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HYDERABAD, India (AP) -- Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, the blockbuster movie director behind global hits like "RRR" and "Baahubali" that redefined Indian cinema's scale and caught Hollywood's attention, has unveiled his most ambitious film yet. Known for blending mythic storytelling with grand action and imaginative choreography, Rajamouli announced his latest film -- and its title -- at an event Saturday in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, where thousands of his cheering fans thronged to cat ...Read More >
HYDERABAD - Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, the blockbuster movie director behind global hits like "RRR" and "Baahubali" that redefined Indian cinema's scale and caught Hollywood's attention, has unveiled his most ambitious film yet. Known for blending mythic storytelling with grand action and imaginative choreography, Rajamouli announced his latest film -- and its title -- at an event Saturday in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, where thousands of his cheering fans thronged to catch a first gl ...Read More >
New Delhi: Actor Girija Oak Godbole, known for her recent viral moment as 'The Woman in the Blue Saree', has shared her perspective on the darker aspects of sudden social media fame. The Jawan star, who is preparing for the release of her upcoming web series Therapy Sherapy with Gulshan Devaiah, took to Instagram to address the troubling circulation of AI-morphed, explicit images of her that have surfaced online. In an emotional video, Girija opened up about the overwhelming attention she has r ...Read More >
HYDERABAD, India, Nov. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Woxsen University successfully concluded the third edition of the International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change (FTSC 2025) on 10-11 November 2025. Organised by the School of Arts & Design, the annual conference reinforced Woxsen's commitment to driving meaningful dialogue at the intersection of creativity, ethics, sustainability, and social impact. Building on the legacy of its 2023 and 2024 editions, FTSC 2025 explored the theme ...Read More >
The comment was made during the 2020-21 farmer protests against the now-repealed farm laws. (File) Bathinda/Chandigarh: Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut on Monday appeared before a court here in a defamation case and said there was a "misunderstanding" about her 2021 tweet and that every 'mata' (mother) is respectable to her. The court had last September directed the BJP MP from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh to be present in person and rejected her plea to appear via video conference. Security wa ...Read More >
Lucknow: As the sun dipped into the horizon, Laxman Mela ground came alive with the shimmering glow of diyas floating on the Gomti river and the melodic echoes of prayers as a sea of humanity gathered to offer evening 'arghya' (offerings) as part of the Chhath festival on Monday.Women, adorned in vibrant sarees and marked with vermillion from nose to forehead, sat across the vedis, escorted by their children and male family members. The air was filled with the sweet scent of offerings as they br ...Read More >
Bathinda/Chandigarh, Oct 27 (PTI) Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut on Monday appeared before a court here in a defamation case and said there was a "misunderstanding" about her 2021 tweet and that every 'mata' (mother) is respectable to her. The court had last September directed the BJP MP from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh to be present in person and rejected her plea to appear via video conference. Security was beefed up in and around the Bathinda court complex ahead of the actor's appearance. T ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Rasha Thadani took to social media to celebrate her mother, actress Raveena Tandon, on her birthday. In a heartfelt post, she honored Tandon's illustrious career and timeless style, calling her the 'original trendsetter' and a constant source of inspiration. Sharing a series of throwback pictures of Raveena, her doting daughter wrote, "Happy birthday to the icon that is my mama -- timeless, fearless, radiant. The original trendsetter- beauty, wit, and strength. M ...Read More >
Nagpur: A video from Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's employment fair in Nagpur has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. The clip shows a scuffle between two senior women officers from the postal department. The confrontation, which unfolded on stage before a large audience, involved Postmaster General (PMG) Shobha Madhale and Navi Mumbai PMG Suchita Joshi. Here's what happened According to reports, the tension between the two officers traces back to a transfer dispute. Shobha Madhale, seen in ...Read More >
Mumbai: The four-day grand and spiritually uplifting festival of Chhath Puja, symbolising faith, purity, and devotion to the Sun God, is expected to generate business worth Rs 3,000 crore business in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) alone. Nationwide, the celebration is projected to bring a record Rs 38,000 crore in trade, according to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT). 150 Million Devotees Observing the Sacred Rituals Around 150 million devotees across the country -- men and w ...Read More >
