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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Did you know Dhirubhai and Kokilaben Ambani were opposed to Anil Ambani's marriage to Tina Munim?
Anil Ambani and Tina Munim's love story faced family opposition due to her Bollywood background. They separated but reunited after years apart. With his family's eventual approval, they married in 1991 and have since shared over 30 years together, raising two sons, Jai Anmol and Jai Anshul. Though Mukesh Ambani often commands the spotlight as India and Asia's wealthiest magnate, his younger brother Anil Ambani holds his own reputation in the business world as Chairman and Managing Director of the Reliance Group. Off the corporate stage, Anil's life twists with that of former Bollywood star Tina Munim . Interestingly, despite the family's prominence, his parents, Dhirubhai and Kokilaben Ambani, initially opposed their youngest son's choice to marry Tina. Anil's First Sight of Tina After finishing his MBA at Wharton in 1983, Anil noticed Tina for the first time at a wedding. Although there were no sparks of romance in that moment, Tina caught his attention right away. Anil later recalled that what made Tina memorable was her bold choice of wearing a black saree—a rare sight at a traditional Hindu wedding, making her stand out from the guests. They didn't interact during that occasion, but destiny moderated a few months later when a mutual friend introduced them in Philadelphia. At that meeting, however, Tina's experience as a popular actress led her to politely decline Anil's suggestion of a date, as she was already used to receiving attention from admirers. Rekindling Love and Family Opposition In a twist of destiny, Anil and Tina crossed paths again in 1986, thanks to an introduction by Tina's nephew, eager to connect two Gujaratis. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AirSense 11 – Smart tech for deep sleep ResMed Buy Now Undo Their first date sparked a quick connection, and their feelings grew rapidly. Yet, the developing romance hit a roadblock when Anil's parents discovered he was involved with a Bollywood actress. Holding strong reservations about the film industry, the Ambani family opposed the relationship, forcing Anil and Tina to part ways despite their deep affection. Separate Paths and Renewed Commitment After parting ways, Tina relocated to the United States to study interior design, and during this period, she and Anil lost contact. Their connection was renewed only when Anil reached out to check on her safety following an earthquake in Los Angeles. Although Tina was trying to move forward, Anil remained devoted, rejecting all other arranged marriage proposals for four years. Eventually, Anil's family relented and supported his decision to marry Tina. He then urged her to return to India. Hesitant at first, Tina delayed her return until Anil gave her an ultimatum: come back or he would sever communication. Faced with this, Tina returned, only to be warmly welcomed by Anil the very next day. Marriage plans had already been set with her family's approval, culminating in their traditional Gujarati wedding on February 2, 1991, an enduring tale of love, patience, and persistence against the odds. A Lasting Bond Anil and Tina have shared their lives for more than 30 years and are proud parents to two sons, Jai Anmol and Jai Anshul.
News18
6 days ago
- News18
Delhi ‘Most Abusive' In India, Gen-Z Blame OTT, Video Games
Last Updated: Shockingly, 80% of respondents from Delhi admitted to regularly using abusive language. A new study has revealed that Delhi tops the list when it comes to the 'use of abusive language in India". Conducted by the Selfie with Daughter Foundation in collaboration with Maharishi Dayanand University, the research spanned 11 years and included data from nearly 70,000 participants, ranging from students and teachers to doctors, auto drivers, and police personnel. Shockingly, 80% of respondents from Delhi admitted to regularly using abusive language, much of it directed at women. The study also found that verbal abuse isn't limited to men, many women, too, were found to use such language. According to the survey, 80% of people in Delhi admitted to using abusive language, with most of it directed at women. What's more concerning is that 30% of the women surveyed also acknowledged using such language. The study highlights that this isn't just a casual habit; it's a growing social issue that demands urgent attention. After Delhi, Punjab ranked second, with 78% of people accepting that they use abusive language. Uttar Pradesh and Bihar followed closely, with 74% each. Rajasthan came next with 68%, while Haryana recorded 62%. In the western region, Maharashtra had a lower rate at 58% and Gujarat was slightly below that at 55%. Madhya Pradesh reported 48% and Uttarakhand had the lowest among the listed states at 45%. In sharp contrast, North-East region stands between 20% and 30%. Jammu and Kashmir recorded the lowest in India, with just 15% of people admitting they use such language. The survey was led by Dr. Sunil Jaglan, a researcher at Maharshi Dayanand University and the founder of the Selfie with Daughter Foundation, for the campaign called Gaali Band Ghar Abhiyan. While Gujaratis are mostly known for their polite way of speaking, in some areas and among younger groups, casual, abusive words are often used jokingly among friends. In Madhya Pradesh, especially in village-side areas, local dialects sometimes include strong words that might sound abusive, even if not always meant in anger. In bigger cities like Mumbai and Pune, the daily stress, traffic and fast-paced life can lead to frustration, due to which people can use harsh language more. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 15:15 IST 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.
