A Canadian university will soon return to India a unique statue of Hindu goddess Annapoorna that was stolen from a shrine in Varanasi over a century ago and found its way to the varsity's art gallery, in an attempt to 'right historical wrongs' and help overcome the 'damaging legacy of colonialism'.
Playing a character put off by the idea of retirement is becoming on Bachchan. Hands in pocket, eyes firmly focused on his mission, conviction inks his speech while his serene, sensitive, portrayal has a calming effect on the kids and Jhund, observes Sukanya Verma.
With no agenda announced for the meeting, the leaders from Jammu and Kashmir said they have come with an open mind.
'We always know on whose house the raid was conducted, and how much money was recovered.' 'We never know what happens inside when the raid is going on.'
The Bollywood game changes every Friday. So which actors made the most of it in the year so far? We take a look.
Why did we go into nationwide lockdown when we were adding 100 cases a day and why are we not going into lockdown but allowing cricket stadiums, political rallies and Kumbh Melas when we are adding 40,000 cases a day? asks Aakar Patel.
'We need to have a prosperous J-K, where all communities must prosper including Dogras, Gujjars, Sikhs, Muslims and Pandits.' 'Prosperity is the first signal of peace.'
The first month of 2021 has not had any notable releases but January usually starts on a blockbuster note.
Pilot, who is also the president of the state unit of the party, on Tuesday night claimed he has the support of 30 MLAs and the Gehlot government is now in minority.
Which of these films will make it to the Rs 100 crore club?
Read this before you head to the theatres to watch Shah Rukh Khan's next big release.
The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
'The Mallahs may remain divided between the two competing coalitions in Bihar,' says Mohammad Sajjad.
'My producer earns, I earn. It's a win-win situation.'
Sources close to the Ministry Of Information and Broadcasting say the attendance of the Khans has not been confirmed.
In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!
Modi will address a rally to boost BJP candidate Smriti Irani's chances.
Lovely had quit the Congress and joined the BJP in the presence of party president Amit Shah.
Salman Khan can finally enjoy a successful Diwali movie release!
The move came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the coronavirus situation in the country on Friday, a home ministry statement said.
'I was all of 4 years old when I saw my first stampede. #dilipkumar walked into a wedding reception.. there was hysteria.. women thronged to see him, the bridal couples stage broke!! Such was the magic!'
Joginder Tuteja looks at Bollywood's new lot of actress-turned-producers.
Joginder Tuteja looks at the Independence Day releases over the years.
The tripartite agreement was signed by Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, top leadership of the four factions of the NDFB, ABSU, Joint Secretary in the Home Ministry Satyendra Garg and Assam Chief Secretary Kumar Sanjay Krishna in presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
Beset by troubles on multiple fronts within, the Congress faces the danger of imploding with party veterans Ghulam Nabi Azad and Kapil Sibal on Wednesday sharply questioning the decision-making process, saying there are 'no monopolies', and demanded convening an urgent meeting of the Congress Working Committee for a 'dialogue'.
'His portrayal of Income Tax Commissioner Amay Patnaik relies on his firm footing as a man of consequence to pitch itself as a tribute to the IT department's unsung heroes.' 'It's the most I've enjoyed watching Ajay Devgn in a while,' says Sukanya Verma.
The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
Pranaam leaves you even more disappointed, writes Karan Sanjay Shah.
'All the big stars are booked for months and years. I don't know how to make the films with the cast that I want,' Prabhudheva says.
Following are the various committees and sub-committees of the Board of Control for Cricket in India for the year 2011-12, selected at its 82nd AGM, in Mumbai, on Monday.
He was granted bail by a court in Ahmedabad.
The EC also ordered the removal of Principal Secretary (Home) Atri Bhattacharya and Additional Director General, CID, Rajiv Kumar from their postings in West Bengal.
The hits and misses of the week.
Here's why Salman Khan is the numero uno of Bollywood!
We celebrate Independence Day with this special feature, published on Rediff.com in January 2013.
Sukanya Verma looks at some striking age gaps between the onscreen romantic couples of Hindi movies.
With the elevation of these four new judges, the strength has risen from 24 to 28.
While the new COVID cases and total active cases are going up, the administration is focusing on testing, contact tracing and treatment.
Joginder Tuteja looks at the numerous times Mr Bachchan has played an older man.
