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The state of Chhattisgarh has been nationally recognized by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, for its outstanding work under the District Mineral Foundation Trust (DMF). During a one-day...
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has called for a detailed police investigation into the mysterious death of celebrated filmmaker Anik Dutta. In a post on X, Adhikari described Dutta’s...
Beloved for her honey-dripping voice in countless Bollywood hits, Shreya Ghoshal is no stranger to magic-making in the recording booth. But now, the National Award winner is eyeing a bolder leap:...
Every Bollywood success story has its share of struggles, but Manoj Bajpayee's ascent stands out for a serendipitous encounter that altered everything. Hailing from a rural Bihar backdrop, this...
In the high-stakes world of Bollywood, few careers boast the dramatic arcs of Kangana Ranaut's. Her portrayal in 'Fashion' not only clinched a National Award but also marked her toughest emotional...
Flashback to 2012: a sea of 400 aspiring actresses queued up for Karan Johar's youthful drama 'Student of the Year.' Among them was Alia Bhatt, daughter of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, proving that even...
From crafting chart-topping lyrics to composing soulful melodies, Swanand Kirkire has now conquered the web series realm with 'Bandwaale'. Premiering February 13 on Prime Video, the musical-comedy...
Varun Grover's transformation from a corporate engineer to a celebrated stand-up comic, screenwriter, and lyricist is the stuff of motivational tales. Hailing from a military family, his early years...
Vineet Kumar Singh recalls the moment 'Mukkabaaz' changed his destiny. 'The film opened new paths and gave me the flight of self-confidence,' he reveals, looking back at the gritty boxing drama that...
Bollywood's power couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have melted hearts worldwide with the announcement of their son's name, a nod to Vicky's unforgettable role in 'Uri: The Surgical Strike'. On...
Rishab Shetty, a prominent figure in South Indian cinema, has established himself as a successful director in a relatively short period. His directorial debut, 'Ricky,' released in 2016, marked his...
In a heartfelt reflection, acclaimed Gujarati litterateur Ratilal Borisagar shared his astonishment at being selected for the Padma Award. The veteran writer, who has been actively engaged in...
Palak Muchhal, the voice behind youth anthems in films like Aashiqui 2 and MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, recently shared a nostalgic glimpse into her past that continues to inspire her. Twenty-six...
Jodhpur's academic circles are buzzing with pride as Dr. Raj Kumar, Vice-Chancellor of Jai Narain Vyas University (JRU), receives the coveted SR Bhandari National Award for excellence in the field of...