Priyanka Chopra to accompany Nick Jonas for concert in Brazil

Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra's rumoured romance has created quite a flutter on the net. The couple spent a week in India, and their photos were all over social media. After a short trip to Goa, they attended Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta's mehendi ceremony in Mumbai.

Nick even met Priyanka's mother, Madhu Chopra, and had dinner with her after the function.

Nick and Priyanka left India, the day before, and have now headed to Brazil. If reports are to be believed, Priyanka will accompany Nick to his concert at VillaMix festival.

Things seem to be moving fast between the couple. Nick seems to have made things Insta-official, when he shared a video of Priyanka walking towards him and laughing on his Instagram story. He captioned it "Her" along with a heart eyes emoji.

Earlier this month, Nick took Priyanka as his date to his cousin's wedding, where she met and bonded with the entire Jonas clan.

Buzz has it that Nick is absolutely head over heels in love with Priyanka and has even asked her to move in with him.

The lovebirds first set tongues wagging when they arrived at last year's Met Gala together, both dressed in Ralph Lauren creations

Sanju Baba’s Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3 Trailer Is Crowd-Pleasing

After a sequel in 2013 - Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster Returns starring Irrfan Khan, the Saheb Biwi franchise’s next instalment Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3 bears Sanjay Dutt at the heart of the affairs. Watch Sanju Baba turning on his gangsta mode in the trailer.

Sanju is set to don the avatar of a khalanayak for this out and out Baba show. The trailer is populated with familiar elements - guns, sleaze, action, the biwi, the seductress, the gangster and more.

Starring Sanjay Dutt and featuring Jimmy Shergill, Mahie Gill and Chitrangada Singh, Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3 is directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia. Kabir Bedi, Nafisa Ali and Deepak Tijori will appear in pivotal roles. The film is set to release on 27 July.

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'Masaan' actor Shweta Tripathi gets married to Chaitnya Sharma

Masaan actor Shweta Tripathi has tied the knot with her longtime boyfriend rapper Chaitnya Sharma in a private ceremony in Goa.

The couple got married in a traditional ceremony on Friday at a resort and it was attended by their close relatives and friends.

“We walked 7 circles around a fire with our closest people around to make sure heaven keeps us together for the rest of our lives. It doesn’t get better than this!” the couple said in a statement.

Shweta (32) will be next seen web-series, Mirzapur, and the film Cargo, while Chaitnya will star in Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy alongside Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt.

Sophie Choudry on Lakme Fashion Week 2018: We found girls who broke the clutter and stood out

It will be a dream come true for six aspiring models when they walk for the first time at Winter/Festive 2018 edition of Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) 2018 August 22-26 at the St. Regis hotel here. LFW held the model hunt for the upcoming season on Thursday and a special panel of industry experts chose the six winners, a statement said.

The models are Priti Jana from Kolkata; Rewati Chetri from Assam; Dechka Asthakumar from Bengaluru; Mariana Falaschi from Italy; Sharvi Bhujbal from Mumbai and Rishita Koruturu from Hyderabad.

They were chosen from over 100 aspirants by a jury that included experts from the Indian fashion industry such as singer and actress Sophie Choudry; ace fashion designer Shane Peacock; fashion choreographer and show director Anu Ahuja; Vice President and Head – Fashion, IMG Reliance – Jaspreet Chandok and Head of Innovations, Lakmé – Ashwath Swaminathan.

“We saw an extremely diverse and eclectic mix of girls – of different shapes and sizes from every corner of the country. What was most important for me was a fresh face, personality and confidence on the ramp.  ALSO READ: Taimur Ali Khan accompanies mommy Kareena Kapoor Khan for Lakme Fashion Week 2018

“We found girls who broke the clutter and stood out. I can’t wait to see them walk the ramp this season,” said Sophie. Ashwath Swaminathan, Head of Innovations at Lakmé said that the turnout at model auditions was great and it was nice to see the enthusiasm in all contestants.

Jaspreet Chandok, Head of Fashion IMG Reliance added: “Each season, we choose fresh faces who have in the past gone on to walk national and international ramps. We hope that the girls selected today too receive the same opportunities and are able to build a flourishing career.”

The best beauty looks at Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta's pre-engagement bash

Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani's eldest son Akash Ambani is all set to marry his fiance, Shloka Mehta this year! The couple hosted a pre-engagement bash at their Ambani residence Antilia in Mumbai. Last night, the couple got engaged in a traditional ceremony and celebrated with their friends and family. And as expected, the bash was a starry affair. The stars were dressed to the nines and their beauty looks were totally on point!

So, if you're looking for some make-up inspiration for Indian festivities, take a look at these looks. From Priyanka Chopra's matte lip colour to Alia Bhatt's soft glam look, we saw the best make-up looks at Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta's pre-engagement bash:

When it came to PeeCee, she wore an eye-catching red sari by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. Her make-up and hair totally complemented this look. It was about a red lip colour(extra points for the matte texture), soft smokey eyes and tousled waves.

Looking refreshing as ever, Alia knows how to balance her look. With that Manish Malhotra sari, she went for a soft make-up look with a light pink lip colour, strong brows and kohl-rimmed eyes. Also, not to miss her gajra-adorned bun.

The mother of the groom, Nita was all glammed up by Bollywood's make-up artist, Mickey Contractor. The artist gave her golden smokey eyes with intense kajal and black liner. Her make-up was soft and glowing.

Money of Indians in Swiss banks rise 50% to over Rs 7,000 crore

Money parked by Indians in Swiss banks rose over 50 per cent to CHF (Swiss franc) 1.01 billion (Rs 7,000 crore) in 2017, reversing a three-year downward trend amid India's clampdown on suspected black money stashed there.

In comparison, the total funds held by all foreign clients of Swiss banks rose about 3 per cent to CHF 1.46 trillion or about Rs 100 lakh crore in 2017, according to the official annual data released today by Swiss National Bank (SNB), the central banking authority of the Alpine nation.

The surge in Indian money held with Swiss banks comes as a surprise given India's continuing clampdown on suspected black money + stashed abroad, including in banks of Switzerland that used to be known for their famed secrecy walls for years.

The Indian money in Swiss banks had fallen by 45 per cent in 2016, marking their biggest ever yearly plunge, to CHF 676 million (about Rs 4,500 crore) — the lowest ever since the European nation began making the data public in 1987.

According to the SNB data, the total funds held by Indians directly with Swiss banks rose to 999 million Swiss franc (Rs 6,891 crore) in 2017, while the same held through fiduciaries or wealth managers increased to CHF 16.2 million (Rs 112 crore). These figures stood at CHF 664.8 million and CHF 11 million, respectively, at the end of 2016.

As per the latest data, the Indian money in Swiss banks included CHF 464 million (Rs 3,200 crore) in the form of customer deposits, CHF 152 million (Rs 1,050 crore) through other banks and CHF 383 million (Rs 2,640 crore) as 'other liabilities' such as securities at the end of 2017.

The funds under all three heads have risen sharply, as against a huge plunge across all categories in the previous year, the SNB data showed.

Ranbir Kapoor says Alia Bhatt is a potential great of all time, a mighty force

Ranbir Kapoor’s Sanju is just a few days away from release and the actor is going all out to promote the Sanjay Dutt biopic. In the course of interviews, he is often asked about his personal life, with Alia Bhatt being a name repeated over and over again. Ranbir and Alia started dating while working with each other in Brahmastra and Ranbir also accepted as much in earlier interviews.

