A chance meeting between Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Union minister Kiren Rijiju at the Tulip Garden in Srinagar has sparked a political storm, with opposition parties accusing the National Conference of laying out a red carpet for the BJP leader in the aftermath of the Waqf Amendment Act. While NC sources termed the interaction as a purely coincidental encounter, opposition parties like the PDP and Peoples' Conference condemned the meeting, accusing the NC of surrendering to the BJP. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, passed by Parliament last week, aims to streamline the management of Waqf properties with provisions to safeguard heritage sites and promote social welfare.
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Whether you're spending it on a red carpet or a beach, Sukanya Verma gives you some Bollywood-style inspiration to look V-Day red-dy on February 14.
The navel baring, high slit gown became iconic and has since inspired many celebs to go the bold and beautiful way.
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In keeping with the mood of the evening, there were several outfits that definitely took fashion risks. Did it pay off? You tell us.
After wearing the Schiaparelli haute couture gown for her debut appearance, Alia Bhatt picked Gucci's first-ever sari embellished with Swarovski crystals for the closing ceremony of Cannes 2025.
'For all you know, in the next five years there could be a path-breaking cancer treatment and I may be absolutely fine. Or maybe I won't be. I have to live with both scenarios.'
Last weekend was dedicated to women, as The Hollywood Reporter celebrated Women In Entertainment 2025.
The young actor rocked a floral pant suit by Anamika Khanna to the fashion week.
Emraan Hashmi's Ground Zero is all set to make history by becoming the first film to have its red carpet premiere in Srinagar in 38 years.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stunned the Internet with behind-the-scenes shots of her getting ready for the red carpet.
With its sleek bodice and a skirt that flares out elegantly, the fishtail gown the go-to choice for many celebs.
It's an exciting time for fashion in India-- merging heritage with a dash of creativity.
Among the glittering guests at the Paris Fashion Week were Deepika Padukone, Raveena Tandon and her daughter, Rasha Thadani.
Cash registers are ringing more frequently at hotels and resorts with the return of the big fat Indian wedding after a two-year hiatus. This comes even as the small and intimate ceremonies - which became popular during the pandemic - are also set to keep those employed in the hospitality sector on their toes. As many as 2.5 million marriages are expected to get solemnised during the wedding season that gets underway from next week and stretches on till April, according to industry estimates.
Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh is all set to take Punjab's close business as well as people-to-people relations with Canada to the next level, with a one-to-one meeting with visiting Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Amritsar on Wednesday, said an official spokesperson.
'Things may get much worse before they get better,' predicts Ajay Chhibber.
Film folk didn't hold back from a midweek party, as one of Bollywood's most successful production houses turned 20.
The fact that Gor has President Trump's ear makes him an extremely valuable commodity for India -- he represents both a challenge and an opportunity, points out Aditi Phadnis.
The celebrities in attendance at Manish Malhotra's opening show at Lakme Fashion Week 2019.
The opposition Peoples' Democratic Party and Peoples' Conference targeted the ruling National Conference over the meeting, and accused it of surrendering to the Bharatiya Janata Party without even a pretence over the passage of the Waqf act.
Diljit Dosanjh walked the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, blending Punjabi royalty with a modern vision, on May 5.
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International celebs are turning to Indian designers to add a tadka of desi glam to their wardrobe.
Modi will host dinner for Abe at a hotel in the old city area.
Urvashi Rautela walks the red carpet for the screening of the film L'Amour ouf (Beating Hearts)at Cannes.
No concept note, no lofty theme, no lengthy explanations. Designer Sailex NG relied only on a straightforward fall/winter line to do the talking at Lakme Fashion Week.
US President Joe Biden on Saturday rolled out the red carpet to welcome leaders of Quad countries, Prime Ministers Narendra Modi of India, Anthony Albanese from Australia and Fumio Kishida of Japan.
Shriya Pilgaonkar recaps March on social media, giving everyone a look at her many emotions and events.
The plus sized model is not letting maternity coming in the way of her bold fashion choices.
International stars are increasingly turning to Indian designers to make a statement at international events.
From Grand Slam champions to Olympic gold medalists, some of the world's most iconic athletes brought their signature style to the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
After a better-than-expected Dussehra weekend, hospitality firms are hopeful of ending the year on a positive note by doing good business over Christmas and the New Year. Typically, year-end bookings kick in two to four weeks before the season begins. Owing to pandemic-related uncertainties, hotels are seeing a significant reduction in the booking window, with travellers waiting till the last minute to make hotel reservations.
Simran Bhatia will soon be making her Bollywood debut with Agastya Nanda!
Oscar-winning Producer Guneet Monga Kapoor made her mark on Cannes 2025 by launching a new initiative that spotlights three rising women producers from India, part of her newly-established Women in Film India chapter, reported Variety.
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