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Kulgam, Oct 16: Emphasising the role of literature as a mirror to society and a force for cultural unity, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that reviving regional languages and heritage was not just the responsibility of the government, but of every writer, poet, and lover of letters. He was addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 3rd edition of the Veshow Literary Festival in Kulgam, via video conferencing. Though originally scheduled to attend the festival in person, LG Sinha ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 16 (ANI): Punjab Vidhan Sabha Secretary cum Returning officer Ram Lok Khatana on Thursday handed over the certificate of Election to Punjab Rajya Sabha candidate Rajinder Gupta, who was elected unopposed to the upper House of Parliament. The certificate was presented in the presence of Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan. Gupta was accompanied by his wife, Madhu Gupta, during the formal handover ceremony held at the Assembly premises in Chandig ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 16 (ANI): Punjab Vidhan Sabha Secretary cum Returning officer Ram Lok Khatana on Thursday handed over the certificate of Election to Punjab Rajya Sabha candidate Rajinder Gupta, who was elected unopposed to the upper House of Parliament. The certificate was presented in the presence of Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan. Gupta was accompanied by his wife, Madhu Gupta, during the formal handover ceremony held at the Assembly premises in Chandig ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): In a historic and spiritual initiative, the revered Jore Sahib (sandals) a pair of footwear belonging to Guru Gobind Singh, the last of the ten Sikh Gurus, and his wife Mata Sahib Kaur will be taken from New Delhi to the Gurudwara Patna Sahib in Bihar as part of the "Charan Suhawa - Guru Charan Yatra," Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Thursday. The rare and sacred relics, preserved by Puri's family for over 300 years, will now be made available for ...Read More >
IMDB and X/Vindu Dara Singh New Delhi: Veteran actress and dancer Madhumati, who made an immense contribution to the world of cinema, has died at the age of 87. She was known as an incredible artist and was often compared to legendary performers of her time such as Helen. Madhumanti is known for films such as Ankhen, Tower House, Shikari, Mujhe Jeene Do. Actor Vindu Dara Singh took to X to share his condolences, writing, "Rest in peace, our teacher and guide #Madhumati ji. A beautiful life l ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 16 (ANI): The much-awaited title track of Ranveer Singh's upcoming action thriller 'Dhurandhar' is finally out. The song is titled 'Jogi' and features the star cast of the film. Originally titled 'Na De Dil Pardesi Nu (Jogi)', the song is sung by Hanumankind, Jasmine Sandlas, Sudhir Yaduvanshi, Shashwat Sachdev, Mohd. Sadiq and Ranjit Kaur. The track marks the Bollywood debut of the popular rapper-singer Hanumankind. Written by Babu Singh Maan, Hanumankind ...Read More >
Mumbai: Renowned dancer and actress Madhumati passed away at her Juhu residence at age 84 Wednesday. Her fluid movement, be it Kathak or contemporary Western, granted her pride of place in Hindi cinema from the 1950s to the 70s.Born to a Parsi judge in Thane in 1941, Madhumati's maiden name was Hutoxi Reporter. She was the sister of noted cricket umpire Pilloo Reporter. She overcame parental opposition to start her career as a dancer in a remake of Raja Harishchandra. Her first film was Zameen K ...Read More >
Mumbai Oct 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) King has been roped in as one of the mentors in Amazon MX Player music reality series "I-POPSTAR". He, along with Aastha Gill, Aditya Rikhari, and Parmish Verma, will be seen guiding contestants, evaluating their performances, and pushing them to explore new creative heights. Spilling his excitement about guiding the next generation of musicians, King shared that "I-POPSTAR" is a platform where raw talent meets opportunity. "Every contestant brings something spec ...Read More >
Image was shared by Sonam Bajwa. New Delhi: Sonam Bajwa in an earlier interview with Film Companion, said that she turned down several opportunities in Bollywood, which required her to do kissing scenes on screen. In an extensive chat with Film Companion, the Punjabi star explained the reason behind her restraint. She stated that she said no to kissing scenes in Hindi films as she was concerned about what effect it might have on her image in Punjab. The actor deliberated, "I said no to a coup ...Read More >
Gurmeet Maan, one of Punjab's most beloved folk singers has passed away, days after Rajvir Jawanda's untimely death. The industry seems to have lost its pulse twice in a row. Gurmeet Maan was more than just a singer; he was renowned for his earthy charm and deeply rooted songs. His voice embodied Punjab's spirit. He sang about the land, the people, and their stories -- the kind that transport you back to simpler times -- and was a native of Ropar who worked as a Punjab Police officer. There wa ...Read More >