Ranbir is also in awe of his girlfriend’s talent. Speaking to Telegraph, he described the experience of working with Alia in the Ayan Mukerji supernatural fantasy, “She’s a mighty force. At that age, the kind of films she’s done. Just a few days back, I was doing a scene with them and it was such a rare opportunity for me as an actor to see these two different kinds of actors — Amitabh Bachchan, the greatest of all, and Alia Bhatt, the potential great of all time. Words fall short to understand where her experience has come from, how she’s so spontaneous and colourful. I see that she’s extremely disciplined, but extremely blessed and talented also.”

While earlier Ranbir said his relationship with Alia was “really new right now”. “I don’t want to over speak. It needs time to breathe and it needs space. As an actor, as a person, Alia is – what’s the right word? – flowing right now. When I see her work, when I see her act, even in life, what she gives is something that I’m aspiring to for myself. It’s new for us, so let it cook a bit,” he had said. Revealing why he decided to come out and talk about the woman in his life, the 35-year-old actor told the daily, “I only talk when I’m promoting a film. But if I’m in a relationship at that point and someone asks me, of course I’ll address it. Sometimes, you and your partner decide not to talk about it and sometimes you’re okay because there’s nothing to be shy about or hide. Of course, we don’t want to make a mockery of it and make it a reality show, but just to put things in perspective and that this is happening —respect my privacy and respect the fact that I’m sharing this with you.”

He also said it is about giving the relationship dignity and respect. “It comes from a place of just giving the relationship some dignity and respect. I have been privy to a lot of stupid gossip and conjecture and sometimes it causes a lot of misunderstandings, not just between the people involved, but also with your fans and the kind of perception people might have of you. It used to bother me before but I’ve realised it’s all part and parcel of show business. If people are interested in my life they’ll write about it, and if I’m not speaking about it, they’ll write even more, some of it true and some of it untrue,” Ranbir said.

Did Priyanka Chopra inspire Parineeti Chopra’s white pantsuit look?

Parineeti Chopra, of late has been experimenting a lot with her fashion choices. While some looks were impressive, others failed to leave a mark. However, her latest appearance in a white pantsuit from Zara is something we would definitely want to try out. Styled by Sanjana Batra, the outfit was teamed with a black bustier.

Her hair was slicked back into near perfection and a combo of smokey eyes and nude lips rounded out her look. She complemented it with strappy heels and a statement golden clutch.

Chopra who is busy with the shoot of her upcoming film, Namaste England shared pictures of the same and wrote, “Tried something new!” And while we really like her look, one cannot help but draw comparison to the time her cousin and Bollywood superstar Priyanka Chopra had donned a similar ensemble.

At the 2018 Pre-Grammy Gala held earlier this year, the Quantico actor impressed the fashion critics with her Ester Abner outfit. At the red carpet the actor was seen wearing a white satin pantsuit. It had fringe detailing at the hem of her blazer and the sleeves.

Mumbai rains: Residents trapped after wall of Antop Hill high rise building collapses

Several residents are feared trapped in a high rise building in Antop Hill area of Mumbai after a wall on its under-construction premises collapsed. The incident occurred at Lloyds Estate after heavy rains battered the city over the weekend. Fire brigade has sprung into action and officials are on the site to evacuate all personnel.

As the Mumbai rains battered the city over the weekend, a major structural failure occurred on Monday morning as a road on the premises of a high rise building caved in. The incident happened at Lloyds Estate C Wing and D Wing, Antop Hill near Vidya Lankar College, Wadala East. Fire brigade has been mobilised and officials and trucks reached the site as a lot of residents are suspected to be trapped inside. At least 15-20 cars are also seen trapped in and around the rubble.

The residents who are trapped inside the high rise can’t come out and an operation to vacate the premises has been initiated by the authorities. According to latest reports from ANI, it was reported that seven cars were damaged after a wall of the under construction building crumbled in the morning on Monday after rains battered the structure.

Rafael Nadal explains why he has not become a father yet

Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray got all married and have more than a baby. Rafael Nadal is not a husband nor a father, but he has been involved in a long romantic relationship with his girlfriend Maria Francisca Perello for 12 years.

Maria currently works and Nadal is focused on tennis. 'I keep my commitment with tennis and my happiness', Nadal told Marca. 'I enjoy both in tennis and outside it. I have a girlfriend too and I am not alone to take decisions.

You have to suit situations. Having family? I don't know, things are not easy to be predicted. At this age, I thought that I would have already been a former player and that I would have started a family', said Nadal, adding that he may think about becoming a father when he really retires from tennis.

Once, he said he would like to have up to three children. Asked how he sees himself within ten years, Nadal replied: 'As a young guy, I thought that at 30 I would already have retired and instead I am still here. The only thing I know is that I will have a family.

India Retaliates With Higher Import Duties On US Farm, Steel Products

India increased duties on a slew of farm products, steel and iron imported from the United States, a government notice said, joining the European Union and China in retaliatory action against President Donald Trump's tariff hikes on steel and aluminum.

The move came a day after the EU's decision to charge higher import duties on a range of US products.

In tariff rates issued late on Wednesday, the commerce ministry named some varieties of apples, almonds, chickpeas, lentils, walnuts and artemia that would carry higDher import taxes. Most of these are purchased from the United States.

India also raised duties on some grades of iron and steel products. Last month, India launched a complaint at the World Trade Organisation against the United States over the steel and aluminum duties after it failed to win an exemption.

A list of products to the WTO that it said could incur higher tariffs was also given.

An official from the steel ministry said at the time that the new tariffs were intended to show displeasure at the US action. Some of the new rates will take effect immediately while the others would go into force on August 4.

Rising trade tensions between the United States and some major economies have threatened to derail global growth.

China on Thursday warned that the interests of US workers and farmers will be hurt by Washington's intent to impose higher tariffs on some imported products.

International Yoga Day Rajasthan records biggest yoga gathering

June 21 is being observed as International Yoga Day every year, after the United Nations accepted India's proposal in 2014.

This year, the national event was held at Dehradun’s Forest Research Institute with the participation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Mr. Modi highlighted the importance of yoga, a gift from India to the world. ''Yoga has the perfect solution to the problems we face, either as individuals or in society. Yoga is beautiful because it is ancient yet modern," he said.

Events were organised across the country, including Rajpath, where as many as 15,000 people took part in a mass yoga session headed by Union Minister Harsh Vardhan.

Rajasthan created a world record bringing over a lakh of people together at a yoga session to mark the International Day of Yoga.

Two representatives from Guinness World Records, watched as yoga guru Ramdev put the gathering, which included Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, through a series of 'asanas'. The organisation then handed over a certificate to Ms. Raje and Mr. Ramdev, saying it had been the largest gathering worldwide of people performing yoga.

The largest yoga lesson was achieved by the Government of Rajasthan, Patanjali Yogpeeth and District Administration at Kota, Rajasthan, India, on 21 June 2018, it said.

