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Time of India
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Nepal minister resigns after bribery audio leak sparks public outrage
Nepal's Minister Rajkumar Gupta resigned amidst a bribery scandal after an audio recording surfaced, allegedly capturing him accepting a bribe for political appointments and land decisions. Facing public and political backlash, Gupta stepped down to allow for an investigation into the allegations. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Nepal's Minister for Federal Affairs and General Administration, Rajkumar Gupta, announced his resignation on Tuesday following a bribery scandal that sparked widespread public and political made the announcement via Facebook, days after an audio recording surfaced allegedly capturing him accepting a bribe in exchange for influencing political appointments and land-related decisions."It is well known to everyone that my name has been continuously associated with bribery deals for the past few days. Sometimes it seems like I have become the victim for the incident where I have no role. I have now tendered my resignation from the post of Minister of General Administration to the Honorable Prime Minister so that he can help in investigating the allegations and bringing out the truth," Gupta leaked audio, reportedly recorded between late December, 2024 and January this year, implicates Gupta in a monetary deal related to the appointment of the Land Commission Chair in Kaski the recording, Gupta--also a leader of the CPN-UML--is allegedly heard demanding NPR 7.8 million in exchange for a political appointment and the transfer of a civil servant in the parties strongly demanded his resignation and called for legal action, accusing the minister of breaching public trust and abusing his authority. Civil society organisations and members of the public also voiced outrage, calling for accountability and systemic the bribery allegations, Gupta has also been accused of pressuring various land revenue offices to comply with his demands and of threatening inter-ministerial transfers for scandal also put Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli under pressure. Lawmakers from both the ruling coalition and the opposition had demanded Gupta's resignation, but Oli initially remained issue was reportedly not discussed during Monday evening's cabinet meeting, which Gupta also attended. Following the meeting, Prime Minister Oli held separate discussions with Nepali Congress President and ruling ally Sher Bahadur Deuba, as well as Janata Samajbadi Party Chairman Upendra questions have also been raised about Minister for Land Management and Cooperatives, Balaram Adhikari, who is also affiliated with the Parliament on Monday, Maoist Centre Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal accused the government of shielding corruption and serving the interests of middlemen. He criticised the administration for politicising institutions and fostering a system that empowers brokers while sidelining official government mechanisms.
Pink Villa
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Raid 2 OTT Verdict: Box Office, Twitter review of Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor's thriller drama
Ajay Devgn's successful venture Raid 2 is now streaming on Netflix. The thriller drama, directed by Rajkumar Gupta, is available in Hindi and foreign dubbed audio, including Spanish and Portuguese. Surprisingly, the streaming giant skipped major South Indian languages. In case you are planning to stream the thriller drama online, let's have a look at what netizens have to say about the movie. What do netizens have to say about Raid 2? Much like its theatrical release, Raid 2 is receiving a similar response on OTT as well. A major section of the audience finds it an average watch, while some social media users appreciate Ajay Devgn for his consistent effort to deliver good content. Ritiesh Deshmukh, who plays the main antagonist in the movie, is receiving a largely positive reception for his gritty performance. However, the premise of Raid 2 couldn't impress much compared to its predecessor. Raid 2 Box Office: Nets Rs 162 crore in India, emerges Super-Hit Bankrolled by Devgn Films and T-Series Films, Raid 2 opened with Rs 19 crore net on its debut day. It witnessed a superlative theatrical run, thanks to its brand value and nostalgia factor. The movie not only surpassed the lifetime box office cume of its prequel, Raid (2018), but also emerged as a big success. The Ajay Devgn, Vaani Kapoor, and Riteish Deshmukh starrer smashed over Rs 162 crore net by the end of its theatrical run in India, while its worldwide cume ended at Rs 219 crore gross. Raid 2 turned out to be a super-hit at the box office. All eyes are now on Ajay Devgn's upcoming movie, Son Of Sardaar 2, slated to hit the cinemas on July 25, 2025. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Raid 2 on Netflix: 4 things to know about Ajay Devgn's thriller before watching it
Raid 2 on Netflix: Raid 2, one of the most talked about Hindi films of the year, hit the screens on May 1 and emerged as a commercial success. The thriller has now premiered on Netflix. It came to the platform nearly two months after its debut in theaters. Here are four things you need to know about Raid 2. Where and when to watch Raid 2 Raid 2 premiered on Netflix on May 26. One needs to subscribe to the platform to watch the film. A subscription costs between Rs 149 and Rs 649 a month, depending on the plan. The transfer is confirmed. IRS Amay Patnaik ke raid ke liye taiyaar hai? 👊💥Watch Raid 2, out now on Netflix!#Raid2OnNetflix Raid 2 plot and cast The film centres on the events that unfold when an honest Income Tax officer, posted in Rajasthan, exposes a 'respected' politician whose good deeds conceal some heinous activities. Raid 2 features Ajay Devgn as Amay Pathak, an IRS officer. The actor is one one of the biggest names in Bollywood. His credits include Drishyam, Singham, and Golmaal. Riteish Deshmukh plays Dada Manohar Bhai He has carved a niche for himself in Bollywood with flicks such as Housefull 4, Rann, and Mastizaade. The cast of Raid 2 includes Vaani Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, and Rajat Kapoor. Raid 2 is directed by Rajkumar Gupta. Raid 2 box office collection: Was it a success? Raid 2 did well at the box office. It grossed Rs 243 crore at the worldwide box office and emerged as a commercial success. It also received positive reviews with most critics lauding the performances and the twists. Is Raid 3 in the works? The makers of Raid 2 have already confirmed that a sequel to the thriller is in the works. It will again feature Ajay Devgn in the lead and highlight what happens when he takes on yet another influential figure. There is, however, no word on whether Rajkumar Gupta will be directing it.
