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Chinese President Xi Jinping offers to strengthen China-France ties after French President inks defence deals with India!

Chinese President Xi Jinping announces plans to boost China-France ties and calls for joint efforts in promoting peace, security, prosperity, and progress!

Chinese President Xi Jinping

Days after French President Emmanuel Macron’s high-profile visit to India, Chinese President Xi Jinping has announced to boost China-France ties. Jinping has said, “China and France should jointly open up a path of peace, security, prosperity, and progress for human development”. On the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France, Chinese President Xi offered to “break new ground” to give a fillip to bilateral ties between the two countries.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said they have offered to step up French imports to the country. We will continue to unleash consumer and investment market demand, and continue to expand the import of high-quality products and services from France,” Wang Yi said.

The Chinese foreign minister hoped that France too would provide Chinese companies with a fair, just, and predictable business environment. China prioritises ties with France as Macron is pushing Europe to become a third bloc, a balancing force between the US and China.

Last week only French President Emmanuel Macron was invited as the chief guest at India’s 75th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi on January 26.

During Macron’s high-profile visit to India, the two countries unveiled an ambitious defence roadmap besides intensifying cooperation in the strategic Indian Ocean and the Indo-Pacific region.

Chinese President Xi Jinping

France ties up defence deal, sets Indian students’ target

The intensification of India-France cooperation in the Indian Ocean concerns China as it tries to make forays in India’s backyard.

Beijing kept a wary watch on Macron’s visit to India as Paris is emerging as a key defence partner to New Delhi amid efforts by the US and European Union to court India as a counterweight to counter China.

The US, India, and several other world powers have been discussing the need to ensure a free, open, and thriving Indo-Pacific in the backdrop of China’s rising military manoeuvring in the resource-rich region.

This Article was published on Livemint News!

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Munawar Faruqui crowned winner of Bigg Boss 17, breaks down in tears as he beats Abhishek Kumar in grand finale!

Munawar Faruqui beat Abhishek Kumar in the grand finale of Bigg Boss 17!

Bigg boss 17 winner Munawar

After three months of tasks, fights, switching allegiances, and buckets of drama, Bigg Boss 17 has finally seen one winner. A little after midnight on Monday, host Salman Khan announced the winner in the presence of the top two finalists – Abhishek Kumar and Munawar Faruqui. In the end, stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui was crowned the winner, beating Abhishek in a closely-fought final.

Both Abhishek and Munawar had been strong contenders for the title right from the beginning with Abhishek banking on his immense popularity from television while Munawar brought with himself the experience of triumphing at a similar captivity-based reality show – Lock Upp, which he won in 2022. Before exiting the Bigg Boss house, both Munawar nd Abhishek broke down in tears as they walked across the tunnel together.

Munawar Faruqui is a popular-yet-controversial stand-up comedian. He began his career as a comedian in 2020 with a video on his YouTube channel and graduated to stand-up comedy later that year. In January 2021, a stand-up show of his from Indore saw controversy after a son of BJP MLA accused him of inciting hatred and making malicious jokes about Hindu deities. Munawar was arrested under India’s hate speech laws and spent 37 days in jail before his release the following month. His arrest led to criticism and protests.

Munawar began his reality show journey with Kangana Ranaut’s Lock Upp season 1 in February 2022. Munawar ended up winning the show, further strengthening his celebrity. Munawar entered the Bigg Boss house hoping to emulate his Lock Upp success in this show as well.

Abhishek Kumar is a popular TV actor best known for playing Amrik in Udaariyaan. The show began airing on Colors in 2021 and turned Abhishek into an overnight star. The actor also made a hit on-screen jodi with Isha Malviya. The two later began to date but had a bitter break-up. He began his journey as a social media influencer, making videos on Tik Tok. But after the platform was banned in India, he shifted to making YouTube videos. Eventually, he turned to acting, finding fame with Udaariyaan.

Abhishek had initially caused friction in the house initially as his ex Isha was in the house. Their fights often made headlines. Things heated up further as Isha’s boyfriend Samarth Jurel also entered the house, leading to a physical fight between Abhishek and Samarth, following which Abhishek was briefly eliminated too but later brought back.