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev and Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje receive the Guinness World Record certificate for the lalrgest yoga session on the International Day of Yoga at Kota in Rajasthan on June 21, 2018.
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev and Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje receive the Guinness World Record certificate for the lalrgest yoga session on the International Day of Yoga at Kota in Rajasthan on June 21, 2018.   | Photo Credit: PTI

Cameras set up at the site and on drones determined that 1.05 lakh people performed the 'asanas', beating the previous record of 55, 524 people in Mysuru in 2017.

The yoga camp started at 5 a.m. and the 15 exercises that were part of the protocol for setting a record were performed from 6.30 a.m. to 7 a.m.

Ms. Raje announced plans to set up a yoga centre with an ‘acharya’ to coach people at each district headquarters.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar did not participate in the International Yoga Day event, which was inaugurated by Governor Satya Pal Malik and attended by top BJP leaders, including Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad and Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi, setting tongues wagging whether things were alright in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

Both the JD(U) and the BJP, however, tried to downplay the issue.

The JD(U) said Mr. Kumar had been practising yoga daily, even before June 21 was declared as the International Day of Yoga by the United Nations in 2015, adding that “it would be wrong to attach any political meaning to personal decisions.“

New lovebirds Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor have decided to get married?

The ‘Brahmastra’ pair are not just into dating, but surely plan to take it to the next level in two year's time.
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s ‘Brahmastra’ releases next year.

And the best part is, there have been interesting developments in the relationship over the past few weeks.

It all started with the couple being snapped together a few times, following which rumours went on an overdrive.

This was followed by Alia gushing over Ranbir in her interviews, after which the two made it official by posing together at Sonam Kapoor’s wedding.

Ranbir confirming the news and Alia going out for dinner with his family were just the final stamps of approval on the relationship.

And now a latest report claims that the couple isn’t just into dating, but are surely planning to take it to the next level.

The pair has decided to get married and 2020 will most likely be the year they will tie the knot, according to BollywoodLife.

“Alia is in a great phase of her life right now. She is in love and they both are sure of each other. Marriage is certainly on the cards but it won’t happen before 2020,” a source told the portal.

Well, if it happens, Alia will be just 27 then, being the youngest A-list actress in the past few years to get married.

And Ranbir, after his much public relationships and break-ups with Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif, will finally rid himself of his Casanova image.

The duo have an impressive line-up of films, Ranbir with ‘Sanju’, ‘Shamshera’ and Luv Ranjan’s next, while Alia has ‘Gully Boy’ and ‘Kalank’.

Also read: ‘Stop spoiling Ranbir, don’t make him like you’: When Rishi Kapoor fumed at Sanjay

And with ‘Brahmastra’ being their combined effort, the couple surely have a lot going for them on both professional and personal fronts.

World Cup manager becomes meme after sublime fist pumping gif

Prince Harry running off mid-interview. Daniel Radcliffe holding a gun in each hand while shooting his new movie. That woman who looked super stunned when she saw Beyoncé.

Well, forget all those people, because there's a new meme in town. And the subject of this one comes complete with a super cool demeanour and what may be the greatest soccer celebration of all time:

 The man in that clip if Aliou Cissé, manager of Senegal's World Cup team. On Tuesday they took on Poland in their first group match, and ended up winning 2-1.

Let's go in for that all-important close-up.

It's also worth noting, since Senegal won their opening game, there's a decent chance Cissé will be getting a fair bit more screen time over the coming days/weeks.

And he's clearly not a one-meme wonder...

Why BJP pulled the plug in Jammu and Kashmir

Both PDP and BJP were looking for an exit to shore up credentials among respective constituencies. BJP moved pre-emptively to seize political high ground.

Gulf between the partners had widened. Disagreements rose over security strategy after Burhan Wani’s killing. PDP wanted a softer approach towards stone-pelters + and militants, mindful of massive resentment in Valley.

Mehbooba Mufti’s moves mollifying her supporters in the Valley by raising the ante on Kathua gang rape and Army/security forces’ operations further annoyed BJP’s constituency.

BJP went along with PDP’s demand for a ceasefire during Ramzan + . This was not reciprocated by Pakistan-backed terror groups or separatists, and dented BJP’s image nationally.

The ‘pre-emptive’ strike against Mehbooba Mufti is aimed at repairing the damage. BJP was keen to pull out earlier but waited until Tuesday so that state elections don’t have to be held before 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

The killing of journalist Shujaat Bukhari + provided the impetus for Centre to take control. BJP will revive its hardline nationalist theme, starting with S P Mookerjee’s death anniversary on June 23.

Here are all the details for the 2018 UFC Hall of Fame induction ceremony

The details are set for the 2018 UFC Hall of Fame induction ceremony, which takes place next month in Las Vegas.

Four MMA notables are set for induction, and a fight with two MMA legends will be honored, as well.

The induction ceremony takes place July 5 at 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. PT local time) at The Pearl at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, and it streams on UFC Fight Pass. It’s part of the seventh annual UFC International Fight Week.

Tickets, which cost $20 (all proceeds benefit the Three Square Foodbank, southern Nevada’s largest hunger-relief organization), are now on sale.

Perhaps the most popular 2018 inductee is former longtime UFC women’s bantamweight champion, Olympic bronze-medal judoka, and current WWE performer Ronda Rousey. She’s the latest announced inductee and joins the “Modern” wing.

Bruce Connal (Contributor): Pioneering television producer who led the production of more than 300 UFC televised events during his 19-year tenure with UFC.
Art Davie (Contributor): UFC creator and co-founder who partnered with legendary Brazilian jiu-jitsu master Rorian Gracie on a project that was eventually rebranded the UFC.
Matt Serra (Pioneer): Former UFC welterweight champion and “The Ultimate Fighter 4” winner.
Additionally, a UFC 193 bout that saw Dan Henderson top Mauricio Rua via unanimous decision is being honored in the “Fight” wing of the hall. The bout appeared on many “Fight of the Year” lists.

Pioneer: Mark Coleman, Randy Couture, Don Frye, Royce Gracie, Matt Hughes, Chuck Liddell, Pat Miletich, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Tito Ortiz, Bas Rutten, Kazushi Sakuraba, Dan Severn, Ken Shamrock and Maurice Smith

Contributors: Jeff Blatnick, Charles “Mark” Lewis Jr., Bob Meyrowitz, Joe Silva
Fights: Mark Coleman vs. Pete Williams (UFC 17), Forrest Griffin vs. Stephan Bonnar (TUF 1 Finale), Matt Hughes vs. Frank Trigg II (UFC 52)
For more on the UFC’s upcoming schedule, check out the UFC Rumors section of the site.

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli’s video may have divided the internet but Bollywood stands in support

Virat Kohli’s video of wife Anushka Sharma scolding a man for littering on a street may have divided the internet but Bollywood still thinks it deserves praise. Stars like Ranveer Singh, Karan Johar, Dia Mirza and more have commented in support of the celebrity couple on social media.

Ranveer called Anushka a ‘legend’ in a comment on the video posted by Virat on Instagram. Karan tweeted, “This is the order of the day! Well done @anushkasharma.”

Dia, singer Badshah used emojis to show appreciation and actor Suniel Shetty wrote ‘way to go,’ in the comments. Even English cricketer Kevin Pietersen commented, “BOOM. Outstanding. That’s how to be a role model. Well done you two.”


