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Aamir Khan's daughter Ira Khan has never shied away from speaking openly about mental health. She is the founder of Agatsu, a not-for-profit company dedicated to mental health awareness and support. In her latest post, Ira Khan has shared an update, revealing that she is no longer in therapy. She revealed that after eight years of psychoanalysis, with sessions three times a week, she has now 'graduated' therapy. While she is still on medication, she explained that her therapist felt that she is r
She fought for their three children, which affected her mental health Canadian musician Grimes, known offstage as Claire Elise Boucher, opened up about the emotional and financial toll of her year-long custody battle with tech mogul Elon Musk. Sharing her experience in a series of posts on X, a platform owned by Musk, Grimes revealed how the legal fight for their three children impacted her mental health, career, and identity as a mother. The custody dispute involved their children - X Æ A-XII ("baby X"), aged four, and two-year-olds Exa Dark Sideræl and Tau Techno Mechanicus. Grimes claim ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai took to social media to shower praise on Aamir Khan for his continued efforts to elevate the stature of Hindi cinema. Lauding his decision to release 'Sitaare Zameen Par' in theatres and hold off on its OTT release for six months, Ghai called it a move that brings "dignity to Hindi cinema." In his heartfelt note, the director expressed his happiness at how exhibitors across the country honoured Aamir as a "brave filmmaker" for supporting the big-screen experience and showing deep respect for theatrical business. Sharing a photo f ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 5 (ANI): Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao on Saturday accused the Congress of misleading the country with its claim that the BJP-led government at the Centre wants to change the Constitution. He added that AICC has now become the 'All India Cheating Congress'. "The words 'secular' and 'socialist' were not there in the Constitution. It was added after the 42nd Amendment. The Amendment was brought during the Emergency. Emergency was a black day in the democratic history of our country. So, the original Constitution did not have the words 'secular' and ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 16 (ANI): The Indian government expressed regret on Tuesday over the reported demolition of the ancestral property of celebrated filmmaker and writer Satyajit Ray in Mymensingh, Bangladesh and expressed its willingness to extend cooperation in its restoration. "We note with profound regret that the ancestral property of noted filmmaker and litterateur Satyajit Ray in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, belonging to his grandfather and eminent litterateur, Upendra Kishor Ray Chowdhury, is being demolished," the Ministry of External Affairs said. Also Read | India Urges Bangladesh ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Easing inflation and favourable monsoon boosted rural demand in India in the April-June period this year, outpacing urban consumption once again, according to a new report. According to the report by global research firm NielsenIQ, rural markets and small manufacturers propelled the packaged consumer goods sector in Q2 2025. Rural markets grew twice as fast as cities, as urban areas showed signs of recovery, particularly in smaller towns. According to the report, e-commerce also rose significantly, led by increased shopper penetration and spending, especia ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood stars Kajol and Twinkle Khanna are all set to bring their signature wit and charm to the small screen with their upcoming talk show, 'Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle'. The show, set to stream on Prime Video from September 25, promises laughter, nostalgia, and behind-the-scenes stories from Bollywood's biggest names, including Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Govinda, Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan, Karan Johar, Kriti Sanon, Vicky Kaushal, Janhvi Kapoor and many others. The ace actors recently unveiled the trailer, giving viewers a glimpse of the witty exchanges and candid moments that th ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will undertake an official visit to France, the European Union (EU), and Belgium from June 8 to 14, 2025, the Ministry of External Affairs announced in a press release on Sunday. The visit marks a significant step in further strengthening India's strategic partnerships with Europe. The EAM will first travel to Paris and Marseille, France, where he will hold bilateral discussions with the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, Jean Noel Barrot. Also Read | Indian Citizen Dies in UAE: Civil Engineer Issac Paul ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jun 27 (PTI) Veteran movie star Rekha recreated her look from the 1981 film "Umrao Jaan" at the theatrical re-release premiere of the film that brought out the who's who of Bollywood in attendance, including Aamir Khan, Alia Bhatt, Tabu, and Hema Malini. Directed by Muzaffar Ali, the period drama has been restored and re-released in cinemas on June 27. The film has been restored by the National Film Development Corporation-National Film Archive of India under the National Film Heritage Mission. Rekha turned heads as she appeared in a stunning white and gold anarkali by Manish Malhotr ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 4 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Monday moved a notice under Rule 267, demanding suspension of business in the upper house of Parliament to discuss the alleged discrepancies in conduct of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Selection Post Phase-13 exam, which has led to damaging of the public trust in the government organisation, seeking an independent and impartial review of the examination process. In this examination conducted for various government posts, widespread technical failures such as software cache, errors in biometric verification and ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) As his film "Dil Dhadakne Do" turned 10, Bollywood's livewire star Ranveer Singh has shown immense reverence for Zoya Akhtar and used a reference from the film to showcase his bond with the director. Ranveer took to Instagram stories, where he shared a hilarious scene involving a "butter knife" featuring him, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Zarina Wahab, Rahul Bose and Anil Kapoor. For the caption he wrote: "ZOIE SUPREMACY I love you like Pluto loves Kabir. #10yearsofddd." "Dil Dhadakne Do", a family comedy drama film, which is directed by Zoya Akhtar, has a star-stud ...Read More >
