Asha Khera

Everything you need to know about Asha Khera: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Asha Khera: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

I want to play a serious role in films: Sara Khan

May 21, 2013 at 1:42 PM

Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) Television actress Sara Khan, known for her show "Dhoond Legi Manzil", who will be seen in comedy films "Aman Ki Asha" and "Maaya, Vanilla and Strawberries", says while she enjoys the genre, she would like to play a serious role as well.

New Nokia Asha 501 claims 48-day battery life 'on standby'

May 11, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Washington, May 11 (ANI): The new Nokia Asha 501, which was launched on Thursday, will give 48 days of battery life on 2G networks while on standby, according to Nokia.

Nokia unveils $99 smartphone in bid to revive struggling firm

May 10, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Sydney, May 10 (ANI): Nokia has launched low-priced phones with Internet capability to help it regain lost ground in crucial emerging markets.

Nokia unveils smartphone priced at $99

May 9, 2013 at 4:32 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Nokia Thursday unveiled a new smartphone named Asha 501 priced at $99 (Rs.5,000), aiming to capitalise on the growing demands for low-cost smart device in the developing countries like India.

I was beaten up with broom in my childhood: Kangna

May 9, 2013 at 3:44 PM

M0umbai, May 9 (IANS) Although Kangna Ranaut is thankful to her mother Asha for teaching her basic life lessons, she also confesses to be scared of her strict mom.

Mala Sinha boycotts Phalke Academy Awards

May 1, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) Legendary actress Mala Sinha, who not only wowed Indian viewers but also impressed Hollywood so much that they offered her roles in the 1960s, is upset with the committee that has just bestowed the Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Award upon her.

Indian origin woman short-listed for 'best job in world'

April 30, 2013 at 7:08 PM

London, April 30 (IANS) An Indian origin woman in Britain has been shortlisted for the role of Western Australia taste master, advertised in the Australian state's tourism website as "one of the best jobs in the world".

State-run general insurers plan joint health claims processor

April 29, 2013 at 6:12 PM

Chennai, April 29 (IANS) The joint venture promoted by four government-owned general insurers and the national reinsurer to handle their health insurance claims portfolio is expected to start operations by September this year, said a top insurance official.

Yash Chopra and Rajesh Khanna to receive Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Award

April 27, 2013 at 4:42 PM

The first super star of the century Rajesh Khanna and the king of romance Yash Chopra will be honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke Award for their outstanding contribution in Indian Cinema. Late Khana would be honored with superstar of Indian cinema award, while late Yash Chopra will be conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Award. In addition to that other eminent personalities to receive the awards include legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, Akshay Kumar, Manoj Bajpai, Irfan Khan and many others.

Asha Bhosle, Mala Sinha to get Phalke Academy awards

April 26, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) The Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Awards will be bestowed on singer Asha Bhosle, actress Mala Sinha, late filmmaker Yash Chopra, and late superstar Rajesh Khanna among several others at a ceremony here April 30.

Singers remember Shamshad Begum as queen of melody

April 25, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Describing her death as a "great loss", Mamta Sharma and Madhushree, from the current lot of playback singers, remember Shamshad Begum as "queen of melody" who had a "rare voice".

Nokia's Asha cell phones to have Whatsapp key

April 25, 2013 at 1:08 PM

London, Apr. 25 (ANI): Nokia Asha phones will have a button dedicated to Whatsapp for fast access to instant messaging.

Six SFI activists arrested for heckling Mamata

April 22, 2013 at 5:56 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Six activists of the SFI were arrested Monday for heckling West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and state Finance Minister Amit Mitra here on April 9, a Delhi Police officer said.

Nokia revenue plummets despite high sales of Lumia smartphones

April 19, 2013 at 12:36 PM

London, Apr.19 (ANI): Nokia has seen a sharp decline in its shares despite good sales of its Lumia smartphones.

Ashas bring ray of hope for India's primary healthcare (Health Feature)

April 14, 2013 at 10:28 AM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) She is a harbinger of hope for milllions of village women across India - whether it is to take a pregnant woman to the hospital for delivery, vaccinating a child or ensuring family planning. For that is what her name, Asha, literally means.

