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India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
While Saiyaara is dominating box-office, this film is making huge money, it earned Rs 36 crore in just 3 days, film is…, lead actors are...
When the whole of India was immersed in the noise of Ahaan Panday's 'Saiyyara', Tamil cinema's new release 'Thalaivan Thalaivii' created a stir at the box office with its strong performance. Starring Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen, the film managed to earn Rs 36 crore in just 3 days. Especially in Tamil Nadu, it proved to be a blockbuster by collecting more than Rs 25 crore in the opening weekend. Let's know the story behind the success of this film and how Vijay and Nithya's love story made a place in the hearts of the audience. Not just Saiyaara, this film is also dominating BOC 'Thalaivan Thalaivi' won the hearts of the audience from the very first day of its release. The film earned Rs 4.15 crore on the first day. It had a great opening in Tamil Nadu, where cities like Chennai saw good crowds at the ticket window. After this, the film picked up speed over the weekend and achieved a total worldwide gross collection of Rs 36 crore in three days. #ThalaivanThalaivii 3 Days Worldwide Box Office Estimate; Tamil Nadu : ₹25 Cr Karnataka : ₹2.10 Cr Kerala : ₹0.60 Cr Rest of India : ₹0.50 Cr Overseas ~ $900K | ₹7.80 Cr Total Worldwide Gross : ₹36 Cr Blockbuster Opening 💥💥 — South Indian BoxOffice (@BOSouthIndian) July 29, 2025 How much BOC 'Thalaivan Thalaivii' has made so far? In Tamil Nadu, 'Thalaivan Thalaivii' surprised everyone by earning more than Rs 25 crore in its opening weekend. This figure is proof that the audience liked this family drama very much. Apart from this, it earned Rs 2.10 crore in Karnataka, 0.60 crore in Kerala, and 0.50 crore in the rest of India. It also earned around Rs 7.80 crore in the overseas market. Take a look at Thalaivan Thalavii trailer: Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen's superb chemistry The credit for the success of 'Thalaivan Thalaivi' goes to the superb acting of its lead actors Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen. The emotional scenes and romantic style of both have touched the hearts of the audience. Directed by Pandiraj, this film is the story of a couple where passion and conflict go together. The mother-son and husband-wife relationships have been depicted in depth in the film,
IOL News
5 days ago
- Politics
- IOL News
SAPS intensifies probe into alleged Basotho Military Camps in South Africa
National commissioner of police, Lt-General Sehlahle Fannie Masemol says SAPS and Lesotho police are working together to investigate allegations of illegal camps, assuring South Africans that national safety and security remain the top priority. Image: Picture: Siyabulela Duda/GCIS The South African Police Service (SAPS) is intensifying efforts to dismantle organised crime operations and address recent allegations made by Lesotho's Police Commissioner, Advocate Borotho Matsoso, regarding possible illegal camps in South Africa. In a scheduled Board of Commissioners (BOC) meeting, SAPS National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola said he met with all nine provincial commissioners to assess and strengthen crime combating strategies nationwide. The BOC, the SAPS' highest decision-making structure, includes Provincial Commissioners, Divisional Commissioners, and the Acting National Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), also known as the Hawks. IOL previously reported that Lesotho authorities claim they have credible intelligence that Basotho nationals are being trained militarily on South African farms as part of a growing land reclamation campaign. The land in question includes areas of Free State, Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal. The group allegedly involved, calling itself Malata Naha ('land reclaimers'), has reportedly recruited individuals of various ages, including some South African citizens. Matsoso told Newzroom Afrika that the programme has the potential to destabilise the region: 'We have discovered that [Basotho nationals] have been recruited to join this military training in some of the farms in South Africa… This is what we have come across,' he said. During the meeting, Masemola expressed satisfaction with recent progress, stating that organised crime syndicates are being "dismantled, dislodged, displaced and arrested." A preliminary report from SAPS Crime Intelligence was tabled, addressing the cross-border crime concerns raised by Advocate Matsoso. Intelligence structures have reportedly 'heightened their operations to investigate allegations made and where necessary, track down and take down such illegal activities,' said SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe in a statement. The DPCI's Crimes Against the State (CATS) unit has been deployed to investigate these allegations. According to the SAPS, 'Various searches have been undertaken by CATS at various identified farms and no such evidence has been found to date.' Mathe said Masemola has reached out to the Lesotho Police Chief, where the two commissioners discussed the allegations made by Advocate Matsoso. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading ''Both commissioners agreed that both law enforcement agencies intelligence structures are on the ground to investigate the existence of such camps,'' she said. 'General Fannie Masemola assures all people living in South Africa that the safety and security of the people of SA is of paramount importance and anyone who is found to be in the country committing illegal acts will face the full might of the law,'' said Mathe. She added: 'To this effect, intelligence structures and operatives are on the ground to establish facts.' The situation stems from a long-standing territorial dispute. Lesotho MP and leader of the Basotho Covenant Movement, Dr Tshepo Lipholo, has been at the forefront of the push to reclaim areas from South Africa. He was recently arrested in Lesotho and charged with sedition and incitement after allegedly calling for armed struggle and declaring himself the 'paramount chief of Basotholand'. Audio clips reportedly circulating on social media support these claims. Although Lipholo travelled to the United Nations earlier this year to submit a land claim, Lesotho's Ministry of Foreign Affairs distanced itself from the trip, clarifying that it was not sanctioned by the Maseru government. Lesotho's Prime Minister Samuel Matekane has since confirmed the state's concern, stating the campaign threatens peace and national stability. Citizens have been urged to remain calm. 'South Africans are urged not to panic or worry as police from both countries remain on high alert,' Mathe said. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. IOL News
