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Viju Khote's demise is loss for film industry: Sachin Pilgaonkar

Mumbai, Oct 01 (ANI): Veteran theatre and film actor Viju Khote passed away at the age of 77 in Mumbai on September 30. The actor is best known for the role of Kalia in 'Sholay' and Robert in 'Andaz Apna Apna'. While speaking to ANI on Viju Khote's demise, actor Sachin Pilgaonkar said, "Viju Khote has contributed in Hindi as well as Marathi film industry. He has worked in several films directed by me and it's a great loss for all of us. Though, he has played different kind of negative roles but in real life he was a simple man." Meanwhile, actress Amruta Khanvilkar said, "When youngsters like us work in the industry we always think if, we can corporate even 2% of their overall work then that will be really great."

Madurai law aspirant invited to address UN forum in Geneva

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Oct 01 (ANI): A law aspirant from Tamil Nadu's Madurai has been invited to Human Rights Council Social Forum at Geneva. The Human Rights Council Social Forum will be held in Geneva from today. Premalatha will address the forum at screening of 'A Path to Dignity: The Power of Human Rights Education', a documentary in which she was being featured in 2012. The social forum is an annual meeting convened by the Human Rights Council. While speaking to ANI, Premalatha said, "The opportunity is a pleasure for me. There are many castes in our country and we don't want these castes." "I will use this opportunity and speak to United Nations. I want to study law but I have been denied this opportunity many times. I should be given this opportunity," she added.

Newly-appointed Air Vice Chief receives guard of honour at IAF HQ

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Air Marshal Harjit Singh Arora, who has been appointed as Vice Chief of the Air Staff received guard of honour at Indian Air Force headquarters in the national capital. He succeeded Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria who is now the Chief of the Air Staff. Air Marshal HS Arora also paid his tribute at the National War Memorial. Air Marshal HS Arora was commissioned in the Indian Air Force as a fighter pilot in December 1981.

60-yr-old Mysuru woman gulps 6 idlis in 60 seconds to win competition

Mysuru (Karnataka), Oct 01 (ANI): A 60-year-old woman wolfed down six idlis in a mere minute, securing the first position in an idli eating competition in Karnataka's Mysuru. The idli eating competition was held on the occasion of Mysuru Dasara here. The competition was held especially for women in Mysuru Dasara and they had to chomp down as many idlis as they can in a minute. The elderly woman named Sarojamma is a resident of Hullahalli. Mysuru Dasara (Dussehra) is the official state festival of Karnataka and is celebrated for 10 days. It begins with Navaratri festival and concludes on Vijayadashami, the day celebrated as the victory of good over evil across the country. During the festival, the city is beautified. The famous Mysuru Palace is lit up with 100,000 light bulbs, making for a stunning sight.

Kareena Kapoor, hubby Saif Ali Khan seen outside Mehboob Studio in Mumbai

Mumbai, Oct 01 (ANI): Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan was seen outside Mehboob Studio in Mumbai on September 30. Bebo's husband and actor Saif Ali Khan was also seen outside the same film studio in Bandra West area to record for Kareena's radio show 'What Women Want'. Kareena was looking stunning in blue halter-neck top, while Saif was seen wearing blue distressed denims with black t-shirt. Kareena will soon be seen in her upcoming film 'Angrezi Medium', while Saif is working on his coming projects including-'Laal Kaptaan' and 'Dil bechara'.

Joined politics to serve people: Olympic medallist Yogeshwar Dutt

Gohana (Haryana), Oct 01 (ANI): Olympic medallist Yogeshwar Dutt, who recently joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and will be contesting the Baroda seat in Haryana Assembly polls, said that he came into politics to serve people. While speaking to ANI, Dutt said, "My intention behind joining politics is to serve people. I want to solve problems at the grassroots level and promote the participation of youth in all kinds of sports. I also had the job in police and I served there too. But with politics, I can stay more in touch with what people want."

