Popular singer Lisa, who is also part of K-pop group Blackpink, wore an outfit by Indian designer Rahul Mishra for her musical tribute to James Bond at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday night.&nbsp; Lisa, who is a rapper in Blackpink, created history by becoming the first K-pop idol to take the Oscars centre stage for a performance on the song Live and Let Die from the 1973 James Bond film of the same name. The song is by Paul McCartney and British rock band Wings.
<h2>Lisa wears Rahul Mishra outfit at the Oscars</h2>
For her performance, the 27-year-old singer-actor wore a black attire from Mishra's 'The Pale Blue Dot' collection, which he presented at Paris Haute Couture Week in January earlier this year. Soon after the act was aired, Mishra shared a post on his Instagram handle on Monday morning with pictures of Lisa's performance during the ceremony.&nbsp;
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 Mishra's designs have been popular with Hollywood celebrities, with Zendaya, Gigi Hadid, and Selena Gomez donning his outfits at different events in the past.
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Hollywood | Lifestyle | Entertainment: Lisa from Blackpink made history as the first K-pop idol to perform at the Oscars, captivating the audience with her rendition of Live and Let Die from the Bond film.

Popular singer Lisa, who is also part of K-pop group Blackpink, wore an outfit by Indian designer Rahul Mishra for her musical tribute to James Bond at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday night. Lisa, who is a rapper in Blackpink, created history by becoming the first K-pop idol to take the Oscars centre stage for a performance on the song Live and Let Die from the 1973 James Bond film of the same name. The song is by Paul McCartney and British rock band Wings. Lisa wears Rahul Mishra outfit at the Oscars For her performance, the 27-year-old singer-actor wore a black attire from Mishra's 'The Pale Blue Dot' collection, which he presented at Paris Haute Couture Week in January earlier this year. Soon after the act was aired, Mishra shared a post on his Instagram handle on Monday morning with pictures of Lisa's performance during the ceremony. Nude, sheer and stylish: All the looks from the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars party "Thai singer, actress and model, Lalisa Manoban @lalalalisa_m wearing Rahul Mishra couture for her performance at the 2025 Oscar Awards. She is wearing the ‘Gaian Genesis' black tonal leotard from Rahul Mishra's Spring Couture 2025 collection, ‘The Pale Blue Dot'," he wrote in the caption. Oscars Winning Movies OTT | Where to watch Oscars 2025 winning movies on OTT - Anora, Wicked and Emilia Perez View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rahul Mishra (@rahulmishra_7) Mishra's designs have been popular with Hollywood celebrities, with Zendaya, Gigi Hadid, and Selena Gomez donning his outfits at different events in the past. Oscars 2025: Adrien Brody and Halle Berry recreate controversial Oscar 2003 kiss on the red carpet- 'Payback'

Blackpink's Lisa wears Indian designer Rahul Mishra's outfit for her performance at Oscars 2025

Bollywood | Entertainment Lagaan, helmed by Aushtosh Gowariker, starred Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh. The film fetched an Oscar nomination in the Best International Film category at the Oscars in 2002.

Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker's son Konark Gowariker tied the knot with Niyati Kanakia in Mumbai on Sunday. The festivities began a few days ahead of the Sunday ceremony. While several celebrities attended the wedding reception on Sunday night at a five-star hotel in Mumbai, a video from the sangeet night is doing the rounds of the internet where the filmmaker can be seen stealing the show with his moves. Ashutosh Gowariker dances to Mitwa The video features Ashutosh Gowariker dancing on the stage to the hit song Mitwa from his film Lagaan. The video shows a bunch of people escorting Ashutosh on stage and then the filmmaker can be seen dancing perfectly in sync to the song. Lagaan, helmed by Aushtosh Gowariker, starred Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh. The film fetched an Oscar nomination in the Best International Film category at the Oscars in 2002. The filmmaker looked dapper in a blue sherwani, and everyone was heard hooting and cheering for him as he grooved on stage. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nirmiti Jhaveri Productions (@nirmitijhaveriproductions) Internet impressed with Ashutosh's moves His dance moves not only impressed the guests present at the ceremony but also left fans on social medoa in awe. One of the fans commented, “This is iconic! Too good.” Another commented, “Literally the best.” Another Instagram user wrote, “That’s a huge one.” Another wrote, “He’s so graceful.” Oscars 2025: India's lone Oscar entry Anuja loses to I'm Not a Robot About Konark and Niyati According to media reports, Konark is currently working as an assistant with his father and is yet to make his Bollywood debut as an actor or director. His wife, Niyati Kanakia, is the daughter of Rasesh Babubhai Kanakia, a real estate magnate in Mumbai and the owner of Kanakia Builders. Konark and Niyati's reception was a grand and star-studded affair. Many stars attended the event - from Aamir Khan and Vidya Balan to Sonali Bendre, Pooja Hegde, and Chunky Pandey. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@manav.manglani) About Ashutosh Gowariker Ashutosh is one of Bollywood’s noted filmmakers, popularly known for making award-winning films like Swades, Lagaan, and Jodhaa Akbar. His last venture was the 2019 film Panipat, which starred Arjun Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Sanjay Dutt in lead roles. The film failed to make a mark at the box office. The director has not announced a new project since the release of Panipat. India's Guneet Monga shines in a metallic Manish Malhotra ensemble at Oscars

Watch: Ashutosh Gowariker dances to Mitwa from Lagaan at son's pre-wedding function, fans give a thumbs up on social media

