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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Kuberaa' actor Rashmika Mandanna on her parents' initial hesitation about showbiz: "My dad wanted me in business, not films"
Actress Rashmika Mandanna recently opened up about her South Indian upbringing, her family's initial resistance to her film career, and the emotional journey that followed. "Dad wanted me to join his business" Rashmika shared with We The Women that she was never raised with acting as a career option in mind. Having completed her Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Psychology, and English Literature, she was equally drawn to the world of media. 'It would have been lovely either way,' she said when it was highlighted that she could have been a journalist. However, her father had other plans—he wanted her to join and support his business. Coming from a conservative South Indian family, the idea of entering the film industry was seen with suspicion and concern. 'They Were Just Being Protective' Speaking about her parents' mindset, Rashmika said, 'I think in South Indian families, at least back in the day, entering the film industry was considered wrong. They didn't understand how it worked.' As the only child for 16 years before her younger sister was born, Rashmika was especially precious to her parents. 'They were super possessive and protective,' she recalled with affection. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Despite their worries, she eventually pursued acting, trusting her instincts. 'No One from My Community Had Entered Films' Rashmika's first paycheck brought mixed emotions back home. 'The conversations were not easy. No one in our co-community had ever been in films. I was the first, and some people were judgmental,' she admitted. Still, she credits her journey to destiny and her ever-supportive audience. 'Thanks to them, I'm here today,' she said, filled with gratitude. On the professional front, Rashmika was last seen in 'Kuberaa', opposite Dhanush, and Nagarjuna. Sidharth Malhotra, Rashmika Mandana attend Mission Majnu trailer launch
Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Lady Louise reunites with university friend Felix and mum Duchess Sophie at Sandringham trials
Lady Louise Windsor was seen at Sandringham on Friday, taking part in the annual Horse Driving Trials - an event founded by her grandfather, Prince Philip. According to Hello Magazine, the royal was joined by her mother, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, and close university friend Felix da Silva-Clamp. Louise looked focused and confident as she guided her carriage. It's a sport she's been passionate about since her teenage years. The connection goes beyond just competition. Carriage driving is something she shared with her grandfather. Prince Philip introduced the sport to Sandringham in 1982. It became a tradition. And Louise has helped keep it alive. On Friday, that bond was clearly visible. Competing on the same grounds where her grandfather once did, Louise seemed both calm and assured. Felix, who met Louise at the University of St Andrews, was seen watching from the sidelines. Dressed in a smart yet relaxed outfit, he appeared fully engaged in the moment. He and Louise have been spotted together before, often at informal settings. He later chatted warmly with Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh. The two were seen smiling and speaking between events. Sophie greeted other guests as well, clearly enjoying the sunny outing. The Duchess has spoken before about her daughter's love for carriage driving. She's supported Louise's decision to continue in the sport Prince Philip cared about so deeply. Louise wore a beige overcoat and gloves. She completed her look with a black helmet, practical for the event but also adding a smart finish. Her appearance came weeks after she skipped Trooping the Colour in London. Her parents were present, but Louise and her younger brother James stayed away. Her absence was said to be linked to her academic calendar. Now in her third year studying English Literature, Lady Louise is focused on her university life. She's involved with the University Officers' Training Corps and is said to be active in other campus circles. St Andrews has long been a favourite among young royals. Prince William and Princess Kate both studied there. For Louise, the event at Sandringham was more than just sport. It was about family, memory, and carrying forward a legacy she clearly values. As she drove across the field, with her mother and friend close by, it was a picture of quiet tradition continuing in its own way. Lady Louise holds the title of 'Lady' because her parents chose not to use the HRH style granted to her at birth. Princess Beatrice's father is the King's brother, and her royal title was used formally from birth, unlike Lady Louise whose parents opted for a more private upbringing. Lady Louise was born with esotropia, a condition that affects eye alignment, which was later corrected through surgery.
