Lok Sabha elections a battle between Modi, INDIA parivars, says Revanth
HYDERABAD: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday described the coming Lok Sabha elections as a battle between two parivars Modi parivar and INDIA parivar. Revanth, who is currently campaigning for Rahul Gandhi in Keralas Wayanad constituency, was addressing a gathering of farmers. Modi parivar comprises ED, EVMs, CBI, Income Tax, Adani and Ambani. INDIA parivar includes Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and Wayanad family. We are fighting against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The battle is between Varanasi and Wayanad, he added. Expressing confidence in the Congress-led INDIA bloc forming the government at the Centre, the Telangana chief minister said that Rahul Gandhi will take oath as prime minister on June 9. He said that the TPCC had requested asked Rahul Gandhi to contest from Telangana but he chose Wayanad. Stating that the Gulf countries like Dubai (UAE) have developed due to the hard work of people of Kerala, he said but Kerala has not been developed. Alleging that Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his family members are involved in corruption,he said that he was surprised to know the role of CMs family members in the gold smuggling case. The Enforcement Directorate and I-T department filed cases against Pinarayi Vijayan. But Modi is not taking action against him because they have a secret deal, he said. We have to fight with the Centre to get the benefits and funds that are due to the states. States like Telangana, Karnataka, Jharkhand and Delhi are fighting for funds but the Kerala chief minister is not showing any interest, he added. Revanth also described Vijayan as a communalist, he said: Pinarayi Vijayan is seen as a CPM chief minister and a communist leader. But he is not a communist. He is a communalist. Thats why Vijayan is supporting BJP candidate Surendran in Wayanad. Referring to Manipur, he said: When hundreds of Christians died at the hands of BJP goons in Manipur, Modi and Amit Shah did not visit the state. But Rahul Gandhi visited Manipur and met the victims.
Silent undercurrent brewing across west UP against Modi govt's 'failures': Congress
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Friday claimed that a silent undercurrent is brewing across western Uttar Pradesh against the failures of the Modi government, as it flagged issues such as eglect of sugarcane farmers and examination paper leaks. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh attacked the BJP-led central government ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's poll rally in Amroha. Today's questions for the PM as he heads to UP: Why has the BJP neglected UP's sugarcane farmers? Rs 20,000 crores later, why is the Ganga still India's most polluted river? Is the Modi Sarkar doing anything to prevent paper leaks? Elaborating on what he said were jumla details, Ramesh said Uttar Pradesh is India's largest sugarcane producer and yet, the BJP government has eglected farmers' calls to increase the price of sugarcane. Prices stand at just Rs.360/quintal in UP, much lower than Rs.386/quintal in Punjab and Rs.391/quintal in Haryana. Price hikes have also failed to keep pace with inflation and farmers are now struggling due to the rising cost of fertiliser and pesticides, he said Area under cultivation has come down by almost 4000 hectares in the last three years, he said. Amidst sugarcane shortages, mills are struggling to pay sugarcane farmers on time, and there are fears that some may shut down permanently, Ramesh said. This vicious cycle is threatening the livelihoods of sugarcane farmers and mill workers but the BJP government is nowhere to be seen. What is the double Anyay BJP government doing to support sugarcane farmers and mill workers in UP? he said in a post on X. Noting that in 2014, PM Modi had promised a cleaner Ganga through his government's flagship Namami Gange programme, Ramesh said the project sanctioned an outlay of Rs 20,000 crore between 2014 and 2019, and 815 new sewage treatment plants (STPs) had been built or proposed by 2021. Todays questions for the PM as he heads to UP: 1. Why has the BJP neglected UPs sugarcane farmers? 2. 20,000 crores later, why is the Ganga still Indias most polluted river? 3. Is the Modi Sarkar doing anything to prevent paper leaks? Jumla details below: 1. Uttar Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) April 19, 2024 The Ministry of Jal Shakti claims that there has been a marked improvement in the state of the river but, as is often the case with this government, that claim turned out to be a old-faced lie, Ramesh said. The Sankat Mochan Foundation found that rather than improving, water quality in the Ganga has actually been degrading - faecal coliform bacteria levels are a staggering one million times higher than the permissible limit of 500 per 100 millilitres, he said. Ramesh said the Central Pollution Control Board also found that water quality does not comply with their standards. While the Ministry of Jal Shakti claims that new STPs are working fine, a professor at IIT Varanasi said they were 'utterly useless' and that the government's plans were completely 'bogus'. Furthermore, as early as 2017, a CAG audit report of the project noted 'deficiencies in financial management, planning, implementation and monitoring', the Congress leader said. To make matters worse, contracts for STPs have been awarded to companies with well-established links to the BJP. In 2017, a 150+ crore STP contract was given to a company chaired by former BJP MP Subhash Chandra that had no record of working in sewage treatment, he alleged. Another plant is operated by the Adani group, and 'scientific' studies worth 5 crores have been awarded to the Patanjali Organic Research Institute, he said. Noting that last year, the Central Pollution Control Board declared the Ganga the most polluted river in India, Ramesh asked what have the Indian taxpayer's Rs 20,000 crores achieved. Under the Modi Sarkar's reign, more than 43 papers for government recruitment exams have been leaked, hurting at least 2 crore candidates. Most recently, 60 lakh applicants for the UP Police Exams had their futures clouded when exams were cancelled due to paper leaks, he said. These are not just numbers - it is the hopes and dreams of India's youth that are hanging in the balance, Ramesh asserted. Congress' Jairam Ramesh poses questions concerning TN to PM Modi ahead of his LS poll campaign Under its Yuva Nyay Guarantee, the Congress has committed to bringing robust legislation that will design institutions and best practices to prevent paper leaks from occurring in the first place. What is Mr.Modi's vision to address the harm done to our youth? he said. As the PM visits West Uttar Pradesh, it is important to remember that while he may have engineered the flight of the RLD from the INDIA bloc to the NDA, the real Lok Dal is still with INDIA and that the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in West Uttar Pradesh was welcomed with hoardings and banners of Choudhary Charan Singh and Indira Gandhi, Ramesh said. A silent undercurrent is brewing across this region, against the failures of this Government, he said and asked the PM to break his silence on these issues.