Union minister Kiren Rijiju also tweeted in support of Virat and Anushka. “C’mon, Virat & Anushka need publicity!! They would rather crave for privacy!! Our conduct reflects our mentality. Civic sense is social ethics and ethical behaviour doesn’t come with wealth & education. Let’s keep India clean,” said Rijiju.

In the video, Anushka pulls up a man, who later identified himself as Arhhan Singh on social media, for littering on the road. In the 17-second clip, she is seen scolding him for throwing plastic on the street. Virat recorded the entire episode and later shared it on Instagram and Twitter.

Virat wrote, “Saw these people throwing garbage on the road & pulled them up rightfully. Travelling in a luxury car and brains gone for a toss. These people will keep our country clean? Yeah right! If you see something wrong happening like this, do the same & spread awareness. @AnushkaSharma.”

The man and his mother also retaliated on social media saying that Anushka should have been polite and that the man now faces threat to his life as his face was shown in the video.

People on social media are divided between praising the couple for their good deed and chiding them for sabotaging the man’s privacy. “Why are you recording your wife’s heroics and publishing it in social media??.. is this the first time you saw someone threw a plastic cover from a car?? If your intention was to advice him, first be friendly instead of being bossy.. this kinda attention seeking is so cheap,” a Twitter user wrote. “Absolutely she did the right thing, but what’s the need to show the man’s face, not everyone is used to the attention, and he is the subject for his friends and colleagues to make fun of like ‘ tu to wahi hai jissey anushka ne daata tha’ . There are humble ways to teach,” wrote another.

Soorma song Ishq Di Baajiyaan has Diljit Dosanjh singing Gulzar’s words and it’s pure magic

Actor Diljit Dosanjh, who is essaying the role of hockey player Sandeep Singh in biopic Soorma, has lent his voice for a song in the film. A romantic track, the song will make you fall in love with the Punjabi actor-singer again.

Titled Ishq Di Baajiyaan, it showcases the chemistry between Diljit and Taapsee as they play hockey together. Gulzar has penned the lyrics while Shankar Ehsaan Loy has composed the music in the film. The lyrics are sweet and innocent, just like Diljit’s expressions with Taapsee taking the lead in the relationship.

Speaking about the song, Diljit said in a press statement, “I am really thankful to Shaad Ali for this opportunity to sing in this film. I recently did a show with Shankar ji and I used to hear a lot his songs that he has composed in the past. Through this film, meeting Gulzar sahab was a great thing for me because I never had any contacts to get through him. To sing a song which is written by Gulzar and music of Shankar Ehsaan Loy is a big thing for me.”

Sharing the song, Diljit tweeted, “#IshqDiBaajiyaan Lao Romantic Feelingaan.. Kion Ke Sandeep Bhaji Hamare Baut Romantic Hain And Haan Feelings Mai Like & Share Karna Mat Bhool Jana Although Gana Poora Rakhna Chaiye Thaa @sonymusicindia Mazaa Aney Lagta Hai Khatam Ho Jata Hai.”

Earlier, at the trailer launch, Gulzar had said, “When Shaad made me hear the story of the first time my heart became heavy after listening to it. I told Shaad that i will listen to your script later but the real story which you told me was very emotional. I feel there is not just one Soorma but everyone whoever has worked on this project is a Soorma.” He further added, “ I have worked with Shaad on all his projects and I’ve learned the changing cinematic language with all his projects and his spontaneity keeps the story alive”.

Ranbir Kapoor hopes to get married soon, hear hear Alia Bhatt

After revealing about his relationship with his co-star Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor now hopes that his wedding is not too far away in the future. In a recent Twitter chat to promote his upcoming film Sanju, Ranbir was asked when he plans to tie the knot and the actor said, “Soon hopefully! :)”

Speaking about his relationship with his Brahmastra co-star Alia, Ranbir had earlier said, “It’s too new. Let it cook for some time.” The two also made multiple appearances together, including at the wedding reception of Sonam Kapoor Ahuja and Anand Ahuja.

Alia Bhatt also opened up about relationships and marriage in a recent interview with HT, where she said, “Right now, I am not thinking about getting married. But honestly, I am not someone who thinks about these things. I just go ahead and do them. It could be a very random thing since I consider myself a random person. So, I may make these decisions also at random.”

She had added, “I am not someone who plans out my life thinking, ‘Well, that’s how it should be done.’ I feel the best things in life should happen when they are least expected. Maybe, people expect me to get married at 30, but I might surprise myself as well and get married before that.”

Arvind Kejriwal softens stand, assures safety of IAS officers

Softening his stand in the face-off with LG which entered its seventh day on Sunday, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said that “IAS officers are part of his family” and gave a public assurance of safety to bureaucrats in meetings with ministers while urging them to stop the boycott of the AAP government and return to work.
A senior IAS officer in Delhi government said the appeal would be discussed among the bureaucrats before a decision is taken.

The development came as a surprise as Kejriwal has been unrelenting in his demands that the LG direct the IAS officers to end the “strike” and take punitive action against the bureaucrats who have been boycotting the Delhi government for the last four months.

The uncertainty over the ending of the CM-LG face-off, + however, continues because neither Kejriwal has said that he will end his dharna nor the bureaucrats have given any hints of accepting the appeal and stopping the boycott of routine meetings.

In his appeal, Kejriwal said he will ensure the safety and security of officers with all the powers and resources available at his command. “It is my duty. I have given similar assurances earlier also to many officers who have been meeting me privately. I reiterate it today,” he said in the appeal which is likely to be considered by the IAS officers on Monday.

The appeal came hours after five IAS officers held a press conference + at the Press Club of India where they rebutted the claim of the Aam Aadmi Party that the officers are on a strike and said that the work is going on smoothly in all the departments. The bureaucrats, however, added that they are avoiding routine meetings which they feel would be “unsafe” for them.

The IAS officers claimed that an atmosphere of threat has enveloped the bureaucracy after the alleged assault on Delhi chief secretary Anshu Prakash at Kejriwal's residence in February.

Gal Gadot Gives Followers First Look At New 'Wonder Woman' Movie

It's already been an exciting week for Wonder Woman fans, with a not-so-subtle hint from director Patty Jenkins that Steve Trevor (Chris Pine) will be re-joining the action in Wonder Woman 1984.

And now things are hotting up even further, as leading lady Gal Gadot revealed what appears to be a glimpse of her fresh costume for the upcoming 2019 sequel.

Granted, it looks pretty similar to the previous movie's costume, but given the somewhat confusing Hollywood habit of reimagining superheroes' get-ups with every consecutive film, we're quite glad that Wonder Woman 1984 appears to be bucking the trend.

Details about the sequel are still unclear, but there have been a few clues revealed by the cast and crew.

In an interview with Variety's Playback podcast, Jenkins said the second film will feature another 'great love story'.

"I did very much thematically want to get to love - because that's what she stands for - and the complexity of what we're facing," she said of the first film.

"These were big themes, like [Wonder Woman] stands for love and truth, which is particularly important right now."

She went on to add: "it's got great fun from the start and great big superhero presence from the start, and is funny and a great love story again, and a couple new unbelievable characters who I'm so excited about, who are very different than were in the last movie."

Confirming the new on Twitter earlier this year, Jenkins wrote: "So excited to confirm the most thrilling news. Yes! It's true. So incredibly lucky to welcome the sensationally talented Kristen Wiig to our Wonder Woman family. Can't wait to finally work with one of my favorites. And SO excited by what we have planned."

