‘De De Pyaar De 2’ box office collection day 8: The Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, Rakul Preet Singh starrer maintains its hold despite new releases ‘Masti 4’, ‘120 Bahadur’

‘De De Pyaar De 2’ box office collection day 8: The Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, Rakul Preet Singh starrer maintains its hold despite new releases ‘Masti 4’, ‘120 Bahadur’

The sequel to the 2019 film De De Pyaar De hit theatres on Friday, November 14, and registered a respectable start at the box office. Given the post-pandemic scenario, romantic comedies rarely deliver massive openings anymore. The movie began its run with Rs 8.75 crore and witnessed an upward trend over its first weekend. In…

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Nov 22, 2025, 05:00 IST

Nov 22, 2025, 05:00 IST

Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal snapped at their Haldi ceremony. (Images via X/Screengrabs) The wedding celebrations of India batter Smriti Mandhana and composer-filmmaker Palash Muchhal have begun, with the Haldi ceremony setting the tone for the final stretch toward their November 23 wedding. The festivities, held two days before the big day, unfolded in a…

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‘Destiny has got me to come and play with him’: Sanju Samson opens up on leaving Rajasthan Royals for CSK

‘Destiny has got me to come and play with him’: Sanju Samson opens up on leaving Rajasthan Royals for CSK

India’s Sanju Samson (Photo credit: AP /PTI) Sanju Samson has expressed his delight about joining Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and getting the opportunity to play alongside MS Dhoni in IPL 2026. The wicketkeeper-batter has been traded from Rajasthan Royals to the five-time IPL champions for Rs 18 Crore.Samson opened up about his long-standing admiration for…

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‘Masti 4’ box office collection day 1: The Vivek Oberoi, Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani starrer has a slow start, makes Rs 2.50 crore

‘Masti 4’ box office collection day 1: The Vivek Oberoi, Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani starrer has a slow start, makes Rs 2.50 crore

Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani and Riteish Deshmukh starrer ‘Masti 4’ released on Friday, November 21. The film clashed with Farhan Akhtar’s ‘120 Bahadur’. Both these movies were extremely dull in their advance bookings. ‘Masti 4’ is a franchise film which should have garnered more footfalls. While ‘Masti’ and ‘Grand Masti’ enjoyed success, ‘Great Grand Masti’…

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Labour codes to usher in uniformity, clarity

Labour codes to usher in uniformity, clarity

In a landmark move set to reshape India’s labour landscape, govt notified the implementation of all four labour codes, bringing into effect one of the most ambitious labour reforms in the country’s post-independence history. The rollout marks the realisation of “One India, One Law”- a unified labour framework that replaces a century of fragmented statutes…

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5 research-backed foods that may help lower your risk of colon cancer

5 research-backed foods that may help lower your risk of colon cancer

Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, sardines, and anchovies are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are potent anti-inflammatory agents. Chronic inflammation is considered a risk factor for cancer generally, including colorectal cancer. Observational studies have reported that nations and populations who consume diets high in omega-3s exhibit lower rates of colorectal cancers. The omega-3 fatty…

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Olives’ health benefits: How green and black olives boost heart, brain, and overall wellness |

Olives’ health benefits: How green and black olives boost heart, brain, and overall wellness |

Olives aren’t just a tasty addition to salads, pasta, or tapas; they’re little nutritional powerhouses. Packed with healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, they offer more than just flavour. Whether you enjoy them whole, stuffed, or as olive oil, adding olives to your meals can support overall health in several ways. From promoting heart health…

