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Nikita Rawal Slams Social Media Users for Promoting Cringe and Vulgar Content

Actress, Producer & host Nikita Rawal is known for her blunt, honest and straightforward nature that has always resonated with the audience. She believes in walking the talk and practicing what she preaches and no wonder, her words are always taken seriously. The charismatic Producer, actress and host has now shared a savage and direct message for those individuals who use social media for putting just cringe and vulgar content without any purpose or objective.

Recently, the actress was asked in a forum about what’s her take on the rising problem of platforms like Instagram falling prey to vulgar and cringe content. To that, the actress responded saying,

“Well, first of all, I love social media and in today’s time, it is an irreplaceable part of our lives. Everyone right from the teenage to the young generation, mid-age generation and old generation, we are all on it in different ways. That means imagine the potential of the platform if used to good effect to exert positive influence and motivation? While I definitely see that happening with some really good content, I also come across too much obscene, vulgar and cringe content online which perhaps is not fit for a platform like Instagram which has users of all age groups, including children. I love seeing some of the dance videos on Instagram or the hilarious fun reels. At least, they are providing entertainment to the ones who are often jaded and tired with their daily mundane lives. But I want to know what influence or positivity we are giving by putting cringe and vulgar content on Instagram? If someone wants to put that kind of content, please feel free to put it but I don’t think Instagram is the platform for that. I really feel there are some people who are literally up to no good, have zero idea about what they are doing but are just still putting vulgar obscene content just for the sake of it for views and money. I just want to say to these people that if you can’t make the online world a better place, at least don’t make it worse with such activities. I am not judging anyone here but every platform has a specific purpose or objective. I am sure Instagram is not for pornography-type content. We really need to filter this as it’s not leaving a good taste or influence for the young teenage users of social media. I really hope quality filtering happens and social media becomes a place to motivate and inspire more rather than just a medium of obscene and cringe content.”

Well, Nikita Rawal’s words have certainly got a lot of merit and no wonder, many individuals all over the country can relate to her. Kudos to her for speaking her heart out and going for glory. On the work front, she has some interesting projects happening at her end and the official announcements will happen soon as per the ideal timelines. We wish her good luck for her future endeavours.

Jaipur, July 5, 2025 – Today marks National Workaholics Day, observed every year on July 5 to remind those who are excessively devoted to their work – often at the cost of their health, family, and hobbies – to pause and reflect. On this occasion, Rajasthan-based digital entrepreneur and media personality Junjaram Thory highlighted the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance.

Junjaram Thory, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Sangri Today and CEO of Sangri Internet Pvt. Ltd., is widely known for his initiatives in digital journalism, PR, and media solutions. Speaking about workaholism, he said:

 “When we keep working non-stop, we miss out on life’s true joys – family, health, hobbies. We must know when to pause.”

Junjaram started his journey in digital media as a teenager. He has worked extensively in journalism, fact-checking, and social awareness campaigns. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he launched the Sangri Fact-Check Portal to fight misinformation, an effort that earned him the Real Super Heroes 2020 Award for his contributions to society.

Sharing his perspective further, Thory added:

 “Being a workaholic is not always negative – it shows passion and dedication. But when it starts exhausting us or affecting our relationships, it’s time to stop and rethink.”

He believes that maintaining a work-life balance not only improves productivity but also keeps one mentally strong and happy. His suggestions include:

Set clear boundaries between work and personal life.

Take breaks and holidays regularly to refresh your body and mind.

Develop hobbies like art, sports, or travel to keep life enriched beyond work.

On National Workaholics Day, Junjaram appealed to the youth, professionals, and entrepreneurs to ask themselves at least once a day – “Am I living my life or just working through it?”

His message today resonates with the theme of the day – reminding everyone that white work is important, life is meant to be truly lived beyond office screens and deadlines.

