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Lifting 210 kgs can ensure medal in any world level competition: Mirabai
World champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu Friday said that if she can lift up to 210 kg, she would be able to win medals in any world level competition. "I have lifted more than 192 kg. I have lifted 194 Kg in the World Championship and bagged the Gold medal. After that, I had lifted 196 Kg in the Commonwealth Games and that has been my best performance," Mirabai told reporters during a promotional event. "Now I will have to do better because of change in rule. We were earlier 48 kg athletes, but now we have to participate in 49 Kg category. Now the aim is to lift 210 Kgs and doing so I will ensure that I can win medals in every competition," she said. She was speaking at a function where Edelweiss Group offered her and five other athletics a life insurance cover of Rs 1 crore. Recovering from a back-injury and hence won't take part in the World Championships to be held in November, an Olympic qualifying event. The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna awardee said she will have to take part in all
Hard to tell truth from fiction in Skripal affair: Kremlin
The Kremlin said Friday it was difficult to separate truth from fiction in media reports after a respected investigative group revealed the identity of a suspect in the poisoning of ex-spy Sergei Skripal. "Over the past months a lot of news about the Skripals' affair has appeared in British media and media in other countries," Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "No one can truly figure out which news is fake and which is true," he told reporters, doubting that it was possible to check the identities of the people mentioned in media reports. On Wednesday, Bellingcat, the British based investigative group, said that the real name of Ruslan Boshirov, one of the two men accused by British authorities of poisoning Skripal and his daughter Yulia, was Anatoly Chepiga. The 39-year-old is a military intelligence colonel decorated with the country's top award, the Hero of Russia, Bellingcat said. The report included a passport photo of Chepiga from 2003 which ...
Radhika Apte hopes for safer work culture
Actress Radhika Apte says there is a need to create a culture without sexual abuse of anybody.
Former Gujarat minister Manoharsinh Jadeja cremated
The mortal remains of former Gujarat minister and Congress leader Manoharsinh Jadeja were consigned to flames here Friday. Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and several other leaders were present at Jadeja's cremation. Jadeja (83), a descendant of the erstwhile royal family of Rajkot, died at his house here Thursday. The departed leader's 'palkhi yatra' (funeral procession) began Friday morning from his house with his body placed in a silver chariot. He was also given a nine-gun salute. People thronged the streets to pay respects to Jadeja, popularly known as 'Dada'. Alongwith Rupani, Education Minister Bhupendrasinh Chudasama and Minister of State for Home Pradeepsinh Jadeja also joined the procession. Jadeja's son Mandhatasinh lit the funeral pyre. "Manoharsinhji's sad demise is a huge loss to the people of Rajkot. He was a noble person and always guided the next generation. People of Rajkot will never forget his contribution," Rupani said, speaking to the media. Born on ...
GOT finale may divide fans: Sophie Turner
Actor Sophie Turner says that the final season of "Game of Thrones" might end up dividing the fans.As the show is approaching its eighth and the final season, Turner, who plays Sansa Stark in the show, said, "I think a lot of fans will be disappointed and a lot of fans will be over the moon, I think."Speaking about how she reacted when she first read the finale script, Sophie said it was heartbreaking to read at the very final page that said the end of Game of Thrones."That was really emotional," Fox News quoted Turner as saying.The actress recently made headlines after she got a tattoo of a small scaly dire wolf, with "the pack survives" written underneath.While people immediately started reading between the line, Sophie clarified in an interview on "The Late Late Show, that the tattoo is not a spoiler about the GOT finale.
UP CM hails Modi for getting UN honour
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on getting the United Nations environmental award.
HRD Minsitry's decision to reduce syllabus by 50% is a welcome move: Rathore
Union minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore welcomed the HRD Ministry's decision to reduce the syllabus in schools by half and making sports mandatory. While speaking at the 113th annual session of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Rathore said India can be the world leader by 2025. He also lauded the country's sportspersons for their attitude and confidence at the world stage. "No government alone can do it. It's a collective effort," he stressed. Citing examples of sportspersons who have done well, he said they have an attitude which he has not seen before. Hima Das, Swapna Burman, Sushil Kumar, Ravindra Jadeja, all are from the most humble background, he said. These are amazing examples of a country where people who had nothing have succeeded because there is tremendous hunger in them to achieve, the Sports minister said. "I am really proud that we have been able to take sports to the grassroot and elitist level. Believe me, I have never seen the kind of confidence and attitude ..
