Everything you need to know about Manu Majra: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Manu Majra: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
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 15 (IANS) Himachal girl Kangna Ranaut entered filmdom with hit crime-romance "Gangster - A Love story" and the actress, whose latest release "Shootout At Wadala" also did well, feels gangster thrillers are lucky for her.
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) "Raanjhanaa" director Aanand L. Rai has also directed a non-commercial film "Strangers" which didn't manage to garner much success at the box office. Rai said he has learnt a lot with time.
Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) As the title suggests, "Raanjhanaa" is a romantic tale and its director Aanand L. Rai is confident that people would love to believe in the ideology of his film.
Mumbai, May 7 (IANS) After "Raanjhanaa", Anand L. Rai's next film will be the "Tanu Weds Manu" sequel. Although he isn't sure when it would go on the floors, he has confirmed he will prepare the romantic-comedy for a 2014 release.
New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) She took the road less travelled when she made her debut with an offbeat film like "Madholal Keep Walking" in 2010. Promising actor Swara Bhaskar now admits she is taking "better than baby steps" towards commercial cinema, which she believes, opens the gates to a larger audience - and adds longevity to an actor's career.
Mumbai, May 3 (IANS) Eijaz Khan says television is an "extended reality" and there will be plenty of opportunities for him on the small screen, but he is keen to explore other mediums across the globe.
Washington, May 2 (ANI): Using off-the-shelf printing tools, scientists at Princeton University have created a functional ear that can "hear" radio frequencies far beyond the range of normal human capability.
Gurgaon, April 30 (IANS) A youth was beaten to death here at a wedding after a tiff over playing songs, police said Tuesday.
Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Television actor Eijaz Khan made his theatre debut with a play called "The Seduction" and believes "true acting" happens on the stage when you have to connect with the live audience sitting in front of you.
The first trailer of much-awaited film "Raanjhanaa" starring tamil superstar Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor in the lead roles is out. Raanjhanaa is a romantic love story directed by Anand L. Rai of Tanu Weds Manu fame, written by Himanshu Sharma and produced by Krishika Lulla under the banner Eros International. The film is scheduled to release on June 21 this year.
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) India's next generation of amateur golfers will be playing at the Usha-IGU Delhi juniors which tees off at the Qutub Golf Club Tuesday.
New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) In a setback to Bharti Airtel, the Supreme Court Thursday restrained the company from enrolling new subscribers and extending to them 3G services in seven circles where it does not have licences.
Cisterna di Latina (Italy), April 9 (IANS/AKI) An Indian labourer has confessed to stabbing to death his Italian wife and her teenage daughter south of Rome in a fit of rage over money.
New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Bharti Airtel Monday questioned in the Supreme Court the Department of Telecommunications order asking it to terminate its roaming arrangements with other telecom operators to provide 3G services.
Washington, April 2 (IANS) San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili will be sidelined for up to four weeks, the NBA franchise said.
Patna, March 20 (IANS) In Bihar's troubled Maoist zone, police are coaching for free over 2,000 students to help them crack competitive exams. Wards of jailed extremists too have joined the classes, said a police officer.
Mumbai, March 19 (IANS) The title of the TV show "Gurbani" has been changed to "Baani - Ishq Ka Kalma" and the series is set to showcase the plight of new brides in Punjab who are left behind by their NRI husbands.
Film: "Mere Dad Ki Maruti"; Cast: Ram Kapoor, Saqib Saleem and Rhea Chakraborty; Director: Ashima Chibber; Rating: ***
Mumbai, March 14 (IANS) Krsna, known for his composition in "Tanu Weds Manu" and forthcoming movie "Jolly LLB", feels that songs in films are part of storytelling.
Basel, March 13 (IANS) World No.9 Parupalli Kashyap was the lone bright spot as all other Indian shuttlers lost their respective matches Tuesday here at the $125,000 Swiss Open Grand Prix Gold.
Basel, March 13 (IANS) Indian shuttler Sourabh Varma lost in the first round of the men's singles of the Swiss Open Grand Prix Gold here at the St. Jakobshalle Tuesday.
Basel, March 12 (IANS) Indian women shuttlers Arundhati Pantawane, P.C. Thulasi and Tanvi Lad failed to qualify for the main draw of the Swiss Open Grand Prix Gold at the St. Jakobshalle here Tuesday.
New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) The Supreme Court Monday issued notice on a petition seeking directions to the central and 10 state governments to take steps to prevent deaths of elephants on railway tracks that pass through their habitats.
