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BJP leader compares Rahul to Aurangzeb, says he is 'last emperor' of Congress
Rajasthan BJP vice president Gyan Dev Ahuja Thursday compared Congress president Rahul Gandhi with Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, suggesting that the Congress empire was coming to an end. He said the Congress president is the last emperor of the Congress sultanate, just like Aurangzeb. Like Aurangzeb who was the last emperor of the Mughal sultanate, Rahul Gandhi is the last emperor of this sultanate. The end of the Congress is certain, he told reporters here. Contrary to what the BJP leader said, Aurangzeb who died in 1707, was not the last of his dynasty. The last Mughal ruler was Bahadur Shah Zafar, who died in 1862. But Aurangzeb is often seen as the last of the prominent Mughal kings as the empire began disintegrating after him. Gyan Dev Ahuja also questioned Congress president's claim of being a janeu dhari (a Hindu who wears the sacred thread), saying his party should name the priest who conducted the ceremony for it. In the past, Ahuja has courted controversy by likening cow ...
Birthday wishes pour in for veteran writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar
Bollywood stars extended their warm wishes for legendary writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar who is celebrating his 74th birthday today.From wife and veteran actor Shabana Azmi to son Farhan Akhtar to Anil Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit, celebs took to social media to share their heartfelt greetings on the special day.Here's what they tweeted:Shabana Azmi: Aaj hamare liye bahut mubarak din hai.@Javedakhtarjadu ki salgirah hai aur @babaazmi ki Hindi film #Mee Raqsam ka muhurat hai #Mijwan mein.Farhan Akhtar: Happy birthday Pa.Anil Kapoor: He's a magician... Everytime he puts pen to paper, his words come to life & dance with our souls! Wish you a very happy birthday @Javedakhtarjadu saab!Madhuri Dixit Nene: One of the many beautiful poems by @Javedakhtarjadu ji! Happy birthday sir. May you have a wonderful year ahead. Wishing you the best of health & happinessShankar Mahadevan: Happiest birthday to my friend philosopher and guide! Thank you for standing by me every moment ... learnt so much
William Dalrymple to skip JLF 2019
Noted writer-historian and co-director of the Jaipur Literature Festival William Dalrymple will not be attending the 2019 edition of the annual literary extravaganza, scheduled to take place in the Pink City from January 24 to 28.
Mamata pays tribute to Jyoti Basu on 8th death anniversary
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Thursday paid tribute to former chief minister of the state Jyoti Basu on his eighth death anniversary. Basu, the longest serving chief minister of West Bengal, passed away on January 17, 2010. Basu had served as the chief minister of the state from 1977 to 2000. "Remembering Jyoti Basu, former chief minister of Bangla, on his death anniversary," Banerjee wrote on her Twitter handle. Born on July 8, 1914, Basu had led the Marxists to power for five consecutive times in West Bengal.
Paris Jackson breaks silence on seeking treatment
Actor-model Paris Jackson opened up on seeking treatment for her emotional health.In a long Instagram post, Paris rubbished reports suggesting that she is undergoing treatment."The media is exaggerating per usual.. yes i've taken a break from work and social media and my phone because it can be too much sometimes, and everyone deserves a break, but i am happy and healthy and feeling better than ever! gabriel and i have some new music we're stoked to share with y'all! (@thesoundflowers) hope you guys' new year started out with lots of love and light and all the things. i'll be back soon," she wrote alongside a picture of herself with a dog, in which the top of her face is cropped out.This is her first post on the photo-sharing application since December 12, 2018.Recently, People confirmed that Paris sought help at a treatment facility."After a busy year of work engagements that took her all over the globe, Paris decided that she needed to take some time off to reboot, realign and ...
US airport to be renamed after boxing legend Muhammad Ali
The US city of Louisville in Kentucky state is set to rename its airport after hometown hero and boxing legend Muhammad Ali, who died in 2016.
