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Hans India
a day ago
- Business
- Hans India
Adani Sportsline Academy trainees shine at Gujarat State Sub-jr Basketball C'ship 2025
Ahmedabad: Young basketball talents from the Adani Sportsline Academy delivered standout performances at the recently concluded Gujarat State Sub-Junior Basketball Championship held in Jamnagar, Gujarat. The tournament saw participation from six district teams each in the boys' and girls' categories, with Adani Sportsline trainees playing a pivotal role in Ahmedabad's strong performance. The Ahmedabad boys' team clinched the gold medal, defeating Baroda in a thrilling final. Key to the team's success was Reyansh Shah, who impressed with his all-round play and composure under pressure. The Ahmedabad girls' team, also featuring Adani Sportsline athletes, secured a commendable third place, after a fiercely contested semi-final against Bhavnagar. Among the standout performers was Bhanvi Jesalpura, whose efforts throughout the tournament earned her a call-up to the national team camp. Jeel Dave, another promising player from the Academy, was also an integral part of the girls' team. These results reflect the strength of the Adani Sportsline Academy Programme, which is committed to identifying and nurturing budding talents through structured training and top-class facilities. With one of the largest student enrollments in basketball across India, the academy is rapidly becoming one of the leading grassroots sports development programmes in the country. Adani Sportsline is the sports arm of the diversified Adani Group, which has a presence in ports, logistics, energy, utility, infrastructure, electric power generation and transmission, mining, airport operations, natural gas, and food processing. Formed in 2019, Adani Sportsline has an overarching philosophy to inculcate a culture of sports at the grassroots level and create globally competitive opportunities for future champions in India.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Udit Arora reacts to criticism against The Royals, calls Bhumi Pednekar getting trolled ‘unfortunate'
Netflix's 2025 romantic comedy-drama series The Royals, starring Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar, has faced significant backlash from both Indian royal families and viewers. Beyond the royal critique, the series received mixed to negative reactions from audiences. While some praised the show's aesthetics and Ishaan's performance, many criticised the storyline for being weak and the characters for lacking depth. Bhumi Pednekar's portrayal, in particular, was labelled as "unbearable" by some viewers. (Also Read: The Royals season 2 announced, creator Rangita Pritish Nandy says they listened to both 'good and ugly' feedback) Now, in an exclusive conversation with Hindustan Times, Udit Arora, who essayed the role of Kunal, Bhumi's business partner in the series, reacted to the controversy surrounding the series and also defended Bhumi, who has faced significant trolling on social media for her performance. Recently, Baroda's Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad slammed the portrayal of royal families in the show, and before this, heritage platform Royal Fables called out Netflix for misinterpreting modern-day royals in the series. Reacting to the backlash and criticism, Udit said, "We never said it's based on a true story, so I don't know who is having a problem with what. Honestly, I have not followed any news on that, so I have no idea what they are comparing it to and what aspect they are taking from the show and saying it's wrong. Because it's a fictional show at the end of the day and it's there for entertainment purpose. It's a satire on the lives of the royal families. So I think it's pretty clear so I don't know what's the problem with that actually." A post shared by Udit Arora (@justudit) Udit spoke about the harsh criticism Bhumi had to go through for her performance and said, "Every artiste on the set goes out with the attention of doing something good, and we give our best. People may like or dislike whatever they want, there's no hold on that. As much as we are exposing ourselves to the praise, we are also exposing ourselves to the criticism. It has also gone to another level, being behind the screen and typing what you like. So I have my own reservations on that. She has given her heart and soul to the project and is giving her 100%, being there with everyone. I think she is a brilliant actor. So people can like or dislike whatever they want, it's upto them." When asked if he found the harsh comments against Bhumi unfair, keeping in mind that actors have become easy targets for trolls on social media, Udit said, "In the age of social media, people can do whatever they want. I don't know who these people are, and they need to grow up and have a life, honestly. It's just very unfortunate. But at the end of the day, I think it should not be taken too seriously because they are who they are, you can't give too much importance to their opinions. They are just noise. So I think every actor needs to focus on what they are doing, and even if there's a bump on the road, it's absolutely fine, you can move ahead. As a community, we need to support each other. As humans, we need to support and be kind to each other. So, hatred moves faster than love. So I think we need better support and love for everyone." Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana and written by Neha Veena Sharma, the series follows the story of a financially struggling royal family in modern-day India, whose fortunes take an unexpected turn when the heir teams up with a hospitality entrepreneur to revive their ancestral palace as a luxury resort. The romantic comedy-drama, also starring Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Dino Morea, and Milind Soman, has now been renewed for a second season despite the criticism.
