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

Ishita's sister Tanushree guiding force in her life

May 16, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) Unlike her big sister Tanushree Dutta, Ishita decided to enter showbiz through television show "Ek Ghar Banaunga". The newcomer says that even though she makes her own decision, she considers herself lucky to have a guiding force in her elder sister.

Rubina Dilaik, Karan Grover to unfold 'Punarvivaah' new chapter

May 14, 2013 at 1:42 PM

Mumbai, May 14 (IANS) "Punarvivaah" will unfold a new chapter with fresh star cast under a new title "Punarvivaah... Ek Nayi Umeed". But one thing that will be constant is the issue of remarriage.

Jayati Bhatia owes her success to real life mom-in-law

May 10, 2013 at 12:54 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) Actress Jayati Bhatia, seen as Mataji in "Sasural Simar Ka", owes her success to her real life mother-in-law and also appreciates Sumitra in "Balika Vadhu" as the best on-screen 'saas'.

Kavita Barjatya forays into films with 'Samrat And Co'

May 6, 2013 at 8:32 PM

Mumbai, May 6 (IANS) After making TV shows, Kavita Barjatya has decided to enter films and produce detective movie "Samrat And Co". She says it would be a challenge to cater to the typical Rajshri's family audiences.

US drone strike in NW Pakistan kills 5, injures 7

April 17, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Islamabad, Apr. 17 (Xinhua-ANI): At least five people were killed and seven others were injured on Wednesday morning in a US drone strike in Pakistan's northwestern tribal region of South Waziristan, local media reported.

Five killed in US drone attack in Pakistan

April 17, 2013 at 11:24 AM

Islamabad, April 17 (IANS) At least five people were killed and seven injured Wednesday in a US drone strike in Pakistan's northwestern tribal region of South Waziristan, media reports said.

I was told I cannot do movies: Ekta Kapoor (Interview)

April 15, 2013 at 1:24 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Discouragement and distrust are what producer Ekta Kapoor faced when she decided to make movies. But she took it with a pinch of salt and made a mark in filmdom by churning out hit movies on a wide range of topics - from underworld to supernatural thrillers - and proving naysayers wrong.

Maharashtra's first all-women post office launched

April 12, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) The state's first Mahila Dak Ghar, a post office entirely operated by women, was inaugurated here Friday.

Aruna writes to Sonia, seeks help to end Medha's fast

April 11, 2013 at 2:36 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Social activist Aruna Roy Thursday sought the help of United Progressive Alliance chairperson Sonia Gandhi to end the fast undertaken by activist Medha Patkar in Mumbai to protest the demolition of slums.

Indian cinema never had supenatural thrillers: Ekta Kapoor (Interview)

April 8, 2013 at 12:21 PM

Mumbai, April 8 (IANS) Supernatural thrillers with urban legends like Hollywood's "Twilight" saga are still a far cry in Indian filmdom, says Ekta Kapoor, who is introducing a new era of fear with her forthcoming film "Ek Thi Daayan" and says it is fun to do something no one has done before.

Variety important for actors: Sanjeeda Sheikh (With Image)

April 2, 2013 at 4:21 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) She played a fun-loving girl in "Kyaa Hoga Nimmo Kaa", a negative role in "Kayamath" and now Sanjeeda Sheikh is seen as an optimistic Meera in "Badalte Rishton Ki Daastan". She says maintaining variety is important.

INLD seeks probe into sex video of top Congress leader

April 1, 2013 at 7:22 PM

Chandigarh, April 1 (IANS) Haryana's main opposition party, the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD), Monday sought an independent judicial inquiry into an alleged sex video clip of a senior state politician whose son is a senior minister in the Bhupinder Singh Hooda government.

Shubhangi replaces Shilpa in 'Chidiya Ghar' (With Image)

March 26, 2013 at 6:34 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) Shubhangi Atre Poorey replaces Shilpa Shinde as Koel in "Chidiya Ghar", a popular comedy show. The actress has already started shooting for the series.

National Award is different: Vikram Gokhale

March 23, 2013 at 5:14 PM

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Distinguished Indian actor Vikram Gokhale, who recently won his first National Award in a career of 50 years, says he never tried for awards but admits this honour is "different".

