From An Instagram Video To A Courtroom: How Nora Fatehi
Actress Nora Fatehi is facing a Rs 3-crore civil defamation suit filed by aviation company Dunes Aviation at a Gandhinagar court over her alleged derogatory and reckless social media comments about one of its chartered aircraft. According to the suit, the Dilbar dancer recorded videos inside a Cessna Citation CJ2 aircraft during a Mumbai-Jaipur Flight []
First captain of Bigg Boss 20: Three contestants in the race
Mumbai: Bigg Boss 20 has barely begun, but the drama inside the house is already picking up pace. From new friendships and early rivalries to contestants trying to find their footing, the latest season has wasted no time giving viewers plenty to talk about. And now, the race for the first captain of the season Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mumbai Businessman Threatened from Pakistan Number; Suspect Arrested in Satara
A businessman in Mumbai received threats from a Pakistani number, leading to the arrest of a suspect from Satara. Mumbai Businessman Threatened from Pakistan Number; Suspect Arrested in Satara
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Aamrapali Dubey, one of the most successful female stars of Bhojpuri cinema, says her journey to stardom was rooted in her acting rather than merely her popularity and added that she was fortunate to be offered diverse roles in an industry where female actors are often restricted to ornamental parts. Asked if she believes the Bhojpuri industry gave her enough respect as an actor, or did it mostly value her star power, Aamrapali told IANS: They did give me extreme and a lot of respect because of my acting skills, which is very rare for female actresses in my industry because most of the time, being a female actress in regional cinema constrains you to limited, ornamental kinds of roles. Aamrapali, who made her acting debut with the television soap opera Saat Phere Saloni Ka Safar in 2009. Following her known portrayal of Suman in Rehna Hai Teri Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein. She ventured into Bhojpuri films with Nirahua Hindustani in 2014, considers herself very lucky. I've been offered and I've done films which have different concepts and there's a lot to perform in them. So, as an actress, I've been able to play a lot of different roles, she said. Talking about her performance, she said: I've played the role of a Pakistani girl, I've also played the role of a Hyderabadi girl. So I've played a lot of different roles in the Bhojpuri industry, and people gave me a lot of love for those roles. After that, I've been given the title of a star. So that's that. Aamrapali is currently seen in the 20th edition of Bigg Boss which started on September 6. It has a diverse lineup of 16 celebrity contestants including names such as MC Mary Kom, Kanika Mann, Mahhi Vij, Kushal Tanwar, Aman Gandhi, Isha Rikhi, Arishfa Khan, Qazi Touqeer, Asif Khan, Aamrapali Dubey, Rhiti Tiwari, Uditi Singh, Tanmay Singh aka ScoutOP, Rohed Khan, Yung DSA and Love Gill.
Lisa Ray rewinds to the 80s, recalls her love for Madonna and Michael Jackson
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Actress Lisa Ray revisited her experiences of growing up in the 1980s and recalled the music, fashion and carefree spirit that shaped her youth. Taking to Instagram, the Four More Shots Please actress shared a glimpse of her colourful memories from the decade, mentioning everything from candy-coloured leg warmers and experimental hairstyles to the iconic fashion inspired by films such as Flashdance. She also reminisced about listening to music by global superstars Madonna and Michael Jackson, while revealing her fondness for British pop band Duran Duran. Lisa recalled naming her pets after the band as she offered a personal glimpse into just how deeply the music of the era was woven into her life. Sharing a throwback image from the 1980s, Lisa wrote, I DID live through the 80s. Candy coloured leg warmers, questionable hair choices, Flashdance style sweatshirt, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Michael Hutchence Named my pets after Duran Duran. Summers in Calcutta and long weekends spent cycling the neighbourhood in Toronto. Long drives with the radio blasting and in all that hazy sweetness of youth, an itch of rebellion. Am I am 80s kid? Resilient, independent and tough? Yup. But tempered now by lifes ruptures, having passed through unchosen borders. Maybe this version of me needs an 80s replay. Wheres the hairspray? The image featured Lisa Ray dressed in a black pantsuit as she sat and posed for the camera. She completed the look with her open, curly hair, adding to the striking retro vibe of the throwback picture. Lately, Lisa has also been using her platform to speak candidly about midlife fitness and the changes that come with different stages of life. She had earlier opened up about entering marriage while navigating the aftermath of menopause. The actress shared how a lack of awareness about the changes in her body affected the early years of her relationship. Lisa revealed that she experienced chemotherapy-induced menopause at 37 and later met and married her husband at 40.
