Friday 31 July 2020

From Rs 24/min calls to free talk time, cheap data

It’s 25 years from the day the first mobile call was made in India, and against a per-minute call rate of Rs 24 charged then where both outgoing and incoming customers had to pay, India is now the highest data-consuming country in the world, but with some of the lowest voice and internet tariffs. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Migrants head back as Mumbai begins to unlock

After the lockdown was imposed to manage the coronavirus pandemic, migrants from cities across were seen walking home hundreds of kilometres to their villages. Despite that arduous journey, they have been returning to Mumbai through July as earning opportunities have dried up back home. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

After 33 attempts, 51-year-old clears SSC

Thirty-three attempts and a pandemic later, Mohammed Nooruddin, has finally managed to make his dream come true — of clearing the SSC examination. This, thanks to the Telangana government’s decision to promote all SSC students for the 2019-2020 academic year. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Sushant Singh Rajput’s sister shares to-do list of the actor; says he was planning ahead

After the untimely demise of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, his sister Shweta Singh Kirti often shares some of her memories with the actor. She recently shared a picture of a whiteboard with Sushant’s plans post June 29. She said that it was proof of him ‘planning ahead’.

Sushant Singh Rajput’s sister shares to-do list of the actor; says he was planning ahead

In the picture shared by Shweta, it can be seen that the actor's list included waking up early, reading books, watching content, learning guitar, doing meditation, working out and conquering the moment. “Bhai’s White Board where he was planning to start his workout and transcendental meditation from 29th June daily. So, he was planning ahead. #justiceforsushantsinghrajput,” she wrote alongside the picture.


Meanwhile, Sushant Singh Rajput’s family has now been demanding justice in the case. The late actor's father has filed an FIR against Rhea Chakraborty for abetment of suicide and other charges. Shweta has also been sharing posts demanding justice for her brother. On Saturday, she wrote, “Your branches may twist and turn as you flex toward the light, yet your unwavering intentions will ensure that no faint wind will sway you from your mission” #JusticeforSushantSingRajput #Seekingstrengthandunity #biharpolice.”


ALSO READ: Ankita Lokhande breaks her silence on Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, claims he was not depressed



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"This birthday was special; it seemed the whole country was celebrating", says Sonu Sood

As the messiah of the migrants Sonu Sood turned a year older on July 30, hundreds of those whom he had helped reached home reached out to him in a surge of goodwill. Says Sonu, “This birthday was special. Never have I been so warmly and extensively greeted from all over the country. It seemed the whole country was celebrating. People whom I was fortunate enough to help reach their homes kept calling the whole day from different states.”

"This birthday was special; it seemed the whole country was celebrating", says Sonu Sood

Sonu had never imagined he would get so much attention. “There were people video-conferencing, wanting to reach out to me, to just wish me well. It was overwhelming. I tried speaking to people from each state for 15-20 minutes”

How did this kind of attention make Sonu feel? “I feel embarrassed to get so much attention at the same time I feel humbled and grateful. Who gets so much love from so many? Only the most blessed do.”

Sonu missed his parents on this special day. “I wish my mom and dad were here to see the love that I got on this special day. They would have been proud of me. They would have hugged me.”

Sonu had a birthday wish. “I wish this Corona thing would end. And I want people to come out with a stronger mind set after this crisis. I wish for a stronger India after this crisis.”

Also Read: Sonu Sood shares a 23-year-old picture of himself; says he dared to become an actor



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After Sonu Sood, music composer duo Salim-Sulaiman shoot for The Kapil Sharma Show

The Kapil Sharma Show will start airing new episodes tonight after a gap of four months. The team resumed shooting about two weeks ago. They took all the necessary precautions and followed the guidelines set by the state government while shooting.

After Sonu Sood, music composer duo Salim-Sulaiman shoot for The Kapil Sharma Show

The first episode of the show hosted by Kapil Sharma will see actor Sonu Sood as the guest. He has been in the news for his exemplary humanitarian work. The team has also shot with the musical duo Salim-Sulaiman. Salim Merchant took to his Twitter handle to share a picture with Suleiman and Kapil from the set of the show. They shot for the episode on Eid. “Eid Mubarak everyone! Celebrated Eid today with my brother @KapilSharmaK9 &@Sulaiman! Always a pleasure to be on @TheKapilSShow #tkss,” he wrote.

