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Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant’s Pre-Wedding: Mukesh Ambani and family serve food to 51000 villagers during ‘Anna Seva’

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Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani’s son Anant Ambani and his fiance Radhika Merchant are all set to get married soon. The pre-wedding customs of the couple started with Anna Seva on Wednesday. At Jogwad village near the Reliance Township in Gujarat’s Jamnagar, Mukesh Ambani, Anant Ambani and other members of the Ambani family, as well as Radhika Merchant, served traditional Gujarati food to villagers.

Radhika Merchant’s grandmother and parents Viren and Shaila Merchant also took part in the Anna Seva. Food will be served to about 51,000 local residents and this practice will continue for the next few days.

The Ambani family has organized ‘anna seva’ to seek the blessings of the local community for the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. After the meal, the attendees enjoyed traditional folk music. Famous Gujarati singer Kirtidan Gadhvi stole the show with his singing.Sharing food is an old tradition in the Ambani family. 

The Ambani family has been serving food on auspicious family occasions. When the country was grappling with coronavirus pandemic, Reliance Foundation, under the leadership of Anant Ambani’s mother Nita Ambani, ran a large food distribution programme. Taking forward the family tradition, Anant Ambani has started his pre-wedding functions with anna seva.

The pre-wedding functions are expected to be traditional and grand. Guests will get to experience the beauty of Indian culture at the pre-wedding festivities. The guests at the occasion will receive traditional scarves made by women artisans from Kachchh and Lalpur in Gujarat. Qatar Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Queen of Bhutan Jetsun Pema, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen, and Saudi Aramco Chairperson Yasir Al Rumayyan are among those invited for the celebrations scheduled between March 1-3.

The guest list also includes former Prime Minister of Sweden Carl Bildt, former Prime Minister of Canada Stephen Harper, President of Google Donald Harrison, former President of Bolivia President Jorge Quiroga, former Prime Minister of Australia Kevin Rudd and Chairperson World Economic Forum Klaus Schwab.

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CEO and MD ADNOC Dr Sultan Al Jaber, CEO bp Murray Auchincloss, Chairman and Founder Colony Capital Thomas Barrack, CEO JC2 Ventures John Chambers, former CEO bp Bob Dudley, President of Global Development at BMGF Christopher Elias, Executive Chairman at Exor John Elkann, and CEO of Endeavor Ari Emanuel are also expected to be in Jamnagar next month.

Chairman and CEO BlackRock Larry Fink, CEO Brookfield Asset Management Bruce Flatt, Co-chair Board member BMGF Bill Gates, COO BlackRock Rob L Goldstein, Managing Director Morgan Stanley Michael Grimes, Chairman Hilton & Hyland Richard Hilton, Vice Chairman Berkshire Hathway Ajit Jain, Board Member Mandarin Oriental Archie Keswick, Scientist Dr Richard Klausner, Businessman Jared Kushner, Founder Thrive Capital Joshua Kushner, Former CEO bp Bernard Looney, Former Governor Businessman Terry McAuliffe, Scientist and Entrepreneur Yuri Milner, Founder and CEO Lupa Systems James Murdoch, President and CEO Aramco Amin H Nasser, Founder NV Investments Vivi Nevo, Former Dean Harvard Business School Nitin Nohria, COO Meta Javier Olivan, Vice Chairman Bank of America Purna Saggurti, Founder and CEO Steel Perlot Michelle Ritter, Founder Schmidt Futures Eric Schmidt, Founding and Managing Partner Sherpalo Ram Shriram, CEO Sanmina Corp Jure Sola, CEO Enterprise GP Jim Teague, Group Chairman HSBC Holdings Plc Mark Tucker, and journalist Fareed Zakaria are among some of the other expected guests.

Recently, Reliance Foundation posted a video on their Instagram handle in which women from Gujarat can be seen curating Bandhani scarves for the wedding functions of Anant and Radhika.

