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Row erupts over Tamil poet’s saffron-clad attire

Row erupts over Tamil poet’s saffron-clad attire

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A political row erupted in Tamil Nadu on Sunday over the Lok Bhavan’s portrayal of famous Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar clad in saffron attire garnering criticism from the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and its ally Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK). Row erupts over Tamil poet’s saffron-clad attire At an event on Saturday, state governor Rajendra Arlekar presided over the Thiruvalluvar Thirunaal Vizha (Vaikasi Anusham Valluvar Thirunaal) organised by the Thiruvalluvar Thirunaal Kazhagam at the Lok Bhavan. During the event, Arlekar paid floral tributes to the picture of Thiruvalluvar seen in saffron attire contrary to the original image of the poet clad in white robe. DMK’s youth wing secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin claimed that the governor was testing the self-respect of Tamils all over again with his act. “During the DMK regime, when the then governor (RN Ravi) attempted a similar stunt, we condemned it harshly. Now, they are testing the self-respect of Tamils all over again,” he said in a post on X. “…why is the CM hesitating to call …

Row erupts over Tamil poet’s saffron-clad attire

TVK, DMK criticise Guv paying tribute to Thiruvalluvar image in saffron attire

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Chennai, Ruling TVK and Opposition DMK criticised the Lok Bhavan depicting Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar in saffron attire, contrary to the officially recognised image in which he is shown in a white cloth. TVK, DMK criticise Guv paying tribute to Thiruvalluvar image in saffron attire The criticisms began after the Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar paid tributes to a portrait of Thiruvalluvar depicted in saffron robes at Lok Bhavan during the celebration of ‘Vaikasi Anusham’ on May 30. Reacting strongly, Tamil Nadu Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Dr Arunraaj, condemned the presentation of the poet in saffron, stating that any attempt to confine the global philosopher within a narrow identity amounts to belittling his universal vision. “Draping Thiruvalluvar in saffron robes at Lok Bhavan or any government and public space is fundamentally wrong. Thiruvalluvar did not restrict himself to any religion, caste, race, or nation. His ‘Tirukkural’ provides a common code of life for all of humanity,” Dr Arunraaj posted on his official X handle. He pointed out that even in the ‘Kadavul Vazhthu’ chapter, the …

Sreenivas Bellamkonda jets off to marry Kavya Reddy in Tirupati, groom-to-be looks regal in red attire; Video

Sreenivas Bellamkonda jets off to marry Kavya Reddy in Tirupati, groom-to-be looks regal in red attire; Video

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The countdown to the most-anticipated wedding in Tollywood has officially begun! Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas is all set to tie the knot with his ladylove, Kabya Reddy. Ahead of their traditional wedding in the holy town of Tirumala today (April 29, 2026) at 11:13 pm, the actor was spotted making waves at Hyderabad airport. He looked all set to get into wedlock in his regal red wedding look. Check it out! Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas spotted at the airport ahead of his wedding Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas is ready to leave his bachelor days behind and get into wedlock with Kavya Reddy. Minutes ago, he was spotted at the airport in an ensemble that screamed ‘the groom has arrived.’ The Alludu Seenu debutant (co-starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu) came alone and still managed to grab all the attention. As he got out of his car, all fans could notice was his broad smile and the bright red attire. Ditching the casual airport looks, he turned it into a fashion runway. From the looks of it, it feels he is …

‘They Don’t Ask Men This’: Sitharaman Flags Gender Bias Over Question On Budget Day Attire | India News

‘They Don’t Ask Men This’: Sitharaman Flags Gender Bias Over Question On Budget Day Attire | India News

