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KAMPALA: Thousands of people have fled conflict-hit South Sudan to Uganda FRIDAY, following a recent clash JULY 22, 2016 1 E between the rival armies in capital R F Rahman has been in London ever Juba, a media report said on July since and also attends some BNP 20 citing the UN High Commisevents in Dhaka. sioner for Refugees.

The Bangladesh High Court At least 2,900 persons had directed the lower court concerned crossed into the neighbouring to issue conviction warrant against Uganda since July 15 in which FIRST THE90COMMUNITY www.hiindiaLive.com | EAST COAST EDITION | Volume MIDWEST EDITION Rahman.6 • Issue No. 368 JULY 22, 2016 more |than percent were women SHORT TAKES Since “convict Md Tarique Rahand children.

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s verdict acquitting the a money laundering case Rahman has been in London ever since and also attends some BNP events in Dhaka.

The Bangladesh High Court directed the lower court concerned to issue conviction warrant against Rahman.

Since “convict Md Tarique Rahman has been absconding” the sentence of imprisonment as awarded shall be executed after causing his arrest or when he surrenders before the trial court, it said, the Daily Star reported.

The laundered money Taka 20 crore will be kept within Bangladesh Bank until realisation of fine, it added. The High Court also ordered the ACC to take necessary steps in accordance with law to prosecute Md Moyazzam Hosen, Chairman of Hosaf Group, Khadiza Islam, Chairman of Nirman Construction, Mayer Sairee, and Marina Zaman who were the parties in the process of laundering money and aided the convicted persons in gaining the laundered money, Daily Star said.

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KAMPALA: Thousands of people have fled conflict-hit South Sudan to Uganda following a recent clash between the rival armies in capital Juba, a media report said on July 20 citing the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.

At least 2,900 persons had crossed into the neighbouring Uganda since July 15 in which more than 90 percent were women and children.

move appeal as he was a fugitive in inside pages Pakistan observes the‘Black eyeDay’ of law living in London on parole forPakistan eight ISLAMABAD: on Julyyears.

20 observed a “Black Day” to express Rahman, who faces trial for sever“solidarity” with the people of Kashwhere over 40was personsarrested have al mir,charges, on March 7, been killed in clashes with security 2007, during forces following the killing ofthe Hizbul Bangladesh state Burhan Wani. ofcommander emergency.

“Rallies and functions were held across Pakistan to draw attention In September 2008, after securing the world community towards a ofthebail from the Supreme Court, burning issue of Kashmir,” Dunya News reported.

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man has been absconding” the sentence of imprisonment as awarded shall be executed after causing his arrest or when he surrenders before the trial court, it said, the Daily Star reported.

The laundered money Taka 20 crore will be kept within Bangladesh Bank until realisation of fine, it added. The High Court also ordered the ACC to take necessary steps in accordance with law to prosecute Md Moyazzam Hosen, Chairman of Hosaf Group, Khadiza Islam, Chairman of Nirman Construction, Mayer Sairee, and Marina Zaman who were the parties in the process of laundering money and aided the convicted persons in gaining the laundered money, Daily Star said.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on July 20 observed a “Black Day” to express “solidarity” with the people of Kashmir, where over 40 persons have been killed in clashes with security SPECIAL forces following the killing of Hizbul REPORT commander Burhan Wani.

“Rallies and functions were held across Pakistan to draw attention of the world community towards the burning issue of Kashmir,” Dunya News reported. The Pakistani government had directed ministries, divisions and provincial governments to express solidarity with the Kashmiris

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Trump is Republican nominee Donald Trump sailed to the 1,237-delegate threshold, with his home state of New York putting him over the top IANS, CLEVELAND

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anhattan real estate mogul Donald Trump officially became the Republican Party’s presidential nominee on July 19 after a roll call vote overshadowed by dissent and apathy, media reports said.

Trump sailed to the 1,237-delegate threshold, with his home state of New York putting him over the top, Politico reported.

The results were declared on the second day of the Republican National Convention (RNC) here after Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., announced the 89 delegates that formally clinched the nomination.

“It is my honor to be able to throw Donald Trump over the top in the delegate count tonight with 89 delegates,” Donald Jr. said, surrounded by three of Trump’s other

BRIEFS: Panama to ask US to declassify files WASHINGTON: Panama has said it would ask the US government to declassify files pertaining to the December 1989 invasion in which a military action led to the capture of dictator Manuel Noriega for drug trafficking and left between 500 and 5,000 persons dead, the media reported on July 21.

The Panamanian government would submit the request on behalf of a special commission it launched to determine how many persons were killed, identify the victims and make a record of the human rights violations committed, Efe news reported.

Mateen was taunted for being Muslim WASHINGTON: Orlando gay nightclub shooter Omar Mateen, who killed 49 people in an attack last month, was subjected to taunting at his work place for being a Muslim, documents said.

While working as a security guard at the St Lucie county courthouse, Mateen was called "evil", a "towel head" and a member of a "blood sucking cult" by fellow security guards, International Business Times reported. The records — released on July 18 — revealed that Mateen, 29, had complained of being the victim of physical intimidation as well as religious and ethnic taunts.

children — Ivanka, Eric and Tiffany. “Congratulations Dad, we love you.” Donald Trump himself tweeted that it was a “great honor” and vowed not to let the country down, Politico added. “Such a great honor to be the Republican Nomi-

nee for President of the US,” he said. The business magnate’s official nomination is a new apex in the political outsider’s campaign to shake up Washington.

His White House bid began last June with a widely panned, ram-

WASHINGTON: At least twothirds of Americans oppose the immigration proposals by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, Gallup found in a poll.

Trump has made stemming the tide of illegals a campaign priority, saying he would build a wall on the border with Mexico and deport illegal immigrants if elected president.

The poll on July 20 showed that 66 percent of Americans oppose the idea of building a wall on the US-Mexico border, including 88 percent of Democrats, 66 percent of independents and 38 percent of Republicans.

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he US Secretary of State John Kerry on July 20 called on Turkey to present evidence that US-based Turkish cleric Fethullah Gulen was behind last week’s failed coup attempt.

“With respect to Mr. Gulen, we have consistently said to our friends in Turkey, our allies in Turkey, that we need evidence,” Xinhua quoted Kerry as saying at the Pledging Conference in Support of Iraq in Washington.

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added. More than 290 people, includes at least 190 civilians and 100 coup plotters, were killed in the coup attempt that swept Turkey on

July 15 night but was foiled by July 16 morning. The Turkish government claimed the failed coup was organized by Gulen’s followers and has sent official request to the US government for his extradition.

Kerry said he had asked his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu to send evidence about Gulen’s alleged involvement in the attempted coup, rather than “allegations”, adding that “we need to have evidence which we can then make a judgment about.”

The top US diplomat also said that the US supported the Turkish government’s putdown of the coup attempt.

bling speech in which he blasted Mexicans as “rapists” and pledged to build a wall on the southern border that Mexico will pay for, Politico noted. Donald Trump’s campaign has seemingly endured strife almost daily since its inception.

Republican leaders were slow to back his campaign and have continued to condemn his controversial rhetoric and actions. But his message has resonated with an overwhelming number of voters who have propelled him atop the Party.

Indiana Governor Mike Pence was also formally nominated as the Republican Party’s choice for Vice President. Particularly outraged with the result was the Washington, D.C., delegation, which held its convention in March and attempted to award 10 votes to former hopefuls Marco Rubio and nine to John Kasich.

Writer apologizes for copying Michelle WASHINGTON: An aide for Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump took responsibility for copying portions of First Lady Michelle Obama’s 2008 Melania Trump address for Melania Trump’s convention speech on July 18. A statement on July 20 by the campaign featured an apology from Meredith McIver and an offer of resignation. It added that her offer to resign was rejected.

Clinton promises reforms to end blacks’ fear of police IANS, WASHINGTON

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S Presumptive Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton promised on July 18 that if elected to the White House, she will promote reforms so that African Americans no longer fear the police, but also said she will make sure that anyone who attacks law enforcement officers is brought to justice.

“This madness has to stop,” Clinton said about the death of three police officers at the hands of an ex-marine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Sunday, 10 days after another five policemen lost their lives in a shooting in Dallas, Efe news reported. Clinton gave a

speech at the annual NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) Convention and dedicated her first

words to condemning the murders of police officers at Baton Rouge and to insist that the country has some “difficult, painful, essential

work ahead of us to repair the bonds between our police and communities”.

Killing a police officer is a “terrible crime”... and “as President I will bring the full weight of the law to bear in making sure those who kill police officers are brought to justice. There can be no justification. No looking the other way,” she told the NAACP gathering in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Though she said that guaranteeing police safety will be her priority as President, she acknowledged that many black Americans, like her audience at the convention, are also frustrated by the cases of African Americans being slain by law enforcement.

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‘Pak behind Kashmir unrest’ Union Home Monister Rajnath Singh squarely blames Pakistan for deterioration of the situation in the Valley IANS, NEW DELHI

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nion Home Minister Rajnath Singh on July 21 squarely blamed Pakistan for the present unrest in Jammu and Kashmir and also said the government will set up a panel to find an alternative to pellet guns used by security forces to control protesters in the Valley.

“There can be no denying the fact that our neighbor (Pakistan) is singularly responsible for the present deterioration of the situation in the state,” Singh said while replying to a short duration discussion in the Lok Sabha.

The terrorism that India is witnessing today is “Pakistan spon-

Mayawati abuse case: BSP calls off agitation

sored”, he said adding, that it was “created in the name of religion”.

“However, Pakistan has failed to keep itself united,” he said.

Singh denied that security forces were harsh while controlling protesting mobs in the Valley and hastened to add that personally he would always favor that minimum force is used to maintain control.

The minister admitted, “there could be some aberrations” in the form of high handedness by security forces. On use of lethal weapons and pellet bullets, which have caused large number of injuries, including eye wounds, the minister said the Home Ministry will soon set up an expert committee to explore “alternative” use of such weapons.

Over 40 people have died in clashes between protesting mobs and security forces in the Valley since July 8. Referring to former Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpay-

The terrorism that India is witnessing today is “Pakistan sponsored”, he said adding, that it was “created in the name of religion”. ee’s famous lines - “chingari ka khel khelna khatra hota hae (To play with fire is often dangerous), Singh sought to caution Pakistan on its

continued role to sponsor terrorism.

Singh also said the NDA government at the Centre is pursuing Vajpayee’s roadmap of “Kashmiriyat, Jamhooriyat and Insaniyat (Kashmiri spirit, democracy and humanity)” towards Kashmir but at the same time there is no room for “inhumanity and violence”.

The Home Minister maintained that the central government alone cannot bring peace in the troubletorn state and sought support from all quarters. He also named Hafiz Saeed and Syed Salahuddin — Pakistan-based terror heads — for fuelling tension in Jammu and Kashmir.

Defamation case: Rahul may face trial IANS, NEW DELHI

T LUCKNOW: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) workers called off their agitation here against former Uttar Pradesh BJP Vice-President Daya Shankar Singh for his abusive remarks against BSP chief Mayawati after police assured Singh’s arrest within the next 36 hours.

