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9 people shot and wounded in DC, including 2 juveniles, as violence continues to mar July Fourth

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Nine people were shot and wounded, including two juveniles, early on Wednesday in Washington, DC, police said.

Shortly before 1 am police responded to a report of a shooting on Meade Street in the northeastern quadrant of the US capital, Assistant Chief Leslie Parsons of the Metropolitan Police Department said in a statement on Twitter.

Upon their arrival officers discovered multiple shooting victims, including a 9-year-old and a 17-year-old, Parsons said.

A dark coloured SUV seen driving through the neighbourhood, stopped and then shot at the victims outside enjoying the July Fourth holiday, Parsons said, calling the shooting targeted.

Several victims were transported to local hospitals by DC Fire and EMS while others transported themselves.

Philadelphia shooting: Suspect charged with killing five

A suspect has been charged with five counts of murder after a mass shooting in Philadelphia on Monday, according to the local district attorney. Kimbrady Carriker, 40, was also charged with attempted murder and carrying a firearm without a licence. Five people - including a 15-yearold boy - were killed and two were wounded in south-western Philadelphia. The suspect, who was not required to enter a plea during Wednesday's court appearance, is being held without bail.

Canada stops advertising with Facebook and Instagram in news row

Canada's federal government has said it will pull all its advertising from Facebook and Instagram. It follows parent company Meta's move to restrict news content for Canadians after parliament passed a law that will force tech firms to pay media for news.

Canadian officials said on Wednesday that they stand by the law and will not be "intimidated" by Meta.

They said they have been in contact with other countries who plan to pass similar laws.

All the victims suffered non-life threatening injuries, Parsons said. None have been identified.

It was not immediately clear if there was more than one shooter in the vehicle and no arrests have been made.

New Jersey judge faces investigation for 'inappropriate' TikTok videos

Judicial Conduct.

The complaint says the judge's conduct "brought disrepute to the judiciary". His lawyer said the music was by "mainstream performers".

Superior Court Judge Wilcox, who has been practising law in the state since 1989, allegedly posted to TikTok under the alias "Sal Tortorella".

The account, which reportedly garnered some 100 followers, appears to have been taken down.

The DC shooting is the latest in a string of mass shootings over a violent holiday weekend.

Twenty-eight people were shot, two fatally at a block party in Baltimore early Sunday.

Authorities say many of the shooting victims were under 18.

On Monday night, a gunman in a bulletproof vest has opened fire on the streets of Philadelphia, killing five people and wounding two boys, 2 and 13, before he surrendered to responding officers, police.

Three people were killed and eight others injured when several men fired indiscriminately into a crowd of hundreds that had gathered in a Texas neighbourhood following a festival in the area, authorities said.

The shooting in the Fort Worth neighbourhood of Como happened late Monday night, about two hours after the annual ComoFest ended.

Biden officials must limit contact with social media firms

A New Jersey judge is under investigation for posting TikTok videos of himself lipsyncing to songs with profanity, graphic sexual references and racist terms. In some videos, Judge Gary Wilcox is also seen in his judicial robes, according to the state's Advisory Committee on

Among the videos cited in the complaint are those that show Mr Wilcox in his judicial robes and partially dressed while lying in bed.

In one post, it says, the 59-year-old walks through the courthouse in a Beavis and Butt-Head T-shirt while the song Get Down by Nas, based on the trial of two black men, plays in the background.

Secret Service investigates

cocaine found at White House

at Camp David in Maryland at the time.

A US federal judge has limited the Biden administration's communications with social media companies which are aimed at moderating their content.

In a 155-page ruling on Tuesday, judge Terry Doughty barred White House officials and some government agencies from contacting firms over "content containing protected free speech".

The US Secret Service is investigating after cocaine was found at the White House on Sunday night.

The discovery in the West Wing, which contains the Oval Office and other working areas for presidential aides and staff, led to a brief evacuation.

Secret Service agents found the suspicious powder during a routine inspection in an area that is accessible to tour groups.

President Joe Biden and his family were

A senior law enforcement official told the BBC's US partner CBS News the substance was found in a storage facility routinely used by White House staff and guests to store mobile phones. The White House complex was closed as a precaution at around 20:45 local time (00:45 GMT) on Sunday after it was discovered. A preliminary test later confirmed the substance was cocaine. The Secret Service will lead a full review of how it got into the White House, press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said on Wednesday. A senior law enforcement official told CBS, the BBC's US partner, that cameras and entrance logs would be examined to determine who had access to the area where the drug was found.

It is a victory for Republicans who have accused officials of censorship. Democrats said the platforms have failed to address misinformation. The case was one of the most closelywatched First Amendment battles in the US courts, sparking a debate over the government's role in moderating content which it deemed to be false or harmful.The White House said the US Department of Justice was reviewing the ruling and deciding on its next steps. "Our consistent view remains that social media platforms have a critical responsibility to take account of the effects their platforms are having on the American people," the White House said in a statement. It added that platforms should "make independent choices about the information they present".

The ruling comes after a lawsuit by the Republican attorneys general of Missouri and Louisiana alleged that US officials had pressured social media platforms to address posts on topics including Covid-19 policies and election security.

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Snakes in our backyard raising their heads: Indo-Canadian MP on Khalistanis

Toronto: (IANS) Slamming the recent pro-Khalistan poster labelling Indian diplomats as 'killers", Indian-origin MP Chandra Arya warned on Wednesday that snakes in Canada's backyard are "raising their heads and hissing", in an apparent reference to the rising Khalistani menace in the country "Khalistanis in Canada continue to reach new low in abusing our Charter of Rights and Freedom by promoting violence and hate," Arya tweeted.

"While it is good to see Canadian authorities are noticing, we should note the snakes in our backyard are raising their heads and hissing. It is only a question of time when they bite to kill," the MP, who originally hails from

Putin says sanctions making Russia stronger

Russia will continue to oppose Western sanctions, President Vladimir Putin has said, following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

His address to a virtual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit was his first to an international meeting since last month's mutiny in Russia. Mr Putin backed trade accords between SCO nations in local currencies - seen as an attempt to blunt sanctions.

The 2023 SCO summit is taking place virtually, under India's leadership.

China accuses UK of harbouring Hong Kong fugitives

China says the UK is sheltering fugitives after Hong Kong put bounties on the heads of eight prodemocracy activists who fled the territory. The statement from its London embassy came after the UK said it would not tolerate attempts by China to silence individuals in the UK or overseas. The eight left the former British territory after Beijing imposed a sweeping national security law in 2020.

Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee said they would be "pursued for life".

Slamming the recent proKhalistan poster labelling Indian diplomats as 'killers", Indian-origin MP Chandra Arya warned on Wednesday that snakes in Canada's backyard are "raising their heads and hissing", in an apparent reference to the rising Khalistani menace in the

country

Karnataka, said.

The poster, announcing the Khalistan Freedom Rally on July 8, sparked outrage across India by calling India’s

Fukushima: Anxiety and anger over Japan's nuclear waste water plan

High Commissioner to Ottawa Sanjay Kumar Verma and Consul General in Toronto Apoorva Srivastava as "killers" of Khalistan Tiger Force chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

It came a month after Khalistanis, marking the 39th anniversary of Operation Blue Star, put up a tableau of late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi with blood on her clothes and a poster that read, “Revenge of attack on Shri Darbar Sahib”. "Emboldened by noncriticism from elected officials of a recent Brampton parade portraying and celebrating the assassination of Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi by her bodyguards, they are now openly calling for violence against India diplomats," Arya said.

Ruins found of Munich synagogue destroyed by Hitler

A controversial plan by Japan to release treated waste water from the Fukushima nuclear plant has sparked anxiety and anger at home and abroad.

Since the 2011 tsunami which severely damaged the plant, more than a million tonnes of treated waste water has accumulated there. Japan now wants to start discharging it into the Pacific Ocean. The UN nuclear watchdog the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has published a report endorsing Japan's plan. But since it was announced two years ago, the plan has been deeply controversial in Japan with local communities expressing concerns about contamination. Fishing and seafood industry groups in Japan and the wider region have also voiced concerns about their livelihoods, as they fear consumers will avoid buying seafood.

Jenin: Palestinians fear escalation after destructive West Bank assault

Eighty-five years after Adolf Hitler ordered the destruction of Munich's main synagogue, construction workers have found rubble from the building in a nearby river. They uncovered columns from the synagogue and a stone tablet showing some of the Ten Commandments. The Jewish community and local figures are delighted with the discovery. "We never thought we would find anything from it," said Bernhard Purin, head of Munich's Jewish museum.

India family's Canadian dream shattered as husband dies in accident

The atmosphere in Jenin refugee camp feels like one I have witnessed elsewhere - in Gaza, after wars with Israel. But this is the occupied West Bank; where the dynamics are very different. Now it seems like a fast descent into something far more dangerous is already happening. The destruction in the camp following the Israeli army's biggest assault there in 20 years is massive.

As hundreds of troops entered the camp

on Monday morning, the army fired missiles from drones - air strikes have not been used in the West Bank for two decades - and tore up roads to clear them of what it said were militants' roadside bombs.

Fierce gun battles broke out between the troops and Palestinian militants and continued until Israeli troops withdrew on Tuesday night. Now for the first time in safety since Sunday, thousands of residents pour into the streets to see the destruction themselves.

Toronto: (IANS) A newly-arrived Indian immigrant, who was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Brampton on Monday, has been identified as Prakash Mariyappan. The 29-year-old victim came to Canada a year ago with his wife and an infant. He was hit by a car while riding his bike, not far from his home in Brampton, on Monday morning. He was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries. The woman driver fled the scene after the accident. She was later arrested and her vehicle was seized by the police. Media reports quoted the victim’s wife, Indu Sekar, as saying that she was against the idea of moving to Canada but he convinced her by promising a better life.

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“I Apologise”

Shivraj Chouhan Washes Feet Of Tribal Man Who Was Peed On

‘Tamasha’ not democracy: Kapil Sibal on Maharashtra political developments

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Thursday dubbed the political developments in Maharashtra as a “tamasha”, and said the law seems to allow it.

