The Daily Guardian - November 13, 2024

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November 13, 2024

Free power, caste census among top 7 promises of Congress

The Congress on Tuesday released its manifesto for the Jharkhand assembly elections promising 250 units of free electricity, caste-based census and filling up of all vacant government posts within a year.

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Jharkhand votes today in 43 seats in phase 1

Ahead of the voting in the first phase of Assembly elections in Jharkhand on Wednesday, Returning Officer for Ranchi Assembly constituency, Utkarsh Kumar said that the mock poll will begin at 5.30 am after which polling will commence.

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Surge in Ayushman Bharat enrolments

The scheme has been expanded to include citizens of 70 and above

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A day after Jiribam encounter, two Meitei men found dead

Two elderly men died after insurgents torched a few shops in Jakuradhor Karong area

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Two beneficiaries die after angioplasty in Guj hospital

The Gujarat government on Tuesday ordered a probe into the death of two persons, enrolled under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, after they underwent angioplasty at a private hospital in Ahmedabad.

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Rate cut chances grow dim as inflation rises to 14-month high

Retail inflation breached the Reserve Bank's upper tolerance level, soaring to a 14-month high of 6.21 per cent in October mainly on account of rising food prices.

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MODI ATTACKS MVA OVER LEADERSHIP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said there is constant infighting within the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance in Maharashtra, with everyone fighting for the driver's seat.

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Mock drill at Chenab rail bridge tests security alert

In a proactive measure to counter potential security threats, security forces conducted a mock drill at the world's highest railway bridge, the Chenab Rail Bridge, located between Bakkal and Kauri in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Ayodhya turns a fortress after Pannun's threat

Security was tightened around the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on Tuesday after pro-Khalistan leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun allegedly issued a video message threatening to attack the temple.

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ROW ERUPTS AS UDDHAV ALLEGES BAG CHECK BY EC

Election fever grips Maharashtra and Jharkhand

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No accountability for defeat, changes likely in Haryana Congress in new year

Following the crushing defeat of Congress in Haryana, no one is seen taking responsibility for the defeat.

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Urgent need for effective strategies to address risks associated with glacial lakes

Dr. PK Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, highlighted mitigating risks associated with glacial lakes in order to ensure a safer future.

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'People won't forget how Mahayuti treated them': Bhupesh Baghel

Ahead of the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel on Tuesday said that the people of Maharashtra have not forgotten the way the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Mahayuti government have treated them.

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Congress conspiring with divisive, conservative Muslim elements

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Ravi Shankar Prasad hit out at the Congress party on Tuesday of conspiring with conservative and divisive elements within the Muslim community to gain votes in the upcoming Jharkhand and Maharashtra elections.

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PRADHAN URGES STATES TO SUPPORT EXAM REFORMS FOR ZERO-ERROR ENTRANCE TEST

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan called on state governments on Tuesday to join the Centre in implementing key examination reforms proposed by the Radhakrishnan Committee, underlining the need for \"zero-error entrance exams.\"

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Sachin Pilot hits out at Mahayuti alliance

Ahead of Maharashtra Assembly elections, Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Tuesday launched a blistering attack against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and said that they take votes in the name of religion.

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Govt sanctions first all-women reserve battalion for CISF

A first-ever all-women CISF battalion comprising more than 1,000 personnel has been sanctioned by the Union government keeping in mind the burgeoning duties of the force in VIP security, airports and other vital installations.

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MUDA scam: RTI activist levels fresh allegations against Karnataka CM

In yet another serious allegation levelled against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the alleged MUDA scam, Social Activist Snehamayi Krishna on Tuesday claimed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah influenced the allotment of the plot.

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For every rupee spent on ISRO, society got back Rs 2.50: ISRO chief

A recent study by ISRO on whether the money invested in the space agency has benefited the society, found that for every rupee that the organisation spent, the return is Rs 2.50, said ISRO chairman S Somanath on Tuesday.

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Matter of discussion: Kharge's speeches hardly reflect his vast political experience

Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge's speeches have become quite a matter of discussion in political arena.

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'Reports on Muslim reservation in jobs another new lie': Karnataka CMO

The Karnataka Chief Minister's Office (CMO) on Tuesday responded to media reports claiming that the state government was considering a proposal for Muslim reservation in jobs, calling the reports \"another new lie.\"

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'AMRUT tenders in Telangana classic example of crony capitalism': KTR

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao on Tuesday alleged irregularities in tenders awarded under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme in Telangana under Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.

