Rahul Bose’s directorial debut is an inspiring and motivational film on the journey of the 13 year-old girl, Poorna Malavath, who made history by turning the world's youngest person to scale the Mount Everest on May 25, 2014.

This story of how a poor, uneducated Adivasi girl from hit flatlands of Telangana shattered all the barriers to become the youngest girl in history to summit Mount Everest in 2014 has earned incredible reactions. While the film has a nationwide release on March 31, there has already been some wonderful news on the reception it has received so far.

Recently a screening was held for the Indian cricket team in Pune. The movie received an overwhelming response from Anil Kumble, Virat Kohli, to Sanjay Bangar, R Ashwin, Ishant Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Cheteshwar Pujara and Umesh Yadav.

Abhinav Mukund, Karun Nair, K L Rahul, Wriddhiman Saha, R Shridhar, Patrick Farhat, Anil Patel, Ravinder Jadeja and Jayant Yada were also present.

Rahul Bose also arranged a special screening in Hyderabad for the real Poorna Malavath, her family, and other villagers of Pakala.

Bose expressed his excitement as he said, "I've been waiting for this day for 693 days – the day Poorna and her family see the film. It is as if I am sitting for my exams all over again! Poorna and her dad loved the trailer. This time I am hoping she and her family along with the other villagers from Pakala give us two thumbs up!"

The film takes the audience on a journey that begins from the young girl's small hut in Telangana to Bhongir Fort outside Hyderabad, to Darjeeling and Sikkim, to Nepal, and finally to the top of Everest.

Directed by Rahul Bose Poorna is slated to release on March 31, 2017.

In a major development to the National Herald Case, all the accused involved in the case, including Congress president Sonia Gandhi and party vice-president Rahul Gandhi, filed their reply on Saturday and opposed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy's plea seeking summoning of witnesses.

The Patiala House Court heard the National Herald case against the Congress president Sonia Gandhi and vice-president Rahul Gandhi for allegedly conspiring to cheat in a land deal.

An application in this matter was filed by Swamy in 2012, accusing Sonia, Rahul and others associated with the Congress in the case.

He had alleged that the Congress had granted an interest-free loan of Rs.90.25 crore to the AJL, established by Jawaharlal Nehru, which was either not repaid or repaid in case.

In August 2016, the local court had issued notice to Sonia and Rahul and five other accused in the case.

The next hearing in this case will be heard on April 22.

Fearing that his visit to Sri Lanka might earn him the wrath of the Tamil community, Superstar Rajinikanth on Saturday canceled his proposed visit to Sri Lanka.

"VCK chief Thirumavalavan and MDMK chief Vaiko urged me not to visit Sri Lanka and I accepted their request because of cordial relationship," the superstar said after cancelling his visiting plan.

Rajinikanth was supposed to visit Sri Lanka next month to hand over keys of 150 houses built for displaced Tamil families there.

As part of his visit, being organised by Lyca Productions, Rajinikanth was expected to speak at a public meeting and plant tree saplings.

On Friday, a prominent Dalit leader in Tamil Nadu asked him to cancel his visit over concerns that his visit could lead the world to believe that things were back to normal in the island nation.

Meanwhile, a Congress leader from the state supported the decision taken by Rajinikanth and said the super star always takes right decision.

"The decision taken by Rajinikanth is right, he always takes right decisions," S Thirunavukkarasar, a Congress leader from Tamil Nadu, said.

Taking a cue from Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand has launched its own anti-Romeo squads, with police pouncing on young men found loitering around schools and colleges without any reason.

The Jharkhand Police, which launched a special drive on Friday around women-only schools and colleges, rounded up some young men and also slapped them.

"The drive has been launched to ensure safety of the girls. Boys will not be harassed. The move is that girls are not harassed," SSP Ranchi, Kuldeep Dwivedi, told reporters.

The police have also launched a mobile-based Shakti app in Ranchi and other parts of the state to help women in distress to send messages.

The squad has also been formed in the steel city of Jamshedpur. On Saturday, the squad launched a special drive near women's colleges and other institutions. Four youths were detained.

Young women have expressed happiness at the move.

"We had to face unsavoury comments while going to college and coaching institutes. We hope such a drive will stop this," said Rubika, a Ranchi Women's College student. 

Popular Kannada actress Shwetha Srivastav on Saturday flaunted her baby bump and she was proud of it.

"My curvy bumpy ride. Baby bump," Shwetha tweeted.

She also posted a picture in which she appears to be visibly happy.

Shwetha is married to Amith Srivastav and they are expecting their first child.

Known for working in Kannada films such as "Simple Agi Ondh Love Story" and "Fair and Lovely", she is currently awaits the release of a yet-untitled Kannada project.

Actress Deepika Padukone says she is not walking the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival 2017 as she is busy with her forthcoming film Padmavati.