RBI extends intervention streak to support rupee, traders say
MUMBAI, Sept 8 (Reuters) The RBI (Reserve Bank of India) likely intervened in the foreign exchange market on Tuesday, two bankers and a trader at an FX broker told Reuters, as a renewed rise in oil prices put pressure on the rupee. The Indian currency was at 94.68 per dollar, down 0.2% on the day. State-run banks were seen offering dollars around the 94.70 level, most likely on behalf of the RBI, one of the bankers said. The RBI has intervened persistently over the last two weeks to support the South Asian currency. Brent crude oil futures rose 0.6%
Adnan Sami says it was never difficult to find work as a Pakistani
Mumbai: Singer and composer Adnan Sami has opened up how his life changed after he became an Indian citizen. The singer made the revelations during a conversation with trade analyst Komal Nahta on Game Changers: The Music Series. Speaking about the difference he experienced after receiving Indian citizenship, Adnan said, It was never difficult for Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Bigg Boss 20: Arishfa Khan tells Aamrapali Dubey she has a sharper brain than her
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) In the upcoming episode of Bigg Boss 20 Arishfa Khan and Aamrapali Dubey will be seen getting into a war of words, where the former will be seen declaring that she has a sharper brain than the Bhojpuri star. A promo shared by the channel on Instagram showed the housemates sitting in the living area of the house. In the video, Arishfa is seen telling Aamrapali that she should not be treated as a kid as she has a sharper brain than her. To which, an angry Aamrapali takes a jibe at the social media star by saying: Reel cut rahi hai. The argument quickly turns heated, with the two seen getting face-to-face as the confrontation escalates, looking like they could break into a fight. Arishfa is then seen calling Aamrapali a hypocrite. A triggered Aamrapali responds by saying if I am a hypocrite then you are a kid. Bigg Boss is an Indian Hindi-language reality television show of the Bigg Boss franchise in India that airs on Colors TV. It is based on the Dutch format of Big Brother. Throughout its run, Bigg Boss has seen a variety of hosts, including Arshad Warsi, Shilpa Shetty, Amitabh Bachchan, Farah Khan led the Halla Bol, while Sanjay Dutt co-hosted the fifth season with Salman Khan. Since season 4, Salman Khan has taken the helm as the show's primary host. The 20th edition started on September 6. It has a diverse lineup of 16 celebrity contestants including names such as MC Mary Kom, Kanika Mann, Mahhi Vij, Kushal Tanwar, Aman Gandhi, Isha Rikhi, Arishfa Khan, Qazi Touqeer, Asif Khan, Aamrapali Dubey, Rhiti Tiwari, Uditi Singh, Tanmay Singh aka ScoutOP, Rohed Khan, Yung DSA and Love Gill. Talking about Aamrapali, she made her acting debut with the television soap opera Saat Phere Saloni Ka Safar in 2009. Following her known portrayal of Suman in Rehna Hai Teri Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein. She ventured into Bhojpuri films with Nirahua Hindustani in 2014.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Actress Soni Razdan paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle on her birth anniversary. Taking to social media, she celebrated the enduring legacy of one of Indian cinemas most iconic voices. Marking the special occasion, Soni shared a tribute to Asha Bhosle and unveiled Ae Meri Zindagi,' a song that celebrates the warmth and timeless appeal of the veteran singers unforgettable voice. For the caption, she wrote, On her birth anniversary today - we pay a tribute to #AshaBhosle ji and a voice that will always be remembered. Presenting Ae Meri Zindagi, a song that carries the warmth of her unforgettable voice, on her birth anniversary #OmKaHari in cinemas on 18th September. #BaapVsBeta #FatherVsSon. The songs video features Asha Bhosle in a blue saree as she puts on her headphones and lends her iconic voice to the track. The glimpse beautifully captures the legendary singer in her element, making the song a special tribute to her timeless musical legacy. Ae Meri Zindagi is a song from the upcoming film Om Ka Hari, which stars Raghubir Yadav, Anshuman Jha, Soni Razdan, Ayesha Kapur, and Samta Sudiksha. The film centres on a retired astrologer who, following a health scare, becomes convinced that he has just six days left to live. Determined to make amends, he sets out on a journey to Varanasi in the hope of reconnecting with his estranged son. The film was also screened at several international film festivals under the title Hari Ka Om, including the Indisches Film Festival Stuttgart and the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Om Ka Hari is slated to hit theatres on September 18. For the unversed, Asha Bhosle passed away on April 12, 2026, at the age of 92 in Mumbai. Across a remarkable career that spanned over eight decades, she lent her voice to thousands of songs in several languages. Her demise was mourned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with members of the Hindi film industry, who paid heartfelt tributes to her remarkable contribution to Indian music and cinema.
