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PMK leader said that the state government was trying to acquire 2700 acres of farm land in more than 11 villages of Tiruvannamalai district to expand Cheyyar SIPCOT.

He said that the state government was trying to forcibly acquire the land of the farmers even after the farmers have risen their objections to the proposal.

The PMK leader however said that he was not against industralisation but added that it should not be at the cost of the livelihood of the farmers.

Anbumani Ramadoss said that the farmers were protesting for the past twenty days against the government acquiring the lands. He added that the ruling party leaders were publicly speaking for the SIPCOT project at the cost of the farmers.

The PMK state president said that the government had dropped the industrial project for Annur SIPCOT but added that it was very much pushing for the Cheyyar SIPCOT.

--IANS

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In this context, on the invitation of BJP President J.P. Nadda, a five-member delegation of Nepal’s CPN (Maoist Centre) is visiting India from Sunday.

The Maoist delegation is led by the party’s Deputy Secretary General Pampha Bhusal.

Bhusal told IANS that she is leading a five-member delegation to Delhi on Sunday and will return on July 28. The delegation will visit BJP headquarters and interact with the party's office-bearers, among others.

In July last year, CPN (Maoist Centre) chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda, who is also the Prime Minister now, had met Nadda in Delhi and agreed to build party-to-party relations between the Maoist Centre and the BJP.

On July 19, Nadda had sent a condolence message to Prachanda on the demise of his wife, Sita Dahal.

"I extend my deepest condolences on the passing away of your wife Smt. Sita Dahal," Nadda said in his message, adding: "Her commitment to the betterment of Nepal has left an indelible mark on the hearts of the people. In this time of immense grief, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Both Bharatiya Janata Party and I extend heartfelt sympathies to you and to your family during this difficult time."

After prolonged illness, Sita Dahal died on in Kathmandu July 12 .

--IANS

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Responding to her post on social media, the Bengaluru police department had given directions to the S.J. Park police station to look into the matter.

The incident was reported on Friday. The woman activist said that the accused is making frantic calls after blocking him on WhatsApp.

“Today, I went for the Manipur violence protest at Town Hall Bengaluru and booked a ride on Rapido bike app. I was trying to get an auto for my way back home. However, multiple auto cancellations led me to opt for a bike instead,” the woman activist posted on her twitter account.

“Surprisingly the driver arrived on a different bike, explaining that the one registered with Rapido bike app was under servicing. I confirmed my booking through this app and proceeded with the ride. During my journey, we reached a remote area with no other vehicles around. Shockingly, the driver began riding with one hand and engaging in inappropriate behaviour (masturbating while riding a bike). Fearing for my safety, I remained silent throughout the ordeal,” the victim explained.

“I asked him to drop me 300 metres away before my actual destination to conceal my home location. Once the ride was over, he started relentlessly calling and messaging me on WhatsApp. I had to block his number to stop the harassment,” she said.

The victim also questioned the Rapido bike app. “What measures the company is taking for background verification?” The victim said that the “user’s safety should be a top priority. Please ensure that people registered with your service can be trusted for a safe travel experience. He keeps calling me from different numbers even now!”

Bengaluru police responding to her post stated that they have informed the S. J. Park police station to take necessary action in this regard. The police have taken up the investigation.

--IANS

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In a tweet, Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh said, “BJP’s own MLA in Manipur is saying that the Biren Singh govt is complicit.”

He also attached an opinion piece of Manipur BJP MLA Paolienlal Haokip alleging the same.

Ethnic clashes erupted in Manipur on May 3 and since then hundreds of people have lost their lives whereas thousands have been forced to take refuge in the relief camps.

Even a video of May 4 of two women being paraded naked by a mob in Manipur went viral on July 19 leading to widespread condemnation across the country.

The Congress has been demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modi of speaking on the Manipur issue inside Parliament and also immediate removal of the Chief Minister and imposition of the President’s Rule in the northesstern state.

The Opposition parties have raised the issue of Manipur on first two days of Parliament’s Monsoon Session.

