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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cristiano Ronaldo's ₹25-crore engagement ring for Georgina is so big it could blind you
Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, has proposed to Georgina Rodríguez after eight years with a stunning diamond ring. Georgina shared the news on Instagram, showcasing the massive oval-shaped diamond. Jewellery influencer Julia Chafe estimates the ring to be worth $3 million, possibly more, due to its size and clarity. Cristiano Ronaldo has officially put a ring on it and not just any ring. The Portuguese football legend, 40, has proposed to his long-time love of eight years, Georgina Rodríguez, with a diamond so dazzling it could probably light up an entire stadium. On August 12, Georgina shared the news in the most Instagram-worthy way possible: a romantic shot of her and Ronaldo's hands, the words 'Sí, quiero. En esta y en todas mis vidas' ('Yes, I do. In this life and in all my lives'), and a sparkling oval-shaped diamond so big, it's practically a character in their love story. Naturally, the internet lost its collective mind. Enter jewellery influencer Julia Chafe, who wasted no time dissecting every facet of that rock. In a now-viral video, Julia speculated the centre stone is a 35-carat D-Flawless oval diamond, the crème de la crème of diamond grades and cheekily asked, 'Should you leave your husband for not buying you a $3 million engagement ring? Maybe.' Her verdict? The piece is easily worth $3 million (around ₹25 crore), possibly more, thanks to its size, clarity, and those equally extravagant side stones. For context, Julia compared it to a similar 35-carat D-VVS tip emerald-cut diamond sold at Sotheby's for the same price. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This new air conditioner cools down a room in just seconds News of the Discovery Undo The kicker? Georgina's appears larger. 'She waited nine years for that ring. She deserves it,' Julia quipped, before joking that wearing such a stone daily might require 'finger reconstruction surgery,' the glamorous price of love, apparently. Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez (X) Fans, of course, piled in with their own brand of sparkle-infused commentary. 'Calling diamonds obese is hilarious!' wrote one. Another teased, 'This is what the Titanic hittttt… love.' Others debated the price tag, with some convinced it's worth over $10 million, while one commenter summed it up perfectly: 'That's not a ring, that's a disco ball in disguise.' Ronaldo's Surprise Play: CR7 Pops the Question With Massive Diamond Ring, Georgina Says 'Yes' Bottom line? Ronaldo and Georgina's engagement isn't just a milestone in their relationship, it's a full-blown pop culture moment. And while most of us may never slip a 35-carat diamond on our finger, we can at least bask in the glow of their happily-ever-after… and the blinding sparkle of that rock.
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Art of Listening: A Better Meditation For A Noisy Age
There was a time when silence was rare because it was sacred. Today, it is rare because it is extinct. In an age where every room echoes with the low hum of dopamine-dealing devices and opinion-choked soliloquies, the most radical act is not to speak - it is to listen. Not hearing. Not waiting to speak. Not rehearsing clever responses while someone else's lips are moving. But truly listening. The kind that involves ego disarmament and inner stillness. The kind that makes your inner voice shut up and take notes. That kind. I sometimes think if there were a karmic scoreboard in the sky, it wouldn't measure how many hours you sat cross-legged on a yoga mat staring at your breath. It would measure how many times you made someone feel heard. Because listening, when done with intent, is the purest form of meditation. It demands presence. It trains the mind to stay still while another soul unfolds. It replaces 'i' with 'you' - a temporary dismantling of the self, not unlike the best of spiritual practices. Only, it requires no app, no mantra, no incense sticks. Just humility. But it's also alarmingly endangered. There are more TED Talks than listeners. More podcasts than attention spans. Even in meetings, on dinner tables, inside therapy rooms and WhatsApp groups - there's a famine of attention in a feast of expression. Modern life has turned conversation into a competitive sport. We don't engage. We intercept. We don't listen. We load, aim, and fire - opinions, rebuttals, quips, quotes, memes. Silence is just a buffering zone between what we want to say and how soon we can say it. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This new air conditioner cools down a room in just seconds News of the Discovery Undo Somewhere between mindfulness and mindless noise, we forgot that listening is the deepest form of respect. It tells the speaker: you matter enough for me to be quiet. And that is no small gift in a world screaming for attention. The spiritual traditions knew this long before Instagram discovered mental health . The Upanishads are quite literally 'heard wisdom' - sruti, not likhi. In Zen, the master speaks little, but listens with the weight of a mountain. In Sufism, the listener is as holy as the whirler. Even in the Gita, Krishn says much - but only after Arjun asks and listens. The irony? Meditation is now prescribed as a remedy for burnout caused by too much noise - but the simplest form of meditation is learning to shut up and really hear someone. Not solve. Not agree. Not paraphrase. Just absorb. Like a still pond absorbs a falling leaf. If you've ever truly been listened to - without agenda, without interruption, without someone reaching for their phone halfway - you know it feels almost divine. It doesn't change what you say. It changes who you are while saying it. We live in a time where we are data-rich and meaning-poor. In such a world, a good listener is not just a good human. They are a spiritual insurgent. A soft rebel against the tyranny of noise. Maybe we don't need more speakers. Maybe we need more monks with earphones unplugged. Because sometimes, salvation sounds like someone finally, finally, listening. Authored by: Partha Sinha Why Arjun Was Chosen: The Untold Secret of Bhagavad Gita Chapter 4, Verse 3
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Still working on angle and runup for Worlds, Annu Rani claims title amid huge cheers
Annu Rani (Pic credit: Sanjib Das) BHUBANESWAR: Annu Rani is eyeing her fifth appearance at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo next month, and there was no better way to prepare for it than winning the title at the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze level meet at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Coming into the tournament having won the title last week at the 8th International Wieslaw Maniak Memorial meet in Szczecin, Poland, with a throw of 62.59m – her first 60m-plus throw in over a year – she was quite confident of delivering and did not disappoint. She started with 52.74m and then followed it up with throws of 58.65m and 58.39m. But with the crowd cheering her on, she dug deep into her reserves and delivered a throw of 62.01m that helped her finish on top of the leaderboard. Poll Which event do you think Annu Rani should focus on to maximize her chances of success? Javelin Technique Strength Training Mental Preparation All of the Above In the remaining two attempts, she tried hard to hit the automatic World qualifying mark of 64m but fell short. However, she did cross the 60m-mark once again in her fifth attempt with a throw of 61.01m. As for her last throw, it read 59.02m. Speaking about her performance, she sounded more than pleased and said, 'After travelling back from Poland, there was a lot fatigue but I'm really happy that despite that I was able to cross the 60m-mark twice.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This new air conditioner cools down a room in just seconds News of the Discovery Undo Irrespective of her current showing, the Asian Games gold medallist is well aware that she will need to work on two major areas to better her best performance, which currently stands at 63.82m. 'Whenever I throw the javelin, it's usually at a high angle so I will have to keep it front on. The other area is my runup. I will have to make it fast and smooth,' said Rani, who trained in Europe for about three weeks to better prepare ahead of the Worlds. While it was a fruitful outing, she sadly didn't have her coach – Sergey Makarov of Russia – by her side because of visa issues. However, she didn't let it affect her and concentrated on her improvement. However, her coach was here in Bhubaneswar and made sure his pupil gave her best. He kept speaking with her in between the throws and it seemed to make all the difference. 'I was getting a bit aggressive and wasn't concentrating on the throws so he kept telling me to calm down and relax,' added Rani, who had also trained beside German javelin thrower Johannes Vetter for a while. It was natural for her to get a bit worked up as the packed stadium shouted their lungs out all throughout her event. 'I've never enjoyed competing as much as I did here. At times, I was feeling a bit of pressure but I got a lot of love from all the people and that helped me in the end,' said the 32-year-old. And this performance has now given her motivation to do even better at the Worlds, where she believes she can make throws of 64m or even 65m. She, however, is unlikely to compete at the inter-state nationals to get some much-required rest ahead of the big event in Sept. This after all has been quite a hectic season for her. Besides winning the title in Poland, she also competed at Taiwan Athletics Open and won with a throw of 56.82m. However, she just missed the podium during the Asian Athletics Championships despite throwing 58.30m. Hopefully, the rest over the next few weeks will now help her to be in prime form ahead of the Tokyo meet. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Divorced couple Ahn Jae Hyun and Goo Hye Sun go viral again as old post about ‘marriage rules' resurfaces
