Jammu, July 22 (UNI) A fresh batch of 3,536 pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu today to offer prayers at the 3,880-metre-high holy cave shrine of Amarnath in the South Kashmir Himalayas, officials said. “A fresh batch of 3,536 pilgrims this morning left for the Shri Amarnath Yatra cave shrine in Kashmir…
By Subhash K Jha Mumbai, July 21 (UNI) Anand Bakshi remains the most successful lyricist of Hindi cinema. He came to Hindi cinema in 1956 but found real success as a lyricist in 1965 with “Jab Jab Phool Khile” in which every song composed by Kalyanji-Anandji from ‘Yeh samaa samaa hai yeh pyar ka’ to…
Mumbai, July 21 (UNI) The exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of “Kantara Chapter 1” has been officially released on social media platforms, offering audiences a tantalising glimpse into the cinematic marvel that has been meticulously crafted over three years. This immersive video, released by Hombale Films as part of the wrap-up celebrations, chronicles the arduous yet inspired…
Mumbai, July 21 (UNI) The teaser of the upcoming espionage thriller “Salakaar” has been unveiled, a series that blends political intrigue with covert operations, offering a gripping tale drawn from real historical events. Directed by Faruk Kabir and featuring a compelling cast including Naveen Kasturia, Mouni Roy, Mukesh Rishi and Surya Sharma in lead roles….
Hyderabad, July 21 (UNI) Life Insurance Corporation of India on Monday said it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Department of Rural Development (DoRD), Ministry of Rural Development, to promote its Bima Sakhi Yojana in rural areas. The MoU was signed during the National Conclave on Financial Inclusion – “Anubhuti” – organized…
London, July 21 (UNI) British number one Jack Draper has withdrawn from forthcoming tournaments in Toronto and Cincinnati because of an arm injury. But the 23-year-old is targeting a return at the US Open, which begins on August 24. Draper, who reached the US Open semi-finals in 2024, said on social media: “After Wimbledon I…
London, July 21 (UNI) The life and legacy of former England and Surrey cricketer Graham Thorpe will be commemorated on August 1, the second day of the final men’s Test match between England and India at the Kia Oval, in an event titled ‘A Day for Thorpey.’ The tribute will mark what would have been…
Bengaluru, July 21 (UNI) In a dramatic escalation that could reshape the Asian cricketing calendar, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has warned of pulling out of the upcoming Asia Cup if the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) goes ahead with its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Dhaka on July 24-25. The standoff,…
Patna, July 21 (UNI) Three of four accused arrested in connection with Chandan Mishra murder case, were sent to jail while another one Tausif, who is main accused of the case was handed over to police for his custodial interrogation today. Police said here that four accused including the kingpin Tausif were arrested from Kolkata…
New Delhi, July 21 (UNI) Jagdeep Dhankhar today resigned from the post of Vice President of India with immediate effect citing health reasons. In a letter posted on the Vice-President of India handle X and addressed to the President Droupadi Murmu, Dhankhar said, “To prioritize health care and abide by medical advice advice, I hereby…
