The Daily Guardian - October 23, 2024

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October 23, 2024

MPs clash at JPC on Waqf meet, TMC member breaks glass bottle

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee was suspended for one session of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 after he reportedly smashed a glass bottle during the heated exchange with BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay here on Tuesday.

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China confirms agreement to end standoff in Ladakh

China on Tuesday confirmed that it has reached an agreement with India to end the standoff between the two armies in eastern Ladakh.

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Trying to restore trust: Army Chief on LAC pact

India will look at disengagement and de-escalation of the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh after restoration of the status quo of April 2020, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi said on Tuesday, a day after New Delhi announced striking an agreement with Beijing to end the over four-year border row in the region.

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Mann approves prosecution of Ram Rahim in sacrilege cases

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has granted permission for the prosecution of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in sacrilege cases of 2015, three days after the Supreme Court lifted the stay imposed by Punjab and Haryana High Court on proceedings against him.

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Odisha, Bengal Brace For Cyclone Dana, Coast Guard On High Alert

Expected to cross Odisha-West Bengal coasts between Puri and Sagar Island in early hours of October 25 with wind speed of 100-110 kmph gusting to 120 kmph

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Bengaluru under knee-deep water; five die

At least five people were killed in separate rain-related incidents on Tuesday in Bengaluru, which has been reeling under incessant rains for the past three days causing widespread flooding in several residential areas and turning roads into virtual rivers.

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Bomb threats disrupt 50 domestic, int'l flights

A total of 50 domestic and international flights operated by Indian airlines have received bomb threats from Monday night to Tuesday evening, according to aviation sources.

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Prices go through roof on panic buying

The price of vegetables including potato and onion has increased in Odisha markets as consumers resorted to panic buying amid IMD's prediction of a cyclone hitting the Odisha coast, traders said on Tuesday.

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INDIA, CHINA DEFROST TIES IN RUSSIAN WINTER

If All eyes on Modi-Xi meeting on the sidelines of BRICS Summit

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12 candidates file nominations for UP assembly bypolls

Nominations for the UP assembly by-elections are on with a total of 12 nominations submitted on Tuesday for the 9 assembly seats.

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SELJA SLAMS BJP FOR 'IGNORING' FARMERS, BACKS PRIYANKA'S ELECTORAL FORAY

Bajrang Punia appointed Kisan Congress working president

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Conservation of water resources is collective responsibility: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday stressed the need for collective responsibility in water conservation and urged the citizens of the country to actively participate in building a water-secure India.

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Shinde Sena's Deora appointed chairman of Committee on Subordinate Legislation

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday appointed Shiv Sena leader Milind Deora as the chairman of the Committee on Subordinate Legislation.

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NIA Court frames charges against Assam MLA Akhil Gogoi

The special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday framed charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and India Penal Code (IPC) against Assam's Independent MLA Akhil Gogoi and three other accused in connection with a case related to anti-CAA protests and alleged Maoist links.

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SC permits Teesta Setalvad to travel Amsterdam to attend film festival

The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed activist Teesta Setalvad, accused of fabricating evidence in the 2002 Godhra riots cases, to travel to Amsterdam to attend the International Documentary Film Festival between November 14 and November 24.

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One killed, over a dozen injured in MP ordnance factory blast

One worker killed and 14 others were injured in a powerful blast at Ordnance Factory Khamaria in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur district on Tuesday morning.

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Priyanka to file nomination from Wayanad today

Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi along with Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra left for Kerala's Wayanad from Delhi airport on Tuesday.

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India extends Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen's residence permit

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen.

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Six killed in cylinder blast in UP's Sikandrabad

At least six people were killed in a cylinder blast that occurred in a house in the Ashapuri Colony of Sikandrabad on Monday, said officials.

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Seat-sharing talks over, Jharkhand wants Hemant to become CM again: Tejashwi

The people of Jharkhand will give a befitting reply to the BJP. The INDIA alliance is united and the people of Jharkhand want Hemant Sorent to become the CM again.\"

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5 arrested for illegal cricket betting racket in Goa

Further receiving the information about the illegal betting activities, a team was formed and a raid was conducted on late Monday night.

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Wrestler Dinanath Singh joins Ajit led-NCP ahead of Maha polls

Ajit Pawar's NCP is contesting the assembly elections in alliance with the BJP and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena.

