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Allu Arjun announces ₹25 lakh to kin of woman who died during ‘Pushpa 2’ screening in Hyderabad
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Allu Arjun announces ₹25 lakh to kin of woman who died during ‘Pushpa 2’ screening in Hyderabad

Allu Arjun offers condolences to the grieving family of the women who died due to asphyxiation at a theatre in Hyderabad. Photo: Screengrab - Allu Arjun via @alluarjun/X Actor Allu Arjun on Friday (December 6, 2024) announced a sum of ₹25 lakh to the family of a woman who died due to asphyxiation at a theatre screening 'Pushpa 2' premiere show in Hyderabad.In a video posted on X, the 42-year-old actor said he wants to assure the grieving family that they are not alone in this painful situation and he will meet the family personally.A 35-year-old woman died and her son was hospitalised on Wednesday (December 4, 2024) due to asphyxiation, as crowds jostled at a film theatre here during the premiere show of actor Allu Arjun's latest movie.The incident to...
Video | Bangladesh Infighting Out In Open | French Govt Collapse | Trump’s Problematic Picks | 1MDB
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Video | Bangladesh Infighting Out In Open | French Govt Collapse | Trump’s Problematic Picks | 1MDB

 The endgame seems to have begun; Bangladesh is spiraling deeper into chaos. India's latest GDP data for the second quarter this year has been a shocker. Growth has slowed to the lowest since 2020. The happenings in South Korea are a reminder of Seoul's imperfect democracy. Rebel forces in Syria have captured yet another major city, following their historic victory in Aleppo. Source link
Industry must disclose natural or lab-grown while selling and in advertisements: Consumer secretary – Times of India
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Industry must disclose natural or lab-grown while selling and in advertisements: Consumer secretary – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Putting the onus on gems and jewellery manufacturers and sellers to ensure customers get quality precious items, consumer affairs secretary Nidhi Khare on Friday asked the industry to honestly disclose about natural and lab-grown diamonds while selling and in their advertisements as well.Speaking at the CII Gems and Jewellery conference, she urged the industry to be truthful while selling precious items and to ensure that people can trace their origin even after years of purchase. “Some showrooms claimed they don’t deal with this. But I suspect they might be dealing with such products without disclosure. People buying the lab-grown should not get cheated for paying for natural diamonds. The industry must disclose,” she said.Khare added that the department is framing regulations ...
Deepika Padukone Grooves at Diljit Dosanjh’s Concert In Bangalore. Watch Video
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Deepika Padukone Grooves at Diljit Dosanjh’s Concert In Bangalore. Watch Video

Bollywood star Deepika Padukone enjoyed a night out on Friday, attending Diljit Dosanjh’s electrifying concert in Bengaluru. Making her first public appearance since welcoming her baby Dua, the actor was spotted dancing enthusiastically to the singer’s live performance of Hass Hass, his collaboration with Sia. Deepika at Diljit's concert in Bangalore In a video shared by a Diljit's team, Deepika appeared relaxed and happy, donning a casual white top and jeans. She danced along, even doing a bit of Bhangra, as Diljit captivated the crowd with his high-energy performance. Dressed in traditional Punjabi attire, Diljit had the stage alive with colorful graphics and backup dancers. Diljit’s team shared a clip of the concert on Instagram, captioning it, “@diljitdosanjh X @deepikapadukone #Bangal...
‘Jinnah’s Spirit Remains’: Yogi Adityanath Slams Attacks On Bangladesh’s Minorities, Points To
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‘Jinnah’s Spirit Remains’: Yogi Adityanath Slams Attacks On Bangladesh’s Minorities, Points To

Lucknow, Dec 6 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Friday flagged the issue of attack on minorities, including Hindus, in Bangladesh and said the "anarchy" would continue as long as "Jinnah's spirit remains there". A day earlier, he had raised the same issue and claimed that the actions of Mughal ruler Babur's commander in Ayodhya and Sambhal 500 years ago, and the events happening in Bangladesh now, share the same nature and intent. Speaking here on the occasion of Bhimrao Ambedkar's death anniversary on Friday, he said the architect of the Constitution had urged people before Independence not to let the country be divided and warned it would lead to a "fight to the finish". "In Bangladesh, Hindus, Buddhists and people from other minority communities are being killed by fun...
Why Did MVA Leaders Skip Maharashtra CM Fadnavis’s Oath Ceremony? Sharad Pawar, Nana Patole Rev
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Why Did MVA Leaders Skip Maharashtra CM Fadnavis’s Oath Ceremony? Sharad Pawar, Nana Patole Rev