Int'l Business Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Int'l Business Times
Kathleen Plate and Her Journey to Purposeful Success with Smart Glass Jewelry
Success is subjective. Much of the world still idolizes the rags-to-riches narrative, the kind that goes from zero to millions in the blink of an eye. Real life is more nuanced. Most entrepreneurs live in the middle between "just getting started" and "overnight empire." That's where the real work happens and where sustainable success is built in consistent steps forward. Artist and entrepreneur Kathleen Plate, founder of Smart Glass Jewelry, believes aspiring entrepreneurs don't have to chase a hyper-growth fantasy to create something meaningful. That's the path she has taken, and it's one she encourages others to explore, too. Interestingly, establishing a business wasn't Plate's initial plan. She was a graduate student pursuing a PhD in English Literature when she first stumbled into jewelry-making. The academic work she was immersed in was intensely intellectual, and she found herself craving something that allowed her hands to move while her brain unwound. That need for creative balance led her back to her roots. Growing up in a small town in Washington State, Plate was surrounded by craft. Her mother had been a resourceful, skilled maker of all things, from soap and candles to stained glass. She had grown up soldering glass and stitching things by hand. Such creativity would later manifest again at a pivotal moment, stirring her in a new direction. One evening, pressed for time and strapped for cash, Plate needed a birthday gift for a friend. "I noticed an empty wine bottle. It was deep green and elegant, and I thought it might make beautiful earrings," she says. Plate cut the bottle and turned it into jewelry, a hit at the party. People were genuinely excited by the idea, and requests quickly followed. Encouraged by friends, Plate sold her creations at local art festivals. Her first event was a well-known regional show just outside Atlanta, and she sold out on the first day. That experience lit a fire. From there, she kept saying yes to more festivals, wholesale shows, and when buyers asked if she had warehouse inventory, she just said yes. In truth, she was still soldering earrings on her kitchen counter. Smart Glass Jewelry Plate laughed through the learning curve, hustled her way through orders, and let momentum guide her. As an emerging entrepreneur, she didn't have a formal business plan. In fact, when people told her she needed one, she wasn't even sure what that meant. "I made my own version: to be the best possible steward of whatever came my way," she says. That became Plate's guiding principle in fulfilling her mission of creating with care and responding to opportunities. And it worked. Soon she found herself selling her jewelry in stores nationwide. That mission was tested. The economic crash of 2008 hit small businesses hard, and the COVID-19 pandemic years later brought new waves of disruption. Plate adapted in both instances. She stayed nimble, recalibrated, and never abandoned the essence of what she'd built. When the world went digital, so did Plate. She reimagined her customer experience and business model without compromising the handmade nature of her work. Even as retail shifted online and many artisans faded out, she doubled down on her craft, learned new digital tools, and remained true to her studio-based production model. Today, Smart Glass Jewelry is known as an eco-conscious brand that transforms post-consumer glass bottles into striking, sustainable accessories. Every piece begins with what most would consider waste, like beer, wine, and soda bottles, and is turned into something of beauty and value. Plate was inspired by ceramics and stonecraft. After years of refinement and experimentation (and a few explosions in the kiln), she created a unique technique for reshaping and finishing recycled glass. That innovation forms the core of her product line. It enables her to offer high-quality, environmentally responsible pieces with a distinct, handcrafted touch. Smart Glass Jewelry Smart Glass Jewelry caught the attention of national and even global players. One early break came through a cold call from someone who spotted her work on a stranger and wanted to place a large custom order. That led to a long-standing partnership with a major company, which granted her licensing rights to create jewelry from their iconic glass bottles. Not only did this elevate her visibility, it also validated her model. "Small-scale, mission-driven companies like us can collaborate with major brands without losing their soul," Plate affirms. Plate's work, which now spans from jewelry to custom lighting and chandeliers , aligns with her values, especially her commitment to freedom, balance, and self-respect. From the beginning, she prioritized having time for herself: to travel, rest, and stay joyful. She never wanted to build a business so big it would own her. Plate has seen too many entrepreneurs burn out in pursuit of growth at all costs. For her, success is measured by how fully she's able to live her life. The entrepreneur's advice to entrepreneurs is refreshing. "Anything is doable," she says. "I know because I've done it. And I've seen so many others do it in different ways, on different timelines. Start by imagining your ideal day, how you want to spend your time, how you want to feel, and then build your business around that. That should be your guide, not someone else's definition of success."