Responding to the post, Kapil wrote, “Thank u for coming bhai Hugging face hamesha ki tarah bahut mazaa aaya. Give my regards to everyone at home Folded hands Eid mubarak”.


Meanwhile, talking to a tabloid, Kapil Sharma said that since movies will not be releasing in theatres soon, the frequency of film celebrities on the show will be less. He also said that they have shot with Parmeet Sethi (Archana Puran Singh’s husband), Krushna Abhishek’s wife Kashmera.

ALSO READ: The Kapil Sharma Show: Sonu Sood says he wrote the popular dialogue of Dabangg – ‘Hum Tum Mein Itne Ched Karenge’



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Suhana Khan looks dreamy in her latest home photoshoot 

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and wife Gauri Khan's daughter Suhana Khan has a lot of followers on her Instagram handle. During the lockdown, Suhana has been sharing pictures from her home photoshoots.

Suhana Khan looks dreamy in her latest home photoshoot 

On Friday, Suhana took to her Instagram handle to share pictures from her recent photoshoot at home where she is seen flaunting her Louis Vuitton bag. The young Khan is seen wearing a black-and-white polka dotted short sleeveless dress while holding the bag. “with a baby Louis Vuitton under her underarm,” she captioned the pictures.

 

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Meanwhile, Suhana Khan recently celebrated her 20th birthday at home with her family. Khan has been studying acting in New York and returned home before the nationwide lockdown was announced.

ALSO READ: Suhana Khan shares stunning photos on Instagram while holding James Dean book 



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Birthday Special: Looking back at Taapsee Pannu’s successful transition from South Cinema to Bollywood

Taapsee Pannu made her debut in the Hindi film industry with the David Dhawan directorial Chashme Baddoor that was released in 2013. On several occasions, Taapsee has revealed that she was treated like an outsider or newcomer in Bollywood in her initial years. However, by then Taapsee had done around 10 films in the South film industry and had made a mark for herself down south. But, today having completed 10 years in the entertainment industry she makes for a good case on having a successful transition from south cinema to the Hindi film industry at a time when the divide between the two was considerably wide.

On Taapsee Pannu’s birthday, here’s looking back at her successful transition from South Cinema to Bollywood 

Taapsee Pannu made her acting debut with the Telugu film Jhummandi Naadam in 2010. What many are not aware of is that ahead of the release of her debut film, she was offered three more films. In the year 2011, she had as many as seven releases across Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam industry. Her second film was the critically acclaimed Aadukalam which went on to win six National Awards. The film also marked her Tamil film debut. She was cast opposite Dhanush and played the role of an Anglo Indian. In the same year she debuted in Malayalam cinema with the film Doubles. The film also starred superstar Mammootty. In 2012, she had only one release with Daruvu in Telugu. 

 

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5th April 2013.... it’s been exactly 7 years ! Must say I looked like a different human being all together. And in a lot of ways I actually was. Not many people had any belief in the fact that things can go THIS far from there, not even myself. When I started acting 10 years back it felt like I was in some sort of rush to reach somewhere, but from this point onwards in 2013 I slowed down to enjoy and LIVE this journey every single day. Slow and steady was how I wanted my journey ahead and I am happy i didn’t lose patience on my way. I think what I enjoyed the most was that I was getting surprised at every single step coz things weren’t really planned nor I was following a set path. 7 years later I think I am going to continue doing the same coz as people say “chalti gaadi ka bonnet nahi kholna chahiye” ???? Today I shall raise a toast ???? and a toast ???? to this journey I am proud of ! CHEERS! #NostlagicThrowback #Chashmebaddoor #7years

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However, 2013 once again proved to be a game changer as she stepped into the Hindi film industry with the David Dhawan directorial Chashme Badhhoor. Two years later she made a brief appearance in the Akshay Kumar starrer Baby. Even though it was a small role, it was very impactful and later went to have a standalone movie of her character titled Naam Shabana. However, it was her performance in the 2016 film Pink that had many take notice of her and from there one there was no turning back for the actress. 