 

“We wish to design a project to make Sambalpur first Sustainable City in India” – Prof. Mahadeo Jaiswal – Director IIM Sambalpur

Sambalpur; 03 rd July, 2025: IIM Sambalpur, one of the most progressive and fast-growing IIMs in

the country, renowned for setting standards continues to uphold its commitment towards academic

excellence and diversity. In the latest admissions cycle for the academic year (2025-2027), IIM

Sambalpur has reported slight increase of 5% in the numbers of engineers admitted compared to non-

engineers. This development is evident across both its newly launched MBA in Business Analytics

programme as well as the 11th batch of its flagship MBA Programme for 2025–27. In alignment with

IIM Sambalpur’s core values – Inclusivity, Integrity and Innovation, IIM Sambalpur’s incoming MBA

batch also comprises three students with physical and mobility challenges.

Of the total 363 graduates admitted across both the MBA programmes, 186 which is constituting

51.24% of the batch, hold engineering degrees. While non-engineers students’ account for the

remaining 48.76%. The preference for technical background is evident in the MBA in Business

Analytics (MBABA) programme, where the engineering cohort comprises of 61.70%. However, the

flagship MBA programme, reports a nearequal distribution, with 49.68% of graduates from

engineering and 50.32% from nonengineering students. Additionally, the MBABA cohort stands out

for its industry readiness, as 100% of the cohort possess prior work experience, thereby increasing the

practical orientation and applicability of the programme in the evolving business environment.

Complementing this academic spread is healthy gender diversity: the incoming batch is 33% female

and 67% male overall, with the flagship MBA classroom showing 38% women and 62% men, while

the MBABA pioneers include 5% women and 95% men. Disciplinary variety stretches well beyond

engineering—around 20% of students hold commerce and accountancy degrees, 9% come from pure

sciences, 8% from managementrelated courses and 4% from the arts, with the remainder bringing

specialised qualifications in fields such as agriculture, horticulture, pharmacy, law, journalism,

fashion technology, dentistry, hotel and tourism management, and shipping. Seventyfive percent of

the entire cohort arrive with prior work experience. Within the MBA programme 72% are experienced

hires, while in MBABA everyone has at least a year of industry exposure. For the MBA class

specifically, 4% have under a year of experience, 19% bring onetotwo years, 43% have twotothree

years, and 6% exceed the threeyear mark; the MBABA group distributes across onetotwo years

(49%), twotothree years (36%) and threetofour years (15%). Sectoral representation is equally broad,

led by information technology, engineering and industrial roles, banking and financial services, and

consulting, with strong showings from retail and FMCG, education and edtech, pharmaceuticals and

healthcare, sales and marketing, ecommerce, legal services, telecommunications and several niche

domains. In terms of geographical diversity, the batch comes from almost all states and union

territories of India, including the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. In terms of state of domicile,

Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh account for 13% and 12% of the incoming batch, followed by Madhya

Pradesh, Odisha, Delhi, West Bengal, Telangana, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Kerala,

and Gujarat.

Eminent personalities including V. Srinivas, IAS, Secretary, DARPG, GOI as the Chief Guest; Rajiv

Kumar, CEO, Vedanta Aluminium as the Guest of Honor; Samir Kumar, Country Manager, Amazon

India as the keynote speaker and Prof. Mahadeo Jaiswal, Director, IIM Sambalpur along with the

faculty members and Students were present in the inaugural ceremony.

During his welcome address focusing on sustainability, Prof. Mahadeo Jaiswal, Director, IIM

Sambalpur highlighted the institution’s establishment by the Government of India in 2015 and said,”

India’s rise from the world’s 10th to 4th largest economy is a result of bold reforms like Digital India,

Skill India, Startup India, and Make in India. At IIM Sambalpur, we believe it’s time to add one more,

‘Brand in India’. Our mission is to make Sambalpur the first sustainable city in India, for which we

seek the help and support of the government. As a new-age IIM, we are contributing to this national

vision by developing leaders who are not just job-seekers, but job-creators with entrepreneurial

mindsets. Over the years, we’ve set benchmarks, from achieving near gender parity in MBA

admissions to empowering traditional weavers through the Master Weaver program and introducing

AI-enabled classroom discussions, an India-first, and possibly a world-first initiative.” Further he

added, “our three ’I’ values, Innovation, Integrity, and Inclusiveness rooted in Indian philosophy,

guide us in transforming education with a purpose. And our 3D action lens, Digitalisation,

Decarbonisation, and Democratisation of business ensures we are future-ready. IIM Sambalpur is not

just producing managers, but responsible leaders capable of shaping and achieving the vision of

Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi of Viksit Bharat by @2047.”

