Aamir Khan takes a dig at his obsessions with creative control

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Govt introduces Securities Markets Code Bill in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday introduced the Securities Markets Code Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha, to consolidate, rationalise, and replace with a single law the three existing securities…

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Kareena Kapoor goes ‘samosa crazy’ at her children’s annual function, Karan Johar shares video

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan was seen bingeing on the famous Indian snack, ‘Samosa’ (a deep-fried snack with a filling of boiled potatoes, green peas, onions, and spices), at her sons’…

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Hrithik Roshan reveals what makes him fall in love with trekking

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan loves trekking. On Thursday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a series of pictures of himself from the trek in Uttarakhand. The actor climbed up…

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Honour dedicated to ancestors who travelled from Mandvi to Muscat: PM Modi after receiving Order of Oman

Muscat, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was on Thursday conferred with the ‘Order of Oman’ award for his exceptional contribution to India-Oman ties and his visionary leadership – dedicated the honour to…

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Andhra Pradesh ageing faster, mulls ‘second child onwards’ incentive

Amaravati, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) With Andhra Pradesh ageing faster than India, the state government is considering a “second child onwards” incentive similar to models implemented in France and Hungary to avoid future demographic collapse, a…

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Kajol gets nostalgic as Dilwale starring SRK completes 10 Years, says ‘each frame is a memory’

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actress Kajol, on Thursday, marked the 10th anniversary of her 2015 release, Dilwale, by sharing a nostalgic post on her social media account. The actress revisited the memories from the…

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BMC polls: BJP, Shiv Sena reach consensus on 150 of total 227 wards

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The ruling Mahayuti has reached a consensus on seat-sharing in over 150 of the 227 wards of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), with discussions on the remaining 77 seats expected to…

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CCI takes cognisance of complaints against IndiGo over flight disruptions

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Thursday said it has taken cognisance of complaints filed against budget airline IndiGo in connection with the recent flight disruptions across multiple routes…

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Vicky Kaushal’s sweet gesture leaves a young fan overjoyed

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood star Vicky Kaushal has been winning hearts on social media for making his young little fan extremely happy and excited by clicking a selfie with him. Recently, Vicky Kaushal shared…

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As PM Modi concludes landmark visit, Oman Sultan’s brother bids farewell with ‘Namaste’

Muscat, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday afternoon emplaned for New Delhi after concluding his landmark visit to Muscat. Oman Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik’s brother and the Sultanate’s Deputy Prime Minister for…

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HM Amit Shah greets PM Modi on receiving Oman’s top civilian honour

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Thursday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being conferred Oman’s highest civilian honour, ‘The First Class of the Order of…

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Zeenat Aman on Dharmendra during ‘Indian Idol’ episode: ‘Dharm ji ke yaadein taaza ho gayi’

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actress Zeenat Aman remembered the late actor Dharmendra on the sets of the singing reality show ‘Indian Idol’. During the latest episode of the show, the stage turned deeply emotional…

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Release of Raam Kiran, Megha Akash-starrer ‘Sahakutumbaanaam’ postponed yet again!

Hyderabad, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Uday Sharma’s upcoming family drama ‘Sahakutumbaanaam’, featuring actors Raam Kiran and Megha Akash in the lead, on Thursday announced that they were postponing the release of their…

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Kartik Aaryan on how choosing ‘release dates’ play an important role in deciding the fate of the movie

Mumbai Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan has opened up on why selecting the right dates for movie releases plays a significant role in deciding the fate of the movie. The actor who was…

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India targets Rs 3 lakh crore defence production by 2029: Mansukh Mandaviya

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) India has set an ambitious target of achieving Rs 3 lakh crore in defence production and Rs 50,000 crore in defence exports by 2029, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on…

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Aamir Khan takes a dig at his obsessions with creative control

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who was last seen in a special appearance in ‘Coolie’, is taking a dig at himself. On Thursday, the actor’s production house took to their Instagram, and…

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Sunita Ahuja defends Jaya Bachchan over her controversial remarks on paparazzi

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Sunita Ahuja came out in support of veteran actress Jaya Bachchan following the backlash over her remarks on paparazzi culture. Sharing her perspective, Sunita suggested that constant media attention can often…

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Hrithik Roshan’s mother remembers his late former MIL Zarine Khan with a beautiful throwback family picture

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan’s mother, Pinkie Roshan, recently took to her social media account to remember her late friend Zarine Khan. Pinkie, in the post, mentioned how Zarine loved her daughter…

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PM Modi and Oman Sultan hail maritime ties, multifaceted strategic partnership

Muscat, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) India and Oman on Thursday adopted a Joint Vision Document on Maritime Cooperation, reflecting their shared commitment to regional maritime security, blue economy, and sustainable use of ocean resources. Prime Minister…

