publicly criticised him for 'hijacking the party'. He had also pointed out that he chose to float his own party but never thought about taking over the party formed by Balasaheb Thackeray. Raj's post is being seen by Sena(UBT) workers as his recognition that Uddhav is heading the 'real Shiv Sena'. Hence, his visit to Matoshree and this post put a smile on the faces of many Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Chhava Actor Viineet Kumar Siingh, Wife Ruchira Welcome First Child
New Delhi: Actor Viineet Kumar Siingh, known for projects such as "Chhava", "Bard of Blood" and "Rangbaaz", announced the birth of his first child with wife Ruchira Ghormare on Sunday. The actor shared the news with a post on his Instagram handle, which had a blue poster with "It's a boy! Our little star is here" written over it. The caption of the post read, "God's kindness overflows! Move over world, The littlest Singh has arrived and he's already stealing hearts and milk bottles. Thank you God for this precious little bundle of Joy." Siingh, and Ghormare tied the knot in November 2021. They announced pregnancy in May with a social media post. It read, "New Life & Blessings! From the universe, with love... Baby arriving soon!! Namaste, little one." Siingh's latest work is "Rangeen", which began streaming on Prime Video on Friday. The series revolves around a straight-laced husband, who dives into the world of paid intimacy as a twisted act of revenge. After discovering his wife's betrayal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viineet Kumar Siingh (@vineet_ksofficial) Also starring Sana Khanna, it has been created by Amardeep Galsin and Amir Rizvi.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Viineet Kumar Siingh, wife Ruchira welcome their first child
Agency: PTI Last Updated: New Delhi, Jul 27 (PTI) Actor Viineet Kumar Siingh, known for projects such as 'Chhava", 'Bard of Blood" and 'Rangbaaz", announced the birth of his first child with wife Ruchira Ghormare on Sunday. The actor shared the news with a post on his Instagram handle, which had a blue poster with 'It's a boy! Our little star is here" written over it. The caption of the post read, 'God's kindness overflows! Move over world, The littlest Singh has arrived and he's already stealing hearts and milk bottles. Thank you God for this precious little bundle of Joy." Siingh, and Ghormare tied the knot in November 2021. They announced pregnancy in May with a social media post. It read, 'New Life & Blessings! From the universe, with love… Baby arriving soon!! Namaste, little one." Siingh's latest work is 'Rangeen", which began streaming on Prime Video on Friday. The series revolves around a straight-laced husband, who dives into the world of paid intimacy as a twisted act of revenge. After discovering his wife's betrayal. Also starring Sana Khanna, it has been created by Amardeep Galsin and Amir Rizvi. PTI SMR ATR SMR ATR ATR Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Actor Vineet Kumar, wife Ruchiraa welcome baby boy: He's already stealing hearts
Actor Vineet Kumar Singh and wife Ruchiraa Gormaray welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on July 24. The couple announced the news today, July 27, along with a special 'Chhava' actor captioned the heartfelt post, 'God's kindness overflows! Move over world, The littlest Singh has arrived, and he's already stealing hearts and milk bottles. Thank you, God, for this precious little bundle of Joy! Ruchira & Viineet (sic).'advertisementTake a look at the post here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viineet Kumar Siingh (@vineet_ksofficial) Vikrant Massey congratulated the couple and wrote, 'Bahut bahut badhai bhai sahib (Heartiest congratulations brother)' while Ahana Kumra wrote, 'Such good News you two!!! Can't wait to meet the little one!!(sic).'Vineet and Ruchiraa had announced the pregnancy in May. 'New Life & Blessings! From the universe, with love... Baby arriving soon!! Namaste, little one!!! We are ready to welcome you (sic),' their post read. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viineet Kumar Siingh (@vineet_ksofficial)Vineet Kumar Singh, known for his impactful roles in 'Mukkabaaz' and 'Gangs of Wasseypur', was last seen in 'Chhaava' as the historical figure Chandogamatya Kavi Kalash. Despite suffering a back injury during an intense battle sequence, the actor persevered through the shoot with the help of physiotherapy, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his to the couple!- EndsMust Watch
News18
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Saiyaara: Screaming To Fainting, An Emotional Tsunami Is Taking Over Theatres
Last Updated: Without big stars or loud promotions, 'Saiyaara' has taken over cinemas, crossing Rs 100 crore and igniting emotional chaos among Gen Z fans After a long time, a film has arrived that has truly taken the public by storm — and surprisingly, it features no A-list superstars, no glitzy promotions, and no extravagant budget. Yet, from the moment Saiyaara hit cinemas this past Friday, it began breaking records. Within just three days of release, the romantic-musical drama crossed Rs 100 crore globally, making it a true sleeper hit of 2025. Gen Z Is Leading The Charge Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara stars newcomers Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. It's resonated especially with Gen Z audiences, who are not just watching — they're crying, screaming, and documenting their emotional reactions across social media. View this post on Instagram A post shared by D Anwr Khan (@d_anwar_khan) Videos from cinema halls show emotional outbursts, heartfelt cheers, and even a fan watching the film while receiving IV fluids — a testament to the film's impact. '#Saiyaara made me cry, made me feel, made me believe in love and pain again". – reads one viral tweet. An Emotional Tsunami In Theatres Social media is flooded with footage of overwhelmed viewers — from young fans sobbing during the climax to others publicly mourning heartbreaks and failed relationships. A fan even had to be calmed with a drip while watching the film. Another girl was seen weeping uncontrollably during the end credits. The response has been unprecedented, bringing back the emotional theatre-going experience that many thought had faded. Box Office And Beyond With no major names backing it, Saiyaara has emerged as the year's biggest cultural moment so far. While Vicky Kaushal's Chhava topped earlier charts and Salman Khan's Sikander made headlines, Saiyaara has done what no other 2025 release has managed — it's struck a chord. And more importantly, it's started a movement. New Stars Are Born This film marks the debut of Ahaan Pandey — cousin of Ananya Panday and son of Chikki Pandey — and Aneet Padda, a Delhi University alumna. Both newcomers are being widely praised for their authentic performances and screen presence. Their raw chemistry, paired with Mohit Suri's emotive direction and a hit soundtrack, has delivered a cinematic moment that fans won't soon forget. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
