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India Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Mirai teaser out: Manchu Manoj, Teja Sajja's fantasy film eyes September release
After delivering the 2024 blockbuster 'Hanu-Man', Teja Sajja is back on the big screen with another high-octane fantasy drama titled 'Mirai'. The makers released the much-awaited teaser on Wednesday, confirming that the film will hit theatres on Teacher's Day, September 5, by Karthik Ghattamaneni, who also doubles up as the film's cinematographer, 'Mirai' is a visually rich fantasy rooted in Indian mythology and history. The teaser introduces a chaotic world in the grip of the Kali Yug, where a dark force rises - The Black Sword, played by Manoj Manchu. As this villain, armed with extraordinary powers, sets out on a path of destruction, a divine force rises to confront him - out the teaser: Teja Sajja plays a humble warrior armed with a mystical wand. As the teaser unfolds, his journey towards discovering his identity and purpose begins. The film promises a classic clash of good versus evil, light versus shadow. Teja, stepping into the shoes of a Super Yodha, appears to deliver another intense and action-packed performance. Manoj Manchu impresses as the formidable antagonist, his presence both sinister and powerful. Character posters of Teja Sajja and Manchu Manoj from 'Mirai' (PC: Instagram) The teaser offers quick glimpses of the supporting cast - Ritika Nayak, Shriya Saran, Jayaram, and Jagapathi Babu - each adding depth to this fantastical universe. The final shot, where monkeys bow to Lord Ram, is a moment designed to stir up by People Media Factory, the makers of 'Karthikeya 2' and 'Jaat', 'Mirai' is set for a Pan-India release in 8 languages, across 2D and 3D formats. The music is composed by Gowra Hari, while the screenplay and dialogues have been penned by Karthik and Manibabu Karanam. Sri Nagendra Tangala is the art director, and Sujith Kumar Kolli serves as Executive Sajja's last theatrical release, 'Hanu-Man', was a blockbuster at the box-office, collecting close to Rs 300 crore at the worldwide box-office upon release in January 2024. Manchu Manoj, on the other hand, will be seen in the film, 'Bhairavam', which is slated to release in theatres on May 30.
The Star
27-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Putrajaya-Selangor boundary to be finalised by year-end
SHAH ALAM: The boundary delineation exercise between Putrajaya and Selangor should be finalised by the end of this year, said Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. 'So far, the delineation process in Putrajaya is nearly completed (involving) areas such as Sepang and Kuala Langat, while areas (near) Kuala Lumpur like Ampang, Petaling Jaya and Subang will take a little more time because it involves more a complex delineation exercise,' he told Bernama after officiating the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) Teacher's Day celebration here yesterday. He was commenting on a meeting between a delegation led by him and Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa at Menara Seri Wilayah, Putrajaya here. At the meeting, Dr Zaliha raised the issue of resolving the delineation between Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, as well as Putrajaya and Selangor, to ensure more integrated border enforcement. Amirudin said that at the meeting, the Selangor government requested that 10% of an Islamic cemetery land area in Hulu Semenyih, Selangor, which is owned by the Federal Lands Commissioner, be opened up for local residents who wish to be buried there. He hopes that this effort will resolve cemetery land management issues under the administration of the federal government but located near Selangor residential areas. Dr Zaliha said the opening of a new Islamic cemetery in Hulu Semenyih could meet the need for Muslim cemeteries in Kuala Lumpur for another 28 years. Meanwhile, on a different matter, Amirudin said the proposal to raise the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 65 is still at the preliminary stage, adding that the matter needs to be further scrutinised. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said had previously proposed that the government consider raising the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 65.
