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Hindustan Times
16 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Gunfire hits Nijjar-linked business in Canada; cousin blames Bishnoi gang
Toronto: A business owned by a cousin of murdered pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar, was fired upon in the early hours of Thursday, the latest in a series of such incidents targeting prominent Indo-Canadian businessmen in the area. Multiple shots were fired on the premises of Nijjar Trucking owned by Raghbir Singh Nijjar at around 3 am on Thursday. The outlet Red FM reported that on June 18, there was an attempt to set vehicles afire at the same business. It cited Nijjar as alleging that the Lawrence Bishnoi gang was behind the attack, as part of an extortion attempt. His residence had been similarly targeted in August 2024. Nijjar also said that criminal gangs were using international students for these violent acts. While he is related to Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was killed on June 18, 2023, in Surrey, British Columbia, a person familiar with them said they had not been close. This incident followed the murder of another businessman Satwinder Sharma on June 11 in neighbouring Abbotsford. Sharma, 56, was shot while at his business location. The case is being handled by the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team or IHIT which said, 'Early indications suggest this was a targeted incident and no one else was injured as a result of the shooting. Investigators are working diligently to determine the motive and the circumstances surrounding the homicide.' Another repeat victim is Satish Kumar, president of the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey. On June 7, Reflections Banquet Hall, which he owns, was shot at. Early on Saturday, another business, Satish Accounting Services, was similarly targeted. Kumar told the outlet Vancouver Sun, 'My life is on the line. My family's life is on the line.' In December 2023, the residence where his son and family live in was fired upon. British Columbia Premier (equivalent of an Indian Chief Minister) David Eby has called upon the Federal Government to designate such violent criminal groups as terrorist organisations. In a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday, he wrote, 'On February 15, 2025, the Government of Canada announced the listing of seven transnational criminal groups as terrorist entities under the Criminal Code. British Columbia believes that this legal instrument should be applied to groups, such as the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, engaged in extortion and violent crimes in multiple Canadian provinces. This is a complex and nationally impactful criminal issue deserving of a national criminal law response to investigate and prosecute those participating in, promoting and/or facilitating these crimes.'
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Mohanlal part of Dileep's 'Bha Bha Ba'? Noorin Shereef offers clarity; major update nears
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) As excitement builds around 'Bha Bha Ba,' an upcoming Malayalam action-comedy-thriller starring Dileep, Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Dhyan Sreenivasan, speculation continues over whether Mohanlal will appear in the film. Actress and co-writer Noorin Shereef has now addressed the buzz in a recent interview. Dileep wasn't the first choice. Talking to Red FM, Noorin revealed that Dileep wasn't originally selected for the lead role. 'Initially, we didn't think of Dileep for the lead role. But later, we felt it would be great if he came on board,' she said. She added that the team initially considered Pranav Mohanlal for the role, but it didn't work out as expected. It was only after some key developments that Dileep was brought in, and the script was adjusted to suit his presence. 'Vineeth ettan was part of the project from the beginning,' she noted, highlighting the film's evolving creative direction. Kannappa - Official Kannada Trailer Mohanlal's involvement: still a possibility Addressing the long-standing rumors about Mohanlal's cameo, Noorin didn't confirm the superstar's involvement but remained hopeful. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 34歳以上の男性が今年最高のPCゲームと絶賛！今すぐ無料でダウンロード BuzzDaily Winners ゲームをプレイ Undo 'We would love for Lalettan to be a part of the film. We've spoken to him about it too. If everything falls into place, he will be there. That's our wish, and we're hopeful,' she shared. The statement leaves room for possibility, keeping fans curious ahead of the big announcement. A family entertainer with a mass appeal According to Noorin, 'Bha Bha Ba'—short 'for Bhayam, Bhakthi, Bahumanam (Fear, Devotion, Respect)—is a comedy-mass entertainer rooted in everyday characters. 'It's a total entertainer, suitable for family viewing. This is our first script, and we took two years to write it. We hope it turns out to be our best,' she said. The film, directed by debutant Dhananjay Shankar, also features Balu Varghese, Sandy Master, Baiju Santhosh, Saranya Ponvannan, and Redin Kingsley in key roles. A major update about the film is set to arrive on July 4.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Tuning out: RJs abandon radio to become influencers as their social media popularity soars
