‘Taste of Maharashtra’ — Cultural Fest in Thane from Jan 23 to 30

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January 17, 2019

With the initiative of Thane Shiv Sena President and TMC Chamber’s leader Naresh Mhaske, an innovative cultural fest titled as ‘Chav Maharashtrachi ‘ (Taste of Maharashtra) has been organised from January 23 to 30 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Maidan Jambhali naka, Thane. The event has been conceptualised by ‘Creative Hook’ an organisation founded by Ranjana Khanolkar.

The fest will exhibit various cultural activities, culinary culture, textiles, jewellery, traditional music poetry prevailed across the state.

A replica of typical Maharashtrian village would be set up at the location conceptualised by renowned creative director Nishikant Prabhukhanolkar to experience the essence of rural life of the state. Stalls of traditional eatery, handicrafts, textiles will cater the public who wants to experience culture of Maharashtra.

The Maharashtra fest will see many dignitaries from politics, Marathi film industry, and classical music. PWD Minister and Thane Shivsena leader Eknath Shinde , Marathi actor Subodh Bhave,Sandeep Kulkarni, Mangesh Desai, renowned artists from classical music like Pandit Nayan Ghosh , Ashatai Kadhilkar etc. will attend the event.

The fest also intends to encourage new artists so an array of cultural programmes has been lined up during the fest. Differently abled persons will also be encouraged to showcase their talent during the fest. The timings of the fest will be evening 4 to 10 .

BMC organises Street Play to promote ‘Swachhta Sarvekshan 2019’

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January 17, 2019

Under ‘N’ Section of Brihanmumbai municipal corporation, a street play has been performed by solid waste management committee under the presence of president of public health committee and local corporator of Ghatkopar Archana Bhlerao.

Array of events and programs have been planned in Mumbai and suburban areas to accelerate the ‘Swachta Abhiyan’ . Twenty five street plays have also been aligned under the ‘N’section. The public will be briefed about the segregation of wet and dry garbage, how to produce organic manure from wet garbage through the street plays. BMC has appealed the public to participate in this campaign.

India can now soon start export of incense sticks to Europe

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January 17, 2019

Indian incense stick exporters can now soon start shipping the product to European markets, including Italy, after putting appropriate labelling on the goods.

The exports of these sticks to Europe were earlier facing issues after Italian customs authorities seized consignments, alleging that the product contains harmful chemicals beyond a permissible limit.

The issue was immediately taken up by Commerce and Industry Minister Suresh Prabhu with Italian authorities for its resolution as it is a labour-intensive cottage industry.

“Thanks to a concerted effort of our embassy and competent authorities in Rome, the complex issue concerning the exports of incense sticks from India to Italy is finally resolved,” Italian Ambassador to India Lorenzo Angeloni has said in his letter to Prabhu.

As Italy is a member of the European Union, restrictions on imports of these sticks from India apply to all the member countries.

Alerts concerning Indian incense sticks have been removed by the the European Union’s Rapid Alert System (RAPEX) database, the Ambassador has said.

RAPEX is a rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products that permits the member countries to exchange information on those goods posing a risk to health and safety of consumers and measures taken to do away with that risk.

The Italian ministry of economic development will finalise in the coming days the necessary administrative procedures, in particular informing the border and finance police about the measures in order to avoid new seizures of the consignments, the letter said.

Largest export destinations for the product include the US, EU, the UK, Latin America and Japan.

Ready to infuse up to Rs 700 cr in Jet Airways subject to conditions, says Naresh Goyal

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January 17, 2019

Jet Airways Chairman Naresh Goyal has told the State Bank of India (SBI) that he is ready to invest up to Rs 700 crore in the airline on the condition that his stake does not fall below 25 per cent.

Goyal’s offer comes against the backdrop of strategic partner Etihad reportedly putting forward strict conditions, including that Goyal should give up control, for infusing funds into the crisis-hit carrier.

