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JNU cancels auditorium booking for discussion on Umar Khalid’s book: Students’ Union

JNU cancels auditorium booking for discussion on Umar Khalid’s book: Students’ Union

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Student leader Umar Khalid. File | Photo Credit: Emmanual Yogini A book discussion on “Fractured Communities: Adivasi Histories and the Politics of Power,” authored by Umar Khalid, scheduled for Monday (August 10, 2026) at Jawaharlal Nehru University, has been shifted from its originally designated venue, the students’ union said on Sunday (August 9, 2026). “The discussion on the book authored by former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Mr. Khalid is still on. It was supposed to take place in the auditorium of the School of Social Sciences, but the venue has now been cancelled. The programme will take place at another venue,” the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU) general secretary said. He said no particular reason was given for cancelling the original venue. The JNUSU said the alternate venue for the discussion would be announced separately. The event featuring discussions on the book, which examines Adivasi histories and the politics of power, organised by the JNUSU on the occasion of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, was scheduled to take place at …

Tatkal ticket booking is now faster on IRCTC’s new website

Tatkal ticket booking is now faster on IRCTC’s new website

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More passengers are now completing Tatkal ticket bookings within the first few minutes after the launch of the revamped Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website, according to the government ticketing website. Indian Railways. (PTI file.) Citing recent data, IRCTC said bookings done within first three minutes of the Tatkal window increased by over 5%. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Indian Railways adds online excess baggage option to ticket booking

Indian Railways adds online excess baggage option to ticket booking

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Passengers travelling by train can now book and pay for excess luggage online while reserving their tickets, as Indian Railways on Friday rolled out a new digital facility aimed at making the travel process more convenient.  The service integrates excess luggage booking with the online ticket reservation system, eliminating the need for passengers to visit parcel offices separately before boarding. Previously, travellers carrying baggage beyond the free allowance had to complete a separate booking process at railway parcel counters, often leading to additional paperwork and long queues. The online excess luggage booking facility is available only to passengers holding confirmed tickets and is restricted to travel classes where carrying luggage beyond the free allowance is permitted upon payment of the prescribed charges. Passengers travelling in AC First Class, AC 2-Tier, First Class, Sleeper Class and Second Class can avail of the service. However, those travelling in AC 3-Tier and AC Chair Car will not be eligible, as the maximum permissible baggage limit in these classes is the same as the free luggage allowance. Under the …

Railways to launch online booking for excess luggage tomorrow | India News

Railways to launch online booking for excess luggage tomorrow | India News

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2 min readKolkataUpdated: Jul 30, 2026 03:12 PM IST The Railways is launching an online facility on July 31 to let passengers declare and book extra baggage when reserving tickets, bypassing lengthy queues at railway stations. Currently passengers carrying luggage beyond the permissible free limit are required to visit parcel offices to book their extra baggage before their train’s departure. The new online excess luggage booking facility aims to eliminate redundant paperwork, cut down waiting times, and reduce overcrowding at railway terminals across the country. How to book extra luggage online Passengers with confirmed tickets can book additional baggage on http://www.parcel.indianrail.gov.in by entering journey details, including origin and destination stations, train numbers, and parcel specifications. The portal automatically generates an estimated freight charge. Passengers can print the online application and present their luggage at the origin station’s parcel office for final weighing and charge confirmation. On making the payment, they will get a receipt required for collecting baggage at the destination. They can monitor their luggage in real time via the Track & Trace service …

Kajal Aggarwal & Shreyas Talpade’s Film Advance Booking Opens On July 23

Kajal Aggarwal & Shreyas Talpade’s Film Advance Booking Opens On July 23

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Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade The India Story (Photo Credit: Instagram) The film shines a spotlight on one of India’s most pressing yet often overlooked public health concerns. Through an intense, thought-provoking narrative, The India Story seeks to expose the hidden dangers behind everyday food consumption while raising awareness of a reality that affects countless families across the country. Presented by Zee Studios in association with MIG Production & Studios, the makers of The India Story have announced that advance bookings for the film will open on July 23, giving audiences an opportunity to secure their seats ahead of its theatrical release. Actors Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade have shared an important message highlighting the growing concern of pesticide farming and why audiences should watch their upcoming film.  Inspired by the issue of pesticide farming and its far-reaching impact on public health, the film brings a socially significant subject to the big screen through a compelling courtroom. Kajal Aggarwal & Shreyas Talpade Highlight The India Story’s Important Message Speaking about the film, Kajal Aggarwal said, …

Avengers Doomsday mints million in pre-sales in 12 hours; shatters advance booking records despite limited sales

Avengers Doomsday mints $10 million in pre-sales in 12 hours; shatters advance booking records despite limited sales

