Everything you need to know about Mehra Bujurg: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Mehra Bujurg: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Mumbai, May 18 (IANS) While shooting a TV commercial in Kuala Lumpur, actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar constantly feared 'Don' might emerge out of somewhere. He reminisced the days when he shot his 2006 film "Don" in the city.
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar is really looking forward to Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" that features his son, actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar in the lead role.
Mumbai, May 12 (IANS) Four decades ago when "Zanjeer" came, it not only rocked the box office, but also changed lead actor Amitabh Bachchan's fortunes in films and even won him the tag of Angry Young Man. On completion of 40 years of the film, Big B is ecstatic and thanks every one.
New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) With Delhi Police chief Neeraj Kumar set to retire end-July, a replacement is being actively sought and three names - including of two women - are doing the rounds.
New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) Vijaya Chaing never thought her daughter, now in her 30s, would ever be able to converse normally with a guest or be able to conduct her day-to- day routine activities without help.
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Wednesday issued notice to the centre on a plea by Janta Party leader Subramanian Swamy that editors of news organisations in India should be citizens of the country.
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Monday pulled up Director General (Prisons) Vimla Mehra for a recent clash among inmates in Tihar Jail, which left one person dead and eight others injured.
New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Music label Sony Music will launch the album of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's much-awaited movie "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Athlete Milkha Singh's wife Nirmal Kaur is impressed by actor Farhan Akhtar, who plays the Flying Sikh in forthcoming film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".
Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) The makers of "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" plan to shoot a video featuring prominent sports personalities against the backdrop of the National Anthem.
New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Thursday expressed concern over the gang-rape of the five-year-old girl in the city, saying, "something somewhere is wrong" and wondering whether "people are going mad".
Mumbai, April 22 (IANS) Sasheh, daughter of Pakistani actress Salma Agha, is making her acting debut with "Aurangzeb" and now she sings a song "Barbaadiyaan" in the movie.
Mumbai, April 21 (ANI): Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar promoted his forthcoming film 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' here over the weekend.
New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) The government Wednesday informed the Delhi High Court that draft guidelines on regulating sale of junk food and carbonated drinks within a 1,500-foot radius of schools would be made by July-end.
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Former Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) commissioner K.S. Mehra Monday lodged a complaint against his ex-wife Vimla Mehra, who is Tihar Prison director general, accusing her of trying to extort money and property from him, police said Monday.
Lucknow, April 15 (IANS) An elderly couple was found brutally murdered in the state capital late Sunday. The bodies of Rakesh Narayan Mehra, 61, and his wife Lata, 59, were found in pools of blood when police broke into the house, an official said.
Panaji, April 14 (IANS) The Goa Church Sunday refuted claims by a senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader that she had met the Archbishop of Goa in a minority outreach exercise ahead of the March 2012 polls.
Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) Actress Divya Dutta, who will soon be seen in Karan Johar's production "Gippi", says this is her first film with the filmmaker and she loved doing it.
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Devender Pal Singh Bhullar, whose petition challenging the rejection of his mercy plea by the president was dismissed by the Supreme Court in the 1993 Delhi bomb blast case, is undergoing treatment at a mental health institute, the office of his lawyer, K.T.S. Tulsi, said Friday.
Mumbai, April 11 (IANS) Bit coin and crypto currencies are becoming major avenues for money laundering and terror groups often rob banks for funding terrorist acts, a top security expert said.
Panaji, April 10 (IANS) BJP's Goa "social engineering experiment" during the March 2012 polls, in which tickets were distributed to Catholics, would be replicated elsewhere, party secretary in charge of Goa, Arti Mehra, said Wednesday.
New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) The late Rajiv Gandhi may have been the "main Indian negotiator" for Swedish company Saab-Scania, when it was trying to sell its Viggen fighter aircraft to India in the 1970s, reveal US diplomatic cables leaked on the website WikiLeaks.
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Chief Justice of India Altamas Kabir Sunday stressed the need for strengthening the juvenile justice system in the country, and to provide adequate protection for juveniles who are in conflict with law.
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) After the first look, new theatrical trailer of "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" is ready, but it will be released only after Milkha Singh, the Flying Sikh, gives his inputs.
New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Dinner for Pricks, a satirical theatre production poking fun at the high-strung elite of the city, is set to enthrall people across three cities this month. It will be teamed up with sumptuous food and free-flowing wine.
New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Ghosts exist and black magic works. At least in Bollywood, where the upcoming "Ek Thi Daayan" is the latest in the list of films on witches, occult and the like, much to the dismay of women's groups who argue that witch hunting is not entertainment but a tragic fact that has led to women being targeted and even killed.