True music lovers listen to records in digital age: Goutam Ghose

April 13, 2013 at 6:12 PM

Kolkata, April 13 (IANS) Despite digitisation in music and films, renowned filmmaker Goutam Ghose feels true music lovers still love listening to gramophone records.

Delhi's historical monuments turn blue for autism awareness

April 2, 2013 at 9:48 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) To spread autism awareness in the city, six historic monuments were lit up in blue lights Tuesday on World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) here.

Visa stories are baseless: Ali Zafar

April 1, 2013 at 12:26 PM

Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) Pakistani actor-musician Ali Zafar clarifies that he's away from "Chashme Baddoor" promotion in India not due to visa problems but because he is busy shooting E. Niwas' "Aman Ki Asha", a film on India-Pakistan amity.

Lata Mangeshkar felicitates sister Asha

April 1, 2013 at 11:14 AM

Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) Singer Lata Mangeshkar felicitated younger sister Asha Bhosle with the Hridaynath Mangeshkar Award at a function that saw all the Mangeshkar siblings come together.

Extremely drug-resistant TB rearing its head in India (March 24 is World TB Day)

March 24, 2013 at 10:18 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) When the chest pain and racking cough of tuberculosis patient Asha (31) refused to subside even after six months of treatment, the doctor got her sputum tested again - only to find that she had developed a worrying form of the disease known as Extensively Drug Resistant TB, which is nearly impossible to treat as of now.

Asha Bhosle walks ramp, gets standing ovation at LFW

March 23, 2013 at 12:18 PM

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Veteran singer Asha Bhosle, who ventured into acting with "Mai", even did the catwalk at designer Manish Malhotra's spectacular show, celebrating 100 years of Indian cinema, at the Lakme Fashion Week summer-resort 2013 here.

Manish Malhotra celebrates eras of Indian cinema at LFW

March 22, 2013 at 11:54 PM

Mumbai, March 22 (IANS) Ace designer Manish Malhotra Friday dedicated his line to 100 years of Indian cinema at the Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Summer-Resort 2013.

Private varsities' issue raised in Himachal assembly

March 19, 2013 at 7:14 PM

Shimla, March 19 (IANS) The issue of allowing private universities to set up campuses in Himachal Pradesh came up in the state assembly Tuesday with members raising questions about the credentials of some of these institutions.

Promotional songs are pointless: Makarand

March 15, 2013 at 4:54 PM

Mumbai, March 15 (IANS) Although actor-director Makarand Deshpande shot a promotional song for his forthcoming directorial venture "Sona Spa", he doesn't believe that it can help a film in becoming successful at the box office.

Asha, Sudesh record retro style song for Makrand's film

March 10, 2013 at 5:15 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Singers Asha Bhosle and Sudesh Bhosle gave voice to a song titled "Hum neend ka business karte hain" for forthcoming movie "Sona Spa". They have sung it in a retro style.

After 11 years, Srikanth, Bhumika team up again (Malayalam movie Snippets)

March 3, 2013 at 3:55 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, March 3 (IANS) Southern actor Srikanth, known for his negative role in "Hero", will team up with Bhumika Chawla after 11 years for a cameo in Raj Prabhavathy's "Buddy".

Anti-malnutrition programme launched in Jharkhand

February 28, 2013 at 9:24 PM

Ranchi, Feb 28 (IANS) Jeevan Asha, an ambitious programme to free Jharkhand of malnutrition, was launched here Thursday.

Digvijaya Singh's wife passes away

February 27, 2013 at 10:43 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) Congress general secretary Digvijaya Singh's wife Asha Singh passed away Wednesday in a hospital here, party sources said.

Digvijaya Singh's wife passes away

February 27, 2013 at 8:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) Congress general secretary Digvijaya Singh's wife Asha Singh passed away Wednesday in a hospital here, party sources said.

For Ali Zafar, it's time for 'Aman Ki Asha' (Movie Snippets)

February 26, 2013 at 5:07 PM

Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) Pakistani-actor singer Ali Zafar is off to London to start shooting for Neeraj Pandey's production venture "Aman Ki Asha".

