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Thai party behind Princess bid prepared to seek royal pardon
The Thai Raksa Chart Party is prepared to seek a royal pardon in a bid to keep its MP candidates in the electoral race. This comes after the public reprimand by Thailand's reigning monarch over the party footing Princess Ubolratana as its Prime Ministerial candidate for the upcoming elections. Quoting sources, Bangkok Post also reported that executives behind the princess fiasco may resign to the keep the party's prospectives for the March 24 elections afloat.Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn, labelled his older sister, Princess Ubolratana's foray into politics as "inappropriate," because she is a part of the royal family."Any attempt to involve a high-level member of the Royal Family in the political process - by whatever means, would be tantamount to breaching time-honoured royal traditions, customs and national culture. Such action must be deemed transgression and most inappropriate," a statement issued by Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs quoted the King as saying.The Thai .
Kate Middleton pays homage to Princess Diana at BAFTAs
The Duchess of Cambridge was seen in a one-shouldered, white Alexander McQueen gown at the BAFTAs.Kate Middleton coupled it with a special pair of earrings once owned by her late mother-in-law, the Princess of Wales, revealed The Hollywood Reporter.The diamond-and-pearl sparklers were sported by Princess Diana on numerous occasions, including to a gala dinner in aid of cancer research in London in 1995. Middleton rounded out the look with a diamond bracelet and glittering Jimmy Choo heels.The Duchess of Cambridge, arrived with her husband, Prince William, who also serves as the president of BAFTA. The couple were greeted on the red carpet by BAFTA CEO Amanda Berry before taking their front-row seats at the show.Later, the Duke of Cambridge, clad in a black tux, took to the stage with Cate Blanchett to introduce Martin Scorsese's longtime film editor Thelma Schoonmaker, recipient of this year's BAFTA Fellowship award.
Naidu attacks Modi, asks if people are aware PM has wife
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for alleging that the TDP chief was busy promoting the rise of his son and asked if people were aware that the Prime Minister has a wife. Addressing a gathering here, he said, "He spoke of my son. He called me father of Lokesh. I must tell you I am proud of him. But, do you know he has a wife whom he has left? You did not even divorce Jashodaben. I am saying all this because you spoke about my personal matters. Otherwise, I would not have raised it as I have manners."The TDP president said he loved his family and respected it.He even wore a black shirt in protest against the Prime Minister's visit to the state.Attacking Modi, he said, "Your policies have collapsed the country's economic system. Demonetisation and GST have been a failure."During a rally in Guntur on Sunday, the Prime Minister had alleged that while Naidu had promised sunrise for Andhra Pradesh, he was busy in ...
NGMA committees were not dissolved, clarifies director after Palekar's allegation
Two days after Amol Palekar had allegedly criticised the Ministry of Culture for scrapping the local artists' advisory committees at the gallery's centres in Mumbai and Bengaluru National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) Director General, Adwaita Gadanayak clarified that the committees have not been dissolved but their terms have ended recently.Speaking to ANI, Gadanayak said, "The Advisory Committees of NGMA Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi have not been dissolved. Their terms have ended recently. The committees are in the process of being reconstituted. The recommendations of previous Advisory Committees (which are upto December 2019 for NGMA, Mumbai) will be honoured and exhibitions of artists will happen as proposed. The new advisory committee will take a decision relating to future exhibitions." Palekar had on Friday attended 'Inside the Empty Box', an exhibition held in honour of renowned artist Prabhakar Barwe. While addressing the gathering, he had allegedly criticised the Ministry of .
Bhushan Kumar seeks goddess Saraswati's blessings for creative world
T-series owner Bhushan Kumar said on Sunday that everyone in creative world should be blessed by goddess Saraswati as she is the goddess of creativity.
94 vehicles participate in Statesman Vintage and Classic Car Rally
The 53rd edition of the Statesman Vintage and Classic Car Rally was held here on Sunday with 94 vehicles taking part in the event. The vehicles participated in the rally under four categories -- Vintage, Classic, Post-War and Others. There were 37 cars from the Vintage category, eight from the Classic section, 18 from Post-War section and 31 from Others category. Among the standout cars were a Lanchester (1927), Chevrolet (1927), Austin (1928), Rolls Royce (1928), Ford (1929), Buick (1929), Morris Minor (1929). The cars, that were vying for 53 trophies, were evaluated on the basis of performance, maintenance, originality and unique features. Sanjaya Gupta, Managing Director of PNB Housing, flagged off the rally from Statesman House, Barakhamba Road, at 10 am to loud cheers from the assembled crowd of vintage enthusiasts and curious onlookers. Chairman of The Statesman, R P Gupta, and its Editor and Managing Director, Ravindra Kumar, were present on the dais. The cars then made their ..
