Everything you need to know about Padma: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Padma: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Chennai, June 18 (IANS) He was born in a farmer's family but grew up to be one of the country's acting legends. Akkineni Nageswara Rao believes one should enter films with "devotion" and not because it is the "fashion" to do so and says if you're popular, you're bound to be responsible for your actions.
New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) The stately charm of Rashtrapati Bhavan's Durbar Hall was an appropriate setting for the cabinet expansion of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government Monday as eight ministers took oath in its hallowed precincts that has seen history being made.
New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) Inducted into the Manmohan Singh government Monday, Sis Ram Ola, a veteran Congress leader from Rajasthan, had also served as cabinet minister in the first UPA government, holding charge of the labour and employment ministry and then mines.
Dhaka, June 16 (IANS) It is time for Mohammed Qader of Bahuka village in Sirajganj district to move again. For the seventh time in the last 20 years that he has been residing in Bahuka, Qader will be forced to rebuild his life from scratch as the mighty Jamuna river continues to erode its banks and destroy everything in its wake - all thanks to global warming.
Chicago, June 14 (IANS) Padma Khanna, a popular name in Hindi and Bhojpuri films in the 1970s, who currently resides in New Jersey and runs the Indianica Dance Academy, says she never really gave up acting. And she says she still gets offers from Mumbai and is ready to return to celluloid if given a "very special role".
The playback legend Manna Dey, 94 was admitted in a hospital on Saturday following a chest infection and is being going under treatment at a private hospital. Though, his condition is said to be stable for the time being. Here are some of the best compositions of the legendary singer of all time Manna Dey listening to which still mesmerizes the music lovers
New Delhi, June 10 (ANI): A large number of Kannada writers, artists and academicians on Monday lauded the contribution of Prof. G Venkatasubbaiah, a Kannada lexicographer and litterateur, at a function here to mark his birth centenary.
Paris, June 4 (IANS) Ahead of World Environment Day, the French Senate has honoured Indian social reformer and Sulabh movement founder Bindeshwar Pathak with the 'Legend of Planet' award for bringing about a toilet revolution in his country and for liberating manual scavenges from the inhuman practice.
New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The Delhi government Tuesday conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award on leading contemporary artist Anjolie Ela Menon at the unveiling of a mural by her, titled "The Walled City" at the international airport here.
New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The Delhi government Tuesday conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award on leading contemporary artist Anjolie Ela Menon at the unveiling of a mural by her, titled "The Walled City" at the international airport here.
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Rocket scientist Avinash Chander Saturday took charge as the scientific advisor to Defence Minister A.K. Antony and the head of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), an official statement said.
New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Rocket scientist Avinash Chander was Friday appointed the scientific advisor to Defence Minister A.K. Antony and the head of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), an official statement said.
Bangalore, May 28 (IANS) Padma Bhushan N. Seshagiri, former special secretary to the union information technology department and Planning Commission and founder director-general of the state-run National Informatics Centre (NIC), died here after a brief illness. He was 73.
Beijing, May 28 (Xinhua-ANI): The highest economic policy-making body of Bangladesh on Tuesday approved a 739.84-billion-taka (9.49 billion U.S. dollars) annual development program for the 2013-14 fiscal year beginning in July, with priority given to power and communications sectors.
Tokyo, May 28 (IANS) Ill health kept him away from the ceremony in the Indian capital but eminent Japanese scholar Noburu Karashima got his Padma Shri from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh here Tuesday.
Mumbai, May 28 (IANS) Actress Priyanka Chopra's looks may not have any similarities with boxer Mary Kom, but she is working hard to get into shape to play the Olympic bronze medalist in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film.
Chennai, May 25 (IANS) Tamil playback legend T.M. Soundararajan, popularly known as TMS, passed away at his residence here Saturday, family members said. He was 91.
Mumbai, May 20 (IANS) Two veteran journalists - Kuldip Nayar and N. Ram - have been selected for this year's 'RedInk Lifetime Achievement Award' instituted by the Mumbai Press Club, an official said here Monday.
Singapore, May 20 (IANS) A 24-year-old Indian man has been jailed by a court in Singapore for managing a prostitution ring.
Mumbai, May 19 (IANS) She isn't in filmdom for either fame or money, rather Soha Ali Khan wants to do good work and also clarifies that doing a remake of her mother's film is not on her wish-list.
Bhubaneshwar , May 18 (ANI): The Information and Broadcasting Minister , Manish Tewari, has blamed the opposition for the Governments inability to pass the Food Security Bill, which would have helped the country's poor. He was speaking during his visit to Odisha.
New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): The Dhak Dhak girl, Madhuri Dixit Nene, is celebrating her 46the birthday today.