In the clip, one can also see Nita Ambani, the founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation, meeting the artisans and expressing her happiness for their hard work.”These women pour their hearts and souls into the craft, preserving age-old techniques and breathing life into stories as ancient as the land itself. Swadesh is empowering communities and preserving age-old craftsmanship,” Reliance Foundation captioned the post.

Ushering in the much-awaited wedding, the Ambani family has also facilitated the construction of new temples within a sprawling temple complex in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Featuring intricately carved pillars, sculptures of Gods and Goddesses, fresco-style paintings, and architecture inspired by generations of artistic heritage, the temple complex keeps India’s rich cultural and spiritual identity at the heart of the wedding festivities. Brought to life by master sculptors, the temple art employs age-old techniques and traditions. 

The initiative highlights the incredible skills of local artisans, reflecting Nita Ambani’s vision of preserving and promoting Indian heritage, tradition and culture.Anant and Radhika got engaged in a traditional ceremony in January 2023 at the family’s residence Antilia in Mumbai. 

Isha Ambani, Akash Ambani and Anant Ambani, the three children of Mukesh-Nita Ambani, have been closely involved with and are leading and managing key businesses of RIL over the last few years including retail, digital services and energy and materials businesses. They also serve on the boards of the key subsidiaries of Reliance Industries. While Isha M Ambani has been driving the expansion of Reliance Retail, Akash M. 

Ambani is serving as the Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited (RJIL) since June 2022 and Anant M Ambani is driving the expansion of energy and materials businesses of Reliance Industries.Isha and Akash got married in 2018 and 2019, respectively. Anant Ambani is also involved with several compassionate initiatives to rehabilitate at-risk animals and provide them care and dignity in their residual life.

Reliance Industries and Reliance Foundation this Monday launched Vantara, a paradigm-shifting initiative for animal welfare in the heart of Gujarat’s green belt. Vantara (Star of the Forest), an ambitious programme is dedicated to the rescue, treatment, care, and rehabilitation of animals in need. 

This article was published on DNAIndia.News!

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PM Modi, Amit Shah Emerge as two-most ‘Powerful’ Indians in 2024. Read top-10 names here!

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In the Indian Express 100 ‘Most Powerful Indians’ list of 2024, the top 10 names comprise Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)/ Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leaders primarily.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emerged at the top spot on the ‘Most Powerful Indians 2024’ list published by The Indian Express. In the IE 100 list of 2024, the top 10 names comprise Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)/ Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leaders primarily. Besides, billionaire Gautam Adani and Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud have also been listed among the top 10 powerful Indians.

On the other hand, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stood at the 16th spot on the IE 100 powerful Indians list in 2024 and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo in the 18th position.

Here’s a list of the top 10 powerful Indians in 2024 as per The Indian Express report:

1. NARENDRA MODI

According to the English daily, PM Modi is holding the top position on this list because he has only grown taller and stronger with every passing year. PM Modi has 95.6 million followers on the X platform, the highest among all the world leaders.

2. AMIT SHAH

After PM Narendra Modi, another powerful Indian is Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He is known to be a chief strategist of the BJP under whom the party achieved a landslide victory in the Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh Legislative elections in December 2023.

3. MOHAN BHAGWAT

The RSS Sarsanghchalak has continued to celebrate his uninterrupted innings in power. His presence beside PM Modi during the Ram Temple consecration ceremony of 22 January sent a powerful signal of his position in the NDA-BJP alliance.

4. DY CHANDRACHUD

Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud-led Bench settled legal doubts over the integration of Jammu and Kashmir into the Indian Union, ruling in favour of the Centre’s decision to abrogate Article 370. In the election year, every verdict will be closely watched on how he handles cases of judicial review or reshapes collegium. DY Chandrachud’s stint will end in November.

5. S JAISHANKAR

Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar has impressed citizens with his strong diplomatic skills. His sharp retorts during Russia’s oil sanctions and the Khalistan issue have put India in a stronger position in the game of global diplomacy.