No plans to hang boots: 97-yr-old Indian-origin man renews driving licence in UAE
A 97-year-old Indian-origin man in the UAE has got his driving licence renewed for the next four years, a media report has said. Tehemten Homi Dhunjiboy Mehta, who was born in 1922, could become the first centenarian to be driving on Dubai roads in three years. His licence is valid until October 2023, Gulf News reported Saturday. Coincidentally, Prince Philip, the 97-year-old husband of British Queen Elizabeth II, has voluntarily surrendered his driving licence, weeks after the duke miraculously escaped unhurt in a terrifying accident that injured two women in another car. Mehta, a Kenyan of Indian descent, lives alone and is in no hurry to hit the roads as he thinks cars make people lazy. He prefers to walk -- sometimes up to four hours daily. The long-time Dubai resident, who never married, last drove a vehicle in 2004. He now uses public transport or travels around on foot. "Don't tell anyone. It's the secret of my robust health and long life. And yes, I don't smoke or drink," ...
Pitt spotted outside Aniston's party
Actor Brad Pitt stood outside a hotel where his former wife Jennifer Aniston was celebrating her 50th birthday party.
Not only cricketers, other sportspersons score big in endorsement deals
With India doing well in a range of Olympic sports in recent years, sportspersons in disciplines other than cricket have also started to score lucrative endorsement deals.
Amol Palekar's speech interrupted after he criticises government
Veteran actor-director Amol Palekar was interrupted during a speech at an event at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) here when he criticised the government.
Khloe Kardashian reveals how she teaches True self-confidence
American reality star Khloe Kardashian has the perfect mantra to raise children right.Khloe recently opened up about practicing positive affirmations with her 10-month-old daughter True every day, reported People.In an interview with The Daily Telegraph's Stellar magazine cited by People, the 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' star reflected upon how every day she and True, say "positive affirmations" together. "I never, ever considered myself chubby or overweight. I didn't know that I was until I went on TV, and everyone told me that I was 'fat.' I never felt that way, because my family never allowed me to," Khloe explained during the interview."As silly as it sounds, I do positive affirmations with her in the morning," the 34-year-star said, adding that even though "it's so corny," they "sit in front of the mirror" and say, "I am beautiful."The proud mother went on to share, "It's my job to make her feel, no matter what she looks like, that she is strong and confident and beautiful,
Chris Hemsworth launching fitness app
Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth is launching a fitness app called Centr which will connect users with health experts. The 35-year-old Australian actor will launch the app on Monday, February 11, reported People magazine. "I believe we all have untapped potential. And we all need support to achieve our goals. Centr puts the world's best in the palm of your hand, to help you develop a healthier body, stronger mind, and a happier life," Hemsworth said in a statement. The app will provide subscribers with customised exercise and meal plans, all of which are accessible online or on a phone, and gives them a chance to keep things interesting by bouncing between a variety of different workouts. The users will also be able to exercise at home while participating in 20-40 minute long workouts, ranging from HIIT (high-intensity interval training), boxing, yoga, strength training and MMA exercises. One of the experts involved with the app is Hemsworth's wife, Elsa Pataky, who helped in ensuring ..
Taylor Swift, Joe Alwyn enjoy some quality time together
American singer Taylor Swift and actor Joe Alwyn enjoyed some quality time together at a pub.The two were recently spotted spending the evening out together at The Spaniards Inn in London's Hampstead neighbourhood, reported E! Online.Alwyn wore a tweed coat, grey sweater and dark pants for the evening while Swift opted for a black coat and purple jeans along with a scarf on her head.A source told E! News the 'Reputation' singer and her beau had a "lovely evening" out at the pub."They were there for several hours on a cold and rainy night. They were in great spirits, cozied up together and gazing at each other with smiles. They seem to really enjoy being at the local neighbourhood pubs and frequent them often when they are in town," the insider shared.The source also shared that their nights out together are "their perfect way to get out and do exactly what they like to do."The duo was also very polite and friendly with the staff at the pub. The insider said Alwyn and Swift were ...
Here's what Miley Cyrus absolutely needed at her wedding!
celebrities like to stay fit, they are also foodies like us and have favourite foods just like all of us!Before Miley Cyrus tied the knot with Liam Hemsworth late last year, the bride had one demand for their wedding."Literally, vegan chicken and dumplings," Cyrus told E! News' at the 2019 MusiCares Person of the Year gala."That was my only rider. I would do anything for dumplings. You could add nothing else. I didn't even need a dress; I was trying to wear leggings and a hoodie. I just wanted dumplings, that's all," she continued.Hemsworth is completely smitten with his lady love and talked about how she insisted on taking his last name after their wedding. During a recent appearance on 'Live With Kelly and Ryan' on Friday, Hemsworth also opened up about how Cyrus has taken his late name legally after the two got married.Cyrus and Hemsworth wed in an intimate ceremony in front of their family members and a group of close friends at their home in Franklin, Tennessee on December 23. ...
