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Lee Sang-min reveals earning 1.5 billion won a year after clearing billions in debt

Lee Sang-min reveals earning 1.5 billion won a year after clearing billions in debt

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Singer-songwriter and TV personality Lee Sang-min’s financial history has been in the spotlight for years in South Korea. Lee Sang-min (Photo: X) The artiste had accumulated approximately 6.9 billion won in debt in 2005 after a series of failed business ventures. It took him 17 years to clear it all and in 2024, he finally became debt-free. But recently, his new financial state came to light on a game show, leaving everyone surprised. In the latest episode of the Wavve survival reality show Blood Game X, which released on Friday, Sang-min revealed that he earned 1.5 billion won (approx ₹9.33 crore) last year. The cast members on the show were asked to reveal their previous year’s income as part of a challenge which would determine their team’s starting funds. Lee was leading team P1, which saw his fellow contestants reveal their earnings to be 50 million won (approx ₹31 lakh), 80 million won (approx ₹50 lakh) and 200 million won (approx ₹1.24 crore), respectively. Then, Lee shared his figure of “1.5 billion won”, which left …

The costs of the Iran war: Thousands of lives and billions of dollars | World News

The costs of the Iran war: Thousands of lives and billions of dollars | World News

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The war against Iran lasted just over 15 weeks before a preliminary US-Iranian peace deal was reached this week. But the human and economic toll mounted rapidly, with consequences far beyond the region. Facing pressure at home and abroad, President Donald Trump announced Monday that he and Vice President JD Vance had electronically signed a document with the Iranians formally ending the war, which began Feb. 28 when the United States and Israel attacked Iran. On Wednesday, the president signed the agreement again in France at the Palace of Versailles, where an ill-fated treaty was signed to end World War I more than a century ago. The costs of the war are still being tallied as a 60-day period for further negotiations begins. Here is what we know. Death toll More than 3,000 Iranians were reported to have been killed in the conflict. Israel says 26 Israelis have been killed. Thousands of people in both countries have been injured. The US military says 13 of its members have been killed. Story continues below this ad …

School dropout Satish Sanpal from sabzi shop to Burj Khalifa, billions

School dropout Satish Sanpal from sabzi shop to Burj Khalifa, billions

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Satish Sanpal and his wife Tabinda Sanpal, who recently grabbed attention for their lavish lifestyle through the Netflix series Desi Bling, are once again making headlines. From living at the iconic Burj Khalifa to now constructing a sprawling mansion on a 50,000 sq ft plot in Dubai Hills, the couple’s extravagant life has become the talk of the internet. They reportedly own six Rolls-Royces — including one customised for their one-year-old daughter Bella. In an interview with Curly Tales, the couple — who are also making headlines for allegedly owning over 40 kilos of gold worth more than Rs 200 crore — opened up about their lives before and after wealth. Desi Bling is a Netflix show that focuses on the extravagant lifestyles of Dubai’s nouveau rich Indian expats, and is getting criticism for showcasing excess. You can read its review here. ‘Started a grocery shop at 17’ Recalling his journey, Satish said, “I am from Jabalpur. It has been 15 years since I shifted to Dubai. I came from a middle-class family. At 17, …

Ramayana teaser release, runtime: Ranbir Kapoor calls Lord Rama the ‘conscience keeper of billions’ at LA screening | Bollywood News

Ramayana teaser release, runtime: Ranbir Kapoor calls Lord Rama the ‘conscience keeper of billions’ at LA screening | Bollywood News

