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Raayan OTT release: When and where to watch Dhanush's 50th film in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada
Raayan, marking Dhanush's 50th film and second as director, debuted digitally on Amazon Prime Video after a successful theatrical release. Grossing over Rs 150 crore, it's the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2024. The film features a star-studded cast and music by AR Rahman, streaming in multiple languages to reach a broader audience.
Air India announced additional flights to Kolkata to cater to festive rush
Air India has announced additional flights to Kolkata from Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Mumbai during the Durga Puja season to meet rising travel demand. These flights are introduced to offer travelers more convenience and seamless connections via major hubs to various international destinations including the United States, Canada, UK, and Australia.
Air India announces more flights to Kolkata to handle Durga Puja rush
Air India will operate additional flights to Kolkata from Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi to meet the increased travel demand during Durga Puja. Starting from September 20, the services will enhance the frequency and convenience for travellers aiming to visit their loved ones during the festive season.
Raayan OTT release date revealed: Dhanush's box office hit to make digital debut this week. Check details
Dhanush's 50th film, Raayan, which has been a box office hit since its July release, will soon be available for streaming. The film, marking Dhanush's second directorial project, will debut on Amazon Prime Video on August 23, 2024. Viewers can watch it in Tamil, with dubbed versions in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. Raayan tells the gripping story of four siblings fleeing their village and features a strong cast, including SJ Suryah and Dushara Vijayan, with music by AR Rahman.
Bangladesh crisis crash-lands on Indian tourism
Political unrest in Bangladesh is causing a significant drop in inbound tourism to India. Bangladeshi travelers, who usually make up 23% of India’s inbound tourism—primarily for medical and shopping reasons—have seen a 90% decline in outbound travel due to recent turmoil. With flights disrupted and visa services limited, travel between the two countries has nearly halted. This decline, particularly affecting popular destinations like Kolkata and Northeast India, has led to a 40% drop in bookings from Bangladeshi visitors.
Mahesh Babu's 'Murari' 4K re-release breaks box office records
Mahesh Babu's 2001 film Murari has been re-released in 4K, drawing large crowds across regions. Highlighting its timeless appeal, a couple even chose to wed during a screening. The praised combination of supernatural and family drama, along with Mahesh Babu's performance, garnered extensive support from fans, pushing new standards for film re-releases.
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Raayan OTT release date: When and where to watch Dhanush's thriller? Check plot, cast
Dhanush’s thriller Raayan, which premiered in theaters on July 26, 2024, has become one of the year's top Tamil films. Following a successful box office run, the film is set for its OTT debut in September 2024. Reports indicate it will stream on SUN NXT and potentially on Prime Video. Raayan tells the gripping story of a hotel manager who faces betrayal and danger as he tries to protect his family.
Bangladeshi Hilsa may give Indian plates a miss
Facing political unrest, Bangladesh is unlikely to export Hilsa to India this year. Historically sent by Sheikh Hasina, these consignments are now halted, leading to higher prices. Imports from Myanmar and Odisha are already costly, affecting the availability of this delicacy.
Mahesh Babu’s 2001 blockbuster 'Murari' re-release smashes pre-sales records
The re-release of Mahesh Babu's 2001 blockbuster 'Murari' has generated significant excitement among fans as it prepares for a 4K resolution comeback. The film has already achieved Rs 50 lakhs in pre-sales by August 3. This iconic family drama continues to captivate audiences, with many eager to relive its magic.
Accused in Tripura Club Secretary murder case sent to 8-day police custody
Raju Barman, the main suspect in the murder of Tripura's Bharat Ratna Sangha Club Secretary Durga Prasanna Deb, also known as Vicky, has been remanded to eight days of police custody as of Friday. He was arrested in Assam's Guwahati and returned to Tripura on Thursday. The following day, he was presented before the Chief Judicial Magistrate in West Tripura, who mandated his custody until July 20 according to officials.
Radhika Merchant's Mameru look decoded: 'Durga Shlok' lehenga and mom's heirloom jewelry shine. Check Pics
Radhika Merchant kicked off her wedding festivities with the traditional mameru ceremony, held at Antilia. She dazzled in a custom Manish Malhotra lehenga, featuring intricate gold taar zardosi embroidery and a 'Durga Shloka' inscribed on the borders. Adding a sentimental touch, she wore her mother Shaila Merchant's jewelry, which included a gold choker, jhumkas, bangles, and a maang teeka. The mameru ceremony is a Gujarati tradition where the bride's maternal uncle presents her with gifts and blessings.
Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari urges Governor to deploy CAPF till Durga Puja in West Bengal
The Calcutta High Court on Friday allowed LoP) Suvendu Adhikari and alleged victims of post-poll violence to meet Governor CV Ananda Bose at Raj Bhavan, if granted permission by his office. On Thursday, Adhikari was not allowed to enter Raj Bhawan with the victims. HC wondered if the Governor was under house arrest that police did not allow the post-poll victims were not allowed to meet him.
Tripura: Community club official shot dead in Agartala; Police launch probe
According to the officials, the incident took place on Tuesday evening when a group of criminals fired from a close-range, killing Durga Prasanna Deb in the Shalbagan area.
How vote politics & welfare schemes of West Bengal are helping 'Asurs' reclaim their surname
Thanks to the poll politics and welfare schemes, the plight of these supposed descendents of a demon came to the forefront, and all political parties, including the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and BJP, left no stone unturned to woo this community. Over the past four years, numerous families residing in the neighborhoods of Alipurduar have been provided with new homes through the PMAY initiative. Many of these families, predominantly employed in tea plantations, have also been granted land by the Bengal government and financial aid through the Cha Sundari scheme.
Chaitra Navratri Durga Ashtami 2024: Wishes, quotes, messages, Whatsapp and Facebook status
Chaitra Durga Ashtami 2024, celebrated on April 16th, honors Goddess Maha Gauri, the eighth manifestation of Durga. Navratri, a sacred period for worshipping Durga, is marked with devotion, music, and dance. Ashtami Tithi begins on April 15th at 12:11 PM and ends on April 16th at 01:23 PM. Wishing for divine blessings, strength, prosperity, and joy, here are 20 heartfelt wishes for Navratri Ashtami, fostering spiritual upliftment and renewed hope.
Chaitra Durga Ashtami 2024: Date, shubh muhurat, significance, kanya puja vidhi, and more
Chaitra Durga Ashtami 2024 Shubh Muhurat: It's a vibrant festival celebrating Durga, the powerful goddess. People pray for blessings and well-being through rituals, offerings, and prayers. They show their deep respect for the divine feminine power of Durga and seek her guidance and protection. Here's Chaitra Durga Ashtami 2024 date, time, significance, rituals, and more.
BJP accuses Mamata of resorting to vote bank politics on Eid, TMC counters charges
Addressing a gathering here on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Banerjee claimed that some people will try to "engineer riots" during elections and urged those who participated in the programme "not to fall prey to the plot".
BJP files complaint with EC over Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark
The BJP said that Rahul Gandhi's comments had a ‘misogynistic’ tone, and that the ‘obnoxious’ statement had “hurt the sentiments of Hindus". Addressing a public rally in Mumbai on February 17, former Congress president Rahul Gandhi said, "There is a word 'Shakti' in Hinduism. We are fighting against a Shakti".
Not in our DNA to bow down: Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's wife Kalpana criticises relative Sita Soren for joining BJP
Kalpana, wife of former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, criticized Sita Soren for joining the BJP, citing her husband's arrest and stating that it's not in a Jharkhandi's nature to yield. She emphasized the family's history of resistance against capitalists and feudalists. Kalpana highlighted Hemant's reluctant entry into politics after the death of his elder brother and the responsibilities he inherited.
Jharkhand: Jama legislator Sita Soren quits JMM, joins BJP
The daughter-in-law of party supremo Shibu Soren, Sita alleged that she was being sidelined by JMM leadership and that the party had failed to adequately support her following the passing of her husband Durga Soren.
The Durga in you
Durga is powerful, she can be fierce, and she overcomes. I guess that was the message Sabina wished to give me, to remind me that I had that power in me, and I should draw on that - and it worked. Normally, we portray women as passive, benign, gentle, submissive beings. But Durga is a different ball game altogether.
Anant Ambani pre-wedding: Nita Ambani looks divine as she dances to Vishwambhari Stuti
Nita Ambani dedicated this elegant performance to her grand-daughters. She looked spectacular as she made a grand entry with a troupe of dancers.
Kojagori Laxmi Puja: A day to celebrate the Goddess of wealth & good luck
It is believed that on this day, the Goddess Laxmi visits their households at night and blesses them if they are found awake.
Durga Puja binge done, get back in shape with these 4 fitness tips
If you are feeling that your weight-loss/fitness journey has been derailed by the Navratri feasting, we got you covered!
Navratri Day 3: An ode to Maa Chandraghanta, the serene form of Goddess Durga
A more tranquil version of the Goddess, Maa Chandraghanta is known for her calm demeanour. She appears with a silhouette resembling a bell-shaped half moon.
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