Rupee falls 10 paise to 94.66 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Sep 8 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 10 paise to 94.66 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, as surging Brent crude prices near USD 97/bbl and Middle Eastern geopolitical friction dampened investor confidence. Forex traders noted that ongoing RBI dollar sales and strong foreign-currency inflows under special schemes helped keep the rupee range-bound despite heavy external pressures. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.49 against the US dollar, then touched 94.66, registering a fall of 10 paise from its previous close. On Monday, the rupee fell 13 paise to close at 94.56 against
Ram Gopal Varmas Rangeela turns 31, Jackie Shroff celebrates the milestone
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) As Rangeela turned 31 on Tuesday, veteran star Jackie Shroff, who starred in the film, celebrated the milestone by sharing some memorable moments from the film. Jackie took to Instagram, where he shared a video montage featuring some iconic moments from the film, starring him, Aamir Khan and Urvashi Matondkar, among others. For the caption, he wrote: #celebrating31yearsofRangeela. Rangeela was released in 1995. The musical romantic drama film was directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film was A. R. Rahman's first Hindi film with an original score and soundtrack, as his previous Hindi releases were dubbed versions of his Tamil, Malayalam and Telugu films. Talking about the film, it follows Mili, whose ambition of becoming a famous actor is met with several hurdles when Raj Kamal, a noted actor, and Munna, her childhood friend, both fall in love with her. Talking about Jackie, his latest is Ahmed Khans comedy film titled Welcome To The Jungle. The film has a huge star cast including names such as Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, Mika Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Tusshar Kapoor, and Sayaji Shinde. It is loosely based on the 2005 American film The Producers as well as the 2008 American film Tropic Thunder. This film marks the ninth collaboration of Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal, who have reunited on screen after almost 17 years. Their last collaboration was Priyadarshan's De Dana Dan. Jackie made an uncredited small appearance in Swami Dada in 1982. He made his lead debut with Subhash Ghai's blockbuster actioner Hero in 1983, which made him an overnight star. The father of actor Tiger Shroff then went on to star in films such as Andar Baahar, Teri Meherbaniyan, Aaj Ka Daur, Karma, Izzat, Khalnayak, Ram Lakhan, Karma, Parinda to name a few.
Forget Mumbai, Bengaluru. Surat is becoming India's new spending hub
Forget Mumbai Bengaluru Surat is becoming Indias new spending hub
GRT Jewellers strikes Rs 1,033 crore deal to acquire controlling stake in Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Shares of Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri hit an upper circuit on Tuesday for a second consecutive day as GRT Jewellers India Private Ltd proposed to acquire a 74 per cent controlling stake in the company from its existing promoters in an all-cash deal worth Rs 1,033 crore, triggering an open offer for the jewellery retailer's public shareholders. TBZ has said in an exchange filing that it had received a copy of the detailed public statement from Axis Capital -- acting on behalf of GRT Jewellers -- in connection with the open offer. The open offer is for up to 1,72,70,845 fully paid-up equity shares, representing 25.88 per cent of TBZ's voting share capital. The transaction will give GRT control of TBZ, a jeweller founded in Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaar in 1864. The company has expanded from a single store to 37 stores across 28 cities, mainly in Maharashtra and Gujarat. In addition, TBZ derives roughly 65 per cent of its revenue from wedding and occasion-related jewellery purchases. The proposed acquisition marks a change in control of a business that has remained in family ownership for more than 160 years. Founded in 1964, GRT Jewellers is a jewellery retailer with operations in India and abroad. The public offer gives TBZ's public shareholders an opportunity to sell their shares following the change in control. Following this, shares of Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri hit the upper circuit of Rs 545.70 on the BSE, an increase of 4.99 per cent which is also their highest level in 52 weeks, extending gains after hitting a Rs 519.75 upper circuit on Monday. The stock has recorded a 52-week low of Rs 110.95. In the last one-year horizon, the stock has given a return of more than 190 per cent, according to the BSE data.