6. YOGI ADITYANATH

The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister is one of the most cardinal leaders in the BJP as his state has the largest number of Lok Sabha constituencies. Centre is allocating billions of dollars for the development of Uttar Pradesh while Adityanath is wooing his Hindu voters with a focus on temple constructions in the state.

7. RAJNATH SINGH

The Union Defence Minister has been PM Modi’s seniormost colleague in the Cabinet. Singh also enjoys goodwill among politicians across party lines for his ‘troubleshooter’ image.

8. NIRMALA SITHARAMAN

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is India’s longest-serving woman FM. Under her leadership, India’s economy registered 7% growth for three years in a row.

9. JP NADDA

Nadda is the main man who is leading the BJP organisation. He has “held his own and gained the trust of the leadership and the rank and file, without coming across as someone trying to over project himself”, Indian Express mentioned.

10. GAUTAM ADANI

The boss of the Adani Group empire with a net worth of $101 billion is the only business tycoon among the top 10 powerful Indians. Adani-led conglomerate has made rapid progress through a string of acquisitions and greenfield projects. Adani’s closest competitor billionaire Mukesh Ambani was on the 11th rank on IE 100 powerful Indians list. Ambani’s net worth is $109 billion as per the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

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Amid Himachal Crisis, Navjot Singh Sidhu slams 6 Congress MLAs; urges for ‘purge’ in party

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Himachal political crisis: Six MLAs from the Congress party cross-voted in the Rajya Sabha polls, causing a political turmoil in the state.

Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the six party lawmakers who voted in favour of the BJP candidate in the Rajya Sabha polls in Himachal Pradesh, causing political turmoil in the hill state. Calling for an “assessment of assets and liabilities” of the party, the former Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) chief said that the defeat of senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi in the Rajya Sabha elections is not just his loss but a larger one.

“The Himachal fiasco calls for an assessment of assets and liabilities for The Grand Old Party ??? …. “Masqueraders” on plum posts covertly dancing to the tunes of agencies like CBI, ED and IT have spelt dooms day for us many a times!,” Sidhu wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.

According to the Congress leader, it is essential to purge the party of those who “prioritize personal gain over the collective good” as their actions “inflict profound wounds on the party’s existence”.

“…The wounds might heal but the mental scars will remain…Their gain is the congress worker’s biggest pain…Loyalty is not everything but the only thing,” he added.

Even though the Congress holds 40 seats in the 68-member assembly in Himachal Pradesh, the state government is facing a crisis after six MLAs crossed sides and are learnt to be in touch with the BJP. Currently, the BJP holds 25 seats, while the remaining three seats are held by independents.

The surprising defeat of Congress in the Rajya Sabha polls has prompted the BJP to challenge Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sikhu-led government and demand a show of strength in the House.

Meanwhile, Sukhu has refuted all reports of him resigning from the post, asserting that he will prove a majority in the House.

“Neither anyone asked for my resignation nor have I presented my resignation to anyone. We will prove the majority. We will win, the people of Himachal will win,” the Himachal CM said.

He added, “I am not someone who will get scared and I can say this with guarantee that the Congress is going to win…The BJP is spreading rumours of my resignation. The Congress is united.”

This article was published on Hindustantimes.News!

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Mohammed Shami undergoes Achilles tendon surgery, set to miss IPL 2024!

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Indian star fast bowler Mohammed Shami made a significant announcement on Monday, revealing that he recently underwent surgery on his Achilles tendon. 

The right-arm pacer took to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to inform his fans about the news.

“Just had a successful heel operation on my achilles tendon! Recovery is going to take some time, but looking forward to getting back on my feet. #AchillesRecovery #HeelSurgery #RoadToRecovery,” Shami posted on X.

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Shami was absent from the home T20I series against Australia after the ICC event, and he was subsequently ruled out of the entire South Africa tour. He also missed the Afghanistan series and is currently not participating in the ongoing Test series against England.

The 33-year-old, who is not part of the current five-match Test series against England, last played for India in the ODI World Cup final against Australia in November. Shami emerged as the tournament’s highest wicket-taker, dismissing 24 batters in just 7 matches.

