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BJP to contest 26 seats, Shiv Sena 22 in Maharashtra

BJP to contest 26 seats, Shiv Sena 22 in MaharashtraMumbai, Mar 13 : The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday said it has finalized seat sharing with the Shiv Sena in Maharashtra for the general elections.

Addressing media persons here, senior BJP leader Gopinath Munde said both parties have reached an understanding on seat-sharing arrangements.

"The BJP will contest on 26 seats while the Shiv Sena will try its luck on 22 seats in Maharashtra," he added.

Munde said the BJP agreed to give the three seats of Kalyan, Yavatmal and South Mumbai to the Shiv Sena.

Deepa Mehta''s ''Videsh-Heaven on Earth'' ready for Bollywood release

Deepa Mehta''s ''Videsh-Heaven on Earth'' ready for Bollywood releaseMumbai, Mar 13 : After winning accolades on international arena, ''Videsh-Heaven on Earth'', a film on domestic violence by director Deepa Mehta, is all set for release in India.

''Videsh'' revolves around the life of a young girl from rural hinterland of Punjab who migrates to Canada post marriage.

Initially titled ''Heaven on Earth'', its name was changed to ''Videsh'' to suit Indian sensibilities.

Beauty is in my genes, says Kareena Kapoor

Beauty is in my genes, says Kareena KapoorMumbai, Mar 12 : Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has revealed the secret behind her gorgeous skin - and it has nothing to do with regular trips to a beauty salon.

The stunner revealed that water, less make up and genes were responsible for her charming skin.

Kareena, who''s currently dating actor Saif Ali Khan, made the revelation during the launch of Wyeth Consumer Healthcare''s Anne French roll-on.

A brand ambassador of Anne French, the bubbly Bebo, as she''s lovingly called, unveiled the new product at Taj Land''s End in Mumbai.

Report: Tobacco To Take Lives Of Six Million People Annually

Report: Tobacco To Take Lives Of Six Million People AnnuallyThe newest edition of the "Tobacco Atlas" released on Monday paints a grim picture of Tobacco usage, which is likely to take lives of around six million people throughout the world by 2010.

The report also disclosed that it drain approximately $500 billion from the global economy, on a yearly basis, as the industry has shifted its focus to poor nations, which have less effective public health plans.

World Lung foundation jointly with American Cancer society (ACS) prepared the Atlas.

Bollywood stars attend music release of movie Straight

Bollywood stars attend music release of movie StraightMumbai, Mar. 11 : Several top Bollywood stars along with famous actor Vinay Pathak attended the music release function of the film, Straight, here on Tuesday.

Pathak, who plays the main protagonist, Pinu Patel who is confused about his sexual orientation, in the film, told media persons on the sidelines of the function: "Pinu Patel is a well-off businessman but one who feels insecure about his sexual orientation and desires since he has never experienced relationship."

Raveena Tandon does a photo shoot for Dongre''''''''s Wills Lifestyle collection

Raveena Tandon does a photo shoot for Dongre''''''''s Wills Lifestyle collectionMumbai, Mar 11 : In the run up to the Wills Fashion Show, noted fashion designer Anita Dongre used Bollywood star Raveena Tandon as a model for her new collection titled "Timeless Speaking".

The star took part in a hectic photo shoot in Mumbai on March 10.

Showcasing Dongre''''''''s collection, which depicts Indian heritage, Tandon said the creations were for all seasons.

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