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News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sreeleela Sparks Wedding Rumours With Haldi Pics Amid Kartik Aaryan Dating Rumours
Sreeleela has been linked to Kartik Aaryan recently, especially after they wrapped a major schedule for their upcoming film. Sreeleela has sent the internet into a frenzy with a fresh set of photos that many believe hint at her wedding. The actress took to Instagram Stories to share glimpses from what appears to be a haldi ceremony. Dressed in a pastel blue and cream saree paired with traditional jewellery, she looked radiant. In one of the pictures, she's seen smiling brightly while embracing a woman in a pink outfit. Her makeup is minimal, letting her embellished jhumkas and maang tikka shine. A noticeable detail that caught fans' attention was the red bindi and sindoor-like mark in her maang, typically associated with married women in North India. In other photos, Sreeleela is seen wearing a soft pink outfit with turmeric smeared on her cheeks as elders lovingly apply more haldi on her face. One touching image shows a man, likely a family member, gently applying haldi while she beams with happiness. One image featured a tray with turmeric, kumkum, and paan leaves, further suggesting a pre-wedding ritual. The post quickly went viral across Reddit and fan pages. Users speculated if this was indeed her wedding. 'It's her 'star birthday' Read about it," commented one user, suggesting it could be a cultural ritual instead. Another questioned, 'But why is the sindoor in her maang… Unmarried women don't keep it. But some people do during engagement or roka." A third clarified, 'South Indians don't have the same concept of sindoor. Unmarried women put kumkuma in the parting as well." Sreeleela has been linked to Kartik Aaryan recently, especially after they wrapped a major schedule for their upcoming film. Kartik had shared a mirror selfie with her and wrote, 'Long but a very fulfilling Schedule Wrap #Diwali2025." While the title isn't official, the film is speculated to be Aashiqui 3 directed by Anurag Basu. Kartik is expected to sport a rugged look for the role. First Published: May 31, 2025, 00:24 IST
The Hindu
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
With war situation on the ebb, Russian universities invite students
The number of Indian students, particularly South Indians, applying for Russian universities has significantly increased, said Natalia Alshuk, Head of International Relations Department, Volgograd State Medical University. Addressing a press meet organised by Russian House along with Study Aboard educational consultancy firm, she said that with the war situation having deescalated in Russia, students from foreign countries would not face problem studying there. When asked how many of the Indian students who studied there gott through the Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG) examination, an eligibility test for medical students who studied abroad to practice in India, she said that it was 22%. C. Suresh Babu of Study Abroad said that though those students admitted in Russian medical colleges through their consultancy failed to clear the FMG examination in their first attempt, they eventually clear it in their second or third attempts. Amongst medical colleges in other countries, the Russian universities which adhere to National Medical Commission (NMC)'s guidelines, was preferred by many Indian students, he said. To give elaborate details about education in Russia to students and parents, they would conduct an All-India Russian Education Fair for the academic year 2025-26 at Hotel Royal Court in Madurai on May 16 For more details, contact the organisers on 92822 21221.
Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Mumbai company's ‘No South candidate' job posting leaves internet in disbelief
An X user shared a screenshot claiming that it is of a job posting that specifies preference for candidates on the basis of where they are from. As per the visual shared on the social media platform, the job posting says 'No South candidates'. It also says that the job is only for 'Male candidates'. 'No South candidates. Check out the reply in the second picture,' the X user wrote. The first screenshot shows a job posting looking for two techies for an office located in Mumbai's Vikhroli. It specifies that the company is looking for candidates who have minimum 2 years of experience, can join immediately, and can work from office. It also says that the job is only for 'Male candidates' and specifies 'No south candidates.' It also lists the requirements that the organisation is looking for in the candidates. 'If you meet the requirements and are ready to contribute to our team, we'd like to hear from you,' reads the concluding lines of the post. has reached out to the company, this report will be updated on receiving a reply. The X user also shared a response from an individual claiming he called out the company for its alleged job posting. As per the visual posted by the X user, the candidate slammed the company for the job posting. 'As I can see, there's a point in the email saying 'No South candidates'. We South Indians are not like dogs like you people, who join North Indian companies as if you're working for your own family businesses,' read a part of the email. It then went on to slam North Indians. The sender signed off the email with his name, followed by 'Pan India'. An individual wrote, 'Didn't your people migrate to other states? Hypocrisy.' Another posted, 'Did you get a response? Curious to know why there is discrimination in a tech job.' A third asked, 'Does the 'No South candidate' mean South Mumbai instead of South India?' A fourth expressed, 'I'm not from the South, but this is stupidity at its peak. The person is more into politics rather than running a company.'