New Delhi: Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, currently riding high on the success of his latest film Sitaare Zameen Par, hosted a special screening of the movie at Rashtrapati Bhavan for President Droupadi Murmu. The event marked a significant moment in the film's journey, highlighting both its critical acclaim and social resonance. In a candid conversation with Filmfare, Khan delved into deeply personal territory, opening up about his family's battle with mental health, particularly his daughter Ira Khan's struggle with depression. "You feel far more for your children than you ever could for your ...Read More >
Mumbai/New Delhi: Shefali Jariwala, whose sizzling gyration and rebellious abandon in the music video of the remixed track 'Kaanta Laga' (original song from 'Samadhi', 1972) became a dance floor favourite, annoyed social conservatives and helped sell over a million cassettes, CDs and albums, passed away following a cardiac arrest on Friday night. She was 42.Jariwala was rushed to a private hospital close to her Andheri West residence by husband-actor Parag Tyagi, but was declared dead on arrival. "Her family told doctors she was unwell with acidity and had not eaten the entire day," a senior p ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a heartbreaking moment for TV fans, Shefali Jariwala, famous for the hit song Kaanta Laga and a popular contestant from Bigg Boss 13, passed away on June 27 due to a suspected cardiac arrest. She was only 42 years old. Her sudden death has sparked fresh talk of a so-called "Bigg Boss curse" -- a growing list of young contestants who've died unexpectedly. Here's a list of 8 former contestants who tragically passed away under the age of 45: Died of suspected cardiac arrest in 2025. Known for her performance in Kaanta Laga and appearance in Bigg Boss 13. Bigg Boss 13 winner. Passed ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 12 (PTI) Bollywood star Sunny Deol has completed shooting for his upcoming film "Border 2". Directed by Anurag Singh, the project is a follow-up to the 1997 blockbuster film "Border", which featured Deol alongside Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff and Akshaye Khanna. The war epic was helmed by J P Dutta. The 67-year-old actor announced the news on his Instagram handle with a video post on Friday. "Mission Accomplished! Fauji, signing off! My Shoot wrapped for #Border2. Jai Hind," he wrote in the caption. The post featured him in a soldier's uniform. "Border 2" also stars Varun Dh ...Read More >
Chennai, Jul 15 (PTI) The ManipalCigna Health Insurance Company Ltd has planned to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu with 10 more branches and add over 10,000 advisors across South India. ManipalCigna Health Insurance Company Ltd is a joint venture between Manipal Group, an eminent player in healthcare delivery and higher education and global health services company Cigna Healthcare. Also Read | Aadhaar Free Update: Government Requests Parents to Update Children's Aadhaar Biometrics Between Age 5-7, Free of Cost. Citing a data from the General Insurance Council (GIC), ManipalCigna said it ...Read More >
Chennai, July 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Pooja Hegde, whose graceful dance moves for the sensational superhit song 'Monica' from Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' has come in for widespread praise, has now disclosed that the song was one of the most physically tough and demanding songs that she had done in her career. The actress also went on to disclose that she had danced the high energy number on a day she had been fasting for Mahashivratri. Taking to Instagram to share BTS clips of the song shoot, the actress wrote, "Thank you for all the love on Monica. Monica was one of the MOST physically tough ...Read More >
Man who helped deliver baby at Ram Mandir station recalls how he pulled off miracle with only a little help A railway commuter on Tuesday night succesfully helped a 24-year-old woman in labour deliver her child at Ram Mandir railway station in the absence of any medical emergency services. Vikas Bedre (32), a cinematographer and resident of Nalasopara, who was travelling to Andheri to catch a flight for Ahmedabad, shared his experience. "The incident happened between Goregaon and Ram Mandir. I ...Read More >
Patna, Aug 1 (PTI) Healthcare services were affected at AIIMS-Patna on Friday as resident doctors went on an "indefinite strike" in protest against the alleged high-handedness of Sheohar MLA Chetan Anand. According to a press statement issued by the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA), AIIMS-Patna, on Friday, "The RDA expresses deep disappointment and anguish over the lack of action by the administration following the violent and traumatic incident that occurred on Wednesday, when MLA Chetan Anand, his wife and their armed guards breached hospital security, physically assaulted staff, and thr ...Read More >
New Delhi: Protest at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) against a recently announced fee hike, the long-standing suspension of students' union elections and calls for administrative accountability have entered their sixth day, with students boycotting classes and staging sit-ins at the Bab-e-Syed gate (the iconic entrance of the varsity). The fee structure for different courses has witnessed a sharp revision. Students say the hike ranges from 25% to over 60% across various programmes. Many claim they first learned of the revised fees only while trying to pay through the university's online ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], January 14 (ANI): Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan, best known for his film 'Marco', has announced his decision to step down as the treasurer of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). Mukundan took to his Instagram account to share a note in which he explained that increasing work commitments had taken a toll on his "mental health." However, he assured that he would continue in the role until a replacement is found to ensure a smooth transition. "I hope this message finds you well. After much thought and reflection, I have made the difficult decision to step down ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 4: Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai took to social media to shower praise on Aamir Khan for his continued efforts to elevate the stature of Hindi cinema. Lauding his decision to release 'Sitaare Zameen Par' in theatres and hold off on its OTT release for six months, Ghai called it a move that brings "dignity to Hindi cinema." In his heartfelt note, the director expressed his happiness at how exhibitors across the country honoured Aamir as a "brave filmmaker" for supporting the big-screen experience and showing deep respect for theatrical business. Sharing a photo featuring Aamir Kh ...Read More >
