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Odisha weaver preserves 45-year craft, trains over 200 people
Prafulla Kumar Sahoo has devoted 45 years to mastering the art of handloom weaving in Odisha. With each saree taking nearly a month to complete, he features a unique Patta design. Beyond his craftsman skills, he has empowered over 200 unemployed individuals by providing them weaving training for sustainable livelihoods.
Bangladesh workers go on rampage, ministers blame Hasina, people across border
Bangladesh workers go on rampage, ministers blame Hasina, people across border
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Photon Matrix has introduced a laser device that identifies and eliminates mosquitoes effectively. The products are priced at around $1,000 each, with a delivery estimate of 120 days. Both the indoor and outdoor models utilize advanced A.I. for mosquito detection and targeting. The system is designed to be safe for humans and pets, although independent safety testing is pending. This technology aims to revolutionize traditional mosquito control methods.
CM Vijay greets people from atop his vehicle while en route to Pudukkottai
Halloween weekend shootings leave at least 13 people dead and 92 injured
Police and fire units respond near Legion Field, Birmingham, Alabama, after a shooting following the 85th Magic City Classic on Saturday. - WVTM More than a dozen people were killed and over 90 others injured over a Halloween weekend marred by gun violence, with multiple shootings across the country upending celebrations. One mass shooting in California occurred as people went to get last-minute costumes at Spirit Halloween, leaving a pregnant woman dead and sending people scrambling for cover. Another happened after the annual Magic City Classic football game in Birmingham, Alabama, between rivals Alabama State University and Alabama A&M University. Delaware, a state with just over 1 million people, had two mass shootings on Halloween night, including near its largest university. This is not normal, Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer said in a statement . We must never accept gun violence as a part of life in Delaware. The latest violence occurred around typically American fall events Halloween, football, college parties and comes just over two weeks after a mass shooting in an Oregon elementary school killed three students and a teacher inside a special needs classroom. unknown content item - With at least 13 people dead and 92 injured, this Halloween weekend was one of the most violent in recent years, according to CNNs preliminary estimates, based in part on tallies from the nonprofit Gun Violence Archive. The list, while not exhaustive, gives a glimpse into the countrys latest bouts of gun violence. Shootings at costume store and pre-Halloween parties One of the first deaths happened on the eve of Halloween at a holiday store in Fairfield, California, northeast of San Francisco. Constance Hages, 31, who family members said was pregnant, was at a Spirit Halloween when gunfire erupted at 8:30 p.m. Friday, police said. Six others were wounded, including three critically. The shopping center canceled the next days trick-or-treating event after the shooting. Police vehicles are seen outside the Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California, on Saturday after a woman was killed. - KXTV/AP A shooting at a Flint, Michigan, party just before 12:30 a.m. on Saturday left one woman killed while two teenage boys and a man were injured, CNN affiliate WJRT reported . The three injured are listed in good condition. In Kansas, Wichita Police said an after-party early Saturday resulted in four people shot, including one 36-year-old man hit in the face by a stray bullet while looking outside of his window, CNN affiliate KAKE reported . 2 shootings at storied college game In Alabama, two shootings just minutes apart followed the end of Alabama State University and Alabama A&M Universitys Magic City Classic on Saturday night in Birmingham. The rivalry football game, which took place at the citys 71,000-seat Legion Field , is an eight-decade tradition between the historically Black universities. One person was killed and eight others wounded in the gunfire just before 8 p.m., near vendors set up outside of Legion Field, Birmingham police said. A 17-year-old not affiliated with either university was taken into custody, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said. The teen had a gun with a Glock conversion switch, Woodfin said. In Birmingham, the mayor said, people can be united in grieving and seeking justice while still celebrating the classic football game, where Woodfin had posted pictures of himself Saturday evening. We can have an honest conversation about public safety while continuing to embrace and celebrate the traditions that have helped shape our city and our institution, he told reporters Sunday afternoon. Gun violence in college towns Later Saturday, as people went out to parties in small communities, college towns and urban hubs, they encountered more violence. Delaware experienced two shootings in just over an hour. At an outdoor party in Ellendale, a small Delaware town about 20 miles northwest of Rehoboth Beach, someone opened fire into the crowd from a neighboring property just before 10 p.m., according to the State Polices preliminary investigation . The shooter hit nine people, including a 17-year-old girl who later died from her injuries, police said. Those injured ranged in age from 17 to 22. Just over an hour later, at around 11:13 p.m., came another mass shooting as people celebrated Halloween along a crowded Main Street near the University of Delaware, in Newark. Six people were shot and taken to hospitals, Newark Police said early Saturday . I ask that you keep the