Why Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve is burning in winters, and why it's alarming
While fires are a recurring problem in the Himalayan state, what stands out this year is how early and widespread they have been.
Nanda Karnataki better known as Nanda was an Indian actress who appeared mainly in Hindi and Marathi films. She was born on January 8, 1939, in Kolhapur, British India, and died on March 25, 2014, in Mumbai.
Nanda was one of the most popular actresses of her time and had a career that spanned three decades. She was born into a show-business family and her father was Vinayak Damodar Karnataki, a successful Marathi actor-producer-director.
Nanda made her debut with Mandir in 1948. On the silver screen, she was first recognised as Baby Nanda. She was a child actor from 1948 to 1956. Nanda got her Bollywood break in the successful brother-sister saga, Toofan Aur Diya (1956).
Nanda is best known for her performances in Chhoti Bahen, Dhool Ka Phool, Bhabhi, Kala Bazar, Kanoon, Hum Dono, Jab Jab Phool Khile, Gumnaam, Ittefaq, The Train and Prem Rog. Nanda was one of the highest-paid actors of her time.
Nanda had multiple suitors but she remained unmarried and died at her residence in Versova, Mumbai, at the age of 75 due to a heart attack.
While fires are a recurring problem in the Himalayan state, what stands out this year is how early and widespread they have been.
Sriram Raghavan’s period war drama 'Ikkis', featuring Agastya Nanda, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Dharmendra, closed its first week at the Indian box office with Rs 24.25 crore, despite facing competition from 'Dhurandhar'.
Ikkis, starring Agastya Nanda, has wrapped up its first six days at the Indian box office with Rs 23 crore nett. The Sriram Raghavan directorial has shown stable weekday collections amid a clear theatrical window.
Choreographer Vijay Ganguly recalled a moving moment from Dharmendra’s final film Ikkis, revealing how the veteran actor insisted on dancing despite physical difficulty during a late-night shoot.
Sriram Raghavan's war drama Ikkis, featuring Agastya Nanda and the late Dharmendra, struggles at the box office after a promising start, facing competition from other major releases and seeing a noticeable drop in audience turnout.
Newcomer Agastya Nanda, who is Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, recently opened up about the pressure that comes with being associated with a renowned film family. His latest film, Ikkis, is now out in theatres.
Amitabh Bachchan celebrated the four-day box office collection of his grandson Agastya Nanda's Ikkis. The film has collected Rs 22.05 crore despite strong competition from Dhurandhar.
Karan Johar praised Ikkis in a heartfelt Instagram post, calling it a powerful, humane anti-war film and lauding the performances of Dharmendra, Agastya Nanda and Jaideep Ahlawat.
A disclaimer in the Hindi film Ikkis, addressing trust issues with Pakistan and the conduct of its military, has gone viral. The note clarifies the portrayal of a compassionate Pakistani character as an exception.
Agastya Nanda's early life, education at London's Sevenoaks School, family background, and Bollywood journey, from The Archies to Ikkis, highlight the rise of Amitabh Bachchan's grandson as a promising film actor.
Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra’s war drama Ikkis, directed by Sriram Raghavan, saw a slight increase in its day three box office numbers, bringing its Indian net total to Rs 15.15 crore and approaching Rs 20 crore worldwide.
Sriram Raghavan's war drama Ikkis, starring Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra in his final role, opened with strong reviews and decent first-day numbers, but saw collections fall on day two amid tough competition from other releases.
The final episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 sees Amitabh Bachchan reflecting on his journey, expressing heartfelt thanks to viewers, and delivering a record-breaking musical performance.
‘Ikkis’ underlines that all the chest-thumping love for one’s motherland aside, wars put actual lives at stake, with loved ones waiting back home
Sriram Raghavan’s war biopic 'Ikkis opened to decent numbers at the box office. The movie, which also features Dharmendra in his last screen role, faced box office competition from the ongoing hit 'Dhurandhar'.
Agastya Nanda appeared in 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 17' alongside his 'Ikkis' co-star Simar Bhatia. Amitabh Bachchan teased his grandson over helping Simar with her saree trail in the show.
Ikkis movie review: Ikkis narrates the story of young soldier Arun Khetarpal’s valour in the 1971 war. The film sensitively explores war’s lasting personal and familial trauma beyond patriotic heroism.
Simar Bhatia thanked 'Ikkis' director Sriram Raghvan in 2025 gratitude note. Simar is making her acting debut in the film, also featuring Agastya Nanda, late actor Dharmendra and Jaideep Ahlawat in pivotal roles.
Sriram Raghavan's film Ikkis, based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, has received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) following compliance with a series of required changes and additions.
Sriram Raghavan explains the decision to cast Agastya Nanda instead of Varun Dhawan in Ikkis. He focused on the importance of age to portray Arun Khetarpal's story authentically.
Twenty days after the Red Fort blast, Delhi Police have busted a terror module linked to Pakistani intelligence. **Advocate Rajani**, counsel for Anmol Bishnoi, confirms that Anmol has sought protection from the NIA court citing threats from Pakistani gangster Shehzad Bhatti. The NIA admitted to inputs regarding the threat, leading to an adjournment. The module was reportedly targeting Anmol Bishnoi.
