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In a deeply emotional moment, actor Amitabh Bachchan paid a heartfelt tribute to veteran actor Nana Patekar.Deeply moved by his sudden passing, Amitabh Bachchan, while taking to the stage of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, honoured his dear friend, reflecting on his unmatched screen presence, uncompromising honesty, and lifelong dedication to humanitarian causes.Reflecting on the monumental loss to Indian cinema and society, the ‘Piku’ actor said, “Nana Patekar ji ka achanak aaj subah swargwas ho gaya. Ek adwitiya kalakar, mitra, shubhchintak, aur ek utkrisht samaj sevak aaj hamare beech nahi rahe. Ye na keval Bharatiya film udyog ke liye, balki ek vyaktigat…

Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif is back in the spotlight, making an appearance in London to celebrate the first anniversary of her beauty brand, Kay Beauty, in the UK.The actress attended the event on October 8, marking one year since the brand entered the British market in partnership with beauty retailer Space NK.Kaif stepped out in an oversized chocolate-brown suit, pairing a matching blazer with wide-leg trousers. Photos and videos from the event soon began circulating on social media.The London outing comes weeks after Kaif faced online criticism over her appearance following childbirth.In September, the actress attended the Ambani family’s Ganesh…

Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 in Goa on Thursday, October 8, leaving Bollywood mourning the loss of one of its most distinctive performers. According to Indian media reports, he was cremated with full state honours late on Thursday night at his farmhouse in Donje village, near Pune, with his son Malhar performing the last rites.Malhar, who spoke to reporters after the funeral, explained why the family went ahead with the cremation at around 11:30pm instead of waiting until the following morning. Bringing his father’s mortal remains from Goa to the farmhouse had taken longer…

Dubai-based business setup consultancy Dubiz has expanded its 24/7 support service for international founders, allowing entrepreneurs across different time zones to access guidance on company formation, licensing and related requirements around the clock. The move comes as Dubai continues to attract new international businesses. In the first quarter of 2026, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce welcomed 562 new British companies and 211 French companies, reflecting continued interest from overseas founders and investors. With enquiries increasingly coming from markets across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas, the company said access to business setup information is no longer limited to conventional UAE…

Panaji Police has registered an Unnatural Death (UD) case under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) following the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar. According to the police record, the 76-year-old actor was brought dead to the casualty ward of Manipal Hospital, Bambolim, from his residence at Ocean Park, Dona Paula. Further enquiry into the matter is currently in progress, led by PSI Nitin Naik.Nana Patekar was cremated with full state honours at his Donje farmhouse in Pune on Thursday night. After performing the last rites, Nana Patekar’s son Malhar Patekar spoke to media and said, “A person like…

Indian actor Nana Patekar, who passed away on Thursday, was laid to rest with full state honours in Pune, marking a solemn farewell to one of the country’s most celebrated actors.Nana passed away after suffering a severe cardiac arrest in Goa. He was taken to Manipal Hospital, where doctors tried to revive him for around 45 minutes, but he could not be saved. Dr Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, confirmed the news to ANI.The mortal remains of the actor were brought to the cremation ground in Pune after his fans paid last respects to him…

ABU DHABI, 9th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), in cooperation with CCI France UAE, co-organised the UAE-France Energy Forum under the theme “Powering Tomorrow Together” at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi. The forum brought together senior government officials, energy industry leaders, experts and stakeholders from both countries to strengthen bilateral cooperation and explore new opportunities in the energy sector. The forum provided a platform for strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange and business engagement, building on the longstanding energy partnership between the UAE and France and a high-level UAE delegation’s visit to Paris in May 2025. The…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Zayed for Good Foundation on the sidelines of Global Food Week (GFW), held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 6 to 8 October. The MoU reflects the two parties’ commitment to enhancing institutional integration and unifying efforts to build a sustainable agricultural and food sector that improves quality of life and supports food security. The MoU was signed by Dr Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Acting Director General of ADAFSA, and Dr. Mohamed Ateeq Al Falahi, Director…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Ahmad Mukhtar, Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) in the UAE and Subregional Coordinator for GCC States and Yemen, has said that the UAE, through hosting Global Food Week in Abu Dhabi, is providing an international platform to promote innovation and investment in the food sector, contributing to global food security and ensuring access to safe, nutritious and affordable food for all. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Mukhtar said the UAE has provided a valuable platform for global dialogue on food security, particularly through its…

ASTANA, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Muslim Council of Elders participated in the 24th Meeting of the Secretariat of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, held on Wednesday in Astana, Kazakhstan, with the participation of several religious leaders and international figures. The Council’s participation comes as part of its ongoing efforts to foster interfaith and intercultural dialogue and promote the values of coexistence, human fraternity, and peace. In his address during the meeting, Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, stressed the importance of religious leaders fulfilling their responsibilities in addressing the challenges…