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Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akshay Kumar on Paresh Rawal's Hera Pheri 3 exit, woman trepasses into Aditya Roy Kapur's Mumbai home, Jay Mehta's $75M KKR deal with SRK: Top 5 Entertainment News
Ready to dive into today's juiciest entertainment scoop? From Akshay Kumar finally speaking up about Paresh Rawal's Hera Pheri 3 exit, to a shocking trespass incident at Aditya Roy Kapur's Mumbai home, and Juhi Chawla's husband Jay Mehta revealing how people called him 'crazy' for investing $75 million with Shah Rukh Khan in KKR — here's your glam-packed scoop of the day! Akshay Kumar BREAKS silence on Paresh Rawal leaving 'Hera Pheri 3; takes a stand for his 'Welcome' co-star: 'I know him for 32 years' The actor was present at the trailer launch of 'Housefull 5' in Mumbai. He was asked by a journalist that people on the internet are saying that 'Paresh Rawal is really foolish to leave the franchise. ' When asked to react to this, Akshay said, "Firstly, I'll like to tell you that using such kind of word for my co-star, foolish, is something I'd not appreciate. That's not right. I have been working with him for the last 32 years. We are very good friends. He's a great actor. I really admire him." He added, "I don't think this is a place where I am going to talk about it a very serious matter. It is a matter which is going to be handled by the courts. Hence, I dont think I am going to speak about it here." Woman trespasses into Aditya Roy Kapur's home in Mumbai, complaint filed against her Aditya Roy Kapur has a huge fan following, especially among females and here's a proof of that. A fan entered his house with gifts and the police has now filed an FIR against her. On Monday evening, a woman allegedly gained unauthorized access to Bollywood actor Aditya Roy Kapur's residence in Bandra West, Mumbai, while he was away for a film shoot. The incident has sparked concern over celebrity security, as police registered a case of trespassing against the intruder. Urvashi Rautela strikes back at Diet Sabya: Clears the air on Cannes photoshoot controversy Bollywood actor and former beauty queen Urvashi Rautela has broken her silence after facing online flak for allegedly obstructing a hotel stairway during a photoshoot at the Cannes Film Festival. Addressing the controversy head-on, Urvashi Rautela took to Instagram to hit back at the popular fashion watchdog page Diet Sabya, accusing them of spreading 'baseless narratives' to bring her down. In a strongly-worded statement, she clarified that her team had obtained official permission to shoot at the location and slammed the anonymous page as a 'paid troll' with no credibility. Her post, addressed to global fans and supporters, was both a defense of her actions and a broader call-out of online bullying. Juhi Chawla's husband Jay Mehta recalls bold $75 million KKR investment with Shah Rukh Khan: 'People said I was crazy' In a conversation shared on the Institute for Management Development (IMD) YouTube channel, Mehta revealed that his decision to invest came at a time when his own business was facing financial difficulties. 'In between all this, when we were also going through difficult times, I got an opportunity to invest in cricket,' he shared. He acknowledged that people around him thought he was making a big mistake. 'Everybody said you are crazy, completely crazy. I said, 'Look, I really believe in this. I want to do it.'' The acquisition of the KKR franchise cost $75 million. Mehta recalled that he and his partner were among the few who understood the financial potential behind the business model. 'Other people were actually taking the document and not understanding the business model. When you looked at the business model, it was a cash flow model,' he explained. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's childhood PICS go viral, fans call Aaradhya Bachchan a mini version of the actress: 'We now know...' Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Aaradhya Bachchan always serve mother-daughter goals with their bonding. Recently also, Aaradhya was spotted with her mom at the Cannes Film Festival. Now after she won the internet with the Cannes look, Aishwarya fans are swooning over her throwback pictures that have gone viral on the internet. Some of these pictures are from her early modelling days while there are two childhood pictures which make fans feel that Aaradhya is just her spitting image. The fringe hairstyle further has people saying that they now know where the inspiration for Aaradhya's hairstyle came from. Akshay Kumar BREAKS silence on Paresh Rawal leaving 'Hera Pheri 3; takes a stand for his 'Welcome' co-star: 'I know him for 32 years' The actor was present at the trailer launch of 'Housefull 5' in Mumbai. He was asked by a journalist that people on the internet are saying that 'Paresh Rawal is really foolish to leave the franchise.' When asked to react to this, Akshay said, "Firstly, I'll like to tell you that using such kind of word for my co-star, foolish, is something I'd not appreciate. That's not right. I have been working with him for the last 32 years. We are very good friends. He's a great actor. I really admire him." He added, "I don't think this is a place where