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India indebted to police martyrs: Shah at Memorial
A day after assuming charge, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday visited the National Police Memorial here to pay tribute to the police personnel who have died in the line of duty and said the "nation is indebted to them for their supreme sacrifice".
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Shah pays tribute at National Police Memorial
A day after assuming charge, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday paid visited the National Police Memorial here to pay tribute to the thousands of police personnel who have died in the line of duty.
HM Shah visits National Police Memorial
Home Minister Amit Shah Sunday visited the National Police Memorial here and paid tributes to over 34,000 policemen who laid down their lives while serving the nation. Shah said India is secured because of the supreme sacrifice of the police martyrs. "I visited the National Police Memorial this morning and paid tributes to our martyrs of the central and state police forces, who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty," he tweeted after visiting the memorial located in the capital's Chanakyapuri area. The home minister said he was overwhelmed after visiting the memorial which was erected as a mark of respect to over 34,000 policemen who sacrificed their lives protecting the nation. "I salute their valour and courage. A grateful nation is indebted to them for their supreme sacrifice," he said. Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba and Director of the Intelligence Bureau Rajiv Jain accompanied Shah. The National Police Memorial, a 30-foot-tall and 238-tonne black granite structure, ...
Fergie files for divorce from Josh Duhamel
Former Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie has filed for divorce from actor Josh Duhamel almost two years after their separation. The former couple announced their split in September 2017 after eight years of marriage. According to a court docket acquired by Entertainment Weekly, Fergie, 44, filed for divorce from Duhamel on Friday at a courthouse in Pasadena, California. "With absolute love and respect we decided to separate as a couple earlier this year. To give our family the best opportunity to adjust, we wanted to keep this a private matter before sharing it with the public. "We are and will always be united in our support of each other and our family," they said in a statement on September 14, 2017. Despite their separation, Fergie and Duhamel, 46, have been dedicated to co-parenting their son, Axl Duhamel (five).
Kim Kardashian's daughter assists her in getting ready for anniversary date
Kim Kardashian West on Saturday shared a series of pictures and revealed that her eldest daughter, North, helped her style for a surprise anniversary date.Sharing the adorable pictures from behind the scenes from her fitting with one-half of Dolce & Gabbana's Domenico Dolce on Instagram, West captioned the pictures as "Thank you Domenico! I hope North was a good assistant," reported People.In one of the photos, the little North can be seen putting her hands on West's dress and designer giving a final touch to the look.West opted for a white bejewelled turtleneck bodysuit that was first premiered during a previous D & G fashion show.West wore the same outfit to the Celine Dion concert with husband Kanye West a week ago.West previously revealed that her husband had "surprised" her with a date in Vegas shortly after they welcomed their fourth child, son Psalm through surrogacy."Five years ago I married my best friend," she wrote in another emotional post.The couple is also ...
Fraudster who posed as Saudi prince jailed in US
A US man who posed as a Saudi prince for nearly 30 years has been finally exposed and jailed for 18 years for fraud.
Jennifer Lopez reunites with former husband at kid's function
Jennifer Lopez, along with her fiancee and former Basketball player Alex Rodriquez, attended her kid's school function in Miami. The two were also joined by her ex-husband Marc Anthony.The new couple was there reportedly, to attend Lopez's and Anthony's 11-year-old son Maximilian David Muniz's recital, reported Daily Mail.Lopez (49) who is known for her style statement, wore a bodycon shirt dress. She complemented the look with a pair of gold shades and a white leather bag.Her partner, Rodriguez opted for a plain white shirt paired with a black pant and perfected the look with matching black boots. Lopez's ex-husband was seen dressed in a white shirt paired with jeans.On the very same day, Lopez and Rodriguez attended the graduation ceremony of the latter's daughter Natasha (14). The two were joined by Rodriguez's ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis and her beau Angel Nicolas.Sharing a picture of her daughter's graduation on Instagram, Alex captioned, 'How is my beautiful angel going to be a ...