Incessant rains cause waterlogging in WB's Malda Medical College and Hospital

Malda (West Bengal), Oct 01 (ANI): Following incessant rainfall in the region, water has entered inside West Bengal's Malda Medical College and Hospital on September 30. Rains triggered waterlogging in several wards of the hospital which mainly affected male medical, female medical, emergency service and operation theatre. The water from the drains carrying garbages are overflowing in the hospital. Hospital staff and nurses were seen providing medical services after fighting with rain-water. Many patients were also seen sharing a single bed after water entered the respective wards. Many doctors are allegedly not visiting the patients under these circumstances. While speaking to ANI, a patient said, "The rains waterlogged several wards of the hospital. Three to four patients are staying on a single bed. I have discharged myself at my own risk after facing such problems here."

Fighter planes on display at IAF's air show in Coimbatore ahead of Air Force Day

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Oct 01 (ANI): Ahead of Air Force Day, the Indian Air Force (IAF) organised an air show and display of their fighter aircrafts in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore on September 30. IAF also displayed their helicopters and weapons at Sulur Air Force Station near Coimbatore. Air Force Day will be celebrated on October 8. The main focus of this show was to prove the aerial strength of the Air Force and to motivate the youth to join IAF.

Rahul Gandhi meets Kerala CM to discuss flood relief efforts in state

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Congress leader and Member of Parliament from Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency, Rahul Gandhi, met Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan at Cochin House in the national capital to discuss flood relief and rehabilitation efforts in the southern state. Gandhi also discussed the issue of night ban on the forest stretch of NH-766, among issues pertaining Kerala. "We discussed issues of flood relief and rehabilitation efforts and the issue of night traffic ban on the forest stretch of NH-766, along with other general issues," Gandhi told reporters after his meeting.

FIR against BJP leader for violating MCC by likening Cong candidate with Pak: Jhabua SDM

Jhabua (Madhya Pradesh), Oct 01 (ANI): While addressing the public at a nomination rally in Madhya Pradesh's Jhabua on September 30, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Gopal Bhargava allegedly violated the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by saying that, "Kantilal Bhuria (Congress candidate for Jhabua by-poll) represents Pakistan." Speaking to ANI, Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Jhabua Abhay Kharadi said, "Gopal Bhargava was found to have violated ECI rules. He was found to have violated multiple sections of IPC, Representation of the People Act. He was also found to have violated Model Code of Conduct." "So, an FIR against him has been registered at Jhabua police station," SDM added. Bhargava added, "This is not an election between two parties but it is an election between Hindustan and Pakistan. Bhanu Bhuria represents Hindustan and Kantilal Bhuria represents Pakistan. He represents the interest of the powers who promote Pakistan. You have to tell whether you stand with India or Paki

It's a political move: Gambhir on Pak invite to Manmohan Singh for Kartarpur launch

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Cricketer-turned-politician and Lok Sabha MP from East Delhi, Gautam Gambhir has termed Pakistan's invitation to former prime minister Manmohan Singh for the inauguration of Kartarpur Corridor a "political move", adding that it was up to the Congress party whether to send Singh to Pakistan or not. Gambhir recalled Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu's visit to Pakistan for foundation laying ceremony of Kartarpur Corridor, pointing to the hug between Sidhu and Pakistani Army Chief General Qamar Bajwa. Gambhir added that it was only Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh who had criticised Sidhu for hugging the Pakistani Army Chief.

Trapped crocodile rescued from fish net in UP's Bahraich

Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 01 (ANI): A crocodile was trapped inside a fish net in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich on September 30. Later, he was rescued by a team of state's forest department from spot. Crocodile will soon be released in a river. Speaking to ANI, Forest Guard of Bahraich range, KV Singh, said, "We have rescued him and will soon release it in a water body."

Imran Khan can only be a role model for terrorists: Gautam Gambhir

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir slammed Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on September 30 for his recent speech at United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), saying that 'he can only be a role model for terrorists' and despite being former sportsperson he has no team spirit, ethics, or strength of character. Speaking to ANI in the national capital, Gambhir said, "At UNGA, Imran Khan continued his vile narrative against India over New Delhi's move to revoke Article 370 and also flouted the time limit set for the address of world leaders." "He spoke for over half an hour, well over the allotted time-limit, where he touched upon issues like money laundering, climate change and Islamophobia, apart from raking up the Kashmir issue," Gambhir added. "Khan used the global platform to continue his anti-India rhetoric, terming the RSS and BJP as 'fascist' and 'Hindu supremacist'. He warned of what he called 'bloodbath' in Jammu and Kashmir ever since India abrog

Chinese Consul General supports Centre's step towards plastic ban

Kolkata, Oct 01 (ANI): Chinese Consul General in Kolkata, Zha Liyou on September 30 supported the Indian Government initiative towards the banning of plastic. He said plastic things make people unhealthy and make environment ugly.