Glad to share National Award with Irrfan: Vikram Gokhale

March 21, 2013 at 4:42 PM

Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) Veteran actor Vikram Gokhale, who was named best actor at the 60th National Awards for his Marathi film "Anumati," is glad to share the award with Irrfan, who won the same title for "Paan Singh Tomar."

'Kahaani...' success will last me a lifetime: Sakshi Tanwar

March 11, 2013 at 1:55 PM

Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) One of the most successful actors of the small screen, Sakshi Tanwar never expected her career to blossom in the way it did after "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii". She says it's enough to keep her going.

Gurmeet, Debina too busy to spend time together

March 7, 2013 at 2:59 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) They have such a busy schedule that they hardly get enough time together and to compensate for that TV actor Gurmeet Choudhary decided to gift a holiday in Hong Kong to his wife Debina Bonnerjee, who loved it.

Rape rises on streets, fades from B'wood screens (March 8 is International Women's Day)

March 6, 2013 at 2:59 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) A dimly-lit or dark room, a yelping woman, a callous villain and a hero who saves the helpless victim. Bollywood of the 1950s to 1980s almost had a set rape "formula". Fortunately, this has diminished on the silver screen, but sadly, rapes are on the rise off-screen.

With 'Ek Thhi Naayka', Sakshi hopes for another hit with Balaji

March 5, 2013 at 4:43 PM

Mumbai, March 5 (IANS) Small screen's favourite 'bahu' Sakshi Tanwar will soon be seen in Ekta Kapoor's new promotional show "Ek Thhi Naayka" and hopes their success saga continues with the show.

Shilpa Shinde quits 'Chidiya Ghar'

March 4, 2013 at 9:13 PM

Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) Shilpa Shinde has quit comedy show "Chidiya Ghar" because she doesn't want to be typecast.

Need for total political change: Ex-solicitor general

February 17, 2013 at 8:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) There can be no peaceful transition in the Indian society without total political change, says former solicitor general Gopal Subramaniam.

'Big Switch 4' to help rich brats realise value of money

February 17, 2013 at 4:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) Popular TV actor Gaurav Chopraa, who is currently hosting the fourth season of reality show "Big Switch", says the aim of the show is to make the rich spoilt brats realise the value of money.

Post 'Sarabhai...', all comedies are child's play: Sumeet Raghavan

February 16, 2013 at 12:50 PM

Mumbai, Feb 16 (IANS) Actor Sumeet Raghavan feels no sitcom on Hindi television has come close to being as good as "Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai". He even admits that post the show, the comedy genre has become a cakewalk for him.

Chetan Hansraj back to reality circuit

February 11, 2013 at 8:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Actor Chetan Hansraj, who was a part of "Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao", is back to the reality show platform with "Welcome - Baazi Mehmaan Nawaazi Ki".

U.S. drone strike kills 2 Al-Qaeda linked commanders in NW Pakistan

February 9, 2013 at 4:11 PM

Islamabad, Feb. 9 (Xinhua-ANI): Two Al-Qaeda linked commanders were killed in the U.S. drone strike that targeted a militants' safe haven in Pakistan's northwest tribal area last night, local media reported on Saturday.

Six killed in Pakistan drone attack

February 8, 2013 at 11:23 PM

Islamabad, Feb 8 (IANS) At least six suspected militants were killed and two others injured Friday in a drone attack in Pakistan's northwest tribal region, Xinhua reported.

Is Sherlyn Chopra out of 'Kamasutra 3D'?

February 5, 2013 at 12:38 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (ANI): The makers of 'Kamasutra 3D' are looking forward to replace Bollywood actor Sherlyn Chopra and are approaching Hollywood stars like Eva Longoria or Mila Kunis for the film instead.

Stop playing woman, son told Ali Asgar

February 3, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Mumbai, Feb 3 (IANS) "Jeannie Aur Juju" came as a respite for Ali Asgar, who had enough of playing woman on the small screen. Not only that, donning the garb of a woman spelled trouble for his school going son too.