Kolkata, May 2 (IANS) Hailing Rajasthan Royals skipper Rahul Dravid as his "role model", 24-year-old right-hand batsman Ajinkya Rahane Thursday said "learning day by day" and "learning from everyone" is his way of playing cricket.
Kolkata, May 2 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals skipper Rahul Dravid Thursday said the mantra for a team's success is to "play your part well", "be adaptable" and "do things not in your comfort zone".
Kolkata, May 2 (IANS) Terming the Padma Bhushan award "an honour and privilege", former India cricket captain Rahul Dravid Thursday said he felt lucky to have represented the country for 16 years.
Kolkata, April 27 (IANS) Flying Sikh Milkha Singh Saturday lashed out against the authorities for giving Arjuna Awards to undeserving sportspersons and rapped athetes for taking banned drugs to enhance their performance.
Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) The legal and property disputes between Sridevi and her sister Srilatha are a thing of the past. Now they have established a comfort level with each other, thanks to Boney Kapoor's mediation.
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".
Chennai, April 23 (ANI): Carnatic violist and composer Lalgudi Jayaraman passed away in Chennai on Monday evening following cardiac arrest. He was 82.
Chennai, April 22 (IANS) Legendary violin maestro Lalgudi Gopala Iyer Jayaraman passed away in a private hospital here Monday evening, a student of his said. He was 82.
New Delhi, Apr 20 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday conferred the Padma awards on several eminent personalities including industrialist Adi Godrej, Olympic medal winners Yogeshwar Dutt and Vijay Kumar.
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Space scientist Roddam Narasimha, industralist Adi Godrej and wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt were among a galaxy of individuals conferred Padma awards by President Pranab Mukherjee at a function here Saturday.
Mumbai, April 19 (IANS) Besides writing lyrics and screenplays, Gulzar has also penned several plays like "Kharashein" and "Arey O Henry", and says theatre is more interesting as you get "audiences' instant reaction" and have scope to "rectify mistakes".
New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) India's premier Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is firing on in several directions with the work on hand involving MIRVs (multiple independently-targetable reentry vehicles) and improvements in missiles, aircraft, tanks and artillery.
Mumbai, April 9 (IANS) From being a singer to a producer, Anup Jalota has had a smooth and successful stint. He says nothing is difficult for a person if one works on his or her own terms.
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee gave away 54 Padma awards at a function in the Darbar hall of Rashtrapati Bhavan here Friday.
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals batsman Ajinkya Rahane congratulated teammate and skipper Rahul Dravid on receiving India's third highest civilian honour, the Padma Bhushan, from President Pranab Mukherjee during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan's Darbar Hall Friday.
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee Friday presented Padma awards, the country's highest civilian awards, to 54 personalities, including actors Sharmila Tagore and Sridevi.
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Batting great Rahul Dravid received India's third highest civilian honour, the Padma Bhushan, from President Pranab Mukherjee during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan's Darbar Hall Friday.
New Delhi, Apr. 5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee conferred Padma awards to eminent persons for their achievements in various fields at a civil investiture ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Friday.
Chennai, April 1 (IANS) An increasing number of films is being shot at picturesque international locales, but the unit of upcoming Tamil thriller "Netru Indru" shot the movie in uninhospitable forests of Tamil Nadu and on edges of bordering states. The director admits it was challenging.
Satara (Maharashtra), March 28 (IANS) Two more women have accused Marathi writer Laxman Mane of raping them, police said Thursday. Earlier, three women alleged he had sexually assaulted them.
Satara (Maharashtra), March 26 (IANS) A manhunt has been launched to trace leading Marathi writer Laxman Mane, who has been booked for raping three Dalit women working at a school he runs, police said here Tuesday. Mane's family meanwhile dismissed the charges.
Chennai, March 26 (IANS) Veteran Malayalam actress Sukumari died following cardiac arrest here Tuesday in a private hospital. She was 74.
New Delhi, Mar. 22 (ANI): Defence Minister A.K. Antony will on Saturday inaugurate the "37th DRDO Directors' Conference".
Thiruvananthapuram, March 18 (IANS) The master actor that he was, Thilakan refuses to bow out from the film industry even after his death -- a special mention award came his way for the stellar performance in the Malayalam film "Ustad Hotel".
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Chennai, March 8 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa Friday gave the Avvaiyar award for 2013 to V. Shanta, chairperson of the Cancer Institute (WIA-Women's Indian Association) here for her services to the welfare of cancer patients.
Beijing, March 8 (IANS) Top officials from Tibet pledged Friday to fight against the "Dalai clique" to ensure the stability of the plateau region.
