Teesta gets transit bail in case of usurping funds

Last Updated: Friday, January 31, 2014, 20:51

Bombay High Court granted transit anticipatory bail to social activist Teesta Setalvad and her husband Javed Anand on a complaint lodged against them in Ahmedabad for alleged embezzlement of funds.

Children learning more of English, says Javed Akhtar

Last Updated: Sunday, January 26, 2014, 13:34

Javed Akhtar says that children from the middle class are learning English at the "cost of vernacular languages".

Lack of political will to protest violence against women: Javed Akhtar

Last Updated: Sunday, January 26, 2014, 07:17

In the wake of the gang rape of a 20-year-old woman at the behest of a kangaroo court in West Bengal`s Birbhum district, acclaimed Bollywood lyricist Javed Akhtar Saturday expressed dismay that political parties do not have the "will or courage" to act against such violent incidents because of "vote banks".

Amitabh Bachchan thrilled at youth liking `Sholay 3D`

Last Updated: Friday, January 17, 2014, 21:00

Cult movie `Sholay` might have been made in 1975 but the recently released 3D version of the all time favourite is enjoyed by the youngsters. The positive response to the film has overwhelmed megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who features in the film.

Narendra Modi-baiter removed from Nair outfit

Last Updated: Monday, January 13, 2014, 16:08

Gopinatha Pillai, a Narendra Modi critic and father of Gujarat encounter victim Javed Shaikh, has been removed as treasurer of the Nair community outfit NSS`s local unit for allegedly making adverse comments against the BJP`s prime ministerial candidate at a meeting recently.

Modi-baiter removed from Nair outfit

Last Updated: Monday, January 13, 2014, 14:03

Gopinatha Pillai, a Narendra Modi critic and father of Gujarat encounter victim Javed Shaikh, has been removed as treasurer of the Nair community outfit NSS`s local unit for allegedly making adverse comments against the BJP`s prime ministerial candidate at a meeting recently.

Sunny Deol gets emotional watching `Sholay 3D`

Last Updated: Saturday, December 28, 2013, 20:30

Actor Sunny Deol, who watched a special screening of `Sholay 3D`, said Saturday he got very emotional after watching the film that starred his father Dharmendra.

`Sholay 3D` budget is Rs 20 - 22 crore: Producer

Last Updated: Thursday, December 26, 2013, 21:12

The much-awaited 3D version of epic film `Sholay`, set to release Jan 3, has been made on a budget of approximately Rs.20 crore, which includes restoration and conversion, says producer Sascha Sippy.

Pakistan, India agree to release prisoners who have completed sentences

Last Updated: Thursday, December 26, 2013, 14:52

Pakistan and India have agreed to release prisoners, who have completed their sentence.

Ranji Trophy: Lad`s unbeaten 59 keeps Mumbai in hunt for lead

Last Updated: Monday, December 23, 2013, 18:22

Siddesh Lad and tail-ender Javed Khan kept Mumbai in hunt for a first innings lead with their fighting knocks as they ended the second day at 217 for seven, trailing by just 34 runs against Karnataka in Group A Ranji Trophy match, on Monday.

UP Govt has given best help to riot-camp inmates: Chief Secretary

Last Updated: Friday, December 20, 2013, 22:35

Facing flak for "mismanagement" in relief camps in riot hit Muzaffarnagar and Shamli districts, a top Uttar Pradesh official said the government has made all efforts to provide succour to the victims.

Miandad says `proud` to have five Pak cricketers in ICC Hall of Fame

Last Updated: Monday, December 16, 2013, 13:12

Pakistan`s most prolific batsman-ever Javed Miandad feels an honour to have five national cricketers` names listed in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Cricket Hall of Fame, according to reports.