Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) As actor Vishal Mohan’s latest outing “Yadav Ji Ki Love Story” is facing a lot of backlash, he opened up about whether controversy sometimes works as a marketing tool for projects.Speaking exclusively to IANS, Vishal stated that while working on a project, none of those involved are focused on the controversy, and everyone only focuses on coming up with something great for the audience.He was asked, “These days, controversies often become talking points for films. In your o…
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New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) It was an unexpected exchange between two otherwise composed senior women professionals in their mid-fifties that briefly cut through the din of the bustling newsroom. And the argument seemed to rival the drama of the flash shirtless protest by the Youth Congress workers during the AI Summit.While the newsroom was absorbed in covering developments at the summit on February 20, another story quietly emerged from Gujarat. The state government proposed to amend the Gujarat …
Mumbai. Feb 17 (IANS) Actress-producer Richa Chadha has spoken about an episode of professional sabotage early in her career by someone she deeply trusted and said that it was at the early stages of her career that she’d learn that not everyone is “looking out for you.” Speaking openly about her journey, Richa encouraged indie creators not to hesitate when it comes to reaching out.“There’s sometimes a consensus that actors like me often shouldn’t be approached by indie filmmakers. Th…
New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday inaugurated a 10-day ‘Vasantotsav 2026’ Bhajan Clubbing event at Ramjas College, University of Delhi, praising ‘Bhajan Clubbing’ as a remarkable initiative that brings devotion, culture, and youthful energy onto one platform. The musical performance by Leela Band filled the entire atmosphere with devotion. Along with students, the Chief Minister, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, and other dignitaries also participated in …
Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the Tamil language connects India and Malaysia and expressed hope that the Audio Visual Agreement between the two nations will “bring our hearts closer”.Addressing a joint press meet with his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, in Kuala Lumpur, PM Modi highlighted the interest of the Malaysians in the Tamil language and said, “Shared love for the Tamil language also connects India and Malaysia.” “In Malaysia, the stron…
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Indian culture and festivals are increasingly making their presence felt across the world, and asserted that the Indian diaspora plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting the country’s cultural essence, citing Malaysia as a prominent example.Addressing the 130th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said, “Today our culture and festivals are making their mark across the world. India…
Rishikesh, Jan 21 (IANS) Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Wednesday lauded the century-long legacy of Gita Press and its monthly magazine “Kalyan”, describing it as a cornerstone of India’s cultural and spiritual resurgence. Addressing the release ceremony of the centenary edition of Kalyan at Gita Bhawan in Rishikesh, HM Shah emphasised that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, Indian culture is now being placed at the heart of national policies — a …
Jaipur, Dec 23 (IANS) Patanjali Ayurved Limited founder Acharya Balakrishna said on Tuesday that “Swadeshi is not merely an idea but a way of life”. He asserted that the growing global influence of Indian culture is the result of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strong commitment to the Swadeshi movement.Participating in the National Swadeshi Festival in Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh, Acharya Balakrishna said that artisans from Uttar Pradesh to Tamil Nadu and Jammu and Kashmir to Himachal Pradesh have c…
New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Tuesday paid tribute to Swami Shraddhanand on his Balidaan Diwas (Martyrdom Day).In a post on X, HM Shah said, “Swami Shraddhanand Saraswati Ji contributed to Swaraj and Indian culture equally and fought against social maladies throughout his life.”The Union Minister said he played an unforgettable role in promoting women’s education and the Indian intellectual tradition. “Tribute to Swami Shraddhanand Ji…
New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) After Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that his government has made the recitation of verses from the Bhagavad Gita mandatory in schools across the state, the Congress and the Samajwadi Party on Monday criticised the move, calling it inappropriate and against the secular spirit of the Constitution. Reacting to the announcement, Congress spokesperson Udit Raj told IANS that forcing students to recite religious texts in schools was wrong.“India ha…