Los Angeles, Feb 20 (IANS) Hollywood actor Channing Tatum is giving a peek into the aftermath from his recent shoulder surgery.

The actor took to his social media, and revealed a lengthy scar that he admitted he expected to be “two little holes”, reports ‘People’ magazine.

“Not gone lie it’s my fault for not asking. I thought it was gonna be two little holes”, the ‘Magic Mike’ star, 45, wrote in the caption for a photo he shared to Instagram, weeks after he underwent surgery for a separated shoulder.

“Apparently not the case. Hehehe. Well it doesn’t matter anyhow i like scars anyway and it’s feeling stronger day by day so thank you doctor”, he wrote. He went on to joke about the metal screw holding his bones together, quipping, “Also I do like going through airport security wondering if my shoulder is gonna shut off the machine”.

As per ‘People’, the actor had shared an X-Ray of visibly broken bones, and then posted a photo of a large screw holding his bones together.

On Tuesday, February 3, Channing Tatum posted a photo on Instagram from his hospital bed as he prepared to go under the knife for a "separated shoulder”.

In the black-and-white pic, the Step Up star could be seen lying on the bed while wearing a hospital cap and gown. “Just another day. Another challenge. This one is gonna be hard. But whatever. Let’s get it”, he wrote.

The actor did not reveal how his injury occurred, though the actor is known for doing many of his own stunts in his movies. Back in September, the Roofman star told ‘Variety’ he had injured himself while shooting ‘Avengers: Doomsday’, which is set for a December 2026 release.

The outlet reported that the actor showed up to the interview with a limp and his double had to take on a lot of his heavier scenes in the film, with him due to undergo intensive physical therapy for the leg injury.

He said, "I just hate getting old. In my mind, I’m literally still 30 years old, 26, if I’m honest”.

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Los Angeles, Feb 20 (IANS) Hollywood actress Amanda Seyfried is lauding women for turning up for movies with strong female characters.

The actress had a busy end to 2025, with musical drama ‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ and erotic thriller ‘The Housemaid’ releasing within days of each other, reports ‘Variety’.

Though the films are “vastly different”, the actress is proud that they have one thing in common, centering strong women.

As per ‘Variety’, at a Berlin Film Festival press conference for ‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ before the film’s Special Gala screening, the actress was asked about what attracts her to a project and the experience of starring in both films at the same time.

Though Seyfried was not questioned point-blank about politics as many stars have been at this edition of the Berlinale, she was asked about the importance of quality in “these times when fascism is rising everywhere”.

“I think about, what’s worth leaving my kids for? And what’s going to give me the opportunity as an artist to flex myself and to learn something about myself?”, Seyfried said. “I mean, this particular project (‘Ann Lee’) had quality all over it, and what I define as quality is a clear vision, and not necessarily a message but an exploration of someone’s life through storytelling in a cinematic atmosphere with a real edge”.

The actress continued that though Paul Feig’s ‘The Housemaid’, which co-stars Sydney Sweeney and has become a box office hit, is “vastly different” in content and the experience of filming, it was “also incredibly fun and let me flex myself and my artistic needs”.

“Not in the same way necessarily, but it was very fruitful for me personally”, she said. “And at the end of the day, I think both, I’m gonna say this, I love the fact that they’re both about strength of character, women with needs and who are activated by those needs and by the need for equality and safety in the world”.

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Kolkata, Feb 20 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has identified the electoral registration officers (EROs) and assistant electoral registration officers (AEROs) “guilty” of “deliberately” delaying the process of uploading of identity documents received during the hearing sessions on claims and objections on the draft voters’ list in West Bengal.​

Sources in the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) claimed that 120 and 150 EROs and AEROs have been found “guilty”. However, ECI has not yet officially given the number of EROs and AEROs involved. ​

“Some EROs and AEROs have been found deliberately keeping the process of document uploading pending even five days after the expiry of the extended deadline for hearing sessions on February 14,” sources claimed. ​