Not too many action shows on TV: Karan

January 25, 2013 at 6:32 PM

Mumbai, Jan 25 (IANS) Television actor Karan Grover gets funny with the new show "Hum Aapke Hain In-Laws" and fulfils his wish to work in a universal comedy. He next wants to do an action show on the small screen.

Gaurav Chopraa satisfied with career growth (TV Snippets)

January 6, 2013 at 6:55 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Actor Gaurav Chopraa has no regrets and is happy the way his acting career is shaping up.

Being a housewife not easy: Suhasi Dhami

January 1, 2013 at 12:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) After playing young and aggressive Abha in "Yahan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli", actress Suhasi Dhami has taken on the role of a homemaker in new show "Housewife Hain...Sab Jaanti Hai". She admits being a homemaker is a challenging job.

10 best independent films of 2012 (2012 in Retrospect)

December 27, 2012 at 1:09 PM

Chennai, Dec 27 (IANS) In a year when big-budget, star-studded Bollywood films and the Rs.100 crore club made headlines, there were some small-budget independent films too, which managed to attract eyeballs, with their strong storylines and visual appeal, without any backing from studios or actors.

TV industry looked down upon: Gaurav Chopraa

December 19, 2012 at 6:37 PM

New Delhi, Dec 19 (IANS) After working both in TV shows and films, actor Gaurav Chopraa feels the line between the two mediums has blurred, but TV industry is still being looked down upon.

Suhasi Dhami back on TV as hands-on housewife

December 11, 2012 at 4:00 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Actress Suhasi Dhami is set to return to the tube. She will soon be seen as a multi-tasking housewife Sona in the new show "Housewife hai... Sab Jaanti Hai".

Replacing Ragini Nandwani was a challenge: Vindhya Tiwari

December 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Television actress Vindhya Tiwari says stepping into the shoes of Ragini Nandwani, who played the protagonist in "Mrs. Kaushik Ki Paanch Bahuein", was a huge challenge.

2012: what a leap year for small screen!

December 4, 2012 at 12:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) The year 2012 has been a 'leap' year in every which way as far as the Indian small screen is concerned. Popular shows like "Pavitra Rishta", "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai" and "Kya Hua Tera Vaada" are leaping forward - by months or years to take the story forward and keep viewers engaged.

'TV show with good story creates its own prime time'

December 3, 2012 at 11:48 AM

Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Content rules over everything, feels "Devon Ke Dev Mahadev" producer Nikhil Sinha, who says it is more important to concentrate on creating and delivering the right story than to dwell over the time slot that a show gets on the small screen.

Three foreign troupes for Delhi Ibsen Festival 2012

November 30, 2012 at 6:07 PM

New Delhi, Nov 30 (IANS) The fifth edition of the Delhi Ibsen Festival Dec 1-7 will bring to the capital a wide range of productions that represent many new trends in theatre internationally and will feature troupes from Pakistan, Norway, Uzbekistan and India.

Ibsen theatre fest to have Polish, Pakistani flavours (With Image)

November 25, 2012 at 12:53 PM

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) Young directors, international collaborations and new interpretations will be the focus of this year's Ibsen Festival starting here next month.

I'd love to work with SRK, Salman again: Sana Saeed

November 14, 2012 at 4:34 PM

Mumbai, Nov 14 (IANS) Sana Saeed, the little girl who played Shah Rukh Khan's daughter in "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai", is all grown up now and says she would love to team up with SRK and Salman Khan again.

'Bade Acche Lagte Hain' completes 300 episodes

November 3, 2012 at 4:23 PM

Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Popular daily soap "Bade Acche Lagte Hain" has completed a successful run of 300 episodes. Lead actress Sakshi Tanwar is happy that the audience has liked the show.

Tough to play possessed person: Tia

November 2, 2012 at 3:27 PM

Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS) Actress Tia Bajpai says it is easy to look beautiful on screen, but very challenging to play a possessed person - a role she has essayed in "1920: Evil Returns".

Sidhu enters panic room (TV Snippets)

November 1, 2012 at 5:40 PM

Mumbai, Nov 1 (IANS) Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu will soon be seen entering the panic room in "Bigg Boss 6" house. This is for the first time a housemate will enter the room.

