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Strong female characters who won our hearts in Indian web shows!

As the world progresses, women aim to not only be empowered but also respected for their decisions. The Indian entertainment industry is also focused on promoting such new-age women centric characters that continue to be a constant source of inspiration to viewers and also help in addressing and changing decades-old societal stereotypes. These bold women characters continue to encourage the women of today to take charge of their lives and truly become a ‘Boss Lady’ in every sense.

Here is the list of those strong female characters that have inspired us and continue to win our hearts.

  1. Anita – What The Folks

Anita is a very popular face from the modern family-drama series, What The Folks, launched by Dice Media. The channel recently announced its finale with Season 4 and actress Eisha Chopra is seen returning in the role of Anita. Anita is an independent and practical woman who manages her career as well as her personal life with her in-laws and family. She comes across as the brave and highly- educated daughter of the ‘Sharma family’ who approaches every obstacle with a calm and clear-headed demeanour. The show revolves around the lives of the married couple Nikhil and Anita who navigate through various circumstances while learning to grow closer and build stronger relationships with their family. This season Anita is seen taking the bold decision to grow her family further but on her terms. She gives us major goals on how to deal with real-life situations in a quirky manner while staying true to ourselves!

Available on Dice Media’s YouTube channel

  1. Tanya – Permanent Roommates

Permanent Roommates is a hilarious take on the lives of a young couple, Mukesh and Tanya and their efforts to tackle the different twists and turns in their lives as they embark on a journey of togetherness. The story builds from their decision to move in together to their plan to get married, settle down and also deal with all the unforeseen situations that fall in between. Actor Nidhi Singh plays the role of Tanya who decides to turn down her longtime boyfriend’s surprise proposal to get married and explore a live-in relationship instead. Tanya is a daring and empowered woman who is focused on her career goals and refuses to compromise on what is best for her. She is fiercely independent and intelligent, which helps her gain major success in her life. Tanya sure gives us young women the much-needed encouragement to stand up for our dreams!

Available on TVF Play

3. Tara Khanna – Made In Heaven

Made In Heaven is an Indian romantic drama web series that revolves around the lives of two wedding planners Tara and Karan who run an agency called ‘Made in Heaven’. Actress Sobhita Dhulipala plays the role of Tara Khanna in the series. While Tara is married to Karan who comes from a wealthy family, she is ambitious about taking charge of her wedding planning business, despite the wealth they have. Tara’s character truly makes every woman want to be “unapologetically me”!

Available on Amazon Prime

3.   DCP Vartika Chaturvedi  – Delhi Crime 

‘Delhi Crime’ is an Indian crime drama based on the tragic event of the Nirbhaya rape case that took place in Delhi. The series narrates the atrocious gang rape that took the nation by storm. Actress Shefali Shah has given an exceptional performance as she steps into the shoes of DCP Vartika Chaturvedi who is completely invested in catching the culprits of this catastrophic crime as quickly as possible. Shefali’s character portrays the powerful role of a cop who is ready to even risk her own life to solve this case. Daring to take up such a responsibility to fight for all women in the country, the series wants us to salute and thank all the strong women that serve the nation.

Available on Netflix

  1. Aarya Sareen  – Aarya 

Aarya is an Indian crime-thriller drama starring Sushmita Sen as she makes her OTT debut. Delivering a rather powerful performance on-screen, Sushmita has been loved by her fans for her role as Aarya in the show. The story was inspired by the Dutch series Penoza and showcasesAarya as a brave mother protecting her family from dangers that they face. Due to unsettled past disputes and mafia matters that her deceased husband was involved in, Aarya is seen navigating the life of her family through the mess as she fights fiercely to safeguard them at all costs. Aarya beautifully portrays the unconditional love of a mother towards her children and the extent a mother is willing to go to when it is a question about her kid’s safety!

Available on Disney+ Hotstar.

5.   Kavya – Little Things 

Little Things is an Indian rom-com created by Dhruv Sehgal, who also starred in the lead role along with the very talented actress Mithila Palkar. The story revolves around Kavya Kulkarni (Mithila Palkar) and Dhruv Vats (Dhruv Sehgal), a young couple in a live-in relationship. As the show progresses, the characters continue to portray very relatable aspects of one’s daily life while also dealing with the complexities that come with a relationship. In the series, Kavya plays a role of a determined woman taking charge of her life and decisions completely, be it her relationship or her career. Kavya is an independent and strong girl who is passionate about whatever she chooses to do in life. She truly inspires us to be ourselves no matter what and not to lose on our individuality whatever may be the circumstances in life.

