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I avoid using humour fearing misinterpretation: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that he avoids using humour as he fears that his comments could be twisted and misinterpreted."I have always used humour to lighten a difficult situation. But nowadays I fear that my words will be twisted and misinterpreted," he said."I still joke around with my friends and officers," he added.PM Modi also said that he has many "good friends" in the Opposition and added that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sends personally-selected Kurtas and sweets to him.
Journalist shot dead in N.Ireland to be laid to rest Wednesday
A journalist killed by dissident republican paramilitaries in Northern Ireland is to be laid to rest on Wednesday, in a "celebration of her life" spent chronicling the troubled history of the province. Lyra McKee, 29, was shot in the head on Thursday as rioters clashed with police in Londonderry, the second city of the British province. On Tuesday dissident republican faction the New IRA claimed responsibility and apologised, saying the shots had been aimed at the police. The killing evoked memories of the three decades of violent strife in Northern Ireland and sparked condemnation across the political spectrum also in the neighbouring Republic of Ireland. McKee's partner Sara Canning said her funeral at St Anne's Cathedral in Belfast would be a "celebration of her life". McKee established her career writing about the so-called "ceasefire babies" -- the generation which came of age after the 1998 Good Friday Agreement which ended the conflict known as "The Troubles". She also wrote as
I didn't complain of EVM malfunction fearing punishment: Former Assam DGP Harekrishna Deka
Former Assam DGP Harekrishna Deka has alleged that the voter-verifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT) machine at a polling booth here had malfunctioned as the machine displayed some other name and not the one he had voted for.Deka, however, said he did not lodge a formal complaint fearing punishment if the claim is not proved."My polling booth was Lachit Nagar LP School and I was the first to go inside. It was a bit late but I don't know the reason. However, when I voted, it didn't show the name of the candidate against whom I have pressed the button. It showed somebody else name," said Harekrishna Deka on Tuesday."I told them that there is some anomaly. They said that I can challenge it. They told that they will give me a receipt and I will have to pay Rs two and then it will be checked. However, they said that in case I have given a false complaint I will be punished for six months," said the former DGP."I don't want to take the risk," he said adding " How do I know how will it be ...
BJP hoping celebrities will help swing undecided voters in its favour
The BJP, which has fielded a number of celebrities in the ongoing election, feels that these popular faces will help the party win over the undecided voters, especially as the EVMs and postal ballot papers would carry photograph of all candidates for the first time in Lok Sabha polls. The party on Tuesday added film star Sunny Deol to its list of celebrities from movies to sports who have been nominated as BJP's candidates in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. The party also renominated actress Kirron Kher from Chandigarh. "The BJP has fielded those celebrities who have been associated with the party for a long time and conform to its ideological moorings. Nominating such candidates helps the party to expands its base," BJP spokesperson GVL Narsimha Rao said while elaborating on the reason behind fielding eminent personalities instead of local political leaders. Pictures of celebrity candidates on the ballot paper can influence the undecided voters as they are familiarise with them and can ...
CSJS honours Goswami with best sportsperson award
Jhulan Goswami, world's leading wicket-taker in women's one-day internationals, was awarded the Best Sportsperson' award by the Calcutta Sports Journalists' Club here Tuesday. The CSJS also honoured Bengal's Ranji Trophy winning captain and former national selector Sambaran Banerjee and former India winger Sukumar Samajpati with the Lifetime Achievement' awards. Awardees: Best Sportsperson: Jhulan Goswami; Lifetime Achievement awards: Sambaran Banerjee and Sukumar Samajpati; Special award (bridge): Shibnath De Sarkar and Pranab Bardhan; Special award (kabaddi): Payel Chowdhury; Promising Sportsperson of the Year: Neelash Saha. State awards: Best cricketer: Tanusree Sarkar; Best footballer: Pritam Kotal; Best athlete: Lily Das; Best chess player: Utsab Chatterjee; Best TT player: Krittwika Sinha Roy.
Two days left for TT Marathon entries to close
Over 3,500 entries from across the country in different sections of eight categories have been received for the first Indian Table Tennis Marathon 2019, to be held between May 1 and 5 in the capital. The Table Tennis Marathon has the blessing of the Delhi State Table Tennis Association as well the Table Tennis Federation of India. The marathon, a first of its kind and organized by the Table Tennis Foundation and powered by STAG, carries prizes worth more than Rs7.5 lakhs in cash and kind and is aimed at creating a Guinness record for the largest participation ever with top paddlers of the country likely to be competing. The top eight paddlers in each of the categories will also gain as they will carry home a decent prize money and a trophy. The TTF has been able to rope in a number of sponsors and associates like ONGC, IGL, IOCL, THE HINDU, STAG and a few more and with entries pouring in from across the nation, the event looks to get its name etched in the Guinness Book of World ...
