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Arjun Rampal gets into remembrance mode

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Actor Arjun Rampal remembers the deaths of some legends and tagged Friday as the "day of remembrance".

Jan 23 marks the 118th birth anniversary of freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and the 88th birth anniversary of Shiv Sena founder-patriarch Bal Thackeray.

And the world also lost some legends from different fields on this day. Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz died of complications from pneumonia early Friday. Hollywood actor Heath Ledger, known for his portrayal as fictional character Joker in the movie "The Dark Knight" also died Jan 22.

"A day of remembrance. The Tiger Balasaheb Thackeray, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, The Joker Heath Ledger, King Abdullah. #legends," he tweeted Friday.

Meanwhile, Arjun is gearing up for his forthcoming film "Roy", in which he will be seen as a writer.

Directed by Vikramjit Singh, "Roy" also features Jacqueline Fernandez and Ranbir Kapoor and will release Feb 13.

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Lara Dutta's special act in 'Fitoor'

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Actress Lara Dutta, who will be seen in upcoming movie "Fitoor", has a special treat planned for her fans.

The actress shared her insight about the movie while answering the questions of one of her fans on micro-blogging site Twitter. But she didn't reveal much about her role.

"Doing something special in Fitoor :-) "@AbhayLD: Still not sure whether @laradutta is doing #Fitoor or not," the actress tweeted Friday.

To be directed by Abhishek Kapoor, "Fitoor" will also feature Katrina Kaif and Aditya Roy Kapur.

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Sonam Kapoor floored by 'Dolly Ki Doli' response

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Actress Sonam Kapoor seems to be basking in all the appreciation that has come her way for her recently released film "Dolly Ki Doli".

"Ohmygod! Overwhelmed by the reviews and feedback! This the best response ever!! Yayyyy!!" she tweeted.

The film revolves around a conwoman who robs her grooms on the wedding night and runs away. It also features Rajkummar Rao, Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma.

Directed by Abhishek Dogra, the film is produced by Arbaaz Khan and released Friday.

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Evelyn was offered the lead in 'I'

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Actress Evelyn Sharma says she had bagged the lead role in Tamil magnum opus "I" but language barrier discouraged her from taking it up.

New release “I“, starring Vikram and Amy Jackson, was once offered to Evelyn.

“Yes, it is true that I had auditioned and had bagged the lead, however language barrier made me withdraw from the project. This film came to me even before I did my first film ‘From Sydney with Love’,” Evelyn said in a statement.

“I hadn’t even tried my hand in Hindi cinema so, doing a Tamil film made me very nervous and unfortunately had to let go off the project. I am definitely kicking myself to have not taken the plunge,” she added.

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Say no to violence against religion: A.R. Rahman

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Double Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has urged people to stop violence against religion.

The 48-year-old took to his official Twitter page to promote the annual World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW) to be held in the first week of February.

“SAY NO TO VIOLENCE IN THE NAME OF RELIGION! Stand up for World Interfaith Harmony during 1st week of Feb #WIHW2015 ,” Rahman tweeted.

World Interfaith Harmony Week, started by UN in 2011, is a way to promote harmony between all people regardless of their faith.

Apart from winning the two Academy Awards, Rahman has also won two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, four National Film Awards, 15 Filmfare Awards and 13 Filmfare Awards South.

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Big B feels blessed, overwhelmed with Padma Vibhushan

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Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was named for one of the highest civilian awards of the country, Padma Vibhushan, says he is humbled and honoured by the recognition.

The screen icon, who has gathered love and appreciation from all quarters in his over four decade-long career span, also thanked his fans for making him what he is today.

The awards were announced Sunday night on the eve of the 66th Republic Day.

“The Government of India has decorated me today with the highest Padma Award of the country, the Padma Vibhushan... I have no words to express my gratitude to the powers that be and am most humbled and overwhelmed by the generosity of the people that decide or sit on judgment on this,” the 72-year-old posted on his official blog srbachchan.tumblr.com.

Amitabh, who is known as the Shahenshah of the Hindi silver screen, went on to mention that with this honour his family hold seven such awards.

“In the family now we have a combined list of 7 such awards of the highest National acclaim...My Father (Harivansh Rai Bachchan): Padma Shree, Padma Bhushan. Jaya: Padma Shree. Aishwarya: Padma Shree. AB: (Amitabh Bachchan) Padma Shree, Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan (sic),” he wrote.

The actor, who has delivered exceptional performances in movies like “Deewaar”, “Agneepath”, “Sholay”, "Don", “Black” and “Paa”,, said he feels “blessed” by the appreciation.