Ali Zafar's 'Kill Dil' goes on floors in September

February 19, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Pakistani actor-singer Ali Zafar, known for his comedy roles, believes he has not been type-cast in the industry and so he is also trying his hand at different things - like action film "Kill Dil".

Israeli embassy car blast: Police files supplementary charge-sheet

February 1, 2013 at 9:50 PM

New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The Delhi Police Friday filed a supplementary charge-sheet in the Feb 13 Israeli embassy car blast here, which mentions details of the vehicles used by the suspects and their telephonic calls.

'Mai...' - teaches you how to value elders (IANS Movie Review)

February 1, 2013 at 3:10 PM

Film: "Mai..."; Actors: Asha Bhosle, Padmini Kolhapure and Ram Kapoor; Director: Mahesh Kodiyal; Rating: ***1/2

Bollywood celebs attend premiere of Asha Bhosle's 'Mai'

February 1, 2013 at 3:10 PM

New Delhi, Feb 01 (ANI): Legendary singer-turned-actress Asha Bhosle's debut film 'Mai' had a star studded premiere, with several Bollywood celebrities present at the screening of the film held on Thursday night.

Star-studded premiere for Asha Bhosle's debut film

January 31, 2013 at 11:50 PM

Mumbai, Jan 31 (IANS) Singer turned actress Asha Bhosle's debut film "Mai" had a star studded premiere at the Cinemax, Versova Thursday night with several Bollywood celebrities at hand.

GJM to intensify Gorkhaland movement

January 30, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Darjeeling, Jan 30 (IANS) Calling for an "intensified movement", the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM) Wednesday warned of "violence and bloodbath" if their demand for a separate state of Gorkhaland was not met.

I still haven't escaped comparisons with Didi: Asha Bhosle

January 29, 2013 at 6:54 PM

Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Veteran singer Asha Bhosle, known for crooning a variety of songs during her over six decade-old career, admits she still faces comparisons with her elder sister, singer Lata Mangeshkar. But at the moment, she is rejoicing over the compliments that Lata has heaped on her.

On acting adventure, Asha Bhosle says she's better off singing

January 29, 2013 at 6:38 PM

Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Director Mahesh Kodyal's Hindi film "Mai...", where Asha Bhosle makes her debut as an actress, is releasing Friday. The legendary singer says it was not difficult to make the transition from singing to acting at this stage of her life when she is 80.

Offbeat films on offer this Friday (IANS Preview)

January 29, 2013 at 3:50 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) No hardcore romance and no rib-tickling humour - the first Friday of February has three offbeat Hindi films releasing in theatres. "Mai...", "David" and "Listen... Amaya" - each film has a different flavour to offer.

'Hamara Bajaj' currently on hold

January 25, 2013 at 1:28 PM

Mumbai, Jan 25 (IANS) Yami Gautam, who became a household name after "Vicky Donor", says her next film with Shootjit Sircar "Hamara Bajaj" is on hold as they are busy with their respective assignments.

Sachin has always been there for me: Asha Bhosle

January 23, 2013 at 7:28 PM

Mumbai, Jan 23 (IANS) Singing legend Asha Bhosle's is impressed with humility of ace cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, who launched the music of her debut movie "Mai", and says he's always been there for her.

Sachin Tendulkar launches cof Asha Bhosle's 'Mai'

January 23, 2013 at 4:10 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23 (ANI): Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar unveiled the music of Asha Bhosle's debut movie "Mai"at Hotel Grand Hyatt in Kalina, Mumbai, on Tuesday evening.

Asha Bhosle dedicates debut movie 'Mai' to beloved mother

January 16, 2013 at 3:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (ANI): Asha Bhosle, who was recently spotted promoting her debut movie 'Mai' along with the film's cast and crew in Mumbai, has devoted her debut movie to her mother.

Ashaji will surprise in 'Mai': Padmini Kolhapure

January 15, 2013 at 9:53 PM

Mumbai, Jan 15 (IANS) One of the best performers of her time, Padmini Kolhapure has teamed up with Asha Bhosle in "Mai" and says that the legendary singer will surprise everyone.