Sri Lanka attacks: Mass funerals held as nation mourns
The first mass funerals were held on Tuesday as Sri Lanka marks a day of mourning for the victims of the Easter Sunday bombings that killed 321 people. The mass funeral was held at the St Sebastian's church in Negombo, north of Colombo, which was one of the places targeted in the deadly suicide blasts, local media reported. The funerals were held at the damaged church in western Sri Lanka, where as many as 100 parishioners were killed by a suicide bomber, it said. Earlier, a moment of silence was observed, reflecting the time the first of six bombs detonated. Flags were lowered to half mast and people bowed their heads in silence in respect to the victims as well as the 500 people injured in the attacks. The funeral comes amid a state of emergency which was imposed on Monday, the report added. The police have so far detained 40 suspects in connection with the attacks, a spokesman said on Tuesday. The Islamic State group on Tuesday claimed a series of bombings that killed more than 321
Simplilearn Wins Stevie Award for Innovation in Customer Service Management, Planning & Practice
/ -- Digital economy training company Simplilearn was named the winner of a Silver Stevie Award for Innovation in the Customer Service Management, Planning & Practice: All Other Industries category in the sixth annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. This is the second Stevie Award that Simplilearn has won globally in 2019 and the company's fourth to date, adding to the 2018 Gold Stevie Award for 'Customer Success, All Other Industries' and a 2016 Stevie Award for Best Training Site. (Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/535442/Simplilearn_Logo.jpg ) (Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/875722/Simplilearn_Wins_Stevie__Award.jpg ) The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards program to recognize innovation in the workplace in all 29 nations of the Asia-Pacific region. The Stevie Awards are widely considered to be the world's premier business awards, conferring recognition for achievement in programs such as The International Business Awards for 17 years. The award
Kohli fan named winner of Global Sports Fan Award
Ahead of the biggest & first ever Global Sports Fan Awards, Sugumar D., an ardent fan of Indian skipper Virat Kohli, has been announced as the second recipient of the Global Sports Fan Awards, joining the bandwagon with Sachin Tendulkar worshipper Sudhir Kumar, who is the first recipient of the award.
Bella Hadid wishes Gigi in the most adorable way
As Gigi Hadid turns 24 today, sister Bella reminisced their memories together and wished Gigi with a heartfelt Instagram post.The 22-year old American model, Bella Hadid shared a series of pictures with sister Gigi Hadid, wishing her in the most lovable way."Happy birthday to my best friend by blood and by choice. I am so lucky. Yu are everything good, my sweet sister. Your empathy, love, loyalty and work ethic are some of the reasons you are so beyond loved by so many," the post read."Your creativity and energy to always go above and beyond surprises and excites me everyday!!! I am so inspired by you and every single endeavour that you take. I will be by your side for every single one you take in the future!" she added.Bella described herself as her biggest fan and wrote, "I am your #1fan forever and I can't wait for forever of birthdays with you!!!!! I love you My little ball of sunshine."From make-up rooms to media appearances, the series of pictures features a little Gigi holding .
Britney Spears takes break from mental health facility to spend time with Sam Asghari
American singer-songwriter Britney Spears has not made many public appearances since she checked into a mental health facility earlier this month, but she made an exception to spend some time with her boyfriend Sam Asghari.The pop-star took a break from the health facility to celebrate Easter over the weekend, reported E! News. During her public outing, she looked "happy and relaxed", a source revealed.According to an eyewitness at the Montage Beverly Hills Hotel, the 37-year-old singer was seen in good spirits after enjoying Easter Sunday with her beau."The singer emerged from the hotel looking relaxed and happy with Sam guiding her out and getting the door for her," the eyewitness said.Apparently, the songstress "spent a relaxing day at the upscale hotel" with Asghari."Britney appeared happy, smiling as she emerged and headed to her car in a summer dress and Birkenstocks. Sam is clearly looking out for his long-time girlfriend, he made sure to walk ahead of her and see her to her ...