Aryan Savsani, Tanmay Baloda replace suspended Rohit Yadav in India U19 squads
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Saurashtra's Aryan Savsani & Haryana's Tanmay Baloda have been added to India U19 squads for the upcoming home series against Australia as replacements for Rohit Yadav. Savsani replaced Rohit in the One-Day squad, while Baloda has been named as his replacement in the Multi-Day squad. Rohit, who was named in Indias U19 squads for the upcoming fixtures against Australia U19 in Rajkot and Ahmedabad, has been withdrawn from the squad due to age discrepancies. Rohit, who was in Indias Under-19 mens squad for the tour of Sri Lanka in July, has now been barred from playing all forms of the game after documentation checks revealed significant birth-record irregularities. The three one-day matches will be played on September 18, 21 and 23, while the four-day fixtures are scheduled for September 27 to 30 and for October 5 to 8. All the matches except the second four-dayer, which will be played in Ahmedabad, will be held in Rajkot. The 50-over side will be led by Uttarakhand batter Lakshya Raichandani, with Madhya Pradesh batter Yashbardhan Chauhan as his deputy. Chauhan will take over as captain for the red-ball leg, with Raichandani serving as his vice-captain. Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, and Anvay Dravid, son of former captain and head coach Rahul Dravid, have been named in the India Under-19 squad for the upcoming three-match one-day series against Australia U-19. Anvay was also part of Sri Lanka tour in July and scored 87 in the second one-day game. He is one of two wicketkeepers alongside Rajat Baghel. India U19s updated squad for One-Day matches: Lakshya Raichandani (C), Yashbardhan Chauhan (VC), Rajat Baghel (WK), Aaryavir Sehwag, V.K. Vineet, Kushagra Ojha, Arjun Rajput, Manal Chauhan, Anvay Dravid (WK), V. Yashveer, Shavin Vinodh, Mohit Ulva, Chigurupati Venkata, Kavya Patel, Aryan Savsani India U19s updated squad for Multi-Day fixtures: Yashbardhan Chauhan (C), Lakshya Raichandani (VC), Sagar Virk, Kushagra Ojha, Manal Chauhan, Kush Patel, Manav Krishna (WK), Abhipray Biswas (WK), Ishan Om, Ayaan Akram, Pranav Ragavendra, Priyanshu Singh, Mohit Ulva, Aryan Yadav, Tanmay Baloda
Anubhav Sinha digs into chole bhature on Delhi visit: First thing you do is this
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha has landed in Delhi and wasted no time indulging in one of the citys most-loved street food, chole bhature. Sinha took to Instagram, where he shared a picture of himself savouring the hearty meal on the streets of Delhi. He also added the song Yeh Dilli Hai Mere Yaar from the film Dilli-6 as the background score. For the caption, he wrote: As soon as you land there the first thing you do is THIS. Sinha did not reveal his purpose of the visit to the National Capital. Talking about Delhi-6, the 2009 drama film, which was directed by Rakesh Omprakash Mehra, stars Abhishek Bachchan as an NRI who arrives in India with his ailing grandmother and begins discovering his roots before getting embroiled in a religious dispute involving a mysterious monkey-like attacker. The film co-stars Sonam Kapoor, Aditi Rao Hydari, Rishi Kapoor, Supriya Pathak, Atul Kulkarni, Pavan Malhotra, Deepak Dobriyal, Divya Dutta, Vijay Raaz and Om Puri. It marks the Hindi film debut of Aditi Rao Hydari. Talking about Sinha, he worked for one year in New Delhi as a theatre artist before moving to Mumbai. He began his career in the entertainment industry with TV shows like Sea Hawks and then a spate of music videos in the late 90s. Sinha in 2000, he left working on music videos to start his first feature film Tum Bin. It starred Priyanshu Chatterjee, Sandali Sinha, Himanshu Malik and Raqesh Vashisth. It went on to become a major box-office success and has gained a cult status over the years. His next film was Aapko Pehle Bhi Kahin Dekha Hai stars Priyanshu Chatterjee and Sakshi Shivanand, The directors third was the multi-starrer Dus, was the eighth highest-grossing film of the year 2005. This was followed by Tathastu and Cash. He even got a chance to work with superstar Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan in the film Ra. One. In 2019, Sinha produced and directed Article 15 based on Article 15 of the Indian Constitution, which is about prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. He then made Thappad, Anek, Bheed and Assi.
