People are voting for Modi, not BJP: Mani Shanker Aiyer

Sukant Deepak | October 16, 2023 5:32 AM

Kasauli, Oct 16 (IANS) Stressing that the strategy of keeping their narrative "anti-Modi" is a well-thought-of move by the I.N.D.I.A alliance comprising 28 opposition parties, Congress member and former Minister of Panchayati Raj, Mani Shanker Aiyer, says the ruling BJP has a much smaller share of public support, but owing to Modi's admiration among the voters, the party has managed to garner impressive numbers.

9 must-visit cities to experience Navratri in India

IANSlife | October 14, 2023 4:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANSlife) India observes Navratri, a colourful and important Hindu festival, over the course of nine nights. It entails numerous rituals, age-old music, dance (Garba), and vibrant decorations. Navratri is a diverse and fascinating experience for everyone saying to take part in the celebrations because each region of India celebrates it in a special way. The following list curated by Thomas Cook and SOTC Travel consists of nine Indian cities that are a must-see for Navratri:

Every time I sit down to eat, I become part of land that sustains us: First woman Michelin star Chef Titti Qvarnstrom

Sukant Deepak | October 13, 2023 11:20 AM

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) For her, food represents a profound connection between us and the land upon which we reside, and each meal consumed is not just a physical necessity, but a tangible link between ourselves and the environment. “Every time I sit down to eat, I feel like I am becoming a part of the very land that sustains us,” smiles Swedish chef Titti Qvarnström, the first woman in Scandinavia to be awarded a Michelin star for her culinary skills in 2015.

Norwegian playwright-novelist Jon Fosse awarded Nobel Prize in Literature

Vikas Datta | October 5, 2023 5:56 PM

Stockholm/New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) In line with its standard for bringing lesser known authors to global limelight, the Swedish Academy on Thursday announced Norwegian novelist and playwright Jon Fosse, whose stark and gritty works offer an unforgettable portrayal of the ambiguities, vicissitudes and disquietude of the human condition, as the recipient of the Nobel Prize for Literature for 2023.

Martin Scorsese lauds Leonardo DiCaprio's growth as an actor

IANS | September 28, 2023 5:10 PM

Los Angeles, Sep 28 (IANS) Filmmaker Martin Scorsese says that actor DiCaprio changes in life when he's changing on film, singing praises of the ‘Titanic’ star’s range, calling him a very dynamic and versatile performer.

Tina Datta seeks blessings at Lalbaugcha Raja

IANS | September 24, 2023 3:40 PM

Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Actress Tina Datta was spotted at Lalbaugcha Raja on Sunday, along with her father, and took blessings of Bappa on the occasion of Ganeshotsav.

Madhuri Dixit makes Ukadiche Modak on sets of ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’

IANS | September 22, 2023 5:20 PM

Mumbai, Sep 22 (IANS) One of the most beautiful actresses of Bollywood, Madhuri Dixit, who graced the stage of ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’, made ‘Ukadiche Modaks’ on the sets of the singing reality show.

Jasmine Bhasin tells why Lord Ganesha is called ‘Vighna Harta Ganesha’

IANS | September 21, 2023 4:36 PM

Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) Actress Jasmine Bhasin shared why Lord Ganesha is called 'Vighna Harta Ganesha’ and spoke about what all she prayed for this year.

Salman poses for pix with Shinde at his sister's Ganpati Visarjan

IANS | September 21, 2023 1:30 PM

Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) Salman Khan joined his step-mother Helen, brother Arbaaz Khan and Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to visit the Ganpati Visarjan celebrations at his sister Arpita Khan Sharma's residence on Wednesday evening.

I am very critical of myself: Suchitra Krishnamoorthi

Sukant Deepak | September 20, 2023 6:44 PM

New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) It was at a family dinner when her sister Sunita Nagarajan sang a melody that she had composed. That very moment, singer and actor Suchitra Krishnamoorthi knew that she would record the song as a single for herself. And 'Shararat' was born.

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People are voting for Modi, not BJP: Mani Shanker Aiyer

9 must-visit cities to experience Navratri in India

Every time I sit down to eat, I become part of land that sustains us: First woman Michelin star Chef Titti Qvarnstrom

Norwegian playwright-novelist Jon Fosse awarded Nobel Prize in Literature

Martin Scorsese lauds Leonardo DiCaprio's growth as an actor

Tina Datta seeks blessings at Lalbaugcha Raja

Madhuri Dixit makes Ukadiche Modak on sets of ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’

Jasmine Bhasin tells why Lord Ganesha is called ‘Vighna Harta Ganesha’

Salman poses for pix with Shinde at his sister's Ganpati Visarjan

I am very critical of myself: Suchitra Krishnamoorthi

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