He also said the political developments were about “loaves of power” and not people.

The remarks by Sibal, a noted advocate, came after NCP leader Ajit Pawar and eight others were inducted into the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government.

Ajit Pawar pulled off a stunning revolt in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Sunday, triggering a vertical split, and joined hands with the ruling Shiv Sena-BJP alliance in Maharashtra to

become the deputy chief minister.

In a tweet, Sibal said, “Maharashtra politics, this is not democracy. It’s a ‘Tamasha’& The law seems to allow it! It is about the loaves of power, not people!”

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday said he aspired

Indian Minister Jaishankar Visits Tanzania to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Bhopal: A tribal man in Madhya Pradesh who was urinated upon by another man in an incident that provoked massive outrage in the state, received special attention today from Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who washed his feet, apologized to him and call him his friend. Mr Chouhan asked Dashmat Ravat many questions, including how he earned a living and whether he and his family are beneficiaries of government schemes.

Referencing “Sudama”, the impoverished childhood friend whom Lord Krishna showered with gifts, the Chief Minister said: “Dasmat, now you are my friend.”

Mr Chouhan also shared photos on Twitter and wrote: “Dashmat ji, this is an attempt to share your pain, I also apologise to you, for me public is God”

14 Arrested in Jammu and Kashmir for National Anthem Disrespect

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attend a deck reception onboard Indian Naval Ship Trishul along with President of Zanzibar Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi and said that the presence of the ship here is a statement of “SAGAR commitment”. The Indian Naval Ship Trishul is visiting Tanzania. Jaishankar on Wednesday arrived in Zanzibar on a two-day official visit during which he called on the top

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attend a deck reception onboard Indian Naval Ship Trishul along with President of Zanzibar Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi and said that the presence of the ship here is a statement of “SAGAR commitment”.

leadership, including President Mwinyi. “Attended a deck reception hosted onboard INS Trishul with President of Zanzibar @DrHmwinyi. Welcomed the presence of the Speaker, Ministers, MPs, senior officers from Tanzanian Defence Forces and Indian diaspora. INS Trishul’s presence in Zanzibar today is a statement of our SAGAR commitment,” Jaishankar tweeted on Thursday.

His remarks came after NCP leader Ajit Pawar and eight others were inducted into the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government

to become the CM of the state and also took a jibe at NCP chief Sharad Pawar asking his 83-year-old uncle when will he retire from active politics, as the rebel leader appeared to be ahead in the numbers game for control of the NCP after its vertical split.

The warring Pawar camps held separate meetings in Mumbai in a show of strength.

SC Rejects Plea Against Internet Shutdown in Manipur

The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to entertain a plea by two Manipur residents against repeated internet shutdowns in the state rocked by ethnic violence and gave them the liberty to approach the high court on the matter. A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices P S Narasimha and Manoj Misra noted that a division bench of the Manipur HC is already seized of the matter in which an expert committee was formed and directed to examine whether internet could be restored in the state.

Ajit Agarkar drops Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma from T20I series vs West Indies

The winds of change seem to be blowing through the corridors of Indian cricket following the appointment of Ajit Agarkar as chairman of the selection committee. The former India all-rounder made his intentions clear a day after being named for the coveted

Raut rubs salt, says Shinde has outlived his utility, Maha to get new CM

More than a dozen people have been arrested for not standing up when the national anthem was played during a function held here in June with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in attendance, officials said on Thursday. The administration has also suspended a few police personnel for failing to ensure that everyone stood up while the anthem was played, they said. According to them, some people chose to not stand up during the closing ceremony of the ‘Pedal for Peace’ cycling event, organised by Jammu and Kashmir Police.

breakaway Nationalist Congress Party into the Shiv Sena-Bharatiya Janata Party government, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has “outlived his utility,” and the state is poised to get a new CM soon, here on Wednesday.

Sena (UBT) MP and Chief Spokesperson Sanjay Raut said that the induction of another around 40 NCP MLAs into the Sena-BJP government that was already enjoying a 170-MLAs majority “is beyond the understanding of the ordinary masses”. “This was quite expected but for Shinde and his supporters it implies that ‘you are no longer needed’. I repeat - the state will definitely get a new CM very soon,” declared Raut- who had said on Sunday that Shinde’s chair was in danger.

post by deciding not to include Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for the fivematch T20I series in the West Indies. Both batters haven’t been considered in the T20 set-up since India’s loss to England in the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup.

First IIT Campus To Be Set Up Outside India Will Be In This Country

New Delhi: The first IIT campus outside India will come up in Tanzania’s Zanzibar, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed for setting up of a campus of IIT Madras in Zanzibar, which is a Tanzanian archipelago off the coast of East Africa.

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A video showed the Chief Minister conversing with Dasmat Ravat, a 36-yearold tribal from Karaundi, before washing his feet in a gesture of respect.

King Charles, Camilla award ‘Elephant Whisperers’ director, Indian wildlife conservationists

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London :(IANS) Kings Charles III and Queen Camilla presented the prestigious Mark Shand Award and the Tara Award to Oscar-winning filmmaker Kartiki Gonsalves and a wildlife conservation group from India, at the 2023 Animal Ball in London. Kartiki, the director of 'The Elephant Whisperers' and the Tamil Nadu-based The Real Elephant Collective (TREC) were honoured by the Royals on June 28 for making significant contributions to human-wildlife coexistence.

"The Tara Award, inspired by the sacred bond between elephants and humans, recognises extraordinary achievements in storytelling and advocacy for coexistence. We were delighted to present this award to Kartiki Gonsalves," the award citation read.

'The Elephant Whisperers' explores the profound connection between humans and elephants through the heartwarming story of Raghu, an orphaned elephant and an indigenous

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couple in the forests of Tamil Nadu. Honouring the filmmaker as a true champion for wildlife and nature, the citation further said that the "globally acclaimed documentary stands as a testament to the beauty of India’s

wilderness, the wisdom of tribal communities, and the empathy that exists between people and animals who share the same space".

The Mark Shand Award, named in honour of the Queen's brother and founder of Elephant Family that works

Indian-American store clerk fatally shot at in Georgia; 2 teens in custody

on a highway in Wrens, a city in Jefferson County, Georgia, The Augusta Chronicle newspaper reported.

The Wrens Police Department said that on June 28, at approximately 8:37 p.m. (local time), two suspects entered Wrens Food Mart.

Wrens Police Chief John Maynard told The Chronicle that Singh had been working at the store for less than one month.

to protect Asia’s wildlife, went to The Real Elephant Collective (TREC) -- a community of 70 Adivasi artists and wildlife conservationists.

Led by Shubhra Nayar, a graduate of the National Institute of Design in India, TERC works with indigenous communities to present intricate sculptural representations of wild elephants they coexist with.

Situated in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu -- an area with the highest human and elephant density in the world -- TREC has "fostered a unique understanding and coexistence between people and wildlife".

The sculptures, made from the invasive weed lantana camara, provide livelihood opportunities for Adivasi (indigenous) communities while contributing to the removal of this harmful weed from protected areas.

"Their efforts have not only benefited the environment but also enhanced the communities’ values, income, and status without compromising their indigenous way of life," the citation read.

Woman jailed for killing elderly Indian-origin patient in UK hospital

Toronto: (IANS) Baltej Singh Dhillon, the first turbaned Sikh officer in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), has been appointed Chair of WorkSafeBC's board of directors, making him the first South Asian to hold the top post.

Dhillon, a member of the Board since 2017, was appointed for a threeyear term effective June 30 after an announcement by Minister of Labour, Harry Bains, last week.

“Baltej was a veteran police officer who brings expertise in law enforcement and six years of experience as a director at WorkSafeBC. He will be committed to WorkSafeBC’s role in investigating serious workplace incidents to prevent similar incidents from happening again,” Bains said in his announcement. The WorkSafeBC is a provincial agency dedicated to promoting safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. Dhillon retired from the police force in 2019 after a three-decade-long career working in intelligence, special enforcement, protection services, and in investigations for the 1985 Air India bombing task force and the Pickton case.

New York, July 5: A 36-year-old IndianAmerican convenience store clerk died on the spot in Georgia after being shot at by two 15-year-olds in what appeared to be a case of armed robbery, police said. Mandeep Singh, 36, of Rosier Road in Augusta, was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck twice by gunfire at Wrens Food Mart, located

"It appeared to be an armed robbery to start with, and at some point shots were fired and the clerk was deceased," Maynard said. "They walked in, maybe five seconds was spent looking at a shelf. It was clear what they came to do," Maynard said, after going through visuals captured by the store security cameras.

Man sentenced for stalking IndianAmerican Congresswoman Jayapal

the felony stalking charge prosecutors originally filed, the Seattle Times reported.

Forsell was arrested on July 9 after allegedly yelling obscenities and threats outside Jayapal’s Seattle home, but was released four days later as police couldn’t find evidence to support the charge. Prosecutors later charged Forsell with harassing and intimidating Jayapal repeatedly, who feared the man wanted to hurt or kill her.

London: (IANS) A woman suffering from an 'acute mental disorder' has been jailed for killing a frail 83-year-old Indian-origin woman by repeatedly banging her head on the floor at a hospital in Birmingham. Vidya Kaur died in the early hours of January 22, 2021 in Birmingham City Hospital after fellow patient, Philomena Wilson (56), attacked her, the METRO reported. Wilson, who initially claimed to have no memory of the events, later pleaded guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility, and was jailed for seven years on Friday, with a further five years on licence.

New York:(IANS) A 49-year-old man has been sentenced to 364 days in Seattle's King County Jail after he admitted to stalking Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal last year, according to media reports.

Brett Forsell pleaded guilty last week to misdemeanor stalking rather than

During his arraignment last year, he pled “not guilty” to charges of felony stalking.

He has since been ordered to have no contact with Jayapal and prohibited from possessing firearms for eight years. He was arrested outside Jayapal’s house in Arbor Heights with a loaded .40-caliber handgun holstered on his waist.

