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India.com
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who made superhit debut, became overnight superstar, one night changed her fate, now works as..., she is...
Many actors and actresses pursue a career in the film industry, seeking fame, success, and recognition. While some spend years striving for it, others experience instant fame right after their first movie. Today, we will talk about an actress who made her debut in 1988 and skyrocketed to stardom with just one film. However, her fortune took a drastic turn following an accident that derailed her career. Currently, she supports herself by teaching yoga in slums. Bollywood Actress… Here we are talking about actress Anu Aggarwal, who became famous after her role in the blockbuster 1990 movie, Aashiqui. She quickly became a popular actress, appearing in films like King Uncle, Ghazab Tamasha, and Ram Shastra. However, while her career was successful, her personal life was facing serious challenges. She was born on January 11, 1969, in Delhi and grew up in New Delhi. She started acting when she was in school. In seventh grade, she won a tough competition to perform a monologue. The next year in eighth grade, she formed a theater group. By ninth grade, she was both acting in and directing a play. In tenth grade, she began writing a script but had to stop because of her board exams. She earned a gold medal in sociology at Delhi University. After that, she did some modeling and worked as a VJ, and also appeared in the Doordarshan show Isi Bahane. The Unfortunate Fate Of Anu Aggarwal In 1997, she started studying yoga at the Bihar School of Yoga and dedicated herself to it. In 1999, while packing to return to Mumbai, she was involved in a serious car accident that changed everything. She fell into a coma for 29 days, waking up without any memory of her past life. After recovering, she became a monk in 2001. Now, Anu lives in Mumbai, is single, practices yoga, and works as a motivational speaker. She also founded the Anu Aggarwal Foundation for Mental Health and teaches yoga in the slums of Mumbai.
India.com
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who started working at 12, became a mother at 20, married twice, was abused by..., her name is...
There are many actors and actresses in the industry who started their journey from TV and gradually moved to the big screen. There are also some actors who started young — as early as the age of 6, 8, or even 12 — and have now grown into adults and established themselves as prominent actors. Today, we are talking about one such actress who started at the age of 12 and became a star. However, her life had other plans for her. This actress became a mother at the age of 20, and despite having a child, she worked hard — so much so that today, we know her for her iconic characters. If you are wondering who we are talking about, then this actress is none other than Shweta Tiwari. Shweta Tiwari Made Her Debut At… Shweta Tiwari started her journey in the TV world when she was 15 or 16 years old and initially played minor roles. She made her debut as an adult in the entertainment industry with the Doordarshan serial Kaleerein in 1999. She was the lead in the show, marking the beginning of her successful career in television. With Kasautii Zindagii Kay, she became a household name and received the love and longevity that most actors dream of. Shweta Tiwari Got Married At… Did you know that Shweta got married at the age of 18? Yes, you read that right! She married Raja Chaudhary in 1998. Later, when she turned 20, she became a mother. While Shweta's professional life was full of limelight, her personal life was filled with ups and downs. Because of her wedding at an early age, she gained a lot of attention. Shweta's first marriage did not last, and she parted ways. Later, she married Abhinav Kohli, with whom she had a son. However, that relationship also didn't work out, and the two separated. The actress alleged that her ex-husband abused and assaulted her.
