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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shahid Kapoor's Wife Mira's 'Dhun' Charges Rs 1.75 Lakh For Sleep Reset, Leaves Reddit Shocked
Last Updated: After launching her skincare line Akind, Dhun is Mira Kapoor's latest endeavour but it's the price tags that have the internet buzzing. Mira Kapoor, wife of Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor, has officially stepped into the world of wellness entrepreneurship with her centre, Dhun, located in Bandra, Mumbai. Known for her minimalist fashion sense and clean living aesthetic, Mira has long advocated for holistic health. After launching her skincare line Akind, Dhun is her latest endeavour but it's the price tags that have the internet buzzing. Shahid Kapoor recently shared a video tour of Dhun, revealing the luxury space spread across 6,000 square feet with soundproof walls and a serene, earthy-toned interior. Mira, dressed in a beige co-ord set and cropped jacket, matched the wellness centre's vibe with her understated, organic style. Dhun offers an array of treatments aimed at modern wellness seekers. These include 60-minute sound healing sessions priced at Rs 7,500, a 30-minute aura cleansing for Rs 10,000, and a red light bed session for Rs 5,500, which claims to boost collagen. For those seeking deeper insight, there's an aura and chakra scanner test for Rs 10,000, and a 3-minute cryotherapy session costs Rs 7,000. But it's the Rs 1.75 lakh sleep reset and gut-cleanse program that has raised eyebrows. Described as an intensive, week-long experience tailored to Mumbai's fast-paced lifestyle, Mira believes it's an investment in one's well-being. However, many online aren't buying into it. Netizens took to Reddit to share their reactions. One user joked, 'No way. My 1.75 lakh is going straight to mutual funds. Still more reliable than sleep reset programs." Another quipped, 'Sleep me reset toh hoga hi naa, itne paise kharch karne ke baad jo bachi kuchi neend aati thi woh bhi udd jayegi." A third added, 'Rich people's idea of wellness is a comedy show in itself." Some users felt Mira, who has access to time, money and stability, could've channelled her energy into something more meaningful. 'She should really do something she's passionate about. This is just a waste of time, energy and resources," one wrote. Despite the trolling, Mira appears undeterred. The 31-year-old has shared that she discovered her passion for holistic wellness over the years, and Shahid has been a supportive partner throughout. On Akshay Tritiya, the couple even performed a small puja at Dhun. In the pictures, Shahid and Mira are seen breaking coconuts at the entrance, with her in-laws, Pankaj Kapur and Supriya Pathak, visibly beaming with pride. Mira and Shahid also posed with tilaks on their foreheads, marking the start of this new journey. First Published:
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Climate
- New Indian Express
Paddy growers make kharif cultivation preparation as rains come early in Sundargarh
ROURKELA: With more than average rainfall in May and indication of an early monsoon onset, farmers across Sundargarh district have begun preparing agricultural land with the hope to initiate sowing in appropriate time. Against the normal rainfall for 41.4 mm in May, the district received, over the past 25 days, 92.6 mm showers making agricultural land suitable for ploughing. After the Akshay Tritiya festival, land preparation begun sporadically which gained momentum over the past fortnight in all blocks. Sources said, during the 2024 kharif crop season, both pre and post paddy farming activities were pushed back by two to three weeks over delayed arrival of monsoon. It was followed by 43 per cent and 45 per cent deficit rainfall in June and July respectively. Sisir Rout, a farmer of Bargaron block, said there was good rainfall five days ago and farmers across the block have been preparing their paddy fields. He added that some farmers with assured irrigation support have already started nursery raising. 'With anticipation of early arrival of monsoon, a section of the farmers are ready to start direct sowing and nursery raising from first week of June, while others may adopt wait and watch approach and would start preliminary farming activities from second and third weeks,' he added.
Business Mayor
24-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
Gold jewellery sales in India remain subdued amid high prices and economic uncertainty
Gold jewellery sales in India during April and early May remained subdued, except on the day of Akshaya Tritiya, due to high and volatile gold prices coupled with broader economic uncertainties, according to a World Gold Council (WGC) report. Anecdotal evidence suggests that consumers were deferring their purchases, waiting for price stability, or opting for lighter-weight jewellery to accommodate fixed budgets and need-based buying, WGC said. Gold's momentum accelerated in April, surging to a record high of US$3,500/oz and marking its fourth consecutive month of gains, with a 6% increase. The speed and sharp rise were fuelled by a weakening US dollar, heightened geopolitical and economic uncertainties, and strong inflows into global gold ETFs. However, prices have since retreated, with the LBMA Gold PM price falling 8% so far in May. In India, domestic gold prices mirrored the global trend. Although the May m-t-d correction was milder at 5%, cushioned by the appreciation of the Indian rupee WGC said that stability in gold prices could prompt a resurgence in demand. Consumer sentiment that the downside to gold prices is limited would reinforce gold's appeal as a reliable investment. So far in 2025, the LBMA gold price PM in USD has climbed by US$583/oz or 22%, to US$3,192/oz. The Indian domestic spot gold prices have also followed a similar trajectory, rising 23% y-t-d to Rs 93,407/10g. Despite the recent decline, gold outshines other major asset classes on a year-to-date basis Read More Calpak: Travel Bags Made For The Long-Haul Every Day & Far Away The festival of Akshaya Tritiya, which traditionally drives gold purchases, fell on 30 April this year. Overall demand during the festival was restrained and mixed as per market reports. While large and corporate retailers reported higher footfalls and sales – largely driven by aggressive promotional and marketing campaigns – small and independent jewellers experienced sharp declines in demand. The bullion segment, bars and coins, performed better than jewellery, with low weight coins (especially 5g) proving popular. These were bought as 'token' purchases for the festival, with a notable share of sales occurring through online and e-commerce platforms. This behaviour highlights a growing consumer shift towards organised players and investment-oriented gold products, WGC said. Regional trends also varied. The southern states recorded stronger sales compared to the other parts of the country, given the greater significance of Akshaya Tritiya in the region. A moderate performance followed this in the western parts of the country. Despite a likely year-on-year decline in the volume of gold sold during Akshay Tritiya, the overall value of sales is expected to have increased, reflecting the nearly 30% rise in gold prices since last year. This indicates a degree of resilience in Indian gold demand. Additionally, the exchange and recycling of old gold jewellery remained a prominent trend.
