Month: May 2025

The 2012 romantic drama ‘Cocktail,’ directed by Homi Adajania, is all set to return to theatres after nearly thirteen years of its original release.

‘Cocktail’ is the latest Bollywood film to join the trend of theatrical re-releases, after titles like ‘Andaz Apna Apna.’

The film, best known for its modern take on love, friendship, and heartbreak, starred actors Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty in lead roles.

It will hit the big screen again on May 30.

The news was shared by PVR Cinemas as it shared a poster of the film along with a caption that read: “The iconic trio is back! Experience the unforgettable journey of ‘Cocktail’ once again with our Curated Shows. Cocktail re-releasing at PVR INOX on May 30!”

Cocktail follows the story of Meera (played by Diana Penty), a simple girl left alone in a new city, who finds comfort and support in her free-spirited friend Veronica (Deepika Padukone). Things get complicated when Veronica’s boyfriend Gautam (Saif Ali Khan) starts falling for Meera.

The movie also featured Boman Irani, Dimple Kapadia, and Randeep Hooda in important roles. It was Diana Penty’s Bollywood debut.

The film gained popularity not just for its story but also for its catchy music. Songs like “Tumhi Ho Bandhu,” “Daaru Desi,” “Second-Hand Jawaani,” and “Yaariyan” became major hits, especially among young listeners. The beautiful filming locations in the UK and South Africa also added charm to the movie. (ANI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday received a rousing reception from citizens during his grand roadshow in Ahmedabad, as they enthusiastically celebrated the bravery, valour, and success of ‘Operation Sindoor,’ a release from the Gujarat Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) said.

The Prime Minister, accompanied by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Union Minister for Jal Shakti, and BJP State President CR Patil, acknowledged the warm greetings extended by the public.

Held on the Airport’s Iconic Road, the roadshow witnessed fervent chants of “Maa Bharati” as Ahmedabad residents expressed their pride in India’s armed forces and heartfelt gratitude to Gujarat’s beloved son, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for the triumphant execution of Operation Sindoor.

The vibrant atmosphere was enriched with evocative tableaux showcasing Indian military bravery and cultural heritage, along with patriotic songs, hoardings, and thematic lighting in the colours of the national flag. The Airport’s Iconic Road glittered with a dazzling tricolour illumination.

The enthusiasm among the citizens was palpable as people, including children, enthusiastically waved the Tricolour, showered flower petals, and lined the streets to catch a glimpse of the Prime Minister. The event, aptly titled the “Sindoor Samman Yatra,” emerged as a powerful manifestation of unwavering patriotism and profound national pride.

Placards and banners saluting the valour of the Indian Armed Forces further enhanced the emotional ambience, creating a compelling visual of unity and devotion to the nation. Participants from various communities and organisations joined the procession in traditional attire, carrying creative banners and illustrations, transforming the roadshow into a grand celebration of India’s cultural and national spirit. (ANI)

NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule, who is leading an all-party delegation in Doha, on Monday said that India’s global outreach program is centered on a peace mission and aims to inform the world about what the country has gone through in the past few weeks after the Pahalgam terrorist attack.

“What India has been through in the last few weeks has been very unfortunate, and the world needs to know about it. Hence, this global outreach program,” Sule said while speaking to ANI.

She explained that Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the initiative, and seven groups were formed–each consisting of five Members of Parliament and experts from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)–to travel across different regions globally.

“This is an outreach program of peace, friendship, and what’s next for India and the globe. We are all very committed to a peaceful, harmonious and green world,” Sule said.

Highlighting the recent April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, Sule said, “While India is very focused on this peace mission, we must put the facts on the table, which is that India has been very hurt by an unprecedented attack on India’s soul. This was the Pahalgam attack on April 22, which shook the entire country. Innocent Indians on vacation were shot most brutally in the terror attack.”

Adding further, she said, “We have enough evidence to prove that the entire module was being operated from our neighbourhood. The neighbourhood which we have nurtured, valued, respected, and always wanted good relations with, but unfortunately, these activities are connected to a group supported by the TRF, which is an outfit of the Lashkar-e-Taiba. There is enough evidence to show that Pakistan government has deep connections with all of them. What India has been through in the last few weeks has been very unfortunate, and the world needs to know about it. Hence, this global outreach program.”

“The MEA has done a wonderful job with this outreach program. We have had wonderful meetings, and they’ve committed that in the zero-tolerance against terrorism, Qatar is committed to India in this fight, so we are looking forward to taking this relationship of trust and faith,” Sule added.