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Last Updated:February 02, 2026, 09:29 IST Nirmala Sitharaman wore a handwoven Kancheevaram silk saree from Tamil Nadu as she presented the Budget for the ninth consecutive time. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shows the digital tablet, enclosed in a traditional red ‘bahi-khata’ style pouch. (PTI) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday flagged what she described as gender bias in the attention given to her attire on Budget day, saying the focus often shifts away from her work. “Every year, it becomes a strain on me because of questions about what I am going to wear on Budget day. I dare ask, would they have ever asked a male finance minister what he is wearing during the Budget? They don’t ask it of a man, but no, even this becomes a subject of the Budget,” she said. Referring to public commentary, Sitharaman said remarks such as “Arre saree kaun sa – what she is going to read what she going to tell us” give undue importance to appearance. “I don’t find this harmful, but it goes …

Uttarakhand: Two held for roaming around at Har Ki Pauri in `sheikh` attire

Uttarakhand: Two held for roaming around at Har Ki Pauri in `sheikh` attire

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Police have detained two men after a video purportedly showing them, wearing `sheikh` attire (kandura), roaming around at Har Ki Pauri and bathing at Ganga ghat surfaced online, officials said on Tuesday. Police said that the video of the men roaming around Malviya Ghat and its surroundings at Har Ki Pauri caused a stir amidst demands to ban the entry of non-hindus to all Ganga ghats located in the Haridwar Kumbh Mela area. When the priests in the area stopped and questioned them, the men identified themselves as Habibullah and Habibi, residents of Dubai. However, a few hours after the incident, the police detained them. During questioning by the police, they revealed their names as Naveen Kumar (22) and Prince (22), residents of Sidcul in Haridwar. They told the police that they were making a video for their YouTube channel. Naveen and Prince later apologised for hurting religious sentiments and were instructed not to make such videos again. Police later released them.In the purported video that surfaced online, one of them can be heard saying, …

Netra Mantena and Vamsi Gadiraju tie the knot in traditional attire; all eyes on Jennifer Lopez in an Indian avatar | Fashion News

Netra Mantena and Vamsi Gadiraju tie the knot in traditional attire; all eyes on Jennifer Lopez in an Indian avatar | Fashion News

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Netra Mantena and tech entrepreneur Vamsi Gadiraju got hitched on Sunday in Udaipur in an elaborate wedding celebration. From Bollywood A-listers to international public figures, the who’s who of tinsel town were in attendance the last few days — singing, dancing and merrymaking to celebrate the coming together of the billionaire heirs. For the varmala ceremony, Netra Mantena chose a red lehenga with gold embroidery, while Vamsi Gadiraju opted for an ivory sherwani paired with heirloom jewels. The bride kept her look chic and minimal, pulling her hair back in a bun and adorning it with flowers. A heavy neckpiece, a matching choker, and a maang tika, along with dewy makeup, completed her soft glam look. The groom stood tall next to her in a pair of matching ivory loafers. Reception The couple exchanged vows at Jagmandir Island, and the grand finale reception was hosted at Zenana Mahal on Sunday evening, where Jennifer Lopez set the stage on fire with an electrifying performance. Marking her first-ever visit to India, the Latin singer won the audience’s …

FIDE’s dress code policy: Fines for ‘sloppy or unkempt appearances’ and wrinkled clothing; No tears or rips in attire; No t-shirts or sleeveless shirts | Chess News

FIDE’s dress code policy: Fines for ‘sloppy or unkempt appearances’ and wrinkled clothing; No tears or rips in attire; No t-shirts or sleeveless shirts | Chess News

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Fines for ‘sloppy or unkempt appearances’. Fines for wrinkled clothes. No sleeveless shirts, t-shirts or baseball caps. No clothes or shoes with tears or rips in them. No clothes with ‘offensive content or logos of prohibited sponsors like betting companies, alcohol, tobacco brands’. These are some of the things that stand out from FIDE’s new dress code policy for this year’s FIDE World Rapid and Blitz tournament, which will be held in Doha next month. The directives come after Magnus Carlsen withdrew mid-way from last year’s World Rapid Championship after an arbiter pulled him up for sporting jeans. It will be interesting to see how the rule about players not being allowed to sport logos of sponsors like betting companies will be applied. Carlsen’s shirt and his jacket at his most recent over-the-board tournament, Clutch Chess Champions Showdown had sported the logo of Betby, a betting company. Betby calls itself a B2B provider of top-tier sports betting services. As per FIDE’s regulations for the World Rapid and Blitz tournament, sporting a betting company’s logo on …