Despite struggling with injury issues, Shami’s determination and skill were evident throughout India’s impressive World Cup campaign. 

The latest update indicates that Shami will also miss the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. This news is a major setback for the Gujarat Titans franchise, as Shami was a key figure in their pace attack.

Shami played a crucial role in GT’s success during both seasons. He made a significant impact by taking 20 wickets in 2022 and further excelled in IPL 2023, securing 28 wickets with an impressive average of 18.64.

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Adani Defence & Aerospace starts South Asia’s largest Ammunition & missiles complex in Kanpur!

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Billionaire Gautam Adani’s conglomerate started two defense facilities in Kanpur this week at an investment of 30 billion rupees.

In a boost to India’s defence capabilities, the country’s leading private sector defence manufacturer Adani Defence & Aerospace launched two facilities dedicated to the production of ammunition and missiles in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.

The mega facilities, touted as South Asia’s largest, were inaugurated on Monday by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Chief of Army Staff Gen Manoj Pande, Lt Gen N. S. Raja Subramani in the presence of officials from the Ministry of Defence and Uttar Pradesh government.

Spanning over 500 acres, the facility located in Kanpur is set to emerge as one of the largest integrated ammunition manufacturing complexes in South Asia. It is geared to produce a diverse range of high-quality small, medium, and large calibre ammunition catering to the needs of the armed forces, paramilitary forces, and police. The facility has already commenced production, starting with small calibre ammunition, with an initial output estimated to cover 25% of India’s annual requirement, totalling 150 million rounds.

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The unveiling of the facilities coincided with the fifth anniversary of the Balakot airstrike ‘Operation Bandar’, a historic operation by the Indian Air Force that was a testimony to India’s strategic assertiveness over external threats.

Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister said, “This is a moment of great pride. The facility is a testimony to Uttar Pradesh’s transformation into an industrial powerhouse and our commitment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative. Adani Defence & Aerospace has made the largest investment in the Uttar Pradesh Defence Corridor, which will play a crucial role in developing a vibrant defence ecosystem. It is encouraging to see the commencement of operations within 18 months of allocating land. It will be a proud moment when ammunition and missiles produced in these facilities will help in securing the nation.”

Gen Manoj Pande underscored the importance of self-reliance in missiles and ammunition, particularly in light of recent geopolitical developments. He praised Adani Defence & Aerospace’s substantial investments and dedication to indigenizing critical defence technologies, signaling a significant milestone in India’s journey towards self-sufficiency in the defence sector.

“Recent geopolitical events have reemphasized the need for a reliable supply from internal sources for ammunition in preparedness for a long-drawn conflict. Such large investments and willingness of Adani Defence & Aerospace to indigenize critical technologies have built confidence in the users to depend on Indian private industry for strategic military supplies. This complex is a major milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance in the defence sector,” he said.

This article was published on Hindustantimes.News!

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Come and experience Jammu and Kashmir: Sachin Tendulkar’s top moments from trip

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Batting great Sachin Tendulkar recalled memories from his ‘beautiful experience’ of visiting Jammu and Kashmir as he echoed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s take on how the country has some of the most exotic locations for travel buffs from across the globe.

Sachin Tendulkar

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar said he was thrilled by the beauty and warmth he experienced on his family trip to Jammu and Kashmir, as he urged people from across the world to add the valley in India to their travel destination bucket list. Tendulkar echoed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s take on the abundant beauty that the country has to offer in terms of tourism.

Sachin Tendulkar was on a week-long trip to Jammu and Kashmir, spending the last leg of winter with his wife Anjali in the valley. Tendulkar recalled the most memorable moments from his trip as he wrote a note on social media, urging more and more people to visit “one of the several jewels” of the country.