Earlier in the day, Sule said that Qatar has assured their commitment against India’s zero tolerance approach against terrorism. The NCP MP stated that India and Qatar will oppose and not tolerate any terrorist attack on human lives. She further termed the visit as “successful” and said that the Qatar government was pretty “hospitable” towards the Indian delegation.

“Qatar government is committed to this long-term relationship that India and Qatar have had and they have promised us and reassured us that they are committed to zero tolerance against terrorism. In this entire journey, in all the meetings that we’ve had, the government has reassured us that they stand totally united and any terrorist attack anywhere in the world, Qatar and India stand united and we will oppose and we will not tolerate any terrorist attacks against any human lives, especially our innocent citizens”, Supriya Sule said.

“This trip has been extraordinarily successful and the Qatar government has been very hospitable towards us and in every discussion, they have reiterated the relationship of Qatar and India, the friendship, the trust, the bond, not just of the past, but for the next decades to come”, she added.

Earlier in the day, the all-party delegation led by NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule met Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar.

Sule conveyed India’s perspectives on the Pahalgam terrorist attack, Operation Sindoor and India’s consensus for zero-tolerance against terrorism.

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy in Doha wrote, “Today morning the multi-party delegation met HE Dr. Mohamed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, MoS for Foreign Affairs and conveyed India’s perspectives on the Pahalgam terrorist attack, Operation Sindoor and India’s national consensus for zero-tolerance against terrorism.”

It added, “MoS Dr Al Khulaifi conveyed Qatar’s solidarity with India and policy of zero tolerance against terrorism for regional stability and prosperity.” (ANI)

The release date of Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri’s ‘Dhadak 2’ has been announced.

On Monday, the makers unveiled the film’s new posters and informed that the film will hit the theatres on August 1.

“Marne aur ladhne mein se ek ko chunna ho toh ladhna. #Dhadak2 aa rahi hai cinema gharo mein – 1st August 2025 ( (If you ever have to choose between dying or fighting, then choose to fight),” a post on Instagram account of Dharma Productions read.

In the posters, Siddhant and Triptii can be seen giving each other a tight hug as they are ready to face all the odds.

Directed by Shazia Iqbal, ‘Dhadak 2’, a story that explores love and challenges social norms. The film follows Siddhant’s character as he navigates a love story that breaks through societal expectations and class barriers.

It’s a sequel to the popular ‘Dhadak’ franchise featuring Janhvi Kapoor and Ishan Khatter. Released in 2018, the first part was the Hindi remake of Marathi film Sairat.

The film, which explores themes of caste and social discrimination, was originally slated for release in November 2024. (ANI)

NITI Aayog member Arvind Virmani on Monday expressed confidence that India will be the fourth-largest economy in the world by 2025-26, surpassing Japan, as forecasted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

“Data will come in April (2026). Sometimes it comes a little earlier in February or March. But, we can only expect the international confirmation (in 2026),” Virmani told ANI.

“I am fairly confident that in 2025-26, our forecast will come right — my forecast and the IMF forecast (that India will become the fourth largest economy),” he added.

According to the IMF’s April edition of the World Economic Outlook, India’s nominal GDP for fiscal year 2026 is expected to reach around USD 4.187 trillion. This is marginally more than Japan’s likely GDP, which is estimated at USD 4.186 billion.

In September 2022, India had surpassed the UK to become the fifth-largest economy in the world.

India continues to be among the fastest-growing major economies and is expected to maintain this momentum over the coming years, according to multiple global agencies. Even as India is projected to overtake Japan in terms of the size of the economy, the per capita income in India still remains very low.

Overall, India has made quite a turnaround, climbing the ladder of economic growth. This can be gauged from the fact that from 11th in 2013-14, India has now positioned itself to become the fourth largest economy soon.

To realise the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’ or a developed nation dream by 2047, India will need to achieve a growth rate of around 8 per cent at constant prices, on average, for about a decade or two, the Economic Survey document for 2024-25 tabled on January 31 asserted. (ANI)

In a message to people of Pakistan over their government’s support to cross-border terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asked them what had they had gained with such an approach and said they will have to come forward to rid the country of “disease of terrorism”.

Addressing a gathering here, PM Modi said the government and military in Pakistan have made terrorism a business — a source of income at the cost of lives of people of the country and their future.

