GAURAV SHARMA
PVR Inox Q2 profit rises 111% to Rs 273 crore, targets 500 new screens in 3 years
PVR INOX plans an ambitious expansion, targeting to unveil around 90 to 100 new screens in FY 2027 and 150 to 175 in FY 2028. With a focus on Tier 2 to 4 markets, they'll introduce their innovative SMART Cinema format. Estimated capital expenditure for FY 27 is projected at ₹300-320 crore, adhering to a capital-light approach.
New OTT releases to watch this week (October 26 - November 1): 9 new movies and shows on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video, ZEE5 and more
This week, from October 26 to November 1, OTT platforms will release several exciting new movies and shows across different genres, including action-comedy, family drama, and horror. Featured titles will be Baththa, Akka, and The One About Matthew Perry, along with Minimum Wage and Obsession. This diverse lineup promises something for everyone looking to explore fresh content. Read on!
PVR INOX targets 500 new screens in three years, bets on SMART Cinemas
The multiplex operator aims to open 90-100 screens in FY27, followed by 150-175 in FY28. It has identified around 300 cities for SMART Cinemas, an affordable, capital-light format designed for smaller markets.
Bengal steps up Durga Puja immersion security after stampede kills 19; CM Suvendu Adhikari reviews arrangements
Suvendu Adhikari reviewed arrangements for Durga Puja idol immersions at Babughat in Kolkata on Wednesday. The review followed a tragic stampede at a city pandal that resulted in 19 fatalities. Enhanced security measures have been announced to ensure a smooth immersion process on Bijaya Dashami. A total of 18 IPS officers have been assigned to supervise immersions across Kolkata and nearby areas.
India hotel deals nearly triple to $493 million in H1 2026
Hotel property transactions in India surged nearly threefold year-on-year to $493 million in the first half of 2026, JLL data showed. The firm has raised its full-year transaction forecast to $1.1 billion, up 94% from 2025. Tier-II and Tier-III cities accounted for about 60% of H1 activity.
Baby Do Die Do OTT release date and platform details: When and where to watch Huma Qureshi's action thriller movie online
Huma Qureshi's upcoming action thriller Baby Do Die Do is set for a digital debut soon to captivate audiences. This gripping narrative revolves around a deaf and mute hitwoman ensnared in a relentless pursuit of vengeance. Ram Charan has previously commended the performances of both Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem. Read on to know more about the streaming details.

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand reviews security, infrastructure development amid rising violence
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh chaired a security meeting to address rising violence. Discussions focused on deploying personnel to vulnerable areas and ensuring infrastructure work proceeds. The government will provide necessary security support for development projects. Subsidies were distributed to food processing entrepreneurs under a central government scheme. The Chief Minister appealed for cooperation to restore peace and normalcy in the state.

GPT-6 Astra signals new leap in AI autonomy
Unveiled on Thursday, Astra has outperformed rival models from Anthropic, Google, Meta and Chinese labs Alibaba and Moonshot on key benchmarks for coding, cybersecurity, computer use and reasoning, according to the Sam Altman-led company.

'No bigger Guru Dakshina than this': Paralympic gold medalist Harvinder Singh's coach on archer's historic win
Paralympic gold medallist Harvinder Singh expressed pride after winning India's first-ever gold in para-archery at the Paris Paralympics. He defeated Poland's Lukasz Ciszek in a straight-set final. His coach, Gaurav Sharma, praised the historic achievement. India also won a bronze in mixed team compound archery, marking their best performance in para-archery at the Paralympics.

Investcorp inks deal to lead an investment of Rs 340 crore in Canpac Trends
This investment will help Canpac expand its production footprint to all major manufacturing hubs of the country. Additionally, these funds will be utilized to accelerate growth via acquisitions and strengthen its R&D initiatives.

Himachal Pradesh polls: Three rebel BJP candidates still in race in CM's home district
The ruling BJP is facing rebel candidates in three of 10 seats in the CM's home district after 11 candidates withdrew their papers in Mandi. Currently, 67 candidates are in the fray in Mandi. The rebel BJP candidates in the district are Gian Chand from Nachan, former minister Roop Singh's son Abhishek Thakur from Sundernagar and Parveen Sharma from Mandi.

AAP leaders in Himachal Pradesh, to make electoral promises
As part of its poll guarantees, the AAP has already promised free and quality education and medical treatment for Himachal residents.

Kajal Aggarwal-starrer 'Uma', directed by Tathagata Singha, goes on floors
The movie has been billed as a slice-of-life Hindi film.

This Delhi restaurant offers special discount to those vaccinated
Gaurav Sharma, the 25-year-old owner of Zaika, told IANS, "Apart from feeding the needy during the corona lockdown, I have tried to contribute in the vaccination process by encouraging people. I have offered 20 per cent discount to those who have got vaccinated."

Indian-origin MP, Gaurav Sharma, in New Zealand takes oath in Sanskrit
India's High Commissioner to New Zealand and Samoa, Muktesh Pardeshi said on Twitter that Sharma took oath first in "New Zealand's indigenous Maori language, followed by India's classical language - Sanskrit, showing deep respect for cultural traditions of both India and New Zealand.

Dhananjay Mungale joins advisory board of fintech company Atlantis
“We warmly welcome Mr. Mungale to Atlantis and look forward to his in-depth industry experience, guidance and leadership to help us build the ‘Bank of the Future’ across India and Southeast Asia,” said Gaurav Sharma, founder of Atlantis.

Seven flavours of spice family want a 'Sunrise' of their own
For the low-profile Bhardwaj-Sharma family, selling off the ‘Sunrise’ brand that they had nurtured for more than 70 years was not an easy decision.

UP man comes to the rescue of paralysed US man
An US research team headed by an Indian scientist has developed a technology that lets him control his limbs using just his “thoughts“.

Jammu gets mobile application for election updates
'Jammu Links' mobile app plans to give updates on technology, sports, besides updating android users with latest news from state and the country.
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