victims in your thoughts and hearts as they receive care, University of Delaware President Laura A. Carlson said in a campus letter Sunday. Please also recognize the impact and toll on our students and community members who were on Main Street last night and witnessed this violence. Near the US-Mexico border, gunfire erupted at a Halloween birthday party just north of Edinburg, Texas, around 11:45 p.m. CT, CNN affiliate KRGV reported. The shooting left seven people wounded with non-life-threatening injuries, according to a Hidalgo County Sheriffs Office statement. Two cities named Bloomington one in Illinois and another in Indiana suffered shootings early Sunday that left a total of 14 people injured and one dead. In Illinois, Bloomington Police responded to reports of shots fired at around 1:23 a.m. CT on a residential block just north of Illinois Wesleyan University, where they found multiple people with gunshot wounds, officials said in a social media post . Eight victims have been identified, local police said, including a 19-year-old woman pronounced dead at the scene. In addition, another woman was transported to a regional trauma center, where shes listed in critical condition, police said. Six other people have non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. In Bloomington, Indiana, police officers from the city and Indiana University were watching a large crowd at a downtown street corner when shots were fired around 1:30 a.m. ET, CNN affiliate WISH reported . Seven people between 17 and 27 years old were injured, WISH reported. None of the victims go to school in Bloomington, Mayor Kerry Thomson said Sunday, adding all were from the Indianapolis area. All seven were in stable condition, Thomson said. One person was arrested while trying to flee from police while armed, city officials said. No suspects have been identified or arrested. A person wearing a costume stands at crime scene tape as police investigate a shooting on Kirkwood Avenue in Bloomington, Indiana, on Sunday. - Jeremy Hogan/Getty Images In Arkansas, Fayetteville Police had already been assigned to work in the citys popular Dickson Street area because of Halloween festivities and a University of Arkansas home football game, according to a department news update . But just after 1:40 a.m. Sunday, police responded to reports of a shooting nearby and found six people shot. All were taken to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. From towns to cities In Jackson, Mississippi, police said a man and woman were killed and four others were injured at a nightclub early Sunday. Two men wearing ski masks entered the club, which was hosting a costume party, and at least one of them pulled out a gun and fired into the crowd on the dance floor, CNN affiliate WAPT reported. On the streets of Dallas bustling nightlife district in the Deep Ellum neighborhood, three shootings that began just after midnight left four people killed and at least 15 others injured. More police were already patrolling the area, just east of downtown Dallas, because of Halloween events. We had more presence out here, and this was something that we were ramped up for, Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux told reporters. He added the number of injured was still moving a little bit with some people transporting themselves for medical care. Shootings at two Halloween parties in Jacksonville, Florida, resulted in two people killed and 11 others injured. One happened around 1:45 a.m. while people were in line for a party, leaving a 17-year-old girl fatally shot and two others wounded, the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office said . The second was just over two hours later at a house party, the sheriffs office said. Two instances of gunfire there left a 20-year-old man dead and nine others between the ages of 15 and 25 hurt; one has a life-threatening injury, the sheriffs office said. The shootings at both Jacksonville parties were the result of fights that then led to gunfire, police said. I am saddened by the heinous acts of violence our community endured this weekend, Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said in a statement. My heart goes out to the victims of these senseless acts and the many others impacted. There have been nearly 400 mass shootings in the United States so far this year, which amounts to more than one a day, according to the Gun Violence Archives ongoing tally . CNNs Chris Boyette, Amanda Watts and Sydney Bishop contributed to this report. For more CNN news and newsletters create an account at CNN.com This article originally appeared on CNN at https://www.cnn.com/2026/11/02/us/halloween-weekend-shootings
Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza, medics say
Israeli strikes killed at least three
Will strive to make session more beneficial for people: Chief Justice as HC shifts to Jammu
Jammu, Nov 02: Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Pushpendra Singh Bhati on Monday dedicated the new session of the court to the people of the Union Territory, saying that every effort would be made to make its functioning more beneficial for the common citizens. The chief justice was speaking to reporters after receiving a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the high court's main wing in Jammu, which reopened following the annual Darbar Move from Srinagar to Jammu. We dedicate it to the citizens of J-K, and we'll try our best to make this session more and more beneficial for the rights of common citizens, Justice Bhati said. The main wing of the high court and several associated offices at Srinagar closed on October 31 after office hours and reopened in Jammu as part of the bi-annual darbar move, a practice under which the government shifts its offices between Jammu and Srinagar every six months.
