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A Touch of Vintage for the Modern Day Bride

‘Opulence’, a splendid bridal line by Jaya Mishra is a seamless amalgamation of Indo-western cut, fabric and craftsmanship. The theme revolves around the designer’s favourite possession, an antique jewellery box. Dazzling anarkalis, experimental six yards, contemporised lehengas and ornate sherwanis form the collection. A vintage touch to the chic design showcase makes the collection interesting. [...] Jan 28, 2014
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Ramdev urges Muslims to vote for Narendra Modi in 2014 polls

Hyderabad, Jan 26 (ANI): Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev on Sunday urged Muslims to vote for BJP’s PM candidate Narendra Modi in the upcoming 2014 general elections. Modi is accused to have not acted and encouraged the 2002 communal violence in Gujarat which claimed more than 1000 lives, mostly Muslims. Ramdev also said his aim was to ensure victory of Modi in the polls as he agreed to bring back Indian black money stashed in off-shore banks. Jan 26, 2014
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How to Make Winters Stylish

Mebaz, a design house in Hyderabad launches its fresh line of Indo-western red carpet wear for the winters at the HIFW. Cocktail gowns, bridal lehengas, unconventional six yards, hot tuxedos, classy shervanis, crafted out of velvet, raw silk and suede, form the trendy collection.  Manoj a stylist at Mehbaz, highlights the use of unique embellishments [...] Jan 26, 2014
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A Fashionable Sojourn to Hamilton

The small yet beautiful island of Hamilton finds its way on the fashion map in Hyderabad. Young designer Fabiha’s voyage to the island had her awestruck with its beauty; and we see that through her clothes. Starting the show with short dresses, in hues of blues and blacks, we see the transition to bright hued [...] Jan 25, 2014
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Aneesha Choudhary Ups Glam Quotient

Former top model, Aneesha Choudhary, adds glamour to fashion designer Anitha Reddy’s show at HIFW. The Miss Universe finale contestant sashays down the runway in an Indo-western creation inspired by the silence of waterfalls. A pink gown teamed  with a deep purple embellished jacket looked stylish on the tall beauty. Aneesha shares her experience on the ramp as a [...] Jan 25, 2014
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It happens: Dog Show

Rajkot/Patna, Jan 24 (ANI): Pet lovers were infused with enthusiasm and thronged a dog show with their respective canines. A dog show was organised in Rajkot city of India's western Gujarat province in which around 550 dogs of 26 different breeds took part. The main aim of the dog show was to inform people about different breeds of dogs and which ones can be kept as pet. Various breeds such as Labrador, Golden retriever, Saint Bernard, Pugs, Lhasa Apso, bullmastiff, etc competed with each other during the show. There were several stalls set up to provide information about the medicines given to dogs. Meanwhile, a dog show was held in eastern Patna city where canines participated and displayed their strength and agility. Jan 24, 2014
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It happens: Music Festival

Odisha, Jan 24 (ANI): With the commencement of spring, music lovers thronged the century- old famous Rajarani Temple in India's eastern Odisha state as it reverberated with the rhythm of Indian classical music by eminent classicists. Every year the Department of Tourism organises this festival beginning from January 18 to 20 in the grounds of the magnificent Rajarani Temple. The evening started with the Odissi vocal recital programme by an eminent singer. The music lovers present were deeply engrossed in the superb and impeccable elaboration of different Ragas and musical patterns, clear tonal quality and musical renderings. Each presentation was highly applauded by the people present in the festival. The atmosphere inside the temple premises was musical and thrilled the music lovers. The Rajarani Music festival is organised by Odisha Tourism and Development Corporation (OTDC) in association with Odisha Sangeet Natak Academy (OSNA). The objective of organising the festival is to showcase the cultural heritage of Odisha state and attract more tourists. Jan 24, 2014
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It happens: Theatre Festival

Manipur, Jan 24 (ANI): People in Imphal city of India's northeastern Manipur province got a glimpse of their traditional art and culture as they thronged a nine-day theatre festival in the region. The rich history and culture of the province is being shown through different plays during the 'Khundongbam Brojendro Theatre Festival', attracting prominent artists and theatre groups from across the country. The festival is an initiative of the Khundongbam Brojendro Cultural Trust in collaboration with Department of Arts and Culture, provincial government of Manipur. This is the third edition of festival based on the theme-'Theatre for peace and Friendship'. Besides local theatre groups, the festival also registered the participation of theatre groups from India's IT hub, Bangalore city. A play 'Bor Interview' written by Khundongbam Brojendro and directed by O Joykumar was staged by the Rupmahal Theatre group on the inaugural day of the festival. The festival will conclude on January 28. Jan 24, 2014
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I Want to Work with Salman Khan: Actor Monica Singh

Celebrity showstoppers Sridhar Rao and Monica Singh, at the recently concluded Hyderabad International Fashion Week, graced the runway in stylish ensembles by design house, Mebaz. While the actor looked like a prince in an intricately embellished ivory sherwani, Monica matched up to in a red ornate lehenga, making for the perfect Indian bride. Shruthi catches up with [...] Jan 24, 2014
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Is Resort Wear Trending in India?

How would a futuristic collection look like? Quirky, edgy and fun. Abhishek Dutta presents a sophisticated resort wear collection that revolves around hypothetical super beings who have taken over the world. To translate the same onto the ramp, he uses structures, prints and cuts inspired from celestial objects. Using chanderi, linen, organic cotton and leather, [...] Jan 23, 2014
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Veteran South Indian actor Nageshwara Rao passes away at 91

Hyderabad, Jan 22 (ANI): Veteran South Indian actor, A Nageswara Rao, who was diagnosed with cancer, passed away at the age of 91 on Wednesday at a private hospital in Hyderabad. Ministers as well as several eminent people from the regional Telugu film industry visited Rao’s house to pay their condolences. Jan 22, 2014
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Whos Designer Anitha Reddys Favourite Btown Diva?

Anitha Reddy’s Indo-western design showcase takes inspiration from the silence of waterfalls.  The flow of water inspires voluminous anarkalis, dreamy drapes, and flowy lehengas; and water droplets inspire intricate embroideries of pearl, sequin and zardosi. Jackets creatively clubbed with kurtis, gowns and six yards made an impressive statement in the collection. The fish tail braids for the models complimented their [...] Jan 22, 2014