“In one family this must be perhaps the only reference or case in the country. I feel blessed and honoured, fortunate and humbled, overwhelmed and submerged by the affection and love of the people,” he added.

This year, the thespian will continue to regale Bollywood lovers with movies like “Shamitabh”, “Piku” and “Wazir".

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Bollywood celebs salute R-Day parade, feel proud

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On the country's 66th Republic Day Monday, a host of film celebrities not just recounted their memories of watching the annual parade but also tuned into the colourful showcase of India's culture, and expressed pride.

On this special day, several of them wished that peace and unity prevails in the country and around the world always The day saw US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle share the podium with Indian President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Republic Day parade in Delhi.

The stars took to Twitter to share their wishes. Here's what they had to say:

Shah Rukh Khan: Memories and Pride watching the Parade on TV. Missing my family and how we went to watch the parade from the Freedom Fighters section. Jai Hind!

Lara Dutta: Always so immensely proud to watch our Republic Day Parade! Happy Republic Day fellow Indians. No matter where in the world you are. Amazing to see so many women parade commanders. Brings back memories! My sister Cheryl led the NCC contingent in 1992.

Madhur Bhandarkar: Happy republic day. Gantantra diwas kee shubhkamnayen. Proud to be an Indian - Jai Hind. Vande Mataram.

Farhan Akhtar: Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity. The 4 tenets our nation was founded on. Let's promise to preserve them. Happy Republic Day.

Sridevi: Wishing all a very Happy Republic Day. A day of pride and honor for all Indians. #JaiHind #ObamaInIndia #ProudIndian

Tisca Chopra: Happy Republic day...Hope everyone is watching the R-day parade on TV, with a cup of Chai? Looks freezing in Dilli.

Sonakshi Sinha: Happy Republic Day!!! #IlovemyIndia #JaiHind

Arjun Rampal: Happy Republic Day. Let's all stay united, peaceful and proud Indians forever. Jai Hind.

Mallika Sherawat: Happy Republic day, watching the Parade on TV, loving it.

Sophie Choudry: Happy Republic Day everyone! Be a force of positive change.

Shabana Azmi: 1 of my happiest childhood memories is being taken in a truck along with Red Flag Hall residents to watch the lights at Chowpatty on Republic Day.

Preity Zinta: Happy Republic Day to all my fellow Indians. It's nice to see President Obama watching the Republic Day parade with our PM. Jai Hind!

Shantanu Moitra: Republic day parade is nostalgia time for me when I used to go with parents to see the parade....the parade leaves u a proud Indian.

Nargis: Totally enjoying watching the Republic Day Parade! It's so beautiful.

Kunal Kohli: Even jub main chota bucha tha whenever I saw the #RepublicDay parade I felt proud n emotional.

Celina Jaitly: To see my country finally in good hands, in people's good views. This indeed is a heartfelt "Happy Republic Day". Long live our motherland!

Mini Mathur: My fav traditional Republic Day morning since childhood...Parade telecast and Chai in bed...Jai hind people - May we uphold the constitution.

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India Fashion Week 2015 to start March 25

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The 2015 autumn-winter edition of the India Fashion (IFW) will begin here March 25, the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) has announced.

The five-day fashion extravaganza will be held at Pragati Maidan, and if reports are to be believed, it will happen sans its title sponsor of nine years, Wills Lifestyle.

“We are delighted to announce the dates for the IFW Autumn-Winter 2015. It is a time for commemoration for us as we have achieved, an emboldening milestone, having completed a decade-and-a-half in the business of taking fashion to imposing heights,” Sunil Sethi, president FDCI said in a statement.

“The previous season was a reverberating success, we are certain that the adept style gurus, who will be showcasing next on this coveted forum will keep pace with the brilliant work and raise the proverbial style bar higher,” he added.

IFW, a bi-annual event organised by the FDCI -- India's apex fashion body -- is considered a great platform for upcoming as well as accomplished designers to showcase their diverse creations.

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Wonderful: Jaya Bachchan on filmmakers' fancy for literature

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Veteran actress Jaya Bachchan said it's a "wonderful" trend in Indian cinema that filmmakers are going for subjects based on published literature and said this augurs well for women in cinema.

"I think a new trend that has started is that people have started taking subjects from published literature in our country, Indian literature or even others (like William Shakespeare's works).

"That's a wonderful trend because once we go back to literature, we will naturally go back to a lot of things that should be done the way it should be done," she said at a special session of the Kolkata Literary Meet here Sunday evening.

Jaya also appreciated the different genres of cinema that have come up.

"I am hopeful. We are looking at different kinds of cinema," she said in response to the progress of women in cinema.