Search for Life Partners Brings 7,000 People to Kozhikode Temple
Outside the temple, the queue stretched beyond the premises and crossed two bus stops along the National Highway
Nita Ambani's Big Birthday Gift: 5,000 Needy People to Get a Home Under Anant Ashray
Nita Ambani performs bhoomi pujan for Anant Ashray in Maharashtra's Karjat. Spread across 100 acres, the Reliance Foundation project will provide a family-like home to over 5,000 orphaned children, senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
Prabhas' marriage plans have often sparked curiosity, with SS Rajamouli once joking that the actor was too lazy to get married. The Baahubali star has also admitted that he is shy and finds it difficult to meet people. In an interview with India Today Digital, he said he understands fans' concern about his wedding.
Business jet carrying 9 people crashed in Florida neighborhood, erupting in a massive fireball
West Palm Beach, Nov 02: A business jet carrying nine people nose-dived into a South Florida neighborhood Sunday and erupted into a giant fireball that appeared to just miss homes before crashing near a busy roadway, creating a giant fiery crater in the pavement. It was not immediately known if anyone on the Learjet 60 or on the ground in the Palm Beach County neighborhood was injured or killed. The aircraft had departed Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas and was headed to the Bahamas, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Authorities did not immediately say what caused the jet to go down or who was on it. Jim Reynolds, a spokesperson for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, said it was a private aircraft. He could not immediately provide details about who was on the flight. This is definitely a tragedy, he said. He said the tail number for the flight was N722BD. Video shot from people inside their cars captured the terrifying moment the aircraft plunged from the sky, before striking near the roadway and exploding. Flames flickered around chunks of pavement lining the crater as people milled about, expressing shock it landed only feet from homes and only inches from passing vehicles. Thick black smoke engulfed the crash site. It was unclear if the crash caused any damage to homes. The crash occurred near Military Trail and 10th Avenue North. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office closed roads in both directions and urged motorists to avoid the area. Firefighters and other emergency personnel rushed to the scene. A woman working nearby said electricity in the area had been out for approximately two hours following the crash. The circumstances of the crash remained under investigation.
9 Killed As Private Jet Crashes Into Florida Residential Area, 600 People Evacuated
A private jet crashed into a residential area in Florida on Sunday, 1 November. All nine people on board died after the aircraft hit the ground and caught fire. The Learjet 60 was flying from Austin, Texas, to the
Jet crash in Florida: All nine people aboard killed, says Transportation Secretary
The aircraft had departed Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas and was headed to the Bahamas, according to the Federal Aviation Administration
Nine people dead in Learjet crash in south Florida, officials say
A Learjet 60 with nine people on board crashed on Sunday in a residential area near Cresthaven, Florida, the US Federal Aviation Administration said. Everyone on board died when the aircraft crashed about 12:50 pm ET (1750 GMT), according to a social media post from Transp
Mehbooba urges people to defend constitutional rights
Srinagar, Nov 1: Turning Jammu and Kashmir's loss of constitutional safeguards into a warning for the rest of India, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday told a gathering at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan that the country must resist what she described as attempts to weaken the Constitution and take away the people's right to choose their government. In a speech that drew parallels between the constitutional changes in Jammu and Kashmir in 2019 and the political situation in the country, the former Chief Minister said the people of the Union Territory had already experienced the consequences of decisions that, according to her, undermined their democratic rights. We, the people of Jammu and Kashmir, have been destroyed. In 2019, they destroyed the Constitution. But now, you children, don't let the whole country become Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba said, addressing the gathering. Her remarks placed Kashmir at the centre of a wider political argument, presenting the region not merely as a victim of constitutional changes but as a warning of what she alleged could happen elsewhere if democratic institutions and constitutional protections were weakened. Referring to the Constitution, Mehbooba said it had given citizens the power to elect and remove governments, but alleged that the ruling dispensation was attempting to undermine that fundamental democratic right. The Constitution has given you the vote to change governments. They want to snatch that right from you, she said. The PDP president accused the BJP-led government at the Centre of weakening constitutional principles despite having failed, in her assessment, to secure the mandate it had sought to change the Constitution after the 2024 general elections. She alleged that while the Constitution had not been formally replaced, attempts were being made to hollow it out. Expanding her attack beyond constitutional issues, Mehbooba accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government of favouring powerful business interests at the expense of ordinary citizens. She alleged that public assets accumulated over decades under successive governments were being handed over to select businessmen, while poor families faced displacement and economic hardship. Referring to the demolition of homes and the cutting of trees, she accused the government of making land available to private business interests at throwaway prices, alleging that the poor were receiving little benefit from its economic policies. (KNS)
Flags of various parties flutter, people land from other states at Ramlila
Police detain 325 people at pro-Palestine Action protest at US embassy in London
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Govt Focused on People-Centric Governance Across Jammu Kashmir: CM Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said his government had maintained a focus on inclusive and people-oriented development across Jammu and Kashmir, citing public outreach, infrastructure projects and improvements in essential services as key priorities during the year so far. In a post on X, Abdullah said he had visited different parts of the []
Sharran Srivatsaa, the CEO of Acquisition.com, once taught Bill Gates tennis. During their interactions, Sharran was taken aback by how curious the billionaire was and how frequently he asked questions. In a recent interview, the entrepreneur said that many extremely successful people have one trait in common - being curious.
