The Daily Guardian - December 25, 2024

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December 25, 2024

Atal Ji, the statesman who shaped India with his vision and resolve

Today, 25th December is a very special day for all of us. Our nation marks the 100th Jayanti of our beloved former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji.

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Taslima Nasreen accuses Mamata of banning her play

Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of banning her play Lajja in the state.

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Rain lashes Delhi, AQI improves slightly

Parts of Delhi witnessed rain on Tuesday evening even as the day temperature remained slightly higher than normal for this time of the season.

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Cong releases 2nd list; it is Farhad vs Manish

The Congress Tuesday released its second list of 26 candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly polls, fielding Farhad Suri against AAP's Manish Sisodia from Jangpura while also giving tickets ex-AAP MLAs Asim Khan and Devender Sehrawat.

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People reeling under rising prices, but govt sleeping: Rahul

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said the people are struggling with rising prices and are forced to compromise on small things of daily needs while the government is sleeping like 'Kumbhakaran'.

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Number of jobs in unincorporated sector up 10% at 12 crore: Survey

Unincorporated sector enterprises witnessed a 10.01 per cent increase in employment to over 12 crore during the year ended September 2024, while the number of establishments rose 12.28 per cent to 7.34 crore, according to a government survey.

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Number of jobs in unincorporated sector up 10% at 12 crore: Survey

Jobs, agriculture, funds for infra figure prominently in the meet

1 min

Popcorn sold in cinemas may attract only 5% GST

Popcorn, in loose form, sold in movie theatres will continue to attract GST at a 5 per cent rate, same as in restaurants, government sources said.

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Five soldiers killed as Army vehicle plunges into gorge

In a heart-breaking incident near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district, five Army soldiers lost their lives, and several others were injured when their vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a deep gorge, officials confirmed on Sunday.

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Troubles mount for Allu Arjun as police grill the star

Actor Allu Arjun has returned to his residence after appearing at the Chikkadpally police station in Hyderabad in connection with the Sandhya theatre incident.

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Create data-rich platform to benefit investigating officers: Shah to NCRB

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has instructed the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) to develop a data-rich platform aimed at assisting investigation officers and other stakeholders in the criminal justice system.

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Dallewal writes to PM Modi again

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal on Tuesday wrote another letter to the Prime Minister, urging him to enact the MSP Guarantee Law based on the report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture.

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47 arrested in Sambhal violence: UP Police

The Sambhal violence raised concerns over public safety, prompting authorities to tighten security.

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Congress fact-finding panel blames BJP, EC of rigging in Haryana polls

The Congress Fact-Finding Committee has released its interim report on the BJP's victory and the Congress' unexpected defeat in the Haryana Assembly elections blaming the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), EVM and the Election Commission (EC) for electoral rigging.

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'I am absolutely fine, we will either win or die': Dallewal

Farmer leader's fast enters 29th day as farmers prepare for long haul at Khanauri border

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PM MODI TO LAY FOUNDATION STONE OF KEN-BETWA RIVER LINK PROJECT TODAY

To benefit 7.18 lakh farmer families of 2,000 villages

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MHA constitutes tribunal to review ULFA's status as unlawful association

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has constituted an Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal to determine whether there is sufficient cause to declare the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), including all its factions, wings, and front organisations, as an unlawful association.

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Babaria halts district heads' appointments amid internal rift in Haryana Congress

Haryana Congress's state in-charge Deepak Babria has put the list of district in-charges issued by state president Chaudhary Udai Bhan on hold.

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Maha farmers to lead second green revolution through green energy: CM

Fadnavis launches Solar Agriculture Feeder Project 2.0 to ensure power to farmers during day

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BJP's Somaiya slams Rahul's Parbhani visit

Hitting out at the Congress MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his visit to violence-hit Parbhani, BJP leader Kirit Somaiya on Tuesday said that sensationalisation and politicisation of such issues do not suit opposition parties.

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Stalin urges Jaishankar to ensure release of 17 fishermen held by Sri Lanka

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to intervene and secure the release of 17 Tamil Nadu fishermen who were apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy.