Jamshedpur, Oct 24: On the auspicious occasion of Chhath, the festival dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and Chhath Maiya, social worker and Madhuri Dixit fan Pappu Sardar, who is also the brand ambassador of the Jamshedpur Notified Area Committee, organised a free distribution programme at Sakchi Bazar Handi Line on Friday. A total of 151 needy women devotees were provided with earthen stoves and sarees to help them perform Chhath rituals with devotion and dignity. The gesture brought smi ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 24: The grand festival of Chhath Puja, dedicated to worshipping the Sun God, is set to give a major boost to the Indian economy, with trade worth around Rs 38,000 crore expected across the country, according to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Friday. This marks a sharp rise of 22.58 per cent from last year's Rs 31,000 crore and Rs 27,000 crore in 2023 -- reflecting the festival's growing cultural and economic significance. The four-day festival, celebrated wi ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 23 (SocialNews.XYZ) The festival of Bhai Dooj brought festive cheer and strong business momentum across India this year, generating an estimated Rs 22,000 crore in trade, according to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Thursday. Delhi alone contributed nearly Rs 2,800 crore to this massive festive turnover, as people celebrated the special bond between brothers and sisters with gifts, sweets, and traditional rituals. Bhai Dooj, a festival that marks the love and af ...Read More >
Bhilwara: In the sun-scorched expanses of Rajasthan, a unique tradition unfolds every year in the Mandal town of Bhilwara. Here, the humble donkey -- often overlooked as a mere beast of burden -- takes center stage at the donkey fair, a vibrant celebration of an animal that has long been the backbone of rural life. This annual event, steeped in culture and commerce, sees people of the potter (Prajapati) community not only trade the 'Vaishakh Nandans' aka donkeys, but also honour them with pride ...Read More >
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday offered prayers at the Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala in Pathanamthitta. IMAGE: President Droupadi Murmu offeres prayers at the Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala. Photograph: Courtesy @BJMM4Kerala/X President Murmu is the first woman head of state to visit the Lord Ayyappa shrine at Sabarimala for offering prayers. She is also the second president to visit the shrine as before her, former President V V Giri had visited Sabarimala in the 1970s and had t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 22 (ANI): Following the grand Diwali celebrations, businesses and traders across India now gear up for Bhai Dooj, Chhath and Tulsi Vivah for business prospects. Then comes the long wedding season, bringing renewed optimism. Following the Diwali festivities, Govardhan Puja is being celebrated today with great fervour across the country. Devotees offer 56 delicacies to Lord Krishna and perform rituals by creating replicas of Govardhan Hill using cow dung. Preparations ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22 (ANI): Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana, on Wednesday, paid a visit to Mumbai's iconic Siddhivinayak Temple in gratitude for the mark made by his latest film's opening. His sacred visit comes a day after his film 'Thamma' delivered a bumper opening at the box office. Also Read | Diwali 2025: Kajol Dazzles in Black Saree, Ajay Devgn Twins with Son Yug in Blue Kurta (View Pics). Ayushmann was accompanied by 'Thamma' producer Amar Kaushik. Speaking of ' ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22 (ANI): Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna starrer 'Thamma' has made a powerful start at the box office. Released on Tuesday, October 21, the horror-comedy from Maddock Films collected Rs 25.11 crore on its opening day, according to trade analyst Taran Adarsh. Also Read | Diwali 2025: Kajol Dazzles in Black Saree, Ajay Devgn Twins with Son Yug in Blue Kurta (View Pics). The film, which also stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui, was released during Diwali and ...Read More >
Kolkata: While the city was busy celebrating the Diwali-Kali Puja festival on Monday night, doctors across many hospitals in the city were busy tending to patients with burn injuries caused mostly by firecrackers. From adults to children, the emergency wings of these hospitals saw a trickle of injured festive revellers. While most were lucky to escape with minor burns, a few patients were admitted as they needed further treatment.Between Sunday and Monday night, Belle Vue Clinic already treated ...Read More >
Bollywood couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor have built their dream home in Pali Hill. However, the recent reports have suggested that they will move into their new house during Diwali. The six-story house, which is valued at Rs 250 crore, appears to have been under construction for a long time. Previously, Raj Kapoor and his wife, Krishna Raj Kapoor, built the bungalow on the same property. Later, Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor received it. It will be the home of Ranbir's mother, Neetu Kapoor ...Read More >
