Everything you need to know about Pimpri Deshmukh: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Pimpri Deshmukh: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Mumbai, June 18 (IANS) Rajshri Productions' family drama "Pyaar Ka Dard Hai" has successfully completed one year on the small screen. Lead actress Disha Parmar says she is obliged to the audiences for their positive response.
New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Although his first production venture, Marathi film "Balak Palak", highlighted the importance of sex education among adolescents, actor-producer Riteish Deshmukh says it is not compulsory that all films should convey a message.
New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Over 40 percent of adult Indians are unconcerned, indifferent or disengaged about global warming, posing a threat to policy implementation on this crucial subject, says a research report by the Yale University.
Mumbai, May 28 (IANS) Actor-producer Riteish Deshmukh marvels at Govinda's dancing skills and says that he looks up to him as an inspiration.
Kolkata, May 27 (IANS) Congratulations kept rolling in Monday as celebs took to Twitter to laud the Mumbai Indians for their triumph in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League.
New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh is all set with plans for his second production - a biopic titled "Pocket Dynamo".
New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Thanks to actress Karishma Tanna's towering look, she was banned from wearing high heels while shooting for upcoming movie "Grand Masti" as she looked taller than her co-star Vivek Oberoi.
New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Actress Swara Bhaskar believes her survival kit, primarily comprising her friends and family, helps her sail through the ups and downs in her showbiz career.
Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) Shunning the remake culture, producer Vashu Bhagnani is moving ahead with a fresh story in his new venture "Humshakal" and says that the Saif Ali Khan-Riteish Deshmukh starrer will go on the floors in August.
New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The hit pair of actor Emraan Hashmi and director Kunal Deshmukh will team up for a masala entertainer.
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh was surprised to see how people came to meet his co-judge Geeta Kapur during auditions of their new show "India's Dancing Superstars" and said that she has a huge fan following.
Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) The music launch of "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2" Tuesday was a star- studded event with Bollywood celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Hritik Roshan, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia D'Souza, Rakesh Roshan, Kunal Kohli, and Juhi Chawla making the occasion extra special.
Mumbai, May 6 (IANS) The shooting for "Grand Masti", a sequel to 2004 hit sex-comedy "Masti", is over. Vivek Oberoi, who plays one of the male leads in it, says he will miss the team.
Mumbai, May 6 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh says he can't stop himself from listening to?Aashiqui 2? songs.
Mumbai, May 5 (IANS) Reacting to reports that actor Riteish Deshmukh, son of former Maharashtra chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, is likely to go his late father's way and join politics, actor-politician Raj Babbar said it is a well thought-out decision. Hema Malini too supports the idea saying he will do a good job.
Mumbai, May 5 (IANS) Actress Lara Dutta is enjoying her stay in Madrid, Spain, and says her daughter Saira is the boss when it comes to choosing food when they go out to eat.
Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) Actress Konkana Sen Sharma couldn't stop her tears when she watched "Bombay Talkies", while for Riteish Deshmukh it was a "wonderful cinematic experience". The film gets the thumbs up from the film fraternity who feel that it is a must watch.
Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) "I am lucky to have two mothers," says choreographer Geeta Kapur referring to her biological mom and her mentor Farah Khan whose request she never turns down.
Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Following the footsteps of Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, actor-turned-producer Riteish Deshmukh makes his debut on TV as a judge with dance reality show, "India's Dancing Superstar". He says television's reach has become so wide that no longer it is "small".
Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Dancing reality show "India's Dancing Superstar" (IDS) has more potential to scare the viewers, says choreographer Geeta Kapur, who will judge the show with Ashley Lobo and actor Riteish Deshmukh.
M0umbai April 24 (IANS) The judges will look for a good dose of entertainment along with talent and emotion in a performance while judging the dance reality show "India's Dancing Superstar" (IDS), going on air Saturday.
New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) "India's Dancing Superstar" team surprised the three judges - Riteish Deshmukh, Geeta Kapoor and Ashley Lobo - with their sudden flash mob act on the stage.
Mumbai, April 18 (IANS) A committee appointed to probe the beating up, allegedly by legislators, of a sub-inspector of police within the Maharashtra assembly premises last month recommended, Thursday, a departmental inquiry against the police officer.
Pune, April 14 (ANI): Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar went on a day-long fast at the Yashwantrao Chavan Samadhi sthal in Karad on Sunday in an act of self-introspection over his objectionable 'urine' remark on the state's drought situation.