The Prime Minister urged people of Pakistan to recognize the reality of their situation. He cautioned that their government and military actively support terrorism, using it as a means to generate revenue.

He called upon the people of Pakistan to reflect on whether this path is truly in their best interests. He highlighted that power-driven agendas are putting Pakistani lives at risk and pushing their children’s future into darkness. The Prime Minister underscored that if Pakistan is to rid itself of the scourge of terrorism, its people must take a stand and contribute to its eradication.

PM Modi also contrasted Pakistan’s economy, which has been seeking IMF bailouts, with that of India which is on course to becoming the third largest economy in the world in the next few years.

“From the sacred land of Kutch, I also want to address the citizens of Pakistan: what have you really gained? Today, India stands as the fourth-largest economy in the world — and look at the condition you are living in. Ask yourselves — who destroyed your children’s future? It is terrorism,” he said.

PM Modi said Pakistan army runs its own agenda and children of Pakistan must know the truth.

He said it is up to the people of Pakistan to decide if the path chosen by their government “is the path you want for your future?

“Your army runs its own agenda. Your government and military have made terrorism a business — a source of income at the cost of your lives and your future. The children of Pakistan must know the truth — that their suffering is the result of a system that fuels terror instead of building a nation. Now, it is up to the people of Pakistan to decide: Is this the path you want for your future?” he asked.

Operation Sindoor was launched early on May 7 as a decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack by Pak-sponsored terrorists in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. Indian Armed Forces targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, leading to the death of over 100 terrorists.

India subsequently repelled aggression by Pakistan and pounded its airbases. India and Pakistan have agreed to stop military action following call made by Pakistan DGMO to his Indian counterpart.

“Pakistan made the mistake of attacking Kutch with drones, as Modi is from Gujarat. But they forgot — this is the land where, in 1971, our brave Nari Shakti built an airstrip in just 72 hours,” PM Modi said.

He said India targeted only the terrorist camps with precision under Opreration Sindoor but Pakistan resorted to aggression.

“Our retaliation was so strong that their airbases are still in ICU… It was the valour and bravery of our forces that Pakistan waved the white flag… We had already told them, our target was your terror infrastructure; all you had to do was stay quiet. Now that you made a mistake, you have to deal with the consequences,” he said. (ANI)

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, on Monday, urged everyone in Kerala to remain vigilant and be mindful of the periodic safety alerts in vulnerable areas in the wake of the electrocution of two brothers in Kozhikode.

Hearing about the loss of two young brothers, Nidhin and Aivin, in Kodenchery, Kozhikode was heartbreaking. I pray that God gives their family the strength to bear this terrible tragedy.

I urge all of you in Kerala to remain vigilant, follow directives given by the authorities…

— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) May 26, 2025

Talking to X on Monday, the Wayanad MP said, “Hearing about the loss of two young brothers, Nidhin and Aivin, in Kodenchery, Kozhikode was heartbreaking. I pray that God gives their family the strength to bear this terrible tragedy”.

“I urge all of you in Kerala to remain vigilant, follow the directives given by the authorities and be mindful of the periodic safety alerts in vulnerable areas. All our colleagues in the UDF are there to provide proactive assistance and care. I am confident that they will make themselves available at all hours and be of help. Let us work together to ensure everyone’s safety,” she added in the post.

Due to heavy rain alerts, a holiday has been declared for educational institutions in Thrissur, Idukki, Ernakulam, Wayanad, and Kasargod districts on May 26.

The decision comes after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert in 11 districts and an orange alert in three districts due to heavy rains.

The holiday applies to all institutions, including Anganwadis, nurseries, Kendriya Vidyalayas, CBSE and ICSE schools, professional colleges, tuition centres, and madrasas.

However, there is no change in the schedule for exams and interviews.

Since schools have not officially reopened in Kerala, only special classes are currently being held.

On Saturday, the southwest monsoon hit Kerala, marking its earliest arrival on the Indian mainland since 2009, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This year, the Southwest Monsoon set in over Kerala on May 24, eight days earlier than its normal onset date of June 1, said IMD.

On July 30, 2024, Kerala was hit with a landslide, the deadliest one in the state, killing more than 300 people and destroying scores of houses and other buildings. (ANI)

Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has shared his intense workout routine, proving that age hasn’t dimissed his commitment to discipline and fitness.

