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Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shahbaz Khan slams Bollywood's casting practices after being denied better opportunities: 'People in South industry work with discipline...'
Actor Shahbaz Khan is known for playing some memorable villainous roles in the 1990s in Bollywood , and the actor has voiced concerns about the changing dynamics in the entertainment industry that have left many senior actors on the sidelines. In a recent interview, he criticised casting practices and the influence of corporates on the creative aspects of filmmaking. Shahbaz about limited opportunities During a conversation with the YouTube channel Just Baat, Shahbaz opened up about the limited opportunities he and his contemporaries are receiving today. Operation Sindoor 'Op Sindoor's precision & execution was unimaginable': Rajnath Singh Operation Sindoor: India repels drone, missile attack across LoC Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list 'Casting directors have their favourites, and they call old actors like me—who worked extensively in the 1990s—overexposed. This is wrong. Those who are truly overexposed are the actors being cast in every other OTT show. Some actors are such that the audience doesn't want to see them, yet they are forced upon them. The new-age casting directors and actors think of themselves as no less than Dilip Kumar . They see themselves as the biggest actors,' he shared. Fans confuse Dilip Kumar's brother Aslam Khan as him, actor corrects the blunder by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo Making movie's for commercial aspect He also highlighted how the influx of corporate funding has altered the industry's priorities, shifting the focus from creativity to commercialism. According to him, this has inflated actor salaries while sidelining the passion and artistic spirit that once defined filmmaking. 'Old actors started with less money, but at that time the value of money was greater. Currently, actors may be paid more, but their expenses are also higher. The economy has changed. Purane actors ne bhi maal banake rakha hai. Sab set hai. But they are not getting work now.' He further added that films are becoming 'money-minting machines', and creativity is no longer their priority. Shahbaz about South Industry Shahbaz also revealed that he has worked on a few projects in the South Indian film industry. He praised their work ethic and organisation, citing his experience of being treated with utmost professionalism. 'People in the South industry work with a lot of discipline and passion. They would call me at 6 a.m. for a 7 a.m. shoot, saying the car is ready,' he recounted. He later shared that Dilip Kumar once advised him to be like clay on set, fully surrendering to the director's vision, stay surrounded by positive and knowledgeable individuals, and maintain a spiritual connection with god to become a truly good actor.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
HSC: One in two 90 percenters from city, Mumbai success rate higher than state's
Mumbai: Bucking recent trends, Mumbai division's HSC performance has exceeded the overall state average, recording 90.4% pass percentage—its best in 8 years, with the exception of 2021 when exams were cancelled due to Covid-19. In comparison, the overall state success rate has dipped to 90.2% from 91.9% last year, reports Yogita Rao. More than 50% of students scoring 90% or above are from Mumbai, first time since 2018. A total of 4,524 students are 90-percenters compared to 3,774 last year. The state's count of those scoring 90%+ dropped to 8,352 from 8,782 last year. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The jump in Mumbai's scores indicates a tougher race for admissions in top-rung colleges—ISC recorded 16% rise in those scoring 90% + in the state, while CBSE Class 12 results are awaited. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo HSC results announced Monday saw Mumbai as the only division to register an increase in its success rate. It rose to the fourth place among the nine divisions—a big jump from the bottom spot last year. Meanwhile, the performance of students in the arts faculty in Maharashtra has seen a steep decline of 6%, majorly contributing to the dip in the state's overall success rate. More than half the students in the state who scored 90% or more—4,524 out of 8,352— are from Mumbai. While the top scorers across the state decreased, Mumbai saw a jump. Among high scorers from the city, one of a set of twins from Ramnarain Ruia College, Arushi Sinha, bagged 98.17% in science. Her sister, Ayati Sinha, secured 95.67%. Commerce high scorers, in a deviation from the usual, are not from commerce-only colleges. From K C College, Amey Pawar scored 97.33%, followed by St Xavier's College's Adya Choudhury who got 97.1%. At St Xavier's College, commerce at the FYJC level was started in 2021. This was the third batch to clear HSC, said principal Rajendra Shinde. Choudhury's score was followed by three from H R College, who bagged 97%. Both humanities high scorers in the city— Vrinda Pandya (96.67%) and Mihika Joshi (96.17%)—are from Jai Hind College. In the state, the Konkan division recorded the best performance with a success rate of 96%. Most divisions saw a decline in their performance. State board chairman Sharad Gosavi said an overall decline in 1% or 2% is not a major concern, as the performance of different divisions varies each year and depends on the batches. Commerce students did better than in 2024. Girls again outperformed boys. Many city colleges recorded good results. At N M College, of the 1,082 students, almost half scored 90%, and over 96% distinction, said principal Parag Ajgaonkar. R A Podar College and Mulund College of Commerce also recorded 100% results. At R A Podar, 288 students scored above 90%. More students scored above 90% in commerce at K C College. It recorded better results in commerce, followed by arts and then science, said principal Tejashree Shanbhag. Its highest score in science, though, was up 3%. At Mithibai College, arts and commerce results were better than science, said principal Krutika Desai. Almost 22% of its 1,055 students in commerce scored above 90%, the corresponding number was less than 2% in science. Pace Junior Science College chairman Praveen Tyagi said assessment has been stringent in science, but it would motivate students to work harder. Shubham Raje Junior College at Ghodbunder Road has got a 100% result in science and commerce, continuing its streak since 2008. (With Nishikant Karlikar)
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Now, rain & flood forecasting system by C-DAC to get predictions 72 hours in advance for Pimpri Chinchwad
