Indian Border Security Force (BSF) women personnel perform the daily retreat ceremony on the India-Pakistan Border in Wagah on October 30, 2010. Indian Border Security Force (BSF) director General Raman Srivastava along with a 19-member high-level delegation of Indian BSF officials returend after attending the India-Pakistan bi-annual meeting with Pakistani Rangers officials in Lahore. General Srivastava said that they discussed issues of immediate repapriation of the 32 arrested Indian fishermen seized for illegally fishing in Pakistan's territorial waters.

Assam State Forest and Environment Minister Rockybul Hussain, center right, and forest officials look at the carcass of an endangered one-horned rhinoceros allegedly killed by poachers at Kaziranga National Park, about 220 kilometers (135 miles) east of Gauhati, India, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010. According to news reports, the rhino was killed using automatic weapons and the horn gouged out. Rhino horns are in great demand globally, particularly in Southeast Asia, for their alleged efficacy in producing aphrodisiacs and traditional medicines. Some people also use them to make decorative dagger handles. 

Sonam Kapoor

Most Beautiful Beaches in India

Beaches are one of the best creation of nature, where Sun, Sand and Sea come together to celebrate their love. A place to feel freedom, relax and enjoy the every moment of life. Beaches of Goa and Kerala are counted in Best beaches of India. These exotic and gorgeous beaches are best as Honeymoons destination in India as well as for adventures water sports. Cuisines of coastal area are one of the best foods to have in India. India has a very rich culture in terms of beaches, natural beauty and landscapes. There are some incredibly scenic and exotic beaches in India. One can also enjoy sun-bathing in West Bengal Beaches like Shankapur beach and Digha beach, lapped by Bay of Bengal with lovely lawns and fresh water swimming pools.

Gujrat: Gujrat has list of beaches which are famous for its white sand and blue sea water. Some of the famous Beaches of Gujarat are ahmedpur mandvi, chorwad, gopnath, madhavpur, diu beach etc. Ahmedpur Mandvi is one of the finest prettiest and cleanest beaches on the Gujarat shoreline. The sand and sea water is white and very perfect for swimming and ocean water sports. Beaches at Daman and Diu are also a paradise for those who love soft feeling of wind and water.

Maharashtra: Maharashtra has most number of beaches in India, Beaches in Maharashtra are paradise for beach lovers and good for water sports as well. Popular and exotic beaches of maharashtra are Juhu Beach,Ganapatipule Beach,murud janjira, bassein beach. Konkan coastal Beaches in Maharashtra are Diveagar, Alibag, Kihim, Harihareshwar, Kashid and Dapoli. Kashid Beach on the shores of the Arabian Sea is one of the most beautiful beaches among all others. These beaches are well known for their natural treasures and scenic beauty. Konkan area cuisines are also offers a great attraction for tourist form all around India.


Goa: Goa is a land of most exotic beaches in India, these Beaches of Goa are counted as the Best tourist destination in India. Goa is popular for its exotic beaches, tasty cuisines and mix culture. Beaches of Goa are the Best for all kind of water sports. Under the lens of the Coast Guard you can enjoy popular all water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling and swimming. Some of the famous beaches of Goa are Baga Beach, Calangute beach, Condolim, Majorda beach and Colva beach. Calangute Beach is one of the most popular beaches due to its topless beauty, warm sand and for sun bath.


Karnataka: All the beaches in Karnataka have a unique continuity with lush green and naturally attractive. List of great beaches from Karnataka are Mangalore beach, Devbagh, Murudeshwara beach, Gokarna beach, Malpe beach and Kaup beach. Ullal Beach is one of the famous beaches and Mangalore, Gokarna beaches are the best beaches of Karnataka, Beaches in Karnataka offers the famous holiday attractions, where one can enjoy with popular water sports as well.


Kerala: Beaches of Kerala are no doubt the best among the Beaches in India. luxury beaches in kerla are Kovalam beach,poovar beach, varkala beach and light house beach. These beaches of Kerala are not only famous for their charm and tranquility but also know  for their delightful cuisines. Beaches and climate of Kerala are perfect for the honeymoon couples to enjoy their moment with nature. Kerala is known for its amazing backwaters, long stretches of beaches, tropical rain forests and wildlife sanctuaries.


Lakshadweep: The beaches of lakshadweep are very famous among tourist for its topless beaches and nude natural beauty. Lakshadweep beach Islands and are rich in coral reefs, lagoons and water related sports. Agatti Island Beach is famous for naturally unspoilt, undisturbed and unseen. These beaches are covered with coconut grove and palm trees and it is the paradise for the tourists.