Panchkula gets first park for specially-abled children

Panchkula (Haryana), Oct 01 (ANI): Haryana's Panchkula become first north Indian city to get park for specially-abled children. It is situated at City's Town Park in sector 5. The park has been developed by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment on over half an acre in association with Reliance Foundation. The swings installed have been designed especially for 'divyangs', besides providing recreational facilities. Speech therapists, physiotherapists and vocational trainers are also be available in the park to assist specially-abled- children. The aim of setting of this park is to give opportunity to these specially-abled children to enjoy in open place.

Owners, fitness enthusiasts oppose SC panel's decision to seal gyms in residential areas

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Gym owners in Delhi have cried foul after Supreme Court-appointed monitoring committees ordered sealing of all gyms, fitness centres, yoga and meditation centres, in residential areas of Delhi that started operating after August 12, 2008. "The order says that the gyms should be in malls and DDA markets. Only 5 per cent of gyms are in malls and DDA markets while the rest are in the residential areas. People came here for staying fit and fine. Putting a ban on gyms is like working against the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Fit India movement," said Paras a gym trainer. "The SC order is not right. We are here to fit our body," a fitness enthusiast said. The Delhi Gym Association has decided to approach Top Court against the order. As per the order, the sealing of such gyms and fitness centres should be completed by October 18 and report forwarded to the monitoring committee by October 22.

People under preventive detention in JandK living in luxury accommodations: Ram Madhav

Aurangabad (Maharashtra), Oct 01 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary Ram Madhav on detention of political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir said that they have been accommodated in luxury hotels and houses. "Today in JandK only 200-250 people are under preventive detention in view of the law and order," said Madhav. "They've been kept under preventive detention respectfully, some in five-star guest houses, some in five-star hotels," he added. Political leaders of the valley were detained when bill abrogating Article 370 was presented in Parliament and passed subsequently.

India's first plogger praised by PM Modi initiates 'litter free India' campaign

Hyderabad, Oct 01 (ANI): The concept of plogging has made its way to India, and Hyderabad-based plogger Ripu Daman was praised by PM Modi during 'Mann Ki Baat' for his efforts. Plogging is a combination of jogging with picking up litter. Ripu Daman said, "It was wonderful for the PM to have reached out, supported and given his pledge of support to this mission." "With the PM pledging his support I am sure more and more Indians will be able to take this pledge of 'litter free India'," he added.

Halving red meat consumption can reduce heart disease risk: Study

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Red meat hasn't been receiving good press lately and now a new study has found that halving the amount of red meat in the diet can reduce the amount of bad cholesterol in the blood further reducing the risk of developing heart disease. Red and processed meat (RPM) include fresh pork, beef, lamb and veal and meats that have been smoked, cured or preserved (other than freezing) in some way. These meats are typically high in saturated fatty acids which cause an increase in LDL cholesterol. This is the "bad" cholesterol that collects in the walls of blood vessels, where it can cause blockages and raise the chance of a heart attack. Increasing awareness of the risks associated with eating red and processed meat has led to a growing number of people adopting vegetarian and vegan diets, which cut out meat completely. Overall there was an average drop in LDL cholesterol of approximately 10% with men (who tended to have the highest starting values) seeing the biggest ch

Spotify lets you create personalised playlists with podcasts

New Delhi, Oct 01 (ANI): Spotify has added a new feature for podcast lovers. Users can now make their own podcast playlists, combining music and podcasts in a single list. As the official blog explains, users can add podcasts to existing playlists as well. On mobile, simply navigate to a podcast episode you want to listen to, tap on the three dots and then on 'Add to playlist'. Users can choose to add to an existing playlist or create a new playlist from scratch. These custom playlists can also be shared with friends or made public. The feature to create podcast playlists is currently supported only on a mobile.