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Parveen Babi was original choice for 'Silsila', reveals Ranjeet

Parveen Babi was original choice for 'Silsila', reveals Ranjeet

Silsila, a cult classic in the Indian film industry, rules the hearts of movie enthusiasts even decades after its release. The film featured luminaries like Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Rekha, Shashi Kapoor, and Sanjeev Kapoor in prominent roles. However, not many know that Parveen Babi was the first choice for the character. She was later replaced by Jaya Bachchan in the film. Veteran actor Ranjeet recently revealed how Parveen reacted to the news of getting replaced in the film

04 April,2024 11:53 AM IST
Citizenship Amendment Act: Tharoor criticizes CAA implementation by Modi Govt

Citizenship Amendment Act: Tharoor criticizes CAA implementation by Modi Govt

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on March 12 said that the implementation of CAA is morally and constitutionally wrong and that he is in favour of Congress and INDI Alliance to take the implementation of CAA in the Supreme Court and raise objections against it. On top of that Thiruvananthapuram MP said that Congress will withdraw the provision of CAA if voted to power.   “I consider this morally and constitutionally wrong... I'm fully in support of the decision of the Indian Union Muslim League to go to the Supreme Court against this. And I must say, if the INDIA alliance and the Congress party come to power, we will withdraw this provision of the law beyond any shadow of a doubt. It's going to be in our manifesto. We will not support introducing religion into our citizenship and our nation's life

12 March,2024 02:41 PM IST
Raisina Dialogue 2024:

Raisina Dialogue 2024: "It's a good innovation", says Shashi Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised Raisina Dialogue which is being held in Delhi. He said it will give a good image to India’s diplomacy. Tharoor also mentioned that the Raisina Dialogue is a very good initiative and it will be a major forum for the country. According to the UN diplomat, Raisina Dialogue makes India a place where several countries about 118 countries this time, come to see what's going on in India. Watch the video to know what more he said.

23 February,2024 12:50 PM IST
Qatar Death Penalty: Shashi Tharoor lauds India's foreign diplomacy

Qatar Death Penalty: Shashi Tharoor lauds India's foreign diplomacy

A big diplomatic win for India; 8 of the former Navy officials were freed by Qatar on February 12. Former Navy men were accused of allegedly spying on a submarine programme and were sentenced to Qatar Death penalty. Meanwhile, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor congratulated those who worked behind the scenes for their release. Seven of the total eight former Indian Navy personnel returned home from Qatar on February 12. The capital punishment was later commuted to an extended prison term following diplomatic intervention by MEA. Earlier, MEA had assured that it would arrange legal assistance to bring Ex-Navy veterans back home. Notably, PM Modi met with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on the sidelines of COP 28 Summit in Dubai. On Oct 30, 2023, External Affairs Minister met with the family members of 8 Indians detained in Qatar.

12 February,2024 02:49 PM IST
Ranbir Kapoor: Yash Chopra wanted to make a biopic on Raj Kapoor

Ranbir Kapoor: Yash Chopra wanted to make a biopic on Raj Kapoor

On the occasion of Raj Kapoor's birth anniversary, let's go back to a clip from Mid-day.com's Sit With Hitlist where his grandson and superstar Ranbir Kapoor talked about how Yash Chopra showed great interest in making a biopic on the filmmaker. Ranbir revealed that the Kapoor family would not allow anyone to make a biopic on Raj Kapoor. To make a biopic, a lot of classified files are required to be opened, he said. Watch the video for more

14 December,2023 03:37 PM IST
LS Ethics committee members call out Mahua Moitra’s outburst

LS Ethics committee members call out Mahua Moitra’s outburst

A day after TMC MP Mahua Moitra appeared before the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee over cash-for-query cash, the committee chairman and members revealed on November 3 what happened during the hearing. All the committee members alleged that the TMC MP went beyond the level of decency and used filthy language. After the hearing, Mahua Moitra said that opposition members raised questions over the line of questioning and asked “personal questions.” Moitra is facing 'Cash for Query' charges made by Dubey, who alleged that the Trinamool MP had taken bribes from Dubai-based businessman Hiranandani to raise questions in Parliament to target the Adani Group. 

04 November,2023 10:56 AM IST | Mumbai
Apple’s “state-sponsored attack” warning triggers political war

Apple’s “state-sponsored attack” warning triggers political war

Multiple political leaders including Congress leader Shashi Tharoor and TMC MP Mahua Moitra have alleged that their Apple devices have been the victim of alleged hacking. The leaders shared the screenshot of the warning received on their Apple devices. BJP denied the allegations leveled by Opposition over Apple’s “state-sponsored attack” warning and party MP Ravi Shankar Prasad called the accusations “baseless”. 

31 October,2023 03:40 PM IST

"Cheap politics",Shashi Tharoor breaks silence on viral photos with Mahua Moitra

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Monday slammed the circulation of photographs showing him with Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra, saying that it was “an act of cheap politics”. The Thiruvananthapuram MP said that the photographs were taken during Moitra's birthday party, which was attended by around 15 persons, including his sister. He said that photographs were cropped before being shared on social media by trolls. Last week, Moitra had also reacted to the photographs saying that she was amused at seeing her photos circulating on social media and had accused the “BJP's troll sena” of being behind it.

25 October,2023 05:15 PM IST | Mumbai
Shashi Tharoor explains why Congress backs Palestine

Shashi Tharoor explains why Congress backs Palestine

In the wake of the surprise attack by Hamas in Israel, Congress extended its support for Palestine. Congress called for an “immediate cease-fire” between Israeli forces and Hamas militant group. The resolution passed by the Congress Working Committee supported the rights of the Palestinian people. Meanwhile, Congress Leader Shashi Tharoor explained why his party supported Palestine. 

11 October,2023 05:47 PM IST | Mumbai
Nijjar Row: Shashi Tharoor criticises Trudeau’s allegation on India

Nijjar Row: Shashi Tharoor criticises Trudeau’s allegation on India

Amid the ongoing Nijjar row, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticised the expulsion of the Indian diplomat from Canada. The strained relationship between India-Canada reached an all-time low after the Canadian PM alleged India’s involvement in Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing. The allegation triggered a political storm as Canada expelled a top Indian diplomat and stated his involvement in Nijjar’s murder. Hours later, India rejected the allegation made by Canada and expelled a Canadian diplomat in a tit-for-tat move. 

21 September,2023 12:21 PM IST

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