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'NAV SATYAGRAH BAITHAK': CONG NAMES CWC IN BELAGAVI

To decide 2025 action plan, take up Ambedkar 'insult' issue strongly

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Increase in voter turnout normal: EC clears Cong concerns

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has cleared misconceptions on voter turnout amidst concerns raised by the Congress party after the Maharashtra Assembly elections.

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Two jwanas injured in Naxal attack in Sukma

Two COBRA commandos of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were injured in the exchange of fire with Naxals on Monday as they were securing a forward base established in the forest area of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh, according to officials.

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Karnataka govt orders CID inquiry into BJP MLC Ravi incident

Karnataka Minister G Parameshwara announced on Tuesday that a CID inquiry has been ordered into the recent incident involving BJP MLC CT Ravi.

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Allu Arjun grilled by police in Sandhya theatre incident case

Actor Allu Arjun has returned to his residence after appearing at the Chikkadpally police station in Hyderabad in connection with the Sandhya theatre incident.

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CM Atishi, Kejriwal starts 24-hr water supply in Rajinder Nagar

Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday inaugurated the Booster Pumping Station in Rajinder Nagar assembly constituency in Delhi which aims to provide clean water in the local areas.

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'HAVE SOME SHAME': SISODIA VS TIWARI OVER KEJRIWAL VIDEO

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari posted an old video of Kejriwal, accusing him of mocking the Constitution's framers

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Cong accuses ex-CM of false promises, water supply failures

The Delhi Congress unit has strongly criticized the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for allegedly deceiving Delhiites by making false promises and manipulating their emotions.

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BJP intensifies ticket buzz for assembly polls

With the wait for the BJP's candidate list for the Delhi assembly election likely to end this week, the buzz over ticket distribution has intensified within the party as former Union ministers, ex-MPs and top office bearers of Delhi unit are in the race.

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Illegal Bangladesh immigration racket busted, 11 arrested

With the arrest of 11 people, Delhi Police on Tuesday claimed to have unearthed a gang involved in illegal immigration of Bangladeshi nationals.

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Police busts fake visa racket, four held

Delhi Police busted a fake visa racket, arresting four members. The accused were involved in preparing counterfeit visa stickers and temporary residence cards for various countries, said the police.

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LG directs for weekly meeting of police with elderly, help desks

In a post on X, the LG said he has directed the Delhi Police to hold weekly interactions with the senior citizens. Police have been instructed to increase patrolling in vulnerable areas, he said.

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LIGHT RAIN LASHES PARTS OF DELHI, TRAFFIC SNAGS ON CHRISTMAS EVE

Delhi witnessed a sudden change in weather as light rain lashed several parts of the national capital, bringing a festive chill on Christmas Eve.

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Kejriwal accuses opposition of vote-buying in New Delhi constituency

The political atmosphere in Delhi is heating up even before the official announcement of assembly election dates, with political parties engaging in a war of words.

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Brazilian arrested at IGI Airport for smuggling Rs 21 crore cocaine

The Customs department at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport has recovered 1.383 kg of cocaine worth approximately Rs 21 crore from a Brazilian national.

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CAG reports: HC seeks govt, LG reply on BJP plea

BJP MLA Vijender Gupta and his counsel argued that, as a member of the House, it was his right to receive and debate the reports.

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Saurabh Bharadwaj inaugurates Shahpur Jat Festival

The Delhi Government's Tourism Department organized the annual two-day Shahpur Jat Festival in the Greater Kailash constituency, inaugurated by Tourism Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj.

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Swiggy plans to onboard 1 lakh women delivery partners by 2030

Food delivery platform Swiggy on Tuesday said it is planning to onboard at least 1 lakh women delivery partners by 2030 and signed an initial pact with the NSE for rolling out a financial literacy programme for delivery partners, with special focus on women workforce.

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2024 is 9th consecutive year of positive returns for domestic markets, says report

Despite the recent fall, Indian equity markets are on track to close 2024 with positive returns for the ninth consecutive year, marking the longest streak of annual gains on record, according to a report by Standard Chartered bank.

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Sensex pares gains to end the day in red

The stock markets ended in red territory after a volatile session on Tuesday, failing to hold the opening gains.