FACTBOX-India's Lok Sabha election 2024: the main political parties and candidates
FACTBOX-India's Lok Sabha election 2024: the main political parties and candidates India, with nearly a billion eligible voters, set off on the world's largest electoral exercise on Friday. The country has more than 2,500 political parties but just 10 of them hold 86% of all seats in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament. A serious contest between a few parties will likely be dominated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. BHARATIYA JANATA PARTY (BJP) The BJP, the world's largest political outfit with nearly 180 million members, was born out of the Jan Sangh party, an offshoot of a men-only Hindu nationalist organisation, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). After struggling on the political margins early after it was formed in 1980, the BJP delivered its first prime minister 16 years later in an unstable government that lasted 13 days. The party formed a government with a majority of its own for the first time in 2014 under Modi. It's been formidably in power since. Narendra Modi: Modi, 73, was born and raised in a small town in the western state of Gujarat. He joined the BJP's ideological parent, the RSS, in his 20s and the Jan Sangh nearly a decade and a half later. He's risen through the ranks over years and was Gujarat's chief minister for more than three terms before leading the BJP into a decisive victory in the 2014 general election. A decade in power, Modi remains enduringly popular as he seeks a record-equalling third straight term. Pollsters predict an easy win for him and the BJP, powered by consistent wooing of the Hindu majority, strong economic growth and handouts. Modi is seeking to be re-elected from Varanasi, a city of religious significance to Hindus in the populous northern state of Uttar Pradesh. Amit Shah: A close Modi aide, Shah is India's home affairs minister - a position critical to matters of national security. He became the president of the ruling BJP in 2014 after Modi stormed to power and took up a cabinet position in Modi's second term in 2019. Shah is credited with helping shepherd Modi's Hindu-first agenda such as stripping Muslim-majority Jammu and Kashmir of its special status as a state and implementing a contentious citizenship law that critics say discriminates against Muslims. Shah is seeking to be re-elected from Gujarat's Gandhinagar, the capital of the state. INDIAN NATIONAL CONGRESS The Congress is India's oldest political party and governed India for more than two-thirds of the years since independence in 1947 but has struggled after Modi swept to power. Congress gave the its first and only woman prime minister, Indira Gandhi, and introduced comprehensive economic reforms in 1991 making way for the evolution of an open market economy. But it crashed out of power in 2014 against the Modi onslaught and a series of corruption allegations. Rahul Gandhi: Modi's fiercest opponent and Congress's star campaigner, Gandhi has never been a minister in a federal or state government, has not led his party to a general election victory, and quit as party chief after a miserable performance at the last parliamentary polls in 2019. Yet he remains at the centre of India's opposition politics and Modi's main target. His father, grandmother and great-grandfather were all prime ministers and led the country for more than 37 years. Gandhi, 53, is a four-time parliament member who has struggled to mobilise masses to support a wobbly 26-member opposition alliance he helped stitch together. He set off on two cross-country walks to invigorate his campaign and tap into disenchantment over lack of jobs, income inequality and rural distress. Gandhi is fighting this election from Wayanad in the southern state of Kerala. The matriarch of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty, Sonia Gandhi, has decided to not contest in this year's election. AAM AADMI PARTY (AAP) The Aam Aadmi or Common Person's Party emerged from a strong anti-corruption movement in 2011 that swelled amid protests led by Anna Hazare - a self-styled crusader backed by close aide Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal formed the AAP in 2012 and formed a local government in the national capital Delhi in 2015, staging an unexpected political upset for established parties like the BJP and Congress. Kejriwal, who has been Delhi's chief minister since, is a staunch Modi critic and a Congress ally in the upcoming elections. However, AAP's prospects are clouded by pre-election arrests of most of its high-profile leaders, including Kejriwal, in an alleged graft case. The party that also runs Punjab state dismisses the allegations as a desperate attempt to malign the image of Kejriwal. DRAVIDA MUNNETRA KAZHAGAM (DMK) A strong regional force in India's south, the DMK is India's third-largest party in terms of the number of seats it holds in the lower house of parliament. A Congress ally, DMK also runs Tamil Nadu state, where the poverty rate is 2%, one of the lowest in the nation, and boasts a high literacy rate. ALL INDIA TRINAMOOL CONGRESS (TMC) India's fourth-largest party by seats in parliament, the Trinamool Congress holds power in West Bengal in the east, another state the BJP has struggled to crack. The party came into being nearly 25 years ago after it splintered from the Congress. Founder of the party Mamata Banerjee has been the state head for nearly 13 years and is now a reluctant Congress ally in fighting the BJP in the 2024 polls. Her party has joined the 26-member opposition bloc but failed to clinch an agreement over who will fight from which seat in the state. One of the TMC candidates for the election is Mahua Moitra, a persistent critic of Modi. A former investment banker, Mitra was expelled from parliament last year over allegations of accepting bribes from a businessman in exchange for parliamentary questions. Mitra says the charges are trumped-up. (Writing by Shivangi Acharya; Editing by Raju Gopalakrishnan)
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INTERVIEW | Im no outsider, born & brought up in Chandigarh
Anybody who wants to leave the Congress is obviously not committed to the founding ideology of this country, said Manish Tewari , senior Congress leader and former Union minister. In an interview with Harpreet Bajwa , the Anandpur Sahib MP who this time is contesting from Chandigarh talked about a range of issues.. Excerpts: BJP has called you an outsider to Chandigarh. What have you to say? BJP has been spreading the word that I am an outsider and not from Chandigarh. I was born and brought up in the city and thus have better claim over the city. You should ask them if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is from Varanasi. These are parliamentary elections, not municipality polls. Many Congress leaders have left the party and joined BJP. Your take? Anybody who wants to go is obviously either not committed to the founding ideology of this country or the idea of India. What is your take on electoral bonds controversy? The Supreme Court has struck down the electoral bonds; apex court has said the electoral bonds system was opaque, therefore it needs to go. It is now becoming public that there is a quid pro quo between sanction of work orders by BJP government and electoral bonds. What are the issues you would be taking up? The fundamental issue which is germane to the people of Chandigarh and confronts the nation is the challenge to the very essence of democracy. In Chandigarh mayoral polls you saw the murder of democracy and Supreme Court had to exercise its unique power under article 142 of Constitution to save democracy. People of Chandigarh have seen a brazen attempt to subvert a popular mandate. In the circumstances, a Lok Sabha election is defined by larger national issues saving democracy and the Constitution given to us by our founding fathers led by Baba Sahib Bhim Rao Ambedkar, and saving the