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500 Maharashtrian Tourists Return From Dubai As MahaHelpline Steps In Amid Flight Disruptions | India News

500 Maharashtrian Tourists Return From Dubai As MahaHelpline Steps In Amid Flight Disruptions | India News

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Last Updated:March 08, 2026, 00:52 IST Recognised by the Maharashtra government, the IPF MahaHelpline (+971 50 365 4357) is being run by a network of over 20 volunteers across five UAE cities, operating round the clock Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and BJP state president Ravindra Chavan are closely monitoring the situation and remain in constant touch with the team managing the helpline as well as officials at the Indian Consulate in Dubai. Image/News18 More than 1,200 tourists from Maharashtra found themselves stranded in Dubai after sudden disruptions in air travel triggered by the West Asia war. As flights were cancelled and uncertainty grew, a community-driven initiative—IPF MahaHelpline—quickly turned into a crucial support system for worried travellers far from home. Within just a few days, the helpline has already helped over 500 tourists return safely to India, while hundreds more are being assisted with travel arrangements, accommodation, food, and medical support. The helpline, launched earlier to support the Marathi diaspora in the UAE, has now been activated as an emergency assistance channel for stranded tourists. …

In Pictures: Kareena Kapoor Khan and Alia Bhatt Bond Over a Wholesome Maharashtrian Meal

In Pictures: Kareena Kapoor Khan and Alia Bhatt Bond Over a Wholesome Maharashtrian Meal

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Kareena Kapoor Khan and Alia Bhatt recently reconnected for a delightful and tasty lunch. Despite their commitment to fitness, they always appreciate indulging in delicious meals. Alia and Kareena recently savoured a simple, home-cooked Maharashtrian meal at the residence of celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar. Rujuta shared a cheerful photograph on Instagram, capturing their enjoyment of the food.   Since embracing motherhood, both Kareena and Alia have made a conscious effort to consume clean, home-cooked meals. On this occasion, they were extended an invitation by Rujuta Diwekar, who believes in seasonal eating. She offered a traditional pithla bhakri spread, which also featured a salad and green vegetables. This dish is quite prevalent in Maharashtrian households and is known as a staple food. Rujuta also shared a picture on her Instagram story, with the following caption, “Post pithla bhakri pose with the two best girls.” Alia also shared a picture of the meal on her story and expressed her admiration for it. Her caption read, “The most wholesome soul-some lunch courtesy Rujuta Diwekar.” Rujuta replied to Alia’s …

Pahalgam terror attack: Dy CM Shinde meets stranded Maharashtrian tourists

Pahalgam terror attack: Dy CM Shinde meets stranded Maharashtrian tourists

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On Wednesday, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde met stranded tourists from Maharashtra in a camp near Srinagar Airport. He reassured them that all necessary help will  be provided to them to make sure that they return to Mumbai safely and as soon as possible.  Eknath Shinde arrived in Srinagar on April 23, Wednesday after which he met the stranded tourists in the camp.  In a social media post on X, the Maharashtra Deputy CM reassured that the state government will take all necessary steps to bring back the stranded Maharashtrian tourists back home safe and sound. “I met many of our stranded tourists–tired, anxious, but resilient. It was heartening to see their spirits lifted just by knowing that their government was with them on the ground. I`m here not just as Deputy CM, but as a fellow Maharashtrian–to stand by them, reassure them, and personally coordinate their safe return home. Also proud to note the outstanding work done by the team of Dr Shrikant Shinde in these critical hours–coordinating logistics, providing emotional support, and …

Tejasswi Prakash reveals boyfriend Karan Kundrra loves THIS Maharashtrian dish, says ‘He is very particular’

Tejasswi Prakash reveals boyfriend Karan Kundrra loves THIS Maharashtrian dish, says ‘He is very particular’