Pink Villa
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Raid 2 Box Office Day 30: Ajay Devgn starrer thriller adds Rs 40 lakh on 5th Friday, targets Rs 160 crore finish
Raid 2, directed by Rajkumar Gupta and starring Ajay Devgn, Vaani Kapoor, and Riteish Deshmukh in the key roles, is heading towards an end at the box office. The movie enjoyed a solid theatrical run for the straight four weeks and has now entered its final legs. Raid 2 adds Rs 40 lakh to the tally on Day 30, Cume reaches Rs 157 crore Bankrolled by Panorama Studios and T-Series Films, Raid 2 kickstarted its box office journey with Rs 19 crore on Day 1. The movie witnessed a superlative box office trend and smashed the Rs 100 crore mark in its second weekend. Despite facing a dent from the new releases- Mission: Impossible 8, Final Destination: Bloodlines, and Bhool Chuk Maaf - it continues to lure the audience. The thriller drama stormed past the Rs 150 crore mark in its third week and is now about to wind up its theatrical run somewhere around Rs 160 crore net mark. As per estimates, the Ajay Devgn starrer added Rs 40 lakh to the tally on the fifth Friday, taking the total cume of 30 days to Rs 157.20 crore net in India. The movie will stick to the cinemas for one more week until the arrival of Housefull 5 in cinemas. Box office collection of Raid 2 so far at the Indian box office Day/Week Net India Collection Extended Week 1 Rs 92.75 crore Week 2 Rs 38.85 crore Day 16 Rs 2.75 crore Day 17 Rs 4.25 crore Day 18 Rs 5.50 crore Day 19 Rs 1.65 crore Day 20 Rs 2 crore Day 21 Rs 1.50 crore Day 22 Rs 1.35 crore Day 23 Rs 0.80 crore Day 24 Rs 1.50 crore Day 25 Rs 1.75 crore Day 26 Rs 0.55 crore Day 27 Rs 0.65 crore Day 28 Rs 0.50 crore Day 29 Rs 0.45 crore Day 30 Rs 0.40 crore (est.) Total Rs 157.20 crore Raid 2 is in theaters now Raid 2 is playing in theaters near you. You can book your tickets from the online web portals or at the counter. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Raid 2 Box Office Day 26: Ajay Devgn starrer adds Rs 0.55 crore on 4th Monday, nears Rs 155 crore mark
Directed by Rajkumar Gupta, Raid 2, starring Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Vaani Kapoor, is holding well at the box office. Released on May 1, the movie has witnessed a solid box office run and emerged as a clean hit for the makers. Bankrolled by Panorama Studios and T-Series Films, the thriller drama collected Rs 92.75 crore in its first week and stormed the Rs 100 crore mark in the second weekend. The movie stormed Rs 38.85 crore in the second week, followed by Rs 19 crore in the third week. It added another Rs 4.05 crore to the tally in the fourth weekend despite facing competition from Bhool Chuk Maaf. As per estimates, the movie added Rs 0.55 crore to the tally on Day 26 (4th Monday), taking the total cume to Rs 154.20 crore net in India. The movie is now inching towards the Rs 160 crore mark. It will keep on luring the audience at least for 10 more days until the arrival of Housefull 5 in cinemas. Let's see how the movie performs in the coming days. On the work front, Ajay Devgn has an exciting slate of releases. Of which, Son of Sardaar 2 and De De Pyaar De 2 are releasing in cinemas this year. Box office collection of Raid 2 so far at the Indian box office Day/Week Net India Collection Extended Week 1 Rs 92.75 crore Week 2 Rs 38.85 crore Day 16 Rs 2.75 crore Day 17 Rs 4.25 crore Day 18 Rs 5.50 crore Day 19 Rs 1.65 crore Day 20 Rs 2 crore Day 21 Rs 1.50 crore Day 22 Rs 1.35 crore Day 23 Rs 0.80 crore Day 24 Rs 1.50 crore Day 25 Rs 1.75 crore Day 26 Rs 0.55 crore (est.) Total Rs 154.20 crore Raid 2 is in theaters now Raid 2 is playing in theaters near you. You can book your tickets from the online web portals or at the counter. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
