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Rohan Bopanna’s victory makes his wife emotional

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Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna scripted history by becoming the oldest major winner at the age of 43. In fact, he was on the verge of giving up on tennis a few years ago. So, it turned out to be an emotional win not only for him but for his family as well.

Just as Bopanna and his partner Matthew Ebden were celebrating their victory in the finals of the Australian Open men’s doubles, the cameraman found Bopanna’s wife Supriya Annaiah in tears. Bopanna later walked up to his box that was occupied by his wife, daughter Tridha, in-laws and coach Scott Daviddoff.
While speaking at the presentation, Bopanna recalled his decision to retire a few years ago because of a winless streak of over five months. He thanked his wife Supriya and daughter Tridha for all their love and support. He stated that it was perseverance which kept him going.

Magical Barbie Brunch at Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield

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Get ready to step into the enchanting world of Barbie at Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield’s exclusive Kid’s Special Barbie Brunch, marking the first inaugural celebration of the Year for Children.

An exquisite affair meticulously designed for you and your young ones, this brunch promises a delightful fusion of thrilling games, delectable delicacies, and vibrant live counters tailored just for all the young Kens and Barbies!

The menu will showcase succulent BBQ carvings, including tantalizing Lamb Chops, Tiger Prawns, uniquely designed Pink Burgers and much more!

For all those craving something sweet, we have a whole range of exciting treats including Strawberry Swiss Rolls, Candy Floss, a Chocolate Fountain to name just a few of the star attractions

So to all the little Barbie Armies, dive into the Dreamy Barbie World at MCafe, where every bite is a celebration and every moment is a memory in the making!

Date: 28th January, 2024

Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Price: For Kids: INR 1299

For Adults: INR 2250

For more information, please call: 9873972639

Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal presents Bun Bliss Festival at Glazed

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Embark on a delightful start to the New Year at Glazed, your favorite patisserie located at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal. From January 13th to 30th, experience the Bun Bliss festival, featuring a diverse range of buns crafted by the culinary team.

Pastry Chef Ashwini has passionately curated an array of handcrafted delights that showcase the culinary finesse at Glazed. Indulge your taste buds in a tantalizing assortment of sweet and savory buns, featuring culinary marvels such as Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Buns, Corn and Spinach Buns from Conti, and the exotic Chicken Ghee Roast Buns, Prawn Ghee Roast Buns, Mutton Arcot Buns, Aloo Masala Buns, Maska Buns, and Tutti Fruity Buns, alongside other timeless desserts.

Gather your friends and family for an exquisite experience, where delectable desserts meet top-notch hospitality, exclusively at Glazed!

For reservations and further details, please contact us at +919606482968.

What: Bun Bliss Festival

Where: Glazed, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal

When: January 13th to January 30th

Price: Starting from INR 249++

Celebrate Love with Frederique Constant’s Exquisite Watches this Valentine’s Day

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Frederique Constant is set to unveil a captivating collection of watches just in time for Valentine’s Day. More than mere accessories, these timepieces serve as expressions of love and appreciation, infused with artistry and innovation. From the delicate charm of the Classic Slimline Ladies Moonphase to the technical brilliance of the Highlife Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Manufacture, each watch becomes a symbol of the special moments shared between loved ones, making Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable.

The Classic Slimline Ladies Moonphase has firmly established itself as Frederique Constant’s flagship creation, epitomizing simplicity, refinement, and affordability. With a focus on broadening the customer base for Swiss-made luxury watches, this collection features timepieces measuring just 30 mm, exuding charm and femininity. It stands as a timeless companion for years to come, symbolizing the brand’s commitment to classic and classy watchmaking for women.

For discerning gentlemen, Frederique Constant presents the exclusive ‘Highlife Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar Manufacture’ variations available in 18-carat rose gold or steel. Encased within a 41 mm case with an integrated strap characteristic of the Highlife collection, these watches organize complications into four segments. The day and date are presented horizontally for easy viewing, while month and leap year indications are combined at the 12 o’clock counter. The tourbillon at 6 o’clock adds a sophisticated touch, counting seconds with a central hand. This collection exemplifies craftsmanship, offering a lively, modern, elegant, and accurate timepiece.

What sets these watches apart is their impeccable design and the hallmark strap seamlessly integrated into the case, allowing for effortless customization. This thoughtful detail ensures that these watches are not just accessories but timeless companions, striking the perfect balance between modernity and tradition.

This Valentine’s Day, let your love be symbolized by the everlasting elegance of Frederique Constant, where each watch becomes a cherished memory, marking the timeless bond shared and the bright moments yet to come. Sweeten your gifting experience with Frederique Constant, where elegance meets emotion, and time becomes a symbol of enduring love.

Rohan Bopanna becomes World No 1 in doubles tennis

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Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna, creates history and has become the oldest player to claim the No1 spot in the men’s doubles rankings at the age of 43. He partnered with Australia’s Matthew Ebden to secure this historic win. The duo defeated Maximo Gonsalez and Andres Molteni from Argentina in straight sets 6-4, 7-6 in the quarter-finals of the 2024 Australian Open.

Photo Credit: Getty Images
Both Bopanna and Ebden displayed teamwork and resilience during the match and they will face the unseeded duo of Tomas Machac and Zhizhen Zhang in the semi-finals.
This achievement of Bopanna, surpasses the earlier record of Mike Bryan who was 41 years old. Bopanna expressed happiness at his achievement and said that it will inspire a lot of people all over the world who are 40 and above.

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom retires

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Mary Kom, a six-time World Champion announced her retirement from boxing due to age restrictions. As per the rules of the International Boxing Association male and female boxers are allowed to fight in elite-level competitions only till the age of 40. Since Mary Kom is now 41 years old, she will have to hang up her boots.

At an event, she admitted that though she still has the spirit to compete, unfortunately due to the age limit, she is unable to compete in any event.
Mary Kom is the first female boxer in history to have won six world titles. She became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the AIBA Women’s World Boxing Championships. She won the World Championship titles in 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010 and later clinched the Olympic gold medal in 2012. In between, she took short breaks to give birth to her 3 children.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participates in Pre-budget halwa ceremony

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It is customary to have an halwa ceremony every year marking the final stage of the preparation process for the interim Union Budget 2024. This traditional ceremony was held at the headquarters of the Union Finance Ministry at North Block in Delhi.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was seen unwrapping a huge iron wok and stirring the halwa before distributing it to the officials of the ministry.
This customary halwa ceremony is performed every year before the ”lock-in” process of budget preparation begins. This lock-in process is observed to maintain the secrecy of the budget and to prevent it from leaking before it is presented in the Parliament.
The halwa is served to all the officials who are directly associated with the budget making process. It is based on Indian tradition of eating something sweet before starting something important.
The interim budget will be presented on February 1.

Celebrate this Republic Day with our love for food as a nation with Chowman

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This 75th Republic Day, Chowman invites you to salute to the nation through our love for food that has always brought us together.

Indulge in a decadent feast of flavours and aroma as we commemorate the true spirit of nationhood with amazing Indi chinese dishes such as Lamb in Oyster Sauce, Hunan Prawns and lush Wok Tossed Hakka Noodles brimmed with assorted veggies paired with Pan fried Chilli Fish

For all the Vegetarians, you can enjoy the Chef’s special Thai Style Meifoon and Stir Fried Four Treasured Mushrooms to name just a few of the dishes!

Lastly, conclude your meal on sweet note with an array of deserts such as Crispy Darsan with Ice Cream because All’s Well That Ends Well!

Book through the Chowman App to avail a joyous offer and Get flat upto 100 off on your bill along with extra INR 74 cashback!

Be it waking up early to watch the parade or celebrating the rich social and cultural heritage of the country, the special bespoke offers are sure to make this national day a jubilant affair!

Price for two: INR 799/- ++ 

Available for Home Delivery across Bengaluru (Chowman App| Swiggy| Zomato)

For more information, please call: 18008902150

House where Jeff Bezos founded Amazon is up for sale

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Jeff Bezos and his ex-wife Mackenzie Scott founded Amazon in a 1,540 square foot home. This home is now put up for sale and offers one lucky buyer to own a piece of internet history. The single story, three bedroom house is located near Seattle.

Bezos and his then- wife began selling books online from the garage in the mid 1990s. The garage only had a computer, some basic office supplies and a desk. Within a few years, it became a choice for online shoppers all over the world. Its current market capitalization is a staggering $1.6 trillion.
The 1,540 square foot house was rebuilt in 2001 and has an asking price of just under $2.3 million. The garage has a recreation of the original ”amazon.com” that Bezos had earlier.

Many Bollywood celebrities attended Ram Mandir inauguration

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The historic event of the inauguration of the Ram Mandir on January 22, 2024 witnessed the presence of many Bollywood celebrities. Couples Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif with Vicky Kaushal graced the occasion.

They agreed to pose for many selfies and images of them posing with bright smiles with fans are circulating on social media.
Many prominent stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, Abhishek Bachchan, Ram Charan, Chiranjeevi, Ayushmann Khurana, Vivek Oberoi, Anupam Kher, Randeep Hooda, Kangana Ranaut, Madhuri Dixit, filmmakers Madhur Bhandarkar, Rajkumar Hirani and Rohit Shetty etc took part in this historic event. They were all dressed in traditional attire -kurta pyjamas and sarees.
Sportspersons like Anil Kumble, Sachin Tendulkar and Saina Nehwal attended the event.

PM Modi inaugurates Ram Mandir in Ayodhya

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the rituals of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22nd. Thousands of people from all walks of life including many celebrities attended the grand event and lakhs of people watched the live telecast of the event on television.


The Rama Lalla idol was unveiled after the hour long rituals took place. Hymns and verses about Lord Ram were chanted in temples across the country.
The ceremony started at around 12.20pm . PM Modi performed the ‘aarti’ of the Ram Lalla idol and also performed ‘parikrama’ of the deity and did ‘dandvat pranam’. The PM got blessings from the sadhus present there.
After the ceremony, he addressed the gathering . He later unveiled a statue of ‘Jatayu’ and showered flower petals on the workers who constructed the Ram temple.

Babies born on Ram Mandir opening day named Ram and Sita

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Many couples in India whose babies were born on the inauguration of Ayodhya’s Ram temple have been named after Lord Ram and Goddess Sita. In fact many couples sought ‘muhurat deliveries’ to coincide with the ‘pran pratishtha’ ceremony in Ayodhya on Monday.


Some people felt that it was an auspicious day and therefore wanted the delivery to be done on the historic day when Lord Ram is back in Ayodhya. A hospital in Karnataka conducted more than 20 deliveries on Monday.
At a hospital in Kanpur, 25 babies were delivered on Monday. Many boys born on Monday were named Ram and girl babies born were named Sita by their parents.
Boy babies were also given other names of Lord Ram like Raghav, Raghavendra, Raghu and Ramendra and girls were named Janaki besides the name of Sita.

Republic Day special – Societe Rangoon, Bangalore

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This Republic Day, embrace flavours that are unique and diverse as our beautiful country

A day to remember our past and celebrate our present with friends and family, the Republic Day is a holiday always spent as a joyous occasion

And on that occasion, the newly launched Burmese restaurant pays homage by introducing dishes that are famous for its distinct Indian style and seasoning

So come experience the amazing Yellow Curry made with mock meat, baby potatoes, spiced with Turmeric and Lemongrass, the Masala Pauk si which are soft steamed buns stuffed with Masala lamb, the Spicy Broad Rice Noodles made with Snap peas, Chilli Pepper and fried Shallots, the Classic Burmese Fried Rice, Squid Balachaung, to reveal just a few

There is an amazing menu waiting to be discovered and dishes waiting to be savoured

For reservations call 080-22273820

Price for two would be INR 1700/-

JUGNI, Kitchen & Bar, where Authenticity Meets Modernity

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Nestled in the lively heart of Koramangala, Bengaluru welcomes JUGNI, Kitchen & Bar – a vibrant celebration of unapologetically Indian cuisine, with a refreshing perspective on Indian culinary traditions and offering a light-hearted ambiance that warmly welcomes individuals of all age groups.

Tresshe brainchild of Farheen Quadri, the menu is a carefully curated culinary odyssey, drawing inspiration from diverse gastronomic traditions across the country and seamlessly blending familiar and nostalgic Indian recipes into a harmonious fusion.

Each dish here weaves a story, be it the Chef’s special Champaran Mutton (mutton cooked overnight in a clap pot served with whole garlic & sukhi roti), Mutton Galauti –  a nod to the royal kitchens of Awadh, Madras Beach Nethli Fry – a culinary representation of coastal life, the Bhopali Hunter Style Gurda Kalegi (inspired by the nomadic ancestors, or the Murgh Bhagauna, where the smokey allure of tandoor meets the luxurious touch of cream to unfold culinary alchemy.

Love and care is infused into not only the signature dishes but the rest of the menu as well which includes – Lavish Main Course with hearty favorites like Chicken Korma, Calcutta style Chicken Chaap, Railway style Egg curry;   Small Plates showcasing delicacies like Fish Koli Vada, Mutton Sukkha, Prawn Chettinad Varuval & more; Melt in the mouth Kebabs, Sheekhs & Tikkas;  Assorted Kulchas in interesting combinations like Parmesan & Peas to Chicken Tikka & Blue Cheese; Accompaniments like Burhani Raita, Bukhare Chutney, which elevates the dish.

The cocktail program features a selection of inventive cocktails alongside reimagined classics and includes Selections a tapas-style bar menu featuring preparations like Bhavnagar Chilli, Gosht Achaar, Kundapur Prawn Roast, Chuda Ghugni Box, and more flavorful delights

Showcasing the rich tapestry of Indian cuisine, combined with a modern touch, the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at Jugni envelops you, ensuring that each visit becomes a delightful journey etched into your fondest recollections.

Jugni is located at 52, 5th cross, 60 ft road, 6th block, Koramangala, Bengaluru 560095. Timing: 12.30pm to 11.30pm. Contact Information + 91 89712 63741.  @jugni.blr

‘Ginstastic Thursdays’ at Echo Lounge Bar Aloft Bengaluru Outer Ring Road

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Echo Lounge Bar at Aloft Outer Ring Road is thrilled to kick off the New Year with an exclusive ‘Gintastic Day’ every Thursday. Echo welcomes everyone to explore a myriad of gin mixes, setting the stage for an amazing start to the New year.

Gin connoisseurs and newbies alike are invited to savor an exquisite selection of gin cocktails skillfully curated by our expert mixologists from 52 gin brands. Embark on a sensory journey at Echo, where cocktails are crafted as liquid poetry, bites sing with gourmet finesse, and the rooftop whispers sophistication. Experience a symphony of indulgence, where every frame echoes the essence of Echo’s vibrant and refined ambiance.

‘Gintastic Thursdays’ promise a lively atmosphere with live music and delicious food pairings, in addition to a celebration of creative gin concoctions.

Join in at Echo Lounge Bar, Aloft Bengaluru Outer Ring Road, where unmatched craftsmanship and festive spirit collide.

What: Gintastic Thursdays

Where: At Echo Lounge bar, Aloft Bengaluru Outer Ring Road

When: Every Thursday

Timings: 5 pm to 12.30 am

Service: Ala carte

Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik gets married for the third time

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Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik got married to Pakistani actress Sana Javed on January 20th. This is his third marriage. He was earlier married to Ayesha Siddiqui, then to tennis star Sania Mirza. He shared pictures of the wedding ceremony on social media and it came as a shock to many of his fans.


For Sana Javed, this is the second marriage. She was earlier married to singer Umair Jaswal. She appears in Urdu television and made her debut in 2012. She has acted in many serials. Sana has updated her profile name on Instagram to Sana Shoaib Malik immediately after the marriage.
Shoaib married Sania Mirza on April 12th 2010 and they have a son named Izhaan who was born in 2018.They lived in Dubai and a lot of rumours about their separation have been doing the rounds on social media.

Smoking Hot 🔥 Raashii Khanna

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Check out the latest photoshoot pictures of Actress Raashii Khanna