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Chhattisgarh High Court: I am a tribal man, can I seek mutual divorce from my SC wife? Chhattisgarh high court says yes — here’s why

Chhattisgarh High Court: I am a tribal man, can I seek mutual divorce from my SC wife? Chhattisgarh high court says yes — here’s why

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AI Image Used For Representational Purpose Only The Chhattisgarh high court has set aside a Family Court order that rejected a mutual-consent divorce petition solely because the husband is a member of a Scheduled Tribe, holding that the exclusion in Section 2(2) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 is protective in nature and cannot be…

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US-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Israel, US target military academy in Tehran; Iran says ‘new weapons’ on the way

US-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Israel, US target military academy in Tehran; Iran says ‘new weapons’ on the way

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A group of 43 Ugandan students have spoken of their trauma after fleeing the US and Israeli bombing campaign in Iran and returning to Uganda on Thursday.“I am lost for words,” said Sharon Twiine, 29, who had been studying international relations at Ahlul Bayt International University in Tehran when the war broke out. The Ugandan…

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NEW DELHI: A day after the world marked World Obesity Day, a new international study has sounded a stark warning: metabolic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol are rising rapidly across the Asia-Pacific region, placing countries like India among the hardest hit.The research, published in the journal Metabolism, analysed data from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2023 study to track the health impact of key metabolic disorders over three decades and forecast trends until 2030.The analysis shows that high blood pressure currently contributes the largest disease burden in the region, responsible for about 138 million years of healthy life lost and more than 6.2 million deaths in 2023 alone.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: ‘Indian navy’s guest struck without warning’: Iran slams US after torpedo sinks warship IRIS Dena’Expect painful blows’: Iran hints at ‘unseen’ weapons as war enters 7th day; US-Israel intensifies strikes — key pointsUS gives India 30-day waiver to purchase Russian oil amid Middle East crisisObesity is emerging as another major driver. High body mass index was linked to around 55 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) and about 1.3 million deaths across the Asia-Pacific region last year.At the same time, the diabetes epidemic continues to deepen. Researchers estimate that around 310 million people in the region now live with type-2 diabetes, resulting in about 49 million years of healthy life lost and more than 1.1 million deaths.India, along with China and Indonesia, carries one of the largest shares of this burden, reflecting the combined impact of large populations, urbanisation, sedentary lifestyles and rising obesity.Co-author Dr Anoop Misra of Fortis Hospital said India carries one of the largest metabolic disease burdens in the region. “Our analysis based on the latest GBD 2023 data shows that in 2023 alone, type-2 diabetes in India accounted for over 21 million disability-adjusted life years and nearly 5.8 lakh deaths,” he said.Dr Misra noted that metabolic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, abnormal cholesterol and fatty liver disease are closely interconnected, largely driven by unhealthy diets and low physical activity. “These disorders can eventually lead to serious complications including heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, cirrhosis and several cancers,” he added.The study shows that the burden of these metabolic conditions has grown sharply over the past three decades, increasing between 1.7 and nearly four times since 1990 across different diseases.Scientists warn that metabolic disorders rarely occur in isolation. Obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol frequently reinforce each other, significantly raising the risk of cardiovascular diseases and premature deaths.The trend is unlikely to reverse soon. Most metabolic risks are projected to continue rising across the region until at least 2030, prompting experts to call for stronger prevention strategies focusing on healthier diets, increased physical activity and weight control.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Oceans Back As Centre Of…’: Rajnath Singh Flags New Maritime Power Race, Flags Oil Supply ConcernIndia Knows ‘Who Does What’ In The Indian Ocean, So Why Is It Silent On IRIS Dena Sinking? ExplainedIAF Loses Two More Pilots To Sukhoi 30MKI Fighter Jet Crash In Assam During Training MissionUS Allows India To Buy Russian Oil As Allies Offer Gas Supplies Amid Iran War And Hormuz TensionsIndia Condoles Khameini’s Death, Jaishankar Speaks To Iranian FM; ‘Iran War God’s Plan’: US MilitaryNitish Kumar Files RS Nomination, Vows Support to New State GovernmentCV Ananda Bose Resigns As Bengal Governor, TN Guv RN Ravi To Replace Him; Mamata Attacks Amit Shah’Undeniable’: US Deputy Secretary Landau Hails India’s Rise As Key To The 21st CenturyJaishankar Dials Iran FM Araghchi After India Condoles Khamenei’s Death In US-Israeli StrikesIran Conflict Presents ‘Huge Opportunity’ For India To Become Clean Energy Exporter: Amitabh Kant123PhotostoriesNosy Nancy to Dictator Donna: The ultimate guide to handling your mother-in-lawJaggery adulterated with washing powder or baking soda: FSSAI’s simple home tests to help protect from side effects5 timeless love poems by late Harivansh Rai Bachchan that capture the beauty of true loveSara Tendulkar’s favorite protein- and fiber-rich meal choices, which are very easy to add to your routineShark Tank India’s Ashneer Grover shares a glimpse of his relaxing vacation with his wife Madhuri in Jaipur; take a lookTop 7 tallest buildings in Chicago and what makes them uniqueBaby names for boys born on Friday6 oat and egg dishes for breakfast for complete nutrition7 low-maintenance plants you can grow in waterBrad Pitt’s most iconic on-screen looks that continue to lend fashion goals123Hot PicksChina Military BudgetIran Mobile Missile LauncersMiddle East CrisisNitish KumarIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingAP SSC Hall TicketsBreanna StewartFortnite v39 51 Update Release timeDak Prescotts ContractBengaluru Flight CancellationsNepal ElectionsMiddle East CrisisKarnataka BudgetNitish KumarTrump assassination plot