idea of India on which this country stands. What are the local issues your are raising in Chandigarh? Of course we are taking inputs, and we will come out with a manifesto at appropriate time which will clearly indicate our preferences. Dumping ground of the city is a major issue and it has not been shifted... I am aware of this issue. The dumping ground falls on the border of my current constituency and Chandigarh, so we will try and find a solution which is holistic and reasonable and which enhances environment in and around the dumping ground. Are you advocating metro in Chandigarh as your predecessor Kiron Kherr opposed it? Way back in 2019, I was the first to write to Union minister of roads and highways Nitin Gatkari to get a detailed project report done for a metro for the tri-city so that the synergy of the tri-city could be leveraged and full potential of the area, especially providing employment for youngsters, could be worked out. You are contesting these polls in alliance with AAP and AAP has promised free water and electricity. Do you stand by the promises? AAP and Congress are part of INDIA bloc. Whatever commitments have been made by AAP in Chandigarh obviously must have been done after studying their financial feasibility. Since the financial feasibility has been gone into, we will stand by our alliance partner. What does Chandigarh lack and what is need of the hour? Essentially the governance model of Chandigarh goes back to 1966 when Punjab was re-organised. That governance model has not been updated in a holistic manner. Division of powers between Chandigarh Administration and Municipal Corporation, which came into existence in 1996, is an issue which needs to be gone. You cannot look into things in a segmented manner. We need to be holistic. That is why I am saying that entire governance model of Chandigarh needs to be relooked.
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The last day of Navratri is Navami, which is known as Durga Visarjan. On this day, devotees immerse the idols of Goddess Durga in water bodies. Navratri is an important festival of the Hindu religion, which is celebrated for nine days. During these nine days, devotees worship nine forms of Goddess Durga. The last day of Navratri, known as Dussehra or Vijayadashami, marks the victory of good over evil. In India, many famous goddess temples are visited by huge crowds of devotees during Navratri. There are many famous temples of Goddess Durga in India during Navratri. Let us know about some of these temples. Maa Vaishno Devi Temple, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir Maa Vaishno Devi is considered a major goddess in Indian Hindu religion. She is the goddess of power and always provides life-giving power and abilities to her devotees. The temples of Maa Vaishno Devi are located in Katra city of Jammu and Kashmir state of India. The temple of Vaishno Devi is situated between three mountains, which are called Trikuta Mountains. Here the devotees experience joy and peace and are blessed with the fulfillment of their wishes. Vaishno Devi is considered to be the Tihuti form of the Goddess, whose worship is considered very important. They are called by different names, like Trikuta, Tripada, Trishula, Vagishwari, etc. Devotees have great emotion and devotion in the worship of Mother Vaishno Devi. By worshiping him, devotees attain peace of mind, happiness, and prosperity. She removes the sorrows of her devotees and gives them the power to fulfill their wishes. Every year lakhs of devotees come to see Maa Vaishno Devi and get the blessings of her grace. By seeing him, the mind of the devotees becomes pure and they are filled with new energy and life-giving power. Maa Durga Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Maa Durga Temple is located in Varanasi, which is one of the major pilgrimage sites of Kashi. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and devotees worship here. Maa Durga temple is situated at a famous place in the grand city of Varanasi. Here devotees get a chance to make offerings to the goddess. Rituals are performed in the temple according to the worship methods of Goddess Durga. Prayers and Aarti are performed by the devotees. Maa Durga Temple in Varanasi presents religious and spiritual importance. Here the devotees get blessings and life-giving power. The visit to Maa Durga Temple, Varanasi is important from the point of view of religious significance. It is extremely pleasurable for the devotees to visit and worship here. Since Maa Durga Temple is located in Varanasi, the visit here is always memorable and inspiring. Devotees come here and experience spiritual and spiritual power along with entertainment. Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati, Assam Kamakhya Temple is located in Guwahati, Assam, which is one of the major Shaktipeeths of India. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya and is worshiped and worshiped by devotees here. Kamakhya temple is situated on Neelachal mountain near Guwahati. To reach here, devotees have to climb the height of the mountain. The worship methods of Goddess Kamakhya are followed in the temple. Worship, worship, and aarti of the devotees take place here. Kamakhya Temple offers religious and spiritual importance in Guwahati. Here the devotees get blessings and life-giving power. A visit to Kamakhya Temple Guwahati is important from a religious and cultural point of view. The journey here is enjoyable and inspiring for the devotees. Since Kamakhya Temple is located in Guwahati, the visit here is always memorable and inspiring. Devotees come here and experience spiritual and spiritual power along with entertainment. Ambaji Temple, Gujarat Ambaji Temple is located in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat and is one of the major Maa Shakti temples of India. There is a crowd of devotees here and the worship of Mother Ambaji is performed. Ambaji temple is located in Ambaji village of Gujarat. To reach here, devotees and seekers have to travel to holy places. Rituals are performed in the temple according to the worship methods of Mother Ambaji. Prayers, Archana, and aarti are performed by the devotees. Ambaji Temple presents religious and spiritual importance in Gujarat. Here the devotees get blessings and life-giving power. Ambaji Temple: A visit to Gujarat is important from a religious and cultural point of view. The journey here is enjoyable and inspiring for the devotees. Since Ambaji Temple is located in Gujarat, the visit here is always memorable and inspiring. Devotees come here and experience spiritual and spiritual power along with entertainment. Maa Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore, Karnataka Maa Chamundeshwari Temple is located in Mysore, Karnataka, and is one of the major Maa Shakti temples of India. There is a crowd of devotees here and the worship of Goddess Chamundeshwari is performed. Maa Chamundeshwari Temple is situated on Chamundeshwari Hill near Mysore. To reach here, devotees have to climb the height of the hill. In the temple, rituals are performed as per the worship methods of Goddess Chamundeshwari. Prayers, Archana, and aarti are performed by the devotees. Maa Chamundeshwari Temple offers religious and spiritual importance in Mysore. Here the devotees get blessings and life-giving power. A visit to Maa Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore is important from a religious and cultural point of view. The journey here is enjoyable and inspiring for the devotees. Since Maa Chamundeshwari Temple is located in Mysore, a visit here is always memorable and inspiring. Devotees come here and experience spiritual and spiritual power along with entertainment. These are some of the many famous goddess temples in India where devotees go to pay obeisance during Navratri. (PC: Google)
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Author Amish Tripathi's Bold Declaration: Why I'll Vote for Modi & His Government ?