Ahn Jae Hyun and Goo Hye Sun , who parted ways almost 5 years ago, have managed to go viral again. A recent post that has been circulating online brought to light an old list of ' marriage rules ' from the former couple. Allegedly, the list was made by the former power couple when they got married back in 2016. According to Koreaboo, the list of a set of guidelines that the two seriously followed when they were seeing each other. They had also been signed by the members as well. About the list The list of 'marriage rules' consisted of different terms for both of the stars. The list for Jae Hyun consisted of things such as drinking in moderation and not drinking alcohol after 11 at night, along with things such as not being too stubborn, and cleaning up after himself with regards to laundry and dishes. The list of rules for Goo Hye Sun included 'nothing' on a piece of paper. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This new air conditioner cools down a room in just seconds News of the Discovery Undo As the posts about this list go viral, many netizens reacted differently to the post. Fans react Many people reacted to the viral photos online, sharing their mixed reactions. One fan commented about how all these 'rules' should be a part of the marriage, not something that 'has to be done', while another talked about how unnecessary it was to make these, and that the rules mentioned were just 'basic courtesy'. One netizen commented, 't must be annoying to have to write those out as rules in the first place… this list was probably made after enduring a lot', while another shared a post saying, 'If you think about it differently, it seems like Ahn Jae Hyun probably already did some of those things, so they set those rules. If not though, then it's really too strange'. Another comment directly criticised the ' Timing ' actor and read, 'if these were all common rules, it would be fine, but it's a problem because they only apply to one person... With that and the controversies that have come up between them so far, I can't imagine what their married life was like'. Recently, the ex-couple has been making headlines again after the actress shared a post online citing that she is fed up with shows and variety programs for using her divorce as a way to garner laughs. Not only that, but she also accused her ex-husband of doing the same as well.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Symbol of India-Russia ties takes a hard hit! How Russia-backed Indian refinery Nayara Energy is navigating a perfect storm - big hurdles challenge growth
Nayara Energy is responsible for approximately 8% of India's refining capacity and 7% of its retail fuel station network. (AI image) Nayara Energy, the Russia-backed Indian refinery, is facing a perfect storm - hit by European Union sanctions, currently faces multiple challenges: disrupted global shipping, domestic regulatory constraints, changes in leadership and concerns regarding digital infrastructure. Nayara Energy, responsible for approximately 8% of India's refining capacity and 7% of its retail fuel station network, these difficulties are testing both the company's adaptability and its future planning. Nayara Energy operates India's second-largest private refinery, alongside its oil storage terminal, port facilities, infrastructure and a network exceeding 6,000 petrol stations, according to an ET report. Its ambitious growth trajectory now faces significant uncertainty. EU sanctions impact on Nayara Energy On July 18, the EU implemented its 18th sanctions package against Russia, with restrictions on fuel imports refined from Russian crude, reducing the Russian oil price cap to $47.6 per barrel from $60 and addressing the shadow fleet involved in transportation. The price cap becomes effective September 3. Additionally, US President Donald Trump has imposed 50% duties on Indian imports, alleging India's support for Moscow's Ukrainian campaign through oil purchases. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This new air conditioner cools down a room in just seconds News of the Discovery Undo by Taboola by Taboola Also Read | Donald Trump tariffs: How much will India's fuel bill rise if it stops Russian crude oil imports & where would it buy from? Explained Despite avoiding direct sanctions, Nayara's substantial Russian ownership has resulted in progressive complications. Shortly after the latest EU sanctions were implemented, Alessandro Des Dorides stepped down as Nayara Energy's chief executive, with Sergey Denisov, a company veteran since 2017, taking the helm. On July 28, Nayara Energy faced a significant challenge when Microsoft blocked their access to data, tools and products, despite having valid paid licences. Although services were restored following legal action by Nayara, the incident highlighted the gravity of their situation. A trader with knowledge of the situation