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.

I was never a star: Gautam Chaturvedi

October 14, 2012 at 6:04 PM

Mumbai, Oct 14 (IANS) The small screen has produced several stars and Gautam Chaturvedi, last seen in "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii", is one of them. But he refuses to accept the tag and says he would like to be known as an actor.

It's struggle to take out time for my family: Manav Gohil

October 9, 2012 at 1:56 PM

Mumbai, Oct 9 (IANS) Manav Gohil has returned to small screen after a long time and his comeback show "The Buddy Project" is keeping him so busy that he says it's an uphill task to take time out for his family.

There was more stardom in TV earlier: Amit Verma

October 4, 2012 at 2:38 PM

Mumbai, Oct 4 (IANS) Actor Amit Verma, popularly known for his role as Vish in TV show "Hotel Kingston", feels there was more stardom on small screen earlier, but with an influx of new acrors it is difficult for the audiences to remember faces anymore.

Episodic TV shows back in fashion

October 4, 2012 at 1:34 PM

New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Move over saas-bahu sagas, episodic shows are back. "Adaalat", "Teri Meri Love Stories" and "Hum Ne Li Hai Shapath" are ruling the weekend slots and mark a comeback on the small screen after two decades. The makers say the switch was inevitable.

10-year-old boy sodomised in Goa juvenile home

September 29, 2012 at 3:14 PM

Panaji, Sep 29 (IANS) A 10-year-old boy was sodomised by three inmates of a government-run juvenile delinquent home at Merces, on the outskirts of the capital, a probe by a government committee revealed Saturday.

Suneil Anand announces Navketan Films' next

September 25, 2012 at 5:47 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) A day ahead of legendary actor-filmmaker Dev Anand's 89th birth anniversary celebrations, his son Suneil announced that he will make "Vagator Mixer" under their banner of Navketan Films.

Suneil Anand announces Navketan Films' next

September 25, 2012 at 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) On the occasion of legendary actor-filmmaker Dev Anand's 89th birth anniversary Tuesday, his son Suneil announced that he will make "Vagator Mixer" under their banner - Navketan Films.

Dev Anand was a democrat, says Advani

September 25, 2012 at 4:35 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) BJP leader L.K. Advani, once a film critic, has lauded Dev Anand for his opposition to the Emergency rule imposed by prime minister Indira Gandhi.

Dinesh Thakur passes away at 65

September 20, 2012 at 6:24 PM

Actor-director Dinesh Thakur passed away in Mumbai today on Thursday after prolonged illness at the age of 65.

Dinesh Thakur passes after prolonged illness

September 20, 2012 at 3:47 PM

Mumbai, Sep 20 (IANS) Actor-director Dinesh Thakur, who appeared as one of the leads in 1974 "Rajnigandha", passed away here Thursday, after a prolonged illness. He was 65.

Can't work 30 days in a month, says Gaurav

September 4, 2012 at 12:49 PM

New Delhi, Sep 4 (IANS) Gaurav Chopraa is popular on the small screen, but doesn't cash in on it by signing multiple projects. His mantra is to work at his own pace and he says that more than money, he values quality of work.

17 killed in Pakistan drone strikes

August 24, 2012 at 8:48 PM

Islamabad, Aug 24 (IANS) At least 17 suspected militants were killed Friday in drone strikes launched in Pakistan's northwest tribal region, a media report said.

U.S. drone strikes kill 12 in Pakistan

August 24, 2012 at 4:24 PM

Sydney, Aug 24 (ANI): At least 12 persons were killed after U.S drones dropped missiles on three areas in northwestern Pakistan on Friday.

Jairam Ramesh refuses dialogue with unions under Sangharsh banner

August 23, 2012 at 6:48 PM

New Delhi, Aug 23 (ANI): Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh has refused to meet the people's representatives from across the country, who were in the national capital to protest against his ministry's diluted version of what should have been a comprehensive Bill to replace the Land Acquisition Act 1894.

