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J&K parties, orchardists hail Centre’s decision to shelve railway projects in Kashmir’s Anantnag, Shopian

J&K parties, orchardists hail Centre’s decision to shelve railway projects in Kashmir’s Anantnag, Shopian

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The Centre’s decision to shelve the rail expansion projects, affecting orchards and residential areas in south Kashmir’s Anantnag and Shopian districts, was widely hailed by J&K’s political parties and orchardists on Tuesday (February 3, 2026). “The railway project was stopped after intervention of the J&K government to protect orchards and the local economy,” National Conference (NC) leader and legislator Tanvir Sadiq said.  Earlier in the day, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Anantnag-Pahalgam and the Anantnag-Shopian expansion was shelved for time being because of the concerns expressed by the leaders from J&K. Opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti welcomed the Centre’s move. “The decision to put the Pahalgam and Shopian railway lines on hold brings much needed relief to Kashmir’s agrarian economy. These projects threatened to destroy scarce fertile land and push over a million rural families into uncertainty. Development that uproots farmers is not progress,” Ms. Mufti said. The former J&K chief minister said any future plan must be reviewed transparently, with farmers and local communities taken on board, to protect …

‘Heartbroken’ Parmeet Sethi had to shelve film after Salman Khan announced competing project: ‘John Abraham was hurt, studios backed out’ | Bollywood News

‘Heartbroken’ Parmeet Sethi had to shelve film after Salman Khan announced competing project: ‘John Abraham was hurt, studios backed out’ | Bollywood News

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Parmeet Sethi, who marked his acting debut with the Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol-starrer Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), worked relentlessly as an actor until 2010. He appeared both in television and films, until he decided one day that he was going to be a writer instead. He wrote a love story set against India-Pakistan ties, which never saw the light of the day due to several obstacles. He then wrote Badmaash Company, which was produced by Aditya Chopra and became one of the most successful films of that year. After Badmaash Company, Parmeet wrote another larger-than-life story on Indian wrestler Ghulam Mohammad Baksh Butt, aka The Great Gama. After writing the script, Parmeet approached Aditya Chopra. This time, the producer couldn’t back the actor as he was putting together a competing project featuring Salman Khan. Parmeet then approached John Abraham, who was set to back his film. But he was forced to shelve the film as Salman Khan announced another project on the same subject. This led to a long lull in Parmeet’s career, …

‘Manoj ji said he would shelve Purab Aur Paschim if I didn’t feature in it’

‘Manoj ji said he would shelve Purab Aur Paschim if I didn’t feature in it’

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A wonderful man has left us today. Manoj Kumar ji and I worked together in Shaadi [1962], Purab Aur Paschim [1970], and Balidaan [1971]. As soon as my first film Junglee [1961] became a big hit, I received many offers, among which was Shaadi. I used to be awkward while doing romantic songs. I had requested my dance director Satya Narayan ji to have one of his dancers as a stand-in for me, for the first song, Aaj ki raat naya chand. Manoj ji was very understanding. When my solo shots were being filmed, he’d quietly move away from the set.   A few years later, my family and I were attending a première at Metro cinema. After the film ended, I noticed Manoj ji at a distance, signalling something to my brother Sultan, but we could not reach him due to the crowd. The next day, he called my brother and suggested casting me in Upkar [1967]. I was also considered for Neel Kamal [1968]. Unfortunately, my dates were committed to other ventures. So, …

We lost the climax: Suzhal directors Pushkar-Gayatri had to shelve a demonetisation-based film when it happened for real | Web Series

We lost the climax: Suzhal directors Pushkar-Gayatri had to shelve a demonetisation-based film when it happened for real | Web Series

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Pushkar and Gayatri have earned the reputation of being smart filmmakers. Their films and shows – be it Vikram Vedha or Suzhal: The Vortex – have always ignited chatter. As Suzhal returns for a second season on Prime Video, the filmmakers chat with HT about the show and how their research can lead them to unusual rabbit holes. (Also read: Suzhal The Vortex creators Pushkar-Gayatri say show makes Broadchurch, Mare of Eastown’s genre ‘as Indian as possible’) Pushkar-Gayatri, the creators of Amazon Prime Video’s Tamil web series Suzhal: The Vortex. About Suzhal Season 2 The first season of Suzhal felt like a self-contained story, but the makers are now back with season 2. Pushkar explains, “This was always the plan. We wanted to take the story of Sakkarai and Nandini (played by Kathir and Aishwarya Rajesh, respectively) and give them arcs that continue beyond seasons. The idea was to have a new mystery, a new case but with these two characters acting as the common elements.” Nikhil Madhok, Head of Original Content India at Prime …

Devara Part 1 OTT release: Unimpressed internet asks Jr NTR to shelve Part 2

Devara Part 1 OTT release: Unimpressed internet asks Jr NTR to shelve Part 2

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Devara Part 1 OTT release: Koratala Siva’s Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor-starrer Devara: Part 1 was released in theatres on September 27. Despite the mixed reviews, the film’s team said it made ₹509 crore gross worldwide in 16 days of release. But since Devara: Part 1 was released on Netflix on November 8, there has been non-stop chatter on X (formerly Twitter), pointing out the film’s flaws. (Also Read: Suriya calls Chiranjeevi his inspiration; likes this about Jr NTR, Prabhas, Mahesh Babu) Devara: Part 1 OTT release: Jr NTR, who played dual roles in the film, has been asked by fans to ditch the sequel. Devara: Part 1 OTT release reactions Koratala has drawn ire since its Netflix release, with Anirudh Ravichander being called the film’s ‘saviour’. Numerous memes have also been made about how even Jr NTR’s fans, who staunchly supported the film when it was released theatrically, have now been pointing out its flaws. A fan asked Tarak to shelve the film’s sequel, Devara: Part 2, writing, “Shelve 2nd part …

Saira reveals Manoj Kumar was ready to shelve THIS film instead of replacing her

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Today, on Manoj Kumar’s birthday, Saira Banu took to Instagram and shared a long post for the veteran actor. In her post, Banu talked about Kumar’s relationship with Dilip Kumar, his first film with Saira, and an interesting anecdote from ‘Purab aur Paschim’.  The actress started by writing, “Soon after my first film, I received many offers, among which was `SHAADI.` Here, for the first time, I played opposite Manoj ji. I was a very shy youngster and had this peculiar habit of being awkward on the sets while doing romantic numbers. Manoj ji was very understanding; he would quietly move away from the set while my solo shots were being filmed. We were both people of very few words but worked comfortably together.” Further, she talked about Manoj Kumar’s bond with her husband and superstar Dilip Kumar, saying, “Manoj ji’s idol has been Sahib. They were close and would always venture to make different types of omelets, fly kites, and indulge in `Sher-O-Shayari.` There is a big joke, when the duo starred in `AADMI,` …