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4 min readChennaiMar 31, 2026 09:40 AM IST While fans wait with bated breath for the makers of Ramayana to release the first look of the film on April 2, the film’s producer Namit Malhotra, actor Ranbir Kapoor and director Nitesh Tiwari screened the film’s first glimpse at an IMAX theatre in Los Angeles in front of a limited audience. They also held a Q&A session and shared details about the film. Ranbir Kapoor calls Lord Rama the ‘conscience keeper’ At the event, Ranbir spoke about the significance of Lord Rama and how he is the “conscience keeper of billions of people”. The actor referred to Lord Rama as ‘Maryada Purushottam’ (Most dignified man). He said, “Lord Rama has been the conscience keeper of billions of people around the globe for centuries and long after. He will continue being so long after we have gone.” He added, “He enlightens us about the human spirit in terms of adversities. He stands for compassion, for courage, for righteousness and forgiveness. He is called Maryada Purushottam, which stands …

Ranbir Kapoor introduces Ramayana at LA event, calls Lord Rama ‘conscience keeper of billions’

Ranbir Kapoor introduces Ramayana at LA event, calls Lord Rama ‘conscience keeper of billions’

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Before releasing the highly anticipated first glimpse of ‘Rama’ on April 2, Ranbir Kapoor, along with director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra, made a special trip to Los Angeles to unveil Ramayana’s first visuals to an exclusive international audience. At the event, Ranbir also spoke about portraying Lord Rama, describing him as the epitome of an ideal man. Ranbir Kapoor will be seen alongside Sai Pallavi in Ramayana. Ranbir Kapoor on playing Lord Rama The footage of the mythological epic was unveiled at a special screening for a packed audience in Los Angeles recently, and several photos and videos from the event have since surfaced on social media, giving fans a glimpse of the excitement surrounding the premiere. At the event, Ranbir, Nitesh and Namit also participated in a Q&A session, answering questions about the upcoming film, the characters, and more. In a video from the session that has now surfaced on social media, Ranbir is seen sharing his thoughts on bringing Lord Rama’s character to life on screen. During the conversation, Ranbir mentioned …

‘Our AI Models Will Serve Billions In Their Native Languages’: PM Modi On India’s ‘Creator’ Potential | India News

‘Our AI Models Will Serve Billions In Their Native Languages’: PM Modi On India’s ‘Creator’ Potential | India News

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Last Updated:February 17, 2026, 22:36 IST PM Narendra Modi said the Union Budget 2026 reinforces India’s AI vision by expanding support for data centres, cloud infrastructure, and domestic compute capacity PM Narendra Modi said India’s digital journey is built on the fundamental principle of self-reliance. (Image: PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India should aim to be a creator in artificial intelligence rather than just a consumer. Unveiling his ambitious roadmap to transform India into one of the world’s top three artificial intelligence (AI) superpowers, Prime Minister Modi said the country’s digital journey is built on the fundamental principle of self-reliance. “Our journey toward Atmanirbhar Bharat has been built on a fundamental principle: India must not just consume technology but create it,” Modi said, adding that his vision rests on the three pillars of sovereignty, inclusivity, and innovation. He said central to this strategy is the development of indigenous AI models designed to serve billions in their native languages. By writing its “own code for the digital century”, the Centre aims to ensure …

Family Business first look: Silver-haired Anil Kapoor, Vijay Varma go all guns blazing in war for billions, legacy. Watch | Bollywood News

Family Business first look: Silver-haired Anil Kapoor, Vijay Varma go all guns blazing in war for billions, legacy. Watch | Bollywood News

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2 min readMumbaiFeb 3, 2026 06:14 PM IST Netflix India, as part of revealing its lineup of original shows and films for 2026, today launched the first look of the web series Family Business, marking a head-to-head showdown between Anil Kapoor and Vijay Varma. The series centers on a high-stakes corporate battle, featuring a family tycoon war between visionary billionaire Jeh Davar (Anil Kapoor) and rising tycoon Sid Mehta (Vijay Varma). In the show, Jeh Davar grooms Sid Mehta to take over India’s largest conglomerate as his successor. However, tensions escalate when Sid’s character is abruptly fired, sparking a no-holds-barred succession battle that turns personal. Co-created by Hansal Mehta (his second collaboration with Netflix following the highly successful crime drama Scoop in 2024) and Niren Bhatt, (the writing genius behind films like Bala, Stree 2, and Bhediya), Family Business is reportedly adapted from the infamous American drama series, Billions. The first-look promo, around two minutes long, gives audiences a taste of the intense showdown, showcasing Anil and Vijay clashing over legacy and power. As Anil …

