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News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Priyanka Chopra Gets Belated Birthday Wish From Father-In-Law: ‘One Day Late Since…'
Last Updated: Nick Jonas' father Paul Kevin Jonas shared a sweet wish for Priyanka Chopra on her 43rd birthday. He also explained the reason behind the belated post. Desi Girl Priyanka Chopra Jonas turned 43 on July 18, and she had a blast celebrating with her hubby Nick Jonas, their daughter Malti Marie, and other family members. Social media was flooded with heartfelt birthday wishes for PeeCee on Friday. Paul Kevin Jonas Sr., the actress's father-in-law, shared a heartfelt birthday message—albeit a day late. In his post, he also revealed the reason behind the belated message, explaining that they were actually celebrating her birthday in person. Priyanka Chopra 's father-in-law Paul Kevin Jonas shared a lovely family picture on Instagram, featuring him, PeeCee, Nick Jonas, Denise Miller-Jonas, Madhu Chopra and Siddharth Chopra. The happy picture is from their roka ceremony. In his birthday wish for Priyanka, her father-in-law wrote, 'Happy birthday sweet daughter. I love the joy you bring to all of our lives!" Explaining the reason behind the belated post, he added in the caption, 'One day late since we were ACTUALLY celebrating together ON your birthday. We love you so much!" Check out the post below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Papa Kevin Jonas (@papakjonas) Priyanka Chopra commented on the post, and wrote, 'Thank you so much senior love you." 'Love that you all got to be together this year!" wrote one fan, while another one commented, 'I love that papa K is just a normal father in law." Priyanka Chopra's 43 rd Birthday Celebration Priyanka Chopra celebrated her 43rd birthday in a tropical paradise with husband Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie, and the vacation looked like something straight out of a dream. While the exact location remains under wraps, looks like the couple escaped to a luxurious beach resort complete with pristine waters, powdery sand and swing sets over the ocean. On Sunday, Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra gave fans a glimpse into their sun-kissed getaway by posting a series of candid photos from the celebration on Instagram. Priyanka captioned the photos, 'Winning at life. Grateful. Thank you all for the birthday wishes, messages and calls. My heart is full." Nick, on the other hand, wrote, 'Nothing brings me more joy in this life than celebrating you @priyankachopra happy birthday my love." view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I found little-known UK spot where you can get huge ice cream for bargain price'
Ice cream is a classic summer dessert and a London foodie has found a hidden gem in the capital that serves giant soft-serve ice cream cones for less than you might think More and more it's getting harder to find small luxuries at a low price. As a result of inflation and the rising cost of living, many people have had to cut back on treats like takeaways or desserts but one London foodie has found a little-known spot in the capital city that sells a huge serving of ice cream for less than £5. The social media user @london_bite_and_vogue describes herself as a 'Desi foodie in London' and she focuses on hunting for vegetarian cuisine and hidden gems in the UK. In a video on TikTok, she showed an enormous soft serve ice cream cone that would be perfect to enjoy today (Sunday, July 20) as it is National Ice Cream Day. The clip shows the foodie using an ice cream machine to get two towering ice cream cones with different colours. It has gained significant attention with 525,800 views, 15,600 likes and more than 250 comments, at the time of writing. Although the TikTok user didn't say where she got the huge ice cream from, a user in the comments section revealed that it is from Kabul Korner restaurant and takeaway in Harrow, London. The eatery shared a post on Instagram promoting its huge ice cream cones where it stated that a single is £2.50 and a double is £3.50. This is quite reasonable as according to Park Holidays, the average price for a Mr Whippy in London is £4.10 per ice cream cone. Kabul Korner offers ice cream in various flavours, including mango and pistachio. Viewers who saw the TikTok video by the 'Desi foodie' were shocked at the price of the ice cream. One said: 'Omg that can't be £2.' Another called it a 'bargain' and a third viewer commented: 'In Italy it will cost you 40 euros each.' A seemingly big fan of the chilled dessert chimed in: 'Omg yes please I'll take 4.' Others highlighted the appearance of the ice cream as one viewer noted: 'That actually looks so pretty.' However, some people in the comments section weren't keen on the size of the ice cream. A viewer remarked: 'No thanks, way too big. I will stick with the regular ones, plus this is sugar overload!' Another questioned: 'Who could eat all that ice cream?' Some viewers found humour in how big the ice cream is. One joked: 'This will take me a whole day to finish. By the time I finish it it's gonna be all over my clothes!' Someone who has tried the Kabul Korner giant ice cream shared: 'Been to this place. To start eating this ice cream from a respectable position, you have to hold it down in your ankles.' A different viewer gave a suggestion: 'Bring a large Tupperware so you can put the ice cream and cone in there. And share with friends and family. And save it from falling on the floor.' While a giant soft serve ice cream cone might not be everyone's idea of a great summer dessert, this treat from Kabul Korner is ideal for budget-conscious foodies or those who want something a bit different to a regular ice cream.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
From formals to ethnics: Priyanka Chopra serves the best looks
From formals to ethnics: Priyanka Chopra serves the best looks July 18, 2025 Whether it's classy formals, casual airport looks, or beautiful ethnics, Priyanka's fashion game is always on point. Here are some of her best looks that can be inspiration for your next outfits. In this red, sleek outfit, she looks so powerful, giving boss lady vibes. The classy blazer and pants, paired with golden earrings, are truly making the fashion statement. Classy formals Priyanka serves the not-so-basic airport looks. She was seen wearing a black leather jacket paired with grey jeans, and she completed the look with a black cap. Airport looks If you're looking for outfit inspiration to beat the summer heat, Priyanka's look is spot on. She looks effortlessly adorable in a breezy blue co-ord set paired with white sandals. Casual summer outfits She doesn't only enter the event, she owns it. She looked so beautiful in a white ball gown at Cannes. With every red carpet event, she brings elegance, and class. Perfect red carpet look Priyanka gave the OG desi girl vibe in berry rouge, Manish Malhotra saree. She paired it with a white pearl necklace and stylish shades. Desi girl Priyanka shines in a celestial blue lehenga at her brother's wedding. This could be the perfect inspiration for the next wedding you are going to attend. Glamorous groom's sister