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SC asks ECI to decide on SIR extension pleas by Dec 31

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed petitioners requesting more time for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Kerala and Uttar Pradesh to submit their representations to the…

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NIA arrests ninth accused Yasir Ahmad Dar in Delhi blast case

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested another key accused in connection with the Delhi bomb blast that killed 11 persons and injured several others in the area around Red…

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Explained: India-Oman CEPA advances new era of economic partnership

Muscat/New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Oman offers unprecedented market access for Indian goods with zero-duty access on 98.08 per cent of Oman’s tariff lines, covering 99.38…

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22 safety violations, 21 in-flight engine shutdowns by Indian airlines in 2024: Minister

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The number of safety violations by scheduled Indian airlines reported during the year 2024 was 22, the government said on Thursday. Also, the number of in-flight engine shutdown occurrences to…

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Oman Sultan confers national award on PM Modi — his 29th global honour

Muscat, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Oman Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik conferred ‘The First Class of the Order of Oman’ on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday – an award that has previously been presented to Queen…

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Karnataka Assembly clears Hate Speech Regulation Bill

Belagavi, (Karnataka) Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Karnataka Assembly passed the controversial Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2025, on Thursday, amid objections from the opposition BJP. Home Minister G. Parameshwara sought…

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Ram Sutar: Sculptor who gave India its tallest tribute, dies at 100

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Renowned sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar, whose works shaped the visual identity of modern India and whose artistic vision gave form to the Statue of Unity in Gujarat, passed away at…

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PM Modi to address 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine tomorrow

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the closing ceremony of the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Thursday. The three-day programme being held…

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3.81 crore online case hearings conducted under e-Courts project: Arjun Ram Meghwal

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Video conferencing facilities are available in the country’s 3,240 courts and 1,272 jails and 3.81 crore online case hearings have been conducted till September 30, 2025, the Parliament was informed…

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India-Oman CEPA to facilitate easier mobility for skilled professionals: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) will facilitate greater market access for professionals and companies from both countries, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday. Addressing the…

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Kartik Aaryan: ‘I am extremely lucky to have Ananya Panday by my side’

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, who is gearing up for his upcoming film ‘Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri’ opposite Ananya Panday, said he feels lucky to have her as…

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PM Modi and Oman Sultan discuss ways to add greater depth to strategic partnership (Ld)

Muscat, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Oman Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik on Thursday held extensive discussions in Muscat on adding greater depth to the strategic partnership between both countries. The two leaders…

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Andhra: TDP defends renaming of MNREGA

Amaravati, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Telugu Desam Party (TDP) defended renaming MGNREGA as VB-G RAM G, saying it reflects new economic realities. TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu said that rural employment programmes have existed since…

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‘Democracy reduced to mob rule’: Shivraj Singh Chouhan blasts INDIA Bloc over VB-G RAM G Bill ruckus

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Minutes after Parliamentary proceedings in the Lok Sabha were disrupted on Thursday after Opposition members, including MPs from the Congress and the INDIA Bloc, created a ruckus during the discussion…

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India continues to deliver relief supplies in areas severely affected by floods in Sri Lanka

Colombo, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) India on Thursday continued to deliver relief supplies to various regions of flood-hit Sri Lanka, reflecting its steadfast commitment in assisting the neighbouring nation in time of crisis during the ongoing…

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Karan Johar speaks highly of Kartik Aaryan, says his commitment & contribution to movies ‘blew his mind’

Mumbai Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar has lauded Kartik Aaryan for his professionalism and for always staying extremely ‘committed’ to his work and treating all his projects as top priority. Karan, on Thursday,…

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Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi pitches ‘IKIGAI’ framework at Japan-hosted ‘Land Forces Summit’

New Delhi, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday virtually addressed the 3rd Land Forces Summit hosted by the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF), outlining India’s vision for deeper land power cooperation…

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Karan Johar turns match-maker for Kartik Aaryan

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood multi-hyphenate Karan Johar has spoken up for turning match-maker for Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan. KJo attended the trailer launch of his upcoming production ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu…

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Subhash Ghai wishes mother on her birthday, credits all his success to her ‘spiritual lectures & inspiring letters’

Mumbai, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai remembered his mother on her birthday and thanked her for inspiring him. during his struggling days with her ‘spiritual lectures & inspiring letters.’ He took to his…

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Eyeing robust cooperation across diverse sectors, PM Modi and Oman Sultan hold discussions in Muscat

Muscat, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Oman Sultan Haitham bin Tariq held a bilateral meeting in Muscat on Thursday with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal,…

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Jagan terms privatisation of medical colleges in Andhra ‘mother of all scams’

Amaravati, Dec 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) YSR Congress Party president and former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday termed the alleged privatisation of medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh as “the mother of all scams”. He…