Somali pirates hijack Iranian fishing vessel carrying 23 people
Mogadishu: Somali pirates have seized an Iranian fishing vessel carrying 23 people, the Maritime Security Centre Indian Ocean said, warning that the ship was approaching a commercial shipping lane and could become a floating base for further attacks. The Azini was hijacked Thursday between the coastal towns of Bandar Bayla and Hafun in northeastern Somalia, 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 .
People throng Madurai streets to complete festival shopping ahead of Deepavali
Super Flop Rally: Sambit Patra Mocks INDIA Bloc, Asks Where Are The 10 Lakh People?
The BJP has mocked the INDIA blocs rally at Delhis Ramlila Maidan, calling it a super flop show. BJP MP Sambit Patra claimed that around 40% of the venue was empty and questioned the Oppositions earlier projection of a 10-lakh turnout. Where are the 10 lakh people? Patra asked while targeting Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders. The Opposition had organised the rally over alleged voter deletions, vote chori and its demand for accountability from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
On Sunday, the Bharatiya Janata Party criticized the massive INDIA bloc rally at Ramlila Maidan, calling it a super flop and saying that a big part of the ground was still vacant.
The SP chief said those who once boasted about making India a Vishwaguru are now busy manipulating the electoral rolls
Kirwin, a once-bustling mining community nestled in the Absaroka Mountains of Wyoming, experienced a fleeting boom in the early 1900s. The settlement featured essential amenities like hotels and stores catering to miners' needs. However, a devastating snow slide in February 1907 crippled the towns infrastructure, leading to a rapid decline in mining activity and a mass exodus of its residents.
Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza - medics say
Israeli strikes killed at least eight Palestinians,
Rahul Gandhi Urges People To Support Local Traders During Festive Season
Addressing the INDIA bloc's 'Chalo Dilli' rally at Ramlila Maidan, Rahul Gandhi urged people to shop from local traders during the festive season after market associations raised concerns over business disruptions due to the November 1 gathering.
US says most visa cancellations involved people no longer eligible to stay Trump admin crackdown
Trump administration has revoked more than 300,000 US visas since January 2025, with the US State Department saying most cancellations involved individuals who were no longer eligible to hold visas. Reasons included criminal activity, immigration violations, public safety concerns, fraud and misrepresentation.
Kannada Pride should Unite People Through Love and Trust, not Divide them: U.T. Khader at Mangaluru Rajyotsava Mangaluru, Nov. 1: Kannada pride should be a unifying force that strengthens bonds of love and trust among people, rather than becoming a means to alienate speakers of other languages, said Dakshina Kannada District Minister U.T. Khader on [] The post Kannada Pride should Unite People Through Love and Trust, not Divide them: U.T. Khader at Mangaluru Rajyotsava appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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'People Can Only Buy Hatred From You': Shah slams Rahul Gandhi as Cong leads Chalo Dilli march
Marysville, Montana, once stood as a vibrant mining hub in the late 1800s, largely thanks to the rich yields from the Drumlummon Mine. At its zenith, this gold-producing site attracted a thriving community. However, as mining operations floundered, the population sharply declined, resulting in a mere handful of residents. The town's experience highlights the challenges faced by economies overly reliant on singular resources, underscoring the lessons on sustainability.
Poor people must not avoid healthcare due to costs: Minister Muhaimin
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PM Modi greets people of six States on foundation day
Six States celebrating Foundation Day on November 1 are: Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Keralam
PM Modi greets people of six States on foundation day
Six States celebrating Foundation Day on November 1 are: Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Keralam
PM Modi Greets People Of 6 States On Foundation Day
PM Modi also hoped that the coming years would bring new opportunities, greater prosperity and continued progress to the people of the six states.
