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Spiderman scales Mumbai buildings to campaign for general election

Mumbai, April 23 (ANI): An independent candidate, also known as Indian Spider-man, hangs from balconies, climbs buildings to campaign for parliamentary polls in India's showbiz capital Mumbai, which is due to vote in an election this week. Gaurav Sharma, who is a martial arts trainer and a fitness consultant, drew inspiration from comic book superhero, Peter Parker, and was seen jumping from one window to another asking voters to solicit their support. Dressed in spider-man's costume, Sharma, who is also contesting election convinces people in his constituency that he would use his powers to change their lives once he becomes their representative. But Sharma says his aim is also to encourage people to achieve their dreams by climbing ladders and passing all barriers. Apr 23, 2014
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I'm still a Delhi boy at heart: Sidharth Malhotra

New Delhi, April 15 (ANI): Sidharth Malhotra, who shifted base from the capital to the country's entertainment capital Mumbai, says while Mumbai has made him what he is today, he's still a Delhi boy at heart. "Mumbai has added so much to my personality, the exposure that you get and people you meet, the professionalism here, which we should have in Delhi. But I am still a Delhi boy at heart and Delhi is my home but Mumbai is great too," said Sidharth while unveiling of the cover of Mens Health magazine featuring him. "I was lucky to come in at a time when they were looking for new talent. I have done my share of auditions. I have evolved and changed over the period and Mumbai has a lot to do with that," he added. Apr 15, 2014
In Washington, a push to sterilize stray cats

In Washington, a push to sterilize stray cats

To curb the growing numbers of feral cats in the US capital, the Washington Humane Society is encouraging residents to set traps and bring the animals to a sterilization clinic, after which they are released.. Duration: 02:29 Apr 15, 2014
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Assam celebrates Rongali Bihu with fervour

Jorhat/Guwahati, April 14 (ANI): Thousands of devotees on Monday celebrated the Harvest festival, Rongali Bihu with great fervour across the state of Assam. This festival marks the beginning of Assamese New Year and annual harvest with ritual feasting and merry- making. Rongali Bihu is the most celebrated festival of Assam. It is a festival that transcends all religious and class barriers bringing people together in a free and uninhibited manner. People in capital city Guwahati played traditional games and sang traditional song and also performed traditional dance. In Jorhat, a cultural festival Ethnique was organised that sought to showcase the various traditions of Assam.People in this town also bathed their cows, as they considered them sacred and also worshipped them. Apr 14, 2014
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Kazakhstan entrepreneur promotes Expo 2017 on future energy in Mumbai

Mumbai, April 14 (ANI): A globe trotting 70-year-old entrepreneur from Kazakhstan, Sapar Iskakov, reached Mumbai bearing the flag of Expo 2017 in a bid to promote the international event on future energy being hosted in Astana, capital of the Central Asian country. The Foreign Ministry of Kazakhstan has arranged meetings for Iskakov in various countries to speak about the hosting venue, Astana and the event EXPO 2017. He is travelling at his own expense and has chosen not to disclose the cost of the journey. Sharing snippets from his journey so far, Iskakov on Monday spoke about the countries he has visited. Iskakov said that the event would be themed exclusively on future of energy through innovative but practical energy solutions as well as their global impact. Apr 14, 2014
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Bollywood Divas sizzle at the red carpet of Grazia Young Fashion Awards

Mumbai, April 14 (ANI): Bollywood divas and other celebrities glittered at the red carpet of a fashion awards event in India’s entertainment capital, Mumbai. Sonam Kapoor, Lisa Haydon, Esha Gupta, Richa Chadda and several others graced the red carpet with their style and left the attendees spell bound. Bollywood actress, Shraddha Kapoor, expressed her excitement at the possibility of winning an award. Various fashion entrepreneurs and fashion designers were also present. Grazia Young Fashion Awards of 2014 recognised the young and budding talent in India's fashion world. Bollywood actress, Aditi Rao Hydari, expressed her delight on attending the awards.The Grazia Young Fashion Awards is an annual event hosted by Grazia India, picking exceptional talents in the field of fashion and style. Apr 14, 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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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

Aquarium Exhibition-cum-Flower Show in Manipur offers blend of knowledge and visual treat

Imphal, April 13 (ANI): People flocked to the show of the rarest breeds of ornamental fishes and flowers at the seven day long state level Aquarium exhibition cum flower show organised by the Manipur Science & Technology Council and Aquarium & Floriculture Entrepreneurs in Imphal, the capital of Manipur. The exhibition which kicked off on April 10 would continue till April 16 and has intrigued people from all age groups. The event has been attended by aquarium entrepreneurs and floriculturalists from all across the state. A total of 84 colourful and attractive fish species has been put on display- 28 species of Indigenous fishes and 56 species of Exotic fishes were put on display. On the other hand, the floriculturists have shown a total of 124 plants species. Apr 13, 2014