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

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

Much ado about nose rings at Cannes

May 19, 2013 at 1:42 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Among things Indian that Bollywood actresses Vidya Balan and Sonam Kapoor flaunted at the ongoing 66th Cannes International Film Festival, their bespoke nose rings, the traditional 'nath', drew immense attention. Designers believe this could set a trend of sorts among youth.

Ritu Beri gives thumbs up to Vidya, Sonam's Cannes look

May 18, 2013 at 4:46 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Bollywood actress Vidya Balan and Sonam Kapoor may have received a mixed reaction for their red carpet appearances at the 66th Cannes International Film Festival but world renowned fashion designer Ritu Beri feels proud about their ensemble selections.

Woman constable booked for husband's suicide

May 8, 2013 at 8:00 PM

Gurgaon, May 8 (IANS) A woman constable of the Delhi Police was booked here for abetment of suicide of her engineer husband, who died when he jumped before a moving train, police said Wednesday.

Hooda's office in 'extension' mode (Haryana Newsletter)

April 13, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Chandigarh, April 13 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda's office is in an "extension" mode. Most of its senior functionaries have wrangled extensions in service to remain in the all-powerful setup.

Sought details on Indian couple in Britain: Khurshid

April 8, 2013 at 9:01 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid Monday said the government has sought more information on an Indian couple living in Britain whose child was reportedly taken away by British social service officials.

India has potential of almost a billion buyers: Ritu Beri (Interview)

March 3, 2013 at 12:59 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Changing patterns among consumers, for whom "wants" have become "necessities", denote good times for those offering fashion and luxury products, says designer Ritu Beri.

Aaradhya will decide her career: Abhishek Bachchan

March 3, 2013 at 12:19 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Actor Abhishek Bachchan says daughter Aaradhya will have the liberty to choose a career for herself and a parent's job is just to give "love, care and good education" to the child.

Ritu Beri calls on 'great dad' Abhishek for Baby Beri show

March 2, 2013 at 12:59 PM

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IANS) Popular fashion designer Ritu Beri has a special guest for her annual charity kids' fashion event - The Baby Beri Show. She has invited Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan, who, she believes, is not just an excellent actor, but a great father too.

Child found dead inside safety tank in Delhi

March 1, 2013 at 5:07 PM

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IANS) A three-year-old boy was found dead inside an open safety tank in the capital, police said Friday.

Himachal seeks rail links to industrial hub Baddi

February 18, 2013 at 6:16 PM

Shimla, Feb 18 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh has demanded setting up of new rail projects, especially in its industrial belt of Baddi-Barotiwala, besides expediting ongoing rail projects, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh said here Monday.

No working CM needed, Raja Saab hard at work (Himachal Pradesh Newsletter)

February 15, 2013 at 12:09 PM

Shimla, Feb 15 (IANS) After rumours swirled that the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh would appoint a "working" chief minister as 78-year-old incumbent Virabhadra Singh would go abroad for treatment, many ministers asserted that no such thing was planned.

ASSOCHAM Ladies League opens Hyderabad chapter

February 11, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 11 (IANS) Making its foray into south India, the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham) Ladies League (ALL), the women's wing of India's apex industry chamber, opened its Hyderabad chapter Monday.

Virbhadra Singh seeks central indulgence (Himachal Pradesh Newsletter)

February 8, 2013 at 11:47 AM

Shimla, Feb 8 (IANS) Hoping to boost an economy largely dependent on tourism, horticulture and hydropower, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh and his colleagues are lobbying hard with New Delhi to get central projects and schemes, particularly dealing with infrastructure and connectivity, sanctioned for the state.

Delhi boy repents harassing girl, commits suicide

December 31, 2012 at 10:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) A 19-year-old boy who had allegedly harassed two girls on a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus committed suicide Monday, fearing public anger and ignominy.

Life beyond needle, thread: Designers explore new creative mediums (2012 in Retrospect)

December 27, 2012 at 1:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) From entering lifestyle space, writing books to becoming an entrepreneur, the year 2012 saw a bevy of designers like Rohit Bal, Suneet Varma and Ritu Berry exploring new creative mediums and adding value to their brands.

Ritu Beri calls herself 'first idiot' of Indian fashion

December 11, 2012 at 5:44 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) She went abroad to use her design sensibilities at a time when the Indian fashion industry was very niche. In the business for over two decades now, Ritu Beri calls herself "the first idiot" who got up and followed her dreams in the world of fashion.

Malini Ramani to make t-shirts for Unicef

December 11, 2012 at 5:20 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Designer Malini Ramani is set to promote the use of safe-drinking water in remote villages across India by making an exclusive range of t-shirts in association with footwear and apparel brand Woodland and the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef).

Remove liquor vends from religious towns: Haryana khaps

December 5, 2012 at 9:56 AM

Rohtak (Haryana), Dec 5 (IANS) Having strongly raised their voices for amending the Hindu Marriage Act to ban marriages within the same gotra and same village, Haryana's khap panchayats have now decided to launch a campaign to get liquor vends shut in religious towns across the state.

Antony to visit Indonesia for three days

October 12, 2012 at 8:36 PM

New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Defence Minister A.K. Antony will embark on a three-day visit to Indonesia beginning on Monday to take part in the first ministerial-level biennial defence dialogue between the two countries.

Two minors raped in 24 hours in Delhi

October 6, 2012 at 9:34 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Two eight-year-old girls were allegedly raped in two separate incidents here in the last 24 hours, police said Saturday evening. The accused involved in both the incidents have been arrested.

Standing ovation for Kallol, Pankaj and Nidhi at LFW finale

August 8, 2012 at 8:17 AM

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) The grand finale at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter Festive was a surprising affair as young designers Kallol Datta and husband-wife duo Pankaj and Nidhi receiveing a standing ovation from the audience and Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor walking the ramp for the young designers.

Ritu Beri showcases Marilyn Monroe inspired collection at LFW

August 6, 2012 at 4:25 PM

New Delhi, August 6 (ANI): Celebrated Indian designer Ritu Beri has revealed that her collection, which was showcased on runway at the 13th Lakme Fashion Week, was inspired by the "Marilyn Monroe of today".

My collection inspired by today's Marilyn Monroe: Ritu Beri

August 3, 2012 at 11:15 PM

Mumbai, Aug 3 (IANS) The "Marilyn Monroe of today" was the inspiration for designer Ritu Beri's collection showcased at the 13th Lakme Fashion Week which commenced Friday.

Beyond designing, Ritu Beri eyes lifestyle space

August 2, 2012 at 12:11 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) She is one of the rare names in the Indian fashion fraternity whose international presence and impact are wider than at home. Now designer Ritu Beri wants to spread her wings by opening lifestyle boutiques to cater to everyone's needs under one roof.

86 designers to showcase at LFW Winter fest

July 11, 2012 at 1:52 PM

Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) In its 13th year, Lakme Fashion Week has lined up 86 designers, including veterans Pallavi Jaikishan and Ritu Beri, from across the country.

New bridge in Jammu and Kashmir to enhance connectivity, patrolling

May 26, 2012 at 5:06 PM

Rajouri, May 26 (ANI): The new Beri Pattan bridge, connecting Nowshera and Rajouri, and aimed to facilitate military and civilian movement in areas along the Line of Control (LoC) was completed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and inaugurated on Friday.

States' demand for 'green bonus' legitimate: Ashwani Kumar

April 9, 2012 at 8:03 PM

Shimla, April 9 (IANS) Acknowledging Himachal Pradesh's demand for special incentives to preserve its ecology, Union Minister of State for Planning Ashwani Kumar Monday favoured grant of "green bonus" to the state.

Vivek Oberoi, Leander Paes support fashion show dedicated to sex workers

February 19, 2012 at 7:48 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (ANI): Vivek Oberoi and tennis ace Leander Paes came out to support a special show to create awareness against human trafficking, at the ongoing Fashion Week in New Delhi.

Vivek Oberoi, Leander Paes support fashion show dedicated to sex workers

February 19, 2012 at 10:51 AM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (ANI): Vivek Oberoi and tennis ace Leander Paes came out to support a special show to create awareness against human trafficking, at the ongoing Fashion Week in New Delhi.

SAI suspends coaches among others for supporting athletes in doping

July 7, 2011 at 9:09 PM

New Delhi, July 7 (ANI): In the wake of eight athletes failing dope test, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has decided to take action against the tainted coaches and other support staff, whose roles have been under scanner.

Ritu Beri, Pankaj Udhas to take part in Spirit of India in Oman event in Muscat

January 17, 2011 at 12:35 PM

Muscat, Jan.17 (ANI): Indian fashion designer Ritu Berry and popular ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas will take part in the Spirit of India in Oman event to celebrate double occasion of the 40th National Day of Oman and the Republic Day of India.

Ritu Beri, Pankaj Udhas to take part in Spirit of India in Oman event in Muscat

January 17, 2011 at 12:35 PM

Muscat, Jan.17 (ANI): Indian fashion designer Ritu Berry and popular ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas will take part in the Spirit of India in Oman event to celebrate double occasion of the 40th National Day of Oman and the Republic Day of India.

Hizbul Commander kills fresh recruit for illicit relations with wife in Doda

September 9, 2010 at 9:22 PM

Marmat (Doda), Sep. 8 (ANI): A section commander of Hizbul Mujahedeen (HM) has killed a fresh recruit of the outfit at Beri Mandool in Marmat in upper reaches of Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir suspecting him for having illicit relations with his wife.

Indian Army likely to call off combing operation in J-K's Beri Rakh forest

July 19, 2010 at 9:35 PM

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir), July 19 (ANI): The top brass of the Jammu and Kashmir police on Monday said the Indian Army proposes to call off the combing operation following seven days of fierce encounter with the militants in the Beri Rakh forest range in Poonch district.

Arms and ammunitions recovered from militant hideout in Poonch

July 19, 2010 at 12:58 PM

Srinagar, July 19 (ANI): Arms, ammunition and medicines were recovered from a militant hideout in the Beri Rakh forest, following gun-battle between security forces and militants in Poonch District.

Militant killed in Poonch, gun battle continues

July 15, 2010 at 3:22 PM

Poonch, July 15 (ANI): A Lashkar-e-Toiba militant was killed in an encounter with the Army in Beri-Rakh forest in Mendhar area of Poonch district on Thursday.

Army Major killed, colonel injured in Poonch encounter

July 14, 2010 at 12:06 PM

Poonch (J-K), July 14 (ANI): An Army Major was killed and six other personnel including a Colonel were injured in a fierce encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch area last night.

27 cuneiform tablets from 2500 BC unearthed in Syria

February 8, 2010 at 11:33 PM

Washington, Feb 8 (ANI): Archaeological expeditions working at North-eastern Syria have discovered several collective tombs and parts of seals with different shapes in addition to 27 cuneiform tablets dating back to 2500 BC.

Montek Ahluwalia predicts easing of food price inflation by next month

January 4, 2010 at 5:52 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (ANI): Planning Commission Deputy Chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia said on Monday that the current food inflation would be eased by the end of next month.

Folk singer Minu Bakshi launches her music album

December 17, 2009 at 3:43 PM

New Delhi, Dec 17 (ANI): Folk singer Minu Bakshi launched her music album at a glittering ceremony here on Wednesday (December 16).

Radio Pakistan sees India being behind terror attacks in Pakistan

November 11, 2009 at 2:45 PM

Abohar, Nov.11 (ANI): Despite having initially blamed the Talibans and Lashkar-e-Toiba for causing trouble across its country, Radio Pakistan in its recent Punjabi Darbar programme has blamed India for carrying out terrorist attacks in its territory.