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Celebrity MasterChef has become the most talked about reality show. It has been getting all the love from the audience and we saw a lot of people talking about it online. This was the first time when celebrities entered the kitchen and showcased their cooking skills. Gaurav Khanna is the winner of the first Celebrity MasterChef. Nikki Tamboli is the first runner-up while Tejasswi Prakash emerged as the second runner-up of the show. Also Read – Celebrity MasterChef winner Gaurav Khanna compares his journey with…; says ‘Wahan par bhi…’ Faisal Shaikh and Rajiv Adatia were also in the finals. Apart from them, the show also had stars like Dipika Kakar, Archana Gautam, Usha Nadkarni, Kabita Singh, Abhijeet Sawant, Ayesha Jhulka and Chandan Prabhakar. As the grand finale happened, fans were disappointed that the show would end. But, the makers had a special surprise. Also Read – Khatron Ke Khiladi 15: After winning Celebrity MasterChef, Gaurav Khanna to join the show? Actor reacts Tejasswi talks about Karan We now have the Celebrity MasterChef MasterClass. In the …

POLL RESULTS: Fans choose their favorite on-screen Maharashtrian queen and we totally get it; Rashmika Mandanna to Priyanka Chopra

POLL RESULTS: Fans choose their favorite on-screen Maharashtrian queen and we totally get it; Rashmika Mandanna to Priyanka Chopra

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Several Hindi films have honored the rich history of Maharashtra by narrating the stories inspired by this soil. These epic dramas have also been appreciated by the audiences, and here at Pinkvilla, we conducted a poll to determine fans’ most favorite on-screen Maharashtrian queen. Now, as the results are out, read ahead to find out who the winner is. On Friday, February 21, a poll was conducted by us for our readers. They were asked to choose their favorite on-screen Maharashtrian queen by casting their vote against their pick. They were given 4 options to choose from that included — Priyanka Chopra as Kashibai in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Bajirao Mastani, Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai in Laxman Utekar’s Chhaava, Kajol as Savitribai Malusare in Om Raut’s Tanhaji or Kriti Sanon as Parvarti Bai in Ashutosh Gowariker’s Panipat. After 24 hours of voting, the results are out with Priyanka Chopra achieving a clean sweep out of all the options. Her portrayal of Kashibai stood as the fans’ favorite that got the maximum number of votes, i.e., …

POLL: Which actress played a Maharashtrian queen best on-screen? Rashmika Mandanna in Chhaava to Priyanka Chopra in Bajirao Mastani

POLL: Which actress played a Maharashtrian queen best on-screen? Rashmika Mandanna in Chhaava to Priyanka Chopra in Bajirao Mastani

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There have been several Bollywood films that have narrated epic stories inspired by the soil of Maharashtra. From Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Bajirao Mastani to the latest being Laxman Utekar’s Chhaava; each on-screen Maharashtrian queen has brought their style to their role, and carved a special place in the hearts of fans. Now, is the time to vote for your favorite one. 1. Priyanka Chopra as Kashibai In the 2015-released Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Bajirao Mastani, the Desi Girl was seen playing the role of Kashibai, the first wife of Bajirao. The sense of royalty, resilience, and dignity that the actress captured in her role was quite compelling. Not only Priyanka Chopra‘s Maharashtrian accent, but dance skills and on-screen chemistry with each character, touched the audience’s hearts. 2. Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava is the latest film based against the backdrop of Maharashtra. In the film, Rashmika Mandanna was seen playing the role of Maharani Yesubai. She showcased the power and influence of a woman in a man’s life by beautifully capturing the grace and poise. 3. …

Malaika Arora shares a fusion recipe of Paneer wrapped in Maharashtrian Thecha which is made at her house; watch

Malaika Arora shares a fusion recipe of Paneer wrapped in Maharashtrian Thecha which is made at her house; watch