However, her time in the South Indian film industry was not all happy-go-lucky. She was termed a 'bad luck' after a few films that featured her did not do well at the box office. At an event by India Today in 2019, she said, “There was a point in my career when I was called the bad luck charm in the South because there were three-four films of mine that didn't do well at the box office. I was the typical heroine who was doing three-four songs in the films and a few scenes but not important roles. Still, I was bearing the brunt of being the unlucky charm as they thought that it was me who is making these films flop back to back.”

However, despite gaining success in the Hindi film industry, Taapsee has no plans to give up on South Cinema. She makes the conscious efforts to do at least one South Indian film every year. Last year she was seen in the much appreciated film Game Over. At the  International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2019 while talking about continuing to work in the South, she said, “I have gratitude for the south industry. At no point I wanted it to look like I used it as a stepping stone for Bollywood. They taught me what basics is like - camera and acting. Now, I have learnt the language too. It will be really stupid of me to give up the market. I would continue to work in the South.”

While today the line between South cinema and Hindi film industry is thinning, that was not the case a decade ago. Even though Taapsee was around 10-15 films old by the time she stepped into Bollywood, she was treated like a newcomer or a struggler at various events. “I would go there, and I would be treated like one of those newcomers or strugglers. I was at least 15 films old, probably much more than people sitting in the front row. I did not understand. Just because I did films in the South, did that make my films less credible? I was treated like... 'You are going to be sitting in the sixth row and not the first,” the actress had revealed in an interview with an entertainment portal. 

Taapsee was last seen in the film Thappad directed by Anubhav Sinha. The actress has four films that have been announced. She will be seen in Haseen Dillruba, Loop Lapeta, Rashmi Rocket, and Shabaash Mithu

Happy Birthday, Taapsee Pannu!



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How Covid crisis in Delhi managed a turnaround

In the serological survey carried out in Delhi, 28% of the population in Central district was found affected by the novel coronavirus, which was the highest across the city. An age-wise analysis of the positive cases revealed that those in the 31-40 year bracket (21.4%) were affected the most, followed by those in the 21-30 age group (20.7%). Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

People across India celeberate Eid al-Adha

Amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, devotees from across the country, celebrated Eid al-Adha by offering prayers at mosques and at their homes on Saturday. At Delhi's Fatehpuri Masjid, the devotees were seen offering prayers while following all Covid-19 norms. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

'TikTok may sell itself to Microsoft to survive'

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‘China rocks’, says Tesla CEO Elon Musk

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Trump says he will ban China-owned TikTok from operating in US

"As far as TikTok is concerned, we're banning them from the United States,'' Trump told reporters Friday on Air Force One as he returned from Florida. Trump said he could use emergency economic powers or an executive order to enforce the action, insisting, "I have that authority.'' There were also reports Friday that software giant Microsoft is in talks to buy the app. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Live: India's Covid tally nears 17 lakh cases

With a record single-day surge of 57,117 infections, India's Covid-19 tally reached 1,697,054 caseload today. The country's death toll now stands at 36,511, as per the government data. With coronavirus cases rising at a record speed, several states like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Mizoram have extended their lockdown till August 31. Stay here for all live updates. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Advani, Joshi unlikely to attend ‘bhoomi pujan’

BJP veterans LK Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi are unlikely to attend the Ram temple ‘bhoomi pujan’ in Ayodhya. There is also no industrialist or high-profile NRI guest, as reported by a section of media, on the list of invitees for the programme to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Killer doc’s 100 victims became crocodile feed

He would perhaps have gone through life as a genteel Dr Jekyll, but a failed business investment turned ayurvedic practitioner Devender Sharma into a monstrous Mr Hyde. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

‘Tech lets us follow an animal’s entire life'’

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Share your Eid greetings here

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IPL: 'Tests' before T20 for Aussie, Eng players

The UAE government, in the middle of putting their own Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in place for this year's edition, will make it compulsory for any overseas traveller arriving there to undergo a week's quarantine, including two Covid tests. These are among the multiple precautionary measures that are being planned for the tournament as the threat of the virus remains. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Bipartisan support in US grows for India

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4 men lose Rs 21L to e-SIM fraud: How it works

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Happy Eid-ul-Adha 2020: Eid Mubarak Images, Quotes

