New Delhi hit back at the Dutch Prime Minister’s allegations on minority rights and press freedom, asserting that India is a vibrant, inclusive democracy where every community thrives. Amidst Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to The Hague Indian MEA Secretary (West) Sibi Georgedefended the country’s record. Officials highlighted that minorities represent a significant and growing…
Aankhiyon Se Goli Maare” from the film Dulhe Raja (1998).The folk song and the promise behind it traces back to an informal evening at T-Series founder Gulshan Kumar’s home. Gulshan Kumar called lyricist Sameer into his bedroom, humming a rustic Bhojpuri folk tune (“Jab se sipahi se bhaile havaldar, nathuniya se goli maare saiyan humaar…”)….
Actress Disha Pardeshi recounted that Sanjay Dutt got so incredibly immersed in playing the ruthless Afzal Khan ij the midst of Raja shivaji s he genuinely grabbed her throat amidst a dramatic scene. While filming a sequence where Afzal Khan touches her cheek and then violently restrains her, Dutt became so consumed by the method…
Notedly, Kolkata holds the distinction of building India’s first permanent cinema hall, the Elphinstone Picture Palace (later renamed Chaplin Cinema) in 1907. While Mumbai is recognized as the heart of modern Bollywood, Kolkata introduced the nation to organized cinema viewing. To understand the country’s cinematic roots, it helps to distinguish amid the first venues and…
Recently the Maharashtra government backtracked on a directive to remove Ola, Uber, and Rapido from app stores. Legal vulnerabilities and public backlash forced officials to reconsider the sweeping ban, shifting the focus away from a complete app shutdown. On Friday, the Maharashtra Cyber Department issued notices to Google and Apple under Section 79(3)(b) of the…
Amruta Fadnavis, banker, singer, and wife of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, put off her visit to the ongoing Cannes Festival being held from 13 to 23 May following the appeal by PM Modi to officials and public figures ro avoid unnecessary international travel and practice austerity. While being invited to represent Maharashtra’s cultural heritage…
Punjab Kings (PBKS) co-owner Preity Zinta was seen looking visibly dejected following the team’s crushing defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the IPL 2026 match. The tough loss at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala stretched the team’s losing streak to six games, leaving theirP0 playoff chances hanging by a thread. After the match, footage…
Mitchell Starc’s match-changing spell triggered a dramatic Rajasthan Royals collapse to guide the Delhi Capitals to a crucial 5-wicket victory. The win at the Arun Jaitley Stadium officially kept Delhi’s slim IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive. Rajasthan Royals (RR) looked entirely in control, racing to (160/2) in just 14 overs, largely fueled by teen sensation…
Marking his first visit to Norway in 43 years as Prime Minister PM Modi arrived in Oslo on May 18, 2026.His visit highlights a diplomatic push to transition historical ties into a transformative strategic alliance. The primary diplomatic event held in Oslo, which focused on Arctic collaboration, renewable energy, and green transitions.”Make in India”: Used…
The Canadian-raised playback singer recently returned to Canada’s Greater Toronto area to perform alongside musical maestro A.R. Rahman for his “Rangreza” musical spectacle. For Jonita, who grew up in nearby Brampton, the May 2026 performance at Meridian Hall was incredibly emotional. It served as a full-circle moment where she shared the stage with the legendary…