Lucknow’s District Magistrate Raj Shekhar met the agitated party workers and leaders and told them the police was looking for Singh after an FIR was lodged against him late on Wednesday night at the Hazratganj police station.

After a categorical and timebound assurance by authorities, BSP leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui announced the agitation was being called off.

The police conducted searches at about a dozen places to nab Daya Shankar Singh but met with no success.

Sources say Singh is holed up at some place in eastern Uttar Pradesh. Following the outrage over the statement, the BJP late night expelled Singh from the party for six years.

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh. (Photo: IANS)

he Supreme Court this week indicated that Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi will have to face trial in a defamation case filed by an RSS activist for allegedly accusing the organization of the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.

“You can’t make collective denunciation of an organization,” an apex court bench headed by Justice Dipak Misra said, adding that the

Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi.

case may be decided on merits whether Rahul Gandhi’s charge was for public good or not.

The Congress leader has so far maintained that his statement blaming the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) was based on a high court judgment and certain documents.

The apex court said that the statement was arguably made on the basis of a high court judgment but the case must be decided on merits.

RSS activist Rajesh Kunte had

filed the defamation suit in a Maharashtra court against Gandhi, who then moved the Supreme Court for quashing of the defamation proceedings. Hearing Gandhi’s plea, the apex court told Kunte that the purpose of the defamation law was not to promote litigation.

On November 26, 2015, in response to a suggestion by the top court, Rahul Gandhi had refused to settle the defamation case with the RSS functionary and to give the whole controversy a “decent burial.

Una incident: Parliament witnesses protests IANS, NEW DELHI

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he issue of Dalit unrest in Gujarat rocked Parliament this week as opposition members accused the government of being anti-Dalit.

Both houses saw protests from opposition parties, even as the Modi government made statements in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha stressing that the Gujarat government took appropriate action to tackle the situation. While the Rajya Sabha lost the entire day to protests and adjournments, the Lok Sabha witnessed an uproar but the issue did not lead to adjournments.

In the Lok Sabha, the highlight was a video clip that showed Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi dozing off when his party members

Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel visits victims of Una’s village at civil hospital in Rajkot. (Photo: IANS)

were protesting against the Home Minister’s response on the Dalit issue.

Congress President Sonia Gand-

hi, addressing the Congress parliamentary party on Wednesday morning had announced that the party would take up the matter.

In the Rajya Sabha as soon as the house met for the day, opposition members demanded a debate on the issue. Even as Deputy Chairman P.J. Kurien was scrutinizing the notices, opposition members trooped near the Chairman’s podium raising anti-government slogans.

Clarifications came from Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot who said the Gujarat government has taken action against the culprits.

The minister said an FIR has been registered and a probe was also underway. He also regretted the suicide by a Dalit, who was one of the five who consumed poison during protests in different parts of Gujarat. The minister added that the issue should not be “politicized”.

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Security forces keep strict vigil in Srinagar as curfew continues in Kashmir valley. (Photo: IANS)

ban exposes Kashmir strategy The ban on newspapers included snapping of cable TV and stoppage of private cellphone services

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hen a senior cabinet minister and government spokesperson in no ambiguous terms tells editors of Srinagarbased dailies to shut, the decision to gag the media amid heightened security restrictions in the Kashmir Valley cannot be “local”.

The minister, Naeem Akhtar — a former bureaucrat who is the education minister — had also explained on record why the newspapers were banned from publish-

ing their print editions.

He was quoted by at least two Delhi-based newspapers and an international wire service saying the “reluctant”, “undesirable” and “temporary” measure was to avoid “multiplication of tragedies” in the restive Kashmir Valley, facing an unprecedented bloody crisis following the July 8 killing of 22-yearold Hizbul Mujahideen militant commander Burhan Wani.

Akhtar said Kashmir’s angry youth “get surcharged due to certain projections in the media", causing more street protests and use

of force by security forces -- resulting in a vicious cycle of violence.

The ban on newspapers included snapping of cable TV — now resumed — and stoppage of private cellphone services as the government struggles to control the violent anger on the streets of the valley — under curfew for the 12th consecutive day on July 19.

For the third day in a row on July 19, people in the valley did not get newspapers due to the gag, imposed on July 16 morning.

The newspaper ban captured international headlines and the

news was widely reported by dailies across the world. For the international media, it became bigger than the bloodiest unrest seen in the valley. Sources close to Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti told IANS that "internationalisation of the Kashmir issue" prompted the state government to review the decision.

The Centre, according to the sources, also rebuked the state government over the media ban.

Mehbooba Mufti on July 18 afternoon called a meeting of her close aides and some senior cabinet colleagues, after “she realised the

mistake of banning the press and going public about it”, said an aide to the chief minister, privy to the meeting.

Mufti's political advisor Amitabh Mattoo, after the meeting, called almost all the Srinagarbased newspaper editors and publishers, “apologising” and asking them to resume publications. The government’s flip-flop and Mattoo being economical with the truth behind the ban has once again exposed how clueless the state government appears on the method to control the Kashmir crisis.

Sidhu likely to be AAP’s CM face in Punjab The political scenario in Punjab has changed ahead of the state assembly polls with cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu and his wife reported to be joining AAP JAIDEEP SARIN, CHANDIGARH

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n a day when AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal was seeking penance at the holiest of Sikh shrines, the Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar, a political drama was unfolding in New Delhi that could change the course of Punjab politics ahead of the state assembly elections.

The resignation of popular cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu from the Rajya Sabha less than three months after he was nominated to the Upper House of parliament by the BJP government at the Centre has opened up the political scenario in Punjab once

again. With a senior AAP leader confirming that Sidhu and his wife Navjot Kaur Sidhu — a Punjab BJP

legislator who is also the chief parliamentary secretary in the Punjab government — were all set to join

the Aam Aadmi Party before the assembly polls, the sudden resignation of the BJP MP has cleared a lot of things.

The AAP, which is posing a serious challenge to the ruling Shiromani Akali Dal and the opposition Congress in Punjab ahead of assembly polls, due nearly next year, could well be on course to crown Sidhu as its chief ministerial candidate.

The AAP’s confidence in Punjab is not misplaced. It was Punjab’s electorate which gave entry to the AAP in the Lok Sabha in the 2014 elections. The party won four Lok Sabha seats — all from Punjab, which has a total of 13 in the lower house. Sidhu, three-time Lok Sabha

member from Amritsar, had been slighted by the ruling dispensation in Punjab — the Shiromani Akali Dal and its alliance partner BJP — in the past few years.

The Sidhu couple has been critical of the Akali Dal-BJP alliance government in Punjab headed by the country’s oldest Chief Minister, Parkash Singh Badal. A popular JatSikh face, Sidhu paid the price of his run-ins with Punjab’s dominant Badal family. He had verbal duels with the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Badal and his powerful brother-in-law Bikram Majithia, who is the younger brother of Union Food Processing Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal.

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156 Indians return from war-hit South Sudan Over 300 Indians will continue to stay in South Sudan for their business interests IANS, NEW DELHI/THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

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total of 156 Indian nationals, including 46 from Kerala, were brought back to India from violence-hit South Sudan on July 15 on board a special IAF plane as part of ‘Operation Sankat Mochan’.

Among those rescued from the conflict zone were two Nepalese, seven women and three children.

The evacuated Indians came in an Indian Air Force (IAF) C-17 Globemaster heavy-lift aircraft that first landed at Thiruvananthapuram airport around 5 a.m. and then in Delhi at 10.45 a.m.

Of the 156,85 deplaned at Thiruvananthapuram and 71 landed at Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the evacuated Indians and congratulated Defense Minister Manohar Parrikar, the IAF, and the Railway Ministry for their effort.

He also congratulated External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Minister of State for External Affairs V.K. Singh, who led the operation.

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) made special arrangement for the onward journey of the persons belonging to Maharashtra, Uttar

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Short takes Khandelwal immensely proud to win Mr. World LONDON: Rohit Khandelwal from Hyderabad has become the first Indian to win the coveted title of Mr. World at the grand finale of the 2016 competition in Britain, defeating 47 participants from around the world.

The grand event was held on July 19 at Liverpool’s Southport Theatre.

Khandelwal, who looked dapper in a tuxedo created by couture designer Nivedita Saboo, received a whopping cash prize of $50,000 on winning the title. “I still can’t believe that I have won the Mr. World title. Being the first Indian ever to win this title internationally makes me immensely proud and ecstatic,” Khandelwal said.

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Indians evacuated from violence hit South Sudan arrive at Palam Airport in New Delhi, on July 15. (Photo: Bidesh Manna/IANS)

Pradesh, Kerala, Delhi, Chandigarh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal, Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh.

“We have been providing free AC third class tickets to the Indians evacuated from South Sudan to sent them their native states,” Deputy General Manager (IRCTC) Achyut Singh told IANS. Naveen, 34, one of those who returned here, told IANS that he could not come out of his home in Thongpiny area in Juba, the capital

of South Sudan, since Friday when he heard gunfire outside. “My neighbors residing there also faced the same situation and they are still stuck inside their homes. I heard news that the Indian government wanted to evacuate Indians from Juba. I approached the Indian embassy and have come back.”

Another Indian, Anil Kumar told reporters that firing had intensified in South Sudan early this week. “For almost five days there was heavy firing and it was then

that we decided to return. Yesterday it was a quiet day, that made our movement to the airport easy,” said Anil Kumar.

On arrival at Delhi, Singh said: “We’ve brought back 156 Indian nationals, of whom 85 deplaned at Thiruvananthapuram airport. I met Foreign Minister (Barnaba Marial Benjamin) and Vice President (Riek Machar) of South Sudan and they assured me of all possible help,” Singh told reporters after landing in the capital.

MELBOURNE: Worried over his permanent residency status in Australia, an Indian-origin man committed suicide in Melbourne last weekend, a media report said on July 19. In his mid-30s, Deepak Singh was found dead in his car on July 17, sbs.com.au reported.

“He told me he was worried because he couldn’t get a permanent residency in Australia due to change in rules,” Singh’s friend Jasvinder Sidhu was quoted as saying.

Singh, who arrived in Australia as an international student in 2008, got married to an Australian woman and was living on a temporary visa.

Alok Sharma appointed Jr. India’s start-up movement calling Minister in UK government IANS, NEW DELHI

LONDON: Indian-origin MP Alok Sharma has been appointed Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office with responsibility for Asia and the Pacific in Prime Minister Theresa May’s cabinet.

Following his appointment, the MP for Reading West said: “I am honored to have been appointed by the Prime Minister as Minister for Asia & the Pacific, hugely important parts of the world that are crucial for the UK’s prosperity and security.

“Britain is a truly great country and I will work tirelessly to ensure we continue to thrive and prosper on the world stage.

