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No one should object to India-Pak dialogue aimed at improving ties: Omar Abdullah

No one should object to India-Pak dialogue aimed at improving ties: Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said no one should object to dialogue between India and Pakistan aimed at improving bilateral relations. Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah. (File) (HT_PRINT) Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a function here, Abdullah said the conflict between the two countries was not new and has persisted for the last three to four decades. “This conflict is 30 to 40 years old, and last year, it intensified after the Pahalgam attack. Now, the PM is being requested, through a letter, that the relations between the two countries should be improved. No one should have any objection to that,” Abdullah said. A letter coordinated by OP Shah, chairman of the Centre for Peace and Progress, and signed by 61 Indians and 55 Pakistanis, has urged the two countries to engage in bilateral talks. Questioning those criticising the initiative, Abdullah said senior leaders of the RSS had also advocated improving ties between India and Pakistan. “Recently, a senior RSS leader said that India and Pakistan should …

Shraddha Kapoor’s Eetha faces backlash as Vithabai Narayangaonkar’s family object to title

Shraddha Kapoor’s Eetha faces backlash as Vithabai Narayangaonkar’s family object to title

Even before its release, Shraddha Kapoor‘s Eetha has found itself at the centre of an unexpected controversy. The film’s teaser won praise for Shraddha’s powerful transformation into Lavani artist Vithabai Narayangaonkar, but its title has sparked a debate. After the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) questioned why the biopic was not named after Vithabai, the late artist’s family has now backed the demand, saying her name should be front and centre in a film that tells her story. Shraddha Kapoor’s Eetha title faces objections from NCP, Vithabai family. Why is the title Eetha facing criticism? According to a TV9 Marathi report, the Nationalist Congress Party’s (NCP) Film and Cultural Department has questioned the makers’ decision to name the biopic Eetha. The party believes a film based on the life of Vithabai Narayangaonkar should have been titled Vitha or Vithabai to give the legendary folk artist the recognition she deserves. Babasaheb Patil, the Maharashtra State President of the NCP’s Film and Cultural Department, said the party considers it its responsibility to protect and honour Vithabai’s legacy. He …

Emraan Hashmi’s Haridwar shoot sparks row after locals object to ‘Cafe and Bar’ signboard; viral video surfaces

Emraan Hashmi’s Haridwar shoot sparks row after locals object to ‘Cafe and Bar’ signboard; viral video surfaces

Actor Emraan Hashmi is currently in the holy city of Haridwar shooting for his next movie. However, the film crew has run into major trouble with the local residents after a video from the shooting location went viral online. The problem started because the crew built a temporary set for a scene. They put up a signboard that read “Cafe & Bar” on the set. A heated argument quickly broke out between the residents and the film’s production team, with locals demanding that the sign be taken down immediately out of respect for the city’s religious sentiments. Haridwar shoot row: Emraan Hashmi’s film set draws local protests. (PTI) What led to the controversy? According to a Dainik Bhaskar report, a major controversy broke out in Haridwar during a film shoot over a fictional set built by the production crew. The team had set up a fake restaurant to shoot a specific scene for their project. However, the problem started when they put up a large, highly visible signboard on the set that read “Cafe & …

Sonam Kapoor, Anand Ahuja buy 5 flats near their Rs 270-cr London mansion, neighbours object: Report | Bollywood News

Sonam Kapoor, Anand Ahuja buy 5 flats near their Rs 270-cr London mansion, neighbours object: Report | Bollywood News

4 min readNew DelhiMay 23, 2026 07:44 PM IST Sonam Kapoor and husband Anand Ahuja divide their time between London and India, with homes in Mumbai, Delhi and the UK capital. Over the years, the couple have often shared glimpses of their lavish London lifestyle from their base in Notting Hill, one of the city’s most elite and expensive neighbourhoods. Now, according to a report by the Daily Mail, the couple’s sprawling property in the area, that they purchased three years ago, has become the centre of a growing dispute with neighbouring residents. Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja’s London mansion controversy As per the publication, Sonam and Anand purchased a 200-year-old mansion in Notting Hill for £21 million (approximately Rs 270 crore) in 2023. Soon after buying the property, the couple reportedly submitted plans to completely redevelop the house internally while retaining its outer walls. Their proposal included a basement swimming pool and even an underground basketball court. The report further claimed that after a nearly three-year planning dispute involving objections and appeals, the renovation …

Man caught on CCTV throwing packet-like object at Kolkata’s Howrah station which sparked fire; probe on

Man caught on CCTV throwing packet-like object at Kolkata’s Howrah station which sparked fire; probe on

Security agencies have launched a probe after CCTVs, installed at Kolkata’s Howrah station in West Bengal, showed a man dumping an object near the cab road, which caught fire on Tuesday afternoon. Howrah station is the country’s oldest and busiest railway station. The station complex, with its 24 platforms, registers more than a million passengers every day. (ANI) Close on the heels of the incident, another fire was reported on board the Howrah-Raxaul Mithila express, which was stationed at Howrah. The fire was spotted near the toilet of a compartment and doused by security personnel after passengers alerted them. “A fire was reported from the toilet of Mithila Express before it departed from Howrah station on May 19. When security agencies started probing into the incident and scanned through CCTV clippings, they spotted a man dumping a packet-like object near the cab road at Howrah station around 2:38 pm, which triggered a small fire. A probe has been launched, and efforts are on to identify the man,” said an official. Howrah station is the country’s …

IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma vs Jasprit Bumrah – what will happen when unstoppable force meets immovable object | Cricket News

IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma vs Jasprit Bumrah – what will happen when unstoppable force meets immovable object | Cricket News

5 min readUpdated: Apr 28, 2026 07:40 PM IST When Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) face Mumbai Indians (MI) on Wednesday, one of the most significant individual battles could begin straight away: Jasprit Bumrah vs Abhishek Sharma. It is a clash between one of the IPL’s greatest pacers and one of its most dangerous Powerplay batters. But beyond reputations, there is a more specific tactical question. Can Bumrah’s slower ball change the scoring areas that have powered Abhishek’s best innings in IPL 2026? The head-to-head numbers can give MI confidence. Across five IPL innings against Bumrah, Abhishek has scored only 17 runs from 23 balls at a strike rate of 73.91 and has been dismissed twice.The numbers suggest that Bumrah has not allowed Abhishek to get off to a start. That is significant because SRH’s batting model depends heavily on fast starts. A look at the left-hander’s major innings this season shows a clear pattern. Most of his runs have come through the offside. In his 74 off 28 balls against Punjab Kings, 53 percent of his …

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai first look: Varun Dhawan film sparks comparison with Govinda’s film; fans object to AI use | Bollywood News

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai first look: Varun Dhawan film sparks comparison with Govinda’s film; fans object to AI use | Bollywood News

3 min readChennaiApr 14, 2026 03:05 PM IST The first look of Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde and Mrunal Thakur-starrer Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has finally been released. The film is directed by David Dhawan, and this is the fourth time Varun is starring in his father’s directorial. The first look begins with two toddlers talking to each other. It seems the makers used AI to create two talking kids. They soon realise that their fathers have the same name, Jass (Varun Dhawan). As they tally more details about their families, they realise they have the same father. The video then shares glimpses of Varun, Pooja and Mrunal’s characters. While Varun looks like a playboy, Mrunal dabbles between two avatars—‘Poo’ and ‘Parvati’. On the other hand, Pooja appears to be a party animal. The following visuals show Varun flirting and dancing with both the actresses. The video ends with the babies calling it a ‘double trouble love story’. Sharing the first look, Varun wrote, “#HaiJawaniTohIshqHonaHai a David Dhawan entertainer. First look out now! #redflag …

HBO’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone teaser: Harry, Hermione and Ron return, but fans object to Snape’s casting. Watch | Hollywood News

HBO’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone teaser: Harry, Hermione and Ron return, but fans object to Snape’s casting. Watch | Hollywood News

4 min readChennaiMar 26, 2026 09:25 AM IST After a long wait, the teaser of HBO’s Harry Potter television series has been unveiled. The series was announced at a special event in London. Titled after the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, the series will release globally on Christmas Day 2026. The show mirrors the original book by JK Rowling, starting with the young wizard Harry Potter’s first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The teaser begins on a similar note — Harry is told that he isn’t special by his aunt and is bullied, until he receives his Hogwarts acceptance letter and meets Hagrid. The rest of the scenes remind viewers of key moments from the original film, including Harry at Platform 9¾ and meeting Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, who go on to become his best friends. An emotional moment is shown where Hagrid tells Harry, “Your parents were the bravest, kindest people I’ve ever met … they stood up for what they think is right. … Next time …

Steve & Alex Object To Stephanie’s New Idea While Maggie Confronts Xander

Steve & Alex Object To Stephanie’s New Idea While Maggie Confronts Xander

Days Of Our Lives’ Latest Spoilers Are Out (Photo Credit – X) The previous week on Days of Our Lives saw Dimitri’s return, causing chaos for Leo and Javi’s marriage as well as Gwen’s life. Rafe and Jada kept with their investigations while Kristen made some big decisions. Rachel asked Sophia for a favor. And lastly, Saah and Brady got even closer together. The drama, worry, disappointment, sorrow, danger, joy, and chaos are about to intensify soon. Here’s what fans can expect from the January 12, 2026, episode of Days of Our Lives when they tune in to Peacock to stream the daytime drama revolving around Salem. Days Of Our Lives Spoilers: January 12, 2026 The first episode of the week features Dimitri shocking Leo. Moments after Leo and Javi tied the knot on New Year’s Eve, Leo’s ex-boyfriend Dimitri came back to town. This caused some major drama and a sad start to their newly married lives. Leo tried to reassure Javi about their love and life. But Javi made it clear that Leo …

India vs Australia, Women’s World Cup 2025 semifinal: Unstoppable force meets unpredictable object in Navi Mumbai | Cricket News

India vs Australia, Women’s World Cup 2025 semifinal: Unstoppable force meets unpredictable object in Navi Mumbai | Cricket News

It is yellow vs blue again. Serial winners against perennial underachievers. Unstoppable force meets a shaky yet unpredictable object. In the women’s game, no contest raises the level of excitement among fans like Australia versus India does. This only multiplies when it is a knockout game, as would be the case on Thursday when both teams face off in the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup semifinal at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. It wouldn’t be Australia if they didn’t march their way into the semifinal. They arrive after thumping South Africa by seven wickets in their last league phase fixture. Therein lies India’s glimmer of hope – that Australia may have already played their best match in this World Cup so far. Story continues below this ad Harmanpreet Kaur and her side got their act together to see off New Zealand and ensure they give themselves another shot at ending the trophy drought. There are no points at stake. No qualification scenarios to lose sleep over. You either stay or go home after …