Los Angeles, Dec 8 (IANS) Academy Award-winning actress Helen Mirren has shared her two cents on what she hopes her beauty legacy will be and said that she has always preferred the word “swagger” over “beauty.” During a conversation at an event here, the actress revealed that she doesn’t love the word “beauty,” and that she hopes she’s remembered for something more meaningful when it comes to her personal aesthetic, reports people.com.“I don’t like the word beauty. I’ve always pr…

Kohima, Dec 3 (IANS) The third day of the 10-day Hornbill Festival 2025 came alive with a vibrant showcase of cultural heritage on Wednesday at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, where 18 troupes representing various Naga communities captivated visitors with their diverse and eye-catching performances. Following traditional style, the cultural show was hosted by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister-in-charge of Home and Border Affairs, Yanthungo Patton and co-hosted by Advisor for Food and Civil S…

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Air travel across India and several other countries is set for widespread disruption this weekend after global aviation regulators ordered immediate software updates for the Airbus A320 family of aircraft amid concerns that solar radiation may affect critical systems. Aviation experts have termed the situation “a major air crisis,” warning of possible repercussions for safety, tourism and business travel.Speaking to IANS, aviation expert Subhash Goyal said the scope …

Ahmedabad, Nov 24 (IANS) The Adani International School (ADIS) on Monday inaugurated the third edition of Bookflix, its annual celebration of reading and storytelling.Known for its learner-centric philosophy, ADIS integrates literature, arts, and inquiry-based learning into everyday education — making Bookflix an essential expression of the school’s commitment to holistic development.“Let the joy of reading, the magic of stories, and the power of creativity take over,” said Namrata Adani,…

Mumbai, Nov 24 (IANS) Actress Kubbra Sait is all set for a 12-day rafting expedition on the Brahmaputra river and said that it is going to be a mad experience. The dream started when she first rafted on the Kali River near Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand.Kubbra shared: “It has been on my bucket list ever since. This is going to be a mad experience.”Last year, she scaled Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. For the new trip, Kubbra will reach Dibrugarh, Assam, before traveling with her expedition group.Ta…

Mumbai, Nov 22 (IANS) Punjabi singer-actress Shehnaaz Gill had a “little desi moment” as she grabbed the mic for a karaoke session and crooned the title track of “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil” in a “non-desi cafe” in Canada. Shehnaaz took to Instagram, where she shared a video of singing the song title track of the 2016 film “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil” directed by Karan Johar. In the clip, before starting to sing, Shehnaaz is seen asking people whether she’s sounding okay and then begins crooni…

Mumbai, Nov 20 (IANS) Couple Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth had a rather hilarious parenting moment when their plan to surprise their son Vayu with a close-up look at airplanes went completely downhill. The couple took to Instagram, where they shared a video narrating the hilarious yet adorable chaos, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise.In a video shared by the couple, Ishita could be heard saying that they had set out in high spirits after discovering that a nearby hotel rooftop offere…

Mumbai, Nov 18 (IANS) Choreographer Shakti Mohan on Tuesday shared a heart melting birthday message for her sister Neeti Mohan, expressing gratitude for the constant strength and joy she brings into her life. Taking to social media, Shakti described Neeti as her “life’s biggest blessing and strength”, thanking her for being a “powerhouse” of support through every phase.She also shared a string of images featuring her, Neeti, Mukti and her parents. A few pictures also featured Neeti’s…

Mumbai, Nov 18 (IANS) Hollywood superstar Julia Roberts tickled the funny bones of many after sharing a playful moment over her morning brew, quipping that she “ordered a cup of Joe but got a cup of Julia instead”. Roberts took to Instagram to share a picture of a steaming cup of coffee sitting pretty on her table, topped with latte art that wasn’t just any swirl or rosetta. It featured her own face frothed right into the foam.For the caption, the “Pretty Woman” star wrote: “Ordered …

Jaipur, Nov 12 (IANS) Deputy Chief Minister and Tourism and Arts & Culture Minister Diya Kumari announced that the Ghoomar Festival – 2025, a grand celebration of Rajasthan’s traditional dance form, will be held for the first time simultaneously at all seven divisional headquarters of the state — Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Ajmer, Udaipur, Kota, and Bharatpur — on November 19. The state-level celebration will take place on the football ground of Vidyadhar Nagar Stadium in Jaipur.Chairing…