Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Samik Bhattacharya raised a demand in the Rajya Sabha on Friday to officially change the name of West Bengal to ‘Paschim Banga’.Speaking amidst the Parliamentary session, Bhattacharya argued that the current name ‘West Bengal’ carries a historical colonial baggage that needs to be discarded. He emphasized that the…
In a fresh move, the Supreme Court on Friday 14 August quashed all First Information Reports (FIRs) filed against standup comedian Samay Raina regarding controversies surrounding his comedy show, India’s Got Latent. The bench ruled that the creative expressions used in the show do not constitute criminal offenses under the Indian Penal Code.The court emphasized…
Bangladesh and India are actively negotiating a critical state visit by Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to New Delhi, potentially occurring as early as late next week. This highly anticipated diplomatic mission marks Prime Minister Rahman’s first official trip to India since his Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) assumed power in February 2026, ending an 18-month…
Amidst bomb threats ahead of Independence Day on 15 August, the Delhi Police have intensified security measures across the National Capital Territory Authority figures confirms that comprehensive sweeps of public spaces, transit hubs, and government buildings are currently underway. Specialized anti-sabotage teams, canine squads, and heightened electronic surveillance have been deployed to ensure public safety…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to travel to New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. India will host the high-level international gathering from September 12 to 13, 2026.The visit marks a crucial moment for diplomatic engagement between Tehran and New Delhi. It comes at a time of shifting geopolitical alliances and economic challenges…
In 1958, Kishore Kumar and Madhubala were not just making a comedy. They were unknowingly creating one of Hindi cinema’s most unforgettable chapters. A rare vintage photograph captures the two icons sitting together, surrounded by the filmmakers and artists who were actively shaping the industry’s golden age. Widely recognized as a snapshot from the muhurat…
Veteran actor Gajendra Chauhan recently shared a memorable behind-the-scenes anecdote from the filming of the 2003 hit movie Baghban, shining a light on the professionalism and humility of megastar Amitabh Bachchan. Chauhan, famous for playing Yudhishthir in the iconic television series Mahabharat, recalled his deep hesitation when tasked with shooting a highly confrontational scene. The…
A rare archival photograph from the 1965 sets of the blockbuster romantic drama Arzoo captures filmmaker Ramanand Sagar addressing a gathering alongside lead star Sadhana and a young Shelly Sagar.Sagar wrote, produced, and directed Arzoo, shaping it into a massive box-office success. The film was powered by the legendary trio of Sadhana, Rajendra Kumar, and…
Celebrating 37 years since its monumental release, the legendary action drama”Toofan” remains a definitive showcase of Amitabh Bachchan’s unparalleled star power and cinematic dominance. The film serves as a masterclass in the superstar’s ability to command the silver screen, anchoring the entire narrative with a deeply contrasted, powerful double role. Bachchan as the mysterious, bow-and-arrow-wielding…
In a nostalgic tribute to the golden era of Bollywood playback music, renowned composer Anu Malik shared fond memories of working with the legendary singer Kumar Sanu during the 1990s. Malik detailed how Sanu’s entry into the recording studio would instantly transform the environment, filling the room with an irreplaceable charm, positive energy, and immense…
