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Diabetes epidemic in Asia increases risk of premature death among women, middle-aged people

New Delhi, Apr 24 (ANI): Diabetes epidemic is underway in Asia, which has increased the risk of premature death especially among women and middle-aged people, a study revealed. The research published in JAMA Network Open reported that there is an urgent need to implement diabetes management programmers tailored to the Asian population. "We found that patients with diabetes are at a substantially elevated risk of premature death, and the risk associated with diabetes is much higher than that reported by most previous studies conducted in the United States and Europe," said the study's corresponding author, Wei Zheng. China and India have the highest diabetes burdens in the world.

Heavy rainfall predicted over TN, Puducherry: IMD

Chennai, Apr 24 (ANI): Coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are likely to witness moderate to heavy rainfall beginning early next week, according to the weather department. Light to moderate rain is likely to occur at isolated places over Tamil Nadu between Tuesday and Friday, it said. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, Chennai, a low-pressure area is likely to develop over Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal and move towards the coastal region in Tamil Nadu intensifying into a storm. "A low-pressure area is very likely to develop over Equatorial Indian Ocean and adjoining South-West Bay of Bengal around 25 April. It is very likely to intensify into a depression by 27 April and move towards Tamil Nadu coast and intensify into a cyclonic storm by 29 April," said Met department official. "Due to this cyclonic activity, moderate to heavy rain likely to occur over coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on 29th

Never thought I would become Prime Minister: PM Modi to Akshay Kumar

New Delhi, Apr 24 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed to Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar that he had never thought that he would bag country's top job as his family background is such that his mother would not have been less happy had he got an ordinary office job. When Akshay asked whether the positions he is holding came naturally to him, PM Modi said it all feels unnatural to him as his background did not fit the requirement of today's politics.

Man allegedly dies in police custody in MP's Indore, mother also beaten up

Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Apr 24 (ANI): In a purported judicial malpractice, a man, accused in a theft case, has allegedly died in police custody in Madhya Pradesh's Indore. The incident was revealed when the deceased fell ill inside the police station and was transported to a nearby hospital but was declared brought dead. The deceased's mother was also admitted to hospital after she too was allegedly beaten. Police has suspended the station in-charge and has ordered judicial inquiry for the case.

Congress leader could have been attached with missile fired on Pakistan for proof: CM Fadnavis

Mumbai, Apr 24 (ANI): While addressing a public rally, Chief Minister Devendra Fadvanis on Tuesday slammed Congress party for questioning areal strike and said, "Only Pakistan and Congress party's Rahul Gandhi were asking for proof of Balakot air strike. If we had known about it, then one of your leaders could have been attached with a missile which was fired on Pakistan."

BJP felicitates Amit Mali, the youth who outwitted Digvijaya Singh

Bhopa (MP), Apr 24 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday felicitated Amit Mali, the youth from Madhya Pradesh who readily answered Congress leader Digvijaya Singh's query on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's promise of depositing Rs 15 lakh in the accounts of citizens. Speaking to ANI after being felicitated, Mali said, "He (Digvijaya Singh) had asked who all got Rs 15 lakh in their accounts, so I raised my hand. I went to the stage and told him about the surgical strikes, he made me step down from the stage. Nobody misbehaved with me afterward."Digvijaya, while addressing Congress supporters on Monday, had asked if they got Rs. 15 lakh from Narendra Modi as promised. He pointed to Mali when he raised his hand and asked him to come up on the dais to speak about whether he had received the money.The youth walked up, took the microphone and said, "PM Modi did surgical strikes and killed terrorists."

Poonam Sinha like my sister-in-law but Rajnath Singh will win in Lucknow: Uma Bharti

Lucknow (UP), Apr 24 (ANI): Union Minister Uma Bharti on Tuesday exuded confidence in Union Minister Rajnath Singh's victory in Lucknow parliamentary constituency while asserting that his rival candidate Poonam Sinha is like her sister-in-law. While speaking to ANI, she said, "Shatrughan Sinha is like my brother and it is his wife who is contesting the elections. However, in Lucknow Rajnath Singh will win with a big margin."

Katrina Kaif looks stunning in 'desi avatar' in new poster from 'Bharat'

New Delhi, Apr 24 (ANI): Actor Katrina Kaif shared her look from the upcoming film 'Bharat'. The actor, who is playing the role of Kumud Raina in the film, took to Instagram to share the look."Kumud Raina 1975 .... I had the most incredible time working on this character, the whole journey has been the most exciting for me yet, after working with Ali Abbas Zafar in three films. Can't wait for everyone to see the film," she captioned.Over the past few weeks, Salman Khan has unveiled all his five different looks from the film.'Bharat' which is one of the biggest releases of this year, is being helmed by Ali Abbas Zafar and produced by Atul Agnihotri, Alvira Khan Agnihotri, Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar.The film also features Sunil Grover, Disha Patani, Nora Fatehi in pivotal roles. Jackie Shroff, will be essaying the role of Salman's father in the film.Salman is teaming up with Ali Abbas Zafar for the third time in 'Bharat' after 'Sultan' and 'Tiger Zinda Hai'.The film is slated to hit

Twitter now boasts 330 million monthly active users amidst 'healthy platform' plans

New Delhi, Apr 24 (ANI): Twitter's Q1 2019 earnings report is here and it seems the company's attempts at making it a healthier conversation platform are paying off.Twitter recorded average monetizable daily active usage (mDAU) for the quarter at 134 million, up 11 per cent year-over-year. The average monthly active users (MAU) in Q1 were recorded at 330 million, an increase of 9 million quarter-over-quarter, Twitter said in its report.In terms of profitability, Twitter exceeded expectations with an operating income of USD 94 million and a margin of 12 per cent. The revenue went up 18 per cent, with a particular response in the US.Twitter said that ensuring and maintaining the platform's health remains the top priority for Q2, 2019. The aim remains to provide users with credible information and make Twitter a safe platform to engage in conversations.

