BUSINESS
Regulating sports betting will help weed out criminals: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor
In 2013, the UPA had prepared a draft Bill to deal with sports fraud, but that got shelved by the Modi government in 2014
BUSINESS
Ranveer Singh won hearts, and ruled the box office, in 2018
Ranveer is now considered among the finest actors in Bollywood and charges anywhere between Rs 15 crore and Rs 20 crore for each film
BUSINESS
From Bollywood to the world, Khadi records 32% rise in sales in 2018
Khadi was also taken up as the preferred uniform fabric across several establishments - both government and private.
BUSINESS
The new betting Bill will guard competitive sports from rigging or fixing
Regulation of betting will benefit technology companies that are trying to innovate in this space, consumers by ensuring they get a cleaner product and the government in terms of huge tax revenue
BUSINESS
Shashi Tharoor to introduce private member's Bill to regulate sports betting and penalise match-fixing
The Law Commission in a report asked the government to make match-fixing and sporting fraud a criminal offence with stringent penalties on those involved.
TRENDS
Salman Khan, the Pied Piper of Bollywood, turns 53
According to experts, Salman Khan's success rate to deliver a hit film is around 60 percent.
BUSINESS
When the Khans couldn't cast a spell, it was content that stole the show
The three Khans with their releases generally contribute up to 20 percent to the box office collections of a year. In 2018, however, three releases by the trio hardly sum up to 10 percent.
BUSINESS
Purchase in Delhi, redeem in Dubai: How VClusive's loyalty programme works across luxury brands
VClusive is India’s first reward points programme across luxury brands that provides exclusive access, customized rewards and a host of other privileges to compliment the high life
INDIA
This week in Bollywood: Elon Musk 'hearts' Ranveer Singh; the 'fiasco' that is SRK-starrer Zero
GST rate cut on movie tickets will reduce prices by 7-8%. The new rate will be applicable from January 1
INDIA
GST rate cut on movie tickets to reduce prices by 7-8%
The new tax rate will be applicable from January 1. However, no formal notices have been issued regarding the same
BUSINESS
2018 — A year of the underdogs in Bollywood, when small-budget films made big profits
The rising stars of the year have been debutants Ishaan Khatter, Jahnvi Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan
BUSINESS
PV Sindhu ups her ante in brand building with BWF win
Sindhu already draws anywhere between Rs2.5 crore and Rs3 crore as annual deals from the brands she endorses. Experts see the fees only going up in the near future given her consistency as a performer on court.
BUSINESS
IPL has now adapted perform-or-perish motto: Experts on 2019 auction
Sports experts and analysts agree on how the franchisee owners want to pay only for talent when they are bidding for a player and not just a big name
BUSINESS
Hospitality industry veteran Kapil Chopra launches The Postcard Hotel
The Postcard Hotel has announced the opening of three luxury hotels on the opening day, ready to receive guests, spread across Goa.
BUSINESS
With Zero set to release next week, last few days for 2.0 to mint money at box office
The million dollar question however is will this Rs 200 crore film surpass the business of Chennai Express and emerge as Shah Rukh Khan's highest grosser?
BUSINESS
Entertainment wrap: Celebrities get hitched, Sara Ali Khan shines in Kedarnath
The week wrapped with more weddings and more money. This week however was not just about Bollywood weddings there were corporates and sport stars joining the bandwagon.
BUSINESS
Casino in Daman? Delta Corp subsidiary files writ petition in Bombay HC seeking licence
In 2014, Delta had appealed to the authorities for permission, but the plan fell through
BUSINESS
Dharma Productions CEO: Growth of OTT in India widens our scope of digital content offerings
For Dharmatic the focus will always be on delivering distinctive and innovative content which appeals to the sensibilities of the digital-first audience.
BUSINESS
South Indian Music Companies Association ties up with Phonographic Performance to monetise library
This tie-up gives PPL access to 100,000 sound recordings from films, independent and devotional albums.
BUSINESS
After watches, jewellery, fragrances and eyewear, Titan starts saree brand Taneira
The flagship store of the brand is spread across 7,500 sq ft and showcases a curated range of handcrafted sarees from across the country.
INDIA
Bollywood weekly wrap: 'Kedarnath' faring well at box office, '2.0' going steady
Abhishek Kapoor’s 'Kedarnath' that stars Sushant Singh Rajput has been the biggest opening for the actor beating the Rs 6.30 crore 'Shudh Desi Romance' earned on its opening.
BUSINESS
Can WOW air fly passengers from Delhi to US for Rs 14,500? Here's what MD Kiran Jain has to say
WOW air is offering limited extreme low prices seats and passengers would have to pay extra for food and baggage on board.
TRENDS
Ikea breaking brand stereotypes in its India expansion, next stop Mumbai
There has been a change in the overall format for Ikea’s maiden journey in India. The brand, which is known for its DIY (do it yourself) format, has people sent over to assemble furniture
BUSINESS
In the battle of debuts, Sara Ali Khan may come out on top with Kedarnath
Film trade analyst Atul Mohan said Sara has the chance of hitting the jackpot in her debut year because she has two releases in the same month
