& 'May See Rise in Cases': Cong Slams AAP for Opening Liquor Shops, BJP Asks Kejriwal to Reconsider Move By www.news18.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 07:55:04 +0530 Leader of Opposition in the Assembly, Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, slammed the Delhi government's decision to open liquor shops, claiming it can increase coronavirus positive cases by up to 10 per cent. Full Article
& No Justification For Continued Detention of Mehbooba Mufti & Others, Says Omar Abdullah By www.news18.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 07:59:43 +0530 Abdullah was released in March after the J&K government revoked his detention orders under Public Safety Act (PSA), more than seven months after he was detained. Full Article
& Rahul Gandhi to Talk Covid-19 & Economy with Nobel Laureate Abhijit Banerjee By www.news18.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 11:43:24 +0530 Rahul Gandhi has started a series of talk shows to speak about COVID-19 and how the country can come back on track economically. In the conversations he has stressed that India needs more testing Full Article
& 'Temporary Ration Cards, Bigger Stimulus Package': Abhijit Banerjee to Rahul Gandhi on Covid-19 Hurdle By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 11:36:50 +0530 On May 4, the Congress party tweeted a 1.44-minute clip from their conversation and the full interview was released on Wednesday. Full Article
& Congress Announcement of Bearing Travel Cost of Migrant Workers 'Street Play', Says Karnataka Minister By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 02:16:46 +0530 The Congress on Monday had said its state units will bear the cost of rail travel of needy migrant workers stranded at their workplaces due to the coronavirus-induced lockdown. Full Article
& 'Do We Have to Stand in Line for 5 Trillion Economy?': Akhilesh Yadav on UP Govt's Decision to Open Liquor Shops By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 03:33:33 +0530 As per figures released by the state excise department, on the very first day of the opening of shops, people bought liquor worth about 225 crore, setting a new record. Full Article
& Former J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti's Detention under Public Safety Act Extended by 3 Months By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 11:31:39 +0530 Mufti was initially detained on August 5 last year when the Centre abrogated the special status of the erstwhile state and bifurcated it into two union territories -- Ladakh, and Jammu and Kashmir. Full Article
& Centre's Decision to Charge NRIs to Return from Covid-affected Countries 'Inhuman': Cong Leader Venugopal By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 10:27:39 +0530 Venugopal said it was due to protests by a large number of expatriates and their relatives as well as the general public over the past few days that the central government took the decision to bring back Indian citizens from abroad. Full Article
& Extension of Mehbooba Mufti's Detention 'Unbelievably Cruel and Retrograde': Omar Abdullah By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 11:22:48 +0530 Omar Abdullah was reacting to the Jammu and Kashmir authorities' decision to extend the detention of the former chief minister by another three months. Full Article
& 'It's Cruel': Chidambaram Castigates Govts for Imposing Higher Taxes Amid Pandemic Distress By www.news18.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 03:12:45 +0530 New or higher taxes are justified only when the economy is booming, the former finance minister said. Full Article
& Rahul Gandhi Calls Govt's Move to Hike Petrol-diesel Prices 'Unfair', Demands Immediate Rollback By www.news18.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 02:57:30 +0530 Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's remarks come after the central government hiked excise duty and cess on petrol by Rs 10 per litre and on diesel by Rs 13 a litre. Full Article
& Detailed Probe into Covid-19 Origin, 'Swadeshi' Model in Post-pandemic Economy: RSS Policy on Path Ahead By www.news18.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 06:06:41 +0530 The RSS may want to be incorporate the broader policy adjustments -- both domestic and international – in the working and objectives of the government in the aftermath of the pandemic. Full Article
& Don't Use Reyaz Naikoo's Death to Provoke Violence, Protest: Omar Abdullah By www.news18.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 07:49:07 +0530 Former J&K CM Omar Abdullah said Hizbul Mujahideen commander Reyaz Naikoo's destiny was decided the moment he picked up the gun and adopted the path of violence and terror. Full Article
& The Many Cues & Sonia's Trump Card: Can Covid-19 Crisis Finally Manage to Bring Back Cong in Game? By www.news18.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 07:35:30 +0530 It is clear that Sonia now wants to make COVID-19 the launching plank of sorts of for the Congress. And, in many ways it is the return of Manmohan Singh as the trump card. Full Article
& 'What After May 17?' - Congress Questions Government's Strategy on Lockdown By www.news18.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 07:45:52 +0530 Chief ministers of Congress-ruled states said they would urge the PM to provide an assistance package to cope with the pandemic as well as the economic situation. Full Article
& 'Bonded Labour': Opposition Slams Karnataka Govt's Move to Cancel Trains for Migrants, Workers Unhappy By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 12:01:40 +0530 The Congress said the decision to go back or stay in the state should be with the labourers and not the government, with the former being free to choose health or work. Full Article