North Korea, Russia open first cross-border road bridge amid deepening ties
The opening ceremony took place the previous day in Rason in North Korea and Khasan in Russia, virtually attended by North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, reports Yonhap, quoting the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA)
Donald Trump promotes proposed H-1B fee in Labour Day message on US jobs
Trump presented the H-1B proposal as part of a broader economic strategy aimed at giving preference to American workers
'Never seen him in person': Locals excited to see PM Modi during Gujarat visit
Digital Desk | Vadodara, Sep 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Gujarat on Tuesday has created excitement among locals, with several people attending the programme saying they feel proud to have the opportunity to see him in person. IANS spoke to some people who had gathered to attend the Prime Minister's programme in Vadodara. A local said: I have never seen him in person. I have only seen him on television. I am very excited. Another local said: We are going to meet Modi ji. We are very happy and proud that we will get the opportunity to perform in front of him. It is a matter of pride for us. Most importantly, we will get to meet the Prime Minister. Another attendee described the occasion as the iggest day for her and said she had brought her children to the event. It is the biggest day for me. We have got the chance to meet PM Modi, and I have come here with my children. I have never seen him at close quarters. I have seen him on television, delivering speeches and doing good work. This is my first time. The development of India is very good because of Modi ji, she said. A teacher attending the programme said her son was scheduled to perform at the event. I am a teacher by profession. Today, my son is performing here. I have taken leave, and it is a matter of pride that my son will perform in front of PM Modi, she said. Another local said: We are grateful that we will get to see PM Modi up close. I am very excited. The Prime Minister will lay foundation stones, inaugurate, and dedicate to the nation various development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara. He will also address the gathering. The projects include three key sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor, covering 326 route kilometres and developed at a cost of more than Rs 20,700 crore. These include the New Sanand (N)-New Makarpura, New Umbergaon-New Saphale and New Saphale-New JNPT sections. At around 5.45 p.m., PM Modi will inaugurate the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai and address the gathering.
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra to take charge as Ram Temple Trust CEO on tuesday
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust appointed Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra as the CEO of the Ram Temple Trust earlier this month
BMC demolishes garage, marriage hall over encroachment on fire station land
Flights to and from Jakarta resume after volcanic eruption forced 2-day closure
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and Halim Perdanakusuma Airport serving Jakarta, Husein Sastranegara Airport in West Java's Bandung city and two smaller airports in Banten province reopened just after midnight, Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi said
Yemen conflict: Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of prison strike that killed seven
Several people, including what appeared to be rescue teams, were seen moving carefully across the debris, searching through the wreckage
What data says about Tukaram Mundhes 100-day stint asFDACommissioner
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Delhi-NCR to see light rain, partly cloudy skies as humidity stays high
The southwest monsoon remains active over several parts of the country. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and other regions on Tuesday
Ganeshotsav 2026: Your faral and mithai guide in Mumbai for this festive season
Pick from our authentic regional faral and mithai spread for your last-minute festive fare before you welcome Ganesh home
Mumbai lake levels: Stock at 96.41 per cent capacity, slightly below 2025 levels
This year's storage level is running marginally lower than the same period in the previous two years, with the lakes at 97.23 per cent capacity on this date in 2025 and 97.75 per cent in 2024
Petrol and diesel prices for September 8, 2026, have been released by oil marketing companies across India. Fuel rates are generally revised every morning at 6 a.m., making it important for vehicle owners and businesses to check the latest prices before planning their daily expenses.Even a small cha...
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Cauvery water release: Karnataka cuts discharge to Tamil Nadu by 57 pe rcent
Of the total quantity released towards Tamil Nadu, 4,800 cusecs were being discharged from the Krishnaraja Sagar reservoir, commonly known as KRS. The remaining 1,200 cusecs were being released from the Kabini reservoir
Strata invests Rs 131 crore across 3 realty projects in Bengaluru, Mumbai
In a notable move, Strata has invested Rs 131 crore in three key real estate projects located in Bengaluru and Mumbai. The Bengaluru investments are concentrated on residential developments in the promising regions of Whitefield and Sarjapur, while Mumbai's allocation of Rs 30 crore targets a commercial venture in Santacruz West. This strategy reflects the resilient growth within India's real estate landscape, supported by reputable investors enhancing Strata's financing avenues.