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NEW DELHI: A day after the world marked World Obesity Day, a new international study has sounded a stark warning: metabolic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol are rising rapidly across the Asia-Pacific region, placing countries like India among the hardest hit.The research, published in the journal Metabolism, analysed data from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2023 study to track the health impact of key metabolic disorders over three decades and forecast trends until 2030.The analysis shows that high blood pressure currently contributes the largest disease burden in the region, responsible for about 138 million years of healthy life lost and more than 6.2 million deaths in 2023 alone.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: ‘Indian navy’s guest struck without warning’: Iran slams US after torpedo sinks warship IRIS Dena’Expect painful blows’: Iran hints at ‘unseen’ weapons as war enters 7th day; US-Israel intensifies strikes — key pointsUS gives India 30-day waiver to purchase Russian oil amid Middle East crisisObesity is emerging as another major driver. High body mass index was linked to around 55 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) and about 1.3 million deaths across the Asia-Pacific region last year.At the same time, the diabetes epidemic continues to deepen. Researchers estimate that around 310 million people in the region now live with type-2 diabetes, resulting in about 49 million years of healthy life lost and more than 1.1 million deaths.India, along with China and Indonesia, carries one of the largest shares of this burden, reflecting the combined impact of large populations, urbanisation, sedentary lifestyles and rising obesity.Co-author Dr Anoop Misra of Fortis Hospital said India carries one of the largest metabolic disease burdens in the region. “Our analysis based on the latest GBD 2023 data shows that in 2023 alone, type-2 diabetes in India accounted for over 21 million disability-adjusted life years and nearly 5.8 lakh deaths,” he said.Dr Misra noted that metabolic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, abnormal cholesterol and fatty liver disease are closely interconnected, largely driven by unhealthy diets and low physical activity. “These disorders can eventually lead to serious complications including heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, cirrhosis and several cancers,” he added.The study shows that the burden of these metabolic conditions has grown sharply over the past three decades, increasing between 1.7 and nearly four times since 1990 across different diseases.Scientists warn that metabolic disorders rarely occur in isolation. Obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol frequently reinforce each other, significantly raising the risk of cardiovascular diseases and premature deaths.The trend is unlikely to reverse soon. Most metabolic risks are projected to continue rising across the region until at least 2030, prompting experts to call for stronger prevention strategies focusing on healthier diets, increased physical activity and weight control.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Oceans Back As Centre Of…’: Rajnath Singh Flags New Maritime Power Race, Flags Oil Supply ConcernIndia Knows ‘Who Does What’ In The Indian Ocean, So Why Is It Silent On IRIS Dena Sinking? ExplainedIAF Loses Two More Pilots To Sukhoi 30MKI Fighter Jet Crash In Assam During Training MissionUS Allows India To Buy Russian Oil As Allies Offer Gas Supplies Amid Iran War And Hormuz TensionsIndia Condoles Khameini’s Death, Jaishankar Speaks To Iranian FM; ‘Iran War God’s Plan’: US MilitaryNitish Kumar Files RS Nomination, Vows Support to New State GovernmentCV Ananda Bose Resigns As Bengal Governor, TN Guv RN Ravi To Replace Him; Mamata Attacks Amit Shah’Undeniable’: US Deputy Secretary Landau Hails India’s Rise As Key To The 21st CenturyJaishankar Dials Iran FM Araghchi After India Condoles Khamenei’s Death In US-Israeli StrikesIran Conflict Presents ‘Huge Opportunity’ For India To Become Clean Energy Exporter: Amitabh Kant123PhotostoriesNosy Nancy to Dictator Donna: The ultimate guide to handling your mother-in-lawJaggery adulterated with washing powder or baking soda: FSSAI’s simple home tests to help protect from side effects5 timeless love poems by late Harivansh Rai Bachchan that capture the beauty of true loveSara Tendulkar’s favorite protein- and fiber-rich meal choices, which are very easy to add to your routineShark Tank India’s Ashneer Grover shares a glimpse of his relaxing vacation with his wife Madhuri in Jaipur; take a lookTop 7 tallest buildings in Chicago and what makes them uniqueBaby names for boys born on Friday6 oat and egg dishes for breakfast for complete nutrition7 low-maintenance plants you can grow in waterBrad Pitt’s most iconic on-screen looks that continue to lend fashion goals123Hot PicksChina Military BudgetIran Mobile Missile LauncersMiddle East CrisisNitish KumarIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingAP SSC Hall TicketsBreanna StewartFortnite v39 51 Update Release timeDak Prescotts ContractBengaluru Flight CancellationsNepal ElectionsMiddle East CrisisKarnataka BudgetNitish KumarTrump assassination plot

