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Gautam Gambhir among 5 sportsperson received Padma Award

Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir, and four other sports personalities received Padma Awards from President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday for their awe-inspiring contribution to the sports world. Gambhir was conferred with Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award, along with footballer Sunil Chhetri, archer Bombayla Devi Laishram and Prashanti Singh, noted basketball player.The third highest civilian award, Padma Bhushan, was given to Bachendri Pal, first Indian woman to climb Mount Everest.The investiture ceremony was held at Rashtrapati Bhawan. Padma Awards - one of the highest civilian Awards of the country, are conferred in three categories, namely, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. The Awards are given in various disciplines and fields of activities, viz- art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc..This year 112 personalities received the honour, out of ...

Here's how Ranveer reacted to Deepika's wax statue

After the unveiling of actress Deepika Padukone's wax statue at Madame Tussauds museum here, her actor-husband Ranveer Singh took to social media to express love for his wife over her new achievement.

Chrissy responds to troll asking for bikini image

Model Chrissy Teigen, who is married to musician John Legend, has hit back at a troll who was not happy with the fact that she posts many images of her children rather than her own.

JNU organises award ceremony in honour of freedom fighters of Northeast

The Jawaharlal Nehru University Friday organised an award ceremony in honour of freedom fighters of northeast and five students were felicitated, the varsity said. The NAMASTE Governor Acharya Award 2018 was organised by Special Centre for the Study of North East India, JNU. "University education must be towards the service of society and the nation," said Governor of Nagaland PB Acharya, who was present at the event. "Five awards will be given every year in honour of freedom fighters of the states of Northeast India in rotation," said Prof Bhagat Oinam, chairperson of the centre. The competition for the awards was based on the research works being carried out by students of the JNU on various issues and problems of the region. The five awardees were Aditya Bordalai, Gaithoilu Gangmei, Md Chingiz Khan, Munmi Pathak and Sikha Dutta in the honour of U Tirot Sing of Meghalaya, Rani Gaidinliu of Nagaland, Bir Tikendrajit Singh of Manipur, Lokpriya Gopinath Bardoloi of Assam and Pasaltha ..

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Deepika's wax statue 'double trouble' for sister

As actress Deepika Padukone unveiled her Statue of Purpose at Madame Tussauds here, her sister Anisha Padukone called it "double trouble".

Seema Mehta bags 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' award

Renowned Kathak dancer Seema Mehta has been conferred the 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' award for her contribution towards women empowerment over the last 15 years. She received the award from President Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi as part of the Women's Day celebrations, a press release said. Mehta, who began her journey in Kathak set up her dance school in Mumbai in 2010. She is also the Director of 'Chhandam Nritya Bharati' in Mumbai and was actively involved in promotion of Kathak dance form. "I am extremely humbled and honoured to have received the Nari Shakti Puraskar award. I would like to dedicate it to my mother - a woman who stood by me through thick and thin. I would also like to extend my gratitude to my family who have been pillar of strength," she said.

Hamilton, Vettel pay tribute to race director Whiting

Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel led Formula One drivers in paying tribute to race director Charlie Whiting, who has died aged 66.

Louis Tomlinson's sister dead at 18

One Direction star Louis Tomlinson's sister Felicite Tomlinson is dead. She was 18.

Queen 'deeply saddened' by New Zealand mosque attacks

Queen Elizabeth II, New Zealand's head of state, said she was "deeply saddened" by the attacks on two mosques on Friday which left 49 people dead. "I have been deeply saddened by the appalling events in Christchurch... At this tragic time, my thoughts and prayers are with all New Zealanders," she said in a message. "Prince Philip and I send our condolences to the families and friends of those who have lost their lives," she said, paying tribute to emergency workers and volunteers providing support to the injured. Queen Elizabeth, 92, the world's oldest and longest-serving living monarch, is queen of 15 other realms besides Britain, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. She last visited New Zealand in 2002 as part of celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of her accession to the throne.

MJ impersonator defends King of Pop (IANS Interview)

Michael Firestone, who has gained popularity for impersonating Michael Jackson across the world with his live shows, has defended the late King of Pop against allegations of sexual abuse against him in controversial documentary "Leaving Neverland". He says money is a "great motivator" behind the claims.

