The Bhamla Foundation has kicked off its World Environment Day 2025 campaign, Tik Tik Plastic 3.0, enlisting Bollywood stars Ajay Devgn and Sharvari as the new faces of the initiative. Led by Asif Bhamla, Chairman of the Foundation, and curated by renowned filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, the campaign was officially launched today. Its core objective is to raise awareness around #BeatPlasticPollution and inspire widespread action to tackle one of the most pressing environmental issues facing the planet today.
13 May,2025 05:07 PM IST
Sajid Khan faces fresh sexual harassment allegations from actress Navina Bole, recalling inappropriate demands during the 2004–05 casting of Heyy Babyy. Khan was previously accused by multiple women during India’s #MeToo movement, including Saloni Chopra, Rachel White, Simran Suri, and Sherlyn Chopra. His controversial return with Bigg Boss 16 reignited backlash, and the new accusations have intensified calls for accountability in Bollywood.
28 April,2025 07:58 PM IST
In a litmus test for President Aleksandar Vučić’s administration, thousand of students gathered in Belgrade for anti-government demonstrations reflecting widespread public dissatisfaction and the escalating momentum of anti-corruption protests. The catalyst for this movement was the tragic collapse of the Novi Sad railway station roof in November 2024, which claimed 15 lives—a disaster many attribute to governmental negligence. This gathering will be followed up by a rally in which students from across Serbia march on foot to the capital protesting against the current government.
15 March,2025 11:17 AM IST
On March 4, opposition deputies in Serbia threw smoke grenades and tear gas inside the parliament to protest government policies. This protest followed public anger over a train station roof collapse four months ago that killed 15 people. The demonstrations, initially about the collapse, have become a major challenge to the Serbian government. During a legislative session, the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) approved the agenda. Some opposition politicians rushed to the speaker’s podium, where they clashed with security guards. Others threw smoke grenades and tear gas, filling the air with black and pink smoke, which was seen live on TV. The protests have grown into one of the biggest challenges for the government.
05 March,2025 11:30 AM IST
The New India Co-operative Bank scam has left customers in a state of confusion, anxiety, and uncertainty about their hard-earned money. The biggest question on their minds—when will they be able to recover their funds? Do they have any immediate legal remedies in case of a financial crisis? Finance experts Mitil Chokshi and Parsh Chokshi weigh in on how the scam unfolded, whether the RBI could have intervened earlier, and the options available to account holders now to reclaim their money.
18 February,2025 10:40 AM IST
The New India Co-operative Bank scam has left customers in a state of confusion, anxiety, and uncertainty about their hard-earned money. The biggest question on their minds—when will they be able to recover their funds? Do they have any immediate legal remedies in case of a financial crisis? Finance experts Mitil Chokshi and Parsh Chokshi weigh in on how the scam unfolded, whether the RBI could have intervened earlier, and the options available to account holders now to reclaim their money.
17 February,2025 10:09 PM IST
In a major shocker, the Reserve Bank of India has imposed stringent restrictions on New India Co-operative Bank, leaving numerous depositors in turmoil. Significant financial irregularities are said to have unfolded behind closed doors that have led to the crisis. What events led to this drastic measure? Take a look.
15 February,2025 09:56 PM IST
Amid the ongoing New India Co-operative Bank controversy, RBI has superseded the Board of Directors of New India Co-operative Bank after imposing the restrictions, the customers' panic is unabated. On 15th February, anxious customers thronged the branches of the bank in Malad East and Kandivali West demanding answers from the authorities over the looming confusion over their savings. While RBI has assured safety of deposits up to Rs. 5 Lakh, uncertainty over reclaims and the fate of deposits exceeding over Rs. 5 lakhs still remain unclear. Customers ask tough questions from the authorities.
15 February,2025 02:47 PM IST
As Mumbai-based New India Co-operative Bank faces crisis, mid-day went on the ground to the New India Co-operative Bank branch in Santacruz East to gauge the reaction of the flustered public who have their money deposited in the bank. On 13th February, RBI issued an order barring the Mumbai-based bank from conducting futher business. No new loans can be issue, withdrawals have been suspended for six months due to liquidity concerns. While this should not be seen as a cancellation of banking license by RBI, nervous customers gathered outside the bank branches with the hope of withdrawing their hard-earned money. Many customers here have their savings tied up in the bank. People are worried about thier locked funds - their hard-earned money which they accumulated over the years. Uncertainty and frustration can be seen as customers are unsure when they will be able to access their money from the bank.
14 February,2025 05:08 PM IST
A day after the Reserve Bank of India barred New India Co-operative Bank from issuing new loans and suspended deposit withdrawals for six months, citing supervisory concerns and the lender's liquidity position, panicked customers gathered in huge numbers outside the New India Co-operative Bank branches many of whom have savings tied up in the bank. The sudden banking restriction has left the customers worried if they will be able to get their money back from the Bank. Seema Waghmare, a customer of the New India Co-operative Bank, says, "Wec deposited money just yesterday, but they did not say anything... They should have told us that this was going to happen... They are saying that we will get our money within 3 months... We have EMIs to pay, we have no idea how we will do all of that..."
14 February,2025 12:34 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