Chennai, Feb 28 (IANS) Instead of throwing a lavish birthday party, Telugu actor Sunil Varma decided to spend the day with the children of Devnar School for blind in Hyderabad. He also donated Rs.2 lakh to the school.
Madrid, Feb 28 (IANS) A storming first half show from Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa proved vital as his side assured a spot in the Copa del Rey final after a 2-2 draw at Sevilla.
New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The ruling Congress and its union ministers Tuesday praised the railway budget as "commendable" while the opposition, including the BJP and the Left, criticised it as "disappointing" and an eyewash.
Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) Actress Kangna Ranaut, who will soon be seen in "I Love New Year" opposite Sunny Deol, believes post "Tanu Weds Manu" filmmakers are more confident about her acting skills.
New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The ruling Congress and its union ministers Tuesday praised the railway budget as "commendable" but the opposition parties, including the BJP and the BSP, slammed it, describing it as "disappointing".
Chennai, Feb 25 (IANS) It's not the critics' views or box office numbers that matter to Telugu actor Sunil Varma, he is more concerned about the audience's verdict.
Mumbai, Feb 22 (IANS) Bhojpuri actor Ravi Kishan is set to enter the field of politics and reveals that he will be fighting elections.
Hoshiarpur (Punjab), Feb 15 (IANS) It took just 48 working hours for a court in this Punjab district to decide a rape case, and sentence the accused.
Madrid, Feb 10 (IANS) Real Madrid and star player Cristiano Ronaldo warmed up for Wednesday's Champions League match at home to Manchester United with a comfortable 4-1 win over Sevilla.
New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) Mani Majra is being promoted as a movie tourism destination after "Zero Dark Thirty" shot in the small town near Chandigarh put it on the international cinema map, the union tourism ministry said Friday.
Agartala, Feb 4 (IANS) The number of candidates contesting the Feb 14 polls who have criminal charges filed against them has increased to eight percent, from three percent in the last assembly elections in the state in 2008, a report published Monday said.
Chennai, Feb 3 (IANS) Well-known comedian Sunil Varma, who will be seen as lead in the forthcoming romantic-drama "Mr. Pellikoduku", says he cannot forget his days as a funny actor because it helped him carve a niche for himself in filmdom.
Mumbai, Jan 31 (IANS) Singer Roop Kumar Rathod says Shaan exudes a lot of positive energy.
New Delhi, Jan. 31 (ANI): Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi on Thursday refused to comment on reports of alleged dubious financial transactions by companies allegedly owned by Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati's brother, saying these are matters which are heavily sub-judice in different courts.
Madrid, Jan 24 (IANS) Real Madrid set up a possible Copa del Rey semifinal tie against bitter rivals FC Barcelona as they drew 1-1 to defeat Valencia 3-1 on aggregate in their quarterfinal.
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) Actress Kangna Ranaut, known for her curly locks, is all set for her first ad for Bajaj Almond Drops Hair Oil.
Kuala Lumpur, Jan 14 (IANS) The absence of top Chinese shuttlers has given India' s World No.3 Saina Nehwal top billing in the women's singles event at the $400,000 Malaysia Open Super Series beginning here Tuesday.
Gurgaon, Jan 11 (IANS) An exporter was severely beaten up and robbed at gunpoint at his house here, police said Friday.
Madrid, Jan 10 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo overcame his latest Ballon d'Or snub by scoring a hat-trick in Real Madrid 4-0 win against Celta Vigo 4-0 in the return-leg and helped Madrid progress to the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey football with relative ease.
Houston, Dec 29 (IANS) The San Antonio Spurs outlasted the Houston Rockets 112-116 to pick up their fourth straight win in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Former army chief General V.K. Singh Friday said the brutal rape of a 23-year-old woman in the national capital is "indicative of complete collapse of governance" as the security agencies are for the "so-called VVIPs" and not for the ordinary citizens.
Accra, Dec 20 (IANS) Ghana has announced the discovery of more oil off the western shores of the country.
Picture the scene. A banker, reluctant to give out a large cash loan to a desperate man, asks: "But do you have any valuable assets to offer as collateral?" The applicant points to his upper lip, saying: "Yes. My moustache."
Mumbai, Dec 6 (IANS) Actress Kangna Ranaut, whose quirky sense of style in "Tanu Weds Manu" was widely appreciated, says film characters play an important role in inspiring fashion sense among people.
Mumbai, Nov 30 (IANS) Actor Sushant Singh, known for powerful performances in films like "Satya" and "Yeh Saali Zindagi", says it is hard for an actor to be satisfied.
New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) The Supreme Court Tuesday asked why telecom operators, who were providing service using cancelled 2G licences, should not pay the price determined in the Nov 12 auction of the spectrum.
