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‘India Is Global Centre Of Goodwill, Harmony’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat | India News

‘India Is Global Centre Of Goodwill, Harmony’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat | India News

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Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 18:17 IST He said that while relationships in many countries are seen as transactions, in India they are built on a feeling of belonging. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat (PTI Image) RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Sunday that India is a global centre of goodwill and social harmony, adding that the country’s civilisational values are based on a sense of oneness and shared belonging, not transactional ties. Speaking at a Samajik Sadbhav (social harmony) meeting organised by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Goraksh province at Baba Gambhirnath Auditorium in Taramandal to mark the organisation’s centenary year, Bhagwat said society is shaped by interconnectedness rather than self-interest. He said that while relationships in many countries are seen as transactions, in India they are built on a feeling of belonging. Repeating his view, Bhagwat said India stands for goodwill and social harmony, with its civilisational ethos rooted in unity and mutual acceptance instead of give-and-take relationships. Referring to India’s diversity, he said differences in customs, clothing and traditions do not lead to division because …

Randeep Hooda named Goodwill Champion for Environmental Film Festival

Randeep Hooda named Goodwill Champion for Environmental Film Festival

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Bollywood actor and environmental advocate and animal lover Randeep Hooda has been announced as the Goodwill Champion for the All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALTEFF) 2025 – India’s largest film festival dedicated to showcasing stories around nature, sustainability, and climate action. Randeep announced Goodwill Champion for Environmental Film Festival Known for his deep connection with nature and outspoken stance on wildlife conservation, Randeep has consistently used his voice and platform to raise awareness about protecting the environment. From supporting reforestation drives to rescuing animals and speaking up about sustainable ways to conserve wildlife and nature, the actor has become a true champion for the cause. Over the years, ALTEFF has received support from several environmentally conscious celebrities, including Alia Bhatt and Dia Mirza, both of whom have lent their support to amplify the festival’s mission of sustainability and ecological awareness. Randeep to amplify message of sustainability Festival Director Kunal Khanna shared his thoughts on Randeep joining the festival, “Randeep Hooda embodies everything that ALTEFF stands for empathy towards nature, respect for all life forms, …

Karan Johar says he ‘inherited goodwill from his father but no money’, explains why he decided to partner with Adar Poonawalla for Rs 1000 cr | Bollywood News

Karan Johar says he ‘inherited goodwill from his father but no money’, explains why he decided to partner with Adar Poonawalla for Rs 1000 cr | Bollywood News

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Karan Johar sold 50 percent stake of his production house, Dharma Productions, to Adar Poonawalla for Rs 1,000 crore in 2024. In a recent interaction, the filmmaker spoke about the decision and shared that they took this decision because they wanted to grow the company and needed funds for the same. He also spoke about his company’s history and said that they only started making hit films in a row after Karan started directing films in 1998, as before that, Dharma had a string of flops. Speaking to Raj Shamani on his YouTube channel, Karan admitted that many films of Dharma Productions earlier were collaborative efforts, which is why, the a big chunk of profit had to be divided amongst the partners, and did not stay with Dharma. He said he eventually became wary of making films through such partnerships and explained, “I didn’t want to do collaborative projects so that all the profitability stays with Dharma Productions. Our biggest hits at that time all had partners because we couldn’t finance those films on our …

Offering gifts to NAAC teams as ‘goodwill gesture’ is pervasive culture, say stakeholders in A.P.

Offering gifts to NAAC teams as ‘goodwill gesture’ is pervasive culture, say stakeholders in A.P.

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A view of National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) campus. Photo used for representation purpose only | Photo Credit: The Hindu         The scandal involving Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation (KLEF) in Andhra Pradesh, as part of which bribes were offered to the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) for favourable ranking has prompted significant changes in the grading agency. The NAAC plans to phase out the practice of physical data verification by expert panels, based on the recommendations of the Radhakrishnan Committee’s report submitted last year. In Andhra Pradesh, where the bribery scam surfaced, stakeholders admit to a ‘pervasive culture of offering gifts’ to the inspecting teams of the accrediting body. NAAC team members and the institutions of higher education bypass rules, with the ‘above-normal hospitality’ being offered that includes organising special events, arranging sightseeing and most importantly, offering gifts to the inspection teams for favourable ranking. “It has become a necessary evil and everybody is forced to entertain this for fear of losing out in the rank race,” admits a former office-bearer of Andhra …

“We Are A Nation Of ‘Movie Bhakts’…Our Films Spread Goodwill In The World”

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‘Boycott Bollywood’ Won’t Help, We Are A Nation Of ‘Movie Bhakts’: Javed Akhtar(Photo Credit –IANS) Acclaimed poet, lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, who is here to attend the 16th Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF), said on Friday that Indian cinema is one of the strongest goodwill ambassadors in the world and hence Indian films should be respected. Answering a query by IANS at a presser on the sidelines of JLF on the current ‘Boycott Bollywood’ trend, Akhtar said, “This ‘Boycott Bollywood’ trend will not help. People in India love movies, be it in north, south, west or eastern part of the country. We are a nation of ‘Movie Bhakts’… It is in our DNA to listen to stories, to tell stories, and this has been the trend for ages. Our stories always come along with songs… Hindi films did not invent it. One should respect Hindi cinema.” “Our films are released in 35-36 countries worldwide. Indian cinema is one of the strongest goodwill ambassadors in the world. If we start doing a headcount, our stars are …