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India.com
12 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
Days after Anant Ambani, Mukesh Ambani's wife Nita Ambani makes big move, decides to donate....
Days after Anant Ambani, Mukesh Ambani's wife Nita Ambani makes big move, decides to donate.... The Ambani's are known for their religious submissions. Often, they are seen offering donations to various religious places. In October 2024, Reliance boss Mukesh Ambani had donated ₹5 crore to Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines. Likewise, this week Reliance Foundation Chairperson and Mukesh Ambani's wife Nita Ambani has donated Rs 1 crore to the Balkampet Yellamma Temple in Telangana. This amount has been deposited directly into the temple's bank account. On April 23, Nita Ambani's mother Purnima Dalal and sister Mamta Dalal had visited the temple and performed special prayers here. On this occasion, the temple's executive officer Krishna introduced the specialties of the temple and appealed for cooperation in its development. Acting swiftly, Nita Ambani then immediately donated ₹1 crore. Accepting the donations, the temple's executive officer in charge Mahendra Gaur said that this amount will be kept in fixed deposit and its interest will be used to provide free food (Nitya Annadan) every day. Kalyan Mahotsav and Rath Yatra will be organized at Balkampet Yellamma Temple from July 1. For this, the promoters have ensured security arrangements: LED screens, CCTV cameras and high-mast lights are being installed so that the devotees can watch the Kalyan Mahotsav from all directions. Manhole covers are being closed and water bottles are being made available to prevent sewage water leakage into the temple premises. Three shifts of cleaning staff have been arranged so that the premises remain clean all the time. Photo ID cards, donor and special guest passes are being arranged as needed. Through these preparations, the temple committee is ensuring that thousands of devotees do not face any kind of inconvenience during the festival.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
‘#Let's Move + 1, India!' to be the theme for Olympic Day run on June 23
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) in collaboration with Abhinav Bindra Foundation and Reliance Foundation will celebrate the Olympic Day on June 23 across the country, with the theme #Let's Move + 1, India ! The theme highlights the joy and motivation of moving together, inviting people across India to experience the power of sport to boost both physical and mental health. The focus will be on the benefits of playing sport or working out with someone else, encouraging people to bring a friend, sibling, colleague, family member. As part of the celebration, 50 sports venues across the country will open their doors to the public for free, with paired sessions in football, padel, cricket, badminton and pickleball. As part of the Olympic Values Education Programme (OVEP), schools across the nation can join the movement. Already, over 10 million children have had a positive experience through the OVEP in Chandigarh, Odisha and Assam, through the efforts of Abhinav Bindra Foundation. 'Through OVEP and the inaugural 'Let's Move' campaign, we have witnessed how sport can inspire, uplift and empower the next generation. Let's Move + 1, carries this spirit forward, reminding us that sport is not just about physical strength, it is about fostering connection, mutual support and a shared sense of purpose,' said Abhinav Bindra. 'Sport has given me strength, taught me resilience and opened opportunities. It has shown me the value of having someone in your corner, to lift you up, to help you focus, to bring joy to the journey. That is why I am excited to invite young people to move with me, and share everything that sport brings,' said four-time Olympian archer, Deepika Kumari, supported by Reliance Foundation.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
Unnati Hooda interview: ‘It's my own distinct journey. I'm not taking pressure to be the next Sindhu'
Haryana teenager Unnati Hooda has moved to India's No 3 spot in women's singles, ranked No 37 behind PV Sindhu and Malvika Bansod. Much is expected of the 17-year-old from Rohtak, with a spunky attacking style, and nonchalance about the reputation of opponents, which was in evidence when she took a set off World No 2 Wang Zhi Yi at the Indonesia Open. In an interaction with The Indian Express, Hooda talks about how momentums flip when playing the Top 10, a possible timeline for when she could beat PV Sindhu, the (non) pressure of comparisons with Saina Nehwal, and her love for reading psycho-thrillers. Excerpts : What's it like to play a Top 10 opponent – you led Word No 6 Tomoka Miyazaki 18-15 and took a set off No 2 Wang Zhi Yi? Unnati Hooda: It's different because there's no pressure. But you have to adjust to conditions, change pace, and counter them strategically, pushing me into corners. Against Tomoka, I led 18-15 in Taipei semis, but she suddenly changed her game. It had been defensive until then, but the pace went up and I made a mistake on a midcourt shuttle which I wouldn't