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NEW DELHI: A day after the world marked World Obesity Day, a new international study has sounded a stark warning: metabolic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol are rising rapidly across the Asia-Pacific region, placing countries like India among the hardest hit.The research, published in the journal Metabolism, analysed data from…

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‘Ball was chasing me’: Axar Patel picks tougher of his two ‘out of this world’ catches — Watch & choose yours

‘Ball was chasing me’: Axar Patel picks tougher of his two ‘out of this world’ catches — Watch & choose yours

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Axar Patel dives to take the catch of England’s captain Harry Brook. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: India vice-captain Axar Patel produced two extraordinary moments in the field that turned the tide in India’s thrilling semifinal victory over England at the Wankhede Stadium, and the all-rounder later revealed which of the two catches he believes was…

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Middle East flight update amid Iran war: Emirates, Etihad resume limited services; IndiGo, Air India add extra flights

Middle East flight update amid Iran war: Emirates, Etihad resume limited services; IndiGo, Air India add extra flights

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Air travel across the Middle East and the Gulf region has been severely disrupted as airlines cancel thousands of flights amid the escalating West Asia conflict.The crisis has forced carriers worldwide to suspend routes, reroute aircraft and revise schedules, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. Middle East crisis Hits Aviation: 1,500 Flights Scrapped As Air India…

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Sainik School e-counselling merit list 2026: Candidates shortlisted for medical examination