Thane, (Maharashtra), April 13 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar Saturday pulled up his nephew and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, terming his remark on drought-hit and power deficit areas as "improper" but said that now that he has apologised, he should be forgiven.
Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar Saturday said that Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's comments on drought-hit areas were "improper" and now that he has apologised, he should be forgiven.
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh is busy with work and he says he is enjoying it.
Mumbai, April 11 (IANS) Aishwarya Sakhuja, who will soon be seen as the co-host of "India's Dancing Superstar", says the dance reality show will a fun to watch.
Mumbai, April 10 (IANS) Sri Lankan beauty Jacqueline Fernandez, who forayed into Bollywood in 2009, says she finds inspiration in British-born actress Katrina Kaif, who has carved her own niche and battled language problems to become the "success" that she is despite being an outsider for the Indian film industry.
Mumbai, April 8 (IANS) Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar Monday again apologized for his widely condemned comments on drought-hit areas but a fuming opposition insisted that he be sacked.
Mumbai, April 7 (IANS) Hours after making certain remarks on people in drought-hit areas of Maharashtra, which several parties termed as "shameful and objectionable", Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar tendered an apology here Sunday evening.
Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) After a week-long ruckus in the assembly, the Maharashtra government finally submitted to the legislators' demands Monday and suspended Traffic Assistant Police Inspector Sachin Suryawanshi, who was thrashed by some legislators last week.
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh is ready to make his TV debut as a judge on dance reality show "India's Dancing Superstar". He says there's something different about it.
Mumbai, March 18 (IANS) After producing a Marathi film titled "Balak Palak", Riteish Deshmukh is now all set to act in a Marathi project titled "Lai Bhaari". He is excited, yet nervous.
New Delhi, Feb 16 (ANI): Bollywood's Marathi couple Ritesh Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza unveiled the sponsors of their team 'Veer Marathi' in Mumbai on Friday evening.
New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Actor Anupam Kher isn't thinking of retirement anytime soon and promises to keep reinventing himself.
New Delhi, Feb 6 (ANI): 'Saathiya' star Vivek Oberoi and his wife Priyanka Alva have become proud parents of a baby boy.
Mumbai, Feb 6 (IANS) Actor Vivek Oberoi and wife Priyanka have become proud parents of a boy.
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.
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.
Mumbai, Jan 4 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh's first production venture - Marathi film "Balak Palak" - has been in the news for its subject and now the actor-producer has plans to make it in Hindi.
New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) "Bluffmaster" pair Abhishek Bachchan and Riteish Deshmukh, known for their spontaneous comic sense, will spice up the Zee Cine Awards 2013 ceremony as the hosts. They are both excited to make it an entertaining affair.
Mumbai, Jan 3 (IANS) Central banks need to be given full independence in formulating monetary policy and there should not be any political pressure on them, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Duvvuri Subbarao said Thursday.
Mumbai, Jan 3 (IANS) Riteish Deshmukh completed 10 years in Bollywood Thursday and says that the day marks another new beginning for him as he debuts as a producer.
Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) The opposition BJP-Shiv Sena Wednesday decided against putting up a candidate for the ensuing by-election to the Rajya Sabha, paving the way for Congress leader Rajni Patil to be elected unopposed.
New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) The Congress Tuesday named former MP Rajni Patil as the party's candidate for the Rajya Sabha bypoll from Maharashtra, caused by the death of union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh.
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Marriage is no more a roadblock for Bollywood beauties and this year five actresses, including reigning queens Kareena Kapoor and Vidya Balan, tied the knot with thier long-time beaus. Genelia D'Souza, Esha Deol and Lisa Ray too joined the bandwagon.
Mumbai, Dec 18 (IANS) Polling to a Rajya Sabha seat from Maharashtra that fell vacant after the death of sitting member Vilasrao Deshmukh will be held Jan 12, the poll panel announced Tuesday.
Nagpur, Dec 10 (IANS) The Maharashtra legislature on the first day of its winter session here Monday paid rich tributes to late prime minister I.K. Gujral, former chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh and Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray, besides other leaders and members who passed away.
Pune, Dec 9 (ANI): Varieties of handmade Japanese dolls on display, adorning different hairstyles and attire, fascinated visitors in Pune city over the weekend.
