The avalanche hit the arterial Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, which connects Gangtok to Nathu La at the China border, around 11.30 am, trapping five-six vehicles with around 30 people under the snow, the Army said in a statement.
Leander Paes has achieved by creating a Davis Cup world record on a 'phenomenal' day for Indian tennis
'Eddie Murphy was approached for Sanjay Dutt's role, Omar Sharif for Jackie's Shroff's. The title of Khalnayak was Be Negative then. I had started working on the screenplay with Hollywood writers. And then after three-four months...
In constitutional democracies the Opposition is legitimate and part of the legislature. To see it as the enemy and to try and get rid of it through convictions and expulsions is not democratic, asserts Aakar Patel.
Modi said India's next general elections will be held in 2024 and he invited G20 delegates to visit the country to witness the "festival of democracy" in the "mother of democracy".
'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'
Celebs are known for their flawless, perfectly contoured faces. But what lies behind those smokey eyes and layered make-up?
'While National War Memorial is great, the memories of Amar Jawan Jyoti are indelible'
Glimpses from the Federation of Indian Associations' Indian Independence Day parade in Manhattan on Sunday, August 21, 2022.
The fight for freedom was long and hard and that is why it is important to go back to the monuments that celebrate those who fought the good fight.
Tsering described the gesture as an "innocent grandfatherly affectionate demeanour" that was followed by his "jovial prank" with a tongue.
'Yes, Ronaldo won't play forever, unfortunately he doesn't score goals now, he's old, Portugal doesn't need Ronaldo (clapping emojis).'
The best, wisest, and fairest next step in strengthening our own cause is to restore statehood to Jammu & Kashmir and allow the resumption of robust political activity. That's a box that remains unchecked on the Modi government's report card as we approach the fourth anniversary of Kashmir's Constitutional shift, notes Shekhar Gupta.
From the voter-level, traditionally anti-BJP, anti-Hindutva minorities and other secular voters would have an option, especially in the face of the mounting anti-incumbency against the ruling party -- as it happened in the 2001 assembly polls, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.
Pele's death has unified Brazil, a country starkly divided by a bruising presidential election.
Sidelined AIADMK leader TTV Dinakaran sought to play down party's decision.
"75 years ago our country showed the whole world the strength of walking on the path of truth and non-violence. Today, we are remembering the sacrifice of all freedom fighters by taking out an 'Azadi Gaurav March' with our Congress family," he said.
'I have absolutely no regrets because if it wasn't for this learning that I've gone through, I wouldn't be here today.'
Aruni Mukherjee, who recently visited Rome, is already contemplating his next visit. "I could visit Rome a hundred times and not get enough of the city," he says.
From dark humour to days of innocence, it's quite an emotional spectrum on OTT this week.
'Her Saturday screenings at Yash Raj Studio were a much awaited weekly event marked on all our calenders. 'Her CAREFULLY curated meals were a delight and fabulous. LOVE YOU PAMMY.'
Why is November 1 such an important day? Bollywood tells you!
Things may not always look bright, but the sun won't stay out forever is a running theme conveyed across its short films about people from various walks of life in all their varying moods and musings, applauds Sukanya Verma.
Continuing his tradition of spending Diwali with soldiers who protect the Motherland, Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi on Thursday wished troops posted in the Nowshera sector of Jammu and Kashmir a Happy, Healthy and Safe Diwali.
The court rejected all petitions, including that against the conduct of the party's General Secretary election.
He challenged the establishment in many unconventional ways. His style was unique. He was a great orator, prolific writer, stupendous organiser, a fearless leader, an extremely gracious host and was always willing to help anyone who reached out to him. Suresh Prabhu, former Sena MP, pays tribute.
Leaders from different parties on Friday paid tributes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben.
IPL 2023 will be very different from earlier ones with the 'Impact Player' rule coming into play for the first time.
It's a small world and Bollywood knows that only too well. That's why they're always on the move!
Gauri takes us inside Mannat... Bhumi has a treat... Huma wishes her mum...
Little Jeh turns one on February 21, and his proud mama can't contain her excitement!
Sukanya Verma looks at Bollywood stunners extending their support to the short hair style.
'The source of our music, the very notes of music itself have fallen silent.'
'I don't like anything negative said about my favourite Ranveer Singh.'
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday said the work to set up an international standard memorial of Dr B R Ambedkar at the Indu Mill Compound in Mumbai will be completed at the earliest.
'She is BACK on sets where she belongs. She is ready to fly.'
Fashion lessons from Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Madrid.
Check out Raageshwari Loomba as she talks about and demonstrates the Five Tibetan Rites that are said to be the secret to youth and vitality.
Check out Raageshwari Loomba as she talks about and demonstrates the Five Tibetan Rites that are said to be the secret to youth and vitality.
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