New Delhi, Nov.25 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesman Shahnawaz Hussain has said that the party has distanced itself from the remarks of its lawmaker Ram Jethmalani praising Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for his action to appoint Ranjit Sinha as the next director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and his criticism towards the party.
Ahmedabad, Nov 24 (IANS) As the poll battle intensifies in Gujarat, the tussle is on for support of the Dalit community, perceived to have moved from the Congress to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) but neglected by both with discrimination continuing as it has for decades.
Chennai, Nov 15 (IANS) Telugu producer N.V. Prasad feels his upcoming romantic comedy "Mr. Pelli Koduku", a Telugu remake of Bollywood hit "Tanu Weds Manu", will be superior than the original.
New Delhi, Nov. 14 (ANI): Taking potshots at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for not asking its party chief Nitin Gadkari to quit in the wake of his alleged involvement in graft and other irregularities, Congress leader B.K. Hariprasad on Wednesday said the latest developments have exposed the double standards of the main opposition party.
New Delhi, Nov 14 (IANS) Ahead of parliament's winter session starting Nov 22, the government Wednesday said it "will cross the bridge" when required on the FDI issue.
Chennai, Oct 30 (IANS) Author, screenplay-writer and film director M.T. Vasudeva Nair will be honoured with the K.P. Kesava Menon award for his work in the area of literature.
Kochi, Oct 29 (IANS) Visual IQ, a Technopark-based firm that offers cross-channel marketing intelligence, has entered into partnership with the Boston-based internet marketing company iProspect, to provide management software solutions.
London, Oct. 21 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspur striker Emmanuel Adebayor increasingly believes he has no future under manager Andre Villas-Boas.
London, Oct. 21 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspur striker Emmanuel Adebayor increasingly believes he has no future under manager Andre Villas-Boas.
London, Oct. 21 (ANI): Tottenham Spur's Emmanuel Adebayor increasingly believes he has no future under manager Andre Villas-Boas.
Rohtak, Oct 17 (ANI): In yet another incident of misdemeanor against the feminine gender in Haryana, a 30-year-old married woman was allegedly raped in Lakhan Majra village under Meham sub-division in Rohtak.
Agartala, Oct 16 (IANS) Twelve Bangladeshis have been arrested in Tripura for illegally entering India, police said Tuesday.
Agartala, Oct 12 (IANS) The ruling CPI-M in Tripura Friday observed the 'martyr day' to commemorate the deaths of 13 people, including 11 party cadre, who it alleged were "killed" during the Congress-led regime 25 years ago.
New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Wednesday told telecom service provider Bharti Airtel to file within 60 days its response before DoT on a notice over 3G roaming services.
Agartala, Sept 30 (ANI): Youth across Tripura are driven by desire to become self sufficient and financially independent.
Agartala, Sep 29 (IANS) The ruling CPI-M in Tripura will mark 25 years of the killing of 13 people, including 11 party members, Oct 12, 1988, with several functions, a party leader said Friday.
Patna, Sep 19 (IANS) Seven people were arrested Wednesday for illegal mining in Bihar's Rohtas district, and police seized 3,000 detonators and a large quantity off ammonium nitrate.
New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Eminent lyricist and director Gulzar, who was working on "Kya Dilli Kya Lahore" as a mentor, has now officially lent his name to the project. He would present the movie and says that the subject of partition is close to his heart.
Patna, Sep 12 (IANS) Pushed to a corner after "Operation Biswas", a police drive to contain Maoists, the rebels have now struck upon a new strategy to collect funds, police say.
New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Manu Sharma, serving a life term for killing model Jessica Lall, Friday moved the Delhi High Court for three weeks furlough.
New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) The bookshelf this week has an inclusive feel - from the continent's geopolitics to the dark comedy. Browse with IANS...
Attari (Punjab), Aug 15 (IANS) As the midnight hour approached, Indians and Pakistanis faced each other across the border holding candles to reinforce the spirit of harmony and shared heritage in troubled times.
Attari (Punjab), Aug 15 (IANS) Producer Karan Arora unveiled the first look of his film "Kya Dilli Kya Lahore", a light-hearted drama set in the post-independence era, here and says it was perfect place for the launch.
Attari (Punjab), Aug 15 (IANS) As the midnight hour approached, Indians and Pakistanis faced each other across the border holding candles to reinforce the spirit of harmony and shared heritage in troubled times.
London, Aug 12 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia won its first Olympic basketball medal Sunday after a thrilling final decided in the last minute.
London, Aug 10 (ANI): Manchester United has been forced to reduce the value of its impending share flotation at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).
