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News18
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Elli AvrRam Ditches Bollywood-Style Birthday Parties For THIS
Last Updated: Elli AvrRam celebrates her birthday in Sweden with family, enjoying breakfast in bed, cake, and gifts — sticking to her childhood Swedish-style birthday tradition. Actress Elli AvrRam, who recently made headlines for dating rumours with Ashish Chanchlani, is celebrating her birthday today — and this year, she's spending it exactly the way she loves: surrounded by family, love, and the calming beauty of her home country, Sweden. Unlike the usual glitz and glamour of Bollywood birthday bashes, Elli prefers to keep things personal when it comes to celebrating her special day. For her, birthdays are less about fanfare and more about reconnecting with people and creating memories. 'My birthday, for me, means one year wiser and gratitude for being alive. I always celebrate my birthday in Swedish style, which means I wake up in bed with breakfast, cake, and gifts! It's how I've been celebrated since childhood and how I always wish to be celebrated. I never bring in the birthday at night. I wake up and celebrate it!" the actress says, and adds, 'This year I came home to Sweden to celebrate my birthday with my family because I miss them a lot, and these are precious moments that can never come back." Who is Elli AvrRam? Elli AvrRam is a Swedish-Greek actress based in Mumbai. She gained recognition in India after participating in Bigg Boss 7 in 2013. She has also appeared in films like Mickey Virus, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Naam Shabana, and Goodbye. Why was Elli in the news? Recently, Elli made headlines after dating rumours with Ashish Chanchlani went viral following a cute Instagram post. However, the YouTuber later rubbished the rumours while announcing the release of a new song with her. A romantic song titled Chandaniya, featuring Ashish Chanchlani and Elli AvrRam, is part of the album Master of Melody. The song is sung by Vishal Mishra, composed by Mithoon, and written by Sayeed Quadri. Ashish and Elli on dating rumours Following the release of their music video, Ashish and Elli went live on Instagram to apologise to their fans. They clarified that they aren't dating and expressed that they did not expect the rumours to become 'so big." Elli clarified on their prank and explained, 'It wasn't a prank. Our caption 'Finally' referred to the release of our song. What people assumed is beyond our control." Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Powys County Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Davey vows to challenge Farage and calls for ‘Swedish-style' budget changes
In a wide-ranging speech, the Liberal Democrat leader accused his Reform UK rival of having 'no answers' to the problems facing Britain and said voters 'can't bank on anything that man says'. He also set out calls for a major shake-up of economic and net-zero policy, including a Swedish-style approach to the Government budget whereby MPs are allowed to debate tax and spend changes before it is finalised. Speaking at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) in central London, Sir Ed said his party had considered its proposed reforms carefully beneath the headline announcements. Asked if a focus on technical detail would cut through to voters enough to combat a populist threat in the polls, he said: 'The truth is, Nigel Farage has no answer, right? 'Nigel Farage will tell you about all the problems, but when you ask him about his answers, he's just got nothing to say.' He added: 'We've got to hold these people to account for getting away with their snake-oil sales… the difference with us is we have thought through the policies underneath the headlines, which is why people can bank on them. 'They can't bank on anything that man says.' Asked if he saw Reform UK as the main political threat, Sir Ed said: 'He has to be taken on… I think he keeps misleading people.' The Lib Dem leader said Mr Farage's approach to renewable power 'would only benefit foreign dictators like Vladimir Putin'. He unveiled a package of pledges which he claimed could cut energy bills in half within 10 years, including a proposed switch of all green power contracts on to a subsidy scheme guaranteeing generators a fixed price. Such contracts for difference (CfD), awarded at a Government auction, would mean the 'link can be broken' between electricity costs and market fluctuations caused by the price of gas, Sir Ed said. He also proposed an Office for the Taxpayer, based in Parliament and designed to hold policy-makers to account to go alongside a Swedish-style approach to the budget. 'The Swedish Parliament gets to debate the Government's budget – and can propose alternatives and amendments – before it is finalised, and gets a proper period of scrutiny and accountability in the months that follow,' he said. 'And now, Sweden's debt is down to 30% of GDP. 'So I think we should put more power in MPs' hands to hold the Treasury and every Department properly to account on behalf of our constituents.' However, shortly after Sir Ed's speech Reform hit out at the use of CfDs and said it would axe contracts awarded in the upcoming auction – Allocation Round 7 – if it won power, claiming they would be too costly. In a letter to energy companies on Wednesday, deputy leader Richard Tice MP said he was giving firms 'formal notice' that his party would seek to tear up the deals, adding: 'Let me be clear: if you enter bids in AR7, you do so at your own risk.'