The death of policeman-turned-Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans, politicians and the music community. The 35-year-old died on Wednesday, 11 days after he was fatally injured in an accident in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Jawanda suffered severe injuries after he lost control of his motorcycle when he collided with cattle while he was travelling through Solan district, reports said. His songs, which often carried messages of ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Oct 9 (PTI) Punjabi actor-singer Rajvir Jawanda was on Thursday cremated in the presence of family and industry colleagues. Jawanda, a big, emerging name in the Punjabi showbiz industry, died on Wednesday after he was seriously injured in a road accident in Himachal Pradesh on September 27. He had been on life support at Fortis Hospital in Mohali due to his critical condition. Several Punjabi actors and singers including Satinder Sartaj, Babbu Mann, Jasbir Jassi, Karamjit Anmol, Ha ...Read More >
Rajvir Jawanda breathed his last on Wednesday. The singer was battling for life for the past 11 days following a major road accident in Himachal Pradesh. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann attended Rajvir Jawanda's last rites on Thursday, October 9. The singer turned politician visited Jawanda's native village Pona near Jagraon to pay his last tributes and offer condolences to the family. Following his visit, Punjab CM took to his X (formerly Twitter) to share pictures, when he also penned dow ...Read More >
Mohali (Punjab) [India], October 8 (ANI): Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring expressed his condolences to the family of Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda after the artist passed away on Wednesday morning following a road accident that occurred on September 27. Taking to his X handle, the Punjab Congress Chief expressed his sorrow on the passing of the Punjabi singer. Saddened by the passing away of Rajvir Jaivanda Ji. We all prayed for his speedy recovery but sadly god had other pla ...Read More >
Mohali (Punjab) [India], October 8 (ANI): Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring expressed his condolences to the family of Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda after the artist passed away on Wednesday morning following a road accident that occurred on September 27. Taking to his X handle, the Punjab Congress Chief expressed his sorrow on the passing of the Punjabi singer. Also Read | Paris Fashion Week 2025: Janhvi Kapoor Pays Homage to Britney Spears, Goes on Luxury Paris Stroll With Sh ...Read More >
Mohali (Punjab) [India], October 8 (ANI): Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring expressed his condolences to the family of Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda after the artist passed away on Wednesday morning following a road accident that occurred on September 27. Taking to his X handle, the Punjab Congress Chief expressed his sorrow on the passing of the Punjabi singer. "Saddened by the passing away of Rajvir Jaivanda Ji. We all prayed for his speedy recovery but sadly god had other pl ...Read More >
Mohali (Punjab) [India], October 8 (ANI): Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda passed away on Wednesday morning following a road accident that occurred on September 27. He breathed his last at 10:55 AM at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, where he had been admitted in critical condition with severe spinal injuries and brain damage, as per the statement issued by the hospital. "Despite extensive medical support and continuous monitoring by the Critical Care and Neurosurgery teams, he succumbed to multiple orga ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Indian star opening batter Abhishek Sharma shared a hilarious bus incident with India's Test skipper Shubman Gill from their under-16 days. Sharma and Gill, two talented cricketers from Punjab, have been playing together since childhood, forging a strong bond that extends beyond the cricket field. The duo progressed through the ranks together, representing Punjab in domestic cricket and eventually becoming part of the Indian U-19 team that won the 2018 World ...Read More >
India's cricket sensation Abhishek Sharma has once again captured the nation's attention, this time off the field. Fresh from his stellar performances in the Asia Cup 2025, where he played a pivotal role in India's triumph over Pakistan, Sharma brought the same energy and charisma to his sister Komal Sharma's wedding shagun ceremony, leaving fans buzzing on social media. Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma's Stellar Performance Abhishek Sharma emerged as the Player of the Series at the Asia Cup 202 ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Oct 1 (PTI) There is no significant clinical improvement in the condition of Rajvir Jawanda, hospital authorities said on Wednesday, five days after the Punjabi singer sustained serious injuries in a road accident in Himachal Pradesh. In a statement, Fortis Hospital said the 35-year-old singer's neurological status continues to be critical, with no significant clinical improvement observed. The overall prognosis remains guarded, it added. Jawanda (35) was seriously injured in an ac ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh who is expanding his prowess across the globe, is now consolidating his stardom down south. His new track 'Rebel' from the upcoming Kannada movie 'Kantara: Chapter 1' was unveiled on Wednesday. The song crooned by Diljit Dosanjh is impactful and intriguing in every element. Bringing the massive and thrilling world of Kantara to the audience, the song also features Diljit. While his vocals create magic, his presence in the song perf ...Read More >
