The Daily Guardian - November 05, 2024

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November 05, 2024

Ruckus erupts on Day 1 of new J&K assembly session

The inaugural session of the newly elected Jammu and Kashmir Assembly commenced with commotion on Monday.

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ECI transfers Maharashtra DGP with immediate effect

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered the immediate transfer of the Maharashtra Director General of Police (DGP) Rashmi Shulka and ordered the Maharashtra Chief Secretary to hand over her responsibilities to the next senior-most IPS officer in the cadre.

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PM launches scathing attack on Cong, JMM, RJD in J'khand rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday accused the Congress of making attempts to snatch reservations meant for tribals and hand them over to its \"vote bank\".

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INDIA CONDEMNS ATTACK ON HINDU TEMPLE IN CANADA

\"Punjab is a secular state and violence based on religion is not part of its culture. Even during the dark days of terrorism in the 1980s and 90s, there was no violence on religious grounds. Hindus and Sikhs in Punjab live together like family and have coexisted peacefully\" Aman Arora, Cabinet minister, Punjab

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MiG-29 fighter jet crashes near Agra

Pilot ejects to safety, IAF orders court of inquiry

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Bypolls in UP, Kerala Punjab rescheduled

The decision comes after requests from parties which apprehend low voter turnout due to various festivities during November 13-15

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BJP slams CM Soren over infiltration of Bangladeshi Muslims in Jharkhand

Accusing Jharkhand Chief Minister of \"instigating the infiltration\", Union Minister Sanjay Seth said on Monday that CM Hemant Soren issued an order two and a half years ago that the police would not stop cow smugglers and it was issued to please a particular vote bank.

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Tribals will not be affected by UCC," reiterates BJP's Arjun Munda

Speaking to ANI, Munda said, \"An attempt was made to create a misconception that the Tribals were going to be harmed by the UCC.

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SC relaxes bail condition of Kerala scribe Siddique Kappan in Hathras case

The Supreme Court on Monday granted relaxation to Kerala journalist Siddique Kappan regarding his bail condition to mark his presence at a police station in Uttar Pradesh every week.

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'BJP govt has failed in every area': Sachin Pilot on Rajasthan bypolls

Congress leader Sachin Pilot said on Monday that the Bharatiya Janata Party government in Rajasthan has failed in every area and the public will evaluate the government's work in one year.

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Congress launches new ad campaign on women safety in Maharashtra, targets BJP-led Mahayuti

The new advertisement highlights in Maharashtra faces an urgent safety crisis as the government has failed to protect women.

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Himachal: CM Sukhu urges Railways to operate Kalka-Shimla rail line on green hydrogen

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday said that the State Government has urged the Union Ministry of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw to explore the possibility of converting the Kalka-Shimla UNESCO World Heritage train to run on green hydrogen.

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Mahakumbh: Yogi govt introduces special tracksuits for drivers, sailors and guides to assist devotees

In preparation for the Mahakumbh 2025, the Uttar Pradesh government has introduced special tracksuits for drivers, boatmen, guides, and cart operators at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

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HARYANA: CONG FORMS PANEL TO PROBE MANIPULATIONS IN ASSEMBLY ELECTIONS

This development follows Congress's vocal concerns regarding the electronic voting machines (EVMs) used during the elections. Party members expressed alarm over reports that some EVMs displayed a 99% battery status during the counting process, raising suspicions of possible tampering and intentional delays.

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Karnataka Lokayukta summons CM Siddaramaiah over MUDA case

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Monday that he has been summoned by the Mysore Lokayukta regarding the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA).

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Trinamool defends Kolkata's record on women's safety after Governor's remark

TMC leader Kunal Ghosh on Monday defended Bengal's capital, the city of Joy, against West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose's remarks that \"women in the state are subjected to atrocities.\"

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CM Naidu holds meeting with CRDA officials for Amaravati's development as state capital

Days after relaunching the works for rebuilding the capital city of Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu held a review meeting with CRDA (Capital Region Development Authority) officials on the development of Amaravati as the state capital.

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15-yr-old caretaker found dead with torture, burn injuries

Aminjikarai Police have booked six persons on charges of murder and also under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. They have been arrested and sent for judicial custody.

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'How can Owaisi compare Waqf Board with Tirumala?': TTD chairman

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) chairman BR Naidu on Monday criticised AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi's statement about the TTD and termed it baseless.