On Thursday, on the first day of the Parliament’s Monsoon Session the Prime Minister expressed his pain and anger over the Manipur incident and said the gruesome incident with the women in the Northeastern state is very shameful, and can never be forgiven.

He said: “This incident is an insult for the entire nation as it has shamed 140 crore countrymen. The incident which happened with the women in Manipur can never be forgiven. I assure the countrymen that no one will be spared.”

However he went on to club incidents of violence in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh (both Congress-ruled states) also in his statement.

“The incident might be from Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh or Manipur, the culprit should not go scot-free in any corner of the country,” the prime minister said.

--IANS

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The accident occurred when the car lost control due to a tyre-burst near Valloor in Narsingi mandal of Medak district.

Tourya Naik (50) and his son Ankith (10) travelling in the car died in the mishap.

Hailing from Narsampalli, they were on their way to Chegunta.

While passing through Valloor forest, the car lost control due to a tyre-burst.

After hitting the divider, the car fell on the other side of the road and at the same time, a container truck coming the opposite direction rammed into it, killing both the occupants on the spot.

Police shifted the bodies to a hospital at Ramayampet for autopsy. Naik had worked as Narsingi mandal president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in the past.

--IANS

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Sharing a string of photos on Instagram, Mouni left her fans worried on the announcement of the news. However, she has not revealed the reason behind her hospitalisation.

The post features a selfie with her husband Suraj Nambiar while they are sitting in a car. Another picture shows a glimpse of cannula in her hand, one click features a paw of her dog. The other photo shows Mouni lying on a hospital bed and playing ludo.

The last one is the most adorable photo of her two pet dogs playing.

She wrote in the caption, “9 days in a hospital & I'm overwhelmed by a stillness deeper than anything I have ever known. Happy to report I'm back home and recovering slowly but very well. A happy healthy life over everything”.

Mouni thanked her friends for taking care of her, and said she is forever grateful to her hubby Suraj.

“A big thank you to my loveliest friends who spent their precious time taking care of me, sent me wishes & love. ILY guys × P.s @nambiar13 There's No one like you.. I'm forever grateful om namah shivay,” the post read.

The post was liked by Disha Patani and Varun Dhawan. Mouni’s friends from the industry and fans flooded the comment section with love and wished her a speedy recovery.

Disha Patani wrote, “Awww get well soonest my monz I love you!! Also i have the same jumper hehee”, adding “The last picture is epic”, with a red heart emoji.

Mrunal Thakur said, “What baby why??? You ok? Get well soon my doll”; Nia Sharma wrote, “Wishing you a speedy recovery”; Disha Parmar said, “Take Care”, while Arjun Bijlani dropped a heart emoji.

Actress Adaa Khan said, “Pls get well soon Take care sending u lots of love and prayers”, Karan Tacker wrote, “Yo! All good ?”; Sophie Choudry commented, “Get well soon darl”, with a red heart emoji.

Lauren Gottlieb said, “So happy you are finally home!!! love you!!!”; and Pulkit Samrat said, “Be well soon Moni..!”

Mouni made her acting debut in 2006, with the TV show ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’. In 2018, she made her Hindi film debut with the period sport film ‘Gold’ alongside Akshay Kumar.

She was last seen as Junoon in the fantasy action-adventure ‘Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva’, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in the lead. She received the IIFA Award for Best Supporting Actress for the flick.

On the work front, Mouni has ‘The Virgin Tree’ in the pipeline.

--IANS

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Till now, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) affiliated schools have been using Hindi or English languages as a medium of teaching. However, in accordance with provisions of the National Education Policy, 2020 (NEP-2020), which is giving emphasis to various Indian languages, the CBSE students can now impart the education on their mother tongue like Odia, Bengali, Telugu, etc., Pradhan told reporters here.

Citing an example, he said, In Odisha, the CBSE school students can learn subjects like mathematics and environmental science in Odia language. Learning through Odia language will be an optional for the students in addition to Hindi or English.