Health Ministry urges public to embrace people with Down syndrome
The former Supreme Court judge on delays in clearing collegium recommendations and the need for reform
Run for Unity brings together people from all walks of life in Anantnag
Anantnag, Oct 31: To commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as the Iron Man of India, and mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), the District Administration Anantnag today organised a grand Run for Unity rally, witnessed massive public participation and patriotic fervour. The programme commenced from Sports Stadium Anantnag and culminated at Government Degree College (GDC), Anantnag. Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, along with DIG, SKR, Javaid Iqbal Matoo and SSP Anantnag, Amod Ashok Nagpure led the Run for Unity, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from officers and officials of the civil and police administrations, besides students, youth and general public. Addressing the gathering, Deputy Commissioner Anantnag highlighted the significance of the occasion and the invaluable contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel towards strengthening the unity and integrity of the nation. He emphasised that national unity and integrity are the cornerstones of a strong, peaceful and progressive nation. He further observed that India's strength lies in its unity in diversity and that every citizen has an important responsibility in safeguarding the sovereignty, integrity and democratic values of the nation. The Deputy Commissioner also highlighted the importance of engaging youth in constructive activities. He called upon the younger generation to become ambassadors of peace, harmony and brotherhood and contribute towards building an inclusive and progressive society. On the occasion, participants also took the National Unity Pledge with commitment to preserve the unity, integrity and security of the nation and strengthening the bonds of brotherhood, mutual respect and communal harmony among all citizens.
Harsh Goenka has questioned the growing trend of high-profile temple visits, criticising VIP entry, photographers and public relations teams accompanying influential devotees. His post on X sparked a discussion about religious humility, unequal access to places of worship and whether temple visits have increasingly become displays of social status.
TVS Capitals Rs 750-Cr private-credit bet; What makes people pay attention to content?
TVS Capital has launched TVS Alts, a private-credit platform targeting Rs 750 crore, with a green-shoe option lifting its potential corpus to Rs 1,250 crore.
London police arrest 139 people outside U.S. Embassy for supporting banned pro-Palestinian group
Many of those protesting were retirees and were holding signs reading: I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action
CM Naidu Recalls His 53-Day Jail Term During YSRC Rule, Thanks People For Support
In a post on X marking the third anniversary of his release from Rajahmundry Central Prison, the AP CM said he had been arrested at Nandyal in the middle of the night without being served a notice.
Apollo Foundation Screens 11,000 People For TB In High-Risk Areas Of Chittoor
The Apollo Foundations Total Health initiative, in coordination with the Andhra Pradesh government, has screened more than 11,000 people across 10 mandals in Chittoor district over the past year, identifying 90 suspected TB cases for further testing.
Nellore Collector Asks People To Remain Alert Amid Cyclone Warning
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INDIA bloc targeting constitutional institutions to mislead people: Tripura CM
Digital Desk | Agartala, Oct 31 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday accused the Congress-led INDIA bloc of undermining constitutional institutions, including the Election Commission (EC) and the Supreme Court, alleging that its opposition to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was aimed at misleading people. Addressing a rally, Saha said the country was progressing under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, while opposition parties were attempting to create distrust in constitutional bodies. Backing the SIR exercise, the Chief Minister said the Election Commission was empowered to undertake electoral roll revisions to ensure accurate voter lists and free and fair elections. He accused the INDIA bloc of questioning the process despite the Supreme Court's observations on the EC's authority. Saha alleged that the opposition was resorting to protests and political campaigns after failing to secure electoral victories. He asserted that such attempts would not succeed in a democratic country like India. He said the BJP would reach out to people to highlight what he described as the opposition's attempts to weaken democratic institutions and undermine constitutional values. Saturdays massive public participation demonstrates that the true strength of democracy lies in the people. The people of Tripura have clearly expressed their firm commitment to peace, stability, good governance and development. Our journey will continue with an unwavering resolve to uphold the dignity of democracy, raise our voice against anarchy, and further strengthen the path of progress and development, the Chief Minister said in a post on his X handle. State BJP president Abhishek Debroy also criticised the INDIA bloc's opposition to the SIR exercise, claiming that similar revisions had been conducted several times during previous Congress-led governments. He questioned the opposition's demand to halt the exercise, arguing that electoral roll revision was necessary to remove the names of deceased and shifted voters and maintain accurate voter lists. Referring to the INDIA bloc's 'Save Democracy' rally held on Friday, Debroy alleged that the Congress and CPI (M) had joined hands to challenge the BJP politically in Tripura. He expressed confidence in the BJP's political prospects in the state, asserting that the party would remain strong until 2047. The Saturdays rally was organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) nationwide as part of the Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy (Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao) campaign.
