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20 Jan

Farewell programme held for outgoing DC in Kohima

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Farewell programme in honour of outgoing deputy commissioner (DC) Kohima, Mohammed Ali Shihab A was held at DC’s conference hall on January 19. According to DIPR, the outgoing DC in his farewell speech thanked everyone for their unconditional love and support. He said whatever the district achieved during his tenure were possible because of the joint efforts contributed by everyone and thanked Angami Public Organisation (APO), Rengma Hoho, various organisations/agencies, GBs, DBs, administrative officers, line departments for their assistance and support towards the achievements. On the ongoing activities under the district, Mohammed Ali pointed out that with collective support and…

20 Jan

Actor Mrinal Dutt joins cast of Asur makers’ next series

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Mrinal Dutt will feature alongside South star Priyamani in an upcoming series by the makers of Asur. The actor said on Wednesday that he has started shooting for the web show with Ding Entertainment, the makers of Arshad Warsi-fronted series Asur. Dutt revealed that the untitled web series will also star Satyadeep Mishra, who has acted in films like No One Killed Jessica, Phobia and most recently in Netflix series Masaba Masaba. “I am looking forward to working with this fantastic cast and to be associated with Ding entertainment. The OTT space is opening new doors where talent is getting…

20 Jan

Nehha Pendse on June says that it took courage for me to do the film, put my own money

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Actor Nehha Pendse says her decision to feature in and produce the upcoming Marathi film June was born out of her desire to push herself as an artiste in an industry which hasn’t acknowledged the performer in her. In her career of over two decades, Pendse has featured in films across Hindi, Marathi, Telugu and Tamil, with projects like Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari, Nana Patekar-starrer drama Natsamrat and the 2015 biopic Gour Hari Dastaan. With June, a coming-of-age drama set in Aurangabad, the 36-year-old actor said she has played a part which would surprise many. “I realised despite of spending…

20 Jan

Rajkummar Rao-Priyanka Chopra Lets Co-Star Adarsh Gourav Take the Centre Stage

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Rajkummar Rao and Priyanka Chopra have decided to step back to let their relatively unknown co-star Adarsh Gourav take to the limelight in The White Tiger. “See, they knew from the start that The White Tiger was Adarsh Gourav’s film. They knew it was his film from the moment they agreed to get on board in the project. Director Ramin Bahrani is a formidable talent. He was not going to increase Priyanka’s role just because she’s a global star. From the start she and Raj knew the extent of their parts. And they were okay with Gourav taking centre stage in the film,…

20 Jan

Rishabh Pant pulls off ‘greatest Test win’ for India

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An injury-ravaged India beat Australia at their home form the first time test cricket as India chased down 328 in the fourth innings to win the 4th Test and claim the series 2-1. Rishabh Pant (89*) hit the winning runs after a superb top order show from Shubman Gill and Cheteshwar Pujara as India won the 4th Test by 3 wickets. ‘The Australian’ newspaper said India has performed a miracle by defeating Australia at Gabba, alluding to the home side’s unbeaten record at the venue since 1988. Rishabh Pant was the man of the hour for his match-winning unbeaten knock. From one-down, without…

20 Jan

Withdraw new policy, Centre tells WhatsApp

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The ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has asked WhatsApp to withdraw the unilateral changes to its privacy policy as they take away choice from Indian users and are invasive, unfair and unacceptable and reconsider its approach to information privacy, freedom of choice and data security. “The proposed changes raise grave concerns regarding the implications for the choice and autonomy of Indian citizens… Therefore, you are called upon to withdraw the proposed changes,” the ministry of electronics and information technology wrote to WhatsApp CEO Will Cathcart on Monday. The ministry has also asked detailed information about WhatsApp’s data sharing protocols…

20 Jan

Dolby launches first-ever recognition program for Music Mix Engineers

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Dolby Laboratories, a leader in immersive audio and video entertainment experiences, launched a recognition and rewards program for Music Mix Engineers in India -‘Dolby Atmos Music Mix Engineers Honour Club’. Through this annual program, Dolby will recognize the work of music mix engineers and their contribution to the industry, encouraging them to create more music in Dolby Atmos for an immersive experience for fans. Pankaj Kedia, Managing Director, Emerging Markets, Dolby Laboratories, said, “At Dolby, we celebrate all the hard work that Music Mix Engineers put into creating music. In order to thank those who have mixed the most tracks…

20 Jan

Deorali Bazar ropeway in Sikkim

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Gangtok, the capital town of Sikkim is witnessing the increasing number of tourists from around the country due to its scenic charm and beauty. The major attraction of the city is a Tibetan Buddhist centre. It attracts monks from Nepal, Ladakh, Himachal and other places. Young hikers from Pan-India are coming to Gangtok to explore this beautiful city. Gangtok is considered to be the base for hikers and trekkers for going through Sikkim’s Himalayan mountain ranges. A popular and thrilling tourist attraction in the city has been the ropeway, beginning from Deorali Bazar which is adjacent to the most happening…

20 Jan

Actor Kamal Haasan on his recovery: People’s love is my medicine

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Kamal Haasan took to Twitter on Tuesday to thank the doctors who performed a surgery on his leg. “The operation was a success. Thanks to the (medical) team at Sri Ramachandra Hospital. I will be at the hospital until the wound heals. I will continue to be active on social media and will remain in your hearts. People’s love is medicine. I will meet you all in person soon,” Kamal wrote on his Twitter account. “Kamal Haasan was admitted to Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre for a follow-up surgery in view of a mild infection of his right leg bone. He…

19 Jan

Kangana Ranaut defends ‘take their heads off’ tweet about Tandav, says ‘insects, worms need pesticide’

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Kangana Ranaut defends ‘take their heads off’ tweet about Tandav, says ‘insects, worms need pesticide’Kangana Ranaut stirred up a storm with her now-deleted tweet about the Amazon Prime Video series Tandav. The show, starring Saif Ali Khan, Dimple Kapadia, Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub and others, is at the centre of a controversy for allegedly hurting religious sentiments of certain sections.Replying to a tweet about how people have ‘stopped taking insults lying down’ and made the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting seek an explanation from the makers, Kangana wrote on Monday, “Because even Lord Krishna forgave 99 mistakes of Sheshupala…. pehle Shanti…