Apart from sacrificing goats, it is imperative for all Muslims to begin their day with extra prayers in the morning. In fact most mosques are packed with large groups of people but this year will be different due to government restrictions. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Thursday 30 July 2020

Burglars take just four bottles from liquor shop

Only four liquor bottles were found missing from a Tasmac shop in Mamallapuram that a group of burglars broke open on Wednesday night. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Australia to make Facebook, Google pay for news in world first

Australia will force US tech giants Facebook Inc and Alphabet Inc’s Google to pay Australian media outlets for news content in a landmark move to protect independent journalism that will be watched around the world. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Need more than 1 perfect vaccine to combat Covid

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Abhishek Bachchan goes for a late night walk in Nanavati Hospital

It has been over two weeks that Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have tested positive for Coronavirus. The entire nation has been praying for the father-son duo to recover soon. Abhishek has been keeping his followers updated on social media and announced a few days ago that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Aaradhya Bachchan have tested negative for COVID-19 and were discharged from the hospital. Amitabh Bachchan also posted on his social media and said that he couldn’t hold back his tears when he got the news.

Abhishek Bachchan goes for a late night walk in Nanavati Hospital

With nothing much to do, Abhishek Bachchan has been sharing pictures of the various colours of the sky visible from his room in Nanavati Hospital. He also headed out for a late-night walk recently in the hospital while ensuring proper safety precautions. Abhishek posted the picture with the caption, “Light at the end of the tunnel! #latenightwalks”. His highly positive attitude towards the situation has been of great help to his family and fans.

Take a look at the picture that Abhishek Bachchan posted.

 

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Also Read: Juhi Chawla clarifies the mention of Ayurveda in her tweet for Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan



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Rumi Jaffery on Sushant Singh Rajput’s father’s FIR

Writer-director Rumi Jaffery who was close to both Sushant Singh Rajput and Rhea Chakraborty says the latest sudden development in the case has left him stunned and shocked. “When I heard that Sushant’s father has filed an FIR in Patna against Rhea and her family, I couldn’t believe it. I couldn’t sleep the whole night. Dil kehta hai yeh nahin ho sakta. But then I think of Sushant’s grieving father. He hasn’t spoken about the issue since his son’s death. Why would he suddenly speak up if it wasn’t the truth? I am very confused. I didn’t sleep the night after Sushant’s father’s FIR,” says Rumi.

Rumi Jaffery on Sushant Singh Rajput’s father’s FIR

Did Rumi ever see any tension between Sushant and Rhea? “I met them as an outsider. We spoke only about films. What goes on between a couple is known only to the two people in a relationship. I say, let the law takes it course. Let’s not speculate on Rhea’s guilt or non-guilt.”

Shekhar Suman, a vocal supporter of the campaign to get justice for Sushant says, “The development was inevitable. Things were heating up. I was sure there would be twist in the ongoing narrative. And here it is.”

Shekhar feels the Sushant case is spreading into many directions. “But the good thing is that the clamour for a CBI investigation is louder than ever. Sushant’s father’s FIR could be the first major step towards getting justice for Sushant. Beyond that, it’s too premature to say anything.”

Also Read: “Let the Maharashtra Police do its job,” says Rumi Jaffery regarding Sushant Singh Rajput case



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Rs 3,000/vial Remdesivir sold for Rs 12,000 in TN

Anti-viral drug Remdesivir, much in demand to treat Covid-19 infections, is being sold at more than three times its price in Tamil Nadu as unscrupulous agents resort to profiteering during the pandemic. A vial that costs between Rs 3,000 and Rs 5,000 plus GST is sold for Rs 12,500 to Rs 13,000 in the black market. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

How these Colombians burgled 31 houses in B'luru

They scaled walls and hopped across rooftops to commit burglaries, while their female aide identified the houses. Interrogation of three Colombian nationals — with the help of a Kannada-Spanish translator — over four months has enabled cops to crack 31 cases of burglary and recover stolen booty worth Rs 2.6 crore. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Farmer’s trial bears fruits, apples blossom in Kutch

If its dates have filled you with sweetness, now let a Kutchi apple a day help you keep all ailments at bay. No, don’t read the sentence again as apple farming is indeed being experimented by a farmer in arid Kutch’s Nakhatrana region. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