The other three finalists in the Bigg Boss 17 grand finale were Ankita Lokhande, Mannara Chopra, and Abhishek Mashettey.

This article was Originally published on Hindustantimes News.

Also Read : JEE Mains 2024 Exam Live: NTA JEE Paper 1 exam begins, exam day guidelines here!

JEE Mains 2024 Exam Live: NTA JEE Paper 1 exam begins, exam day guidelines here!

JEE Mains 2024 Exam Live: Follow the blog for latest updates on NTA JEE Paper 1 exam!

JEE Mains 2024 Exam Live: National Testing Agency, NTA have started JEE Mains Paper 1 examination for B.E/B.Tech on January 27, 2024. The Joint Entrance Examination Session 1 for B.E/B.Tech papers will be conducted on January 27, 29, 30, 31 and February 1, 2024.

The examination will be conducted in two shifts- a first shift from 9 am to 12 noon and the second shift from 3 pm to 6 pm at various exam centres across the country.

The candidates scheduled to appear for Paper 1 are required to download their Admit Card of JEE (Main) – 2024 Session 1 (January 2024) (using their Application No. and Date of Birth) for Paper 1 from the website. Follow the blog for the latest updates on exam dates, exam day guidelines, admit cards, exam analysis, student reactions and more.

JEE Main 2024 Session 1 exam: Exam day guidelines

1.Candidates appearing for the examination will have to report to the exam centre 2 hours before the commencement of the exam.

2.Candidates should take their seats immediately after the opening of the Examination Hall. A seat indicating Roll Number will be allotted to each candidate. Candidates should find and sit in their allocated seats only.

3.The candidate must show, on-demand, the Admit Card downloaded/printed from the NTA website for admission in the examination room/hall.

4.The candidate should ensure that the Question Paper available on the computer is as per his/her opted subject indicated in the Admit Card.

5.Candidates can approach the Centre Superintendent/Invigilator in the room for any technical assistance, first aid emergency, or any other information during the course of the examination.

1. Print copy of admit card along with self declaration downloaded from NTA website duly filled in.

2. One passport size photograph for pasting on the specific space in the Attendance Sheet at Centre during the examination.

3. Any one of the authorized photo IDs (must be original, valid, and non-expired) – School Identity Card/ PAN card/ Driving License/ Voter ID/ Passport/ Aadhaar Card (With photograph)/E-Aadhaar with photograph/ Ration Card with photograph/ Class 12 Board Admit Card with photograph/ Bank Passbook with Photograph.

4. PwD certificate issued by the authorized medical officer, if claiming the relaxation under PwD category

5. Transparent ball point pen.

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Meet YouTuber Shruti Shiva who is married to IAS officer Abhishek Pandey earns more than her husband, she is from…

This YouTuber earns more than her IAS officer husband. Know her story here!

Shruti Shiva is a YouTuber who earns more than her husband, who is an IAS officer in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut. Shruti has over 276k subscribers on YouTube and over 67k followers on social media platform Instagram. 

She began her journey as a YouTuber just three years ago and has made a mark in such a short period. Shruti Shiva hails from Kotdwar district of Uttarakhand. She did her master’s from a university in America’s south Florida. 

Shruti Shiva was still in America when she began blogging. Her elder sister encouraged Shruti to opt for video blogging as a career and now she earns more than her IAS officer husband, she told Aaj Tak. 

Shruti Shiva met her husband IAS officer Abhishek Pandey when she was a dental student and the IAS officer was a student at IIT Roorkee, she told Aaj Tak. Abhishek Pandey was anchoring one of the IIT festivals which Shruti went to attend. Impressed by Abhishek Pandey’s anchoring, Shruti complimented him. Sometime later, the IAS officer approached her and they fell in love. 

After completing graduation, Abhishek Pandey secured a job at Tata Steel and simultaneously started her preparations for the IAS exam and Shruti went to America for higher studies. The two got married in 2020. 

With direct inputs from DNA India News!