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ACHIEVING 15% GROWTH RATE IS OUR TARGET: CM NAIDU

\"Creating wealth is possible only by providing various kinds of opportunities following which the living conditions of the poor can be increased by distributing this wealth to them\", Chandrababu Naidu said while interacting with various industrial giants during a Task Force meeting on the steps to be taken to achieve the goal of Vision-2047 on Monday.

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Ayushman Bharat enrolments

Free medical treatment up to Rs 5 lakh per family annually.

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Two beneficiaries die

The two persons - Nagarbhai Senma (59) and Mahesh Barot (45) - died soon after the angioplasty procedure along with stent placement was performed on them at the Khyati Multispeciality Hospital in Bodakdev area of the city on Monday.

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Bengal bypolls a test for parties to gauge RG Kar effect

In a State with 294 Assembly seats, bypolls in six constituencies should not create a ripple, but this time, all parties are waiting eagerly to see what effect the horrific rape and murder of a woman doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital may have on the electorate.

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Lawyer held for death threat to SRK

A lawyer from Chhattisgarh's capital Raipur was arrested by the Mumbai police on Tuesday over allegations of threatening to kill Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and demanding Rs 50 lakh last week, an official said.

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Delhi faces unusually high temperatures in Nov

This year, however, daytime temperatures have not fallen below 30 degrees Celsius, with the lowest recorded so far at 31 degrees Celsius.

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HC pulls up Delhi Govt Finance Dept for delayed funds to Asha Kiran

During the hearing, the bench expressed strong disapproval, stating, \"The urgency is not impressed upon you... 14 people have died... You should have called the MCD official and asked him the queries.\"

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Govt. distributes heaters to curb winter pollution and help night workers

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has launched a campaign to distribute electric heaters to night security guards in an effort to reduce air pollution in Delhi.

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Over 2.7 lakh vehicles fined for lack of PUC since Jan 1

Delhi Traffic Police has issued over 2.70 lakh challans to vehicle owners for driving without a pollution under control (PUC) certificate between January 1 and October 31 this year, the highest in three years, official data showed.

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MCD fines Rs 2.69 cr for violations of pollution norms

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has issued fines amounting to Rs 2.69 crore for violation of dust control norms during construction and demolition (C&D) activities between April and October this year, according to official data.

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'Discoms colluding with AAP for windfall gains'

The Delhi BJP on Tuesday submitted a memorandum to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, calling for an investigation into alleged financial irregularities in the power distribution companies, or discoms.

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AAP TO CONDUCT SURVEY FOR ALL SEATS

AAP has been taking major decisions based on public feedback and this time again it will do so for ticket distribution

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LG Saxena direct for immediate appointment of 2,346 Home Guards

Delhi Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena has directed for the immediate appointment of 2,346 Home Guards, who have qualified for their Physical Measurement and Efficiency Test (PMET) and written test, even as other vacancies amounting to 7,939 await outcome of two pending court cases, said an official statement from Lieutenant Governor office on Tuesday.

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Five accused held over alleged sexual assault on two girls

Five people have been arrested after two girls aged 17 and 22 filed a police complaint alleging they were sexually assaulted on November 10 in the Kasturba Niketan area, said Delhi police.

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39K improper parking challans issued at 4 major railway stations

Delhi Traffic Police has prosecuted more than 39,000 vehicles across the city's four railway stations for improper parking this year till October 22, according to official data.

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Delhi Police SI held for accepting bribe of Rs 10,000

The vigilance department has apprehended a Delhi Police sub-inspector for taking a bribe of Rs 10,000 to issue notice to accused persons in a fraud case, an official said on Tuesday.

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COURT ACQUITS JAGDISH TYTLER, ABHISHEK VERMA IN FORGERY CASE

Delhi court on Tuesday acquitted Congress leader Jagdish Tytler and controversial arms dealer Abhishek Verma in a 2009 case of allegedly forging the letterhead of then Minister of State for Home Ajay Maken, a defence lawyer said.

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Nursery, KG, Class 1 admissions in private schools to begin on November 28

The Delhi government's Department of Education (DoE) issued a circular on Tuesday, announcing that the admission process for nursery, KG and Class 1 in the city's private schools for the 2025-26 session will begin on November 28.