Nainital hails the colourful autumn festival

November 6, 2009 at 8:54 PM

Nainital (Uttarakhand), Nov 6(ANI): To give the tourism sector a boost in the Uttarakhand's Kumaon region, the scenic Nainital city is hosting this year's edition of the annual autumn festival named 'Sharadutsav'.

Models attend fitting session ahead of Wills India Fashion Week

October 22, 2009 at 9:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 22(ANI): Top models participating in the Wills India Fashion Week (WIFW) Spring/Summer 2010 attended a fitting session on Thursday ahead of the event to be held in the national capital.

Poor monsoon lowered hydro electricity generation in HP

August 29, 2009 at 3:23 PM

Kullu (HP), Aug. 29 (ANI): Scanty rains have resulted in low hydro electricity generation in Himachal Pradesh this year.

Senior citizens sashay down ramp in Delhi

May 15, 2009 at 4:03 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): The senior citizens walked down the ramp thematically called 'silver hair on the ramp' here on Thursday.

Case against 38 bogus voters in Delhi

May 11, 2009 at 11:24 PM

New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) For the first time in the history of democratic India, 38 voters have been identified and booked for casting votes at more than one booth in the national capital last week.

Seniors set the ramp on fire

May 2, 2009 at 9:42 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Sushila Sharma, 65, had a childhood dream of becoming a model. This didn't happen till she became a grandmother. On Saturday the elegant lady sashayed down the ramp with confidence and her children and grandchildren cheered for her.

BJP leader Vijay Goel's campaign goes online now

April 24, 2009 at 7:10 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) Taking a cue from his party's prime ministerial candidate L.K. Advani, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from New Delhi Vijay Goel Friday launched his own website to reach out to the nearly 400,000 netizens in his constituency.

Dried leaves developed into art objects

March 28, 2009 at 10:04 AM

Bhopal, Mar 28 (ANI): Dried leaves, which are otherwise considered waste, are being transformed into eye-catching paintings by an artiste in Bhopal.

Glamour, women and vintage cars come together to rally for girl child

March 22, 2009 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) An all-women vintage car rally in the capital Sunday brought at least 75 classic and vintage automobiles to roll for the cause of the girl child from the Red Fort to the India Gate.

Akshay Kumar opens Ritu Beri's kids fashion show

February 3, 2009 at 10:06 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (ANI): Bollywood star Akshay Kumar launched the 'Baby Beri' show which showcased fashion designer Ritu Beri's kids collection in New Delhi on Sunday evening.

Fashion fraternity too scared to party this year

December 23, 2008 at 9:30 AM

New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) The fashion fraternity may be known for its late night parties, but in the shadow of the Mumbai terror attack, it is still unsure about New Year Eve plans. Most designers and models are planning a quiet celebration with family and friends.

Soldier killed by suspected militants in Kashmir

November 17, 2008 at 10:53 AM

Jammu, Nov 17 (IANS) A soldier was killed by suspected militants Monday and two army personnel have gone missing in a mountainous forest area of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said.

NRI socialite raises 100,000 pounds for street children

November 11, 2008 at 2:50 PM

London, Nov 11 (IANS) An Indian-origin socialite has raised more than 100,000 pounds for street children in India and other countries after holding a gala charity ball in London in the midst of a financial crisis.

18 years on, fashion diva Ritu Beri opens first boutique in India

October 6, 2008 at 8:32 PM

New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Fashion diva Ritu Beri has boutiques in France and Germany but it took her 18 long years to open her first outlet in India that promises to be a one-stop-shop for shopaholic women.

Ace designers set ramp afire during a Bridal show in Delhi

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New Delhi, Oct 5 (ANI): Designers combine historic opulence and contemporary chic to dazzle the fashion glitterati with their bridal collection at the Bridal Asia event here on Saturday.

18 years on, fashion diva Ritu Beri opens first boutique in India

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Fashion diva Ritu Beri has boutiques in France and Germany but it took her 18 long years to open her first outlet in India that promises to be a one-stop-shop for shopaholic women.