From drone-lit skies and gemstone rangolis to fragrance journeys and theatrical thalis, India's new-age festive events blend heritage with high-tech spectacle to create memories that feel both intimate and unforgettable.
A violent clash broke out between two groups of students at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus on Friday during a 'Visarjan Shobha Yatra' organised on the occasion of Vijayadashami, following the nine-day Navratri celebrations.
Rohit Sharma, who missed Friday's first ODI against Australia in Mumbai because of a family wedding, caught up with Dutch DJ Martin Garrix.
After Saiyaara's blockbuster status, Yash Raj Films is trying to make its next release, War 2, a bigger hit.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said the Maratha quota GR will not affect the rights of the Other Backward Classes and asserted that 'bogus' persons would not be allowed to avail benefits meant for the segment.
Tensions escalated in Barabanki and Mau districts as protests over the 'I Love Muhammad' campaign turned violent in Bareilly with police carrying out overnight house-to-house raids to nab the culprits and arresting a prominent cleric.
The incident took place on September 19 at around 5:50 pm when a vehicle-based column of troops of 33 Assam Rifles was moving from its Patsoi Company Operating Base to Nambol Company Operating Base.
A senior Uttar Pradesh government official has issued directives to ensure the safe and smooth completion of the Kanwar Yatra, including banning outsiders from entering camps, enforcing a ban on single-use plastic, and providing basic facilities to kanwariyas.
Reigning Premier League champions Liverpool honour Portugal forward Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash alongside his brother Andre Silva last month, ahead of the season-opener kick-off against Bournemouth on Friday.
The Tamil TV host announced her second marriage to 42-year-old entrepreneur and DJ, Vasi Sachi, in a private ceremony on April 16.
Two people died and 30 others were injured when a truck carrying kanwariyas came into contact with a hanging overhead power line in Alwar district, Rajasthan. The incident occurred during a parikrama, leading to protests and accusations of negligence against the electricity department.
With spinners playing a crucial role in dismantling CSK's batting, Rahane praised their performance while also shedding light on how KKR's strategy worked flawlessly on the night.
The players, looking towards Bravo, crooned along Bravo's hit number Champion while the song played on the team bus.
KKR's star all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer claimed staying in the present has been the key to handling the pressures of the T20 league.
'We wanted a girl who looked like a doll.'
"Deepu Kewat was playing loud music on DJ (popular term for sound amplifiers) as part of Holi celebrations. His neighbour Shankar Kewat requested him to lower the volume since his children were studying for exams. In response, Deepu and five of his kin attacked Shankar and his family, including father Munna Kewat," he said.
Hands down, the winner of Anurag Kashyap's patriarchy and privilege pooh-poohing exercise is Amit Trivedi and Shellee's spirited soundtrack, notes Sukanya Verma.
They also appealed to youth from the community not to play loud DJ music during the Eid al-Fitr celebration on May 2.
Rajasthan Police personnel in several districts of the state boycotted Holi celebrations on Saturday to protest their demands, including promotions and removal of salary discrepancies. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot urged the current Chief Minister to intervene and address the police personnel's grievances, while Cabinet Minister Kirodi Lal Meena expressed support for their demands and promised to raise the issue with the government. The police personnel are calling for timely Departmental Promotion Committees (DPCs) meetings, an increase in mess allowance, and other benefits. The boycott highlights the ongoing concerns of police personnel regarding their professional development and financial well-being.
A panchayat in Punjab's Bathinda district has announced an incentive of Rs 21,000 to families who won't serve liquor or play DJ music at wedding ceremonies. The decision was taken to encourage villagers not to indulge in wasteful expenditure on marriage functions and curb liquor abuse.
'What makes this tragedy even more painful is the attempt by some to weaponise it, to paint an entire community with the brush of guilt. This is not just irresponsible. It is dangerous.'
Paroma Chatterjee has done over 800 gigs, performed at many big clubs in India and abroad and won acclaim for her skill.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and wife Sakshi Singh stole the show in their matching all-black outfit.
At 80, this Polish woman is still the life of the party -- quite literally! Meet 80-year-old "DJ Wika" who stands behind the decks, mixing party music in a huge Warsaw club.
A college in Madhya Pradesh's Indore has expelled four student leaders after they were found guilty of holding 150 people, including the female principal and professors, hostage for denial of permission to a Holi programme on the campus, its top official said on Friday.
Action, romance, comedy, it's raining masala entertainment on OTT this week.
A Dalit groom's wedding procession was held under heavy police protection in Rajasthan's Ajmer district after the bride's family expressed concerns about potential opposition from upper castes. Around 200 police personnel ensured the safety of the traditional 'Bindoli' ceremony, where the groom Vijay Regar rode a mare to his bride Aruna Khorwal's village. The bride's family had approached the authorities after anticipating possible resistance from locals. The police presence prevented any incidents and ensured the wedding procession took place peacefully.
After the haldi and mehendi ceremonies, Anurag Kashyap's daughter Aaliyah Kashyap and Shane Gregoire threw a pre-wedding party, and invited their friends over.
Kolkata Knight Riders have discovered a surprise hero in Vaibhav Arora in the post Mitchell Starc era. The team management trusts the pacer so much now that they are not hesitant to pick him ahead of more reputed international names, assistant coach Ottis Gibson said on Monday.
She spins Bollywood tracks when she's not doing her investment consultant job.
'He surprised us by telling us he wanted to make a career in acting.' 'We were scared since we knew nothing of this profession but then, he landed a role in Mira Nair's Monsoon Wedding.' 'After seeing him holding his own on screen, we decided to let the boy pursue his passion.'
'Hard work is there, but I believe in visualisation and manifestation. Whatever match or series, one or two weeks prior I start preparation looking at the bowling line-up, who will bowl and how will I play them. I play out the scenarios and it helps.'
Mumbai Indians, the five-time IPL champions, have a robust scouting system that unearths hidden gems from across the country.
Former West Indian cricket captain Dwayne John Bravo, who last year announced his retirement from all forms of the game, is having a good second run as a singer. His popular 'Dwayne 'DJ' Bravo Champion' music video is a blockbuster online, having notched up 29,50,000 views on YouTube. And now he has teamed up with choreographer Shakti Mohan of Dance India Dance fame to come up with a peppy single titled 'The Chamiya Song'.
Markram, who had scored a century at the same venue against the same opposition two years ago, ensured the Orange Army, who turned up in large numbers, did not go home disappointed.
'Work really hard on improving your sound.' 'Try to get as much people as possible to listen to your music.'
Sukanya Verma curates a Navratri special playlist just for you to give those festivities a touch of Bollywood style dazzle.
Cops say the organisers Sunburn did not complete the 'mandatory requirements and legal formalities'.
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The BAFTAs were held at London's Royal Festival Hall on February 16.