1 min

SKM ATTACKS BJP-LED CENTRE OVER SUBSIDY CUTS

Slams paddy procurement, calls for protection of APMC system

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Our issue will be resolved in a day or two: Patole on MVA seat-sharing for Maha assembly polls

\"The problem lies in 25-30 seats, but it will be resolved soon,\" he added.

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Bahraich violence: UP assures SC of not taking action on demolition till today

The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday assured the Supreme Court that authorities won't take any action till tomorrow on demolition notices issued against the buildings belonging to persons allegedly involved in the October 13 Bahraich violence in the state.

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CPI releases first list of names for Jharkhand assembly polls

CPI state secretary Mahendra Pathak released the list of candidates for the upcoming Jharkhand Assembly polls. This comes as the party expressed disappointment over the current seat-sharing arrangement of the INDIA bloc.

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‘Their Personal Choice': Sakshi On Punia, Vinesh Joining Cong

Ahead of formal induction of Olympians Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat into Congress, Olympic medalist wrestler Sakshi Malik on Friday said that the choice to join the political party was solely the personal choice of the two athletes and that she herself won't be taking a political plunge as she wanted to further the cause of women in wrestling.

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'If speaking for sisters is greed, I have this greed': Vinesh Phogat

Newly elected Congress MLA from Julana and Olympian Vinesh Phogat on Tuesday responded to Sakshi Malik's recent comment about her and Bajrang Punia being influenced by certain individuals. Vinesh stated that her sole greed was to get justice for the female wrestlers who had been allegedly abused.

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GRAP STAGE II MEASURES IN FORCE AS POLLUTION WORSENS

Gopal Rai writes to transport ministers of Haryana, UP, Rajasthan, urges halt on entry of diesel buses into national capital

1 min

Air purifier and mask sales surge

As levels of PM10 -- small particles that can enter the lungs and affect heart and lung health -- rise, many residents are expressing concern for their health and that of family members with respiratory issues.

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Delhi riots: HC denies bail to gun-wielding accused

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday refused to grant bail to Shahrukh Pathan who had allegedly pointed a gun at a policeman during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots.

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No water supply in parts of Delhi for 12 hours on Friday

There will be no water supply in parts of the national capital for 12 hours on Friday due to maintenance work, the Delhi Jal Board on Tuesday said.

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Haryana, Punjab swing into action

Ahead of a crucial Supreme Court hearing on Wednesday, the governments of Haryana and Punjab have ramped up actions against stubble burning as air quality in the Delhi NCR region continues to deteriorate.

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‘Look at pollution levels’, says HC in case over tree transplantation at AIIMS

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday expressed its reservation over a proposal to transplant over 70 trees from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) campus for the construction of a new block while referring to the rising pollution levels in the national capital.

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LG flags toxic froth in Yamuna

Saxena, in a post on X, also asked for accountability, saying truth cannot be suppressed, as he apparently hit out at the AAP-led Delhi government \"Who is responsible? The truth has a very bad habit; it cannot be suppressed,\" the LG said.

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NDMC issues stringent guidelines for RWAs, MTAs

Amid worsening air quality in the national capital, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Tuesday rolled out a set of stringent measures aimed at curbing pollution levels.

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Land deals up 65% of over 1,700 acres in first nine months of 2024

The land deal volumes in India rose by 65 per cent year-on-year, reaching approximately 1,700 acres during the January-September 2024 period, according to CBRE report.

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HC urges DU candidates to clean up campuses and remove posters

The Delhi High Court has said campuses at the Delhi University were yet to recover from student unions' \"election excesses\" and looked \"shabby\" as posters and graffiti hadn't been removed as it directed the candidates to clean up the place and repaint the defaced walls.

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DCW TERMINATES CONTRACTUAL STAFF; KEJRIWAL VOWS TO REINSTATE THEM

Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday accused the BJP of snatching the livelihoods of hundreds of contractual employees of the DCW before Diwali and assured them that they will be reinstated.

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30-year-old stabbed by neighbour in Tilak Nagar

A case of attempt to murder has been registered in an incident of stabbing reported from Tilak Nagar in the national capital, police said.