Andamans and Nicobar Islands: Andamans and Nicobar Island are known for their exotic untouch and virgin beaches. Radhnagar Beach,  Harminder Bay Beach, Ramnagar Beach, nicobar beaches and Karmatang Beach are few most pouplar beaches in Andaman Island. Andamans Island offers one of the most picturesque sea-beaches,  it is ideal for sea bathing and sun-basking. The main attraction of the Radhanagar Beach in Andaman and Nicobar Islands is its calm and clean surrounding.


Tamilnadu: Tamilnadu is famous for its blue beaches and sunny skies, Some of the nicest beaches are Marina beach,Kanyakumari Beach, Mahabalipuram beach,Beaches in Pondicherry and Rameshwaram beach. The Marina Beach is the second longest beach in the world, Covelong Beach is clean and away from the hustle and bustle of the crowded city. Apart from this Tamilnadu also offers a densely forested wildlife, alive and rich culture and beautiful temple.


Andhra Pradesh: The South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh has many exotic Beaches on Bay of Bengal shore. The pure and unspoiled beaches of Andhra are ideal spot for vacations. Bheemunipatnam Beach and manginapudi beach are considered to be one of the best beaches in Andhra. Andhra Pradesh also known for caves, pilgrimage centers and monuments.


Orisa: Orissa Beaches are famous for there golden sand and blue water. Exquisite Beaches of Orissa includes Puri,Chandipur, Golpalpur beach, Talasari beach and Balaramgadi Beach. Puri and Chandipur Beaches are best place to spend time with your family and friend. Orisa beahces offers finest white sand where the lapping water of Bay of Bengal pay  homage to their beauty. Orisa also offers a tribal destination spot, shopping with shell crafts, Chilika Lake boating and some incredible tribal handicrafts.

An Indian army soldier stands guard outside as Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, unseen, launches a signature campaign on a petition to President Barack Obama in Srinagar, India, Sunday, Oct.24, 2010. The petition sought intervention by Obama on the long standing Kashmir dispute ahead of his upcoming visit to India. The conflict over Kashmir has been the main source of friction between India and Pakistan since they won independence from Britain in 1947.

An Indian woman gets her hand decorated with traditional design using henna paste as part of "Karwa Chauth" festivities, in Allahabad, India, Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010. Married Hindu women observe a day long fast for the health and long life of their husbands during this festival which is celebrated in northern India.

Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar walks down after reciving the Crickter of the Year award during a Shara award 2010 in Mumbai, India, Saturday, Oct 30, 2010.

A married Hindu woman, her hands decorated with henna, holds a traditional urn and performs rituals on Karwa Chauth festival, in Allahabad, India, Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010. Married Hindu women observe a day long fast for the health and long life of their husbands during this festival, mainly celebrated in northern India.

Customers shop at an open air evening vegetable and fruit market in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad October 26, 2010. India's central bank warned on Tuesday that surging food prices are structural and will put upward pressure on inflation and interest rates. The Reserve Bank of India is widely expected to raise interest rates by another 25 basis points on November 2 as it continues to battle headline inflation that rose to 8.62 percent on an annual basis in September.

A Catholic worshipper from India holds a baby during a baptism ceremony in the Jordan River near the West Bank city of Jericho October 28, 2010. Christians arrived on Thursday to perform a baptism ceremony at Qsar El-Yahud, a site where many Christians believe Jesus was baptised.

The Indian (L) and Pakistani national flags are seen at the India-Pakistan Border in Wagah on October 30, 2010. Indian Border Security Force (BSF) director General Raman Srivastava along with a 19-member high-level delegation of Indian BSF officials returned after attending the India-Pakistan bi-annual meeting with Pakistani Rangers officials in Lahore. General Srivastava said that they discussed issues of immediate repapriation of the 32 arrested Indian fishermen seized for illegally fishing in Pakistan's territorial waters.

Ash vs Kareena

Two shapely rivals are going to battle it out for glory and increased collections for their flicks as 'Golmaal 3' and 'Action Replayy' vie for audience attention, come Diwali 2010.


While Bebo's dance number a la' Shakira in 'G3' has already has already whipped up a buzz, Ash's 'zor ka jhatka' number from 'Action…' has performed dance moves which are strikingly similar to those of international pop icon Beyonce Knowles.
Those who've gushed over the sneak peak of the track state that Ash's 'look' is distinctly reminiscent of Knowles… and what's better, she's grooved a shade better than the pop icon too!
Guess, it's just Ash good, if not better...



'Kareena Kapoor's film 'Golmaal 3' and Aishwarya's 'Action Replayy' will be released simultaneously due to which an intense competition has begun between both the beauties,' a report in the Urdu daily Jang said.



