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News18
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
170 Hours In A Week: Mangaluru Student's Bharatnatyam World Record Is Trending
Last Updated: A college student from Mangaluru etched herself in the Golden Book of World Records for performing Bharatanatyam for 170 hours straight from July 21 to 28. A student from Mangaluru pulled off an unbelievable feat, as she danced continuously for 170 hours. Remona Everett Pereira, a student at St. Aloysius College, Mangaluru, etched her name in the Golden Book of World Records for consistently performing Indian classical Bharatanatyam for eight days. For her remarkable achievement, Remona has now gone viral on the internet, with users across the country left stunned by her record and applauding the girl. Indian Girl Performs Bharatanatyam For 8 Days Straight The college student took her passion for dancing to another level altogether by performing the Bharatanatyam for eight days, with only five-minute breaks taken at the end of every hour. Commencing with a prayer to Lord Ganesha on July 21, Remona kept performing and only concluded her dance near 12 noon on July 28 by doing the ballet and final prayer to Goddess Durga at the institution's auditorium. Exhibiting incredible strength, Remona maintained her poses and expressions. Her movements weren't interrupted by the significant fatigue her body underwent in a challenge where she was allowed only a 15-minute break after every three hours. For her exceptional dancing skills and dedication, Remona received effusive praise from her guru, Shrividya Muralidhar, who said the college girl has brought great respect to Tulu Nadu and the nation with her astonishing feat. '(It's a) 'a feat that must be written in golden letters. Dancing 170 hours without sleep, while maintaining the balance of mind and body, is divine. She has created a record that brings pride to Tulu Nadu and India itself," the teacher said, as quoted by The Deccan Chronicle. Mangaluru Girl's Bharatanatyam Record Dream Fulfilled University Vice-Chancellor Rev. Dr. Praveen Martis confirmed it had been a dream of Remona to set a world record in Bharatanatyam ever since she joined St. Aloysius College. 'Over the last one-and-a-half years, we made all the arrangements to support her. She has brought great pride to our institution," he said. India Representative of the Golden Book of World Records, Dr Manish Vishnoi, revealed that the authorities told Remona even a five-day dance routine would qualify as a global record, but the brave girl insisted she wants it to span over a week. 'We told her five days of continuous dance would qualify for a record, but she insisted on seven. Through this, she has set a new record of 10,200 minutes of continuous Bharatanatyam," he said. Tribute From Bharatnatyam Students In a wonderful tribute from fellow Bharatanatyam students, Remona was welcomed to the stage to receive her certificate with a graceful dance procession followed by a special performance that narrated her journey. Speaking to the media later on, Remona thanked the almighty, her mother and teachers for their constant support. About the Author Buzz Staff A team of writers at bring you stories on what's creating the buzz on the Internet while exploring science, cricket, tech, gender, Bollywood, and culture. 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.
Daily Mirror
23-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Dragons' Den winner used Covid loans to buy £1.3m mansion in star-studded village
Dragons Den winner, Rick Beardsell, has been sentenced after being found guilty of using Covid loans to help buy a £1.3 million home in a sought-after village in Cheshire A Dragons' Den winner has been sentenced after pocketing Covid loans to buy a £1.3 million mansion. Rick Beardsell, who had previously received a £75,000 investment from TV Dragons Tej Lalvani and Deborah Meaden in 2015 for his successful protein shake bottle business, ShakeSphere, was sentenced to 18 months in prison, suspended for two years, after prosecutors told a judge he had since paid all the money back. Under the Government's application rules, the 46-year-old father of two was only entitled to one Bounce Back loan of a maximum £50,000, but he fraudulently applied for two - then exaggerated his annual turnover by up to 23 times. Beardsell, who has also won a total of seven gold medals for GB in World Masters Athletics Championships, illegally used two Covid business loans worth £100,000 to help finance the purchase of a five-bed property in the sought-after village of Prestbury, Cheshire, which is home to a number of celebrities. The dad-of-two was supposed to use the taxpayer's cash to help his other firm, which sells sportswear, but none of the money he was given went to the company, reports the Mirror's sister title, the Manchester Evening News. Instead, he spent the Covid loan funds to help buy a £1.3 million house in Prestbury while also transferring cash to family members and making mortgage payments. At Chester Crown Court, Beardsell, who won two World Records for sprinting, holding the fastest record for a 400-metre sprint for a 36-year-old at the 2015 WMA, faced three years jail under sentencing guidelines after he admitted two charges of fraud. However, he was sentenced to 18 months in prison - suspended for two years. Beardsell had previously received a healthy investment from TV Dragons Tej Lalvani and Deborah Meaden for his protein shake bottle business, which subsequently helped him get sales of more than a million shakers worldwide across the following two years. Geoff Whealan, prosecuting for the Insolvency Service, said Beardsell made fraudulent applications for Bounce Back Loans to HSBC in December 2020 and then to NatWest in January 2021 in respect of his other firm, Sports Creative Ltd. ''The defendant stated on the HSBC form that the turnover of Sports Creative was £485,000 and on the NatWest form said it was £320,000 - but unaudited financial statements showed turnover for the year end February 2020 was £20,622.'' he said. ''The turnover was clearly exaggerated to secure the maximum bounce back loan, and subsequent transactions showed the bounce back loan funds were not being used for the economic benefit or business purposes of Sports Creative at this time.'' Mr Whelan added: ''In effect, the bounce back loan funds had been used for this purchase, and it can be inferred from the defendant's conduct that it was his intention to use the bounce back loans for this purpose at the time he made the application for it. But in relation to repayment, the defendant has repaid the bounce back loans to each bank." Beardsell's counsel Nichola Cafferkey said in mitigation: ''The loss of his good character is of some significance in respect of a man who has dedicated his life to his family, his professional entities and also his sporting endeavours."