Deepika recently bagged an international endorsement deal with cosmetic giant L'Oreal as the Indian face of one of its beauty and skin care brand.

There were reports that Deepika, who joins other brand ambassador of L'Oreal, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Sonam Kapoor, was to represent the brand at the annual international festival.

When asked if she is attending the festival, Deepika told reporters, "No. Right now all my energies are focused on Padmavati." 

She was speaking at the red carpet event of HT Style Awards here last night.

Deepika, who won an award at the event, says, "It feels amazing to win award. This is a style award and it goes to everyone who work behind the scenes – be it the stylist or hair and make up artist or even our directors. It's a combination of things and your own personality. I think each one of us have a specific style.

DCNS India, the Indian subsidiary of French naval major DCNS, on Friday said it has contributed to the Clean Ganga Fund.

"DCNS India's contribution will enable to tackle major challenges posed to Ganga, holy river of India, in a comprehensive approach adopted by Government of India, through four different modes – wastewater management, solid waste management, industrial pollution and river front development," said a company statement.

The firm's contribution was handed over to Upendra Prasad Singh, Director General, National Mission for Clean Ganga.

In his remarks at the occasion, DCNS India Managing Director Bernard Buisson said: "DCNS India is proud to contribute to Swachh Bharat (Clean India) Mission, in order to ensure effective abatement of pollution and conservation of Ganga.

"As major partner of MDL and the Indian Navy through the P75 submarines programme, DCNS Group endeavours to create long-term added-value in its activities while respecting environment and ocean protection. The Group places corporate responsibility at the heart of its sustainable growth." 

The Scorpene submarines are being built by Mazagon Dockyard Ltd at Mumbai under Project 75 with transfer of technology from DCNS. Out of the six vessels, two submarines are ready.

 A source close to Donald Trump said that the President was frustrated with his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner's decision to go on a vacation in the midst of the debate over Obamacare repeal.

Kushner was on vacation with his family until Thursday, skiing in Aspen's Colorado. Paparazzi caught Jared and Ivanka taking leisurely strolls and enjoying ice cream cones with their three children.

"(Trump) is upset that his son-in-law and senior adviser was not around during this crucial week", the source told CNN.

However, Kushner did appear at the White House on Friday when Republicans abandoned their effort to repeal Obamacare after Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan agreed to pull the measure as it became clear that they did not have enough votes.

However, a White House spokesperson flatly denied the President is "frustrated with Kushner".

Kushner is one of Trump's top advisers, while Ivanka has not been given specific titles but is expected to move into a White House office. 

 A source close to Donald Trump said that the President was frustrated with his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner's decision to go on a vacation in the midst of the debate over Obamacare repeal.

Kushner was on vacation with his family until Thursday, skiing in Aspen's Colorado. Paparazzi caught Jared and Ivanka taking leisurely strolls and enjoying ice cream cones with their three children.

"(Trump) is upset that his son-in-law and senior adviser was not around during this crucial week", the source told CNN.

However, Kushner did appear at the White House on Friday when Republicans abandoned their effort to repeal Obamacare after Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan agreed to pull the measure as it became clear that they did not have enough votes.

However, a White House spokesperson flatly denied the President is "frustrated with Kushner".

Kushner is one of Trump's top advisers, while Ivanka has not been given specific titles but is expected to move into a White House office. 

Stem cell therapy can potentially reduce lung damage caused by chronic inflammation in conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cystic fibrosis, research from a pre-clinical trial has revealed.

In the study, the researchers investigated the effectiveness of Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy in a mouse model of chronic inflammatory lung disease, which can lead to reduced lung function and eventually respiratory failure. 

The results showed that inflammation was significantly reduced in the group receiving MSC therapy. 

"The preliminary findings demonstrate the potential effectiveness of MSC treatment as a means of repairing the damage caused by chronic lung diseases such as COPD," said Declan Doherty from Queens University Belfast in Britain.

The study was presented at the European Respiratory Society's Lung Science Conference in Portugal.

Further, the cell counts for both monocytic cells and neutrophils — both signs of inflammation — were significantly reduced after MSC therapy. 

Analysis of lung tissue revealed reduction in inflammation in the lung and significant improvements in lung structure, suggesting that this form of treatment has the potential to repair the damaged lung, the researchers said.

"The ability to counteract inflammation in the lungs by utilising the combined anti-inflammatory and reparative properties of MSCs could potentially reduce the inflammatory response in individuals with chronic lung disease whilst also restoring lung function in these patients," Doherty added. 

Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy is currently being investigated as a promising therapeutic approach for a number of incurable, degenerative lung diseases. 

Stem cell therapy can potentially reduce lung damage caused by chronic inflammation in conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cystic fibrosis, research from a pre-clinical trial has revealed.

In the study, the researchers investigated the effectiveness of Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy in a mouse model of chronic inflammatory lung disease, which can lead to reduced lung function and eventually respiratory failure. 