& Don't Play 'Petty Politics' over Shramik Special Trains: Railway Union to Sonia Gandhi By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 03:35:39 +0530 In a letter to Gandhi, the Railways' largest union of workers said travelling during the coronavirus pandemic is dangerous but railway staffers are making it possible through their hard work. Full Article
& Pandemics Make People Less Willing to Experiment. Here's How it May Sway Political Affiliations in Bihar By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 07:18:49 +0530 Studies show that the fear of contagion leads individuals to become more conservative and less accepting of experimentation. They prefer quietly falling in line, however long, rather than taking on eccentricity. Full Article
& 'Objectionable & Inhuman': Akhilesh Yadav Demands Resignation of Yogi Govt Over Relaxation in Labour Laws By www.news18.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 03:47:09 +0530 The Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday passed an ordinance to suspend most of the labour laws in the state, in order to attract new companies to invest in the state amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Full Article
& Time to Fight Covid-19 under PM Modi's Guidance: BJP To Rahul Gandhi By www.news18.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 05:10:14 +0530 BJP's Sudhanshu Trivedi said the Modi government has been very much receptive to suggestions from the opposition but it should be constructive, adding that it is very typical of Gandhi to speak before media without studying facts. Full Article
& Bengal Says 8 Trains to Bring Back Migrant Workers Scheduled as Amit Shah Writes to Mamata on 'Injustice' By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 03:00:14 +0530 Union home minister Amit Shah said not allowing trains to reach West Bengal is 'injustice' to the migrant workers from the state. Full Article
& Chidambaram Welcomes Centre's Decision to Borrow Additional 4.2 Lakh cr Amid Economic Concerns By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 03:32:52 +0530 Echoing similar sentiments put forth by several eminent economists, the senior Congress leader appealed to the central government to shed its reservations and borrow more in 2020-21. Full Article
& 'Prove Allegations or Apologise': TMC on Amit Shah's Letter to Mamata over Migrants' Trains By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 03:55:04 +0530 Union Home Minister Shah, in a letter to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, said the West Bengal government is not allowing trains with migrant workers to reach the state that may further create hardship for the labourers. Full Article
& 'Confusion' Within Modi Govt in Fight Against Covid-19 Pandemic, Says Cong's Ajay Maken By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 07:22:51 +0530 Government should tell the people clearly about the exact state of the pandemic to enable them to prepare accordingly, said Congress senior spokesperson Ajay Maken. Full Article
& 'Cheap Politics': JD(U) Trashes Kejriwal Govt's Claim of Bearing Migrant Labourers Train Fare Back Home By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 07:01:59 +0530 The JDU, headed by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accused the AAP of resorting to "cheap politics to gain popularity" as the Arvind Kejriwal government has sought reimbursement of the payment. Full Article
& K Balachander's Thaneer Thaneer Saw It Coming Years Before Chennai Water Crisis By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jun 2019 11:12:44 +0530 Tamil Nadu is now facing one of the worst droughts in over a hundred years, and Balachander saw this coming and worsening nearly four decades ago. Full Article
& On the Eve of Thalapathy Vijay's Birthday, Tamil Star Gifts Fans Poster of New Film By www.news18.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2019 07:43:28 +0530 Thalapathy 63, which is Vijay's upcoming film, has been named Bigil, and will show the Tamil star in a double role. Full Article
& Sindhubaadh Movie Review: Vijay Sethupathi's Film has a Bizarre, Unbelievable Script By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2019 05:01:08 +0530 There is really not much of a story in Sindhubaadh and if there are twists and turns, these form a bizarre, unbelievable script. Full Article
& Here's Why Soundarya Rajinikanth Deleted Photos with Her Son in a Swimming Pool By www.news18.com Published On :: Sun, 30 Jun 2019 07:41:32 +0530 Soundarya Rajinikanth received backlash for posting photos of her enjoying in the pool with her son while Chennai is going through a severe water crisis currently. Full Article
& Raatchasi Movie Review: Jyothika Can't Help This Poorly Executed Film By www.news18.com Published On :: Fri, 5 Jul 2019 05:01:32 +0530 Much like some South Indian stars who have defied age by jumping into superwomen roles, Jyotika does that, and does that to a T. Full Article
& Samantha Akkineni Finds Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Kabir Singh Defence 'Deeply Disturbing' By www.news18.com Published On :: Mon, 8 Jul 2019 12:58:22 +0530 Samantha Akkineni, who has worked with Arjun Reddy star Vijay Deverakonda in Mahanati, commented on Sandeep Reddy Vanga's statement normalising violence in the name of love in Kabir Singh. Full Article
& Mammootty's Next Project is Named Shylock, to be Directed by Ajai Vasudev By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 06:49:34 +0530 Shylock was the name of the main antagonist in William Shakespeare's play The Merchant of Venice. However, it is not clear whether Mammootty's character is inspired by the play. Full Article
