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

Sikh groups protest near parliament, detained

May 6, 2013 at 5:04 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Around 200 Sikh protesters were Monday detained near Parliament House after they blocked the high-security Vijay Chowk for over half-an-hour. They were protesting the acquittal of Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in a case related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

IED defused in Srinagar, tragedy averted

April 30, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Srinagar, April 30 (IANS) Security forces averted a major tragedy on the outskirts of Jammu and Kashmir's summer capital Srinagar Tuesday by detecting and defusing an improvised explosive device (IED) on the Srinagar-Muzzafarabad highway.

TV serials keep momentum with replacements

March 20, 2013 at 11:45 AM

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Personal issues, Bollywood ambitions and coordination problems with the channel or production team are common reasons for actors being replaced in TV shows, but various serials seek to surmount the issue of finding suitable successors.

Actors come together to celebrate Republic Day

January 24, 2013 at 7:04 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Actors from diverse backgrounds will come together to celebrate the democratic spirit of Indians on the occasion of the Republic Day in "Hum SAB Saath Hain".

Delhi Police detains five protesters at Jantar Mantar

December 30, 2012 at 6:13 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (ANI): Delhi Police on Sunday detained five agitators for breaking barricades at the Jantar Mantar here on Sunday during the ongoing protests demanding tougher laws to protect women in India.

Five Metro stations in Central Delhi reopen for commuters

December 30, 2012 at 3:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (ANI): Five out of the ten Metro stations in Central Delhi that were closed down for an indefinite period in the wake of the massive protests over the death of the 23-year-old gang-rape victim, were opened for the commuters this afternoon.

5 Delhi Metro stations Opened, 4 still remains Closed

December 26, 2012 at 11:55 AM

5 of the 9 Delhi Metro stations, which had been shut down to curb the flow of protesters to India Gate were opened on Tuesday.

Injured policeman dies, rape victim critical, CM battles police (Roundup)

December 25, 2012 at 8:45 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) A constable brutally attacked during gang-rape protests here succumbed to his injuries Tuesday, shattering his family and colleagues, even as the young rape victim battled for life for the ninth straight day.

Protest against gang-rape continues in Delhi

December 25, 2012 at 8:05 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Delhi Police blocked roads in central Delhi for the third day as hundreds of protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar demanding justice for the 23-year-old gang-rape victim who is battling for life. Five of the nine Delhi Metro stations that were closed Sunday were opened Tuesday evening.

Pakistani factories using dead dogs in chicken feed

December 25, 2012 at 3:41 PM

Islamabad, Dec 25 (IANS) Reports of dog and donkey meat being used to prepare chicken feed in factories in Lahore has caused an outrage among residents in the Pakistani metropolis.

Other rape victims' kin join protests

December 24, 2012 at 8:45 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Family members and friends of some rape victims Monday joined the on-going protests here against the Dec 16 gang-rape of a woman in a moving bus and sought steps against police inaction.

You can't march in protest to president's house: Shinde

December 24, 2012 at 3:17 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) The government is not opposed to people holding peaceful protests, but staging a march to the presidential house is not right, Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde said Monday.

Protest march to presidential house not right: Shinde

December 24, 2012 at 12:13 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) The government is not opposed to people holding peaceful protests but their march to the presidential house is not right, Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde said Monday.

Giaa Manek thrilled to play genie

October 31, 2012 at 1:32 PM

Mumbai, Oct 31 (IANS) TV actress Giaa Manek is elated about being a part of "Jeannie Aur Juju", inspired by the famous US TV series "I Dream of Jeannie", which she watched as a child.

Gurmeet Choudhary wins 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5'

September 30, 2012 at 11:14 PM

Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Television actor Gurmeet Choudhary and his choreographer Shampa Sonthalia Sunday won the fifth season of "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa". He defeated Rashmi Desai and Rithvik Dhanjani and took home the winners trophy and a cash prize of Rs.40 lakh.

After winning 'Jhalak...', Gurmeet eyes Bollywood

September 30, 2012 at 10:34 PM

Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Television actor Gurmeet Choudhary, who has won the "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5", is overjoyed and overwhelmed and says that his next destination is Bollywood.

Gurmeet Choudhary wins 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5'

September 30, 2012 at 10:18 PM

Mumbai, Sep 30 (IANS) Television actor Gurmeet Choudhary and his choreographer Shampa Sunday won the fifth season of "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa". He defeated Rashmi Desai and Rithvik Dhanjani and took home the winners trophy and a cash prize of Rs.40 lakh.