Rinku Karmakar prefers drama over comic roles

August 21, 2012 at 12:56 PM

Mumbai, Aug 21 (IANS) "I am a drama queen and I like drama," says Rinku Karmarkar, who will be seen essaying a double-role in "Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha". Though excited about the comic avatar, she says her preference is dramatic characters.

Amrapali is now part of me: Actor Yash Sinha

August 6, 2012 at 2:09 PM

Mumbai, Aug 6 (IANS) TV actor Yash Sinha is set to tie the knot with his "Teen Bahuraniyaan" co-star Amrapali Gupta this November, and says she is an important part of his life.

Medium not important for Sushant Singh Rajput (TV Snippets)

August 3, 2012 at 6:59 PM

Mumbai, Aug 3 (IANS) Sushant Singh Rajput, who shot to fame with the TV show "Pavitra Rishta" and is now set to begin his journey on the silver screen with "Kai Po Che!", says the entertainment medium is not significant for him as long as it is good work.

Bollywood's first superstar, Rajesh Khanna's filmography

July 18, 2012 at 2:48 PM

Mumbai, July 18 (IANS) Bollywood's first superstar Rajesh Khanna, who charmed audiences with hits like "Aradhana", "Do Raaste" and "Amar Prem" in the 1970s, died Wednesday afternoon after prolonged illness.

Debina my lady luck: Gurmeet Chowdhary (TV Snippets)

July 16, 2012 at 4:24 PM

New Delhi, July 16 (IANS) Television actor Gurmeet Chowdhary has been earning rave reviews for his stint in dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa" and credits actress-wife Debina Bannerjee for inspiring him to give his best.

Curtains down on 'Yahaan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli'

July 10, 2012 at 6:24 PM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) After enthralling audiences for over three years, popular TV series "Yahaan Main Ghar Ghar Kheli", is set to come to an end Friday.

Manish Paul's forte - making sense out of nonsense (With Image)

July 6, 2012 at 2:00 PM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) He has the gift of the gab and makes full use of it! Popular TV anchor Manish Paul, now set to host "India's Got Talent 4", says his strength lies in making sense out of nonsense. He also says he avoids fiction shows as they restrict his creative freedom.

Scandals to protests, Hooda gets busy this summer (Haryana Newsletter)

July 6, 2012 at 11:12 AM

Chandigarh, July 6 (IANS) First, the scandal of sexual abuse and tormenting of inmates at a shelter home in Rohtak, and now statewide protests over power and water shortage - there is no end to the Haryana government's woes this summer.

Shelter home exploitation: cop held for destroying evidence

July 6, 2012 at 10:48 AM

Rohtak (Haryana), July 6 (IANS) The Haryana police officer heading the probe into the sexual exploitation and physical and mental torture of inmates at the Apna Ghar shelter home here has been arrested for destruction of evidence, police said Friday.

Sab TV steps into reality zone with 'Nanhe Superstars'

July 5, 2012 at 1:20 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) After entertaining the audiences with comedy shows, Sab TV is set to venture into the non-fiction zone with "Nanhe Superstars", a platform for young and aspiring stars to showcase their talent.

Warden booked for sodomising mentally disabled in Haryana

July 2, 2012 at 11:16 AM

Rohtak (Haryana), July 2 (IANS) Close on the heels of the revelation of sexual abuse, mental and physical torture of inmates at Apna Ghar shelter home here, Haryana Police have now booked the warden of an institute for mentally challenged for allegedly sodomising a youth.

U.S. drone strike kills six militants in Pak's North Waziristan: Officials

June 27, 2012 at 9:52 PM

Islamabad, June 27 (ANI): At least six suspected militants were reportedly killed after a U.S. drone fired two missiles at a house of a local tribesman in the Shawal area of North Waziristan, a security official has said.

The legend who made Bollywood dance to his music: Pancham Da (R.D. Burman)

June 27, 2012 at 4:18 PM

Today is the 73rd anniversary of this great legendary music composer, Rahul Dev Burman or RD Burman gave music in more than 331 films in his lifetime.