New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) The absence of regulatory mechanism in the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model in the water sector will help private players make profit rather than solve Delhi's water crisis, experts believe.
London, July 28 (IANS/EFE) The Spanish, Argentine and Brazilian Olympic men's basketball squads will all be battling for podium spots and looking to pull off a huge upset over a powerful US team, which is filled with NBA stars and is the clear gold medal favourite at the London Games.
Kochi, June 26 (IANS) Kerala-based IT firm Visual IQ, Tuesday announced that it has received $12 million in funding from Boston-based Volition Capital and San Francisco-based Fog City Capital.
Mumbai, June 12 (IANS) Bhojpuri superstar Ravi Kishan, who has also made a name for himself in Bollywood, asserts that he won't quit Bhojpuri cinema because it is his identity.
Washington, June 5 (ANI): Religious practices, which strongly control female sexuality, are more successful at promoting certainty about paternity, a study has reported.
New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) Monday signed a seven-year contract with ESPN Star Sports for multi-platform rights to broadcast its domestic and home international matches.
New Delhi, June 4 (Business Wire India-ANI): ESPN STAR Sports (ESS), Asia's No. 1 sports content provider, and The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced today a new seven year contract for the exclusive multi-platform rights to broadcast its domestic and home international matches.
Manali, June 2 (IANS) What's more perfect than good music in good weather? Away from the capital's heat, Manali is serving as the perfect getaway for music lovers with Manali Summer Sundowners, a month-long music festival, hosting some of the best folk, rock and fusion artists.
New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Veteran lyricist Gulzar will turn narrator for "Bhindi Baazaar" producer Karan Arora's new film "Kya Dilli Kya Lahore".
Bangalore, May 22 (IANS) Kushal Singh took the opening day's honours with a fine five-under 65 on the first day of the Usha IGU Karnataka Junior golf championships at the Clover Greens Tuesday. Kushal, playing in Category A, led Prakhar Asawa (66) by one shot.
The Hague, May 7 (IANS) Feyenoord finished second in the Dutch football Eredivisie and qualified for the preliminary round of the Champions League next season.
New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Allegedly caught on CD with a woman, former Congress spokesman Abhishek Manu Singhvi has taken leave for the entire second half of parliament's budget session citing ill health.
Zoya Akhtar's road movie "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" is leading the nomination chart of the 13th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards with 14 nomination, while Vidya Balan's "The Dirty Picture? is very close with 13.
New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Zoya Akhtar's road movie "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" is leading the nomination pack of the 13th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards with 14 nods, while Vidya Balan's "The Dirty Picture" follows closely behind with 13.
New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) Actor Jimmy Sheirgill, who shares screen space with Karisma Kapoor in her comeback film "Dangerous Ishhq", describes his co-star as focussed and says the 3D romantic thriller will be an amazing movie.
Washington, April 30 (IANS) Indian American journalist Manu Raju was among the White House Correspondents journalism award winners for 2012 honoured at the association's traditional annual dinner with President Barack Obama.
Melbourne, April 29 (ANI): Tania Zaetta who has acted in Bollywood films like 'Bunty aur Babli' and 'Salaam Namaste,' did a nude spread for a gossip magazine last week that was barely noticed.
New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) After giving up his position in a parliamentary committee and the Congress party over an alleged sleaze CD, Rajya Sabha member Abhishek Manu Singhvi chose to stay away from the parliament Tuesday. Party colleague Salman Khurshid defended Singhvi, saying it was his private matter.
New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) After giving up his position in a parliamentary committee and the Congress party over an alleged sleaze CD, Rajya Sabha member Abhishek Manu Singhvi also chose to stay away from the parliament as the budget session resumed Tuesday.
New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) Law Minister Salman Khurshid Tuesday said the controversial CD allegedly featuring Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi is his private affair.
The second half of the budget session is set to begin today in both houses of the Parliament, and the opposition is eyeing to take on the UPA government on the edge. There are many issues on which BJP and other opposition parties can corner the government.........
New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) A day before parliament reconvenes for the budget session, Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi quit Monday as party spokesperson and as head of the parliamentary panel on law and justice in the wake of a controversial CD allegedly featuring him.
New Delhi, Apr 23 (ANI): The Congress Party on Monday said Abhishek Manu Singhvi took the right decision to resign as party spokesman and Chairman of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Law and Justice but refrained from commenting on whether he was directed to do so.
New Delhi, Apr 23 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday demanded Congress lawmaker Abhishek Manu Singhvi to explain to the parliament the reason behind his resignation as chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Law and Justice.