Study finds bacterial imbalance in people with dry eyes
French government says 320,000 people protested nationwide on Saturday
The French government estimated that 320,000 people protested nationwide Saturday in demonstrations focused on high living costs, fewer than in previous demonstrations. Mass protests on October 17 drew more than 500,000 people around France, and demonstrations on October 24 drew 410,000, according to government estimates. Organisers' turnout estimates are much higher. The Interior Ministry told reporters that of the 320,000 protesting Saturday, 70,000 people are estimated to have turned out for the main protest in Paris, which police moved outside the city centre to reduce the risk of unrest around government buildings and tourist sites after a last-minute court battle.
The three-day Birth Centenary Festival of All World Gayatri Pariwar began today at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi with flag hoisting and Vedic rituals. More than 20,000 people attended the first day of the festival, held to mark the birth centenary of Param Vandaniya Mata Bhagwati Devi Sharma. The festival was inaugurated with a joint flag hoisting by Delhi Government Minister Kapil Mishra and the festival
Guinness World Records representatives were present as 6,500 people from 650 tribal villages performed the Godavari Maha Aarti.
Three people killed in Noney in Manipur
KIM alleged that the act was committed by cadres of the NSCN-IM and ZUF(K) terrorist groups. This atrocity is a direct, unprovoked assault on the lives, dignity, and survival of the Kuki-Zo people in their own homeland.
A 10-year study tracking 3,082 older adults found that people who experienced higher levels of loneliness showed faster declines in memory and thinking abilities, even when they regularly met family members and friends. Researchers found that the emotional feeling of loneliness was linked to cognitive decline independently of how frequently participants interacted with others. The findings highlight the difference between being socially isolated and feeling emotionally disconnected.
Value people, not just infra: Adelbert
Shillong, Oct 31: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum on Friday said development should not be measured only by infrastructure, but by how a constituency values its people. Speaking as chief guest at LAURELS, a felicitation programme for over 700 achievers from North Shillong, Nongrum said love, mutual respect and equality are key to preserving peace [] The post Value people, not just infra: Adelbert first appeared on Highland Post .
Pradeep Khullar was 15 years old when his father passed away after battling cancer in 1998. Most of the family's savings had gone towards his father's treatment, leaving them in financial difficulty.
Teams Depart For Gangotri to Rescue Stranded 13 People at Kedar Tal
On October 30, the trekkers managed to make contact via phone with their trekking agency, reporting that they were safe near 'Kachhi Dhang' and requested assistance.
Rahul Gandhi Invites People For Ramlila Maidan March, Delhi Police Say No Permission Sought
Rahul Gandhi has invited political leaders, journalists, civil society members and citizens to join the INDIA bloc's march from Connaught Place to Ramlila Maidan on November 1. The announcement comes ahead of the opposition's mega rally against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Meanwhile, Delhi Police sources say no permission was sought for the proposed march from Connaught Place. Security arrangements have been stepped up at Ramlila Maidan, with police personnel and paramilitary forces set to be deployed. Rahul Gandhi has also alleged that people travelling to Delhi for the rally are being stopped.
A LinkedIn post questioning whether Rs 3050 lakh a year is enough to live in Gurgaon has sparked a debate. The author recalled paying Rs 20,000 in rent and spending Rs 20,000 on food while cooking himself. He blamed lifestyle inflation, expensive purchases and social pressure for rising financial expectations.
Search Continue For 12 People Missing in Landslide-Hit Southern Odisha Village
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Japan's 'phone booth to the dead' lets people talk to lost loved ones
In the heart of Otsuchi, Japan, the Wind Phone stands as a poignant tribute to those who have lost loved ones. Established by Itaru Sasaki after the loss of his cousin, this unique telephone booth offers a space to share unspoken thoughts. Following the devastation of the 2011 tsunami, it has become a refuge for many grieving souls, fostering emotional connections and inspiring similar creations worldwide.
