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India.com
17 minutes ago
- Business
- India.com
Nita Ambani married Mukesh Ambani only on this condition, it was related to...
Nita Ambani married Mukesh Ambani only on this condition, it was related to... Nita Ambani is popular for her philanthropic works. She holds several responsibilities, from being the chairperson of Dhirubhai Ambani International School to handling Reliance Foundation. She seeks to empower millions of Indians. For the unversed, Nita is the owner of Mumbai Indians, the most successful cricket team in the Indian Premier League, the founder chairperson of Football Sports Development Limited, which launched the Indian Super League, and the head of the Education and Sports for All initiative for children. But many people don't know that Nita Ambani had this one condition before marrying Mukesh Ambani. What was the condition? Before marrying Mukesh Ambani, son of Dhirubhai Ambani, Nita was working as a school teacher. She hailed from a simple and humble Gujarati family. Her father, Ravindrabhai Dalal, used to hold a senior position at the Birla Group. Born as Nita Dalal, she started her career in education as a teacher at Sunflower Nursery School, where she earned a modest salary of Rs 800 per month. Apart from her professional achievement, Nita is also a trained Bharatnatyam dancer. It was this time that Dhirubhai Ambani, Mukesh Ambani's father, saw Nita performing a classical dance at an event. Amazed by her grace and presence, Dhirubhai expressed his wish to make her his daughter-in-law. Dhirubhai Ambani approached Nita's father with a marriage proposal for his son Mukesh. At first, Nita wasn't very sure about marrying Mukesh. According to the media reports, Nita was concerned because he belonged to a very wealthy family, while she came from a modest background. Nita also kept one condition before saying yes to Mukesh Ambani. If media reports are to be believed, Nita wanted to continue working as a teacher after marriage. She agreed to marry Mukesh only after he accepted her wish. In an earlier interview on Rendezvous with Simi Garewal, Nita revealed that while some people mocked her decision to work at a school, she found deep fulfillment and joy in her role as a teacher. In the interview, Mukesh can be heard saying, 'As soon as we married, the next year she was a school teacher.' Later, Nita Ambani says, 'At Sunflower Nursery and it paid me Rs 800 per month.' Mukesh playfully added, 'And all that salary was mine. It paid for all our dinners'. Remembering the old days, Nita said, 'People used to laugh at me at that time, but I think it gave me a lot of satisfaction'. Mukesh and Nita Ambani got married in 1985.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Minister opens 12-day summer workshop
Patna: The minister for art, culture and youth affairs Motilal Prasad inaugurated the 12-day summer workshop, jointly organised by the department and Bhartiya Nritya Kala Mandir in Patna on Wednesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While interacting with the students the minister said it is extremely gratifying to see the tremendous enthusiasm among the children. "The department is always committed to encouraging young talent. I extend my best wishes to all the participants to make the most of this workshop and discover the art within them," he said. The workshop, to be held from 10am to 2pm till June 8, will offer opportunities to kids aged between 8 and 16 years. Its main objective is to identify and encourage children's artistic talent and introduce them to various art forms. Training will be provided in various dance forms which include Bharatnatyam, folk dance, Kathak and Odissi. Music training will also be provided in classical singing, harmonium, tabla, violin and flute. Another 15-day summer workshop, 'Kala Jagriti', will be jointly organised by the department of art, culture and youth affairs and the Bihar Lalit Kala Academy from May 30 to June 13 at Bhartiya Nritya Kala Mandir. The workshop will provide formal education in folk art forms such as 'venu shilp' (bamboo craft), Madhubani painting, 'tikuli' art, and terracotta.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Achievements of Padma awardees will inspire generations: Amit Shah
The Padma Awards ceremony realises Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's vision to encourage people-led social transformations by honouring individuals who have quietly brought positive changes, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has said. Hosting a dinner in honour of those who were conferred with the Padma Awards on Tuesday night, Shah also said that the achievements of the awardees will inspire generations. "The Padma Awards ceremony realises Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's vision to encourage people-led social transformations by honouring individuals who have quietly brought positive changes," the minister said after the ceremony. Shah congratulated the luminaries who were conferred with the Padma Awards. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen 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 Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow 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. "Pleased to have hosted the stalwarts who have been honoured with the Padma awards 2025," he said. The home minister spoke to the awardees about their unique life journeys and the changes they have fostered in society, and said that it was an engrossing experience. Live Events "At the dinner hosted for the Padma awardees today, (I) had the pleasure of interacting with the distinguished personalities from diverse walks of life who are making our world better in their own unique ways," he said. Former chief justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar, Bharatnatyam dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, actor Anant Nag and King George's Medical University Vice Chancellor Soniya Nityanand were among the 68 eminent personalities conferred with the coveted Padma Awards by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday. A total of 139 distinguished persons were named for the country's civilian awards -- Padma Vibhushan , Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri -- on the eve of the 76th Republic Day on January 25. The President gave awards to 68 chosen ones on Tuesday in the second civil investiture ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Modi and Shah, among others. During the first investiture ceremony on April 28, President Murmu conferred Padma Awards on 71 personalities. In the ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan's Ganatantra Mandap, President Murmu conferred the country's second highest civilian honour, Padma Vibhushan, on Justice (retd) Khehar for public affairs. The awards for Kathak dancer late Kumudini Rajnikant Lakhia and legendary folk singer late Sharda Sinha were received by Lakhia's grandson and Sinha's son, respectively. The President also handed over nine Padma Bhushans, the third highest civilian award, to noted personalities, including Chandrakumar, businessman Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti, archaeologist Kailash Nath Dikshit, dancer Jatin Goswami, actor Anant Nag and Sadhvi Ritambhara. The awards for economist late Bibek Debroy and former Maharashtra chief minister and Lok Sabha speaker late Manohar Joshi were received by Debroy's wife and Joshi's son, respectively. The awards are given in various disciplines and fields such as art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports and civil service, among others. Padma Vibhushan is awarded for exceptional and distinguished service; Padma Bhushan for distinguished service of high order; and Padma Shri for distinguished service in any field. Ever since the Modi government came to power in 2014, it has started honouring the " unsung heroes " with the Padma Awards, thus transforming them into "People's Padma". This year, the Padma Awards were given to 30 "unsung heroes".
