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Hema Malini on Wednesday expressed surprise and disappointment at Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics for being 100 grams overweight. «It is very surprising, and it feels strange that she was disqualified for being 100 gm overweight. It is important to keep the weight in check. It is a lesson for all of us. I wish she could lose that 100 gm quickly, but she would not get an opportunity,» Malini said.

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal joined the other NDA MPs from Assam to call on PM Narendra Modi. Speaking on the occasion, Sarbananda Sonowal said, “We are extremely inspired by the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji that has explored many possibilities of the rich region of the Northeast to become the growth engine of India’s next economic growth. Today, under Modi Ji’s visionary leadership, the region is making remarkable strides in transformational progress be it in transport, business, social sector, infrastructure among others. There was a time when we had to fight for one bridge over Brahmaputra and today, under Modi ji, five new bridges are being constructed. Under the dynamic leadership of PM Narendra Modi ji, the possibility of Northeast is being harnessed to empower next economic resurgence. Northeast has full potential to become hub of production and business of the South East Asia and Guwahati is going to be the lynchpin of this economic possibility, unlocking immense potential of the Northeast.” During the meeting, the MPs thanked the Prime Minister for the last 10 years that has been transformational for the state marking a new era of peace, progress and prosperity.

Ramdas Athawale on Tuesday asked Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray to withdraw his «anti-reservation» remarks or else Dalits and backward classes will boycott MNS candidates in the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections. Athawale said Thackeray's remarks on reservations were uncalled for. Speaking to reporters in Pandharpur town, Thackeray on Monday said local people should be given priority in job opportunities. «My stance is that locals should be given priority in job opportunities. Why should caste be a factor in this? If the private sector continues to create jobs, we should think about how many people will benefit from reservation in government jobs,» the MNS chief had said.

Sheikh Hasina arriving in India, a video of popular YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, shared by BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla, went viral on social media. In the video, Rathee praised Bangladesh for its development and happiness index. Poonawalla shared the video on X with the caption “Joker of the century!”

San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly on Monday said she expects that interest rates will be cut later this year but declined to provide a timetable or the extent to which the central bank will ease.

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday alleged that the proposed amendments to the Wakf Act were in line with the BJP's politics of «polarisation» along religious lines. The former Bihar deputy chief minister, who is now the Leader of the Opposition in the state assembly, also questioned the Centre's reluctance to place in Constitution's ninth schedule the legislations, struck down by the Patna High Court, by which quotas for deprived castes had been hiked in the state. «The Union government seems to have no interest in working for the poor. This is a reflection on the ruling BJP at the Centre, which believes in the politics ofte polarisation,» Yadav told reporters. He was responding to queries about proposed amendments to the Wakf Act, which have met with stiff opposition from parties like Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM, and drawn flak from constituents of the INDIA bloc.

Wayanad disaster, but right now, the affected people battling psychological trauma require attention and sympathy, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said on Monday. Tharoor was responding to Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's remarks that the Kerala government allowed «illegal human habitat expansion and mining» in the state's fragile region which resulted in the devastating landslides in Wayanad district. «If there has been any illegality that certainly should not be condoned and action should be taken. On that, I think we are all in (of) the same view that illegality is not something anybody welcomes. And I am sure the committee should do a professional job and make the decisions it needs to make,» Tharoor told PTI Video.

Yusuf Dikec, the Turkish shooter who has taken the Paris 2024 Olympics by storm, has a surprising secret: he didn’t always wear glasses. An old footage from the 2011 ISSF Championship reveals a sharp-eyed Dikec without his now-signature eyewear. The transformation from the bespectacled sharpshooter we know today to the focused athlete of yesteryears is intriguing. Did the glasses become a lucky charm, or perhaps a necessity over time? Regardless, the change in appearance has done little to dampen Dikec’s shooting prowess.

Bureaucracy is keeping a close eye on the government's message of continuity. Will it be reflected in soon-to-come ACC (Appointments Committee of the Cabinet) orders? While Union home secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla's extended term will end this month, the term of Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba, who is also on extension, ends on August 30. Principal secretary to the prime minister, PK Mishra, continues in office. Also, several secretary level appointments are likely to be made this month. Bureaucracy is keeping a close eye on the government's message of continuity. Will it be reflected in soon-to-come ACC (Appointments Committee of the Cabinet) orders? While Union home secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla's extended term will end this month, the term of Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba, who is also on extension, ends on August 30. Principal secretary to the prime minister, PK Mishra, continues in office. Also, several secretary level appointments are likely to be made this month. Bureaucracy is keeping a close eye on the government's message of continuity. Will it be reflected in soon-to-come ACC (Appointments Committee of the Cabinet) orders? While Union home secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla's extended term will end this month, the term of Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba, who is also on extension, ends on August 30. Principal secretary to the prime minister, PK Mishra, continues in office. Also, several secretary level appointments are likely to be made this month.

coaching centres will shut down within the next 10 to 15 years. This forecast follows a tragic incident in Delhi's Old Rajinder Nagar area, where three civil services aspirants tragically drowned on July 27 due to flooding in a coaching centre's basement. In an interview with ANI, Kumar emphasized the need for a shift towards online education. «With the current pace of developments, I foresee a major transition in the coaching sector. Only a small fraction of online educational experiments have been conducted so far. Once high-quality online content and effective teaching methodologies are developed, online coaching will become more prevalent due to its cost efficiency and convenience for students,» Kumar stated.

