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Celebrity Dedication: 5 Random things named after celebrities

New Delhi, April 14 (ANI): Celebrity Enthusiasts across the globe don't shy away in going head over heels to express their love for their favorite superstars. And a celebrity isn't a real celebrity unless they have things named after them. So here is a list of 5 random things named after celebrities by their fans! 1) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is worshiped as God in India and his fans in Kolkata have established a special temple for him where the star is worshiped with all the rites and rituals. Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit has a star named after her shinning in sky. As her fans went all the way to honour her with a celestial body named after her in the sky which is officially located in the Orion constellation. And it's not just the film celebrities who have things named after them but even the Sport stars don't lag behind. Sachin Tendulkar is widely regarded as the God of Cricket around the world and the cricketer was facilitated with a club named after him by the Mumbai Cricket Association. So the Mumbai gymkhana is now called the 'Sachin Tendulkar Gymkhana Club'. Apr 14, 2014
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Arjun and Alia goes on a promotional spree for '2 states'

Mumbai, April 13 (ANI): Bollywood's newest on-screen couple Arjun Kapoor and Alia Bhatt is on a promotional spree for their upcoming rom-com 2 states. The actors were recently spotted shaking legs at Korum Mall in Mumbai for their fans gathered at the mall. Directed by Abhishek Varman based on the novel of the same name written by Chetan Bhagat. The film is all set to be released on 18th April 2014. Apr 13, 2014
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Star studded launch of Prem Chopras biography in Mumbai

Mumbai, April 13 (ANI): The biography of veteran Bollywood actor, Prem Chopra, known for playing villain in films, was released recently in entertainment capital Mumbai, with many famous actors and actresses gracing the event with their dazzling presence. Prem Chopra is most famous for his evergreen dialogue ‘Prem naam hai mera... Prem Chopra’, which also happens to be the title of the biography. The book has been penned by Chopra’s daughter Rakita. Chopra revealed that he was ‘happy’ to essay the role of the villain, which he has projected so effortlessly. Apr 13, 2014
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Words are being put in my mouth, statements being misinterpreted: Abu Azmi

Mumbai, April 13 (ANI): Samajwadi Party leader Abu Azmi on Sunday clarified his statement on rapists and consensual sex, and said that words are being put in his mouth and that his statements are misinterpreted. Azmi said that Islam says that if a married or unmarried girl goes with a man and indulge in sexual activities, she is to be punished. Further, he clarified that rape victim should be given justice and therefore he never said anything as talked about in media. Apr 13, 2014
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Cast and crew of heropanti release song in Mumbai

Mumbai, April 13 (ANI): Director Sabbir Khan along with debutant Bollywood actors Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon released a song of their upcoming movie, ‘Heropanti’, in entertainment capital, Mumbai. The song has been composed by the duo Sajid-Wajid. Sharing his experience of working with the newcomers, Khan said it was challenging yet exciting. Reportedly, ‘Heropanti’ is a coming of age love story, which is essayed by two conflicting protagonists played by Shroff and Sanon. The movie also projects their battles with the society. The film has been produced by Sajid Nadiawala and its theatrical trailer was released on April 04. It is slated to be released on May 23. Apr 13, 2014
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Gulzar expresses happiness on being named for Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Mumbai, Apr 12 (ANI): Noted Filmmaker, Lyricist and Poet, Gulzar, on Saturday said that he is happy to be chosen for the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2013. Gulzar is the 45th recipient of the Award. The award consists of a Swarn Kamal (Golden Lotus), cash prize of 10 lakh rupees and a shawl. Apr 13, 2014
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PM alone not responsible for UPA sins: Balbir Punj

New Delhi/Mumbai, Apr 12 (ANI): BJP leader Balbir Punj, on Saturday questioned the timing of the book by PM Manmohan Singh’s former adviser Sanjaya Baru and said that Singh alone was not responsible for the crimes and sins done by Congress party. Apr 13, 2014
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It happens: Ram-Navami

New Delhi/Kanpur/Varanasi, April 11 (ANI): Devout Hindus paid obeisance at temples in northern India as nine-day fasting festival, 'Navratri', marked in honour of goddess Durga, concluded. Devotees thronged temples in New Delhi and Uttar Pradesh state to sought blessings of the goddess on the Hindu festival of 'Ram Navami'.According to the legends, Lord Rama sought blessings of goddess of power, Durga, before waging a war against a demon king Ravana. 'Ram Navami' is also one of the most important festivals of the Vaishnava sect of the Hindus. On this day, temples are decorated and the idols of Lord Rama, his wife, Sita and his brother Lakshman, are richly adorned. Devotees, both young and old, visit the temples and made offerings of sweets, flowers and fruits.The festival falls on the ninth-day of the moonlit fortnight in the months of March-April. Most people consider it an auspicious day and some even observe a strict fast a day earlier. It is believed that Lord Rama was born to eradicate evil from the earth. His saga is depicted in the Ramayana scripture. Apr 12, 2014
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It happens: Marathon for Peace & Unity

New Delhi, April 11 (ANI): Hundreds of school children participated in marathon race, 'Run for Unity' in New Delhi to promote peace, brotherhood and unity among people living in the country on Saturday. The marathon touched different places of worship in south Delhi, welcoming harmony among everyone.Teenagers from various parts of the nation participated in the marathon and stopped at religious destinations like temples, mosques, churches and Sikh holy shrines en route to receive tokens with religious symbols embossed on them.Eventually when the runners reached the final checkpoint, they received a set of golden rules with underlying messages of peaceful co-existence.The event was organised by Italy based Focolare Movement at Holy Child Auxilium School in New Delhi. Such events have been already organised many world cities by the firm. Apr 12, 2014
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