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India’s health insurance system is losing ₹8,000-10,000 crore annually due to fraud and waste, a BCG-Medi Assist report reveals. This impacts premiums and public funds, with reimbursement claims showing significantly higher fraud rates. The report advocates for AI-driven oversight and faster data sharing to combat this systemic issue and ensure accessible, affordable healthcare.  MUMBAI: Fraud and waste continue to drag India’s health-insurance system, with Rs 8,000–10,000 crore leaking from claim payouts each year, says a Boston Consulting Group–Medi Assist report. Fraud and unnecessary claims inflate premiums, strain insurer finances and drain public funds. Weak data systems and loose checks also push patients into higher out-of-pocket spends.The analysis shows retail health portfolios carry higher fraud risk than group portfolios. Within group covers, fraud is consistently elevated in BFSI and healthcare. Reimbursement claims pose the biggest threat: group reimbursement claims show 9x more fraud than group cashless, while individual reimbursement claims show 20x the incidence of group cashless. Misrepresentation and document fabrication remain the top fraud types across IPD/OPD. Fraud risk clusters in mid-ticket claims (Rs 50,000-Rs 2.5 lakh), where incentives are high and oversight moderate.“Small-ticket fraud and abuse are often rationalised as harmless… This mindset has turned into a systemic behavioral challenge… contributing materially to the broader issue of FWA (fraud, waste and abuse) in the health insurance ecosystem,” the report said.The report urges tighter fraud prevention/detection, unified medical-coding rules, AI-driven oversight and faster data-sharing via the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission and the National Health Claim Exchange. Medi Assist says tech will do the heavy lifting. “As India’s health system stands at an inflection point, the next decade will be defined by connected data and intelligent automation,” said Satish Gidugu, Medi Assist’s CEO. Reducing fraud and rebuilding digital trust, he said, will help keep care “accessible, affordable, and accountable for all citizens.”For BCG’s Swayamjit Mishra, the biggest gains lie in the “remaining 8%” of claims that sit between harmless and outright fraudulent.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTejas Crash: IAF Pilot Killed In Dubai Crash Identified As Wing Commander Namansh SyalDefence Experts Break Down Possible Causes Behind Tejas Fighter Jet Crash In DubaiPM Modi Gets Rousing Welcome From Indian Diaspora In Johannesburg Ahead Of G20 Summit | South Africa’‘I Am A Hindu’: Shashi Tharoor Evokes Swami Vivekananda To Tell The World What Hinduism Stands ForAmit Shah Says BSF Crushed 118 Pak Posts, He Issues Tough Security Message From Sindoor Van In KutchEx-CIA Reveals Savage Reply To Imran Khan’s PTI After Apology Demand Over His India-Pak War Analysis’All 140 MLAs Are Mine’: DK Shivakumar Amid Karnataka CM Speculation; Siddaramaiah RespondsKabul Turns To India As New Trade Partner Amid Pak Blockades And Push For Fresh Regional CorridorsTejas Crashes In Dubai Air Show Display As Massive Fireball Sparks Panic, Pilot Succumbs To InjuriesDeadly 5.5 Earthquake Rocks Bangladesh, Killing At Least Six, Triggers Widespread Panic Across Dhaka123PhotostoriesWhy Chunky Panday remains a cult favourite with timeless comic charmCan the 10-3-2-1 rule improve your sleep? Here’s what science says‘120 Bahadur’ star Raashii Khanna’s promotional looksWhat causes high uric acid levels, early symptoms and how to bring it down naturally with science backed tipsTop Harvard doctor reveals the right time to eat these 7 nuts to gain maximum benefitsVegetarian Thanksgiving: 4 mains that taste better than the Turkey10 dhaba-style Paneer dishes to try at home this weekendRekha to Kriti Sanon: Trending celebrity style highlights of the dayFrom Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ to Salman Khan’s ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’: A look at classic Bollywood films through the modern lensWhy Sadhguru recommends having Beetroot and Cardamom Soup during winter evenings123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBest Rockstar Games to Play for GTA 6Savannah JamesWayne GretzkysTrevon DiggsDelhi School Suicide CaseKolkata EarthquakeCandace OwensGavin BrindleySophie CunninghamMLB Trade Rumors

