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‘Borders are dangerous’: Awarapan fame Pakistani singer Mustapha Zahid reacts to Amaal Mallik recreating songs in sequel

‘Borders are dangerous’: Awarapan fame Pakistani singer Mustapha Zahid reacts to Amaal Mallik recreating songs in sequel

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When Awarapan was released in 2007, it quickly became a cult success. Part of the film’s appeal was its music, particularly To Phir Aao and Tera Mera Rishta, which became synonymous with the film. The former is now being recreated for the film’s sequel – Awarapan 2 – as its title track, with Amaal Mallik taking over the duties of composing and singing it. This has elicited a response from Pakistani singer Mustapha Zahid, best known for his work on the original Awarapan soundtrack. Shriya Saran and Emraan Hashmi in a still from the 2007 film Awarapan. Amaal Mallik talks about Awarapan 2 title track Amaal took to X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday to share that he had composed the Awarapan 2 title song, calling it his ‘career-best’. “The #SoulOfAwarapan is what I always called it until #MukeshBhatt sir gave it a name…Can’t thank him enough for giving me my first Vishesh film, a dream of mine since age 16. Today is the day I get to live a 20-year-old dream of mine thanks to …

Yoga beyond borders: The Indian Army’s global outreach

Yoga beyond borders: The Indian Army’s global outreach

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Long before Yoga became a global symbol of health and wellness, it was regarded in India as a pathway to mental clarity, emotional balance and mastery over the self – qualities indispensable to a warrior. The timeless link between Yoga and soldiering finds its most profound expression in the Bhagavad Gita. Faced with doubt and moral conflict on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, Arjuna found himself unable to perform his duty. It was through Lord Krishna’s teachings on Karma Yoga – the Yoga of selfless action and steadfastness in duty – that he regained clarity of purpose and the resolve to fulfil his responsibilities. It is therefore no coincidence that the Indian Army, one of the world’s largest and most experienced armies, has emerged as a leading ambassador of Yoga, carrying India’s ancient wisdom to military communities across the globe. While diplomats, cultural organisations and wellness institutions have played a significant role in this journey, the Indian Army has quietly emerged as an equally important contributor. (X/@adgpi/File Image) Few traditions have travelled the world with the …

Zero tolerance on illegal structures within 15 km of borders Amit Shah

Zero tolerance on illegal structures within 15 km of borders Amit Shah

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed the authorities to strictly enforce a ‘zero tolerance’ policy against illegal constructions within 15 km of the country’s borders and demolish all such structures that have come up over the years. Shah stressed formulating a 360-degree security cover for every border district involving citizens, state machinery, and security agencies. The home ministry said the border districts have been directed to carry out an in-depth study of the sources, patterns, and networks behind crimes and the drug menace, and to develop lasting solutions. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following …

Amit Shah to visit India-Pak, India-Bangla borders for mega security review

Amit Shah to visit India-Pak, India-Bangla borders for mega security review

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah will embark on a multi-state visit to India’s forward locations along the Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Bangladesh borders, beginning with the western sector before travelling to the eastern frontier over the next month. On Tuesday morning, Amit Shah will visit the remote Sanchu post of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Bikaner. (X/BSF_Rajasthan) During his visits, Shah will unveil smart border projects and chair high-level security reviews, people familiar with the development said. The first visit will take place in Rajasthan’s Bikaner, where Shah will arrive late on Monday and interact with officers. On Tuesday morning, he will visit the remote Sanchu post of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Bikaner. At Sanchu, he will attend the ‘Prahari Sammelan’ to interact directly with BSF jawans stationed in the harsh terrain and virtually inaugurate barracks for women personnel. On Tuesday afternoon, Shah will chair a comprehensive security meeting with top officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Rajasthan state government, and the Superintendents of Police (SPs) of five border districts. According …

Shah Rukh Khan’s Aankhein Khuli crosses borders as Chinese star Liu Yuning croons it during livestream

Shah Rukh Khan’s Aankhein Khuli crosses borders as Chinese star Liu Yuning croons it during livestream

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Chinese singer-actor Liu Yuning recently surprised fans with an unexpected Bollywood tribute that has now gone viral across social media. During one of his livestreams, the popular star performed parts of Shah Rukh Khan‘s Hindi song Aankhein Khuli Ho from Mohabbatein, instantly catching the attention of fans in India and across global fandom spaces. Liu Yuning sings Shah Rukh Khan’s Aankhein Khuli during livestream Also read: ‘Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan never become a hindrance to any project’: Kartavya producer Ashish Singh A surprise during livestream Known for frequent interactions with fans through long livestreams, Liu Yuning decided to switch things up during his recent broadcast. Much to everyone’s surprise, the singer began performing ‘Aankhein Khuli Ho’, the beloved Bollywood track originally featuring Shah Rukh Khan. Fans especially appreciated that he tried to sing the Hindi lyrics rather than just hum the tune. While the pronunciation wasn’t perfect, viewers praised the effort and sincerity behind the performance, calling it both wholesome and unexpected. Since the livestream happened on Weibo, many international fans could not …