New Delhi: As the first phase of voting approaches and election campaigning intensifies, Amish Tripathi, renowned for his bestselling Hindu culture-centric books, has ended his 'self-imposed' political silence to voice support for the Modi government. In a noteworthy move on Monday (15th April), the acclaimed author utilized his official X account to convey his insights, elaborating on why he intends to vote for the Modi government in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Acknowledging his previous avoidance of political commentary, Amish Tripathi explicitly affirmed his backing for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his administration. In a tweet structured as an article headline, boldly titled Why I will be voting for Prime Minister Modi & his government, Tripathi articulated his stance, breaking his self-imposed rule to advocate for the current government. Why I will be voting for Prime Minister Modi & his government As a rule, I have not spoken on politics in the past. Id like to break this self-imposed rule this time. I support Prime Minister Modi and his national government. I think its crucial to vote for our Prime Amish Tripathi (@authoramish) April 15, 2024 He stated, As a rule, I have not spoken on politics in the past. Id like to break this self-imposed rule this time. I support Prime Minister Modi and his national government. I think its crucial to vote for our Prime Minister, through his candidates, in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. In brief, he enumerated several major achievements of the Modi government across various sectors that influenced his decision. Tripathi emphasized, Dramatic reduction in poverty, emphatic strengthening of the national finances and fisc, vast improvements in infrastructure (I see it in Mumbai, the city I live in, and also Varanasi, the city my family hails from), rising GDP growth rates, investments in science & tech, incentives for start-ups & small-business loans (something I hear about from my readers, who are largely the youth), vastly improved welfare delivery (which has reduced leakages that were common in the past). All good things. However, he underscored that his primary reason for supporting the Modi government is the need for Chanakyan leadership during a time when the global order is in disarray, and various crises threaten stability. After delineating the ongoing challenges, Tripathi stressed the necessity for exceptional leadership similar to the one the US exhibited during the World Wars, emphasizing its advantages in the long term. He added, At this critical stage in world history, we Indians need leadership that has intense motivation, competencies that are top-of-the-line, ability to work hard, capability to carry the masses along. And skills to engage with the world with firm clarity; with kindness when possible, but with steely resolve when necessary. Tripathi concluded by urging voters to prioritize Chanakyan leadership and expressed his intention to vote for the NDA candidate in his constituency, urging others to do the same. PM Modi reaction on Iran-Israel war, Call for Stable Government Amid Global Uncertainty Tragic Shooting: Haryana Student Fatally Shot in Canada Gurugram Police Arrests Five Bangladeshi Nationals in Kidney Transplant Gang Bust
Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon Walk The Ramp For Manish Malhotra: Decoding The Benarasi Saree Collection
Manish Malhotra on Sunday evening revived Benarasi style at his fashion show in Varanasi where Bollywood stars Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon turned showstoppers. The theme of the show was 'Benarasi Saree- A tapestry of Indian Culture & Craftsmen', and the pictures and videos from the event have already gone viral. Watch the video to know EVERYTHING about the ace designer's regal collection.
Kriti Sanon Dazzles the Ramp in Manish Malhotra Designed Banarasi Saree at Vanarasi Ghat
In a dazzling display of tradition and contemporary flair, Kriti Sanon recently graced Varanasi along with Ranveer Singh for a fashion show celebrating the timeless beauty of Banarasi sarees and honouring the talented weaver community. Stepping onto the ramp, the National Award winner epitomised elegance in a stunning red Banarasi lehenga designed by the style [] The post Kriti Sanon Dazzles the Ramp in Manish Malhotra Designed Banarasi Saree at Vanarasi Ghat appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
BSP Not To Give Walk Over To Gandhi Family in Amethi And Raebareli Seats
In latest developments in UP politics, Mayawati led BSP seems to be in no mood to give a walk over to Gandhi family in its bastions - Raebareli and Amethi Lok Sabha seats. On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti on 14th April, BSP leader Ghanshyam Kharwar made an announcement that party has finalised strong candidates for both the seats and their names will be announced soon. He further added that even if Priyanka Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi themselves contest from these seats, BSP will field strong candidates with winning capability against them from these seats. There is speculation that since Sonia Gandhi has become a Rajya Sabha member and is not going to contest from Raebareli, Congress will field Priyanka Gandhi from this seat. While for Amethi seat, no candidate has been announced so far, there is speculation that Congress will field Rahul Gandhi from this seat. Since BSP is yet to announced candidates on these seats, it was presumed that BSP could be planning to give a walk over to Gandhi family by not fielding candidates against them. But Ghanshyam Kharwar, BSP in-charge for Ayodhya, Devipatan, Azamgarh and Varanasi sector dismissed these speculations and mentioned that we have seen both Congress and BJP led governments and both these parties have exploited 'bahujan samaj.' Hence, BSP will stay away from both NDA and INDIA alliances and field strong candidates on all the 80 parliamentary seats from UP and win a large number of seats on its own.