There are also rumours that Game of Thrones actor Pedro Pascal will play a key role in the Wonder Woman sequel.

The star is known for playing Oberyn Martell in the HBO series, but exactly what he'll be doing in Wonder Woman 1984 remains unclear.

Unfortunately, it looks like we're going to have quite a wait before we find out anything else, with the film not set to hit screens until the back end of 2019.

We won't know for sure until then whether the new movie will be able to surpass the initial Wonder Woman, which smashed a long list of box-office records, becoming one of the most successful superhero movies of all time.

Shah Rukh Khan celebrates Eid away from home in Orlando

While the entire nation is celebrating the auspicious festival of Eid, Bollywood’s Baadshah is away from home, shooting for his upcoming film. However, that hasn’t stopped the superstar from celebrating the festival.

Shah Rukh is busy celebrating Eid with people in Orlando where he is currently shooting for his upcoming Anand L Rai film ‘Zero’. From the picture we got our hands on from the internet, we can see the ‘Fan’ star dressed in a black traditional attire with a cap on his head, posing with people around him.

Every year, Shah Rukh waves from the balcony of his residence to his fans on the occasion of Eid. However, this time the shooting of his film kept the superstar away from his home and his fans.
The actor recently released a teaser of the film also featuring Salman Khan, as a treat to his fans. Sharing the teaser, SRK tweeted, “Yeh lo..yeh lo aanandlrai ki taraf se...Iss baar Eid Ka Meetha bahut Tez hai. To everyone from me and the whole team of Zero...Eid Mubarak. Love u all & hope u like it. ZeroCelebratesEid

Social media divided as Virat Kohli films Anushka Sharma call out man for littering

A man in Mumbai got an unexpected lesson on keeping streets clean when actor Anushka Sharma called him out for littering the road from his car.

The incident, which was filmed and uploaded on Twitter by Anushka's husband and cricketer Virat Kohli on Saturday, garnered divisive reaction from social media users.

In the tweet, Virat wrote, "“Saw these people throwing garbage on the road & pulled them up rightfully. Travelling in a luxury car and brains gone for a toss. These people will keep our country clean? Yeah right! If you see something wrong happening like this, do the same & spread awareness."  The message was tweeted along with a video in which actor Anushka Sharma can be seen calling out two men in a luxury car.

"Why are you throwing garbage on the road?" Anushka was heard asking in the video. The man, visibly taken aback by the sudden encounter, did not reply. "Please be careful, you can't just throw plastic around on the streets," she added

The video however received a mixed reaction from social media users. While many users came out in support of the 29-year-old cricketer, there was plenty of backlash, especially for posting the video without blurring the identity of the man. 

'Race 3 ' box-office collection Day 2: Salman Khan's Eid release mints Rs 63.75 crore

Salman Khan's 'Race 3', which started setting trends even before its release, finally hit the screens on Eid, this Friday.

Despite opening to mixed reviews, the film has managed to work its magic on Salman Khan loyalists and is likely to maintain a strong dominance over the week. The massive promotions, combined with the excitement for a Salman Khan Eid release, seem to have massively favoured the film’s business.
According to reports on Boxofficeindia.com, the thriller had an excellent second day of more than Rs 36 crore which took its two day total to Rs 63.75 crore.

'Race 3' directed by Remo D'Souza boasts of an ensemble cast including Salman, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez, Daisy Shah and Saqib Saleem in pivotal roles.
If reports are anything to go by, Khan slashed down the promotional budget of ‘Race 3’ and plans to offer the same to charity.

The 'Race 3' team, including Anil Kapoor and Saqib Saleem, also visited the Dr. E Borges Home which is a home for cancer patients from outside Mumbai who get free treatment from Tata memorial.
Meanwhile, Saqib also accompanied Daisy to a center for women with mental health issues in Chennai. On the other hand, Bobby Deol and Jacqueline Fernandez visited the NAB lions home for the elderly blind as a part of their special initiative.
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Police, doctor differ on cause of death of civilian post Eid celebrations

Doctors said Sheeraz Ahmed had been hit by pump action gun bullets in his neck and chest.

Doctors and the police differed on the cause of death of a youth in violence after Eid prayers in Anantnag in South Kashmir on Saturday. The police claimed 20-year-old Sheeraz Ahmed was killed when a grenade exploded in his hand, but doctors said he had been hit by pump action gun bullets in the neck and chest, The Indian Express reported.

Nearly two dozen people were injured in violence after Eid prayers in several parts of Kashmir on Saturday. Clashes between protestors and security forces were reported in Shopian, Srinagar, Pulwama, Sopore and Kupwara.

Protests broke out after Eid prayers at Ashajipora in Anantnag. Protesting youth allegedly threw stones at security forces. The police used tear gas shells and pellet guns to disperse the crowd, reported the Hindustan Times. Ahmed was killed during the clashes.

“Most of the youths [who were brought to the hospital] had pellet injuries,” Anantnag District Hospital medical superintendent Dr Majeed Mehrab told The Indian Express. He said 23 youths other than Ahmed, and some policemen, were brought to hospital with injuries. Nine people were taken to Shri Maharaja Hasi Singh Hospital in Srinagar by 1 pm, according to Greater Kashmir.

Dr Saleem Tak of the Srinagar hospital said that 12 people from various parts of the Kashmir Valley were admitted on Saturday. “All of them have been hit by pellets,” he said. “Seven of them have been hit in their eyes.”

In Shopian, seven protestors were injured in similar clashes between security forces and civilians.One person was injured in clashes in Safakadal area of Srinagar soon after the prayers, PTI reported, quoting a police official.

Deepika Padukone is going all out to express her fondness for Padmavat actor Ranveer Singh

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have been giving couple goals for many years now but the two never really admitted or owned their relationship in public. But lately, Deepika and Ranveer have been sharing their feelings for each other on social media. Recently, Ranveer dropped an uber hot picture in which he has his shirt unbuttoned. Showing off his chiseled body, the image received many reactions from the industry, even from Deepika.

The actor, who has romanced Ranveer in Bajirao Mastani and Ram-Leela, clearly stated that Ranveer is taken. She wrote “mine” on the picture with lovestruck emojis. Well, if that is not proof enough about their bond, then what is?

During the promotions of Padmavat, Ranveer said his Padmaavat co-star Deepika helped him become a “well-rounded human being” and that he is “blessed to have her in my life”.

deepika comment on ranveer singh photo Deepika Padukone’s comment on Ranveer Singh’s picture has got most likes.
While their alleged love story has always been a thing of interest for their fans, there have often been rumours about their break-up or marriage but the two have remained unfazed about all the speculations.

On the work front, Deepika Padukone will soon start shooting for her next film with Vishal Bharadwaj. On the other hand, Ranveer Singh has a couple of projects in his kitty. The actor would be seen in Rohit Shetty’s cop-drama Simmba with Sara Ali Khan. He will be playing the lead in Kapil Dev’s biopic which will be directed by Kabir Khan. Ranveer will also entice the audience with his role of a rapper in Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy.

UFC fighters who have a beef with Colby Covington at present.

Colby Covington has pissed off many fighters on his way to the UFC welterweight title, he often had zero respects for his opponents and those he regarded as his haters.