Read : ‘Bad boy’ Shoaib Malik will divorce Sana Javed someday and marry X: Taslima Nasreen!

‘Bad boy’ Shoaib Malik will divorce Sana Javed someday and marry X: Taslima Nasreen!

Sania Mirza’s family confirmed on Sunday that Sania and Shoaib have been legally divorced for some months!

Writer Taslima Nasreen said Shoaib Malik does not need to divorce and can have four wives at the same time.

Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen has commented on Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik’s marriage to actor Sana Javed and said if he believes in Islam, he does not even need to divorce and can have four wives at the same time. “I thought they (Shoaib Malik- Sania Mirza) were happy couple. I was wrong. How could Sania Mirza an intelligent girl had married such a bad boy! I think Shoaib Malik will divorce Sana Javed someday & marry X. Then he will divorce X and marry Y. Then he will divorce Y and marry Z. If he believes in Islam, he does not even need to divorce, he can have 4 wives at the same time,” the author, a staunch critic of Islam, wrote on X.

On Saturday, Shoaib Malik announced that he married Pakiatn’s popular actor Sana Javed in Karachi triggering speculations over whether he divorced Sania Mirza. Sania’s family confirmed that following Islam’s Khula, Sania initiated unilateral divorce proceedings.

Sania’s sister Anam Mirza on Sunday confirmed that Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik have been legally divorced for some months. “Sania has always kept her personal life away from the public eye. However, today the need has arisen for her to share that Shoaib and she have been divorced for a few months now. She wishes Shoaib well for his new journey ahead!” Anam posted on Instagram.

“At this sensitive period of her life, we would like to request all fans and well-wishers to refrain from indulging in any speculation and to respect her need for privacy,” the statement said.

Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik got married in 2010 and have a five-year-old son Izaan who lives with Sania Mirza in Hyderabad. For days, there were speculations over Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik’s troubled marital relationship.

The Pakistan Daily reported that none of Shoaib Malik’s family members attended the wedding of Sana and Shoaib. Shoaib’s sisters have expressed concerns over his divorce with Sania Mirza and said Sania was tired of Shoaib Malik’s extramarital affairs, the news outlet reported.

This article is sourced from Hindustantimes News!

Also Read : Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Ayodhya in grip of religious fervour ahead of Ram temple consecration ceremony!

Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Ayodhya in grip of religious fervour ahead of Ram temple consecration ceremony!

With just one days left for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust released breathtaking images of the newly built temple!

The Ram temple inauguration ceremony is scheduled for January 22, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and various dignitaries in attendance. The Lord Ram idol was placed inside the sanctum sanctorum of the temple on Thursday during the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. During the ritual, the first image of the idol was revealed, concealed by a veil.

Sculpted by Karnataka-based Arun Yogiraj, the ‘Ram Lalla’ idol is 1.5 tonnes in weight and 51 inches tall. In the picture, Lord Ram is seen as a five-year-old boy standing on a lotus formed of the same stone.

The ‘Pran Pratishtha’ rituals will be conducted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while a group of priests under the direction of Lakshmikant Dixit will monitor the proceedings. Several famous people and celebrities have also received invitations.

A multi-layer security cover is in place in Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple, with 10,000 CCTV cameras and drones equipped with artificial intelligence keeping an eye on the movement of people and police personnel in plain clothes deployed at the venue.

VIPs to be served ‘mahaprasad’

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has got ‘mahaprasad’ prepared for the VIPs coming to attend the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on Monday. It has been prepared with pure ghee, five types of dry fruits, sugar, gram flour (‘besan’).

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari takes a dig at AAP ​ahead of Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha

“Better than organising Sundar Kand recitation across Delhi, they (AAP) should have left the alliance where statements like ‘Sanatan is a disease’ were made. People of India notice everything, you can’t mislead them,” says BJP MP Manoj Tiwari. Manoj Tiwari is in Ayodhya to play the role of Lord Parashuram in Ram Leela.