What has earned Param the spotlight is not just the raw energy in her voice, but also her authentic tone, powerful singing and a challenge to the typical trope of a Punjabi woman singer who often sings folk or pop. A plane cuts across the sky above a maze of tin roofs and from the crumbling homes in the alleys below, a girl, in a boxy T-shirt that says 'World Circuit' and camouflage cargos, steps out with neighbourhood children and mouths a few sharp lines in crisp Malwa Punjabi. "Ve main addi ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Sep 30 (PTI) Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, who was hospitalised in Mohali last week after sustaining serious injuries in a road accident in Himachal Pradesh, continues to be on life support, the hospital authorities said on Tuesday. The singer's neurological condition remains critical, with minimal brain activity and no significant improvement despite ongoing advanced medical management, said Fortis Hospital in a statement. "He continues to require prolonged ventilator support. Th ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 29 - Global sensation Priyanka Chopra congratulated Diljit Dosanjh on his Emmy nomination for the film "Amar Singh Chamkila". Resharing the announcement of the nomination of the Stories section of his Instagram, PeeCee penned, "Congratulations @diljitdosanjh! Punjabi Emmy's te aagaye oye, (sic)" followed by a red heart emoji. On Saturday, another B-town diva, Alia Bhatt, congratulated Diljit for bagging the prestigious Emmy nomination. She took to her Insta Stories and wrote, "Congr ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Sep 29 (PTI) Incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, a product of a gangster-terror network, had forayed into the world of crime when he was student of a college affiliated to the Panjab University in 2010. It is alleged that, Bishnoi and his supporters had opened fire at a rival contestant during the university student body polls, for which he spent three months in jail. He is a product of a gangster-terror nexus and has been named by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in seve ...Read More >
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The nominations for 2025 International Emmy Awards were announced over the weekend and India bagged two nominations this year. Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh bagged his first International Emmy award nomination under the category 'Best Performance By An Actor' while the Netflix India film Amar Singh Chamkila is running in contention for the 'Best TV movie' award. Dosanjh bagged his nomination for the same Hindi film. Directed b ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Government of Canada has officially designated the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist entity under its Criminal Code. The announcement, made on September 29 by Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree. Canada, in its statement, said it is an effort to combat organised crime and protect vulnerable communities from targeted violence. The Bishnoi gang, allegedly led by jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, is accused of operating a transnational criminal network involved in murder, ...Read More >
New Delhi: Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas congratulated Diljit Dosanjh for getting an International Emmy nomination for his role in Amar Singh Chamkila. The film has been nominated in the TV Movie/Mini-Series category, whereas Dosanjh has earned a nod in the Best Performance by an Actor category. The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced the nominations in New York last week, with the film emerging as the lone Indian entry. Jonas shared a post on her Instagram story Monda ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas congratulated Diljit Dosanjh for getting an International Emmy nomination for his role in "Amar Singh Chamkila". The film has been nominated in the TV Movie/Mini-Series category, whereas Dosanjh has earned a nod in the Best Performance by an Actor category. The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced the nominations in New York last week, with the film emerging as the lone Indian entry. Jonas shared a post on her Instag ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Mohsin Naqvi, the president of the Asia Cricket Council (ACC), found himself at the centre of the controversy after the Asia Cup 2025 final. India won the trophy with a five-wicket win in the final, but the joyous mood soon turned sour as tensions escalated after the Indian team refused to accept the trophy from Naqvi. Naqvi is currently the chairman of the Pakistan cricket board and serves as the country's interior minister. The presentation ceremony was halted for an hour. Naqvi en ...Read More >
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