Indian Express
14-07-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Legendary marathoner Fauja Singh dies at 114 after being hit by unidentified vehicle
Fauja Singh, the iconic marathon runner, passed away at the age of 114 after being struck by an unidentified vehicle around 3:15 pm this afternoon while he was heading to his farm for a walk. Singh began his marathon journey at the remarkable age of 89. He rose to international fame in 2011 when he participated in the Toronto Marathon, earning widespread acclaim as the world's oldest marathon runner. In 2012, he again amazed the world by completing a 20-kilometre run in the London Marathon. His final professional race came in 2013, when he ran in the Hong Kong Marathon at the age of 101. Fauja Singh took up long-distance running after suffering a personal tragedy — the loss of his wife and son in an accident when he was 89. The heartbreak left him battling depression, but he turned to running as a means of healing. His incredible journey of resilience, discipline, and perseverance went on to inspire millions across the globe. However, his name was never officially entered in the Guinness World Records due to the absence of a birth certificate. Long before the world turned to protein bars and gym memberships, Fauja Singh (114) of Jalandhar's Beas village had already found his own timeless recipe for strength, stamina, and longevity. At 114, he remained active, alert, and remarkably fit—all thanks to a life built around discipline, simplicity, and nature. His day began before sunrise with a slow, mindful walk to his farmland—something he never skipped. And in the evening, he would go again. Twice a day, every day. 'He said the open air and soil kept his body alive,' recalls his son, Harvinder Singh, his son, who took him hospital immediately after the accident and was still at the hospital to complete the formalities. But it wasn't just the walking. Central to his daily routine was a pinni—not the usual festive sweet, but a homemade daal-based laddu, packed with dry fruits, herbs, and desi ghee. 'It had moong/ Maash and urad dal, almonds, gum (gond), turmeric, ajwain, and other traditional herbs. He believed this one laddoo a day kept weakness and illness at bay,' said Harvinder. Fauja Singh drank only fresh milk and homemade curd, and his meals were always vegetarian—rotis made from home-ground flour, seasonal vegetables, and no processed food. 'He never even touched market-made snacks or sweets,' Harvinder adds. He never relied on supplements or tonics. No medicines, no tonics—just simple, nutritious food and steady physical movement. Even at 114, he didn't need support to walk or move around the house. Locals often saw him as a walking lesson in natural living. 'In an age where people talk about superfoods, he quietly lived on real food, close to the earth. He was never sick. No BP, no sugar, no joint pain,' said a neighbour who often accompanied his son to hospital. But on Monday morning, Fauja Singh's routine was suddenly disrupted when an unidentified vehicle hit him while he was on his usual pre-evening walk to the farm. He sustained a serious head injury and rushed to a local hospital in critical condition . His family has urged police to trace the vehicle responsible. As villagers hope and pray for his recovery, they continue to speak of him as an example of how a life rooted in tradition, food wisdom, and physical movement can not only extend life—but fill it with energy and dignity. 'The first time I met Fauja Singh was in 2005 when I was writing, Sikhs Unlimited. He had just been a poster boy for Adidas. I had the privelege of writing his biography, Turbaned Tornado, which was released at House of Lords, London in 2011. Fauja Singh was a true inspiration, and a man with a very earthy sense of humour and wisdom. He donated all his endorsement money to charities. He was not only Punjab's icon, he was an inspiration for millions all across the globe,' said Khushwanti Singh, who has written his Biography . Nitin Sharma is an Assistant Editor with the sports team of The Indian Express. Based out of Chandigarh, Nitin works with the print sports desk while also breaking news stories for the online sports team. A Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award recipient for the year 2017 for his story 'Harmans of Moga', Nitin has also been a two-time recipient of the UNFPA-supported Laadli Media Awards for Gender Sensitivity for the years 2022 and 2023 respectively. Nitin mainly covers Olympics sports disciplines with his main interests in shooting, boxing, wrestling, athletics