Musk's X announces measures to bar Grok from undressing images after global backlashElon Musk's platform X on Wednesday announced measures to prevent its AI chatbot Grok from undressing images of real people, following glob...
15 Jan, 2026, 08.15 AM IST
Why and when International Bikini Day is observed?July 5 is observed as International Bikini Day in many parts of the world to commemorate its invention on this date in 1946.
07 Jul, 2023, 06.39 PM IST
After 'Besharam Rang' controversy, Censor Board asks 'Pathaan' makers to make changes in film, songs before releaseCalls for a ban againt‘Pathaan’ started making the rounds on Twitter after the launch of ‘Besharam Rang’ song.
29 Dec, 2022, 05.18 PM IST
It is woman's right to decide what she wants to wear, stop harassing: Priyanka Gandhi"Whether it is a bikini, a ghoonghat, a pair of jeans or a hijab, it is a woman's right to decide what she wants to wear," Gandhi tweeted. ...
09 Feb, 2022, 04.02 PM IST
Beijing bans 'uncivilised' behaviour to improve public hygieneBeijing has banned "uncivilised" behaviour such as not covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, the city government said on S...
26 Apr, 2020, 10.24 AM IST
Goa Minister Dhavalikar supports wife's remarks linking rape to western cultureGoa Minister, Deepak Dhavalikar has supported his wife's statement, which declared rapes are caused by women copying western culture.
07 Apr, 2015, 11.39 AM IST
Congress leader takes a dig at Goa's dress code orderCulture Minister Dayanand Mandrekar evaded a firm reply when asked if the order will be implemented strictly.
25 Mar, 2015, 01.55 PM IST
Manohar Parrikar's high jump, mining ban, bikini issue kept Goa busyThe sudden decision of the Narendra Modi-led government to invite Parrikar to join the central ministry came as an unbelievable development.
21 Dec, 2014, 12.08 PM IST
BJP legislator, Michael Lobo demands dress code for men on Goa beachesSenior Goa BJP legislator today demanded dress code for men on the beaches, days after state minister sought ban on bikinis at seaside.
02 Sep, 2014, 04.37 PM IST
Goa MLA Lavoo Mamledar proposes concept of bikni beach with an entry feeJustifying his suggestion to the House, Mamledar told STOI that his statement was a sequel to the June-end demand of his party leader.
17 Aug, 2014, 01.29 PM IST
Goa MLA demands special bikini beach; BJP says nothing doingMeanwhile, State Tourism Minister Parulekar distanced himself from the comments made by Mamlatdar, saying it was his personal opinion.
16 Aug, 2014, 08.44 PM IST
No change in policy over dress code on beaches: Manohar ParrikarHe also said that he would not like to comment about government's views on pub culture, unless people are clear what is meant by "pub cultu...
30 Jul, 2014, 02.26 PM IST
Narendra Modi will develop India into a Hindu state: Goa MinisterGoa's Cooperation Minister Dipak Dhavalikar today appeared to have waded into another, saying Prime Minister Narendra Modi will develop Ind...
24 Jul, 2014, 05.40 PM IST
Pubs, liquor very much part of Indian culture says Goa BJP MLA Vishnu WaghManohar Parrikar ruled out ban on bikinis, but drinking in public places, including beaches, will not be allowed to avoid nuisance.
03 Jul, 2014, 11.16 AM IST
No bikini ban on Goa's beaches: CM Manohar ParrikarParrikar ruled out banning wearing of bikinis on Goa's beaches, a day after a minister in his govt advocated such a measure, but said drink...
02 Jul, 2014, 06.23 PM IST
Why do doubts about men linger?Presumably, India’s ancient stone carvings of similarly (un)clad women have passed their “lure-by” date and need not be targeted for Bamiya...
01 Jun, 2013, 05.00 AM IST
BMC moves to cover up lingerie mannequinsThe civic body that governs Mumbai plans to ban the display of bikini-clad mannequins in public places, a move it says will help reduce sex...
29 May, 2013, 11.47 AM IST