In the video, the ‘Krrish’ director was seen effortlessly moving through boxing drills, leg workouts, lifting weights and performing exercises using balls and battle ropes.

From stretching to doing leg squats with heavy weights on shoulders, the filmmaker performed every exercise with utmost grit and passion in the gym along with his trainer.

While sharing his video from the gym on his Instagram handle on Monday, Rakesh wrote, “It’s not about being healthy-it’s about feeling your best every day.”

Reacting to his post, actor Anupam Kher wrote in the comment section, “Har har Mahadev!”

Suniel Shetty expressed his admiration for the post by sending a ‘heart’ emoji. Vicky Kaushal’s father and action director Sham Kaushal commented, “Kaya baat. So inspiring. Rakeshji.”

Meanwhile, Rakesh Roshan earlier announced that his son Hrithik Roshan is set to direct the upcoming instalment of ‘Krrish’ titled ‘Krrish 4’.

Sharing a picture with Hritik, whom he fondly calls ‘Duggu’, Rakesh Roshan on Instagram wrote, “Duggu 25yrs back I launched you as an actor, and today again after 25 years you are being launched as a director by two filmmakers Aditya Chopra & myself to take forward our most ambitious film #Krrish4. Wish you all the success in this new avatar with good wishes and blessings.”

Yash Raj Films (YRF) has joined the production of Krrish 4 in association with Rakesh Roshan.

Rakesh Roshan expressed his delight at having Aditya Chopra as the producer, saying, “It brings me so much joy to see someone like Adi as the producer of Krrish 4. It was he who convinced Hrithik to sit in the director’s chair,” in a press note.

He added, “Hrithik and Adi coming together as a producer-director pair with me behind them is a rare and deliciously creative combination! I’m sure they will turn Krrish 4 into a theatrical experience that has never been made in India.”

The project is set to commence filming early next year, with further details yet to be disclosed. (ANI)

Actor Dino Morea is being questioned by the EOW of Mumbai Police in connection with the Mithi river desilting case.

His name came up in the investigation for having connections with one of the arrested accused in the matter, according to Mumbai Police.

The Economic Offences (EOW) Wing of Mumbai Police had earlier this month arrested two alleged middlemen – Ketan Kadam and Jay Joshi – in connection with the Mithi river desilting case.

They were produced on the same day in the court and are now in judicial custody.

The two were among 13 people booked by EOW of Mumbai Police in connection with the alleged fraud.

There are allegations that the accused charged the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) inflated amounts for dredging and other equipment.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Morea will be next seen in Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, the film is set to release in theatres worldwide on June 6 later this year.

The accumulation of silt in reservoirs and water bodies leads to a reduction of their water storage capacity. Rivers pick up, carry and drop silt load as per their regime conditions, i.e. discharge in the river, river slope, morphology, nature of silt. Periodic surveys to assess the current capacity of water bodies are primarily undertaken by state governments. (ANI)

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar and his wife Anjali Tendulkar have completed three decades of blissful marriage.

Marking their special occasion, their daughter Sara took to Instagram on Monday and shared several pictures showcasing the couple’s adorable moments.

The first image is from Sachin and Anjali’s wedding day. The duo looked extremely happy, just like the groom and bride. Take a look.

There are also pictures of the couple from their 30th wedding anniversary celebrations. The two even exchanged garlands, isn’t it adorable? However, more than Sachin and Anjali, it’s their dog who caught everyone’s attention. The pet dog of the Tendulkar family was dressed in a customised black and white tuxedo bandana with a red bow.

Wishing her father and mother a happy wedding anniversary, Sara also penned a beautiful message on Instagram.

“Celebrating 30 years of this iconic duo!!! Together, you’ve built a life filled with the kind of love that inspires us all. Here’s to forever and beyond,” she captioned.

Sachin and Anjali, a doctor by profession, tied the knot on May 25, 1995. They are also doting parents to son Arjun Tendulkar, who followed in his father’s footsteps in cricket. He has represented Mumbai in various age-group teams and later played for Goa in the Ranji Trophy.

Sara, on the other hand, is a registered nutritionist. Interestingly, in January 2025, she took charge as the director of the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation.

The Sachin Tendulkar Foundation, established in 2019 by Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar, has focused on improving access to healthcare, education, and sports for the underprivileged children. Over the years, STF has worked with various NGOs and institutions, impacting over 100,000 lives, and its journey reflects a commitment to creating innumerable opportunities for the next generation. (ANI)