Shri V. Srinivas, IAS, Secretary DARPG, GOI, said, “Across every sector, space, biotech,

semiconductors, energy and robotics, India is witnessing an unprecedented technology surge. Our

‘Maximum Governance, Minimum Government’ approach is turning that momentum into citizenfirst

outcomes: 100 % paperless central secretariat, the world’s largest AIenabled grievanceredress

platform, and deregulation that trims 20plus outdated compliances so businesses can thrive.” Further

he added, “I’m delighted that IIM Sambalpur’s forwardlooking MBA in Business Analytics mirrors

this national journey, rooted in data, driven by innovation and shaped by ethical leadership. When

students master digital tools, understand policy, and build entrepreneurial mindsets, they don’t just

analyse numbers; they design solutions that simplify lives, power industry and steer India toward a

Viksit Bharat by 2047.”

Rajiv Kumar, CEO, Vedanta Aluminium, said, “After 35 years in industry I can tell you: leadership

isn’t found in a handbook, it’s carved by each of us from the inside out. Ask yourself every fortnight:

what makes me mad, bad, sad, and glad? The answers will keep you honest while you sculpt your

own statue.” Further he mentioned that, “Come out of your comfort zone, because that is very

important to grow. Stay humble, hungry and hardworking add those three H’s to IIM Sambalpur’s

three I’s of Innovation, Integrity and Inclusiveness, and the ‘CASH’ in your bank will rise adding

‘KASH’ Knowledge, Attitude, Skill and Habit into your DNA and your life.”

Key note speaker, Mr. Samir Kumar, Country Manager, Amazon India, while sharing his

personal life experience he said, “From IT to Finance and to Business, my journey has been very

unique and adventurous. He advised students to work hard and to follow passion, but not to deny that

luck is a very important factor in everyone’s life for success.”

Earlier, the welcome address was delivered by Prof. Diptiranjan Mahapatra, Dean Academics. Prof.

Siddharth G. Majhi, Chair, Admission, provided an introduction of the 11th Batch of MBA and 1 st

batch of MBA-BA, while the Introduction of MBA Programme was given by Prof. Shubhi Gupta,

Chair, PGP and the introduction of MBA-BA Programme was given by Prof. Saumyaranjan Sahoo,

chair MBA-BA and an address, on AOL and IIM Sambalpur's Accreditation Journey so Far, was

narrated by Prof. Soumya Guha Deb, Chair, Ranking & Accreditation. The vote of thanks was

delivered by Prof. Diwahar S. Nadar, Chair, SAC.

The day also witnessed the Orientation Programme for the MBA and MBA-BA cohorts including a

detailed briefing on the MBA Ordinance by Prof. Shubhi Gupta, Chair PGP and briefing on the MBA-

BA Ordinance by Prof. Saumyaranjan Sahoo, Chair MBA-BA, and Anti-Ragging policies by Prof.

Rahul Sindhwani, Chair Anti-Ragging.

  

Bengaluru, 02nd July 2025:
EVeium Smart Mobility, the electric two-wheeler brand under Ellysium
Automotives, is taking a bold leap towards making premium electric
mobility more accessible in India by deepening its commitment to local
manufacturing. By strengthening its ‘Make in India’ capabilities and
producing maximum components domestically, the brand aims to pass on
significant cost advantages to Indian consumers—without compromising on
design, performance, or sustainability.

EVeium’s
flagship models—Cosmo, Comet Czar —are being reintroduced with upgraded
features and refreshed styling while maintaining their premium quality.
With a larger share of the manufacturing ecosystem now based in India,
the brand is able to optimise production costs and offer these
high-performance electric vehicles at a more competitive price point.

This
initiative aligns with the national vision of self-reliance in clean
mobility and ensures better control over quality, faster innovation
cycles, and a stronger value proposition for end users.

