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United News of India
a day ago
- Business
- United News of India
Tributes paid to former PM P V Narasimha Rao
Hyderabad, June 28 (UNI) Telangana Employment and Labour Minister G. Vivek Venkata Swamy on Saturday hailed former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna recipient PV Narasimha Rao as a visionary leader who guided India through challenging times and laid the groundwork for the nation's economic transformation. The birth anniversary of the late Prime Minister was commemorated at PV Ghat on Necklace Road, where PVNR's family members, Minister Vivek, Forest and Endowments Minister Konda Surekha, and others paid floral tributes. Speaking at the event, Minister Vivek lauded Rao for initiating historic economic reforms that positioned India as a rising global economy. He recalled how PVNR allocated Rs 400 crore to rescue Singareni Collieries and sanctioned Rs 5,000 crore for poverty alleviation, reflecting his commitment to the welfare of the poor. Minister Konda Surekha praised PVNR's role in bringing global recognition to India and commended his administrative acumen and focus on rural development, both as Chief Minister of united Andhra Pradesh and as Prime Minister. She noted that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is now leading the state in line with PVNR's inclusive governance ideals. Meanwhile, in separate messages, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and TPCC president & MLC Mahesh Kumar Goud also paid rich tributes to PVNR. Revanth Reddy remembered him as a multilingual scholar, visionary statesman, and the architect of India's liberalisation. He credited PV's reforms as the foundation of India's journey towards becoming a USD 5 trillion economy. The CM also highlighted his contributions to education, including the establishment of Navodaya Vidyalayas and the Sarvel Residential School, laying the path for the Gurukul system. Reaffirming his government's commitment to quality education, the CM said Telangana is establishing Young India Integrated Residential Schools in every constituency and upgrading existing Gurukul institutions. TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar Goud described PVNR as a true scholar, polyglot, and statesman, whose legacy remains a guiding light for future generations. UNI VV PRS
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Babita Phogat's husband? A look at the life of wrestler-turned-politician's partner Vivek Suhag
Vivek Suhag first made headlines as a national wrestling champion from Delhi's Najafgarh, but his life took a turn when he met Commonwealth Games gold medallist Babita Phogat at a 2014 tournament. Six years later, their friendship turned into a lifelong commitment, and in 2019 they got married in Balali, Haryana. Today, Vivek takes up the responsibilities of fatherhood. He continues to remain a dedicated supporter beside Babita after she transitioned from sports to politics. From wrestling roots to Babita Phogat's extra phera Growing up in Delhi's suburbs, Vivek found wrestling to be his forte. He is known to have won the Bharat Kesari title in 2018. As per TFIPost, he drove home a prize motorcycle from the win. Rather than chase fleeting fame, he began work for the Indian Railways. As per the publication, Vivek and Babita had first crossed paths before these events, at a 2014 tournament in Delhi. Years later, in June 2019, the couple announced their engagement. The two then got married on December 1, 2019, at Balali, Haryana. During the wedding, Babita took an 8th phera to advocate for girls' education under 'Beti Padhao, Beti Bachao.' Several close friends and family were present, such as Geeta Phogat and Bajrang Punia. As per The Indian Express, even Aamir Khan (via tweet) sent his blessings. Vivek Suhag: Reality TV star and new dad In the months just before and after their engagement, the former wrestling duo also tested their dance moves on Nach Baliye 9. They charmed audiences even as judges noted their average footwork, having gotten elimination-saving 'Hi5's during the course of the season as well. However, they were eventually eliminated. Then in January 2021, they had a son, Yuvraaj Suhag, who she introduced to world via tweet. 'Meet our little SONshine,' Babita shared. Today, when Vivek isn't visiting training halls or cheering at Babita's political rallies, he's at home guiding their young boy.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
‘They Have Choice': Usha Vance On Raising Interfaith Kids In Catholic-Hindu Home
Last Updated: Usha Vance, a practicing Hindu, revealed how the couple navigates their differing religious backgrounds to create a spiritually inclusive home. US Second Lady Usha Vance opened up about the complexities and conversations behind raising her three children- Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel- in an interfaith household. Married to US Vice President JD Vance, a Catholic convert, Usha Vance, a practicing Hindu, revealed how the couple navigates their differing religious backgrounds to create a spiritually inclusive home. 'They can choose," Usha Vance said, referring to whether the children will be baptized Catholic, in a candid conversation on Meghan McCain's podcast Citizen McCain. She continued, 'We send our kids to Catholic school, and we have given them each the choice, right? They can choose whether they want to be baptised Catholic and then go through the whole step-by-step process with their classes in school." Raised Hindu, Usha Vance described her own family's spiritual life as rich and ongoing, explaining, 'My grandmother prays every day, she goes to temple regularly, she'll do her own pujas. My children have plenty of access to the Hindu tradition from books that we give them, to things that we show them, to the recent trip to India, and some of the religious elements of that visit." Still, she admitted, not all Hindu festivals are celebrated at home. 'We're actually hoping to have a Holi party and we're looking forward to that next year," she added. The couple's religious dynamic has evolved over the years, she said, sharing, 'At the time when I met JD, he wasn't Catholic. He converted later after we had our first child, maybe it was after Vivek was born too." 'We had to have a lot of real conversations about how do you do that, when I'm not Catholic, and I'm not intending to convert or anything like that," she said. 'Kids are smart," Usha Vance said, adding, 'They know I'm not Catholic, and they know there are many ways to experience the divine." First Published: June 26, 2025, 22:38 IST
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Inside Vivek Oberoi's luxurious Dubai house: Lake view, swimming pool, organic garden, it's worth Rs...