“I look forward to working closely with my new colleagues and my counterparts across Asia & the Pacific, with a particular focus on strengthening commercial ties, increasing investment opportunities

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in both directions and promoting human rights in the region,” he said, according to a British High Commission statement. Sharma will be reporting to the former Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, now the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs.

nion minister Nitin Gadkari on July 17 urged the Silicon Valley professionals of Indian-origin to participate in India’s Start-up Movement to help make it a success.

The government’s revolutionary policy initiatives have brought about a lot of positivity among the entrepreneurs across the globe and today India has the world’s third largest number of start-ups, said Gadkari, who is Road Transport and Highways and Shipping Minister.

He was addressing a series of meetings organized over the last two days by various outfits of professionals of Indian-origin based in Silicon Valley in Northern California state of the United States, said an official statement here.

Those he addressed included Global Indian Technology Professionals Association (GITPRO) and TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs) US Chapter.

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Union minister Nitin Gadkari urges of professionals of Indian-origin to bring their innovations and technological skills to India in key sectors The minister sought the participation of the Indian origin professionals of the Silicon Valley, so that

they could take advantage of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious policy initiative of “Ease of doing Business” and contribute to the success of “Make in India”.

He urged the professionals to bring their innovations and technologies to India in key sectors of the economy, particularly in the infrastructure sector like roads transport, highways and shipping as well as in the road safety programmes.

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Khaleda Zia’s son jailed The High Court overturned a trial court’s verdict acquitting the Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader in a money laundering case IANS, DHAKA

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angladeshi opposition leader and former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia’s elder son Tarique Rahman was on July 21 handed a seven-year imprisonment and fine in a money laundering case.

The High Court overturned a trial court’s verdict acquitting the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader in a Taka 20.41 crore money laundering case, bdnews24 reported.

The court also slapped a Taka 200 million fine on Rahman, who lives in London.

The bench of justices Enayetur Rahim and Amir Hossain gave its decision on Thursday on an appeal by the anti-graft body -- Anti Corruption Commission (ACC).

Rahman’s close business associate Giasuddin-Al-Mamun was also sentenced to seven years in prison and fined Taka 400 million, bdnews24 reported.

The ACC filed the case against Rahman and Mamun in October, 2009 for siphoning off the money to Singapore between 2003 and 2007.

Rahman’s lawyer Zainul Abedin denied that his client was involved in money laundering. He said the defence will scrutinise whether there was any chance of an appeal.

A pro-BNP lawyer, told The Daily Star that Rahman cannot

move appeal as he was a fugitive in the eye of law living in London on parole for eight years.

Rahman, who faces trial for several charges, was arrested on March 7, 2007, during the Bangladesh state of emergency.

In September 2008, after securing a bail from the Supreme Court, Rahman went to Britain citing medical reasons.

Rahman has been in London ever since and also attends some BNP events in Dhaka.

The Bangladesh High Court directed the lower court concerned to issue conviction warrant against Rahman.

Since “convict Md Tarique Rahman has been absconding” the sentence of imprisonment as awarded shall be executed after causing his arrest or when he surrenders before the trial court, it said, the Daily Star reported.

The laundered money Taka 20 crore will be kept within Bangladesh Bank until realisation of fine, it added. The High Court also ordered the ACC to take necessary steps in accordance with law to prosecute Md Moyazzam Hosen, Chairman of Hosaf Group, Khadiza Islam, Chairman of Nirman Construction, Mayer Sairee, and Marina Zaman who were the parties in the process of laundering money and aided the convicted persons in gaining the laundered money, Daily Star said.

SHORT TAKES Thousands of people flee South Sudan KAMPALA: Thousands of people have fled conflict-hit South Sudan to Uganda following a recent clash between the rival armies in capital Juba, a media report said on July 20 citing the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.

At least 2,900 persons had crossed into the neighbouring Uganda since July 15 in which more than 90 percent were women and children.

Pakistan observes ‘Black Day’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on July 20 observed a “Black Day” to express “solidarity” with the people of Kashmir, where over 40 persons have been killed in clashes with security forces following the killing of Hizbul commander Burhan Wani.

“Rallies and functions were held across Pakistan to draw attention of the world community towards the burning issue of Kashmir,” Dunya News reported. The Pakistani government had directed ministries, divisions and provincial governments to express solidarity with the Kashmiris

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More than a third of Nice victims were Muslim PARIS : At least 30 of the 84 victims killed in the attack in Nice were Muslim, the French Catholic daily La Croix said on July 19.

The newspaper added that 20 of those killed were of Tunisian nationality, the same as the truck driver Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel, who carried out the attack during the Bastille Day celebrations, Efe news reported.

Speaking to the newspaper, the imam of the city and president of the Union of Muslims of the Alpes-Maritimes, Otmane Aissaoui, confirmed the death toll belonging to the Muslim community.

One of the victims Bouhlel left

behind was Fatima Charrihi, a Moroccan of 62 and mother of 7 children, who was a frequent worshipper at the Rahma Mosque in Nice, where Aissaoui is a preacher.

Among the Muslim victims were children, such as Mehdi, 12, whose twin sister is still in a coma, or Kylian, 4, who came from Lyon with her mother Olfa to attend the fireworks show, both deceased.

Faced with possible reactions of hatred in neighbourhoods and schools, Aissaoui said that to defend coexistence against isolation it must be remembered that these people died together, regardless of their religion.

ver 100 Chinese Uighur Muslims have joined the Islamic State terrorist group owing to Beijing’s oppressive policies, including a ban on fasting during Ramadan or growing beards, a media report said on July 21.

The report rejects China’s claim that external forces were to be blamed for the Uighur groups joining the IS or for planning attacks on Chinese soil, which claimed hundreds of lives in recent years.

The report, based on the case studies of more than 3,500 foreign recruits in the IS that was leaked by a defector from the extremist orga-

nization, said these measures “could be a push factor driving people to leave the country and look elsewhere for a sense of belonging”. At least

114 of these foreign fighters were from Xinjiang, making it the region that sends the fifth highest number of recruits to the IS.

Erdogan declares state of emergency IANS, ANKARA

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urkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on July 20 declared state of emergency for three months following a failed coup attempt on July 15.

“In the national security council meeting, we decided to propose the government to declare state of emergency according to article 120 of the constitution. The cabinet has decided to declare state of emergency for three months,” Xinhua quoted Erdogan as saying after a cabinet meeting he chaired on July 20.

“This practice is not against

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democracy, law and freedom. In contrary, it’s for defending, extending and enhancing these values,” he

added. “Declaring state of emergency aims to take steps for eliminating the risk posed against our citizens’ rights and freedoms, democracy, state of law in our country, in the most efficient and rapid way,” Erdogan said. The president called on the nation not to worry, saying that they have taken necessary measures, including the economic ones.

The state of emergency will take into effect after approved at the parliament. The failed coup attempt, which began on July 15, was crushed the next day; at least 290 people, including more than 100 persons were killed, authorities said.

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Maharashtra’s ‘Nirbhaya case’ leads to uproar in assembly The Chief Minister announced that Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam would lead the trial and assured stringent action against the accused persons IANS, MUMBAI

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mid uproarious scenes in the Maharashtra assembly, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday made a detailed statement on the gangrape and murder of a schoolgirl which evoked memories of the gruesome December 2012 Delhi gangrape case, and assured stringent action against those responsible.

While the government rejected an adjournment motion sought to be moved by Leader of Opposition Radhakrishna Vikhe-Patil, of the Congress, in the assembly, protests were held in several parts of Maharashtra condemning the incident which occurred on July 13 in Kopardi village of Ahmednagar district.

In his statement in the assembly, Fadnavis announced that Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam would lead the trial and assured stringent action against the accused persons.

He also announced an aid of Rs 5

MUMBAI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis arrives during the monsoon session at Maharashtra Assembly in Mumbai on July 18. (Photo: IANS)

lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund and another Rs 3 lakh under the Manodhairya Scheme, besides allocating the case to a fast track court.

Senior Congress leader Narayan Rane and others demanded a debate in the legislative council, while senior Nationalist Congress Party leader Ajit Pawar sought a debate in the assembly. But the

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demands were rejected by the government, which said a discussion could be held on Tuesday.

“Compared to all such incidents, this case is very different and akin to the Nirbhaya case of Delhi. The manner in which the schoolgirl was gangraped and her body parts brutalised makes us shudder and shameful. Leave aside politics and give justice to her as if she was our

NEW DELHI: Advay Ramesh, a 14year-old student from Chennai, has won the prestigious Google Community Impact Award from Asia for creating a device that enhances fishermen’s safety and productivity, Google India announced on July 19.

Ramesh, a Class 10 student from Chennai’s National Public School, is also among 20 finalists shortlisted to compete for a $50,000 scholarship from Google.

daughter,” Pawar told Fadnavis.

Top opposition leaders squatted on the steps of the Vidhan Bhavan and shouted slogans against the government. Congress leader Nitesh Rane later said that Fadnavis can have dinner with Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray but has no time to visit the victim’s family.

Moving an adjournment motion in the Council, Leader of Opposi-

“Winning the Google Community Impact Award means a lot to me, it would help me learn more and develop my idea further,” Ramesh said in a statement.

Ramesh’s “FishErmen Lifeline Terminal (FELT)” hand-held terminal uses the Standard Position Services (SPS), an open service without encryption provided by the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System to enhance fishermen’s safety.

tion Dhananjay Munde said there is outrage in the minds of the people over the incident, but the government does not appear serious enough to address it.

“The Chief Minister and guardian minister have no time.

The Chief Minister is merely interested in protecting his colleagues and attempts are being to cover up the incident,” Munde said.

‘Goa pre-poll alliance decision in September’ PANAJI: A decision on a possible pre-poll alliance with other like-minded political parties in Goa will be taken only in September, state Congress President Luizinho Faleiro said on Monday.

“We will be able to tell by September 30 whether we want an alliance or not. I do not think any political party in Goa -- whether the

BJP, MGP (Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party) or any other party -- is talking of alliance. They are saying give us three months. I am also saying give us three months,” Faleiro told the media here. Faleiro refused to comment on statements by several Congress leaders for the formation of a “grand alliance” before the assembly polls likely in early 2017.

The Congress has eight legislators in the 40-member assembly in Goa. A majority of the Congress block units have ruled out the need for such a pre-poll tie-up ahead of the 2017 assembly elections.

Thirty eight blocks, party units at the assembly level, have already rejected the need for the pre-poll alliance.

Jayalalithaa asks Modi to resolve Thiruvalluvar statue issue IANS, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

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he Kerala government is to begin an insurance scheme for the over 2.5 million migrant labourers, mostly from West Bengal, Bihar and the northeast, who work in the state, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Monday.

“Even though there are rules in the state that all migrant labourers should register with the police station nearest to their residence, it’s not getting the desired results and hence we will soon introduce a

new insurance scheme and through this we will be able to get all the details of the migrant labourers who are in the state,” said Vijayan while replying to a calling attention motion moved by Congress legislator V.P. Sajeendran.

He said the last time a survey was undertaken to estimate the number of migrant labourers in the state was in 2013, and it was found that there were an estimated 2.5 million migrant labourers working in Kerala who came from various other states.