The source also claimed that, due to this deliberately lackadaisical approach to document uploading, a large number of voters’ documents have yet to be uploaded to the system.​

“Unless these documents are uploaded, their scrutiny process would not be possible. In such a situation, it is highly doubtful whether the current deadline of completing the scrutiny process by February 21 will be met,” sources said.​

They added that if the deadline for completing the document scrutiny process is extended, the current scheduled publication date of the final voters’ list on February 28 will also have to be postponed.​

They said that the Commission is determined not to spare the EROs and AEROs found guilty.​

“Actions will be taken against them by the Commission as per provisions of the Representation of the People Acts, as already being done against two EROs, nine AEROs, one data-entry operator, and three micro-observers,” sources said.

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Ahmedabad, Feb 19 (IANS) The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has arrested a three-man gang involved in a spate of thefts targeting senior citizens, officials said on Thursday.​

The accused allegedly offered elderly passengers rides in an autorickshaw and stole cash and gold ornaments during the journeys. The arrests are linked to a case registered at the Sardarnagar police station.

​The accused have been identified as Mohmad Yunus alias Chacha, 46; Imtiyaz alias Kuli, 36; and Sakil, 38, all residents of Ahmedabad. They were apprehended beneath Jamalpur Bridge while travelling in an autorickshaw and found in possession of stolen property.​

The case came to light after a retired SRP police inspector reported being robbed while travelling to his native place to attend a wedding. He was carrying his pension and household gold ornaments at the time.

​Police recovered items, including a gold necklace with a pendant valued at Rs 3,10,000, two gold chains valued at Rs 3,11,000 and Rs 1,56,000, two gold rings valued at Rs 73,000, and cash amounting to Rs 5,28,000. All items belonged to the complainant.​

In total, property worth Rs 15,38,000 was seized, including an autorickshaw valued at Rs 1,50,000 and two mobile phones worth Rs 10,000.

​A Crime Branch official told IANS that the investigation required sustained effort. “It took nearly five days to trace them. We examined CCTV footage extensively and worked on human intelligence inputs,” the official said.

​He added that the absence of a number plate had made identification difficult. “They had removed the number plate from the autorickshaw, which made tracking challenging, but we relied on other investigative methods,” he said.

​According to police, the accused deliberately targeted elderly passengers at pick-up points. “They specifically targeted senior citizens and have been involved in similar offences in the past. It is in connection with the present case that they were apprehended,” the official added, noting that one suspect remains absconding and is believed to be carrying Rs 60,000.

​Officials said the suspects would divert passengers’ attention during the journey to steal valuables from their bags, then drop them off.​

The offence has been registered under Sections 303(2) and 54 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.​

During interrogation, the accused confessed to other similar offences across the city.​

About 15 days ago, they allegedly stole a gold necklace weighing roughly 23.3 grams from a couple at a bus stand in the Vasna area.​

Approximately a month ago, a woman travelling from Naroda Patiya had a pair of earrings and a ring stolen. In another incident around 17 days ago, Rs 1,00,000 in cash was taken from a woman’s bag in the same area, and about one and a quarter months ago, Rs 50,000 in cash was allegedly stolen from a passenger in the Jashodanagar neighbourhood.​

Police records indicate that the accused have prior cases registered against them, with Chacha facing four cases, Imtiyaz (2), and Sakil (1). Further investigation is ongoing.​

--IANS

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Bhopal, Feb 19 (IANS) A man allegedly attacked two women with a sword following a dispute over stray dogs in Shravan Kanta Colony in Madhya Pradesh's capital Bhopal, police said on Thursday.

Both women sustained serious injuries in the attack. One of the victims suffered deep cut wounds to her stomach, while the other sustained injuries to her hand.

They were admitted to a hospital and are undergoing treatment. The injured women were identified as Vandana Sen and Laxmi Thakur, residents of Shravan Kanta Colony under the Ayodhya Nagar police station limits.