Sainik School e-counselling merit list 2026: Candidates shortlisted for medical examination

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AISSEE 2026: AISSAC shortlists candidates for Sainik School medical examination round Sainik School e-counselling merit list 2026: The Sainik School Society has issued the list of candidates shortlisted for the medical examination stage under the Sainik School e-counselling process for admission through AISSEE-2026. The selection has been carried out through the AISSAC portal, which manages…

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‘Come of age’: Ravi Shastri hails Sanju Samson, backs Abhishek Sharma ahead of T20 World Cup final

‘Come of age’: Ravi Shastri hails Sanju Samson, backs Abhishek Sharma ahead of T20 World Cup final

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Sanju Samson, right, and Abhishek Sharma (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes Sanju Samson has finally “come of age” in the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, praising the wicketkeeper-batter’s improved mental strength, consistency and smarter shot selection after a string of match-winning performances.Go Beyond The Boundary with our…

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Pakistan left with 26 days of fuel, may impose work-from-home as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens

Pakistan left with 26 days of fuel, may impose work-from-home as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens

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Pakistan is set to take a series of major measures to keep fuel supplies stable as trade slows following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.The federal cabinet’s Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) will review proposals including weekly petroleum price revisions, compensating oil companies for higher insurance and import costs, and fuel conservation measures such as…

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JKBOSE revises Class 11 and 12 syllabus for selected subjects, retains Classes 9 and 10 courses

JKBOSE revises Class 11 and 12 syllabus for selected subjects, retains Classes 9 and 10 courses

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JKBOSE updates Punjabi, Physical Education, Education, Environmental Science syllabus for Class 11 and 12 examinations. (PTI Photo) The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has issued a notification outlining revisions in the syllabus for selected subjects in Classes 11 and 12 for the upcoming academic session. The board clarified that the syllabus for…

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Emma Watson’s net worth 2026: How ‘Harry Potter’s’ Hermione Granger built her USD 85 million magic

Emma Watson’s net worth 2026: How ‘Harry Potter’s’ Hermione Granger built her USD 85 million magic

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By March 2026, Emma Watson, famously known for her role as Hermione Granger in the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise, has built an astounding net worth of USD 85 million. Her earnings from the franchise soared, particularly with ‘Deathly Hallows,’ which contributed a remarkable USD 30 million to her wealth. The witty, smart and elegant Hermione Granger;…

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Word of the Day: Fastidious |

Word of the Day: Fastidious |

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Word of the Day: Fastidious (Image source: AI-generated) Have you ever met someone who notices the smallest mistakes that most people miss? It could be a crooked picture on the wall, a spelling mistake in a document, or a slightly disorganised desk that immediately catches their attention. While most people may overlook these things, these…

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‘Exploitation’: Rahul Gandhi takes ‘compromised individual’ dig at Centre after US waiver on Russian oil

‘Exploitation’: Rahul Gandhi takes ‘compromised individual’ dig at Centre after US waiver on Russian oil

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Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday slammed PM Narendra Modi-led government over its foreign policy in the backdrop of the recent waiver issued by the United States for India allowing New Delhi to buy Russian oil, alleging that it was the result of the “exploitation of a compromised individual.”Taking his criticism to…

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‘Khamenei’s son is a lightweight’: Trump shares Iran war update, insists US should have role in choosing next leader

‘Khamenei’s son is a lightweight’: Trump shares Iran war update, insists US should have role in choosing next leader

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US President Donald Trump US President Donald Trump said he wants Washington to play a role in selecting Iran’s next leader after the death of the country’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while dismissing the possibility of Khamenei’s son succeeding him.His remarks come as tensions in West Asia continue to escalate following a joint US-Israel…