Business Mayor
16-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
Big respite for Indian consumers just ahead of wedding season
Kolkata consumers have major reasons for cheer just ahead of the oncoming wedding season as prices of gold, a staple in Indian marriages, have fallen quite a bit — by almost Rs 9,000 per 10 grams. Till about three weeks ago, the precious metal was ruling at around Rs 1,00,000 not just in Kolkata but in other cities too. Over the past 24 days, the steep price reset has brought gold down to Rs 91,750/10 grams levels (May 15 price data). This significant drop, one of the most considerable in recent history, has offered major respite to consumers just as the wedding season approaches, The Times of India reported. On April 21, the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold surpassed the Rs 1 lakh threshold for the first time. The price continued to rise in the following days leading up to Akshay Tritiya, a propitious occasion traditionally associated with purchasing gold and precious metals. By April 30, the price of 24 carat gold had reached Rs 93,310 per 10 grams, before dropping to Rs 93,040 on May 12. Bablu De, president of Swarnashilpo Bachao Forum, noted that the local buyers had been anticipating this price correction. With the wedding season on the horizon, the decline in prices has started to generate excitement among potential purchasers. However, some buyers may opt to wait a bit longer before making their purchases, he told Uttiya Chowdhury from Anjali Jewellers said that this price adjustment has been a welcome relief amidst global market fluctuations and ongoing cross-border tensions. He indicated that the reduction in gold prices is advantageous for those intending to acquire wedding jewelry, as it allows them to purchase a greater quantity for their celebrations. Read More Pockets, Pleats, Cuffs, And Couture: The Best Pants For Men According to Shubadip Roy of Bengal Jewellery, the drop in prices over the past 20 days is unprecedented. He emphasised that buyers who were considering transforming older gold into new designs in anticipation of the wedding season can now afford to buy more gold due to this notable price correction. Suvankar Sen from Senco Gold Ltd pointed out that the consistent decline in prices has led buyers to worry that rates might rise again soon. He told ToI's Rohit Khanna, 'We are observing wedding buyers entering stores with concerns that prices may increase once more.' Jewellers in the city also shared the view that the current prices may not last indefinitely. Pratik Dugar, director of Indian Gem and Jewellery Creation, commented, 'This is merely a temporary correction. If we examine the global trends, we see that countries are augmenting their gold reserves, meaning there is little chance for prices to significantly decrease in the future.'
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Big respite for Indian consumers just ahead of wedding season
Kolkata consumers have major reasons for cheer just ahead of the oncoming wedding season as prices of gold , a staple in Indian marriages, have fallen quite a bit -- by almost Rs 9,000 per 10 grams. Till about three weeks ago, the precious metal was ruling at around Rs 1,00,000 not just in Kolkata but in other cities too. Over the past 24 days, the steep price reset has brought gold down to Rs 91,750/10 grams levels (May 15 price data). This significant drop, one of the most considerable in recent history, has offered major respite to consumers just as the wedding season approaches, The Times of India reported. On April 21, the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold surpassed the Rs 1 lakh threshold for the first time. The price continued to rise in the following days leading up to Akshay Tritiya, a propitious occasion traditionally associated with purchasing gold and precious metals. By April 30, the price of 24 carat gold had reached Rs 93,310 per 10 grams, before dropping to Rs 93,040 on May 12. Bablu De, president of Swarnashilpo Bachao Forum, noted that the local buyers had been anticipating this price correction. With the wedding season on the horizon, the decline in prices has started to generate excitement among potential purchasers. However, some buyers may opt to wait a bit longer before making their purchases, he told ToI. Anargha Uttiya Chowdhury from Anjali Jewellers said that this price adjustment has been a welcome relief amidst global market fluctuations and ongoing cross-border tensions. He indicated that the reduction in gold prices is advantageous for those intending to acquire wedding jewelry, as it allows them to purchase a greater quantity for their celebrations. According to Shubadip Roy of Bengal Jewellery, the drop in prices over the past 20 days is unprecedented. He emphasised that buyers who were considering transforming older gold into new designs in anticipation of the wedding season can now afford to buy more gold due to this notable price correction. Suvankar Sen from Senco Gold Ltd pointed out that the consistent decline in prices has led buyers to worry that rates might rise again soon. He told ToI's Rohit Khanna, "We are observing wedding buyers entering stores with concerns that prices may increase once more." Jewellers in the city also shared the view that the current prices may not last indefinitely. Pratik Dugar, director of Indian Gem and Jewellery Creation, commented, "This is merely a temporary correction. If we examine the global trends, we see that countries are augmenting their gold reserves, meaning there is little chance for prices to significantly decrease in the future."
