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Two key energy cooperation agreements to be signed during PM’s UAE visit

Two key energy cooperation agreements to be signed during PM’s UAE visit

Energy security will be a focus area of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on May 15, the first leg of a five-nation tour, and the two sides are expected to sign key agreements on Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies and strategic petroleum reserves, people familiar with the matter said. PM Modi’s UAE visit will focus on energy security amid West Asia tensions, with deals on LPG supply and strategic petroleum storage expected. (PMO) Modi’s six-day visit will also take him to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy, and collaboration in energy and technology, along with measures to cope with the economic fallout of the West Asia conflict, are set to top the agenda in most of the countries, the people said on condition of anonymity. The Indian side has focused on shoring up energy cooperation with key suppliers in West Asia amid disruptions due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and Modi’s discussions with the UAE leadership during a brief stopover in Abu Dhabi are expected to …

Russian Athletics Federation announces India tie-up, AFI says no MoU signed | Sports News

Russian Athletics Federation announces India tie-up, AFI says no MoU signed | Sports News

2 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 1, 2026 11:07 PM IST Russian Athletics Federation (RusAF) on Friday announced a ‘long-term cooperation’ plan with the Athletics Federation of India (AFI); however, AFI officials said that there hasn’t been a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed yet. RusAF took to Instagram to announce the collaboration after Executive Director Boris Yaryshevsky and General Secretary Alexander Georgadze visited India and met AFI officials. “Russian athletes will be able to compete in national competitions in India, while Indian athletes in several disciplines will have the opportunity to train in Russia. Coaches, in turn, will be able to exchange experience,” RusAF said. “We are laying the foundation for long-term cooperation. We have agreed on mutual participation of Russian and Indian athletes in competitions, the organisation of joint training camps in Russia, and strengthening efforts to develop grassroots sport,” Yaryshevsky was quoted in the same post. However, an AFI official confirmed that there was no specific arrangement and it was part of the larger arrangement. “There is No MOU with AFI. We are part …

‘I was very scared of my father’: Aamir Khan reveals the only two films he signed without reading script | Bollywood News

‘I was very scared of my father’: Aamir Khan reveals the only two films he signed without reading script | Bollywood News

Aamir Khan has long been known as Bollywood’s ‘Mr Perfectionist,’ known for choosing films with strong, meaningful storytelling. But early in his career, his track record wasn’t always as perfect. In a recent chat with Zakir Khan, the actor opened up about his decision-making process and revealed that there were two projects in his career where he said yes without even hearing the script. Aamir explained that his decision-making process has always been deeply instinctive rather than strategic. “When I choose a film, my heart has to be in it, whether I’m part of it as an actor or a producer. When I’m hearing or choosing a story, I become like an audience member. If it touches my heart, if it’s saying something new and excites me, that’s when I decide whether to produce it or act in it.” The two films Aamir Khan signed blindly Aamir revealed that early in his career, he took on two films without knowing their stories—both at the insistence of his father, filmmaker Tahir Hussain. “There are only two …

Rashmika Mandanna danced ‘crazily’ to Salman Khan song at post-wedding bash, DJ Ganesh reveals wedding party signed NDA

Rashmika Mandanna danced ‘crazily’ to Salman Khan song at post-wedding bash, DJ Ganesh reveals wedding party signed NDA

After dating for a while, actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna got married in an intimate yet grand wedding ceremony in Udaipur in February this year. Celebrity DJ Ganesh, who performed at the couple’s post-wedding party, recently recalled how Rashmika danced her heart out to Salman Khan’s songs during the celebrations. Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverkonda’s picture from their sangeet night. Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s post-wedding party details out In an interview with News18, DJ Ganesh spoke about the post-wedding party and said, “It was the last celebration before they had to get back to their normal lives. Rashmika Mandanna loves Bollywood songs, and that is the reason why they got me on board. When I first got to know that I had to play, I was confused because I assumed it was a South Indian wedding. Later, I realised how big a fan Rashmika is of Bollywood music.” He revealed that he had known about the wedding since December last year, but the couple had made everyone sign an NDA. He added that …

Mona Singh recalls warning excited Gaurav Gera to keep Dhurandhar under wraps: ‘Do you remember you’ve signed NDA?’

Mona Singh recalls warning excited Gaurav Gera to keep Dhurandhar under wraps: ‘Do you remember you’ve signed NDA?’

Actor Mona Singh has shared that she once advised her close friend, Gaurav Gera, who has gained worldwide recognition for playing Aalam Bhai, to remain discreet about Dhurandhar while the film was still being shot, highlighting the importance of confidentiality in the industry. Mona Singh revealed that she warned her friend, Gaurav Gera, to keep details of his role in Dhurandhar under wraps. (Also read: Gaurav Gera posts a 1998 letter reflecting on struggles leading to Dhurandhar 2: ‘Thanks to my 23 year old self, Ma Pa’) Mona Singh advised Gaurav Gera to calm down Recalling the moment, Mona said Gaurav, who had waited nearly 10–15 years for a breakthrough project, was extremely excited after landing the role. In his enthusiasm, he began sharing details about his look and character arc with her. That’s when Mona stepped in with a reminder. “I told him, ‘Do you remember you’ve signed an NDA?’ Even if you’re telling me, you shouldn’t be sharing these things,” she said, underlining that such agreements are meant to be taken seriously, even …

