Shrikant Verma

Forest officials in Ranchi arrested three men, including a BJP worker, at a city hotel with 30 dried copulatory organs of monitor lizards. The arrests were made based on a tip-off from the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau. The accused face charges under the Wildlife (Protection) Act for illegal possession and sale of Schedule-1 animals.

In Ranchi, the vibrant energy of fifty-five artists filled the air during a three-day art camp dedicated to environmental stewardship. This initiative, known as the 'All India Spring Art Camp' and part of the broader 'Prakriti 2026' project, sought to illuminate the pressing issue of ecological degradation.

Remembering writer shrikant verma on his death anniversary today, here we share an excerpt from his poetry book 'Magadh', translated into English by Rahul Soni.

‘Durlabh Prasad Ki Dusri Shaadi’ blends family fun with women's remarriage stigma. Mahima Chaudhry highlights marriage's cultural weight in India, noting growing acceptance for women's second marriages unlike men's past freedoms. Set in Varanasi, son Vyom Yadav pushes dad Sanjay Mishra to wed Mahima to impress his girlfriend's family.

A retired principal of a higher secondary in Ponda lost Rs 1.4 lakh to a conman after she opened a link sent by a fraudster.

Incidents of fire are being reported in high numbers across the state. Over two-dozen cases have been registered in Ranchi city and its surrounding areas in April.

As someone who puts in a lot of effort to select films, veteran actor Revathy says she aims to not repeat a role just to be seen regularly on screen. The three-time National Award winner said she is in a phase in her career where she can afford to "sit back" when the roles that come her way don't interest her.

Mohanlal Bhaskar was being held in Mianwali jail in Pakistan when Sheikh Mujibur Rehman was brought there in a chopper. A few days later, a jail official picked Bhaskar and seven other Indian inmates to dig a ditch in the block where Sheikh Mujib had a cell. The instructions were specific – the ditch should be eight feet in length and four feet in width and depth. An excerpt from Mohanlal Bhaskar’s book ‘I was India’s spy in Pakistan’

Actors Satyajeet Dubey and Revathi's upcoming drama movie 'Aye Zindagi' will start production here on September 12. The movie is described as a human drama about life and its many paradoxes. It will be directed by debutante filmmaker Anirban, the makers said in a statement.

Amrinder Gill's Canadian film company has acquired the overseas distribution rights for the award-winning film "Bhagwan Bharose." The film, which recently won Best Film at the UK Asian Film Festival, tells the story of two young children whose beliefs are challenged as they navigate their changing world. Gill praised the film for being both entertaining and thought-provoking. The movie features a talented cast, including Vinay Pathak, Masumeh Makhija, and Manurishi Chaddha, and original music by Indian rock band Indian Ocean. It will be released in North America, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand on October 13, 2023.

This was the seventh case of FERA violation in which the court ordered framing of charges against Verma, son of poet shrikant verma.

Reena Babasaheb Kangale, Chhattisgarh’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), emphasized the importance of coordination among returning officers, understanding the code of conduct, candidate eligibility, nomination procedures, scrutiny of nomination papers, criminal records, and the integration of information technology in the Lok Sabha 2024 elections.

Get ready for "Durlabh Prasad Ki Dusri Shadi," starring Mahima Chaudhry and Sanjay Mishra, hitting cinemas on December 19th. The film follows a son's quest to find a bride for his widowed father, promising a blend of humor and heartfelt emotion. Sanjay Mishra expressed his excitement for the audience to experience the unique journey of his character, Durlabh Prasad.

Director Shiladitya Bora's debut film, 'Bhagwan Bharose' has been selected for Snowdance Independent Film Festival, making it the first Indian film to achieve this. The cast includes Vinay Pathak, Satendra Soni, Sparsh Suman, Manu Rishi Chadha, Masumeh Makhija, and shrikant verma. The film revolves around the changing faith perspectives of two young individuals and is set against the backdrop of India's socio-political landscape. The film also gained recognition at the Jaffna International Cinema Festival and will be screened at the Doris Duke Theatre in Hawai'i.

City police have arrested a couple wanted in connection with duping several people of Bilaspur, Korba and Surguja in Chhattisgarh, off over Rs 40 lakh.

To check the illegal sale of sim cards, police carried out raids and recovered 1,500 sim cards from over one and a half dozen shops, which were selling the sims without obtaining ID proof of the customers on Friday.

In the crowded bylanes of old Delhi, Shuklaji runs a small photo studio as a facade for small time crime.

The govt has ordered investigations by both the CBI and the ED into allegations that businessman Abhishek Verma may have been involved in fixing defence deals.

Around 60 feral dogs in the Nelong Valley region of Gangotri National Park in Uttarkashi district of Garhwal have been sterilised and vaccinated in an attempt to control their population and protect the snow leopards. The dogs pose a threat to wildlife, especially the snow leopards, as they hunt in packs and target animals like Blue Sheep. The campaign is being conducted by a Haridwar-based NGO with the support of the state forest department, and the second phase will be conducted in October.

Abhishek Verma, the controversial Delhi businessman under investigation by various agencies, says Zohal Hamid, the US citizen in the middle of the IPL molestation case, is his “rakhi sister”.

Eight complaints of cyber fraud were lodged in different police stations of the city on Saturday.

Shiladitya Bora, known for producing and distributing independent films, is set to make his directorial debut with "Bhagwan Bharose." The film, starring Satendra Soni and Vinay Pathak, explores the evolving faith of two young children in a changing socio-political environment. It has already won the Best Film award at the UK Asian Film Festival.

A farmer in Jharkhand bravely protected his family when a tiger wandered into their home, creating a tense 12-hour standoff. Forest officials from Ranchi and Palamau Tiger Reserve successfully rescued the tiger, believed to be the same one tracked moving between Jharkhand and Bengal's Purulia since January.

December 2025 promises a cinematic feast with diverse releases. From Kapil Sharma's comedy sequel 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2' to the sci-fi romance 'LIK: Love Insurance Company' and the epic 'Avatar: Fire and Ash', there's something for everyone. Biopics like 'Ikkis' and action dramas like 'Vrusshabha' also feature, ensuring a thrilling end to the year.

Filmfare is all set to embark on its next journey of celebrating excellence in the OTT space after introducing the first-ever edition of Flyx Filmfare OTT Awards.