India Gazette
27-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
VP Dhankhar nominates ophthalmologist ML Raja for Dr S Radhakrishnan Chair
New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday nominated ophthalmologist Dr ML Raja for the Dr S Radhakrishnan Chair for one year, from May 7, 2025, to May 6, 2026, as per a release. The Chair was initiated after the first vice president, Dr S Radhakrishnan, who later became the president. It was initiated by the Rajya Sabha in the year 2009 with the objective of promoting research on different aspects of Parliamentary democracy in India. Announcing Raja's nomination at an event at Vice-President's Enclave , Dhankhar stated, 'Let me welcome in particular today, whose presence I have solicited, and that is Dr S Radhakrishnan Chair, Dr ML Raja.' The Chair was made functional during Dhankhar's tenure. 'This Chair was initiated after one of the distinguished sons of Bharat, the first vice president who became president, Dr S Radhakrishnan, a philosopher who was also known for his academic commitment as a teacher. The Chair was initiated for the first time in the year 2009. Technically, Dr. ML Raja is the third recipient. De facto second. The Chair was made functional during my tenure when Jawahar Kaul, a distinguished journalist from the state of Jammu and Kashmir, deeply committed to nationalism, got the honour to get the chair, and Dr. Raja from the deep south, the state of Tamil Nadu, was the second one to get it... 'About the Chair, let me tell you, in 1962, September 5 was declared as Teacher's Day. It happens to be the birthday of Dr S. Radhakrishnan; that underscores that you may have any position, President or Vice-President. You may be a philosopher. You may be a great author but social recognition has come by virtue of his being a teacher, Teacher's Day. Always bear that in mind. Respect your parents as much as you respect your teachers either way,' the VP added. Dr Raja brings exceptional multidisciplinary expertise as an ophthalmologist, epigraphist, archaeologist, and historian. Currently serving as Director of AVINASH (Academy on Vibrant National Arts and Scientific Heritage) and RICH (Research Institute of Chronology and History), he holds qualifications spanning medicine (M.B., B.S., D.O.), archaeology and epigraphy (D.I.A.E.), and history (M.A.). His scholarly contributions include 13 published books covering subjects from ancient Indian astronomy to historical chronology, including notable works like 'Aryabhatta's Date: an Analytical Study' and 'Astronomical Evidence of the Date of the Mahabharata War', the release stated. Dr Raja has received significant recognition, including recent awards from the Governor of Tamil Nadu, for his contributions to Tamil literary works and research on Kamba Ramayanam. His involvement with the IKS Division of AICTE, where he has served as mentor and expert evaluator, has been particularly noteworthy. His current research focuses on determining the accurate chronology of Indian history, including the dating of historical figures like Adi Shankara and Chandragupta Maurya and analysing astronomical texts. His expertise in Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, and English enables a comprehensive study of diverse historical sources. (ANI)
New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Vice-President's Enclave: Dr M L Raja appointed as Dr S Radhakrishnan Chair
NEW DELHI: Vice-President and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday nominated Dr M L Raja for the prestigious Dr S Radhakrishnan Chair for a one-year term, effective from 7 May 2025 to 6 May 2026. The Dr S Radhakrishnan Chair was instituted by the Rajya Sabha in 2009 with the aim of promoting scholarly research on various aspects of parliamentary democracy in India. In an official statement delivered during an event at the Vice-President's Enclave, Dhankhar announced Dr M L Raja's nomination and remarked, that the Dr S Radhakrishnan Chair was established to honour the legacy of "one of the distinguished sons of Bharat, the first Vice-President who became President, Dr S Radhakrishnan." Dr M L Raja, from Tamil Nadu, is the second individual to be conferred with the position of Chair. Jawahar Kaul, a prominent journalist from Jammu and Kashmir, earlier served as Chair. While Dr Raja is technically the third recipient of the position, he is second functioning Chair as the position was made operational during Dhankhar's tenure. Speaking about the significance of the chair, Dhankhar said, "In 1962, September 5 was declared as Teacher's Day. It happens to be the birthday of Dr S Radhakrishnan. This underscores that though you may have any position — President, Vice-President. philosopher or author — social recognition comes by virtue of being a teacher for Radhakrishnan."
New Straits Times
27-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Putrajaya, Selangor delineation to be finalised by year end
SHAH ALAM: The delineation exercise between Putrajaya and Selangor is nearly completed and is expected to be finalised by the end of this year, said Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. "So far, the delineation process in Putrajaya is nearly completed (involving) areas such as Sepang and Kuala Langat, while areas (near) Kuala Lumpur like Ampang, Petaling Jaya and Subang will take a little more time because it involves more a complex delineation exercise," he said after officiating the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) Teacher's Day celebration here today. He was commenting on a meeting between a delegation led by him and Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa at Menara Seri Wilayah, Putrajaya yesterday. At the meeting, Dr Zaliha raised the issue of resolving the delineation between Kuala Lumpur and Selangor as well as Putrajaya and Selangor to ensure a more integrated border enforcement could be carried out. Amirudin said that at the meeting, the Selangor government requested that 10 per cent of an Islamic cemetery land area in Hulu Semenyih, Selangor, which is owned by the Federal Lands Commissioner (PTP), be opened up for local residents who wish to be buried there. He hopes that this effort will resolve cemetery land management issues under the administration of the Federal Government but located near Selangor residential areas. Yesterday, Dr Zaliha said the opening of a new Islamic cemetery in Hulu Semenyih could meet the need for Muslim cemeteries in Kuala Lumpur for another 28 years. Meanwhile, Amirudin said the proposal to raise the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 65 is still at the preliminary stage, adding that the matter needs to be further scrutinised. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said had previously proposed that the government consider raising the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 65. – BERNAMA