otherwise. Against Wang Zhi Yi, I took points on a streak and lost them on a streak. I need patience in trying to keep control over them. My footwork has never been perfect, I'm trying to change it gradually. Is it a strength/power issue? Unnati Hooda: I've got a Strength & Conditioning trainer at Rohtak thanks to Reliance Foundation, so my drills go beyond running and agility now. Gym training plays a huge role, but I only started on weights six months ago so I'm slowly building strength which will improve my performance. Playing power shots needs endurance. I can't be running impatiently and need to maintain an attacking style in third set. My nutrition routines are changing with more protein, due to experts. I'm a vegetarian and have relied on milk, chanaa, roti, subji (vegetable), paneer. We are also working on recovery. And I'm working with a psychologist to improve my mindset on the last 2-3 points. How did badminton happen? Unnati Hooda: Started playing in the streets of my neighbourhood at eight, got enrolled at an academy and was district champion by 10. My interest was in studies, reading, dancing, and drawing, so badminton was the only sport I tried. My father (Upkar Hooda) was inclined but never got the same opportunities, so he stopped playing. I come from a family of PhDs and never had to be scolded to do homework. I still play doubles because it helps my service and midcourt game and quick changes from defence to offence. For the moment I'm on the right track at Rohtak, but maybe I will think of training at bigger academies in the future. Will you be at the World Juniors hosted by India in 2026? Unnati Hooda: It will be my last year. I would love to compete but there are many good players so I'll have to see if I win trials. There's good competition with Anmol (Kharb), Rakshitha Sree, Devika (Sihag) and Tanvi (Sharma). We are all upcoming. Who are your role models? Unnati Hooda: Not one specifically. I like Saina for her retrieval, Sindhu for her aggression and follow up, An Se-young for her fighting spirit, Tai Tzu-ying for deception, and Ratchanok Intanon for her net game quality. Is there pressure to match Saina, Sindhu? Unnati Hooda: I try to keep it same whether it's playing No 1 or No 2. Stick to the plan. I'm not taking pressure to be the next Sindhu. It's my own distinct journey. I definitely need to achieve what they did, but I'm aware it will be a difficult journey. But uniquely mine. How soon do you think you can beat Sindhu? Unnati Hooda: (LAUGHS) That's a trick question. It might be a tricky question. We are competing not just against Sindhu, but the whole world. We practice for every match. At Syed Modi, I faced her and she was quite attacking. You got to have a very good defense to pick her smashes. But there is a chance. There are areas. I need to be strategically at my best. But can't put a timeline. You have a couple of Super100 titles and semis at Super 300 (Taiwan, last month). Any haunting losses? Unnati Hooda: Losing to Tomoka after that 18-15 lead hurts. But also at German Open, in quarters against Riko Gunji of Japan (Hooda lost 21-15, 23-25, 22-24 after being 18-16 up in the second), the match went beyond 1 hour 20 minutes (84 mins), and I had a chance on one point which keeps playing in my mind. I'm working on not repeating mistakes. What's life like besides badminton? Unnati Hooda: I watch some movies. But I love reading biographies and thrillers that take my mind off badminton. These days I'm reading a psycho thriller and murder mystery, Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
ET Women's Forum: Empowerment transforms lives, says Deepthi Reddy N
The empowerment of women is central to the work done by Reliance Foundation , said Deepthi Reddy N , who heads the women's empowerment initiative at the foundation. "Women's empowerment, the nuclei to transformative change, has the potential to redefine India's development trajectory for 2047," Reddy said at the The Economic Times Women's Forum. Reliance Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Reliance Industries, headed by Nita Ambani, wife of chairman Mukesh Ambani. Health, education, disaster management, arts, culture and heritage, rural transformation and sports for development are some of the other causes for which the foundation is working. "At Reliance Foundation, our approach to women's empowerment is catalytic, driving systemic changes at an individual, household and community ecosystem," Reddy said. This is driven through digital and financial inclusion, economic empowerment, economic resilience and agency and leadership, she said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Costco Shoppers Say This Wrinkle Cream Is "Actually Worth It" The Skincare Magazine Undo Reddy also spoke about some of the programmes of the foundation. One of the programmes, for instance, which runs across Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Gujarat, covers about a million women to economically empower them. "These efforts are augmented through dedicated programme interventions, unique and distinct as models of partnership and collaboration," she said. The foundation is also working on innovative solutions which can help