Today, July 13, 2026, marks the 87th birth anniversary of legendary filmmaker Prakash Mehra.Born on July 13, 1939, Mehra remains one of the most influential directors and producers in Indian cinema history. His work completely reshaped the landscape of Bollywood during the 1970s and 1980s. He directed Zanjeer which catapulted Amitabh Bachchan to stardom. He…
The NDA’s recent mass defections and high-profile mergers including 7 AAP MPs in April and 3 TMC MPs in July have boosted the ruling coalition’s strength to 112, putting it comfortably ahead in the Upper House. The shifting landscape in the Rajya Sabha has drawn varied reactions, with some praising the strategic expansion of the…
This iconic throwback captures Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra walking the ramp at the grand music launch of Nikkhil Advani’s multi-starrer romantic anthology, “Salaam-E-Ishq” on December 2, 2006, in Mumbai. Subtitled“A Tribute to Love”, the highly anticipated 2007 film wove together six distinct, interconnected love stories exploring relationship complexities. In the movie, Salman Khan played…
Prime Minister Modi credited New Zealand’s space sector for contributing to the success of India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission, describing the partnership as a strong example of bilateral technological cooperation.He made these remarks while addressing the Indian diaspora in Auckland, highlighting growing synergy between the two nations’ space economies. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon also praised…
The early 1990s was a magical era for Bollywood, defined by high-octane drama, sweeping romances, and unforgettable star pairings. At the heart of this golden period was Vinod Dewan’s ( son of veteran filmmakerTC Dewan) directorial venture“Shaandaar”, a commercial entertainer that remains a nostalgic treasure for vintage cinema lovers. The film brought together an incredible…
Veteran playback singer Sowcar Janaki, the “Nightingale of South India,” passed away in Mysuru at age 88. She defined generations of Indian music with over 48,000 songs recorded across multiple languages in a prolific career spanning six decades. Reports of her demise indicate she passed away following prolonged age-related health issues. Her passing marks the…
In the midst of his final engagement in Australia, Prime Minister Modi gifted legendary Australian cricketer Steve Waugh an archival, framed photograph of their first meeting nearly 20 years ago. The touching moment occurred at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground while PM Modi was serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. The rare throwback keepsake…
Dharmendra and Mumtaz defined the 1960s and 1970s with their on-screen magic. Blending Dharmendra’s rugged charm and Mumtaz’s vivaciousness in classics like “Loafer”,”Jheel Ke Us Paar” their alliance was a perfect storm of natural warmth and vibrant entertainment. Off-screen, they shared a deep, mutual respect built on pure friendship rather than romance. Their off-camera camaraderie…
In a swift and efficient operation, the Rabodi Police traced and recovered a stolen gold mangalsutra worth approximately ₹3.5 lakh within one hour after it allegedly went missing from a residence in Thane. According to police, complainant Anuja Ajit Sawant, 58-year old resident of Runwal Nagar, Kolbad Road, Thane, reported that her 2.5-tola gold mangalsutra…