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The trailer launch of Avengers: Doomsday on Monday marked the beginning of the film’s theatrical journey, with limited advance bookings now open. And in just 12 hours, despite very limited tickets going on sale, the film has shattered all advance-booking records, minting over $10 million. With five months to go before the release, it looks as if the Marvel film is looking for an all-time record opening. Chris Hemsworth in a still from Avengers: Doomsday. Avengers Doomsday sets pace for pre-sales On Monday, as the trailer for Avengers: Doomsday was unveiled, the first tickets for Infinity Vision – a new large-screen format debuting with the film – went live in select theatres across the United States. Despite just 10% of the total available screens going up for sale this early, the film minted money. Sacnilk reported that within 12 hours of the pre-sales beginning, Avengers: Doomsday minted $10.5 million in advance bookings. The Infinity Vision format is being seen as Disney’s answer to IMAX. The studio is missing out on IMAX real estate for its …

Jana Nayagan advance booking: Vijay film earns Rs 6.7 cr in hours, eyes Rajinikanth’s record | Tamil News

Jana Nayagan advance booking: Vijay film earns Rs 6.7 cr in hours, eyes Rajinikanth’s record | Tamil News

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4 min readKochiJul 19, 2026 07:31 PM IST After months of uncertainty due to a censorship battle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), director H Vinoth’s Jana Nayagan, starring actor-turned-politician Vijay in the lead role, is all set for release. One of the most anticipated Indian films of the year, since it was supposed to mark Vijay’s swansong before his full-fledged political entry in the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Jana Nayagan was initially scheduled to hit the screens on January 9, coinciding with the Pongal season. Don’t Miss | ‘I have no positives as an actor’: When Mammootty revealed how he overcame his ‘negatives’ Why Jana Nayagan’s release was delayed However, it became embroiled in a certification battle, leading to its release being postponed indefinitely. The movie finally received an ‘A’ certificate earlier this month, after which the makers announced that Jana Nayagan would hit the screens on Thursday, July 23. With its release right around the corner, the political action drama’s advance bookings have commenced, and tickets are …

Vijay’s Jana Nayagan advance booking finally opens in India; sold out shows despite ticket price going up to ₹2500

Vijay’s Jana Nayagan advance booking finally opens in India; sold out shows despite ticket price going up to ₹2500

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H Vinoth’s Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan is finally hitting screens after a 7-month-long delay. The film, touted as the star’s final film as he serves as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu, has high expectations pinned on it. So much so that even as advance bookings open in India in limited theatres, shows are selling out, despite prices going as high as ₹2500. Vijay will be seen one last time on the silver screen in H Vinoth’s Jana Nayagan. Jana Nayagan advance bookings open in India Advance bookings for Jana Nayagan have opened in regions including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Kerala, and more. For the Tamil version of the film, tickets in most places have been priced between ₹100 and ₹800. Bengaluru tells a whole different story, with it being the film’s producer, K Venkata Narayana’s stronghold. While a few shows offer tickets at ₹500- ₹800, most shows listed so far have tickets priced above ₹1000. Tickets for the 6:30 AM show are already selling out in some theatres, with some showing as sold out. Cinepolis: …

2 Lakh+ Tickets Sold In Advance Booking, Marvel’s 2nd Highest Opening Loading!

2 Lakh+ Tickets Sold In Advance Booking, Marvel’s 2nd Highest Opening Loading!

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Box Office (India)! ( Photo Credit – YouTube ) Tom Holland and Zendaya starrer Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to arrive in Indian theatres on July 31, 2026. Advance bookings have commenced, and Marvel superhero drama is unleashing madness at the box office. It is heading for one of the biggest openings for a Hollywood film. Scroll below for the detailed update! Spider-Man: Brand New Day Box Office Advance Booking (12 days ago) According to a report by Box Office Worldwide, Destin Daniel Cretton’s directorial has made pre-sales worth 4 crore at PVR-INOX alone for day 1. It has sold a total of 76K tickets, followed by another 14K ticket sales registered at Cinepolis. The opening weekend sales have already reached a whopping 11.50 crore. Spider-Man: Brand New Day has sold 2 lakh+ tickets through advance booking during the opening weekend. There’s still 12 days to go, and while the masses are going gaga over Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, they’re equally excited for the fourth installment of Spider-Man. Marvel’s 2nd …

The Odyssey advance booking predicts Christopher Nolan film beating Oppenheimer opening; tickets go up to ₹3400

The Odyssey advance booking predicts Christopher Nolan film beating Oppenheimer opening; tickets go up to ₹3400

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Tickets for The Odyssey go up to ₹3400 Tickets for The Odyssey went on sale in India on June 8, way before its July 17 release date. The ticket prices and number of shows it boasts of are no different from those of any big-ticket Indian film featuring major stars. Tickets for the film currently range from ₹150 to ₹3400 in India, and they are selling out fast. At INOX Megaplex in Pune, tickets cost ₹3400 for the recliner seats. PVR ICON, Phoenix Palladium in Lower Parel, Mumbai, is selling recliner seats at ₹3100 a buck, while at PVR IMAX with Laser, Priya in Delhi-NCR, the tickets go for ₹2500. At the Cinepolis Nexus Shantiniketan in Bengaluru, a ticket costs ₹1950, while at INOX South City Mall, a ticket costs ₹1240. Shows start around 8:20 AM, with the final late-night show running until 11:55 PM. Bigger opening than Oppenheimer predicted Oppenheimer earned ₹131.73 crore net in India in 2023, with a net opening of ₹14.50 crore on day 1. According to Sacnilk, the film earned …