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Nicholas Galitzine ‘felt like a fraud’ on first trying on He-Man costume, adopted 5000-calorie diet for transformation

Nicholas Galitzine ‘felt like a fraud’ on first trying on He-Man costume, adopted 5000-calorie diet for transformation

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He may be earning rave reviews for his transformation into He-Man now, but British actor Nicholas Galitzine was not convinced of his own casting. In a recent interview, the actor said he ‘felt like a fraud’ when he first tried on the costume, even asking director Travis Knight if he was sure about the casting choice. Nicholas Galitzine’s insane physical transormation to play He-Man. Nicholas Galitzine on self-doubt In a conversation with People magazine, Nicholas said, “When I first tried on the costume, I felt like a fraud. I said to Travis Knight, ‘Are you sure you don’t want anyone else?,’” The actor portrays the legendary character previously played by Dolph Lundgren in the 1987 live-action film. But he was certain that he did not want to let the self-doubt consume him. In an earlier interview with Hindustan Times, Nicholas said, “I know Travis trusted me, our producers, Mattel, and Amazon trusted me. They cast the guy who was not He-Man shape just yet. But they believed I embodied his essence and his soul. For …

IRCTC delivers 58 crore meals a year, handles 18 lakh daily tickets with AI, digital transformation

IRCTC delivers 58 crore meals a year, handles 18 lakh daily tickets with AI, digital transformation

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State-owned Navratna PSU Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has expanded its digital and AI-driven operations across catering, ticketing and passenger services, handling massive passenger volumes and strengthening automation across key railway functions.  rn The PSU manages catering services in more than 1,400 trains, including premium services such as Vande Bharat Express, Rajdhani Express, Shatabdi Express, Duronto Express, Tejas Express and Gatiman Express, as per data. 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

CBC undertakes structural transformation of 700-plus training institutions for government employees

CBC undertakes structural transformation of 700-plus training institutions for government employees

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New Delhi, A structural transformation of over 700 training institutions to train government employees across the country is currently underway under the guidance of the Capacity Building Commission , its chairperson, S Radha Chauhan, said on Monday. CBC undertakes structural transformation of 700-plus training institutions for government employees In an interview with PTI, Chauhan said that the CBC has mapped the roles performed by public servants across more than 90 ministries and departments of the government of India and developed capacity-building plans aligned to those roles. She said that over 700 training institutions were mapped, following which the CBC launched the Unified New-Age National Training Institutions initiative to support their continuous evolution and improvement. The initiative is based on the “Bharatiya ethos” of collective effort, knowledge sharing, and collaborative growth. “We did not even realise that there were more than 700 training institutions across the country. All of them conduct training programmes, but largely operate independently. Through UNNATI, we are bringing them onto a common platform where they can connect, collaborate, and learn from one …

Exclusive | Ishtiyak Khan dons a new avatar in The Narmada Story: Even I was shocked after my transgender transformation

Exclusive | Ishtiyak Khan dons a new avatar in The Narmada Story: Even I was shocked after my transgender transformation

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Actor Ishtiyak Khan is having an exciting phase where makers are experimenting with different roles. With a career spanning nearly two decades, he is best known for his comic timing and roles, but of late he has got opportunities to showcase his acting prowess and has hit a bulls eye. Actor Ishtiyak Khan (right) his looks as a transgender in The Narmada Story and (inset) in Matka King Last seen as a criminal in OTT series Matka King, he will now be seen as a transgender in his next film The Narmada Story. “It’s very tough to break the mould when you are popular in a particular genre. As an actor, I am trained at National School of Drama (NSD) and then in plays to do all kinds of roles, but opportunities are far and few. I am happy that back-to-back I am able to surprise the audience with my looks and characters – first a dangerous criminal and now in an unrecognisable role of a transgender,” he tells HT City. The actor confesses that …

Gen Subramani takes charge as new Chief of Defence Staff: ‘Transformation of armed forces, organisational reforms key focus’ | India News

Gen Subramani takes charge as new Chief of Defence Staff: ‘Transformation of armed forces, organisational reforms key focus’ | India News

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1 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 31, 2026 09:50 AM IST General NS Raja Subramani Sunday took charge as the new Chief of Defence Staff, news agency PTI reported. Subhramani succeeded General Anil Chauhan, who stepped away on Saturday after ending his tenure as the country’s senior-most military commander. Subramani’s primary mandate will be to put in place the military theaterisation plan and strengthen tri-services synergy. Taking over as the new CDS, he said, “Transformation of armed forces and organisational reforms to enhance synergy and integration will be the primary focus. We will accelerate the development, induction, and integration of indigenous weapons in our armed forces.” Known for his expertise on Pakistan and China, Subramani retired as the Vice Chief of Army Staff on July 31 last year, and was serving as the Military Advisor at the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) ever since. Throughout his 40-year career, General Subramani served across a wide spectrum of conflict profiles and held numerous Command, Staff, and Instructional positions. –with PTI inputs Disclaimer: We do not own any of …

Himachal entering critical phase of urban transformation, climate vulnerability: Sukhu