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ECONOMY ON RECOVERY PATH AFTER Q2 SLOWDOWN: RBI

GDP growth slowed to 5.4%, the lowest in seven quarters

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Akasa Air slapped Rs 10 lakh fine by DGCA for denying boarding

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday imposed a Rs 10 lakh fine on Akasa Air for refusing boarding to seven passengers and for not offering the required compensation.

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Govt launches AI-enabled helpline

Food and Consumer Affairs minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday launched several initiatives to strengthen consumer protection, including artificial intelligence-enabled helpline and tools to detect deceptive marketing practices, while major ecommerce players pledged to enhance online shopping safety.

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NFRA slaps Rs 8 lakh penalty on 2 auditors in DB case

The regulator suo moto initiated an examination into the professional conduct of the statutory auditors of DB Realty Ltd (DBRL) under the Companies Act, 2013.

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Popcorn sold in movie theatres to attract 5% GST

Popcorn, in loose form, sold in movie theatres will continue to attract GST at a 5 per cent rate, same as in restaurants, government sources said.

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ATAL BIHARI VAJPAYEE: ARCHITECT OF MODERN BHARAT AND STATESMAN OF PEACE

As Bharat gears up to commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on December 25, 2024, we reflect upon the life and legacy of one of the most respected statesmen in Indian history.

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ONOE: Challenging yet beneficial

After Independence, four Lok Sabha and Assembly polls were held simultaneously, so why not now?

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BRAND MODI STILL DOMINANT POLITICAL FORCE

The tumultuous 2024 is drawing to a close and what a year it's been.

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RAGAS AND RAFI

Before Mohammad Rafi, singing style in Indian Cinema was typically straightforward and lacked dramatic modulations. Post-Rafi, playback singers were expected to exhibit versatility. His influence inspired legends like Kishore Kumar and Mukesh. On his 100th birth anniversary, let us look back at his rendering.

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Delhi High Court: Prima facie no error in single judge ruling to revise CLAT UG 2025 marks

The single judge bench ordered revision in the results of two questions- 14 and 100. The court held that the law does not commend a total 'hands off' approach for Courts where the answer key is demonstrably wrong, underscoring that injustice caused to a candidate must be undone.

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Centre notifies appointments of four additional judges of Karnataka High Court as permanent

The Central Government has notified the appointment of four additional judges as permanent judges of the Karnataka High Court.

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Centre notifies appointment of Chief Justices of Himachal Pradesh High Court and Uttarakhand High Court

The Central Government has notified the appointment of Chief Justices of Himachal Pradesh High Court and Uttarakhand High Court.

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NCLAT sets aside petition filed against NCLT order approving sale of Reliance Broadcast Network

The NCLAT in the case dismissed appeals against the NCLT's approval of Sapphire Media's bid for Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd.

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RG Kar rape-murder case: Calcutta High Court allows sit-in protest by doctors' forum, says every citizen has right to protest peacefully

The bench in the case observed that, 'Every citizen of a country has a right to make a peaceful protest provided a sufficient safeguard is taken in this regard which does not encroach upon the rights of the people at large.

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DELHI RIOTS: DELHI HIGH COURT ISSUES NOTICE ON TAHIR HUSSAIN'S BAIL PETITION IN IB STAFFER ANKIT SHARMA'S MURDER CASE

The FIR 65 of 2020 was registered at Dayalpur police station, which was based on the complaint made by the deceased's father. He also lodged a missing report when his son went missing during the riots. Later, Ankit's body was recovered from a drain, and he was declared dead by GTB hospital.

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Delhi High Court: Award is time-barred under Section 34(3) of Arbitration Act due to petitioner's failure to confirm award receipt on affidavit

The counsel, Advocates Mr. Prashant Mehta, Mr. Varun Gupta, Ms.Simran wason, Mr. Akhil G.Kurup appeared for the Petitioner. The counsel, Advocates Mr. Sidhant Goel, Mr. Shubham Shanker Saxena, Mr. Karmanya Dev Sharma represented the Defendant.