Ektaa Kapoor's annual Diwali party was a star-studded event, drawing TV and Bollywood celebrities.Source : Manav Manglani It's that time of the year again when Diwali parties take over B-town, with celebrities coming together to celebrate the festival of lights in all its grandeur. Among the most talked-about events this season was producer Ektaa Kapoor's annual Diwali bash, which once again turned into a glittering affair filled with stars, style, and festive cheer. Known for hosting one of t ...Read More >
Kolkata, Oct 20 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee performed Kali Puja at her Kalighat residence here on Monday night, a tradition she has followed for over four decades, senior Trinamool Congress leaders said. Clad in a cotton saree, Banerjee took part in the rituals while her nephew and TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee participated in a yagna in front of the idol of the goddess. Large crowds gathered outside her residence to catch a glimpse of the celebrations. ...Read More >
Mumbai: Drama in the 'Bigg Boss 19' house increased manifold after the entry of wild card contestant Malti Chahar. In the latest promo of the reality show, Malti is seen slamming influencer Tanya Mittal for her 'Sati Savitri' image in the 'Bigg Boss' house, and calling her 'meme material'. Taking a dig at Tanya, Malti said that her 'sati savitri' image inside the house does not match with her real-life image as videos of her wearing miniskirts are doing the rounds on social media. During a co ...Read More >
While most of India worships Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity during Diwali, Bengal celebrates Kali Puja to honor the fierce Goddess of power and protection. Here's why the two traditions differ and how both represent light triumphing over darkness.India's diversity often shines brightest during its festivals, and Diwali is a perfect example of that. While homes across North India glow with diyas for Goddess Lakshmi, Bengal's night sky fills with chants of "Jai Maa Kali." The difference lies not i ...Read More >
Promoting Indian products ahead of Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared a video of an advertisement that features shops selling Indian products, including clothes, shoes, and other items. Sharing a post from the X handle of the Indian Government, he wrote on X, "Let's mark this festive season by celebrating the hard work, creativity, and innovation of 140 crore Indians." He also urged citizens to share what they have bought during the festive season on social media. "Do also ...Read More >
Thirty years of 'Diwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', the film that invited a subset of urbane women to 'come fall in love'. My qualifications to trace its journey involve being an accidental chronicler of the economics and mathematics of Shah Rukh Khan and his female fans. For fifteen years, I thought I was interviewing women about how they saw Khan. Instead, I discovered how these women saw themselves and their frustrated attempts to find love and livelihoods.Finer minds than mine have dissected every ...Read More >
He shared a picture of her and wrote, "Smita consciously used her cinematic journey as a medium to drive change. Her portrayals dared to question norms and dismantle stereotypes. Her ease with complex roles and her deep understanding of characters woven into our social fabric set her apart. She achieved so much within the brief span that destiny allowed. The brevity of her life will always feel like an unhealed grievance. On her birth anniversary, I fondly remember Smita Patil." Raj and Smita ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to Indians to celebrate the festive season by embracing 'Swadeshi' products, highlighting national pride in local craftsmanship and innovation. Sharing a message on Saturday evening on (Proudly say it's Swadeshi!). He encouraged sharing purchases on social media to inspire others, fostering a groundswell of support for domestic artisans and makers. The Prime Minister's message cited a dynamic video from MyGovIndia, featuring B ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 19 (ANI): As the festival of lights draws near, Bollywood celebrities are already immersed in Diwali celebrations. Veteran actor Neetu Kapoor hosted an intimate pre-Diwali gathering that turned into a star-studded family affair, with several members of the Kapoor clan in attendance. Taking to her Instagram stories, Neetu shared glimpses of the celebration held at her Mumbai residence. The pictures featured several members of the Kapoor family, including Ali ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 18 (PTI) Residents of a Delhi apartment complex that saw a massive fire Saturday afternoon said despite being a high-security building complex where several MPs and their staff lived, it lacked basic fire preparedness and was poorly maintained. They claimed that a few children were injured and taken to a hospital, and several families suffered heavy losses due to the fire at Brahmaputra Apartments in Baba Kharak Singh Marg area. The fire began on the ground floor, which was a pa ...Read More >
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