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Saurabh Bhardwaj inspects healthcare arrangements at govt dispensary in Delhi HC
New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Delhi Cabinet Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj on Monday took stock of the healthcare arrangements at the government dispensary located in the premises of Delhi High Court, an official said.
2023-09-25
Category: National/Human Interest/Society/Politics/Health,
Doctors successfully perform 1st bone marrow transplant at Safdarjung Hospital
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) A team of doctors successfully performed the maiden bone marrow transplant at the Safdarjung Hospital here.
2023-08-22
Category: National/HEALTH/MEDICINE/Human Interest/Society,
Sandeep Modi, Vipul Amrutlal Shah on changing representation of LGBTQIA+ on screen
Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) As the world celebrates Pride Month in June, Sandeep Modi, the director of the soon-to-be-released 'The Night Manager: Part 2' and the writer of the Sushmita Sen-starrer streaming show 'Aarya', feels that the audience also is now more open to the idea that LGBTQIA+ characters represent the truth of our times.
2023-06-24
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
UP: In a first, RMLIMS doctors perform rare spinal surgery
Lucknow, June 16 (IANS) Doctors at the Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) have successfully performed a complex surgical procedure on the spine called Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) with deformity correction on two debilitated patients. Less than five surgeons are trained for this procedure in India.
2023-06-16
Category: India, Uttar Pradesh,National,Health/Medicine,Human Interest/Society
Brain waves may predict cognitive issues in Parkinson's: Indian American-led study
New York, June 14 (IANS) A study led by an Indian-American researcher has found that a few minutes of data recorded from a single electrode placed on top of the head may be sufficient to predict thinking problems, including dementia, in patients with Parkinson's disease.
2023-06-14
Category: International, United States,Diaspora,Health/Medicine,Human Interest/Society
Raveena felicitates Onir with Kashish Rainbow Warrior Award for 'Pine Cone'
Mumbai, June 8 (IANS) Filmmaker Onir was felicitated by actress Raveena Tandon with the prestigious Kashish Rainbow Warrior Award at the opening ceremony of the 14th Kashish International Queer Film Festival for his film 'Pine Cone', recently. The event celebrated diversity, inclusion, and the power of cinema.
2023-06-08
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Kannada actress Prema takes ramp walk with cancer survivors to spread message of courage
Bangalore, June 4 (IANS) Kannada actress Prema took a ramp walk with cancer survivors to spread the message of courage and positivity about beating the dreaded and stigmatised disease in Bengaluru on the occasion of the National Cancer Survivors' Day.
2023-06-04
Category: India, Karnataka,National,Cinema/Showbiz,Health/Medicine,Human Interest/Society
Susan Sarandon thanks volunteers for planting over 100k saplings in Ladakh
Leh, May 31 (IANS) Acclaimed Hollywood actress Susan Sarandon on Wednesday thanked volunteers and the Young Drukpa Association for planting over 100,000 saplings in Ladakh this month, saying "what an accomplishment."
2023-05-31
Category: India, Himachal Pradesh,National,Cinema/Showbiz,Environment/Wildlife,Human Interest/Society
Rupali Ganguly is 'devastated' at the sudden demise of co-star Nitesh Pandey
Mumbai, May 24 (IANS) Actress Rupali Ganguly, who plays the titular character in the television show 'Anupamaa', is in disbelief at her co-actor's sudden demise. Nitesh Pandey, who essayed the role of Dheeraj Kumar in 'Anupamaa', passed away due to cardiac arrest at the age of 51, late on Tuesday night in Igatpuri near Nashik.
2023-05-24
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Aahana Kumra gets loses her cool after fan touched her
Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) Actress Aahana Kumra, who is known for films like 'Lipstick Under My Burkha', 'Inside Edge' and 'Rangbaaz', recently lost her cool at a fan breached her personal space and touched her while she was posing for the paparazzi.