Police said the incident was linked to an ongoing dispute over stray dogs in the locality. Residents had earlier complained about the growing nuisance caused by stray dogs, stating that the animals frequently chased pedestrians, barked aggressively, and posed a threat to children and elderly residents.

Following these complaints, a dog squad from the municipal corporation had visited the area a few days earlier and captured stray dogs for sterilisation. After completing the required procedures, the dogs were released back into the locality.

According to police, a local resident, Ashok Chauhan, allegedly brought some of the stray dogs back into the colony and continued feeding them. This was opposed by several residents, including the injured women, who protested against the presence of stray dogs in the residential area on Thursday.

During the protest, an argument broke out between Chauhan, who reportedly described himself as a dog lover, and the protesting residents. The situation escalated, and Chauhan allegedly returned with a sword and attacked the two women, causing serious injuries.

Upon receiving information, police reached the spot and registered a case in connection with the incident. “An FIR has been registered against Ashok Chauhan and some other persons, and search operations are underway. All the accused will be arrested soon,” said Ayodhya Nagar police station SHO Mahesh Lillare.

Police said further investigation is underway to ascertain the sequence of events and identify all persons involved in the attack.

The incident comes amid growing concerns over stray dog-related issues in Bhopal.

The matter was recently raised in the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly during the ongoing budget session, with Bhopal MLA Atif Aqeel highlighting the increasing number of stray dogs and dog bite incidents in the city.

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Los Angeles, Feb 20 (IANS) Hollywood actors Matthew McConaughey and Timothee Chalamet have a message for the young people.

The actors are telling young people to brace themselves and lead the entertainment industry through the rise of AI, reports ‘Variety’.

During a town hall event at the University of Texas at Austin, which reunited the ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ Oscar winner with his ‘Interstellar’ co-star Timothee Chalamet, Matthew McConaughey explained the thought process behind his recent move to trademark his catchphrase from ‘Dazed and Confused’.

“It’s coming. It’s already here”, he said, responding to a student’s question about AI. “Don’t deny it. It’s not going to be enough to sit on the sidelines and make the moral plea that, ‘No, this is wrong’. It’s not gonna last. There’s too much money to be made, and it’s too productive. So I say, Own yourself. Voice, likeness, et cetera. Trademark it. Whatever you gotta do, so when it comes, no one can steal you”.

As per ‘Variety’, speaking to Timothee Chalamet during the town hall, Matthew McConaughey gave an example of the AI scenarios he imagines are coming in the future.

He said, “They gotta come to you and go, ‘Timothee, I’d like you to be at my 50th birthday party in five months, and I’m gonna be in the Bahamas. I know you can’t be there in person, but I’m gonna halo you in and I want you as your character in ‘Marty Supreme’. They can do that, but they’re gonna have to come to you to go, ‘Can I?’ Or they’re going to be in breach. And you’ll have the chance to be your own agency and go, ‘Yeah, for this amount’. Or, ‘No’”.

Matthew McConaughey also mused on the idea of AI “replacing” actors, and how the technology might factor into awards conversations.

“It’s damn sure going to infiltrate our category. Does it become another category? Will we be, in five years, having ‘the best AI film?’ The best AI actor?'. Maybe. I think that might be the thing; it becomes another category. It’s gonna be in front of us in ways that we don’t even see. It’s going to get so good we’re not going to know the difference. That’s one of the big questions right now: the question of reality. It’s more hazy than ever, in a very exciting way, I think, but also a scary way. Prep for it”, he added.

--IANS

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Madrid, Feb 19 (IANS) There is a new leader in La Liga for the 25th round of matches after Real Madrid overtook FC Barcelona last weekend, but Alvaro Arbeloa's side has a difficult away game on Saturday, travelling to Pamplona to face Osasuna at the hostile El Sadar stadium.

Real travel after Tuesday's 1-0 win away to Benfica in the Champions League, and Arbeloa will rotate his side against a team with three wins and two draws in the last five matches.

A lot of attention will be on Osasuna forward Victor Munoz, who has impressed since joining from Real Madrid's B-team last summer, while veteran striker Ante Budimir has 11 goals in La Liga this campaign.