Available on Netflix

6.   Aranyak – Kasturi Dogra

Aranyak is Raveena Tandon’s debut in the OTT space and she brilliantly plays the role of a cop who is also a mother trying to meet the needs of her children at home while being committed to her job responsibilities as well. The story revolves around a local police officer Kastruri Dogra (played by Raveena Tandon) after she finds herself intrigued and committed to solving a high-profile twisted and sadistic case of rape and murder. Kasturi is a fierce, tough and talented police officer while being a trusting and loving mother. This character surely showcases a variety of relatable emotions that continue to inspire us to be better.

Available on Netflix

7.   The Family Man 2 – Raji

The gorgeous Samantha Ruth Prabhu plays Raji in Family Man Season 2 and this certainly an iconic performance that left the audience thrilled. This series was her debut in the OTT space and the Bollywood industry as well. The second season of the show unveils Raji as a Sri Lankan militant. Raji is a daring and determined woman who wants to take revenge for all the unfortunate events that took place with her and her loved ones. Raji’s character in the show is a tribute to Eelam women and showcases the struggles that women faced during the civil war and continue to face even today.

Available on Amazon Prime

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Deutscher Cricket Bund (DCB) announces an exciting 2026 season to showcase Germany as the leading European cricket nation, building world-class cricket IP’s

ESSEN, Germany and MUMBAI, India, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — After the tremendous success of the recently concluded ‘5 match T20 International event – ‘Austria Tour of Germany,” DCB is all set to kick off its ambitious domestic set of events for 2026.

German Super League – Berlin edition starts at Mayfeld – next to the iconic OlympiaStadion from the 8th of June.With a fixture of 43 T10 matches, 10 best clubs from the Berlin region will compete to be crowned champions. Legendary English umpire, Billy Bowden, will be the special guest, and will be officiating the final match.Mr. Severin Weiss, the president of DCB, said, “In order to have a robust system, we need to have a strong domestic structure. It’s not about just having premier leagues and international contests, but building bottom up. And that’s what our core focus and mission is.” He added that for cricket in Europe and particularly in Germany to flourish, they need to attract more natives to take up the sport. Organizing good quality events, that are properly produced at the domestic level, will ensure they achieve this in the years to come.The team at DCB is working methodically to achieve the stated mission.Mr. Dieter Voight – DCB CEO – shed more light on the calendar events and stated, “In 2026, with strong collaboration and support of our regional partners, we have plans to conduct up to 8 domestic tournaments with about 300 matches. Add to this, we have 4 international events, the biggest being the Nordic Cup in August.”The Nordic cup will see 5 women’s teams battle it out in August. The hosts will be joined by the Nordic national teams of Finland, Sweden, Denmark as well.Germany will also host two more bilateral events, the next one being against Switzerland women’s in July.Germany hopes to soon break into the top 30 men’s T20 ICC rankings. They won 4-1 against Austria and hope to continue their dominance on the field.Donovan Miller has been appointed the head coach. Donovan brings in rich experience of working with English Counties, and top franchise tournaments. Coach along with the captain Musadiq Ahmed, who was sensational with the bat against Austria and was adjudged Man of the series, has the full trust and support of DCB to lead the team to achieve grander cricketing success.With a robust domestic and international calendar in place, DCB is focussed on marketing the events and positioning German cricket as one of the most serious cricket destinations in Europe.The important aspect is to reach as many people as possible, includes a strategic multi-media plan, which includes digital marketing as a key corner stone.Dr. Vignaesh Sankaran, Vice President of the DCB, added: “Live broadcasting is only one part of the equation. Equally important is how we market our events, players, coaches, and sponsors to a wider audience. We do not want to miss this opportunity to grow the game and create value for all our stakeholders. The Austria–Germany international series generated more than five million impressions across all platforms. Together with our partners, SMW Global, we invited German influencer Liz Laz, whose content introduced German cricket to new audiences and significantly expanded our reach.Germany is among the first European Associate Members to embrace this approach at scale, combining elite cricket with digital storytelling and influencer engagement. Through these efforts, we have achieved over 150% growth in viewership and now attract some of the largest cricket audiences in Europe.Germany’s reputation for strong governance, professionalism, and high-quality event delivery also makes it an increasingly attractive market for sponsors and commercial partners. We will continue to build on this momentum and further strengthen Germany’s position as a leading cricket market in Europe.”The Deutschland Cricket Board (DCB) has officially entered into a strategic partnership with SMW Global Media, with a long-term vision for collaboration. SMW Global Media will serve as the exclusive commercial rights partner, overseeing event production, ground branding, and sponsor asset delivery, while also supporting the DCB in developing consistent digital content and event promotion across platforms.Azhan Ahsan, executive director – SMW Global Media, said, “The aim is to produce clean, high quality broadcasts, in decent budgets, allowing our federation partners the flexibility to produce more matches professionally. Consistent supply will expand the reach and grow commercial values of German cricket organically.” He added, “Germany is perhaps the only country in Europe that can on its own produce good quality cricket in such high volumes. Sponsors and media partners love it when there is a proper structure and a plan. And if we can add further value for all stakeholders by adding some spice on the digital content front, we can fast track brand Germany to newer markets and audiences. We are committed to that.”The last event was broadcast LIVE worldwide on multiple platforms – FanCode, Action Sports, Unbeaten +, Unbeaten Prime, SportVot, Cricket Lounge TV, and German cricket’s official YouTube channel. It was also covered by all major data and scoring partners including ESPN, and Olympics.com.About Deutscher Cricket Bund (DCB)The Deutscher Cricket Bund is the governing body for cricket in Germany and is responsible for the development, promotion and organization of cricket activities across the country, including domestic, youth and international cricket structures.For more information, please visit https://www.cricket.de/About SMW Global MediaSMW Global Media is an international full-service sports agency that serves some of the major leagues, federations, teams and broadcasters in the world. With a global reach, they have been involved in projects in over 41 countries, annually distributing, selling and producing thousands of hours of live sports and work with over 100 broadcast partners. Their four core areas of expertise include Rights Management, Production Services, Streaming Solutions and Sponsorships. 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GIGABYTE Celebrates 40 Years of Milestone at COMPUTEX 2026 with Award-Winning AI, Gaming, and Design Showcases

TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, concluded COMPUTEX 2026 with multiple products recognized by international media and industry organizations. Presented under the 40th Anniversary theme ENTER INFINITY, the showcase highlighted advancements across AI, gaming, product design, and user experiences, earning numerous Best of COMPUTEX awards, Editor’s Choice recognitions, and industry honors.
Leading the showcase was the X870E AORUS INFINITY NEXT motherboard, which earned widespread recognition from international media for its combination of space-inspired engineering, advanced thermal technologies, and distinctive aesthetics. Featuring rocket-thruster-grade thermal materials, 3D metal-printing technologies, an AI Gyroid Structure that increases cooling surface area by up to 44%, and a 64-phase power design capable of delivering up to 5,120 amps, the motherboard was praised by Tom’s Hardware as being “packed with never-before-used space-grade thermal engineering and a never-before-seen aesthetic.” The launch also introduced the broader INFINITY Series, spanning motherboards, graphics cards, gaming peripherals, and chassis, extending the ENTER INFINITY vision across the entire PC build ecosystem.GIGABYTE also demonstrated how AI and gaming technologies are converging across its ecosystem. AI TOP solutions, AI PCs, and the award-winning AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5090 AI BOX showcased scalable local AI capabilities from personal productivity to advanced AI workflows. The COMPUTEX Best Choice Award-winning AORUS MASTER 16 AI gaming laptop highlighted GIGABYTE’s commitment to delivering intelligent and high-performance gaming experiences. The company also expanded its display portfolio with the media-recognized FM275K16P, the world’s first 27-inch 5K Multi-Mode Mini LED gaming monitor, further reinforcing its leadership in next-generation display technologies.Design innovation remained another key focus throughout the showcase. From the award-winning AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5080 INFINITY WOOD graphics card to the STEALTH cableless PC ecosystem, GIGABYTE demonstrated how performance-focused engineering and premium aesthetics can coexist across modern gaming platforms. The same design philosophy extended to the ENTER INFINITY exhibition itself. Through modular booth architecture, reusable display systems, and sustainable operational planning, GIGABYTE created an engaging exhibition experience that received the COMPUTEX 2026 ECOBooth Sustainable Exhibition Certification, demonstrating how thoughtful design can support both visitor engagement and environmental responsibility.As GIGABYTE celebrates its 40th anniversary, ENTER INFINITY reflects both a milestone and a vision for the future, bringing together AI, gaming, design, and sustainability to shape the next generation of intelligent computing. For more information, please visit the official website.Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2996556/Computex_Award_1920x1080.jpg