Here's how Taylor Swift became Selena's source of comfort after treatment
American singer Selena Gomez, who endured a rough past few months with her mental health treatment, is now able to shake it off and thanks her longtime best friend and singer Taylor Swift.While Selena's friends and family have lent their support to her through trying times, the 'Delicate' star is one of the many people who Selena looks to for comfort. "Selena and Taylor have been in touch since Selena left her treatment and are very close," reported E!Online. "Taylor has reached out several times and has shown her support and love," the report added.It was also revealed that Selena really leans on Taylor and considers her one of her best friends.And despite their busy work schedules and the fact that live in different cities, they continue to be "very close" and are "in a really good place." They manage to meet and spend time with each other.Interesting, the two recently expanded their squad with their new friend - actor Cazzie David.Swift and Gomez, who met at a Jonas Brothers ...
Miley Cyrus is not pregnant
Singer Miley Cyrus has denied rumours that she is pregnant.
Miley Cyrus shuts down pregnancy rumours with viral egg meme
Miley Cyrus shut down reports suggesting that she is expecting a baby with her husband Liam Hemsworth like a boss!The 26-year-old singer took to Twitter to put a stop to all the pregnancy rumours using the viral egg meme.Under a Daily Mail Twitter post to a story titled "Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth 'are expecting their first child together,'" Miley used the egg's picture that recently beat Kylie Jenner's picture of baby Stormi Webster as the most liked Instagram photo ever to reply to the article."I'm not "Egg-xpecting" but it's "Egg-celent" to hear everyone is so "Happy For Us" .... we're happy for us too! "Egg-cited" for this next chapter in our lives.... Now, can everyone leave me alone and go back to staring at an egg," she tweeted alongside a photo of her, covering her belly with the egg meme.The 'Wrecking Ball' star sparked rumours that she was pregnant when she was spotted out in Miami with what some tabloids alleged was a baby bump. Liam has not yet commented on their plans
Building inspectors visit R. Kelly's studio
Earlier today, several inspectors from the city Department of Buildings visited R. Kelly's recording studio in the West Loop of Chicago and gained access to his warehouse.According to E! Online, the inspection was granted by a Cook County Judge last week after city attorneys suspected people may be living in the building even though the space has not been zoned for that purpose. However, Kelly's rep had no comment about the inspection.A spokesperson for Chicago's Department of Buildings told E! News, "To be clear, the City's emergency motion to gain entry to the building is not related to any criminal case and would only result in building code violations."A spokesperson for the city of Chicago's Department of Buildings also confirmed to E! News that "city inspectors observed building code violations including evidence of residential use which is non-compliant with the zoning code and work performed without approved plans or permits."The city will also incorporate the violations into .
Meghan Markle reacts to being called 'fat' like a pro
Seems like even the Royals have awkward encounters. Meghan Markle recently visited an animal welfare organisation and was called a 'fat lady'. However, the Duchess of Sussex's reply to it was perfect.The Duchess of Sussex on Wednesday paid a visit to staff, volunteers and beneficiaries at one of her four new patronages, Mayhew, an animal welfare organisation that works towards improving the lives of dogs, cats and people locally and internationally, reported E! Online.The royal donned a chic monochromatic look consisting of a cashmere coat layered over a maternity beige knit dress coupled with nude heels and a beige tote.Meghan met with volunteers and those impacted by Mayhew's work, however, one bold compliment caught her attention.One woman named McEachrom said, "What a lovely lady you are. May God bless you.""And you're a fat lady!" added McEachrom, referring to the Duchess of Sussex's growing baby bump. Meghan responded with a big laugh, "I'll take it!"McEachrom also predicted the
Spencer Matthews has 'soft spot' for Piers Morgan
Television personality Spencer Matthews says he has a "man crush" on journalist Piers Morgan and jokes baby son Theodore was named after him because it means "God's gift".
WCD shortlists 26 children for national award this year
The Women and Child Development (WCD) Ministry on Wednesday said that it has shortlisted 26 children for the national award this year for their exceptional achievement in the fields of innovation, sports, arts, social service, or any other area deserving recognition.