The Birmingham crown court was told that Wilson was suffering a ‘temporary delirium, most likely linked to her abuse of drugs and alcohol’ when she launched the attack. Kaur suffered serious head injuries, including a fractured skull, which contributed to her death three weeks later. Michael Burrows KC, prosecuting, told the court that in the early hours of the day of the incident, a nurse at the hospital was guiding Kaur to the toilet when Wilson got out of bed and attacked her.

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India's HDFC Bank at record high post HDFCmerger, among world's top 10 banks by value

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MUMBAI (Reuters) - Shares of India's HDFC Bank hit an all-time high on Monday after it completed its merger with parent Housing Development Finance Corp (HDFC), entering the coveted list of the world's top 10 banks by market capitalisation.

HDFC Bank's shares jumped 3.3% to a record high of 1,757.50 rupees, while HDFC's shares rose 3.7% to 2,927.40 rupees, their highest since April 2022, when the merger was first announced. The $40-billion merger-the biggest in India's corporate history-closed on June 30 to create a financial behemoth that can now underwrite larger ticket loans, including those for infrastructure. Since the deal was announced, the private lender's shares have risen about 14.5%, while the housing finance company's stock has gained over 17%, both outperforming the roughly 9% rise in the benchmark Nifty 50 index in that period.

That gives the combined entity a market capitalisation of around $157 billion, Reuters calculations showed, more than top global lenders such as Morgan Stanley and HSBC Holdings.

Still, Morgan Stanley believes HDFC Bank's valuation is attractive.

"The merger is synergistic. HDFC Bank gets access to secured and long-tenor retail mortgage products as well as a large

customer base," the brokerage said in a note dated July 2.

It expects the merged entity's loan growth to accelerate to 17%-18% in four quarters, from 15%-16% currently, particularly as mortgage loan growth accelerates. The brokerage resumed coverage of HDFC Bank with an 'overweight' rating and a target price of 2,110 rupees per share, implying a 26% upside to its last close. Sashidhar Jagdishan, managing director and CEO of HDFC Bank, has an equally bullish target. "The pace at which we aim to grow, we could be creating a new HDFC Bank every 4 years," Jagdishan told employees over the weekend.

The combined entity, with a large and growing distribution and customer franchise, more than adequate capital, healthy asset quality and profitability, will be "best positioned" to capture growth, he said.

Both companies have set July 13 as the "record date" to swap HDFC's shares with HDFC Bank's stock for its shareholders

Reliance Jio launches India’s

most affordable internet-enabled phone at Rs 999

New Delhi:(IANS) Reliance Jio

on Monday launched India’s most affordable 4G phone ‘Jio Bharat V2’ at just Rs 999, which is the lowest entry price for an internet-enabled phone in the country.

The new ‘Jio Bharat’ smartphone will enable existing 250 million feature phone (2G) users with internet via ‘Jio Bharat’ platform that leverages device and network capabilities to deliver internet-enabled services on entry-level phones.

The beta trial for the first 1 million Jio

Belfast IT firm buys US business RapidITCloudbera

Kainos, the Belfast IT firm, has bought a business in the United States which it will integrate into its Workday division. It has taken over RapidITCloudbera, which is based in Atlanta and has just over 100 employees. Workday is a suite of financial management and Human Resources software.

RapidIT-Cloudbera makes a product called Genie which helps firms test the configuration of their Workday set up. Kainos will combine Genie with its own automated testing product, Smart Test.

Bharat phones begins from July 7 in the country.

“There are still 250 million mobile phone users in India who remain

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‘trapped’ in the 2G era, unable to tap into basic features of the internet at a time when the world stands at the cusp of a 5G revolution,” said Akash Ambani, Chairman, Reliance Jio.

Six years ago when Jio was launched, “we made it clear that Jio will leave no stone unturned to democratize the internet and pass the benefits of technology to every Indian. Technology will no longer remain a privilege for a select few,” he added.

The device comes with 30 per cent cheaper monthly plan and 7 times more data compared to feature phone offerings of other operators.

US economy stronger than reported at start of 2023

Electric carmaker Tesla says it delivered a record number of vehicles in the three months to the end of June, after cutting prices to boost sales. It has lowered prices in markets including the US, UK and China to compete with rival manufacturers. This weekend, major Chinese car makers also reported a surge in sales in June. Earlier this year, Tesla boss Elon Musk said he believed pursuing higher sales, with lower profits, was the "right choice" for the company.

US economic growth was stronger than previously reported at the start of the year - news that could help bolster the case for higher interest rates in the world's largest economy.

The Commerce Department said the latest data showed the US economy grew at an annual rate of 2% in the first three months of the year.

Its first estimate put growth at 1.1% in the January to March period.

The boost reflected stronger consumer spending than previously understood.

The US central bank has been trying to cool the economy, aiming to ease the pressures pushing up prices. It has raised its key interest rate by five percentage points since March 2022, to more than 5%, and signalled that more hikes are in the offing. The moves had raised concerns that they might lead to a painful slowdown, as higher rates weigh on activity, such as spending and business expansions. Many companies had reported concerns about the outlook earlier this year, but hiring has remained strong and other data has painted a brighter picture.

As well as consumer spending, the Commerce Department on Thursday said exports were also greater than previously reported.

"Narrative on growth shifts, again. Signs of slowing scant," Diane Swonk, chief economist at KPMG in the US, tweeted in response to the report.

New Zealand bans plastic bags for fresh produce

New Zealand has become the world's first country to expand its ban on plastic bags in supermarkets to thin bags, which are typically used to hold fruits or vegetables.

The move, which took effect on Saturday, is part of a wider government campaign against singleuse plastics.

Most shoppers already bring their own bags to stores after take-home plastic bags were banned in 2019. In recent years, many countries have imposed a fee or ban on plastic bags. "New Zealand produces too much waste, too much plastic waste," Associate Environment Minister Rachel Brooking said.

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Posters Laud Sharad Pawar as Lone Warrior at 83

Manipur: Mob sets fire to Indian Reserve Battalion personnel’s house

An irate mob torched the house of an Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) personnel in Manipur’s Thoubal district, police said on Wednesday.

The incident took place at Samaram on Tuesday night after a 27-year-old man, identified as Ronaldo, was killed in a clash when a 700-800-strong mob tried to storm the camp of the 3rd IRB at Wangbal, 4 km away, to loot firearms. The forces tried to bring the situation under control and used teargas shells and rubber bullets at first. But as the armed mob opened fire, the forces shot back, officials said.

NCP chief Sharad Pawar’s supporters thronged his residence in south Mumbai on Wednesday, hours ahead of the show of strength meetings convened by him and his nephew Ajit Pawar who has parted ways to become Maharashtra deputy chief minister. The Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar factions of the Nationalist Congress Party are holding their meetings in Yashwantrao Chavan Centre in south Mumbai and in Bhujbal Knowledge City in suburban Bandra, respectively, on Wednesday. Outside Silver Oak, the senior Pawar’s residence in south Mumbai, a party worker was seen carrying a banner which read: '83-year-old warrior waging a fight alone'.

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The mob also blocked the roads leading to the camp at multiple locations to prevent reinforcements from reaching there, but the forces moved through, they said. The mob attacked a team of the Assam Rifles that was on the way to the camp. They fired on the Assam Rifles personnel, in which a jawan was injured, and torched their vehicle,

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A man, identified as Ronaldo, was killed in a clash when a 700-800-strong mob tried to storm the camp of the 3rd IRB at Wangbal, 4 km away, to loot firearms

officials said. The jawan was shot in the leg, they said. In the clashes, a man,

identified as Ronaldo, was shot. He was first taken to the Thoubal district hospital, but later referred to a hospital in Imphal as his condition was critical. He died on the way to the state capital, officials said. Ten others were also injured in the clashes and six of them with serious injuries were admitted to a hospital in Imphal, they said.

‘Mehngai Man’ tormenting India, burning a hole in poor man’s pocket: Congress

Superman and Spiderman are passé.

New Delhi: The Supreme Court was told yesterday that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has been given “drastic powers” in investigating money laundering cases and these powers need to be reined in. A bench of Justices AS Bopanna and MM Sundresh was hearing a batch of pleas relating to Gurugram-based realty group M3M under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Senior advocate Harish Salve, appearing on behalf of directors of realty group M3M, said, “These are drastic powers given to the ED. If the court does not rein them in, no one is safe in this country. See how the arrest was done. They were cooperating. The arrest was in violation of my rights... These powers need to be reined in.” Mr Salve and senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi were representing M3M directors, Basant Bansal and Pankaj Bansal, who were arrested in a money laundering probe related to a bribery case against a former judge.

The Supreme Court on Wednesday extended interim protection from arrest to activist Teesta Setalvad in a case linked to the 2002 post-Godhra riots. The next hearing will be on July 19.

A bench of Justices B R Gavai, A S Bopanna and Dipankar Datta issued notice to the Gujarat government on the appeal filed by Setalvad against the Gujarat high court order.

“Mehngai Man” is tormenting India now, the Congress said on Tuesday.

“The Mehngai Man has set the poor man’s thali on fire — prices of wheat flour, edible oil, pulses, vegetables and fruits are skyrocketing. While the common people are in acute distress, the emperor is in ecstasy after pushing the prices of essential commodities — from tomato to petrol — beyond reach,” Congress spokesperson

Supriya Shrinate said. “The king who is called Mehngai Man is Narendra Modi,” she said. Castigating the sycophants of the “Mehngai Man” for not telling him the truth about savagely rising prices and peaking unemployment, Shrinate said: “While the budgets of middle-class households have derailed, the poor cannot afford the basic food for sustenance. Tomato, which was selling for Rs 10-15 a kg, has shot up to Rs 150; even green chillies and lemons have gone beyond the common man’s reach.” She added: “Pulses selling at Rs 75 a kg a few years ago are now available at Rs 170. Rice, spices, milk, tea, biscuits and oil have become costlier. There is deceit as well — packets of some items are available at the same rate but the amount has been significantly decreased. The cooking gas cylinder costing Rs 1,170 has broken the poor’s backbone. The Congress governments are helping them by making it available for Rs 500.”