It was 'payback' time for Halle Berry at the Oscars 2025 red carpet as she kissed Best Actor winner Adrien Brody in front of the media. Fans would recall how Brody had kissed Berry while receiving the Best Actor award from her at the Oscars 2003. The controversial kiss remains one of the most talked about moments in the history of the Oscars. On Sunday night Berry and Brody recreated their iconic kiss - this time on the red carpet and not on stage.&nbsp;
<h2>Halle Berry -Adrien Brody's Oscar Kiss</h2>
The red carpet kiss on Sunday has a history. In 2003 Brody was awarded the Best Actor Oscar for his role in The Pianist. Berry, who had won the Best Actress the previous year for Monster, was on stage to give away the award to Brody. As his name was announced, the excited actor ran up on stage and kissed Berry full on mouth- much to everyone's shock and disbelief.&nbsp;
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This time, the actress, sporting a shimmering silver gown, surprised Brody while he was giving interviews on the red carpet. She interrupted him with a playful gesture, leaning in and planting a kiss on him.&nbsp;
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The crowd cheered and laughed at the unexpected moment. Brody's girlfriend, Georgina Chapman, was seen clapping and laughing along with the audience. As Berry turned to Chapman with a smile, she joked, "I'm sorry!" adding to the fun.
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A reunion 22 years in the making. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Oscars?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Oscars</a> <a href="https://t.co/MkaF2xb6SE">pic.twitter.com/MkaF2xb6SE</a>
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Later the official Oscars social media account shared the video of the moment, captioning it, "A reunion 22 years in the making." Even Halle Berry shared the moment on X and wrote, "Surpriseee @adrienbrody!! I had to get some payback."&nbsp;
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Surpriseee <a href="https://twitter.com/adrienbrody?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adrienbrody</a>!! I had to get some payback 😉🫶🏽 <a href="https://t.co/0FW0mMCxMO">pic.twitter.com/0FW0mMCxMO</a>
&mdash; Halle Berry (@halleberry) <a href="https://twitter.com/halleberry/status/1896358730939420847?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 3, 2025</a></blockquote>

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 On Sunday night, Brody won his second Oscar for his performance in The Brutalist.&nbsp;
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Hollywood | Entertainment The controversial kiss remains one of the most talked about moments in the history of the Oscars. On Sunday night, Berry and Brody recreated their iconic kiss - this time on the red carpet and not on stage.

It was 'payback' time for Halle Berry at the Oscars 2025 red carpet as she kissed Best Actor winner Adrien Brody in front of the media. Fans would recall how Brody had kissed Berry while receiving the Best Actor award from her at the Oscars 2003. The controversial kiss remains one of the most talked about moments in the history of the Oscars. On Sunday night Berry and Brody recreated their iconic kiss - this time on the red carpet and not on stage. Halle Berry -Adrien Brody's Oscar Kiss The red carpet kiss on Sunday has a history. In 2003 Brody was awarded the Best Actor Oscar for his role in The Pianist. Berry, who had won the Best Actress the previous year for Monster, was on stage to give away the award to Brody. As his name was announced, the excited actor ran up on stage and kissed Berry full on mouth- much to everyone's shock and disbelief. Oscars 2025 Full Winners List | Here is the complete list of winners This time, the actress, sporting a shimmering silver gown, surprised Brody while he was giving interviews on the red carpet. She interrupted him with a playful gesture, leaning in and planting a kiss on him. Where to watch Oscars 2025 winning movies on OTT - Anora, Wicked and Emilia Perez The crowd cheered and laughed at the unexpected moment. Brody's girlfriend, Georgina Chapman, was seen clapping and laughing along with the audience. As Berry turned to Chapman with a smile, she joked, "I'm sorry!" adding to the fun. A reunion 22 years in the making. #Oscars pic.twitter.com/MkaF2xb6SE — The Academy (@TheAcademy) March 2, 2025 Later the official Oscars social media account shared the video of the moment, captioning it, "A reunion 22 years in the making." Even Halle Berry shared the moment on X and wrote, "Surpriseee @adrienbrody!! I had to get some payback." Surpriseee @adrienbrody!! I had to get some payback 😉🫶🏽 pic.twitter.com/0FW0mMCxMO — Halle Berry (@halleberry) March 3, 2025 On Sunday night, Brody won his second Oscar for his performance in The Brutalist. Oscars 2025 Red Carpet: Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande and more - check all the celebrity looks

Oscars 2025: Adrien Brody and Halle Berry recreate controversial Oscar 2003 kiss on the red carpet- 'Payback'

Oscar 2025: Anora Sweeps Academy Awards; Meet The Key Winners

The 97th Academy Awards were held at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. For the first time, comedian Conan O'Brien hosted the event.  Anora was the big winner of the night, with five Oscars: best picture, best director, best actress, best film editing and best original screenplay. Here are the winners in key categories for the 97th Academy Awards

Best Picture

Best Director

Best Actor

Best Actress

Best supporting actor

Best supporting actress

Best original screenplay

Best adapted screenplay

Best international feature film

Best animated feature

Hollywood | Entertainment Here are the winners in key categories for the 97th Academy Awards.

Mount Vesuvius, known for its historic eruption in 79 AD, was so strong that it even turned the brain of a young man into glass. When it erupted, Vesuvius destroyed the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, killing thousands of people. The two cities were buried under a thick layer of volcanic material and mud. They were sitting untouched until their rediscovery in the 18th century. The volcano is located in Italy, near the city of Naples.&nbsp;
Glass is made from natural and abundant raw materials, such as sand, soda ash and limestone. These organic materials are melted at high temperatures to form a new material: glass.&nbsp;
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The researchers in 2020 discovered that a black and glassy substance was formed inside the skull of a person killed during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius.
Now, they examined the remains of the man's head that had turned into glass due to the eruption.
The research, published in the journal Scientific Reports, is the only case on record of such a phenomenon. The researchers now have answers for why and how it happened.&nbsp;
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The researchers have said that the vitrification - transformation into glass - of the victim's brain was the apparent effect of a scorching ash cloud that suddenly descended upon his city along the Bay of Naples, instantly killing all the inhabitants.&nbsp;
They concluded vitrification took place through a unique process of rapid exposure of the brain's organic material to a very high temperature - at least 510 degrees Celsius (950&deg;F) - and its subsequent rapid cooling.
The researchers conducted an extensive analysis that confirmed the glass nature of the fragments and revealed their physical properties.
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"The glass formed as a result of this process allowed for an integral preservation of the biological brain material and its microstructures," forensic anthropologist Pier Paolo Petrone of Universit&agrave; di Napoli Federico II in Italy, one of the leaders of the research, said as quoted by the news agency Reuters.&nbsp;
"The only other type of organic glass we have evidence of is that produced in some rare cases of vitrification of wood, sporadic cases of which have been found at Herculaneum and Pompeii. However, in no other case in the world have vitrified organic human or animal remains ever been found," Petrone added.
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Like other people, the man, whose brain was turned to glass, was also preserved. His body was first discovered in the 1960s inside a building called the College of the Augustales dedicated to the cult of Emperor Augustus, who had died in 14 AD. The individual was identified as a young man believed to have been the college's custodian. The remains were re-examined in 2018.
"I was in the room where the college's custodian was lying in his bed to document his charred bones. Under the lamp, I suddenly saw small glassy remains glittering in the volcanic ash that filled the skull," Petrone said.
"Taking one of these fragments, it had a black appearance and shiny surfaces quite similar to obsidian, a natural glass of volcanic origin - black and shiny, whose formation is due to the very rapid cooling of the lava. But, unlike obsidian, the glassy remains were extremely brittle and easy to crumble," Petrone said.
Analyses of this material, previously published in other scientific journals, revealed the presence of proteins and fatty acids common in human brain tissues, with the entire central nervous system exceptionally well preserved, represented by nerve cells interconnected by a dense network of fibers called axons.
(With inputs from agencies)

Science & tech | The research uncovers the vitrification process, where intense heat from the eruption turned brain matter into glass, a phenomenon never recorded before in human remains.

