Mumbai: A Sessions court on Thursday released on bail a man who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on charges of extorting money from filmmaker Rakesh Roshan.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Student shoots at schoolmate over trivial dispute
Lucknow: A Class 9 student shot at his schoolmate over a trivial dispute in a Uttar Pradesh town, police said Thursday. The victim is battling for life at a hospital while the attacker has run away.
Andhra Pradesh: Cash seized from three trucks on the way to Bellary
Hyderabad: The Anantpur Police in Andhra Pradesh has seized three sacks of money; it had currency notes in the denominations of 500 and 1000.
Modi's new avatar makes Society magazine cover
New Delhi: For their most recent front cover, Society magazine, an Indian monthly dedicated to lifestyles of the rich and well-connected, made an unexpected choice - Gujarat's chief minister, Narendra Modi, arguably India's most controversial major political figure.
After petrol, LPG prices to go up?
New Delhi: After the Rs. 3 per litre hike in petrol prices today, middle-income households may have to shell out more for domestic cooking gas.
The government will consider a proposal of capping the number of subsidised LPG cylinders to households. An Empowered Group of Ministers (EGOM) will meet tomorrow under the chairmanship of Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee.
The government will consider a proposal of capping the number of subsidised LPG cylinders to households. An Empowered Group of Ministers (EGOM) will meet tomorrow under the chairmanship of Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee.
In Gujarat, a feast of fasts: First Modi, then Vaghela
Factional feud in Kerala over St Peter's shrine
Kolencherry, Kerala: One of the oldest churches in India, the Syrian Orthodox Church in central Kerala is in the grip of an intense feud. The fight between rival factions of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church is now spilling onto the streets. The bone of contention is the ancient church in Kolencherry, which both warring Orthodox and Jacobite factions claim as theirs. The trouble has become worse, after a recent court order, which handed over control of the church to the Orthodox group.
One in five students in Maharashtra's Nanded district do not exist
Nanded: It's an alarming trend. Despite Rs.27,000 being spent on education by the Mahrashtra government, the money, it seems, is not translating into better educational facilities for the students. Instead, in the Nanded district of Maharashtra, schools are getting fake students to show bigger numbers. In fact, in many schools here, one out of five students, exist only on paper.
Heavy rain lashes Delhi on second consecutive day
New Delhi: Heavy rain lashed the national capital for the second consecutive day, bringing back cases of water logging, as well as traffic problems in many parts of the city.
After hike in petrol prices, will there be limit on number of subsidised LPG cylinders?
New Delhi: After the Rs. 3 per litre hike in petrol prices, middle-income households may have to shell out more for domestic cooking gas.
If Amar Singh speaks, many will be in trouble: Jaya Prada
New Delhi: Amar Singh's close confidante, actress and MP Jaya Prada on Thursday warned that many will be in trouble if truth is revealed by the former Samajwadi Party leader, who is an accused in the cash-for-votes scandal.
Katrina Kaif and Ali Zafar bond over music
Katrina Kaif has already taken baby steps towards being a guitar player by learning a few important chords. Now, she and Pakistani singer-actorAli Zafar are bonding over music. Do we see an album in the making?
Mere Brother Ki Dulhan
Imran Khan, Katrina Kaif, Ali Zafar, Parikshit Sahni, Kanwaljeet, Tara D’Souza
For a film that dots every single I and crosses every single T, there couldn’t have been a better title. Me, My Brother, His Bride. Got it? Okay then.
Abhishek injured while shooting 'Bol Bachchan'
Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan received minor injuries while shooting a scene for his next film 'Bol Bachchan' at City Place here today.
He was shooting with a rickshaw and fell from it, according to the sources. Bachchan received mild injuries on hand and leg.
With Love from Shahid
He is completely at peace with his chocolate-boy image. Having proved his versatility with Kaminey, Shahid Kapoor does not mind doing yet another love story. This time, for his father’s directorial debut, Mausam. Often in news for his alleged relationships and break-ups with Bollywood’s reigning divas, we are informed before the interview that he would not like to be asked questions regarding his personal life. However, during the course of the conversation with Dipti Nagpaul-D’Souza , the actor confesses his love for epic love stories and his belief in unconditional love
Ban for India 'affair' actress Nikhita Thukral reversed
The ban on Indian actress Nikhita Thukral from Kannada language films, because of an alleged affair with another actor, has been overturned.