Prince Philip, 97, gives up licence after car crash
Queen Elizabeth II's 97-year-old husband Prince Philip Saturday surrendered his driving licence after causing a car crash that outraged the media and stirred a debate about old age and driving. Buckingham Palace said Philip, formally known as the Duke of Edinburgh, took the decision on his own after rolling over his Land Rover last month. "After careful consideration the Duke of Edinburgh has taken the decision to voluntarily surrender his driving licence," Buckingham Palace said in a brief statement. Police in the eastern part of England where the accident happened outside a royal residence said they had passed Philip's file to prosecutors to determine whether anyone should be charged. "Norfolk Police can confirm that the 97-year-old driver of the Land Rover involved in the collision at Sandringham ... voluntarily surrendered his licence to officers," said a police statement. "The investigation file for the collision has been passed to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for their ...
PM flays local newspapers for giving prominence to other
Prime Minister Narendra Saturday took a dig at the local newspapers saying that instead of highlighting development works they were giving prominence to other issues. ''When I saw today's newspapers in the morning, I thought there is something........but people are still coming in thousands to attend this rally'', the Prime Minister ambiguously said about the prevailing situation in the state. ''People are still coming in thousands and next time a bigger field has to be arranged.In recent times, I have addressed four rallies in North East recently and the enthusiasm in Assam is increasing with each rally breaking its earlier record but today's mammoth gathering has broken all previous records'', Modi said as he began his speech. ''I am, however, confident that the papers published from Guwahati tomorrow will not carry any of these details. You must be knowing the reason why'', he chuckled. ''The reporters present here are working very hard but their newspaper owners will
Thailand: Princess Ubolratana's PM campaign suspended after King's disapproval
Thailand's Thai Raksa Chart Party has suspended its Prime Ministerial nominee, Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi's campaign following the reigning monarch's disapproval towards the Princess' involvement in politics."Thai Raksa Chart party complies with the royal command. Right now we have to reorganize and we will release a statement shortly concerning our future plans," members from the party told DPA news agency.The Princess' younger brother, Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn, in a televised statement, labelled the latter's entry into politics as "inappropriate" as she is a member of the royal family. The participation of any high-ranking member from the royal family in politics is deemed to be against royal tradition and Thai culture."Her involvement in politics is against the long-standing national tradition and very inappropriate," the King outlined in the statement.The election commission, meanwhile, will hold a meeting on Monday to discuss the latest ...
Mayawati defends memorials after SC remark
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Saturday said parks and memorials were built in Uttar Pradesh during her regime to honour great men from among oppressed Dalit and OBCs. These have become tourist spots, generating revenue for the government, she added.
Thai princess bid for PM scuttled as party obeys royal command
Thai Princess Ubolratana's unprecedented attempt to become the country's next prime minister was abruptly nixed Saturday after her party agreed to comply with a command from the king opposing the plan. The party's announcement effectively blocking Ubolratana's candidacy came after an extraordinary rebuke by her brother King Maha Vajiralongkorn, and removes a hurdle for the ruling junta to hold onto power after the March 24 vote -- the first since a 2014 coup. The Thai Raksa Chart party, affiliated with the powerful Shinawatra political clan, had announced the princess as their candidate Friday morning. The move rattled the status quo and threatened the ambitions of the generals who have controlled Thailand since they toppled the administration of Yingluck Shinawatra almost five years ago. But the Thai king torpedoed his sister's bid in a sharply worded statement the same day that said bringing senior royal family members into politics was against tradition and "highly ...
Delhi might get either 'Jay' or 'Vijay' from Lucknow
Delhi zoo is set to greet a white tiger, which will soon arrive from the zoo in Lucknow, under an exchange programme between the two zoological parks."One of the male two offsprings Jay and Vijay born to a white tigress at Lucknow zoo will be sent to Delhi zoo, "Director of Lucknow Zoo, Rajendra Kumar Singh said.The official said this exchange is common practice in a zoo and is done to maintain genetic variation and breeding of tigers. Cross-mating is ensured to protect tigers from diseases and to increase their immunity. "We have a white tigress and her two male offspring in Lucknow Zoo. Since they can't mate, a tiger will be sent to Delhi in exchange of a tigress which will become a mate to the remaining male tiger here," Singh said.He also said permission of this exchange programme has been obtained from the central zoo authority.