Mount Vesuvius, known for its historic eruption in 79 AD, was so strong that it even turned the brain of a young man into glass. When it erupted, Vesuvius destroyed the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, killing thousands of people. The two cities were buried under a thick layer of volcanic material and mud. They were sitting untouched until their rediscovery in the 18th century. The volcano is located in Italy, near the city of Naples. Glass is made from natural and abundant raw materials, such as sand, soda ash and limestone. These organic materials are melted at high temperatures to form a new material: glass. Also read: China is building an artificial sun called 'EAST', and it's very hot! The researchers in 2020 discovered that a black and glassy substance was formed inside the skull of a person killed during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius. Now, they examined the remains of the man's head that had turned into glass due to the eruption. The research, published in the journal Scientific Reports, is the only case on record of such a phenomenon. The researchers now have answers for why and how it happened. Also read: Soup, cake or coffee: Now you can e-taste that dish you saw on a cooking show The researchers have said that the vitrification - transformation into glass - of the victim's brain was the apparent effect of a scorching ash cloud that suddenly descended upon his city along the Bay of Naples, instantly killing all the inhabitants. They concluded vitrification took place through a unique process of rapid exposure of the brain's organic material to a very high temperature - at least 510 degrees Celsius (950°F) - and its subsequent rapid cooling. The researchers conducted an extensive analysis that confirmed the glass nature of the fragments and revealed their physical properties. Also read: Artificial superintelligence will be better than humans. Should you be scared? "The glass formed as a result of this process allowed for an integral preservation of the biological brain material and its microstructures," forensic anthropologist Pier Paolo Petrone of Università di Napoli Federico II in Italy, one of the leaders of the research, said as quoted by the news agency Reuters. "The only other type of organic glass we have evidence of is that produced in some rare cases of vitrification of wood, sporadic cases of which have been found at Herculaneum and Pompeii. However, in no other case in the world have vitrified organic human or animal remains ever been found," Petrone added. Also read: 70 million kilometres away, Lucy targets asteroid Donaldjohanson Like other people, the man, whose brain was turned to glass, was also preserved. His body was first discovered in the 1960s inside a building called the College of the Augustales dedicated to the cult of Emperor Augustus, who had died in 14 AD. The individual was identified as a young man believed to have been the college's custodian. The remains were re-examined in 2018. "I was in the room where the college's custodian was lying in his bed to document his charred bones. Under the lamp, I suddenly saw small glassy remains glittering in the volcanic ash that filled the skull," Petrone said. "Taking one of these fragments, it had a black appearance and shiny surfaces quite similar to obsidian, a natural glass of volcanic origin - black and shiny, whose formation is due to the very rapid cooling of the lava. But, unlike obsidian, the glassy remains were extremely brittle and easy to crumble," Petrone said. Analyses of this material, previously published in other scientific journals, revealed the presence of proteins and fatty acids common in human brain tissues, with the entire central nervous system exceptionally well preserved, represented by nerve cells interconnected by a dense network of fibers called axons. (With inputs from agencies)

Researchers reveal how Mount Vesuvius eruption turned man's brain into glass

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Saturday (Mar 1) that the authorities are racing against time to rescue the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers who are still trapped following an avalanche in the north Indian state. Dhami also conducted an aerial survey.&nbsp;
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Indian Army on Saturday morning rescued 14 civilians and evacuated them from the avalanche site. Three injured personnel were also evacuated from Mana to Joshimath for critical medical care through Army-hired civil helicopters.
There was a slight respite in the weather on Saturday morning.&nbsp;
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After the evacuation of the 14 labourers, 47 of the 55 labourers who were trapped under the avalanche, which hit the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) camp, have been rescued. By Friday night, 33 had been rescued.
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Due to heavy snow, the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway was blocked. &nbsp;
The avalanche buried a BRO camp in the high-altitude village of Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district. At least 55 workers got trapped initially, of which 33 were rescued by Friday evening.&nbsp;
Rain and snowfall hampered the rescue efforts on Friday and the operation was suspended as the night fell.
CM Dhami visited the disaster control room on Friday evening to assess the situation and directed officials to speed up the rescue operation.&nbsp;
"I had a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and he has assured all the possible help... The PMO is in constant touch with us. 14 more people have been rescued, and all are doing well, rest will be rescued soon," Dhami told the news agency ANI.&nbsp;
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Mana Avalanche incident | In Dehradun, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami says, "We are trying to rescue the (BRO) workers as soon as possible. I had a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and he has assured all the possible help... The PMO is in constant touch with us.&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/kXuq6Yo6DD">pic.twitter.com/kXuq6Yo6DD</a>
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<h2>Here&rsquo;s what DM Chamoli Sandeep Tiwari said</h2>
In a video, DM &nbsp;Chamoli Sandeep Tiwari said that the rescue operation is underway in area. "Today, we have shifted the injured to Joshimath Army Hospital. They are stable. NDRF "team is present here. As the weather is clear now, we hope the rescue operations will now speed up."
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

