Dr. Bhaskar Das, a significant force in India's media and advertising sectors, passed away, leaving a lasting legacy. His transformative work at The Times of India Group, Zee Media, and Republic Media showcased his visionary leadership. His lectures at top institutions and his contributions to The Advertising Club of India are fondly remembered. Rest in peace, Bhaskar Da.

Dr Bhaskar Das, a distinguished academic at MICA, was known for his dynamic approach and openness to contrarian views. With an extensive career in media, he valued knowledge over mere information and insisted on adapting to evolving media landscapes. His legacy includes impactful mentorship and a relentless pursuit of knowledge, reflected in his three PhDs.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal criticized BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla for allegedly abusing AAP MLA Rituraj Jha during a live show. They condemned the remarks as reflective of BJP's narrow thinking toward Purvanchalis. BJP's Manoj Tiwari also urged Poonawalla to apologize.

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Bhaskar Das, a media veteran with a distinguished 40-year career, has passed away from cancer. Notable for his 32-year tenure at BCCL, he held leadership roles including President and Board Member. He significantly contributed to BCCL’s growth, Republic TV and Zee Media. He was also involved in academia as a mentor at MICA, inspiring many in media and entertainment.

The media and entertainment industry mourns the loss of Bhaskar Das, remembered for his adaptability, leadership, and passion for learning. His legacy as a visionary leader and mentor, with deep insights and a consultative approach, leaves a lasting impact on many professionals. Bhaskar's energy and humility were remarkable.

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According to the newspaper, Benjamin Netanyahu «has been informed of the agreement, and instructed to convene the political-security cabinet, followed by a government meeting to approve the plan»

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Bangladesh is awaiting India's response regarding the appointment of a new high commissioner to India, with a typical timeframe of three to four months. The Bangladeshi foreign ministry has no information on former PM Sheikh Hasina's citizenship status in India. Reports on bilateral agreements have been made public.

Rahul Gandhi visited patients at AIIMS Delhi, on Wednesday, listening to their problems and promising support. Struggling with long waits and government insensitivity, patients endure hardships, including improper treatment. Among them, a blood cancer patient’s family received a cash support commitment. Gandhi highlighted the Congress party's resilience and ideological fight against BJP and RSS.

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