NDTV
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
'Jeetu Bhai, Many Have Been Killed': A Journalist Recounts 2006 Mumbai Train Blasts
July 11, 2006, was a Tuesday, and I had taken a compensatory day off from work because on the previous Sunday, I was on duty. Some miscreants had desecrated the statue of Meenatai, Bal Thackeray's wife, at Shivaji Park. This enraged the Shiv Sainiks, and they went on a rampage. A private bus was set on fire, and the police had to fire tear gas shells to disperse frenzied Shiv Sainiks. On Monday, I was busy doing a follow-up story on the violence. It was only on Tuesday that my editor allowed a day off. I planned for a relaxed evening at South Mumbai's New Excelsior Cinema, where the Hrithik Roshan-starred movie Krrish was being screened. Just as the movie began, my mobile phone rang. "JEETU BHAI!!! A BOMB HAS EXPLODED IN A TRAIN OUTSIDE MY BUILDING! THERE IS CHAOS ALL AROUND. MANY PEOPLE HAVE BEEN KILLED. SEND A CAMERA UNIT FAST.' Odysteven Gomes, the Operations Manager at my news channel, screamed on the phone. Gomes stayed at Khar in a building next to the railway tracks. Being an employee of a news organisation, his immediate response to the event was to alert me. Back then, all mobile phones didn't have cameras, and a camera team had to be instantly sent to the location for the incident's coverage. I hastily left the cinema hall and rang the cops to get more details. Six more bomb blasts had taken place in first-class compartments of different local trains. After informing my office and directing camera teams to reach the spots, I rushed to Matunga Road, one of the nearest blast locations. It started raining midway, and I reached the station entirely drenched. My cameraman was already there. The metal body of the train was completely mangled and its pieces minced with bone, blood, and flesh. Local people gathered to speed up the relief work, but the intensified rains hindered the rescue operation. Targeting Gujaratis Since all the affected trains ran on the Western Railway line, I could apprehend that the conspiracy was another attempt by the terrorist organisations to avenge the Gujarat riots. The Western Railway connects suburbs like Khar, Santacruz, Vile Parle, Goregaon, Malad, Kandivali, Borivali, Meera Road and Bhayendar, which are densely populated by Gujaratis. The bombs exploded after 6 pm, when the Bombay Stock Exchange shuts down and the stockbrokers, mostly Gujaratis, head to their suburban homes. A look at the blasts' chronology showed that everything happened within eleven minutes. The first blast took place at 6:24 pm on the train heading towards Borivali near Khar station. It was the blast that Odysteven Gomes had witnessed and alerted me about. This was followed by six other blasts in trains near or within the premises of Matunga Road, Mahim, Bandra, Jogeshwari and Khar stations. The last bomb went off at 6:35 pm on a Virar-bound local train near Borivali. It took over a week to ascertain the total number of casualties, which turned out to be 209. Over 700 passengers were injured. Among the killed was my favourite Hindi poet, Shyam Jwalamukhi. He was famous for his humorous and satirical poems. Jwalamukhi was not a regular local train traveller, but boarded one that evening to return from Thane after some work. Overcrowded Buses, Choked Roads With the bombings at multiple locations, the Western Railway became totally dysfunctional. The impact of the train shutdown affected the road traffic. All arterial roads from South Mumbai to the North-Western suburbs were choked. People pushed themselves into overcrowded BEST buses and taxis to reach home. Many clung to trucks and pickup vans. Several people stayed back at their offices or other known residences in South Mumbai that night. The investigations that followed ignited a controversy, with different investigating agencies coming up with different suspects of the bombings. A week after the bombings, a Hindi TV channel received an email from an obscure, never-heard-of-before organisation, Lashkar-e-Qahhar. The organisation owned up to the blasts and threatened more in the future. The Blasts In Madrid And London The Mumbai train blasts were a close replication of the blasts that occurred in Madrid in 2004 and London in 2005. On March 11, 2004, four bombs exploded on different local trains in Madrid within ten minutes, killing 191 people and injuring 1,800. The mass transit system of the capital city of Spain was attacked in the early morning rush hours, when people left home to commute to their place of work. Next year on July 7, 2005, three bombs exploded in London's underground trains, and a fourth one exploded in a double-decker bus. Like Madrid, the mass transport system in London was also bombed during the morning rush. The blasts claimed 52 lives. Who Was Behind The Attack? The Maharashtra ATS claimed to have unearthed the conspiracy a few weeks later and charged 12 people. Reportedly, the conspiracy of the train blasts was engineered at the behest of the Pakistani agency ISI (Inter-Services Intelligence) and was executed by Lashkar-e-Taiba, with the help of SIMI (Students Islamic Movement of India). The bombs were put in pressure cookers at slums in Govandi and then planted on the trains. However, there was a twist in the story when, in 2008, the Mumbai Crime Branch arrested Sadiq Shaikh, an alleged member of the terror outfit Indian Mujahideen. As per the Crime Branch, Indian Mujahideen executed the conspiracy and Sadiq, along with others, planted the bombs. Contradicting the ATS, the Crime Branch claimed the bombs were assembled in a flat at Sewri. It led to scepticism over which set of the accused were the actual perpetrators. Did the ATS arrest the wrong people under political pressure to show results? The ATS stood by its story. In 2015, five alleged planters of the bombs arrested by the ATS were awarded the death penalty, seven were imprisoned for life, and one accused named Abdul Wahid was acquitted. (This is an excerpt from Jitendra Dixit's 2022 book Bombay After Ayodhya: A City in Flux, published by HarperCollins India. Only subheadings and paragraph breaks have been added by NDTV for readers' ease. These are the personal views of the author.) Disclaimer: The author and publisher of the book are solely responsible for the contents of the book or any excerpt derived therefrom. NDTV shall not be responsible or liable for any claims arising from the contents of the book including any claims of defamation, infringement of intellectual property rights or any other right of any third party or of law.