India News | Indian Army's swift action has led to the rescue of civilians, with ongoing evacuation efforts using helicopters to transport injured personnel to safety.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Saturday (Mar 1) that the authorities are racing against time to rescue the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers who are still trapped following an avalanche in the north Indian state. Dhami also conducted an aerial survey. Also read: Rumoured plot details emerge for Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie with Shawn Levy Indian Army on Saturday morning rescued 14 civilians and evacuated them from the avalanche site. Three injured personnel were also evacuated from Mana to Joshimath for critical medical care through Army-hired civil helicopters. There was a slight respite in the weather on Saturday morning. Also read: Rumoured plot details emerge for Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie with Shawn Levy After the evacuation of the 14 labourers, 47 of the 55 labourers who were trapped under the avalanche, which hit the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) camp, have been rescued. By Friday night, 33 had been rescued. Also read: 'Loners and...': '0 to 100 killers' indulge in extremely tortuous videos on social media Due to heavy snow, the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway was blocked. The avalanche buried a BRO camp in the high-altitude village of Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district. At least 55 workers got trapped initially, of which 33 were rescued by Friday evening. Rain and snowfall hampered the rescue efforts on Friday and the operation was suspended as the night fell. CM Dhami visited the disaster control room on Friday evening to assess the situation and directed officials to speed up the rescue operation. "I had a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and he has assured all the possible help... The PMO is in constant touch with us. 14 more people have been rescued, and all are doing well, rest will be rescued soon," Dhami told the news agency ANI. Also read: Champions Trophy 2025: Australia faces setback as Matthew Short injured ahead of semifinals #WATCH | Mana Avalanche incident | In Dehradun, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami says, "We are trying to rescue the (BRO) workers as soon as possible. I had a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and he has assured all the possible help... The PMO is in constant touch with us.… pic.twitter.com/kXuq6Yo6DD — ANI (@ANI) March 1, 2025 Here’s what DM Chamoli Sandeep Tiwari said In a video, DM Chamoli Sandeep Tiwari said that the rescue operation is underway in area. "Today, we have shifted the injured to Joshimath Army Hospital. They are stable. NDRF "team is present here. As the weather is clear now, we hope the rescue operations will now speed up." (With inputs from agencies)

Uttarakhand avalanche: CM Dhami monitors situation, Rishikesh-Badrinath highway blocked

The Vatican said on Friday (Feb 28) that Pope Francis suffered a "breathing crisis" which caused him to vomit, but he was given air and responded well. Pope is in hospital in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs and is being treated in Rome&rsquo;s Gemelli Hospital.&nbsp;
In a statement, the Vatican said that the 88-year-old pontiff "experienced an isolated episode of bronchospasm".
"This caused an episode of vomiting, which led to him inhaling some and a sudden worsening of his respiratory condition," it added.&nbsp;
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The Vatican mentioned that the bronchospasm, which is a sudden constriction of the muscles in the walls of the bronchioles, happened after he spent his morning alternating between respiratory physiotherapy and prayer in the chapel.&nbsp;
The ventilation the pope received involved the use of a light mask over his nose and mouth, said the official.
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"The Holy Father was promptly subjected to bronchial aspiration (to clear his airways) and was put on non-invasive mechanical ventilation, which improved his oxygen levels," the statement read.&nbsp;
"He has remained alert and aware at all times, cooperating with therapeutic treatments. The prognosis, therefore, remains guarded," it added.&nbsp;
The Vatican said that it would take about 24 to 48 hours to be able to assess the Pope's clinical condition following the isolated bronchospasm episode.&nbsp;
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"Thanks to non-invasive mechanical ventilation, gas exchange values are reported to have returned to levels similar to those before the episode," Vatican said.&nbsp;
The news agency AFP reported citing a source that the Pope "remained alert and oriented at all times, cooperating with the therapeutic manoeuvres".&nbsp;
The pontiff, who is "not out of danger", was using an oxygen mask that covers his nose and mouth but was "in good spirits", the source added.&nbsp;
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<h2>People pray for Pope's good health&nbsp;</h2>
While speaking to news agency Reuters, Maria Rita, a faithful from Palermo, said: "The whole world needs him because he's a man of peace and the world needs peace. She described Francis as a grand pope and a 'revolutionary man'.
Rosemary Obiekosi, a visitor from Nigeria, told the news agency that she shared her prayers for the Pope's recovery. "Apart from him being a pope, he's also human. So you don't wish someone to be ill," she said.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | After a bronchial aspiration and non-invasive mechanical ventilation, the Pope's oxygen levels improved, yet his prognosis remains guarded and he's not out of danger.

The Vatican said on Friday (Feb 28) that Pope Francis suffered a "breathing crisis" which caused him to vomit, but he was given air and responded well. Pope is in hospital in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs and is being treated in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. In a statement, the Vatican said that the 88-year-old pontiff "experienced an isolated episode of bronchospasm". "This caused an episode of vomiting, which led to him inhaling some and a sudden worsening of his respiratory condition," it added. Also read: Invest in memecoins at your own risk, says US SEC The Vatican mentioned that the bronchospasm, which is a sudden constriction of the muscles in the walls of the bronchioles, happened after he spent his morning alternating between respiratory physiotherapy and prayer in the chapel. The ventilation the pope received involved the use of a light mask over his nose and mouth, said the official. Also read: 'Loners and...': '0 to 100 killers' indulge in extremely tortuous videos on social media "The Holy Father was promptly subjected to bronchial aspiration (to clear his airways) and was put on non-invasive mechanical ventilation, which improved his oxygen levels," the statement read. "He has remained alert and aware at all times, cooperating with therapeutic treatments. The prognosis, therefore, remains guarded," it added. The Vatican said that it would take about 24 to 48 hours to be able to assess the Pope's clinical condition following the isolated bronchospasm episode. Also read: In Trump-Zelensky fight over Ukraine, the winner is Vladimir Putin "Thanks to non-invasive mechanical ventilation, gas exchange values are reported to have returned to levels similar to those before the episode," Vatican said. The news agency AFP reported citing a source that the Pope "remained alert and oriented at all times, cooperating with the therapeutic manoeuvres". The pontiff, who is "not out of danger", was using an oxygen mask that covers his nose and mouth but was "in good spirits", the source added. Statement from the Holy See Press Officehttps://t.co/juLiScN3YC pic.twitter.com/pyfKX6ZaxA — Vatican News (@VaticanNews) February 28, 2025 Also read: ‘You're not winning this war’: Trump warns Zelensky in explosive Oval Office showdown People pray for Pope's good health While speaking to news agency Reuters, Maria Rita, a faithful from Palermo, said: "The whole world needs him because he's a man of peace and the world needs peace. She described Francis as a grand pope and a 'revolutionary man'. Rosemary Obiekosi, a visitor from Nigeria, told the news agency that she shared her prayers for the Pope's recovery. "Apart from him being a pope, he's also human. So you don't wish someone to be ill," she said. (With inputs from agencies)