Sridevis iconic Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja look was inspired by Eddie Murphys Coming to America
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) National Award-winning designer Neeta Lulla has shared an anecdote about creating late star Sridevis larger-than-life look for the 1993 film Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja. She shared that the iconic costume was inspired by Eddie Murphys Hollywood film Coming to America, which released in 1988. Neeta took to Instagram, where she shared a video of herself talking about watching Coming to America in 1988. 1988, Coming to America released. I watched the movie and enjoyed it. A couple of weeks later, I got a call from Sridevi that I need to work on a song for Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja. When I met her, this movie and the clothes were still fresh in my memory. So in my discussion, I asked her if she could do something which is really larger than life with feathers and something that I couldn't really think of but I suddenly started to sketch, said Neeta. She added: I sketched out this outfit with a lot of layering on the skirt with gold metal on the bodice and a headgear with feathers on it and she smiled, she said, will you really be able to achieve this? I said, yes, I want to achieve it. The designer said that once the entire meeting was over and she had discussed and finalized this, the process of creating the garment started. I went into Crawford Market, the famous Crawford Market and laid my hands on these beautiful feathers that were available then which I used and created the headgear with chain mail, with stones, rhinestones, with metal pieces all intertwined together and fixed the feathers onto the headgear, said the designer. The dress was finally done and I took the outfit for fittings. And she looked at it and she said, she was really happy about the whole look. And then we started to shoot. Those days, a song was shot over at least 10 to 12 days. This particular song went from morning till very late in the night. I remember every day the shoot would start by 9 o'clock, but it would end around 10, 10.30. And I would carry the clothes back, restructure them, refinish them, check on the feathers, check on the jewelry, attach the pieces back because the dance move was really heavy and take it back for shoot the next day. And the song came out as you saw it (sic). In the caption section, she wrote: ..The kind of creation that teaches you to dream bigger and become a part of cinematic history. For Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja, the vision was larger than life and so was the challenge. This creation was built with feathers, rhinestones and handmade and 800 metal etched with Egyptian palmette motifs . Absolutely pushing the boundaries of what could be imagined, constructed and worn on set. Sridevi herself wondered if the vision could be brought to life. An idea can be extraordinary, but needs to be bought to life through imagination, craftsmanship and sheer determination...(sic). Roop ki Rani Choron Ka Raja stars Anil Kapoor, Sridevi, Anupam Kher, Johnny Lever and Jackie Shroff. It was the highest-budget Hindi film at that time. The film was directed by Satish Kaushik and written by Javed Akhtar. The project, announced in 1987, was initially directed by Shekhar Kapur, who left the project halfway through; he was subsequently replaced by Satish Kaushik. It told the story of Jugran, a criminal, who brutally murders a customs officer and a doctor. Their orphaned children grow up facing troubles and decide to seek revenge against their parents' killer.
Ex-Mumbai Mayor disqualified from civic body over invalid caste certificate
ExMumbai Mayor disqualified from civic body over invalid caste certificate
Schools facing acute teacher shortage in core subjects: TISS
From Mumbai To California: How IIT Bombay Students Conquered RoboSub 2026 With Underwater Vehicles
The 29th edition of the competition was held at the Woollett Aquatics Center in Irvine, California, with 58 teams representing nine countries.
Mumbai weather update: Light rain likely, temperature to touch 32 deg C
The city recorded light rainfall in the 24-hour period ending at 8 am on September 7. Mumbai received an average of 3.49 mm of rain, while the eastern suburbs recorded 8.20 mm and the western suburbs 6.04 mm during the period
UP six-yr-old boy donates piggy bank savings to support victims of Nepal floods
On September 3, the kid arrived at the office of Kushinagar District Magistrate Mahender Singh Tawar carrying his piggy bank filled with savings
Nikhil Chinappa: Do miss OG version of Roadies, it was a whole different era
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Television host Nikhil Chinappa, who is returning as a gang leader on the 21st season of MTV Roadies, says he misses the OG version of the reality show, calling it a whole different era and recalling the fun and unpredictability of its early seasons. Nikhil told IANS: It feels surreal to be coming back as a gang leader and Im very excited for this journey. I do miss the OG version of Roadies, it was so much fun! It was a whole different era. He added that the game challenges you in many different ways. And this show is very different from other reality shows. Talking about returning as a gang leader, Nikhil said: Coming back to MTV Roadies feels a bit like coming home. Ive experienced the show from almost every angle. Ive been involved in selecting contestants, judging them, and eventually becoming a Gang Leader and a winner. What he always loved about the show is that the contestants arent celebrities. Anyone, from anywhere, can show up, audition and earn their place. And sometimes, an ordinary person walks into that audition room and walks out of that season a household name. Thats the transformative power of the show, he said. Nikhil said: To be part of that journey with my friend Rannvijay and my fellow OG gang leaders, and to experience it with a whole new generation of Roadies, is something Im genuinely excited about. This season, the show gets six Gang Leaders, including Nikhil, Neha Dhupia, Prince Narula v/s Abhishek Malhan, Bani J and Baseer Ali. Nikhil is often credited with popularizing EDM among the youth in India. He has been associated with MTV India since the late 1990s and has appeared in multiple television shows, including Roadies and Splitsvilla. He has been instrumental in popularizing DJing as a profession and leading the music scene at the Sunburn Festival in its early years.
