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NDTV
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Rasha Thadani Calls For Protection Of India's Wildlife And Tiger Reserves
Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Rasha Thadani emphasised the importance of preserving India's wildlife on World Environment Day. She urged followers to recognise the value of biodiversity and the need for its protection. Thadani highlighted the negative impacts of pollution and climate change on both nature and humanity. Actor Rasha Thadani, on the occasion of World Enviornment Day, took to Instagram to share a powerful message urging her followers to turn their attention to the natural wealth of its country - its wildlife. "It's world environment day. I urge you to take a minute and think about why this is important. Our world is blessed with biodiversity. Rich, dense forests, home to countless species of birds, animals and plants. Yet, we silently watch as they continue to disappear. Why?" she writes in the caption. Rasha Thadani Urges People To Preserve India's Wildlife At the center of her appeal was a plea to not "be selfish" and preserve India's wildlife, especially tiger reserves. "We struggle with pollution, climate change, all of which negatively effect not only our environment, but the human race itself. We NEED these jungles for clean air, clean water and a healthier future. If not for nature itself, protect wildlife for our survival!" she continues in the caption. She also shared her love for documenting the beauty of the species in India's forests, including "Ranthambhore, Nagarhole, Tadoba, Satpura, we have some of the rarest species. Beautiful species- our tigers, our leopards, our peacocks, our hornbills, the owlets." She shared that she can't wait to witness the beauty again and "generations to come get to witness the beauty of our forests." For Rasha, India's tiger reserves are more than destinations - they are sacred, living spaces that must be safeguarded not just for wildlife, but for the future of humanity. "We NEED these jungles for clean air, clean water and a healthier future," she emphasised. 'Every tree cut, every jungle lost, brings us closer to crisis.' She suggests sustainable development as a model that allows economic progress while protecting ecosystems. Thadani stressed that individual actions also count which can include, avoiding plastic, carpooling, planting trees, recycling, and supporting eco-friendly brands. Best Tiger Reserves In India You Can Explore According to the National Tier Conservation Authority, " India's tiger reserves harmonizes the conservation of biodiversity with responsible tourism practices, aiming to foster environmental awareness and local community engagement." Here are 10 the most popular tiger reserves in India you can visit:
Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Rasha Thadani serves Gen Z look in Rs 80,000 trench coat, bold top and shorts
Whether it be ethnic outfits, barbie-core dresses, or laid-back airport fits, Rasha Thadani knows how to turn heads, despite the fashion genre. The dance mogul and budding starlet has a knack for creating some statement-making fashion moments. Yet again, Rasha got her fans smitten in a stunning attire that included a Max Mara denim-blend trench coat worth around Rs 80,000 on Editorialist. Raveena Tandon's daughter posed fiercely against the backdrop of Mumbai's monsoon, sporting an earthy-toned ensemble, perfect for the cozy weather. Starting with her top, Thadani wore a gorgeous, sheer top in multiple muted shades, including brown and blue. The plunging neckline top, with its body-hugging silhouette, exuded feminine finesse. The Uyi Amma muse paired her translucent top with denim shorts. The light-washed blue shorts, cinched higher at the waist, perfectly complemented the petite top. It also boasted rugged and asymmetrical hemlines, making Rasha's outfit cool and edgy. The denim-blend trench coat The Azaad actress layered her striking outfit with a denim-infused trench coat that should be on every fashionista's radar. The long coat in beige shade exuded quiet luxury, while the double-layered denim accents on either side added a stylish playfulness to the ensemble. With large lapel collars and a billowy silhouette, Thadani's coat could be summed up as 'perfection'. Serving the ultimate Pinterest-worthy fashion goals, Rasha accessorized her outfit with trendy, melting-patterned golden earrings and a couple of gilded accessories. She skipped any other accessory, keeping her look understated yet eye-catching. Thadani rounded up her look with sleek, beige-shaded heels. The strappy heels with ankle buckles complemented the actress's neutral-themed outfit while adding a statuesque appeal to her form. For the makeup, the Gen Z style maven opted for a generously blushed and glowy base. She accentuated her eyes with smudged kajal and eyeliner. The diva flaunted a nude-brown lipstick, topped with gloss, turning up the glamour meter. She tossed her voluminous hair messily, serving effortless-chic vibes.