His Trash talk and persona clearly brought more eyeballs to his fights and catalyzed his quest to bring the UFC welterweight title where it truly belongs. But the path he chose in getting closer to his dream often antagonized many inside and outside of the UFC roster.

Some of these 'haters and nerds' as he likes to call them, have even put up death threats against him. Some others, including some UFC fighters, have so much hate for him and his antics they want to fight him badly.

In some cases, the hate is so strong that these fighters may not need an octagon to teach him some manners. This list covers the top five fighters who have a beef with Colby Covington at present and the circumstances leading towards their 'Colby hate'.

Michael Bisping may have retired from competing, but the former UFC middleweight champ is still finding ways to make headlines in the sport. Bisping had a verbal altercation with newly crowned welterweight champ Colby Covington on live TV.

It was very clear that Covington wasn’t pleased with the tone of the longtime trash-talker Bisping used to interview him, and he made that obvious in his responses and even called out the British legend.

The MMA community was not impressed with the way Bisping handled the Colby Covington situation. But it was Colby who started the interview with insults and now everyone’s mad that a fighter responded by giving his honest thoughts.

People forgetting Micheal Bisping was a fighter till a few months back and he is clearly disappointed with the way Colby carries himself and it looks like he is contemplating a possible comeback to school Colby on some basic demeanor.

Former UFC fighter Brad Pickett comes out of retirement, signs with ACB

Just over a year after his final UFC fight, longtime bantamweight Brad Pickett is coming out of retirement.

MMA Fighting reported on Thursday that “One Punch” has signed with Absolut Championship Berkut (ACB), and will make his debut in London against fellow veteran Takeya Mizugaki. ACB 91 is set for August 11th at the Copper Box Arena.

The 39-year-old Pickett (25-14) has not competed since a knockout loss to Marlon Vera at UFC London in March 2017, after which he announced his retirement from the sport. He has lost six of his last seven, with a split decision over Francisco Rivera as his only win during that span. Pickett is known for being extremely entertaining to watch, regularly winning post-fight bonuses even dating back to his days in the WEC.

In an interview with MMA Fighting, Pickett explained his decision to fight again.

“It just kind of happened. I got an offer from ACB for their London card. It started off as a joke, you know, they were asking me if I wanted it. I think it must have planted a seed because all of a sudden I started to think, ‘Why wouldn’t I?’ The only reasons why I wouldn’t do it would be health related, but my health is completely fine.”

Pickett may have a multi-fight deal, but says that how many times he competes is up to him, and that “it’s going to depend on how I feel after my fight.”

He also said that while he doesn’t mind the paydays, money was not the reason for his return.

“It’s not for the money, but it certainly helps. It’s not like I was out begging for a fight and ACB did me a favor. I wasn’t even considering coming out of retirement but the deal I’ve been offered was too good to turn down.”

As for Pickett’s opponent, Mizugaki (22-13-2) recently snapped a four-fight losing run by beating Pietro Menga by decision at ACB 87 in Nottingham. The former WEC title challenger left the UFC after a TKO defeat to Eddie Wineland in December 2016.

Conor McGregor reveals how he really feels about UFC 223 bus attack

In April, McGregor stormed the event at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York with his friends looking for Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Moments after arriving on the scene, the mob discovered that Nurmagomedov was about to depart the venue on a bus and began attacking it.

An irate McGregor threw a dolly through one of the vehicle’s windows, injuring Michael Chiesa and Ray Borg in the process.

The former UFC lightweight champion was charged with three counts of assault and one count of criminal mischief, which he appeared in court yesterday afternoon to address.

Ireland’s first UFC belt holder’s legal team are currently working on a plea deal with the Brooklyn District Attorney and he’s due back in court on July 26.

Moments after the hearing, which lasted less than two minutes, McGregor addressed the awaiting media and gave a sincere apology for his latest misdemeanour.

"I understand the seriousness of this matter and I am hopeful that it gets resolved soon. Thank you.”

McGregor’s heartfelt apology came a few hours after UFC president Dana White revealed he’ll rendezvous with the Irishman next week.

”He and I are meeting on the 18th of this month,” White told TMZ.

Bigg Boss 11: Meet Haryana's Not So 'Common' Dancer Sapna Chaudhary

Bigg Boss certainly knows how to grab the maximum footage as it has only become bigger and more popular with its every season. The latest installment of the India’s most controversial reality TV show too has all sorts of ingredients to encash its makers’ efforts.

Like last year, this season also the Salman Khan-hosted show opened its door for celebrities and commoners when 11th season premiered last night on Colors. But little did the audience know that one of the commoners among them was not that common. Yes! We are talking about Sapna Chaudhary, who entered the house yesterday as a commoner. Her popularity in North India is as wide as that of a TV star, and you’ll get to know it when you will see her videos on YouTube.

Hailing from Haryana, Sapna is a stage performer, who entertains people with her jhatkas and thumkas. If someone has to really define Sapna in a few words—she is “Anaarkali of Haryana”, who earns her livelihood by simply performing for people on various Haryanvi numbers. Interestingly, unlike Bollywood, Sapna doesn’t require a set of background dancer or fancy attires to make her act a hit. She is too talented and confident of what she does. But not many people know this that this bold lady almost took her life when she consumed poison last year. She apparently attempted the suicide due to online harassment.

In our country, there are still so many who don’t approve of Sapna’s profession. When asked about the same on the show by superstar Salman, Sapna said, “There’s nothing wrong in it. It totally depends on how people perceive things.” Recalling the time when she attempted suicide, Sapna said, “A lot has been changed now. That time I used to get bothered a lot about what others talked about me but now I don’t care. I don’t even listen to them.”

Her attitude towards life surely makes Sapna a deserving contestant on the Bigg Boss this season. We hope she does well.

Bigg Boss’ Sapna Choudhary To Star In A Bollywood Film With Abhay Deol

Haryanvi dancer Sapna Choudhary may not have survived all the drama inside the Bigg Boss house but career-wise she is on a high. The YouTube star already has a Bollywood debut lined up with an item number in Journey of Bhangover. The movie is set to release this Friday, but before her big screen debut, here's a sneak-peek of the video.

Apart from showcasing her amazing dance moves on the big screen, the dancing star will also make her acting debut next year, with Bollywood heartthrob, Abhay Deol!

​​Dressed in her trademark salwaar kurta, Sapna was spotted on location yesterday with Abhay.

While not much is known about her debut, we do know that the film, Nanu Ki Jaanu, is based on a supernatural love story and Sapna will play an important role in the film. Abhay had shared the poster of the film on his Twitter account, back in September. Along with Abhay, the cast of the film includes Rajesh Sharma, Brijendra Kala, Manu Rishi and Manoj Pahwa. The movie is being directed by Faraz Haider.

This looks exciting! It will be fun to see Sapna and Abhay come together; add a dance number to it, and we are already booking our tickets!

Interestingly, Sapna was supposed to debut in the film Journey of Bhangover. The makers were keen to have her as a part of the star cast; however, because of Bigg Boss, she didn't have the time to dedicate to a full-fledged role. That's the reason she only has an item number performance in the film.

Given how certain people inside the Bigg Boss house termed her dance shows as something for "the masses and not the classes" (*cough* Puneesh Sharma and Bandgi Kalra *cough*), this Bollywood debut is certainly going to leave them shocked! More drama post Bigg Boss... YASS we are grabbing that tub of popcorn already!