New Delhi, Mar. 5 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will release a commemorative postage stamp in the memory of renowned poet and lyricist Late Sahir Ludhianvi in recognition of his contribution to literature, poetry and the Hindi Film Industry at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on March 8 on the occasion of his birth anniversary.
New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has condoled the passing away of Prof. P.V. Indiresan, former director of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras.
Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) Entertainment is not just time pass; it should "reflect the society that we live in", says seasoned actor Irrfan who is working with the motto of challenging the definition of entertainment.
London, Feb 17 (ANI): Padma Lakshmi has revealed that she use to suffer crushing fatigue and mood swings before she was diagnosed with 'endometrosis' at he age of 36.
Dhaka, Feb 10 (IANS) Visiting Indian Foreign Secretary Ranjan Mathai Sunday conveyed India's assurance to Bangladesh that all pending issues, including the Teesta water sharing agreement, would be concluded "as early as feasible".
New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) Disappointed at not getting the Padma Bhushan, third highest civilian honour in the country, wrestler Sushil Kumar Sunday said that by now he has got used to being considered for awards late.
Dharamsala, Feb 10 (IANS) An eerie silence prevails at McLeodganj near Dharamsala, where thousands of Tibetans and their spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, have been living for over half a century, ahead of the sacred Losar festival, beginning Monday.
Kolkata, Jan 30 (IANS) People should want laws, and not respect them out of fear, noted theorist, translator and post-colonialism expert Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak said here Wednesday, offering her view on how to prevent crimes like the Dec 16 Delhi gang-rape.
Lucknow, Jan 28 (IANS) An activist moved the Allahabad High Court Monday seeking formation of a national selection committee to frame guidelines for the country's highest civilian awards announced on the occasion of Republic Day.
Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Actor Suniel Shetty says it is surprising that Bollywood is ignored for the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award in the country for performance of the highest order in any field.
Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Bollywood diva Sridevi, who lately made a comeback to acting after 16 years of domesticity with "English Vinglish", says "acknowledgement" and "recognition from authoritative quarters are important to every artiste".
Hyderabad, Jan 27 (IANS) Just a day after being named for the Padma Shri, veteran Telugu director Bapu aka Sattiraju Lakshmi Narayana was hospitalised after he complained of uneasiness. However, his brother says there is nothing to worry.
Shimla, Jan 26 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh Saturday congratulated London Olympic silver medallist shooter Vijay Kumar, who belongs to the state, for being chosen for the Padma Shri award.
Jaipur, Jan 26 (IANS) There is a lot riding on the upcoming India-Australia cricket series since it will help the selectors identify the next generation of players, Rahul Dravid, the team's mainstay till his retirement last yeaer, said at the Jaipur Literature Festival Saturday.
Mumbai, Jan 26 (IANS) That Rajesh Khanna is being honoured with a Padma Bhushan is a good thing. That he is being honoured after his death is not such a good thing.
Palakkad (Kerala), Jan 26 (IANS) Melody queen Sreeramamurthy Janaki, who has politely turned down the Padma Bhushan award announced for her, says she receives her biggest awards from her fans.
The Country's highest civilian awards Padma Awards for year 2013 has been declared on the eve of 64th Republic Day. There are three categories of Padma Awards - Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri - delivered every year to those who have done excellent work in their respective fields like arts and culture, science and medicines, games, cinema and entertainment, social works, politics and peace etc.....................
Kolkata, Jan 26 (IANS) Distinguished 'machine intelligence' scientist Sankar Kumar Pal, who has been named for Padma Shri, India's high civilian award, hopes it will inspire scientists for ground-breaking works.
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) London Olympics bronze medallist M.C. Mary Kom added another feather to her hat as she was named a recipient of India's third highest civilian honour, the Padma Bhushan.
Mumbai, Jan 26 (IANS) Actor Akshay Kumar is delighted that his father-in-law, the late actor Rajesh Khanna, has been posthumously honoured with the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian honour.
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Batting great Rahul Dravid tried to be perfect in everything he did, both on and off the field. The 16 years he played international cricket, he played with dignity and humility; a gentleman cricketer to the core. On Friday, he was named among the awardees of the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian award, on the eve of Republic Day.
Mumbai, Jan 26 (IANS) Actress Sridevi, who has been named for the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award, says she is honoured, and thanks her family, friends and fans for supporting her throughout.
New Delhi, Jan.26 (ANI): About 108 personalities from various fields have been selected for the Padma Awards this year.
New Delhi, Jan.26 (ANI): The civilian honours for the year 2013 have been announced and feature actors Rajesh Khanna, Sharmila Tagore and Sridevi, cricketer Rahul Dravid, boxer Mary Kom, industrialist Adi Godrej and comedian Jaspal Bhatti.