Entertainment: Kriti Sanon and Ranveer Singh Video!
Kriti Sanon and Ranveer Singh Video: Bollywood's most energetic actors Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon reached Varanasi on 14 April 2024. After reaching Varanasi, Ranveer and Kriti had darshan of Baba Vishwanath. Many pictures and videos of Kriti-Ranveer after Vishwanath darshan are going viral on social media. Amidst all this, a new video of Kriti (Kriti Sanon) and Ranveer has surfaced from Varanasi, in which both the actors are seen walking the ramp in a special fashion event. On the evening of 14th April, a special fashion event was organized at Namo Ghat in Varanasi, where Kriti Sanon and Ranveer Singh walked the ramp in traditional outfits. Ranveer-Kriti's magic in special event News agency ANI has posted the video of Kriti Sanon and Ranveer Singh from the Varanasi special fashion event on its social media. In the video, Kriti Sanon is seen wearing a red silk lehenga. With tilak on her forehead and pallu on her head, Kriti Sanon is looking no less than a queen. Ranveer Singh (Ranveer Singh Video) is also looking very dashing in silk style sherwani. Kriti Sanon and Ranveer Singh are seen posing on the stage as well as walking on the ramp. In the video, Ranveer Singh is also seen posing with some models. Kriti-Ranveer's work front Talking about the work front of Kriti Sanon (Kriti Sanon Movies), the actress has given two back-to-back hit films so far in the year 2024. Kriti Sanon was seen sharing the screen with Shahid Kapoor in the first 'Teri Baton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya'. So in the second film 'Crew', Kriti shared the screen with Tabu and Kareena Kapoor Khan. Talking about Ranveer Singh's work front, the actor was last seen on the silver screen with Alia Bhatt in the film 'Rocky Aur Ronnie Ki Prem Kahani'. Now the actor will soon be seen in 'Singham 3' and 'Don 3'.
Ranveer Singh & Kriti Sanon offers prayers at Varanasi, walk the ramp at Namo Ghat
At the Dashashwamedh Ghat, both stars were seen wearing elegant traditional traditional attire. The actress from 'Crew' dazzled in a golden kurta and pajama ensemble, radiating glory, while the 'Bajirao Mastani' star exuded sophistication in a pristine white khadi kurta, looking absolutely stunning. Singh and Sanon also walked the ramp for Malhotra on the banks of the river Ganga. Titled Banarasi Saree: A Tapestry Of Indian Culture & Craftsmen, the fashion show took place at the Namo Ghat in Varanasi.
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Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon and Manish Malhotra visited the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi to offer prayers over the weekend.
Ranveer Singh, Kriti Walk The Ramp At Varanasi Ghat For Manish Malhotra Show
Manish took inspiration from Varanasi's handloom for his show, which took place against the backdrop of Namo Ghat
Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon light up runway for Manish Malhotra at Varanasis historic Namo Ghat
One of the biggest events in Indian fashion recently took place at the historic Namo Ghat in Varanasi. Renowned designer Manish Malhotra organized a grand fashion show to showcase his latest collection titled Banarasi Saree A Celebration Of Indian Culture'. Top Bollywood stars Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon walked the ramp for Malhotra, dazzling [] The post Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon light up runway for Manish Malhotra at Varanasis historic Namo Ghat appeared first on Northlines .
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Ranveer Singh & Kriti Sanon Turn Showstoppers For Manish Malhotra At Namo Ghat In Varanasi; WATCH
Manish Malhotra's fashion show in Varanasi on Sunday evening was part of the two-day event at Namo ghat to promote the handlooms and handicrafts of Varanasi. For the same show, Ranveer and Kriti turned showstoppers for a collection titled Banarasi Saree. Watch the video for more.
Ranveer Singh walks the ramp at Varanasi ghat: 'Better than 5-star banquet'
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Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon walk the ramp for a special fashion event in Varanasi. Watch the videos here.
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Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon & Manish Malhotra Offer Prayers At Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon, along with Manish Malhotra arrived in Varanasi on Sunday evening. On arrival, they offered prayers and sought blessings from Baba Kashi Vishwanath. The actors will be taking part in the fashion show for 'Dharohar Kashi Ki' aimed at showcasing the handicrafts and handloom products of Varanasi.
Ranveer Singh & Kriti Sanon Opt For Comfy Ethnic Wear As They Leave For Varanasi Event; WATCH
Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon left for Varanasi on Sunday afternoon. They were papped at the private airport in Mumbai donning traditionals. The actors will be taking part in the fashion show for 'Dharohar Kashi Ki' aimed at showcasing the handicrafts and handloom products of Varanasi.
