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Everything you need to know about Asha Ganj Ajmer Ed So: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Rina Dhaka brings local flavour to 'Style And The City' (With Image)

May 14, 2013 at 6:30 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) She had very litte time, still Rina Dhaka hopped from one city to another exploring their culture, heritage and lifestyle for her travel show. The ace desinger describes the experience as "fun and challenging".

India urges Pakistan to stop pilgrim visits

May 13, 2013 at 4:38 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (ANI): India has urged Pakistan to stop its pilgrims from undertaking visits in the wake of the recent death of Sarabjit Singh in Lahore.

Sonia Gandhi sends "Chadar" to Ajmer Sharif shrine

May 12, 2013 at 2:22 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Sunday sent a "Chadar" as an offering to the Ajmer Sharif shrine.

Devotees throng Ajmer shrine to mark 801st Death anniversary of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti

May 11, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Ajmer, May 11 (ANI): Devotees in large numbers thronged the shrine in Ajmer during the 801st Death anniversary of the Sufi saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti, and took part in religious rituals to mark the commemoration 'Urs' of Khwaja Gharib Nawaz.

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.

India advises Pakistan to cancel pilgrims' visit

May 10, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Islamabad, May 10 (IANS) India has recommended to Pakistan to cancel the visit of Pakistani pilgrims to the shrine of a famous saint in India over security concerns, the Pakistani foreign ministry said Friday.

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.

Ajmer priests not to help Pakistanis in prayers

May 6, 2013 at 8:48 PM

Jaipur, May 6 (IANS) Khadims (priests) at the dargah (shrine) of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer have decided not to assist Pakistani pilgrims in offering prayers at the shrine.

Sheila inaugurates transit camp for Ajmer Sharif Urs Pilgrims

May 6, 2013 at 4:55 PM

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit opened a transit camp for the pilgrims going to attend the 801st Annual Urs of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti at Ajmer. The camp at Burari grounds organized by the Department of Revenue would continue upto 25th May, 2013

Security being tightened ahead of Ajmer Urs

May 2, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Jaipur, May 2 (IANS) After the death of Sarabjit Singh in a Pakistan jail, security is being tightened in and around Ajmer, where a delegation of over 640 pilgrims from Pakistan is expected to arrive May 12 for the 801st Urs of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti.

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.

India has not been firm with Pakistan: Sushma Swaraj

April 30, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) As the family of Indian death row prisoner in Pakistan Sarabjit Singh said he was "clinically dead", opposition leader Sushma Swaraj Tuesday slammed the government for not dealing with Islamabad "firmly".

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.

Punjab readies strategy to reduce area under paddy cultivation

April 21, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Chandigarh, April 21 (IANS) Reiterating his government's firm commitment to fast-tracking agriculture diversification, Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Sunday said it has chalked out a strategy to reduce a major area of state under paddy cultivation and shift to alternate crops.

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.

Clampdown in Rajasthan town after communal tension

April 18, 2013 at 10:04 PM

Jaipur, April 18 (IANS) Authorities Thursday banned gathering of five or more people in a town in Rajasthan' Ajmer district Thursday after communal tension flared up, police said.

Difficult to judge children, says Vishal Dadlani

April 16, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) Composer Vishal Dadlani, who is one of the judges on upcoming singing reality show "Indian Idol Junior", says he finds it difficult to judge children.

Rajasthan to promote salt lake tourism

April 15, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Jaipur, April 15 (IANS) To tap its tourism potential, the desert state of Rajasthan is trying to prop up Sambhar, the largest inland salt lake in the country, as a unique attraction, Tourism Minister Bina Kak said.

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.

RPSC declared final results for Agriculture officer, check results

April 5, 2013 at 6:23 PM

Rajasthan Public Service Commission, Ajmer has published results for the post of Agriculture Officer and other, which were advertised by the

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.

BJP will oppose withdrawal of AFSPA from J and K: Rudy

March 14, 2013 at 12:30 PM

New Delhi, Mar 14 (ANI): BJP spokesperson Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Thursday made it clear that his party will not agree on the withdrawal of the armed forces special powers act (AFSPA) from Jammu and Kashmir.

Shiv Sena felicitates Ajmer Sharif head for opposing Pak PM's visit

March 13, 2013 at 3:18 PM

Ajmer, Mar 13 (ANI): The right-wing Shiv Sena on Wednesday felicitated Syed Zainul Abedin Ali Khan, the spiritual head of the shrine of revered Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti in Ajmer for opposing Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf's recent visit.

Scale down diplomatic ties with Pakistan: Rajnath

March 11, 2013 at 6:43 PM

Kolkata, March 11 (IANS) Slamming the government over hosting a lunch for Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf during his private visit to India, BJP president Rajnath Singh Monday demanded that diplomatic relations with the neighbouring nation be scaled down in the wake of the brutal killing of two Indian solders.

