New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) A cultural programme was organised at the Delhi Secretariat on Monday to celebrate Sikkim Day. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended greetings to the people of the state and the nation on the occasion. The audience was enthralled by captivating performances of Sikkimese folk dances, including Singhi Chham, Khampa, Tamang Selo, and Mask Dance, said a statementThrough these performances, devotion towards nature and deities was beautifully expressed. A total of 10 artis…
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Mumbai, May 2 (IANS) Actor Vardhaan Puri took a trip down memory lane on his birthday today and recalled beautiful memories of how his legendary grandfather Amrish Puri surprised him years ago, and celebrated his birthday with a lot of pomp. Recalling the day, Vardhaan said, ‘I still remember one of my birthdays from the early 2000s – a day that remains etched in my heart. I was celebrating at a family friend’s farmhouse in Madh Island. My grandparents were out of the country at the time – i…
Los Angeles, April 16 (IANS) Hollywood actor Jake Gyllenhaal has shared that fashion shoots are not his thing. The actor said that he “never felt totally comfortable” with them. The ‘Day After Tomorrow’ star, 45, has opened up about his ventures into the fashion industry in recent years after signing up as the face of several luxury designers, admitting he loves collaborating with brands but he doesn’t enjoy posing for pictures as part of advertising campaigns, reports ‘Female First UK’….
Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) Actress and author Lisa Ray, on Friday, spoke about the emotional impact of the recent tensions and events unfolding in Dubai, further sharing a reflective note on about uncertainty, resilience and the role of art in difficult times. Sharing her thoughts on her social media account, Lisa wrote, “A few years ago, I opened a quiet corner of the internet to share poetry. Words have always been my refuge — the place I go when clarity disappears and language is the only st…
Coimbatore, Feb 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared parts of his interactions with students as part of his unique annual programme ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ and gave them a mantra to launch their own startup and strike a balance between their passion and studies.He also shared practical advice on handling board examinations, building confidence, staying positive, and overcoming common challenges such as anxiety and pressure, while also emphasising that he “learns a lot of things f…
Los Angeles, Jan 20 (IANS) Actress Amanda Seyfried feels that award nominations matter more than wins, saying long-term success in acting comes from meaningful choices and not from collecting honours. Asked if winning an Oscar is important to her, Seyfried told the New Yorker: “No. Do you remember who won in the past 10 years? It’s not the win that’s important. It’s the nomination. It does thrust you forward. That’s a fact.”“Now, do I need one in a week or two or whenever? No, of cou…
New Delhi, 2 Jan (IANS) The three-day ‘Shabdotsav 2026’, being held in the national capital, witnessed a vibrant display of creativity with noted luminaries bringing a unique blend of literature, music, and art in the respective fields. A wave of excitement filled the space at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium as a large number of students attended the cultural and literary festival and also shared their first-hand experiences.As the event kicked off, a big crowd comprising youth and college stu…
New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) From reinforcing constitutional equality and free speech to issuing far-reaching directions on sanitation, judicial appointments and human dignity, the Supreme Court delivered a series of landmark rulings through the year 2025. Here is a round-up of some of the most significant judgments.Residence-based PG medical quota unconstitutional:The Supreme Court ruled that residence or domicile-based reservation in post-graduate medical courses under the state quota is constitut…