Author: Karishma Sharma

Shehnaaz Gil’s brother, Shehbaz Badesha, also known as Shehbaz, has made his entry into the Bigg Boss 19 house as the first wildcard contestant. The Punjabi celebrity, who was first introduced to the audience as the brother of singer-actress Shehnaaz Gill, has slowly made his mark through reality shows, music videos and social media. Now his journey has taken a major turn with his appearance on Bigg Boss 19. Let’s have a look at his family and career. Shehbaz Badesha’s age Born on 19 May 1991 in Amritsar, Punjab, Shehbaz is a 34-year-old who grew up in a Sikh family.…

Director-actor Rishab Shetty’s for ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ is all set to have an unexpected collaboration. The upcoming action-thriller will feature a song by Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh. A prequel to the critically acclaimed ‘Kantara’ (2022), this highly anticipated release enhances its pan-Indian appeal by seamlessly bridging cultural narratives through its music. Hombale Films is following a multi-language release strategy by distributing the movie in Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English. The inclusion of Diljit’s music aligns with the vision of celebrating Indian culture’s diversity through a rich cinematic experience. The singer’s involvement and ability to infuse cultural essence into…

Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla is on a roll. Fresh off the release of his much-awaited album P-Pop Culture, the singer has now made his way to international television, lighting up Jimmy Fallon’s The Tonight Show. In a fun clip shared by the makers, Karan can be seen teaching Jimmy some bhangra moves, a moment that has fans cheering with pride. On Wednesday, The Tonight Show posted a sweet video on its official Instagram page showing Jimmy following Karan Aujla’s bhangra steps. The video began with Jimmy greeting Karan with a warm hug. The singer was dressed in a traditional…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s announcement of a ₹1,600 crore flood relief package for Punjab during his visit to Gurdaspur on Tuesday has sparked sharp reactions from farmers, who have questioned its adequacy and purpose. Farmers’ unions, which have expressed apprehensions about the funds benefiting the farmers, have sought clarity on the fund disbursal. “A day before the PM’s visit, the AAP government announced ₹20,000 per acre for affected farmers, only to seek political mileage, but nothing for farm labourers. Now the PM talks of ₹1,600 crore. But is it for agriculture, infrastructure, or housing? Will it be over and above…

Nearly a week back, Navraj Hans and his wife Ajit Mehndi welcomed their first child, a daughter. The couple has now revealed the name of their little one. She has been named, ‘Resham Navraj Hans’- the name kept after Navraj’s late mother. The adorable post was captioned, “We’re beyond blessed to announce the arrival of our beautiful daughter, Resham Navraj Hans ❤️ Our hearts are full of gratitude for the love and support we’ve received, and we can’t wait to watch her grow surrounded by so much affection.” Take a look View this post on Instagram A post shared by…

Their journey took them from the whispering woods of Pahalgam to the cloud-kissed peaks of Gulmarg. In Pahalgam, their daughter built pebble castles beside the playful Lidder River. Mountain breezes smelled like pine and a thousand possibilities. And in Gulmarg? A gondola ride that seemed to pull the family above the clouds—into a postcard no camera could capture. WHISPERS OF SNOW, ECHOES OF PEACE: A JOURNEY THROUGH KASHMIR Even the roads played their part. Smooth, winding, and silent, as if Kashmir itself wanted to keep their peace intact. “The locals were kind. The food felt like home. We didn’t just…

Alka Vishwas Mulki is a revered Art of Living faculty member with over 30 years of dedicated service. Born and raised in the Sultanate of Muscat and Oman, she seamlessly blends her roles as a businesswoman, family anchor, and spiritual guide. Through her column, Alka inspires readers with reflections on selfless service, conscious living, and transformative leadership. “REAL STRENGTH LIES IN TURNING INWARD—NOT AWAY FROM LIFE, BUT TOWARD ITS DEEPER TRUTH.” Sant Kabir, the mystic weaver-poet, once became so immersed in the divine name—Ram Naam—that chanting it became his breath. Eventually, he stopped. Feeling he had merged with the Divine,…

When infidelity strikes a marriage, the emotional fallout is seismic. While most of the focus tends to fall on the wounded couple, the children—often silent witnesses—can experience just as much upheaval, if not more. As a parent coach, I frequently guide families navigating this sensitive terrain, where one or both parents are grappling with profound betrayal while striving to maintain a safe, loving space for their children. This feature offers a grounded, evidence-based guide for parents weathering infidelity, especially when leaving the relationship isn’t immediately possible. It’s about how to hold your child’s hand through the storm, even when your…

From Barriers to Breakthroughs The Indian Women Network (IWN) Chandigarh Tricity Chapter, under the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), hosted its Women Leadership Summit 2025 at CII Northern Region headquarters with the theme “Redefining Boundaries: From Barriers to Breakthroughs.” Over 200 women professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders gathered to share journeys, address challenges, and chart paths for inclusive leadership. Ritika Singh, Chairwoman of IWN Chandigarh Tricity, opened the summit, calling it “a celebration of leadership and a call to action.” Dr Reetinder Mohan and Mr Taranjeet S Bhamra emphasized building ecosystems where women thrive. Keynote speaker Trisha Rajani Vaidya highlighted the…

Lily Jones, a normal orphan girl, was doing homework with her younger sister Coco when suddenly a sparkling light appeared in their room. The two sisters walked towards it, and suddenly there was a rush of wind. When the wind stopped, they found themselves in a magical world. The moment they reached there, a small plump woman said, “Welcome to Magia.” “What?! No, no—how can this happen? We were just in Cambridge,” argued Lily. The woman explained that they had magically been transported to Magia, and to get back, they needed the help of Sabrina—the protector witch of Magia. “How…