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amil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa on July 20 urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to urgently take up with the Uttarakhand government the issue of installation of a statue of Tamil sage poet Thiruvalluvar in Haridwar.

In a letter to Modi, the text of which was released to the media here, Jayalalithaa requested Modi to accord this issue the highest priority and prevail upon the Uttarakhand government to resolve the

matter at the earliest.

“It is learnt that the Thiruvalluvar statue is now lying in the Dam Kothi Guest House, Haridwar, in

an abandoned condition. The visuals of the statue in this condition beamed on television screens is causing outrage in Tamil Nadu,” Jayalalithaa said.

She said BJP’s Rajya Sabha member Tarun Vijay had proposed the installation of the statue of Thiruvalluvar at Haridwar, and he had offered to raise the funds for the purpose. Thiruvalluvar is a celebrated poet believed to have lived between 3rd Century BC and 1st Century BC. He wrote the most popular Tamil literary works ‘Thirukkural’.

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confident India under new coach Anil Kumble will be aiming to claim their third successive Test series when they take on an inexperienced West Indies side in the first game of the four-match Test rubber at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium here on Thursday.

India had won both their previous series in the Caribbean with a 10 margin (2006 and 2011) and the upcoming four Tests will give the Virat Kohli-led young side a brilliant opportunity to better that record.

Meanwhile, the hosts haven’t won a Test series against anyone other than Bangladesh or Zimbabwe, home or away, since August 2012 while India can bank on their 2-1 away win against Sri Lanka and 3-0 thrashing of South Africa at home late last year.

Going into the first Test, the Indians had a decent outing in both the warm-up games against the West Indies Cricket Board President’s XI side, with both the batsmen and bowlers spending ample time in the middle.

But it won’t be a cakewalk for the visitors as the track used for the practice games at St. Kitts was on

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Indian crickets during a preparatory camp ahead of West Indies tour at National Cricket Academy at Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru. (Photo: IANS)

the slower side but with some bounce, which helped the spinners from either side while the pacers had to be satisfied with the limited movement available.

From the time, Kohli took over the mantle of the Test team, India have mostly opted for a five-bowler strategy, a trend which is very likely to be continued in the first Test.

With Lokesh Rahul scoring a half century in each of the two games,

the opening slot will be an interesting contest between him and southpaw Shikhar Dhawan, who also fired a half ton while Murali Vijay is almost a certainty.

The middle order comprises of a more settled unit with Cheteshwar Pujara at one down, Kohli and his deputy Ajinkya Rahane at No. 4 and 5 with stumper Wriddhiman Saha at No.6. Rohit Sharma’s place in the playing XI depends on whether

India plans to play four or five bowlers.

The pace bowling department will be spearheaded by the seasoned Ishant Sharma and is likely to include Umesh Yadav and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

Mohammed Shami, who returned to competitive cricket recently may warm the bench for this fixture along with rookie Shardul Thakur.

LAUSANNE (SWITZERLAND: The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on July 21 rejected the Russian Olympic Committee’s appeal against the ban on its athletes from track and field competitions at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

“CAS rejects the claims/appeal of the Russian Olympic Committee and 68 Russian athletes,” the CAS said in a statement, reports TASS. The verdict will not let Russian athletes, except long jumper Darya Klishina, take part in the upcoming Olympics in Rio. CAS secretary Matthieu Reeb, following the court’s relevant ruling, said the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) had no right to enter its national field and track athletes for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Brazil.

The secretary general noted that the ROC could appeal the ruling in the Swiss Federal Court.

The executive board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will now take a final decision on the issue.

OBITUARY: MOHAMMAD SHAHID ( APRIL 14, 1960 — JULY 20, 2016 )

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ndia’s hockey legend Mohammad Shahid was known not just for his excellent dribbling skills, but also considered as one of the greatest players of all time.

The 56-year-old, who was battling kidney and liver problems, breathed his last on Wednesday at a Gurgaon hospital.

He was part of the Vasudevan Baskaran-led Indian team that clinched the gold medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics. The legend was battling for life after a bout of jaundice, and dengue made his condition worse.

Shahid, who was born in Varanasi, made his first appearance for India in 1979 at the Junior World Cup in France.

Shahid made his first senior team appearance the same year in a four-nation tournament in Kuala Lumpur under Baskaran, after his inclusion in the team following his impressive performance in the Aga Khan Cup. His skills and love for the game caught the eyes of his seniors and

coaches. It was said that on the hockey field, if he was one of the most feared one, off it he was the most humble and down to earth person.

During his playing days, besides his dribbling skills, Shahid was also known for his running ability and push which was as fast as a hard hit.

His attacking partnership on the field with Zafar Iqbal was known to one and all.

He was awarded the ‘Best Forward player’ at the 1980 Champions Trophy in Karachi.

He was a member of the team that won the gold at the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow, silver at the 1982 Asian Games and bronze at the 1986 Asian Games. His skill and ability

earned him a place in the Asian All-Star team in 1986. He also captained the Indian national team during the 1985-86 season.

He was also awarded the Arjuna Award in 1980-1981 and Padma Shri in 1986.

Later on, he became a sports officer with the Indian Railways in Varanasi.

He had been admitted to SSL Hospital at Banaras Hindu University with severe stomach pain on June 29. As his condition did not improve, he was airlifted from Varanasi and admitted to the Medanta Medicity hospital in Gurgaon earlier this month.

He is survived by his wife Parveen Shahid and twins Mohammad Saif and Heena Shahid.

Modi, Mamata express grief NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on July 20 morning expressed grief over the untimely death of hockey legend Mohammed Shahid and said that the country has lost a talented sportsman. Paying tributes to one of the best known hockey stars of the country, Modi said the government tried its best to save Shahid.

“In the untimely and unfortunate demise of Mohammed Shahid, India has lost a talented sportsman who played with immense passion & vigour,” he tweeted.

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‘Kabali’ frenzy spreads

Despite state government’s cap of Rs 120 on movie tickets, theatre owners have been selling ‘Kabali’ tickets at five times higher than the original price HARICHARAN PUDIPEDDI, CHENNAI

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ake hay while Rajinikanth shines!

This seems to be the mantra for theatre owners who are making a killing by selling “Kabali” tickets at exorbitant prices much to the disappointment of hardcore superstar fans.

With “Kabali” slated to release in over 4,000 screens worldwide on July 22, the demand for its tickets is unprecedented.

“Most theatres across the state (Tamil Nadu) have sold out tickets for the opening weekend. With the average ticket costing Rs 600, most ardent Rajinikanth fans are disappointed that they couldn’t afford the tickets on the first day,” trade analyst Trinath told IANS. Despite Tamil Nadu government’s cap of Rs 120 on movie tickets, theatre owners have been selling “Kabali” tickets at five times higher than the original price.

“We are used to paying Rs 120 for

movie tickets. But this sudden exponential increase in ticket price is very unfair. The prices vary according to the show timings. Early morning shows are sold at Rs 500-600 and the prices are slashed through the course of the day,” rues Santhosh Kumar, a second year college student.

Some fans are seething over

unavailability of tickets because they were allegedly sold in bulk to corporates.

“We don’t have issues with the ticket prices. It’s once in two or three years, you get a Thalaivar (Rajinikanth’s) film. If you can’t shell out Rs 1,000 for your matinee idol, then what kind of a fan are you,” asks Muralikrishna, a chartered

CHENNAI: Superstar Rajinikanthstarrer Tamil action drama “Kabali” will release on 306 screens in Kerala. According to a trade analyst, it’s the biggest release for a Tamil film in the state, fondly known as God’s Own Country.

“It’s the biggest release for a Tamil film. ‘Kabali’ is releasing on 306 screens in Kerala,” trade analyst Trinath told IANS. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal is releasing the film in Kerala.

“On par with Tamil Nadu, there’s unprecedented demand for tickets in Kerala. The opening weekend tickets are sold out,” he said.

Directed by Pa. Ranjith, the film also stars Radhika Apte, Kishore, Dinesh, Kalaiarasan, Dhansikaa, Ritwika and Winston Chao.

Rajinikanth plays a don who fights for Tamils in Malaysia in the film.

accountant.

Although most theatres give preference to fan club members, this year they seem to have favoured companies.

“Across major multiplexes, tickets on the first day were booked by corporates. Some of these companies booked in bulk even before the online booking started. I somehow managed to get a ticket through a friend.

“But when I tried to book five tickets for my family just minutes after online bookings opened, it didn’t even go through,” said Muralikrishna.

A theatre owner, on condition of anonymity, said the tickets were being sold at such high prices because of the high investment involved. “The Chengalpet area rights of ‘Kabali’ were bought for a whopping Rs 18 crore. In order to make profits, the film should collect over Rs 30 crore. If the tickets are sold at Rs 120, it’s impossible to recover the investment in the first few days,” he said.

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ctor Jagapathi Babu, who is currently shooting with Tamil superstar Vijay in a yet-untitled upcoming Tamil drama, believes the experience of working on big-ticket films teaches him more about life.

“When I work on these big projects, I get to meet great human beings. This is where I’m learning

more than anywhere else. By working with a big star, I learn how to behave and stay grounded. Experiences such as these make me a better human being,” Jagapathi said.

Busy with over half a dozen projects across southern indistries, Jagapathi plays the antagonist in the Vijay-starrer. Directed by Bharathan, the film also stars Keerthy Suresh, Aparna Vinod and Daniel Balaji.

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ctress Samantha Ruth Prabhu says the reason she hasn’t signed any project since the beginning of the year is that she wants her next film to be even more special than her recent outings “Theri”, “24” and “A...Aa”.

Samantha, during a chat with her fans on Twitter, was asked why she hasn’t signed any new film.

She responded: “Because I want my next movie to be even more special than ‘Theri’ than ‘24’ than ‘A...Aa’. And that’s very, very difficult.”

Having already had four releases

this year, including “Theri”, “24”, “Brahmotsavam” and “A...Aa”,

Samantha now awaits the release of Telugu actioner “Janatha Garage”.

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cclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan attributes his success to how he “told lies well”. He says becoming a successful director depends on how good a cheater one is.

“Cinema is always telling lies and how you convince people. I will attribute my success because I told lies quite well and was able to convince the audience,” the 59year-old film director told IANS. Priyadarshan, who hails from here, but is settled in Chennai was in the capital city to finish the dubbing of his upcoming Mohanlal starrer “Oppam”.

The 91-film-old director said that this is the first time in his career he is making a crime thriller.

The movie will see Mohanlal in the role of a blind man who is a witness in a murder and if he does not prove his innocence, he would become the accused.

“The thread of the story came from a youngster and when I felt that I am yet to do a crime thriller, I decided to put pen to paper and wrote the story, screenplay and directed the film. The film is slated for release during the Onam festival season in September,” said the

National Award winner.

He said that it is after a while that he has been able to do a film without any personal problems.

He also said his personal problems led to his previous film not performing as was expected.

“When there is disharmony in the family, it affects the creativity.