World Cup France vs Australia Live Score: Goalless At Halftime, France Fail To Break Down Australia

France dominated the first half of their opening World Cup encounter against Australia but have failed to make a breakthrough against their stubborn opponents. Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappe have posed quite a few problems for the Australians but have been wasteful in the final third. Australia despite defending for large parts of the game had the best chance from a free-kick but were denied by a smart save from Hugo Lloris. France coach Didier Deschamps left Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud on the bench as teenager Mbappe led Les Bleus' front line in Kazan. Mbappe, one of 14 players in France's squad who have yet to feature in a major tournament, has been in great form for Paris Saint-Germain last season and started Saturday's Group C opener flanked by Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann and Ousmane Dembele of Barcelona. Deploying his preferred 4-3-3, 1998 World Cup winners Deschamps' midfield saw Manchester United's Paul Pogba alongside Corentin Tolisso of Bayern Munich and Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante.

(LIVE SCORE: France vs Australia)

China Slaps Additional Tariffs on $50 Billion Worth of US Goods

In a tit-for-tat action, China on Saturday imposed additional duties on $50 billion worth of American products, a day after US President Donald Trump slapped a stiff 25 per cent tariff on Chinese goods worth similar amount, triggering a full-fledged trade war between the world's two largest economies.

Trump on Friday accused China of intellectual property theft and unfair trade practices as he announced 25 per cent tariff on $50 billion worth of Chinese goods.

The Chinese government has decided to impose additional duties of 25 per cent on 659 items of US products worth about $50 billion, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

The government also unveiled a list of US products which will be subjected to additional tariffs, it said. Additional tariffs for 545 items worth about $34 billion including agricultural products, vehicles and aquatic products will be effective from July 6, 2018, a statement issued by China's Customs Tariffs commission said.

The implementation date for imposing additional tariffs on the remaining 114 items, covering chemical products, medical equipment and energy products will be announced later, it said.

The decision has been made in line with relevant stipulations of the Foreign Trade Law of China and the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Import and Export Duties, as well as the fundamental principles of international laws, the statement said.

On Friday, the US announced additional tariffs of 25 per cent on Chinese imports worth approximately $50 billion. From July 6, additional tariffs will be levied on some $34 billion worth of Chinese products. Meanwhile, the other $16 billion worth of Chinese products will undergo further review in a public notice and comment process.

"The US move violates the relevant rules of the World Trade Organization, goes against the consensus already reached in bilateral economic and trade consultations, seriously infringes upon the legitimate rights and interests of the Chinese side and undermines the interests of China and its people," the commission's statement said. "The Chinese side firmly opposes that," it said.

An official in charge of the Office of the Customs Tariff Commission said that the additional tariffs targeting Chinese goods, once imposed, would "substantially change" the trade conditions of these goods, and affect relevant producers and trade companies as well as the production and operation of the upstream and downstream industries.

The official said the Chinese action was taken in response to the emergent circumstances caused by the US violations of international obligations.
China has noticed the US statement which said Washington would continue to impose additional tariffs if China takes retaliatory measures. China reserves its rights to take corresponding measures, the unnamed official was quoted as saying in the report.

The moves to import tariffs came as the two countries held several rounds of talks following Trump's demand to slash bilateral trade deficit by $100 billion in a month followed by $200 billion to address the $375 billion deficit.

In mid-May, both sides announced a cease-fire after two rounds of trade negotiations. The two sides had said in a joint statement that China would "significantly increase" purchases of US agricultural and energy products to reduce the trade imbalance, a top Trump demand.

Ten days later, the White House abruptly said it would proceed with the tariffs. A further round of trade talks in Beijing earlier this month failed to yield any breakthroughs.

Miley Cyrus defends Selena Gomez from Italian designer Stefano Gabbana

Miley Cyrus has jumped to defend her friend Selena Gomez after one of  Dolce & Gabbana’s co-founders called her “ugly” in an Instagram comment.

Stefano Gabbana posted the insult on a picture of Gomez on The Catwalk Italia account, writing “è proprio brutta.” The Italian comment translates to “she’s so ugly” in English.

Miley Cyrus  commented on a picture of the pair hugging. The throwback photo was posted on the fan account MileyOfficially.  “Well what that dick head said (if it’s true) is fucking false and total bull shit,” Cyrus wrote. In a second comment she added  “She’s fine as fuck”.

Cyrus and Gomez maintained a distance from one another earlier in their careers, but have gradually become close friends. Explaining the so-called ‘feud’, Selena Gomez was dismissive. “We never feuded. We both liked the same guy when we were 16,” she told W.  It was just a Hilary Duff–Lindsay Lohan thing: ‘Oh, my God, we like the same boy! We are now completely settled in our own lives.”

The actor Jaime King – best known for her roles in Pearl Harbour and Sin City – also took to social media. Quoting a news story about Gabbana’s  comments, King said “they are ugly humans who cannot handle the beauty of S that radiates from her soul and her physical being.

Mansun’s classic ‘Attack Of The Grey Lantern’ at 21 – Paul Draper reveals all about each and every track

This is not the first time that Miley Cyrus has taken issue with Dolce & Gabbana. When her brother Braison Cyrus walked the catwalk for the luxury fashion house, the star was supportive of her sibling, but took issue with the brand’s political stance. “PS D&G, I STRONGLY disagree with your politics,” she said in the post.

Back in 2015, Domenico Dolce told Panorama Magazine that “we oppose gay adoptions. The only family is the traditional one … No chemical offsprings and rented uterus; Life has a natural flow, there are things that should not be changed.”

Stefano Gabbana responded calling the musician “Ignorant!!” in the comments section, adding “for your stupid comment never more work with him.”

“We are Italian and we don’t care about politics and mostly neither about the American one!” he later added on his own Instagram. “We make dresses and if you think about doing politics with a post it’s simply ignorant. We don’t need your posts or comments so next time please ignore us!!”

Race 3 movie review: It’s a mere showreel for Salman Khan fans

During one of the many forced fist fights in Race 3, Salman Khan is getting the better of his opponents when he is hit by a rod. He smirks, turns towards the camera and punches the enemy in face as if he is punishing the man for not recognising the Bhai of Bollywood. The camera doesn’t cut to the rod, which, I am sure, is broken in half by now. Such is Salman’s unparalleled rage and such is the vision of director Remo D’Souza.

Race 3 is everything film students are taught not to do, but then what do they know? From the first scene in which Anil Kapoor blows up a gang member with the help of a pen bomb to Salman coming to the rescue of his family in a base-jump suit, Race 3 unabashedly targets the fans. There isn’t any pretension of logical filmmaking or sound screenplay. It seems Race 3 categorically wants the non-Salman fans to mind their own business.

Shamsher Singh (Anil Kapoor), a runaway criminal from a village near Allahabad, has built an empire in Al-Shifa Island in the Middle East, which was bought by his elder brother for difficult days. Sikander alias Sikku (Salman Khan) is Shamsher’s stepson who runs his illegal arms’ business. Sanjana (Daisy Shah) and Suraj (Saqib Saleem) are Shamsher’s other kids. There is an intra-family rivalry going on among all of them for the control of business and assets. But they don’t know ‘iss khel ka asli Sikander kaun hai (who is the real boss of this game)’. You have seen the trailer, right?