They say home is where the heart is, and this saying goes true for a celebrated Bollywood actor who, despite having a luxurious house in Dubai, his heart still belongs to the dream city-Mumbai. The actor that we are talking about is none other than the Saathiya Fame Vivek Oberoi. He recently opened up in an interview and spoke about his Dubai 'home away from home', which his wife has created. Vivek now lives in his luxurious and grand home in Dubai; however, he still feels that his heart belongs in Mumbai, and that's where he considers his real home. He also shared that every time he travels to Mumbai, his emotional bond with the city makes him never want to return to Dubai. However, he also appreciated his Dubai life, and for the love of his Indian roots in Mumbai, he shares that he has managed to balance the best of both worlds in his new Dubai house. To give an Indianized touch to his Dubai house, Vivek and his wife Priyanka have surrounded their house with lush greenery, added a touch of desi artwork, and even have their own organic garden that grows curry leaves and vegetables inside it. Exuding panache and his memories of childhood, Vivek reveals that his house was entirely designed and selected by his wife, Priyanka. 'I didn't even select the location of this house. All of this – the house, the interior, and the design – all credit goes to Priyanka; she is the boss. Both of us love paintings, but I was the one who chose all the art for the house, all 'desi' painters. The rest of it is all Priyanka. She is in love with the whole 'vintage' and 'homey' style of décor. We are also surrounded by a lot of greenery, and my wife is a 'constant' gardener.' Vivek's house has a lot of vintage decor and desi artwork. Located in the scenic and upscale Meadows neighbourhoods, his Dubai house ranges somewhere between ₹11 crore to ₹50 crore. Entailing many luxurious amenities, the house offers a scenic view of a lake, has a patio, and a swimming pool. Besides being architecturally, his home away from home is also a reflection of his early memories in Mumbai, and it pays a homage to his desi roots. Today, Vivek Oberoi leads a luxurious life with a whopping net worth of approximately Rs. 1200 crores.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Language barriers vanish in Vivek Vijayakumaran's dialogue-free play
Bengaluru-based theatre artiste Vivek Vijayakumaran's play, It is You, resonates across languages, borders, and beliefs, without a single word being spoken. The play emerged from the desire to respond to the growing religious division and marginalisation, inviting the audience to an emotional space. Excerpts from a conversation: 'MOVEMENT CAN PORTRAY WHAT WORDS CAN'T' For Vivek and his collaborator Tyson, silence is a powerful universal medium that connects everyone. 'We knew we were tackling a complex theme. However, we also wanted this piece to transcend contexts — to smaller towns, villages, metros, and even beyond India. Movement can embody complexities that sometimes even language cannot hold. The idea is to reach people on a deeply human level, no matter what language they speak, which religion they practice, or where they come from,' shares Vivek. 'WRITING GOES BEYOND WORDS, I WRITE MOVEMENTS' 'I write actions, sequences, movements, and describe in detail what happens, where, and why. It's all about mapping a performer's journey on stage. Every movement and gesture has an intention behind it. I write when the sound should come in, and what instrument will be played. The script is more like a blueprint, a guide that holds the soul of the performance. It shows the path, but what happens on the floor is what truly brings it alive,' explains Vivek. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Working without a director was a challenge for Tyson and me. There was no one else to point out mistakes. But, we because our biggest critics; we spent so long on the floor that the play is now in our bones Vivek Vijayakumaran 'THE PLAY IS A CALL FOR COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY' 'The play engages with questions of power and control, but it ultimately turns the mirror towards the audience. The title of the play itself is a direct provocation. Maybe it is you who is the problem. Maybe it is you who is the solution. It is a call to recognise our role in the systems we critique. It is a demand for introspection, accountability, and empathy,' says Vivek.