Tendulkar visited a cricket bat manufacturing unit at Chursoo, a nod to the region’s renowned craftsmanship in producing quality Kashmir willow bats. The batting great heaped praise, saying that the bats from the valley are great examples of how ‘Make in India” products are making their mark across the world.

achin’s itinerary in the picturesque landscapes of Kashmir was packed with activities that showcased his love for the game and his commitment to engaging with people from all walks of life. One of the highlights of his trip was his visit to the Aman Setu bridge in the Uri sector, where he interacted with soldiers at the Kaman Post. This gesture underscored his respect and admiration for the armed forces, offering a moment of joy and camaraderie to the soldiers stationed there.

Not one to miss an opportunity for cricket, Sachin played roadside cricket with local boys in Uri, displaying his iconic footwork and shot-making that has mesmerized fans worldwide.

The Tendulkar family also explored the tourist destination of Pahalgam in south Kashmir, immersing themselves in the natural beauty and tranquillity of the valley. Sachin’s social media posts from the trip, including playful moments with a pet goat and attempting the famous Shahrukh Khan pose amidst snowfall in Gulmarg.

Tendulkar will be back in action on a cricket field as he is set to join the support staff of the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024.

This article was originally published on India Today.

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₹100 Tablet to Prevent Resurgence of Cancer developed by Tata Memorial Centre!

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Tata Memorial Hospital through its new research has developed a ₹100 tablet to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy and prevent resurgence of cancer.

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Finding cancer cure has so far been an elusive target but it may not be too far with a groundbreaking research by Tata claiming to have found the potential drug which can not only keep the cancer cells from resurfacing but also come at an affordable price of ₹100 a tablet. Tata Memorial Hospital through its new research has developed a ₹100 tablet to reduce the side effects of cancer treatment therapy as well as to prevent resurgence or relapse of cancer, said Dr Rajendra Badwe, Director of the Tata Memorial Centre in an interview with NDTV.

Dr Badwe said the doctors at Tata are working for almost a decade on this tablet which is likely to get approval from Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in June-July for reducing side effects of cancer treatment. The senior doctor said the tablet once approved can help reduce side effects of treatments like chemotherapy by 50 per cent and possibility of cancer relapse by 30%, which is by far the cheapest and the most effective cancer treatment so far, as per the institute.

A decade-long research study by Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH) doctors found that dying cancer cells release cell-free chromatin particles after chemotherapy and radiotherapy that can turn healthy cells into cancerous ones. As per the study, the pro-oxidant combination of resveratrol and copper helped in destroying the chromatin and regulating toxicity in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

We did a little experiment in which we took human breast cancer cells and implanted them in immunodeficient mice,” said Dr Indraneel Mittra, the onco-surgeon-turned-scientist who led the TMH doctors in the study. “Within six weeks, a small tumour was formed. We divided the mice into three categories according to the cancer treatment—chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery. We found that all the three treatments increased chromatin in the mouse brain.”

“We found that a combination of resveratrol and copper helped in destroying chromatin. We used the combination to be given orally in our studies and found that it prevented metastasis,” said Dr Mittra. “We now need to test it on humans to understand how best we can improve the outcome of our patients, and if possible, the outcome of the general population of India,” said Dr Rajendra Badwe.

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“The research delves into the mechanism of metastasis that we were not able to uncover for so long. What qualities the cells have that metastasis can happen and what leads to metastasis, we have understood both these things through this research,” Dr Badwe told NDTV.

However, to reap benefits of this new treatment for preventing resurgence of cancer, people may have to wait for a couple of years as Dr Badwe added that the trials will take at least 5-6 years.

This article was published on Hindustantimes.News!

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‘Haven’t quit’: Himachal Chief Minister tamps down Congress revolt talk

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Himachal Pradesh minister and Congress leader Vikramaditya Singh has quit following the party’s stunning loss on the lone Rajya Sabha seat to the BJP. Meanwhile, the BJP has sought a floor test after claiming that the Congress government lost its majority.

Vikramaditya Singh

In Short

  • Sukhvinder Sukhu says hasn’t quit as Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister
  • Himachal Congress minister Vikramaditya Singh resigns, says ‘MLAs ignored’
  • BJP seeks floor test, claims Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu lost mandate

A defiant Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday rejected speculation that he would step down as Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister as disgruntled Congress legislators threatened a rebellion and the BJP called for a floor test.