No key Opposition leader was present at the swearing-in ceremony of Devendra Fadnavis as Maharashtra's chief minister in Mumbai on Thursday. In response, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar revealed on Friday that he had been invited to the event but could not attend due to the ongoing Parliament session. "I received a call from the chief minister (Fadnavis). He himself called, but as the Parliament session is underway, I told him it was not possible for me to leave the session. But I extended my best wishes to the government," PTI quoted Sharad Pawar as saying. When questioned about speculations that BJP ally and former chief minister Eknath Shinde, leader of the Shiv Sena, was sidelined during the government formation process, Pawar declined to comment, stating, "I was in Delhi. I do not know wh...
Allu Arjun Donates ₹25 Lakh To Family Of Woman Who Died At Pushpa 2 Premiere In Hyderabad
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Allu Arjun Donates ₹25 Lakh To Family Of Woman Who Died At Pushpa 2 Premiere In Hyderabad

In a heartbreaking incident during the premiere of 'Pushpa 2:The Rule 'at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad on December 4, a stampede claimed the life of a female fan and left her son hospitalised in critical condition. Actor Allu Arjun, who attended the event with his family, expressed his condolences in a 3-minute-47-second video shared on X (formerly Twitter), accompanied by a heartfelt caption.  “Deeply heartbroken by the tragic incident at Sandhya Theatre. My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving family during this unimaginably difficult time. I want to assure them they are not alone in this pain and will meet the family personally,” he wrote, adding his commitment to support the bereaved family.  Arjun’s emotional message  Speaking in Telugu, Arjun described the crowd at the theatr...
Govt asks Meta to tackle cyber frauds on WhatsApp | India News – Times of India
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Govt asks Meta to tackle cyber frauds on WhatsApp | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Concerned over the growing menace of cyber frauds across the country, the government has directed social media giant Meta to take steps against frauds perpetrated through its ubiquitous WhatsApp messenger.The concern was raised by the IT Ministry which asked Meta to be on guard against the growing cases of online frauds which have now assumed gigantic proportions, running into thousands of crores of rupees, sources said.Meta officials did not comment on the development, though the company has said in the past that it takes action against unauthorised accounts and illegal activities across its three platforms – Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.An official in the IT Ministry said, “We are concerned about the rapidly-growing instances of online frauds, especially as the elderly and...
Joynagar Case: 19-Year-Old Gets Death Penalty For Rape-Murder Of Class 4 Girl
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Joynagar Case: 19-Year-Old Gets Death Penalty For Rape-Murder Of Class 4 Girl

A 19-year-old man was sentenced to death for raping and killing a 10-year-old girl within about two months by a special court in the 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The body of a Class 4 student was found in a pond in Joynagar's Kultali area on October 5, after she went missing while returning home from tuition. In a swift trial, the POCSO court of Additional District Judge Subrata Chattopadhyay in Baruipur sentenced the accused to death, calling the incident a "rarest of rare" case. The convict was charged under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) sections 65 (rape), 66 (causing death or vegetative state), and 103 (murder), along with provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. According to a report by PTI, police filed a charge sheet on October 30, and the trial...
‘I Formed INDIA Bloc, If They Can’t Run The Show…’: Mamata Opens Up On Becoming Oppn Face, TM
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‘I Formed INDIA Bloc, If They Can’t Run The Show…’: Mamata Opens Up On Becoming Oppn Face, TM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her dissatisfaction with the current functioning of the opposition INDIA bloc, suggesting her readiness to assume leadership of the alliance if the opportunity arises. Speaking in an interview with Bengali news channel News 18 Bangla on Friday, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo made it clear that she could manage both the opposition front and her role as Chief Minister of West Bengal simultaneously.  "I had formed the INDIA bloc, now it is up to those leading the front to manage it. If they can't run the show, what can I do? I would just say that everyone needs to be taken along," she remarked, as quoted by news agency PTI.  Banerjee further addressed the question of why she had not yet assumed leadership of the alliance, especially g...
Allu Arjun says he is ‘deeply heartbroken’ after tragic death of woman in stampede at Pushpa 2 premiere: ‘I’d like to donate an amount of Rs 25 lakh’ | – Times of India
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Allu Arjun says he is ‘deeply heartbroken’ after tragic death of woman in stampede at Pushpa 2 premiere: ‘I’d like to donate an amount of Rs 25 lakh’ | – Times of India

Allu Arjun finally opened up about the tragic death of a woman during a stampede at the Pushpa 2 premiere in Hyderabad. On X, he shared his sadness, offered condolences to her family, and promised personal support. He also assured he would meet them soon while respecting their privacy.Check out his post here:Sharing a video, he wrote on X, “Deeply heartbroken by the tragic incident at Sandhya Theatre. My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving family during this unimaginably difficult time. I want to assure them they are not alone in this pain and will meet the family personally. While respecting their need for space to grieve, I stand committed to extend every possible assistance to help them navigate through this challenging journey."The tragic incident happened on December 4, 2024,...
Mitchell Starc makes honest Yashasvi Jaiswal admission after opening day heroics in 2nd Test, says… | Cricket News – Times of India
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Mitchell Starc makes honest Yashasvi Jaiswal admission after opening day heroics in 2nd Test, says… | Cricket News – Times of India

Mitchell Starc and Yashasvi Jaiswal (Agency Photos) NEW DELHI: Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc reflected on a highly successful opening day for Australia in the Pink-ball Test, highlighting the team's strong performance with both ball and bat. Starc, who delivered an impressive spell taking 6 wickets for 48 runs, played a key role in bowling out India for 180. Australia capitalized on this momentum, finishing the day at 86/1. India vs Australia: How pink ball is differentStarc emphasized the team's effective execution after the initial hour and expressed satisfaction with the day's overall outcome."Yeah, a very good first day for us with the ball, I think. After that first hour, I think we were pretty bang on. So, yeah, nice way to start the Test, but a nice day one for us. It's a go...
Barack Obama accuses GOP of justice system misuse, public reacts: ‘Bro lacks a mirror’ – Times of India
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Barack Obama accuses GOP of justice system misuse, public reacts: ‘Bro lacks a mirror’ – Times of India

Barack Obama accuses GOP of justice system misuse, netizens react (Picture credit: AP) Former US President Barack Obama stirred controversy during his speech at the ‘Democracy Forum’ on Thursday, where he criticised the use of the justice system to target political opponents. His remarks, interpreted as a swipe at Republicans, raised eyebrows, with critics accusing him of hypocrisy given the Democrats’ stance on election integrity and legal actions against former President Donald Trump.Obama described the current political climate as a “doom loop” of polarisation and government dysfunction, adding that partisans increasingly believe the other side is rigging the system. The former US President stated, “One side tries to stack the deck and lock in... a permanent grip on power, either by act...
India assistant coach explains Ashwin’s inclusion over Washington Sundar for pink-ball Test | – Times of India
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India assistant coach explains Ashwin’s inclusion over Washington Sundar for pink-ball Test | – Times of India

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate explained the decision to select Ravichandran Ashwin over Washington Sundar for the second Test in Adelaide. The team believed Ashwin's experience and pink-ball Test record made him a more potent option on the Adelaide Oval surface.Australia finished the first day strongly, reaching 86/1 after dismissing India for 180. This marked a significant turnaround after their heavy defeat in the series opener at Perth.Ten Doeschate acknowledged Sundar's consistent performance since joining the team. He pointed out Sundar's contributions during the New Zealand series. The decision to prioritize batting depth influenced the selection for the Adelaide Test."Yeah, Washy hasn't put a foot wrong since he's come into the fold, halfway through that New Zealand ser...
Two-day district conference of CPI (M) begins in Virudhunagar
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Two-day district conference of CPI (M) begins in Virudhunagar

The two-day 24th conference of Virudhunagar district Communist Party of India (Marxist) began here on Friday. State committee member, M. Mahalakshmi, chaired the meet. A flag in memory of former State committee member, M.N.S. Venkataraman brought from M. Reddiyapatti was received by central committee member, U. Vasuki. A flagpole in memory of M. Subramanian was received by the district secretary, K. Arjunan. Torches brought in memory of various leaders like Thangapalam, M. Muthusami, V. Anthonymuthu, Raja, and religious harmony and people’s unity were received by senior party leaders S. Balasubramanian, A. Vijayakumar and A. Gurusamy. The party cadres took out a procession from Moolipatti Aranmanai to the venue through old bus stand and Pullalakottai Road. Ms. Vasuki gave the...
Vijay continues his tirade against NDA and DMK govts, suggests a ‘simple solution’ | Chennai News – Times of India
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Vijay continues his tirade against NDA and DMK govts, suggests a ‘simple solution’ | Chennai News – Times of India

Vijay at the book release function in Chennai on Friday. Photo by R Ramesh Shankar CHENNAI: Actor and TVK president Vijay on Friday regretted that the BJP-led NDA govt, which did not bother to control violence in Manipur, is ruling the country.Speaking after releasing a book on architect of the Constitution B R Ambedkar here, Vijay continued his tirade against both NDA govt at the Centre and the DMK govt in Tamil Nadu.He cited the Vengaivayal incident in the state (where miscreants dumped human faeces into an overhead tank that supplies water to scheduled caste people) and charged that the DMK govt, which boasts of protecting social justice, has not made any breakthrough in the case."We have to raise our voice. Crimes against children and women are on the rise. The solution is simple. We ...
Eknath Shinde has demanded home ministry, claims Sena MLA amid portfolio talks | India News – Times of India
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Eknath Shinde has demanded home ministry, claims Sena MLA amid portfolio talks | India News – Times of India

Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde NEW DELHI: Though Mahayuti 2.0 began to unravel soon after Thursday's opulent oath-taking ceremony in Mumbai's Azad Maidan, some knots in the alliance still seem to remain intact as Shiv Sena leader Bharat Gogavale on Friday said Eknath Shinde has pitched for home ministry, which the BJP might not be willing to accommodate conveniently."When Devendra Fadnavis was the deputy chief minister (in Shinde-led government), he also held the home department. Saheb (Shinde) has demanded the home and talks (on portfolio allocation) are in progress," Gogavale told news agency PTI.Gogavale, one of few from Shinde's close circles, also said that cabinet expansion is likely to take place between December 11 and 16, just ahead of the winter session of the state legisla...
Under-19 Asia Cup: Suryavanshi powers India to final, set to face Bangladesh
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Under-19 Asia Cup: Suryavanshi powers India to final, set to face Bangladesh

Vaibhav Suryanshi. File | Photo Credit: AP Vaibhav Suryavanshi was the star of the show again with a second successive half-century as India stormed into the U-19 Asia Cup ODI final with a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in Sharjah on Friday (December 6, 2024). The 13-year-old, who became the youngest cricketer ever to be bought at an IPL auction last month, smashed five sixes and six fours for his 36-ball 67 as India chased down a target of 174 with as many as 170 balls to spare. India will face Bangladesh in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by seven wickets, completing a modest chase of 117 in 22.1 overs in the first semi-final in D...
MEA slams Pakistan’s ‘duplicity’ over Masood Azhar’s public speech vowing war with India
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MEA slams Pakistan’s ‘duplicity’ over Masood Azhar’s public speech vowing war with India

New Delhi: India has demanded that Pakistan take strict action against Masood Azhar, after the UN-designated terrorist addressed the cadre of the Jaish-e-Mohammed after almost two decades last month. “He is a UN-designated terrorist. We demand that strong action be taken against him, that he is brought to justice. There has been denial that he is not there in Pakistan. If the reports (of his location) are correct then it exposes the duplicity of Pakistan,” Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at a press briefing Friday.  “Masood Azhar is involved in cross-border terror attacks against India and we want that strong action be taken against him,” he added.  Show Full Article Azhar has promised renewed terrorist attacks against India and ...
Video | Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar के संघर्ष की अनसुनी कहानियां । Ambedkar Jayanti । Indian Constitution
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Video | Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar के संघर्ष की अनसुनी कहानियां । Ambedkar Jayanti । Indian Constitution

डॉ. भीमराव अंबेडकर, जिन्हें बाबासाहेब के नाम से जाना जाता है, भारतीय संविधान के निर्माता और समाज सुधारक थे। उन्होंने दलितों, महिलाओं और मजदूरों के अधिकारों के लिए पूरी जिंदगी संघर्ष किया। जानिए उनके जीवन से जुड़े अनसुने पहलू, उनकी शिक्षा, धर्म परिवर्तन, और सामाजिक क्रांति की पूरी कहानी। इस वीडियो में उनके संघर्ष और सफलता को समझिएSource link...
Sunil Gavaskar questions Indian bowlers’ strategy with pink ball against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India
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Sunil Gavaskar questions Indian bowlers’ strategy with pink ball against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

Sunil Gavaskar. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar voiced his disappointment regarding the Indian bowlers' performance with the pink ball on the first day of the second Test against Australia in Adelaide. He believes they could have performed better.Australia finished the day at a comfortable 86 for one after dismissing India for 180 in their first innings. Mitchell Starc's six-wicket haul played a crucial role in Australia's strong position.Gavaskar, speaking on Star Sports, emphasised the importance of making the batters play. He highlighted how creating opportunities by setting up deliveries can lead to wickets."They have to make the batters play as much as they can. And this is what happens when you make the batters play as much as they can."Gavaskar ci...
India Slams Pakistan’s ‘Duplicity’ After Reports Of Masood Azhar Speech In Bahawalpur, Demands
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India Slams Pakistan’s ‘Duplicity’ After Reports Of Masood Azhar Speech In Bahawalpur, Demands

New Delhi, Dec 6 (PTI) India on Friday demanded strong action from Pakistan against Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, after a report emerged that he delivered a speech recently at a public gathering in Bahawalpur. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said if the report is correct, then it has exposed Pakistan's "duplicity" in containing terrorist activities. "We demand that strong action be taken against him (Azhar) and he should be brought to justice. There has been denial that he is not there in Pakistan," Jaiswal said. "If the reports are correct, then it exposes the duplicity of Pakistan. Masood Azhar is involved in cross-border terror attacks on India and we want that strong action be taken against him," he added. Jaiswal made the remarks in response to a...
Navy to commission stealth frigate Tushil next week in Russia, to be part of India’s Western Fleet
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Navy to commission stealth frigate Tushil next week in Russia, to be part of India’s Western Fleet

New Delhi: The Indian Navy is set to commission the multi-role stealth guided missile frigate Tushil, or ‘shield’ in Sanskrit, at Kaliningrad, Russia, on 9 December with Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presiding over the commissioning. India had in 2016 inked an inter-governmental agreement with Russia for four frigates. According to the deal, two ships are to be built in Russia, while the other two are to be built at the Goa Shipyard in India with technical collaboration from Russia. The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine delayed the delivery of the ship. Show Full Article Tushil, part of the $2.5 billion deal, will be inducted into India’s Western Fleet—known as the Sword Arm. The second ship, Tamal, is expected to be delivered by early next year.Tu...
Indian student fatally stabbed in Canada after heated argument with roommate – Times of India
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Indian student fatally stabbed in Canada after heated argument with roommate – Times of India

Sarnia police have identified 22-year-old Gurasis Singh, an Indian international student studying business at Lambton College, as the victim of a fatal stabbing in a rooming house on Queen Street. The accused, 36-year-old Crossley Hunter, has been charged with second-degree murder and remains in custody.In a statement, Sarnia Police Chief Derek Davis said, "Members of the Sarnia Police Services Forensic Identification Services have processed the crime scene, which has now been released from police control. This complex investigation is ongoing as we continue gathering evidence to determine the circumstances and potential motive behind this tragic event." He added that authorities do not currently believe the crime was racially motivated. Police reported that Singh and Hunter, who shared ac...