Radio jockeys were the original influencers in the time before social media. So, it's no surprise that RJs are now making the most of their soaring popularity on social media to become content creators and regain their status as influencers. After all, content creators and influencers have lucrative careers that can bring them brand deals and entertainment opportunities. It can be so enticing that some RJs are even ditching radio, exacerbating the struggles of the audio broadcasting sector. Karishma Gangwal quit her job as an RJ at Red FM in 2023 to pursue content creation full time, making videos. She has close to 7 million people following her Instagram handle @rjkarishma and currently hosts a spot-the-imposter format game show called 'Find the Farzi' on JioHotstar. "As RJs, we do have an advantage. We're used to being creative, spontaneous and adding our own flavour to everything we do. These skills naturally help us in content creation too," Gangwal said. Also Read | India's influencers confront a harsh reality: more views don't mean more subscribers Content creation also becomes more lucrative for RJs due to its higher earning potential than their radio jobs. "It really depends on the size of your following. But generally, as a content creator with a strong audience, you can easily earn two to three times more than a radio jockey," said Princy Parikh, a RJ turned creator who quit her job at Radio Mirchi in 2023. She now has her own YouTube channel with 3.4 million followers. Her Instagram handle @princymirchilove has over 1.6 million followers. Analysts said the transition of radio content to social media to catch up with the changing preferences of consumers has fuelled the online popularity of RJs. 'Radio jockeys were the original macro influencers, long before social media. They commanded regional fame through FM radio, building deep audience engagement," said Amiya Swarup, partner, marketing advisory, at consulting firm EY. Over time, radio companies have started tapping the rising influencer status of their RJs. Today, brands benefit not just from on-air credibility, but also from the powerful social media reach of RJs, Swarup said. However, as radio stations build income from advertisements on social media, RJs, who are also promoting their personal brands on social media, are sometimes put in a spot when they have to work with brands they don't associate with. Freedom, flexibility "You have the option to say no to brands and campaigns you may not relate to," said Supriya Kapoor, a former RJ with Fever FM with over 50,000 followers on Instagram, who now calls herself a creator, voiceover artist and podcast host. "Becoming influencers gives you complete freedom with the kind of content you create as you aren't bound by a brand's presence. It also gives the flexibility to collaborate with brands you identify with, having complete ownership and say on the commercials." Experts said they have observed a growth in RJs taking over social media, gaining traction on the back of creativity and their masterful storytelling skills that give them an edge over other creators. Also Read | Fake followers and murky return on investment push brands to rejig influencer strategy "While there's no official data tracking this group specifically, from what we've seen in the ecosystem, ex- or current RJs likely make up around 2-4% of India's digital creator base. It's still a niche, but definitely a growing one, especially with the rise of podcasting and audio-first formats that play to their strengths," said Shravika Behl, head of growth at influencer marketing agency Pocket Aces. As per a Boston Consulting Group report in May, there are currently 2-2.5 million creators in India influencing over 30% of consumers and $350-400 billion in consumer spending. In their radio roles, RJs are heard only locally. Seeking national recognition becomes another reason for them to push for social media growth. Wider reach "I always aspired to be known. Earlier, people recognised me as a Red FM RJ—but only within Siliguri, which is a relatively small town. Social media changed that. It gave me a platform to build a name and gain recognition far beyond my city. It's not just local fame anymore, it is reach and impact on a much larger scale," said Priyanka Sarkar, who quit her job after a decade-long stint in May to pursue fulltime content creation. Her Instagram handle @rjpriyanka has over 1.3 million followers. Also Read | Influencers and brands turn to social media to raise cyber awareness Disclaimer: Fever FM is operated by HT Media Ltd, the publisher of Mint.
Belfast Telegraph
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
‘My worst-ever job was playing Bob the Builder at a corporate event — and being kicked by a kid'
Laura O'Mahony is a stand-up comedian, actor and director. The Cork native hosts the Red Raw podcast with former Olympic medallist Rob Heffernan, with whom she once co-presented a breakfast show on Red FM.
Irish Independent
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
My Money: ‘My worst-ever job was playing Bob the Builder at a corporate event – and being kicked by a kid'
Laura O'Mahony is a stand-up comedian, actor and director. The Cork native hosts the Red Raw podcast with former Olympic medallist Rob Heffernan, with whom she once co-presented a breakfast show on Red FM.