Barcelona are at home to Levante on Sunday, and coach Hansi Flick needs his side to improve in defense after last week's thrashing against Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey and Monday's 2-1 defeat in Girona, where Barcelona's defence was repeatedly carved open.

The lack of any midweek action will help Barcelona recover tired legs, but Marcus Rashford and Pedri are both doubts for the game against a side that looks increasingly doomed to relegation, reports Xinhua.

Levante lost 1-0 to Villarreal on Wednesday night in a match postponed from earlier in the year due to bad weather, and sit seven points from safety after three consecutive defeats.

Villarreal's win saw the club rise to third in the table, three points clear of Atletico Madrid, before Sunday's derby at home to Valencia, who will travel to the Estadio de la Ceramica two points above the drop zone after last weekend's win at Levante.

Valencia have defender Jose Copete suspended, while Arnaut Danjuma, Diego Lopez, and Eray Comert are all ruled out with injury.

Atletico Madrid are at home to an Espanyol side that hasn't won in 2026, but Atletico will have to rest key players after Wednesday's 3-3 Champions League play-off draw against Club Brugge, which leaves the club with plenty to do in next week's return leg.

Athletic Club and Elche start the round of games on Friday, with Athletic looking for a third consecutive win to end their relegation worries. Dani Vivian is back after injury for the home side, but Mikel Jauregizar and Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta are added to a long list of absentees that includes Spain international Nico Williams.

Real Betis have the chance to close the gap on fourth-placed Atletico Madrid with a home game against Rayo Vallecano, although Betis are still without Cucho Hernandez and Giovani Lo Celso.

Sevilla coach Matias Almeyda starts his seven-game ban as his side visits Getafe, desperately needing points in the relegation dogfight, while Mallorca will kick off their game away to Celta Vigo in the bottom three.

Celta have a Europa League game in Greece on Thursday, which won't help preparations as the home side looks to end a run of four La Liga matches without a win.

Vedat Muriqi is Mallorca's biggest threat, with the powerful striker scoring 16 goals this campaign - over half of Mallorca's total of 29 for the season.

The round of matches finishes on Monday with Alaves at home to a Girona side boosted after a deserved win at home to Barcelona.

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Itanagar, Feb 19 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, on Thursday, held discussions with a visiting Japanese delegation to explore potential investments in the state, officials said.

A state government official said the talks focused on investment opportunities across priority sectors, with special emphasis on sustainable urban development, innovation, and initiatives to deepen people-to-people ties and cultural exchanges.

Addressing the Japanese delegation, Chief Minister Khandu said that Arunachal Pradesh is keen to partner with Japan in advancing innovation, sustainability, and shared prosperity.

Taking to social media platform X, CM Khandu said: "Welcomed Japanese delegates to Arunachal Pradesh to explore investment and cooperation across key sectors and urban development. We also discussed greater people-to-people engagement and exchanged initiatives. Looking forward to building a strong and mutually beneficial partnership."

Deputy Chief Minister Mein, in a separate X post, said that he was glad to join the Chief Minister in welcoming the Japanese delegation and described the interaction as meaningful and forward-looking.

"The discussions focused on strategic investments in priority sectors, particularly sustainable urban development and strengthening people-to-people connect and vibrant exchange initiatives. Arunachal Pradesh is ready to partner with Japan in shaping a future driven by innovation, sustainability, and shared prosperity," Deputy CM Mein said, adding that the engagement marked an important step towards a resilient and mutually beneficial partnership.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Khandu was on an official visit to Japan in October last year, during which he held a series of meetings in Tokyo aimed at expanding cultural and economic cooperation between India and Japan.

During the visit, Chief Minister Khandu met Yasutoshi Nishimura, Member of Japan's House of Representatives and Chairman of Japan-India Parliamentary Friendship League, to discuss strengthening cultural ties and exploring avenues for development cooperation.