Superstar Rajinikanth arrives in UP to attend Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha

Actor and superstar Rajinikanth arrives at Lucknow airport. He will attend the Ram Temple Pran Pratistha ceremony tomorrow in Ayodhya.

Union MoS General VK Singh, Spicejet CEO leaves for Ayodhya 

Union MoS General VK Singh, SpiceJet CEO Ajay Singh and Shiwani Singh leave Delhi on SpiceJet’s special flight to Ayodhya today.

Actress Shefali Shah reaches Ayodhya ahead of Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha

“I am honoured to be here (Ayodhya). It (Pran Pratishtha) is one of the biggest cultural moments that our country and we as Indians can experience. I am just feeling so proud being an Indian,” says actress Shefali Shah as she arrives in Ayodhya for tomorrow’s Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony.

Stringent security measures in place in Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple consecration ceremony

A multi-layer security cover is in place in Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple, with 10,000 CCTVs keeping an eye on the movement of people and police personnel in plain clothes deployed at the venue.

PM Modi visits the Ram Setu’s origin point, Arichal Munai in Tamil Nadu’s Dhanushkodi​

In the last legs of his spiritual journey leading up to the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ of Shri Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, PM Modi visited the Ram Setu origin point in Tamil Nadu.

Ayodhya goes under a thick security blanket ahead of ‘Pran Pratishtha’

With only a few hours to go separating Ayodhya from Lord Ram’s long-awaited return to his birthplace, a heavy security cordon has been thrown around the city, the state police informed on Sunday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will perform the rituals around the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, which are to be officiated by a select complement of seers on Monday. Even as the city exuded a festive ambience ahead of the big day, Rapid Action Force (RPF) personnel were deployed at Lata Mangeshkar Chowk ahead of the January 22 ceremony. The police were conducting patrols by boat on the Sarayu River at frequent intervals, officers said. Anti-bomb squad and dog squad teams were also deployed at Ayodhya’s Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, as devotees and dignitaries started pouring into the temple town. 

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: One million diyas to be lit in Ayodhya

Ten lakh earthen lamps or diyas will illuminate Ayodhya on Monday evening to celebrate the consecration of the Ram temple.

Diyas will be lit at 100 temples here, including the Ram Temple, and Ram Ki Paidi, Kanak Bhawan, Guptar Ghat, Sarayu Ghat, Lata Mangeshkar Chowk, Maniram Das Chavani, besides other prominent locations, officials said.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: AIIMS Delhi reverses decision to shut OPD till 2.30 pm for Ram temple inauguration

AIIMS in Delhi has reversed its decision to shut OPD till 2.30 pm on January 22 citing the Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pran Prathistha ceremony. The reversal of a decision by the central government-run hospital comes amid severe backlash for taking a half-day off. 

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: ‘Pran Pratishtha’ of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya is like Diwali for all, says MP CM Mohan Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said that the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya Ram temple on January 22 is like Diwali for all. CM Yadav remarked while addressing the Akhand Ramayana recitation and bhajan competition program organised at Shri Ram Temple located in Anand Nagar in Bhopal on Saturday.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Pran Pratishtha to be marked by grand musical event ‘Mangal Dhwani’

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust announced on Sunday that the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony will be marked by a dazzling musical event titled ‘Mangal Dhwani’, as per ANI report. The soiree which will feature some of the biggest names in the world of music is set to be staged at 10 am on January 22 (Monday).

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Pictures of Ram Mandir released ahead of Pran Pratishtha

– With just two days left for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust released breathtaking images of the newly built temple. The temple trust shared the inside pictures of the mandir on its official X handle.