NZ mosque gunman was Australian right-wing 'terrorist': Australia PM

The gunman who killed numerous worshippers in a New Zealand mosque on Friday was a right-wing "terrorist" with Australian citizenship, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said. "We stand here and condemn, absolutely the attack that occurred today by an extremist, right-wing, violent terrorist," Morrison told a press conference. He confirmed media reports that the gunman who mowed down worshippers in the main mosque in the southern New Zealand city of Christchurch was an Australian-born citizen. He said Australian security authorities were investigating any links between the country and the attack, but declined to provide further details about the Australian gunman. An emotional Morrison offered his sympathies to Kiwis. "We are not just allies, we are not just partners, we are family," he said. New Zealand police said they had detained three men and one woman after attacks on two Christchurch mosques, but they have not provided their identities. "It is such a sad and devastating reminder of .

'Terrorist' in NZ mosque attack Australian: Australia PM

The gunman who killed numerous worshippers in a New Zealand mosque on Friday was a right-wing extremist with Australian citizenship, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said. Morrison said the shooting in Christchurch was carried out by "an extremist, right-wing, violent terrorist" who was an Australian-born citizen. He declined to provide further details, saying the investigation was being led by New Zealand authorities.

Multiple deaths in New Zealand mosque shooting

An active shooter is at large in Christchurch, New Zealand, after an attack on a mosque in the city on Friday, police said.

Learnt a lot from failure: Kapil Sharma

Comedian Kapil Sharma Thursday said he learnt a lot from his failure and was thankful to those who stood by him during his tough times. Kapil had a fight with his co-artiste Sunil Grover while working on two different shows -- "Comedy Nights with Kapil" and "The Kapil Sharma Show". The two are now not working together. The comedian took a break to focus on his health after a spate of controversies. Kapil said he is learning to deal with being a public figure. "I talk straight from my heart. I am bit cautions now...There is a responsibility as a celebrity and I feel I need to mature and not talk nonsense (faltu)," he said on the third day of FICCI Frames here, when asked about the lessons learnt from his failure. "You learn a lot from failure. I also learnt a lot during this phase and I would try not to repeat it again. I am thankful to those who stood by me." He said he learnt not to give importance to trolling on social media but acknowledges genuine criticism coming his way. When ...

Now you are back from sanyas, pay Daiichi, SC tells Shavinder

The Supreme Court on Thursday told Fortis's Shivender Singh that since he has come back from 'sanyas', he should focus on paying along with his brother Malvinder Singh Rs 3,500 crore awarded to Japanese drug maker Daiichi Sankyo by a Singapore-based arbitration tribunal.

South African TV host 'victim of racist attack'

A black South African TV and radio presenter has claimed that he was the victim of a racially motivated attack after stopping to help a group of white people whose car had overturned.

Merck Foundation calls for applications for "Merck More Than a Mother" Fashion Awards in partnership with the First Lady of Zambia and Zambia Fashion Week

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany announces the Call for Application of "Merck More Than a Mother" Fashion Awards in partnership with H.E. ESTHER LUNGU, The First Lady of Zambia, together with Zambia Fashion Week. "All Fashion Designers are invited to create a design with the aim to deliver strong and influential messages to empower infertile women and say "No to Infertility Stigma". Designs ideas can also deliver messages to encourage men to speak openly about their infertility because 50% of infertility causes are due to male factor," explained Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of Merck More Than a Mother.Who can apply?All Fashion Designers from ZambiaHow to apply?The applicants are requested to send the sketches of their creations as an attachment on email: info@merck-foundation.com. Please mention the subject: Merck Foundation Fashion Awards and add your name, your email, and contact number.Last date of submission:Entries can be ...

Masaba Gupta, Madhu Mantena file for divorce

After separating on a trial basis last year, designer Masaba Gupta and filmmaker Madhu Mantena have filed for divorce.

Australian IS bride's request to return rejected

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Thursday rejected an Islamic State (IS) bride's request to return home, saying she had to face the consequences for her actions.