“At
EVeium, we’ve always believed that sustainable mobility shouldn’t come
at the cost of accessibility. By increasing the localisation of our
components and reinforcing our manufacturing ecosystem in India, we are
now able to offer truly premium electric scooters at prices that
resonate with the Indian market. This is a major step in our journey to
create a greener, smarter commuting future for everyone,”
 said Sameer Moidin, 
Founder & CEO, EVeium Smart Mobility.

 

Veteran actor and theatre artist Swaroopa Ghosh, known for her impactful work in films like Love Hostel, Trial Period, LSD 2, War, Scoop, and Tooth Pari, will soon be seen in Sony TV’s upcoming show Ami Dakini. With a career marked by layered performances and socially conscious storytelling, Swaroopa has consistently used her voice to spotlight issues often left unspoken. This June, as the world marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, she turns her attention to an issue that remains largely invisible: the emotional and psychological struggles men face.


“Men in general find it difficult to express their emotions. To expect them to talk about mental health issues is even more difficult,” she reflects. “There’s a fear of being labelled as weak or mad—and just a few years ago, mental illness itself was often equated with madness.”

She recalls how this stigma not only affected those suffering but also undermined mental health professionals. “Even psychologists or doctors weren’t taken seriously—largely due to ignorance and fear. Fear of being isolated or judged kept most men from opening up, even among friends.”

Swaroopa points out how, over time, women have carved out emotional ecosystems—safe spaces where they can confide, share, and support each other. Men, meanwhile, tend to keep their conversations surface-level, often steering clear of anything that could be perceived as emotional vulnerability. The outcome, she says, is troubling: “This internalised pressure builds up, and it either implodes into breakdowns or explodes as aggression.”

She also touches on the deep-rooted conditioning within families. “Men are expected to be providers and protectors—but no one talks about the emotional cost of playing that role. This denial—whether out of ignorance or cultural norms—leaves men emotionally stranded.”

For real change to take root, Swaroopa believes we must begin with children. “Mental health education needs to be part of our school curriculum. That way, expressing emotions becomes a norm, not a taboo. It empowers children to cope, share, and seek help without guilt or fear.”

She is especially firm about breaking the myth that mental illness is a life sentence. “The idea that therapy is only for the ‘mad’ or ‘broken’ has to go. We must create a culture where it’s okay for men to talk, to cry, to reach out—and know that they won’t be judged for it.”

With decades of experience across stage and screen, Swaroopa Ghosh’s voice is grounded in empathy and conviction. Her call is simple yet profound: Men deserve the space to feel, to speak, and to heal—without fear, without stigma, and certainly without shame.

 

New Delhi, 4th July 2025: In a market flooded with predictable upgrades and overpromised specs, TECNO takes a bold leap forward with the launch of its latest powerhouse duo — the POVA 7 Series on Flipkart. Known for delivering value-packed innovation focused on real user needs, TECNO brings POVA 7 and POVA 7 Pro to the mid-premium segment, combining serious performance, intuitive AI, and smart connectivity, all wrapped in a design built for India’s new-age learners, digital hustlers, and creators. Staying true to its #BetterFasterStronger promise, the series continues TECNO’s tradition of constant innovation under the POVA legacy.

Commenting on the launch, Arijeet Talapatra, CEO of TECNO India said, “At TECNO, we believe ground-breaking technology shouldn’t be a privilege—it should be a tool for everyone. Especially for India’s young dreamers, doers and disruptors. That’s why POVA 7 is more than just a smartphone: it’s bold design, unstoppable connectivity, and AI that understands you—right down to your language. This device isn’t just built to impress—it’s built to empower.”

DESIGN: Inspired by Change, Built to Stand Out

Inspired by the delta symbol (Δ) — the universal sign for change, this series embraces evolution and progress. The triangular geometry isn’t just an aesthetic choice, it’s a tribute to users who are constantly evolving and pushing forward.

Visually striking, both smartphones feature TECNO’s segment-first Multi-Functional Delta Light Interface, a backlit design element with 104 Mini LED lights, that reacts to music, notifications, volume, and charging. It’s more than just visual flair; it’s a personality you can see, even from far away.