Now I feel I have peace at heart and wish my new attempt in canning a crime thriller will do well,” Priyadarshan said, without elaborating on the problems he was facing. In 2014, Priyadarshan and his wife Lissy decided to end their marriage.

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Rajinikanth’s ‘Kabali’ opens to packed houses There is no monster manoeuvre to grab attention in the Rajnikanth-starrer which is his most thoughtful and sensible work in a long time SUBHASH K. JHA, MUMBAI

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he Rajinikanth-starrer “Kabali” opened to packed houses in India on July 22 with millions of the actor’s fans making beelines outside cinema halls to watch the long-awaited film. The gangster drama released in nearly 5,000 screens worldwide. In the US, distribution company CineGalaxy, which had released “Theri” and “24” earlier this year, will release “Kabali” in 400 screens.

The tickets for “Kabali” were sold well before the release of the film, which kept millions of the Rajni-devotees awake to watch it as early as 5 a.m., when the screens came alive in states like Kerala, where it released across 306 screens. When the film was over, many felt it was worth it to keep awake.

The earliest show in Chennai started around 4 a.m. For the first show in the city, hardcore superstar fans assembled outside cinema halls even before midnight to celebrate the release of the film.

In other parts of Tamil Nadu such as Madurai, the first show of “Kabali” started around 3 a.m. In the opening weekend in the city, the film reportedly will have over 300 shows across theaters.

Although the Tamil movie super star is not known to have endorsed any product or service but the fren-

zy of brands and corporates associating with “Kabali” seems to throw up a new concept in brand promotion, said a brand consultant.

“It is a clever way of riding on the excitement of a big movie starring a very big hero who has not endorsed any product or service,” Brand Comm, a brand consulting company, told IANS over phone from Bengaluru.

AirAsia, the official airline partner for “Kabali” announced ‘Fly like a Superstar’ promotion, while telecom company Bharti Airtel launched “Kabali” exclusive products and services. These include special “Kabali” recharge packs with unlimited 2G internet, “Kabali” Hello Tunes and new “Kabali” branded SIM packs.

From “Kabali” mobile cases to

coffee mugs and posters, Coveritup — a company that churns out high quality mobile phone cases — has partnered with the makers of the movie for exclusive merchandise roll-out.

Rajikanth’s presence in “Kabali” is like the Second Coming. He is

no less than God for his fans. And since his last two films under-performed the Rajni-devotees are determined to see this one swish past all skeptical readings of a career that scoffs at all attempts a rational understanding. So does he, or doesn’t he in “Kabali”? That’s the question. The answer is clearly blowing in the wind as the megastar, the Thalaiva huffs and puffs and mows down all opposition to

his overpowering altruism. He is larger-than-life-and his introductory sequence is a thesis on screenheroism-and yet determined to be in-sync with a more real persona than he routinely plays. Unsure of how Rajni’s fans would react to a completely made-over mega-star, director Pa Ranjith finds a middle ground of narration.

“Kabali” is sometimes gritty, often times giddy. The narration is simultaneously realistic and over-the-top. There is no monster manoeuvre to grab attention in “Kabali”, which is Rajnikanth’s most thoughtful and sensible work in a long time.

For those who came away from his last two films feeling cheated and betrayed “Kabali” is ample compensation, and then some more.

But be warned. The over-gimmicky stylized Rajinikanth is now a thing of the past. The Thalaiva has matured. And so should his fans.

AirAsia, the official airline partner for “Kabali”, has announced ‘Fly like a Superstar’ promotional offer.

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Hope ‘M Cream’ opens debate on marijuana law: Director The film by Agneya Singh traces the road journey by a group of rebellious friends to the mountains in Himachal Pradesh in pursuit of marijuana

marijuana is a crucial component of the film, the film is actually a story revolving around another drug named M Cream, a mythical magical variant of the drug hashish.

The film traces this road journey by a group of rebellious friends, to the mountains in Himachal Pradesh in pursuit of this drug. Agneya added: “Of course the film is not just about marijuana or drugs, but I do hope that it’s able to open a debate within the society because I think there is a generational shift, I think a lot of young people want the drug to be legalized due to its benefits and the fact that it’s not the same thing as cocaine or heroin.”

“That’s something that the older generation, the government and the health authorities need to know about,” the director said.

Another recent release ‘Udta Punjab’ had drugs as an important component. ‘M Cream’, which has won numerous awards in international festivals, is produced by Vindhya Singh under the banner Agniputra Films.

released, we made a personal representation to the then Information and Broadcasting Minister. She expressed her helplessness with the

Film Certification Board as the provision of revisional powers vested in the Government were struck down by the Supreme Court,” he said.

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irector Agneya Singh of upcoming film ‘M Cream’ hopes that the movie, which has marijuana as an important element, opens the debate regarding legalization of marijuana in India.

“Marijuana is not even a drug, it’s a herb. It has been used in Indian culture for hundreds of years. In fact, India had opposed the US-led UN convention to ban marijuana in the 50s,” Singh said.

“US has decriminalized marijuana, so many countries in Europe are allowing people to smoke it, there is so much medical proof and evidence about the therapeutic benefits of marijuana and cannabis,” the director said in an interview. “So I think it is very hypocritical that here in India, where we have actually the

Filmmaker Agneya Singh and actress Ira Dubey during the special screening of film ‘M Cream’ in Mumbai on July 13. (Photo: IANS)

best hashish and marijuana in the world, we have not legalised it or decriminalized it at least. So I do hope that the film is able to open that debate,” Agneya added. While

There’s no ‘Udta Goa’, Goa MP cautions film makers IANS, NEW DELHI

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xaggerated depiction of Goa in movies as a hub for drug addiction could end up projecting the coastal state as ‘Udta Goa’, Congress MP Shantaram Naik told the Rajya Sabha on July 20.

“Goa should not become ‘Udta Goa’. Some Hindi movies have depicted Goa in exaggerated form by depicting imaginary stories... The

Producer wanted big star for ‘Jolly LLB 2’ MUMBAI: Actor Arshad Warsi says for “Jolly LLB 2”, the sequel to his hit movie “Jolly LLB”, the producers wanted a “bigger star” than him and so they have chosen Akshay Kumar.

While he admits he is a tad bothered, but believes that for the movie makers, casting a star like Bollywood’s ‘khiladi’ is less of a risk.

The movie, to be directed by Subhash Kapoor, is produced by Fox Star Studios.

Asked why he is not doing the “Jolly LLB” sequel, Arshad told IANS: “I am not doing it... Akshay is doing it. I was supposed to do it, but Fox Star Studios needed a bigger star, so they chose Akshay.”

issue has to be seen with a balanced approach between freedom of expression and freedom of to depict the drugs use prevailing in the society,” Naik said with an obvious reference to the Shahid Kapoor-starrer film “Udta Punjab”.

Naik also said that worries about the improper projection of Goa in cinema were also raised when ‘Dum Maro Dum’ was released a few years back. “When Hindi movie ‘Dum Maro Dum’ was about to be

BRIEFS Anupam remembers Garry Marshall MUMBAI: Veteran actor Anupam Kher has remembered late Hollywood filmmaker Garry Marshall and said he had the “privilege” to meet him.

Anupam shared a photograph of himself with “The Princess Diaries” director, who died on Tuesday.

“Had the privilege of meeting director Garry Marshall in LA. He spread happiness like his movies did. Will miss him,” Anupam tweeted on Thursday.

A memorial is being planned for Marshall’s birth anniversary on November 13. The filmmaker, who died aged 81 has helmed some of the famous TV sitcoms like the hit 1970s series “Happy Days” and directed the evergreen romantic drama film “Pretty Woman”.

Naseeruddin Shah impressed with son MUMBAI: Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah is impressed with his son Imaad’s performance in the film “M Cream”, which is all set to hit the screens on July 22.

“It’s a very interesting, different and youth-oriented movie. I feel that it will catch the pulse of the youngsters, who show interest in these kinds of elements. There is a good proportion of such people. The music is very good and the performances are very good,” Naseeruddin Shah told IANS. Imaad, who has been seen in films such as “Dil Dosti Etc”, “Little Zizou” “The Reluctant Fundamentalist”, “404” among others, plays the role of a Delhi boy in “M Cream”. Naseeruddin says that he liked his son’s performance in the film. “I would obviously like it, he is my son. Let’s see what the public will say as that’s what matters. My blessings are with the film,” he said.

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top right here. Veteran filmmaker Indra Kumar who never grew up — at least, his cinema didn’t — has the golden solution to the epidemic problem of rape in this country... masturbation.

In a sequence that must have ranked as a highlight while scripting, a man stops a car in the middle of nowhere, orders the heroes to pleasure themselves at gunpoint...

Not just once, but thrice. Exhausted and satiated, our three protagonists protest at the very thought of any more self-service.

Satisfied the man with the gun shouts for his daughter: “You can get in the car with them now. They will drive you to the next village without harming you.”

Women, we can assume, are safe

Film: “Great Grand Masti”; Director: Indra Kumar; Starring: Ritesh Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani Urvashi Rautela; Rating: 0

as long as men use their hands for more than a handshake. But who is going to save mankind from a catastrophe like “Great Grand Masti”?

Early in the film a woman visits Dr. Riteish Deshmukh (yes, he actu-

ally has a job beyond ogling and selfpleasuring) with her husband who has been bitten by a bee in his genitals. “Doc, could you do something so that the swelling remains?” she bats her eyelids coyly. Deshmukh

looks stricken and swallows hard.

Maybe he is thinking of what his children would think when they are old enough to watch the “Masti” series. Can children disown their fathers?).

“Great Grand Masti” has strangely been certified by the censor board for ‘Adults Only’. It’s one of the most infantile sex comedies in the hoary history of the genre in Indian cinema. The witless gags make you gag.

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uperstar Salman Khan, who is basking in the success of his latest film “Sultan”, will now be seen in a Marathi film “Chhatrapati Shivaji” which is being produced by Riteish Deshmukh.

“I am doing a Marathi film ‘...Shivaji’ with Riteish Deshmukh. It’s a good five to six days of shoot and Riteish is producing the film,” Salman told reporters in a group interview.

“I forced myself into the movie and to know what I am doing in the film, you will have to watch it,” he added.

Riteish along with his actress wife’s production banner Mumbai Film Com-

pany will be producing the film. When asked will his mother Salma Khan help him to learn Marathi, Salman said: “No, I think the dialogue writer and Riteish will help me out because my mother’s Marathi is a mix of Marathi, Hindi and English.” To be directed by Ravi Jadhav, “Chhatrapati Shivaji” will see Riteish portraying the iconic Maratha warrior in the film.

kills Pakistani Hrithik ‘taken aback’ by Brother model-cum-actor Pooja Hegde’s ‘courage’ P

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ctor Hrithik Roshan says he was “taken aback” by the courage of actress Pooja Hegde, who is set to make her Bollywood debut with filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker’s film “Mohenjo Daro”.

Pooja was recently unveiled and introduced to the media by Hrithik at an event which was attended by the entire cast and crew of the film, including Oscar-winning music director A.R.