The Timeless Charm of Runa Laila: A Voice That Transcends Borders

The Timeless Charm of Runa Laila: A Voice That Transcends Borders

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If sexy had a human form, it would be Runa Laila.  It is a voice which is sensual and maddeningly perfect at the same time. Runa is the girl who will tell you secrets and keep them within her like an ocean. Though she lives in Bangladesh, her voice cuts across continents. My first brush with her was in the black and white era of DD with songs like the iconic Dama Dam Mast Qalandar and O Mera Babu Chail Chabila. It was a voice not heard to miss, along with the sexiness. The pathos she brought to a ghazal was incredible but I love her version of Ranjish Hi Sahi and Ke Ghungroo Toot Gaye. As kids growing up, I remember the Super Runa album that came out, with Bappi Lahiri. The collection of astounding songs. I first heard De De Pyar De Pyar De then and went back to Dada Burman’s version. Her ek se badhkar ek numbers for Kalyanji Anandji are tops, though my favourites are her Gharonda numbers with Jaidev. Music …

Over 1,150 Indians exit Iran via land borders amid West Asia conflict: MEA| India News

Over 1,150 Indians exit Iran via land borders amid West Asia conflict: MEA| India News

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New Delhi: Over 1,150 Indian nationals have left Iran through land border crossings in Armenia and Azerbaijan since the start of the West Asia conflict a month ago, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday. FILE: A repatriation flight with stranded Indians nationals in Iran reaches Delhi airport. (Hindustan Times) It also said that three Indians were injured in attacks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday. “Our embassy in Tehran has facilitated the movement of 1,171 Indian nationals, including 818 students, to exit Iran via the land borders into Armenia and Azerbaijan,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at a media briefing. “From there, our nationals have been flying back to India,” he said. Jaiswal said 977 Indian nationals crossed over from Iran into Armenia, and 194 into Azerbaijan. According to official data, around 9,000 Indians including students were in Iran when the conflict began following strikes on Iranian targets by Israel and the US on February 28. Aseem Mahajan, additional secretary (Gulf) in the MEA, said three Indian nationals sustained minor …

Indian Embassy In Tehran Urges Citizens Not To Cross Iran’s Land Borders | India News

Indian Embassy In Tehran Urges Citizens Not To Cross Iran’s Land Borders | India News

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Last Updated:March 09, 2026, 23:28 IST The Indian Embassy in Tehran advised Indians in Iran to avoid land borders without coordinating with the mission due to Middle East tensions. The Indian Embassy in Tehran advised Indians in Iran to avoid land borders without coordinating with the mission due to Middle East tensions. Emergency contacts provided. (Reuters) The Indian Embassy in Tehran has advised Indian nationals in Iran not to approach any of the country’s land border crossings to leave the country without first coordinating with the mission. In an advisory issued amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the embassy said travel towards land borders must only be undertaken after receiving explicit guidance from Indian officials. “Indian nationals are hereby advised not to approach any of the land borders of Iran for travel outside the country without prior coordination with the embassy,” the statement said. Indian nationals are hereby advised not to approach any of the land borders of Iran for travel outside the country without prior coordination with the Embassy. Any movement towards land …

Police seize 598 kgs ganja worth ₹2.99 crore on AP-Telangana borders, two smugglers arrested

Police seize 598 kgs ganja worth ₹2.99 crore on AP-Telangana borders, two smugglers arrested

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In a huge haul, the Jeelugumilli police of Eluru district seized 598 kgs of ganja (cannabis), worth about ₹2.99 crore, being smuggled in a van. The police team led by Jeelugumilli Circle Inspector B. Venkateswara Rao and SI V. Kranthi Kumar, intercepted the van on Andhra Pradesh-Telangana border checkpost and seized the contraband being smuggled to Beed district of Maharashtra State, said Eluru district Superintendent of Police K. Pratap Shiva Kishore. “Two smugglers, Dileep Kumar Mohanty and Janardhan Pradhan, natives of Odisha, who were transporting the ganja stock were arrested at the border checkpost near Tatiyakulagudem village,” the SP said on Friday (March 06). “The accused collected the ganja stock from Burugupudi village, near Rajamahendravaram, and police caught them on Thursday. We are trying to trace the other smugglers,” said Polavaram Deputy Superintendent of Police M. Venkateswara Rao, who monitored the operation. The smugglers packed the cannabis in plastic bags and concealed them in the van, said Jangareddygudem assistant superintendent of police (ASP) Sushmita Ramanathan and trainee IPS officer Jaya Sharma. “As part of ‘Operation …

Malavika Mohanan on working with Prabhas, Rajinikanth and others: Today cinema has no borders

Malavika Mohanan on working with Prabhas, Rajinikanth and others: Today cinema has no borders

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As cinema continues to evolve into a truly pan-India phenomenon, actors today are increasingly collaborating across industries and languages. For actor Malavika Mohanan, this shift has opened up opportunities to work with some of the biggest names in the country while exploring diverse storytelling traditions. Actor Malavika Mohanan Currently juggling multiple Tamil projects, including one alongside actor Vijay Sethupathi, Mohanan reflects on how the boundaries that once defined regional cinema are gradually fading. Having already shared screen space with leading stars such as Prabhas, Allu Arjun, Rajinikanth and Vijay, she believes that contemporary filmmaking is no longer restricted by language or geography. “Cinema today is truly borderless. If you’re part of a good project today, it reaches everyone. Language is no longer a barrier,” she says, adding that she feels fortunate to be collaborating with some of the finest talents across industries. “I’m in a space where I’m getting to work with some of the best filmmakers and artists from different parts of the country.” At the same time, the actor acknowledges that success and …