The Kannada Film Producers' Association imposed the three-year ban earlier this week, saying Ms Thukral had spoiled the "domestic harmony of a fellow actor".
Ban on Nikitha lifted
The Kannada Film Producers Association has decided to lift the 3-year ban imposed on Nikitha following widespread protests from the film fraternity, women’s group and social activists.
Nikitha Thukral was banned by the Producers Association following actor Darshan’s wife Vijayalakshmi alleging that the actress was the main cause for the rift in her family.
Bollywood actors launch music of film ‘Rascals’ in Mumbai
Mumbai: Bollywood actors Ajay Devgan, Sanjay Dutt and Lisa Haydon launched the music of their upcoming comedy film ‘Rascals’ here on Wednesday.
Salman "clueless" as Bodyguard shatters records
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As Salman Khan recuperates from a complicated nerve surgery in the US, his latest release Bodyguard continues to make and break a slew of records at the box-office. By Sunday, the film is set to become Salman's biggest overseas hit to date. It firmly establishes him in the overseas market, previously under the sway of arch-rival Shah Rukh Khan.
US report praises Modi's style of governance
A US Congressional report has hailed Gujarat as the best example of effective governance and impressive development in India.
The report prepared by Congressional Research Service also praised Gujarat CM Narendra Modi saying the state under him has become a key driver of national economic growth.
Cornered Maken announces Rs.1.5 lakh for each Indian hockey team player
New Delhi, Sep 14 (ANI): With controversy surrounding the prize money given to the Indian hockey team for winning the Asian Champions Trophy gained momentum, a cornered Sports Minister Ajay Maken on Wednesday clarified that players of the winning side will automatically get a cash reward of Rs.1.5 lakh each.
Your key to reach the right employers
Internships are an important part of one’s learning process in today’s corporate world. Nothing prepares you better for a career than ‘learning on the job’ and an internship is the way to gain that knowledge and exposure. If you and your work get noticed during this time it may even lead to employment. This can be a great start to your career.
HIGHLIGHTS - Asia Q3 business sentiment by country
TOKYO (Reuters) - Sentiment at Asia's top companies fell in the third quarter, hitting its lowest since the fourth quarter of 2009 as uncertainty about the global economy and rising costs weighed, a Reuters survey showed.
The Reuters Asia Corporate Sentiment Index fell to 63 from 71 in the second quarter of 2011. An index above 50 indicates a positive outlook.
Cheers! Heineken is here
BEER drinkers in India can say cheers! Heineken, the cult beer brand, is now available in the country’s markets with United Breweries (UB) Ltd announcing the launch of the locally brewed and bottled Heineken beer from its brewery in Tajola near Mumbai.
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Kumar Sangakkara: A Century Well Earned
Kumar Sangakkara will become the fifth Sri Lankan cricketer to play 100 Tests during the third and final match against Australia. He'll join the giants of the island, Muttiah Muralitharan {133 matches}, Mahela Jayawardene {121}, Chaminda Vaas {111} and Sanath Jayasuriya {110}, in passing the milestone.
Playing Aayat was challenging: Sonam
Sonam Kapoor debut movie may not have lived up to the box-office expectations, but it was enough to cement her position in the showbiz terra firma. Next came films like 'Delhi-6', 'I Hate Luv Storys' which set her up prominently as a romantic heroine whereas 'Aisha' proved that this glamour girl has an impeccable fashion sense too (‘be confident and don’t dress to impress’ is her tip). But this gorgeous actress can also be quite sassy if you rub her the wrong way. ('Who told you I don’t get along with Shahid?' when asked about their rumoured not-so friendly equation). As she readies for her upcoming release 'Mausam', Sonam says that her role is similar to Nutan’s in ‘Bandini’. In a free wheeling chat with Yahoo! Movies, the actress tells us why playing Aayat was more challenging than any other role.
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