In India, a diminished Nissan bets big on Magnite

By any measure, Nissan Motor Co Ltd has had a dreadful run in India. A push to revive its lower-end Datsun brand flopped, sales have slumped 60% over the past five years and its sole plant in the country is operating way below capacity. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

US company sues TikTok for patent infringement

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UK scientists to immunize hundreds with vaccine

"It's well tolerated.There aren't any side effects," he said, adding it was still very early in the study. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Young children carry higher levels of Covid: Study

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China testing to see if countries 'push back': US

"Claims that they have now made for real estate in Bhutan, the incursion that took place in India, these are indicative of Chinese intentions, and they are testing, they are probing the world to see if we are going to stand up to their threats and their bullying,” US secretary of state Mike Pompeo said. China has the desire to expand its power and reach, he added. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Amazon Prime Day: 15 gadgets to go on first sale

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Apple confirms delayed launch of iPhone 12

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‘No language will be imposed, states to decide on medium of instruction’

Children will be exposed to different languages early on but with a particular emphasis on the mother tongue, starting from the foundational stage onwards. All languages will be taught in an enjoyable and interactive style, said Union minister Ramesh Pokhriyal. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Rajasthan: 'If 30 MLAs gone, it would be tough'

A video of a conversation between Speaker C P Joshi and chief minister Ashok Gehlot's son Vaibhav has gone viral in which Joshi was heard talking about a close shave of the government. The speaker was heard saying that if 30 MLAs had gone, the situation would have been tough. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Varalakshmi Vratam fasting rules, puja kit, vrat vidhi

Varalakshmi Vratam fasting rules are very strict and this vrat is mostly observed by married woman (sumangalis) for the well being of their husband, children, and other family members. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Cognizant’s headcount drops by 10,500

Cognizant’s number of employees at the end of the second quarter dropped to levels last seen at the end of 2018 as the company embarked on a massive cost cutting programme leading to a firing of about 7,000 employees. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

TN Board 11th result to be released today

TN plus one result 2020 to be released today i.e., July 31, 2020. Along with the TN DGE’s website, the TN plus one result 2020 will be available on the following websites — tnresults.nic.in, tnresults.in, dge1.tn.nic.in, and dge2.tn.nic.in. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

IPL in UAE may see more players and less staff

An IPL franchise generally has 25-28 players in its squad and at least 10-15 members in support staff besides the executives. TOI understands that each IPL franchise will have to organize its own bio-bubble upon reaching UAE about month ahead of the tournament. In that case, limiting the squad could be a bone of contention. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Excessive c-sections cost Rs 5,000crore/year

An analysis of the data reveals that 28.5 lakh more caesarean sections were done in private hospitals across the country in 2018 than the acceptable international ratio of normal to caesarean births. The average extra cost of each such procedure comes to about Rs 18,000. This means that the 28.5 lakh extra caesarean deliveries cost a total of Rs 5,130 crore. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

No language will be imposed on anyone: Pokhriyal

Children will be exposed to different languages early on but with a particular emphasis on the mother tongue, starting from the foundational stage onwards. All languages will be taught in an enjoyable and interactive style, said Union minister Ramesh Pokhriyal. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Wednesday 29 July 2020

The worst decision of Sushant Singh Rajput's life

The worst decision of Sushant Singh Rajput’s all-too-brief life was to leave Ankita Lokhande. When Sushant was dating and living-in with Ankita Lokhande he was a different person. Warm affectionate full of life and with an insatiable zest for life, Sushant was a man deeply in love and Ankita Lokhande was his guiding light.

Once when I asked him to define his feelings for Ankita Sushant said, “Ankita is the only factor in my life that makes me believe in destiny. How we catch what life throws at us is destiny. Ankita is my destiny.”

We had conversations about his future plans, and they always involved Ankita. When I would ask about their marriage plans Sushant had the same reply each time: “We are married to one another in every sense. There is nothing that a formal ceremony can change between us.”

But then the two families began to pressurize the couple to make it legal.

One day I got a call from Sushant. He was in an unusually very serious mood. “Sir, shaadi karni padegi. We are definitely getting married next year (this was in 2016). A formal ceremony is what both our families want. So we will have two weddings. One in Mumbai and the other in Indore (Ankita’s hometown).”