New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Actress Sonam Kapoor is busy hopping from one movie set to another. Her busy schedule has upset her friends who are angry at her for not giving them time.
Mumbai, March 26 (IANS) Contrary to reports, Amitabh Bachchan, who played the iconic cop Vijay in Prakash Mehra's "Zanjeer" in 1973, won't be making an appearance in the remake.
Hyderabad, March 25 (IANS) Telugu superstar-turned-politician K. Chiranjeevi Monday said he was proud of his actor son Ramcharan Teja for doing a bilingual movie, a re-make of the 1973 Hindi classic "Zanjeer".
Hyderabad, March 25 (IANS) Actor Sanjay Dutt, who has been sentenced to five years in jail in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case, will start dubbing for "Zanjeer" Thursday, director Apoorva Lakhia said.
Kolkata golfer Neha Tripathi played a superb final round to edge past overnight leader Vani Kapoor to seal another victory in the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour 2013. This victory in the sixth leg is the third of the season for Neha and with this she overtakes Smriti Mehra in the Hero Order of Merit 2013.............
Panchkula, March 20 (IANS) Delhi golfer Vani Kapoor grabbed the top spot after the second round of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour at the Panchkula Golf Club here Wednesday.
Panchkula, March 19 (IANS) Smriti Mehra got off to a great start in the sixth leg of the Hero Women's Golf Tour at the Panchkula Golf Club here Tuesday, taking a six-shot lead over Ankita Tiwana, Gursimran Badwal and Vani Kapoor after the first round.
New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit met Tihar Jail Director General Vimla Mehra Monday and discussed the security of the prison's inmates.
Chennai, March 16 (IANS) The remake of 1973's cult-classic "Zanjeer", which is being simultaneously remade in Hindi and Telugu, has been titled "Toofan" in Telugu.
Chandigarh, March 15 (IANS) Kolkata golfer Neha Tripathi Friday won her second title of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour 2013 in the fifth leg at the Chandigarh Golf Club here.
Chandigarh, March 13 (IANS) Smriti Mehra opened up a sizable lead over Neha Tripathi after the first round of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour at the Chandigarh Golf Club here Wednesday.
Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Oscar-winning Hollywood director Steven Spielberg, here to celebrate the success of his film "Lincoln", interacted with a bevy of Bollywood filmmakers, including Madhur Bhandarkar and Ashutosh Gowariker, who have hailed him for his genius.
New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Delhi's Tihar Jail, which houses over 12,000 prisoners, counted the first suicide in 2013 when Ram Singh, the prime accused in the Dec 16, 2012 gang-rape case allegedly hanged himself Monday morning, an official said.
New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) It is not easy to impress Sonam Kapoor, but "gentleman" Ayushmann Khurrana has managed to wow her with his demeanour and "natural" emoting skills in front of the camera.
Manesar, March 10 (IANS) In a nail-biting finish, Indian golfer Neha Tripathi edged past Thailand's Pennapa Pulsawath to win the 18th edition of the BT Pro Am of Champions.
New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Staff members of Tihar Jail Saturday walked the ramp as they showcased dress and jewellery designed by female inmates of the jail.
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Juveniles involved in heinous crimes should be meted out stringent punishment on par with adults, said Justice (retd) Usha Mehra, who recently submitted her report on the safety and security of women in the wake of the Dec 16 gang-rape.
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) The women inmates of Tihar Jail here are set to walk the ramp as part of a fashion show planned to celebrate International Women's Day, an official said Thursday.
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Smriti Mehra continued her superb form to emerge victorious in the fourth leg of Hero Women's pro golf tour at the Willingdon Sports Club here Thursday.
Mumbai, March 6 (IANS) Veteran golfer Smriti Mehra made a remarkable comeback to lead the field at the close of the second day's play in the Hero Women's pro golf tour here Wednesday.
Mumbai, March 5 (IANS) Sharmila Nicollet put forth a commendable round of two under 63 to lead at the close of Round 1 of the fourth leg of the Rs.5,00,000 Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour being held here at the Willingdon Sports Club.
Mumbai, Feb 28 (IANS) Sharmila Nicollet Thursday showcased her consistency to win the third leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf tour at the Bombay Presidency Golf Club here.
New Delhi, Feb. 27 (ANI): Minister of State for Home Affairs Mullappally Ramachandran on Wednesday in Rajya Sabha gave details of the various measures and steps taken by the government to ensure safety and security for the women and children.
Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) Continuing from where she left off, veteran golfer Smriti Mehra played a solid first round in the third leg of the Hero Women's Pro golf tour at the Bombay Presidency Golf Club here Tuesday to take sole lead.