Silverware gleams and tiaras await Trump's state visit to UK this week
With silverware gleams and tiaras, the Royal Palace here is awaiting United States President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump's diplomatic visit to the United Kingdom this week.The Trumps, who are making their first official state visit to the UK from June 3 to June 5, will have a three-day packed itinerary -- afternoon tea with the Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, at Clarence House, on day one, The NewDaily reported.The meeting, which Prince Charles reportedly "agreed" to, will follow a ceremonial welcome in the garden of Buckingham Palace complete with a royal gun salute, private lunch at the palace and wreath-laying with Prince Andrew at the grave of the Unknown Soldier at Westminster Abbey.William and Kate will also join Prince Charles, Duchess Camilla, and Trump for a welcome ceremony at Buckingham Palace. However, by breaking a royal protocol, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex has opted out of the British royal family's meeting with the Trumps.The ...
Mexican honour for ex-prez Pratibha Patil
Former President Pratibha Patil was Saturday bestowed on the highest civilian award of Mexico for foreigners. The ambassador of Mexico to India, Melba Pria, presented 'Orden Mexicana del Aguila Azteca' (Order of the Aztec Eagle) to Patil, who had served as the first woman president of the country during 2007-12, at a special ceremony held here in MCCIA Bhavan. On the occasion, Patil said a mutual agreement was signed between Mexico and India when she was president, and that both the countries have emphasised on enhancing friendly relations. "While doing all this I represented India. So this award is the honor of my country. Both countries have the honor of friendship. In 2007, President Felipe de Jazas Calderon Hinozosa visited India when he was the country's president. Then I visited Mexico in 2008. During this period, the relationship between the two countries was strengthened," said Patil. Pria said, "the honorable foreign citizen who has strengthened humanitarian ..
Pratibha Patil conferred Mexico's highest civilian honour for foreigners
Former President Pratibha Patil on Saturday was conferred with "Orden Mexicana del Aguila Azteca" or Order of the Aztec Eagle, Mexico's highest civilian honour for foreigners.The award was presented by Mexico's Ambassador to India, Melba Pria, at a special ceremony held in the MCCIA Bhavan, Pune.Pria said the Order is the highest distinction given by the Mexican government since 1933 to foreigners for their prominent services to Mexico and to humanity.Nelson Mandela, the former President of South Africa, along with 13 Indian nationals, including the first Vice president of India, preceded Patil. "This is also the first time that we have awarded the 'Aztec Eagle' to a woman," the envoy added.On her part, Patil said, "I want to thank Mexico for conferring this prestigious award. This is the felicitation of the friendship of our two countries.""India and Mexico are old civilizations. Both present vibrant and pluralistic democracies. We recognise each other on the international scenario ..
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry celebrate Pride Month
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry kicked off Pride Month on Saturday with a sweet post dedicated to the LGBTQ community.The royal couple shared a collage of images, including one of them featuring Harry's late mother Princess Diana on their Instagram account in honour of Pride Month, which kicks off on June 1 in U.K. and U.S."Continuing with our tradition to rotate the accounts we follow based on causes and social issues that matter to us: For the month of June we "proudly" shine a light on PRIDE. This month we pay tribute to the accounts supporting the LGBTQ+ community - those young and old, their families and friends, accounts that reflect on the past and are hopeful for a deservedly more inclusive future," the caption read.Celebrating the LGBTQ community, they wrote, "love is love.""We stand with you and support you Because it's very simple: love is love," the caption further read.Harry's late mother has repeatedly used her royal status to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS and ...
Williamson Magor Group patriarch B M Khaitan dies at 92
Industrialist Brij Mohan Khaitan, who hogged the limelight by acquiring the Indian business of Union Carbide in the 1990s, passed away Saturday morning at his residence here due to old-age ailments, family sources said. Khaitan, 92, was the patriarch of the Williamson Magor Group that deals in dry-cell battery, tea and engineering services. Citing old age, he had stepped down as the chairman recently from the boards of the Group's two key companies -- Eveready Industries India Ltd and Mcleod Russel India Ltd. He, however, remained chairman emeritus for both the companies. Business chambers and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee have offered their condolences. In a tweet, Banerjee said, "Saddened at the passing away of noted industrialist BM Khaitan Ji. He was a much respected elder statesman of the business community of Bengal. My condolences to his family, his colleagues and his friends". Indian Chamber of Commerce said, "ICC is extremely grieved to learn the sad demise of B .
