Voting for the Second phase of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections began on April 26. Several politicians, businessmen, actors and top ranking officials from the Bengaluru constituency of Karnataka came forward to cast their votes today. Businessman Narayana Murty cast his vote at the BES polling station in Bengaluru along with his wife and author Sudha Murty. Voting for remaining seats in Karnataka will take place on May 07 and results will be declared on June 04. Sudha Murty shared a special message for young voters after casting her vote in the Lok Saba elections 2024. She urged people to come out and vote. She emphasized the importance of active participation. "I want to tell everyone- don't sit at home, come out and vote, choose your leader. I always feel that urban people vote less as compared to those in rural areas. I request youngsters to come out and vote,” said Sudha Murty. Actor Prakash Raj also cast his vote. Watch video.
26 April,2024 12:04 PM IST
An Aamir Khan song that has stuck with audiences for 36 years is ‘Papa Kehte Hain’ from ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak’, sung originally by Udit Narayan. Now, there’s a new version out that’s catching everyone’s attention. The latest version features in the upcoming biopic ‘Srikanth’, starring Rajkummar Rao in the lead role. At the song launch on Monday, Aamir and Udit reunited and took a trip down memory lane. Udit recalled how he was nervous when he first met Aamir 36 years ago. Watch the video for more
23 April,2024 05:08 PM IST
A slew of celebs attended the special screening of MAMI Select, a collection of films shot on iPhone, in Mumbai on Thursday. Newly engaged couple Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth, marked their first public appearance post-engagement. They were joined by other stars like Mouni Roy, Shabana Azmi, Kiran Rao, Prajakta Kohli, Taaruk Raina, Jim Sarbh, Vijay Varma, Sobhita Dhulipala, Zoya Akhtar, and Gaurav Chaudhary and others on the red carpet
19 April,2024 01:32 PM IST
Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon embarked on a spiritual journey to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, offering prayers and soaking in the serene ambience. The duo later enjoyed a tranquil boat ride along the picturesque ghats of Varanasi. Ranveer donned a sophisticated all-white kurta pyjama ensemble, while Kriti radiated elegance in a mustard salwar suit. Their visit drew hundreds of fans outside the temple, eager to catch a glimpse of their beloved stars. Ranveer expressed his profound emotions, stating his lifelong devotion to Lord Shiva and the unique experience of visiting Kashi for the first time. Kriti Sanon highlighted the remarkable development initiatives undertaken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kashi over the past decade, emphasizing the seamless blend of modernity with traditional Indian culture. Both actors commended PM Modi’s ‘Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi’ campaign, which advocates for the preservation of heritage alongside progressive development.
15 April,2024 07:35 PM IST
Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon embarked on a spiritual journey to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, offering prayers and soaking in the serene ambience. The duo later enjoyed a tranquil boat ride along the picturesque ghats of Varanasi. Ranveer donned a sophisticated all-white kurta pyjama ensemble, while Kriti radiated elegance in a mustard salwar suit. Their visit drew hundreds of fans outside the temple, eager to catch a glimpse of their beloved stars. Ranveer expressed his profound emotions, stating his lifelong devotion to Lord Shiva and the unique experience of visiting Kashi for the first time. Kriti Sanon highlighted the remarkable development initiatives undertaken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kashi over the past decade, emphasizing the seamless blend of modernity with traditional Indian culture. Both actors commended PM Modi’s ‘Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi’ campaign, which advocates for the preservation of heritage alongside progressive development.
15 April,2024 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai
As Ramadan comes to an end, Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations kick in across the country. Muslims across the country gathered at religious places to offer Eid prayers. An air of festivity and celebration was palpable at Delhi’s iconic Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. Devotees filled the Jama Masjid in bright attires on April 11 to offer prayers on Eid. In Mumbai, devotees gathered at Mahim Masjid to offer ‘namaz’ on Eid-ul-Fitr. Devotees in MP’s Bhopal offered Eid prayers at Eidgah with family and friends. Eidgah in Assam’s Guwahati witnessed a large number of devotees on the occasion of revered Eid. Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The festival is of great significance due to the moon sighting which has been part of Islamic culture for a long time. It is believed that Prophet Muhammad used to wait for news of sightings of the crescent moon as it indicated the beginning of a new month.
11 April,2024 11:14 AM IST
The vibrant and joyous festival of Gudi Padwa was celebrated by Hoisting the traditional Gudi and prayer to it on the New year for the Hindus on Gudi Padwa in Mumbai on 9th of April. People were seen participating in the Shobha Rally. Women were seen dressed in traditional attire and participated in the Rally to mark the Marathi New Year Gudi Padwa. They danced their hearts out on the beats of dhol and nagadas. The festival was celebrated with full vigor and enthusiasm. Gudi Padwa ocassion signals yeh onset of the warmer days and the spring season. This year Gudi Padwa has coincided with the first day of the Chaitra Navratri and festivals like Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh, Cheti Chand and Ugadi that are celebrated in different parts of the country.
09 April,2024 12:59 PM IST
Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam was expelled from the party on April 04. Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, Sanjay Nirupam lashed out at Congress leadership and said, “I made an announcement yesterday and sent my resignation to Mallikarjun Kharge at around 10:40. I think right after they made this decision (to expel me from the party)...Congress party is a completely scattered party and the leaders of the party have also said that its ideology is directionless."Further, he said, "Earlier there used to be one power centre in the Congress party... but now there are five power centres in the Congress party and all five have their own lobbies which keep clashing with each other...In these five centres, first is Sonia Gandhi, second is Rahul Gandhi, third is Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, fourth is Mallikarjun Kharge and last is Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal ji... all of them are doing politics in their own way..."
04 April,2024 04:25 PM IST
Actor-turned-politician, BJP candidate Kangana Ranaut offered prayers at revered deity Baba Bhootnath temple of Mandi, on April 01. She also performed a ‘Parikrama’ of the temple and had a chat with the priest. Kangana also performed traditional ‘Pahari dance’ during bhajan-kirtan at the temple. As per rituals, Kangana whispered in Nandi bulls’s ear the sacred bull and devoted vehicle of Lord Shiva Earlier, Kangana Renaut and other BJP leaders arrived in Mandi for a party meeting ahead of the Lok Sabha Elections. Kangana Ranaut is making a political debut from Mandi, Lok Sabha Constituency for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections. Watch video for more.
02 April,2024 11:26 AM IST
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