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Salman Khan promotes Jai Ho in Mumbai

Mumbai, Jan 18 (ANI): Bollywood actor Salman Khan and debutante actress Daisy Shah were spotted promoting their upcoming action-drama movie, 'Jai Ho', in India's entertainment capital Mumbai. In the movie 'Jai Ho', which is a remake of a regional Telugu film 'Stalin', Salman Khan plays the role of an ex-Army officer who aspires to bring a change in the society by making people help each other. During the promotional event, Khan was seen both singing and dancing to the songs of his film along with one of the film's actress Shah. The film has been directed by Sohail Khan and music has been composed by Sajid-Wajid, Devi Sri Prasad and Amal Malik. The movie releases on January 24. Jan 18, 2014
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18 killed in a stampede in Mumbai

Mumbai, Jan 18 (ANI): At least 18 people were killed and several wounded in a stampede that broke out on Saturday near the residence of Dawoodi Bohra spiritual leader Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin. According to reports, the stampede took place near the Malabar Hill residence of Dr. Burhanuddin, who died on Friday, as people had gathered to pay homage to the spiritual leader. The bodies of those died in the stampede were taken to Saifee Hospital. Injured people have been taken for treatment. Jan 18, 2014
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Shah Rukh and Salman Khan hug again!

New Delhi, Jan 18 (ANI): Friends turn foe Shah Rukh and Salman have followed up their much-discussed hug at an iftaar party last year with a repeat performance at the Star Guild Awards held in Mumbai. As SRK went on-stage to receive his Entertainer of the Year prize, he and award host Salman shared a hug, watched by a thrilled audience.SRK and Salman have conducted a very public feud for five years, ever since they had an argument at actress Katrina Kaif's birthday party in the year 2008. Jan 18, 2014
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B Town stars sizzle at the red carpet of Star Guild Awards

Mumbai, Jan 17 (ANI): Looks like its award season for our tinsel villa...with back to back award ceremonies being held in the showbiz capital...our B-Town glitterati's are leaving no stones unturned to sizzle the red carpet of these glittering award nights. So the whole of Tinsel town came down to sizzle at the Star Guild Awards night in Mumbai last night. And with none other than our very own Dabangg Salman Khan as the host for the night, it was indeed a night to look forward for all of them. While Salman on the other hand looked quiet nervous! With so many stars twinkling under the same roof, it was indeed a shimmery night! Jan 17, 2014
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Neha Dhupia inaugurates IITT 2014

Mumbai, Jan 17 (ANI): Bollywood diva Neha Dhupia was seen inaugurating IITT 2014 -- a travel tourism exhibition in the showbiz capital, Mumbai recently. At the event, she told that what the importance of travel tourism is? She wore beautiful fusion ethnic attire as she paired her cropped brocade top with a skirt and a churidaar. She also wrapped a dupatta around her neck. No, doubt she looked quite classy! Jan 17, 2014
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Bipasha Basu launches her third fitness DVD

Mumbai, Jan 17 (ANI): Bengali babe Bipasha Basu, launched her third installment of fitness DVD, titled 'Unleash' in the showbiz capital Mumbai, recently. At the launch, fitness freak Bips told what made her start these DVD series. Great work Bipasha!!! Jan 17, 2014
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Somnath Bharti violated law, cannot arrest woman before lodging FIR: Abha Singh

Mumbai, Jan 17 (ANI): Following Delhi Law Minister Somnath Bharti's complains about inaction in Malviya Nagar Drug Racket by foreign nationals, Senior Advocate Abha Singh said that Bharti himself violated law. Singh said that Bharti committed offences like arresting a woman without FIR, arresting a woman after sunset, no lawyers given to women and freedom curtailment. Singh said that by this, Bharti created a rift between India and African countries which can put the security of Indians in Africa at stake. She also said that such acts can lead to 'gundaism' and anarchy in the country. Jan 17, 2014
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It happens: FLOWER SHOW

Kochi, Jan 17 (ANI): It was a visual treat for nature lovers at the annual flower show in Kochi city of India's southern Kerala province which concluded on a colourful note. The annual flower show, which kicked-off on January 08, saw participation of exhibitors from different parts of India who showcased different varieties of flowers. People were seen enjoying the show and clicking photographs of different varieties of blooming flowers like chrysanthemum, marigold, orchids, etc. The organizers said that nearly 1,500 rose varieties, 1,000 anthurium varieties, 1,000 orchids, dahlia petunia, gerbera and salvia were put on display. This was the 32nd edition of the Cochin Flower Show: 2014 and was organised by the Ernakulam District Agri-Horticulture Society in city's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Jan 17, 2014
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It happens: LAMP FESTIVAL

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 17 (ANI): Thousands of Hindu devotees thronged the famous Sree Padmanabha Swamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram city of India's southern Kerala and offered special prayers by lighting more than one hundred thousand earthen lamps also known as "lakshadeepam" to mark the festival of harvest. Lakshadeepam literally translates as one lakh lamps. On this day, the entire temple is lit with oil lamps and in its glittering background Lord Vishnu, Lord Narasimha and Lord Krishna are taken out on Garudavahana in a grand procession. Sree Padmanabha temple, located in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, is famous for the historic Murajapam festival observed once in 6 years. The last Lakshadeepam was celebrated in 2008. The ritual still continues as an immensely grand festival and visual magnitude attracting staggering numbers to the doors of this great Temple. This is a tradition that started in AD 1750. The 56- day- long Murajapam festival, that began on 19 November 2013 concluded on Makara Sankranthi day, according to the Malayalam calendar and included chanting of three vedas (Rigveda, Yajurveda and Samaveda).This is for the welfare of the people and land. Jan 17, 2014
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It happens: CAMEL FESTIVAL

Bikaner, Jan 17 A(NI): Hip hopping displayed with amazing footwork, dancing gracefully to the slightest direction of their drivers, and bumpy neck shaking rides lured travelers for setting up a date to visit the International Camel fair at Bikaner in India's desert state of Rajasthan. The two day festival has already garnered a lot of attention and saw the presence of dignitaries and politicians who were rooting for the entire concept. At the festival, the camels were decorated in traditional Rajasthani accessories and grabbed the spotlight with their dance moves.Western tourists as well as domestic ones were spellbound by the graceful performances of vibrantly dressed dancing camels. A variety of events including camel race, camel dance, camel decoration competitions and camel wrestling were held, which the tourists termed as exquisite.Camel trading and festivals related to camels are common in Rajasthan. One of the biggest camel festivals in Asia is the Pushkar camel fair that attracts tourists from India and overseas. Jan 17, 2014
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Back to back movie hits made 2013 special: Deepika

Mumbai, Jan 16 (ANI): Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone unveiled the cover of an entertainment magazine in India’s showbiz capital, Mumbai. During the launch, Padukone said that 2013 was a special year for her and added audiences did not get breathing space due to her back-to-back releases. She is in the film industry for six years now and Padukone garnered critical acclaim for her performance in Ayan Mukerji’s “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani”, which stars Padukone in the lead with Ranbir Kapoor. Jan 16, 2014