The evolution of women`s clergy robes in various religious communities is not just a matter of liturgical interest but also serves as a vibrant narrative of societal transformation. These garments, emblematic of spiritual authority, have mirrored the broader changes in social attitudes towards gender equality and the role of women in leadership.... [Read More]
13 May,2024 06:07 PM IST | Mumbai | S KannanIndian tennis star Sumit, who attracted attention and grabbed headlines here from the Monte Carlo Masters earlier this week, has walked a rough road which included an empty stomach and a light pocket... [Read More]
14 April,2024 07:30 AM IST | Mumbai | S KannanAfter attending the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Indian actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas and her husband Nick Jonas spent their time enjoying the picturesque locale... [Read More]
14 December,2024 12:33 PM ISTRain continued to batter several districts across Tamil Nadu on Friday and the Thamirabarani river was in spate due to continuous downpour in the southern districts. Pics/PTI... [Read More]
13 December,2024 09:56 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
13 December,2024 10:53 PM ISTMultiple Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi and Indian tennis legend Rohan Bopanna alongside former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes made their appearances for the Pickleball World Rankings (PWR) grand launch of its pickleball league, the PWR DUPR India League press conference at ITC Parel Mumbai. Here is all you need to know (Pic: Ashish Rane)... [Read More]
13 December,2024 09:11 PM ISTOn the momentous occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary Raj Kapoor, R.K. Films, Film Heritage Foundation, and NFDC-National Film Archive of India proudly present Raj Kapoor 100 – Celebrating the Centenary of the Greatest Showman. This grand retrospective will showcase ten iconic films by the celebrated producer, director, and actor across 40 cities and 135 cinemas in India from December 13 to December 15, 2024. Today, to kick-start the festival, the Kapoor Khandaan hosted a grand event in Mumbai. Check out the pictures from the event!... [Read More]
13 December,2024 09:32 PM ISTAhead of the third Test match against Australia, one of Team India`s biggest challenges will be Travis Head. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)... [Read More]
13 December,2024 08:20 PM ISTMaharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated World Hindu Economic Forum at Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai on Friday (PICS/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI)... [Read More]
13 December,2024 06:53 PM ISTMaharashtra IAS officer Ashwini Bhide has been transferred and appointed as the Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Pics/X... [Read More]
13 December,2024 05:50 PM ISTIn a tragic incident, a motorcyclist was severely injured after a crane fell on the eastern expressway. The crane was traveling towards Bhandup from Alibaug on a trailer along the eastern expressway. While descending the Ghatkopar bridge, the trailer`s rope snapped, causing the crane to fall onto the road below. A motorcyclist came under the crane, and his legs were severed from his body. He has been admitted to Sion Hospital for treatment. The Ghatkopar bridge has been closed for traffic for the last six hours, and traffic is being diverted via the service road.... [Read More]
14 December,2024 12:51 PM ISTAmid the ongoing civil war in Syria, four Indian nationals who were evacuated from conflict-ridden Syria arrived at Delhi`s IGI Airport on December 14. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), a total of 77 Indian citizens have been brought back from Syria as of the same day. Syria`s newly appointed Prime Minister, Mohammed al-Bashir, has prioritized the repatriation of Syrian refugees living abroad as a major initiative. However, the government is grappling with several challenges, including recent unrest near the tomb of Hafez al-Assad, which was set on fire. Additionally, concerns about Syria`s political future—particularly Iran’s influence in the region—have been raised by Hezbollah and Israeli officials.... [Read More]
14 December,2024 12:42 PM ISTIcon star Allu Arjun was arrested on Friday from his Hyderabad home and charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder following the death of a 39-year-old mother of two in the December 4 stampede at a theatre screening of his film `Pushpa 2: The Rule.` The Telangana High Court granted him interim bail. Speaking to the media outside his residence, Allu Arjun expressed that he is a law-abiding citizen who will comply with judicial processes. He called the tragic incident unfortunate, noting that he had been attending Sandhya Theatre for the last 20 years to watch his and his uncle Megastar Chiranjeevi`s films without witnessing anything like this. The `Pushpa 2` star also stated that he would offer his full support to the victim’s family.... [Read More]
14 December,2024 11:44 AM ISTOn the centenary of Raj Kapoor`s birth anniversary, let`s revisit a clip from Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist, where his grandson and superstar Ranbir Kapoor shared how Yash Chopra once expressed interest in making a biopic on the legendary filmmaker. Ranbir revealed that the Kapoor family would not allow anyone to make a biopic on Raj Kapoor, explaining that such a project would require access to many confidential files. Watch the video for more... [Read More]
13 December,2024 08:03 PM ISTIcon star Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with a stampede at Sandhya Theatre during the premiere of his latest hit Pushpa 2 on December 4, which resulted in the death of a 35-year-old woman and left her son critically injured. A case was filed against the actor, his security, and theatre management, accusing them of poor crowd control. On December 13, the police took Allu Arjun into custody, citing a lack of prior notification of his visit and inadequate security measures. Allu Arjun has announced Rs 25 lakh assistance for the deceased`s family, expressing his heartbreak over the tragedy.... [Read More]
13 December,2024 07:56 PM ISTPan-India superstar Allu Arjun, currently basking in the success of `Pushpa 2: The Rule,` expressed his heartfelt gratitude to both Indian and international audiences for their overwhelming love and support. He acknowledged that this incredible journey began with `Pushpa: The Rise,` particularly the warm reception from the Hindi film industry. Allu Arjun extended his thanks to his fans across all states and their respective film industries. He also paid a special tribute to his director, Sukumar, for his unwavering belief in his talent and for his constant support in shaping his craft... [Read More]
13 December,2024 07:41 PM ISTThe musical drama series Bandish Bandits is returning for its second season on Prime Video. The cast and crew gathered for a recent screening event, bringing together the entire team with lead actors Ritwik Bhowmik, Shreya Choudhary, Kunaal Roy Kapur, Divya Dutta, Sheeba Chaddha, and Yashaswini Dayama in attendance, along with director Anand Tiwari. The event marked an exciting moment for the team as they celebrated the return of the beloved series.... [Read More]
13 December,2024 07:33 PM ISTVeteran Bollywood actresses Padmini Kolhapure and Poonam Dhillon organised a musical tribute to Raj Kapoor on his centenary birth anniversary, sharing personal stories about the legendary actor and his lasting influence on the film industry. Poonam Dhillon highlighted the industry`s collective effort to celebrate Raj Kapoor and mentioned how Padmini Kolhapure even encouraged her family, including niece Shraddha Kapoor, to join in the tribute. They also spoke about the Kapoor family`s support for the event and recalled Kapoor`s recent visit with PM Narendra Modi, where the Prime Minister discussed promoting Indian cinema in the way Raj Kapoor had. When asked if anyone today could match his legacy, both actresses agreed that no one could replace or replicate the legendary Raj Kapoor.... [Read More]
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