Pope Francis suffers 'isolated episode of bronchospasm' in hospital, 'not out of danger'

The heated conversation between President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday at the White House was not the only highlight of the latter's visit to the US.&nbsp;
Zelensky's testy trip was originally etched out for peace meetings but ended with drama at the Oval Office after a major clash with Trump on the Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;
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At the photo op for media, Zelensky was asked by a journalist about his choice to wear combat gear. The Ukrainian president has exclusively worn combat-style clothing since the war with Russia started in 2022.&nbsp;
"Why don't you wear a suit? You're in the highest level of this country's office, and you refuse to wear a suit? I just want to see, do you own a suit?" Brian Glenn, a commentator for Real America's Voice, asked Zelensky.&nbsp;
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"Do you have problems?" Zelensky retorted in the full glare of media.&nbsp;
"A lot of Americans have problems with you not respecting this office," the reporter said, with Vice President JD Vance seen laughing at the question.
"I will wear the costume after this war will finish. Yes, maybe something like yours. Yes? Maybe something better? I don't know. We will see. Maybe something cheaper. Thank you," Zelensky answered.&nbsp;
Watch the video here:&nbsp;
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The reporter who asked Zelensky if he owned a suit, Brian Glenn, is from the pro-Trump network Real America&rsquo;s Voice and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's boyfriend. He got one of the rare Oval Office interviewer spots after the White House blocked the Associated Press <a href="https://t.co/oiYOi3PMeS">pic.twitter.com/oiYOi3PMeS</a>
&mdash; Drew Harwell (@drewharwell) <a href="https://twitter.com/drewharwell/status/1895547272324387078?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 28, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2>Did Trump mock Zelensky over clothing?&nbsp;</h2>
As the two leaders shook hands at the White House door, Trump's first words to Zelensky were: "Ooh, you're all dressed up." The US president apparently made his intention of clash clear as the sarcastic tone could be sensed from afar.&nbsp;
Trump turned to the assembled cameras and said, "He's all dressed up today!"&nbsp;
On Friday, Zelensky opted to wear an all-black slim cargo uniform and combat boots.&nbsp;
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The first 30 minutes of the meeting went smoothly, but then Zelensky argued with Trump and Vice President JD Vance in front of cameras, for the entire world to see.&nbsp;
Trump even told Zelensky that his soldiers have been unbelievably brave. The president said that the US wants to see an end to the fighting and the money put to "different kinds of use like rebuilding."&nbsp;
Minutes later, Trump shouted at him, accusing the Ukrainian leader of refusing to make peace with Russia.
A few hours later, Zelensky said during an interview with Fox News that his relations with the US can still be repaired. "Of course," Zelensky said when asked if US-Ukraine ties could be salvaged.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | Delve into the dramatic Oval Office clash where Zelensky defends his attire choice, amid tense exchanges with Trump, emphasizing ongoing US-Ukraine relations.