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Yuka Okuda, a Rabindrasangeet performer, delivers a talk on Ray’s ‘Charulata’. All seats look taken in a mediumsized Tokyo theatre on an Aug evening in the Japanese summer. The audience listens rapt to a woman sitting on stage, framed by the movie screen behind her. Clearly, it’s not just another screening, but then, neither can the topic be called usual for this part of the world. For the woman on stage is discussing Rabindrasangeet, and the context is ‘Charulata’, maestro and auteur Satyajit Ray’s 1964 masterpiece, one of the seven films that were shown last year in Japan as part of a retrospective of his works.The lineup — featuring ‘Jalsaghar’ (1958), ‘Mahanagar’ (1963), ‘Charulata’ (1964), ‘Kapurush’, ‘Mahapurush’ (both 1965), ‘Nayak’ (1966), and ‘Jai Baba Felunath (1979) — earning their first theatrical release in Japan, spans a two-decade arc of some of Ray’s most memorable films. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: ‘Indian navy’s guest struck without warning’: Iran slams US after torpedo sinks warship IRIS Dena’Will bitterly regret’: Iran warns US after IRIS Dena, ‘Indian Navy’s guest’, sunk by torpedo’Could be targeted’: Second Iranian warship heads towards Sri Lanka a day after US submarine attackThe films were also made available on VOD and home video with Japanese subtitles. The demand has grown to the point that these films are set for a Blu-ray release in March.To Sandip Ray, filmmaker and Ray’s son, however, none of this is surprising. After all, it was the Japanese film great Akira Kurosawa who’d said, “Not to have seen the cinema of Satyajit Ray means existing in the world without seeing the sun or the moon.” Sitting in his Lake Temple Road residence in Kolkata, he recalled the role of a Japanese distributor, Toho-Towa Co. Ltd, founded in 1928 by film pioneer Nagamasa Kawakita, and said Kawakita’s wife, Kashiko Kawakita, was a Ray admirer. “She was very close to our family and a die-hard Satyajit follower right from the start,” he said. When Ray first visited Japan, it was Kashiko who arranged a meeting between Ray and Kurosawa in 1966. “I think till the 80s, they distributed all of Baba’s films in Japan. The films must have done good business. Otherwise, why would she ask about new films every year?” said Sandip Ray.The seven restored titles began their theatrical run on July 25 at Le Cinema Bunkamura in Tokyo. The retrospective was to run for three weeks, but a further week was added due to the demand. “The films were not only screened in Tokyo, but in cities like Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto, etc, covering 15-20 cinemas nationwide,” said Varsha Bansal, who helmed the restorations of the Ray classics produced by her grandfather, RD Bansal.The screenings were paired with discussions and talks. If film researcher and producer Eri Morinaga spoke after ‘Mahanagar’, Asian cinema researcher Tamaki Matsuoka delivered a talk following a screening of ‘Jalsaghar’. Yuka Okuda, a Rabindrasangeet performer and Bengali language instructor, led a session after a ‘Charulata’ screening. “I offered some reflections on the impact of the Rabindrasangeet in the film… Some in the audience said they wanted to watch the film again. It made us realise all the more that Ray’s cinema is a deeply layered and magnificent creation,” Okuda told TOI .About the AuthorPriyanka DasguptaPriyanka Dasgupta is the features editor of TOI Kolkata. She has over 20 years of experience in covering entertainment, art and culture. She describes herself as sensitive yet hard-hitting, objective yet passionate. Her hobbies include watching cinema, listening to music, travelling, archiving and gardening.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Condoles Khameini’s Death, Jaishankar Speaks To Iranian FM; ‘Iran War God’s Plan’: US MilitaryNitish Kumar Files RS Nomination, Vows Support to New State GovernmentCV Ananda Bose Resigns As Bengal Governor, TN Guv RN Ravi To Replace Him; Mamata Attacks Amit Shah’Undeniable’: US Deputy Secretary Landau Hails India’s Rise As Key To The 21st CenturyJaishankar Dials Iran FM Araghchi After India Condoles Khamenei’s Death In US-Israeli StrikesIran Conflict Presents ‘Huge Opportunity’ For India To Become Clean Energy Exporter: Amitabh KantIndian YouTuber Nancy Grewal Killed In Canada Stabbing, Questions Rise Over Motive Behind Attack’Conflict In Backyard’: Rahul Gandhi Targets PM Modi On Iran Warship, Govt Denies Responsibility’India Deserves UN Security Council Seat’, Says Finland President Alexander Stubb In Strong Support‘Maha Strategy Repeated’: Opposition Hits Out at BJP After Nitish RS Move123PhotostoriesBrad Pitt’s most iconic on-screen looks that continue to lend fashion goalsCould you be low on magnesium? Common warning signs to know, according to doctorsJanhvi Kapoor birthday special: From ‘Homebound’, ‘Mili’ to ‘Gunjan Saxena’, best performances to watch on OTTHow to make Kolhapuri Egg Curry for lunch at home5 common mistakes to avoid while making restaurant-style Naan at homeMark Zuckerberg buys 0 million mansion in Miami: A look into a tech billionaire’s ultra-luxury abodeIce Apple: One of India’s summer favourite fruits and 5 must-try refreshing ‘tadgola’ recipes for scorching heatFoods richer in potassium than bananas: Doctor reveals 6 heart-healthy options that can help support blood pressure naturallyBigg Boss Malayalam contestants who split with their partners after the show7 ways to extend your car’s engine life123Hot PicksChina Military BudgetIran Mobile Missile LauncersMiddle East CrisisNitish KumarIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingAP SSC Hall TicketsBreanna StewartFortnite v39 51 Update Release timeDak Prescotts ContractBengaluru Cab Driver TheftNancy GrewalMiddle East CrisisTelangana High CourtUS SubmarineTrump assassination plot