Asha Bhosle nervous while shooting with Anupam Kher

January 15, 2013 at 9:37 PM

Mumbai, Jan 15 (IANS) Legendary singer Asha Bhosle admits being little nervous when she started shooting for her debut film "Mai", about a woman who has been abandoned by her only son, with veteran actor Anupam Kher.

Lata Mangeshkar plans new reality show sans public voting

January 12, 2013 at 6:49 PM

Mumbai, Jan 12 (IANS) At 83, legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar is ready to launch her music label LM MUSIC, and also plans to introduce a reality show with a new voting pattern. The idea, she says, is not to make money, but to promote fresh talent.

In its cult of violence, Pakistan has reserved a special place for India

January 11, 2013 at 12:41 PM

New Delhi, Jan.11 (ANI): The nation is just about coming to grips with the brutal gang-rape in New Delhi and now its collective sensibility has been assaulted by the equally brutal killing of two of its brave soldiers, Lance Naik Hemraj and Lance Naik Sudhakar Singh, while they were patrolling the Line of Control at Mendhar, Jammu and Kashmir, well within their own territory and jurisdiction.

Nokia shares rise due to 'better-than-expected' Lumia smartphone sales

January 11, 2013 at 11:46 AM

London, Jan 11 (ANI): Shares in embattled mobile maker Nokia have risen sharply after the firm said mobile phone sales in the fourth quarter exceeded its own expectations.

B-town wishes 'safe, peaceful' New Year

January 1, 2013 at 1:09 PM

Mumbai, Jan 1 (IANS) Good health, love, happiness and respect for women - Bollywood celebrities have wished all this and more to their fans and loved ones on the first day of 2013.

Sussanne Roshan celebrates Christmas with orphans (With Image)

December 24, 2012 at 1:17 PM

Mumbai, Dec 24 (IANS) Actor Hrithik Roshan's wife Sussanne became Santa Claus for orphaned children here and distributed gifts at Bal Asha Trust.

Charkha Development Communication Network observes founders day

December 8, 2012 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, Dec 8 (ANI): On the occasion of its Founder's Day, the Charkha Development Communication Network has felicitated I. Ramamohan Rao, former Principal Information Officer Government of India and presently Chief Editor of Asian News International (ANI), for his role in encouraging the dissemination of writings written by, and on, people from the remote and conflict-affected regions of India.

He-Man of India, Dharmendra turns 77, a look back at his glorious life

December 8, 2012 at 3:07 PM

Dharmendra, He-Man or the Action King of India is celebrating his 77th birthday today. On this auspicious day here is the look back at his glorious life that started in the black and white era and still continues.

After daughter's death, Asha finds solace in music

December 3, 2012 at 3:56 PM

Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Asha Bhosle represents the wondrous spirit of human resilience in all its sonorous splendour. Within less than two months of her daughter's death, the singer has pulled herself up and has found solace in music.

When Sachin Tendulkar encountered Osama

December 2, 2012 at 7:47 PM

Kolkata, Dec 2 (IANS) While visiting a hospital in Pakistan, batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar encountered a child whose name made the master tremble with fear. The kid's name was Osama - the same as that of Al Qaeda chief Osama Bin Laden.

Asha Kirana - a ray of hope for AIDS victims (Dec 1 is World AIDS Day)

November 30, 2012 at 1:35 PM

Mysore, Nov 30 (IANS) Better healthcare and increased awareness have helped control the spread of HIV/AIDS, once feared as an epidemic, according to doctors attending to AIDS victims at the Asha Kirana Hospital here, Karnataka's only specialised hospital for treating the disease that has 6,400 registered cases from the state at present.

Ram Kapoor to exit 'Bade Achche Lagte Hain'?

November 29, 2012 at 2:47 PM

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Actor Ram Kapoor is likely to leave popular show "Bade Achche Lagte Hain" in which he plays a rich businessman, say sources.

