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Dayanand Shetty aka Daya says CID went off air due to ‘internal politics’, reveals how Lata Mangeshkar fought for them

Dayanand Shetty aka Daya says CID went off air due to ‘internal politics’, reveals how Lata Mangeshkar fought for them

Very few television shows manage to strike a lasting chord with audiences and eventually become timeless classics. One such show is CID, which first premiered in 1998 and went on to entertain viewers for nearly two decades before going off air in 2018. The popular crime series returned with a new season in 2024, bringing its iconic characters back to the screen. Now, in a conversation with Siddharth Kannan on his podcast, Dayanand Shetty, who played the beloved Daya, has opened up about why the show was originally pulled off air. He also recalled how legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar intervened and fought with the makers when the decision to end the show was announced. Dayanand Shetty reveals how Lata Mangeshkar fought for them when CID was pulled off air. Dayanand Shetty reveals why CID went off air Dayanand revealed that the CID actors were very fond of the show’s producers. However, in 2018, the channel wanted to change the producers, a move the actors objected to. He revealed, “It was pulled off air due to …

Special ops substitutions, internal competition for spots

Special ops substitutions, internal competition for spots

Three substitutions in two games – on the face of it may look innocuous but these ended up saving England from exiting the World Cup in the Round of 32 and then the Round of 16. In a moment of need, Thomas Tuchel didn’t helplessly look at the English bench for a prayer. He instead had a plan – one that England have been hatching for a while now. There is no such thing as a cameo appearance for an England substitute. They are part of what Tuchel calls the ‘special operations’ team – a phrase he let out before the World Cup had even begun. Asked a question about Ivan Toney making it to the England team, Tuchel uttered the phrase that is used primarily in American football. Special teams is a group of eleven players who are used for kicking situations. Tuchel’s substitutes are all earmarked with certain roles to play in a match. A goal down against Congo, he brought Anthony Gordon on. Gordon, who had lost his place to Marcus Rashford …

India slams Pakistan over ‘politicising’ UN forum: ‘J&K was, is, and will remain internal matter’

India slams Pakistan over ‘politicising’ UN forum: ‘J&K was, is, and will remain internal matter’

India once again sharply rebuked Pakistan at a United Nations Security Council meeting, accusing Islamabad of “politicising” the international forum and reiterating that Jammu and Kashmir was an “internal” part of India. This is the second time in a month that New Delhi has criticised Pakistan’s remarks at the UNSC. (ANI Video Grab) In response to the remarks made by Pakistan’s representative during the meeting, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Harish Parvathaneni, said these were “unwarranted.” “I also refer to the unwarranted remarks made by the representative of Pakistan. It is incredible that a co-chair expected to be balanced and unbiased in conduct has chosen to politicize this forum,” Harish said, according to ANI news agency. The Indian envoy to UN further reiterated a position asserted by New Delhi several times in the past. “I would only like to stress for brevity of time that the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir is a matter strictly internal to India, it has always been is and will remain so,” Harish added. Pakistan has previously made …

Amid TMC’s internal crisis, Mahua Moitra calls party exodus a ‘cleansing’, says ‘will never leave Mamata’

Amid TMC’s internal crisis, Mahua Moitra calls party exodus a ‘cleansing’, says ‘will never leave Mamata’

Amid a widening rebellion within the Trinamool Congress, party leader and Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra insisted that the mood in the party remains upbeat, describing the ongoing exodus as a “cleansing” process. She said party supremo Mamata Banerjee values loyalty and that those who are fundamentally opposed to the BJP would never abandon her or the TMC. Amid party exodus, Mahua Moitra says she is never going to leave Mamata Banerjee and TMC. (PTI) “In some ways, we’re actually happy because the shuddhi karan, the cleansing, is happening. Mamata Di, for all her instincts, for all her leadership, is a deeply emotional person with a great deal of affection and long-lasting loyalties,” Moitra said in an exclusive interview with HT. Mahua also said the episode had served as a lesson for the party, suggesting that Banerjee should have severed ties with some leaders much earlier. “Yes, that’s the lesson. She goes out of her way to do all of these things because she’s come from the grassroots and she has this connect. Mamata Banerjee …

Camila Mendes checked online reactions to her Masters of the Universe casting to prepare ‘internal clapback’ for trolls

Camila Mendes checked online reactions to her Masters of the Universe casting to prepare ‘internal clapback’ for trolls

She has been Veronica Lodge, and now Camila Mendes is trading sass for brawn, as she transforms into Teela, the popular superhero in the He-Man universe. The new Masters of the Universe film stars Camila as Teela, Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Adam, and Jared Leto as Skeletor. In a candid chat with Hindustan Times, Camila opens up on the role and opening herself up to fan reactions. Camila Mendes in a still from He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. ‘We gave her more emotional depth’ Teela, like He-Man, originated as an action figure from Mattel before showing up as a supporting character in the animated show. Her original version had her as a warrior goddess, but one who still needed rescuing by the hero. The new Teela is much more self-sufficient and even better than He-Man at some things. Talking about modernising her while staying timeless, Camila says, “We balanced it by giving her a bit more emotional depth and a dry sense of humour. That was really essential to humanise her and ground …