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Continuous sell-off by foreign investors may put India's Balance of Payments under pressure

The report noted that Foreign flows, especially from Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) in the equity market, are not just drivers of stock prices but essential to maintaining macroeconomic stability in India.

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Leading AI startup SparkCognition aims to triple workforce in India within 24 months

Avathon, formerly known as Spark Cognition, has announced its rebranding alongside ambitious plans to expand its workforce in India by threefold over the next 24 months.

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INDIA IS AIMING TO BECOME A DRONE HUB OF THE WORLD: DEFENCE MINISTER

He was speaking at Delhi Defence Dialogue at Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses.

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Public Sector Banks record strong performance in 1st half of FY25

The Public Sector Banks (PSBs) reported a robust performance in the first half of the financial year 2024-25, with aggregate business standing at Rs 236.04 lakh crore, showing 11 per cent Year on Year (YoY) growth, the Ministry of Finance said on Tuesday.

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Air India-VIStara merger complete; integrated entity to operate over 5,600 weekly flights

The two mergers have created a full service carrier and a low-cost carrier ofscale for the Tata Group, which is seeking to establish a \"world class global aviation company with an Indian heart.

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Frontier Nagaland Territory offers India a strategic alternative

In a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, the call for the establishment of the Frontier Nagaland Territory (FNT) marks a pivotal moment for India and the South East Asian region.

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COST OF IRRESPONSIBLE COMMENTS: A REFLECTION ON POLITICAL DIGNITY

In the grand theatre of international politics, where words are not just statements but signals of intent, the weight of a public figure's speech extends far beyond the immediate audience.

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LOCAL ISSUES RATHER THAN NATIONAL DIATRIBE IN MAHARASHTRA POLLS

Elections for the state of Maharashtra and Jharkhand are underway along with a crucial set of bypolls in Uttar Pradesh and, of course, the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat.

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COP29 approves global carbon market under Paris Agreement's Article 6

In a landmark decision at the first day of the global climate talks here, COP29 have officially adopted the new operational standards for a mechanism of the Paris Agreement under Article 6, setting the stage for a global carbon market.

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G20 LAGS IN CLIMATE ACTION: REPORT

Most G20 members, including the US, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, need to significantly step up climate action, according to a Climate Accountability Matrix launched at COP29 here on Tuesday.

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India's key focus at COP29: Equity, finance, and adaptation

Outlining its core expectations from the COP29 in ways that respect the unique needs of developing countries, India on Tuesday said it is expecting a carbon market mechanism \"without creating barriers to trade\" and a recalibration of climate finance under the new Goals.

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Supreme Court Dismissed Man's Petition To Deactivate 'Machine' Controlling His Brain: 'Bizarre'

The Supreme Court in the case observed and has dismissed a petition filed by a man who alleged that his brain was being controlled by other persons through a machine.

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Supreme Court Warns Delhi Of 'Harsh Orders' Over Failure To Implement 2016 Rules: Solid Waste Management Rules Remain On Paper

The Supreme Court in the case MC Mehta v. Union of India observed and has expressed concern over lack of implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, wherein it highlighted the issues like unchecked waste accumulation at landfill sites, waste from construction, and the risk of fires at waste storage areas.

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Allahabad High Court: Owner Of Electric Vehicle Purchased Prior To October 14, 2022 Cannot Seek Refund Of Tax Citing Subsequent Exemption Notification

The Allahabad High Court in the case Ankur Vikram Singh Respondent v. State of UP observed and has held that the owner of an electric vehicle which was purchased prior to October 14, 2022 cannot seek refund of tax citing a subsequent notification exempting the payment of One Time Tax.

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Supreme Court Stayed High Court Direction For CBI Probe Into Alleged Custodial Torture Of Women BY Kolkata Police: RG Kar Protest

The Supreme Court in the case The State Of West Bengal Ad Ors. Versus Rebeka Khatun Molla @ Rebeka Molla And Ors observed and has stayed the order of Calcutta High Court wherein the court directed CBI probe into allegations of custodial torture of 2 women arrested amid protests that took place in West Bengal after the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder incident.

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DELHI HIGH COURT ISSUED EX-PARTE INTERIM INJUNCTION AGAINST SALE OF PHARMA PRODUCTS WITH 'KIND' FORMATIVE TRADEMARKS

The Delhi High Court in the case Mankind Pharma Limited vs. Aquakind Land LLP & ors observed and has issued a temporary injunction in favour of Mankind Pharma Limited, which being against the sale of its medical and pharmaceutical goods with the trademark 'MANKIND' and 'KIND' formative marks.