India’s Space Programme Revolutionizes Global Space Exploration: The NewYork Times

The article titled ‘The Surprising Striver in the World’s Space Business’ notes that India has become home to at least 140 registered spacetech start-ups

“When it launched its first rocket in 1963, India was a poor country pursuing the world’s most cutting-edge technology. That projectile, its nose cone wheeled to the launchpad by a bicycle, put a small payload 124 miles above the Earth. India was barely pretending to keep up with the US and the Soviet Union. In today’s space race, India has found much surer footing,” the leading US newspaper said.

Lauding India’s ambitious space programme, The New York Times has said the country, currently witnessing an “explosive” growth in space-tech start-ups, is set to “transform the planet’s connection to the final frontier” and can emerge as a “counterweight” to China.

The article titled ‘The Surprising Striver in the World’s Space Business’ notes that India has become home to at least 140 registered space-tech start-ups, “comprising a local research field that stands to transform the planet’s connection to the final frontier.” “The start-ups’ growth has been explosive, leaping from five when the pandemic started. And they see a big market to serve,” the paper said.

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Eight new medical colleges sanctioned in Telangana

Kerala snake boat season off to bad start as women's boat overturns

Hyderabad: (IANS) The Telangana government on Wednesday issued orders for setting up eight new government medical colleges in the state. Each of these colleges and government general hospitals will have an intake capacity of 100 MBBS seats and will come up at Maheshwaram in Rangareddy district, Yadadri in Yadadri Bhongir district, Medak in Medak district, Narsampet in Warangal district, Mulugu in Mulugu district, Narayanpet in Narayanpet district, Gadwal in Jogulamba Gadwal district, and Qutbullapur in Medchal Malkajgiri district. Two of these colleges at Maheshwaram and Qutubullapur will be coming up on the outskirts of Hyderabad. The government accorded administrative sanction for establishing the new medical colleges with state Health, Medical, and Family Welfare Secretary S.A.M Rizvi issuing the orders.

Thiruvananthapuram: (IANS) The Kerala snake boat season opener -- the famed Champakulam Moolam ‘vallam kali’ (boat race) -- got off to an ominous start when an ‘all women' boat capsized. Fortunately, all the 17 women on the boat were rescued.

Since the oarswomen were all good swimmers and with help instantly arriving, all were quickly taken out of the water. They were taken to a nearby hospital and are well. This race is traditionally known as the first snake boat race which heralds a fresh new season of a series of boat races in and around the central districts of the state.

This race takes place on the Pamba river and the incident took place late Monday afternoon when two races were held almost simultaneously. During the race competitions are held

Telangana Governor visits Osmania Hospital, days after Health Minister's attack

Since then, she has made regular appeals on the improvisation of hospital and communicated with the state government.

The Governor has received numerous appeals from both OGH medical students and the general public regarding the horrible condition of Osmania General Hospital. She also highlighted that the issue was raised during a recent OGH Alumni meeting. Notably, the High Court has cleared the case, and she expressed appreciation for this decision.

between boats of various sizes and shapes. There is also an exhibition item and two boats known as ‘Thekenodi’ where those who handle the oars on one are all women, even while 5 men are on the boat.

“One of the two Thekenodi boats overturned as the losers snake boat race began before the exhibition event of the two ‘Thekenodi’ had finished and due to the sudden surge in the water by the giant snake boats ( there are more than 100 oarsmen), the ripples created led to the overturning of one Thekenodi boat. This was an error by the organizers,” said locals.

With the district authorities and a state minister present to witness the event, as soon as the boat overturned an announcement was made to stop all the races.

Kerala Police Files Case Against Actor Vijayakumar for Trespassing

Hyderabad:(IANS) In continuing friction with the Telangana government, Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan on Monday made a surprise visit to Osmania General Hospital.

During her visit to the governmentrun hospital, she visited all the hospital wards and interacted with the patients and the doctors and para-medical staff.

The Governor visited the century-old hospital a few days after she voiced concern over its condition. This had attracted criticism from Health Minister T. Harish Rao who alleged that she was speaking "like a BJP spokesperson". Soundararajan voiced her concern regarding the quality of facilities and the issue of limited space. She mentioned that she has raised these concerns with the Chief Minister and the Health Department on multiple occasions. She further shared that her first meeting upon assuming office as the Governor was with a delegation from the Osmania General Hospital.

Soundararajan urged the state government to make alternative arrangements before any further legal hurdles arise. Emphasising that the well-being of poor patients should be the government's highest priority, she acknowledged the exemplary work being done by the doctors despite the existing limitations.

She specifically mentioned the unhygienic conditions of the hospital toilets and washrooms, the roof ceiling in the old building, and the inadequate ventilation.

During her visit, the Governor observed the post-operative ward and general ward, both of which she described as being in not good state.

She clarified that her intention was not to engage in a blame game, but rather to ensure that the poor and needy patients receive the best possible treatment facilities as it is the only resort to them to get treatment.

As a resident of the state, she urged the government to improve hospital infrastructure and treatment facilities.

Thiruvananthapuram: (IANS) The Kerala Police have registered a case against actor Vijayakumar following a complaint by his actress daughter Arthana Binu that he trespassed into the house where she lives with her mother, sister and grandmother in the state capital. The actress's mother and Vijayakumar divorced long back. This trespassing case came to light after the actress apparently failed to get any help from the local police when she informed them. Things started to change when she posted the video of her father engaged in trespassing. The video went viral and it was after that the police started to act . In her post on social media she wrote, “I am putting up this post as even though we called the police station for help at around 9:45 a.m. no one has taken any action till now. The person in the video is my biological father Vijayakumar who is also a Malayalam Film Actor. This video shows him going back after successfully trespassing into our residence by jumping over the wall to make his way to the property that too

inspite of the existence of a protection order issued way back around ten years in favour of me, my mom and my sister. "My parents are legally divorced and me my mom and my sister are living in our maternal house along with my maternal grandmother who is 85+. He has been trespassing for years and there are multiple police cases which we have filed against him. Today, he barged into our compound and since the door was locked he was threatening us through the open window. He also threatened me to stop acting in movies and that he would go to any extent, if I don’t obey. He also said that if I wish to act I should act in the movies which he say.

"He kept on banging on the window and yelling. He accused my grandmother of selling me off for living. He also bad mouthed the team of my Malayalam movie for which I have just completed shooting. All this is happening when there is an ongoing case in the court which me and my mom have filed against him against trespassing, intruding and creating problems in my workplace, also creating chaos at my mom’s workplace and sister’s educational institution.

"I am acting in movies only to my will. Acting has always been my passion and I will continue to act as long as my health permits me to. Whenever I act in a Malayalam movie he files cases to stop me from acting. Even when I acted in Shylock, he filed a legal case ,and to prevent the movie from being shelved I had to sign an official legal document stating that I acted in the movie at my own will.

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College Professor In US Fired For Asking 11 Female Students To "Remove Shirts In Class"

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A college professor in the United States has been fired for allegedly asking female students to remove their shirts, according to Fox5 DC. The action was taken after an investigation by the Office for Civil Rights within the Department of Education in the incident. The three-month-long investigation revealed that the professor had created a hostile environment by instructing approximately 11 female students to remove their shirts down to their sports bras as part of a class demonstration. He also made inappropriate comments about their breasts, claiming it was related to a medical assessment, despite no requirement for clothing removal or such commentary, the outlet further said. According to Fox5 DC, when some of the women wore lab jackets for modesty, the professor insisted they remove them. The incident occurred at the Takoma/Silver Spring campus and was initially reported in October 2019. After the investigation,

the male faculty member - whose name has not been released - was immediately placed on administrative leave and later fired.

A spokesperson for Montgomery College expressed gratitude for the thorough investigation carried out by OCR and expressed full support to the resolutions outlined in the final report, which was

made public recently.

During the investigation, it was discovered that one of the female students involved had failed the course, believing it was due to the harassment, Fox5 DC said in its report. The college assisted her in reenrolling and covered the expenses for her to retake the class. Additionally, the college

Will BJP face wrath of Kol tribe in pollbound MP after inhuman pee-gate?

The inhuman act of a youth named Pravesh Shukla, who was caught on camera peeing on the face of a tribal labourer in Madhya Pradesh's Sidhi district, has left the Shivraj Singh Chouhan-led BJP government with no choice but to get into damage control mode, more so because the Assembly elections are just five months away. Parvesh happens to be the representative of BJP MLA Kedarnath Shukla.

Pravesh's shameful act has not only given the opposition Congress an opportunity to corner the BJP over 'atrocities' against people belonging to SC/ST communities, but also a chance to present itself as the 'sympathiser' of the downtrodden communities in the poll-bound state.

Notably, the victim - Dasmat Rawat - belongs to the Kol tribe, which comes under the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category, and is the largest tribal group in the Vindhya region comprising seven districts -- Satna, Sidhi, Singrauli, Sidhi, Umaria, Shahdol and Anuppur.

The region consists of 30 Assembly seats, out of which 24 were won by the BJP in 2018. While the ruling party is putting in all possible efforts to secure the maximum number of seats in the Vindhya region, Pravesh's shameful act is bound to create anti-BJP sentiments among the Kol community. The tribal communities, including Bhil, Bhilala, Gond, Korku, Baiga, Saharia, Kol and Bharia, constitute over 21 per cent of the voters in Madhya Pradesh, which has 230 Assembly constituencies. Out of these, 84 are tribal-dominated constituencies, with 47 seats reserved for ST candidates.

In 2013 elections, the BJP had won 60 out of these 84 seats (and 165 out of the 230 seats), but the numbers had

The inhuman act of a youth named Pravesh Shukla, who was caught on camera peeing on the face of a tribal labourer in Madhya Pradesh's Sidhi district, has left the Shivraj Singh Chouhan-led BJP government with no choice but to get into damage control mode, more so because the Assembly elections are just five months away. Parvesh happens to be the representative of BJP MLA Kedarnath Shukla.

slumped to 34 in 2018. The Congress, which had won 24 of the 84 seats in 2013 (and just 58 in total), improved its tally to 47 in 2018, while its rebels emerged victorious on three seats. The Congress has grabbed the opportunity now as it has planned to take the peeing issue to the community members during campaigning.