Veteran mountaineer Amulya Sen dead
Veteran mountaineer Amulya Sen died at his south Kolkata residence on Friday night following a cardiac arrest, family sources said on Saturday.
Residents of Deoli to get water from taps within 4 months: Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday promised people in Deoli Assembly constituency that they will start getting water from taps within four months."Very soon you will get clean drinking water in your taps. Orders have been passed to lay water pipeline in the area. The work of laying the pipeline will start in two months. It will be completed in four months time. Once the pipeline is done, you will start getting water from Sonia Vihar," Chief Minister told people during his 'padayatra' here."I have got to know that there is a water crisis in the area. So, I am here to solve these problems. I have heard that people here pay for private tankers and even tankers of Delhi Jal Board (DJB). I have instructed DJB officials that from now onwards, you will not have to pay for tankers. And you will get as many tankers as you want," he added.The Chief Minister during his 'padayatra' instructed the officials to register FIR against 'tanker mafia' and send them to jail. Several ...
Rajasthan: Union Minister Smriti Irani offers prayers at Shrinathji temple
I have come here to seek Lord Krishna's blessings on behalf of all the ministers in the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government, said Union Minister Smriti Irani on Saturday after offering prayers at the Shrinathji temple here."I came seeking Thakurji's blessings before we start the work of rebuilding the country with compassion and harmony. I have come here on behalf of every one of us (ministers), seeking his blessings. I have always said that whatever I have achieved till date is due to his blessings," Irani told reporters here.Irani has been allotted the ministry of textiles and the ministry of women and child development in the PM Modi cabinet 2.0.Irani took oath along with the PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence minister Rajnath Singh and other prominent BJP cabinet ministers and representatives of BJP allies - Ram Vilas Paswan (LJSP), Harsimrat Kaur (Akali Dal), Arvind Sawant (Shiv Sena) and Ramdas Athawale (RPI-A) on Thursday.
DeGeneres' mom regrets not listening to her
Comedian-host Ellen Degeneres' mother Betty says she regrets not believing her daughter when she confided in her about being sexually abused by her stepfather.
Jenelle Evans' husband David Eason 'storms out' of supervised visit with kids
Jenelle Evans and David Eason who suffered a major court defeat regarding the custody of their three children, are battling to meet and spend some quality time with their kids.David, abruptly left the couple's supervised visit with their kids after his eldest daughter Maryssa refused to see him, a source confirmed to Us Weekly."Maryssa didn't want to see her father and David stormed out of the meeting center," the source tells Us Weekly post the visit paid by the couple on Thursday.The former 'Teen Mom 2' stars lost temporary custody of their kids, including Maryssa, Eason's 11-year-old daughter from a previous relationship, on Tuesday, May 28.During the hearing, the judge ruled that Evans "failed to protect" the children -- Maryssa, Jace, 9, Kaiser, 4, and Ensley, 2 -- "while they were in her care."Evans' manager released a statement to Us Weekly after news broke that she lost temporary custody:"At this time we are cooperating with the judge and legal team from the court. We have no .
Sonakshi Sinha takes time off for birthday
Actress Sonakshi Sinha has decided to take some time off to celebrate her birthday with her friends, and says she is looking forward to "just relax with no agenda".
Smriti Irani visits Nathdwara temple in Rajasthan
Union minister Smrit Irani on Saturday visited Nathdwara temple in Rajasthan's Rajsamand district. She offered prayers in there. "I have come here to seek blessings of Thakurji. Whatever I have achieved in the life is because of blessings of Thakurji," she told reporters. Irani, who defeated Congress president Rahul Gandhi on UP's Amethi seat, was made the women and child development minister in the Narendra Modi government.