Nokia launches Asha 205 and Asha 206 in both single and dual SIM version

November 27, 2012 at 11:09 AM

Nokia has launched new Asha 205 and Asha 206 in its Asha series at low price in the Indian market. Both the phones are available in single SIM and dual SIM versions.

Asha Bhosle recalls her struggling days

November 22, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Mumbai, Nov 22 (IANS) Veteran singer Asha Bhosle, who has spent close to seven decades in the industry, says she received Rs.100 for her first song and spent it eating with her husband in Mumbai, which truly turned out to be a "city of dreams" for her.

'Aman Ki Asha' goes on floors March 2013

November 16, 2012 at 12:02 PM

Mumbai, Nov 16 (IANS) Filmmaker E. Niwas, who is gearing up for his next project tentatively titled "Aman Ki Asha", says the movie will go on floors in March 2013.

Ali Zafar signs 'Aman Ki Asha'

November 14, 2012 at 12:26 PM

Mumbai, Nov 14 (IANS) Pakistani-actor singer Ali Zafar is on a roll. He has been signed on to star in Neeraj Pandey's "Aman Ki Asha".

Vivek finds Hrithik 'delightful' (Movie Snippets)

November 11, 2012 at 3:47 PM

Mumbai, Nov 11 (IANS) Vivek Oberoi is on cloud nine after joining the sets of "Krrish 3" and says it's great to work with the very "delightful" Hrithik Roshan.

This Indian British dancer wants tips from Indian nautch dancers

November 10, 2012 at 2:24 PM

Kolkata, Nov 10 (IANS) Renowned Indian British contemporary dancer Aakash Odedra says he would love to document and learn from the last surviving Indian nautch dancers, known as 'tawaifs' who, he feels, have seen both the best and worst in life.

Sophie wants to revive pop music in India

November 9, 2012 at 11:57 AM

Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Actress-singer Sophie Choudry, who is garnering a positive response for her latest remixed number "Hungama ho gaya", laments how Bollywood has taken over the trend of pop music videos.

It's sad people don't buy music from stores: Sophie

November 6, 2012 at 4:48 PM

Mumbai, Nov 6 (IANS) Singer Sophie Choudry, who made a name in the pop music genre in the early 2000s, misses the days when people would buy records from stores.

Amritsar hosts peace festival to strengthen bonds of Indo-PaK friendship

November 4, 2012 at 4:31 PM

Amritsar, Nov.4 (ANI): Artistes from Pakistan participated in a peace festival to foster strong bonds of friendship between both countries in Amritsar.

I was ahead of time in being multi-talented: Sophie

October 31, 2012 at 1:40 PM

Mumbai, Oct 31 (IANS) A video jockey (VJ), singer and actress -- Sophie Choudry can dabble in a lot of things at once, but she feels that she has been "a little ahead of time" in being multi-talented.

Gillard announces grant for Delhi NGO

October 16, 2012 at 4:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard Tuesday announced that her country will offer scholarships worth Rs.16.50 lakh in an effort to help the students from a slum here pursue higher education in India.

Australian PM gives financial aid to Indian NGO for community health programme

October 16, 2012 at 2:20 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (ANI): Continuing Australia's partnership with Indian non-governmental organisation (NGO) Asha, Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Tuesday gave 30,000 Australian dollars for the furtherance of a joint community health development programme.

Naga sadhus join community protest against land sale

October 15, 2012 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai, Oct 15 (IANS) Around a dozen 'naga sadhus' (naked sadhus) from Haridwar created a flutter by joining a community protest against the proposed sale of a plot of land in south Mumbai here Monday.

I took break to refuel myself: Adnan Sami

October 14, 2012 at 6:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Pakistani musician Adnan Sami, who was not seen on the music scene for some time, says that he was on a much needed break.

Varsha used my lost pistol, Asha Bhosle tells cops

October 10, 2012 at 7:56 PM

Mumbai, Oct 10 (IANS) Singer Asha Bhosle has said that her daughter Varsha committed suicide here with a pistol that belonged to her and which she had lost nearly 30 years ago, police said Wednesday.