Congress MLAs belonging to SC/ST communities are apparently charged up, trying to stoke anti-BJP sentiments among the Kol community members.

The BJP, as part of its damage control measures, has bulldozed the “illegal encroachments" of Pravesh, who has been booked under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) after the

video of the act went viral on social media on Tuesday.

Notably, a couple of months back, Shivraj Singh Chouhan had perfomed a bhumi-pujan for the conservation and restoration work of the Kolgarhi Fort of tribal Kol rulers in Rewa district.

In fact, in the last couple of years, the Chouhan-led state government has implemented a host of tribal-centric initiatives, particularly named after tribal heroes, including Birsa Munda and Tantya Bheel. These initiatives not only include restoring places associated with tribal heroes, but also other measures like self-employment schemes etc.

offered tuition reimbursement or covered the costs for at least three other students in the same class to retake the course. Although the professor was ultimately fired, some unanswered questions remain: The college has not disclosed whether the matter was referred to the police, why the professor's name has not been revealed, or which specific class was involved.

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich was quoted as saying by the outlet: "I wouldn't expect anybody to release anyone's name until there's been an investigation. If it's not a police matter, if it's like discipline, a personnel matter, personnel things don't get discussed." While the report commended Montgomery College for promptly conducting an investigation, it expressed concern that not all individuals involved were informed of the findings. Council member Will Jawando, who chairs the Education Committee, expressed surprise at learning about the incident four years after it occurred.

Rahul Stresses: Peace the Only Way Forward for Healing Manipur

As violence continues in Manipur, former Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday expressed that the northeastern state needs peace to heal, and that peace is the only way forward.

In a tweet, Rahul Gandhi said: "Manipur needs peace to heal. During my 2-day visit to the state, it broke my heart to see our brothers and sisters in pain. Peace is the only way forward, and we must all work towards it." He also attached a video of his 2-day visit to the strife hit with his tweet. Rahul Gandhi had visited Manipur on June 29 and 30 and met the affected families at the relief camps in Churachandpur and west Imphal. After visit to relief camps, he also met Governor and demanded for proper attention to affected families living there. He also asked the Governor to ensure peace returns to Manipur and also the supply of essential items.

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Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Animal' postpones release to December 1

Mumbai: (IANS) Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor's upcoming actionthriller film 'Animal' is ready to roar, as the beast will unleash its fangs on the revised release date of December 1, 2023. The makers have furnished the reason behind shifting the date: so that the audience gets a more polished film in theatres to their delight. This the film has avoided theatrically clashing with the Sunny Deol-starrer 'Gadar 2' and the Akshay Kumarstarrer 'OMG 2' both of which are legacy films.

SRK's 'Jawan' trailer to be attached with Tom Cruise's 'MI 7' in theatres

Mumbai: (IANS) Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, who continues to bask in the success of his film 'Pathaan', is all set to take the silver screen by storm once again. The highly anticipated trailer of upcoming film, 'Jawan', will be unveiled alongside the release of 'Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One' in theatres. The attachment of SRK's film's trailer to Tom Cruise's film is quite interesting as both the megastars command a similar fan following across the globe and are known for their charm. The film has set its release date for September 7, this year. 'Jawan' directed by Atlee, promises to be an exhilarating rollercoaster ride of emotions, captivating audiences with its adrenaline-pumping action sequences that will push the audience to the edge of their seats.

Aditya Roy Kapur Professes His Passion for Rock and Electronic Music

Actor Aditya Roy Kapur, who is receiving a lot of appreciation for his work in ‘The Night Manager: Part 2’, has shared what songs he likes to listen to on his playlist.

The actor, who is known for his films like ‘Aashiqui 2’, ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’, ‘Ok Jaanu’, ‘Ludo’ and several others, is also a musician and often strums on his guitar, honing his craft as a musician.

Talking about his favourite genres of music, the actor told IANS that he loves all forms of rock music. He said, “Classical rock, neo-classical rock, and other derivatives of rock, I absolutely love them. I also love electronic music, techno, and psychedelic trance because that's the kind of stuff that used to be big back in the day when I was growing up as a kid in Mumbai.” When asked to name his favourite guitarist, the actor thought for a few seconds before taking Pink Floyd rocker David Gilmour’s name, the man behind the iconic riffs of ‘Comfortably Numb’ and ‘Time’.

John Abraham-starrer geopolitical drama ‘The Diplomat’ to release on Jan 11, 2024

Bracing himself for another geo-political drama, actor John Abraham is geared up to star in his new film ‘The Diplomat’, which now has booked a release date of January 11, 2024.

Taking to his Instagram account, John Abraham posted the official poster of the film and captioned it: "Some wars are fought even outside the battlefield. Prepare for a new kind of a hero as the high-octane drama 'The Diplomat' gets a release date!!" He further mentioned: "The film will release globally on 11th January 2024. Based on an incredible true story, 'The Diplomat' is directed by Shivam Nair, produced by Tseries, JA Entertainment, Wakaoo Films, FortunePictures, Seeta films and is written by Ritesh Shah."

Nana Patekar to lend his voice to 'Gadar 2'

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, who is known for films such as 'Welcome', 'Natsamrat', 'Parinda', 'Taxi No. 9 2 11', will be heard in the upcoming film 'Gadar 2' which stars Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel in the lead. He will be giving the introduction of 'Gadar 2' to the moviegoers at the very start of the film. The anticipation for 'Gadar 2' increases as the release date draws closer. The film is a sequel to the 2001 blockbuster which clashed in theatres with the Aamir Khan-starrer 'Lagaan'. Both the films had a deep impact on Hindi cinema as both of them went on to become cult films with 'Lagaan' also making it to the Academy nominations where it lost to the Bosnian film 'No Man's Land'.

Rihanna breaks Spotify record; first female singer with 10 songs crossing billion streams

Rihanna broke the Spotify record recently by becoming the first female singer to have 10 songs crossing the mark of one billion streams. Having released her last album ‘Anti’ in 2016, the singer captioned a celebratory post on Instagram: “Bad Gal billi … / wit no new album… / lemme talk my s***.”

In British Vogue’s March issue, Rihanna opened up about the pressure she feels to

release new music after her "most brilliant” and “most cohesive album” 'Anti'. She said, quoted by 'People' magazine, ‘"There's this pressure that I put on myself. That if it's not better than that then it is not even worth it. It is toxic. It's not the right way to look at music because music is an outlet and a space to create, and you can create whatever. It doesn't have to even be on any scale. It just has to be something that feels good. It could just be a song that I like. It literally could be that simple".

Vishal Bhardwaj Releases Surprise Pilot Episode of Agatha Christie Adaptation

National award winning-director Vishal Bhardwaj is all set to make a comeback with an exciting new murder mystery web series. The series is based on renowned crime novelist Agatha Christie’s book, ‘The Sittaford Mystery.’

SonyLIV released a preview of the pilot episode on their Instagram today. The teaser featured a Ouija board and the ominous message of ‘Toofani Raat Mein Ek Qatal. Par Qatil Kaun? Koi Apna, Paraaya ya Unknown?’ – ‘A murder on a stormy night, but who is the murderer? Is it someone we trust, a stranger or an unknown figure?’ The teaser invites viewers to come to the aid of investigator Charlie Chopra by identifying clues and digging deeper into each character’s profile and alibi to help solve the mystery.

Konkona Sensharma on the Power of Subtlety in Film

It’s a pity Konkona Sensharma doesn’t direct more often, because when she does, we are treated to rich storytelling. In her second Hindi directorial venture, 'Lust Stories 2', the actor-filmmaker goes beyond the primary emotion of lust and addresses voyeurism, loneliness and class divide. “It’s nice to talk about things that aren’t regularly seen or spoken about,” she smiles.

The Mirror, her segment in the Netflix anthology, revolves around Tillotama Shome’s character, who discovers that her help—essayed by Amruta Subhash— regularly has sex in her apartment. Barring a few lovemaking scenes, the director makes clever use of a mirror, camera movements and objects in the room to imply the proceedings. “We needed to show some amount of sexual activity to put across some ideas. We planned [those scenes] in great detail—which angle the [camera will be in], and who is comfortable with what. [But] I don’t think it’s always powerful to show something upfront. Sometimes alluding to it [is more effective], like in the case of violence. Ideas can be powerful without their physical depiction,” states Sensharma.

I’d rather be a log of wood in a good director’s film Vijay Varma

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Vijay Varma is on a hot streak. In only a year, the actor shone bright in Darlings (2022), Dahaad and now Lust Stories 2. “I feel on top of the world,” he smiles, when we sit down to chat with him. The actor made waves this summer with his intense depiction of a serial killer in the widely acclaimed Dahaad, following it up with the Netflix anthology that dropped this weekend. Tell him he has come a long way since his breakout turn in Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy (2019), and he reflects, “There is so much content coming out every week, across

languages. When everyone stops to look at my show, it’s amazing. I finally feel seen. It feels like I’m moving in the right direction. While these may seem like dangerous stories, I want to continue doing them.” Unheard stories excite him. Varma’s second criterion is directors. He admits his good work is the result of finding like-minded filmmakers. “I’d rather be a log of wood in a good director’s film than be the lead in a movie made by a filmmaker I don’t admire. I am glad Sujoy Ghosh thought of me for The Devotion of Suspect X and Lust Stories 2. He is teaching me so much, including Bangla,” he laughs. While their segment in Lust Stories 2 received mixed reviews, the actor stands by the storytelling. “A short film is challenging because a lot of it is on paper, but there’s time constraint. It’s an actor’s job to internalise the character.”

Anil Kapoor on The Night Manager: 'I haven't seen my shots, I trust Sandeep completely'

The makers of the Disney+Hotstar 'The Night Manager' surprised the fans by dropping part 2 a day before its scheduled release date. After leaving the audiences on tenterhooks with the first part of 'The Night Manager,' Sandeep Modi is set to fascinate the audiences with the second part of one of the most-watched series of 2023. The series stars Anil Kapoor, Aditya Roy Kapur, and Sobhita Dhulipala in pivotal roles.