Iraq Business
21-07-2025
- Business
- Iraq Business
KBR Secures Two-Year Contract Extension at Majnoon Oil Field
By John Lee. KBR has announced the renewal of its engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contract with Basra Oil Company (BOC) for the Majnoon oil field in Iraq, extending the agreement for another two years. Under the contract, KBR will continue delivering EPCM services to support production targets, enhance operational efficiency, improve safety, and increase local content. Jay Ibrahim, President of KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions, emphasised KBR's role in advancing the sustainable development of the Majnoon field, a key national asset. Mr. Kadhim Kareem, CEO of the Majnoon Field at BOC, confirmed KBR's status as a strategic partner in delivering safe and efficient projects that support the field's long-term development. Days earlier, the US-based firm was awarded a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract by KAR Electrical Power Production Trading FZE (KEPPT) for the development of a major fertilizer facility in Basra. (Source: KBR)
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
KBR Secures Two-Year Renewal of EPCM Contract with Basra Oil Company for the Majnoon Oil Field in Iraq
HOUSTON, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it has secured the renewal of its engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contract with Basra Oil Company (BOC) for the Majnoon Oil Field for an additional two years. Under the contract, KBR will continue to provide comprehensive EPCM services to help BOC sustain forecasted production capacity, enhance operational efficiency, maximize local content, and drive continued safety improvements. 'This contract extension is a testament to the strong working relationship between KBR and BOC, and further reinforces KBR's ongoing commitment to Iraq's national energy strategy and the sustainable development of the Majnoon field, one of the most strategic assets in the country,' said Jay Ibrahim, President, KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions. 'KBR is committed to support local development and contribute to Iraq's long-term domestic capacity enhancement.' 'KBR will continue to be our strategic partner in EPCM projects in Majnoon, successfully supporting our long-term development goals and maximizing field potential through safe, efficient, and sustainable project execution,' said Mr. Kadhim Kareem, CEO of the Majnoon Field at Basra Oil Company. KBR's team in Iraq comprises a high number of local professionals to meet the targeted percentages at the Majnoon site and other regional hubs, ensuring the seamless execution of ongoing and upcoming projects as part of the Growth II Program. About KBRWe deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver. Visit Forward Looking Statements The statements in this press release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding project performance and outcomes and future demand for the company's services, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are beyond the company's control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements. These risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, those set forth in the company's most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Form 10-Qs and 8-Ks and other U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings, which discuss some of the important risks, uncertainties and assumptions that the company has identified that may affect its business, results of operations and financial condition. Due to such risks, uncertainties and assumptions, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Except as required by law, the company undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason. For further information, please contact: Jamie DuBrayVice President, Investor Relations713-753-5082Investors@ Philip IvyVice President, Global Communications and Marketing 713-753-3800MediaRelations@
IOL News
17-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Numsa secures vital wage agreement with Bombela Operating Company for Gautrain staff
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) has welcomed the signing of a new wage agreement with the Bombela Operating Company (BOC). Image: Thobile Mathonsi / Independent Newspapers The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) has confirmed and welcomed the signing of a new wage agreement of one year with the Bombela Operating Company (BOC), a company that manages the Gautrain. Numsa spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, in a statement on Thursday, indicated that the agreement was signed on Wednesday, July 16, and is valid from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with the agreement broken down in different ways. "We have negotiated a 4.25% wage increase across the board, a housing allowance from R1,300 to R1,400, while for night work and transport allowance has increased from R112 to R125. Night shift allowance increased from R38 to R40 per hour, while KPI bonus increased in terms of the wage increase at a rate of 4.25% from R9,600 to R10,016. The agreement will be backdated to the 1st of July," she said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Hlubi-Majola stated that the union is satisfied with the agreement as it was negotiated under 'very difficult conditions' of a low March CPI rate of 2.7%. "One of the benefits of this agreement is that all of the allowances increased by more than 4.25% across the board. Numsa is satisfied with the agreement because it was negotiated under very difficult conditions of a low March CPI rate of 2.7%. One of the benefits of this agreement is that all of the allowances increased by more than the 4.25% across-the-board increase," she added. The latest agreement comes hot on the heels of a negotiation process that deadlocked on June 9 and threatened the possibility of a strike. In a separate statement, the BOC, which operates the Gautrain, revealed that the agreement follows a ballot held on Tuesday, July 15, in which the majority of Numsa-affiliated employees voted against a strike action. "The signing of this agreement reflects a shared commitment to constructive dialogue, mutual respect, and the long-term success of our operations. We extend our sincere appreciation to all employees and union officials for their professionalism, patience, and cooperation throughout the process," the operating company said.