Jaya had a supporting role in Satyajit Ray's Bengali film "Mahanagar" (1963) at the age of 15 and was seen in the lead role in Hrishikesh Mukherjee's "Guddi" in 1971.

Quizzed on the relevance of her films she said: "I don't think it ('Guddi') is relevant today but 'Mahanagar' is."

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'Lai Bhaari' moment at R-Day parade, Riteish, Genelia thrilled

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Actor-producer Riteish Deshmukh and his wife Genelia are happy that the “Mauli mauli” song from their Marathi production “Lai Bhaari” was used to represent the tableau of Maharashtra at the 66th Republic Day parade in the capital Monday.

While "Lai Bhaari" marked Riteish's debut in the Marathi movie space, the movie is produced by Genelia.

“As a producer of Lai Bhari - thrilled that 'Mauli' song was used 2 represent D State of Maharashtra. @BarackObama 's first Marathi song-hehe,” Genelia tweeted.

For Riteish, it was a proud moment.

“Lai Bhaari Moment - Maharashtra State representation @ the Republic Day Parade ws done on 'Mauli Mauli' song. #MeProud,” he tweeted.

Directed by Nishikant Kamat, "Lai Bhaari" also features Sharad Kelkar and Aditi Pohankar.

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Ali Zafar's musical tribute to Peshawar attack victims

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Pakistani actor-singer Ali Zafar has brought together musicians, actors and sportspersons for the video of his new single “Urein ge”, which translates into "Will fly", to pay tribute to the victims of the Peshawar massacre.

According to the Dawn, the video will feature big names like cricketer Shoaib Malik, actor Ali Kazmi, actresses Mahira Khan and Humaima Malick.

The 34-year-old actor took to micro-blogging site Twitter to share the humbling experience.

“Can't explain how humbled I feel to see the entire tv, film and music industry come together for a song I did about the #PeshawarAttack,” he wrote.

The world was left shocked in December last year by the gruesome killing of 150 people, including 140 children in an attack by a terrorist group on an army-run school in the Pakistani city of Peshawar.

The artistes, who have united for Ali's video, also expressed confidence in his musical effort to honour the lost souls.

Ali, who has appeared in several commercials in Pakistan, has also acted in TV serials “Lunda-Bazar”, “Kanch Ke Par” and teenage sitcom “Kollege Jeans” in his home country.

He made his Bollywood debut in 2010 with "Tere Bin Laden" and went on to do films like “Mere Brother Ki Dulhan", "Chashme Baddoor” and was recently seen in "Kill/ Dil" also starring Parineeti Chopra, Ranveer Singh and Govinda.

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Bihar activist demands Bharat Ratna for Mountain Man

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In India's 66th year as a Republic, Bihar-based activist Rakesh Ranjan is trying to gather steam for his campaign to get the government to recognise as Bharat Ratna 'Mountain Man' Dashrath Manjhi. He hand-chiseled a road through a rocky hill to connect his inacessible village to the nearest town over 22 years of labour.

Ranjan from Gaya in Bihar is deeply "inspired" by Manjhi, and he wants India to know the story of the unsung hero.

"He (Manjhi) needs to be honoured and with the highest civilian award...Dashrath's feat came about in a selfless way and the man worked relentlessly for 22 years without any resources," Ranjan said.

Manjhi hails from Dashrath Nagar in Gaya district. In 22 years, he cut a 300-metre-long and 25-ft-wide road through a hill to link Ghivra Mauja of Dashrath Nagar, in Gehlaur Ghati, to Atara Prakhand, Wajirganj, thereby reducing the distance between the two places from 75 km to just one km.

He launched his truly Herculean effort when taking his injured wife to a hospital became an arduous task.

Manjhi himself died in 2007 at the age of 70, but stories of his work are now being spoken about.

Ranjan is now trying to bring forth Manjhi's story on the social medium.

"The online world has received Manjhi's story with fascination, respect and disbelief. A few days ago, this was the trending story on an Indian website. There is also a Twitter Chat, and Reddit India AMA organised on Republic Day to discuss how the country should celebrate heroes like Manjhi. Some of the comments I have seen from people are truly inspirational. Everyone is moved by his story," Ranjan told IANS.

Milaap.org, a crowdfunding platform for social impact, has also launched its 'The Mountain Man Project', named after Manjhi, to galvanise efforts towards recognising the common Indian's heroism.

Meanwhile, the Mountain Man has also found his share of the fans in the film fraternity.

An episode of Aamir Khan's TV Show "Satyamev Jayate" in 2014 was dedicated to Manjhi, and even director Ketan Mehta has made a film on him, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the lead since he was so inspired by this common man's uncommon story.

