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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Urdu, Persian, drones, cyber talk, poetry and songs: Kashmir book fest to have it all
Representative image SRINAGAR: On the banks of Dal Lake, the Chinar Book Fair will return in all its glory between Aug 2 and 10, bringing hundreds of books of Urdu, Persian, Hindi, and English fiction, AI, science, and technology. There will also be sessions on drone technology, cybercrime, and Kashmiri ancient text Rajtarangini. Last year, a poetry session and song performance by Vishal Bhardwaj and Rekha Bhardwaj was a high point. This year, organisers say the fair is dedicated to local singers, artistes, and writers. Hindi film director Imtiaz Ali will also give a talk in one of the sessions. There will be a special session on "religion, culture and modernity" with Prof Mazhar Asif, vice-chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia as chief guest. There is a programme on "gender advocacy in Urdu and Persian", with Delhi University professor Syed Mubin Zehra and poet and author Nasreen Hamza Ali among the panelists. The invitation says entry is free, with discounts on books, and promises 'mushairas', 'sham-e-ghazals', sufiyana performances, literary activities, children's programmes, and meet-the-author presentations to engage a wide audience. The festival will have a national exhibition on the ancient Sharda script and a first-ever Gojri translation workshop. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Treatment That Might Help You Against Knee Pain Knee pain | search ads Find Now Undo There will be Tamil-Kashmiri Samvad (discussion), focusing on shared cultural and spiritual traditions. Organised by the National Book Trust (under the Union education ministry), in collaboration with the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL), the nine-day festival will see the participation of more than 200 publishers and booksellers from across India. Dr Amit Wanchoo, chief convener of the book fair, told TOI they had kept a session on drone technology where leading experts would discuss the subject. He said there would be separate sessions on cyber technology. "Last year, we saw a good number of people asking for discussions on modern technology. So why not drone technology and cybercrime? Young people relate to it, and it draws them towards the festival and books. " He said for literature lovers, "there will be creative writing and illustration workshops, calligraphy roundtable, storytelling programmes, and theatre performances. We expect a huge rush this year, particularly from different universities of Jammu & Kashmir and even from the University of Ladakh." The visitors will also be able to explore the Rashtriya e-Pustakalaya, a digital platform providing free access to thousands of e-books.
CTV News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
‘People coming together': Nova Multifest marks 8 years of continued growth
Dartmouth's waterfront will be alive with a global mix of music, entertainment and food this weekend. The 8th annual Nova Multifest will be held at Alderney Landing from Friday to Sunday. Organizers call it the 'biggest multicultural festival east of Toronto'. 'It's about preserving, promoting and celebrating our art, culture, and community' said Vishal Bhardwaj, the president of the Nova Multifest Society. The volunteer organization behind the event expects it to bring in more than 30,000 people over three days. In 2024, they welcomed more than 25,000 attendees. crowd The crowd is pictured under the pavilion watching a performance at Alderney Landing in Dartmouth, N.S., during Nova Multifest. (Courtesy: Nova Multifest Society) 'We're seeing exponential growth,' said Bhardwaj. 'Every year, we have more cultures and countries coming in. It's just now to the point where we have to select what performances we keep or not.' There will be more than 50 performances, including dancing, music and fashion showcases representing more than 35 different cultures. 'Ukrainian, Indonesian, Spanish, Egyptian dance, Latin music, and more,' said Bhardwaj. The event is also attracting visitors from outside Atlantic Canada. 'We get a lot of inquiries from different provinces or countries, even people from Europe, asking if it's free, if there's a charge, or how can they book seats,' said Bhardwaj. 'It's pretty amazing when you see those kinds of inquiries coming up. We're in the top ten events happening in [Halifax] the summer.' drummers A group of drummers are pictured, performing onstage at Nova Multifest. (Courtesy: Nova Multifest Society) Alongside the performances on the Main Stage there will crafters, heritage displays and more than 25 food vendors. The three-day event takes a year for the society to organize. They also support other cultural organizations with their events and fundraising initiatives. 'When people come together smiling and dancing, that's the biggest reward we get it. And it's so powerful, so satisfying. It motivates us to do more.' Expenses increase every year but Bhardwaj said volunteers and sponsors for help keep admission free. 'It's not possible without their support having such a large event going safely and smoothly.' Dancers A group of dancers are pictured performing onstage at Nova Multifest. (Courtesy: Nova Multifest Society. For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
News18
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Fact Check: Is Vishal Bhardwaj And Shahid Kapoor's Film Titled Romeo? Director Reveals
Last Updated: Vishal Bhardwaj denies reports that his next film with Shahid Kapoor is titled Romeo. He clarified it's still untitled and dismissed the rumours as fake. Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj's next is making quite a buzz. With the movie name not being officially revealed, several reports have claimed different titles making it to the final cut. Earlier in the day, a leading entertainment news portal claimed that the movie has been named Romeo, and now the director himself has reacted to the claims. Vishal Bhardwaj took to his social media and shared the report on his Instagram story, calling it 'Fake'. He went on to pen a note in the comment section of the post and wrote, 'No, it is not titled Romeo and I deny it here!!! It is still untitled." It is said that Shahid Kapoor will be seen in a never-seen-before avatar of a gangster with a colourful life. Meanwhile, yesterday it was reported that a high-voltage box office clash is loading for this December, with The Raja Saab, Dhurandhar, and Vishal Bhardwaj directorial starring Shahid all set to clash. Yesterday, on July 22, a Bollywood Hungama report mentioned that there is no change in the release date of Shahid Kapoor's next. The portal quoted a source close to the development as saying, 'It was the makers of Shahid Kapoor's next that took the December 5 slot first. The filming is going on at a steady pace, and the film has shaped up well. Producer Sajid Nadiadwala is confident of the product and doesn't feel the need to move from the date that he was the first one to reserve." However, an official confirmation is still awaited. On Ranveer Singh's birthday, the makers dropped the first look of Dhurandhar. Apart from Ranveer, the makers also revealed the first looks of the film's other leading cast members, including Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Akshaye Khanna. The release date of Dhurandhar was also unveiled – December 5, 2025. Coming to Prabhas's horror comedy, The Raja Saab, the film's teaser was recently released. The Raja Saab is produced by People Media Factory and Viswa Prasad. The film is set to release on December 5, 2025, in five languages – Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. Directed by Maruthi, the film's music is composed by Thaman S. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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First Post
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Triptii Dimri on reuniting with Sandeep Reddy Vanga for 'Spirit' after 'Animal': 'Good to work with...'