LS polls: BJPs UP unit to ensure PM Modis victory in Varanasi with highest-ever margin
Varanasi, April 14:The BJPs Uttar Pradesh unit is working to ensure that Prime Minister Narendra Modi wins his Varanasi Lok Sabha seat with the highest-ever margin in the country. According to party sources, party workers will organise NaMo Yuva Chaupal at all 340 Shakti Kendras of Varanasi Lok Sabha constituency within the next 10 days. [] The post LS polls: BJPs UP unit to ensure PM Modis victory in Varanasi with highest-ever margin appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Bhopal: The challenges facing the Madhya Pradesh Congress seem to be persisting without abatement. Nisha Bangre, who transitioned from a government job to politics during the assembly elections, has grown disenchanted with the political landscape. However, it remains uncertain whether she is exiting politics altogether or considering joining another party. Speculation abounds that she might return to her former job. Nisha Bangre tendered her resignation from all Congress posts on Sunday, just ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. On the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, she penned a two-page letter to State President Jitu Patwari, expressing her release from all party responsibilities. Is there something amiss? Not long ago, Nisha was appointed as the party's chief spokesperson. Yet, within a span of six months, she has grown disenchanted with politics. In her resignation missive to Jitu Patwari, Nisha levied several serious accusations against the Congress, alleging breach of promise. She claims she was assured of a ticket in the assembly elections, prompting her to resign from the post of Deputy Collector. Nonetheless, three months ago, Nisha applied to reclaim her job, signaling her intent to pursue this option. In her resignation letter, Nisha lamented, There is no regard for women's dignity within the Congress. The lack of proper representation of women in Madhya Pradesh's parliamentary seats during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections serves as the latest example of this issue within the Congress Party. She further stated, I aspired to engage in extensive political work within the Congress, but the party rendered my qualifications a disqualification for this purpose. Now, desiring to be relieved of all responsibilities within the Congress Party, Nisha declared her commitment to dedicating her life to propagating the ideals of Baba Saheb. Fatal Car Accident Claims Four Lives in Uttarakhand's Bageshwar District Rahul Gandhi promised to end the Agnipath scheme and conduct a caste census if voted to power International Diplomats attends Varanasi's Spectacular Ganga Aarti Ceremony
International Diplomats attends Varanasi's Spectacular Ganga Aarti Ceremony
New Delhi: Envoys and diplomats attended the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat on Saturday as part of the grand event 'Prayas: Dharohar Kashi Ki,' organized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The event showcased Varanasi's cultural significance and timeless allure to a global audience. Present among the dignitaries were Kanokporn Kunnawattana (Counsellor, Royal Thai Embassy), Said Hijri (Counsellor, Embassy of Kingdom, Morocco), Haymandoyal Dillum (High Commissioner of Mauritius), and Omar Lisandro Castaneda Solares (Ambassador of Guatemala). Their attendance lent an international dimension to the event, highlighting the importance of cultural diplomacy. In her remarks, Kanokporn Kunnawattana (Marcie), Minister Counsellor of the Royal Thai Embassy, expressed the meaningfulness of her visit to Varanasi and lauded PM Modi's leadership, expressing confidence in India's progress under his stewardship. She remarked, I could experience it like my first Aarti puja ceremony. I have never been to Varanasi before. This is my first time so it is very meaningful for me to be here and to be able to attend the Aarti ceremony. I think India is a very big country, and it's a country where we can preserve all kinds of cultures together. And, for example, in this ceremony in Thailand, we also worship the goddess of Ganga in November. PM Modi is a very good leader of India, and I am sure India will keep progressing in every aspect under his leadership, she added. Said Hijri, Counsellor of the Morocco Embassy, expressed his admiration for Varanasi and pledged to visit India again. He remarked, This is my first time in Varanasi. I always read and learn about the Ganga River, but today I was really impressed. This is a very impressive place. And this is a convulsion of cultural heritage in India. As you know, India is a land of diversity, peace, and tolerance, I was really impressed with the event. I will come again here. Varanasi has changed over the years in terms of economic and cultural development, added Hijri. High Commissioner of Mauritius, Haymandoyal Dillum, shared his pleasure in visiting Varanasi, which he described as the spiritual capital of India. He said, It's always a pleasure to come to Banaras. Banaras is considered to be the spiritual capital of India, and you come across around 2000 temples in Varanasi. So it's always a pleasure when you come here, which is like a sort of spiritual enlightenment for all of us. And when you go back from here, you get the spiritual inspiration from here. Ambassador of Guatemala, Omar Castaneda, expressed his honor and delight in attending the Ganga Aarti, praising PM Modi's leadership in promoting India's cultural heritage. He remarked, Today, I feel so honored and delighted to be here. The experience of Ganga Aarti is amazing and unforgettable. From my perspective, Prime Minister Modi is a great leader. We appreciate and admire him, and we believe that he's doing a great job. The country will continue promoting the beautiful and amazing culture of India worldwide under his leadership, he added. Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot Criticizes BJP's Manifesto, Calls Promises Mere Words Kharge Criticizes BJP's Manifesto: Alleges Lack of Accomplishments Sudden Weather Shift in New Delhi: Heavy Rainfall Hits Various Parts of the City
Rahul Gandhi promised to end the Agnipath scheme and conduct a caste census if voted to power
Mumbai: Addressing a rally in Sakoli, Maharashtra's Bhandara district, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reiterated his party's commitment to waive off loans for farmers if it comes to power at the Centre. He highlighted unemployment and inflation as major issues affecting the country, criticizing the media for overlooking them in favor of coverage on the Prime Minister's programs and celebrity news. Gandhi assured the crowd that his party would prioritize farmer welfare, promising loan waivers and legal guarantees for Minimum Support Price (MSP). He emphasized the importance of conducting a caste census to address the underrepresentation of Dalits, tribals, and OBCs in various sectors. The Congress leader pledged to continue the party's legacy of driving revolutions in agriculture, technology, and banking. He announced plans for women's empowerment, proposing a scheme to provide Rs 1 lakh annually to women living below the poverty line. Critiquing the Centre's Agnipath program, Gandhi promised to scrap it, citing concerns about its alignment with the interests of the army. He challenged Prime Minister Modi to account for his actions in supporting the OBC segment during his tenure. Accusing the Union government of favoring industrialists over the common people, Gandhi highlighted staggering wealth inequality in the country. He pledged to redirect resources to benefit the poor and criticized Modi for prioritizing religious and divisive rhetoric over addressing economic disparities. Gandhi singled out Gautam Adani's business interests, alleging preferential treatment during Modi's rule. He criticized Modi's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, contrasting it with the public's urgent need for medical assistance. Promising to scrap the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and implement a single tax bracket, Gandhi outlined plans for government job creation and youth apprenticeship programs. He reassured the audience of the Congress's commitment to fulfilling its promises and serving the people's interests. Sakoli, part of the Bhandara-Gondiya Lok Sabha seat, will see Dr. Prashant Padole representing the Congress in the upcoming elections. International Diplomats attends Varanasi's Spectacular Ganga Aarti Ceremony Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot Criticizes BJP's Manifesto, Calls Promises Mere Words Kharge Criticizes BJP's Manifesto: Alleges Lack of Accomplishments