The heated conversation between President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday at the White House was not the only highlight of the latter's visit to the US. Zelensky's testy trip was originally etched out for peace meetings but ended with drama at the Oval Office after a major clash with Trump on the Russia-Ukraine war. Also read: Zelensky declines to apologise after White House clash: 'Not sure that we did something bad' At the photo op for media, Zelensky was asked by a journalist about his choice to wear combat gear. The Ukrainian president has exclusively worn combat-style clothing since the war with Russia started in 2022. "Why don't you wear a suit? You're in the highest level of this country's office, and you refuse to wear a suit? I just want to see, do you own a suit?" Brian Glenn, a commentator for Real America's Voice, asked Zelensky. Also read: ‘You're not winning this war’: Trump warns Zelensky in explosive Oval Office showdown "Do you have problems?" Zelensky retorted in the full glare of media. "A lot of Americans have problems with you not respecting this office," the reporter said, with Vice President JD Vance seen laughing at the question. "I will wear the costume after this war will finish. Yes, maybe something like yours. Yes? Maybe something better? I don't know. We will see. Maybe something cheaper. Thank you," Zelensky answered. Watch the video here: The reporter who asked Zelensky if he owned a suit, Brian Glenn, is from the pro-Trump network Real America’s Voice and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's boyfriend. He got one of the rare Oval Office interviewer spots after the White House blocked the Associated Press pic.twitter.com/oiYOi3PMeS — Drew Harwell (@drewharwell) February 28, 2025 Also read: 'Thanks and thanks': Trump wanted a ‘thank you,’ Zelensky gave him four in first remarks after fiery debate Did Trump mock Zelensky over clothing? As the two leaders shook hands at the White House door, Trump's first words to Zelensky were: "Ooh, you're all dressed up." The US president apparently made his intention of clash clear as the sarcastic tone could be sensed from afar. Trump turned to the assembled cameras and said, "He's all dressed up today!" On Friday, Zelensky opted to wear an all-black slim cargo uniform and combat boots. Also read: 'Got a proper slap': Russia calls Trump, Zelensky shouting match 'historic'; Europe united behind Ukraine The first 30 minutes of the meeting went smoothly, but then Zelensky argued with Trump and Vice President JD Vance in front of cameras, for the entire world to see. Trump even told Zelensky that his soldiers have been unbelievably brave. The president said that the US wants to see an end to the fighting and the money put to "different kinds of use like rebuilding." Minutes later, Trump shouted at him, accusing the Ukrainian leader of refusing to make peace with Russia. A few hours later, Zelensky said during an interview with Fox News that his relations with the US can still be repaired. "Of course," Zelensky said when asked if US-Ukraine ties could be salvaged. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH: Zelensky reacts to his combat-style clothing: 'Why don't you wear a suit?'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an interview on Friday (Feb 28) said he won't apologise for an extraordinary clash with President Donald Trump at the White House earlier in the day.&nbsp;
The meeting between Trump and Zelensky was nothing short of a disaster as the two leaders clashed in an exchange that played out before the world's media. Zelensky also left without a minerals deal which would have been a significant step towards a US-brokered peace between Ukraine and Russia to end their war that has dragged on for more than three years.
"I think that we have to be very open and very honest, and I'm not sure that we did something bad," Zelensky said in an interview with Fox News when asked about apologising to Trump.&nbsp;
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Zelensky had travelled to the US to rally support against Russia amid Washington's change of stance on the war.
After Trump came to power, a shift in the balance of power and changing alliances was seen as he is aggressively pushing his war-ending agenda, siding with Russia.
But what happened during Zelensky's visit was unexpected: Trump ejected Zelensky from the White House, accusing him of being "not ready" for peace talks with Russia.&nbsp;
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Trump and Vice President JD Vance shouted at Zelensky in the Oval Office. During the ugly clash, they accused him of not being "thankful" for US help in the three-year war.&nbsp;
They told the Ukrainian president that without US assistance Ukraine would have been conquered by Russia. Trump said the wartime leader was in no position to negotiate.&nbsp;
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"You don't have the cards right now. You're either going to make a deal or we're out, and if we're out, you'll fight it out and I don't think it's going to be pretty," he said.&nbsp;
Trump wrote on social media later that Zelensky "can come back when he is ready for peace". Zelensky departed the White House shortly after the post.&nbsp;
<h2>'It will be difficult for us'</h2>
Later during the Fox News interview, Zelensky agreed that America's support was needed during the war. He admitted that it would be "difficult" for Ukraine to hold off Russian forces without American support.&nbsp;
"It will be difficult for us," Zelensky said.&nbsp;
"That's why I'm here. That's why we speak about the future negotiations. It will be difficult without your support," the Ukrainian leader said.&nbsp;
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He further mentioned that he believed Kyiv's relationship with the US could be salvaged.&nbsp;
"Of course" the relationship between the wartime allies can be fixed, Zelensky said during the interview.&nbsp;
The Ukrainian leader added that he does not want to lose the US as a partner, adding that he wants Trump to be "really more on our side".&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;
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World | Despite the clash, Zelensky remains optimistic about repairing US-Ukraine relations, emphasising the importance of American partnership in countering Russian aggression.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an interview on Friday (Feb 28) said he won't apologise for an extraordinary clash with President Donald Trump at the White House earlier in the day. The meeting between Trump and Zelensky was nothing short of a disaster as the two leaders clashed in an exchange that played out before the world's media. Zelensky also left without a minerals deal which would have been a significant step towards a US-brokered peace between Ukraine and Russia to end their war that has dragged on for more than three years. "I think that we have to be very open and very honest, and I'm not sure that we did something bad," Zelensky said in an interview with Fox News when asked about apologising to Trump. Also read: ‘You're not winning this war’: Trump warns Zelensky in explosive Oval Office showdown Zelensky had travelled to the US to rally support against Russia amid Washington's change of stance on the war. After Trump came to power, a shift in the balance of power and changing alliances was seen as he is aggressively pushing his war-ending agenda, siding with Russia. But what happened during Zelensky's visit was unexpected: Trump ejected Zelensky from the White House, accusing him of being "not ready" for peace talks with Russia. Also read: 'Thanks and thanks': Trump wanted a ‘thank you,’ Zelensky gave him four in first remarks after fiery debate Trump and Vice President JD Vance shouted at Zelensky in the Oval Office. During the ugly clash, they accused him of not being "thankful" for US help in the three-year war. They told the Ukrainian president that without US assistance Ukraine would have been conquered by Russia. Trump said the wartime leader was in no position to negotiate. Also read: 'Got a proper slap': Raussia calls Trump, Zelensky shouting match 'historic'; Europe united behind Ukraine "You don't have the cards right now. You're either going to make a deal or we're out, and if we're out, you'll fight it out and I don't think it's going to be pretty," he said. Trump wrote on social media later that Zelensky "can come back when he is ready for peace". Zelensky departed the White House shortly after the post. 'It will be difficult for us' Later during the Fox News interview, Zelensky agreed that America's support was needed during the war. He admitted that it would be "difficult" for Ukraine to hold off Russian forces without American support. "It will be difficult for us," Zelensky said. "That's why I'm here. That's why we speak about the future negotiations. It will be difficult without your support," the Ukrainian leader said. Also read: No deal! US-Ukraine mineral agreement ends in limbo after Trump Zelensky meet devolves into shouting match He further mentioned that he believed Kyiv's relationship with the US could be salvaged. "Of course" the relationship between the wartime allies can be fixed, Zelensky said during the interview. The Ukrainian leader added that he does not want to lose the US as a partner, adding that he wants Trump to be "really more on our side". (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media.

Zelensky refuses to apologise after White House clash: 'Not sure that we did something bad'

The Taliban police force has implemented a massive network of 90,000 CCTV cameras, which they are using to watch over the day-to-day lives of millions of people in Kabul city, BBC reported.&nbsp;
Khalid Zadran, who is a spokesperson for the Taliban police chief, said as quoted by the report: "We monitor the entire city of Kabul from here."&nbsp;
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The authorities have said that the surveillance will help them to tackle the issue of rising crime rate in the city. However, concerns have been raised that the same system is being used to clamp down on dissent and implement a morality code on girls and women.&nbsp;
As quoted, Zadran said, "In certain neighbourhoods, when we notice groups of people and suspect they might be involved in drug use, criminal activities, or something suspicious, we quickly reach out to the local police."&nbsp;
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"They arrive swiftly to investigate the nature of the gathering," he added. BBC report mentioned that the CCTV system will track down people, recognising their facial expressions.&nbsp;
While speaking to the media outlet, Zadran highlighted a camera positioned up high that focuses on a busy traffic junction, and said, "On clear days, we can zoom in on individuals [who are] kilometres away."&nbsp;
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The report also mentioned that they even monitor their military personnel. Giving example to the media outlet BBC, they showed a checkpoint, where soldiers weree seen opening the trunk of a car for inspection. The operators of the CCTV system zoomed in their lenses to scrutinise the contents within the trunk of the car.
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Amnesty International say installing cameras "under the guise of 'national security' sets a template for the Taliban to continue their draconian policies that violate fundamental rights of people in Afghanistan - especially women in public spaces".&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Discover how the Taliban's deployment of CCTV cameras is reshaping Kabul's landscape, aiming to curb crime but raising human rights concerns for millions.