Ahead of the second part's release, Anil Kapoor said at the show’s recent press conference, "When Sandeep (creator of the show) okayed a shot, I never felt the need to go and check it. I trust his creative instinct. I haven't seen 99% of the shots."

Sandeep is accredited with giving massive successes like the Sushmita Sen-starrer 'Aarya' and 'The Night Manager - part 1. Netizens and media have already green-lit the show with positive reviews for part 2 and fans calling it a 'must watch', lauding the finale plot twist as an excellent finish. Meanwhile, actor Anil Kapoor, on Wednesday, hosted 'The Night Manager' team at his residence. He took to Instagram and shared a group picture with his co-stars Aditya Roy Kapur, Sobhita Dhulipala, Tillotama Shome, Ravi Behl, and director Sandeep Modi, at his house. The team can be seen posing with happy faces on the balcony with the lovely weather.

"Main taali bajati nahi..." : Sushmita Sen shares intriguing video of 'Taali'

On the last day of Pride Month, the makers of the upcoming series 'Taali' starring Sushmita Sen on Friday shared a video on social media. Taking to Instagram, Jio Cinema shared a video along with a caption, "Laakh gira de bijli mujhpe, mai toh satrang banu. #HappyPride. Featuring @sushmitasen47 as the remarkable @ shreegaurisawant in #TaaliOnJioCinema. Coming soon. Directed by @ravijadhavofficial. Created by @arjunsbaran & @kartiknishandar." The video showcased the intriguing glimpse of Gauri a.k.a Sushmita Sen's forehead, displaying pride, and bravery in her character as a trans person. Along with a motion poster, Sushmita was heard saying in the background, "Main taali bajati nahi bajwati hoon." 'Taali' is a biopic on transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant, with Sushmita essaying the lead role. The official streaming date of the series is still awaited. The actor dropped her first look from the series last year.

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New to America? Here’s Everything you Want to Know about July 4

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If you have just arrived in America, you may be seeing a flurry of activities like parades, fireworks, barbecues and cookouts in your neighborhood. While we all know that July 4, is the American Independence Day and marked with great honor and pride across the country, over the years some uniquely American traditions have gone on to make this holiday a fun, family affair. Here is everything that you may want to know about July 4 in the United States.

It’s important American history

The fourth of July honors the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. On this day, the United States officially became its own nation. American citizens traditionally celebrate this day as America’s birthday with festivals, parades, fireworks, barbecue. America gained its independence from Great Britain. During the early 1700s America comprised 13 Colonies that were established by the Brits.

American Colonies

During the early 1700s America comprised 13 Colonies that were established by the Brits. The colonies were -- New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. The first annual commemoration of Independence Day was marked on July 4, 1777, in Philadelphia.

Celebrations as we know it

The first ever President of the United States to celebrate July 4, Independence Day at the White House was Thomas Jefferson who marked the day in 1801. The celebration featured horse races, parades, food and drinks.

Federal Holiday

Although the 4th of July has been celebrated each year since 1776, it didn’t become a federal holiday until 1870. And it didn’t become a paid holiday for federal employees until 1941.

PM Modi to chair virtual SCO Summit with Shehbaz Sharif and Xi Jinping present

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the virtual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit on Tuesday, with his Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese President Xi Jinping in attendance.

Besides China and Pakistan, the virtual summit which will be attended by the other SCO member states including Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.

India currently holds the SCO Presidency.

Russian President Vladimir Putin will also be present at the summit. This will be his first appearance at an international forum after Russia crushed a coup attempt by the Wagner mercenary group late last month.

The meeting is expected to discuss key issues like terrorism, regional security and prosperity.

The theme of the SCO summit is ‘SECURE’ -- S: Security; E: Economic development; C: Connectivity; U: Unity; R: Respect for sovereignty and

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the virtual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit on Tuesday, with his Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese President Xi Jinping in attendance.

territorial integrity; E: Environmental protection.

Other than the member countries, Iran, Belarus and Mongolia have also been invited as Observer States.

According to the SCO tradition, Turkmenistan has also been invited as the guest of the Chair.

Indian Consulate In San Francisco Vandalised By ‘Khalistan Supporters’

New Delhi: The Indian consulate in San Francisco was allegedly vandalised by Khalistani separatists on Sunday, drawing sharp condemnation from the United States State Department.

“The US strongly condemns the reported vandalism and attempted arson against the Indian Consulate in San Francisco on Saturday. Vandalism or violence against diplomatic facilities or foreign diplomats in the US is a criminal offense,” said US State Department spokesperson

US condemns attack on Indian mission in San Francisco

Matthew Miller. The San Francisco Fire Department quickly extinguished the fire at the consulate. No major damage or injuries were reported while local, state, and federal authorities were notified, according to ANI. A video shared by San Francisco-based Diya TV shows the consulate on fire with the words “violence begets violence” superimposed on it. The video also showed newspaper clippings reporting the death of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a designated terrorist who headed

pro-Khalistan outfits Khalistan Tiger Force and the Canadian arm of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) and was shot dead in Canada last month.

The 46-year-old Nijjar was a native of Jalandhar and was accused of providing financial support to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), one of the oldest Canada-based Khalistani terror groups. The External Affairs Minister said that the Indian government will raise the issue of pro-Khalistan posters being part of a rally in Canada.

Centre Summons Canada Envoy Over Khalistan Supporters’ July 8 Rally Plan

Washington, July 3 (IANS) The US said it “strongly condemns” reported vandalism at the Indian consulate in San Francisco.

Details of the incident were apparently reported by a local television channel. “The US strongly condemns the reported vandalism and attempted arson against the Indian Consulate in San Francisco on Saturday,” said Mathew Miller, state department spokesman, in a tweet late Monday.

New Delhi: The Indian government on Monday summoned Canadian High Commissioner Cameron MacKayove over a rally planned by Khalistan supporters in Toronto on July 8.

A “freedom rally” has been called in Canada by pro-Khalistan supporters. The posters for the “freedom rally” carry threats to India’s envoy in Ottawa and Consul General in Toronto.

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Ben Stokes’ Epic Response to Australian Newspaper’s ‘Crybaby’ Label

The

West

Australian posted a

picture

of

Stokes

in nappies, with

‘Crybabies’

written in

big letters in the centre. “Poms take whingeing to new level with ‘cheating’ drivel” read another line from the paper. Reacting to the post, Stokes wrote: “That’s definitely not me, since when did I bowl with the new ball”.

Celebrating Ethnicity and Tradition: An Unwavering Passion for Promoting Gujarati Culture in America

My enduring passion has been to introduce and celebrate ethnic cultures and traditional mediums. Years ago, we envisioned a platform for Indian Americans to reconnect with their traditions left behind in their homeland. This dream was realized through Sandesh, a Gujarati newspaper that not only disseminated news, but also served as a window into a bygone era for a generation of Indian Americans. For a quarter of a century, Sandesh stirred nostalgia and offered the younger generation a glimpse into their roots, traditional festivals, and folk tales, existing now as a digital echo of the past.

In 2008, we expanded our initiative by launching Hi India, a weekly newspaper that swiftly became an essential resource for South Asia news and updates. Over 16 years, Hi India has maintained its journalistic integrity, standing as a beacon of truth, equity, and sovereignty. Beyond news, it has celebrated community achievements, brought in celebrity gossip, covered scientific advancements, and offered a platform for local leaders and activists.

Under the Hi India Entertainment banner, we’ve facilitated many of the most sought-after Indian celebrity shows and concerts in America. From our annual event featuring dandiya queen Falguni Pathak to Atul Purohit’s mesmerizing Garba concerts, our events have brought joy to the Indian American community in the US and Canada. With each passing year, we have brought to stage critically acclaimed Gujarati plays and music concerts featuring revered artists from ethnic entertainment.

Preserving and promoting Gujarati culture and language has been the driving force of my career. I’ve been instrumental in orchestrating a plethora of Gujarati plays, music concerts, and annual Navratri Garba in the US. I firmly believe that culture and language are best portrayed through creative arts, making them relatable rather than preachy.

This year, we’re taking our passion to another level with the International Gujarati Film Festival (IGFF). Gujarati cinema, traditionally known for its semi-urban/rural themes and historical narratives, is undergoing a transformative phase. The last five years have seen an evolution towards more urban-centric themes, modern sensibilities, and the advent of young talent in all aspects of filmmaking. The IGFF is our attempt to highlight this progressive change.

These passion-driven pursuits are inevitably capital intensive and require support. Our strategy to counterbalance these costs is to attract a larger audience, particularly from the Gujarati community. As we embark on this exciting new journey, we sincerely hope that the Gujarati American community will rise to the occasion and lend their support.

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hi INDiA has maintained its journalistic integrity, standing as a beacon of truth, equity, and sovereignty.

As we embark on this exciting new journey, we sincerely hope that the Gujarati American community will rise to the occasion and lend their support.

Supreme Court Upholds Affirmative Action In College Admissions

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WASHINGTON, DC- The Supreme Court recently made a significant decision regarding affirmative action in college admissions. In a ruling authored by Chief Justice John Roberts on behalf of the conservative majority, the Court declared that colleges and universities can no longer consider race as a specific basis for admission. This decision has raised concerns and questions about its implications for international students and first-generation immigrants. The ruling implies that race can no longer be used as a determining factor in the admission process for colleges and universities. Affirmative action programs, which were designed to address historical inequalities and promote diversity on campuses, have often taken race into account as a factor in admissions decisions. However, this ruling asserts that such programs lack measurable objectives to justify the consideration of race and may perpetuate racial stereotypes without a clear endpoint.

Regarding the impact on international

students, the ruling does not specifically target them. International students, who are typically individuals from foreign countries seeking education in the United States, often face a different set of admission criteria, including evaluating their academic achievements, language proficiency, and potential contributions to campus diversity. While the ruling

eliminates the consideration of race for domestic applicants, it does not directly affect the factors considered for international students.