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Feb 15, 2025 03:19 PM IST Craving something spicy? Try out Malaika Arora’s favourite Paneer Thecha recipe which is delicious and easy to make  Malaika Arora is a woman of many talents, who is absolutely fabulous at everything she does! May it be acting, dancing or judging a reality show. Just recently she left the audiences, choreographers Geeta Kapur, Remo D’Souza and her actor ex-boyfriend Arjun Kapoor in awe when she set the stage on fire at a dance reality show that she was judging. But apart from being an entertainer, Malaika is also well-known for being a foodie. She not only loves gorging on delicious delicacies, but also enjoys cooking, which was a challenge she took up years ago for her son Arhaan Khan. Well, today let’s try out one of Malaika’s most favourite recipes. Malaika Arora teaches how to make Paneer Thecha Some time back during an interview, Malaika Arora shared a quick and easy recipe using a Maharashtrian condiment which is currently trending like crazy on social media— Thecha. The name of …

Ritiesh Deshmukh Birthday: When Genelia Deshmukh was taken aback by actor touching her feet 8 times during their Maharashtrian wedding

Ritiesh Deshmukh Birthday: When Genelia Deshmukh was taken aback by actor touching her feet 8 times during their Maharashtrian wedding

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Riteish Deshmukh, one of the most versatile actors in the industry, is celebrating his 46th birthday on December 17, 2024. The actor, who married Genelia Deshmukh, is considered one of the most beloved couples in the industry. On his special day, we take a trip down memory lane and recall when the actress revealed that her husband touched her feet eight times during their wedding rituals, a tradition that left her pleasantly surprised. Genelia Deshmukh and Riteish Deshmukh once appeared on the sets of Super Dancer Chapter 4 for a ‘Shaadi Special’ episode. During the show, a contestant named Aneesh Tattikota, along with his Super Guru, Akash Shetty, performed the song Maahi Ve. Following the performance, Genelia shared how it reminded her of her own wedding, saying, “Oh my God! Your performance reminded me of my wedding!” She then went on to reveal a unique aspect of Maharashtrian weddings that left her amazed. Genelia explained that during her wedding with Riteish, he had to touch her feet eight times as part of a tradition, which she …

Chhaava EXCLUSIVE: Rashmika Mandanna recalls she couldn’t believe being offered the role of Maharashtrian queen; ‘I am from South, how can you…’

Chhaava EXCLUSIVE: Rashmika Mandanna recalls she couldn’t believe being offered the role of Maharashtrian queen; ‘I am from South, how can you…’

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Rashmika Mandanna who is currently enjoying the success of her film Pushpa 2, will soon be seen in Vicky Kaushal starrer Chhaava. Recently, she recalled that when offered the film, she loved the script and immediately gave a nod. But, she could not believe why the filmmaker chose her, an actress from South India, to play the role of the Maharashtrian queen. In an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, Rashmika Mandanna opened up about working on the highly anticipated film Chhaava. The actress immediately said yes after listening to the script for the first time, unlike her usual approach of overthinking about every project.  Rashmika continued to describe the transformative process of preparing for the role. Recalling her look test for the film, she revealed that she was surprised looking at herself after the look test. Apart from dressing up like the queen, her facial features and style matched the role. You can watch the complete interview here:  “Look, the test came. Oh my God, guys, I am mind-blown by me in the film. I’m like, …

Shivaji statue collapse: Modi’s public apology means a lot – India TV

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Image Source : INDIA TV India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma The public apology tendered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the collapse of Chhatrapati Shivaji’s 35-feet tall statue in Sindhudurg is, in itself, a significant one, and one should respect it. Addressing a rally in Palghar, Modi said, “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is our ‘aaradhya dev’ (revered deity), and I bow my head and apologise to my deity”. This was the Prime Minister’s first remark after the statue, which was unveiled by him on Navy Day (December 4) last year, collapsed due to strong winds. Modi’s apology comes in the wake of opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray and Nana Patole planning to stage protest in Mumbai on Sunday, September 1.  By tendering public apology, Modi has sought to effectively counter the opposition move. Shivaji is an emotional issue that touches the chords in every Maharashtrian’s heart. Already, the government has started taking action against the company which was awarded the contract to install the statue. The structural consultant Chetan Patil was arrested …