The Taliban police force has implemented a massive network of 90,000 CCTV cameras, which they are using to watch over the day-to-day lives of millions of people in Kabul city, BBC reported. Khalid Zadran, who is a spokesperson for the Taliban police chief, said as quoted by the report: "We monitor the entire city of Kabul from here." 'Stake in Ukraine's minerals, 50% revenue': What does Ukraine-US mineral deal entail? The authorities have said that the surveillance will help them to tackle the issue of rising crime rate in the city. However, concerns have been raised that the same system is being used to clamp down on dissent and implement a morality code on girls and women. As quoted, Zadran said, "In certain neighbourhoods, when we notice groups of people and suspect they might be involved in drug use, criminal activities, or something suspicious, we quickly reach out to the local police." Jos Buttler steps down from England white-ball captaincy after dismal Champions Trophy 2025 run "They arrive swiftly to investigate the nature of the gathering," he added. BBC report mentioned that the CCTV system will track down people, recognising their facial expressions. While speaking to the media outlet, Zadran highlighted a camera positioned up high that focuses on a busy traffic junction, and said, "On clear days, we can zoom in on individuals [who are] kilometres away." Ramzan 2025: Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia, significance, schedule, all you need to know The report also mentioned that they even monitor their military personnel. Giving example to the media outlet BBC, they showed a checkpoint, where soldiers weree seen opening the trunk of a car for inspection. The operators of the CCTV system zoomed in their lenses to scrutinise the contents within the trunk of the car. Liverpool post $72mn loss for 2023-24 season after Champions League absence Amnesty International say installing cameras "under the guise of 'national security' sets a template for the Taliban to continue their draconian policies that violate fundamental rights of people in Afghanistan - especially women in public spaces". (With inputs from agencies)

Afghanistan Taliban spying on millions of citizens using 90,000 CCTV cameras - Report

Zee Group continues to make global footprints and earn laurels along the way. Zee Entertainment UK was awarded the Media Brand of the Year 2025 at the British Asian Media Awards recently. The award is a testament to its dominant presence and deep connection with audiences across the United Kingdom.&nbsp;
The prestigious award celebrates Zee&rsquo;s exceptional growth in visibility, recognition, and popularity, not only within the Asian diaspora but increasingly among mainstream viewers.
<h2>The most prominent brand in the UK</h2>
In 2024, Zee Entertainment strategically amplified its media footprint, expanding from a select number of TV channels and streaming apps to a more comprehensive network through the launch of new channels, highly impactful brand campaigns, and strategic collaborations nationwide. This effort firmly established Zee Entertainment as the most prominent media brand in the UK. Zee&rsquo;s success is highlighted by the success of its long-running Zee TV and Zee Cinema channels. Additionally, Zee One UK, the UK's first fully dubbed English-language channel showcasing Indian content, was launched in 2024.
Zee One UK successfully bridged cultural divides, becoming a go-to destination for English-speaking audiences eager to enjoy Indian programming. Building on this momentum, Zee Punjabi was launched as the UK's first Punjabi GEC channel, connecting with 700,000 Punjabi diaspora, and enriching the cultural landscape on major platforms like Sky and Virgin Media. Demonstrating a commitment to expanding its European footprint and catering to diverse audiences, Zee Entertainment also launched several localized Zee One feeds in 2024, adding to its repertoire. Zee One Germany which targets German-speaking audiences in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, was joined by Zee One France that now serves audiences in France, Belgium, and Luxembourg.&nbsp;
These channels deliver Bollywood films and Indian television series dubbed in local languages, broadening access to South Asian entertainment.
Further extending its reach, Zee Entertainment collaborated with Samsung TV Plus to launch &amp;TV. By focusing on channels that cater to diverse audience segments &ndash; from Bollywood lovers to Punjabi families &ndash; Zee Entertainment demonstrates a keen understanding of its viewers and a commitment to delivering relevant, engaging content.
Working with prestigious UK media sales and marketing agencies, ZEE launched extensive branding campaigns that ensured unparalleled visibility for its media properties.&nbsp;
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"We are incredibly proud to be named Media Brand of the Year 2025," stated Parul Goel, Territory Head Europe, "This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality, diverse content that resonates with audiences across the UK and Europe. We remain dedicated to expanding our offerings and solidifying our position as the leading provider of South Asian entertainment."
<h2>About Zee UK</h2>
Zee Entertainment UK is a leading media and entertainment company in the United Kingdom, catering to the diverse tastes and preferences of the South Asian diaspora and mainstream audiences alike. Since its establishment, Zee UK has successfully created a portfolio of channels that deliver a broad range of culturally rich, high-quality content, including Zee TV, Zee Cinema, &amp;TV, Zee One UK, Zee One Germany, Zee One France, and Zee Punjabi. Zee UK has solidified its position as a dominant force in the UK entertainment market, engaging audiences with compelling drama, film, music, and lifestyle programming.&nbsp;
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The prestigious award celebrates Zee’s exceptional growth in visibility, recognition, and popularity, not only within the Asian diaspora but increasingly among mainstream viewers.

Zee Group continues to make global footprints and earn laurels along the way. Zee Entertainment UK was awarded the Media Brand of the Year 2025 at the British Asian Media Awards recently. The award is a testament to its dominant presence and deep connection with audiences across the United Kingdom. The prestigious award celebrates Zee’s exceptional growth in visibility, recognition, and popularity, not only within the Asian diaspora but increasingly among mainstream viewers. The most prominent brand in the UK In 2024, Zee Entertainment strategically amplified its media footprint, expanding from a select number of TV channels and streaming apps to a more comprehensive network through the launch of new channels, highly impactful brand campaigns, and strategic collaborations nationwide. This effort firmly established Zee Entertainment as the most prominent media brand in the UK. Zee’s success is highlighted by the success of its long-running Zee TV and Zee Cinema channels. Additionally, Zee One UK, the UK's first fully dubbed English-language channel showcasing Indian content, was launched in 2024. Zee One UK successfully bridged cultural divides, becoming a go-to destination for English-speaking audiences eager to enjoy Indian programming. Building on this momentum, Zee Punjabi was launched as the UK's first Punjabi GEC channel, connecting with 700,000 Punjabi diaspora, and enriching the cultural landscape on major platforms like Sky and Virgin Media. Demonstrating a commitment to expanding its European footprint and catering to diverse audiences, Zee Entertainment also launched several localized Zee One feeds in 2024, adding to its repertoire. Zee One Germany which targets German-speaking audiences in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, was joined by Zee One France that now serves audiences in France, Belgium, and Luxembourg. These channels deliver Bollywood films and Indian television series dubbed in local languages, broadening access to South Asian entertainment. Further extending its reach, Zee Entertainment collaborated with Samsung TV Plus to launch &TV. By focusing on channels that cater to diverse audience segments – from Bollywood lovers to Punjabi families – Zee Entertainment demonstrates a keen understanding of its viewers and a commitment to delivering relevant, engaging content. Working with prestigious UK media sales and marketing agencies, ZEE launched extensive branding campaigns that ensured unparalleled visibility for its media properties. Kartik Aaryan wins Best Actor at Zee Real Heroes Awards 2024; actor expresses gratitude "We are incredibly proud to be named Media Brand of the Year 2025," stated Parul Goel, Territory Head Europe, "This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality, diverse content that resonates with audiences across the UK and Europe. We remain dedicated to expanding our offerings and solidifying our position as the leading provider of South Asian entertainment." About Zee UK Zee Entertainment UK is a leading media and entertainment company in the United Kingdom, catering to the diverse tastes and preferences of the South Asian diaspora and mainstream audiences alike. Since its establishment, Zee UK has successfully created a portfolio of channels that deliver a broad range of culturally rich, high-quality content, including Zee TV, Zee Cinema, &TV, Zee One UK, Zee One Germany, Zee One France, and Zee Punjabi. Zee UK has solidified its position as a dominant force in the UK entertainment market, engaging audiences with compelling drama, film, music, and lifestyle programming. Zee Real Heroes Awards 2025: Ajay Devgn, Kartik Aaryan, Pankaj Tripathi honoured