bridge the gender digital divide, Reddy said. This is being done with a view to ensuring that women have equitable access to digital tools and resources. "At Reliance Foundation, we strive to balance equity and equality with equanimity," she said. Live Events As a part of its ' Women Empowerment ' programme, the foundation is working to ensure women's effective participation in society, while grooming them for leadership roles, which can help bridge the technology gender digital divide. The foundation's initiative 'Women Leaders India Fellowship', which has completed its second cohort, is a fellowship programme which aims at strengthening the leadership capacity of 50 inspirational Indian women leaders addressing urgent economic and social issues across the key areas of rural transformation, education, sports for development, and arts, culture and heritage.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Exclusive: India's next big thing in shooting? How Olympian dad's pep talk turned Adriyan Karmakar's slump into World Cup medal
Adriyan Karmakar NEW DELHI: At one point not so long ago, Adriyan Karmakar, now 20, found himself quietly drifting away from the sport that had been part of his life for as long as he could remember. The child who once gleefully collected empty shells from his father's rifle practice began to feel the weight of monotony, especially while shooting in the 10m air rifle category, a discipline he found increasingly "boring". The spark seemed to dim further as practice sessions became less frequent, focus waned, and motivation dulled. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Around 2018, I was pretty worn out with 10-meter, and I was being careless. I wasn't practising enough. I wasn't focusing," Adriyan tells during an interaction facilitated by the Reliance Foundation. Then the words of his father, Joydeep Karmakar, brought him back. The senior Karmakar, a celebrated shooter who missed out on an Olympic medal by a whisker in 2012, reminded his son of a simple truth: if you're going to do it, give it your all. 'He said, 'I'm not forcing you to shoot. You can do anything you want. You can do anything, any job or anything. If you're shooting, then give it your all, or if you're doing it as a hobby, you tell me, then you can do it as a hobby. But if you're doing it professionally, you have to give it your all. Otherwise, there's no point,' Adriyan recalls. A younger version of Adriyan had no reply that day; he only listened. Carefully. Seven years later, that rediscovered passion has translated into international success. Last month, Adriyan made a remarkable debut at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany, where he secured a silver medal in the 50m rifle prone event. In doing so, he became the first Indian to open the country's medal account at the prestigious competition. His aggregate of 626.7 points, after 60 shots, was just 0.3 shy of the gold won by Sweden's Jesper Johansson. Poll Do you think having a family legacy in sports is beneficial for young athletes? Yes, it provides guidance and support No, it adds pressure to perform Depends on the individual athlete Not sure 'It's definitely a great feeling to win a medal for my country, especially my first World Cup medal,' Adriyan says, his voice steady. In a sport as technical as shooting, equipment can make or break a performance. With Adriyan, the struggles that came before Suhl included a faulty jacket and a minor, but nagging, issue with the rifle's bolt spring had thrown him off his rhythm during training. 'My old jacket was giving me trouble, so I had to get a new one. It's a canvas and leather jacket that helps prevent injury and gives stability within the rules. It took time to adjust and find the right feel again. It was a scary phase because I was shooting badly, but I figured it out. The rifle also had an issue, a broken spring in the bolt that ejects the bullet, so we had to fix that too,' the 20-year-old shooter stated. ALSO READ: Bangladeshi chess player deported from India; 80-year-old legend Rani Hamid 'disturbed' by events at Delhi airport Interestingly, Adriyan's rifle once belonged to his father. Far from feeling burdened by the legacy, he sees it as an advantage. 'I grew up with my father, so it was more of an advantage than a disadvantage. He had deep knowledge about shooting and helped build a strong mindset for sports.' While Joydeep remains his primary coach, Adriyan adheres to an open-minded approach: "My father is my coach, but that doesn't mean I don't learn from others. I try to gather information from everyone, coaches, shooters, anyone, and use what helps me,' he explains. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep. 6: Harish Thawani on cricket's TV market and the watershed moments On a lighter note, he has grown used to the many ways people stumble over his name. 'A lot of people call me different things. Many can't say Adriyan, so they say 'Ad-rian' or something else. I've made my peace with it,' he laughs, adding that it's actually pronounced "Od-rian". But whether it's generally pronounced right or not, what matters to 'Od-rian' is what he makes of the name on the shooting range.