NEW DELHI/BATHINDA: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on Friday conducted searches at 22 de-addiction centres across Punjab, including in Chandigarh, Barnala and Ludhiana, after its investigation revealed illegal sale of drugs by these centres. The agency also searched a premise in Mumbai linked to the accused.Dr Amit Bansal, who runs these 22 centres, is prime accused in the case, sources said. Bansal, against whom Punjab Police has registered multiple FIRs, is alleged to be engaged in illegal sale of drugs from his de-addiction centres.Privately-run drug de-addiction centres in Punjab are ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 6 (ANI): Netflix has announced the release of 'Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous', a docu-film that revolves around the life of the Indian hip-hop star and music artist. The film, directed by Mozez Singh and produced by Sikhya Entertainment, is set to premiere on December 20. Also Read | 'I'm Still Single': Mamta Kulkarni Clarifies She's Not Married to Vicky Goswami, Reveals She's Back in India After 24 Years for Kumbh Mela 2025. The makers, on Friday, took to Instagram to share the announcement along with a poster of the hip-hop star. "The name you know, the ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) India will soon have its first professional basketball league, marking a transformative moment for the country's sports sector and fulfilling the long-term dream of the Basketball Federation of India (BFI). The innovative professional basketball league, which will have structured competitive leagues in 5x5 and 3x3 formats for both men and women, was launched in Mumbai on Friday and will be run by BFI and ACG Sports Private Limited. The groundbreaking initiative will result in establishing a comprehensive professional ecosystem that opens the door for athletes ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana, who was part of the all-party parliamentary delegation to Europe, said that during their recently conclued visit they successfully communicated India's development story and its resolute stand against terrorism, particularly emanating from Pakistan. Highlighting the delegation's key discussions during the tour, Khatana told ANI, 'We discussed how we dismantled the terrorism factory in Pakistan by responding... We also talked about tourism infrastructure, G20 Summit, and projects like the six-lane roads, bridges, solar initiatives, our ...Read More >
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, famed for 3 Idiots, passed away at 91 in Thane. Despite entering films at 44, he built a remarkable career with over 125 films and 100 TV serials. Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, who was best known for his portrayal of a college professor in Rajkumar Hirani's popular film 3 Idiots, passed away at the age of 91. On Monday, the actor passed away in Thane. According to reports, he was recently admitted to the hospital for age-related complications, though the precise caus ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 20: Max Fashion, one of India's leading multinational fashion brands, makes a historic shift by naming its first-ever male brand ambassador: actor and cultural trendsetter Siddhant Chaturvedi. The new campaign, "How New Is Your New?", is fronted by actor and cultural trendsetter Siddhant Chaturvedi. Known for his effortless style and ability to connect with a generation that values both individuality and cultural edge, Siddhant perfectly embodies the energy and edge that Max stands for. Also Read | Did Shashi Tharoor Go Against Party Line and Speak in Favo ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has emerged as the most searched Indian film personality of the past decade, surpassing iconic stars such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Prabhas, and Rajinikanth. The analysis, based on IMDb's weekly rankings from January 2014 to April 2024 and real page views from its 250 million monthly visitors, placed Deepika at the top, followed by Shah Rukh Khan. The top five also include Aishwarya Rai, Alia Bhatt, and the late Irrfan Khan. Other notable stars in the top ten are Aamir Khan (6th), Salman Khan (8th), Hrithik Roshan (9th), and Akshay Kumar (10th) ...Read More >
Mumbai: An aspiring model and his female associate were apprehended for allegedly compelling a 32-year-old chartered accountant to die by suicide after extorting Rs 2.47 crore from him since 2024. The accused reportedly spent the money on online gaming and share market activities.The deceased, who ended his life at his Santa Cruz (East) residence on Saturday night, had lodged three non-cognizable complaints against the pair in the days before his death. His family stated that while he overcame cancer and achieved his CA qualification, he couldn't withstand real-life pressures, leaving behind h ...Read More >
New Delhi: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Monday moved a notice under Rule 267, demanding suspension of business in the upper house of Parliament to discuss the alleged discrepancies in conduct of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Selection Post Phase-13 exam, which has led to "damaging of the public trust" in the government organisation, seeking an independent and impartial review of the examination process. "In this examination conducted for various government posts, widespread technical failures such as software cache, errors in biometric verification and sudden cancellation o ...Read More >