Rahul Bose is known for his serious, no-nonsense persona, though he has tickled the audience's funny bone in the past. However, in Udta Teer, he has surprised moviegoers like never before. He plays M D Burman, head of the Counter Terrorism Squad (CTS), who slips into a coma just as he discovers the protagonist (Ayushmann Khurrana) is a Pakistani spy. From this point onwards, his eyes do all the talking, leaving audiences in splits. Meanwhile, the Pakistani spy loses his memory and begins believing that he is an Indian patriot. A hilarious sequence in which he saves M D Burman in the hospital brought the house down. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Rahul Bose opened up about the overwhelming response to his performance, and much more. You have played funny roles in the past. But is the kind of response you've received for Udta Teer unlike anything you've experienced before? Honestly, I haven't done comedy like this before. It's physical comedy that almost borders on mime because there are no dialogues. So, it was very different from what most actors do in cinema, forget about me. I asked Aakash (writer-director Aakash A Kaushik), 'Why would you cast someone like me?'. He replied, 'That's because with you, nobody is expecting the film to turn funny'. My character comes across as very serious. He's the head of the CTS. It's a typical Rahul Bose kind of role, which I played earlier in Berlin (2024). Hence, no one can imagine what happens to this character. Aakash said, 'If I had cast a renowned comedy actor, people would know that ab kuch funny aane waala hain. Nahin toh iss actor ko kyun cast karte?'. I felt that this was a very intelligent reply to my question. Then, he said, 'I saw you on a game show where the audience had to find out who the liar was'. I forgot the name of the show. There were eight of us. Questions were asked to us throughout the day, and then the audience had to decide who the most truthful person was. I won that show, though I lied throughout! He remarked, 'I was so shocked because we thought you were speaking the truth. However, you were lying the whole time. If a guy can do that with his eyes, then I am very confident he can pull this off'. How was it shooting the crazy scenes in the movie? For me, personally, it was very interesting. Don't forget that all those scenes were not in the script. The script would simply say that 'Ayushmann saves Rahul in the hospital'. But hospital bed pe kya hota hai, defibrillator pads ke saath kya hota hain, Rahul ke taang ke saath woh kisko maarta hain, Rahul kispe girta hain, etc., were all improvised. The morgue sequence was written, the one where my character kisses the dead body! However, the lift door banging on his head ten times was not written in the script. So, that whole action sequence was designed by the action director, keeping comedy in mind. I had to prepare accordingly. When the lift door kept banging against the side of my head, I made sure that my expression was different every single time so that people would find it amusing. The same happened with the love track. The script only mentioned that Holkar (Smita Tambe) was in love with my character. How he reacts, how their track develops and how it reaches the point where he's in a wheelchair and gives her a rose were also not entirely on the page. So, you have to see how it works out. The best way to know whether or not it's working is to see whether the unit laughs. The unit gets tired by the time we go for the third take, fourth take, sometimes even the eighteenth take. They don't really pay attention. But if the unit laughs, then you know you're in a good space. They already know what's coming and what the shot is, and yet they're laughing. On stage, I started my career doing physical comedy. That was in 1990, 36 years ago. So, it was not unfamiliar territory for me. However, I knew that in my cinema career, this would be something new. I am grateful to Aakash for thinking of me. I told him, 'From the glorious heights of Mr & Mrs Iyer (2002), I have now become a slapstick comedian. This is on you!' (smiles). Thankfully, your funniest scenes were not shown in the trailer. That added to the surprise... A lot of people saw the trailer and told me, 'Didn't you tell us that you are in the film? But you are hardly there in the trailer. Tumhara role kat gaya kya?'. I assured them, 'Aap film dekho. Phir aapko pata chalega'. But that sounds like something a loser would say! And now, looking at the feedback, I think not showing me was a good strategy. Udta Teer has a scene where you mistakenly kiss a dead body. Even the sequence where your head bangs on the lift floor could be considered a bit too extreme by some viewers. Did you ever fear trolling or criticism? After all, these days, almost anything can invite criticism on social media... There was no fear as such. You may see one funny scene and you'll be like, 'Ha ha ha ha. Theek hai'. However, it's actually a performance. He does a lot, including dancing to 'It's The Time To Disco'! That's when people realize that this is a performance and not just an item. If it was an item, then people would wonder, 'What is wrong with this guy? What is he doing with his career?'. That didn't happen in the case of Udta Teer because it's a performance. Somebody told me, 'I saw you in Bulbbul (2020), and now I see you here, and my mind is completely scrambled'. Hence, I wouldn't have done this role had Aakash not assured me that this was a proper performance and not just one scene where you come in as an item. I had faith in Aakash, and he lived up to his word. In fact, he even increased my role after seeing the rough cut. There's also an amusing track involving unrequited love between your character and Holkar. If Udta Teer gets a sequel, could we finally see their romance blossom? (Laughs) Firstly, I don't know if there's a part 2. If there's a sequel, Aakash will definitely find a way to present me in yet another absolutely ridiculous avatar! I am sure, as he has a very funny and twisted mind. I have worked with 15 first-time directors, starting with Dev Benegal (English, August; 1994), Saket Chaudhary (Pyaar Ke Side Effects; 2006), Sujoy Ghosh (Jhankaar Beats; 2003), Anvita Dutt (Bulbbul; 2020), Vinta Nanda (White Noise; 2005), Anil Senior (Dil Kabaddi; 2008), etc. I look for some madness in these debutant directors. They don't have anything else to show except for that spark. Their films are quite pure. Even my first film as a director, Everybody Says I'm Fine (2001), was also very pure. So, it's great fun working with first-time directors, though there's also a risk involved. 