What's On
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- What's On
Dubai's getting a new music institute this October - What's On
Dubai's music scene is about to hit a higher note. Opening this October in Dubai Knowledge Park, the brand-new Digital Renaissance Music Institute promises to be a game-changer for the region's next generation of producers, DJs, vocalists, and sonic innovators. Positioned as more than just a music school, the Institute is designed as a fully equipped professional studio space where learning happens through doing. Whether you're into hip-hop, EDM, jazz, or sonic storytelling, students will get hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment, guided by a diverse roster of mentors and working artists. At its core, the school reflects Dubai's multicultural pulse – Arab, Desi, Pinoy, African, and Western influences all come together in a creative melting pot where music is not just sound but an expression of identity. Co-founder Dmitry Panov sums it up: 'We're not building a conservatory — we're igniting a movement that champions creative risk, communal growth, and the freedom to show up authentically.' Students can expect: Access to professional-grade studios with both one-on-one and group mentoring sessions. Opportunities to release original music on streaming platforms and perform live across Dubai's buzzing nightlife scene. Workshops ranging from songwriting labs to DJ masterclasses. The faculty already includes regional talents like Arabic hip-hop artist Tayeb Santo and DJ/producer Cyrill Reaidy, with more big names to be announced by August. Guest artists from the Middle East and beyond will also drop in for pop-up residencies and collaborations. With its intimate, modular space designed more like a creative hub than a classroom, the Institute aims to place Dubai at the heart of a global cultural movement where subcultures from the Global South are shaping the next wave of pop. Applications for the October 2025 cohort are now open, with early interview access for those who apply before August 31. Ready to create the soundtrack of the future? Get on the list via
Time of India
7 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Kutch's famous dates fall victim to its rain bounty
Rajkot: A group of 130 agricultural scientists, researchers and students — including experts from the United States, Morocco and Finland — gathered in Bhuj last month to address the future of Kutch's renowned date palm cultivation. Once a rain-deficient region, Kutch has seen a vast shift in its climate in recent years — with increased rainfall and frequent cyclones — threatening the very existence of its famous dates. What worries experts is the uniqueness of Kutch's date palms. The region has 140-odd varieties and genotypes of varying sizes and shapes, according to the Date Palm Research Centre in Mundra, run by Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University. The international conference, titled "Technological Innovations and Sustainable Development in Date Palm", focused on developing climate-resilient varieties of date palms. Experts emphasized the urgent need for research and biotechnology to address changing agro-climatic challenges. Traditionally, date palms in Kutch would start bearing fruit from the last week of May through to early June, with the harvest stretching till Aug. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo In the past, the monsoon arrived in late July or early August — after the bulk of the harvest was completed. Climate change has altered this. The monsoon rain now starts as early as June 15, damaging ripening fruits, rupturing their skin, spoiling their taste and rendering them unsellable. C M Murlidharan, secretary of the Indian Date Palm Society, said, "The number of rainy days in Kutch has risen from 11 a year to 38. Annual rainfall has gone from 340mm to 1,200mm. Due to this, date growers are facing crop losses of 30% to 40% every year." He further emphasized the need for biotech intervention, saying, "We need to develop rain-resistant fruit or promote early maturing varieties, which bear fruit before the monsoon." Farmers echoed these concerns, noting that date palms need high temperatures in May for proper fruit setting. In recent years, unseasonal rain and cyclones in May have disrupted this. Vikramsinh Jadeja, a date grower from Anjar taluka and president of the Kutch Date Palm Growers Association, said: "Due to the threat of rain, farmers are forced to harvest unripe dates. Consumers don't prefer these, which leads to low demand and low prices." He added that while some early-maturing Desi varieties exist in certain pockets, most farmers — whether growing Desi or Barhi dates — are affected. "The Barhi variety, which comes later in the season, has no appeal if harvested half-ripe," he said. Roughly 25% of Kutch's date farmers have shifted to Barhi, a yellow variety known for its higher yield and sweeter taste. A single Barhi tree can yield around 250kg a season, compared to 150kg from Desi varieties. This has made it a consumer favourite and more profitable — in ideal conditions. Kapil Sharma, a scientist at the Date Palm Research Centre in Mundra, noted that Barhi's late maturing has backfired due to the shifting rain cycle: "In the past four to five years, Barhi growers suffered heavy losses. As this variety matures later it is more vulnerable to rain. Its cultivation also requires higher investment, amplifying the economic damage." Kutch currently has an estimated 20 lakh date trees on 19,000 hectares, with annual production averaging 1.8 lakh metric tonnes. Dates are grown in Mundra, Mandvi, Anjar, Bhachau, Rapar, Bhuj and Nakhatrana talukas. The region's aridity and the high tolerance of date palms to water salinity made it ideal for date farming. If farmers do not get scientific innovation in these changing climatic conditions, it will be difficult for them to bear such losses for more years. DATE WITH DESTINY Kutch has 140-odd varieties and genotypes of varying sizes and shapes The number of rainy days each year in Kutch has risen from 11 to 38 Annual rainfall has risen from 340mm to 1,200mm Most date varieties fall within two categories – Desi and Barhi 25% of Kutch's date growers rely on the Barhi type Barhi's late maturing has backfired due to the shifting rain cycle Kutch has an estimated 20 lakh date trees on 19,000 hectares, with annual production averaging 1.8 lakh metric tonnes