Who will win 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5'?

September 29, 2012 at 7:14 PM

Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Rashmi Desai Sandhu, Gurmeet Chowdhary or Rithvik Dhanjani? The competition in dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5" is at its peak with the top three finalists sweating it out to win the trophy at the grand finale Sunday night.

Gopi Bahu turns Jeannie for 'Jeannie Aur Juju' (With Image)

August 29, 2012 at 2:35 PM

Mumbai, Aug 29 (IANS) Giaa Manek quit her popular show "Saath Nibhana Saathiya" for "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa", but couldn't reach the top five in the dance reality show. Never mind, as she has got an opportunity to charm her fans with her magical tricks as Jeannie in "Jeannie Aur Juju".

Giaa Manek out of 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5'

August 18, 2012 at 9:40 PM

New Delhi, Aug 18 (IANS) Actress Giaa Manek's stint in dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa" came to an end Saturday night.

Shibani, Punit turn showstoppers (TV Snippets)

August 4, 2012 at 4:17 PM

Mumbai, Aug 4 (IANS) After wowing the audiences with their stint in dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5", TV host Shibani Dandekar and her choreographer Punit Pathak scorched the ramp as showstoppers at the ongoing Lakme Fashion Week.

After Giaa's exit, Mohammad Nazim working harder

July 30, 2012 at 4:03 PM

Mumbai, July 30 (IANS) Television actor Mohammad Nazim, seen as Ahem Modi in "Saath Nibhana Saathiya", says ever since Giaa Manek has left the show, he has to work harder to maintain the TRPs.

Talat Aziz out of 'Jhalak Dikkhla Jaaa'

June 30, 2012 at 10:12 PM

Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) Ghazal singer Talat Aziz was the first celebrity contestant to be eliminated from the fifth season of dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa".

Forced weight loss for Ravi Kishan

June 29, 2012 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) Actor Ravi Kishan is sweating it out literally. The Bhojpuri superstar has shed 4 kg ever since he entered the fifth season of dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa".

I've maintained myself well: Talat Aziz

June 25, 2012 at 3:07 PM

Mumbai, June 25 (IANS) It's unusual for a 55-year-old to groove on a dance floor, but Talat Aziz is ready for the challenge. The ghazal singer says he's fit enough to wear his dancing shoes for reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5" at his age.

I pray, I don't get offers like 'Jhalak...': Sushil Kumar

June 19, 2012 at 12:47 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) The offer to participate in a glamorous show like "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa" is difficult to resist, says KBC winner Sushil Kumar and hopes that he doesn't get more such offers in future as he won't be able to control the temptation to accept them.

KBC winner Sushil Kumar in 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5'

June 17, 2012 at 1:09 PM

Mumbai, June 17 (IANS) Bihar-based Sushil Kumar, who created history by winning Rs.5 crore in the fifth season of "Kaun Banega Crorepati", is set to put his dancing skills on test as he has been roped in to participate in "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5".

Star-studded 'Jhalak...' opener promises dance, drama galore

June 17, 2012 at 1:22 AM

Mumbai, June 17 (IANS) From dancing expert Isha Sharvani to star cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya to small screen 'bahus' Pratyusha Banerjee and Giaa Manek - rocked the dance floor Saturday along with eight other contestants at the opening of the season five of "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa", which will see a child artist participating for the first time.

No ill feelings for Star Plus or '...Saathiya' team: Giaa Manek

June 15, 2012 at 8:31 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Television actress Giaa Manek, who is among the 12 celebrity contestants participating in "Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 5", gives credit to "Saath Nibhaana Saathiya" for getting an opportunity to be a part of the dance reality show and says she does not have a grudge against anyone.

Dance about energy, passion: Karan Johar

June 8, 2012 at 2:08 PM

Mumbai, June 8 (IANS) Filmmaker Karan Johar, who will be one of the judges in the fifth season of the dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa", says although he is not a dancer, his experience behind the screen has made him understand what dance is all about.

A BJP protest in Srinagar

May 31, 2012 at 2:47 PM

Srinagar, May 31 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Thursday proved a point when some 50 activists staged a protest here against the petrol price hike.

Man attempts suicide at Metro station

May 5, 2012 at 2:14 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) A 55-year-old man Saturday attempted suicide by jumping in front of a Delhi Metro train at the INA station here, officials said, in the third such incident in three days.

