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07 Aug

Karnataka Opens Dams As Water Level Rises After Heavy Rain.

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Heavy rains across several districts in Karnataka, especially areas near the coast, have led to water level rising in the rivers. The state government has opened the gates of a massive dam in Uttar Kannada district to release water and avoid flooding the banks of the Kalinadi and Kadra rivers. The water level in many rivers is above the danger mark. Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa, who is being treated for COVID-19 infection in a hospital, has released Rs 50 crore for initial flood relief work amid the coronavirus pandemic. Deputy Chief Minister Ashwath Narayan said the state had prepared well…

07 Aug

UP : Ram temple trust receives donations of Rs 41 crore.

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Even before the construction of the Ram temple could begin, donations have started pouring in. In fact, as on date, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirth Kshetra has a kitty of about Rs 41 crore.This does not include the donation made by religious leaders, including Swami Chiddanand Saraswati of the Parmarth Niketan, Swami Avdeshanand Giri of the Juna Akhada and Baba Ram Dev and other dignitaries who arrived on Wednesday. The trust recieved donations to the tune of Rs 4.60 crore since the Lockdown 1 was imposed in March, sources was quoted as saying. Besides, people are also contributing for the…

07 Aug

UP : Yogi Adityanath says he won’t attend Ayodhya mosque inauguration.

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The Samajwadi Party on Friday sought an apology from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over his remark that he would not attend the inauguration of the mosque to be built in Ayodhya, replacing the demolished Babri Masjid. In an interview to a television channel Thursday, Adityanath said he couldn't go for the mosque inauguration Â“as a yogi and as a HinduÂ”. Reacting to the remark, the opposition SP said he should seek an apology from the people of the state. When contacted, a UP Congress spokesperson, however, refused to comment on the chief minister's remarks over the mosque. "If…

07 Aug

The institute must help in achieving the goal of Assam becoming a top fish exporting state: CM

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Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today visited the College of Fisheries under Assam Agriculture University at Raha, Nagaon. He interacted with the teachers and students of the institute and took stock of the courses and trainings imparted there. Urging the teachers and students of the college to help the Fishery Department, Government of Assam to properly implement Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana in the State and contribute towards achieving the goal of the State government to make Assam one of the top fish exporting states in the country. He also said that the State produced 3.35 lakh MT of fish in…

06 Aug

Hasee Toh Phasee’ actor Samir Sharma ends life at his Malad home, Sidharth Malhotra expresses grief, “Really sad and unfortunate”

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Hasee Toh Phasee' actor Samir Sharma ends life at his Malad home, Sidharth Malhotra expresses grief, "Really sad and unfortunate"Bollywood actor Samir Sharma ended his life at his Malad residence, he was 44 years old. Reports suggest that the actor passed away a couple of days back. ANI had reported that the model, Bollywood and TV actor was found hanging from his kitchen ceiling at his residence in Malad West on Wednesday night, “An accidental death report has been registered, body sent for autopsy. Looking at body's condition, it's suspected that he died by suicide two days back: Malad Police,”…

05 Aug

Ayodhya Ram Mandir ‘Bhumi Pujan’ today

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Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh is gearing up to host the grand event of the Ram Mandir Bhumi Pujan. The ground breaking ceremony of the laying of foundation stone of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya will take place today on 5th August. As many as 175 eminent guests, including 135 seers have been invited for the foundation stone-laying ceremony.Shri Ram’ Devotees are looking forward to the foundation stone laying ceremony, Bhumi Pujan of the Ram Lalla Mandir in Ram Janmabhoomi Ayodhya. The construction of the Ram Mandir shall commence once this customary ritual is performed. The foundation stone laying ceremony shall start…

05 Aug

Amitabh Bachchan gives a befitting reply to a troll who asked why he doesn’t donate his ‘extra wealth’; shares the list of his charitable efforts

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Amitabh Bachchan gives a befitting reply to a troll who asked why he doesn't donate his 'extra wealth'; shares the list of his charitable efforts Amitabh Bachchan is currently at home as he got discharged recently from the hospital after testing negative for COVID-19. The megastar updated his fans about the same on social media and thanked everyone for their good wishes.Taking to social media, he earlier wrote, “This morning I have tested CoVid negative and have been discharged fom Hospital. I am back home. I will have to be in solitary quarantine in my room. The grace of the Almighty, the…

05 Aug

Kerala’s COVID cases touch 30,000 soon

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With 1,195 COVID-19 cases being reported in Kerala on Wednesday, the state's infection tally is inching towards the 30,000 mark, while the toll has climbed to 94 with seven more deaths. 29,145 people have tested positive for COVID-19. Of the positive cases, 971 were infected through contact and the source of infection of 79 people is not known, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said. Thiruvananthapuram continued to top the districts in infections with 274 cases being reported on Wednesday,of whom 248 had been infected through contact. As many as 1.47 lakh people are under observation, 11,167 in hospitals, including 1447 admitted…

05 Aug

Karan Johar is not to blamed for Sushant Singh Rajput’s death,” Shatrughan Sinha

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Karan Johar is not to blamed for Sushant Singh Rajput's death,” Shatrughan SinhaIs it right to blame Karan Johar for Sushant Singh Rajput's death? It is unfair and futile to blame Karan Johar for Sushant Singh Rajput’s death. First of all, who is Karan Johar to make or break careers? I don’t think he sees himself that way at all. But he has made many stars? Star-maker yes and he has given the film industry some remarkable talent like Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra and so many talented directors. Why is everyone forgetting that? Do you see Karan as a star-breaker? I don’t think anyone…

05 Aug

Annu Kapoor’s advice to young actors in Bollywood: Don’t try to be Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan or Hrithik Roshan

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Annu Kapoor’s advice to young actors in Bollywood: Don’t try to be Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan or Hrithik Roshan Veteran actor Annu Kapoor is undoubtedly one of the most talented actors we have in Bollywood. Recently, the actor celebrated his 38 glorious years in the film industry. In an interview with a news portal, the actor opened up about his struggles, journey and triumphs in Bollywood. Talking about the same, Annu reportedly said that he has to face a lot of hurdles during his journey in the industry. He added that right from running a tea stall to fried food stall, he has done…