He was exuberant, excited, and unstoppable. Then it ended. Suddenly all plans changed. The relationship was called off. To this day, no one knows why. Sushant didn’t tell me. After Ankita left his life he began to change. He became more secretive, less enthusiastic about life. The will to seize the day had subsided.

Sushant moved on and so did Ankita…Or that’s what they seemed to believe. I believe they never stopped loving one another, that Sushant missed Ankita to his dying day. That the relationships that he shared with some women after his split with Ankita were on the rebound. Somehow Sushant never got over Ankita. He wasn’t meant to. They were a couple for keeps.

What separated them, I don’t know. I’ve heard several theories on why they separated, blaming both Ankita and Sushant. I don’t know what went wrong between them. But I do know that a little bit of patience would have weathered the storm. That if they had stayed together, as they were meant to, Sushant would not have died. He would have been with us today.

The big fatal mistake of Sushant’s life was leaving Ankita. I remember he once told me, “There are couples who are committed only to the moment. They don’t want to take responsibility for their future together. But for me there is no uncertainty. My future is with Ankita.”

Once they parted, Sushant’s future became hazy and blurred. She was his guiding light in the truest sense. Even if Sushant decided to quit in an impulsive moment, Ankita should have stayed on.

Also Read: Sushant Singh Rajput Death Case: Rhea Chakraborty is not absconding says Bihar cop



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"I migrated to Mumbai to be an actor so one day I could help these migrants," says Sonu Sood

A lady who wanted to reach the beauty parlour, a child who wanted his mother to be reached to her grandmother, a man who wanted to reach a booze store…. Sonu Sood who has taken on himself the responsibility of seeing thousands of wage-earning migrants reach home, gets such strange requests on an hourly basis.

I migrated to Mumbai to be an actor so one day I could help these migrants, says Sonu Sood

Sonu Sood who turns 47 on July 30 laughs these off as part of the territory. “They are part of the whole movement. There are youngsters who want to be with their girlfriend/boyfriend…I respond to them in a light-hearted manner, to keep their spirits high. There’s a bond that I’ve formed with all these migrants. We’ve become a part of one big family.”

How does Sonu’s immediate family feel about his passion for the migrants’ home-travel? “You know I get no time to spend with my wife and sons. Once in a while my children come and hug me and grumble that I’ve no time for them. Sometimes days pass before I am able to meet them. I am constantly monitoring all the travel plans of the migrants. I don’t even have time to look at my family. But they are my biggest support system. They know the importance of what I am doing. That every hour lost probably means a hundred more migrants unable to get home.”

Does Sonu feel morally obligated to get these migrants home?

He thinks over that question and then replies gently, “It’s a promise from me to take them home. They (the migrants) trust me. They depend on me to reach them to their homes. If they are all set to walk or cycle to their homes thousands of miles away, and if I tell them to wait a day or two so I can arrange for their travel, they stay back. It then becomes my responsibility to get the necessary permissions and see to it that they get to their loved ones. So yes, it’s a responsibility. But I am more than up to it.”

The sense of satisfaction that comes to Sonu from helping these distressed migrants is beyond words. “I’ve been a part of the film industry for twenty years and done about a 100 films. But nothing I’ve done so far has given me this kind of inner peace and satisfaction. I now feel that I migrated to Mumbai to be an actor so one day I could help these migrants. I feel this was something I was born to do. I feel blessed that God has chosen me for this mission.”

Sonu never thought he would one day be part of such a massive migratory movement. “Thousands of people walking with little kids and elders …I never thought I’d see this in my life. When it happened I couldn’t sit at home making videos and discussing digital content. I wanted to come forward and hold the hands of these distressed migrants and tell them, ‘Boss, you are not alone, we are with you. You build our homes offices roads and you are the heartbeats of our country and there’s no way I can let you down’. I promised them I’d do my best to see them reach home.”

What are the strangest travel requests Sonu has received? “Well, there was a man who wanted me to reach him to a booze shop. I told that was not possible but if after downing several drinks he needed help to return home I could look into that. Then there was a couple grumbling they can’t stay locked down together anymore. I suggested they take a trip to Goa together after the lockdown…I think that’s what my wife and I need to do after this is over.”