and much more. The last 17 years with The Indian Express has seen him unearthing stories across India from as far as Andaman and Nicobar to the North East. Nitin also covers cricket apart from women's cricket with a keen interest. Nitin has covered events like the 2010 Commonwealth Games, the 2011 ODI World Cup, 2016 T20 World Cup and the 2017 AIBA World Youth Boxing Championships. An alumnus of School of Communication Studies, Panjab University, from where he completed his Masters in Mass Communications degree, Nitin has been an avid quizzer too. A Guru Nanak Dev University Colour holder, Nitin's interest in quizzing began in the town of Talwara Township, a small town near the Punjab-Himachal Pradesh border. When not reporting, Nitin's interests lie in discovering new treks in the mountains or spending time near the river Beas at his hometown. ... Read More
Malaysian Reserve
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
DC Charity Foundation and Po Leung Kuk Make History: Setting a World Record in the Most People in an Ink Brush Passing Relay
HONG KONG, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — DC Charity Foundation, in collaboration with the Po Leung Kuk, has successfully shattered the World Record for the 'Most People in an Ink Brush Passing Relay' at the 'Dancing Water Drops' art exhibition held at Tamar Park Hong Kong. The event brought together prominent figures, including Mr. Chris Tang, Secretary for Security, Dr. Ko Wing-man and Dr. Lam Ching-choi, members of the Executive Council, renowned contemporary artist Xu Bei Hong's daughter, celebrated pianist Ms. Xu Fang Fang, and Po Leung Kuk's Director Ms. Carmen Choi, along with teachers and students from affiliated schools. Together, they completed an impressive 600-meter-long water dragon scroll using traditional brush painting techniques, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Dong Jiang water supply to Hong Kong. Initiated by Mr. Simon Ma, founder of the DC Charity Foundation and a distinguished artist, this collaborative effort aims to promote cultural education and teamwork among youth through traditional brush and ink art. Participants included primary school students from Po Leung Kuk, who, under the guidance of artists, engaged in the ink brush painting relay to depict the dragon, symbolizing the spirit of 'weathering storms together and moving forward with determination.' World Records official adjudicator Ms. Xiong Wen was present to witness and confirm the achievement, announcing that the event involved 259 participants, surpassing the previous record and establishing the largest brush painting relay in the world. Mr. Simon Ma remarked, 'Dong Jiang water is the lifeblood of Hong Kong, nourishing this land for 60 years. Today, through art and education, we remind the younger generation of the importance of this gratitude. The students not only learned about traditional culture but also practiced values of mutual support and perseverance through collective creation.' Ms. Carmen Choi, Director of Po Leung Kuk, added, 'This event is not only a celebration of art but also a manifestation of Po Leung Kuk's mission to educate the young, nurture their morality, pass on the cultural inheritance, and bring goodness to the community.' Media EnquiresIntegrated Publicity Services LimitedPeter Wong | peter@ | (852) 2890 7330
Irish Independent
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Wexford Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann sets sights on another Guinness World Record
During the massive event, a new entry was made to the Guinness Book of World Records under the largest group of people simultaneously playing tin whistles. A total of 2,516 musicians filled the seats at Wexford Park playing The Dawning of the Day and The Boys of Wexford for five minutes until it was officially deemed a record by the book's independent adjudicator. Hungry for more, the organisers of this year's Fleadh are keen to ensure another record goes to Wexford. This year, they are hoping to break the record for world's largest céilí band. The current record was set live on The Late Late Show on RTÉ on March 15, 2024 and saw 384 musicians form one huge céilí band at Croke Park. So, on Thursday, August 7, the organisers of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann will be hoping to fill Wexford Park with at least 385 musicians performing in harmony as one, huge céilí band. "Let's come together and celebrate our shared love of trad with this unforgettable gathering,' they said. You can register your interest in taking part at