Forget Kareena Kapoor. If she made news for becoming the highest paid actress in Bollywood for commanding a fee of Rs 7 crore, so what? Now, the focus has shifted from Kareena Kapoor to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Will Kareena topple Ash this Diwali? Wait and see.



Ash is ahead of many male stars as far as the film fee is concerned. At Rs 10 crore, Ash has shown that she is one of the most sought after actresses in B-Town, leaving most of her competitors way behind.

Sonam Kapoor

Aish steals the show

Activists of the People for Animals (PFA) an NGO hold two Dwarf tortoises, which were rescued from a resident in Guwahati on September 18, 2008. The pair were later released into the the Dighalipukhuri pond in Guwahati, the capital city of India’s northeastern state of Assam.

Forestry workers look on as a male Royal Bengal Tiger leaps off a boat into the water after being released back into the wild in The Chamta Forest District of The Sunderbans, in India, on September 4, 2008. The tiger was declared fit for release by veterinarians after it was recently rescued from a nearby village.

A view of the illuminated Golden Temple, Sikhs holiest shrine, in Amritsar, India, Monday, Sept. 1, 2008. This year, Sikhs mark the 404th anniversary of the installation of the Guru Granth Sahib, the sacred book of the Sikhs

Indian Hindu devotees pay their respects after pouring milk water onto an idol of Hindu God Lord Krishna at the Shivala temple in Amritsar, on August 24, 2008, on the occasion of the "Janmashtami" festival, which marks the birth of Lord Krishna. Devotional songs and dances mark the celebrations of the festival all over northern India.

Republic Day in New Delhi

People look at illuminated buildings that house the country's main government offices, during Republic Day in New Delhi, India, Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010.

A model presents a creation by Indian designer Anamika Khanna on the fourth day of the HDIL India Couture Week in Mumbai on September 19, 2008. India is hosting its first ever haute couture week showcasing over six days, 11 leading designers in a celebration of the country's rich heritage in bespoke fashion. But unlike the bank-breaking, impossible-to-wear creations on show twice a year in Paris that are not even intended for the high street, Indian couturiers say they are offering wearable made-to-order clothes at a realistic price. 

Performers dressed as tigers take part in Pulikali, or tiger dance, during festivities in Trichur city, in the southern Indian state of Kerala, September 15, 2008. The ceremony was organised to mark the end of the annual harvest festival, "Onam". 

 

Hindu devotees perform a ritual dance before immersing an idol of the Goddess Durga into the revered Ganges River, in Allahabad, India

Sunil Mittal bags Philanthropist of the Year Asian Awards

 

New Delhi, Oct 27 (PTI) Indian Telecom czar and Chairman and Group CEO of Bharti Enterprises Sunil Mittal has been named the Philanthropist of the Year by the Asian Awards for his contribution in the area of education for the underprivileged. Mittal, who started business as a bicycle manufacturer and is now heading the country''s leading business conglomerate, has been recognised for his outstanding contribution in the area of education for the underprivileged through Bharti Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Bharti Group.

The Asian Awards recognises and rewards exemplary achievement across 12 categories that include business, philanthropy, entertainment, culture and sport. It recognises achievement and excellence amongst South Asians from around the world.

According to the award citation, "Mittal''s vision of empowering rural communities across India, through education establishes him as one of the world''s leading philanthropists, illustrating that business can bring social changes too," Bharti Airtel said in a statement. Bharti Foundation''s Satya Bharti School Program provides free quality education to underprivileged children in remote villages across India with particular focus on the girl child.

The Program, under which 236 primary schools and a senior secondary school are operational currently, reaches out to over 30,000 children with modern curriculum that includes computer aided learning, free uniforms & books and mid-day meals. Mittal, who is also a recipient of the country''s third highest civilian award, Padma Bhushan, said, "I am also hopeful that the efforts of Bharti Foundation will offer thousands of children a platform to participate more meaningfully in India''s growth story and contribute to the government''s agenda of inclusive growth.

" Other recipient of the award include film maker Yash Chopra for his achievements in cinema, AR Rahman for his contribution in the field of music, Sachin Tendulkar for his contribution in sports. Besides, it named Ratan Tata as the Social Entrepreneur of the Year and Dr Vijay Mallya as the Entrepreneur of the Year.

Bollywood mega star Amitabh Bachchan has bagged the Lifetime Achievement award.

 

Aishwarya, Shilpa celebrate Karva Chauth

 

Aishwarya is driven to Jalsa by father-in-law Amitabh and husband Abhishek

Aishwarya is driven to Jalsa by father-in-law Amitabh and husband Abhishek