India Today
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Puzzled Sanjay Dutt asks 'kaun' as paps mention Rasha Thadani. Watch
Actor Sanjay Dutt was caught in a woosh when paparazzi told him that they were waiting to click Rasha Thadani. The 65-year-old was stepping out of an event when he started telling the paps to leave the place since it had started raining heavily. When quizzed further, the paps told him that they were waiting for Thadani, a Bollywood debutant, and daughter of actor Raveena who probably didn't remember Rasha, got puzzled and asked the paps 'kaun' (who?). The video of the same incident is now going viral on social media. Dutt seemed concerned about the wellbeing of the photographers stationed outside the venue to click celebrities coming out. He also asked the paps if they had eaten anything before getting inside his car and finally driving Sanjay Dutt's viral video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Pap (@bollywoodpap)Thadani, daughter of Raveena Tandon and Anil Thadani, made her Bollywood debut earlier this year alongside Aaman Devgan in 'Azaad'. The 20-year-old is rising as one of the most popular names in Bollywood's social circle lately. Meanwhile, Dutt and Tandon have starred in many movies together, including 'Jeena Marna Tere Sang' (1992), 'Zamane Se Kya Darna' (1994), 'Aatish' (1994), 'Vijeta' (1996), and quite recently in 'KGF: Chapter 2'. They will next be seen together in 'Welcome to the Jungle', a comedy film also starring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Paresh Rawal and Jacqueline Fernandez, among Watch IN THIS STORY#Sanjay Dutt
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Ciclo Cafe: Blending pedals with plates on a boutique hospitality journey, ET HospitalityWorld
Advt Advt By , ETHospitalityWorld Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETHospitalityWorld App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App What started as a niche experiment in cycling culture back in 2015 has quietly grown into a unique hybrid hospitality venture. Chennai-based Ciclo Cafe , founded by Ashish Thadani , marries the worlds of leisure dining and cycling, and is now gearing up for a fresh chapter—one that includes boutique stays and a deeper dive into experiential hospitality 'We were passionate about food, and we were passionate about cycling. Ciclo Cafe was the result of bringing both those passions together under one roof,' said Thadani, the director of the Cafe first opened in Chennai in March 2015 as a joint venture between Thadani's company and TI Cycles , one of India's largest bicycle manufacturers. Inspired by European bicycle cafes—like those by premium Italian cycle brand Bianchi—the idea was simple: build a space where cycling culture could thrive alongside good Ciclo Cafe expanded its base quickly to other cities like Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Gurugram quickly, 'with the realignment' in TI Cycle family and the decision to withdraw from retail business led to the breakup of the JV partnership in 2018. Thadani then shifted his focus to Chennai and started consolidating the cafe business there.'At that time, cycling as a sport or hobby was still very nascent in India,' recalls Thadani. Despite the JV supporting professional cycling, hosting the country's top riders and racing in national-level competitions, the sport's ecosystem remained fragile because of multiple reasons including the high equipment costs, limited sponsorship, and poor exposure for aspiring athletes, he said.'It's a chicken and egg story. Unless they participate, they don't get sponsors. But unless they have sponsors, they can't participate,' Thadani the journey after the break up of the JV, he said, 'Cycling was a hobby for me and F&B was my strength. So I decided to continue with the concept on my own and promote cycling in our own small way'.The focus shifted to consolidation and standardisation. By 2019, Ciclo set up a central kitchen and bakery in Chennai—an essential step to ensuring consistency across locations. Today, the brand operates four outlets in Chennai and recently opened its first cafe outside the city in Puducherry The Puducherry outlet, nestled in the heart of the city's White Town, adds a fresh dimension to the Ciclo experience—accommodation.'We've run hotels and serviced apartments before, so rooms weren't new to us. In Puducherry, the property had space for a few rooms, and it made perfect sense for travelers who wanted to experience the town, the food, and cycling—all in one,' said staying at the Puducherry cafe can borrow bikes to explore the scenic French quarters—a nod to the cafe's original inspiration. The brand now sees a potential hospitality play in other leisure destinations as well.'If we get similar opportunities in other cities we are glad to replicate the model,' he Cafe is not a quick-service restaurant. Instead, it positions itself as a leisure dining destination. From chandeliers made of spokes to bicycle-themed tables and lights, the aesthetic stays true to its the cycles are quite precious to them, all the Ciclo cafes allow cycles to be parked safely inside the about the food offerings, Thadani said that they had a special menu for nutrition-conscious cyclists including high-protein, low-carb meals, protein shakes, and hydration options available post-ride.'Being part of the cycling community myself, I know what riders need,' Thadani its growth, Ciclo Cafe remained entirely self-funded. Thadani said the team had deliberately stayed away from outside investment or aggressive franchising.'We're old school. Food is a very hands-on business. Until we find like-minded partners who share our passion for food and service, we prefer to own and operate our outlets,' he said, the team was open to collaborations with cycling brands—both Indian and international—as long as there was a clear F&B-retail alignment. With a scalable backend in Chennai and successful pilots like Puducherry. Thadani was optimistic about growing into tier-2 and tier-3 the kind of infrastructure he had set up in Chennai, Thadani believed that he could easily expand with at least eight to ten outlets in cities in the same radius as a hobby, Thadani believed that there were very few activities like cycling which foster social interactions, cohesion and community-driven lifestyle.'If we can get even a small percentage of people to lead a more active lifestyle through what we do, that's mission accomplished,' Thadani concluded.