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SUPREME COURT DIRECTED PUNJAB GOVT, SEC TO NOTIFY MUNICIPALITY ELECTIONS IN 2 WEEKS; TO BE COMPLETED IN 8 WEEKS THEREAFTER

The Supreme Court in the case The State of Punjab and Ors. Versus Beant Kumar And Anr modified the Punjab and Haryana High Court order which directed that Punjab municipality elections be notified within 15 days.

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EU HIGH REPRESENTATIVE CONDEMNS ISRAELI AIRSTRIKE ON GAZA

Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, strongly condemned the recent Israeli airstrike on Jabalia in Gaza, which resulted in numerous civilian casualties.

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Rawalpindi grapples with record inflation essential commodities

Rawalpindi is reeling under unprecedented inflation as the prices of essential commodities continue to climb, defying the government's assurances of price stability.

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China shows off military technology at Zhuhai Air Show

The extraordinary energy and innovation of China's military-industrial complex show few signs of waning, if exhibits at this year's spectacular Zhuhai Air Show in southern China, not far from Hong Kong, are anything to go by.

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Sri Lanka lobbies US for lifting of adverse travel advisory

Sri Lanka has asked the US embassy here to lift its adverse travel advisory warning its citizens to stay away from traveling.

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Pakistan's smog crisis worsens, experts urge Shehbaz Sharif to intervene

Air quality experts in Pakistan have sounded the alarm over hazardous air pollution, particularly in Punjab, urging Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to take decisive action.

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35 killed, 43 injured as man rams car into crowd in Chinese city

Terming it a \"major vicious incident\", local police said the incident occurred around 7:48 p.m. Monday when citizens were exercising at the sports centre where a large number of people gathered for physical workouts, the official media reported Tuesday.

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'Unrest' among workers, inexperienced interim govt hurts Bangladesh's garment industry

Leading Bangladesh factory owner expressed concern over the unrest taking place in the garment industry which is alarming for the country's economy.

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Biden urges nation to 'heal wounds' on his last Veterans Day

United States outgoing President Joe Biden on Monday expressed deep gratitude to veterans for their dedication to the nation, emphasizing the importance of honoring commitment of those who have served.

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MIKE WALTZ NEW NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISOR FOR TRUMP 2.0

Waltz appreciated PM Modi's vision of a fully developed India by 2047 and said that US and its industries would work with India.

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Alix Didier Fils-Aime sworn in as new Haiti PM, as gunfire hits US flight

Alix Didier Fils-Aime was sworn in as Haiti's new prime minister, hours after a flight from the United States was hit by gunfire while making its final approach to the capital Port-au-Prince, Al Jazeera reported.

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Canada: Peel Police requests temple body to postpone event amid 'threats'

Hours after the Brampton Triveni Mandir and Community Centre cancelled a Life Certificate Event owing to fears of 'violent protests' and requested the local police to address the threats faced by them, the Peel Regional Police requested the temple authorities to consider 'rescheduling' the upcoming event owing to threats.

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Amsterdam violence: Pro-Palestine protesters clash with police, set tram ablaze

Rioters set ablaze an empty tram and a police car on Monday night. Reportedly, 'Free Palestine' slogans were raised by the rioters. Videos posted on social media showed a tram being attacked with fireworks and its windows being shattered.

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Germany to hold snap polls on Feb 23

Germany is set to hold early elections on February 23, following the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government.

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NEW DRAMA SERIES 'WAACK GIRLS' ANNOUNCED, TO BE RELEASED ON NOVEMBER 22

A new series titled 'Waack Girls' is all set to hit the streaming giant Prime Video.

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SRK, PREITY ZINTA'S 'KAL HO NAA HO' SET FOR THEATRICAL RE-RELEASE

Joining the trend of re-releases, Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta-starrer 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' is all set to reignite the charm of early 2000s Bollywood super soon.

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Anil Kapoor gets nostalgic as 'Slumdog Millionaire' clocks 16 years

As the iconic film 'Slumdog Millionaire' clocked 16 years since its release, actor Anil Kapoor took to social media to share his thoughts on the movie and how quickly \"time flies.\"

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MEGAN FOX PREGNANT, EXPECTING BABY WITH MACHINE GUN KELLY

The two went public with their relationship after Fox appeared in Kelly's \"Bloody Valentine\" music video in May 2020.