2023-05-21
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Adah Sharma speaks up for victims of forced religious conversion
Mumbai, May 18 (IANS) Barely known before the political storm over 'The Kerala Story' catapulted her to national headlines, Adah Sharma has urged people to shower the love and appreciation they have shown for the film on the real-life victims of forced religion conversions.
2023-05-18
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Ram Charan's fans beat up man over disrespectful comments against actor's wife
Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) A video of star Ram Charan's fans beating up a man over his demeaning comments for the southern star's wife Upasana Konidela has gone viral on social media.
2023-05-16
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Southern Cinema
Shruti Haasan to be guest of honour at gender parity conference in Cannes
Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) Actress Shruti Haasan will attend the prestigious Cannes Film Festival as the guest of honour for their round table conference on gender parity.
2023-05-16
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Upasana decided to have child after being 'emotionally prepared to give love'
Hyderabad, May 14 (IANS) Actor Ram Charan's wife Upasana Kamineni Konidela, who is expecting their first child, celebrated her first Mother's Day with an inspiring post.
2023-05-14
Category: India, Charleston,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Southern Cinema
Samantha addresses social pressure of girls marrying at 'right age' in new ad
Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) Star Samantha Ruth Prabhu has spoken about various taboos faces by women today in a new advertisement she features in.
2023-04-27
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Shaan responds to criticism for wishing Eid in a skull cap
Mumbai, April 22 (IANS) Popular singer Shaan has clapped back at trolls for criticising him for wishing Eid with a photograph wearing a skull cap.
2023-04-22
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Malayalam superstar Mammootty bereaved, his mother passes away at 93
Kochi, April 21 (IANS) The 93-year-old mother of superstar Mammootty, Fathima Ismail, passed away at a private hospital in the wee hours of Friday.
2023-04-21
Category: India, Kerala,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Southern Cinema
Ali Merchant enlightens those trolling him for working during Ramadan
Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) Ali Merchant has been part of the TV industry for a long time now and was seen in 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai', 'Lock Up', and 'Bandini', and others. As the holy month of Ramadan is currently going on, Ali is fasting for the whole month while also working. And some people are trolling Ali for this.
2023-04-14
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Dia Mirza lends her voice to UN documentary 'Big Ocean States'
Mumbai, April 6 (IANS) Actress Dia Mirza, who was recently seen in the pandemic movie 'Bheed', has narrated documentary 'Big Ocean States'. The documentary focuses on conservation of marine ecosystems and is part of series 'Restore: Films From the Frontiers of Hope' by the United Nations Environment Programme's (UNEP).
2023-04-06
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Environment/Wildlife,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Anushka & Virat merge their non-profit initiatives to help those in need
Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Star couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have decided to merge their respective foundations - Anushka Sharma Foundation and Virat Kohli Foundation - to launch a joint non-profit initiative aimed at helping those in need.
2023-03-23
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
'I am not dead,' says Tollywood actor Kota Srinivasa Rao
Hyderabad, March 21 (IANS) Veteran Tollywood actor Kota Srinivasa Rao said on Tuesday that social media has killed him, and has appealed to people not to believe rumours of his death.
2023-03-21
Category: India, Charleston,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Southern Cinema
'Ted Lasso' cast to visit White House to discuss 'importance of mental health'
Los Angeles, March 20 (IANS) The cast of 'Ted Lasso' will visit the White House to participate in a discussion with President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on "the importance of mental health to promote overall well being.
2023-03-20
Category: International, United States,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Guneet Monga visits Amritsar's Golden Temple with her Oscar trophy
Mumbai, March 20 (IANS) Producer Guneet Monga sought blessings at the Golden Temple in Amritsar and even took along her Oscar trophy to the holy place.
2023-03-20
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Paris Hilton created her 'Barbie doll fantasy life' on TV as a 'trauma response'
Los Angeles, March 17 (IANS) American socialite Paris Hilton said that her on-screen persona was a "trauma response" and a way to deal with the pressures in her life.