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 The idol of Ram Lalla was placed in the ‘Garbha Griha’ of the Ram Temple on Friday amid joyous chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram.’Prime Minister Narendra Modi will perform rituals to mark the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ while a team of priests, led by Lakshmikant Dixit, will lead the main rituals. (ANI)

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Ram Janmabhoomi premises lit up and decorated with flowers ahead of the Ram temple ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony in Ayodhya.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: AIIMS and Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi have announced a half-day closure of its offices and institutions on January 22, 2024, as Ram Lalla ‘Pran Pratishtha’ at Ayodhya will be celebrated across India.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE Updates: Nepal: Janakpur echoes in ‘Ram Naam’ ahead of Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya

As the countdown for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Mandir has begun, along with Ayodhya, the Janakpurdham in Nepal, the maternal home of Goddess Sita is now brimming with happiness and enthusiasm, waiting for the occasion with high fanfare and gaiety, organising a slew of events. Hymns of Lord Ram and Sita are echoing in the city around the clock. The Janaki Temple is decked up with lights, and enthusiasm can be seen on the faces of every Janakpurdham resident.

This article is sourced from DNA India News!

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Foods that are just as harmful to the liver as alcohol!

​1. The liver detoxifies the body and metabolizes the nutrients​

Maintaining a healthy liver is crucial for overall well-being, as the liver plays a vital role in detoxification, metabolism, and nutrient storage. While alcohol is widely recognized as a liver-damaging substance, several everyday foods can also contribute to liver damage when consumed in excess. Here are a few foods that, when not consumed mindfully, can silently sabotage your liver health.

2. Beverages that are loaded with sugar​

junk food

Highly sweetened beverages, such as sodas and energy drinks, are loaded with fructose, a type of sugar that, when consumed excessively, can lead to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Excess fructose is converted into fat, which accumulates in the liver, potentially causing inflammation and liver damage.

3. Processed and packaged foods​

packed food

Many processed foods, including snacks, chips, and fast food items, are high in trans fats, refined sugars, and excessive salt. These ingredients contribute to weight gain and can lead to insulin resistance, fostering the development of NAFLD and other liver-related issues.

4. ​Red meat and processed meats​

Red Meat


Diets high in red and processed meats have been associated with an increased risk of liver diseases. Processed meats often contain additives and preservatives that can be harmful, while the high levels of saturated fats in red meat can contribute to liver inflammation and damage.

5. ​Foods loaded with hidden salt​

loaded food

A diet high in sodium can lead to fluid retention and increased blood pressure, both of which are detrimental to liver health. Chronic liver diseases, such as cirrhosis, can be exacerbated by excessive salt intake.

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6. White bread, pasta, and rice​

pasta


Refined carbohydrates, such as those found in white bread, pasta, and rice, have a high glycemic index and can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar levels. This can contribute to insulin resistance and the development of fatty liver disease over time.

7. ​Artificial sweeteners​

Artificial sweeteners​

While marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar, artificial sweeteners may have negative effects on the liver. Some studies suggest that artificial sweeteners can alter gut bacteria, leading to metabolic disturbances that may impact liver function.

8. ​Milk products rich in fat​

Milk products

Certain high-fat dairy products, especially those containing saturated fats, can contribute to liver inflammation and damage. Moderation is key, as excessive consumption of these products may increase the risk of liver-related complications.

9. ​Canned foods​

canned food

Canned foods often contain high levels of added preservatives and chemicals. The lining of many cans also contains bisphenol A (BPA), a compound that may contribute to liver problems when consumed in excess.

10. ​Low-quality cooking oils​

cooking oil

Certain cooking oils, such as those high in omega-6 fatty acids, may contribute to inflammation when used in excess. Opting for healthier cooking oils, like olive oil, can be a better choice for liver health.

With direct inputs from timesofindia News!

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CSEET Result 2024 Live Updates: ICSI CSEET January result today on icsi.edu!

ICSI CSEET January 2024 Result Live Updates: Candidates who have appeared in the examination can check their scores on icsi.edu after 2 pm.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will announce results of the CS Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) January 2024 examination today, January 19. Candidates who have appeared in the examination can check their scores on icsi.edu after 2 pm.

The CSEET January examination was held on January 6 and 8, 2024.

“Formal e-Result-cum-Marks Statement of Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test, January, 2024 Session will be uploaded on the website of Institute: www.icsi.edu immediately after declaration of result for downloading by Candidates for their reference, use and records. No physical copy of Result-cum-Marks Statement shall be issued to the Candidates”, read the official notification.

This article was originally published on DNA India news!

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