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VETERAN BENGALI ACTOR MANOJ MITRA PASSES AWAY

He had been a leading personality in our theatre and film worlds and his contributions have been immense. I convey my condolences to his family, friends and admirers,\" she wrote.

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PARMISH VERMA COMES UP WITH NEW SONG 'MY LIFE BE LIKE'

Popular singer Parmish Verma on Tuesday unveiled his new song 'My Life Be Like'.

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VISHNU MANCHU OFFERS PRAYERS AT TIRUMALA TEMPLE

This universal theme of devotion and loyalty is sure to resonate with audiences worldwide. Kannappa is directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by Manchu's banners AVA Entertainment and 24 Frames Factory.

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The nutritional benefits of boiled rice: A healthier choice

Boiled rice, often regarded as a staple in many cultures, is not only a versatile ingredient but also a nutritious food option that brings numerous health benefits.

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BUFFET BLISS: WHERE QUALITY MEETS QUANTITY IN A GRANDER AVATAR

Rejoice as Pirates of Grill Grande in Cyber Hub, Gurgaon is here to fulfil every desire of your heart (via your stomach). Bring your appetite along and leave the rest to us!

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THE LEADERSHIP SKILLS EVERY RESTAURATEUR NEEDS

The restaurant industry is dynamic, fast-paced, and highly competitive, where a powerful blend of culinary excellence and strong leadership defines success.

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Lone Wolf: A Tale Of Two - Alpha and Maverick

As a beer enthusiast, I love trying new brews to tantalize my taste buds. Recently, I tried two craft beers that left an indelible mark on my palate: Lone Wolf Alpha and Maverick. Here's a quick review on the two beers and what I liked about them!

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FROM CLASSROOM TO CAREER: THE POWER OF EDTECH IN SKILL BUILDING

The field of Education is going through a transformative shift driven by technological advancements.

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CHANGING THE TRADITIONAL STYLE OF QUESTION PAPER CREATION: REVOLUTIONIZING EXAMINATIONS THROUGH DIGITAL FORMS

In the education sector, where everything is changing quickly, the traditional method of question paper design has long been arduous and time-consuming.

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The importance of learning Vedas for students

In today's rapidly evolving world, where technology and innovation often take the spotlight, the ancient wisdom of the Vedas holds timeless relevance.

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First ever high altitude para centre in world to feature 29 para sports

The world's first high-altitude para sports centre dedicated to training and nurturing para athletes in the country will be established in Leh, Ladakh and will focus on training for international competitions, including the larger goal of preparing para-athletes for the 2028 Paralympics and advancing their skills, confidence, and performance to excel on global platforms.

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Afghan all-rounder Nabi to retire from ODIs after Champions Trophy

Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has announced that he will retire from One-Day Internationals after next year's Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

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After ODI success, Pak skipper Rizwan eyes Twenty20 series win in Australia

Pakistan's white-ball captain Mohammad Rizwan is confident of winning the upcoming T20 international series in Australia and is also eyeing a whitewash of the home team.

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Shami to return to competitive cricket, to play for Bengal against MP in Ranji Trophy

Premier India pacer Mohammed Shami will make his much-anticipated return to competitive cricket after a hiatus of nearly a year through Bengal's Ranji Trophy match against Madhya Pradesh in Indore from Wednesday, announced Cricket Association of Bengal.

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AUSSIE MEDIA WELCOMES TEAM INDIA AHEAD OF HIGH-OCTANE BGT CLASH

their attention to The Gabba in Brisbane for the third Test, which will be held from The much anticipated Border-Gavaskar series between India and Australia will begin on November 22, with the first Test at Perth

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Uma Mahesh wins gold medal at FISU World University Championship

Uma Mahesh on Monday bagged a Gold medal at the prestigious FISU World University Championship at Karni Singh Stadium in New Delhi.

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Treesa-Gayatri make first-round exit from Kumamoto Masters

Indian pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand was knocked out in the opening round of Kumamoto Masters Japan with a defeat in straight games to their opponents from Chinese Taipei, here on Tuesday.

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PCB asks ICC to explain India's refusal to send team to Pak for Champions Trophy

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Tuesday it has asked the sport's governing body to explain India's refusal to send a team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy next year.

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