2023-03-17
Category: International, United States,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Punjabi actor Aman Dhaliwal stabbed in US gym
Mumbai, March 16 (IANS) Punjabi actor Aman Dhaliwal, who has worked in the Bollywood film 'Jodhaa Akbar' starring Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai, has been attacked in a gym in the US.
2023-03-16
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Religion,Bollywood
Survivor of 2015 Nepal quake, Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh has an India connect
New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) The Malaysia-born Oscar winner, who has become the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress for her multifaceted performance, survived the deadly earthquake that struck Nepal while she was visiting the landlocked Himalayan nation in April 2015.
2023-03-13
Category: India, Delhi,National,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Kamna Pathak draws attention to gender equity on International Women's Day
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) On International Women's Day, actress Kamna Pathak noted how perspectives and attitudes on women is changing with time and also talked about gender equity on each day of the year.
2023-03-08
Category: India, Delhi,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Shreyas Talpade's Italian co-star Giorgia Andriani plays Holi for the first time
Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) Italian actress Giorgia Andriani, who made her Bollywood debut with Shreyas Talpade's 'Welcome To Bajrangpur', said that she is quite close to the culture and traditions of India, and that she is attached to Mumbai after staying in in the city for six years.
2023-03-08
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Manav Gohil insists on Holi colours being eco-friendly & least water being used
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) 'Shaadi Mubarak' actor Manav Gohil walked down memory lane and and shared how his way of celebrating the festival has changed with time: he is now more cautious about nature.
2023-03-08
Category: India, Delhi,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Shama Sikander lay down a post-Holi fitness diet plan
Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) Festivals always take a toll on people's workout regimen, that too in a season when many often skip healthy meals and opt for high-calorie food.
2023-03-08
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Uorfi Javed comes out in support of Aaliya, says she has faced a similar past
Mumbai, March 6 (IANS) Internet sensation Uorfi Javed has shared Nawazuddin Siddiqui's estranged wife Aaliya Siddiqui's recent video in which she claimed that she has been thrown out of his house along with her kids. Uorfi expressed her concern and said that Aaliya's situation resembles her past.
2023-03-06
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Simaran Kaur: 'We shouldn't let our appearance affect our mental or physical health'
Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) 'Agar Tum Na Hote' actress Simaran Kaur spoke about body shaming and said that there are certain standards set by people in society. Many aretherefore, are very conscious about how they look, and that affects their confidence.
2023-03-04
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Anushka, Virat offer prayers at Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain
Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma and star Indian cricketer-husband Virat Kohli were at Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain to seek blessings.
2023-03-04
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Harry Styles teams up with charity to end US gun violence
Los Angeles, Feb 28 (IANS) Singer Harry Styles has been praised after donating a huge sum to a charity dedicated to helping eradicate gun violence across the United States of America.
2023-02-28
Category: International, United States,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Ram Charan, Upasana clear the air: Their baby will be born in India
Hyderabad, Feb 28 (IANS) Contrary to speculations, power couple Ram Charan and his entrepreneur wife Upasana Kamineni Konidela are all set to welcome their first child in India. Upasana has set the record straight on rumours that their first child will be born in the US.
2023-02-28
Category: India, Charleston,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Sona Mohapatra heavily trolled for questioning Shehnaaz's 'talent'
Mumbai, Feb 27 (IANS) Popular singer Sona Mohapatra got trolled after she took a dig at Shehnaaz Gill after a video went viral in which Shehnaaz can be seen pausing her performance after hearing azaan (call for prayer). Sona said that it reminded her of the time when Shehnaaz supported #MeToo accused Sajid Khan.
2023-02-27
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Vijay Deverakonda plays Santa, treats fans to Manali holiday
Hyderabad, Feb 27 (IANS) Vijay Deverakonda is known for turning Santa every year for his fans, spreading happiness, and gifting them with memories for a lifetime and strengthening the bond as a community.
2023-02-27
Category: India, Charleston,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Southern Cinema
From poha to Indori khopra patties, Kamna Pathak relishes 56 native delicacies
Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) 'Happu Ki Ultan Paltan' actress Kamna Pathak recently visited her hometown Indore and enjoyed gorging on local delicacies in the city. The actress visited her favourite food joint, tryed 56 different items, and clicked pictures with her fans.