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'Rs 600 cr estimated loss in aftermath of cyclone Dana': Odisha minister

Disclosing details of the damage assessment report after cyclone 'Dana', Odisha Minister of Revenue and Disaster Management, Suresh Pujari said that in the aftermath of the cyclone and following floods, the loss was estimated to be at least Rs 600 crores.

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36 KILLED AS BUS PLUNGES INTO GORGE IN U'KHAND

A packed beyond capacity bus carrying passengers returning to work after Diwali fell into a deep gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora district on Monday, killing at least 36 of the over 60 people on board.

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SC panel holds talks with protesting farmers

In a significant development in the ongoing farmers' agitation, a Supreme Court-appointed committee held its first meeting with a group of farmers and representatives from the Haryana and Punjab governments.

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SC seeks details of cracker ban

SC seeks details of cracker ban

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RG Kar rape-murder prime accused cries frame-up by govt

Sanjoy Roy, the sole accused in the RG Kar rape and murder case, today claimed that he was being framed in the case by the West Bengal Government.

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Railways deploys 195 special trains from Delhi to aid passenger travel

Ahead of the Chhath Puja, Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar on Sunday inspected facilities and said Railways are operating 195 special trains in 13 days from the Delhi area this year to facilitate the passengers.

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'Chhath ghats prepared at more than 1K locations'

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Monday reviewed the preparations for Chhath Puja at ITO ghat and said that at more than 1000 locations Chhath ghats are being prepared.

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Air purifier sales surge 50% amid worsening air quality

Demand for air purifiers has witnessed a surge as air quality, especially in DelhiNCR, dropped to hazardous levels, according to manufacturers of the product.

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LG reviews 3 new criminal laws implementation

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Monday reviewed the implementation of the three new criminal laws and instructed senior officials to strictly adhere to the timelines prescribed for upgrading and augmenting the infrastructure and manpower required for their smooth execution.

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Pollution increasing due to low wind speeds: Gopal Rai

Air pollution in Delhi is increasing due to low wind speeds, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Monday.

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AAP, BJP clash over Chhath Puja ghats

Amid an ongoing political clash between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the establishment of Chhath Puja Ghats in Delhi, Chief Minister Atishi criticized the BJP on Monday for allegedly \"obstructing preparations\" for the festival, branding the party as \"anti-Purvanchal.\"

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November 7 public holiday for Chhath, schools closed

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has declared November 7, 2024, a public holiday to celebrate Chhath Puja, a significant festival for the Purvanchali community in the capital.

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UP journalist arrested for defaming BJP MP

A local newspaper's editor was apprehended for publishing an allegedly defamatory story against BJP MP Atul Garg, police said on Monday, news agency PTI reported.

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MCD to hold mayoral polls reserved for Dalit candidate on Nov 14

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will hold mayoral polls on November 14, according to an official of the civic body.

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Mayor flags corruption in MCD's teacher transfer policy, directs probe

Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi has directed MCD commissioner Ashwani Kumar to launch an investigation into the alleged irregularities in the online teacher transfer policy in the civic body-run schools.

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Two minors apprehended for dragging traffic policemen on their car bonnet

Delhi Police have apprehended two minors for allegedly dragging two Traffic Police personnel on the bonnet of their car near Ber Sarai Market Road in Delhi.

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EXCISE POLICY CASE: ED ASKED TO PROVIDE CHARGESHEET TO ACCUSED

A court here on Monday directed the ED to supply copies of the charge sheet and other documents to the accused in the alleged money laundering case related to the Delhi excise policy.

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Bihar's startup empowering local youth with skills in graphic design and video editing

The startup's vision is clear: to transform Bihar from a labor-centric state to a skill-oriented hub, providing local talent with necessary skills for modern industries.

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Reliance Jio IPO Likely To Hit Indian Stock Market In 2025: Report

Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani is targeting to list the group's telecom business, Jio, next year, Reuters reported on Monday citing two people in the know.

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October sees manufacturing PMI jump to 57.5 in India

This increase in activity also spurred hiring across manufacturing firms, with nearly one in ten companies reporting new job additions.

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Minister holds key talks with OPEC chief

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri met with HE Haitham Al-Ghais, Secretary General of Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) on Monday at the ADIPEC conference in Abu Dhabi to discuss India's partnership with OPEC.

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Bharat Forge: Lowest bidder in Indian Army's tender to buy 307 ATAGS howitzers

In a significant development, Pune-based Bharat Forge Limited has emerged as the lowest bidder in the Indian Army's contract for buying 307 DRDO-developed ATAGS howitzers.

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Trump Win May Boost Dollar, But RBI Focuses On Domestic Influences

The report said "one key difference this time compared with 2019 is that a potential Trump victory would likely imply a stronger USD.

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Sensex sheds about 1,000 pts in volatile trade; US elections now on radar

In a highly volatile trade, Indian stock indices hovered substantially lower from the previous closing, largely due to sustained selling by foreign portfolio investors.

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US-China power struggle in Myanmar's quest for stability

The United States and China have emerged as influential players in Myanmar's turbulent political landscape, driven by distinct yet strategically important interests.

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ATTACK ON HINDU TEMPLE IS TRUDEAU'S DOING

The Khalistani attack on the Hindu temple in Canada’s Brampton—where the hoodlums entered the temple premises and roughed up devotees, while attacking an Indian high commission-organised camp to give life certificates to pensioners—crossed a red line that no one thought that they would cross.

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Muslim women group raises concerns about Waqf Board's functioning

Another meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 chaired by the BJP MP Jagdambika Pal, held on Monday in Parliament House Annexe witnessed broad support from Muslim women group for the proposed legislation aimed at enhancing the management and regulation of Waqf properties in India.

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Ghaziabad Bar Assn files plea in HC seeking SIT probe into courtroom clash

The Ghaziabad Bar Association (GBA) has filed a writ petition before the Allahabad High Court seeking an investigation by an SIT under the direct supervision of the high court into the police-lawyer clash in the court premises.

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'Hate needs to be defeated,' says RJD's Tejashwi Yadav ahead of Bihar bypolls

Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday emphasised that hate needs to be defeated and also expressed confidence in winning the by-polls in Bihar.

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Himachal's dry spell continues; 3 districts hit record highs

Kangra, Mandi and Dharamshala recorded highest-ever maximum temperatures on Monday in the month of November as dry weather continued in Himachal Pradesh and mercury maintained a rising trend.

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UP bypolls deferment: Cong, SP raise question on EC's credibility; BJP welcomes move

Opposition parties in Uttar Pradesh Monday slammed the decision of deferring of bypolls with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleging the postponement was an old trick of the BJP to avoid losing elections.

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Rahul, Kharge among senior Cong leaders invited to party's 'Delhi Nyay Yatra'

The Delhi Congress has invited senior party leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and K C Venugopal, for the month-long 'Delhi Nyay Yatra', unit chief Devender Yadav said on Monday.

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Ghaziabad Bar Association moves Allahabad High Court seeking SIT probe into lathicharge Violence against lawyers

The Allahabad High Court in the case observed wherein the Ghaziabad Bar Association has moved seeking an SIT investigation, under the direct supervision of the High Court, into the recent lathi-charge violence against advocates in Ghaziabad Court.

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Delhi High Court: When previous employer accepts resignation, new employer cannot deny appointment to selected employee

The Delhi High Court in the case observed wherein the writ petition is filed stating that if an employee has already been relieved by the previous employer, then the new employer cannot deny appointment to an employee who has passed the selection process.

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Supreme Court allows appeal against retrospective application of Electricity Act, 2003

The Supreme Court in the case The Madhya Pradesh Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitran Company Limited And Ors versus. Bapuna Alcobrew observed and has allowed the appeal wherein the Special leave petition is filed against the judgment of Madhya Pradesh High Court dated October 13, 2011.

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SC relaxes bail condition that journalist Siddique Kappan should report at UP police station every week

The Supreme Court in the case Sidhique Kappan versus State Of Uttar Pradesh observed and has relaxed the bail condition that Kerala journalist Siddique Kappan should record his presence at the police station in Uttar Pradesh every Monday in connection with the alleged Hathras conspiracy case.

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Kerala High Court: Challenge to nine-year-old appointment through new petitioners not possible if earlier petitions were dismissed for delay

The Kerala High Court in the case observed and has dismissed the writ appeal filed challenging the order of single judge wherein the court directed fresh consideration of representations against a professor's appointment.

