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Afroz Fatta on startup profitability and sustainable growth in India. Entrepreneur Afroz Fatta highlights why Indian startups should balance growth with profitability, strong governance, and financial discipline. As investor expectations evolve, sustainable business models are becoming essential for long-term success and resilience. Read More : https://www.mid-day.com/buzz/article/indian-startups-must-focus-on-profitability-alongside-growth-says-entrepreneur-afroz-fatta-10186#google_vignette 

The recently released film Satluj , starring Diljit Dosanjh, has been taken down from the ZEE5 streaming platform just days after its premiere, with sources indicating that certain portions of the movie raised concerns about potential misuse by anti-India elements. The film, originally titled Punjab 95 , debuted on ZEE5 on July 3 after facing years of delays and controversies surrounding its release. However, following a review, the platform withdrew the movie from its catalogue in India. According to sources, the film had previously sought clearance for a theatrical release but was unable to obtain approval in its existing form. Concerns were reportedly raised over specific scenes and content that authorities believed could be sensitive or open to misinterpretation. While OTT platforms are not required to obtain certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), digital content is governed by self-regulatory mechanisms and government guidelines for sensitive material. ...

 The Indian government strongly criticised Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif after he questioned the honour recently awarded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi by Seychelles. Government sources dismissed Asif's remarks and accused him of making uninformed statements regarding matters beyond his understanding. According to sources, the comments made by the Pakistani minister reflected a lack of awareness about the significance of the award and the circumstances under which it was conferred. They also alleged that Asif frequently makes controversial remarks on international issues. The reaction came after Asif raised questions about the "Guardian of the Blue Horizon" Presidential Distinction awarded to Prime Minister Modi during his visit to Seychelles last month. Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif raised questions over the "Guardian of the Blue Horizon" honour awarded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi by Seychelles. The honour, introduced under Seychelles...

Traffic on the Pune-to-Mumbai lane of the recently inaugurated Missing Link section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway was diverted on Monday after heavy monsoon rains triggered a landslide near Tunnel 2, authorities said. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) implemented the diversion from 4 a.m. as a safety precaution. Officials stated that continuous rainfall had weakened the surrounding terrain, leading to debris movement near the tunnel exit. The agency is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with the Highway Traffic Police. The incident has disrupted traffic movement along the Khandala Ghat stretch, where waterlogging and the landslide have caused significant delays. Vehicles travelling toward Mumbai have been redirected through Lonavala, resulting in severe congestion on alternate routes. Officials are closely monitoring the situation in coordination with the Highway Traffic Police. Several commuters reported being stranded for hours after the diversi...