Ajmer shrine diwan should get Bharat Ratna: Uddhav Thackeray

March 11, 2013 at 11:24 AM

Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray lauded Diwan Zainul Abedin Ali Khan of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti dargah in Ajmer for showing courage in opposing the visit by Pakistan Prime Minister Pervez Ashraf to the shrine Saturday.

Ajmer priests refused donation from Pakistan PM

March 10, 2013 at 7:31 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Priests at the dargah of Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti refused a donation from Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf when he visited the 800-year-old Sufi shrine in Ajmer.

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.

Didn't talk official issues with Pakistan PM: Khurshid

March 10, 2013 at 3:23 PM

Ghaziabad, March 10 (IANS) External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid Sunday made it clear that he held no official talks with Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf at Ajmer Saturday.

Pak PM's reception was diplomatic courtesy: Khurshid

March 10, 2013 at 2:51 PM

Ghaziabad, Mar. 10 (ANI): Reiterating that he did not have any substantive discussions with Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Parvez Ashraf on his daylong visit to Ajmer Sharif yesterday, External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Sunday said it was just a courtesy extended to the visiting dignitary from a neighbouring country.

Pakistani PM prays for peace at Ajmer shrine, meets Khurshid (Roundup)

March 9, 2013 at 8:11 PM

Jaipur, March 9 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf, on a private visit to the Ajmer shrine of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti, Saturday met Indian External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid over lunch here, but no official talks were held between the two sides.

Pak PM Ashraf leaves for Islamabad from Jaipur

March 9, 2013 at 7:31 PM

Jaipur, Mar. 9 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf took a special flight to Islamabad on Saturday evening after winding up his day-long personal visit to the shrine of Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishti at Ajmer.

Pak PM Ashraf offers prayers at Ajmer Sharif Dargah

March 9, 2013 at 6:35 PM

Ajmer, Mar. 9 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf, who visited the historic dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer to offer his prayers on Saturday, offered a 'Chadar' at the Mazar of the Sufi Saint.

Pakistan PM's visit to Ajmer sees many protests

March 9, 2013 at 5:39 PM

Ajmer, March 9 (IANS) Many people joined protests in this city ahead of the visit of Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf. At least 35 people were arrested in connection with protests against Ashraf's visit to the 13th century dargah of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti here Saturday.

Pak PM Ashraf reaches Ajmer Shrine

March 9, 2013 at 5:13 PM

Ajmer, Mar. 9 (ANI): The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Raja Pervez Ashraf, has reached the historic dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer to offer his prayers.

Khurshid, Ashraf meet over lunch, terror not on table

March 9, 2013 at 4:21 PM

Jaipur, March 9 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf was Saturday hosted for lunch by Indian External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid here, but there were no official talks between the two sides.

Protests in Rajasthan as Pakistani PM visits Ajmer

March 9, 2013 at 4:19 PM

Jaipur, March 9 (IANS) A group of protestors waived black flags and shouted slogans as External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid hosted a lunch for Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf at Hotel Rambagh Palace here Saturday.

'No substantive discussions with Pak PM': Khurshid

March 9, 2013 at 3:55 PM

Jaipur, Mar. 9 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Saturday said that he had no formal discussions with Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf, who is on a personal visit to India to offer prayers at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah.

Khurshid, Ashraf meet for lunch, but no official talks

March 9, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Jaipur, March 9 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf was Saturday hosted for lunch by Indian External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid here, but there were no official talks between the two sides.

Narayanasamy rules out formal talks with Pak PM on private visit to India

March 9, 2013 at 3:15 PM

Chennai, Mar. 9 (ANI): Minister of State in Prime Minister's Office (PMO) V. Narayanasamy on Saturday ruled out any formal talks with Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf, who is presently on a day-long personal visit to India to offer prayers at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah.

Rajnath Singh asks PM to convey India's concerns on terrorism to Pak

March 9, 2013 at 2:27 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 9 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Rajnath Singh on Saturday said a meaningful dialogue with Pakistan can only take place after the Asian neighbour takes firm steps to stop the terrorism emanating from its soil.

Khurshid draws sharp criticism for hosting lunch for Pak PM in Jaipur

March 9, 2013 at 1:31 PM

New Delhi/Lucknow/Jaipur, Mar. 9 (ANI): Taking potshots at External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid for hosting a lunch for the visiting Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf in Jaipur, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Yashwant Sinha on Saturday this move is against the feelings of the people of the country who are deeply hurt over the January 2013 beheading of two Indian soldiers along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

Pakistani PM arrives in Jaipur

March 9, 2013 at 1:23 PM

Jaipur, March 9 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf Saturday arrived here for a day-long private visit to the Sufi shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti at Ajmer in Rajasthan.

Cross LoC attack: Army Chief avoids commenting on Pak PM's visit

March 9, 2013 at 1:07 PM

Chandigarh, Mar. 9 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff, General Bikram Singh, on Saturday refused to comment on the personal visit of Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf to India, saying it is a political decision.