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SUPREME COURT DEPRECATES PRACTICE OF LITIGANT ENGAGING NEW LAWYER TO REARGUE CASE AFTER COURT EXPRESSED DISSATISFACTION ON MERITS

The Supreme Court in the case Pintu Madanmohan Mondal v. State of West Bengal & Ors observed and has criticized a litigant who, through a newly engaged lawyer, tried to reargue a case despite the Court having earlier expressed dissatisfaction with the merits of the case after hearing the arguments but allowed the lawyers for seeking further instructions.

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US, Japan, S Korea Hold Air Drills After North Korea's Ballistic Missile Launch

The trilateral exercise was held on Sunday in airspace north of South Korea's southern island of Jeju, the military said as per Yonhap news outlet. The three nations conducted similar drills earlier this year.

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Iranian woman detained for stripping in varsity campus

The female student who stripped down to her innerwear outside Tehran’s Islamic Azad University to protest against Iran’s strict dress code was detained by the Iranian authorities, CNN reported on Sunday.

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Disengagement of troops in Ladakh going 'smoothly': China

Patrolling at Demchok had begun on Friday, a day after the Indian and Chinese troops completed disengagement at the two friction points in eastern Ladakh.

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MSF slams Knesset's UNRWA ban as it Worsens Palestinian humanitarian crisis

\"If implemented, the ban on UNRWA's activities would have catastrophic implications on the dire humanitarian situation of Palestinians living in Gaza, as well as in the West Bank, now and for generations to come.\"

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Pak's ministers blame India for worsening smog in Lahore

Ministers in Pakistan's Punjab province on Monday blamed winds from India for worsening smog here, urging the Indian authorities to take up the matter seriously, after the air quality index in the capital city hit a record high over the weekend.

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Another Hezbollah commander killed in Lebanon: IDF

Lebanon. Jaafar Khader Faour who headed the unit's Missiles and Rockets Array was responsible for carrying out multiple rocket attacks targeting the Golan.

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Israel Defence Forces Arrest Terror Operative In Syria

Soldiers from the elite Egoz commando unit arrested Ali Suleiman al-Aadi, a Syrian national living in the southern town of Saida. According to the IDF, al-Aadi gathered intelligence on Israeli forces by the border for future terror activity.

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Will Bring American Dream Back: Trump

Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said that he will bring back the "American Dream" while taking a jibe at his Democratic rival and US Vice President Kamala Harris, stating that she had broken that dream and that he would fix it and vowed to "fix it fast."

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Harris vows end to Gaza war, lower healthcare costs, protect reproductive freedom

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris vowed to end the ongoing war in Gaza, bring home hostages, and ensure Israel's security and the Palestinian people's right to dignity and self-determination.

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Who is leading - Kamala Harris or Donald Trump

Voters in the US go to the polls on 5 November to elect their next president.

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UK PM Starmer vows to fight people smugglers like terrorists

The Home Secretary meanwhile would not commit to specific targets or a timeframe for getting small boat crossings down, but said that the Government will \"try and make progress as rapidly as possible\".

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FURIOUS LAST-DAY PUSH BY HARRIS, DONALD TRUMP

Presidential campaign that has careened through a felony trial, an incumbent president being pushed off the ticket and multiple assassination attempts comes down to a final sprint across a handful of states on Election Day eve.

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Trudeau, sociologically and politically, is an idiot: Ex-Canadian minister

Former Canadian Minister Ujjal Dosanjh criticised Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for his handling of Sikh extremism in Canada, calling him an \"idiot\" both \"sociologically and politically,\" the National Post reported on Sunday.

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ARIANA GRANDE ACKNOWLEDGES FANS' CRITICISM OF HER ROLE IN 'WICKED'

Ariana Grande has expressed her understanding of the mixed reactions from fans regarding her casting as Galinda Upland in the highly anticipated film adaptation of 'Wicked'.

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'WOW WOW WOW': ALIA BHATT PRAISES VARUN AFTER SEEING 'BABY JOHN' TEASER

Actor Alia Bhatt could not resist praising Varun Dhawan after watching his action-packed avatar in the teaser of 'Baby John' film.

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KIM DAZZLES IN PRINCESS DIANA'S ICONIC CROSS PENDANT AT LACMA ART + FILM GALA

Kim Kardashian also attended the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Gala on October 19 and stunned everyone with her glamorous look, which she shared on her Instagram, reported People.