Rahman. Pooja, a former beauty pageant contestant, has worked in the Telugu films “Oka Laila Kosam” and “Mukunda”. On Hrithik’s own admission, he was surprised to see the confidence and courage in Pooja the first day they met for a shoot for the film.

“I was taken aback by her courage.

I have shot with many stars, but when she looked into my eyes the courage and purity in her struck me,” he said.

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Asked if she plans to direct a film anytime soon, Kalki told IANS: “No, I have no (such) plans right now. I don’t think that I would be directing a film anytime soon.”

The “Shaitan” actress, who was in Bengaluru last week to pick the Draw of Lots for the Kingfisher Ultra Bangalore Derby 2016, says she doesn’t “really plan what happens next.”

opular Pakistani social media celebrity Qandeel Baloch, also a model and actor, became the latest victim of “honor killing” when her brother strangled her, police said on July 16.

Qandeel, known for posting bold videos and statements on Facebook, was killed by her own brother three days ago, the Dawn newspaper reported.

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BY A STAFF WRITER HICAGO, IL -- The Federation of Gujarati Associations of North America (FOGANA) held the 36th Midwest Regional Cultural event of Raas, Garba, and Folk dance competition on July 9 at Copernicus Center (Gateway Theater) located at 5216 W Lawrence Ave in Chicago.

The event was hosted by Gujarati Samaj Chicago and featured performances by over 266 participants. The program was attended by over 1000 people, including chief guest Chhota Patel and Guests of Honor Dr. Bharat Barai and Dr. Umang Patel.

FOGANA was founded in 1980 with the goal of bringing all Gujarati people living in North America closer by promoting a common platform to sustain and perpetuate the cultural heritage of Gujarat, India.

The primary activity of FOGANA has been focused on preserving and enhancing Gujarati Raas-Garba-Folk Dances while engaging the younger generation in efforts to preserving and spreading their heritage.

Nirisha Shah, joint cultural secretary of Gujarati Samaj Chicago, welcomed the sponsors, judges, choreographers, managers, participants and volunteers. She said this was a day of great anticipation and wonderful dreams, and a day to celebrate Gujarat’s rich heritage and culture.

She also reviewed the basic rules and guidelines for the attendees to ensure the event went smoothly and efficiently. She further remarked that the goal was to make the program a successful experience that will stay in memory forever.

FOGANA Master of Ceremonies (MC) for the third time was Bharti Desai who has previously won awards in the FOGANA competition. As MC, she kept the crowd both engaged and excited throughout almost seven hours of the nonstop entertainment.

The event began with the traditional Mangal Deep lighting ceremony by Chhota Patel, Dr. Bharat Barai, and Suryakant Patel, each with their respective families. A prayer dance by Nrutya Kalashree Dance Academy followed with the song title Mangalastakam, choreographed by Guru Toral Chaudhari.

Toral Chaudhari was also one of the performers of the prayer dance. The second prayer dance was performed by Mudra Dance Academy with the song title Shree Ganeshay Dheemahi, choreographed by Guru Kshama Shah.

Suryakant Patel, GSC president, gave a brief history and highlights of Gujarati Samaj Chicago, founded in 1976 by Jayantilal Mashar. This marked the sixth time Gujarati Samaj Chicago had the honor of hosting this event. He thanked all the past presidents, Board of Trustees, volunteers, generous donors and current and past sponsors.

A message from Midwest Regional FOGANA chairman Mukesh Shah spoke about adoption of the FOGANA constitution 36 years ago. He said that activities like the Raas-Garba folk dances were the best possible medium to engage the younger generation in our culture and heritage in the foreign land.

“Our heritage will always survive with the miracle medicine of FOGANA. Our

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All past presidents were awarded for being the pillars in the formation and growth of Gujarati Samaj Chicago in appreciation of thier outstanding and dedicated work. Jawahar Sheth, Mr. Chandrakant Patel, Mr. Deven Parikh, Mr. Manu Shah, Mr. Bharat Acharya, Mrs. Vanleela Amin, Mr. Avinash Desai, Mr. Nikunj Baxi, Mr. Girish Kothari, Mr. Mukesh Shah, Mr. Suryakant Patel and Mrs. Urvashi Patel.

background and our land of origin are within us”, he said.

The message from the FOGANA steering committee was read out by chairperson Urvashi Patel and vicechairperson Sandhya Shah. Introduction of guests Chhota Patel, Dr. Bharat Barai and Dr. Umang Patel was performed by Suryakant Patel & Jayesh Parikh (GSC general secretary and FOGANA chief coordinator).

Introduction of judges Bharti Jobanputra (Canada), Alka Patel (NJ), Geeta Shah (VA), Pranjal Katwala (Washington DC), Payal Jariwala (MA) was performed by Mukesh Shah, Midwest FOGANA chairman.

In all, 18 dances were performed as part of the FOGANA dance completion.

Participants were from Illinois, Michigan and Texas. Overall, 266 participants competed in Raas, Garba, and Folk dance within four different categories which included Minor, Junior, Senior and Adult.

The following were the teams in these four categories: Minor Raas by Srujan Dance (Illinois) and Sur Sangam (Texas); Minor Garba

by Gurjari of Chicago (Illinois); Minor Folk Dance by Gunjan Group of Chicago (Illinois), Nartan Group of Detroit (Michigan) and Gujarati Samaj Chicago (Illinois); Junior Raas by Srujan Dance (Illinois) and Sur Sangam (Texas); Junior Garba by Gurjari of Chicago (Illinois); Junior Folk Dance by Sur Sangam (Texas); Senior Garba by Sur Sangam (Texas); Senior Folk Dance by Nartan Group of Detroit (Michigan); Adult Raas by Gujarati Samaj Chicago (Illinois) and Sur Sangam (Texas); Adult Garba by Gurjari of Chicago (Illinois); and Adult Folk Dance by Nartan Group of Detroit (Michigan) and Sur Sangam (Texas).

The winning teams in the four categories were as follows: Minor Garba Gurjari of Chicago (Illinois) first prize, Minor Raas Srujan Dance (Illinois) second prize, Minor Raas Sur Sangam (Texas) first prize, Minor Folk Dance Gunjan Group Chicago third prize, Minor Folk Dance Gujarati Samaj Chicago (Illinois) second prize, Minor Folk Dance Nartan Group of Detroit (Michigan) first prize and Minor Best Choreographer Raksha Dave.

1st prize winner Nartan group of Detroit, MI

1st Prize winner Minor Garba Gurjari of Chicago (Illinois)

Junior Garba Gurjari of Chicago (Illinois) first prize, Junior Raas Srujan Dance (Illinois) second prize, Junior Raas Sur Sangam (Texas) first prize, Junior Folk Dance Sur Sangam (Texas) second prize, Junior Folk Dance Nartan Group of Detroit (Michigan) first prize, Junior Best Choreographer Induben Mongrola and Sunita Narayana and Minor Best costume Raksha Dave.

Senior Garba Sur Sangam (Texas) first prize, Senior Folk Dance Nartan Group of Detroit (Michigan) first prize, Senior Best Choreographer Raksha Dave and Minor

Best costume Indu Mongrola.

Adult Garba Gurjari of Chicago (Illinois) first prize, Adult Raas Gujarati Samaj Chicago (Illinois) second prize, Adult Raas Sur Sangam (Texas) first prize, Adult Folk Dance Sur Sangam (Texas) second prize, Adult Folk Dance - 2 Nartan Group of Detroit (Michigan) first prize, Adult Best Choreographer Raksha Dave, Adult Best costume Neha Patel, New Choreographer Sunita Narayana and New Choreographer Vrushank Shah and Sonam Mehta.

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Contd. from Page 1 At the end of all performances, chief coordinator Jayesh Parikh remarked: “FOGANA fosters dreams to help take its performers to new heights. FOGANA gives its participants self-confidence, motivation, a life time of friendships, and a spirit of comradeship by creating a huge network of friends.

“We hope to continue to foster the dreams that FOGANA can nurture.

For sure, we would like to see many more individuals and teams participating in this competition in order to help keep the roots of our culture deeper and stronger.”

“Gujarati community is perceived by America as an asset and a model, dynamic ethnic group. The end result, we all feel that a whole new generation of secure, informed and authoritative ambassadors where Gujarati heritage and its values are concerned”, he said.

Dr. Bharat Barai said that in his personal communications with the past 4 American Presidents, he learned that they all highly value India as successful diaspora primarily due to rich family value, hard work and the importance of education.

“This type of cultural program infuses values of tradition and culture. He wished success to all participants now and in their future endeavours”, he remarked.

Chhota Patel, prominent community leader, emphasized family values and importance of all generation of household to bind together and communicate for betterment of family unit. He congratulated entire organization of Gujrat Samaj for working diligently to put together such a mammoth event.

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“Most of us are aware of the hard work and struggle faced by Indians who came to USA for a better life and economic progress. It was due to our urge to forge a social and emotional linkage amongst people of Indian origin and to keep our traditions alive”, he said.

Said Dr. Umang Patel, also a prominent community leader: “FOGANA provides a platform for interactions among the persons of Indian origin. Such programs promote Indian culture among the new generation and bring about the feeling of oneness.

As part of the program, the following community leaders and event guests were presented with appreciation awards: 4 Chhota Patel: Shri Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Award .This award was initiated by Gujarati Samaj Chicago and is awarded at an event like FOGANA once or twice every decade.

4 Dr. Bharat Barai, M.D.: Appreciation award for his long outstanding support and service to the Gujarati community.

4 Dr. Umang Patel, M.D.: Appreciation award for his long outstanding support and service to the Gujarati community.

4 All past presidents were awarded for the pillars in the formation and growth of Gujarati Samaj Chicago. They were Jayantilal Mashar, Babu Contractor, Arvind Modi, Bhupen Shah, Sarad Patel, Jashwant Sheth, Jawahar Sheth, Chandrakant Patel, Deven Parikh, Manu Shah, Bharat Acharya, Vanleela Amin, Avinash Desai, Nikunj Baxi, Girish Kothari, Mukesh Shah, Suryakant Patel and Urvashi Patel.

In addition to the above individuals, Suryakant Patel, Amit Desai (past GSC

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Board Member) and Bharti Desai (program MC) were also presented with awards in appreciation for their outstanding and dedicated work for flawless execution of the 36th Midwest Regional Fogana Raas, Garba and Folk Dance Competition.

Sponsors of event were Chhota Patel (Grand Sponsor), Dr. Bharat Barai (Diamond Sponsor) and Dr. Umang Patel and Avinash Desai (Gold Sponsors).

Serving on the FOGANA Midwest regional council are Mukesh N. Shah, Chicago (chairman), Kanu Patel, Cleveland (vice chairman), Devanshu Dave, Detroit (secretary), Dhaval Ghiya, Cleveland (treasurer) and Dolat Desai (trustee).