Also Read: Sonu Sood to organise free medical camps across India on the occasion of his birthday on July 30 



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Gehlot didn't talk of trust vote in his note: Guv

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'Modi kept 1991 vow to return & build temple'

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1 Khandala Valley Luxury second homes

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Sushant Singh case: Mumbai police is helping Rhea

Sushant Singh Rajput’s family’s lawyer Vikas Singh has reportedly alleged that somebody in the Mumbai police is helping actress Rhea Chakraborty in late actor's case. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Why Sushmita feared losing against Aishwarya?

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This game give you feel of flying Rafale jets

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Amitabh Bachchan praises medical professionals dressed in PPE kits, working day and night

Earlier this month, Amitabh Bachchan was diagnosed with COVID-19. He is currently being treated at Nanavati Hospital. He recently penned his thoughts on how COVID-19 can affect someone’s mental health. Now, he is thanking the medical professionals for their work.

Amitabh Bachchan praises medical professionals dressed in PPE kits, working day and night

Taking to Twitter, Big B wrote, “They work in extreme conditions, so our conditions are safe .. the Gods own angels in white PPE units , Doctors, nurses, support staff .. yet they still take time out to pray for who they struggle to cure - their patients ! This be their prayer everyday.”

Along with Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Aaradhya Bachchan were also diagnosed with Covid-19. Aishwarya and Aaradhya were discharged from Nanavati hospital earlier this week.

Amitabh Bachchan said, “… they go home the little one and Bahurani .. and the tears flow out .. the little one embraces and tells me not to cry ..’you’ll be home soon’ she assures .. I must believe her."

On the work front, Amitabh Bachchan will next star in Brahmastra and Chehre.

ALSO READ: “May you burn in your own stew,” writes Amitabh Bachchan hitting back at haters who wish for his death



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Amy Jackson stuns in brown two piece bikini whilst swimming in Capri

Model turned actress Amy Jackson was recently having a gala time during her vacation in Italy. She was in Capri with her fiance George Panayiotou and son and documented her vacation on Instagram.

Amy Jackson stuns in brown two piece bikini whilst swimming in Capri

Taking to Instagram, the actress recently shared a series of pictures whilst swimming at the picturesque location. In one of the pictures, she is seen coming out of water in a brown two-piece bikini while flaunting her washboard abs. She was boating and enjoying the beautiful sunny weather in Capri.

Amy Jackson stuns in brown two piece bikini whilst swimming in Capri

On the work front, Amy Jackson was last seen in Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar starrer 2.0. She also had an extended role in the CW superhero series Supergirl.

 

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AP logs highest virus cases in India on Wednesday

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Covid-19: ‘Sorry, no beds for Rs 4,000'

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14 things you may not know about Amazon

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TikTok CEO on why the app is not the 'enemy'

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Sunni board sets up trust to build Ayodhya masjid

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Times Top10: Ready for Unlock 3?

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IPL final likely to be postponed from Nov 8 to 10

The Indian Premier League governing council is contemplating postponing the date of the tournament’s final from November 8 to 10 and allow its stakeholders – especially broadcaster Star India – to make further use of the Diwali week. A final decision in this regard will be taken when the GC meets in the next three days. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

'Must teach students to navigate through fake news'

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Episode 15: India-China Trade Relations

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Bengal Congress president Somen Mitra dies at 78

West Bengal Congress president Somen Mitra passed away at a city hospital in the early hours of Thursday. He was 78. Sources at the private hospital where Mitra was admitted to said he died due to heart and age-related ailments. Mitra passed away around 1.30 am. The hospital said he had tested negative for COVID-19. Mitra is survived by his wife and son. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Yes Bank to take over HQ of Anil Ambani

Yes Bank, which faced a crisis in March this year on account of bad debts, has substantial loans due from the Anil Ambani group, to which it had an exposure of close to Rs 12,000 crore. In the last two decades, the Anil Ambani group expanded aggressively in new businesses raising high levels of debt. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Rahul repeats old charges against deal on fighters

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PM says no virtue like defending the nation

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Tuesday 28 July 2020

From missing Rs. 15 cr, to having him framed, Sushant Singh Rajput's father alleges Rhea Chakraborty is responsible for Sushant's death