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Icons Raj Kapoor, ANR, Rafi and Tapan to get centenary tribute at IFFI

The upcoming edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will honour film industry icons Raj Kapoor, Tapan Sinha, Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR), and Mohammed Rafi as part of its centenary celebrations for these legendary artists.

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FROM KAREENA TO SONALI CELEBS EXTEND BIRTHDAY WISHES TO TABU

Bollywood actor Tabu, known for her roles in films like 'Border', 'Biwi No. 1', and 'Hum Saath-Saath Hain', is celebrating her birthday today, with several celebrities extending their warm birthday wishes on social media.

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'BHOOL BHULAIYAA 3' AND 'SINGHAM AGAIN' CROSS RS 100-CRORE MARK IN OPENING WEEKEND

Kartik Aaryan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has made box office history after entering the Rs 100-crore club in its opening weekend.

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BHUSHAN KUMAR ON BRINGING DILJIT, PITBULL TOGETHER FOR 'BHOOL BHULAIYAA'

Kartik Aaryan is back on the big screen with 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', which was released on Diwali and has been performing incredibly well at the box office.

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The Role Of Sleep In Diabetes Care: Challenges And Solutions

Diabetes is a long-term illness that affects the body's ability to metabolize glucose, the primary fuel cells use for energy.

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How Important Is Early Detection In The Treatment Of Heart Disease?

Heart disease is a major global health concern, leading to countless annual deaths.

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Role of A2 milk in weight management: How it can help adults maintain a healthy weight?

Regular consumption of A2 milk can help in maintaining a healthy weight by supplying the body with an optimum quantity of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.

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POST-DIWALI DETOX: NOURISHING FOODS TO REJUVENATE AND REBALANCE

After the vibrant celebrations of Diwali, which often include indulgent sweets and rich foods, it's common to feel the need for a reset.

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A life of Virtue leads to immortality

We must delve into our inner self, establishing an invisible connection between our soul and our most important sense organs, the mind and brain.

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SACRED SYNERGY OF YOUR BIRTHDATE & AYURVEDA

A Path to Health Through Linking Your Birth Number and Ayurvedic Wisdom : The Occult Connection Between Numerology and Ayurveda

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Red Bull's Verstappen nears 4th straight F1 title after winning Brazilian GP under rain

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen took a major step toward securing his fourth straight F1 title by winning the Brazilian Grand Prix, despite starting 17th, and increasing his lead over McLaren's Lando Norris with three more races remaining.

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Rohit, Virat Under Fire As India Chews Over 'Tough Pill' Of Loss To New Zealand

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma came under fire on Monday as India chewed over a 0-3 Test series home defeat to New Zealand, with critics calling the team age-ing and low on confidence.

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Dani Olmo leads Barcelona to city derby win over Espanyol

Dani Olmo made the most out of his return as a starter with Barcelona, scoring twice to lead the Catalan club to a 3-1 win over Espanyol in the city derby on Sunday in the Spanish league.

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Starc surpasses Lee to achieve unique feat on Australian soil

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc overtook legendary compatriot Brett Lee to become the fastest bowler to achieve 100 ODI wickets in his country.

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Man U make worst league start in almost 40 years after 1-1 draw with Chelsea

A tumultuous week for Manchester United ended with a 1-1 draw against Chelsea and the unwanted statistic that the club has made its worst league start for almost 40 years.

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Main witness summoned for recording her statement

Delhi's Rouse Avenue court on Monday issued a summon to the witness/victim for recording of evidence (Examination), who was also the main participant in the women's wrestlers protest at Jantar Mantar in January 2023.

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IPL Auction Set To Be Held In Riyadh At End Of November

As of now, 46 players have been retained by the 10 franchises with cumulative expenditure of Rs 558.5 crore.

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CALM CAPTAIN CUMMINS LEADS AUSTRALIA TO 2-WKT WIN OVER PAKISTAN IN 1ST ODI

Babar Azam, who was omitted from the last two test victories against England, made a fluent 37 as the rest of the top-order crumbled.

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India Seniors win silver at Bridge Olympiad

India Seniors signed off with a silver medal as they went down 165-258 to USA in the final of the 16th World Bridge Olympiad here.

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