Rehana becomes first woman from JandK's Poonch district to clear civil services exam

Poonch (JandK), Apr 24 (ANI): Rehana Bashir, who hails from a remote area in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, has become the first woman from the district to crack the coveted civil services exams. An MBBS graduate from Salwah village of Mendhar area in Poonch, she secured 187th rank in the overall merit list of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). While speaking to ANI, Bashir said, "We've fewer facilities but we aren't any less. I would like to tell children to not let this become an obstacle. Schools here need better infrastructure. If I get a posting here, I will definitely think about it. I am happy that my dream to serve people will now finally come true. I'm glad that so many girls from this region have now started preparing for civil services exam."

Naxalism will be entirely uprooted from India in next 3-4 years: Rajnath Singh

Chatra (Jharkhand), Apr 24 (ANI): While addressing a public rally, Home Minister Rajnath Singh in Jharkhand's Chatra said, "Naxalism which was spread across 126 districts of the country is now restricted to only 7-8 districts. I assure you it will be entirely uprooted from India in next 3-4 years."

BJP chief Amit Shah inaugurates party's media center in Varanasi

Varanasi (UP), Apr 24 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah, Union Health Minister JP Nadda and Railway Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated party's media center . The media center was inaugurated strategically in key constituency Varanasi where PM Modi will file his nomination on April 26.

We are proud to field Sadhvi Pragya against Digvijaya Singh: Shivraj Chouhan

Bhopal (MP), Apr 24 (ANI): While addressing a public rally, former Chief Minister Shivraj Chouhan on Tuesday slammed Congress and said, "You (Congress) committed 3 crimes. You defamed saffron, you meted out inhumane torture to a daughter of India and you misused laws. So I say this with full responsibility that yes BJP fielded Sadhvi Pragya against Digvijaya Singh, we're proud of her."

Manmohan Singh cast his vote in Assam's Dispur

Dispur (Assam) Apr 23 (ANI): Former prime minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday cast his vote in the third phase of the general election at polling booth number 277 in Assam's Dispur. Voting for the third phase of Lok Sabha elections is underway for 116 parliamentary constituencies. 28.64% of voting was recorded in Assam till 12 pm.

People are not turning up for TMC's rallies, so they are forced to call actors from abroad: PM Modi

Asansol (West Bengal) Apr 23 (ANI): While addressing a public rally in West Bengal's Asansol, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Today TMC's condition has become such that people are not turning up for their rallies, they are forced to call actors from abroad. I feel pity for you didi, look what the brave people of Bengal have done to you."

Cancer patient casts his vote amidst all odds

Guwahati (Assam), Apr 23 (ANI): A 68-year-old Basir Ali participated in the biggest festival of democracy. He is on last stage of cancer but came out of his bed just to cast his vote in Assam. The enthusiasm of Basir Ali inspired youths to cast vote as it is their responsibility to make democracy strong. Although doctors had told Basir Ali to take maximum rest, he choose to use his citizen right. He came up with his childhood friend and his son to cast their vote.

Gautam Gambhir conducts roadshow in Delhi

New Delhi, Apr 23 (ANI): BJP MP Candidate from East-Delhi, Gautam Gambhir held roadshow in the national capital today. While talking about the elections, he said, "I really want to contribute something to the country and whatever our PM has done in the last 5 years, I want to take that legacy forward". Earlier, Gautam Gambir performed 'havan' at his home along with wife Natasha.

Malayalam actor Mohanlal casts his vote in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Apr 23 (ANI): Malayalam actor Mohanlal voted in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram today. Third phase of polling is underway in 15 states and UTs. The Lok Sabha 2019 election results will be announced on May 23.

TMC workers allegedly attack BJP supporters in WB's Balurghat

Balurghat (West Bengal), Apr 23 (ANI): The workers of Trinamool Congress (TMC) allegedly attacked Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supporters in West Bengal's Balurghat today. This incident took place when BJP supporters went to cast their vote at Chandpur Primary School in Balurghat. The voting for third phase of 17th Lok Sabha elections is underway across 15 states and union territories for 116 parliamentary seats in India today.

LK Advani casts his vote in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Apr 23 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran leader Lal Krishna Advani cast his vote in the third phase of the Lok Sabha election in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Voting for the third phase of Lok Sabha election is underway for 116 parliamentary constituencies. Earlier, BJP president Amit Shah replaced party veteran leader LK Advani as the candidate from the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat.