Latest from France 24
News18
31 minutes ago
- News18
Pune Gears Up For Palkhi 2025: List Of Key Routes, Traffic Advisory Issued
Last Updated: Pune is preparing for the Palkhi processions on June 19 and 20 this year Thousands of devotees are expected to arrive for Pune's annual Palkhi processions of Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj on June 19 and 20. In preparation, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has issued detailed safety and traffic guidelines. The advisory aims to manage the large crowds drawn by this deeply respected tradition observed by pilgrims from all over Maharashtra. As part of the advisory, 1,494 hoarding agencies within PCMC limits have been asked to check and strengthen their hoardings, especially those along the Palkhi routes, according to Times Now. Since large crowds are expected, officials have emphasised the importance of making sure these structures are safe. The PCMC has also warned that any agency found careless about safety may face strict action. The PCMC has reportedly shared a list of main routes under its limits that will be used for the Palkhi processions to help people stay informed. These routes include: Nigdi to Dapodi, Dehu to Alandi, and Dighi to Bopkhel. Heavy foot traffic is expected on these roads, and residents are advised to avoid travelling through these areas unless necessary during the procession days. Palkhi Procession 2025: Real-Time Updates The Pune Police will provide live updates on the Palkhi's movement through their official social media handles. For information on traffic conditions and alternative routes during the procession, people can visit: To manage the Palkhi processions smoothly, the PCMC, along with local police, is putting traffic diversions and extra security measures in place. Roads along the main routes will have closures, detours, and no-parking zones to avoid traffic jams and ensure safe passage for devotees. Concerned officials are also preparing crowd management steps, such as deploying marshals and setting up first-aid teams at important points. Residents and businesses along the procession paths are urged to support these efforts by staying updated on road changes and following safety guidelines to help the event run safely and efficiently. Palkhi 2025: Know More About It The Palkhi processions go beyond tradition—they are a powerful expression of faith and unity, reflecting Maharashtra's rich devotional culture. Pilgrims march together, singing devotional songs (abhangas) and carrying the symbolic footwear of saints Sant Tukaram and Sant Dnyaneshwar as a mark of respect and humility. As preparations continue, the PCMC has assured that the 2025 Palkhi will be both spiritually fulfilling and safely managed. Citizens are advised to check the official PCMC website for the latest updates on route maps, traffic changes, and emergency contacts.
News24
40 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Golden Nymph triumph: Ramaphosa congratulates Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh
President Cyril Ramaphosa congratulated Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh for winning the Golden Nymph Award at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival for the short film Don't Give Up. The film, a heart-wrenching portrayal of Johannesburg's homeless, won Best Creation. 'I congratulate Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh for flying our flag and for spotlighting one of our nation's socio-economic challenges,' reads a post on the president's X account. President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated actor Leleti Khumalo and film producer Anant Singh for their win at the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival. The short film Don't Give Up, starring Khumalo, produced by Singh and written and directed by Darrell Roodt, won the festival's Golden Nymph Award in the Best Creation category. The awards ceremony took place on Tuesday, 17 June and in attendance were Prince Albert and Princess Charlene, who presented two awards. PascalThe festival, originally created by Prince Rainier III of Monaco and now under the patronage of Prince Albert, showcases the best of television worldwide. The free festival is open to everyone and runs over five days, culminating with the closing ceremony and the Golden Nymph presentation. On Thursday, President Ramaphosa shared on X that he bumped into Khumalo at OR International Airport during his travels to and from the G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada. 'Leleti did have something to declare: she'd returned from the Monte-Carlo Television Festival in Monaco, where she and acclaimed film producer Anant Singh had won the prestigious Golden Nymph Award for their work on the short film Don't Give Up, which portrays life on the streets of Johannesburg for a begging mother of two. 'I congratulate Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh for flying our flag and for spotlighting one of our nation's socio-economic challenges,' reads the post. On my travels to and from the G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada, I had the good and proud fortune of bumping into our veteran star performer Leleti Khumalo at OR Tambo International Airport. Leleti did have something to declare: she'd returned from the Monte Carlo Television Festival… — Cyril Ramaphosa 🇿🇦 (@CyrilRamaphosa) June 19, 2025 The film follows Faith, a homeless beggar and a single mother of two young sons, Lucky and Siyabonga, who live in an abandoned car in an alleyway in central Johannesburg. 'One day, while washing her sons at a tap in a bus depot, Faith is assaulted by a security guard. In her bid to escape this battering, she and her sons try to run away, but Siyabonga gets caught in the wire fence and almost has his thumb ripped off. Faith is unable to help him beyond wrapping it up in a torn piece of her skirt. She begs for money from disinterested commuters on her corner,' reads the synopsis. Watch the trailer here. Accepting the award, Khumalo thanked the festival, the Videovision team and director Darrell Roodt 'who came up with this amazing project.' She continued: 'And I thank Anant for always believing in me and for always having faith in me. To the Prince and Princess, thank you for having us here in Monte Carlo, and I'd also like to thank my family for always supporting the work I do. Thank you so much; this is humbling.' Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images Singh said that winning was a pleasant surprise. 'This is a film about homeless people who have no voice and has no dialogue. It is essentially a homage to the silent movie and it represents homeless people all around the world, and the music of Philip Glass and Peter Gabriel give it that special magic. 'We are delighted to have this little South African film about homeless people win this special prize. I'd like to acknowledge the creation of these awards by Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, acknowledge your Highness Prince Albert, for continuing to celebrate the creative communities, which is so important. It's my third year here at the Festival, and I am delighted to take home this Golden Nymph with Leleti.'
News18
40 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- News18
DYK Mithun Chakraborty Adopted Dishani After She Was Found Abandoned?
Last Updated: In 2017, Dishani was seen in a short film, Gift, followed by another, titled The Guest in 2022. Unlike his three sons, Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty's daughter Dishani decided to take an unconventional route to enter showbiz. Instead of Bollywood, she debuted in the entertainment industry via Hollywood projects. In 2017, she was seen in a short film, Gift, followed by another, titled The Guest in 2022. Both the films garnered her applause, making her one of the promising talents. Who Is Dishani Chakraborty? Many of you may not know that Dishani is Mithun Chakraborty and Yogeeta Bali's adopted daughter. The couple, blessed with three sons – Mahaakshay, Ushmey and Namashi, decided to adopt Dishani after reading about her in the newspaper. Born in Kolkata, she was abandoned by her parents, who left her near the garbage soon after her arrival. A few passersby noticed and one took her home. After Mithun learned about it, he rushed to Kolkata and expressed his wish to adopt the baby girl. Yogeeta stood by Mithun and completed the formalities to legally adopt the infant. After bringing her home, they named the munchkin Dishani. She is close to both her parents and decided to walk in the footsteps of her father to become an actress. As for her education, Dishani moved to Los Angeles for further studies after finishing her early education in India. She graduated in acting from the New York Film Academy and went on to make her acting debut in Hollywood with Gift. Her last role was in The Guest in 2022, which garnered her applause. Earlier, during a media interaction, Dishani spoke about debuting in Hollywood, admitting that it was not an easy task. She said, 'Choosing the unconventional path of starting my career in Los Angeles hasn't been the easiest journey. But I have so much passion and drive for the stories I wish to tell and characters that I want to play that the thrill of it keeps me going. I've grown up learning so much from my father and I hope to showcase that through my work." On the personal front, Dishani is dating a person named Myles Mantzaris. The couple often shares romantic posts on social media, proudly expressing their love for each other. First Published: June 20, 2025, 12:37 IST
News18
40 minutes ago
- Climate
- News18
IND vs ENG, Leeds Weather Live Updates: Will Rain Hinder Shubman Gill's Captaincy Debut?
India vs England, Leeds Weather Today Live Updates: Hello and a very warm welcome to News18 CricketNext's weather coverage of the first Test between India and England at Headingley. First days are always crucial in England, and this one is particularly important. It's not just the inauguration of the new Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy but also the start of a new era of Indian cricket, under the 25-year-old Shubman Gill. For England, too, it's a high-stakes moment with Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum hoping to kick off the third World Test Championship cycle on a winning note to build towards a first final. But England has seen several such moments get washed out by rain. What about today? According to the chances of rain for the three sessions are quite low, almost negligible. However, the fun of playing cricket in England is that the weather here is quite fragile — it's randomly sunny and suddenly overcast, which tends to affect how the ball behaves. We'll keep you updated about all the happenings here!
News18
41 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Vir Das Announces New Special, Reveals He 'Lost Voice 2 Months Before The Show'
Last Updated: This launch marks Vir's fifth Netflix special, which includes Abroad Understanding and Vir Das: Landing. International Emmy Award winner Vir Das, who is all set to bring his fifth collaboration with the streaming giant Netflix with his new special titled Vir Das: Fool Volume, said he lost his voice two months before that show. He added that this is rewritten in silence and performed without rehearsal across the world. 'Vir Das: Fool Volume" will premiere on July 18. Reflecting on the journey behind his most personal special yet, Vir shared: 'Netflix and I were about to shoot a special with a different theme. The universe had other plans." 'I lost my voice two months before that show. This is a show rewritten in silence and performed without rehearsal across the world. Turns out the voice in your head is way crazier than the one in your throat. A special that asks the important question: How much happiness do you share when it comes back? What does it mean for any of us to REALLY use our voice?" he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) This launch marks Vir's fifth Netflix special, which includes Abroad Understanding and Vir Das: Landing. Vir began his career with a gig at one of the premier hotels in New Delhi with a performance titled 'Walking on Broken Das". He started his career on TV when he hosted two TV shows. The first one was Is Route Ki Sabhin Linein Maast Hain where he was an agony uncle. The second was his own stand-up comedy late-night show Ek Rahin Vir. The stand-up star and actor has appeared on a variety of comedic television programs. He was an addition to the cast of The Great Indian Comedy Show. He was cast as the comic relief in The Curse of King Tut's Tomb, a Hallmark mini-series filmed in India. He began filming for his first two Bollywood roles in early 2006. He played a small role in Vipul Shah's 2007 movie Namastey London. On 25 April 2017, Vir's Netflix special Abroad Understanding was released, in the process becoming the first Indian comedian with a comedy special on the platform. In June 2017 Das was named one of Variety's '10 Comics to Watch for 2017." In December 2018, Das released his second Netflix comedy special, entitled Losing It. In 2019, Das released his travel-cum-comedy show Jestination Unknown where he explores how Indians see humour along with a couple of other stand-up comedians and celebrities. During the lockdown in 2020 he was on Netflix in a one-hour special called Vir Das: Outside In. In 2021, Das performed a monologue titled 'Two Indias" at the Kennedy Center in Washington. On 29 January 2023, Das appeared on the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast. He hosted the 52nd International Emmy Awards in 2024. First Published:
