Bollywood Actor Saif Ali Khan’s health insurance claim just did what Bollywood does best — drama, suspense, and a big twist! The actor claimed ₹35.95 lakh for his medical treatment, but his insurer, Niva Bupa, approved only ₹25 lakh. The final hospital bill? ₹26 lakh. Netizens saw the script unfolding and went full masala mode, slamming insurers for their “celebs vs common man” disparity.

While Saif’s claim mostly got through, the middle class gets stuck in rejections, delays, and frustrating fine print. Add skyrocketing premiums for senior citizens, and you have a perfect recipe for financial heartburn.

Patras: Sankalp vs Jumla

Election season is here, and so is the battle of manifestos — or should we say marketing brochures? The BJP’s “Sankalp Patra” has landed, promising a cleaner Yamuna, land rights for unauthorized colonies, and welfare for gig workers. But AAP has given it a new name: “Jumla Patra” — claiming it’s nothing more than a repackaged version of their own policies.

With two weeks to go, the political punches are flying. AAP’s Manish Sisodia argues that BJP’s promises signal a preemptive surrender, while BJP insists they’re a roadmap for progress. But Delhi voters know the drill — manifestos make headlines, but execution wins elections.

Digestion problems

A tongue-in-cheek campaign by the Telangana Congress triggered an animated social media battle between the ruling party and the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS).

The Congress ad campaign mimicked an ‘Eno’ indigestion relief advertisement, featuring images of BRS President K Chandrashekar Rao and his son, KT Rama Rao, the party’s working president.

The ads suggested the two were experiencing indigestion after witnessing the success of Telangana Congress chief Revanth Reddy at the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos. Reddy’s team secured deals worth ₹1.78 lakh crore at the annual WEF conference.

Aromatic brand

KRBL Ltd, parent to India Gate Basmati Rice, announced its partnership with legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan as the brand ambassador. According to KRBL, “This iconic collaboration brings together two household names, both synonymous with excellence, trust, and a legacy of authenticity.”

Bachchan shared, “India Gate Basmati Rice is not just a brand, it’s a legacy that has been a part of Indian households for generations. I am delighted to be associated with KRBL, a company that has consistently upheld the highest standards of quality and innovation. I look forward to being part of this journey, celebrating the authenticity and traditions that make every meal so special.” But earlier he was endorsing LT Foods flagship rice brand, Daawat.

Published on January 26, 2025