Varsha suicide: Police to question Asha and Lata

October 9, 2012 at 9:00 PM

Mumbai, Oct 9 (IANS) Even as the last rites of Varsha Bhosle, daughter of playback singer Asha Bhosle, were performed Tuesday, police remained clueless about the reasons behind her suicide.

Asha Bhosle's daughter commits suicide

October 8, 2012 at 7:55 PM

Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Varsha Bhosle, daughter of well-known playback singer Asha Bhosle, committed suicide at their Peddar Road residence here Monday, police said. She was 56.

Asha Bhosle's daughter Varsha shot herself

October 8, 2012 at 3:43 PM

Varsha Bhosle daughter of Asha Bhosle has shot herself in the head at their Peddar Road residence here Monday, police said.

Asha Bhosle's daughter commits suicide

October 8, 2012 at 2:35 PM

Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Varsha Bhosle, daughter of playback singer Asha Bhosle, committed suicide at their Peddar Road residence here Monday. Varsha, 56, shot herself in the head, police said.

Asha Bhosle's daughter commits suicide

October 8, 2012 at 1:47 PM

Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Varsha Bhosle, daughter of playback singer Asha Bhosle, committed suicide at their Peddar Road residence here Monday. Varsha, who was 56, shot herself, police said.

Asha Bhosle's daughter commits suicide

October 8, 2012 at 1:39 PM

Mumbai, Oct 8 (ANI): Renowned playback singer Asha Bhosle's daughter Varsha committed suicide here on Monday.

Asha Parekh's 70th birthday bash a gala affair

October 5, 2012 at 6:38 PM

Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) Yesteryears' jubilee actress Asha Parekh had a lot to be jubilant about on her 70th birthday bash. From Jaya and Amitabh Bachchan to Imran Khan and Kangna Ranaut - everyone was there to wish her and the party went on till the wee hours.

Delhi court awards death to five for honour killing

October 5, 2012 at 5:18 PM

New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) A Delhi court Friday awarded death sentences to five members of a family convicted for the honour killing of a young couple in 2010, saying that their offence was "the rarest of the rare".

Court sentences five of family to death for honour killing

October 5, 2012 at 1:18 PM

New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) A Delhi Court Friday awarded death sentence to five members of a family convicted earlier for killing a young couple to death in 2010 in the name of honour.

Don't want to be called item girl: Anisha

October 3, 2012 at 3:02 PM

Chennai, Oct 3 (IANS) Southern actress Anisha Singh hasn't grooved to any item song yet, but says she's ready to do it only if it helps her prove her acting prowess.

Reshammiya hopes for successful Diwali with 'SOS'

October 3, 2012 at 1:02 PM

Mumbai, Oct 3 (IANS) After the success of the music of "Bodyguard" and "Bol Bachchan", music composer Himesh Reshammiya hopes to strike a gold this Diwali with "Son of Sardaar" (SOS).

Bid to save Chhattisgarh's wild buffaloes through cloning (With Image)

October 2, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Raipur, Oct 2 (IANS) Chhattisgarh has begun an ambitious programme to increase the population of the wild buffalo through cloning.

Asha Parekh turns 70

October 2, 2012 at 12:50 PM

Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Yesteryear actress and former censor board chief Asha Parekh turns 70 Tuesday and megastar Amitabh Bachchan and Arshad Warsi wished her on the ocassion.

Asha wishes Lata on her birthday, gets emotional

September 28, 2012 at 1:50 PM

Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Singing legend Lata Mangeshkar celebrates her 83rd birthday Friday and her younger sister Asha Bhosle paid rich tributes to her in Shiv Sena party mouthpiece Saamna.

Asha Bhosle launches 'Dhakku makum' at Lalbaugcha Raja

September 19, 2012 at 3:49 PM

Mumbai, Sep 19 (IANS) Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who is making her acting debut with the movie "Mai", launched a special song titled "Dhakku makum" from the film at the Lalbaugcha Raja here, where the Ganesh festival kickstarted Wednesday.