New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Congress, AAP, Patidar leaders demand FIR against Raj Thackeray over remarks on Sardar Patel, Morarji Desai
AHMEDABAD: The Congress, AAP and Patidar leaders in Gujarat have criticised Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray over his comments about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and former Prime Minister Morarji Desai. They have also demanded a ban on Thackeray's entry to Gujarat and an FIR against him. Addressing a rally in Maharashtra's Thane district on Friday, the MNS chief said when migrants from Bihar were "beaten up and driven away" in Gujarat, it did not become an issue, but a minor incident in Maharashtra became a national issue. He also referred to Morarji Desai and Sardar Patel's alleged anti-Marathi stand after independence. Over the past few weeks, MNS workers have been aggressively demanding that those living in Maharashtra learn Marathi. They have also assaulted a few shopkeepers for failing to respond in Marathi. Gujarat Congress' newly appointed president Amit Chavda on Sunday said making a statement against 'Sardar Saheb' was akin to throwing dust in front of the sun. 'If you do politics on the soil of Gujarat, you will get an answer,' he added. Aam Aadmi Party's state president Isudan Gadhvi said Gujaratis will never tolerate Thackeray's remarks. 'Your politics is not working, so you are insulting not only the Gujarati people but also the leader of the entire country, Sardar Patel,' he said. Gadhvi appealed to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and state BJP president CR Paatil to get an FIR registered against Thackeray. 'Sardar Patel united 565 princely states and created a united India. When Sardar Patel passed away, he had only Rs 261 in his account. Yet, some Maharashtra leaders are trying to further their political agenda by using derogatory language for such a great personality,' he said.
India Today
21-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Raj Thackeray's comment on Sardar Patel sparks backlash from Congress, AAP
The Congress, AAP and Patidar leaders in Gujarat on Sunday lashed out at Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray over his remarks about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and former prime minister Morarji also demanded a ban on Thackeray's entry to Gujarat and an FIR against a rally in Thane district on Friday, the MNS chief had said that when migrants from Bihar were "beaten up and driven away" in Gujarat, it did not become an issue, but a minor incident in Maharashtra became a national He also referred to Morarji Desai and Sardar Patel's alleged anti-Marathi stand after the past few weeks, MNS workers have been aggressively demanding that those living in Maharashtra learn Marathi. They have also assaulted a few shopkeepers for failing to respond in Congress' newly appointed president Amit Chavda said that making a statement against "Sardar Saheb" was akin to throwing dust in front of the sun."If you do politics on the soil of Gujarat, you will get an answer," he said. Aam Aadmi Party's state president Isudan Gadhvi said Gujaratis will never tolerate Thackeray's remarks."Your politics is not working, so you are insulting not only the Gujarati people but also the leader of the entire country, Sardar Patel," he said, and appealed to Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and state BJP president CR Paatil to get an FIR registered against Thackeray."Sardar Patel united 565 princely states and created a united India. When Sardar Patel passed away, he had only Rs 261 in his account. Yet, some Maharashtra leaders are trying to further their political agenda by using derogatory language for such a great personality," he leader Manoj Panara submitted a petition to the police in Morbi city demanding a sedition case against Thackeray and a ban on his entry to Gujarat."We strongly condemn the comments he made about Sardar Saheb and former PM Morarji Desai. In the coming days, we will knock on the doors of the courts and offices and take legal action against him," he leader Alpesh Kathiria said Thackeray has no right to insult national of Sardar Patel Group Lalji Patel, and Patidar Yuva Sangh led by Manoj Panara have also condemned Thackeray's statements. Panara has demanded that the MNS chief, whose mentality he termed "narrow", be banned from entering Patel alleged that Thackeray has always been anti-Gujarati. "He will never become a national leader unless he changes his stance against people from other states," Lalji Patel added.- EndsMust Watch