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S. Korea's opposition party to impeach acting President Han

The main opposition Democratic Party (DP) has announced it will introduce an impeachment motion against acting President Han Duck-soo on Tuesday over his refusal to promulgate two special counsel bills targeting President Yoon Suk Yeol and first lady Kim Keon Hee, Yonhap News Agency reported.

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'WE WILL STRIKE HOUTHIS... JUST AS WE DID TO HANIYEH': ISRAEL

Hamas leader Haniyeh's killing came hours after top Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr was killed in an Israeli air attack on the southern suburbs of Beirut, on July 31.

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China firmly opposes US probe into its semiconductor sector

China expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the US' Section 301 investigation into its semiconductor industry policies, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said in a statement on Monday, Xinhua reported.

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Court grants transit bail to Pak's ex-President Arif Alvi

Speaking to reporters outside the court, Arif Alvi called for the reversal of actions taken against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). He said, \"It is still time to reverse what has been done to the PTI,\" according to ARY News report.

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Dissanayake's Presidency opens new chapter in India-Lanka ties

When India invited left-wing leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake for a visit in February, no one anticipated that the political landscape of Sri Lanka would experience a significant transformation, culminating in his surprising rise to the presidency by the end of the year.

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Netanyahu thanks Christian communities for support

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued holiday wishes to Israel's Christian communities, as well as those around the world, ahead of the Christmas holiday on Wednesday, thanking them for supporting the country over more than a year of war.

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Millions allocated for environment in Israel

A total of 432 applications were submitted to the fund, totaling approximately 1.2 billion Shekels (USD 326 million). Approximately 70 percent - 294 applications - were submitted by local authorities, of which 60 were submitted by minority authorities and 12 applications were submitted by city associations.

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UK expresses concern over China's human rights violations in Tibet

On the 40th anniversary of the Sino-British Joint Declaration, members of the UK House of Lords engaged in a heated debate about the government's stance on China, specifically focusing on human rights violations and security concerns arising from Chinese actions in Tibet, Hong Kong, Taiwan, the South China Sea, and East Turkestan, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) said in a statement.

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US reiterates support for democratic Bangladesh in talks with Yunus

It added, \"Both leaders expressed their commitment to respecting and protecting the human rights of all people, regardless of religion.

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Italy to prolong war supplies to Ukraine until the end of 2025

Italy's cabinet on Monday passed a law decree that allows it to continue supplying until the end of 2025 \"means, materials and equipment\" to Ukraine to support its war effort against Russia, a government statement said.

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American Airlines resumes operations after technical issue grounds flights

According to CNN, travelers were informed of the issue early Tuesday morning and expressed frustration at the lack of updates at the gate.

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Swiss plane makes emergency landing in Austria

A Swiss International Air Lines flight had to make an emergency landing in Austria on Monday due to smoke in the cabin and cockpit, CNN reported, citing the airline.

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UK PM HOPES FOR PEACE IN MIDDLE EAST IN CHRISTMAS MESSAGE

'This Christmas, I will be hoping for peace, particularly in the Middle East as the birthplace of the Christmas story,' said Starmer.

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US investigators accuse man as illegal Chinese agent

Amidst growing concerns about Chinese infiltration, US investigators have charged a man as an \"illegal agent\" of China while working as the campaign manager for a candidate in a municipal election in a California city.

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JEFF BEZOS DENIES REPORTS OF $600 MILLION MARRIAGE WITH FIANCEE

Jeff Bezos has denied the rumors about his marriage with Lauren Sanchez in a lavish ceremony close to Christmas.

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SIDHARTH, JANHVI'S 'PARAM SUNDARI' FIRST LOOK OUT

Actors Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor are teaming up for the first time in Dinesh Vijan's upcoming film 'Param Sundari'.

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Anil Kapoor announces his next film 'Subedaar'

Anil Kapoor who never fails to prove that age is just a number shared the first look of his upcoming film 'Subedaar', on the occasion of his 68th birthday.

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SHAAN SHARES UPDATE AFTER FIRE BREAKS OUT AT HIS RESIDENCE

Shaan on Tuesday took to bis Instagram to share details on the incident and confirmed that everyone in his family is safe.