She highlighted his unassuming nature, even during concerts where he performs as if he is in his own space, entirely immersed in his music. Sunidhi remarked, «For him, he just wants to make music. He doesn't want to be heard. He just sings, we want to hear him. You create that aura, and it reaches people. Your song is your brand.” Sunidhi, a veteran in the music industry, praised Arijit for his continuous learning and evolution in music. „He is still a student,“ she said. She admired how Arijit can adapt to various musical genres without altering his voice, a talent that makes each of his performances unique and appealing to fans across generations.

BJP leader Gyandev Ahuja's remarks over disaster-hit Wayanad district in Kerala, Communist Party of India (CPI) General Secretary D Raja said that the BJP is trying to 'communalise' the entire tragedy. Speaking to ANI, CPI General Secretary D Raja said, «A tragedy occurred, and people are suffering. Our and several other parties are working on how to help the people- financially, supplying relief material, and shelter. People need food, shelter and medicines. BJP is trying to communalise the entire situation...» «What is your responsibility as the political party of the country,» questioned the CPI leader.

Uddhav Thackeray's remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah have established the Shiv Sena (UBT) leader's credentials as a member of the "Aurangzeb fan club", Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Saturday. Fadnavis was reacting to Thackeray's tirade against BJP wherein he termed Shah a political descendant of Ahmad Shah Abdali, the Afghan king who defeated the Marathas in the third battle of Panipat. «Amit Shah had spoken about the Aurangzeb fan club. Uddhav Thackeray today proved that he is indeed from the Aurangzeb fan club,» Fadnavis told reporters. Addressing a BJP convention in Pune last month, Shah had dubbed Thackeray «the head of the Aurangzeb fan club» who was sitting with people who sought pardon for 1993 Mumbai serial blasts convict Yakub Memon.

India's Manu Bhaker narrowly missed out on a podium finish, placing fourth in the women's 25m pistol final in the ongoing Paris Olympics. The 22-year-old Bhaker shot 28 in the eight-women final. She lost to Hungarian bronze medallist Veronika Major in the shoot-off. Bhaker's third-medal achievement was highly anticipated. She had already secured two bronze medals in — the 10m air pistol and the 10m air pistol mixed team events with partner Sarabjot Singh.

Sana Makbul, the name has been synonymous with drama, and entertainment in recent weeks. The actress, known for her roles in Hindi television and South Indian cinema, has cemented her place in the hearts of millions as the undisputed queen of Bigg Boss OTT 3. The grand finale, a spectacle of performances and emotions, saw Makbul emerge victorious, her name echoing through living rooms across the nation. The journey to the crown was paved with challenges, as the actress candidly shared her battles with non-alcoholic hepatitis and the scars of a traumatic dog attack. Yet, her spirit, unwavering and determined, resonated with audiences, making her a relatable and inspiring figure. While the confetti was still falling and the cheers echoing, whispers of a potential wedding began to circulate. A casual remark about booking the dynamic duo, Meet Brothers, for a future celebration, coupled with co-contestant Kritika Malik's playful teasing, ignited speculation. Adding fuel to the fire was YouTuber Armaan Malik's heartfelt promise to attend Makbul's wedding. Could the Bigg Boss house have been the backdrop to the inception of a new love story?

Base Dawgz ($DAWGZ) is starting August with a bang, raising $2.8 million in presale funds, while its parent chain, Base, saw a 56% growth in July.

Jennifer Lopez's extravagant accessory selection has garnered media attention recently. The singer and actress was spotted shopping in the Hamptons on July 13 with Violet Affleck, her stepdaughter. Lopez was carrying an attractive straw and brown leather Hermes Kelly picnic bag. Lopez was seen carrying the bag out of a store in a TikTok video, and the user pointed out that even a pre-owned version of this product costs almost $70,000. The video gained 1.2 million views in a short period of time and sparked a wave of comments regarding how expensive the bag was, as per the reports of Yahoo entertainment.

Bigg Boss OTT 3 brought an exhilarating journey that culminated on Friday, with Sana Makbul emerging victorious. The grand finale, hosted by Anil Kapoor, was a night of high drama and excitement, where Sana triumphed over rapper Naezy to clinch the coveted trophy and a cash prize of Rs 25 lakh. Sana's time in the Bigg Boss house was filled with ups and downs.

Badminton Men’s Singles Round of 16 match at the Paris Olympics when 22-year-old Lakshay Sen had to go up against his Prannoy bhaiya surely made one of the most exciting matches of 2024. Sen, in the pre-quarterfinal match secured a 12-21, 6-21 win against his Olympic village roommate, HS Prannoy and became India’s final hope in badminton at the Games. Following this, Lakshya Sen on Friday stormed into the semifinals beating Taiwan’s and World No. 12 Chou-Tien Chen by 19-21 21-15 21-12, raising hopes for another shiny medal in India’s kitty.

Elon Musk recently caused a stir on X (formerly Twitter) by saying that Christianity could disappear if people don't stand up for it more bravely. He made this comment on July 27, soon after speaking with alt-right podcaster Jordan Peterson, where Musk showed strong support for Christian values. His remark came after a controversy about the Paris Olympics, where some claimed the event disrespected Christianity with a diverse interpretation of the Last Supper, as per the reports of Yahoo entertainment. Musk had criticized the Olympic performance, calling it «extremely disrespectful to Christians» in a post from June 26. He also agreed with a comment suggesting that if the performance had mocked Muslims, it would have led to a lot of unrest. However, these claims were incorrect because the performance was actually about the Greek feast of Dionysus, not a twist on the Last Supper.