Liberals question validity of new panel formed to draft Egypt's constitution

June 13, 2012 at 10:55 AM

Cairo, June 13 (ANI): Several liberal Egyptian politicians have raised questions over the validity of a newly panel, which will draft the country's constitution.

Immoral activities in 'Apna Ghar', committee set up to probe

June 7, 2012 at 11:15 AM

Haryana Police has announced a high level committee to probe against its own officials who were involved in exploitation of a government funded protection home in Haryana

Probe into abuse by Haryana cops in women's shelter

June 6, 2012 at 8:48 PM

Chandigarh, June 6 (IANS) The Haryana Police Wednesday announced a high-level committee to probe allegations that its own officials were involved in the exploitation of inmates of a government funded protection home for women and children in Rohtak district.

Faiz Ahmed Faiz's poems translated into German

May 27, 2012 at 10:34 AM

Islamabad, May 27 (IANS) Works of noted subcontinental Urdu poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz, globally recognised as one who believed in social reform and devoted his poetry to the uplift of humanity, has now been translated into German.

Acting was no longer a challenge: Prashant Bhatt

May 17, 2012 at 1:22 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Prashant Bhatt faced the camera for 12 years, and worked as the creative director on several TV shows before taking up the role of the fiction head at Colors. He says he gave up acting because he was bored.

Where destitute, disabled find a home (Feature)

May 1, 2012 at 10:58 AM

Bajhera (Rajasthan), May 1 (IANS) A maggot infested wound in the head, a chopped hand, a smashed nose, a paralysed body...Life was hellish for many destitute, disabled people before they were brought to an ashram here and given new hope.

I just accept the best options: Narayani Shastri

April 9, 2012 at 6:43 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) She is just 33, but Narayani Shastri is playing a mother to a grown up girl in forthcoming TV show "Phir Subah Hogi". The actress explains that she takes up the best options from whatever is available.

Crime nexus forces Goa children's home to ban mobile phones

April 6, 2012 at 2:41 PM

Panaji, April 6 (IANS) The embarrassed authorities of Apna Ghar, a state-run home for delinquents in Goa, have banned mobile phones on its premises after police investigations revealed that its inmates and caretakers were part of a gangster-crime nexus.

Islamist most likely to become speaker of Egypt's next parliament

January 17, 2012 at 9:06 PM

Cairo, Jan.17 (ANI): Liberals and Islamists in Egypt have announced a temporary power sharing plan that would install a Muslim Brotherhood leader as the speaker of the country's newly elected parliament.

Islamist most likely to become speaker of Egypt's next parliament

January 17, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Cairo, Jan.17 (ANI): Liberals and Islamists in Egypt have announced a temporary power sharing plan that would install a Muslim Brotherhood leader as the speaker of the country's newly elected parliament.

Self-reliance training to check women trafficking in Orissa's Maoist-hit areas

November 17, 2011 at 5:04 PM

Sundergarh (Orissa), Nov 17 (ANI): In an attempt to avert women trafficking cases in Maoist-hit Orissa's Sundergarh District, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has taken the initiative of providing self-reliance training to tribal girls and helping them to find employment.

US drone strike kills 18 Pak Taliban insurgents in South Waziristan

November 17, 2011 at 11:12 AM

Miranshah, Nov 17(ANI): At least 18 Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) insurgents have been killed in a US drone attack near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Museum displaying rare photographs of heritage buildings in Shimla opens for public

August 7, 2011 at 2:10 PM

Shimla, Aug 7 (ANI): In a bid to boost tourism, Himachal government has opened a heritage museum for public in Shimla.

ULFA chief Rajkhowa receives warm welcome in Sivasagar

January 3, 2011 at 4:52 PM

Sivasagar (Assam), Jan.3 (ANI): The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) chairman Arabinda Rajkhowa has received a warm welcome at his hometown in Assam's Sivasagar District during the weekend.

Zardari vows to be guarantor of Pakistan's better future

December 26, 2010 at 4:00 PM

Karachi, Dec 26 (ANI): Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has vowed to be a guarantor of the better future of the country, saying the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) government will create a better country than what it received.