In a letter to SBI Chairman Rajnish Kumar, Goyal said he is writing with reference to the resolution plan under discussion and in view of Etihad’s position, “despite the significant cash crunch and imminent grounding, which the airline is facing”.

Goyal said that he is committed to an “infusion of funds into the company to the extent of Rs 700 crore” and pledging all his shares.

This is subject to the condition that his shareholding post such infusion is at least 25 per cent, he said in the letter which was seen by PTI.

“Should this not be possible, then I would not be able to infuse any funds or pledge my shares, unless Sebi accords me an exemption permitting me to increase my reduced stake (if it is to be below 25 per cent) without triggering the Takeover Code,” as per the letter.

When shareholding of an entity in a listed company goes beyond a certain threshold, then the open offer requirement is triggered under Sebi’s Takeover Code.

SBI is the lead lender of a consortium of Indian banks that has provided loans to the airline; and the stakeholders are considering a resolution for Jet Airways, which is facing acute financial problems.

May need more currency as GDP size increasing: RBI official

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January 17, 2019

With the country’s GDP size increasing in quantitative terms, there could be need for more currency in the economy, a Reserve Bank of India official said Thursday.

Following demonetisation in November 2016, when the government junked high value currency notes of denominations 500 and 1,000, there was a shrinkage in currency in the system. Now, with the growth in Gross Domestic Product (GDP), “there may be a need for more currency in the system,” the RBI official said during an interactive session.

Post-demonetisation, the government re-introduced Rs 500 banknote but the Rs 1,000 currency note was discontinued. However, the RBI introduced banknotes of denomination 2,000 during the period.

The central bank official said there has been a decline in counterfeit notes and whatever is in circulation at present is “very crude counterfeiting”.

“The bank will also be issuing more security features in the currency for which pre-qualification bid notice has been floated,” he said.

Regarding Non Banking Finance Companies (NBFC), another official said that the RBI would appoint an ombudsman for deposit-taking NBFCs, with the addition of a digital ombudsman.

The apex bank has been pursuing a national strategy on financial inclusion, he said.

The RBI has also formed an expert committee for the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) so that they were able to avail bank credit without too may hassles.

The RBI had also started co-origination of loans with banks and NBFCs which would help the customers in getting a better rate as the cost of funds of banks were low, he said.

Rajkummar Rao shares a glimpse from Anurag Basu’s next

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January 17, 2019

Bollywood talent Rajkummar Rao, who is all set to star in Anurag Basu’s next, seems to be quite excited for their upcoming film.

The film will see Rajkummar sharing screen space with ‘Dangal’ fame Fatima Sana Shaikh for the first time ever.

He took to his Twitter handle to tease fans with a glimpse from what looks like a shot from the sets of the film, writing, “Bahut jaldi samane aayenge aap logo ke, tab tak ke liye aek jhalak #AnuragBasu sir’s next with @fattysanashaikh.”

Reportedly, the team began their 15-day schedule on Monday in Bhopal. The untitled film is said to be on the lines of his 2007 hit film ‘Life In A Metro’. According to various media reports, the film will be narrating stories of four different people from four small towns of India.

Apart from Rajkummar and Fatima, the film also features Abhishek Bachchan, Aditya Roy Kapur and Pankaj Tripathi in lead roles.

Fatima was last seen in 2018’s action-adventure drama ‘Thugs of Hindostan’ alongside Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Katrina Kaif. Meanwhile, Rajkummar’s ‘Stree’ became one of the biggest blockbusters of 2018.

Rajkummar has three other movies in his kitty including ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’, ‘Mental Hai Kya’ and ‘Made in China’.

Vicky Kaushal celebrates ‘URI’ success with rumoured girlfriend?

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January 17, 2019

Seems like Bollywood star Vicky Kaushal is gearing up to take a step forward in his relationship.

After the actor confirmed that he is in a relationship on ‘Koffee with Karan’, speculations have been rife that he is in love with television actor and dancer Harleen Sethi. Since then, there has been a steady flow of information about their alleged relationship.