Yuka Okuda, a Rabindrasangeet performer, delivers a talk on Ray’s ‘Charulata’. All seats look taken in a mediumsized Tokyo theatre on an Aug evening in the Japanese summer. The audience listens rapt to a woman sitting on stage, framed by the movie screen behind her. Clearly, it’s not just another screening, but then, neither can the topic be called usual for this part of the world. For the woman on stage is discussing Rabindrasangeet, and the context is ‘Charulata’, maestro and auteur Satyajit Ray’s 1964 masterpiece, one of the seven films that were shown last year in Japan as part of a retrospective of his works.The lineup — featuring ‘Jalsaghar’ (1958), ‘Mahanagar’ (1963), ‘Charulata’ (1964), ‘Kapurush’, ‘Mahapurush’ (both 1965), ‘Nayak’ (1966), and ‘Jai Baba Felunath (1979) — earning their first theatrical release in Japan, spans a two-decade arc of some of Ray’s most memorable films. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: ‘Indian navy’s guest struck without warning’: Iran slams US after torpedo sinks warship IRIS Dena’Will bitterly regret’: Iran warns US after IRIS Dena, ‘Indian Navy’s guest’, sunk by torpedo’Could be targeted’: Second Iranian warship heads towards Sri Lanka a day after US submarine attackThe films were also made available on VOD and home video with Japanese subtitles. The demand has grown to the point that these films are set for a Blu-ray release in March.To Sandip Ray, filmmaker and Ray’s son, however, none of this is surprising. After all, it was the Japanese film great Akira Kurosawa who’d said, “Not to have seen the cinema of Satyajit Ray means existing in the world without seeing the sun or the moon.” Sitting in his Lake Temple Road residence in Kolkata, he recalled the role of a Japanese distributor, Toho-Towa Co. Ltd, founded in 1928 by film pioneer Nagamasa Kawakita, and said Kawakita’s wife, Kashiko Kawakita, was a Ray admirer. “She was very close to our family and a die-hard Satyajit follower right from the start,” he said. When Ray first visited Japan, it was Kashiko who arranged a meeting between Ray and Kurosawa in 1966. “I think till the 80s, they distributed all of Baba’s films in Japan. The films must have done good business. Otherwise, why would she ask about new films every year?” said Sandip Ray.The seven restored titles began their theatrical run on July 25 at Le Cinema Bunkamura in Tokyo. The retrospective was to run for three weeks, but a further week was added due to the demand. “The films were not only screened in Tokyo, but in cities like Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto, etc, covering 15-20 cinemas nationwide,” said Varsha Bansal, who helmed the restorations of the Ray classics produced by her grandfather, RD Bansal.The screenings were paired with discussions and talks. If film researcher and producer Eri Morinaga spoke after ‘Mahanagar’, Asian cinema researcher Tamaki Matsuoka delivered a talk following a screening of ‘Jalsaghar’. Yuka Okuda, a Rabindrasangeet performer and Bengali language instructor, led a session after a ‘Charulata’ screening. “I offered some reflections on the impact of the