Let’s get back to the race, I mean the story, which starts, speeds up and finishes with black SUVs, airborne fighters and a barrage of bullets.

Consider this example: Sanjana, the cool-headed MMA champ, and Suraj, a mostly screaming psychotic gangster who likes to break beer bottles on his own head, are trapped in the den of an adversary. Shamsher isn’t worried about his children because “Sikander tak message pahuch chukka hai (The message has reached Sikander).” You know what that means?

This means the killing of more than 10 dozen weapon-wielding trained bodyguards and a song thrown in between. The icing on the cake is Saqib’s reaction to his rescue, “What the hell bro!” Exactly, what the hell!

No wonder, Salman introduces himself as, “My name is Sikander, Sikander Singh.” He is James Bond with tonnes of extra confidence. Before I forget, he is Oxford-educated as well.

Dialogues in the film play on a different level altogether. Just when you thought nothing could surpass ‘My business is my business, none of your business,’ Daisy Shah comes up with another gem: ‘Isko dil nahi Dell khol ke dikhao (Don’t open your heart, switch on your Dell laptop)’.

Pakistan Taliban chief Mullah Fazlullah 'killed in drone attack'

The leader of Pakistan's Taliban armed group has been killed in neighbouring Afghanistan's Kunar province, the Afghan defence ministry said on Friday.

"I confirm that Mullah Fazlullah, leader of the Pakistani Taliban, has been killed in an joint air operation [with the US] in the border area of Marawera district of Kunar province," Mohammad Radmanish, spokesman for Afghan defence ministry, told Reuters news agency, adding the air attack was carried out at about 9am local time on Thursday.

In a separate statement to the Associated Press news agency, Radmanish said that two other armed fighters were killed alongside Fazlullah.

Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (known by the acronym TTP) acknowledged that its leader had been killed, according to Turkey's Anadolu Agency.

TTP accused the Afghan intelligence service NDS, which has long been suspected by Pakistan of harbouring Fazlullah, of providing information for the drone attack.

According to a statement attributed to US Forces-Afghanistan spokesman, Lt Col Martin O'Donnell, the US carried out a "counterterrorism strike" near the border region between Afghanistan and Pakistan targeting "a senior leader of a designated terrorist organisation."

The US statement did not say whether the attack had killed anyone and did not identify Fazlullah as the target.

O'Donnell said that the US and NATO "continue to adhere" to Afghanistan's ceasefire declaration with the Afghan Taliban.

But he said the the ceasefire "does not include US counterterrorism efforts" against other armed groups in the region.

In March, Fazlullah's son, Abdullah, was among 20 TTP armed fighters killed in a US drone attack also in Kunar.

Priyanka Chopra's bag is costlier than a small hatchback car

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas have been spotted together on a number of occasions recently, from attending a family wedding to a recent dinner date in New York City.

While we can't get enough of how cute and adorable they look together, the couple is yet to make an official announcement regarding their relationship status.

They were spotted at New York's Four Seasons on a dinner date recently.

Nick Jonas, 25, was his usual casual self in a black sports shirt and cargo pants.

The Quantico actress, 35, oozed glamour in powder blue satin couture. The plunging neckline and the ankle-length skirt flattered her enviable figure. Her dress cinched at her lithe waist and cut just above the ankle.

She draped a white blazer over her shoulder, and also donned a pair of cat-eye glasses.

She opted for a pair of strappy heels in black to complete her date-night look.

Priyanka carried a cement intrecciato wingtip city knot bag by Bottega Veneta that costs USD 6,820, which is roughly Rs 4.6 lakh.

The amount wll probably get you your first car.

A Renault Kwid - a small hatchback - for example, costs up to Rs 3.9 lakh, while a Tata Tiago costs around 3.56 lakh.

Dubai hotel cuts ties with Chef Atul Kochhar following tweet

A Dubai hotel has cut ties with celebrity chef Atul Kochhar following an inflammatory tweet that caused outrage on social media amid accusations of racism, bigotry and Islamophobia.
The Michelin-starred chef operated the award-winning Rang Mahal Indian restaurant at Dubai’s JW Marriott Marquis Hotel.

“Following the recent comments made by Chef Atul Kochhar, we have taken the decision to end our agreement with him for Rang Mahal. With the termination of our agreement, Chef Atul will no longer be associated with the restaurant,” Bill Keffer, general manager of JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai said in an emailed statement to Gulf News tabloid!.

“At the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai we pride ourselves on creating a culture of diversity and inclusion for our guests and associates across the hotel and our restaurants. We also remain committed to delivering the traditional culinary experience and high service standards that Rang Mahal is renowned for.”

On Tuesday, Kochhar issued a second apology 48 hours after his tweet to actress Priyanka Chopra.

In the statement issued on his Twitter timeline, Kochhar reached out to his “Muslims friends” and the “Islamic community and everyone I have offended”, calling his words “insensitive and wrong.”

Kochhar faced the wrath of social media users after he called out Chopra on Twitter, who had posted an apology of her own on her timeline for causing offense by a recent episode of her TV show Quantico that portrayed a Hindu nationalist group as terrorists.

In Kochhar’s now deleted tweet, the chef responded to Chopra’s mea culpa, stating: “It’s sad to see that you have not respected the sentiments of Hindus who have been terrorised by Islam over 2000 years. Shame on you.”

However, social media was not so forgiving, with many calling out the chef once again for his choice of words in his apology, with Twitter user Masarat Daud posting:  When I saw your tweet, I didn’t even notice 2000, I noticed dehumanizing bigotry… but your apology focused on 2000 Vs 1400 semantics,” tweeted Baba.

While Chopra has yet to put out a response to Kochhar’s remark, his latest apology has elicited mixed reactions on social media.

PM Narendra Modi posts video of his morning exercises, inspires others to take up fitness challenge

Less than a month after accepting Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli's fitness challenge, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday posted a video which shows him doing a number of exercises in the morning to 'refresh and rejuvenate' himself.

PM Modi, known to practice yoga regularly, is seen performing a number of asanas which appeared to vary in degrees of difficulty. Additionally, he also is seen practising breathing exercises which are known to improve the body's immunity - among several other benefits.

Most interestingly though, 67-year-old PM Modi can be seen walking on a track which he said was inspired by the five elements of nature. "Apart from Yoga, I walk on a track inspired by the Panchtatvas or 5 elements of nature - Prithvi, Jal, Agni, Vayu, Aakash. This is extremely refreshing and rejuvenating," he wrote in a message accompanying the video.

Here are moments from my morning exercises. Apart from Yoga, I walk on a track inspired by the Panchtatvas or 5 elements of nature - Prithvi, Jal, Agni, Vayu, Aakash. This is extremely refreshing and rejuvenating. I also practice
breathing exercises.

The video posted by PM Modi was him fulfilling his promise of showcasing his exercise regime. He had accepted the challenge thrown at him by Kohli who had also challenged his wife Anushka Sharma and fellow Team India cricketer MS Dhoni.

The government has been urging people at large to adopt a healthy lifestyle and do some form of exercise on a daily basis. Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore had initially challenged Kohli as part of  HumFitTohIndiaFit campaign. Since, many celebrities and public figures have posted photos and videos of them doing exercises - urging fellow citizens to become active as well.