Pakistani PM arrives in Jaipur

March 9, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Jaipur, March 9 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf Saturday arrived here for a day-long private visit to the Sufi shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti at Ajmer in Rajasthan.

Pak PM Ashraf reaches Jaipur on his way to Ajmer (Update:Ashraf)

March 9, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Ajmer, Mar 9 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf arrived on Saturday in Jaipur for his visit to the shrine of Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer.

Pak PM Ashraf reaches Jaipur on his way to Ajmer

March 9, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Ajmer, Mar 9 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf arrived on Saturday in Jaipur for his visit to the shrine of Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer.

Khurshid on Pak PM: We welcome our guests with open arms

March 9, 2013 at 11:07 AM

New Delhi, Mar 8, (ANI): Before leaving for Jaipur to receive Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf, External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid said on Saturday: "We welcome our guests with open arms."

Thousands of policemen, snipers to guard Pak PM during Jaipur and Ajmer visit today

March 9, 2013 at 10:11 AM

Ajmer, Mar 9 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf will spend about five hours in Jaipur along with his family members before heading to the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer on Saturday. The Ajmer district administration has deployed more than 1,000 policemen in and around the shrine.

Pakistan PM to visit Ajmer Sharif tomorrow

March 8, 2013 at 8:19 PM

Ajmer, Mar. 8 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf will arrive here on Saturday on a personal visit to Ajmer Sharif.

India looks forward to Pak PM's personal visit to Ajmer Sharif

March 8, 2013 at 6:59 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 8 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Friday said that he looks forward to the visit to Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf as he will be offering prayers at the Sufi Shrine of Ajmer Sharif, which gives out the message of peace.

Normal ties with Pakistan after terror machine shut: PM

March 8, 2013 at 6:51 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday said there cannot be normalisation of ties with Pakistan unless the "terror machine still active" in that country is brought under control

Ajmer shrine official to boycott Pakistan PM's visit

March 8, 2013 at 5:47 PM

Jaipur, March 8 (IANS) Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf's visit to the world-famous shrine of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer Saturday has run into a controversy with a prominent shrine official deciding to boycott it to protest the beheading of an Indian soldier.

Ajmer shrine chief opposes Pak PM's visit over Indian soldiers' beheading on LoC

March 8, 2013 at 4:43 PM

Ajmer, Mar 8 (ANI): The spiritual head of Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti's shrine in Ajmer on Friday said that he was opposed to the visit by Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf in the wake of the January 2013 beheading of two Indian soldiers along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

Khurshid to extend courtesy to Pak PM Raja on personal visit to Ajmer Sharif

March 8, 2013 at 1:39 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 8 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid, who won't have substantive talks with Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf, on Friday said that he would be receiving the visiting dignitary on his private visit to Ajmer Sharif tomorrow as a courtesy.

Pakistan PM to visit Ajmer shrine Saturday

March 7, 2013 at 5:31 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf is to under take a private visit to the Sufi shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti at Ajmer Saturday (March 9). He will not visit New Delhi, an official said Thursday.

Security tightened in Ajmer ahead of Pakistan PM's visit

March 7, 2013 at 10:35 AM

Ajmer, Mar 7 (ANI): The Rajasthan Police has made adequate arrangements for the visit of Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf to the revered shrine of Ajmer Sharif on Saturday.

Khurshid rules out diplomatic talks with visiting Pak PM

March 6, 2013 at 4:27 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 6 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Wednesday ruled out any diplomatic talks with Pakistan Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf, who is likely to visit Ajmer Sharif on Saturday.

Pakistani PM to visit Ajmer Saturday

March 5, 2013 at 9:07 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf will come to India on a private visit Saturday on a pilgrimage to Ajmer Sharif, official sources said here.

Pakistani prime minister to visit Ajmer Saturday

March 5, 2013 at 6:27 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Pakistani Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf would come to India on a private visit Saturday on a pilgrimage to Ajmer Sharif, official sources said here.

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".

Three-year-old girl raped, assailant arrested

February 12, 2013 at 11:45 PM

Jaipur, Feb 12 (IANS) A three-year old girl was admitted to a hospital in critical condition after she was raped and brutally beaten up by a youth in Rajasthan's Bhilwara district Tuesday, police said.

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.

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.

Jaipur Discoms JVVNL Technical Helper result declared: Check results

January 9, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Jaipur Discoms JVVNL Technical Helper result 2012 has been declared. Previously joint examination was held to fill the vacant posts of Helper under Jaipur/Ajmer/Jodhpur Discoms.

Rajasthan police officer suspended, held for extortion

January 3, 2013 at 10:23 PM

Jaipur, Jan 3 (IANS) The Rajasthan government suspended an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Thursday, a day after he was arrested on corruption charges, officials said.