Johns Hopkins APL unveils FAST CAR2 for rapid composite production
The rapid FAST CAR2 process replaces traditional, labor-intensive methods, paving the way for faster, more efficient production of high-performance materials
Teardrop-shaped soft robot jumps continuously under infrared light
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Vagus nerve stimulation may boost long-term motor learning, study finds
The treatment did not improve immediate performance, proving Vagus Nerve Stimulation specifically acts on memory stabilisation rather than real-time execution
PM Modi to inaugurate several development projects in Gujarat, Maharashtra today
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat and Maharashtra on Tuesday and launch various development projects in both the states. At around noon, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stones, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation various development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara. He will also address the gathering on the occasion. At around 5:45 p.m., the Prime Minister will inaugurate Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai and address the gathering as well. In Vadodara, the Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation three important sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), covering 326 route kilometres and developed at a cost of more than Rs 20,700 crore. These include the New Sanand (N)- New Makarpura, New Umbergaon-New Saphale and New Saphale- New JNPT sections. The officials said that the direct connectivity of Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) will facilitate faster movement of EXIM cargo, strengthen connectivity between industrial centres and ports, reduce logistics costs and help decongest Mumbai's railway network. With the commissioning of these sections, the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) network will stand fully operational across its entire length. The dedicated freight infrastructure will further strengthen the country's logistics ecosystem by improving multimodal connectivity, reducing transit time and facilitating seamless movement of cargo across different regions, the officials said. The Prime Minister will also flag off freight train services from New Sanand (North), New Makarpura, New Umbergaon and New JNPT, Mumbai. In addition, he will flag off a new passenger train service between Tanda Road and Vadodara (Pratapnagar). PM Modi will dedicate to the nation the JobatTanda Road new rail line, developed as part of the Chhota UdepurDhar project. The new rail line will connect remote and tribal areas of Alirajpur with the national rail network. He will also lay the foundation stone for three railway projects spanning 329 kilometres and costing more than Rs 9,700 crore. These include the Vadodara-Ratlam third and fourth lines, Miyagam Karjan-ChorandaMalsar gauge conversion and the Vishwamitri-Dabhoi doubling project. The projects will enhance passenger and freight capacity, ease congestion and strengthen connectivity between Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, officials said. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for three National Highway projects costing around Rs 1,780 crore. These include six-laning of the Kamrej-Chalthan section of NH-48; construction of additional structures, including major bridges over the Tapi and Narmada, on the Vadodara-Surat section of NH-48; and grade-separated structures at Abhava, Mindhola and Khajod junctions on NH-53. He will also lay the foundation stone for and inaugurate various Government of Gujarat projects worth around Rs 2,600 crore. Major projects for which the foundation stone will be laid include Vadodara Urban Development Authority Ring Road Phase II and a 110 MW floating solar project at Kadana Dam, construction of the new office of Vadodara Municipal Corporation, among others. Projects to be inaugurated include housing projects under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and a water-supply project for 11 villages in eastern Vadodara, among others. In Mumbai, the Prime Minister will inaugurate Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026, one of the world's largest and most influential annual fintech conferences. The seventh edition of the Global Fintech Fest is being held from Tuesday (September 8) to Friday (September 11). Since 2020, GFF has emerged as an international thought leadership platform bringing together policymakers, regulators, central banks, financial institutions, fintechs, technology companies, investors, academia and other global stakeholders to deliberate on shaping the future of finance. The theme of GFF 2026 is 'Potential to Impact: Agentic AI, Tokenisation, Quantum - Trusted, Connected, Global Systems for Inclusive Finance'. Officials said that the GFF 2026 has been designed as a convergence point for policy, regulation, technology, capital and industry on a common platform. It seeks to build on India's leadership in digital payments and financial inclusion and move from potential to impact. The discussions will focus on how Agentic AI, programmable finance, quantum technologies and other critical and emerging technologies can create trusted, inclusive and measurable outcomes for citizens, enterprises and economies globally, officials said.
