Author: Arijit Bose

Lawyer calls for transparency in electoral roll revision, protection of peaceful protest and constitutional accountability Mumbai: Advocate Sana Raees Khan has emphasised that the strength of a democracy lies in its ability to address dissent through transparency, dialogue and constitutional accountability, rather than treating questions and protests as threats. Commenting on electoral integrity, the right to protest and the responsibilities of constitutional institutions, Khan said concerns surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls must be addressed through transparent procedures, verifiable data and appropriate independent scrutiny. “The strength of…

Mumbai: Actress Krishna Gautam recently embarked on a spiritual journey, seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva at three sacred Jyotirlingas — Somnath Jyotirlinga, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga. The spiritual visits marked a special moment of devotion, faith and gratitude as she offered prayers at these revered shrines. For devotees of Lord Shiva, visiting the Jyotirlingas holds immense religious significance. These sacred temples are believed to represent the divine presence of Mahadev and attract devotees from across the country who seek peace, strength and spiritual fulfilment. Krishna’s visit to these…

Mumbai: Singer and songwriter Tia Bajpai brings the devotion, emotion and cultural spirit of Bengal to life with her latest release, Maa Asche. A heartfelt celebration of faith and Durga Puja, the song captures the anticipation and joy surrounding Maa Durga’s arrival. Blending traditional devotional sentiment with a contemporary sound, Maa Asche creates a musical experience that connects generations while preserving the timeless essence of Bengal’s festive traditions. Speaking about the song, Tia Bajpai shares, “‘Maa Asche’ is very close to my heart because it is an expression of faith,…

Mumbai: Tanuj Virwani is stepping behind the camera in a big way with Naash, an experimental thriller he has written, produced and directed himself. The entire film was shot on an iPhone, making him one of the few actors to take on all four roles for a project like this. The shoot took place across a mix of locations, including his own farmhouse in Lonavala, as well as Kerala and Hong Kong. With full creative control, Tanuj set out to show that a smartphone can be enough to tell a…

Mumbai: Urvashi Rautela turned heads at a Navratri night in Chhattisgarh, where her garba performance and festive look had the crowd cheering. Her outfit, a chaniya choli reportedly worth ₹70 lakh, drew just as much attention as her dancing. With over 200 million followers worldwide and a reputation as one of the highest-paid actors and performers in the industry, Urvashi has long been seen as a global name. Despite a packed schedule, she often makes time for family and her own well-being, which is part of why fans feel so…