Though neither of them confirmed the relationship, Harleen turned up at the special screening of his latest film ‘Uri: The surgical strike’ in Mumbai. She also shared a snap with Kaushal from the success party of Uri.

Taking to her Instagram, she uploaded a photo from the success party of the film. In the photo, the couple is all smiles as they pose for the camera in the same sweatshirts. “High Sir! #URI,” read the caption.

Also, Vicky supported Harleen during the launch of her web series with Vikrant Massey. Massey had later shared a picture from the event to thank Vicky for his support.

Meanwhile, the movie which hit the big screens on January 11, has minted Rs 55.81 crores.

Anne Hathaway to topline Robert Zemeckis’ ‘The Witches’

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January 17, 2019

Oscar winner Anne Hathaway has been roped in for a major role in Robert Zemeckis’ film adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic book “The Witches”.

The project hails from studio Warner Bros and will be produced by Oscar-winning directors — Alfonso Cuaron and Guillermo del Toro.

Del Toro was earlier attached to direct the project but had to step aside due to scheduling conflicts.

The book follows a boy who stumbles upon a coven of child-hating witches he must stop, even though he has been turned into a mouse.

Hathaway, 36, is set to play the role of Grand Witch.

The book was previously adapted by the Warner Bros into a 1990 film, starring Anjelica Huston as Grand Witch.

Zemeckis will pen the script for the new film along with his ImageMovers partner Jack Rapke. They will also co-produce the feature.

Hathaway is currently awaiting the release of thriller “Serenity”, which reunites her with “Interstellar” co-star Matthew McConaughey. She will also be seen in the comedy “The Hustle” and Netflix drama “The Last Thing He Wanted”.

Miley Cyrus shuts down pregnancy rumours with viral egg meme

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January 17, 2019

Miley Cyrus shut down reports suggesting that she is expecting a baby with her husband Liam Hemsworth like a boss!

The 26-year-old singer took to Twitter to put a stop to all the pregnancy rumours using the viral egg meme.

Under a Daily Mail Twitter post to a story titled “Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth ‘are expecting their first child together,'” Miley used the egg’s picture that recently beat Kylie Jenner’s picture of baby Stormi Webster as the most liked Instagram photo ever to reply to the article.

“I’m not “Egg-xpecting” but it’s “Egg-celent” to hear everyone is so “Happy For Us” …. we’re happy for us too! “Egg-cited” for this next chapter in our lives…. Now, can everyone leave me alone and go back to staring at an egg,” she tweeted alongside a photo of her, covering her belly with the egg meme.

The ‘Wrecking Ball’ star sparked rumours that she was pregnant when she was spotted out in Miami with what some tabloids alleged was a baby bump. Liam has not yet commented on their plans to start a family. The couple has been enjoying the marital bliss and celebrating Liam’s recent 29th birthday.

Earlier, Miley had shared a heartfelt message for Liam on his birthday. The ‘Malibu’ singer raved about her loving husband and gave a beautiful insight into her relationship with Liam.

Cyrus and Hemsworth tied the knot in a secret wedding at their home in Franklin, Tennessee on December 23.

The couple first met on the sets of the movie ‘The Last Song’ in 2008. After dating on and off for many years, Liam popped the big question for the second time in 2016.

Julia Roberts won’t star in ‘Homecoming’ season two

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January 17, 2019

Julia Roberts will reportedly not return for “Homecoming” season two.

Sources told The Hollywood Reporter that the actor’s initial deal for the Amazon drama was a one-season commitment, based purely on the show’s creative storyline.

Roberts will continue her association with the show – her first TV series regular role – in the capacity of an executive producer alongside showrunner Sam Esmail.

The Oscar-winning actor earlier told THR that she was not prepared to confirm or deny her involvement one way or the other with the second installment.

Esmail had said the new season will have a “very different trajectory for our show”.

“Homecoming” season one also starred Stephan James, Bobby Cannavale, Shea Whigham, Alex Karpovsky and Sissy Spacek.

Amazon and UCP declined comment.