DISPLAY: Visual Brilliance for Every Experience

POVA 7 Pro features a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with an ultra-smooth 144Hz refresh rate, delivering rich colors and seamless motion which is ideal for gaming, streaming, and content creation, making it the Best Display Experience in the segment. The POVA 7 offers the same screen size and refresh rate on a crisp FHD+ LTPS IPS display, ensuring immersive visuals for everyday use.

BATTERY & CHARGING: Power That Keeps Pace

Both smartphones pack a massive 6000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, designed for power users. The POVA 7 Pro raises the bar with 30W wireless charging, a first-in-segment feature, allowing users to cut the cord without sacrificing speed.

ACCESSIBLE AI & CONNECTIVITY: Everyday Intelligence, Everywhere

A standout across both smartphones is TECNO’s built-in AI assistant, Ella, now more intelligent and attuned to local needs with support for multiple Indian languages. From composing messages to translating content, Ella brings practical, everyday assistance to users across the country. Complementing this is the TECNO Intelligent Signal Hub, which strengthens connectivity with advanced features like 4×4 MIMO, VoWiFi Dual Pass, and a unique No Network Communication capability that allows device to device calling even without mobile signal, a game changer in areas with patchy or no coverage.

CAMERA: Creativity in Every Frame

Beyond stunning visuals, the POVA 7 Series delivers camera innovation designed for content-first lifestyles, with both smartphones supporting 4K video recording. The POVA 7 Pro is equipped with a 64MP Sony IMX682 main sensor and an 8MP secondary lens, featuring vlog modes and dual video functionality, perfect for creators who demand flexibility. Meanwhile, the POVA 7 offers a strong 50MP AI camera, tuned for consistent results across lighting conditions and equipped with essential creative modes for everyday storytelling.

FIND YOUR FIT:  Choose Your Style at an Amazing Price Point

While both phones share a strong core, the POVA 7 Pro brings additional premium features like an AMOLED display, wireless charging, and dual cameras for those who want more. The POVA 7 focuses on great everyday performance with a bold design and comes in three striking colors: Magic Silver, Oasis Green, and Geek Black, with two variants being offered at the special limited-time pricing (inclusive of all bank offers): 8GB + 128GB (₹12,999) and 8GB + 256GB (₹13,999).

For those seeking additional features, the POVA 7 Pro is available in three exquisite colors: Dynamic Grey, Neon Cyan, and Geek Black, priced at ₹16,999 for 8GB + 128GB and ₹17,999 for 8GB + 256GB as part of special launch offers.

With technology this powerful in your hands, the POVA 7 Series is more than just a phone — it’s your next move, next idea, next win. Ready when you are. Sale starts 10th July on Flipkart.

Actress Somy Ali, who enjoyed a successful stint in
Bollywood during the 90s and now runs a US-based NGO No More Tears, took
to social media to talk about her time in the movies.

Sharing a video from one of her favourite films, Mafia, she wrote,
“Movie: Mafia. 1996, but in the 90’s we did three shifts in one day.
Hence, I worked on three movies in a single day. I would wake up at 4am
to get ready and finish at 10pm.”

She also mentions her friends from the industry who she loved working
with. 

She added. “I will never forget this movie because it was with the
three nicest people in the world. @aapkadharam (Dharmendra)
@razamurad1950 (Raza Murad) and Jay Mehta who was launched by his
father, Mr. Pranlal Mehta. Jay was extraordinary for his first movie and
perhaps the most decent human being I have ever worked with. I will
always miss these good times and precious moments. Love and best wishes
for all of you. Miss, Dharam ji, Raza bhai and Jay tons.”

Somy appeared in several Bollywood films in the 1990s, such as Anth,
Yaar Gaddar, and Aao Pyaar Karen. Though her film career was brief, she
gained attention for her on-screen presence and off-screen headlines.

 

Jaipur, July 2025: The OnePlus Nord CE is driven by a core mission: to make the signature

OnePlus experience accessible to the wider community. The OnePlus Nord CE5 offers a

significant leap forward, delivering class-leading performance powered by the MediaTek

Dimensity 8350 Apex and a 7,100 mAh tablet-size battery.

 

The OnePlus Nord 5, OnePlus Buds 4, and the OnePlus Nord CE5 will be available for

purchase starting July 9 and July 12, respectively. To know more, visit oneplus. in,

amazon.in, or visit a OnePlus store near you.

 

Breakthrough Smoothness, Category-Crushing Power

The OnePlus Nord CE5 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex chipset,

delivering category-crushing performance. Built on TSMC’s advanced 4nm process and

featuring the latest Armv9 architecture, the octa-core CPU design includes four high-

performance Cortex-A715 cores clocked up to 3.35GHz, alongside four power-efficient cores

for optimised performance and energy balance. For graphics, the chipset is equipped with a

6-core Mali-G615 GPU, offering a 60% increase in peak GPU performance and a 55% drop

in power usage, enabling smooth, energy-efficient gaming and visual rendering.

 

Paired with next-generation LPDDR5X RAM, the Nord CE5 offers seamless power across

everyday apps, mobile gaming, AI-driven content creation, and high-definition streaming.

With an AnTuTu score of over 1.47 million, the OnePlus Nord CE5 stands as the highest

performer in its class.

 

Behemoth Battery, Up to 2.5 Days of Power with Zero Anxiety

The OnePlus Nord CE5 comes equipped with a massive 7,100 mAh battery, a capacity

typically found in tablets, not smartphones. It delivers unmatched battery life that outclasses

every competitor in its category.

 

With multi-day battery life on a single charge, the OnePlus Nord CE5 eliminates battery

anxiety, allowing you to stay connected, entertained, and productive without constantly

reaching for a charger.

To match its massive battery, the OnePlus Nord CE5 supports 80W SUPERVOOC fast

charging, capable of charging the device from 1% to 100% in just 59 minutes. Even if your

battery runs low, a quick top-up is all you need to power through the day with confidence.

Just a 10-minute charge allows for over 6 hours of YouTube content consumption.

To ensure long-term battery health, the OnePlus Nord CE5 integrates Battery Health Magic,

OnePlus’s exclusive system-level charging management solution. It intelligently manages

charging behaviour to maintain battery stability and extend its overall lifespan.

The device also features Bypass Charging, a power optimisation technology that allows the

phone to draw power directly from the charger instead of the battery while gaming. This

significantly reduces heat generation, lowers battery wear, and extends battery durability.

Bypass Charging also enhances mobile gaming comfort, letting you play for longer without

worrying about overheating or battery drain.

 

Camera Supercharged by State-of-the-art AI

Elevating its imaging prowess, the OnePlus Nord CE5 features a flagship-grade 50MP Sony

LYT-600 (1/1.95") main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for consistently sharp,

blur-free shots. It incorporates the same advanced RAW HDR algorithm and Real Tone

exposure technology from the OnePlus 13 series, delivering exceptional clarity, vibrant

colors, and natural skin tones, alongside powerful Ultra HDR capture. Bringing memories

vividly to life, Live Photo is now enhanced with Ultra HDR support for the cover frame,

offering richer dynamic range and deeper detail for truly immersive moments. The main

camera of Nord CE5 also supports up to 4K 60fps HDR video recording, offering frame-by-

frame clarity and lifelike color reproduction in every frame.

 

OnePlus Buds 4 Deliver Smart Connectivity, Long-Lasting Power, and Intuitive Control

The OnePlus Buds 4 seamlessly blends powerful functionality with user-centric design.

Users can experience exceptional endurance with up to 11 hours of playback on the earbuds

and a massive 45 hours total with the charging case, featuring fast charging that provides

hours of listening in minutes.

Users can also control their audio effortlessly with intuitive slide gestures directly on the

earbud stems for precise volume adjustment. The OnePlus Buds 4 also allows users to stay

reliably connected outdoors thanks to Steady Connect technology, ensuring a rock-solid

Bluetooth link. One can also break language barriers with the tap of an earbud using AI

Translation for real-time conversation conversion. Combining Google Fast Pair and Dual-

Device Connection, the OnePlus Buds 4 offer a smarter, more convenient audio experience

ready for any situation.

About OnePlus India

OnePlus is a global technology company challenging conventional concepts of technology.

Created around the ‘Never Settle’ mantra, OnePlus creates exquisitely designed devices

with premium build quality and high-performance hardware. OnePlus thrives on cultivating

strong bonds and growing together with its community of users and fans. For more

information, please visit oneplus.in. For any media queries, please contact:

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Jaipur, 02nd July
2025:
IIHMR
University – Ranked #1 Healthcare Management University in India, organized the
inaugural session of the new batch of PhD program (Cohort-12), on June 30,
2025, bringing together esteemed dignitaries, faculty, and the newly admitted
research scholars. The program commenced with the lighting of the lamp,
symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment. Dr. P R Sodani,
President, IIHMR University, delivered the inaugural keynote address, setting a
warm and inspiring tone for the research scholars. 

He underscored the
significance of rigorous research in driving impactful changes in program
management and policy formulation. On this occasion, Chairpersons of various
DRCs – Dr. Himadri Sinha, Dr. Anoop Khanna, Dr. Vinod Kumar SV, and Dr. Saurabh
Kumar, joined the ceremony and highlighted the importance of adhering to the
timeline, adopting a focused approach throughout their research journey, the
value of persistence and passion, and the significance of research paper
publications.

The new batch comprises 19 scholars from six States:
Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab.
More than 30% of the scholars are female candidates. These scholars work with
globally recognized organizations, including the Ministry of Health &
Family Welfare, World Bank, UNICEF, Quality Council of India, IQVIA, HCL
Foundation, International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, etc. Dr.
Kajal Sitlani, PhD Program Coordinator, concluded the program with a vote of
thanks.

Jaipur, July 1 (SCNWire): The grand finale of “Rajasthan Ghoomar Queen Season-5,” organised by Sadbhavna Parivar Foundation, concluded successfully today at Park Central Hotel, City Center, Jaipur. In this season, Pari Singh Kushwaha was crowned as the winner, while Shweta Bari secured the first runner-up position and Priyanshi Dave was declared the second runner-up.

Dedicated to celebrating the rich tradition and culture of Rajasthan, the competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from women across the state. Finalists performed mesmerizing Ghoomar dance sequences, captivating the audience with their grace, poise, and dedication towards preserving the heritage of Rajasthan.

The esteemed panel of judges for the finale included World Book of Records holder choreographer Rohit Sharma, Rajasthan Ghoomar Queen 2022 Seema Sethi, Pratima Bhardwaj, Global India’s Miss Ritu Sharma, Aarti Mathur, and Mona Verma. Each judge appreciated the confidence, traditional attire, and performance skills of all participants, encouraging them to continue promoting the pride of Rajasthani folk culture globally.

The event’s chief guest was Pukhraj Mosan from JKJ Jewellers, who graced the occasion with his presence and honoured the winners with crowns, sashes, and trophies. Their recognition motivated all participants to pursue their cultural passions further.

Special guests included Narendra Upadhyay, Mahima Saini, Sonu Agrawal, Pooja Sharma, Priyanka Goyal, RJ Rahul Chauhan, anchor Karan, and anchor Abhishek, who congratulated the winners and appreciated Sadbhavna Parivar Foundation’s initiative for empowering women through such cultural platforms.

Speaking on the occasion, Manoj Pandey, President of Sadbhavna Parivar Foundation, said, “We organise Rajasthan Ghoomar Queen every year with an aim to provide a traditional stage to women where they can showcase their talent with pride and dignity. Under Season-5, auditions were held in several districts including Alwar, Jodhpur, Kota, Gangapur, Sikar, and Ajmer, concluding today with this magnificent finale in Jaipur.”

The programme ended with a vote of thanks to guests, judges, media partners, and participants, marking yet another successful chapter of Rajasthan Ghoomar Queen in promoting the state’s folk dance legacy and empowering women to embrace their roots confidently.

— SCNWire