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
RU releases first cut-off list
Jaipur: Constituent colleges of Rajasthan University (RU) Monday released the first merit list for admissions into different undergraduate courses this year. The university, in a statement, said the first list has been published, and after physical verification of documents from June 24 to June 26, students will be able to deposit the fees online at from the afternoon of the same day. Prof Ramavatar Sharma, convenor of the Central Admission Committee at RU, said that all students should create their ABC-ID (academic bank of credits ID) before submitting the fee. "Students can deposit the fee from June 24 to June 26, and if the fee is not deposited, the admission will be automatically considered cancelled. To view the list, students can go to and click on 'Merit list or 'Merit by College'," said the university. . In Maharani College, the cut-off for the three/four-year BA Arts (Pol. Science) was the highest at 98.6% for the general category. For other courses like BA Arts (History), the cut-off was 96%, and for the three/four-year BA Arts (English Literature), the cut-off this year for the general category is 95.6%. In University Rajasthan College, the highest cut-off this year is for the three/four-year BA program in Political Science for the general category, with 95%. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Al'ltan Home Value Just Changed (Take a Look) Homes Values Click Here Undo Last year, too, this course had the highest cut-off in Rajasthan College at 95.2%. In Commerce College, the cut-off for the three/four-year (Accountancy-Business Studies) course is 94%, followed by the three/four-year (Business Administration) at 93.2%. In Maharaja College, this year too, the highest cut-off in the general category is for (Mathematics) at 97.4%, which was 97% last year. Under National Education Policy, if a student studies for three years, they get a BA degree, and an Honours degree is given if they continue studies for the fourth year.
Indianapolis Star
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Indianapolis Star
Meet IndyStar opinion intern Sadia Khatri
IndyStar's newsroom internships are an important tradition that benefits readers, the news industry and aspiring journalists. We have nine summer interns for 2025 — students who have shown a passion for local journalism and have prior internship or student media experience. The program provides a bridge from student journalism to the professional ranks and helps the Star fill the gaps as our full-time staff take well-earned vacation time. Similarly, we're taking a break from our "Meet the Staff" feature for the summer to give you a chance to, yes, meet the interns. We also call them Pulliam fellows — in recognition of the family that used to own the newspaper and has continued to support journalism in Indianapolis — and past participants have gone on to rich careers at IndyStar and elsewhere in journalism. Up this week is opinion intern Sadia Khatri. My beat is opinion! I recently graduated from Butler University with a combined Healthcare & Business major and an English Literature minor. I love being able to share my voice! I have the opportunity and privilege to write and tell the stories of others, allowing me to also share bits and pieces of myself in the process. I am at my happiest when I am writing, and opinion journalism has provided me with an outlet to share my voice in a way that brings current events and other important matters to light. I write to advocate, and journalism is one part of a larger story about uplifting communities and voices that have historically been — and continue to be — neglected. I have always enjoyed reading the IndyStar. I applied because I felt like this internship could provide me with the chance to get new and additional journalism-related experience. I wanted to learn more through trying and writing, and this internship seemed like it would provide that — and it has! I am a bit late to the party, but I have been watching "Gilmore Girls" recently. It's so comforting and cozy! MLK's "injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere" is a quote I always keep in mind. One of the best pieces of advice I received from a mentor and friend while I was at Butler related to making mistakes. As someone who was always afraid of failure and making mistakes, this mentor taught me the value of understanding that while I might be trying my absolute best and taking the correct steps, it was still possible that there could be circumstances where the end result of my actions would not be what I desired. From this mentor, I learned how to begin to let go of my deep-rooted fear of failure, and to instead embrace the surprises that life threw my way and to remain focused on trying to overcome obstacles. I've learned to become more adaptable and flexible because of this advice, and it has helped me navigate challenges in a healthier and more proactive way. If I could go back in time and guest star on "Modern Family," I would do so in a heartbeat. A close second would have to be "Succession." I am a cat person through and through. While I do not currently have a pet cat, I do hope to one day have a cat companion.