Pune: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has introduced an advanced Rainfall and Flood Forecasting Early Warning System. This system, developed in collaboration with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing ( C-DAC ), aims to enhance urban disaster readiness and climate resilience. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune The system employs high-resolution modelling for weather, hydrology, and air quality to provide forecasts up to 72 hours in advance at ward, village, and tehsil levels in Pimpri Chinchwad. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo A senior PCMC official confirmed that the civic body signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with C-DAC, making it one of the first municipal corporations in the region to implement such advanced forecasting technology. "The system will enable timely and data-driven decisions, enhancing the city's ability to respond to weather-related emergencies," the official said, adding that it is designed to aid disaster management, policy formulation, and real-time response through precise, localised forecasts. PCMC commissioner Shekhar Singh said, "Preparedness is key to city safety. This new forecasting system will help Pimpri Chinchwad become more informed, responsive, and resilient. It will support timely interventions to safeguard both people and infrastructure." One of the key features is an automated forecast validation mechanism, which continuously refines predictions by comparing model outputs with real-time data. It also includes a web-based GIS-enabled Decision Support System (DSS) that facilitates interactive visualisation, early warning dissemination, and data analysis. This tool will assist both civic officials and residents in making better preparedness decisions during extreme weather events. Another PCMC official said the system relies on meteorological data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and other sources, and it does not require the installation of any additional radar or infrastructure. "C-DAC experts will continuously monitor and analyse this data to deliver accurate, city-specific forecasts," he said. The system was developed by C-DAC under the Govt of India's National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), jointly implemented by the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) and the department of science and technology (DST). Pune: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has introduced an advanced Rainfall and Flood Forecasting Early Warning System. This system, developed in collaboration with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), aims to enhance urban disaster readiness and climate resilience. The system employs high-resolution modelling for weather, hydrology, and air quality to provide forecasts up to 72 hours in advance at ward, village, and tehsil levels in Pimpri Chinchwad. A senior PCMC official confirmed that the civic body signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with C-DAC, making it one of the first municipal corporations in the region to implement such advanced forecasting technology. "The system will enable timely and data-driven decisions, enhancing the city's ability to respond to weather-related emergencies," the official said, adding that it is designed to aid disaster management, policy formulation, and real-time response through precise, localised forecasts. PCMC commissioner Shekhar Singh said, "Preparedness is key to city safety. This new forecasting system will help Pimpri Chinchwad become more informed, responsive, and resilient. It will support timely interventions to safeguard both people and infrastructure." One of the key features is an automated forecast validation mechanism, which continuously refines predictions by comparing model outputs with real-time data. It also includes a web-based GIS-enabled Decision Support System (DSS) that facilitates interactive visualisation, early warning dissemination, and data analysis. This tool will assist both civic officials and residents in making better preparedness decisions during extreme weather events. Another PCMC official said the system relies on meteorological data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and other sources, and it does not require the installation of any additional radar or infrastructure. "C-DAC experts will continuously monitor and analyse this data to deliver accurate, city-specific forecasts," he said. The system was developed by C-DAC under the Govt of India's National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), jointly implemented by the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) and the department of science and technology (DST).
Time of India
05-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Social worker passes HSC exam at age 31 with support from her two children
1 2 3 Pune: A 31-year-old social worker from Market Yard, Sushmita Hanumant Kotle , resumed her education after a long gap and successfully cleared her HSC (Arts) examinations with 60% marks on Monday. Kotle discontinued her studies in 2010 after she got married. Years later, encouraged by her two children and office colleagues, she decided to return to academics. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Kotle lives in a slum area and works with an NGO that provides education to children and adults in similar communities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo "As part of my work, I am required to spread awareness among slum dwellers about the importance of education. I've been doing this for the past few years, and my colleagues, as well as my children, encouraged me to continue my own studies," Kotle said. "I thought about it and decided to pursue my education as an external student. My husband, who drives an autorickshaw, also supported me," she added. "My son, Harshavardhan, who is in Std VIII, and my daughter, Aradhya, a Std VI student, took it upon themselves to teach me. They helped me with English, especially grammar, and mathematics. I studied after finishing work at the NGO and completing my household chores. I managed to study between 5am and 6am daily, and again between 11pm and midnight," Kotle shared.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Seabreeze brings some relief to the city, not the suburbs
Chennai: High temperatures continue to scorch interior districts and suburbs during peak summer season, but the sea breeze is keeping the heat at bay in the core city areas. On Saturday, Meenambakkam observatory, which covers the suburbs, recorded a maximum temperature of 39.6°C — 2.5°C above normal. Nungambakkam observatory recorded 37.1°C. Though these temperatures are relatively lower in the city, the sea breeze led to a spike in humidity, rising to around 70%, causing discomfort. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai There could be some respite on Sunday, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rain in some areas, although the maximum temperature is still expected to be between 38°C and 39°C. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo On Saturday, Vellore recorded the highest temperature in TN at 41°C. Other districts such as Erode, Karur, Madurai, Trichy, and Salem reported temperatures between 38°C and 40°C. Experts said while sea breeze is helping regulate temperatures in the city, it takes time to reach interior regions — by which time the mercury tends to shoot up. "On Saturday, maximum temperatures are likely to be 2°C –3°C above normal over isolated pockets of Tamil Nadu. From May 5 to 7, day temperatures may be near normal," an IMD bulletin said. Weather bloggers said that while hot days are likely to continue in the interior districts, he city also has chances of light spells of rain in some areas."Temperatures are expected to gradually reduce due to rainfall in the state over the next week," blogger Pradeep John said in a post.