Divya Dutta signed 20 films, but then returned the signing amount after Aditya Chopra’s advice: ‘I was very taken aback’

Divya Dutta signed 20 films, but then returned the signing amount after Aditya Chopra’s advice: ‘I was very taken aback’

Divya Dutta began her journey in Bollywood as a teenager. Barely 16 when she debuted with Ishq Mein Jeena Ishq Mein Marna, the actor gained prominence with the 1999 Punjabi film Shaheed-e-Mohabbat Boota Singh. But she admits that for years, work was hard to come by. At this juncture, success came to her after Veer Zaara and Divya was flooded with offers. She ended up signing as many as 20 films, but only to return the money for many of them after a conversation with Aditya Chopra. In a conversation with Hindustan Times, Divya talks about her career and why she has prioritised quality over quantity now. Divya Dutta talks about her journey in Bollywood. (Manoj Verma/ HT) When Divya signed 20 films at once Divya reminisces about the beginning of her journey in films in the mid-90s. “I felt out of place,” she admits, “For me, finding my place was a journey in itself. Along the way, you realise what you want. As life happens to you, it is when that clarity of thought …

Naga Chaitanya reveals why he hasn’t signed another Hindi film after Laal Singh Chaddha: How film fares at box office…

Naga Chaitanya reveals why he hasn’t signed another Hindi film after Laal Singh Chaddha: How film fares at box office…

After making a strong place for himself down South, Naga Chaitanya entered Hindi films with Aamir Khan co-starrer Laal Singh Chaddha in 2022. The film, however, was met with a lukewarm response and since then, the actor hasn’t signed any other Hindi film yet. Ask him why and he says, “There is no specific reason. Definitely, my eyes are open. It’s just after that film, I’ve been working on projects here and they’ve taken a lot of my time and effort. So, I’m looking forward to an opportunity in Hindi and all my energies are out there to do something special over there again.” Naga Chaitanya (Photo: Instagram) Was the underwhelming response to the film that pushed him towards being more cautious with his choices in Hindi? “Not really, because I really enjoyed myself shooting for that film. I learned so much and the people there were so warm and took such good care of me. So the experience has been nothing short of amazing. As for how the film fares in the box office, …

Love And War Makers Get Over 500 NDAs Signed To Prevent Leaks From Alia, Ranbir And Vicky’s Film | Bollywood News

Love And War Makers Get Over 500 NDAs Signed To Prevent Leaks From Alia, Ranbir And Vicky’s Film | Bollywood News

Last Updated:March 16, 2026, 17:40 IST Reports claim that strict measures are being taken to avoid any leaks from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film. No official release date announced for Love and War. Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal’s Love and War has become a highly anticipated film, especially because of the reports surrounding the project. From reports about an exorbitant budget to the ones about major reshoots, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film has kept fans on their toes. Now, another report claims that strict measures are being taken to avoid any leaks. A source told Hindustan Times, “The team of Love & War is leaving no stone unturned to protect the film’s world and prevent any content from leaking out. Not just the principal cast, but makers have reportedly asked a large section of the crew working on the project to sign strict NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements).” The source further told the portal, “Over 500 NDAs have already been signed or are currently in process, ensuring that information, visuals, or material from the sets do not …

Exclusive | Love & War makers get over 500 NDAs signed to ensure no leaks from Sanjay Leela Bhansali film

Exclusive | Love & War makers get over 500 NDAs signed to ensure no leaks from Sanjay Leela Bhansali film

Expectations are high for Sanjay Leela Bhansali‘s upcoming period love story Love & War, which is one of the most-awaited releases of the year. The film, which stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, is slated to release later this year. Now, an industry source tells HT that the makers are taking strict measures to prevent leaks from the shoot ahead of the film’s release. (Also read: Exclusive | Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal-starrer Love & War not pushed to 2027) Sanjay Leela Bhansali is currently busy with the shoot of Love and War. (Photo by SUJIT JAISWAL / AFP) (AFP) What the source said A source close to the film reveals, “The team of Love & War is leaving no stone unturned to protect the film’s world and prevent any content from leaking out. Not just the principal cast, but makers has reportedly asked a large section of the crew working on the project to sign strict NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements). Over 500 NDAs have already been signed or are …

MoU signed to protect bio-medical research through patent and IPR filing

MoU signed to protect bio-medical research through patent and IPR filing

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology (TNSCST) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to protect academic and industrial bio-medical research and development projects through intellectual property filings and patent. Under the agreement, ICMR and TNSCST would jointly protect the exclusive rights of biomedical innovations originating from academic institutions and initiate seamless technology transfer, a press release stated. They would jointly facilitate the process of intellectual property rights filing related to biomedical innovations covering patentability search reports and patent drafting and filing through the Medical Innovations Patent Mitra initiative of ICMR. They would also collaborate to connect inventors with potential investors to enable effective technology transfer and commercialisation of biomedical patents. The MoU was signed by S. Vincent, Member Secretary, TNSCST, and Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research, and Director General, ICMR. Published – March 14, 2026 12:39 am 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 …