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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 30 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma addressed the 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy' (Loktantra Bachao-Arajakta Hatao) march in Kota on Friday and later joined the procession. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that those who had never respected democracy and had repeatedly undermined the Constitution were now claiming to be its protectors. He added that democracy represents the collective strength of the people and is the foundation for safeguarding every citizen's rights. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's rich heritage and democratic values are being recognised globally. Today, the world looks towards India as an example of a vibrant and robust democracy. The Chief Minister said that democracy guarantees everyone the right to contest elections and express their views. However, CM Sharma pointed to what he described as the Congress party's double standards, saying that it considers democracy secure when election results favour it but claims that democracy is under threat when the poll results go against it. He alleged that Congress had set new benchmarks in corruption and appeasement, thereby undermining democratic values. Chief Minister Sharma also accused the Congress of repeatedly questioning constitutional and democratic institutions. He said the Congress considers Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) reliable when it wins elections but questions their credibility when it loses. Recalling the Emergency imposed in 1975, the Chief Minister said that Congress had curtailed democratic rights and violated the spirit of the Constitution, causing immense suffering to countless Loktantra Senanis and their families. Questioning the circumstances surrounding the Emergency, Chief Minister Sharma asked whether it had been imposed merely to serve personal and political interests. He called upon citizens to draw lessons from that dark chapter of Indian history and remain committed to protecting democracy, constitutional values and the country's democratic institutions. He also recalled that the Congress government at the Centre had dismissed several elected state governments during its tenure. The Chief Minister alleged that Congress had repeatedly questioned institutions and matters associated with the country's pride and national security, including the Armed Forces, the Election Commission, the Supreme Court, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resolve to neither indulge in corruption nor allow it, and to recover money obtained through corrupt practices, he contrasted this commitment with what he described as Congress' record of corruption, appeasement and caste-based politics during its long tenure in power. Chief Minister Sharma said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers remain continuously connected with the people, working 24 hours a day, 30 days a month and 365 days a year. He recalled the BJP's long journey in Opposition, during which its workers remained among the public, understood their concerns and earned their trust through sustained engagement. Taking a jibe at the Congress, CM Sharma alleged that its leaders often remained confined to hotels for months while in power and that the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi spent more time abroad than in the country. Referring to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the Chief Minister said that maintaining accurate voter lists was essential for a healthy democracy. He emphasised that the rights of genuine voters must be protected and that any ineligible entries should be examined in accordance with established rules. Those having objections to the SIR process, he said, should submit them, along with concrete evidence, before the competent authority or the court. He also referred to the Election Commission's affidavit before the Supreme Court, saying that it had responded to various allegations concerning the SIR process and clarified that the key directives relating to the electoral roll exercise had received unanimous approval. He also noted that the statutory authority to include or delete names from electoral rolls rests with the Electoral Registration Officer. Taking aim at former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, CM Sharma alleged that during the Congress government's internal power struggle in Rajasthan, its leaders remained confined to hotels for nearly four months. He said the previous Congress government had taken two years merely to conduct panchayat and local body elections, while the Model Code of Conduct was frequently imposed at intervals of three months. The Chief Minister recalled that when the current BJP government proposed the 'One State, One Election' initiative, Congress leaders had ridiculed the proposal, claiming that it was impossible to implement. Referring to their dismissive remarks that even their 'uncle' could not accomplish the task, CM Sharma said the results were now there for everyone to see. Local body elections had been completed, while panchayat elections were underway. He added that while Congress leaders frequently spoke about democracy, people were well aware of how democratic processes had been handled during their tenure. Emphasising his government's commitment to a policy of zero tolerance towards corruption, the Chief Minister said that more than 265 officers and employees had been suspended and disciplinary proceedings initiated against around 700 others. In several cases, pensions had been withheld, while action ranging from removal from service to dismissal had also been taken. He asserted that no individual involved in corruption would be spared, irrespective of their position or influence, and that strict action would be taken against all those found guilty. The Chief Minister said that the BJP government was committed to realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' by ensuring that the benefits of welfare schemes reach every eligible person, particularly the poor and disadvantaged sections of society. He called upon BJP workers to remain connected with the people, take the government's development and welfare initiatives to every household, and give a strong democratic response to what he described as Congress' attempts to create disorder and confusion in the country's democratic system.
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