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Coffee addicts, beware: Your daily fix may raise stroke risk
Coffee is the most favoured drink in India. Who doesn't like coffee ?!! In most countries around the world, more than fifty per cent of people consume coffee or tea. According to a report by the Coffee Board, Indians consumed 91,000 tonnes of coffee in 2023 !! The value of the coffee market in India is not less. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In 2024, there were $ 51 billion worth coffee. Coffee for South Indians is a nector. Studies have shown many benefits in drinking two cups of coffee every day. According to a study published in the American College of Cardiology magazine in 2022, there was a reduction in heart attack, diabetes and Alzheimer's disease in persons who consumed two cups of coffee. Anything taken in excess amount always comes with hazards. According to a study published in one of the prestigious magazines of the World Stroke Organization, people consuming more than four cups of coffee per day has increased risk of stroke . One of the largest studies on stroke in the world, the "INTERSTROKE", was conducted from 2007 to 2015. In this study, treatments and results were analyzed by various types of stroke in 26,950 patients across 32 countries in 5 continents. Based on the results of this study, investigators of the InterStroke study concluded that high caffeine consumption of more than four cups per day was associated with higher risk of ischemic stroke. The problem of clotting in the brain blood vessels was 37 percent higher in patients who consumed more than four cups of coffee per day compared to those who consumed in moderation. However we have a good news here. Stroke risk was lesser in patients who consumed tea regularly. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They had 19% reduced risk of ischemic stroke compared to those patients who didn't consume tea. Brain bleeding risk didn't change significantly in all the subgroups. However, coffee addicts had higher BMI (obesity), poor diet and exercise compared to controls. Coffee addiction is harmful and may lead to increased risk of ischemic stroke. Tea consumption in various forms as green tea, lemon tea or milk tea is associated with reduced risk of stroke. However coffee consumption in moderation (2cups or less per day) is associated with reduced risk of heart attack, Alzheimer's disease and diabetes. Prevention is better than cure. Control your habits and lead a healthy lifestyle so that you can stay away from life threatening illnesses such as stroke. Dr. Suryanarayana Sharma P.M. Senior Neurologist and stroke specialist, Apollo Hospital Bannerghatta Road Bangalore Secretary, Karnataka Stroke Foundation, Bangalore.
Indian Express
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Tracing the roots of vada pav, ‘a snack that represents Mumbai's spirit'
In the bustling, ever-awake city of Mumbai, where the rhythms of life match the constant hum of trains, an unassuming snack has earned a place in the hearts of millions. Vada pav—often hailed as the 'Indian burger' cemented its global fame yet again by securing the 39th position on the World's 50 Best Sandwiches list, curated by food and travel guide Taste Atlas. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TasteAtlas (@tasteatlas) The origins of vada pav trace back to the 1960s, near Mumbai 's Dadar railway station, according to Tarveen Kaur, head chef and restaurant consultant. Amidst the chaos of arriving and departing trains, a street vendor named Ashok Vaidya sought to create an inexpensive, portable meal for the city's hardworking mill labourers. Drawing from local ingredients, he paired batata vada—a spiced, golden potato fritter—with pav, a fluffy bread roll introduced to India by the Portuguese. The result was a culinary revelation: an affordable snack that could be eaten on the go, packed with flavour and sustenance. As Chef Kaur observes, ' vada pav is the essence of Mumbai —a dish born of necessity but elevated by innovation. Its simple ingredients belie its complex cultural significance.' The Shiv Sena and the rise of a symbol In the 1970s, vada pav gained an unexpected champion in the Shiv Sena, a Marathi-Hindu nationalist political party. Recognising the snack's mass appeal, they began promoting it as the quintessential working-class food, deeply rooted in Marathi culture, according to chef and historian Sadaf Hussain. 'It became the working man's lunchbox, especially for the blue-collar crowd navigating the chaos of Bombay.' Here's where it gets really layered. Over time, the Shiv Sena started using it as a political identity marker, Hussain explains, 'sort of a way to draw a line between Maharashtrian pride and outsider influences.' He added: 'In fact, it was almost positioned against Udupi joints run by South Indians, even though both were part of the same cityscape.' Vada Pav epitomises Mumbai's melting-pot nature, where people from different walks of life converge in a densely populated area (Source: Freepik) Harris Soloman, a cultural anthropology professor from Duke University, also supported this in his paper on Mumbai's urban street food politics: 'A friend explained to me that in the 1960s, some Shiv Sena protest signs read 'I dli dosa bagao ' [Stop idli and dosa], referencing the two iconic snack foods of Tamil Nadu, as Senaiks attacked South Indian Udipi restaurants because the party founder, Bal Thackeray, accused South Indians of taking jobs that 'rightly' belonged to the Marathi manoos.' A global icon with local roots Despite its complex past, vada pav continues to thrive, transcending boundaries of class and geography. It secured the 39th spot on the World's 50 Best Sandwiches list this year, proof of universal appeal. Found everywhere from railway stations to fine dining restaurants, vada pav remains deeply tied to its roots. Vendors elevate the dish with accompaniments like coconut-garlic chutney, tamarind sauce, and fried chilies, while upscale versions experiment with cheese and fusion flavors. Yet, as Chef Kaur notes, 'Even with all the reinventions, the essence of vada pav remains the same—a snack that represents Mumbai's spirit: quick, bold, and unforgettable.' Whether viewed as a culinary triumph, a political symbol, or a nostalgic comfort food, vada pav embodies the city's unique ability to adapt, transform, and thrive. Love it or critique its legacy, it is more than just a snack—it is Mumbai in a bun.