Himachal entering critical phase of urban transformation, climate vulnerability: Sukhu

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Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu called for urgent reforms in planning, infrastructure, and environmental governance while warning that Himachal Pradesh was entering a critical phase of urban transformation and climate vulnerability. Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu meets students during the visit to the newly upgraded CBSE Government Senior Secondary School, Nerwa, in Shimla district on Wednesday. (HT Photo) He was speaking at the release of the book, ‘City Limits: The Crisis of Urbanisation’, authored by environmentalist, urban policy expert and former deputy mayor of Shimla Tikender Singh Panwar. “I have seen Shimla changing since my childhood. Areas that once had forests are now covered with buildings. There is a need for vertical construction here,” he remarked. Addressing the gathering, the CM said, “We need to understand Himachal differently. By 2040, nearly 50% of the population will be living in urban areas. Policies must be framed keeping in mind the load-bearing capacity of hill cities. Scientific construction, structural engineering, and protection of greenery are essential.” Sukhu said the state government had constituted committees of environmental and …

Shiva Rajkumar believes Ram Charan will win a National Award for Peddi: ‘His transformation is brilliant’

Shiva Rajkumar believes Ram Charan will win a National Award for Peddi: ‘His transformation is brilliant’

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On May 25, Shiva Rajkumar attended the press meet for Peddi in Bengaluru, where he opened up about his role in the film and praised Ram Charan for his dedication and performance. The Kannada star also predicted that Ram Charan could win a National Award for the film. Shiva Rajkumar hails Ram Charan’s dedication and performance in Peddi. Shiva Rajkumar hails Ram Charan’s performance in Peddi During the event, Shiva Rajkumar was asked whether he plays Ram Charan’s coach in the film. While avoiding major spoilers, the actor hinted at an emotional relationship between their characters. He shared that his role carries shades of a mentor or coach and described Peddi’s journey in the film as “extraordinary”. According to him, the emotional bond between Peddi and his character is one of the highlights of the story and is expected to connect strongly with audiences. Praising Ram Charan’s commitment to the role, Shiva Rajkumar said, “I believe Ram Charan will win a National Award for this film. His physical transformation and performance are brilliant. He worked …

Focus on infrastructure, agricultural productivity, developing clusters for export: U.P. State Transformation Commission CEO

Focus on infrastructure, agricultural productivity, developing clusters for export: U.P. State Transformation Commission CEO

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Farmers process harvested wheat using combine harvester in a field in Prayagraj. File | Photo Credit: PTI Uttar Pradesh is focusing on infrastructure development, agricultural productivity, developing dedicated clusters for export, bringing two-three big projects in each low-income district of Eastern U.P. and Bundelkhand along with export of agricultural commodities and strengthening human capital, said Manoj Kumar Singh, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of State Transformation Commission, Uttar Pradesh to The Hindu. “With the present Chief Minister, the issue of law and order has been resolved firmly. It generated confidence among investors, we seeing unprecedented investment intends which are also materialising on the ground across the State in the last 8-9 years. Presently we are focusing high on infrastructure development. We recently got inaugurated Ganga expressway and Noida International Airport at Jewar, we are eyeing to develop Jewar airport as a cargo hub for export of agricultural and horticulture items. In coming few weeks, you will see foundation lying ceremony of 4-5 mega infrastructure projects like expressway. Infrastructure and human resource, these are two strengths we …

Ram Charan’s Peddi transformation: The grueling ‘Desi Pehalwan’ routine and secret third look revealed | Telugu News

Ram Charan’s Peddi transformation: The grueling ‘Desi Pehalwan’ routine and secret third look revealed | Telugu News

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5 min readHyderabadUpdated: Apr 27, 2026 07:58 PM IST When director Buchi Babu Sana sat down with Ram Charan to map out the actor’s physical journey for Peddi, they were planning an entire character arc. The character would go through three distinct physical transformations on screen. And according to Rakkesh R. Uddiyar, the celebrity fitness trainer who has been with Ram Charan for over sixteen months, the third is being kept under wraps. “There will be three transformations of Ram Charan in the film,” he said, adding, “The third will be a surprise for fans.” In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Rakkesh R. Uddiyar recalled the brief from Buchi Babu Sana was clear from the start. “Buchi Babu and Charan were very clear to me about the lead character in Peddi. He should look like a desi pehalwan. He should not look like a Greek god,” Uddiyar said. The target physique was specific: broad shoulders, a big chest, visible abs without a full six-pack, and lean legs. Weights on Monday, Kushti on Tuesday To build …

PM Modi vows transformation, rallies support for BJP before final phase

PM Modi vows transformation, rallies support for BJP before final phase

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday encouraged the people of West Bengal to cast their votes for the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) in the second phase of Assembly elections 2026, stating that the State will surely set a new record in voting. “My fellow citizens of West Bengal, a golden opportunity lies before you to hoist the flag of the BJP’s victory in the festival of democracy. I am confident that on 29th April, you will set a new record in voting. On this historic occasion, I have expressed my sentiments through an audio message,” the PM said he stated in an audio message. 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