"In sharing these stories, I hope every Indian is inspired and many more take up the challenge to be the change ourselves," Ranjan added.

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It's Shruti Haasan's turn to give back to fans

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Actress Shruti Haasan, who will turn 29 Wednesday, has decided to celebrate her birthday with her fans on a social networking platform. She has asked her fans to post details and pictures of a good deed they may have done.

"Shruti has always believed in doing things that matter and help make a difference to others' lives. On her birthday, she wants to share this very belief with her fans for which she will run a special online birthday exercise," a source close to Shruti told IANS.

"She has asked her fans to send her information and a picture of their act of kindness -- something nice they did for someone else lately, via social media. From those entries, she will pick the best five and send them personalised autographed merchandise with a special message from her," the source said.

Shruti believes "the greatest gift is the gift of giving".

"The best gift is being there for someone who needs you. Hence this year for my birthday, I'm asking my fans to gift me a good birthday by being kind to someone who really needs it. The fans and audience are the reason why you are who you are, so why not celebrate them and their deeds on my birthday," she said in a statement.

Shruti has projects such as "Rocky Handsome", "Welcome Back", "Main Gabbar", "Yaara", "Puli" and yet-untitled Telugu project with Mahesh Babu in her kitty.

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B-Town mourns death of 'Common Man' R.K. Laxman

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India has lost its morning smile, said Bollywood stars like Anupam Kher and Anil Kapoor on the demise of legendary cartoonist R.K. Laxman, creator of the iconic "The Common Man".

Here’s what they tweeted:

Anil Kapoor: Saddened to hear about the demise of #RKLaxman Had the privilege to be sketched by the legendary artist.

Anupam Kher: With RK Laxman's demise India has lost it's morning smile.

Rahul Bose: So very sad to hear of Mr R K Laxman's passing. The quiet chronicler of modern India. He stands alone. My foundation salutes him. #RIP

Masaba Gupta: Humuor just lost it's beautiful hint of subtlety. Thank you for keeping it cool yet classy. RIP RK laxman.

Swara Bhaskar: Poetically tragic that the creator of 'the common man' passes away on Republic Day! #RIPRKLaxman

Shruti Seth: Now we've totally lost our sense of humour RIP #rklaxman

Kabir Bedi: For over 50 years nobody expressed the feelings and frustration of India's "common man" better than Laxman. RIP #rklaxman

Vikram Bhatt: The illustrator of the common man passes away. Rest in peace #rklaxman. A salute from the comman man to the most uncommon amongst us.

Vishal Dadlani: Feels like a kick in the gut! One of the bravest, most impartial, funniest cartoonists and political commentators ever! RK Laxman, RIP!

Kunal Kohli: #RKLaxman RIP The day the common man died

Nikhil Advani: A common man with an uncommon voice. He always "said it" #rklaxman #RIPCommonMan

Manoj Bajpayee: Aam aadmi is grieving today. His creator and voice departed forever. RIP RK LAXMAN

Subhash Ghai: My fond memories with RK LAXMAN amazingly simple man. He specially sent me 15 copies of his book signed by him 4me n library@Whistling_Woods.

Gul Panag: The Common Man. #RIP. #Genius "@MANJULtoons: #rklaxman

Ameesha Patel: Feel low hearing the news of the demise of super cartoonist RKLAXMAN...voice of d common man...RIP u will be missed

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Nimrat poses with ‘super inspiring’ Lupita Nyong'o

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Indian actress Nimrat Kaur struck a pose with Oscar-winning Hollywood star Lupita Nyong'o at at the 21st edition of the Screen Actors Guild Awards held in Los Angeles.

The ceremony took place Sunday night and "The Lunchbox" star grabbed an opportunity to take a photograph with Nyong'o.

“Girl power! The super inspiring , shining @Lupita_Nyongo @SAGawards #SAGSwag,” Nimrat, who is also seen in US TV series "Homeland", tweeted.

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Modelling is stepping stone to acting: Rakul Preet Singh

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Rakul Preet Singh first faced the camera when she was all of two, and her love for showbiz since has only grown manifold. Having done her fair share of catwalks before entering films, she says modelling gives newcomers a push into the movie world.

Rakul, who made her Bollywood debut with “Yaariyan” and has starred in various southern films like “Venkatadri Express”, “Loukyam” and “Current Theega”, calls herself a “filmy kid”.

“I was a filmy kid. I was two when I faced the camera for the first time. My parents realised it pretty early and I’m really thankful to them for their support and help. I did modelling for a year, but then I always wanted to be an actress,” Rakul told IANS over phone from Mumbai.