First-generation immigrants, who are individuals born in a different country and are the first in their families to seek higher education in the United States, may be indirectly affected

Florida’s New Immigration Law Prompts Migrant Workers To Seek Alternatives

A new Florida law implemented on Saturday no longer recognizes driver's licenses issued to undocumented immigrants from other states. This law, part of a comprehensive immigration bill signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, has prompted protests and concerns about the future of immigrant workers in sectors like tourism, hospitality, and agriculture. The law also includes penalties for hiring or transporting undocumented migrants, potentially affecting family members, and requires hospitals receiving Medicaid funds to inquire about patients' immigration status. Governor DeSantis argues that the legislation is necessary due to perceived failures in securing the border by the Biden administration. However,

critics express fears of family separation and uncertainty among workers and employers in labor-intensive industries.

City Of Chicago Takes Urgent Measures To Tackle Severe Air Pollution Caused By Canadian Wildfire Smoke

CHICAGO, IL – Air quality conditions in Chicago remained “very unhealthy” for the second consecutive day due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency issued an updated Air Quality Alert, predicting “unhealthy” conditions statewide and “unhealthy conditions for sensitive groups” for the following day. The City of Chicago urged all residents, especially vulnerable populations, to take precautions and avoid outdoor activities. Measures were

by this ruling. If these individuals are domestic applicants, their racial background will no longer be a factor in admissions decisions. However, it is important to note that colleges and universities can still consider various other factors, such as socioeconomic status, personal experiences, and achievements, to promote diversity and inclusion on campus. Therefore, while the ruling eliminates the explicit consideration of race, it does not eliminate the opportunity for firstgeneration immigrants to be considered holistically in the admissions process. It is essential to recognize that the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action in college admissions has specific implications and limitations. The ruling applies to colleges and universities in the United States and pertains to the consideration of race as a specific basis for admission. However, institutions may still implement other diversity initiatives and consider a range of factors to achieve a diverse student body. It is advisable for international students and first-generation immigrants to consult with individual colleges and universities or relevant legal experts to understand how this ruling may impact their specific situations. Admission policies and practices may vary among institutions, and it is important to have accurate and up-to-date information when navigating the college application process.

Acharya Lokeshji Addressed JAINA Convention 2023 In USA

community centers.

The City also implemented various actions to minimize the impact, such as alerting relevant agencies and providing personal protective equipment. Mayor Brandon Johnson emphasized the need for vigilance and stated the importance of addressing the climate crisis and its impact on vulnerable communities.

Mayor Johnson urged cooperation in disseminating critical information and advised individuals to follow safety precautions, including wearing masks, staying indoors, and seeking medical attention if necessary.

FLORIDA- Jaina Convention 2023 was organized in Florida, USA, in the holy presence of HH Jain Acharya Dr. Lokeshji, Sadhvi Shilapiji –Sanghamitraji, Samani Kamal Pragyaji – Jin Pragyaji. The 4-day Jaina Convention is an important event held in America, organized once every two years by the Jain Federation of North America. Its purpose is to promote humanity, brotherhood, and highlight the scientific facts hidden in Jain texts. During his address on “Maximizing Human Potential: The Jain Way,” the eminent Jain Acharya Dr. Lokesh Muni emphasized that Jainism is a scientific religion based on the principles and philosophy of Bhagwan Mahavir. He described Bhagwan Mahavir as a scientist, psychologist, and spiritual leader. Just as scientists perform experiments in laboratories, Bhagwan Mahavir treated his own body as a laboratory. Through knowledge, meditation, and renunciation, he discovered truths over 2600 years ago, such as the circulation of words we speak in the environment and the existence of life in vegetation.

taken to protect vulnerable individuals, including moving public activities indoors and providing alternative locations such as public libraries and

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1000 Students, Mostly Gujarati Studying In The U.S. Face Risk Of Deportation

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Over 1,000 students, mostly Guajarati’s, who were studying in US universities are facing potential deportation by the FBI due to suspicions of gaining admission through fraudulent means. This development follows recent actions taken by the Mehsana Police, who booked 42 individuals in an IELTS scam, and the Cyber Cell, which arrested three people involved in manipulating various exams required for admission to postgraduate courses in US universities, including TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, and GRE. According to a top cybercrime source, the FBI has reached out to them regarding the potential deportation of more than 1,000 students from the US. It is expected that the FBI will arrive in the city within a few days to investigate further.

The three individuals arrested in connection with the scam are Maheshwara Cherla (Reddy), Chandrashekhar Karlapudi, and Sagar Hirani. Cherla and Karlapudi are from Andhra Pradesh but currently reside in Vadodara, while Hirani is from Mota Varachha in Surat.

The police have recovered several electronic devices, including laptops, CPUs, and mobile phones, from the accused. DCP Ajit Rajian of the Cyber Crime Cell stated that the accused individuals were highly educated. Cherla is pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science course, Hirani has completed his Bachelor of

Sheriff and Three Men Indicted in Bribery Scheme Involving LawEnforcement Badges

all 50 states without needing a permit. Additionally, Jenkins is accused of assisting Rahim in submitting a petition to restore his firearms rights in Culpeper County Circuit Court, falsely stating Rahim’s residence as Culpeper County.

Engineering and IT and works as a visa consultant, and Karlapudi holds a BTech degree. The accused used to charge Rs 70,000 from each student aspiring to study in the US.

The modus operandi involved Hirani taking pictures of the exam questions and sending them to Chandrashekhar alias

Rahul. Chandrashekhar would forward the questions to Maheshwara Reddy, who would provide the answers. Hirani would connect a Bluetooth keypad to the student’s laptop during the exam, enabling him to write the answers discreetly without being noticed by the examiner. The student would pretend to write the answers while Hirani assisted them. The accused operated this racket for approximately a year, booking hotel rooms to manipulate the exams. Maheshwara, a student himself, received online payments from students and provided answers for them at a rate of Rs 4,000 per student. Sagar Hirani, who had been living in Vadodara for about 20 years, worked as a visa consultant under the name “Voice Immigration” and charged Rs 15,000 to assist students aspiring to study in the US with TOEFL and GRE exams. He facilitated the appearance of 15 students in such exams. Chandrashekhar Karlapudi was responsible for setting up exam centers in various hotels, enabling over 400 students to appear in TOEFL and GRE exams over the past year.

Groundbreaking Legislation Empowers At-Risk Youth with Green Cards

Scott Howard Jenkins, 51, of Culpeper, accepted cash bribes (Photo courtesy: Culpeper County Sheriff's Office)

FAIRFAX, VA- An indictment was unsealed today in the Western District of Virginia, revealing charges against Culpeper County Sheriff Scott Howard Jenkins and three other Virginia men. They are accused of engaging in a conspiracy to exchange bribes for law enforcement badges and credentials. The indictment alleges that starting from at least April 2019, Sheriff Jenkins accepted cash bribes and campaign contributions amounting to at least $72,500 from individuals including Rick Tariq Rahim, Fredric Gumbinner, James Metcalf, and two undercover FBI agents. In exchange for the bribes, Sheriff Jenkins allegedly appointed the bribe payors as auxiliary deputy sheriffs, granting them the authority of sworn law enforcement officers. He also provided them with badges and identification cards from the Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office. Furthermore, it is claimed that Jenkins falsely informed or instructed the bribe payors that these law enforcement credentials allowed them to carry concealed firearms in

The charges against Sheriff Jenkins include one count of conspiracy, four counts of honest-services mail and wire fraud, and eight counts of federal programs bribery. Rahim is charged with one count of conspiracy, three counts of honest-services mail and wire fraud, and three counts of federal programs bribery. Gumbinner is charged with one count of conspiracy, one count of honest-services wire fraud, and two counts of federal programs bribery. Metcalf faces one count of conspiracy, one count of honest-services wire fraud, and two counts of federal programs bribery.

If convicted, each defendant could face a maximum penalty of five years in prison for the conspiracy charge, 20 years in prison for each count of honestservices mail and wire fraud, and 10 years in prison for each count of federal programs bribery. The defendants have made their initial court appearances today in the Western District of Virginia. The announcement was made by Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A. Polite, Jr. of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, U.S. Attorney Christopher Kavanaugh for the Western District of Virginia, and Special Agent in Charge Stanley M. Meador of the FBI Richmond Field Office. The FBI Richmond Field Office, Charlottesville Resident Agency is responsible for investigating the case.

WASHINGTON, DC – Democratic lawmakers have introduced a comprehensive and crucial bill designed to streamline the intricate process of obtaining green cards for vulnerable youth who are at risk of deportation. This proposed legislation, aptly named the “Green Card for Kids Act,” represents a significant step towards creating a pathway to permanent residency for young individuals who have endured harrowing experiences of abuse, neglect, or abandonment.

The primary objective of the “Green Card for Kids Act” is to simplify and expedite the green card application process for these vulnerable youth. By doing so, it seeks to provide them with a stable and secure future in the United States, shielding them from the imminent threat of deportation and offering a glimmer of hope in the face of adversity.

Under this proposed legislation, specific provisions would be established to

address the unique challenges faced by these young individuals. By acknowledging the circumstances of abuse, neglect, or abandonment that they have suffered, the bill aims to rectify the injustices inflicted upon them and provide a compassionate solution to their predicament. By streamlining the process, the bill intends to alleviate the burdensome bureaucratic hurdles that currently impede vulnerable youth from obtaining green cards. These unnecessary obstacles often exacerbate their already vulnerable situation, leaving them exposed to potential deportation despite their urgent need for protection and stability.

Furthermore, the “Green Card for Kids Act” underscores the humanitarian commitment of the Democratic lawmakers who introduced it. By recognizing the rights and needs of these young individuals, the bill seeks to demonstrate compassion and empathy towards those who have endured immense hardship and adversity.