UP CM congratulates Modi for being awarded UN's highest environmental honour
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Friday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for being recognised with the United Nation's highest environmental honour. Prime Minister Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron were jointly awarded the Champions of the Earth Award for their pioneering work in championing the International Solar Alliance and promoting new areas of cooperation on environmental action. "The selection of the prime minister for the Champions of the Earth Award, the UN's highest environmental honour, is not only a recognition, at the international level of his efforts to make earth a safer place for the coming generations, but also applauding them," the chief minister said. The entire country is feeling proud of the prime minister's efforts for enhancing the prestige and honour of the country at the global level, he was quoted as saying in an official release here. Stressing that conservation of nature and environment were part of the Indian tradition and ..
The universe is governed by laws of Vedas: Baba Ramdev
'Bharatatma Ashok Singhal Vedic Puruskar' was conferred at a ceremony in New Delhi which was attended by Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev as the chief guest.The award ceremony, was aimed at promoting Vedic education across India, and to appreciate the efforts of all those working in this direction.While addressing the ceremony, Baba Ramdev highlighted the importance of the Vedas and said, "The entire universe is governed by the laws of the Vedas. Vedas aren't about the mantras uttered during religious rituals, hence they shouldn't be associated with any specific religion or faith. The Vedas are much older than the religion itself because the concept of religion in our country came some 3000 years ago but prior to that entire world was governed by laws of Vedas."Ramdev further stated that Patanjali Yogpeeth is constantly making efforts in the promotion of the Vedas and its teachings. Around 500 students are getting educated at its gurukul.When asked about his struggle against black money, he said
Owen Wilson to be father for third time
Actor Owen Wilson, who has already two children with two different former girlfriends, is going to be a father for a third time.
Kovind, Modi greet Lata Mangeshkar on 89th birthday
President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wished legendary Indian playback singer and Bharat Ratna recipient Lata Mangeshkar on her 89th birthday, praying for her long life and good health.
Cardi b reveals how she balances motherhood and fashion
American rapper Cardi B, who welcomed her daughter Kulture two months back, opened up about how difficult is the job of a mother, when you still have to rock at fashion shows.The 25-year-old rapper took to her Instagram account to reveal that she used duct tape to lift her breasts during the Paris Fashion Week.Sharing a video of the same, she captioned the post as, "Kulture did me bad"The 'Bodack Yellow' artist can be seen wearing nothing but a duct tape from the back of her shoulders which goes down covering her breasts, accompanying it with a bold makeup and her hair pulled back into a ponytail.Ranting about it, she said, "this shit is crazy, I have never done this in my life" and blamed her daughter for this. She also disclosed that she had never used duct tape before this and hinted that she might have to go for a plastic surgery.Meanwhile, Cardi B's feud with Nicki Minaj has been making news and is far from over as they are trying to maintain their distance.Cardi B a.k.a Belcalis
Modi dedicates UN 'Champions of the Earth' award to nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his gratitude to the global community for conferring upon him the United Nations (UN)'s "Champions of the Earth" award and dedicated it to the countrymen and the country's tradition of coexisting with nature.
Manoharsinh Jadeja made a mark as dedicated legislator and good administrator: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday offered his condolences over the death of former Gujarat Minister Manoharsinh Jadeja. Jadeja who had served as finance minister in the erstwhile Congress government in Gujarat died at his residence in Rajkot Thursday. He was 83. Manoharsinh, popularly known as 'Dada', was the descendant of the royal family of Rajkot. "Saddened by the demise of former Gujarat Minister Shri Manoharsinh Jadeja Ji. Respected across party lines, he made a mark as a dedicated legislator and good administrator. My thoughts are with his family and well wishers in this sad hour," he tweeted.
Lil Xan blames himself for breakup with Noah Cyrus
American rapper Lil Xan has said that he was to blame for his breakup with ex-girlfriend and singer Noah Cyrus.The rapper and Cyrus had a short-lived romance and their recent spilt shook their fans as the two had a nasty public breakup on Instagram. But weeks after their super messy breakup, Lil Xan took full responsibility for the same, reported E! Online.Xan recently appeared on Complex's show 'Open Late with Peter Rosenberg' and while talking to the host, he said, "Honest to God, I would say like most of the reason the breakup happened was because of me."The 22-year-old rapper also added, "It was my fault", he confessed while taking on the show, "We could have still been together, but I just feel like If--ked everything up! It also put me in a darker place because I was getting slammed left and right."In an earlier interview with Adam Grandmaison, the rapper had called his relationship with Cyrus "toxic", however, adding that he had "nothing but love for the Cyrus family."While ...