India.com
11 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
India's Telecom Subscriber Base Crosses 1.2 Billion Mark: TRAI
New Delhi: India's telecom sector continues to show growth, with the total number of telephone subscribers crossing the 1.2 billion mark, according to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday. The total subscriber base increased from 1,189.92 million in December 2024 to 1,200.80 million in March 2025. Tele-density also rose during the quarter -- reflecting better connectivity across urban and rural areas. Urban subscribers grew to 666.11 million, while rural subscribers touched 534.69 million. This growth led to an increase in rural tele-density, indicating deeper digital reach in remote regions. The share of rural subscriptions also rose from 44.31 per cent at the end of December 2024 to 44.53 per cent at the end of March 2025. Wireless subscriptions witnessed significant growth, with more than 13 million new connections added during the quarter ending March 31. The combined mobile and 5G FWA user base reached 1,163.76 million, while traditional mobile connections alone rose to 1,156.99 million. This suggests growing interest in mobile services across consumer segments. India's broadband internet landscape remains robust, with over 944 million subscribers. This reflects India's continued dominance as one of the world's largest internet user bases, even as new technologies shape the way people connect. The sector also saw an improvement in financial performance. Gross Revenue (GR) for the quarter stood at Rs 98,250 crore, with Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) touching Rs 79,226 crore. License fee collections also grew, underlining the strong demand for telecom services. Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) for wireless services rose to Rs 182.95, with prepaid users contributing Rs 182.53 and postpaid users averaging Rs 187.48 per month. User engagement remained high, as average minutes of usage per month increased to 1,026 -- showing higher interaction with telecom services for voice, data, and content. The broadcasting sector remained stable, with 333 satellite pay TV channels reported out of 908 permitted channels, including 101 HD channels. The Pay DTH segment recorded an active user base of 56.92 million, offering a wide range of content alongside Doordarshan's free services.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Indian pay DTH sees 1.3 mn subs drop in Jan-March'25: TRAI
India's pay Direct-to-Home (DTH) sector shed approximately 1.3 million active subscribers in the first quarter of 2025. The total active subscriber base dropped to 56.92 million at the end of March 31, 2025, a decrease from 58.22 million recorded at the end of December 2024, according to the Indian Telecom Services Performance Indicator Report for Jan-March 2025 by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India ( TRAI ). The reported figures are in addition to the subscribers of DD Free Dish, the free DTH service offered by Doordarshan. The shrinking subscriber base for pay DTH services highlights an ongoing trend, as earlier reports from TRAI indicate a consistent decline over recent quarters: March 31, 2024 at 61.97 million, June 30, 2024 at 62.17 million, September 30, 2024 at 59.91 million, December 31, 2024 at 58.22 million, and March 31, 2025 at 56.92 million. Regarding market share, Tata Play remained the dominant player, though its share slightly decreased from 31.49 percent in the quarter ending December 2024 to 31.42 percent by March 2025. Bharti Telemedia maintained its position as the second largest operator, holding a consistent 30.20 percent share in both quarters. Sun Direct TV and Dish TV also saw no change in their reported market shares between December 2024 and March 2025, remaining at 19.32 percent and 19.06 percent respectively. The report also indicated that there are 844 MSOs and 1 HITS operator registered with MIB as on September 30, 2024. As per the data reported by MSOs and HITS operator, as on December 31, 2024, there are 11 MSOs & 1 HITS operator who have subscriber base greater than one million. GTPL Hathway, Hathway Digital and Siti Networks were the top three operators for the quarter.
Hans India
a day ago
- Business
- Hans India
India's telecom subscriber base crosses 1.2 billion mark: TRAI
New Delhi: India's telecom sector continues to show growth, with the total number of telephone subscribers crossing the 1.2 billion mark, according to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday. The total subscriber base increased from 1,189.92 million in December 2024 to 1,200.80 million in March 2025. Tele-density also rose during the quarter -- reflecting better connectivity across urban and rural areas. Urban subscribers grew to 666.11 million, while rural subscribers touched 534.69 million. This growth led to an increase in rural tele-density, indicating deeper digital reach in remote regions. The share of rural subscriptions also rose from 44.31 per cent at the end of December 2024 to 44.53 per cent at the end of March 2025. Wireless subscriptions witnessed significant growth, with more than 13 million new connections added during the quarter ending March 31. The combined mobile and 5G FWA user base reached 1,163.76 million, while traditional mobile connections alone rose to 1,156.99 million. This suggests growing interest in mobile services across consumer segments. India's broadband internet landscape remains robust, with over 944 million subscribers. This reflects India's continued dominance as one of the world's largest internet user bases, even as new technologies shape the way people connect. The sector also saw an improvement in financial performance. Gross Revenue (GR) for the quarter stood at Rs 98,250 crore, with Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) touching Rs 79,226 crore. License fee collections also grew, underlining the strong demand for telecom services. Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) for wireless services rose to Rs 182.95, with prepaid users contributing Rs 182.53 and postpaid users averaging Rs 187.48 per month. User engagement remained high, as average minutes of usage per month increased to 1,026 -- showing higher interaction with telecom services for voice, data, and content. The broadcasting sector remained stable, with 333 satellite pay TV channels reported out of 908 permitted channels, including 101 HD channels. The Pay DTH segment recorded an active user base of 56.92 million, offering a wide range of content alongside Doordarshan's free services.