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JEWELLERS' BODY PUSHES FOR UNIFORM GOLD RATES, HOPES TO CONVINCE RETAILERS

The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) announced Tuesday it is working to implement 'One Nation One Gold Rate', aiming to standardize domestic gold prices that currently vary across different regions of the country.

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'We need thousands of Indicorns instead of Unicorns in hundreds'

Bahl, co-founder of AceVector Limited, which is the holding company for Snapdeal, wandered why India is so obsessed with 1 billion company, a yardstick to accord Unicorn status.

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Reskilling is key, to become a manufacturing nation: Amitabh Kant

India's G20 Sherpa and former Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant on Tuesday doubled down that \"reskilling\" of workforce is most important because India can't grow only on the back of services.

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'Oil prices should hopefully come down', says Hardeep Singh Puri

Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas on Tuesday said that there is no shortage of oil in the world and prices will come down soon, answering the question of the recent upswing in crude oil prices.

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INDIA'S GDP GROWTH TO SLOW IN 2024-25: IMF

India's GDP is projected to decrease from 8.2% in 2023 to 7% in 2024, and 6.5% in 2025, says IMF.

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Gold NBFCs will benefit from potential rate cuts and price surge: Jefferies

Gold loan growth at the prominent gold NBFC companies is projected to pick up in the third quarter, as per the report.

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Adani's Ambuja Cements acquires Orient for Rs 8,100 cr

Karan Adani, Director of Ambuja Cements, emphasized that the acquisition would improve market share by 2% and enhance operational efficiency through synergies with existing assets.

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BRICS SUMMIT 2024: CROSSROADS TO EMERGING GLOBAL ORDER OF EAST-SOUTH ALLIANCE

The 16th meeting of the councils of the head of the Government of BRICS organization is being held in Kazan city of Russia from 22 to 24th October 2024 under the presidency of Russia being the host country.

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Unveiling of The Lady Justice Statue: Break away from old traditions

In a symbolic shift, a new statue of the Lady of Justice has been unveiled at the Supreme Court, aturing significant changes to its traditional form.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF MAHARASHTRA ELECTIONS

If winning Haryana was important for the BJP then Maharashtra holds the same existential significance for the INDIA bloc and particularly the Congress party.

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A PERSISTING IRRITANT SINCE 1914

A recap of the border tension between India and China in the Eastern Ladakh in the light of the two neighbours reaching an agreement on patrolling.

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SUPREME COURT DISMISSES ARVIND KEJRIWAL'S PLEA AGAINST GUJARAT UNIVERSITY'S CRIMINAL DEFAMATION CASE FOR COMMENTS ON PM MODI'S DEGREE

The Supreme Court in the case Arvind Kejriwal vs Piyush M Patel observed and has dismissed the petition filed by former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal wherein challenging the criminal defamation case filed by the Gujarat University Registrar against him over his remarks about the educational degree of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Punjab and Haryana High Court quashes over 1,000 FIRs lodged during COVID-19 for violating lockdown rules: 'Clogging judicial system'

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Court on Its Own Motion (In Re: Designated Courts For MP's or MLA's) versus State Of Punjab And Others observed and has quashed over 1000s First Information Report, FIR filed during COVID-19 pandemic under Section 188 of Indian Penal Code, IPC for violation of lockdown rules across Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh.

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Punjab and Haryana High Court: Calling husband transgender amounts to mental cruelty

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case XXXX v. XXXXX observed and has upheld the divorce granted by a family court in favour of the husband.

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SUPREME COURT: SMALLER LAND SALES CAN BE CONSIDERED FOR DETERMINING FAIR AND JUST LAND ACQUISITION COMPENSATION

The Supreme Court in the case Horrmal (Deceased) through his LRs and others versus State of Haryana and others observed that there being no to take into account the sale of smaller pieces of land as an exemplar for determining the fair and just land acquisition compensation.

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SUPREME COURT MULLS GUIDELINES ON CONDUCT OF ADVOCATES-ON-RECORD, AFTER BLAME GAME BETWEEN SENIOR ADVOCATE AND AOR ON FALSE STATEMENT

The Supreme Court in the case observed and has decided to lay down guidelines on the conduct of Advocates on Record wherein the false statements were found to have been made to seek remission for a client.