South Wales Guardian
16-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Davey vows to challenge Farage and calls for ‘Swedish-style' budget changes
In a wide-ranging speech, the Liberal Democrat leader accused his Reform UK rival of having 'no answers' to the problems facing Britain and said voters 'can't bank on anything that man says'. He also set out calls for a major shake-up of economic and net-zero policy, including a Swedish-style approach to Government whereby MPs are allowed to debate tax and spend changes – and propose alternatives and amendments – before the measures are finalised. Speaking at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) in central London, Sir Ed said his party had considered its proposed reforms carefully beneath the headline announcements. Asked if a focus on technical detail would cut through to voters enough to combat a populist threat in the polls, he said: 'The truth is, Nigel Farage has no answer, right? 'Nigel Farage will tell you about all the problems, but when you ask him about his answers, he's just got nothing to say.' He added: 'We've got to hold these people to account for getting away with their snake-oil sales… the difference with us is we have thought through the policies underneath the headlines, which is why people can bank on them. 'They can't bank on anything that man says.' Asked if he saw Reform UK as the main political threat, Sir Ed said: 'He has to be taken on… I think he keeps misleading people.' The Lib Dem leader said Mr Farage's approach to renewable power 'would only benefit foreign dictators like Vladimir Putin'. He unveiled a package of pledges which he claimed could cut energy bills in half within 10 years, including a proposed switch of all green power contracts on to a subsidy scheme guaranteeing generators a fixed price. Such contracts for difference (CfD), awarded at a Government auction, would mean the 'link can be broken' between electricity costs and market fluctuations caused by the price of gas, Sir Ed said. He also proposed an Office for the Taxpayer, based in Parliament and designed to hold policy-makers to account, a 'bespoke' UK-EU customs union, an 'economic coalition of the willing' aimed at fostering more international trade, and a tougher approach to US President Donald Trump.
Rhyl Journal
16-07-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Davey vows to challenge Farage and calls for ‘Swedish-style' budget changes
In a wide-ranging speech, the Liberal Democrat leader accused his Reform UK rival of having 'no answers' to the problems facing Britain and said voters 'can't bank on anything that man says'. He also set out calls for a major shake-up of economic and net-zero policy, including a Swedish-style approach to Government whereby MPs are allowed to debate tax and spend changes – and propose alternatives and amendments – before the measures are finalised. Speaking at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) in central London, Sir Ed said his party had considered its proposed reforms carefully beneath the headline announcements. Asked if a focus on technical detail would cut through to voters enough to combat a populist threat in the polls, he said: 'The truth is, Nigel Farage has no answer, right? 'Nigel Farage will tell you about all the problems, but when you ask him about his answers, he's just got nothing to say.' He added: 'We've got to hold these people to account for getting away with their snake-oil sales… the difference with us is we have thought through the policies underneath the headlines, which is why people can bank on them. 'They can't bank on anything that man says.' Asked if he saw Reform UK as the main political threat, Sir Ed said: 'He has to be taken on… I think he keeps misleading people.' The Lib Dem leader said Mr Farage's approach to renewable power 'would only benefit foreign dictators like Vladimir Putin'. He unveiled a package of pledges which he claimed could cut energy bills in half within 10 years, including a proposed switch of all green power contracts on to a subsidy scheme guaranteeing generators a fixed price. Such contracts for difference (CfD), awarded at a Government auction, would mean the 'link can be broken' between electricity costs and market fluctuations caused by the price of gas, Sir Ed said. He also proposed an Office for the Taxpayer, based in Parliament and designed to hold policy-makers to account, a 'bespoke' UK-EU customs union, an 'economic coalition of the willing' aimed at fostering more international trade, and a tougher approach to US President Donald Trump.
South Wales Argus
16-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Davey vows to challenge Farage and calls for ‘Swedish-style' budget changes
In a wide-ranging speech, the Liberal Democrat leader accused his Reform UK rival of having 'no answers' to the problems facing Britain and said voters 'can't bank on anything that man says'. He also set out calls for a major shake-up of economic and net-zero policy, including a Swedish-style approach to Government whereby MPs are allowed to debate tax and spend changes – and propose alternatives and amendments – before the measures are finalised. Speaking at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) in central London, Sir Ed said his party had considered its proposed reforms carefully beneath the headline announcements. Asked if a focus on technical detail would cut through to voters enough to combat a populist threat in the polls, he said: 'The truth is, Nigel Farage has no answer, right? 'Nigel Farage will tell you about all the problems, but when you ask him about his answers, he's just got nothing to say.' He added: 'We've got to hold these people to account for getting away with their snake-oil sales… the difference with us is we have thought through the policies underneath the headlines, which is why people can bank on them. 'They can't bank on anything that man says.' Reform UK leader Nigel Farage (Gareth Fuller/PA) Asked if he saw Reform UK as the main political threat, Sir Ed said: 'He has to be taken on… I think he keeps misleading people.' The Lib Dem leader said Mr Farage's approach to renewable power 'would only benefit foreign dictators like Vladimir Putin'. He unveiled a package of pledges which he claimed could cut energy bills in half within 10 years, including a proposed switch of all green power contracts on to a subsidy scheme guaranteeing generators a fixed price. Such contracts for difference (CfD), awarded at a Government auction, would mean the 'link can be broken' between electricity costs and market fluctuations caused by the price of gas, Sir Ed said. He also proposed an Office for the Taxpayer, based in Parliament and designed to hold policy-makers to account, a 'bespoke' UK-EU customs union, an 'economic coalition of the willing' aimed at fostering more international trade, and a tougher approach to US President Donald Trump.