The Justice Usha Mehra Commission, set up to review responses to the December 16 Delhi gang-rape case Friday submitted its report the Home Ministry. The commission also made some suggestions.......................
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) Women activists Saturday said the Justice Usha Mehra committee report on the Delhi gang-rape has proved that there was need to act against policemen accountable for such crimes.
Some of the major recommendations made by Justice (retd) Usha Mehra in her report on the Dec 16 Delhi gang rape that was submitted to the law ministry Friday:
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) The Justice Usha Mehra committe, set up to review responses to the December 16 Delhi gang-rape and suggest measures to improve safety and security of women in Delhi, has suggested that counsellor, a qualified nurse to collect evidence, a woman police inspector and a forensic expert should be present under a single roof where rape victims can be taken.
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Thirteen officers were suspended from India's largest prison, Tihar Jail, in 2012 for dereliction of duty while 35 officers were punished for not properly attending to their work, a top prison official said.
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) To aid reformation of convicts and to show them that trust could be reposed in them, Tihar Central Jail, India's largest prison, has chosen 24 prisoners for the open-jail system this year.
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) To aid reformation of convicts and to show them that trust could be reposed in them, Tihar Central Jail, India's largest prison, has chosen 24 prisoners for the open-jail system this year.
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) India's largest prison, the Tihar Jail here has witnessed 18 deaths, including two suicides, during 2012, an official said.
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Tuesday refused to interfere in the Delhi government's notifications empowering unaided private schools to formulate their own criteria on nursery admissions and also asked the centre to consider the applicability of Right to Education (RTE) Act.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Tuesday will pronounce its verdict on a petition challenging two government notifications empowering unaided private schools to formulate their own criteria on nursery admission.
New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) Two months after the gang-rape of a 23-year-old, protests might have quelled but women in India's national capital say they still don't feel safe and are haunted by the horrific incident on that wintry night of Dec 16.
New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) The central government Wednesday informed the Delhi High Court that the Right to Education (RTE) law did not apply to nursery admissions and a state government may have its own policies for this class.
New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) The Indian film industry, pegged at over $3 billion, produces over 1,000 movies annually. But acclaimed filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra describes it as a "cottage industry" and believes it will really evolve when it crosses the phase of "intellectual bankruptcy".
New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has asked the central government to clarify by Wednesday whether the Right to Education Act applied to nursery admissions and if it did, what procedure was to be followed for it.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Fashionista Sonam Kapoor's wardrobe for Yash Raj Films' untitled project would include black gown and coat as she plays a lawyer in it. She teams up with Ayushmann Khurrana the movie.
New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) YRF Television came out with an interesting bouquet of shows on the small screen and "Rishta.com" was one of them. Shruti Seth, who played the female lead in the serial, says that despite being well-conceptualised, it didn't get the kind of TRPs they were hoping for.
Sonipat (Haryana), Feb 7 (IANS) A newly married couple in Haryana's Sonipat district, whose marriage was annulled by a 'Khap' (community) panchayat Tuesday, have decided to defy the diktat and have approached police, seeking protection.
Kolkata, Feb 6 (IANS) Smriti Mehra extended her lead to seven shots with a brilliant two under 68 on day two of the Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour at the Tollygunge Golf Club here Wednesday.
New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Sitting in the sports complex of the Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) here Tuesday, its alumnus, filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra was lost in memories.
Kolkata, Feb 5 (IANS) Smriti Mehra was leading in the second leg of the Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour event at the Tollygunge Golf Club here Tuesday
New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Flying Sikh Milkha Singh took just one rupee from Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra to allow him to make a film on his life. What's special about the currency note is that it was printed in 1958, the year when the athlete won the first gold medal for independent India in the Commonwealth Games.
New Delhi, Feb. 2 (ANI): Various women's rights activist on Saturday criticised the government and rejected the ordinance sent to the President by the Union Cabinet for amendments in laws related to sexual assault on women.
New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) A Tihar Jail inmate arrested for running an extortion racket from prison and collecting Rs.50,000 from a businessman here has told investigators that he also targeted five other victims, police said Thursday.
Kolkata, Jan 31 (IANS) Neha Tripathi managed to keep Smriti Mehra at bay despite a card of five-over 77 to win the Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour (WGAI) here Thursday.
New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Actress Shilpa Shetty, who is currently judging the fifth season of "Nach Baliye", got extremely emotional while shooting for the reality show.
Kolkata, Jan 30 (IANS) Neha Tripathi played a flawless back-nine of three-under 33 to come up with an even par 72 that catapulted her into the lead at the end of two rounds in the opening event of the 2013 Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour here Wednesday.