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Bombay High Court asks Pollution Control Board, BMC to respond to allegations of rampant use of 'PoP idols' during festivals

The Bombay High Court in the case Rohit Joshi & Ors. vs. State of Maharashtra&ors observed and has asked the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, MPCB and Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, BMC for filing an affidavit to respond to allegations of rampant use of Plaster of Paris, PoP idols during festivals this year.

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Protesters demand removal of Bangladesh President

In an interview with Bangla daily Manab Zamin last week, Shahabuddin said he does not have any documentary evidence of Hasina resigning as prime minister before she fled the country in August amidst student-led mass protests.

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Impacts of war have set back development in Gaza by 69 years: Report

The UN Development Programme (UNDP) today issued a report highlighting that the impacts of war have set back development in Gaza by as much as 69 years.

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Hezbollah targets naval base in Israel's Haifa

Hezbollah claimed it targeted the base of military intelligence unit 8200 located in Glilot near Tel Aviv and a \"naval base\" near Haifa as per a report in Al Jazeera.

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Lahore declared world's most polluted city: Pak plans artificial rain

The first time it was done was in December 2023 that cloud seeding was done for combating hazardous levels of smog and the project had cost an estimated Rs 350 million.

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Israel Foils Iranian Plot To Assassinate Scientist And Mayor

“According to the information accumulated in the defense establishment, scientists and mayors, as well as senior officials of the defense establishment and other Israeli officials are targets for attack by Iranian elements,” Shin Bet said.

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Constitutional amendments challenged in Pakistan's Supreme Court

The petitioner made the central government of Pakistan as the respondent in the constitutional petition pleading with the court to declare the amendment as void.

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China stretches its sea legs in the maritime sphere

However, China's modern-day naval modernization and growth has been nothing less than meteoric.

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Investigating leak of secret documents on Israel's possible attack plans: FBI

White House national security spokesman John Kirby said Monday that the Biden administration is still not certain if the classified information was leaked or hacked but that officials don't have any indication at this point of \"additional documents like this finding their way into the public domain\".

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Not looking at BRICS as evolving into some kind of geopolitical rival: US

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has said that the US is focused on working with partners around the world to build the deepest coalitions possible to achieve shared goals and does not look at BRICS as evolving into some kind of geopolitical rival.

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Harris and Trump highlight their economic policies in outreach to Latino voters

Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump see economic policy as their best chance to win Latino voters. But their approaches are very different.

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'Pro-life' ex-Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney joins Harris' campaign

On Monday, former Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney joined Democratic candidate Kamala Harris's campaign and urged the Republican women to support her.

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US GREEN LIGHT ON NATO INVITATION WILL SWAY BERLIN'

Ukraine's president is hoping allies will take a more positive stance on his so-called victory plan after the US election, but concedes that its key demand -- an invitation to join NATO -- is not welcome by some key Western partners, in particular Germany.

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World Uyghur Congress Calls On Finland To Take Firm Stance On Uyghur Genocide

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has called on Finnish leaders to take a strong stance against the ongoing genocide of Uyghurs during their upcoming delegation visit to China, scheduled for October 28 to 31.

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So much to learn from India, says UK minister

The UK has so much to learn from India, particularly in the sphere of artificial intelligence (AI) and space science, said a Cabinet minister in Prime Minister Keir Starmer-led government.

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'LOOTERA' ALL-TIME FAVOURITE: NITHYA MENON

Actor Nithya Menon says what she has explored in Hindi is \"just the tip of the iceberg\" and she would love to work with directors like Vikramaditya Motwane if given a chance as \"Lootera\" is her all-time favourite film.

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TOM HOLLAND TO STAR IN CHRISTOPHER NOLAN'S NEXT MOVIE

Actor Tom Holland is set to join Matt Damon in Christopher Nolan's upcoming film, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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Lady Gaga teases new title track 'Disease'

Lady Gaga is all set to come up with her new single 'Disease'.

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"'SMILE 2' DIRECTOR PARKER FINN TALKS ABOUT CASTING RAY NICHOLSON

\"'Smile 2' director Parker Finn talked about the horror sequel and casting of the film, reported Deadline. He said, he cast actor Ray Nicholson in the Naomi Scott starrer as an homage to his \"favourite film of all time\", Stanley Kubrick's, The Shining. \"I think I'm always trying to reference The Shining,\" he said.

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KABIR, IMTIAZ, RIMA AND ONIR'S ‘MY MELBOURNE' TO SCREEN AT MAMI

Following its world premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2024, \"My Melbourne\", a unique anthology helmed by four of India's most celebrated filmmakers - Imtiaz Ali, Kabir Khan, Rima Das, and Onir - is set for its India premiere at the Mumbai Film Festival (MAMI) 2024.

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"'INDIAN FILMS AND FASHION ARE HAVING A VERY BIG MOMENT': KAREENA

Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan spoke about the impact the Indian fashion industry and cinema are making worldwide.

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PRIYANKA CHOPRA WISHES PARINEETI ON HER BIRTHDAY

As actor Parineeti Chopra celebrates her birthday today, global star Priyanka Chopra shared a heartfelt greeting for her.

1 min

The Benefits of Drinking Milk at Night

Drinking a warm glass of milk before bedtime has been a common practice in many cultures for generations. It is more than just a comforting ritual; milk provides several health benefits that can promote better sleep and overall well-being. Here's how drinking milk at night can be beneficial:

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THIS DIWALI, CELEBRATE WITH HEALTHIER MILLET SWEETS

As the festive season approaches, it's time to indulge in delightful sweets and treats that embody the joy and spirit of Diwali. However, with the rising awareness about health and wellness, many are looking for healthier alternatives without compromising on flavor. This Diwali, why not try a modern twist on traditional sweets by incorporating millets into your festive menu? Millets are not just nutrient-dense, but they also add a unique texture and flavor to your favorite sweets. Let's explore how millet sweets can make your Diwali celebrations both delicious and nutritious.

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L'OPÉRA WELCOMES RENOWNED FRENCH EXECUTIVE CHEF KEVIN DUTHEL TO ELEVATE CULINARY EXCELLENCE

L'Opéra, Delhi's distinguished French Pâtisserie-Boulangerie and Salon de Thé, proudly announces the appointment of its new Executive Chef, Kevin Duthel. With over 20 years of expertise and a passion for authentic French cuisine, Chef Kevin brings a wealth of experience and creativity to L'Opéra's kitchen.

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Forget the one-size-fits-all degree: Choose a degree based on your interest

In today's interconnected world, where complex problems require innovative solutions, the traditional idea of a one-size-fits-all degree is becoming obsolete.

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SMART LABS, SMARTER STUDENTS: THE AI AND ROBOTICS TAKEOVER IN EDUCATION

Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are reshaping the landscape of education, extending far beyond traditional industry applications.

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INTEGRATING THE 'SHOKUIKU' PHILOSOPHY IN ENHANCING NUTRITION EDUCATION IN INDIA

In a world dominated by fast food and ultra-sugary/sweetened drinks, paired with the lack of physical activity and a sedentary lifestyle, the global scale continues to tip towards obesity and a plethora of ailments, leading to a rather unhealthy populace across the world. Amidst all the ultra-processed food obsession, however, one country has found the solution to the rapidly evolving food culture: Japan.

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Kane Williamson ruled out of 2nd Test against India

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson will miss the second Test against India, which will kickstart from Thursday in Pune as he continues his rehab from a groin strain.

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ICC 'satisfied' with PCB preparations for Champions Trophy 2025

The Champions Trophy will begin next year in Pakistan, but there are certain challenges that need to be addressed.

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Khar Gymkhana cancels Jemimah Rodrigues's membership following AGM decision

Khar Gymkhana has revoked the membership of Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues. The decision was made unanimously during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Gymkhana, following complaints from several members regarding the misuse of membership privileges by her father, Ivan Rodrigues.

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ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge past Hyderabad FC 2-1

Jamshedpur FC edged past Hyderabad FC 2-1 in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex on Monday.

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GILL FIT TO PLAY SECOND TEST AGAINST KIWIS AT PUNE: RYAN

Pant to keep wickets for 2nd Test, says India's Assistant Coach

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England announce playing XI for 3rd Test against Pakistan

Leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed has been called for the third and final Test match of the three-match series as England announced the playing XI for the Rawalpindi Test against Pakistan with the match to be kick start from Thursday.

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