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Business Standard
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
India debunks claims that US used Indian airspace to strike against Iran
India on Sunday dismissed as "fake" claims by certain social media handles that the US fighter jets used Indian airspace to launch strikes against Iran. The US bombed three nuclear sites in Iran overnight, with President Donald Trump warning of additional strikes if Iran retaliates. 'Several social media accounts have claimed that Indian Airspace was used by the United States to launch aircrafts against Iran during Operation #MidnightHammer. This claim is FAKE,' PIB Fact Check said in a post on X. 'Indian Airspace was NOT used by the United States during Operation #MidnightHammer,' said the fact check unit of the Press Information Bureau that functions under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. It said that the Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Dan Caine had explained the route used by US aircraft during a press briefing.
Hans India
14-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Yoga event lights up All India Radio
Vijayawada: In a vibrant prelude to the International Day of Yoga on June 21, a spirited Yoga event was organised at the All India Radio (AIR) premises here during the early hours of Friday. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 150 staff members representing various media units under Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, including All India Radio, Doordarshan, Press Information Bureau (PIB), and Central Bureau of Communication (CBC). NTR district Collector Dr G Lakshmisha, the chief guest, delivered a keynote address, highlighting the transformative power of Yoga in fostering a balanced and healthy life. Rajinder Choudhury, Additional Director General, PIB here and M Someswara Rao, Deputy Director General, All India Radio, were the guests of honour. They lauded the initiative and commended the active involvement of media personnel in embracing wellness through Yoga. The session commenced at 6 am with the performance of various Yoga Asanas, expertly guided by trained instructors. Participants displayed remarkable enthusiasm and energy, underscoring the growing awareness and commitment towards holistic well-being among government staff. This event is part of a nationwide series of programmes leading up to International Yoga Day, which holds special significance this year. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the main event in Visakhapatnam on June 21, where over five lakh participants are anticipated to engage in mass Yoga demonstrations, aiming at making it one of the largest such gatherings globally. These ongoing efforts underscore the Government of India's steadfast commitment to transforming Yoga into a people's movement and promoting its extensive benefits for physical, mental, and spiritual health.
Hans India
13-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Yoga program held at All India Radio in Vijayawada
Vijayawada: In preparation for International Yoga Day on June 21, an enthusiastic yoga program was organized at the All India Radio premises in Vijayawada. More than 150 staff members from various departments of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting attended the event early Friday morning. This personnel included representatives from All India Radio, Doordarshan, the Press Information Bureau (PIB), and the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC). District Collector of NTR District, Dr. G. Lakshmi, addressing as chief guest highlighted that yoga has the transformative power to promote a balanced and healthy life. Guests of honor were Rajinder Choudhary, Additional Director General of PIB Vijayawada, and M. Someswara Rao, Deputy Director General of All India Radio Vijayawada have appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the staff in the yoga practice, highlighting the commitment of media personnel to embrace health through yoga. The session began at 6 a.m., featuring trained instructors showcasing various yoga asanas. Participants exhibited great enthusiasm and energy, reflecting a growing awareness of holistic well-being among government employees. This event is part of a series of nationwide activities in anticipation of the International Day of Yoga, which carries special significance this year. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the main event in Visakhapatnam on June 21, where over five lakh people are anticipated to participate in the Visakha Yoga event. The participant expressed gratitude for the preparatory activities in Vijayawada, emphasizing the Center's efforts to make yoga a mass movement and promote its benefits for physical, mental, and spiritual health.
India.com
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Rajesh Khanna's film was once banned by censor board due to…, was later released when…, had special connection with former PM Jawaharlal Nehru, lead actress is…
In the early 1970s, 80s, and 90s of Bollywood, enacting bold scenes on-screen didn't always go well with the audience. The hesitation to perform certain scenes often made actors and actresses uncomfortable. However, did you know there was a movie by India's very first superstar, the late legendary actor Rajesh Khanna, which left the audience stunned—even before reaching them, the film made jaws drop at the censor board? The film shook everyone because of its storyline, and the explicit scenes created a massive uproar among fans. Interestingly, the film also had a special connection with former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Yes, you read that right! Rajesh Khanna did the movie at a time when his career was witnessing a downfall. It brought him the much-needed limelight once again. If you are wondering which movie we are talking about, it is called Red Rose. Released in 1980, the movie was a remake of the Tamil film Sigappu Rojakkal. The original version featured Kamal Haasan and Sridevi in the lead roles. Coming back to Rajesh Khanna's film, the female lead opposite him was Poonam Dhillon. Fans have always loved Kaka as a romantic actor. However, to their surprise, the movie featured Khanna as a serial killer, which did not sit well with the audience. On the other hand, a picture of Poonam, wherein she is in a bathtub wearing minimal clothing, was used for promotional posters. This made the actress extremely upset. It was a huge risk for Rajesh Khanna, as in the movie his character was far from the sane and romantic man he was known for. Instead, he played a rich but mentally unstable businessman named Anand, who would first trap girls in love and then brutally murder them. Censorship The plot of the movie was considered extremely bold by the censor board. Hence, the board took a tough call and gave the film an 'A certificate'. But after watching the film, the board remarked, 'How can a superstar do such a dirty thing? This is not fit for public viewing.' Upon facing this censorship fiasco, the makers were left with only one option: to approach the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. After a lot of struggle, they finally received a green signal for the release. Special Connection with Jawaharlal Nehru Did you know the movie had a connection with former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru? Yes, throughout the movie, Rajesh Khanna kept a red rose in his pocket, a symbol associated with Jawaharlal Nehru. This similarity did not go down well with the censor board either. After a long battle and delay, the movie was finally released on the big screens. Sadly, it did not perform well and was considered a flop.
India Today
04-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
PM Modi to chair cabinet meeting today, first since Operation Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a crucial meeting of the Union Council of Ministers on Wednesday, the first since the successful conclusion of Operation Sindoor, sources said. The meeting will be held this evening at 5 PM at the Sushma Swaraj meeting comes as the Modi government completes 11 years in office and one year of the Modi 3.0 term. According to the sources, all ministers will be briefed in detail about the success of Operation Sindoor in this agenda also includes discussions on the achievements of the Modi government over the past 11 years. PM Modi has directed all ministries to compile and share their accomplishments with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, which will prepare a booklet highlighting the government's cabinet ministers have also been asked to promote these achievements through social media and newspaper PM Modi has ordered the ministers to work on a comparative presentation between the UPA and NDA regimes, emphasising how the situation has changed over the past 11 years, which will be discussed in the the previous Cabinet meeting, PM Modi had outlined significant events scheduled for June and urged ministers to engage meaningfully with the public on these events are – June 5 (World Environment Day), June 9 (first anniversary of Modi 3.0), June 21 (International Yoga Day) and June 25 (50 years since the Emergency).Must Watch IN THIS STORY#Narendra Modi
