Prithviraj Kapoor's spectacular journey from an unpaid extra to Bollywood's regal patriarch

Vikas Datta | November 3, 2024 11:00 AM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) In 1928, a strapping young man made his way into the office of the top Bombay film company boss, getting past the stern Pathan guard at the gate by engaging him in his native Pashto, and managed to wangle a job as an unpaid extra. Prithviraj Kapoor held the job for all of 10 days, and on the eleventh, was signed as the hero of their next film!

PM Modi, HM Shah extend warm wishes on Bhai Dooj

IANS | November 3, 2024 10:30 AM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Bhai Dooj on Sunday, celebrating the bond between brother and sister.

Punjab CM extends Diwali, Bandi Chhor Diwas greetings

IANS | October 31, 2024 10:19 AM

Chandigarh, Oct 31 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday extended warm wishes to all Punjabis living across the globe on the sacred occasion of the festival of lights Diwali and Bandi Chhor Diwas.