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cubbon Band Stand brings Bengaluru's Sundays to life
At the heart of Cubbon Park, the century-old Band Stand is no longer a relic of the past. Every Sunday morning, from 8 am, it comes alive with music and dance, marking a revival of Bengaluru's cultural heritage. Heritage Beku, in collaboration with the Department of Horticulture, is making the bandstand the centre of public life again. The Revival Series is an initiative to preserve and celebrate Bengaluru's history and culture through live performances. From Carnatic music to Bharatnatyam dance to festive choirs, the bandstand hosts a diverse range of artistes every Sunday. 'WE ARE BRINGING ART BACK TO THIS FORGOTTEN CORNER OF THE PARK' 'Cubbon Park has always held a special place in the hearts of Bengalureans. The revival effort took root slowly, seeded by nostalgia and a deep desire to bring music and life back to this forgotten corner of the park,' says Priya Chetty Rajagopal, founder of Heritage Beku. 'The series is not only about events but also about creating a cultural vibe in the heart of the city,' she adds. 'IT'S IMPORTANT THAT PEOPLE RECONNECT' 'Reconnecting with a historical space through cultural experiences is not just nostalgic, it's necessary. Cities across the world have long treated their parks as sites for cultural congregation. Bengaluru, with its rich heritage and creative community, deserves the same. Artistes are eager to participate, the public is engaged, and the park provides the perfect stage,' says Priya. The real magic of this revival is not just the return of music and movement to the Band Stand, but the way it reconnects the soul of the city to its most cherished memories, which makes Cubbon Park more alive Priya Chetty Rajagopal, founder, Heritage Beku 'A LOST FEELING IS NOW BEING REVIVED AT CUBBON PARK' The events focus on Indian classical and traditional art forms. But curating the events comes with its pros and cons; however, at the Revival Series, artists come purely for the nostalgia. Priya explains, 'Finding artistes was a challenge, especially ones willing to perform pro bono. Yet, many responded with enthusiasm. For them, the band stand wasn't just a stage. It was a symbol of memory, belonging, and pride.' 'GLAD TO BRING BACK THIS TRADITION' 'There is a different magic when people perform at Cubbon Park. Every single artist tells us it was a privilege and an honour to perform here. Their creative souls are at a top level just being in that space. We're proud to be part of something like this, and we are glad to bring back such an important tradition to Bengaluru,' says Priya. 'IT IS MORE THAN JUST PERFORMANCES' 'Art in public spaces makes culture accessible. It breaks down barriers and reminds us that art doesn't belong in closed auditoriums alone. There's something inherently non-transactional about it. It's a gift to the city,' said Ruam M, a member of the group. Just being in that space, watching an artiste perform, under the open sky, surrounded by nature, is unexpectedly moving Ruam M Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
350 kids participate in Audrey house summer camp
Ranchi: The directorate of culture, under the department of tourism, art, culture, sports & youth affairs, govt of Jharkhand, organised a summer camp at Audrey House. The camp which began on Tuesday will conclude on May 31. It witnessed the partcipation of approximately 350 children from various govt and private schools on its opening day. The camp was inaugurated by Asif Ekram, director of culture. "This summer camp is not just about learning art forms; it is about building confidence, communication, and creativity in a fun-filled environment. We want children to feel free to express themselves through dance, drama, painting, and music. It's a break from the conventional classroom and a step towards emotional and cultural development," he said. Children also participated in the documentary screenings scheduled during the camp which is open from 8 am to 10 am. The camp features training in diverse fields such as visual arts, classical dance (including Bharatnatyam and Kathak), singing, yoga and meditation, mehndi, rangoli, drama, fancy dress, and personality development Mrinalini Akhouri, a local folk singer and one of the trainers, said, "It's incredible to witness raw talent among these young participants. Their curiosity and energy bring a refreshing atmosphere to the training sessions. We are not just teaching them art; we are helping them connect with their inner creativity," she said. "This camp is a wonderful initiative; it gives our children a chance to explore their interests beyond academics and build confidence through creative expression and cultural learning," said Meena Rai, a parent at the event.
