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India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Kaun Banega Crorepati: 16 seasons of 'KBC' in 25 years, check winners who won jackpot; see full list
The journey of the most popular TV show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' started in the year 2000. The 17th season of 'KBC' is starting today, Monday. The audience eagerly awaits each season of this show hosted by Bollywood's veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan. So far, this show has produced many crorepatis. Let's know about the winners of all the previous seasons, who set a unique example of their intelligence and patience. Know all season winners of Kaun Banega Crorepati KBC- Season One Winner The first season of Kaun Banega Crorepati started on 3 July 2000. The first winner of this show was Harshvardhan Navathe, who was a resident of Mumbai. In this season, he got Rs 1 crore as prize money. KBC- Second Season Winner After about 5 years of the first season, the second season of KBC came on 5 August 2005. The winner of this season was Brijesh Dubey of Madhya Pradesh, who won one crore. KBC- Third Season Thethird season of KBC aired in the year 2007, which was hosted by Shahrukh Khan. There was no winner in this season. KBC- Fourth Season The fourth season of Kaun Banega Crorepati came on 2 August 2010. In this season, Rahat Tasleem of Jharkhand was declared the winner and he got one crore rupees. KBC- 5th Season The 5th season which was aired in 2011 was a great one. In this season, Sushil Kumar from Bihar won 5 crore rupees. Anil Kumar Sinha from Bihar also won the prize money of 1 crore. KBC- Sixth Season The sixth season of Kaun Banega Crorepati began in September 2012 and ran till January 2013. In this season, Sanmeet Kaur from Mumbai won Rs 5 crore. KBC- Seventh Season The KB seventh season aired in September 2013. In this season, two contestants won the prize money of Rs. 1 crore each. Firoz Fatima and Taj Mohammad Rangrez were the winners. KBC- Eighth Season The eighth season of Kaun Banega Crorepati came in the year 2014. In this season, two brothers from Delhi, Achin and Sarthak Narula, won Rs 7 crore. KBC- Ninth Season Talking about the ninth season, Anamika Majumdar from Jharkhand won a sum of Rs 1 crore. KBC- 10th Season In 2018, Biniti Jain from Guwahati won Rs 1 crore. KBC- 11th Season In this season of KBC, four contestants won Rs 1 crore. Sanoj Raj, Babita Taade, Ajit Kumar and Gautam Kumar Jha won the prize money of Rs 1 crore. KBC- 12th season was held from September 2020 to January 2021. In this season, two participants won Rs 1 crore each. Among these winners was Delhi officer Nazia Naseem, while the second winner was Himachal Pradesh IPS officer Mohita Sharma. KBC- 13th Season In this season which ran from August 2021 to December 2021, two crorepatis won one crore each. One of them was Himani Bundela and the other winner was Sahil Aditya Ahirwar. KBC- 14th Season The winner of this season, which aired in the year 2023, was Kavita Chawla, who won Rs 1 crore. KBC- 15th Season Jasneel Kumar became the winner of the 15th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati show, who won the title of Rs 1 crore. KBC- 16th Season Chander Prakash from Kashmir became the winner of the 16th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati show. He won the prize money of Rs 1 crore.
The Age
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
Brewery gets the cold gold shoulder
We actually anticipated readers changing beer topics from DA (C8) to KB, but initial responses are based around its meaning. The Beer Police will tell you it stands for Kent Brewery, but that's apparently a divertissement. Max Redmayne of Drummoyne calls it a 'Killer Brew' while John Lees of Castlecrag and Dave Pyett of Maroubra have both opted for a long cold 'Kiddies Beer'. Kent Mayo of Uralla recalls: 'One Sunday in the 1950s, the vicar at the Penshurst Presbyterian Church (pron 'Chuch'), in his sermon on the evils of alcohol, held up a KB beer bottle, proclaiming that KB stood for 'Kills Boys'. Hilarious, eh? I noticed it was empty and, although I was only ten years old, whispered to the old bloke sitting next to me, 'He drank that last night, I reckon'.' It's a good idea to go to the experts. One is Ken Finlayson of East Corrimal: 'When Australian Playboy launched, some 55 years back, it included a beer tasting [story]. We young steelworks shift workers were appalled that Fosters got the nod from celebs who likely were more attuned to drinking Mateus. We then conducted our own poll at our regular early opener, where we arranged to sample beers from each state for a tasting after a night shift. It ended up with a drink-off between two Melbourne varieties. The results were submitted, and published in Australian Playboy No.2.' And while we're talking Mateus, Ross Millar of West Ryde recalls 'That the wonderful writer Kingsley Amis once said of Mateus Rose that 'both the price and the reputation owe more to the craft of the glassmaker than to that of the winemaker'.' 'It was my birthday last Sunday,' writes Mary Carde of Parrearra (Qld). 'My husband gave me a glorious bunch of flowers, bless him. He'd also purchased a lovely card featuring a beautiful image that he knew I'd love. Fortunately for him, just as he was about to enrich it with some profound words, he noticed it was a sympathy card, thus giving new meaning to 'coming within an inch of your life.' His, not mine!'
Sydney Morning Herald
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Brewery gets the cold gold shoulder
We actually anticipated readers changing beer topics from DA (C8) to KB, but initial responses are based around its meaning. The Beer Police will tell you it stands for Kent Brewery, but that's apparently a divertissement. Max Redmayne of Drummoyne calls it a 'Killer Brew' while John Lees of Castlecrag and Dave Pyett of Maroubra have both opted for a long cold 'Kiddies Beer'. Kent Mayo of Uralla recalls: 'One Sunday in the 1950s, the vicar at the Penshurst Presbyterian Church (pron 'Chuch'), in his sermon on the evils of alcohol, held up a KB beer bottle, proclaiming that KB stood for 'Kills Boys'. Hilarious, eh? I noticed it was empty and, although I was only ten years old, whispered to the old bloke sitting next to me, 'He drank that last night, I reckon'.' It's a good idea to go to the experts. One is Ken Finlayson of East Corrimal: 'When Australian Playboy launched, some 55 years back, it included a beer tasting [story]. We young steelworks shift workers were appalled that Fosters got the nod from celebs who likely were more attuned to drinking Mateus. We then conducted our own poll at our regular early opener, where we arranged to sample beers from each state for a tasting after a night shift. It ended up with a drink-off between two Melbourne varieties. The results were submitted, and published in Australian Playboy No.2.' And while we're talking Mateus, Ross Millar of West Ryde recalls 'That the wonderful writer Kingsley Amis once said of Mateus Rose that 'both the price and the reputation owe more to the craft of the glassmaker than to that of the winemaker'.' 'It was my birthday last Sunday,' writes Mary Carde of Parrearra (Qld). 'My husband gave me a glorious bunch of flowers, bless him. He'd also purchased a lovely card featuring a beautiful image that he knew I'd love. Fortunately for him, just as he was about to enrich it with some profound words, he noticed it was a sympathy card, thus giving new meaning to 'coming within an inch of your life.' His, not mine!'
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Korea Herald
30-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
[Editorial] Banking beyond margins
Korean banks reap outsized profits based on a risk-averse model that sidelines vital sectors South Korea's four largest financial groups — KB, Shinhan, Hana and Woori — posted a combined net profit of 10.33 trillion won ($7.42 billion) in the first half of 2025, setting a new record. What makes this figure striking is not only its magnitude but the underlying composition of these earnings. Despite four benchmark rate cuts by the Bank of Korea since late 2024, commercial banks promptly lowered deposit rates but were reluctant to reduce lending rates. As a result, the net interest margin — the difference between what banks pay depositors and what they charge borrowers — expanded sharply. Interest income now constitutes more than 75 percent of total bank revenue. Simply put, banks have reaped outsized profits largely by maintaining elevated lending rates and amid falling funding costs. Typically, lower base rates compress banks' margins as competition forces lenders to cut loan rates more quickly than deposit rates. South Korean banks, however, have defied this norm. The average spread between lending and deposit rates, roughly 0.5 percentage points in 2023, surged to over 1.3 points in the first five months of 2025. This extraordinary divergence reflects a blend of regulatory deference and muted competition, enabling banks to harvest windfall gains with little risk. Government policy has been complicit in this dynamic. Measures aimed at curbing household debt and cooling the overheated housing market have given banks both political cover and regulatory justification to keep lending rates high. Meanwhile, state-backed mortgage products, which now guarantee up to 90 percent of the principal, dominate new housing loans, sharply reducing the default risk for lenders and ensuring stable, low-volatility returns. The confluence of regulatory tightening and public guarantees has institutionalized a risk-averse lending model. Banks extend credit with minimal exposure and remain comfortably within regulatory bounds. Yet this model departs from the traditional role of banks as catalysts for economic growth. It encourages caution and disincentivizes the proactive capital deployment essential for innovation and structural transformation. Meanwhile, the real economy exhibits signs of strain. Growth remains sluggish, corporate investment cautious, and critical sectors like artificial intelligence, green energy and biopharmaceuticals remain undercapitalized. Lending to small and medium-sized enterprises increased by less than 1 percent in the first half of the year, while mortgage lending surged over 4 percent. This pattern signals capital flowing disproportionately into asset accumulation rather than productive enterprise — a troubling trend for South Korea's long-term productivity and competitiveness. Banks are more than mere custodians of savings. Their fundamental role in the economy is to identify viable opportunities, absorb risks and allocate capital to sectors capable of sustaining growth. South Korea's demographic headwinds and technological imperatives demand precisely this catalytic role. A banking system preoccupied with low-risk, short-term spreads is ill-suited to these challenges. President Lee Jae Myung has urged banks to move beyond reliance on interest income and play a more active role in supporting the real economy. The Financial Services Commission is reportedly developing guidelines to encourage longer-term investment in venture capital, listed equities and strategic sectors. These signals are welcome but belated. And mere exhortation will not suffice. What is required is a robust policy framework that rewards measured risk-taking. Instruments such as risk-sharing schemes, differentiated capital requirements and targeted incentives for innovation lending should be prioritized. Without such tools, banks will likely default to the safety and predictability of margin-driven profits. The stakes go beyond financial-sector efficiency. If banks continue to pocket record earnings while the innovation economy struggles for capital, South Korea could fall behind in the global contest for economic resilience. Banks can no longer afford to be passive observers of macroeconomic forces; their core mission must be to underpin and accelerate sustainable economic progress.
Business Wire
25-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Two New Communities in Highly Desirable Henderson, Nevada
HENDERSON, Nev.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KB Home (NYSE: KBH), one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the U.S., today announced the grand opening of Landings and Reserves at Caspian Bay, two new-home communities in highly desirable Henderson, Nevada, a city that offers a perfect balance of suburban charm, local culture and outdoor beauty. The new homes are designed for the way people live today, with popular features like modern kitchens overlooking large great rooms, expansive bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and ample storage space. The two-story homes at Landings feature up to five bedrooms and four baths, while the one- and two-story homes at Reserves offer up to five bedrooms and five baths. Homeowners will appreciate the proximity to schools and the planned community park, which will include open space, walking paths and shaded picnic areas. What sets KB Home apart is the company's focus on building strong, personal relationships with every customer, so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. Every KB home is uniquely built for each customer, so no two KB homes are the same. Homebuyers have the ability to personalize their new home, from floor plans to exterior styles to where they live in the community. Their home comes to life in the KB Home Design Studio, a one-of-a-kind experience where customers get both expert advice and the opportunity to select from a wide range of design choices that fit their style and their budget. Reflecting the company's commitment to creating an exceptional homebuying experience, KB Home is the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on homebuyer satisfaction surveys from a leading third-party review site. 'We are pleased to offer homebuyers in the Las Vegas area spacious new one- and two-story homes in the highly desirable city of Henderson,' said Jim McDade, President of KB Home's Las Vegas division. 'Landings and Reserves at Caspian Bay are close to schools and several popular parks, including Heritage Park, which features an aquatic center, splash pad, amphitheater, dog park and athletic courts and fields. Homeowners will also appreciate the planned on-site amenities, which will include a park with walking trails and shaded picnic areas. At KB Home, we're here to help you achieve your dream with a personalized new home built uniquely for you and your life.' Innovative design plays an essential role in every home KB builds. The company's floor plans inspire contemporary living, with a focus on roomy, light-filled spaces that have easy indoor/outdoor flow. KB homes are engineered to be highly energy and water efficient and include features that support healthier indoor environments. They are also designed to be ENERGY STAR ® certified — a standard that fewer than 12% of new homes nationwide meet — offering greater comfort, well-being and utility cost savings than new homes without certification. Landings and Reserves at Caspian Bay are in an ideal location that offers homebuyers an exceptional lifestyle. The communities are situated just off Boulder Highway at the corner of Weeks Bay River Road and Equestrian Drive, providing easy access to Interstate 11, Interstate 215, the Las Vegas Strip and Harry Reid International Airport. The two new neighborhoods are close to shopping, dining and entertainment at The District at Green Valley Ranch™, Galleria at Sunset and the Water Street District, a vibrant quarter of downtown Henderson filled with independent shops, galleries, restaurants and farmers' markets. Landings and Reserves at Caspian Bay are also close to several popular golf courses, hiking at Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area and River Mountains Loop Trail, and water sports at Lake Mead and Lake Las Vegas. The Landings and Reserves at Caspian Bay sales office and model homes are open for walk-in visits and private in-person tours by appointment. Homebuyers also have the flexibility to arrange a live video tour with a sales counselor. Pricing begins from the mid $400,000s. For more information on KB Home, call 888-KB-HOMES or visit About KB Home KB Home is one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the United States. We operate in 49 markets, have built nearly 700,000 quality homes in our more than 65-year history, and are honored to be the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on third-party buyer surveys. What sets KB Home apart is building strong, personal relationships with every customer and creating an exceptional experience that offers our homebuyers the ability to personalize their home based on what they value at a price they can afford. As the industry leader in sustainability, KB Home has achieved one of the highest residential energy-efficiency ratings and delivered more ENERGY STAR ® certified homes than any other builder, helping to lower the total cost of homeownership. For more information, visit