PM congratulates winners of Gandhi Peace Prize
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday congratulated organisations and individuals who won the Gandhi Peace Prize for 2015-2018. In a series of tweets, he congratulated philanthropist Yohei Sasakawa for winning the prize for the year 2018. While Vivekananda Kendra got the award for 2015, Ekal Abhiyan Trust received it for the year 2017. Akshay Patra and Sulabh International received it for 2016. The organisations have been working in the field of sanitation, community service and women and child empowerment.
Government confers Gandhi Peace Prize for 2015-2018
The government on Wednesday announced winners of the Gandhi Peace Prize for four years beginning 2015 to 2018.
Last given in 2014, govt confers Gandhi Peace Prize for 2015-2018
The government Wednesday announced the names of the winners of the Gandhi Peace Prize for 2015-2018, which were last conferred to the Indian Space Research Organisation in 2014. The annual award, however, had not seen any winner since then. It is given to individuals and institutions for their contribution towards social, economic and political transformation through non-violence and other Gandhian methods. Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari won the award for 2015 for rural development and education, while for 2016, the award has been jointly given to Akshaya Patra Foundation for providing mid-day meals to children across the country and Sulabh International for its work towards emancipation of manual scavengers, a release from the ministry said. In 2017, the award was given to Ekai Abhiyan Trust for their contribution to education for rural and tribal children and last year, the Gandhi Peace Prize was awarded to Yohei Sasakawa for their role in leprosy eradication. The decision to ...
CRPF jawan cremated with full state honours in R'than
The mortal remains of slain CRPF jawan Mahesh Meena were consigned to the flames with full state honours at his native village in Rajasthan's Sikar district on Wednesday. Meena died on Monday while undergoing treatment for the past nine days after getting critically injured in an encounter with militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district. His body was brought to Lapuwa village in Sri Madhopur area on Wednesday. A nine-km funeral procession was taken out from Reengus to Khatu. His 14-year-old son, Harshit, lit the funeral pyre. Sikar MP Sumedhanand Saraswati, School Education Minister Govind Singh Dotasara and others were present during the funeral.
26 children shortlisted for national award 2019: WCD
The Women and Child Development Ministry has shortlisted 26 children for the national award this year for their exceptional achievement in the fields of innovation, sports, arts, social service, or any other area deserving recognition, according to an official statement. In the past, the National Bravery Awards were organised by an NGO named Indian Council for Child Welfare. Recently, the financial integrity of the ICCW was questioned by the Delhi High Court during the hearings of a writ petition, the statement of the WCD Ministry said. In view of this, the government dissociated itself from the ICCW and revamped the scheme of the National Awards for children last year to include bravery as an additional component in the Pradhan Mantri National Children Awards, the statement said. Under the present format, awards will be given in two categories of Bal Shakti Puruskar to individuals and Bal Kalyan Puraskar for institutions or individuals working for children. The WCD Ministry has ...
Injured in ocean, Commander Tommy wants to return to sea at the earliest
"I am recovering from my injuries that I had sustained during the race and I hope to recover fully in near future. I want to get back to the sea immediately after that," he told ANI in an interaction.Tommy, who received a Kirti Chakra award for circumnavigating the globe all alone a couple of years ago, was taking part in the Golden Globe Race in which he was required to circumnavigate around the world but he and his boat were caught in a storm around the Australian waters and had to be rescued after a massive operation."I was badly injured and I pulled myself into the boat somehow. I was left injured for three days as the French vessel was taking some time to reach me but I was happy to see the frothing sea with winds of up to 75 knots blowing there and I feel I was lucky to have seen that," the officer said on his experience during the incident.Asked how he felt when he came to know that the entire country was worried for him after his accident, Tommy said he was overwhelmed to ...
Man's best friend helped early humans in hunting
Human beings began living alongside dogs as early as 11,500 years ago and they may also have started getting help in hunting, a study of animal bones from northeast Jordan has showed.
