Maha CM Devendra Fadnavis visits Pawan Kalyan in Mumbai Hospital after shoulder surgery
In a gesture that underscorthe the growing political camaraderie between two key BJP allies, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday visited Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai, where the actor-politician is recuperating after undergoing a successful shoulder surgery. Fadnavis, who arrived at the hospital on…
From a shoestring budget to blockbuster A rare look behind the scenes of the 1978 Classic”Don”
This legendary behind-the-scenes photograph captures a poignant moment from the making of Don (1978), where director Chandra Barot and producer Nariman Irani are deep in discussion with Amitabh Bachchan. The classic action thriller was famously produced on a shoestring budget to help Irani recover from severe financial losses. Tragically, Irani passed away in an accident…
Character is revealed through execution, not execution of rhetoric. Amitabh Jeetendra
Amitabh Bachchan and Jeetendra’s ability to coexist without manufactured drama speaks to the distinct cinematic spaces they carved out in the 1970s and 1980s. While Amitabh dominated with his intense, brooding screen presence, Jeetendra thrived through high-energy dance numbers and popular family entertainers.They actually complemented each other’s success rather than competing. Instead of being pitted…
Sonam Wangchuk defiant on Day 18 of fast: “Ask Government why It refuses to listen”
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is in his third week of an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, demanding theresignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following the NEET-UG examination paper leak scandal. His fast, which began on June 28, has led to severe health complications, including a weight loss of over 8.5…
Subhash Ghai remembers Pyarelal on passing of wife Sunila Pyarelal
Smt. Sunila Pyarelal, wife of legendary music composer Pyarelal Sharma (of the iconic Laxmikant-Pyarelal duo), peacefully passed away at the age of 78 on July 12, 2026. Known affectionately as “Amma,” she was widely remembered for her warmth and grace. Her funeral was held on July 13 at the Santacruz Crematorium in Mumbai. Legendary Filmmaker…
Speaker Om Birla to allot new seats to 20 Rebel TMC MPs merged with NCPI
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is expected to allot new division numbers and seating arrangements to 20 former Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs who have merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI). The rebel MPs have formally requested separate seating in the House and a dedicated office in the Parliament complex. The decision to…
NCP (SP) Sets Terms for Delimitation Bill Support
Amid rising political buzz in Maharashtra, NCP (SP) Working President Supriya Sule announced that her party will support the Centre’s proposed Delimitation Bill, but with a strict condition. The party is demanding a uniform 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats across all states to maintain a balanced federal structure.Sule also firmly dismissed ongoing speculation about…
Beyond the shadow of Suchitra Sen – Moon Moon Sen
While her mother, legendary actress Suchitra Sen, chose the power of a reclusive silence, Moon Moon Sen stepped into the light to embrace her own vibrant glamour. Two different women from two different eras, bound by an unspoken affection that never needed the spotlight. By honoring her mother’s desire for privacy, Moon Moon proved that…
Why Punjab has becomePM Modi’s ultimate must-win State
The upcoming elections have turned Punjab into the most critical battleground for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. For the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), winning over this agrarian border state is no longer just about expanding its national footprint it is a vital test of political resilience and structural strategy. Winning Punjab requires directly addressing the…
Monsoon to stir back by weekend fresh low-pressure area over northwestern Bay of Bengal.
Mumbai is currently in a brief monsoon lull, experiencing sticky humidity and temperatures around 29°C that “feel like” 35°C. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), relief from this muggy summer-like stretch is on the way. Clear skies are giving way to increasing cloud cover, with light evening drizzles starting tonight and a steady revival…