Mumbai, Dec 7 (IANS) Unseeded Indian Pranjala Yadlapalli continued her demolition of seeded players when she knocked out second seed Hana Mortagy of Egypt in the singles semifinal of the CCI-ITF Junior Boys' and Girls' Under-18 Tennis Championship.
Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Second seed Sahil Deshmukh of India crashed out in the opening round of the boys' Under-18 event of the ITF-CCI Junior Boys' & Girls' Tennis Championship here Monday.
Candolim (Goa), Nov 29 (IANS) Actress Geneila D'Souza, who got married to long-time beau Riteish Deshmukh earlier this year, turned into a "bride" again for designer Neeta Lulla at the ongoing India Resort Fashion Week (IRFW).
Mumbai, Nov 21 (IANS) Bollywood celebrities Anupam Kher and Anubhav Sinha have hailed the government for Pakistani terrorist Ajmal Amir Kasab's execution Wednesday, and hope that "no more Kasabs are being trained elsewhere".
Mumbai, Nov 7 (IANS) In a pre-Diwali gift, the Maharashtra government Wednesday hiked the annual ceiling on subsidised domestic cooking gas cylinders from six to nine for the below-poverty line families and for those with an annual income of less than Rs.1 lakh.
New Delhi, Nov.5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee presented the Durgabai Deshmukh awards for women's development for the years 2005, 2006 and 2007 at a glittering ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Monday.
New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee Monday called for concerted efforts by private and voluntary sectors and the government to realise the goal of inclusive development.
Mumbai, Nov 4 (IANS) Model-tuned-actor Milind Soman turns 47 Sunday and his actress girlfriend Shahana Goswami calls him the loveliest person who inspires her.
Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) The youth wing of the Samajwadi Party's Maharashtra unit Saturday protested against filmmaker Ram Gopal Verma, who is shooting a movie based on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack.
New Delhi, Nov.2 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will confer the Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Awards for Women's Development for the years 2005, 2006 and 2007 at a function on November 5 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Ipoh, Oct 27 (IANS) India's Sahil Deshmukh bagged a double crown at the ITF Junior Grade 4 Tennis Tournament here in Malaysia Saturday.
Mumbai, Oct 25 (IANS) Famous satirist and comedian Jaspal Bhatti's untimely death has shocked many, including the Bollywood faternity. Celebrities like Anupam Kher, Akshay and Riteish Deshmukh have expressed their grief.
New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has announced two new films on the occasion of the 34th anniversary of his production house Mukta Arts - comedy "Ishq De Maare" and "Apna Sapna Money Money 2".
Hyderabad, Oct 19 (IANS) A spiritual organisation has developed a new yoga/meditation technique for farmers which can help boost crop production.
New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Sloganeering, boycotts, walkouts and disruptions in the monsoon session of parliament led to 151 of the scheduled 206 work hours being wasted, according to responses to a Right to Information (RTI) query Friday.
Mumbai, Oct 1 (IANS) In a bid to boost organ donations, the Maharashtra government has initiated several measures aimed at strengthening the health network and widening the net of prospective donors, a top official said Monday.
New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh's debut production venture, Marathi film "Balak Palak" (BP) about sex education, will have its world premeire at the South Asian International Film Festival (SAIFF), to be held in New York Oct 24-Oct 30.
Mumbai, Sep 14 (IANS) Actor Riteish Deshmukh has been finalised for "Filmy Picture" and says he is excited to be a part of the project, a spoof on various Bollywood films.
Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Riteish Deshmukh has turned producer with Marathi movie "Balak Palak", which deals with curiosity about sex among adolescents. The actor says it is high time people should talk about it openly.
Mumbai, Aug 28 (ANI): The last rites of former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh were performed here on Thursday, with his ashes being immersed in holy ponds in several districts of the state and other places here.
Mumbai, Aug 29 (IANS) Actor Paresh Rawal has featured in most of the Hindi films made by Priyadarshan. The filmmaker reveals the reason is that they enjoy a good rapport.
Chennai, Aug 22 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to extend its one-time benefit scheme to Gundappa Viswanath, Mohinder Amarnath, Dilip Vengsarkar and Syed Kirmani, who were all left out of the scheme earlier this year.
New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) Vayalar Ravi Tuesday assumed charge as minister for science & technology and assured full support to the scientists in their endeavour.
Mumbai, Aug.16 (ANI): A fashion designer organised a show here in memory of deceased people from the film fraternity.
