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Sonakshi Sinha's brother Luv Sinha reveals limited screens for Nikita Roy due to competition
Sonakshi Sinha starred in the supernatural thriller Nikita Roy, which marked her brother Kussh S Sinha's first film as director. The movie faced theater distribution challenges that brother Luv Sinha attributed to unexpected situations. Media reports suggest YRF's Saiyaara, featuring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, limited available screening venues. Despite these obstacles, positive audience reactions have generated momentum through word-of-mouth recommendations. Kussh emphasized the film's original storytelling approach and powerful narrative structure. Veteran director Subhash Ghai praised the debut filmmaker's command and technical skills. Ghai drew comparisons between Kussh's directorial style and Alfred Hitchcock's classic suspense...
AAP's Anmol Gagan Maan resigns from the Punjab Assembly and quits politics
Anmol Gagan Maan stepped down from her position as Kharar MLA and abandoned her political career on Saturday. The Aam Aadmi Party legislator announced her departure through the social media platform X. She submitted her resignation letter to the Assembly Speaker and wished her former party well. Maan expressed hope that the Punjab government would meet public expectations—her decision shocked observers, given her recent praise for party leader Arvind Kejriwal. The resignation followed a meeting on July 15 with AAP national convenor Kejriwal. Maan had described his societal vision as inspiring after their discussion. Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring criticized AAP's internal stability. He referenced the recent...
Mansukh Mandaviya warns that addiction is hindering India's youth and progress
Youth Affairs Minister Mansukh Mandaviya addressed delegates at a spiritual summit in Varanasi on Saturday. He emphasized that substance abuse threatens young Indians during their most productive years. The minister connected this challenge to national development targets set for 2047. Over 600 representatives from 122 spiritual organizations gathered at the Rudraksh Convention Centre. The event focused on creating addiction-free communities across India. Mandaviya referenced Prime Minister Modi's five national pledges announced in 2022 from Red Fort. He noted that citizens under 35 years old represent 65 percent of the population. The minister called for widespread citizen participation against drug abuse. Social Justice Minister...
Uttar Pradesh Police expose global terror links in illegal religious conversion syndicates
Uttar Pradesh authorities dismantled a religious conversion network that received money from Canada and used methods similar to terrorist groups. Police arrested Mohammad Umar Gautam, Mufti Jahangir Alam Qasmi, and Chhangur Baba during Operation Mission Asmita. The suspects targeted poor families through bribes and threats. Investigators found connections to the banned Popular Front of India organization. State police chief Rajeev Krishna announced the arrests during a press conference on Saturday. Officers from the Anti-Terrorism Squad and Special Task Force participated in the raids. The network operated across multiple states and received foreign funding to destabilize communities. Police arrested ten people from six different...
Celtic sign Japanese forward Shin Yamada on four-year deal from Kawasaki Frontale
Celtic completed the acquisition of Japanese striker Shin Yamada from Kawasaki Frontale through a four-year contract arrangement. The 25-year-old attacker recently earned his maiden international selection for Japan after recording 32 goals across 121 matches with his former club. Yamada becomes the fourth Japanese player on Celtic's roster alongside Reo Hatate, Daizen Maeda, and Hyato Inamura. Manager Brendan Rodgers praised the forward's goal-scoring ability and creative potential for the Scottish side. Kawasaki Frontale previously developed Hatate before his successful transition to Celtic. The new signing expressed enthusiasm about joining the Glasgow club and competing at Celtic Park. Yamada acknowledged the achievements of his...
Amit Shah inaugurates Rs 1271 crore projects in Uttarakhand at summit
Home Minister Amit Shah visited Rudrapur on Saturday to launch development initiatives valued at Rs 1271 crore during the Uttarakhand Investment Summit 2025. The gathering attracted business leaders and educational figures from across India. Shah outlined federal plans to transform the state into a center for tourism, infrastructure development, and renewable energy projects. He described Uttarakhand as both a spiritual land and a future growth destination while emphasizing business-friendly policies. The minister promoted reforms designed to streamline commercial operations within the region. Yoga instructor Baba Ramdev commended Shah for achieving a significant weight loss of 40 kilograms and becoming a wellness example. Ramdev...
Asees Kaur's debut EP Broken, explores love and loss with husband, Goldie Sohel
Singer Asees Kaur released her first extended play album titled Broken through Novice Records. The four-song collection features collaborations with composer Goldie Sohel, who serves as her husband and creative partner. Sohel previously worked on popular tracks such as Aaj Sajeya, Bairiya, and Khayaal. The musical project explores emotional journeys through vulnerability, acceptance, and release. Each composition represents different phases of romantic relationships and personal growth. The couple began creating these songs following the birth of their son Harfateh during the previous year. Their creative process emerged from private conversations and shared voice messages between the pair. Sohel described extensive revision sessions...
Shishir Sharma talks South influence in Bollywood as Rasa hits theaters July 25
Actor Shishir Sharma prepares for his upcoming role in the culinary drama Rasa, directed by Angith Jayaraj and Preetish Jayaraj. Sharma dismisses the notion that Bollywood must adapt storytelling techniques from South Indian cinema. He argues that filmmaking transcends regional boundaries when directors possess clear artistic vision. Director Rituja exemplified this clarity, making the production process seamless for the cast. Regional origin becomes irrelevant when filmmakers demonstrate precise creative direction. The script immediately captivated Sharma, prompting him to rearrange his schedule despite potential conflicts. He committed to the project after recognizing the strength of the material for actors. Sharma portrays Anant...
Youth Spiritual Summit in Varanasi to spearhead Nasha Mukt Bharat campaign, says Mansukh Mandaviya
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya revealed plans for a major youth gathering focused on drug prevention. The government will host the Youth Spiritual Summit from July 19 to 20 in Varanasi. More than 500 young delegates from 100 spiritual and social organizations will attend this event. The summit carries the theme Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat. Mandaviya highlighted alarming statistics about substance abuse among Indian youth. Research shows one in five people aged 10 to 24 has experimented with drugs. Medical institutes report that over 850,000 children currently struggle with addiction problems. The minister emphasized that empowering young people remains essential for national development by 2047. The gathering will take place...
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