1 terrorist, 4 security personnel killed in terror attacks in Pak tribal region

October 21, 2010 at 11:09 AM

Peshawar, Oct 21 (ANI): Five people were killed- including one terrorist and three security officials- in separate terrorist attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Khyber Agency of Pakistan, officials said.

Himachal Chief Minister unveils 'Har Ghar Kuchh Kehta Hai' coffee table book

September 2, 2010 at 1:04 PM

Shimla, Sep 2 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal recently unveiled a coffee table book tiled ' Har Ghar Kuchh Kehta Hai' that provides a peep into the historical importance of Shimla's heritage buildings.

IAF carries earth moving equipments to Leh for relief and rescue operations

August 8, 2010 at 9:44 PM

Technical Air Port (Jammu) August 8 (ANI): To speed up relief and rescue operations and clear debris and restore communication link to the ravaged town Leh, the Indian Air Force (IAF) commenced lifting bulldozers and excavators from Jammu Air Force Base on Sunday.

ONGC inks MoU with ASI to conserve Ahom Kings' Monuments in Sibasagar

July 1, 2010 at 3:26 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (ANI): As part of its structured CSR initiatives, ONGC has signed an MoU with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) on 29th June in New Delhi to preserve some of the invaluable National Heritages in the form of historical 'Ahom' monuments (belonged to the 'Ahom' Dynasty) in Sibasagar district of Assam.

Clashes erupt between two communities in Agra

April 26, 2010 at 11:31 AM

Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 26 (ANI): The members of two communities set ablaze each other's properties in Uttar Pradesh's Agra city following a verbal clash.

No takers for ULFA ideology in birthplace Sibsagar

March 25, 2010 at 7:58 PM

Guwahati, Mar 25 (ANI): The United Liberation Front of Asom's (ULFA) ideology and its violent activities have no takers in Assam's Sibasagar -its birthplace.

Juhi Babbar, the achiever

December 21, 2009 at 7:21 PM

Chandigarh, Dec 21(ANI): Daughter of renowned Bollywood actor Raj babbar, Juhi Babbar, has earned name and fame on both big and small screens.

Niki Aneja hopes to recreate 'adult romance' on TV

May 6, 2009 at 8:28 AM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Television actress Niki Aneja of 'Astitva - Ek Prem Kahani' fame feels TV shows nowadays lack adult romance and hopes to recreate it through her comeback show 'Ghar Ek Sapna'.

I want to play romantic comedy roles: Saakshi Tanwar

April 12, 2009 at 8:07 AM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Saakshi Tanwar, who played the character of distressed Parvati in 'Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki', says she would return to the small screen if she is offered romantic comedy roles.

Companies finding rural markets increasingly attractive: Assocham

April 7, 2009 at 3:29 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Demand in India's urban areas may be dwindling, but a leading industry group says the hinterland is becoming increasingly attractive for manufacturers of consumer products and automobiles, as well as organised retail businesses.

Move over saas-bahu soaps, girl child issues are in

March 31, 2009 at 9:25 AM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) After the success of 'Balika Vadhu', a serial that highlighted the evils of child marriage, a slew of shows based around the theme of a daughter in Indian society has taken over the Hindi entertainment channels, slowly edging out the saas-bahu dramas.

TV full of horror, thanks to Bollywood

March 15, 2009 at 8:39 AM

New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) Spooky thrillers like 'Aahat' and 'The Zee Horror Show' were popular with Indian television viewers until a few years ago when the soaring TRPs of the 'saas-bahu' soaps led to their gradual decline. But the horror genre has once again gained prominence on the small screen, thanks to Bollywood too taking a liking to the supernatural.

Jammu and Kashmir Government announces 17 State awards

January 26, 2009 at 8:11 PM

Jammu, Jan 26, (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir government has announced 17 state awards for contribution in the fields of literature, art, journalism, sports and public services on the occasion of Republic Day.

Tagore revisited in new contexts, formats at NSD festival

January 13, 2009 at 7:01 PM

New Delhi, Jan 13 (IANS) Participants in the ongoing 11th Bharat Rang Mahotsav, the annual theatre festival of the National School of Drama (NSD), revisited classics by Rabindranath Tagore to take them to a wider cross-section of people.