Pak court confirms bail of accused involved in 2009 Lankan cricket team attack

October 8, 2011 at 8:54 PM

Lahore, Oct 8(ANI): An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Pakistan has confirmed the interim bail of an accused allegedly involved in the March 2009 terror attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team in Lahore.

Pak court confirms bail of accused involved in 2009 Lankan cricket team attack

October 8, 2011 at 10:19 AM

Lahore, Oct 8(ANI): An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Pakistan has confirmed the interim bail of an accused allegedly involved in the March 2009 terror attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team in Lahore.

Pak court blocks 'murder-accused US diplomat' from exiting country

February 1, 2011 at 12:49 PM

Lahore, Feb 01(ANI): The Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed the government to include US national Raymond Davis, who shot two persons to death at Mazang Chowk in Lahore last Thursday, in the Exit Control List (ECL).

Mufti slams J-K Govt. for failing to provide basic infrastructure to people

January 4, 2011 at 8:08 PM

Srinagar, Jan 4 (ANI): People's Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti criticizing the Omar Abdullah Government, on Tuesday said the quality of life has deteriorated in the last two years due to the government's inefficiency in providing basic infrastructure to the people.

Women's group protests government's inability to bring reservation bill

March 8, 2010 at 6:03 PM

New Delhi, Mar 8 (ANI): A group of women protested outside the parliament complex on Monday evening against the ruckus caused by some political parties against the tabling of Women's Reservation Bill in the Parliament.

Gilani's comment that Pak can't guarantee against another 26/11 attack irresponsible: Chidambaram

January 25, 2010 at 10:30 PM

New Delhi, Jan.25 (ANI): Union Home Minister P Chidambaram today described Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's comment that his country could not guarantee against another 26/11 attack on India, as irresponsible.

Three injured by grenade blast outside J and K High Court

June 27, 2009 at 4:18 PM

Srinagar, June 27 (ANI): Three Central Reserve Police Force personnel were injured Saturday, when militants hurled a grenade at Jehangir Chowk, adjacent to the High Court here.

Polling ends in Delhi

May 7, 2009 at 5:35 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Polling for the seven Lok Sabha seats of the national capital ended at 5 p.m. after 10 hours of balloting.

Now IPL matches at poll rallies to woo voters

April 21, 2009 at 12:43 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) With the second edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) coinciding with the Lok Sabha polls, political parties are planning to put up giant screens at election rallies to woo voters.

Security beefed up across northern India on the eve of Republic Day(Lead:Republic)

January 25, 2009 at 3:54 PM

Srinagar/Jammu/ Ludhiana/Delhi, Jan.25 (ANI): Vigilance, surveillance and allied security measures have been strengthened in several parts of north India, and especially in sensitive cities like Srinagar, Jammu and Ludhiana ahead of Monday's Republic Day celebrations.

Uneasy calm in curfew-bound Kashmir Valley

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Srinagar, Oct 5 (IANS) Indefinite curfew was imposed on the Kashmir Valley Sunday, a day before separatist leaders planned to hold a sit-in here.

Now Big Pictures forays into Gujarati films

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Ahmedabad, Sep 30 (IANS) Big Pictures of Reliance Big Entertainment forays into Gujarati films with director Govindbhai Patel's 'Dholi Taaro Dhol Waage', which is set for Diwali release.

Gujarat set to come alive, with dandia and garba

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Ahmedabad, Sep 28 (IANS) Come Wednesday and Gujarat will be at its vibrant and colourful best. For one full week, Gujaratis will immerse themselves in Navratri and Dussehra celebrations with all-night dandia dances as they combine religion and devotion with recreation and fun.

Now Big Pictures forays into Gujarati films

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Ahmedabad, Sep 30 (IANS) Big Pictures of Reliance Big Entertainment forays into Gujarati films with director Govindbhai Patel's 'Dholi Taaro Dhol Waage', which is set for Diwali release.

Gujarat set to come alive, with dandia and garba

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Ahmedabad, Sep 28 (IANS) Come Wednesday and Gujarat will be at its vibrant and colourful best. For one full week, Gujaratis will immerse themselves in Navratri and Dussehra celebrations with all-night dandia dances as they combine religion and devotion with recreation and fun.

Black and White, a prod into a terrorist's psyche

March 4, 2008 at 12:00 AM

The Black and White is yet another film by Subhash Ghai with his unique style ready to render audiences with gratification by watching