The sister of NCP leader Rupali Chakankar is being questioned in connection with the alleged use of her bank account by arrested self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, who is accused of financial irregularities and land grabbing.
The sister of NCP leader Rupali Chakankar was questioned by police regarding her alleged connection to the financial dealings of arrested self-styled godman Ashok Kharat.
Self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, already facing rape charges, is now under investigation for opening over 130 accounts with cooperative credit societies and conducting transactions worth approximately Rs 63 crore.
Self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, already facing rape charges, is now under investigation for suspicious financial activities involving numerous accounts and large transactions.
NCP leader Rupali Chakankar appeared before a special investigation team (SIT) for questioning regarding her alleged association with self-styled godman Ashok Kharat, who is under arrest in rape and sexual exploitation cases. Chakankar, who resigned as the state women's panel chief, has pledged full cooperation with the probe.
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour: Live in 3D is packed with moments that are clearly meant to make die-hard fans go 'Aww,' but they don't really give a true look at the person behind the artist, notes Mayur Sanap.
The GQ Most Influential Young Indians 2026 wasn't just about celebrating trailblazers across industries; it was also a full-blown fashion moment.
Activist Anjali Damania has called for the questioning of Rupali Chakankar, former chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, regarding her alleged connections with Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman accused of sexual assault.
The Grazia Fashion Awards 2026 brought together some of the most stylish names in the industry and, let's just say, the red carpet did not disappoint.
'Cinema is such a powerful medium. It is not just the emotional impact, but some of these films are so strong that your entire body cannot help but react.'
Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan's reunion in 'Bhooth Bangla' attempts to capitalise on nostalgia but ultimately delivers a noisy, recycled, and uninspired horror-comedy that struggles with weak humour, ineffective scares, and miscasting.
It is impossible to discuss Asha Bhosle without mentioning the word 'versatility', notes Dinesh Raheja.
The Mumbai Cricket Association on Thursday honoured four Indian cricket greats by unveiling a stand and dedicating stadium gates at Wankhede Stadium.
From sultry cabaret numbers to soul-stirring ghazals, Asha Bhosle crafted a sonic universe where boldness met beauty and mischief mingled with melancholy. Her voice didn't just soundtrack cinema, it liberated expression, challenged norms and gave generations permission to feel, flirt, ache and celebrate without restraint. Sukanya Verma salutes the legend.
'I have returned to work with Priyan Sir after 14 years. Aisa laga vanvaas khatam hone ke baad phir se mauka mila hain.'
'She was the last of the diggaj kalakaars after Lataji, Kishoreda, Rafi saab and Mannada and with her demise, the golden era of Hindi film music has truly ended.'
'Ashaji was unlike any other, a voice that defined not only one generation but across a span of cinematic universe! I was and have been the massive fan of her voice, her art, her personality...'
'Today's girls are freer than the earlier generation. They perform more freely.'
The glamorous queens who stole the limelight at the Elle Style and Beauty Awards 2025.
Devanshi Patel turned her passion for storytelling and celebrations into Shreem Events, one of India's sought-after wedding planning companies.
As days turn into weeks and America loses more planes, as the destruction of trillions of dollars worth military assets piles up, and dead bodies of soldiers return in ever greater numbers in coffins, Trump will have to answer some very difficult questions to save his presidency, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
Despite its sub-4m footprint, the Gravite offers impressive cabin space, three usable rows, and practical storage solutions making it ideal for budget-conscious families, says Somnath Chatterjee.
Paris Haute Couture Week isn't about everyday outfits; it's about pushing imagination to its limits.
Before theatre audiences cheered loudly for Border 2, film folk queued up for a special screening in Mumbai.
There are moments in Assi when you will get scared, when you will get angry, when you will feel helpless... when you will realise the enormity of the crime.
The violence in Kennedy is often unflinching and the characters offer no easy sympathy, but you stay hooked on how it all plays out. And that's when the classic Anurag Kashyap twist arrives, bringing an unexpected emotional payoff that lands just right, observes Mayur Sanap.
Long-time couple Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben had a dreamy destination wedding in Udaipur, surrounded by their families and friends.
It isn't easy for a girl from Gopal Nagar to chase a dream. But Pinky was extremely determined. A force unto herself, she was going to go places. Literally. Till it abruptly ended one morning on the tarmac at Baramati airport.
Tu Yaa Main feels rather indulgent for a survival drama. You can see where it's headed, and it just grows tiresome after a point, observes Mayur Sanap.
Aamir Khan on Gauri Spratt: 'In my heart, I'm already married to her'
Venus Williams, 45, made an age-defying return to tennis this year, becoming the oldest WTA singles match winner since 2004 in July.
'The Dhamaal director wanted an innocent guy who's still like a child. He hinted that my voice was very strong.' 'I worked it out: I got this dungarees look, made him slouch, got rid of the bass in my voice, and added a lisp to make him cuter.' 'These are things an actor does because you want to bring something to the table.'
Supreet Singh, filmmaker and co-founder of Red Dot Foundation, explains how the 4km long Infinite Saree is a larger campaign against all forms of sexual abuse, including marital rape.
Chelsea battled from two goals down to beat West Ham 3-2 in the Premier League on Saturday with a stoppage-time Enzo Fernandez winner.
Mumbai witnessed an event dipped in heritage and glamour as Nita Ambani unveiled the Swadesh flagship store, a space built to honour India's finest master artisans and their craft legacies.
Nanda says of Manmohan Desai: 'I wanted a husband who doesn't bow down before anyone else.' 'He has worked with Amitabh Bachchan in so many films but it's always on a one-to-one basis. I admire that.'
From groundbreaking designs to iconic red-carpet glamour, these shapeshifters have not only put India on the global map but also created a niche through their distinctive personal styles.
From groundbreaking designs to iconic red-carpet glamour, these shapeshifters have not only put India on the global map but also created a niche through their distinctive personal styles.
Venus Williams revealed her younger sister Serena has been coaching from afar as she and Leylah Fernandez surged into the doubles quarter-finals.
Dharmendra got his He Man image with Phool Aur Patthar, which was so strong that he never managed to fully shrug it off.
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