Raghav Juyal says ‘billions finally discovered’ Met Gala thanks to Shah Rukh Khan: ‘I thought it was Halloween for ultra-rich’ | Bollywood News

Raghav Juyal says ‘billions finally discovered’ Met Gala thanks to Shah Rukh Khan: ‘I thought it was Halloween for ultra-rich’ | Bollywood News

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Several Indian celebrities, including Shah Rukh Khan, Diljit Dosanjh, Kiara Advani and Priyanka Chopra, graced the red carpet at the 2025 Met Gala. SRK especially turned heads in an all-black suit featuring high-waisted trousers with a kamarbandh, a black silk shirt, and a tailcoat. Joining fans in admiration, actor Raghav Juyal also lauded SRK’s appearance, offering his praise with characteristic wit on social media. Taking to his Instagram handle, Raghav shared a cheeky post on Shah Rukh’s MET Gala red carpet look. He wrote, “Thank you, Shah Sir-because of you, billions (okay, more than half of the entire planet) finally discovered that something called the Met Gala exists. To be honest, until then, I thought it was just Halloween for the ultra-rich.” ALSO READ | Amid polarised response to Shah Rukh Khan’s MET Gala 2025 look, Kajol copies his look; asks fans to ‘spot the difference’. See photos Check out his post: Shah Rukh Khan debuted at the Met Gala this year in an all-black ensemble. He wore a long overcoat over a silk shirt, …

Apple to Source Billions of US-Made Chips in Supply Chain Shift

Apple to Source Billions of US-Made Chips in Supply Chain Shift

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Apple plans to source more than 19 billion chips from the US this year, part of a global supply chain shift to gradually lessen its reliance on China and elevate India for iPhone production. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook talked about leaning more heavily on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., which is expanding its Arizona operations to half a dozen plants. He also affirmed expectations that Apple will in future make the vast majority of its US-bound iPhones in India — reducing output from China as the Donald Trump administration threatens to slap punitive tariffs on its Asian rival. India was mentioned almost as many times as China on Thursday’s post-earnings conference call, reflecting its rising importance. Cook however was mum on a series of questions about how potential tariffs on consumer electronics may affect Apple’s business, saying “it’s very difficult to predict beyond June.” Chief Financial Officer Kevan Parekh said Apple’s commentary on the call assumes that current global tariff rates and policies remain in effect and that the global macroeconomic outlook doesn’t worsen. The …

CBI, Kerala police arrest Lithuanian wanted by US in crypto fraud worth billions | Latest News India

CBI, Kerala police arrest Lithuanian wanted by US in crypto fraud worth billions | Latest News India

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New Delhi: Acting on a request from the US, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Kerala police have arrested a Lithuanian citizen, wanted by the US authorities, from Thiruvananthapuram, people familiar with the development said. Alexsej Besciokov, 46, a Lithuanian national, was arrested from Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. The cooperation comes close on the heels of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack co-conspirator Tahawwur Rana’s extradition to India, which has been approved by Donald Trump administration and is likely to happen soon. The arrested individual, Alexsej Besciokov, 46, a Lithuanian national, has been charged by U.S. Secret Service along with co-accused Russian national Aleksandr Mira Serda for operating and controlling Garantex, a cryptocurrency exchange that allegedly facilitated money laundering by transnational criminal organisations (including terrorist organisations) and sanctions violations. A U.S. Secret Service indictment of the duo states that since April 2019, Garantex processed at least $96 billion in cryptocurrency transactions. It is alleged that Garantex received hundreds of millions in criminal proceeds and was used to facilitate various crimes, including hacking, ransomware, terrorism, and drug trafficking, …