A former Miss India contestant, Rakul started paving her way to films through the ramp.

Asked why she chose a modelling career if she had her eyes set on films, the Delhi-born beauty said: “Beauty pageants work as a platform from where you can reach out to many. Although they are two different fields, they come under the same group.

“For newcomers, modelling is like a stepping stone to acting. The exposure and experience in modelling helps...But for acting, we have to show a lot of hard work and dedication towards it."

On the film front, Rakul will next be seen in two southern movies -- "Pandaga Chesko" and "Kick 2".

Apart from that, in the Bollywood space she will play an "independent girl" in filmmaker Ramesh Sippy's light-hearted comedy "Shimla Mirchi", which stars veteran actress Hema Malini and actor Rajkummar Rao in lead roles. The film is likely to release in June this year.

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South African website to retail Salman's Being Human clothes

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Superstar Salman Khan’s Being Human clothing brand will now be retailed through South Africa's online fashion shop Zando.

"#BeingHumanClothing now available on the South African website zando.co.za," Salman tweeted Tuesday.

Available to fashionistas in Europe and Middle East as well, the brand also has a presence in India.

It has stores in places like Kolkata, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Varanasi, Guwahati, Delhi and Mumbai.

The Being Human foundation was created in 2007 by the “Dabangg” star to support the underprivileged in India.

In partnership with various companies, the foundation creates specific initiatives for education and healthcare.

In 2012, Salman launched Being Human clothing with Mandhana Industries to finance and develop the foundation's activities. Then, Being Human became both a charitable trust and a clothing brand.

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Vinayak Couture's new range straight from Benares

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Designer duo Asha and Gautam Gupta have diversified their brand Vinayak Couture by launching a bespoke handloom collection made solely by local artisans from the city of Benares.

The collection is made out of pure handloom tussar, Benaresi silk and jute net, embellished with unique Parsi gara, zardozi and kalamkari.

"Vinayak Couture believes in rich and heritage craft of our country and by developing handloom fabrics, we are taking steps towards making every piece a signature statement," Gautam told IANS.

Breaking the myth that handloom saris are a serious affair, the designer duo has tried to give handloom art a fun and youthful appeal by using motif designs on bright and vibrant colours.
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Shah Rukh may feature in West Bengal's new tourism campaign

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With West Bengal ambitiously gearing up to promote tourism in the state with the creation of five distinct tourism circuits, Bollywood heartthrob Shah Rukh Khan may feature in the upcoming new tourism campaign of the state, a senior tourism department official said.

"We are working on new advertisements to promote tourism in the state and attract both domestic as well as foreign tourists here and may feature Shah Rukh Khan in this," tourism department principal secretary A.R. Bardhan said when asked if the superstar may feature in the forthcoming campaign.

Shah Rukh is the brand ambassador of the state and also co-owns the city-based IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders.

According to Bardhan, the proposed new ad campaign will cost a minimum of Rs.10 crore, without any endorsement from any brand ambassador.

West Bengal has stated it's tourism budget will be Rs.1950 crore in the coming three years and is pursuing ventures based on the public-private partnership model. Also, it is offering incentives for private players to set up hospitality projects in the state.

"We are aiming to increase the domestic and international footfalls in the state by 10 percent on year-on-year basis in the coming five years," he said.

Bardhan said the new commercial to promote tourism may be ready in the next three months.

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Chef Sanjeev Kapoor treats Dabbawalas to lunch

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Celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor, who treated the famous Dabbawalas -- known for delivering tiffins to over 200,000 customers across Mumbai everyday -- to a special lunch, says their work begins where his work as a kitchen king ends.

“I only make food but the other part of my job is done by these Dabbawalas who take our food to the mouths of people. They don't just do the role of delivery, they take the food out of the kitchen and make it reach the stomach,” Kapoor said in a statement.

Mumbai's Dabbawalas have gained fame globally for delivering lunch boxes, colloquially known as dabbas, to thousands of office-goers across the metropolitan city.

As a gesture to thank them for their services, Kapoor arranged lunch for Dabbawalas at Dadar here on Republic Day Monday.

Calling Dabbawalas the backbone of Mumbai, Kapoor hoped that the food carriers continue their services forever.

“I am proud and honoured to do the delivery of food for these Dabbawalas today (Monday) and I salute their spirit and hard work. These Dabbawalas are the backbone of the population of Mumbai and hope they continue to be for a lifetime," he said.

Kapoor is currently seen sharing his expertise on Star Plus show “MasterChef India 4” along with chef Vikas Khanna and Ranveer Brar. The show went on air Monday.

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