He also held discussions with Toshiaki Nishikawa, Chairman and CEO of ASEAN Group Co. Limited, who expressed commitment to enhancing the Indian workforce presence in Japan through Japanese language learning and skill development initiatives.

The Chief Minister further visited Sophia University and the Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park, highlighting opportunities for collaboration in higher education, technology, and disaster management.

Officials said that the Chief Minister Khandu's Japan visit was part of Arunachal Pradesh's broader strategy to attract foreign investment, strengthen cultural ties, and learn from Japan's expertise in disaster resilience, energy efficiency, and rural development.

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New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) India’s share in global electronics demand has expanded at a rapid compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.2 per cent, significantly outpacing global growth of 4.4 per cent between 2015 and 2024, driven primarily by the sharp rise in mobile phone exports, according to NITI Aayog's Trade Watch Quarterly report for July-September 2025-26, launched on Friday.

Between 2016 and 2024, electronics exports increased nearly five-fold, reaching USD 42.1 billion. With global electronics trade valued at USD 4.6 trillion, the sector represents one of the largest and fastest-evolving segments of the world economy. India has demonstrated particular strength in products such as mobile phones, consumer electronics, and communication equipment, with exports increasingly directed towards major final-consumption markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, and the UAE, the report states.

Electronics, the thematic focus of this quarter's edition, has emerged as a cornerstone of India's manufacturing and export transformation. Now the second-largest item in India's export basket, the sector is both technology-led and deeply interconnected with industries such as automotive, renewable energy, telecom, defence, and digital services, making it a powerful multiplier for industrial growth.

The report states that having established a strong foothold in assembly and system integration, India is now entering the next phase of its electronics journey, moving decisively toward component manufacturing and higher value addition. This transition is supported by targeted policy measures, including the Union Budget's Rs 40,000 crore allocation under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme, aimed at strengthening domestic capabilities.

The analysis underscores that sustained competitiveness will be driven by deeper integration into global electronics value chains, encompassing printed circuit board design, semiconductor assembly and testing, power electronics, and embedded systems. Complemented by continued improvements in logistics efficiency, tariff rationalisation, and industry-aligned skill development, these shifts position electronics as a key engine of India's export growth and technological advancement in the coming decade.

NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Suman Bery said, "Electronics, as the organising core of modern manufacturing value chains, with semiconductors and components, plays a key role in determining trade balances and technological sovereignty. While India has achieved scale in final assembly, sustained competitiveness will depend on correcting structural cost disabilities, deepening domestic component ecosystems, and leveraging anchor investments in components to embed Indian firms more firmly within global production networks."

The publication also provides a comprehensive assessment of global and domestic trade trends at a time when global trade growth has moderated but remains positive, with services continuing to outperform goods and developing regions emerging as key drivers.

The analysis highlights that India's trade performance in Q2 FY26 was driven by export-led momentum sustaining the overall trade expansion amid heightened global uncertainty. Services and merchandise exports recorded robust growth of around 8.5 per cent, outpacing import growth in both merchandise and services.

At a structural level, the edition underscores the deepening of trade among developing economies, which has expanded nearly four-fold since 2005 and now accounts for a rising share of global exports, with India’s trade trajectory increasingly aligned with this Global South rebalancing through regional value chains and new trade corridors.

Further, this edition highlights the growing role of e-commerce as a key enabler of future export growth. India is now among the world’s top six e-commerce markets, with electronics accounting for nearly half of online retail.

--IANS

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New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) In a farmer-centric step to stabilise domestic markets and ensure remunerative returns to producers, the Centre on Friday approved the export of 25 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of wheat, along with an additional 5 LMT of wheat products.

According to a Consumer Affairs Ministry statement, wheat stock availability with private entities during 2025–26 stands at approximately 75 LMT, which is nearly 32 LMT higher compared to the corresponding period last year.

"This substantial year-on-year increase indicates a comfortable supply position in the country. Furthermore, as on April 1, 2026, total wheat availability in the central pool with FCI is projected at around 182 LMT, thus ensuring that export permissions will not impact domestic food security requirements," it said.