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First Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Netflix's 'The Royals': Baroda's Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad slams Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar's show, calls it 'A Royal Ignore', netizens react
One user said, 'Its wonderful that you shed light on this, it really needed to be said.' read more Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar's show The Royals that streamed on Netflix recently received mixed reactions from users and critics. It has now been renewed for season 2. But a recent post on the show by Baroda's Maharani Radhikaraje has gone viral. She didn't mince words and wrote a rather long note that read- 'The Royal Ignore. One would imagine the royals of India, a community abundantly chronicled, photographed, biographed, and today well-positioned in a range of arenas from politics, hospitality, to magazine covers.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Maharani added, 'Would have a better chance of surviving an on-screen portrayal such as the one in The Royals. Alas, that was not to be and such is our fate, since 1947…What began as a post-independence, politically motivated propaganda of stereotypical Rajas soaked in whiskey and profligacy and Ranis in chiffons and pearls continues to define us.' Radhikaraje continued, 'Indian royalty consists of Brahmins, Rajputs, Marathas, Sikhs and Muslims, truly representative of its diversity. India has also seen some of their finest statesmen, diplomats, wildlife conservationists, bureaucrats, army officers.' 'educationists, sportsmen, hoteliers and entrepreneurs emerge from royalty and today our palaces, forts and museums are perhaps the last few sentinels of India's undiluted, apolitical patronage and cultural history, all maintained in our personal capacity. Yet after all these decades our own country continues to view us - all 565 families and a few thousand nobility, with an odd mixture of awe, ignorance and distaste,' she noted further. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Netizens react Here are some comments that dropped: Very well said, could not have been put better. Its wonderful that you shed light on this, it really needed to be said The shoddy TV show should be called out. But respectfully, despite your eloquence and graciousness, I beg to differ on what the Royal families did for India. They were united only in their self interest, and divided in any common cause.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
ICMAI's city chapter bags award
Vadodara: The Baroda chapter of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) has been awarded the Best Chapter Award in Category A during the national chapters meet held recently in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The award was presented by ICMAI president Vibhuti Bhushan Nayak and vice president TCA Srinivasa Prasad at the national conference. Representing the Baroda chapter, chairperson Amrita Vyas — the first woman to hold the post — and vice chairperson Priyank Vyas received the honour on behalf of the team. The western region of ICMAI comprises five states — Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Goa — along with the union territories of Diu-Daman and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The Baroda chapter stood out among its peers due to its consistent efforts in promoting CMA (Cost and Management Accounting) courses, strengthening industry associations, conducting membership drives, and launching professional development initiatives. "This award is a recognition of our chapter's commitment to professional excellence and outreach," said chairperson Amrita Vyas.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Baroda kids to represent India at World Mind Sports Championship
Vadodara: Four students from Baroda will represent India at the prestigious World Mind Sports Championship, scheduled to be held in Dubai from May 27 to 29. Selected through rigorous elimination rounds at the district, state, and national levels, the young prodigies will compete in a range of events designed to test their mental prowess. The participants include Nishka Romil Patel, a Grade 6 student at Navrachana International School; Avyaan Mohan, a Grade 2 student of Sardar Patel School; Vivaan Nimesh Patel, a Grade 5 student from Tejas School; and Rajvi Desai, a Grade 5 student of Nalanda International School. Competing in the age group of six to eleven years, the students will showcase their skills in various mental disciplines including Rubik's Cube, mental calculations, Sudoku, Chess, and Tangram — demonstrating speed, accuracy, memory, and strategic thinking. "The selection of these students is a testament to their dedication, rigorous training, and outstanding mental agility. It is a moment of pride not just for us, but for the entire city," said Pinal Shah, who mentored the students. "These students have shown what focused preparation and mental discipline can achieve," she added.