Manipuri craftsmanship takes centre stage with Sonam Kapoor`s latest attire

Manipuri craftsmanship takes centre stage with Sonam Kapoor`s latest attire

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Sonam Kapoor puts Manipuri heritage in the spotlight with her latest look Sonam Kapoor has long been celebrated for championing indigenous craftsmanship and homegrown Indian brands. The actress consistently spotlights India’s rich artisanal heritage on global platforms, often using her international red-carpet appearances to showcase exceptional design talent from the country. A recent intimate dinner gave Sonam yet another opportunity to present the best of Indian fashion.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Architectural Digest India (@archdigestindia) The Bollywood star hosted Amy Astley, Global Editorial Director and Editor-in-Chief of Architectural Digest, at her Mumbai home for a private evening. For the occasion, Sonam chose an outfit from East, designed by Manipuri designer Easternlight Zimik. The outfit, an Akha set from their Patrons Collection, is an elegant nod to India’s textile legacy. About Sonam Kapoor’s pregnancy According to Pinkvilla, a source close to Sonam Kapoor and her husband confirmed, “Sonam is in the second trimester of her …

Priyanka Chopra serves ROYAL desi glam in custom Anamika Khanna attire as she arrives at…

Priyanka Chopra serves ROYAL desi glam in custom Anamika Khanna attire as she arrives at…

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GlobeTrotter Event: Priyanka Chopra serves ROYAL desi glam in custom Anamika Khanna attire as she arrives at… Priyanka Chopra turned heads at the Varanasi Globetrotter event in a stunning ivory Anamika Khanna lehenga that blended vintage charm with modern glamour. Read further to know how she proved once again why she’s the ultimate fashion icon. Priyanka Chopra is truly the OG fashion queen. Whether it’s a glamorous red-carpet gown or a bold beach look, she knows exactly how to turn heads. And this time, she’s winning hearts with her breathtaking traditional look. On Saturday, November 15, Priyanka attended the Globetrotter event of SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film Varanasi at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. Her co-stars Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran were also present, along with the director. Priyanka Chopra in Ivory Anamika Khanna Lehenga Priyanka looked stunning in an ivory lehenga-style saree by designer Anamika Khanna. The outfit beautifully blended old-school charm with a modern touch. The structured silhouette, delicate gold detailing and scalloped border gave her a regal, dream-like look. …

5 Celeb PHOTO Spottings: Anushka Sharma slays in traditional attire with Virat Kohli, Ajay Devgn rocks rugged look and more

5 Celeb PHOTO Spottings: Anushka Sharma slays in traditional attire with Virat Kohli, Ajay Devgn rocks rugged look and more

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It’s been a hectic day for Bollywood shutterbugs as several stars from Tinseltown were spotted out and about. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma made a head-turning appearance at Mumbai airport. Ajay Devgn, Sharvari, Raveena Tandon, and Jacqueline Fernandez also stole the spotlight on May 13, 2025. 1. Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli arrive hand-in-hand After announcing his retirement from Test cricket, Virat Kohli took a spiritual trip with his wife, actress Anushka Sharma. The couple was spotted heading to Vrindavan, hand-in-hand. While the Highway actress succeeded in winning hearts with her simple look in Indian attire, the Indian cricketer looked dapper in his casual outfit. 2. Ajay Devgn goes casual for a day outing Ajay Devgn, who is busy with multiple upcoming films, was spotted outside a film studio in Mumbai. The actor, who was probably there to attend meetings regarding his next projects, rocked a rugged look. The Singham Again star arrived donning a blue shirt with a pair of dark blue denims and sneakers. 3. Sharvari sweetly poses for the paparazzi Munjya fame …