The results showed that inflammation was significantly reduced in the group receiving MSC therapy. 

"The preliminary findings demonstrate the potential effectiveness of MSC treatment as a means of repairing the damage caused by chronic lung diseases such as COPD," said Declan Doherty from Queens University Belfast in Britain.

The study was presented at the European Respiratory Society's Lung Science Conference in Portugal.

Further, the cell counts for both monocytic cells and neutrophils — both signs of inflammation — were significantly reduced after MSC therapy. 

Analysis of lung tissue revealed reduction in inflammation in the lung and significant improvements in lung structure, suggesting that this form of treatment has the potential to repair the damaged lung, the researchers said.

"The ability to counteract inflammation in the lungs by utilising the combined anti-inflammatory and reparative properties of MSCs could potentially reduce the inflammatory response in individuals with chronic lung disease whilst also restoring lung function in these patients," Doherty added. 

Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy is currently being investigated as a promising therapeutic approach for a number of incurable, degenerative lung diseases. 

In the wake of the escalating tensions over border issues with neghbouring countries, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the international borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan will be sealed as soon as possible.

"We have decided to seal the international borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan as soon as possible," the Union minister said while taking part in the passing out parade of the Border Security Force (BSF) at Tekanpur in Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh.

"The BSF has changed the rules of engagement at international borders. Now the BSF is a known entity even in neighbouring countries," he said.

"The BSF is discharging its responsibilities in protecting the nation's borders properly. That's why, the trust and belief of the people towards the BSF have increased," he added.

Responding to a question by the media after the parade function, Rajnath said: "The borders would be sealed. Fencing would be done wherever it's possible and in case it's not, technology would be brought into application."

In the wake of the escalating tensions over border issues with neghbouring countries, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the international borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan will be sealed as soon as possible.

"We have decided to seal the international borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan as soon as possible," the Union minister said while taking part in the passing out parade of the Border Security Force (BSF) at Tekanpur in Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh.

"The BSF has changed the rules of engagement at international borders. Now the BSF is a known entity even in neighbouring countries," he said.

"The BSF is discharging its responsibilities in protecting the nation's borders properly. That's why, the trust and belief of the people towards the BSF have increased," he added.

Responding to a question by the media after the parade function, Rajnath said: "The borders would be sealed. Fencing would be done wherever it's possible and in case it's not, technology would be brought into application."

Actress Pamela Anderson reportedly stormed off the set of TV show Celebrity Juice after host Keith Lemon embarrassed her by showing an old school photograph of her.

According to Lemon, Anderson grabbed her faux fur stole and left the set without saying goodbye, reports aceshowbiz.com.

"(Anderson) just suddenly picked up her fur stole and stormed off home. At first I thought it might be because she didn't want to play a game that involved putting chips up her nose, but it wasn't, it was because we showed an old school picture of her and she didn't like it," Lemon told The Sun newspaper.

"She didn't tell me, but she said to one of the producers, 'I'm not happy, I have clearance on all my pictures, I'm not happy you showed that.' She could've just said, 'Keith I have to go, I'm meeting a friend,' but no, she just stormed without even saying sorry," he added.

Actress Pamela Anderson reportedly stormed off the set of TV show Celebrity Juice after host Keith Lemon embarrassed her by showing an old school photograph of her.

According to Lemon, Anderson grabbed her faux fur stole and left the set without saying goodbye, reports aceshowbiz.com.

"(Anderson) just suddenly picked up her fur stole and stormed off home. At first I thought it might be because she didn't want to play a game that involved putting chips up her nose, but it wasn't, it was because we showed an old school picture of her and she didn't like it," Lemon told The Sun newspaper.

"She didn't tell me, but she said to one of the producers, 'I'm not happy, I have clearance on all my pictures, I'm not happy you showed that.' She could've just said, 'Keith I have to go, I'm meeting a friend,' but no, she just stormed without even saying sorry," he added.

 Actress Bella Thorne channelled her inner Marilyn Monroe when she posed topless for a photoshoot while sporting the late legendary actress famous platinum bob look along with winged eyeliner.

Thorne shared the photograph with her fans on Instagram on Friday, reports aceshowbiz.com.

In the image, Thorne covered her modesty with a white sheet while posing seductively for the camera.

"The body is meant to be seen and not covered up," Thorne captioned the image.

It was reported earlier this week that Thorne is missing her former boyfriend and actor Gregg Sulkin, after she shared on Twitter a throwback photograph.

A moderate earthquake, measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale, rocked India's northeastern states and parts of Myanmar on Saturday, an official said.

There were no reports of any casualties or damage.

The tremor was felt at 7.05 a.m. with an epicentre located in the Myanmar-India border region, an official of the Regional Seismological Centre here said.

Seven northeastern states — Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Tripura, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur — are considered by seismologists as the sixth major earthquake-prone belt in the world.