Author Amish Tripathi discusses the significance of the Dhwaja Rohan ceremony at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, which he views as a cultural revival for India. Tripathi analyses the symbolism of the temple's flag, which revives elements from the Valmiki Ramayana, and contrasts India's path of modernizing without westernizing with that of other nations like Turkey and China. According to Amish Tripathi, the approach to building the temple is symbolic of India's journey: 'How do you find a mix of both where you can modernize but not westernize? That's exactly what India is doing. This temple is symbolic of that'. The discussion also covers the inclusivity of Ram Rajya and the importance of welcoming people of all faiths to the temple.
This special report covers multiple developing stories, led by the escalating power struggle within the Karnataka Congress between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar over a reported leadership rotation. Siddaramaiah has asserted he will remain in his post, while the party's high command has yet to comment. The bulletin also follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Johannesburg, South Africa, for the G20 Leaders' Summit. In other major news, an investigation into a Delhi terror module has revealed a potential link between Jaish-e-Mohammad and Hamas, with plans to use hospital facilities for storing weapons. This follows protests in Delhi after a 16-year-old student's suicide, with a note alleging harassment by teachers at St. Columba's School. Additionally, the report details the crash of an Indian HAL Tejas fighter jet at the Dubai Air Show, raids linked to a coal scam in West Bengal, and Bengaluru's ongoing traffic issues.
Prime Minister Modi has arrived in Johannesburg on a three-day visit to take part in the G20 Leaders Summit. He received a warm welcome at Johannesburg airport.
This special report details significant developments across India, including a major political conflict in Karnataka. State Minister Priyank Kharge has proposed banning Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) activities in government and educational institutions, sparking a fierce debate. Following his letter to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Kharge reported receiving threats but maintained his stance. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has initiated a review, referencing the Tamil Nadu model for RSS event restrictions. The BJP has criticized the move as a publicity stunt, while the Congress defends it as a measure to prevent student indoctrination and uphold constitutional values. The report also covers Google's $15 billion investment with the Adani Group to establish an AI hub in Visakhapatnam, a project supported by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. Additionally, it highlights the exchange between Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and the Karnataka government regarding Bengaluru's infrastructure, with Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar emphasizing collective effort. Further segments address the resolution of a hijab controversy in a Kerala school and updates on the Durgapur rape case, where police have ruled out gang rape.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has proposed banning Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) activities in government and educational institutions in his state, sparking a fierce debate.
Self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati, also known as Parthasarathy, has been sent to 14 days of judicial custody until October 17 by Delhi's Patiala House Court, following a five-day police custody period.
Delhi police have arrested Baba Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati from Agra. The arrest follows serious accusations of molesting multiple female students and sexually harassing women at an institute. According to the report from Delhi, the search for the accused has concluded, leading to the anchor's statement, "It's game over for molester Baba." The case involves allegations of sexual misconduct directed at students under his authority. The accused was taken into custody by the Delhi police for further investigation into the multiple complaints lodged against him. This development marks a significant step in the case concerning the self-styled 'Baba' and the allegations made by the students.
This programme focusses on the impact of devastating cloudbursts in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, which have resulted in flash floods and widespread destruction.
This episode of Super 6 programme details the severe flooding crisis and climate chaos impacting North India, with Delhi facing a significant flood threat as the Yamuna river has surpassed the danger mark.
A viral video shared by retired IFS officer Susanta Nanda shows an elephant using its strength to topple a mini truck on a forest road.
The top focus of this episode Newstrack is on UAE's new Golden Visa offer for Indians. The visa allows lifetime residency for a one-time fee of 100,000 dirhams (approximately 23 lakh rupees), without requiring property investment or sponsorship.
This episode of Newstrack focusses on the potential selection of BJP's next national president. Sources suggest the party may choose its first woman chief, with three names from South India in contention:
Actor Jaya Bachchan was clicked at the Mumbai airport early Tuesday morning, accompanied by her son Abhishek Bachchan and granddaughter Navya Naveli Nanda. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan were notably absent.
Suhana Khan, Shanaya Kapoor, Ananya Panday, and Navya Nanda were recently spotted on a fun-filled coffee outing in a Mumbai cafe. The group of friends, who are often seen hanging out together, had a casual meetup that offered a glimpse into the close bond shared by these star kids, who are slowly making their mark in the entertainment industry.
Election Commission seeks responses from BJP and Congress chiefs over poll quote violations.
Entrepreneur Navya Nanda recently spoke about her legacy at the India Today Conclave. She emphasised the importance of pursuing what she is passionate about and carving out her own identity.
The top focus of this episode of To The Point is on the big face-off over Kanwar Yatra diktat in Uttar Pradesh.
The big focus of this episode of Election Express is on the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu.
As farmers protest enters Day 4 today, the focus of this episode of Democratic Newsroom is on the ongoing farmer andolan 2.0.