Moreover, wheat acreage in Rabi 2026 has also increased to about 334.17 lakh hectares compared to 328.04 lakh hectares last year.

This reflects strong farmer confidence in wheat cultivation supported by assured MSP and procurement mechanisms, and signals the likelihood of another robust harvest, the official statement further added.

The decision to permit export of 25 LMT of wheat and 5 LMT wheat products will help stabilise domestic prices, improve market liquidity, ensure efficient stock rotation, and further strengthen farmers’ income while ensuring national food security.

Meanwhile, to facilitate sugar exports, the government decided to allow export of an additional 5 LMT of sugar to willing sugar mills during the current Sugar Season 2025–26.

Earlier, the government had permitted the export of 15 LMT of sugar during the current Sugar Season 2025–26. This decision is expected to facilitate higher sugar exports and help in managing surplus sugar availability in the country.

As per data, only about 1.97 LMT of sugar has been exported up to January 31, 2026.

In addition, approximately 2.72 LMT of sugar has been contracted for export by sugar mills to date.

The ministry said that the additional export quantity of 5 LMT shall be made available to willing sugar mills, subject to the condition that at least 70 per cent of their allocated quantity is exported by June 30, 2026.

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New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday met leaders of several farm unions from across the country at the Parliament House.

During the meeting, the farm union representatives expressed strong opposition to the India-US trade deal and conveyed their deep concern over the potential impact on farmers’ livelihoods, particularly those engaged in the cultivation of corn, soybean, cotton, fruits, and nuts.

The leaders told the Congress leader that they fear the agreement could open the door for agricultural imports, which may adversely affect domestic producers. Gandhi also reiterated his position, stating that the trade deal has opened the door for agricultural imports and warned that many other crops could soon be impacted as well.

The discussion also focused on the need for a large-scale national movement to oppose the deal and safeguard the livelihoods of farmers and farm labourers.

The farm leaders who participated in the discussion included Sukhpal S. Khaira (All India Kisan Congress), Ranjit S. Sandhu (GKS Rajasthan), Adv. Ashok Balhara (Bharatiya Kisan Mazdoor Union, Haryana), P.T. John (KMM Kerala), Baldev (BKU Krantikari, Zira), R. NandKumar (Progressive Farmers Front), Amarjit S. Mohri (BKU Shaheed Bhagat Singh), Akhilesh Shukla (All India Kisan Congress), Kedar Sirohi (Aam Kisan Union), Kiranjit S. Sandhu (Kisan Congress Punjab), Gurpreet S. Sangha (Rajya Sabha), Guramneet S. Mangat (Kisan Mazdoor Morcha - India), Hameed Malik (J&K Zamidara Forum), Tejveer Singh (KMM), Dharamvir Goyat (Haryana Kisan Sangarsh Samiti), Ishwar Singh Nain (Krishak Samaj), and Satbir Khatana (South Haryana Kisan Union).

Rahul Gandhi on Thursday asserted he would not be deterred by any FIR, criminal case or privilege motion and asserted that he would continue to fight for farmers' rights.

In a video post on X, Gandhi had reiterated his opposition to the India-US trade deal, claiming it would severely impact Indian farmers. He alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had "opened the doors" of India’s agriculture market to foreign players at the cost of domestic producers.

"I have spoken the truth in Parliament. If you do not like the truth, that is a different matter. The country understands the truth. Do whatever you want to do. Let an FIR be filed, let a case be registered or bring a privilege motion. I and the entire party stand with farmers," Gandhi had said.

He had said any trade agreement that threatens farmers' livelihoods or weakens the country's food security is anti-farmer. Gandhi also claimed that corn, soybean, cotton and fruit growers would be the first to suffer, alleging that the government would eventually open the entire farm sector to foreign interests and corporate allies.

--IANS

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Jaipur, Feb 13 (IANS) In a significant development in the mysterious death of Sadhvi Prem Baisa, the State Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) has submitted its viscera examination report to the police, ruling out poisoning or any unnatural cause of death.

