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NDTV
6 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Actress Kritika Kamra Buys Mercedes-Benz E-Class Worth Rs 79.50 Lakh
Actress Kritika Kamra, recognized for her work in movies, television, and web series, has brought home a brand-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The car is one of the luxury sedans sold in the Indian market and comes at a starting price of Rs 79.50 lakh (ex-showroom). With this price tag, it is the third most expensive sedan in the brand's lineup sold in the Indian market, trailing behind the S-Class and the EQS, excluding models with the Maybach or AMG treatment. The update was shared via social media with pictures of Kritika taking delivery of her new ride. There are other pictures as well, which show the actress' mother performing rituals that are done when something new is bought. These photos also reveal that Kamra has chosen the Obsidian Black colour of the sedan. Besides this, the car is also available in High Tech Silver, Polar White, Nautic Blue, and Graphite Grey colours. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes with three versions: E200, E 450 4MATIC, and E220d. Each variant with a different powertrain. The E 450 gets a 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo-petrol that makes 381 hp and 500 Nm. The E200 houses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine with 204 hp, and the E220D gets a 2.0-litre diesel engine producing 197 hp of power. All three engines are paired with a mated to a 9-speed torque converter automatic. It could not be verified which of these powertrains has been chosen by Kritika Kamra. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mercedes-Benz Auto Hangar India Pvt Ltd (@autohangar) The Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes packed with features like reclining up to 36 degrees for rear passengers, extendable thigh support, comfort neck pillows, sun blinds for the quarter glass, and electrically operated blinds. It also gets Mercedes' Superscreen layout, consisting of a 14.4-inch central screen and a 12.3-inch passenger screen along with a 12.3-inch instrument panel. Probably, the aforementioned features, along with German engineering, are the reason why the car is popular among celebrities. It finds a home in the garage of celebrities like Gauahar Khan, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Kusha Kapila, and others.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Time of India
19-year-old college girl climbs Mt. Everest, shocks the entire nation
credit: X/CM@Sukhusukhvinder Surprised? We should be!. This wonder girl did something that many people tried but failed to do. Say hello to Kritika Sharma, a 19-year-old woman and college student from Himachal Pradesh who climbed the hearts and the tallest mountain in the world, scaling over 8,000ft. Her monumental achievement has captured nationwide attention, and she successfully scaled Mount Everest on May 18, 2025. Kritika belongs to a remote village of Gattadhar, within the Sangrah subdivision of Sirmaur district. With her historic climb, she took the Indian tricolour, NCC flag and college insignia to this 8,848m summit, symbolizing her respect for her country, her commitment to her career of choice and the spirit of Indian youth, all at once. With this achievement, she is India's first female NCC cadet to climb Mount Everest successfully and the first and youngest of Himachal Pradesh to do so. But we all know how this journey might have been challenging; we know, but Kritika experienced it. Her journey was not smooth in any way. From the moment she was chosen for the high-level NCC Everest expedition team, she went through months of intense training, both physical and mental conditioning. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo This included high-altitude trekking, technical mountaineering techniques and survival training in some of India's most challenging terrain. How did Kritika get ready for the expedition? Despite coming into contact with sub-zero temperatures, low oxygen levels, and unseasonal climatic conditions on Everest, Kritika's resolve and discipline never wavered. She crossed hazardous landscapes such as the Khumbu Icefall and infamous Hillary Step without incident, fighting against physical fatigue and altitude sickness. Her success has not only given pride to Himachal Pradesh but has also inspired young girls from all over the nation to try their luck without fear. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu lauded Kritika, stating, "She has set an inspiring example for the youth of our state and the whole nation. Her courage and determination show us that no summit is too high if you have the zeal to achieve it." Besides the Chief Minister, the directorate general of NCC also congratulated Kritika and the entire expedition team on the achievement, attributing it to their hard work and diligence, as well as to the sense of patriotism depicted by them. Kritika's historic first-ever climb of Mount Everest is not just a personal triumph but also proof of the power of teamwork, perseverance, and collective will. She was among a specially handpicked NCC Everest expedition team of expert mountaineers and other cadets from all over India. The entire team trained hard for months under experienced trainers and senior mountaineers, who gave them technical instruction and took strict safety measures in the course of the expedition. Kritika Sharma's story will certainly inspire individuals to confront challenges with determination and attempt unprecedented heights, proving that every dream is not too distant, provided one is passionate about making it come true.
India Gazette
22-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu extends salutations to young Everester Kritika Sharma
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has extended his felicitations to the youngest Everester, Kritika Sharma hailing from Sirmaur district for conquering the World's highest peak just at the age of 17 thus bringing laurels to the State and the country. A National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadet, Kritika, showed her prowess and her strong will power to scale Mount Everest, he said, adding further that her feat has set an example for the other youngsters of the State and she has become a source of inspiration for those interested in adventure sports. Kritika has proved that 'where there is a will, there is a way' and nothing is invincible if one commits to surpass the hurdles. The Chief Minister wished the best to Kritika Sharma and her entire team for this extraordinary success and such future endeavours. In a post on X, CM Sukhu wrote, 'NCC cadet Kritika Sharma, a resident of Gattadhar village of Sirmaur district, has brought laurels to Himachal Pradesh across the country by setting a new record by hoisting her victory flag on Mount Everest. His achievement will become a source of inspiration for the youth. Hearty congratulations to Krithika for her success and best wishes for a bright future.' The National Cadet Corps (NCC) has reached a significant milestone as its expedition team successfully scaled Mount Everest (8,848m) on May 18. According to a release from the Ministry of Defence, the team comprised 10 NCC cadets (five boys and five girls), four Officers, two Junior Commissioned Officers, one Girl Cadet Instructor, and 10 Non-Commissioned Officers. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the expedition from New Delhi on April 3, 2025. The cadets selected were novices from across the country. They underwent a strict selection and training process. As part of their preparation, they conducted a pre-Everest Expedition at Mt Abi Gamin. The final team of 15 cadets was then selected to undergo winter and technical training at the Army Mountaineering Institute, Siachen Base Camp. After months of training, ten cadets were selected for the Mount Everest Expedition. The team, comprising the youngest climbers with an average age of 19 years, became the centre of attraction and were noted for their fitness and discipline during acclimatisation training at various stages of the ascent. Sherpas of Nepal praised the NCC team for their physical readiness and morale. (ANI)
The Hindu
03-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
May 5 last day for payment of Inter supplementary examination fee, in Andhra Pradesh
The State Board of Intermediate Education (BIE) has extended the dates for payment of examination fee for Intermediate first- and second-year students of both General and Vocational streams. In a statement on Saturday (May 3, 2025), the Board Secretary Kritika Shukla said first and second year Intermediate students appearing for the ensuing Intermediate Public Advanced Supplementary Examinations (IPASE), May 2025 can pay their examination fee from Saturday (May 3, 2025) to Monday (May 5, 2025.) Ms. Kritika said there would be no further extension of dates for payment of examination fee.