Zee UK wins Media Brand Of The Year 2025 at Arqiva British Asian Awards

A US school bus driver has been earning praises for his courageous efforts to evacuate over a dozen students after the vehicle caught fire on Thursday morning in Cleveland Heights, Ohio.&nbsp;
Liz Kirby, school district superintendent, said in a statement that the bus was bringing 15 students to Monticello Middle School in Cleveland Heights, Ohio when a fire broke out behind one of the vehicle's rear wheels.&nbsp;
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"First and foremost, I can&rsquo;t express how relieved I am that no one was hurt, and I am incredibly grateful for the quick response from the driver," Kirby said.&nbsp;
"I spoke with the driver today, and they credited the annual bus evacuation drills that drivers do with students with preparing them," Kirby added, mentioning that the driver has asked not to be identified.&nbsp;
"I also must credit the students for reacting so calmly and following the driver's instructions to get to safety," she said.&nbsp;
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The yellow school bus was pushed to one side as fire consumed nearly the entire vehicle and billows of dark smoke erupted from its shattered windows.&nbsp;
The Cleveland Heights Fire Department shared images of the incident, in which flames shooting from the bus's windows can be seen.&nbsp;
The fire department said in its post that the students were picked up by another district vehicle and transported to school.&nbsp;
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A school bus driver &ldquo;acted quickly&rdquo; and was able to get all students to safety after the bus caught fire Thursday morning. MORE: <a href="https://t.co/HYktqT0jOD">https://t.co/HYktqT0jOD</a> <a href="https://t.co/GW2mxpnQ1X">pic.twitter.com/GW2mxpnQ1X</a>
&mdash; Cleveland 19 News (@cleveland19news) <a href="https://twitter.com/cleveland19news/status/1895146839470375284?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 27, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> : Hero Ohio bus driver saves 15 kids from fiery inferno in seconds The driver, who insisted on no recognition, kept calm as the bus became engulfed in flames - though it's unclear why the vehicle ignited.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ohio?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ohio</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BusFire?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BusFire</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SchoolBus?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SchoolBus</a> <a href="https://t.co/bgQnUn2eB3">pic.twitter.com/bgQnUn2eB3</a>
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<h2>Apreciation for school bus driver</h2>
On fire department's post, one user wrote, "Great job to the school bus driver getting the students off safely with no injuries."
"Wow! How scary I wonder why this happened kudos to the bus driver for getting the kids off the bus and everyone was safe wow," another said.&nbsp;
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"Thank God for the quick action and knowledge of the driver no one was harmed. God is good," a third chimed in.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | A heroic school bus driver in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, swiftly evacuated students when their bus caught fire, receiving widespread praise for quick action.

A US school bus driver has been earning praises for his courageous efforts to evacuate over a dozen students after the vehicle caught fire on Thursday morning in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. Liz Kirby, school district superintendent, said in a statement that the bus was bringing 15 students to Monticello Middle School in Cleveland Heights, Ohio when a fire broke out behind one of the vehicle's rear wheels. Also read: Concrete steps will be taken to take forward India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor: PM Modi "First and foremost, I can’t express how relieved I am that no one was hurt, and I am incredibly grateful for the quick response from the driver," Kirby said. "I spoke with the driver today, and they credited the annual bus evacuation drills that drivers do with students with preparing them," Kirby added, mentioning that the driver has asked not to be identified. "I also must credit the students for reacting so calmly and following the driver's instructions to get to safety," she said. Also read: Police say Gene Hackman, wife's death 'suspicious enough' to investigate The yellow school bus was pushed to one side as fire consumed nearly the entire vehicle and billows of dark smoke erupted from its shattered windows. The Cleveland Heights Fire Department shared images of the incident, in which flames shooting from the bus's windows can be seen. The fire department said in its post that the students were picked up by another district vehicle and transported to school. Also read: China rejects new U.S. tariff threat, accuses Washington of 'shifting blame' A school bus driver “acted quickly” and was able to get all students to safety after the bus caught fire Thursday morning. MORE: https://t.co/HYktqT0jOD pic.twitter.com/GW2mxpnQ1X — Cleveland 19 News (@cleveland19news) February 27, 2025 #WATCH : Hero Ohio bus driver saves 15 kids from fiery inferno in seconds The driver, who insisted on no recognition, kept calm as the bus became engulfed in flames - though it's unclear why the vehicle ignited.#Ohio #BusFire #SchoolBus pic.twitter.com/bgQnUn2eB3 — upuknews (@upuknews1) February 28, 2025 Apreciation for school bus driver On fire department's post, one user wrote, "Great job to the school bus driver getting the students off safely with no injuries." "Wow! How scary I wonder why this happened kudos to the bus driver for getting the kids off the bus and everyone was safe wow," another said. Also read: Uttarakhand Avalanche: 57 workers feared trapped after glacier burst in Chamoli; rescue operation underway amid rain and snowfall "Thank God for the quick action and knowledge of the driver no one was harmed. God is good," a third chimed in. (With inputs from agencies)

Fire breaks out on school bus in Ohio, driver saves kids within seconds - VIDEO

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