Kamlesh Shah, GSC vice president, was also instrumental in smooth execution of the FOGANA event by undertaking the responsibility of hospitality for all of the

out-of-state team participants and their guests; organizing the welcome party at Best Western Hotel; and handling of the auditorium that included sound, lighting and the coordination of various teams.

His previous FOGANA experience was a guiding tool for the rest of the board members and the volunteers.

The program closing remarks were performed by Dr. Manish Pandya, GSC cultural secretary who thanked all participants, acknowledging the time and dedication require to prepare for the FOGANA competition.

Dr. Pandya initiated a round of applause to thank the committee members of the Gujarati Samaj of Chicago for their efforts in making the show possible closing with the phrase “we will we will raas you”.

America Welcomes ‘Rustom’ Akshay Kumar!

Naperville Indian Community Outreach hosts 2016 India Day Parade & Celebration on Sun Aug 14th, 5 pm at Napervill Central High School, 440 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL 60540. Call Krishna Bansal 630-995-0235

Starz Entertainment presents Gurdas Maan live in concert on Fri Aug 12th8:30 pm at Copernicus Center, 5216 W. Lawrence Ave, Chicago. Tkts: $29m $39, $49, $59, $79, VIP & VVIP. Call Savi Singh 847-630-4916

Veggie Fest 2016 on Sat July 23rd- Tues July 26th- 2:30 pm at Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, 4045 N Naperville Rd, Lisle, IL 60532. Call: 630-9551200

BY A STAFF WRITER EW YORK, NY-Akshay Kumar and ZEE Studios unveiled the trailer and the first song of his movie ‘Rustom’. During this event Akshay Kumar, who plays the role of a Parsi naval officer Rustom Pavri in his upcoming film, met and had lunch with the Parsi community of America and Canada. During the event, the community felicitated him with Farvahar, one of the symbols of Zoroastrianism.

The “Rustom” actor tweeted a photo, in which he is seen holding the Faravahar pendant.

“Blessed to receive this Faravahar from the Zoroastrian community in New

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York and New Jersey! Thank you for your wishes for ‘Rustom’,” Akshay posted on Twitter along with the photo.

Neeraj Pandey’s ‘Rustom’ starring Akshay Kumar, Ileana D’Cruz and Esha Gupta produced by ZEE Studios, KriArj Entertainment and Friday Filmworks, in association with CAPE OF GOOD FILMS, set in 1959 is inspired by real life incidents. ‘Rustom’ is a gripping tale about Pride, Passion and Power, and a man who must uphold his own integrity and that of the nation. Akshay Kumar’s romantic thriller ‘Rustom’ to release on the weekend of India’s Independence Day 2016; 12th August 2016

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3 Indian singers take Chicagoans by storm

BY A STAFF WRITER HICAGO, IL -- Studio Elite presented three highly- acclaimed Bollywood singers--Palak Muchhala, Javed Ali and Pulash Muchhala--on July 15 at Copernicus Theater located on 5216 W. Lawrence, Chicago, IL. A band of eight fine musicians, who were flown in from India, added great value to the musical extravaganza featuring live orchestra for traditional and classical Bollywood music.

It was a night of high-voltage entertainment, glitz, and glamour. The vibrant concert proved to be a treat for music lovers of all ages in Chicago. They were clapping, singing, dancing, and enjoying throughout the concert at a venue boasting 15-feet-by-28-feet media screens.

The program commenced with foottapping numbers by Kuvar Virk, a popular and sensational Bollywood singer hailing from Delhi.

This was followed by young vibrant Palak Muchhal’s performance. She moved to Mumbai from Indore and rose quickly in the Bollywood arena. She attributed this to help from Salman Khan. She wowed the crowd by singing a variety of songs from past and present along with singing of garba and inviting active audience participation on stage.

In a unique style, she sang 15 consecutive bridged one-liners from popular evergreen nostalgic songs. Due to her philanthropic devotion, across India and abroad, Palak has raised funds for poor children who need financial assistance for the medical treatment.

Just like his sister, Palash Muchhal was also born into a Maheshwari Marwari family in Indore. Palash is the youngest music composer/director in Bollywood (India), having entered his name in the golden book of world records as the youngest music composer of Bollywood.

He has also performed in TV shows like Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega and

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Sikh speaker Rajinder Singh Mago at Dallas Police Memorial

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Amrish Mahajan with Bollywood singers, Palak Muchhal, Javed Ali, Pulash Muchhal and Kuvar Virk (Local Promoter Studio Elite)

Shabhaash India where Muchhal played the keyboard with his head, chin and knee. He entertained crowd by singing some popular numbers like Gulabi Ankhe Jo Teri Dekhi, Arere Maito Gay Gaya dil se, Barish to Bijali Hai etc.

As of May 2013, the siblings have raised funds totalling Rs 25 million ($390,000) through their charity shows which has helped to save lives of 885 children suffering from heart ailments.

The microphone was commanded by distinguished Javed Ali who is a very well appreciated, prolific Indian playback singer & live performer.

He is widely regarded as the Versatile Golden Voice of all time in Bollywood. He is a very gifted singer, to sing in different genres of music. He started singing at his early age of 4 years from his father Ustad Hamid Hussain.

Javed came in touch with Oscar Winner music composer the great A.R Rahman in 2008 & under his music direction, he sang the beautiful soulful track called ‘Jashn-eBahara’ in the epic film ‘Jodha Akbar’.

Besides other super hits, Javed started performing live with his band all over the world & also performed in A.R Rahman’s world tour.

Currently, Javed Ali is singing in 16 different Indian languages for various films & for all leading actors.

In 2012, he was the presenter/host of the very popular singing reality show Zee TV SaReGaMaPa 2012. His role as the host received immense popularity among the worldwide audience of Zee TV. His famous tunes in Chicago stage included Aja Mere Kwaja, Padharo Hamere Desh Me, Naino Ke and other Sufi hits.

Representatives of Elite studio thanked organizers, promoters, singers, musicians and everyone to attend the memorable event.

Amrish Mahajan thanked all the sponsors, including Studio Elite, an elegant boutique on NE Corner of Devon and Rockwell, located in heart of The India Town. The performers were outstanding & they left the audience spellbound for 4 hours. The international promoter of this event was Mr. Vijay Taneja of elite Bollywood has been entertaining South East Asian community worldwide.

Minister lists Modi-led India’s achievements

BY A STAFF WRITER HICAGO, IL -- India’s Union Minister of Urban Development, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Venkaiah Naidu, enthralled Indian Diaspora with his unparalleled oratory at Donald J Stephens Convention Center in Chicago on July 2.

The grand community outreach event was organized by Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP)-USA and the minister was visiting Chicago to attend the biannual convention of American Telugu Association (ATA) as the chief guest.

While addressing the Indian Diaspora, Naidu talked about the achievements accomplished in the last two years by Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government as per his vision and numerous initiatives.

He said that the continued unprecedented growth rate of 7.8 % GDP, lowest inflation rate in years, largest amount of foreign investment is unparalleled in India’s independent history. This growth has been propelled by initiatives and decisions aimed at bringing a “connectivity revolution” in India.

He also spoke passionately about the

BY A STAFF WRITER ISLE, IL -- In the light of the tragic events of the past weeks, the AfricanAmerican, Islamic community, Sikh Americans community and the Du Page County Chiefs of Police Association joined together to remember the lives of the civilians and Dallas police officers who were recently killed.

The event attended by some 200 people was held on July 16 at Benedictine University in Lisle Illinois, a suburb of Chicago.

The purpose of the event was to foster better understanding between minority groups and law enforcement to build a stronger, safer and just community.

Together, community members and officials socialized, held a moment of silence, prayed and shared their thoughts on the battles we face today along with interludes of appropriate musical numbers. Community and law enforcement joined arms on the stage to symbolize unity.

Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts affiliated with Islamic Center of Naperville rendered pledge of allegiance.

About a dozen Sikh American community members attended the memorial. Roger Singh Chawla CPA, president of Chawla & Associates of Naperville was introduced as a member of the Du Page Diversity Committee.

Rajinder Singh Mago of Sikh Religious Society, Palatine was one of the speakers from the stage and spoke about equality and social justice as an essence of Sikh faith.

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India’s Union Minister of Urban Development, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, M Venkaiah Naidu (second from left), at a community outreach event organized recently by Overseas Friends of BJP-USA in Chicago.

executive style leadership of Modi. Now, the entire world is looking towards India because, the world is inspired by Modi’ leadership and vision. Not just the US but also the rest of the world see Modi as the 3 Ds: decisive, dynamic and development.

Naidu highlighted government’s schemes to create wealth for the most marginalized communities in India,

including schemes to create a social security style insurance plan, a farmers insurance program which insures their crops at 350 rupees and in a case of drought or cyclone of 25,000 rupees per acre per year.

He also talked about a small business scheme Mudra Bank for giving loans to ordinary people specifically to women vendors and auto and taxi drivers to expand their businesses.

Summer picnic by Gandhi Samaj

BY A STAFF WRITER HICAGO, IL -- Gandhi Samaj of Chicago celebrated its 32nd Annual Summer picnic recently with fun, games, social and great food.

The summer picnic attended by 300 people was the first event of the year after last year’s Diwali program and the excitement could be felt in the air as families mingled, laughed, and played games with each other.

The morning breakfast consisted of traditional fafda, jalebi, chilly and chutney.

Tea was sponsored by the Rajnikant/Kumud Bharucha family and prepared by Saroj Ghayal.

Next, the games for adults and kids kicked off with popular musical chair and lemon spoon race, supervised by Roma Bhagat, Hiren Ghayal and Hiral Gandhi, from the games committee.

Lunch this year was even more special, with all of the entrees cooked on site with the help of caterer Sankalp restaurant. They cooked Eggplant potato curry (shaak), okra tomato vegetable, and masala chicken.

Soft drinks were served courtesy of Neil/ Roma Bhagat and Manahar/Meenaben Gajjar family. Toys for kids were provided by Jayesh/ Kusum Pastakia.

It is one of the oldest Indian communities from south Gujarat which was started in 1984 by a few families. Today, Gandhi Samaj of Chicago has over 300 families throughout the Chicagoland area and is growing strong each year.

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community news VHIA’s fundraiser for a noble cause

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BY A STAFF WRITER ERMON HILLS, IL -- The Vernon Hills Indian Association (VHIA) hosted a fundraiser event to support Akshaya Patra Charitable Foundation on July 9 at India Bhawan Restaurant in Palatine, IL. The event featured an excellent musical performance by Sheena Dwivedi & Rajesh Chalam who transformed the mood of many and that led the audience to an era of oldies music.

Some of the guests of honors included Mayor of Vernon Hills Roger Byrne, US Congressman Bob Dold, US Senator Office Mark Kirk, Lake County State

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Anshul Bindal receiving a recognition from U.S. Senator Mark Kirk Office

Attorney Mike Nerheim, FIA president

Mr. Sunil Shah, and many more special guests.

Anshul Bindal, president of the association, thanked all supporters for making the show a great success and for contributing to the charitable foundation thru touching lives of many children.

He said: “We look forward to continuously giving back to the community and supporting initiatives that makes a difference in the world in which we live.

