http://www.aussieindolanka.com/ Community Portal for the South Asians living in Australia and New Zealand AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) http://www.aussieindolanka.com/images/ail_logo.gif http://www.aussieindolanka.com/ Fashion evolves every season. The year 2009 offered a melange of casuals and formals for that killer look, be it checkered shorts and Jodhpurs or velvet jackets and high waist skirts. IANS takes a peek at the Top 10 trends: http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=78907 2009-12-23 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) How about having the Taj Mahal for a cake this Christmas? Bangaloreans sure are not saying no to this delicious offer. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=78906 2009-12-23 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) Celebrity fashion designer Manish Malhotra has launched a contemporary yet traditional trousseau line for today’s bride that is rich in velvets, brocades and his favourite nets. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=78496 2009-12-15 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) It was a journey to the bygone era which had everything --starting from sufiana music to qawwalis, from mushaira to a fashion show topped with a large spread of delicacies like rista and biryani. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=78495 2009-12-15 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) English jazz and fusion artist John McLaughlin was awarded the Haafiz Ali Khan Award 2009 for his contribution to the world of music here Tuesday. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=77365 2009-11-25 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) After being in the music industry for 50 years and causing many a pelvic thrust, British Indian composer Biddu has now switched to writing. He is now penning his autobiography and two novels. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=77364 2009-11-25 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) Bollywood veteran Jaya Prada, who walked the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW) ramp for designer duo Ashima-Leena here Saturday, says though she was nervous about the catwalk at first, she felt like a "queen" once she stepped on stage. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=75703 2009-10-26 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) She was showcasing her designs after a long time. And ace designer Ritu Beri’s neat, flattering collection on display at the Wills Lifestlye India Fashion Week (WIFW) stole the limelight from Bollywood actor Abhay Deol. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=75701 2009-10-26 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Sunday urged the youngsters to say good-bye to fast food culture of pizza, burgers and pastas, and eat traditional food that has a more nutritional value. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=75695 2009-10-26 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) A British TV chef who promotes healthy meals has said his brush with the food habits of an American town has made his "hairs raise". http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=73729 2009-09-21 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) The works of weavers were highlighted and a galaxy of show stoppers dazzled as the second edition of the Kolkata Fashion Week (KFW)-II drew more crowds, despite the occasional hitches. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=73362 2009-09-15 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) India’s drought at the Miss Universe pageant continued as Miss India Ekta Chaudhary failed to reach the top 15 for the 2009 edition of the event, but the designers here feel she was a "deserving candidate" and lost because of sheer "bad luck". http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=71840 2009-08-24 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) Art work worth Rs. 400 million or Rs. 40 crore is expected to be showcased in the second edition of the India Art Summit which will be held in the capital Aug 19-22. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=70560 2009-08-04 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) Hopes of consolidation in the country’s style space have all but vanished with the newly-promoted Fashion and Design Promotion Council (FDPC) Wednesday announcing the debut of its India Fashion and Design Week (IFDW) here in October. http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=69987 2009-07-22 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com) With Bollywood Stars of Kidnap with ICL Stars – walked the Provogue Ramp http://www.aussieindolanka.com/news_main.asp?newsid=64351 2008-10-06 Entertainment AIL (mailto:info@aussieindolanka.com)