“I want to make it clear that I haven’t resigned. The Congress government will complete five years. We are fighters and we will prove our majority,” Sukhu told reporters.

As its troubles deepened, the ruling Congress was dealt another blow by the resignation of powerful minister Vikramaditya Singh. Vikramaditya Singh, son of former Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh, said the party MLAs’ views “were ignored”.

The political drama in the hill state escalated as 15 BJP MLAs, including Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur, were expelled from the Himachal Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday following their demand for a floor test after the ruling Congress lost the lone Rajya Sabha seat in the hill state.

CRISIS IN HIMACHAL PRADESH AFTER RAJYA SABHA POLLS:

  • Senior BJP leader and Leader of Opposition in the Himachal assembly Jairam Thakur, along with party MLAs, met Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Raj Bhavan on Wednesday. They sought a floor test, claiming that Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu had lost the mandate to rule. Speaking to reporters after his meeting with the Governor, Jairam Thakur said, “BJP candidate Harsh Mahajan won the Rajya Sabha elections. Currently, the Congress government has lost the moral right to stay in power.”

After stepping down as minister, Congress leader Vikramaditya Singh said the outcome of the Rajya Sabha polls, in which the ruling Congress lost to the BJP, was a result of the system prevailing in the government since its formation last year. He also stated he was dismayed by the party’s slight to his father, the late Virbhadra Singh.

“Someone who was the Chief Minister of the state for 6 times, due to whom this government was formed in the state – they could not find a small space for his statue on Mall Road. This is the respect this government has shown to my late father,” he said.

  • Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is taking charge of the crisis in Himachal Pradesh. In a briefing to Congress President Kharge, she discussed the state’s situation. She has been in touch with several MLAs, including Vikramaditya Singh who spoke to her yesterday. Gandhi is actively monitoring the developments and maintaining regular contact with Sukhvinder Sukhu and Rajiv Shukla.
  • In a stunning upset for the ruling Congress in Himachal Pradesh, the BJP emerged victorious. The BJP’s Harsh Mahajan defeated Congress’s Abhishek Manu Singhvi in a closely contested battle that ended in a tie, with both candidates securing 34 votes each, indicating significant cross-voting within the Congress ranks.
  • The victory of the BJP candidate, with the support of six Congress lawmakers and three independents previously backing the government, has left Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on shaky ground. The Congress high-command has dispatched senior leaders Bhupinder Singh Hooda and D K Shivakumar to engage with the disgruntled MLAs.
  • The six MLAs had left Shimla for Haryana after casting their votes in the Rajya Sabha polls. On Wednesday, the lawmakers, rumoured to be in touch with the BJP, were being brought back to the Himachal capital by chopper.
  • The BJP secured a decisive victory in Uttar Pradesh, winning all eight Rajya Sabha seats it contested. The opposition Samajwadi Party (SP) suffered a setback, with one of its three nominees facing defeat due to cross-voting by some legislators.
  • Amid concerns over cross-voting and resignations, SP President Akhilesh Yadav warned of strict action for going against the party line. BJP Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya claimed Yadav made a mistake by fielding his third candidate, and he did not have the numbers.
  • Despite the turmoil, the ruling Congress managed to secure three out of four Rajya Sabha seats in Karnataka. Elected members include Ajay Maken, G C Chandrasekhar, and Syed Naseer Hussain, all from the Congress, along with Narayansa K Bhandage of the BJP.Karnataka also witnessed its share of cross-voting chaos – BJP MLA S T Somashekar voted for Ajay Maken, while another legislator abstained.
  • The Rajya Sabha polls in three states on Tuesday witnessed a whirlwind of political drama as cross-voting shaped the outcome – solidifying the BJP’s standing ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, and leaving the opposition INDIA bloc in a more precarious position than before.

This article was originally published on India Today.

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Meet the woman whose husband’s net worth is Rs 36690 crore, but she hasn’t purchased a new saree in thirty years!