“Our next event is the summer celebration picnic to be held on August 14 and hope to network with the community and members. Special thanks to the board for their support”, he said.

Adbhut Entertainment’s unique musical show

BY A STAFF WRITER HICAGO, IL – Gurmeet Singh Dhalwan’s Adbhut Entertainment, in collaboration with Radio Spice Box, presents a unique musical program, ‘Aaya Sawan Jhoom ke--Musical Sawan 2016 Saregama Orchestra’ on July 30 at Yellow Box (Community Christian Church), 1635 Emerson Ln, Naperville, 60540.

Adbhut Entertainment, a company that organizes entertainment shows in the US, has ambitious plans to organise shows that provide the aspiring singers a platform to exhibit their talent and proficiency in different genres of Indian music.

The perspective is to uphold the pride and dignity of great Indian Music. The music in these shows will surely make the audience mesmerised and spellbound.

Gurmeet is a US resident originally from Delhi, India. He is the founder of Adbhut Entertainment, whose goal is to provide an outlet for Indian talent and to help motivate aspiring singers and musicians to cultivate, embrace and honor Indian music.

“Music helps us to forget our worries and transform ourselves into another realm that lets us express ourselves freely”, says Gurmeet, who has been involved in music since 1995.

He has learnt to play various instruments like the harmonium and tabla practicing Indian classical raagas. Other forms of music that he is fond of are light music, classical music and ghazals, just to name a few.

His attachment to music is very

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‘Aaya Sawan Jhoom Ke’ team

Gurmeet Singh Dhalwan

apparent by the number of shows and numerous concerts he sponsors like ‘Surmai Shaam 2’ (Schaumburg, IL) and ‘Ganga Putra’ (New Delhi,India) and

many more other upcoming extravaganzas.

This does not complete his goals in the entertainment industry. He is also working on opening a new Indian online radio station for the Chicago community.

Gurmeet also actively participates in community building organizations.

He is currently the 2nd vice president of the Chicago Indo-US Lions Club International, a non-profit organization that helps the less fortunate residents of the local and international community.

Apart from being in the entertainment industry, Gurmeet also owns Jyoti Enterprises LLC (general merchandise wholesale company) a business that he has been a part of for over 14 years.

For more information visit: www. adbhutentertainment.com or Call Gurmeet Singh Dhalwan 414-429-5313

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Ratha Yatra celebrated in Jagannatha Temple

BY A STAFF WRITER URORA, IL -- Hundreds of devotees celebrated Ratha Yatra of Lord Jagannatha at Shree Jagannatha Temple of Greater Chicago, Aurora, IL on July 9.

As people from many Indian communities gathered at the temple, all rituals were completed in the temple and four deities--Lord Sudarshan, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Jagannatha--were carried by devotees to a beautifully-decorated chariot in a colorful procession known as ‘Dhadi Pahandi’.

All the deities were installed on the chariot, Chera Pahanra was performed

by Pradip Nayak and devotees offered coconuts, fruits to the deities on the chariot.

It is believed that by seeing Lord Jagannath on the chariot, one gets rid of the cycle of rebirth. After all rituals were performed, ecstatic devotees pulled the chariot which rolled on the road with the devotees singing, dancing, and playing traditional instruments such as Ghanta, Gini, Mridanga etc.

As per tradition, the Ratha Yatra festival is about Lord Jagannath along with brother and sister going on a sojourn to his aunt’s house and return after 10 days. He comes out of his main temple to meet and bless all his devotees, irrespective of color, cast, and creed.

The whole festival has great cultural significance of love and respect to elders, protection to women in the family and society, unity in diversity, and social equality. Shree Jagannath culture based on ‘Sanatan Dharma’ is being followed since time immemorial at Srikhetra, Puri Dham in Odisha, India.

Sri Jagannath Society of Greater Chicago is a non-profit religious and philanthropic organization. It is working hard to practice and promote this precious culture in greater Chicago area for the last 10 years.

This was the 11th Ratha Yatra celebration, said Mr. Neel Nanda, one of the board members. The society is open to all having interest in Lord Jagannath and its culture to join and support the noble cause.

SJSGC performs various types of philanthropic activities in areas like natural calamity, food drive, back to school drive and orphanage also celebrate variety of events including daily Sunday puja. Throughout the oriya calendar all festivals are celebrated in its own unique way.

Jagannath-Dharma is a compendium of, probably,all existing and possible facets of spirituality. Its autonomous richness combines and absorbs within its fold across cultures.

More information is available at www.srijagannathchicago.org.

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(L-R) Board of VHIA, Darshan, Kishti, Murali, Arun, Anshul, Rootvij, FIA President Sunil Shah, Noopur & Mithliesh.

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‘Selfie Elbow’ waiting to afflict Indians Like tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow, an addiction to selfie-taking can cause a pain in your primary pic-snapping elbow IANS, NEW DELHI

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f you were left in shock after reading recent reports that ‘Selfie Elbow’ is a new medical condition, be warned, as the condition can catch up fast with those Indian youth who are obsessed with clicking self-portraits to impress their friends on social media, experts say.

Although India is yet to know about many “Selfie Elbow” patients, the selfie obsession is here to stay.

Recently, award-winning US journalist and NBC’s ‘Today Show’ host Hoda Kotb was diagnosed with this new lifestyle condition.

Like tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow, an addiction to selfie-taking can cause a pain in your primary pic-snapping elbow and the day is

not too far when you will lead to functions hear or read about an getting degraded.

Indian teenager “A working Clicking too spotted with this person suffermany selfies condition, experts ing from this will affect upper say. might have “Selfie taking to take off limb, elbow and is emerging as an for a few shoulder muscles avid sport in weeks as which which everyone c l i c k i n g automatically will can participate too many lead to functions and share self-porselfies is a getting degraded traits with the major health world. And like any hazard,” added other sport, it too has Dr. Nishchal its share of injuries,” Dr. Chugh, Director (Joint Dhananjay Gupta, Director Replacement) at Saroj Super (Bone and Joints) at Fortis Flt Lt. Specialty Hospital.

Rajan Dhall Hospital, told IANS. In Kotb’s case, her doctor recomClicking too many selfies will mended icing her elbow and ceraffect upper limb, elbow and shoul- tain exercises to help relieve the der muscles which automatically soreness.

Weight loss lowers protein Smoking rates high in emergency patients level linked with cancer IANS, CANBERRA

WASHINGTON: Women who achieved their weight loss goals through diet and exercise showed lower levels of certain proteins in the blood, that play a role in angiogenesis, a research has revealed.

Angiogenesis is the process of blood vessel growth that can also promote the growth and survival of cancer cells. The findings showed that women who controlled their diet as well as indulged in exercise to gain weight loss also had significantly lower levels of the angiogenesisrelated proteins than women in the control group.

But such effects were not apparent in those in the exercise-only group of women, the researchers said. “Our study shows that weight loss is a safe and effective method of improving the angiogenic profile in healthy individuals,” said Catherine Duggan of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Women who controlled their diet lost 8.5 percent of body weight.

While women who indulged in exercise lost 2.4 percent of body weight, those who controlled diet as well as did exercise lost 10.8 per cent. On the other hand, women who did not

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new study has found that patients in the emergency department have significantly higher rates of smoking than the general population.

A study undertaken using a sample of almost 340 emergency department patients in Melbourne’s St. Vincent’s Hospital and the Austin Hospital, reported a smoking prevalence among the adult

emergency department patients to be 23.3 per cent, compared to the general Australian population of roughly 15 per cent.

Internationally, the prevalence of smoking among emergency department patients is reported to vary between 21 and 41 percent.

The Melbourne data revealed that 78 of the emergency department participants reported being current smokers. The average age of those smokers was 42.1 years and 64 percent were males. At least 41 percent reported difficulty refraining from smoking, while 69.7 percent had a desire to quit.

All things organic: Health tips to stay fit IANS, NEW DELHI

indulge in any activity lost merely 0.8 percent.

“Exercise is important for helping to prevent weight gain, and to maintain weight loss, but does not cause a large amount of weight loss on its own,” Duggan added. “Our study shows that making lifestyle changes — in this case simple changes to the diet to reduce weight — can lower the risk factors for cancer,” he noted.

In the study, published in the journal American Association for Cancer Research, the team analysed 439 obese, healthy, sedentary postmenopausal women aged 50 to 75.

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Aditi Gokhale and Aman Singhal, experts from All Things Organic, have shared organic products for a kitchen shelf that would help in staying healthy and fit. l Seasonal Organic fruits and vegetables: These are grown without the use of any harmful chemicals and tastes a lot better than the conventional fruits and vegetables. l Himalayan pink salt: Himalayan

pink salt is the purest salt in the world from the Sindh Area. Pink Salt can be added in cooking or sprinkled on salads without worrying about high blood pressure.

l Peanut butter made from organic ingredients: The high protein with its healthy oils helps you with weight loss, diabetes and even Alzheimer’s disease.

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wedding photography seminar and workshop festival here — titled Silk Inspire 2016 — will offer an insight into wedding photography in India from Oct 4-7.

Silk Inspire invites all emerging wedding photographers, and seasoned professionals to learn, interact and network. It will bring together eight of the world’s best wedding photographers as photography instructors for the festival.

The festival is organised by Silk photos, a boutique photo-agency which represents a select group of wedding photographers, both stills and motion, specialising in Indian weddings and destination wedding photography.

“These kinds of events are commonly organised in Europe and the US. I am proud to initiate this wave of change in the wedding photography industry. More

importantly, in a career of 30 years, it is time to do something new and inspiring,” Sephi Bergerson, owner Silk photos, said in a statement.

The first two days will include a

Let your hair rule this monsoon season NEW DELHI: As we welcome the monsoon, it’s time to embrace the cheerful drizzle and flaunt your gorgeous mane. Shailesh Moolya, National Creative Director, Hair at Lakmé Salon, decodes four of their top hair trends that can add style and glamour to your monsoon look.

Deepika Padukone’s messy bun: First, mist the hair with a volume boost product on the root and hair.

Using a brush quickly dry and smooth the ends. Take a centre parting and divide a section from ear to ear and start by back-combing the front and spray a working spray to hold the back-comb.

Smoothen the top and creating a bouffant, grip the hair with pins below the crown. Of the remaining hair, make a low ponytail at the occipital area. Twist the hair in a rope braid and secure with pins.

Loosen out a few bits at the back to make it look casual.

Finish the look with a hair spray and hair accessories.

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The team showed a series of photographs of faces to university students and asked them to rate their attractiveness. The photographs were digitally manipulated so that the resemblance to the student was modified.

Images were of an individual of the opposite sex, whose face had been manipulated to look either more or less similar to the student.

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This was observed when participants rated both same-sex and opposite-sex faces.

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The study was published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology.

“This might be a relationship maintenance strategy to prevent us from finding alternatives to our own partner, or perhaps self-resemblance becomes more important in terms of the social support we expect receive from relatives, which are known as kinship cues,” Lindova explained.

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