The report, received late Thursday night, has brought a major twist to the case that had sparked widespread speculation and controversy.

According to sources, the FSL analysis found no traces of poison or toxic substances in Sadhvi Prem Baisa's body. This has dismissed earlier suspicions of foul play or forced poisoning.

However, the final cause of death will be determined by the medical board after a detailed review of the forensic findings. Investigators revealed that Sadhvi Prem Baisa had been suffering from asthma and had developed severe breathing difficulties after catching a cold on January 28.

As her condition worsened, she contacted a male nurse, Devi Singh, who administered Dexona and Dynapar injections.

Doctors at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital will now analyse whether these medications or underlying health conditions contributed to her death.

Sadhvi Prem Baisa fell seriously ill at the Aarti Nagar Ashram in Pal village under Boranada police station limits on January 28.

She was taken to a private hospital on Pal Road but was declared dead on arrival.

Following a complaint filed by her father, Biramnath, the police registered a case and conducted a post-mortem examination on January 29 through a medical board. Her viscera samples were sent to the FSL on February 2, and the forensic investigation was completed within 11 days.

During the investigation, compounder Devi Singh stated that the injections were administered based on a prescription allegedly given by a private hospital doctor.

Police are now examining who prescribed the injections and whether proper medical protocols were followed.

While the FSL report has ruled out poisoning, authorities say the case is still under investigation, and all aspects, including medical treatment, circumstances at the ashram, and statements of witnesses, are being scrutinised.

Officials said more clarity will emerge after the medical board submits its final opinion.

--IANS

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Los Angeles, Feb 20 (IANS) Hollywood actors Matthew McConaughey and Timothee Chalamet have a message for the young people.

The actors are telling young people to brace themselves and lead the entertainment industry through the rise of AI, reports ‘Variety’.

During a town hall event at the University of Texas at Austin, which reunited the ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ Oscar winner with his ‘Interstellar’ co-star Timothee Chalamet, Matthew McConaughey explained the thought process behind his recent move to trademark his catchphrase from ‘Dazed and Confused’.

“It’s coming. It’s already here”, he said, responding to a student’s question about AI. “Don’t deny it. It’s not going to be enough to sit on the sidelines and make the moral plea that, ‘No, this is wrong’. It’s not gonna last. There’s too much money to be made, and it’s too productive. So I say, Own yourself. Voice, likeness, et cetera. Trademark it. Whatever you gotta do, so when it comes, no one can steal you”.

As per ‘Variety’, speaking to Timothee Chalamet during the town hall, Matthew McConaughey gave an example of the AI scenarios he imagines are coming in the future.

He said, “They gotta come to you and go, ‘Timothee, I’d like you to be at my 50th birthday party in five months, and I’m gonna be in the Bahamas. I know you can’t be there in person, but I’m gonna halo you in and I want you as your character in ‘Marty Supreme’. They can do that, but they’re gonna have to come to you to go, ‘Can I?’ Or they’re going to be in breach. And you’ll have the chance to be your own agency and go, ‘Yeah, for this amount’. Or, ‘No’”.

Matthew McConaughey also mused on the idea of AI “replacing” actors, and how the technology might factor into awards conversations.

“It’s damn sure going to infiltrate our category. Does it become another category? Will we be, in five years, having ‘the best AI film?’ The best AI actor?'. Maybe. I think that might be the thing; it becomes another category. It’s gonna be in front of us in ways that we don’t even see. It’s going to get so good we’re not going to know the difference. That’s one of the big questions right now: the question of reality. It’s more hazy than ever, in a very exciting way, I think, but also a scary way. Prep for it”, he added.

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Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Veteran playback singer Hariharan has released his new album, ‘Jaan Meri’, which marks his journey of 5 decades in ghazal mastery. The album has been penned by Farhat Shahzad.