Kolkata, Jan 29 (IANS) Vani Kapoor grabbed a handy two-shot lead on the opening day of the Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour at the Royal Calcutta Golf Club here Tuesday.
New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) A unique initiative is set to give filmmakers, musicians and singers an opportunity to render their interpretation of the national anthem.
Kolkata, Jan 28 (IANS) Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC) will play host to the season opening leg of the Hero Women's Professional Golf tour 2013.
New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS) Move over, monkey caps and skull caps. Stylish hats and caps, available in a wide variety of designs and colours, are a hit this winter. Designers suggest newsboys, berets and cloches to top up your style well.
New Delhi, Jan 11 (ANI): The Justice Usha Mehra Panel, which has been constituted to review responses to the December 16 gang-rape case, will receive public opinions and suggestions till January 18.
The Delhi High Court Thursday directed Delhi Police to urgently increase the number of Police Control Room (PCR) vans and to immediately remove all tinted windows from vehicles...............
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra has joined the likes of Hema Malini and Nagarjuna to lend support to the government's Save The Girl Child initiative. He has become a part of a music video to raise awareness, and calls it his "baby step" towards driving change.
New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) For some it is a mere piece of clothing and for some a stylish piece of accessory. But, all said and done, stockings in all colours, prints, materials and styles are a big hit this season.
New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Why should all cases of sexual abuse against women not be fast-tracked and the victims awarded compensation, the Supreme Court Friday asked the central government following two public interest litigations.
New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) The Supreme Court Friday issued notice to the central government on two public interest litigations seeking fast-tracking of all cases of sexual abuse against women and awarding compensation to victims.
New Delhi, Jan 3 (ANI): Minister of State for Home R.P.N. Singh on Thursday said the Home Ministry would review the law and order situation and discuss measures for prevention of crime and safety of women and SC/ STs during the meeting of the states DGPs and Chief Secretaries tomorrow.
New Delhi, Jan 2 (ANI): Amid reports that family members of the Delhi gang-rape victim have no objections to naming the revised anti-rape law after the brave heart,
Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) The onscreen chemistry between Priyanka Chopra and Ram Charan Teja in the "Zanjeer" remake is surprisingly refreshing, says filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia.
New Delhi, Jan.1 (ANI): The Justice (Retired) Usha Mehra Commission of Inquiry has invited complaints and suggestions in connection with the recent gang rape case in the national capital, besides other crimes related to women.
New Delhi, Dec 29 (ANI): Angiogenesis was the hot topic at this year's 7th World Congress of Clinical, Preventive Cardiology and Imaging at Shantivan in Mount Abu, Rajasthan.
New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) A judicial commission will probe the Dec 16 gang-rape of a 23-year-old woman in a bus here and any police lapses and suggest ways to make the city safer for women, it was announced Wednesday.
New Delhi, Dec 26 (ANI): Finance Minister P. Chidambaram on Wednesday said that a commission, headed by retired Justice Usha Mehra, will probe the Delhi gang-rape case and submit its report in three months.
New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) The government Wednesday announced a judicial commission to probe the gang-rape of a woman in a bus here and any police lapses and to suggest ways to make Delhi safer for women.
New Delhi, Dec. 24 (ANI): New Delhi recently witnessed the largest gathering of cardiovascular specialists in the country at the 64th CSI ( Cardiological Society of India ) annual conference which was held at the Hotel Ashok. The scientific program was packed with high quality learning for over 5000 attendees with acclaimed Indian American Heart Surgeon Dr Mukesh Hariawala delivering one of the prestigious " CSI Distinguished Lecture 2012 ".
Jaipur, Dec 23 (IANS) A man was detained in Rajasthan's Kota city Sunday following the suicide by a 17-year-old girl who was depressed over harassment and stalking by him, police said.
Mumbai, Dec 19 (IANS) Around 14 producers and directors were trying to attach their movies' theatrical trailers to Salman Khan-starrer "Dabangg 2", which releases Dec 21. But only two films have made it - "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" and "Kai Po Che".
New Delhi, Dec 17 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Monday issued notice to the government on a plea seeking constitution of an "ad-hoc interim body" to run the suspended Indian Olympic Association, which has sought the quashing of the national sports code.
New Delhi, Dec 13 (IANS) Actress Sonam Kapoor might have a long list of fans for herself, but her friends are going gaga after her "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" co-star Farhan Akhtar.
New Delhi, Dec 5 (IANS) Actor Farhan Akhtar's hard work seems to be paying off as he is getting a lot of compliments for his athletic body in the upcoming movie "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".
