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Time of India
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
In Bengaluru, dance is the newest way to socialise
In Bengaluru, dance workshops are emerging as the new mode of socialising. From Bhangra bootcamps to Garba pop-ups, Latin socials to semi-classical Sundays, the city is in the middle of a dance revolution, one workshop at a time. 'THESE WORKSHOPS HELP MAKE PEOPLE BELONG TO A COMMUNITY' Chandni Jondhale, founder of Belly pop, a belly dance group in Bengaluru, says there's a clear demand for live experiences. 'People are prioritising movement, embodiment, and self-expression as part of their well-being. Belly dance, especially, is powerful because it reclaims parts of ourselves we've been taught to hide. So, these workshops aren't just classes — they're part of a movement toward holistic wellness and self-empowerment,' she shares. Brijesh Yadav, founder of New York Dance Classes, says, 'Bengaluru is a melting pot of cultures, and teaching Garba or Bhangra here is about honouring the roots of these forms while opening them up to wider appreciation. It's not cultural transplantation — it's cultural dialogue. While Bhangra & Garba workshops are enjoyed by people of its origin, the locals also enjoy the fervour of these dances equally.' Tanya Ballal, founder of Ekisa Dancers, shares her thoughts, 'More than anything, these workshops permit people to take up space—in their bodies, in the room, and the world. It creates a space where you can show up exactly as you are and still feel celebrated.' Dance is like meditation for me – a way back to myself; a way to connect to my body, and express myself with it. It allows me to deeply understand and untangle the stresses of the week. Loreto Basumatary, a regular at dance workshops 'DANCING WITH STRANGERS HAS MADE ME FEEL CONFIDENT' For Shalini Puthal, dance is equal parts fun, fitness, and freedom. She says, 'I go for the fun of it. And in the back of my mind, I always think of it as a movement which is necessary for the body. With strangers, I feel it's the initial thought of being judged, but once you are out there, you see everyone is in their flow, similar to a gym where people are more focused on being better themselves to notice you. It eases my mind, so at the end of the session, it's a great feeling of doing something fulfilling. 'DANCING IS THE BEST DIGITAL DETOX IN TODAY'S TIME' For many, dance is not only about learning steps but also about reconnecting with themselves and others. 'I am so happy to be away from my phone for some time and to do something different other than the usual work or going out and eating out. This is also an experience where your mind is occupied, and you are trying to learn something new, a step to get right or remembering what move comes after another, or even just interacting with people in person and not on the phone,' shares Shalini. Brijesh believes that for people living away from home, dance workshops offer a form of belonging. ' People show up not just to learn choreography, but to be seen, to be part of something alive. Many says it's the best digital detox in today's time,' he adds.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Cyber fraudsters dupe Lko investors of ₹3.7 cr on social media
Five investors were collectively duped of ₹3.7 crore by fraudsters who lured them through fake social media advertisements promising high returns on share trading, in the state capital. A case was registered at the cyber crime police station, and efforts are underway to freeze the bank accounts used in the scam. According to inspector Brijesh Yadav, in-charge of the cyber crime police station, the fraudsters used fabricated advertisements on platforms like Facebook to gain the victims' trust. After attracting attention through these ads, they continued communication over WhatsApp and Telegram, posing as representatives of a SEBI-registered brokerage firm. One of the victims, Avneesh Singh, a businessman from Harihar Nagar in Indiranagar, came across a share trading ad on Facebook in March. He was contacted by a woman identifying herself as 'Shruti,' claiming to represent Ashika Stock Broking — a registered firm. After investing an initial ₹10,000 and receiving ₹11,000 in return, Avneesh was convinced of the scheme's legitimacy and increased his investment significantly. Between March and April, Avneesh transferred a total of ₹1.85 crore into various accounts suggested by the fraudsters. A fake trading portal showed his returns reaching ₹10.81 crore. However, when he attempted to withdraw the funds, the scammers demanded a 'commission' of ₹71.66 lakh, raising suspicion and ultimately prompting him to file a police complaint. In another case, Deenbandhu Pal, a resident of Ahilyabai Nagar in Kalyanpur, Gudamba, was defrauded of ₹1.43 crore between March 18 and April 21. He too was ensnared through similar online tactics involving fake trading schemes and persuasive messaging over encrypted platforms. Police are currently coordinating with banks to freeze the beneficiary accounts and trace the digital trail of the perpetrators. Similarly, two individuals were duped of a combined ₹42 lakh through investment scams involving fake trading platforms in Lucknow. Both cases were registered on May 14 at the cyber crime police station in the city. Surendra Nath Yadav, a resident of Gonda, fell prey to a cryptocurrency scam through a fake platform, Investopedia. Approached on social media and persuaded by individuals claiming to be programmers and customer support executives, he was lured into investing $11,000 ( ₹9.6 lakh). Promised huge returns, he continued investing but each withdrawal attempt was blocked with demands for extra charges like 'verification fees' and 'credit score boosts,' said SHO cyber-crime police station, Lucknow, Brijesh Yadav. Sunil Kumar, a Lucknow resident, was scammed out of ₹20 lakh after receiving an investment offer via WhatsApp and being added to a Telegram group named E1104 ELIOR GROUP. 'Directed to a fake website he was tricked into transferring money to multiple bank accounts, believing he was earning profits. The scam was so elaborate that initial returns were deposited into his account to build trust. Encouraged by this, the victim continued investing until demands for more money were made under the pretense of unlocking the full returns,' said the SHO.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cyber crooks dupe five of over Rs 3.84 cr
Lucknow: In a major cyber fraud case reported in the state capital, five people were duped of nearly Rs 3.84 crore by fraudsters who lured them through fake social media advertisements promising high returns on share trading. A case has been registered at the Cyber Crime police station, and efforts are underway to freeze the bank accounts used in the scam. According to Cyber Crime police station in-charge Brijesh Yadav, the fraudsters used fabricated advertisements on platforms like Facebook to gain the victims' trust. After attracting attention through these ads, they continued communication over WhatsApp and Telegram, posing as representatives of a SEBI-registered brokerage firm. One of the victims, Avneesh Singh, a businessman from Harihar Nagar in Indiranagar, came across a share trading advertisement on Facebook in March. He was contacted by a woman identifying herself as "Shruti," who claimed to represent Ashika Stock Broking — a registered firm. After investing an initial Rs 10,000 and receiving Rs 11,000 in return, Avneesh was convinced of the scheme's legitimacy and significantly increased his investment. Between March and April, Avneesh transferred a total of Rs 1.85 crore into various accounts suggested by the fraudsters. A fake trading portal showed his returns reaching Rs 10.81 crore. However, when he attempted to withdraw the funds, the scammers demanded a "commission" of Rs 71.66 lakh, raising his suspicion and ultimately prompting him to file a police complaint. In another case, Deenbandhu Pal, a resident of Ahilyabai Nagar in Kalyanpur, Gudamba, was defrauded of Rs 1.43 crore between March 18 and April 21. He too was ensnared through similar online tactics involving fake trading schemes and persuasive messaging over encrypted platforms. Others who lost money to the fraudsters are Prashant Kumar, SN Yadav, and RK Gupta. Police are currently coordinating with banks to freeze the beneficiary accounts and trace the digital trail of the perpetrators. The case adds to growing concerns over the misuse of social media platforms for financial fraud, particularly under the guise of investment schemes. Police have urged citizens to exercise caution and verify credentials before engaging in any online financial transactions, especially those promising high returns.