NGOs to help in evaluation of Nirmal Bharat Abhiyan: Ramesh

September 18, 2012 at 4:37 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The government has decided to involve NGOs for concurrent evaluation of Nirmal Bharat Abhiyan following wide disparity in sanitation coverage figures given by states and those obtained in the 2011 census, Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh said Tuesday.

'Special' mothers to take care of 'special' children (Feature)

September 18, 2012 at 4:13 PM

Jaipur, Sep 18 (IANS) Two years ago 40-year old Anuradha, who is HIV positive, came to Jaipur with a frail body and weak mind clouded with uncertainty about her future. Today she is a "mother" to similarly-affected 25 children at Rays-Asha Ki Ek Kiran, a unique home where the caregivers themselves are patients.

No writ to make government pay for funding school, rules court

September 16, 2012 at 6:06 PM

New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has held that it is not legally permissible to compel the central government to make grants to a school run by an NGO for handicapped children of army personnel for paying its teachers' salary at par with other government institutions.

'Sur Kshetra' no less than India-Pakistan cricket match: Reshammiya

September 12, 2012 at 12:34 PM

Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Composer-singer Himesh Reshammiya has turned mentor for the Indian contestants on music reality show "Sur Kshetra" and compares the excitement with a cricket match between India and Pakistan.

34 killed in Himachal bus accident

September 11, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Shimla, Sep 11 (IANS) A total of 34 people, including eight women, were killed when a state roadways bus skidded off the road and fell into a 1,000-foot-deep gorge Monday night in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district, an official said.

28 die in Himachal bus accident

September 11, 2012 at 9:22 AM

Shimla, Sep 11 (IANS) At least 28 people were killed and five injured when a state roadways bus skidded off the road and fell into a 500-foot-deep gorge Monday night in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district, an official said.

Bus with over 30 people falls into Himachal gorge

September 10, 2012 at 11:30 PM

Shimla, Sep 10 (IANS) A state roadways bus carrying more than 30 passengers skidded off the road and fell into a 500-foot-deep gorge Monday evening in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district, an official said. Rescue operations were on while there was no information about casualties.

Bus with 30 people falls into Himachal gorge

September 10, 2012 at 10:18 PM

Shimla, Sep 10 (IANS) A state roadways bus carrying more than 30 passengers skidded off the road and fell into a 500-foot deep gorge Monday evening in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district, an official said.

Amit Kumar recreates golden era with new Bengali album

September 8, 2012 at 7:51 PM

Kolkata, Sep 8 (IANS) After a five-year hiatus, Amit Kumar, son of legendary singer Kishore Kumar, is back this Durga Puja with a nostalgia-evoking Bengali album titled "Phele Asha Din" ("The Bygone Days").

I'm unambitious, says actress Ayesha Takia

September 8, 2012 at 4:23 PM

Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) She is enjoying being a "home body" and is not ambitious to break any ground in Bollywood, but as the host of singing reality show "Sur Kshetra", which has big names like Abida Parveen, Runa Laila and Asha Bhosle associated with it, actress Ayesha Takia says she has got a new insight into the music industry.

Boney Kapoor placates Raj Thackeray, says Sur Kshetra will take care of public sentiments

September 6, 2012 at 3:51 PM

Mumbai, Sept 6 (ANI): The producers of the music reality show 'Sur Kshetra' on Thursday sounded apologetic about the show's concept and vowed that public sentiments would be kept in mind in the musical tug-of-war between India and Pakistani artists.

Raj Thackeray 'permits' airing of show featuring Pakistani artists

September 6, 2012 at 2:47 PM

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray Thursday gave the green signal to airing of the show "Sur Kshetra" featuring Pakistani artists after the officials and producers of the channels met him here, party officials said.

'Mai' will make every girl cry, says Asha Bhosle

September 6, 2012 at 12:15 PM

Mumbai, Sept 6 (ANI): Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who is set to make her celluloid debut with 'Mai,' has revealed that the movie will be a tear-jerker, and would move every girl who watches it.

Asha Bhosle wishes for audience's love on birthday

September 6, 2012 at 12:25 AM

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who turns 80 Sep 8, wishes for love and support from her audience and fans for the rest of her life.