2023-02-24
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Of childhood memories and Kabir Chaura: Vidisha Srivastava's trip back home
Mumbai, Feb 22 (IANS) 'Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai' actress Vidisha Srivastava was nostalgic visiting her 100-year-old house in Varanasi and shared about her memories travelling to different places in the city and enjoying local food.
2023-02-22
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Proud father Madhavan celebrates Vedaant's imposing win at Khelo India 2023
Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) It is a proud moment for actor R. Madhavan, as his son Vedaant has won seven medals at the Khelo India Youth Games 2023. He brought home five gold medals and two silver medals.
2023-02-12
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Sports
Donald Trump calls Rihanna 'nothing' ahead of Super Bowl
Los Angeles, Feb 11 (IANS) Former U.S. President Donald Trump has attacked Grammy-winner Rihanna, calling her "nothing" and claimed that she has "no talent."
2023-02-11
Category: International, United States,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Politics
Ozzy Osbourne flashes peace sign in new pic after hanging his boots
Los Angeles, Feb 4 (IANS) Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has been seen for the first time since cancelling his U.K. and Ireland shows, and retiring from touring for good.
2023-02-04
Category: International, United States,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
'Mom is no more,' says Rakhi Sawant
Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Rakhi Sawant has shared a video informing her fans about the demise of her mother, Jaya Bheda, at a hospital in Mumbai due to endometrial cancer.
2023-01-29
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Sonu Sood 'at a loss for words' as fan makes 87K-sq-ft portrait of actor
Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Bollywood actor and humanist Sonu Sood was pleasantly surprised after he got to know that an astounding 87,000 square feet portrait of him had been created in Kolhapur city of Maharashtra as a part of Republic Day celebrations.
2023-01-28
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood
Veteran Kannada actor Lakshman no more
Bengaluru, Jan 23 (IANS) Veteran Kannada actor Lakshman passed away on Monday following a heart attack at his residence in Bengaluru.
2023-01-23
Category: India, Karnataka,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Southern Cinema
Kim Kardashian addresses students at Harvard Business School
Los Angeles, Jan 22 (IANS) Reality TV star Kim Kardashian spoke about her burgeoning business empire during a lecture at Harvard Business School. She spoke to students about her own experiences in the business world.
2023-01-22
Category: International, United States,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Anshu Srivastava worked in a detective agency before she started acting
Mumbai, Jan 22 (IANS) 'Aashiqana 2' actress Anshu Srivastava spoke about working in a detective agency before starting her acting career in Mumbai.
2023-01-22
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
'MasterChef India' judge Garima Arora on challenges of being a female chef
Mumbai, Jan 15 (IANS) Chef Garima Arora talks about the challenges of being a woman chef in the male-dominated culinary industry. However, she added that with strong determination achieving the target becomes easy, and surviving in the industry is not that impossible.
2023-01-15
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Selena reacts to body shaming comments after her Golden Globes appearance
Los Angeles, Jan 15 (IANS) Singer-actress Selena Gomez appeared to react to her online critics with a laugh. After attending the 2023 Golden Globes, the 'Only Murders in the Building' star apparently received comments from internet users regarding her physical appearance while posing for the cameras at the event.
2023-01-15
Category: International, United States,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society
Sonu Nigam felt his mother while composing Hanuman Chalisa, says 'It was like magic'
Mumbai, Jan 14 (IANS) Padma Shri awardee and playback singer Sonu Nigam recently launched the music video of Shri Hanuman Chalisa during the Gorakhpur Mahotsav 2023, in the presence of Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath. The event witnessed a huge footfall of over 50,000 people from in and around the city. The singer shared that he would feel the presence of his mother while working on the track.
2023-01-14
Category: India, Maharashtra,Cinema/Showbiz,Human Interest/Society,Bollywood