& I Don't Think I will Ever Have Interest in Politics, Says Malayalam Superstar Mammootty By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2019 12:26:06 +0530 Mammootty, one of the biggest stars of South Indian cinema, feels that one doesn't have to be a part of politics in order to serve people. Full Article
& Samantha Akkineni Initiates ‘One Bucket’ Challenge, Highlights India's Water Crisis By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2019 06:00:42 +0530 Samantha Akkineni urged her fans to use just one bucket of water on July 21 as part of the challenge. Full Article
& AR Rahman's Women Anthem 'Singappenney' for Vijay's Movie 'Bigil' Released, Fans Laud Single on Twitter By www.news18.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2019 11:13:19 +0530 The first song from Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming movie Bigil is out. The women anthem has been sung by music maestro AR Rahman. Full Article
& Happy Birthday Dhanush: 5 Movies by the Raanjhanaa Actor You Shouldn't Miss By www.news18.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Jul 2019 08:54:50 +0530 Dhanush, who is recognised in Bollywood for his roles in the films Raanjhanaa and Shamitabh, turns a year older today. Full Article
& Kajal Aggarwal's Latest Poolside Song 'Pilla Picture Perfect' is an Instant Mood Lifter By www.news18.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2019 07:41:33 +0530 Pilla Picture Perfect is a new song from the Telugu crime action thriller Ranarangam that was released today. The video shows Kajal Aggarwal dancing at a pool party. Full Article
& Priya Prakash Varrier Can't Keep Calm After Meeting Arjun Reddy Star Vijay Deverakonda By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 8 Aug 2019 05:47:43 +0530 Priya Prakash Varrier recently had a fangirl moment with Arjun Reddy star Vijay Deverakonda and shared the photo on social media. Full Article
& Mahesh Babu's Wife Namrata Shirodkar Writes Heartfelt Post for Actor's Fans on His 44th Birthday By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 01:19:50 +0530 Former Miss India and Bollywood actress Namrata Shirodkar took to her Instagram and shared a heartfelt post for all Mahesh Babu fans. Full Article
& Saaho's Latest Poster Reveals Mandira Bedi in the Intense Look of Kalki By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 03:10:14 +0530 Ahead of the trailer launch, the makers of Saaho have revealed the look of Mandira Bedi's character Kalki in the film. Full Article
& Allu Arjun Reveals Next Film's Title on Independence Day, Shares First Glimpse By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2019 02:27:00 +0530 On August 15, the title of Allu Arjun's new film was announced, along with a first glimpse from the movie, which also stars Pooja Hegde. Full Article
& Shraddha Kapoor as Saaho's Leading Lady is a Big Step in Narrowing the North-South Divide By www.news18.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2019 09:59:15 +0530 Shraddha Kapoor in Saaho leads the way in Bollywood A-listers going down south this year to play pivotal roles with major local stars. Full Article
& Prabhas Thanks 'Beloved Fans' For Making Saaho a Rs 350 Crore Success Worldwide By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 5 Sep 2019 05:37:59 +0530 In just three days, Saaho reportedly dethroned Mahesh Babu's Maharshi to become the top-grossing title of 2019 in Telugu cinema. Full Article
& Soundarya Rajinikanth's Hand Luggage & Vishagan Vangamudi's Passport Stolen at Heathrow Airport By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 5 Sep 2019 07:48:53 +0530 Calling the experience shocking and traumatic, the daughter of superstar Rajinikanth put up a post on Twitter narrating the ordeal. Full Article
& Vijay Deverakonda is 'World Famous Lover' in Next Film, First Look to be Out Soon By www.news18.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 03:10:13 +0530 Vijay Deverakonda's next Telugu film is called World Famous Lover and will have four actresses in lead roles. Full Article
& Tamannaah Set to Make a Special Appearance in Mahesh Babu's Sarileru Neekevvarua By www.news18.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Sep 2019 09:50:36 +0530 Also featuring Rashmika Mandanna and Prakash Raj, Sarileru Neekevvarua has been written and directed by Anil Ravipudi and produced by AK Entertainments. Full Article
& Thalapathy 64: Vijay's Film Kicks Off With a Pooja in Chennai By www.news18.com Published On :: Fri, 4 Oct 2019 04:18:13 +0530 It’s produced by businessman and Vijay’s relative Xavier Britto, who has earlier produced films like Senthoorapandi, Deva and Rasikan. Full Article
& I'm Drawn Towards Films that Have a Strong Point of View, Says Kunal Kapoor By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 08:13:07 +0530 On his 42nd birthday, we revisit a recent chat with the Rang De Basanti actor where he described the kind of films he prefers to take up and the kind of scripts he is writing. Full Article
& Mumbai Film Festival Opens with Malayalam Title, Geethu Mohandas' Moothon By www.news18.com Published On :: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 12:50:00 +0530 Moothon, starring Nivin Pauly and Sobhita Dhulipala, has the usual drama of junkies and car chases and violence – all of these followed by retribution and reconciliation. Full Article
& Bigil Early Review: Fans Hail Atlee's Film as Vijay's Best Performance By www.news18.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 11:43:39 +0530 After much wait and anticipation, Tamil star Vijay's Bigil released on Friday. It is a sports action film written and directed by Atlee and has Nayanthara as the female lead, while AR Rahman has scored the music. Full Article