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Motherhood has intensified fire in the belly: Williams
American tennis star Serena Williams, who will be participating in her third Grand Slam tournament after giving birth to daughter Alexis Olympia, has said that motherhood has intensified the fire in her belly and she is working hard to do well in the upcoming 2018 US Open.The 36-year-old further expressed the confidence that all her hard work would definitely pay off."If anything, [after becoming a mom] I have more fire in my belly. It's very hard to describe. It's very difficult to describe. I thought after having a child I would be more relaxed. I think I've said this before, but I'm not. I work just as hard if not harder actually. I just feel like I take it just as serious if not more. That's been really surprising for me," WTA official website quoted Williams, as saying."I feel like I have to just be happy, you know, continue to work hard. I've been working incredibly hard. I feel like it will for sure pay off eventually," she added.Reflecting on her preparations ahead of the ...
I always hoped to get accepted: Kangana Ranaut
National Award winning actress Kangana Ranaut, who walked as the showstopper at the Lakme Fashion Week ramp here, says during her growing up days, she used to impersonate models and always hoped she would be accepted in showbiz.
Virtual pooch could help prevent dog bites
Scientists have created a virtual pooch that may be used as an educational tool to help prevent dog bites. The proof of concept virtual reality (VR) experience lets people approach and interact with a dog displaying signs of aggression in a safe and controlled way. It teaches adults and children to recognise specific behaviours displayed by dogs, which could potentially lead to an attack or incident if not correctly identified. Researchers from University of Liverpool in the UK wanted to explore whether a digital tool could help people identify a range of stress and threat behaviours typically exhibited by dogs, which have the potential to lead to a bite. They made certain that the body language and detail shown in the virtual environment was both realistic and a truthful reflection of real-world canine behaviour. As the user approaches the dog, the behaviour and body language of the dog gradually changes, the dog's behaviour begins to display signs of aggression including licking its
Raksha Bandhan: Late police constable's sister ties rakhi to his statue
Shanti Udke, sister of late police constable Rajesh Gaikwad, who died during a search operation in 2014, ties a 'rakhi' to his statue every Raksha Bandhan.Posted in Sukma's Tongpal area, Gaikwad was killed by Naxals on March 11, 2014."I shared a very special relationship with my brother. He was posted in Tongpal. However, he passed away during a search operation in 2014. I feel bad that I can't tie a Rakhi to him in person, but I'm proud of him. He was my only sibling," Udke told ANI.Raksha Bandhan is being celebrated across India today.In a press conference earlier this month, Special Director General (Anti-Naxal Operations) DM Awasthi said that from January 2016 till now security forces have conducted 518 encounters against Naxals and recovered 678 arms."From January 2016 till now, 2734 Naxals have been arrested and 1852 Naxals have surrendered before police due to government's surrender policy," Awasthi had said.He added that a total of 137 security personnel have lost their lives .
Mamata, Guv greet people on Raksha Bandhan
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today greeted people on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. "Heartiest greetings to all my brothers and sisters on the occasion of Rakhi Bandhan. Inspired by the ideals of Rabindranath Tagore, we observe this day as 'Sanskriti Dibas' in Bangla," Banerjee wrote on Twitter. Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi also extended his good wishes and said the festival strengthens the support base of relationship. "The festival symbolises not only the deep love between a sister and a brother but also strengthens the support base of relationship. All brothers and sisters observe the ceremony with affection, respect, faith and deep wish for mutual wellness," he said in a statement.
US senator John McCain dead at 81: office
US senator John McCain, a celebrated war hero known for reaching across the aisle in an increasingly divided America, died today after losing a battle to brain cancer, his office said. He was 81. "Senator John Sidney McCain III died at 4:28pm on August 25, 2018. With the senator when he passed were his wife Cindy and their family," his office said in a statement. "At his death, he had served the United States of America faithfully for 60 years.
Ariana Grande defends fiance Pete Davidson
Singer Ariana Grande has come out in support of her fiance and actor Pete Davidson, who was mocked for his looks.
Liam's work schedule reason behind split with Cheryl
Singer Cheryl Tweedy is said to have broken up with former One Direction star Liam Payne due to his less involvement in handling their 17-month-old son Bear.
Judge me on the basis of my capability: Rahul
Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said his family has not been in power since his father's time, stressing that he should be judged on the basis of his capability.
Cop drowns in bid to recover bag from sinking car in AP
A 30-year old police sub-inspector and his mother escaped after their car plunged into a canal but the man allegedly drowned minutes later while trying to recover a bag from the vehicle today in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, police said. The car in which Vamsidhar and his mother were travelling went out of control and fell into the irrigation canal apparently after one of its tyres got punctured, they said. The SI managed to jump to safety and als helped his mother to come out. But tragedy struck soon as he drowned after entering the waters to recover the bag from the sinking car, they said. Vamsidhar and his mother who hailed from Koduru village were returning home after attending a wedding when the mishap occurred, police said.