The main objective of the move is that the students learn the subjects properly without any doubt and language should not be a barrier in his learning, Pradhan said.

If a student will impart education in the mother tongue, it will enhance his/her critical thinking. The CBSE schools will teach students in all languages recognised under the eighth schedule of Indian Constitution including Odia, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Malayali, Kanad, etc. in a phased manner, the Education Minister informed.

In a circular dated July 21, The CBSE has allowed its affiliated schools to use their mother tongue language as an optional medium of instruction from pre-primary to class XII in addition to other existing options.

This major step has been taken in accordance with New Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The board has also asked the schools to explore available resources and consult with experts in the field to share best practices to make multilingual education in CBSE schools a reality.

--IANS

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The two ate a fancy dinner and later watched Christopher Nolan's masterpiece 'Oppenheimer' at a special screening in Mumbai, which the two were watching.

In the viral video circulating on social media, shared by Ranbir's fan club, Ranbir Kapoor was seen sporting a casual but very stylish black sweatshirt, matching pants, sneakers and a fancy cap. Arjun Kapoor was also going out in full style wearing black glasses, a woolen cap and black shirt.

Ranbir and Arjun were spotted by the paparazzi leaving the theatre, upon which Ranbir posed for a selfie and even shook hands with some of the journalists and his fans.

A fan account of the actor showed him and Arjun sitting in the theatre chilling, laying back and paying full attention to Nolan's epic biopic. It's needless to say that 'Oppenheimer' has had everyone s interest, including that of some of the biggest names in Bollywood as the movie has gone housefull across nearly every theatre in India, particularly in the IMAX section.

This may very well make 'Oppenheimer' one of the biggest Hollywood releases in India, as the movie went housefull the day it became open for pre-bookings, and filled all seats in theatres on its first day even faster than the likes of 'Fast X', 'Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One' and 'Barbie', garnering overwhelmingly positive reception everywhere.

On the work front, Ranbir Kapoor recently wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming action thriller film 'Animal' directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The film is scheduled to hit the big screen on December 1, 2023 after being postponed from its initial date of August 11, 2023.

'Animal' is currently undergoing some changes and improvements in VFX and is in its post-production mode, making changes to its cinematography as well.

Arjun Kapoor on the other hand is shooting for his upcoming noir thriller film 'The Lady Killer' along with the movie 'Meri Patni Ka Remake'.

--IANS

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According to sources, the authorities concerned have issued an alert for the people living in nearby areas of the river.

The current water level in the Yamuna river is 205.20, while the danger mark is 205.33. Considering the gravity of the situation, the authorities have sent an alert message to the people.

During the rain, the Yamuna river broke a 45-year-old record and reached its highest level at 208.65 meters. Last Friday, it was flowing at 208.35 meters. As a result of the flood in Delhi, several low-lying areas were submerged, and many roads were flooded.

Now the situation is improving, and traffic is back on roads near the river. The water has receded in waterlogged areas.

But with the fresh alert, the people and the concerned authorities have been asked to be alert.

--IANS

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On Friday, the prison authorities had launched a probe after Jammu and Kashmir

Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Yasin Malik, who is undergoing life sentence

in a terror funding case, was taken to Supreme Court without following

standard operating procedure.

"In the matter of physical production of Yasin Malik before Supreme Court on July 21, the Prison Department, Delhi has suspended one Deputy Superintendent , two Assistant Superintendent and one Head Warder last night as they were found to be prima facie responsible based on preliminary inquiry," said a senior prison official.

"Detailed inquiry is being conducted by DIG Tihar to identify any other officials who may also be responsible for the serious lapse," the official added.

According to a senior prison official, on Friday Malik was produced physically in the Supreme Court by the officials of the Central Jail no. 7 (Tihar) and prima facie observed that it was lapse on the part of concerned Jail officials.

“The Director General (Prisons) has ordered a detailed inquiry in the matter to be conducted by Dy. Inspector General (Headquarters, prison) Rajiv Singh to fix the responsibility of erring officials. The DG had asked to submit a report within three days,” the official said.

--IANS

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