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The three individuals arrested in connection with the scam are Maheshwara Cherla (Reddy), Chandrashekhar Karlapudi, and Sagar Hirani

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When it comes to maintaining gorgeous voluminous hair, models definitely know a thing or two. Considering Fashion Week is synonymous with multiple hairstyling sessions, late nights, and lots of coffee, you realise that their great hair is the result of some serious amazing hair care routine. Dyson India got on a candid chat backstage with a few models, during the Dyson x Arpita Mehta show, and they shared the hair care tips they swear by.

When it comes to maintaining gorgeous voluminous hair, models definitely know a thing or two. Considering Fashion Week is synonymous with multiple hairstyling sessions, late nights, and lots of coffee, you realise that their great hair is the result of some serious amazing hair care routine. Dyson India got on a candid chat backstage with a few models, during the Dyson x Arpita Mehta show, and they shared the hair care tips they swear by.

Investing in a high-quality hairbrush: Anita Kumar, one of the top models in India, shared,“Some hairbrushes are really damaging to the hair as they’re far too hard and can pull and break the hair, leaving split ends. Investing in a good hairbrush can help care for your tresses each day.”

The Dyson Paddle brush is designed for smoothing hair when drying and styling. With a weighted handle for balance, and air-cushion suspension for scalp comfort.

Using Coconut Oil:

The age-old coconut oil is super nourishing and ultra-hydrating for tresses that need life after excessive styling. Pallavi Singh shared that one of the most simple but effective tricks is to use coconut oil on the scalp and ends and tie your hair into a shower cap. Leave it on for thirty minutes and wash it off with a clarifying shampoo to transform your hair and add shine. Self-styling with the right tools with less heat damage:

As models go through extensive heat styling during fashion shows, they try to avoid using heat while self-styling. But, on days when they really need to get that lustrous curl for a date night or outing with friends, they prefer using the Dyson AirwrapTM Multi-styler which helps in styling the hair with no extra heat damage. And, it saves a lot of time as they get salon-like hair at home.

Letting your hair dry naturally:

Letting your hair dry naturally helps in reviving your hair. Nisha Yadav swears by not using hair sprays and using avocado or olive oil as a hydrating mask which helps give her hair a day off.

Saving your hair from

mechanical damage:

Our hair goes through mechanical damage which can’t be reversed. To avoid such damage, many models suggested using an old T-shirt or a micro-fibre towel to wrap your hair after a wash. Wet strands are much more fragile and prone to breakage and the harsh fibres of a towel can be too aggressive. They also suggested using a satin pillow cover to help improve the health and appearance of your hair. Satin pillowcases are smooth and slippery, which means they create less friction with your hair than traditional cotton pillowcases. This can help prevent hair breakage, tangles, and frizz, especially if you tend to move around a lot in your sleep.

Aries

Ganesha says thatthe stars of the people of Aries will be on high this week. At the beginning of the week, there can be long or short-distance travel in connection with career business. Those who are trying for their career or studies abroad, they can get to hear some good news.

Taurus

Ganesha says that the beginning of the week will prove to be auspicious for those people associated with Taurus who was wandering for livelihood for a long time. During this, they will get desired success in careers and businesses.

Gemini

Ganesha says that luck will be seen knocking at the doors of Gemini people this week. At the beginning of the week itself, you will get new opportunities for employment. However, during this time you will be in a state of confusion regarding which step to take and what decision to take.

Cancer

Ganesha says that this week will prove to be mixed for the Cancerians. This week, you will need to avoid both laziness and pride, otherwise, your ready-made work may get spoiled. Even the allies will not be able to help in dealing with it. At the beginning of the week, a dispute with a dear person will be a major cause of your concern.

Leo

Ganesha says that this week can be a little volatile for the people of Leo. This week, avoid taking any decisions by getting angry or getting carried away by emotions. At the beginning of the week, be very careful while investing money in any scheme or business and avoid leaving it in the hands of someone else.

Virgo

Ganesha says that the stars of luck for the natives of Virgo are seen to be on the rise this week. At the beginning of the week, you can get benefits and respect from any big decision or work done in the past. Due to the increase in enthusiasm and bravery, you will be able to complete the work stuck for a long

time.

Libra

Ganesha says that if the people of the Libra zodiac manage to manage their time and energy this week, then they will get more auspicious results than they expected. Since luck is with you at this time, you will see full support from all the family members at home and seniors and juniors at work.

Scorpio

Ganesha says thatthe people of the Scorpio zodiac will have to stop worrying and start thinking this week. At the beginning of the week, some problems will increase your anxiety, while help from close friends will be a big reason for relaxation. .

Sagittarius

Ganesha says that this week is auspicious and successful for the people of Sagittarius. This is the time to leave the fun and take advantage of the big opportunities that have come your way.

Capricorn

Ganesha says that the people of Capricorn will be called moderately fruitful this week. At the beginning of the week, the mind will be a little upset if the planned work is not completed on time.

Aquarius

Ganesha says that for the people of Aquarius, this week will sometimes be seen with happiness and sometimes with sorrow. If you have been waiting for a long time to get some position or important responsibility, then your wish can be fulfilled at the beginning of this week, but along with it some difficulties will also be associated with you because your opponents will try to confuse or mislead you.

Pisces

Ganesha says that this week is going to be very lucky for the people of Pisces. At the beginning of the week, any religious or auspicious program can be held at home. During this, the mind will be happy to meet a dear person after a long time. Disputes related to land-building will be resolved with the help of an influential person. If any matter related to power or government has been stuck for a long time, then you will get success in it this week.

Vitamin D supplements may prevent heart attacks in people over 60s: Study

other cardiovascular drugs at the start of the trial, but the researchers said these results were not statistically significant. Overall, the researchers calculated that 172 people would need to take monthly vitamin D supplements to prevent one major cardiovascular event. "This protective effect could be more marked in those taking statins or other cardiovascular drugs at baseline," said Rachel E Neale, Professor, from QIMR along with other researchers. The team suggested further evaluation to help to clarify this issue.

European agencies drop Covid aviation health safety protocol

Covid-19 health and safety measures for aviation were formally retired by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

Vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attacks among people aged over 60, finds a study.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a general term for conditions affecting the heart or blood vessels and is one of the main causes of death globally. CVD events such as heart attacks and strokes are set to increase as populations continue to age and chronic diseases become more common.

Published by The BMJ, the study of 21,315 people showed that the rate of major cardiovascular events was 9 per cent lower in the vitamin D compared with the placebo group (equivalent to 5.8 fewer events per 1,000 participants).

The rate of heart attack was 19 per

Vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attacks among people aged over 60, finds a study.

cent lower and the rate of coronary revascularisation was 11 per cent lower in the vitamin D group, but there was no difference in the rate of stroke between the two groups. Researchers including from QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, in Queensland, Australia said their findings suggest that vitamin D supplementation may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events. There was some indication of a stronger effect in those who were using statins or

"In the meantime, these findings suggest that vitamin D supplementation does not alter risk of cardiovascular disease are premature," they conclude. The trial was carried out from 2014 to 2020 and involved 21,315 Australians aged 60-84 who randomly received one capsule of either 60,000 IU vitamin D (10,662 participants) or placebo (10,653 participants) taken orally at the beginning of each month for up to 5 years.

During the trial, 1,336 participants experienced a major cardiovascular event (6.6 per cent in the placebo group and 6 per cent in the vitamin D group).

The researchers acknowledge that there may be a small underestimate of events and said the findings may not apply to other populations, particularly those where a higher proportion of people are vitamin D deficient. However, this was a large trial with extremely high retention and adherence, and almost complete data on cardiovascular events and mortality outcomes.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Triggers Air Quality Alerts for 120M+ Americans

More than 120 million people across more than a dozen US states from the Midwest to the East Coast are under air quality alerts, as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to sweep across the country. Canada is seeing its worst fire season on record as hundreds of blazes rage across the country, with more than 250 burning "out of control," according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre on Thursday.

As massive clouds of smoke drift into the US, air quality alerts have been issued for more than a dozen US states including New York, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Delaware and Maryland, according to the US National Weather Service (NWS).

As of Thursday morning, Washington D.C., Chicago and Detroit were among the cities with the worst air quality in the world, according to IQ Air's Air Quality Index.

More than a third of the US population is under air quality alerts, prompting officials to call on the public to take safety precautions just weeks after similar wildfire smoke blanketed the Northeast, said a report of CNN. The NWS has warned that, with no end

in sight to the Canadian wildfires, poor air quality is likely to continue. Officials are concerned that the smoke could hinder travels and lead to flight delays and cancellations for Americans during the July 4 holiday, Xinhua news agency reported.

Canadian wildfire smoke is causing hazy sky as far away as Europe. Health officials are urging those in the unhealthy or worse air quality categories to refrain from prolonged or heavy

exertion.

Wildfire smoke and ash can irritate eyes, nose, throat and lungs, making people cough or wheeze and can make it hard to breathe, according to the US CDC. The most effective way to protect from wildfire smoke is to stay indoors or limit time outdoors. This is especially important for those with heart or lung conditions who are at higher risk for adverse health effects, according to the CDC.

The Aviation Health Safety Protocol (AHSP) was issued by the two agencies in May 2020, and aimed to promote a harmonised approach to measures on curbing the spread of the virus, reports Xinhua news agency. The protocol also aimed to reduce disturbance to flight operations while ensuring safety for the European population, the ECDC said. The decision to retire the protocol was taken in the light of decreasing and stable trends regarding Covid-19 in the European Union (EU)/European Economic Area (EEA) since March 2023.

The World Health Organization (WHO) said on May 5 that "Covid-19 is now an established and ongoing health issue which no longer constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC)".

Diet soda sweetener may soon be declared cancer causing agent: Report

Aspartame, one of the most commonly used artificial sweeteners in foods and beverages, is soon likely to be declared as a cancer causing agent by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research arm, according to a media report.

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is expected to list aspartame, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas to Mars' Extra chewing gum, in July as "possibly carcinogenic to humans", as per a media report.

The ruling, reportedly finalised earlier this month, is based on all the published evidence against aspartame and also includes recommendations from the WHO’s expert committee on food additives, known as JECFA, as well as from national regulators.

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