Prince William and Kate Middleton shares adorable pictures of son Prince Louis
Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, shared a series of adorable pictures of the young royal Prince Louis, ahead of his first birthday.The Kensington Palace posted three pictures and wrote, "The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are delighted to share three new photographs of Prince Louis ahead of his first birthday tomorrow. The photographs were taken earlier this month by The Duchess at their home in Norfolk."The three candid shots which were taken by Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge at their residence in Norfolk, finds Louis playing in nature. The young royal can be seen dressed in a Maroon and blue sweater with a playful smile on his face.The entire world is now waiting to hear the news of the 'Duke and Duchess of Sussex's' first child, whose due date is inching closer.Recently Meghan Markle's mother Doria Ragland flew all the way from Los Angeles to the UK, ahead of the birth of her first grandchild, reported People.In a statement released by the .
Luxembourg's Grand Duke Jean dies aged 98
Luxembourg's Grand Duke Jean, who reigned over his country for 36 years before abdicating in 2000, has died aged 98, his son Henri announced Tuesday. He had been admitted to hospital earlier this month for a pulmonary infection. "It is with great sadness that I inform you of the death of my beloved father, His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Jean, who has passed away in peace, surrounded by the affection of his family," Grand Duke Henri, who succeeded his father in the largely ceremonial role in 2000, said in a statement. Luxembourgers have remained very attached to Jean, who was a soldier in the British army during the Second World War, and participated at the D-Day landings. "His disappearance is a great loss for the Grand Duchy and for Europe", tweeted European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker, a former prime minister of the country of about 600,000 people wedged between Belgium, France and Germany. Jean's last public appearance dates back to the end of March, during a forum .
Mass funeral held for Sri Lanka blasts victims
The first mass funeral was held in Sri Lanka on Tuesday as the country marks a day of mourning for the victims of the Easter Sunday bombings that killed 310 people.
UK's Royal Family releases Prince Louis's new images
Three new photographs of Britain's Prince Louis were released by his parents, Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, ahead of his first birthday on Tuesday.
Japanese Emperor visits father's tomb before abdication
Japans outgoing Emperor Akihito on Tuesday visited the tomb of his father on the outskirts of Tokyo, in one of the last official ceremonies before his abdication on April 30.
Chalakudy sitting MP Innocent votes, cracks jokes
Ace comedian and sitting Chalakudy Lok Sabha member Innocent on Tuesday cast his vote here at one of his many schools that he had studied in.
Bhopal: Muslim board files complaint against Sadhvi Pragya
All India Ulama Board on Monday filed a complaint to lodge an FIR against BJP Lok Sabha candidate from Bhopal, Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur for hurting sentiments of the Muslim community through her Babri Masjid demolition remark.The complaint has been filed at Aishbagh Police Station. The Muslim board has urged to lodge an FIR against Thakur under Sections 124A, 153A, 153B, 147, 505A, 298 and 295 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).The District Election Officer and Collector Sudam Khade had on Monday directed the police to file an FIR against Thakur for her remark on the demolition of Babri Masjidin Ayodhya.The Election Officer found her statement in violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) which is in force during polling.On April 21, Thakur had said: "I will go to construct the Ram Temple. I have said it yesterday and I am not denying it that I had gone there. I have demolished Babri structure. He is my Ram ji and no one can stop me from making a grand Ram Temple. The nation is Ram, ..
White House hosts Easter Egg Roll for 141st year
White House Easter Egg Roll was held on the South Lawn on Monday as the annual tradition entered its 141st year.
Dismiss Thackeray memorial PIL as petitioner dislikes late
The Bal Thackeray Memorial Trust Monday told the Bombay High Court that a PIL opposing the proposed memorial of the late Shiv Sena chief in the city be dismissed as it said the petitioner had filed the plea because he "disliked" Balasaheb Thackeray. The Trust is headed by Shiv Sena chief and the late leader's son Uddhav Thackeray. Justifying the state's decision to construct the memorial at Dadar, the Trust told HC that Bal Thackeray was an extremely popular political figure and committed to the cause of a "unique Maharashtrian identity". It argued that the opposition to such a memorial was clearly malafide and arose out of an "animosity" that the petitioner, activist Bhagwanji Rayani, harboured towards Thackeray. The Trust made such submissions in an affidavit filed before a bench of Chief Justice Pradeep Nandrajog and Justice N M Jamdar. The bench was hearing the PIL filed by Rayani and a city based NGO alleging that the approval for the memorial violated a previous Supreme ...