I am going to talk about it a very serious matter. It is a matter which is going to be handled by the courts. Hence, I dont think I am going to speak about it here." Woman trespasses into Aditya Roy Kapur's home in Mumbai, complaint filed against her Aditya Roy Kapur has a huge fan following, especially among females and here's a proof of that. A fan entered his house with gifts and the police has now filed an FIR against her. On Monday evening, a woman allegedly gained unauthorized access to Bollywood actor Aditya Roy Kapur's residence in Bandra West, Mumbai, while he was away for a film shoot. The incident has sparked concern over celebrity security, as police registered a case of trespassing against the intruder. Urvashi Rautela strikes back at Diet Sabya: Clears the air on Cannes photoshoot controversy Bollywood actor and former beauty queen Urvashi Rautela has broken her silence after facing online flak for allegedly obstructing a hotel stairway during a photoshoot at the Cannes Film Festival. Addressing the controversy head-on, Urvashi Rautela took to Instagram to hit back at the popular fashion watchdog page Diet Sabya, accusing them of spreading 'baseless narratives' to bring her down. In a strongly-worded statement, she clarified that her team had obtained official permission to shoot at the location and slammed the anonymous page as a 'paid troll' with no credibility. Her post, addressed to global fans and supporters, was both a defense of her actions and a broader call-out of online bullying. Juhi Chawla's husband Jay Mehta recalls bold $75 million KKR investment with Shah Rukh Khan: 'People said I was crazy' In a conversation shared on the Institute for Management Development (IMD) YouTube channel, Mehta revealed that his decision to invest came at a time when his own business was facing financial difficulties. 'In between all this, when we were also going through difficult times, I got an opportunity to invest in cricket,' he shared. He acknowledged that people around him thought he was making a big mistake. 'Everybody said you are crazy, completely crazy. I said, 'Look, I really believe in this. I want to do it.'' The acquisition of the KKR franchise cost $75 million. Mehta recalled that he and his partner were among the few who understood the financial potential behind the business model. 'Other people were actually taking the document and not understanding the business model. When you looked at the business model, it was a cash flow model,' he explained. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's childhood PICS go viral, fans call Aaradhya Bachchan a mini version of the actress: 'We now know...' Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Aaradhya Bachchan always serve mother-daughter goals with their bonding. Recently also, Aaradhya was spotted with her mom at the Cannes Film Festival. Now after she won the internet with the Cannes look, Aishwarya fans are swooning over her throwback pictures that have gone viral on the internet. Some of these pictures are from her early modelling days while there are two childhood pictures which make fans feel that Aaradhya is just her spitting image. The fringe hairstyle further has people saying that they now know where the inspiration for Aaradhya's hairstyle came from. 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CairoScene
14-05-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Dubai Ranks 4th Best Smart City Globally in 2025
Dubai has been named the world's fourth best smart city in the 2025 IMD Index, highlighting its progress in digital governance, smart mobility, and sustainable urban planning. May 13, 2025 Dubai has secured 4th place in the 2025 IMD Smart City Index, marking a significant rise in the global ranking and positioning it ahead of cities such as Zurich and Oslo. The annual index, published by the Swiss-based Institute for Management Development (IMD), measures how cities use technology to enhance quality of life and urban efficiency. The ranking reflects Dubai's accelerated adoption of smart services across sectors. Digital platforms are now central to everyday life—from healthcare and licensing to civil services—with user satisfaction rates exceeding 84% in online appointment bookings and document processing, according to official data. In transport, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out a series of digital upgrades, including real-time parking systems and citywide bike-sharing networks, placing smart mobility at the core of the city's infrastructure. These innovations contribute to reduced congestion and improved user experience, supporting Dubai's broader goals of urban efficiency. Dubai's smart city agenda also prioritises environmental sustainability. Initiatives like The Sustainable City offer operational models for low-emission communities, integrating renewable energy, waste reduction systems, and green architecture. These projects serve as benchmarks for net-zero development across the region. Looking ahead, Dubai will host the Smart City Expo in November 2025, bringing together policymakers, technologists, and urban designers to explore the future of connected cities. The event aims to foster global dialogue on data-driven planning, inclusive design, and innovation-led governance.