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) Southern actor Rana Daggubati, grandson of producer D. Rama Naidu, is extremely happy about his grandfather being awarded the Padma Bhushan, saying it is a motivation for him too.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Former India cricketer Rahul Dravid and London Olympics bronze medalist boxer M.C. Mary Kom were Friday named for the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian award while six other sportspersons were been named in the list of Padma Shri awardees.
Kolkata, Jan 25 (IANS) Buoyed by the Padma Bhushan award bestowed on him Friday, classical vocalist Ustad Rashid Khan Friday dedicated it to the people of West Bengal "for the love they have showered on me all these years".
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) Playback singer Sudha Malhotra, known for films such as "Dhool Ka Phool", "Barsaat Ki Raat" and "Prem Rog", has been named for the Padma Shri award on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) Expressing dissatisfaction over the number of people from South India figuring in the Padma awards list for 2013, southern playback singer Sreeramamurthy Janaki Friday refused to accept Padma Bhushan award announced for her on the eve of 64th Republic Day,
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) Southern playback singer Sreeramamurthy Janaki, known for chartbusters such as "Sirimallepoova" and "Mounamelanoyi", has been named for the Padma Bhushan award on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Former India cricket skipper Rahul Dravid and London Olympics bronze medalist boxer M.C. Mary Kom were Friday named for the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian award.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Ramesh Sippy, the man behind cult film "Sholay", has been named for the Padma Shri award on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) Veteran Telugu director Bapu aka Lakshmi Narayana Sathiraju has been named for Padma Shri on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Jaspal Bhatti, the genial sardar who not just brought on a smile but also provoked introspection with his biting wit and satire, has been posthumously named Padma Bhushan honour on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) Veteran southern producer D. Rama Naidu, known for making films like "Papa Kosam" and "Prem Nagar", has been named for the Padma Bhushan award on the eve of the 64th Republic Day.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Veteran designer Ritu Kumar, active in fashion industry for the last 40 years, has been named for the Padma Shri award on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Veteran actress Sharmila Tagore has been named for the Padma Bhushan on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Bollywood's "Hawa hawaii" girl Sridevi has been named for the Padma Shri, India's civilian award, on the eve of 64th Republic Day.
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Rajesh Khanna, the first superstar of Indian cinema, has been posthomously named for the Padma Bhushan, the country's third highest civilian honour on the eve of Republic Day.
Jaipur, Jan 24 (IANS) Eminent Kannada writer U.R Ananthamurthy was Thursday declared the Man Booker International Prize 2013 finalist from India at a special session at the Jaipur Literature Festival. He is one of the 10 finalists shortlisted by a panel of five judges for the 60,000 pounds award.
Panaji, Jan 24 (IANS) Goa's King Momo may have just gotten lucky this carnival.
New York, January 19 (ANI): Padma Lakshmi, Dennis Rodman and Rick Schroder are volunteering to the Friars Club for an amateur "roast-off", it has been revealed.
New Delhi, Jan 17 (ANI): Javed Akhtar, who is an esteemed screenwriter and lyricist, is celebrating his 68th birthday today.
London, Jan 15 (ANI): Padma Lakshmi has revealed that drinking cleansing juice after every meal is the secret behind her toned and healthy body.
Bangalore, Jan 13 (IANS) Sri Balagangadharanatha Swami, an influential pontiff with large following in Karnataka, mainly from the Vokkaliga community, died here late Sunday after a brief illness, said doctors.
Doti (Nepal), Jan.12 (ANI): At least 30 people have died and 13 others were injured when a bus fell off the road in Nepal's Doti area, early on Saturday morning.
Mumbai, Jan 11 (IANS) Nuclear scientist Dr. Anil Kakodkar was Friday awarded the Maharashtra Bhushan award at a function held at the Gateway of India here.
Leading Ayurveda practitioners, politicians and other personalities from various section of society gathered to pay their tribute to the Raj Vaidya Brihaspati Dev Triguna in a function organized in New Delhi. Several politicians including Minister of Delhi government Ramakant Goswami,
Mangalore (Karnataka), Jan 10 (IANS) Veteran playback singer K.J. Yesudas turned 73 Monday and with more than 40,000 film songs in 14 languages, his journey in the world of music continues.
New York, Jan. 10 (ANI): Long time friends Padma Lakshmi and hotelier Vikram Chatwal have set the rumour mills spinning, after they were spotted keeping close company during the holidays.
London, Jan. 9 (ANI): Padma Lakshmi has revealed her mantra for maintaining her fabulous figure.