Zoya Akhtar confirms theft at her production house, calls it an ‘internal job’: ‘Sad to what extent people go’

Zoya Akhtar confirms theft at her production house, calls it an ‘internal job’: ‘Sad to what extent people go’

A major theft allegedly took place at Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti’s production office, Tiger Baby Digital LLP , in Mumbai. It was reported that 66 hard discs which contained sensitive production date was stolen from the company’s office and was sold . Now, Zoya has confiemd the robbery.Howveer, she also shared that the production house had backup copies of the content Zoya Akhtar (HT Photo) Zoya on theft Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, Zoya Akhtar said, “Yes, there has been a robbery in my office, hard disks have been stolen. We filed a complaint and police has made some arrests as well. It’s an internal job, it’s sad to what extent people go to make mone. Luckily we have backup files of everything.” About theft at Zoya’s office Hindustan Times had reported that an staffer, Shahid Khan, who was employed at the company’s Mumbai office was arrested in connection with the cas after Mehjabeen Mushtaq Shaikh, who worked as an executive assistant with the production house, had filed an FIR regarding the matter. Shaikh had alleged …

Sexual harassment case: NCW directs TCS to constitute separate internal panels in all its 127 units

Sexual harassment case: NCW directs TCS to constitute separate internal panels in all its 127 units

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has directed Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to constitute separate internal committees in all its 127 units with 10 or more employees within four weeks to strengthen compliance with the PoSH Act. Senior TCS officials attended the hearing virtually. (REUTERS/Representational) The directions were issued during a hearing conducted by the Commission on May 21 in connection with the TCS Nashik case under the chairpersonship of NCW chief Vijaya Rahatkar. Senior TCS officials attended the hearing virtually. At least nine persons have been arrested in connection with the alleged instances of sexual harassment, exploitation and religious conversion at the TCS unit in Nashik. Also Read | Nida Khan, key accused in sexual harassment case at TCS Nashik, arrested after 42-day hunt During the proceedings, the Commission raised serious concerns regarding systemic gaps in workplace safety and implementation of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act at the Nashik unit. Issues discussed included the absence of accessible HR infrastructure and grievance redressal mechanisms, lack of a dedicated internal committee for the Nashik …

Internal rift in Odisha chess body leaves GM Abhijeet Gupta, others waiting for Rs 45 lakh prize money | Chess News

Internal rift in Odisha chess body leaves GM Abhijeet Gupta, others waiting for Rs 45 lakh prize money | Chess News

Arjuna Awardee Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta has expressed frustration over the unresolved prize money for the Odisha Open title he won earlier this year, pointing to yet another case of state association mismanagement leaving players to suffer. The 16th International Grandmaster Chess Festival, organised by the All Odisha Chess Association (AOCA), was held in Bhubaneswar from January 16 to 24. The five-time Commonwealth gold medallist won the Category ‘A’ event with a score of 8.0/10, which carried a promised prize of Rs 5.5 lakh. The organisers assured Gupta that the amount would be transferred within two weeks. When that did not happen, he reached out to them again. Initially, they attempted to evade the matter, he said, before eventually ceasing to respond altogether. Speaking to The Indian Express, Gupta said: “The event got over around 24th–25th January. As the winner of the tournament, I was assured by the organiser that the transfer of the prize money would be done within a couple of weeks.” “When that didn’t happen, I tried to chase them. They asked for …

Nexus between narcotic dealers, terrorists challenge for country’s internal security: J&K L-G

Nexus between narcotic dealers, terrorists challenge for country’s internal security: J&K L-G

 Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu In a veiled attack on Pakistan, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday (May 3, 2026) said the “inimical neighbour” has targeted Jammu and Kashmir’s youth by filling the union territory’s streets with drugs, and asserted that the government and security forces will foil the designs of the “dangerous enemy”. He also noted that the nexus between narcotic dealers and terrorists had become a challenge for the country’s internal security. Published – May 03, 2026 01:58 pm IST 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

Raghav Chadha hits back at AAP amid internal rift over Punjab issues

Raghav Chadha hits back at AAP amid internal rift over Punjab issues

 Amid an escalating political spat within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), MP Raghav Chadha has fired back at his own party over recent claims that he has not raised Punjab-related issues in Parliament. In a post on X, Chadha responded to the allegations, emphasising that Punjab is not just his home but “duty, soil and soul.” He highlighted the various issues he raised as an MP, including advocating for the Nankana Sahib corridor, legal guarantees for farmers` Minimum Support Price (MSP), addressing vanishing groundwater in Punjab, recommending Bharat Ratna recognition for Bhagat Singh, and several other key issues. “To my colleagues in AAP who were forced to issue videos saying that “Raghav Chadha failed to raise Punjab`s issues in Parliament”, here is a small trailer…Picture Abhi Baaki Hai. Punjab isn`t a talking point for me. It is my home, my duty, my soil, my soul.” To my colleagues in AAP who were forced to issue videos saying that “Raghav Chadha failed to raise Punjab’s issues in Parliament”, here is a small trailer…Picture Abhi Baaki Hai. …