New York Times
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Jordan Chiles, Aly Raisman and the benefits of ‘mutual mentorship'
Editor's Note: This story is a part of Peak, The Athletic's new desk covering leadership, personal development and success through the lens of sports. Peak aims to connect readers to ideas they can implement in their own personal and professional lives. Follow Peak here. Standing in the lobby of a Vancouver hotel, Jordan Chiles had her head on a swivel as she pressed send on another text to her friend, gymnast Ragan Smith. OK, I'm in the lobby, can you come downstairs? Advertisement Chiles, days away from turning 13, was in town to watch the 2014 Pacific Rim Championships, a major international gymnastics competition held every two years. An aspiring and eager gymnast with natural talent, Chiles wanted to wish her friends good luck: Smith, Simone Biles and in particular 19-year-old Aly Raisman, one of the more experienced gymnasts with whom she shared several similarities. Often given Raisman's assignments during practices, Chiles felt honored to have recently learned her famous tumbling pass. But there was one problem with her plan. 'Everything was very, very strict during that time frame,' Chiles said. 'For them to even want to see me was a huge thing.' Once she made it upstairs and into Raisman's room, thanks to some help from Smith, Chiles didn't have a plan other than to just show her support. 'Hey girly!' Chiles said. 'What's up!' 'Oh my gosh,' Raisman said. 'How did you get in our hotel room?' 'Don't worry about it. I'm here!' Over the next 10 years, the two formed a close bond, with the seven-year age difference inciting a mentorship dynamic early on. Raisman's veteran presence and variety of experiences led Chiles to take advice from her seriously. She learned from Raisman how to navigate unfamiliar situations and that it was OK to do things differently. To Chiles, Raisman's perspective was unique and comforting. Over time, though, something else happened: Raisman started to learn and benefit from Chiles, too. Their relationship is what Jennifer Jordan, a professor of leadership and organizational behavior at the Institute for Management Development in Switzerland, calls a 'perfect example of mutual mentorship.' The idea is that a healthy mentorship should actually be a two-way street. While the benefits may initially be one-sided, both people should eventually feel the relationship has contributed to their development in some way. And while the mentee's benefits are often more obvious, the mentor is also able to learn and gain new perspectives and ideas. 'That openness to learning, that support, that sharing of information, it's essentially leadership,' Jordan said. 'I wouldn't even say it makes them better leaders. What they're doing is showing leadership through this relationship.' As one of the younger gymnasts at national training camp each month, Chiles' humor would occasionally score her an invitation to the older girls' cabin. A self-described jokester, she connected with her teammates quickly, including Raisman. Following practices at the ranch, their conversations grew longer, especially as the pressure crept in. Advertisement 'The training,' Raisman said, 'was so intense.' Using her own experiences to guide Chiles through the pre-practice jitters and doubts, Raisman wanted to be a source of encouragement. Look, I've been in your shoes before. I understand everything you're going through. You've got this. 'She just has that knowledge,' Chiles said. 'An understanding of what it's like. And how it's been.' She joked that much of Raisman's wisdom can be found underneath the alter ego her teammates gave her years ago: Grandma Aly. 'Aly is just a very old soul,' Chiles said. 'That's how I see it. An old soul type of girl. When you have somebody like that, you can get a different perspective of what your sport can be. And you can navigate it differently then.' One day at the ranch, Chiles was sitting outside her cabin in between practices, laughing with some of the other younger gymnasts. While they were talking, the door to another cabin opened and Raisman walked out. 'Guys, I'm trying to sleep,' she said. 'Can you keep it down a little?' Chiles and the other girls looked around at one another. 'We couldn't stop laughing,' Chiles said. In countless ways, Raisman forged her own path, never worrying about whether she was untraditional or not. Chiles clung to messages like that. 'She has taught me so many things about what it's like to be not a common gymnast,' Chiles said. 'She wasn't like everybody else. She had her own ways. And she embraced those and made sure that those were the things she was authentic to because that's who she is.' That message has manifested itself in Chiles' career decisions, like making changes in her coaching and training, as well as choosing to be bold while competing. At the most recent Olympic Trials in Minneapolis in June, she was interacting with the crowd in between her events, causing much of the audience to join her in clapping and dancing. Advertisement Raisman, who retired from international competition in 2020, watched from the stands. 'It made me so happy to see,' Raisman said. 'I think Jordan shows people that you can be authentically yourself and it's also helping her be the best gymnast she can be.' For Raisman, having a personality like Chiles' around was a refreshing source of positivity. She found her attitude 'really inspiring' and tried to absorb her energy, wanting to learn from her ability to put a positive spin on any situation. 'Even when I was younger, and Jordan was younger than me, I still would go to Jordan,' she said. 'It doesn't matter someone's age.' At a competition before the 2016 Olympics, Raisman was getting ready for vault while battling a bout of anxiety. Chiles, who was in the stands, came over to talk to her. 'You become so close that you can almost communicate with a look,' Raisman said. Like Raisman had done for her so many times, Chiles offered words of encouragement. You know how to do this. Take it one thing at a time. Just be you. Aly, nobody can take this away from you. You shine in so many ways. This is the hardest thing and you just have to keep pushing. Chiles had always offered that support and comfort to Raisman. Before competing at Olympic Trials in 2016, amid the nerves and stress, Raisman saw Chiles, who was there just to watch the competition. The two hugged. Raisman looked at Chiles and said, 'You're my good luck charm.' Chiles, now a junior at UCLA and one of the top gymnasts in the country, is trying to pass down what Raisman did for her to other young gymnasts. 'The encouraging words that she has told me, I have told to the younger generation,' she said. 'It's like when somebody loves you in a way that you want to be able to love others the same way.' The power of Raisman's influence is still there. At a college meet in January, Chiles was about to compete when she looked over and saw Raisman, who was there to broadcast the competition. Raisman was nervous, as she usually is when she commentates. Before Chiles performed, she walked over to Raisman and smiled. Advertisement 'Aly,' she said, 'You're my good luck charm this time.' A small thing, but it was exactly what each of them needed to hear to relax. Chiles crushed her events. Raisman felt less nervous. 'It's a moment of supporting each other in whatever stage we are in life,' Raisman said. 'It's very special. I feel very grateful for that.' Elise Devlin is a writer for Peak, The Athletic's new desk covering leadership, personal development and success. She last wrote about Tara VanDerveer's curiosity as a leader. Follow Peak here. (Illustration: Kelsea Petersen / The Athletic; Ronald Martinez / Getty Images, Jamie Squire / Getty Images)