Marathi writer Kavita Mahajan passes away
Noted Marathi writer and novelist Kavita Mahajan passed away here Thursday evening following a brief illness, family sources said. Mahajan, 51, was a recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award. She was suffering from pneumonia for the past few days and was undergoing treatment at a private hospital, sources said. Born on September 5, 1967 at Nanded in central Maharashtra, Mahajan was known for her critically acclaimed novels such as "Brr" and "Bhinna". She had received the Sahitya Akademi award for her Marathi translation of "Rajai", a collection of short stories by Urdu writer Ismat Chugtai. Mahajan is survived by her daughter.
Haryana Steelers name Yogeshwar as ambassador
Haryana Steelers have appointed Olympic bronze medallist wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt as their brand ambassador ahead of the VIVO Pro Kabaddi League. Haryana Steelers CEO Mustafa Ghouse felt they found the perfect fit in Yogeshwar. "We are delighted to have Yogeshwar joining the Haryana Steelers as Team Ambassador. He has, through the years, been a fantastic role model to everyone beyond the wrestling mat. He is an icon for the country and the state and we are certain his presence will help elevate the sport in all the right ways." Yogeshwar, who has been honoured with the Padma Shri, the Arjuna Award and the Khel Ratna for his contributions to sport, was happy about his new role. "Haryana has always been a home to kabaddi and when JSW Group bought a team that represented the state on a national platform, I was quite delighted. I look forward to seeing how we can work together to deepen the state's association with the sport through the Steelers and I look forward to cheering for the team .
PM enquires about well being of naval officer Abhilash Tomy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with Naval office Abhilash Tomy who was rescued from high seas following a mishap during a solo circumnavigation sailing tour. The 39-year-old naval officer was left adrift 3,500 kilometres from western Australia with a serious back injury when he was rescued through an internationally coordinated effort on Monday. A solo competitor in the Golden Globe round-the-world race, he was badly injured during a storm that damaged his vessel in the Indian Ocean on Friday. "Spoke to @abhilashtomy and enquired about his wellbeing. Every Indian is praying for his quick recovery. I also compliment the teams that were involved in his rescue," Modi tweeted. The prime minister said he has fond memories of his meeting with Tomy when he came with the team of INSV Tarini. Modi also posted a couple of photographs with the naval officer.
Rijiju, Salman announce MTB Arunachal Mountain Bicycle Race
Union minister Kiren Rijiju and Bollywood star Salman Khan attended a curtain-raiser event for the second 'MTB Arunachal Mountain Bicycle Race' here Thursday. The 650-km race from Mechuka Valley in Arunachal Pradesh to the state's capital Itanagar will start on November 14, and participants are expected to finish it within seven days. "Google Earth has described the route from Mechuka to Itanagar as the world's toughest, so this bicycle race would be the toughest bicycle rally," said Rijiju. On the way, riders will pass through dense rain forests and river-beds, he said. "More than 100 professional cyclists from 10 countries along with some members of our paramilitary forces are participating in it," he said. Salman said he has special affection for the Northeastern state as his film "Tubelight" was set there. "I personally support cycling as it is good for health and you don't get injured severely (in case of accident). Compared to motorcycle, you will not get hurt as ..
PM Modi dedicates 'Champions of the Earth' award to Indian tradition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday dedicated the United Nations' (UN) Champions of the Earth award to all Indians and the country's tradition of coexisting with nature."I would like to express my gratitude to the global community for conferring this honour upon me. This honour is not meant for any individual, but rather for the great Indian tradition through which , for centuries, we have been taught values like coexistence with nature," the Prime Minister said as a part of his acceptance speech.He further expressed delight to see that the world has finally started accepting the importance of nature. "The struggle with nature has brought destruction, both on mankind as well as on nature. In this changing situation, all of us are putting emphasis on protecting nature. Whether you call it global warming, carbon emission, whether you are referring to 'developed countries' or 'developing countries', no matter what phrase you use, ultimately, we must all focus on climate justice," ...