Fatal Car Accident Claims Four Lives in Uttarakhand's Bageshwar District
Dehradun: Tragedy struck Uttarakhand on Sunday morning, claiming the lives of four individuals in a devastating accident. The incident unfolded in the picturesque district of Bageshwar, where a car tragically plummeted approximately 250 meters from the roadside, sending shockwaves through the local community. Among the victims were two brothers, adding a poignant layer of sorrow to the already heart-wrenching event. The accident occurred around 4 am on the Reema-Gharamghar motor road near Chidag, according to Bageshwar Kotwali Station House Officer (SHO) Kailash Negi. The car, veering off course, tumbled down into the river below, leaving its occupants gravely injured and in dire need of assistance. Responding swiftly to the distress call, both the police and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) sprang into action, rallying support from nearby residents to aid in the rescue operation. Despite the valiant efforts of all involved, the injuries sustained proved fatal, with the victims succumbing to their fate upon arrival at the hospital. The loss reverberated through the community as the identities of the deceasedKamal Prasad, Neeraj Kumar, Deepak Arya, and Kailash Ramcame to light. Particularly poignant was the revelation that Neeraj and Deepak were siblings, underscoring the devastating toll of the accident on familial bonds. In the wake of the tragedy, the families of the victims, hailing from the village of Dofad, were plunged into grief as they grappled with the sudden and profound loss of their loved ones. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with those we hold dear. Rahul Gandhi promised to end the Agnipath scheme and conduct a caste census if voted to power International Diplomats attends Varanasi's Spectacular Ganga Aarti Ceremony Tragic Lightning Strike Claims Lives of Two Children in Madhya Pradesh
MP: 6-yr-old boy 'unresponsive' on being located in borewell after 40-hr rescue operation
MP: 6-yr-old boy 'unresponsive' on being located in borewell after 40-hr rescue operation A six-year-old boy who fell into an open borewell in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district was located on Sunday after 40 hours of rescue operation but he was ''unresponsive'' and efforts were on to bring him out, an official said. Rescue teams were supplying oxygen into the 70-feet-deep borewell and parallel pits were dug as part of efforts to reach him. The child fell into the open borewell at Manika village, located close to the Uttar Pradesh border, at around 3 pm on Friday when was playing near it. He was stuck at a depth of around 40 feet, officials earlier said. ''The boy has been located and efforts are on to pull him out from the borewell. He is not responding,'' Rewa Collector Pratibha Pal told PTI over phone on Sunday. Teams of the State Disaster Emergency Response Force (SDERF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and local administration were at the site and making all efforts to bring the boy out of the borewell. MP Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday said he was monitoring the situation and is in constant touch with the local authorities. Pits about 35 feet wide were dug on both sides of the borewell through which the rescue teams were trying to bring the boy out, an official earlier said. Oxygen was being supplied to the boy through a pipe, Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Sonkar had earlier said. A team of the NDRF was called in from Varanasi in UP, he said, adding that unseasonal rains had affected the rescue operation.
Gang of fake journalists held for extortion in UP
Varanasi, April 14:The Lanka police in Uttar Pradeshs Varanasi has arrested nine people of a gang of fake journalists, a police officer said. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Kashi zone, Pramod Kumar, said that an Innova car, camera, electronic equipment, mobile, SIM card and six hundred rupees have been recovered from them. According to the [] The post Gang of fake journalists held for extortion in UP appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Sudden Weather Shift in New Delhi: Heavy Rainfall Hits Various Parts of the City
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Manish Malhotra joins foreign diplomats for Ganga Aarti at Varanasi
Manish Malhotra joins foreign diplomats for Ganga Aarti at Varanasi In a fusion of fashion, culture, and diplomacy, renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra recently hosted a spectacular event in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, where he welcomed diplomats from various nations to partake in traditional rituals and experience the city's rich heritage. Speaking to ANI, Malhotra expressed his joy at the gathering of diplomats, stating, 20 ambassadors of beautiful nations and we are here at Kashi at the ghat which I loved and I love coming here. We are all going to put diyas and this is celebrating India, celebrating Kashi, celebrating Modiji and celebrating the fact that we are all here together in Kashi and it feels very beautiful. The event, held at Dashashwamedh Ghat, featured a flower and candle ceremony where diplomats joined hands with Malhotra to light diyas, symbolizing unity and celebration. Malhotra also expressed his excitement about an upcoming fashion show, where he plans to showcase the exquisite work of local weavers and Banarasi fabrics, a tradition dating back centuries. Among the dignitaries present were Kanokporn Kunnawattana (Counsellor, Royal Thai Embassy), Said Hijri (Counsellor, Embassy of Kingdom, Morocco), Haymandoyal Dillum (High Commissioner of Mauritius), and Omar Lisandro Castaneda Solares (Ambassador of Guatemala). Their presence added an international flair to the event, emphasizing the importance of cultural exchange and diplomacy. Following the ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, the diplomats embarked on a cruise to Namo Ghat, where they participated in another Ganga Aarti, immersing themselves in the spiritual ambience of Varanasi. Haymandoyal Dillum, High Commissioner of Mauritius in India, and Omar Lisandro Castaneda Solares, Ambassador of Guatemala to India, were among the dignitaries who joined the cruise, further enhancing the cultural exchange experience. The event underscored the significance of Varanasi as a cultural hub and showcased the city's timeless charm to an international audience. Through initiatives like these, Varanasi continues to strengthen its ties with the global community while preserving its rich heritage and traditions. As dusk settled over the ghats of Varanasi, the glow of diyas illuminated the riverbanks, symbolizing not only the beauty of tradition but also the unity of diverse cultures coming together in celebration. (ANI)
Were Routed To Jaipur: Passengers As Flights Diverted At Delhi Airport
As many as 22 flights were diverted at the Delhi airport on Saturday evening due to bad weather, according to an official. Of them, 9 flights were diverted to Jaipur, 8 to Lucknow, 2 to Chandigarh, and 1 each to Varanasi, Amritsar and Ahmedabad. Passengers, in telephone call to NDTV, narrated the ordeal.