India’s health insurance system is losing ₹8,000-10,000 crore annually due to fraud and waste, a BCG-Medi Assist report reveals. This impacts premiums and public funds, with reimbursement claims showing significantly higher fraud rates. The report advocates for AI-driven oversight and faster data sharing to combat this systemic issue and ensure accessible, affordable healthcare. MUMBAI: Fraud and waste continue to drag India’s health-insurance system, with Rs 8,000–10,000 crore leaking from claim payouts each year, says a Boston Consulting Group–Medi Assist report. Fraud and unnecessary claims inflate premiums, strain insurer finances and drain public funds. Weak data systems and loose checks also push patients into higher out-of-pocket spends.The analysis shows retail health portfolios carry higher fraud risk than group portfolios. Within group covers, fraud is consistently elevated in BFSI and healthcare. Reimbursement claims pose the biggest threat: group reimbursement claims show 9x more fraud than group cashless, while individual reimbursement claims show 20x the incidence of group cashless. Misrepresentation and document fabrication remain the top fraud types across IPD/OPD. Fraud risk clusters in mid-ticket claims (Rs 50,000-Rs 2.5 lakh), where incentives are high and oversight moderate.“Small-ticket fraud and abuse are often rationalised as harmless… This mindset has turned into a systemic behavioral challenge… contributing materially to the broader issue of FWA (fraud, waste and abuse) in the health insurance ecosystem,” the report said.The report urges tighter fraud prevention/detection, unified medical-coding rules, AI-driven oversight and faster data-sharing via the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission and the National Health Claim Exchange. Medi Assist says tech will do the heavy lifting. “As India’s health system stands at an inflection point, the next decade will be defined by connected data and intelligent automation,” said Satish Gidugu, Medi Assist’s CEO. Reducing fraud and rebuilding digital trust, he said, will help keep care “accessible, affordable, and accountable for all citizens.”For BCG’s Swayamjit Mishra, the biggest gains lie in the “remaining 8%” of claims that sit between harmless and outright fraudulent.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTejas Crash: IAF Pilot Killed In Dubai Crash Identified As Wing Commander Namansh SyalDefence Experts Break Down Possible Causes Behind Tejas Fighter Jet Crash In DubaiPM Modi Gets Rousing Welcome From Indian Diaspora In Johannesburg Ahead Of G20 Summit | South Africa’‘I Am A Hindu’: Shashi Tharoor Evokes Swami Vivekananda To Tell The World What Hinduism Stands ForAmit Shah Says BSF Crushed 118 Pak Posts, He Issues Tough Security Message From Sindoor Van In KutchEx-CIA Reveals Savage Reply To Imran Khan’s PTI After Apology Demand Over His India-Pak War Analysis’All 140 MLAs Are Mine’: DK Shivakumar Amid Karnataka CM Speculation; Siddaramaiah RespondsKabul Turns To India As New Trade Partner Amid Pak Blockades And Push For Fresh Regional CorridorsTejas Crashes In Dubai Air Show Display As Massive Fireball Sparks Panic, Pilot Succumbs To InjuriesDeadly 5.5 Earthquake Rocks Bangladesh, Killing At Least Six, Triggers Widespread Panic Across Dhaka123PhotostoriesWhy Chunky Panday remains a cult favourite with timeless comic charmCan the 10-3-2-1 rule improve your sleep? Here’s what science says‘120 Bahadur’ star Raashii Khanna’s promotional looksWhat causes high uric acid levels, early symptoms and how to bring it down naturally with science backed tipsTop Harvard doctor reveals the right time to eat these 7 nuts to gain maximum benefitsVegetarian Thanksgiving: 4 mains that taste better than the Turkey10 dhaba-style Paneer dishes to try at home this weekendRekha to Kriti Sanon: Trending celebrity style highlights of the dayFrom Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ to Salman Khan’s ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’: A look at classic Bollywood films through the modern lensWhy Sadhguru recommends having Beetroot and Cardamom Soup during winter evenings123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBest Rockstar Games to Play for GTA 6Savannah JamesWayne GretzkysTrevon DiggsDelhi School Suicide CaseKolkata EarthquakeCandace OwensGavin BrindleySophie CunninghamMLB Trade Rumors

MUMBAI: Fraud and waste continue to drag India’s health-insurance system, with Rs 8,000–10,000 crore leaking from claim payouts each year, says a Boston Consulting Group–Medi Assist report. Fraud and unnecessary claims inflate premiums, strain insurer finances and drain public funds. Weak data systems and loose checks also push patients into higher out-of-pocket spends.The analysis shows…

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