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North Korea commissions nuclear-capable Kang Kon naval destroyer
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Fake Rs 500 notes worth Rs 11 lakh seized in Mumbai, accused sold them for double
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DRI busts gold-smuggling syndicate run by Chinese nationals, gold worth Rs 1.10 crore seized
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IFFJK is homecoming for me, says Vidhu Vinod Chopra
Srinagar, Sep 07: Acclaimed filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra on Monday described the first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) as ahomecoming,saying the event could mark a new beginning for the regions film industry and provide a platform for Kashmiri stories to reach audiences across the world. Speaking at the film festival here, Chopra expressed gratitude to the government for organising the event, recalling his roots in Kashmir and his education at SP College. I am grateful to the government for taking such a step. I am from Kashmir and studied here too. This film festival is really a homecoming for me. This event can be a good beginning, he said. Recalling his early struggles, Chopra said hehaddecided to pursue filmmaking while studying at SP College despite opposition from his family. I was studying in SP College when I told my father that I wanted to be a filmmaker. He slapped me, he said, recalling the challenges he faced before entering the film industry. The filmmakersaid helater became a National Scholar from SP College and received ascholarship of Rs 250,which he used to travel to Mumbai and pursue his dream of becoming a filmmaker. I did not have money to go to the film industry. I became a National Scholar from India while studying at SP College and got a scholarship of Rs 250. I went to Bollywood with that amount, he said. Encouraging young filmmakers across the country, Chopra said financial difficulties should not prevent aspiring filmmakers from pursuing their dreams. Urging Kashmiri youth to make use of the opportunities available to them, Chopra said Kashmir has immense talent and called upon local filmmakers to pick up cameras and tell their own stories. Kashmiris are talented. I would request Kashmiri filmmakers to take a camera and make films. This festival is a great platform, he said. Chopra, who recently celebrated his birthday, said his visit to Gulmarghad made the occasion particularly emotional for himas he reflected on his journey from Kashmir to Bollywood. It was my birthday two days ago and I was in Gulmarg. It is an emotional moment for me. I also come from Kashmir and reached Bollywood, and you too can, he said. The filmmaker has shot films including Mission Kashmir and Shikara in the region and said he intends to continue working in Kashmir. I have shot films like Mission Kashmir and Shikara and will shoot more films, he said. Chopra said the film festival was particularly significant because it was being held in Kashmir and could provide a platform for stories from the region that have remained largely unheard. This film festival is different because it is being held in Kashmir. There are stories here that are not anywhere else in India. This is the festival where our stories will go out to the world, he said.
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Ganpati mandals urged to keep vulgar songs off playlists
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Bombay HC acquits man on death row for rape, murder of physiotherapist
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CM Mohan Yadav pitches MP as investment destination at Dubai meet
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 7 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday pitched the state as a long-term investment destination at the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress-2026 in Dubai, highlighting its central location, connectivity, industrial infrastructure and investor-friendly policies. Addressing the Invest in Madhya Pradesh, India session, Chief Minister Yadav said the state was ot merely a land of opportunities but a hub for long-term, stable and reliable investment partnerships. He invited investors from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other countries to participate in the Global Investors Summit-2027 to be held in Bhopal. Chief Minister Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh's geographical location at the centre of India allowed goods to be transported to any part of the country within 24 to 36 hours. The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, road and rail network and modern logistics facilities, the Chief Minister said, made the state a natural hub for manufacturing and distribution. Madhya Pradesh is rapidly developing a robust industrial ecosystem across sectors such as agriculture and food processing, textiles, automobiles, engineering, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications equipment, optical fibre, electronics, clean energy and digital manufacturing, CM Yadav added. The Chief Minister held a series of meetings with the UAE and Russian leaders and business groups during his Dubai visit. He met Ras Al Khaimah ruler Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi and Tatarstan Head Rustam Minnikhanov to discuss cooperation in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, food processing, agriculture, tourism and renewable energy. He also met the UAE Economy and Tourism Minister Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri and Foreign Trade Minister Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. Discussions included industrial parks, SEZs, green energy, cold chains, electric vehicles, pharmaceuticals and export platforms. On Tuesday, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is scheduled to meet senior representatives of Rana Holdings, GEMS Education, Crescent Group, Pure Health, Sharaf Group, Choithrams, DP World, Beaumark Corporation, West Zone, KGK Group, Vistas Media Capital and VFS Global. He will also meet the Sharjah Chamber Chairman Abdullah Sultan Al Owais and participate in a roundtable with the chamber and IBPC Sharjah. Meetings with Bee'ah Group and Emaar Group are also scheduled to explore investments in environmental management, urban development, real estate and infrastructure.
Delhi building collapse: PG owner, his wife and son held; 5 officials suspended
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PM to visit Gujarat & Maharashtra on Sept 8
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A girl spends Rs 15,000 on a Rs 20 vada pav and catches a flight to Mumbai.
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Shiv Sena MP Shrirang Barne opposes Harit Setu footpaths in Pimpri-Chinchwad
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