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Sudha Murty wears sarees that have been gifted to her by her sisters, close friends, and the NGOs she is associated with.

Sudha Murty, the chairperson of Infosys Foundation and an accomplished author with over 150 published books, is breaking stereotypes and defying conventional gender norms by excelling in engineering. She shares a life of simplicity despite a staggering net worth of Rs 775 crore.

Surprisingly, Sudha Murty has not bought a new saree in three decades. This decision might seem puzzling at first glance, given her significant financial assets. However, Sudha’s reasoning is rooted in her spiritual beliefs. During a visit to the holy city of Kashi, she decided to give up something she cherished deeply as an offering. That cherished item turned out to be sarees, and she has not purchased a new one since. Instead, Sudha Murty now limits her purchases to essential items only.

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Sudha’s husband, Narayana Murthy, shares her modest and unassuming lifestyle. Notably, Forbes estimates Narayana Murthy‘s net worth at $4.4 billion (approximately Rs 36,690 crore). Both of them are avid readers and have an impressive collection of around 20,000 books.

Sudha, in particular, wears sarees that have been gifted to her by her sisters, close friends, and the NGOs she is associated with. Among her most treasured possessions are two hand-embroidered sarees given to her by a group of abused women.

Despite her remarkable success, Sudha Murty remains deeply connected to her roots. She was born into a Deshastha Madhva Brahmin family in Karnataka, where her father was a surgeon and her mother a school teacher. Her daughter, Akshata, is married to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Sudha playfully noted that while she transformed her husband into a successful businessman, her daughter went a step further and made her husband a Prime Minister. This amusing anecdote highlights the influential role that a wife can have in her husband’s life.

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This article was published on DNAIndia.com!

Euphoria actor Hunter Schafer arrested for pro-Palestine protest in New York.

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Hunter Schafer of Euphoria fame arrested for participating in a pro-Palestine protest aimed at disrupting Joe Biden’s Late Night with Seth Meyers appearance.

Amid calls for an Israel-Hamas ceasefire, Hunter Schafer, known for the teen drama television series Euphoria, was detained at a pro-Palestine protest on Tuesday. As per a report by BNN Breaking, Hunter, along with 50 activists from the Jewish Voice for Peace, were detained during a protest at NBC’s 30 Rockefeller Center in New York. 

Hunter Schafer’s arrest

Their demonstration, reportedly aimed at disrupting US President Joe Biden’s appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, spotlighted the urgent pleas for a ceasefire in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Hunter’s arrest brought to light the escalating pressures on the Biden administration to reconsider its stance and push for a ceasefire.

More about Hunter Schafer

After making her acting debut as trans teen Jules Vaughn in HBO’s hit series Euphoria in 2019, Hunter Schafer was seen as Tigris Snow in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes in 2023. She has also modelled for Prada, Dior, Gucci, Calvin Klein, Rick Owens, Helmut Lang, Tommy Hilfiger, Thierry Mugler, Coach, Maison Margiela, Vera Wang, Marc Jacobs, Versus Versace, Emilio Pucci, Ann Demeulemeester and Erdem, among other designer labels.

This is not the first time the actor made news for standing up for a social cause. For her activism against an anti-LGBT legislation HB2, Teen Vogue listed Hunter on its 21 Under 21 list in 2017. In 2021, Time named her on its Next list of ‘100 emerging leaders who are shaping the future’, with a tribute written by Euphoria co-star Zendaya.

Other celebs at pro-Palestine protests

In December 2023, veteran Hollywood actor Susan Sarandon apologised via an Instagram post for the comments she made at a pro-Palestine rally in New York in November 2023.

At the rally, the actor had said, “There are a lot of people that are afraid, that are afraid of being Jewish at this time, and are getting a taste of what it feels like to be a Muslim in this country, so often subjected to violence.” UTA or United Talent Agency, one of Hollywood’s premiere talent agencies, had subsequently dropped Susan as a client over the remarks.

This article was published on Hindustantimes.News!

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