Govt seeks nominations for national CSR awards
For the first time, the government has invited nominations for national CSR awards. The Corporate Affairs Ministry would give awards for CSR works under the Companies Act, according to a release. Under the Act, certain class of profitable companies are required to shell out at least two per cent of their three-year annual average net profit towards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. Entries for nominations for the first National CSR awards have been invited from ministries and departments of central and state governments, union territories, the release issued today said. Besides, professional institutions -- ICSI, ICAI, ICMAI -- as well as and national level trade and industry chambers. "There are a total 20 number of prizes for national CSR awards," the release said. A nominating organisation can nominate up to 10 entries in all categories of awards. The last date for submissions is September 30.
CJI to deliver first Madhusudan Das memorial lecture
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dipak Misra will deliver the first Madhusudan Das Memorial lecture at the MS Law College here tomorrow. The CJI will speak on "Role of Lawyers in the Dispensation of Justice Delivery System", the college principal Dr Sukant K Nanda said here today. Utkal University vice chancellor Dr S M Patnaik will preside over the function, it will be attended by Chief Justice of Orissa High Court, K S Jhaveri as Guest of Honour, he said. "Although, the college is named after legendary Utkal Gaurav Madhusudan Das and had been functioning for more than eight decades now, this is for the first time we are organising a memorial lecture in his name," Nanda said.
WB guv greets people on Rakshabandhan eve
West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi today conveyed his heartiest greetings and good wishes to the people of state on the eve of the Rakhsabandhan and hoped that the festival would strengthen social unity and national integrity of the country. He said that Rakhsabandhan symbolises not only the deep love between a sister and a brother but also strengthens the support base of relationship. "The festival symbolises not only the deep love between a sister and a brother but also strengthens the support base of relationship. All brothers and sisters observe the ceremony with affection, respect, faith and deep wish for mutual wellness," Tripathi said in a statement. The governor expressed his confidence that "successful observation of this unique tradition of Indian culture will also strengthen social unity and national integrity", he said.
Nooyi to be honored with Asia Society's Game Changer of the Year 2018 award
PepsiCo's India-born CEO Indra Nooyi will be honoured with the Game Changer of the Year award by a global cultural organisation in recognition of her business achievements, humanitarian record and advocacy for women and girls around the world. The 2018 Asia Game Changer Awards will be given in October to individuals and institutions who have broken barriers, defined courage, worked miracles, and in turn inspired their fellow citizens of the world. "Indra Nooyi is truly a transformational leader,"said Asia Society President and CEO Josette Sheeran. In my United Nations work, I have witnessed firsthand her humanitarian leadership, as she steered Pepsi's life-saving collaboration with the United Nations on food, nutrition, global water, climate, and women's empowerment issues. Nooyi leads a group of other revolutionary women as Asia Society's Game Changers at a time when their issues and voices are at the forefront of public discourse: the Afghan Girls Robotics Team who has made waves at
Sia admits to 'dieting like crazy'
Singer Sia says she struggled with her body image for many years as she wanted to fit the stereotype of a pop star.
Kofi Annan to be buried in Ghana on September 13
Former UN Secretary-General and Noble Peace Prize laureate Kofi Annan will be laid to rest in his home country Ghana on September 13, the country's President Akufo-Addo has said.
This virtual pooch can help prevent dog bites
Researchers have developed a virtual dog that can soon be used as an educational tool to help prevent dog bites.
Emma Watson to star in 'Little Women'?
'Harry Potter' star Emma Watson is in talks to join the cast of Greta Gerwig's 'Little Women'.According to Variety, the 28-year-old is playing the part that was originally intended for Emma Stone, who was unable to join the project due to scheduling conflicts.Meryl Streep, Laura Dern, Saoirse Ronan and Timothee Chalamet are also in talks to star in the adaptation of the Louisa May Alcott classic.The novel, which follows the March sisters - Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy - in post-Civil War America, has gone through numerous adaptations.It was previously adapted into a 1994 feature starring Winona Ryder, Christian Bale, Susan Sarandon and Kirsten Dunst.
Trump cancels Pompeo North Korea trip
US President Donald Trump today announced the cancellation of his top diplomat's upcoming visit to North Korea, while taking a swipe at China over efforts to disarm the nuclear state. "I have asked Secretary of State Mike Pompeo not to go to North Korea, at this time, because I feel we are not making sufficient progress with respect to the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula," Trump said by tweet. "Additionally, because of our much tougher Trading stance with China, I do not believe they are helping with the process of denuclearization as they once were (despite the UN Sanctions which are in place)," Trump said.
Kofi Annan to receive state burial in Ghana on Sept 13
Former United Nations secretary general Kofi Annan will receive a state funeral and burial in Ghana on September 13, the Ghanaian president said today, calling it "a major event for our country". The announcement was made by President Nana Akufo-Addo following a meeting with Annan's family in Accra. Annan, a Ghanaian national and Nobel peace laureate, died on Saturday at the age of 80 after a short illness. "Kofi Annan was one of the most illustrious people of this generation. He was like an elderly brother," Akufo-Addo said. "It's going to be a major event for our country... I expect many leaders to be present," he said, adding that he would be buried in Accra's new military cemetery. Born in Kumasi, the capital city of Ghana's Ashanti region, Annan devoted four decades of his working life to the UN and was the first chief from sub-Saharan Africa. Following his death in Switzerland, where he lived not far from the UN European headquarters in Geneva, Akufo-Addo announced a week of ...