The album features soulful tracks like ‘Baat Se Baat’, ‘Bas Mere Khwab’, ‘Chala Gaya’, the title track ‘Jaan Meri’, and ‘Lahu’. All compositions and vocals are furnished by Hariharan.

Talking about his journey, Hariharan said, “Sharing the unveiling of this new album with my close friends and family was a deeply emotional and rewarding experience. It truly felt like the culmination of a two-and-a-half-year journey, and having my loved ones there to witness the birth of 'Ghazal-Nova' made it all the more special. Seeing the music resonate with those who have been part of my life for so long is a testament to the enduring power of these melodies. It was a proud moment to showcase how we’ve kept our traditional roots alive while embracing a fresh, global sound”.

Karan Hariharan said, “It's always a surreal experience when we as artists work on something for months or even years and then finally get to show the audience, our friends and family what we were working on! Showing the people close to me always gets me a bit nervous ofc ‘would they like it?’ But then curiosity always gets the better of me and my nerves, I want to know how the video affected them, if it affected them, what did it make them feel? And that part is always exciting”.

Presented by Sufiscore, the album is available across all major streaming platforms.

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Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and actress Mithila Palkar, who are set to share the screen in the upcoming film ‘Bhoot Bangla’, reunited on the sets of the reality game show, ‘Wheel of Fortune’.

During the episode, the Bollywood superstar revealed that the actress will be seen essaying the role of his sister in the upcoming film. Akshay Kumar gave a warm welcome to Mithila Palkar on the set, as he introduced her to the audience.

He said, "Mithila started her journey from the internet and is working in many films now. And soon, she will be seen with an actor who is very well known to me, guess who, me”.

Officially speaking about their collaboration, Akshay shared, "In ‘Bhoot Bangla’, Mithila will be seen playing the role not of the 'bhoot', but of my sister”.

While Akshay shared details about Mithila's onscreen character, the young actress was also quick to share fun behind-the-scenes moments from the set. She said, "I've come on the show to recover and repay all the money I lost to you (Akshay) during the course of shooting for ‘Bhoot Bangla’”.

Continuing their fun banter, Akshay quipped, "You better win and repay me for all the games you lost on set, otherwise this time we will play Judo, not Ludo”.

Both Akshay and Mithila were seen in high spirits as they reminisced about shooting together for ‘Bhoot Bangla’ and playing brother-sister onscreen for the first time.

Akshay was last seen onscreen in 2025 in the comedy drama, ‘Jolly LLB 3’, while Mithila's last release was Aamir Khan Productions' ‘Happy Patel’ alongside Vir Das.

‘Bhoot Bangla’ is set to release on April 10, 2026 in cinemas.

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Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actress Mrunal Thakur, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film ‘Do Deewane Sehar Mein’, has a message for the younger generation with regards to love.

The actress spoke with IANS during the promotions of the film, and shared that patience is something that the younger generation need to work on when it comes to preserving and protecting love.

When asked if options exhaust love in the digital world, the actress told IANS, “They do. Look at where we are. And also, that's probably why we give up on each other. There is something so beautiful about our characters in the film, Shashank and Roshni is, even if they're born in the current era, they're such old school people. They're not giving up on each other, like how it is today. Suddenly, we block each other if there is a fight”.

She further mentioned, “And then you say, ‘Hey, we are cut from a different cloth. We're not the same people’. You're not meant for each other. And people are just giving up on each other very easily. I just want each and every teenager out there to believe that love exists. Please do not give up on love. It is beautiful. It is magical. If you are with the right person, just be patient enough to not jump onto any board, just be patient enough to wait for the right person to enter in your life, because the moment he or she does, life is easy”.

Meanwhile, ‘Do Deewane Seher Mein’ also stars Siddhant Chaturvedi, Sandeepa Dhar, and Ayesha Raza. The film, produced by Zee Studios, Bhansali Productions, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Prerna Singh, Umesh Kumar Bansal and Bharat Kumar Ranga in association with Ravi Udyawar Films. The film is set to release on February 20, 2026.

--IANS

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