Author-journalist Naresh Fernandes has won the 2012 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize for Taj Mahal Foxtrot: The Story of Bombay's Jazz Age, an account of the city's thriving music scene between the 30s and 60s.
Constitutional experts were on Friday divided on who should be blamed for the fiasco over the Lokpal Bill in the Rajya Sabha, holding both the government and the Opposition responsible for leaving the historic legislation in limbo.Describing the high drama in the Upper House as unprecedented in the history of Parliament, former chief justice of India V N Khare said that the interest of the nation is taking a backseat.
Sukanya Verma looks back at Bollywood royalty, and asks *you* to pick your favourite!
Kunal Kapoor's bland portrayal cannot bring out Babur's fascinating persona or self-deprecating temperament, feels Sukanya Verma.
'Physically, he was a strong man, but given to moments of emotional weakness.' 'He had to be put back on the right track by the women in his life.'
Feels wonderful to see Ranveer, Deepika play us: Romi Dev
She resigned soon after her husband and SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal strongly opposed the bills in Lok Sabha on Thursday night, claiming these proposed legislations will "destroy" the agriculture sector in Punjab, and announced that Harsimrat Kaur Badal will quit the government in protest against these three bills.
Bharatiya Janata Party workers have begun their attempt to cross into Jammu from Lakhanpur in Punjab.
The 14-year-old journey of the Women's Reservation Bill was marked by high drama and roadblocks in each of its outings in Parliament, before the historic measure finally cleared its first legislative hurdle on Tuesday. The battle for greater representation to women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies was routinely punctuated by frayed tempers and war of words, which sometimes got physical, as different governments since 1996 tried to get the bill passed.
Sukanya Verma presents a playlist of 100 Lata Mangeshkar songs from different decades of Hindi films -- songs that make me sing, smile, sob and sigh.
The relative ranking of castes can vary across regions and localities and depends on a number of factors including control over land, wealth, and political power. Castes have often tried to 'upgrade' themselves (a process sociologists refer to as Sanskritization), and sometimes get 'downgraded'. A revealing excerpt from Upinder Singh's Ancient India: Culture Of Contradictions.
Any shortlist of contenders for the greatest of all-time events must include the first fight between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier.
Sukanya Verma lists her favourite songs of the year.
'Kaashmora was is enjoyable and lighter while Baahubali was serious drama. Karthi gears up for his next release.
'A lot of married people are not happy with their partners, so how does a marriage decide happiness? Our family wants us to be happy and successful, and marriage doesn't fit anywhere.'
The SC said there were enough guidelines to be followed by the censor board to grant certification of a film before its release
The photo has resonated with many as a moment of humanity that jarred with the broader narrative of violent scuffles between clashing demonstrators.
IPL 2022 has passed the halfway mark after a month of high action and drama. So how will the second half play out for the teams still in contention for the playoffs?
The two announced their engagement after dating for at least 15 months.
Sukanya Verma celebrates chandeliers on celluloid and their most memorable moments in Hindi films.
Sarva Brahmin Mahasabha has demanded the state government to immediately stop the shooting of the Kangana Ranaut starrer Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi.
Kapil Dev's historic World Cup win wasn't the only highlight of 1983. Sukanya Verma looks back how the year treated Bollywood.
Jodhaa Akbar deserves a round of applause for its faithful adherence to melody, vibrant lyrics and musical detailing.
Indian claims to the Ram story and ownership could be challenged from more places than one, says N Sathiya Moorthy.
So many films have been made with Muslim characters. But how many have actually got them right?
8 instances when Indian movies and Web shows were neck deep in trouble!
'Tanhaji has so much fun recreating a bygone legend and fictionalising history, authenticity and spellings, it gets infectious,' feels Sukanya Verma.
Laal Kaptaan deserves a watch just for Saif's spunk, raves Prasanna D Zore.
Speed skating - Swings wins mass start, brings first Belgian Winter gold in 74 years.
Joginder Tuteja looks at the upcoming films and their release dates.
Designer Furne One's show was inspired by the historical film Flowers of War.
'His plays were like Bollywood cinema.'
Let's all join in and congratulate the new king of the 64 squares board.
'When films resonate with the audience, it gives you the confidence to take more risks.'
'Today, the world has changed. You have to be very persistent. You need to have a talent that is your 'X' factor -- be it in any field.' Aarambh actor Rajniesh Duggal tells us what his 'X' factor is.
'Kapil will always be my friend.' 'Sometimes it's nice to remain silent.'