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ContentLens Appoints Hari Nair, Former CEO of Tips Music, as Pro Bono Strategic Advisor

Industry veteran brings three decades of music, digital media, and content monetisation experience to India’s leading AI-powered IP protection platform — backing the company on conviction, not a fee.MUMBAI, India, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ContentLens, an AI-powered content intelligence platform pioneering proprietary solutions in music IP protection, celebrity likeness detection, content provenance, and deepfake identification, today announced the appointment of Hari Nair as Pro Bono Strategic Advisor.

Nair brings over three decades of leadership in the Indian and global media and entertainment industry, having held senior roles at Tips Music Limited, Sony Music India, PPL India, and TikTok — where he led the global launch of TikTok Music (known as Resso). Most recently, he served as CEO of Tips Music Limited, one of India’s most valued music labels, where he spearheaded global partnerships with TikTok, Sony Music Publishing, and Warner Music Group, built a data-driven, high-performance culture, and delivered sustained shareholder returns. Upon his departure, the music industry legend Kumar Taurani, Chairman and MD of Tips Music, credited Hari for ‘driving revenues and achieving targets as committed to shareholders’ and described him as ‘a passionate, revenue and data-driven leader’.In an industry where advisory roles routinely carry equity or paid arrangements, Nair’s decision to join pro bono is a deliberate signal of conviction. As a former client of ContentLens, he has first-hand experience of the platform’s capabilities — and chose to back it based on that direct assessment of the technology.In his advisory capacity, Nair will provide strategic counsel on ContentLens’s go-to-market strategy across the Indian and global media & entertainment industry, support the company’s investor relations, and leverage his extensive network across leading music, media, and entertainment companies.ContentLens has already commercialised its technology with five large customers in the media and entertainment sector. The company has filed patents on its core fingerprinting, watermarking, and audio-visual content intelligence technologies, and is advancing toward its next phase of commercial growth.ROHAN SAHU, Founder & CEO, ContentLens:”When someone of Hari’s standing chooses to back ContentLens — not for a fee, but out of genuine belief in what we are building — it is among the strongest forms of validation a company at our stage can receive. His three decades of operating experience across every layer of the music and entertainment ecosystem, combined with his direct familiarity with our platform, gives us both strategic depth and credibility as we scale. We are deeply grateful for his trust and commitment.”HARI NAIR, Pro Bono Strategic Advisor, ContentLens:”I have spent my career building value across the music and entertainment ecosystem, and I can see clearly that the next frontier of that value lies in AI-driven content protection. ContentLens is solving a problem that every label, every artist, and every media company in the world already faces: IP infringement in an age where content can be replicated, repurposed, and monetised without consent. I have worked with this technology as a client and I know what it can do. I am joining because I genuinely believe this platform will matter — for record labels, musicians, artists, celebrities and every form of IP owner.”ABOUT CONTENTLENSContentLens is an AI-powered content intelligence company building proprietary technology across four verticals: music IP protection, celebrity likeness detection, content provenance, and deepfake identification. Headquartered in Bangalore, ContentLens works with leading content owners and media companies to detect, protect, and monetise original intellectual property. The company has filed patents on its core fingerprinting, watermarking, and audio-visual content intelligence technologies, and has already commercialised its products globally with five large customers in the media and entertainment sector.ABOUT HARI NAIRHari Nair is one of India’s most accomplished media and entertainment industry executives, with a distinguished career spanning music, digital media, and global content platforms. He has held leadership roles at Tips Music Limited, Sony Music India, PPL India, and TikTok, where he led the global launch of TikTok Music (Resso). As former CEO of Tips Music Limited, he led the company through a period of transformational growth and delivered exceptional shareholder returns. He is widely recognised for his dealmaking ability, performance-driven leadership, investor relationship management, and deep expertise in content monetisation.Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2996838/CONTENTLENS_Hari_Image.jpgPhoto: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2996839/CONTENTLENS_Rohan_Image.jpg 

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