Currently, she is awaiting the release of Dhadak 2, wherein she will be seen sharing the screen space with Siddhant Chaturvedi for the first time read more Triptii Dimri is on a roll! After the release of her upcoming film 'Dhadak 2', the actress will be seen showcasing her mettle in a highly awaited film 'Spirit' with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and an untitled film with Vishal Bhardwaj. Recently, Triptii reacted to the exciting phase in her career and shared her views about collaborating with both filmmakers on different projects. Staying unfiltered about her team-ups, Triptii said, 'Good to work with different different people because you get to learn so much. I've just been working with Vishal,' and added, 'Well, that film is also going to come out soon. I am really excited about that. And after that, of course Mr. Vanga in Spirit and I am really excited about that too. It's a beautiful film.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With a slew of interesting lineups, Triptii's collaboration with Vishal Bhardwaj is much-anticipated as the filmmaker is renowned for his intense storytelling and layered narratives. While not much is known about the plot, it is being said that the actress will be seen in a refreshing avatar. Following this, Triptii's collaboration with Sandeep Reddy Vanga for Spirit has generated immense hype. Considering the Animal director's record of delivering emotionally charged spectacles with adrenaline-fueled plots, the audiences are excited to see Triptii work under his vision again. In addition to Spirit and an untitled project with Vishal Bhardwaj, Triptii also has an untitled film with director Imtiaz Ali in the pipeline. With big banner films and intriguing collaborations with acclaimed directors, Triptii Dimri has affirmed herself as one of the most bankable and in-demand actresses of today's time. Currently, she is awaiting the release of Dhadak 2, wherein she will be seen sharing the screen space with Siddhant Chaturvedi for the first time. Directed by Shazia Iqbal, the film is slated for a theatrical release on 1st August.
Economic Times
06-06-2025
- Economic Times
Online betting, gambling: ED freezes over 760 'mule' bank accounts, arrests two
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has frozen 766 "mule" bank accounts and over a dozen credit and debit cards besides arresting two persons as part of a money laundering investigation against a racket that conducted illegal betting in IPL and T20 cricket world cup matches apart from gambling, the agency said.A mule bank account is used to launder illicit funds by criminals or fraudsters without the consent or knowledge of the real account federal probe agency said in a statement issued on Thursday that the action was taken under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) while it carried out searches at various premises in West Bengal, Delhi, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and money laundering case stems from an FIR registered by the West Bengal Police in Siliguri under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the West Bengal Gambling and Prize Competitions Act, modus operandi deployed by the accused includes opening of "mule" bank accounts (saving, current and corporate) by recruiting people to act as "money mules" in exchange for money paid either as a one-time basis or on a recurring monthly basis, depending on the nature and utility of the account, the ED agency said these bank accounts were "specifically" intended for the collection and subsequent layering of proceeds generated through illegal online betting and gambling activities being run through some websites and channels of the online communication platform Telegram."These mule account holders had no control or access to the accounts. The scamsters induced people to contact through WhatsApp numbers for betting and gambling in different games like IPL (Indian Premier League related to T20 cricket), ISL (Indian Super League linked to football), T20 World Cup, online rummy, online casino, etc.," the ED hundred sixty-six mule bank accounts and 17 debit or credit cards linked to the activities connected with proceeds of crime have been frozen and two persons, Vishal Bhardwaj alias Badal Bhardwaj and Sonu Kr Thakur, have been arrested, the ED agency said the two persons were also charge-sheeted by the West Bengal Police in their charge-sheet filed in the case earlier but they were shown as "absconders".