We Were Routed To Jaipur: Passengers On Problems They Faced As Flights Diverted At Delhi Airport
As many as 22 flights were diverted at the Delhi airport on Saturday evening due to bad weather, according to an official. Of them, 9 flights were diverted to Jaipur, 8 to Lucknow, 2 to Chandigarh, and 1 each to Varanasi, Amritsar and Ahmedabad. Passengers, in telephone call to NDTV, narrated the ordeal.
Fire causes damages in ATC of Azamgarh airport
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SP slams deployment of cops in priests attire at Kashi Vishwanath temple
A recent directive from the Varanasi Police has sparked controversy, as male officers have been instructed to wear saffron dhoti and kurta and sport a tilak on their foreheads, resembling temple priests at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple According to Varanasi Police Commissioner Mohit Agarwal, the initiative would be assessed after a 15-day trial period. This Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Child Trapped in Borewell in Madhya Pradesh; Rescue Operation Underway
A young child, aged six, tumbled into a borewell in Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, triggering a rescue operation. The incident took place in Manika village near the Uttar Pradesh border on Friday afternoon while the child was playing near the uncovered borewell. The child is currently trapped approximately 40 feet below the surface, as stated by Rewa collector Pratibha Pal. Responding swiftly, the State Disaster Emergency Response Force (SDERF) initiated the rescue mission, with additional support summoned from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) stationed in Varanasi. Efforts are underway to supply oxygen to the child through a pipe, and a CCTV camera was deployed to monitor the situation. However, obstacles prevented the camera from reaching the child, according to Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Sonkar. The borewell, estimated to be around 70 feet deep, necessitates the excavation of a parallel pit to facilitate the rescue operation. This incident echoes a similar occurrence earlier this month in Karnataka's Vijayapura, where a two-year-old was successfully rescued from a borewell after nearly 20 hours of efforts involving a team of 32 members from various emergency services departments. In a separate development, the Delhi Government has mandated the sealing of all inactive borewells following a tragic incident last month in Keshopur. A 30-year-old man lost his life after falling into a 40-foot-deep borewell at a Delhi Jal Board (DJB) sewage treatment facility. The extensive 14-hour rescue operation unfortunately ended with the man's demise, prompting the Delhi Police to launch an investigation and file an FIR against an unidentified individual linked to the incident. A young child, aged six, tumbled into a borewell in Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, triggering a rescue operation. The incident took place in Manika village near the Uttar Pradesh border on Friday afternoon while the child was playing near the uncovered borewell. The child is currently trapped approximately 40 feet below the surface, as stated by Rewa collector Pratibha Pal. Responding swiftly, the State Disaster Emergency Response Force (SDERF) initiated the rescue mission, with additional support summoned from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) stationed in Varanasi. Efforts are underway to supply oxygen to the child through a pipe, and a CCTV camera was deployed to monitor the situation. However, obstacles prevented the camera from reaching the child, according to Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Sonkar. The borewell, estimated to be around 70 feet deep, necessitates the excavation of a parallel pit to facilitate the rescue operation. This incident echoes a similar occurrence earlier this month in Karnataka's Vijayapura, where a two-year-old was successfully rescued from a borewell after nearly 20 hours of efforts involving a team of 32 members from various emergency services departments. In a separate development, the Delhi Government has mandated the sealing of all inactive borewells following a tragic incident last month in Keshopur. A 30-year-old man lost his life after falling into a 40-foot-deep borewell at a Delhi Jal Board (DJB) sewage treatment facility. The extensive 14-hour rescue operation unfortunately ended with the man's demise, prompting the Delhi Police to launch an investigation and file an FIR against an unidentified individual linked to the incident. First Phase of Lok Sabha Election 2024: These Schools to Shut in State-wise and UTs on April 19
Borewell accident: Efforts to rescue 6-year-old boy continue for more than 20 hours in MP
BHOPAL: Efforts to rescue the six-year-old boy from a borewell in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district continued for more than 20 hours on Saturday, with a team from the State Disaster Emergency Response Force (SDERF) and local administration working overnight, an official said. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said he was monitoring the situation and is in constant touch with the local authorities. According to officials, the incident occurred at Manika village near the Uttar Pradesh border around 3 pm on Friday, when the boy was playing near the open borewell. The news of an innocent child falling into a borewell in Manika village of Rewa district was unfortunate, Yadav said in a post on X. An SDERF team and district administration were trying to get the child out safely. I am also in constant touch with the local administration, he said. Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla has been instructed to visit the site, he added. The rescue operation continued throughout Friday night, an official said. Pits about 35 feet wide have been dug on both sides of the borewell, through which the team is trying to bring the boy out, he said. Rewa Collector Pratibha Pal and Superintendent of Police (SP) Vivek Singh monitored the situation at night, the official said. The SDERF was pressed into service to save the boy stuck at a depth of around 40 feet, Pal had said on Friday night. Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Sonkar had earlier said oxygen was being supplied to the boy through a pipe, and a CCTV camera was lowered into the well to monitor his condition, but it could not reach him due to some obstruction. The borewell is about 70 feet deep, and a parallel pit is being dug to rescue the child. A team from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has been called in from Varanasi, he said, adding that unseasonal rains also affected the rescue operation.
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Rewa ASP said that a parallel pit was in the process of being dug so that the trapped six-year-old could be brought out safely.