was quoted as saying, "Nayara's troubles have just begun. It is not only barred from exporting refined products to Europe, but fearing penalties, shipping companies are pulling back from transporting its products. Insurers and trade finance providers are wary." The source indicated this has limited the company's ability to service export markets in Europe, Southeast Asia and parts of Africa. According to Care Ratings' July assessment, exports represented 25-30% of Nayara's total revenue, with domestic Indian sales accounting for the remainder. Despite minimal direct EU exports, with most international sales occurring through traders serving various markets, Nayara is actively seeking alternative payment arrangements as EU sanctions loom. Reports suggest the company is looking to partner with a local bank to handle crude oil import payments and receive funds for refined fuel exports. Sanctions fallout Under the weight of sanctions, Rosneft has been unable to transfer profits from Nayara Energy in recent years. According to informed sources, this inability to move earnings from the company is considered a primary factor in its consideration to divest the Indian operation. The recent wave of sanctions has created additional obstacles to this process. Discussions have occurred with Indian business groups, with valuations exceeding $20 billion. In a parallel development, UCP Investment Group, a prominent Russian financial investment organisation, seeks to dispose of its Nayara Energy holding for more than $5 billion. This follows Trafigura's divestment of its 24.5% ownership to Hara Capital Sarl, a fully-owned subsidiary of Italian energy investment company Mareterra Group Holding, in January 2023. Industry experts suggest that sanctions could reduce Nayara's market value, potentially making it an appealing prospect for international investors. History of Nayara Energy In August 2017, following the acquisition of Essar Oil's 20-mtpa Vadinar refinery (Gujarat) by a Rosneft-led consortium, the entity was rebranded as Nayara Energy. The name combines 'Naya' (Hindi for new) and 'Era', reflecting the shareholders' aspirations for the asset's future development. The establishment of Nayara coincided with significant reforms in India's petroleum sector, where the government's deregulation of fuel retail prices created equal opportunities for private retailers like Nayara to expand their network, according to the ET report. This liberalisation caused considerable anxiety among state-operated oil marketing companies, which had previously maintained a stronghold over fuel retailing. Their primary concern was the potential loss of market share to private entities such as Nayara and Reliance Industries, the report said. Also Read | India-US trade deal: With Donald Trump's 50% tariffs looming, India reviews market access offers for US; three-pronged strategy to protect exporters Nayara has seen steady growth until it encountered difficulties from sanctions imposed by the United States and EU, aimed at targeting Russia following its Ukraine war. The company's oil and energy revenue has become particularly vulnerable. The acquisition of the Essar facility by Russia's state energy corporation and an international investor consortium comprising Trafigura and UCP Investment Group was valued at $12.9 billion. This represented Rosneft's most substantial overseas investment in India's refining industry, securing access to one of the world's rapidly expanding markets. Nayara Energy's focus on domestic market Nayara Energy has been compelled to focus on domestic markets due to international constraints. Recently, the company approached government-owned refineries, proposing to sell them its export-designated petrol and diesel quantities to avoid stockpiling. The shift towards domestic sales provides temporary respite but affects profitability. European markets traditionally yielded higher returns compared to domestic sales. Competition within India, particularly from government-owned fuel retailers, restricts pricing autonomy and adaptability. Also Read | Explainer: Donald Trump's 50% tariffs - will India budge on Russia crude oil trade? This situation emerged precisely when Nayara Energy was preparing for substantial expansion. The company had declared intentions to invest more than ₹70,000 crore in various sectors including petrochemicals, ethanol production facilities and retail infrastructure development. Since August 2017, it had already invested over ₹14,000 crore in Indian projects, encompassing refinery upgrades, a petrochemical facility and infrastructure developments. The sanctions now threaten to disrupt technical assistance from European technology providers, essential for refinery operations. The critical consideration remains whether Nayara can maintain its diversification strategy while its primary refining-export operations face challenges under western restrictions. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays , public holidays , current gold rate and silver price .