Panaji, Aug 16 (IANS) The Congress in Goa Thursday demanded a ban on the Ekta Kapoor produced film "Kya Super Kool Hain Hum," saying the film offended the sensibilities of the Christian community.
Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) The Maharashtra cabinet Thursday condoled the deaths of union minister and former chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh and Congress leader and former minister Prabhakar Kunte, an official said.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (ANI): Both Houses of Parliament have been adjourned for the day as a mark of respect to the sad demise of Union Minister and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Both houses of parliament were adjourned Thursday after paying tributes to Union minister and former Maharashtra chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, who passed away Tuesday.
Babhalgaon (Latur, Maharashtra), Aug. 15 (ANI): Thousands of grieving supporters and family bade a tearful adieu to former union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh as his mortal remains were consigned to flames in his native Babhalgaon village in Maharashtra's Latur District on Wednesday afternoon.
Babhalgaon (Maharashtra), Aug.15 (ANI): Pandemonium erupted here during the funeral of former Cabinet Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, forcing police to launch a baton charge on the unruly mob on Wednesday.
Latur, Aug 15 (IANS) A sea of humanity poured out on all roads leading to Babhalgaon village in this Maharashtra district as thousands paid their last tributes to their beloved leader and union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh whose last rites were held Wednesday.
Latur, Aug 15 (ANI): The mortal remains of Union Minister and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh was consigned to flames at his native Babhalgaon village in Maharashtra's Latur District today.
New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) The All India Congress Committee (AICC) Wednesday passed a condolence resolution to pay tribute to former union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, describing him as a leader who rose to high posts from grassroots panchayati organisations.
Latur, Aug 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh and Congress President Sonia Gandhi today visited late Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh's native Babhalgaon village and paid their last respects to him.
Latur, Aug 15 (IANS) A sea of humanity poured out on all roads leading to Babhalgaon village in Latur district where the body of their beloved leader Vilasrao Deshmukh was brought for people to pay their last respects here Wednesday.
Latur, Aug 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress president Sonia Gandhi paid their last respects to former Maharashtra chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh in Babhalgaon village here Wednesday.
Mumbai, Aug 15 (IANS) Maharashtra celebrated Independence Day in a sombre mood Wednesday amid flag hoisting ceremonies and singing of national anthem at most places in the state.
New Delhi, Aug.15 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday hoisted the tricolour at the party headquarters on the occasion of Independence Day without any celebration as the All India Congress Committee (AICC) mourned the demise of former Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh.
Bhabhalgaon (Latur District, Maharashtra) Aug 15 (ANI): Thousands of people lined up to pay their last respects to former Union Minister and Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh whose body was brought here today.
Chennai, Aug.15 (ANI): Soldiers of the Indian Army on Wednesday paid homage to former Union Cabinet Minister for Science and Technology Vilasrao Deshmukh, a day after he passed away due to a liver disorder at a hospital in Chennai.
Latur, Aug 15 (ANI): Union Minister and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh's funeral will be held at his native Babhalgaon village in Latur District on Wednesday.
Latur, Aug 15 (IANS) The body of union minister Vilasrao Desmukh, who died in Chennai Tuesday, was brought to his home district here in Maharashtra by a special flight Wednesday morning, a party official said. His funeral will be held in the evening.
Bollywood pays condolences to Vilashrao Deshmukh on twitter
Union science and technology Minister and former CM of Maharastra Vilasrao Deshmukh passed away on Tuesday noon at Global Hospitals in Chennai. Deshmukh, who was suffering from a serious liver ailment
Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Condolences poured in from political leaders of Maharashtra for union minister and former chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh soon after the news of his death spread across the state.
Chennai/New Delhi/Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Union minister and former Maharashtra chief minister Vilasrao Deshmukh died at a Chennai hospital Tuesday after prolonged illness. Leaders across the political spectrum mourned his death while parliament was adjourned and national flags flown at half-mast as tribute.
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Congress president Sonia Gandhi and BJP chief Nitin Gadkari were among leaders from across the political spectrum who paid tributes to union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, who died at a Chennai hospital Tuesday.
Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh died of cardiac failure, said renowned doctor Mohammed Rela of Chennai's Global Health City Tuesday even as he drew attention to the urgent need for organ donations.
Panaji, Aug 14 (IANS) Goa Governor B.V. Wanchoo and Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar Tuesday condoled the death of union minister Vilasrao Deshmukh.