Rabindrasangeet in the film… Some in the audience said they wanted to watch the film again. It made us realise all the more that Ray’s cinema is a deeply layered and magnificent creation,” Okuda told TOI .About the AuthorPriyanka DasguptaPriyanka Dasgupta is the features editor of TOI Kolkata. She has over 20 years of experience in covering entertainment, art and culture. She describes herself as sensitive yet hard-hitting, objective yet passionate. Her hobbies include watching cinema, listening to music, travelling, archiving and gardening.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Condoles Khameini’s Death, Jaishankar Speaks To Iranian FM; ‘Iran War God’s Plan’: US MilitaryNitish Kumar Files RS Nomination, Vows Support to New State GovernmentCV Ananda Bose Resigns As Bengal Governor, TN Guv RN Ravi To Replace Him; Mamata Attacks Amit Shah’Undeniable’: US Deputy Secretary Landau Hails India’s Rise As Key To The 21st CenturyJaishankar Dials Iran FM Araghchi After India Condoles Khamenei’s Death In US-Israeli StrikesIran Conflict Presents ‘Huge Opportunity’ For India To Become Clean Energy Exporter: Amitabh KantIndian YouTuber Nancy Grewal Killed In Canada Stabbing, Questions Rise Over Motive Behind Attack’Conflict In Backyard’: Rahul Gandhi Targets PM Modi On Iran Warship, Govt Denies Responsibility’India Deserves UN Security Council Seat’, Says Finland President Alexander Stubb In Strong Support‘Maha Strategy Repeated’: Opposition Hits Out at BJP After Nitish RS Move123PhotostoriesBrad Pitt’s most iconic on-screen looks that continue to lend fashion goalsCould you be low on magnesium? Common warning signs to know, according to doctorsJanhvi Kapoor birthday special: From ‘Homebound’, ‘Mili’ to ‘Gunjan Saxena’, best performances to watch on OTTHow to make Kolhapuri Egg Curry for lunch at home5 common mistakes to avoid while making restaurant-style Naan at homeMark Zuckerberg buys $170 million mansion in Miami: A look into a tech billionaire’s ultra-luxury abodeIce Apple: One of India’s summer favourite fruits and 5 must-try refreshing ‘tadgola’ recipes for scorching heatFoods richer in potassium than bananas: Doctor reveals 6 heart-healthy options that can help support blood pressure naturallyBigg Boss Malayalam contestants who split with their partners after the show7 ways to extend your car’s engine life123Hot PicksChina Military BudgetIran Mobile Missile LauncersMiddle East CrisisNitish KumarIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingAP SSC Hall TicketsBreanna StewartFortnite v39 51 Update Release timeDak Prescotts ContractBengaluru Cab Driver TheftNancy GrewalMiddle East CrisisTelangana High CourtUS SubmarineTrump assassination plot

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Yuka Okuda, a Rabindrasangeet performer, delivers a talk on Ray’s ‘Charulata’. All seats look taken in a mediumsized Tokyo theatre on an Aug evening in the Japanese summer. The audience listens rapt to a woman sitting on stage, framed by the movie screen behind her. Clearly, it’s not just another screening, but then, neither can…

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