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CHRISTOPHER NOLAN'S NEXT FILM AN ADAPTATION OF 'THE ODYSSEY'

The wait is over for Christopher Nolan fans as Universal Studios on Monday announced that the acclaimed director will adapt Homer's epic poem 'The Odyssey' for his next film.

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ALLU ARJUN REACHES HIS HOME AFTER MEETING POLICE

Actor Allu Arjun has returned to his residence after appearing at the Chikkadpally police station in Hyderabad in connection with the Sandhya theatre incident.

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Varun seeks blessings at Mahakaleshwar Temple

Actor Varun Dhawan, who is all set for the release of his upcoming film 'Baby John', visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Monday.

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Indulge in Sweet and Savory Delights

Experience the rich flavors of Tres Leches and the refreshing zest of a Tropical Salad, perfect for any occasion.

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CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SPIRIT WITH FLAVORABLE WINES

Celebrate the festive season at Across in Kala Ghoda with its newly introduced 'Alps and Himalayas' wine menu, perfectly paired with modernist Himalayan cuisine.

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Celebrate Christmas with Festive Delights Across the City

This Christmas, indulge in the festive spirit with an array of specially curated experiences at top venues across Delhi-NCR.

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Celebrate Christmas with Exquisite Dining at Le Meridien New Delhi

This Christmas, Le Meridien New Delhi invites you to indulge in festive celebrations at The One, with a delightful brunch and an elegant dinner, promising unforgettable moments.

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Upskilling for the digital economy: How students can stay ahead in a technology-driven world

As technology continues to reshape industries, students must prioritize upskilling to stay competitive in the workforce.

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BOARD EXAMS VS. COMPETITIVE EXAMS: TIME TO FIX THE DISCONNECT AND RETHINK INDIA'S EDUCATION MODEL

It's been over three decades since I sat in my tiny study room in my childhood home surrounded by stacks of textbooks and scattered notes.

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HOW B-SCHOOLS ARE REDEFINING BUSINESS EDUCATION WITH ESG PRINCIPLES IN MANAGEMENT CURRICULUMS

The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into the management curriculums is changing the business education landscape. With the growing attention to sustainable and ethical business practices, B-schools are changing to ensure that their graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to lead responsibly in a complex global economy.

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'His brain's condition is not stable': Doctor gives update on Kambli's health

Dr Vivek Dwivedi, treating former India cricketer Vinod Kambli at Aakriti Hospital in Thane, said on Tuesday that the 52-year-old's brain condition is not stable.

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Kohli, Bumrah would elevate SA20 to another level, says Donald

SA20 Ambassador and South African fast-bowling legend Allan Donald has expressed excitement at the prospect of including Indian players in the SA20 league.

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Gill needs to back himself a bit more, says Ponting

Former cricketer Ricky Ponting opened up on India batter Shubman Gill's poor form overseas and said that the 25-year-old needs to back himself a bit more to get results.

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India name squad for U19 Women's T20 World Cup

India on Tuesday named their 15-member squad for the upcoming U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2025, according to ICC.

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Captain hails Bumrah

Ahead of the Melbourne Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, India skipper Rohit Sharma heaped praise on talisman pacer Jasprit Bumrah for being confident with his skill set.

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'WE WANT TO BREAK IT DOWN TO JUST MELBOURNE': ROHIT

A head of the Boxing Day Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India skipper Rohit Sharma on Tuesday said that they are currently focussing only on the upcoming Test match and are looking forward to displaying a strong performance at Melbourne.

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Arshad Nadeem wishes Neeraj Chopra on his special day

Paris Olympics gold medalist Arshad Nadeem took to social media to wish India's ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on his birthday on Thursday.

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Rohit sounds confident on Gill's form

India skipper Rohit Sharma on Tuesday backed young batter Shubman Gill amid his poor form in Test cricket and said that they don't want to complicate too many things with the 25-year-old.

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'I believe there has been a lapse': Manu on her Khel Ratna award nomination

Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker believes there may have been a lapse on her part while filing the nomination for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award, which is currently being \"corrected.\" She also asserted that awards and recognition are not her goals, but they serve to keep her motivated.

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