'Fitoor was never meant to be Katrina Kaif and Aditya Roy Kapoor's story. In Gattu's screenplay, the dramatic conflict centred on the characters played by Tabu and Katrina.'
Innovator and educationist Sonam Wangchuk, the real life Phunsukh Wangdu of Bollywood blockbuster 3 Idiots, has developed an eco-friendly solar heated tent that Army personnel can use in extremely cold places like Siachen and Galwan valley in the Ladakh region.
Instead of wasting your breath on badly recycled versions of beloved classics, listen to Sukanya Verma's pick of 15 under-rated Bollywood numbers.
Six young Indian designers showcased their stylish ideas and vision to make India a fashion destination.
Traditional textile and art forms are being adapted into modern-day garments, ranging from the super-luxurious to the casual.
It's amazing how many celebs wore outfits designed by Manish Malhotra to Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's Mumbai reception!
According to the designer it will help weavers' children go to school. Find out how!
Kerala's Tirur betel leaf, Tawlhlohpuan and Mizo Puanchei from Mizoram, and Palani Panchamirtham, a temple 'prasadam' from Tamil Nadu have been awarded Geographical Indication tag.
Be it scenic Kashmir or majestic Swiss Alps, Bollywood's trendsetting winter wear is the A to Z of style and snug. Sukanya Verma looks at its winter fashion over the years.
Hand-made Pashmina and Jamawar shawls from India have for ages been a westener's delight.
India celebrated its 69th Republic Day with a grand parade at Rajpath, which was witnessed by thousands of people. As part of the celebrations, tableaux,including those representing various states, ministries, the All India Radio among others, rolled down Rajpath. Take a look at the colourful cultural pieces.
'In the process, I hope that our Earth will be able to heal some more.'
'We are not going to be threatened by China neither are we going to threaten China.'
Watches, pens, shawls, shirts or even shoes, the former finance minister had a penchant for all of them and his collection consisted of the choicest of brands ranging from "Patek Phillipe (in watches) to Mont Blanc (in pens)".
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday showered the British First Family with a number of gifts at Chequers, the country house retreat of the British prime minister.
'I am sure every effort will be made to showcase Rashtrapati Bhavan to President Trump.'
The first show of the season showcased collections from five new designers.
Swati Kalsi's collection was an ode to the traditional Sujani embroidery and Priyanka Ella Lorena Lama's USP was minimal measurements and stitching involved.
'The lush green of Kashmir was exactly like the postcards and posters I had seen growing up.'
'All the government needs to do is to identify clear political and strategic objectives and to give the military planners a free hand,' asserts Ajai Shukla.
The new-age traveler is no longer into ticking a checklist of must-see spots on his holiday. He is ready to pay a premium to experience culture, crafts and culinary delights of the local populace
'Our throwaway culture today has little room for mochis and rafoogars who concealed rips and tears with imperceptible stitches and great skill,' says Geetanjali Krishna.
'At the risk of upsetting Mumbaikars, I would have to say that New Delhi is leaps ahead of other Indian cities in its sense of fashion and style,' says Kishore Singh.
'My chacha's music is sweet and intoxicating'
... you won't feel anything either.
'The decision of August will have to be taken back. This is our resolve. When it will happen, how it will happen, the judge of our case are the people of this country.'
The magical land of Changthang in Ladakh is the stuff of dreams, though it might be losing its pristine beauty to the onslaught of tourists and campers.
This was disclosed at a high-level inter-ministerial meeting chaired by Home Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on Thursday
Known for making controversial remarks, senior Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan outdid himself when he alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had met wanted underworld don Dawood Ibrahim in Lahore at the residence of his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif last December. Sharat Pradhan/ Rediff.com reports from Lucknow.
In the European countries, one of the pivotal issues is quality control. Once a product is granted GI there is little possibility of fakes, which is not the case in India
If and when this latest crisis moves towards resolution, it's unlikely that the economic solutions will take much precedence, says Sreenivasan Jain.
The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
The new PDP chief will have to work hard to keep everyone in the state happy.
It will take months if not years before flood-ravaged Srinagar is restored to its pristine glory.
Mehbooba Mufti is running an alliance that is unnatural -- and one she instinctively militates against. She needs to be responsible in what she says and does -- and her time starts now, says Aditi Phadnis.
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