Over a month after the sad and sudden demise of Sushant Singh Rajput, the late actor’s father filed an FIR in Patna against Rhea Chakraborty and five others alleging that the actress was not only responsible but was also the cause of his son’s death. Bearing in mind the sentimentality of this case, we at Bollywood Hungama managed to get a copy of the FIR that lists all the allegations made by Sushant’s father; here’s a list of the same:

From missing Rs. 15 cr, to having him framed, Sushant Singh Rajput's father alleges Rhea Chakraborty is responsible for Sushant's death

- Over a period of one year Rs. 15 cr was transferred from Sushant Singh Rajput’s account to other accounts

- Rhea Chakraborty and her family had taken over operation of Sushant Singh Rajput’s bank accounts, credit card and personal staff

- Rhea apparently made use of Sushant’s credit card while on a European holiday

- Prior to 2019 and Rhea entering Sushant’s life, the late actor had no issues of mental health

- A no-objection certificate from the late actor’s family was not sought before commencing his treatment

- When matters worsened, Rhea apparently walked with Sushant’s cash and jewellery

- Rhea overdosed the late actor, and had shifted him out of his flat and into a resort near the airport

- She apparently threatened to make public Sushant’s medical records about his mental health

- Rhea and her family had apparently convinced Sushant that his house was haunted, and that it was affecting him

- Rhea and family had apparently taken possession of Sushant’s phone and allowed him to speak to his family sparingly

Also Read: Sushant Singh Rajput death case: Rhea Chakraborty to apply for an anticipatory bail



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"She has the right to have an opinion and so do I. Just because my opinion doesn't match hers doesn't make me inferior" - Taapsee Pannu

Kangana Ranaut thinks you are gung-ho about Karan Johar in the hope of getting roles from him?
I don’t have any film of mine which is produced by any of these gangs she keeps targeting. I never mentioned anywhere I like Karan Johar or anyone she alleges, but I have never said I hate them either.

"She has the right to have an opinion and so do I. Just because my opinion doesn't match hers doesn't make me inferior" - Taapsee Pannu

Maybe the fact that you don’t hate Karan bothers Kangana?
So the fact that I don’t hate someone she hates, is equivalent to concluding that I like that person and I suck up to that person? I don’t even know him beyond formal hi hellos and thank yous. How is this even logical?

Kangana thinks Karan Johar should offer you films?
I have been doing at least four films per year during the last three years and I have five forthcoming projects right now. Who says I don’t get enough work? I decided to keep my career graph slow and steady and that’s exactly how it’s been going.

She thinks you are sucking up to Johar in the hope of getting offers?
When none of my past films are produced by any of that so-called mafia she keeps mentioning nor any of my future films are from them how is my professional existence dependent on nepotism? Or undermining someone’s genuine achievements by crediting wrong sources and then mocking it is how you prove that you are a truly successful outsider?

Doesn’t her endless tirade anger you?
I refuse to be bitter. I refuse to take advantage of someone’s death for personal vendetta and I refuse to make a mockery out of the industry that gives me bread butter and my identity. I have had my share of struggles and just because I don’t glorify them and deal with them with a positive outlook doesn’t make me any less of the ‘outsider’.

Have you never been treated unfairly by producers for being an outsider?
Yes. I’ve been dropped out of films and replaced with star-kids. But the fact that she and her sister try to discredit me and my hard work, call me names, put wrong allegations on me is actually an equal level of harassment, if not more.

Interestingly, you have a sister who stays completely out of the industry?
Yes. All this mocking because I refuse to sing her (Kangana’s) tune and because I refuse to see her as the flag bearer for outsiders. Sorry, we outsiders all are not bitter people. We all have had good and bad experiences. But a lot of us outsiders in the film industry refuse to let negativity drive us. It’s our positivity hope and the ability to make lemonade out of the lemons thrown at us that has gotten us to where we are.

You don’t sound bitter or angry or retaliatory?
I am not going to give into this negativity and hatred because this limits my growth as a human being. She (Kangana) has the right to have an opinion and so do I. Just because my opinion doesn’t match hers doesn’t make me inferior.

Also Read: Taapsee Pannu shares throwback picture from her school days when she had braces for second time



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Sushant's family lawyer's revelation about Mumbai Police

Sushant Singh Rajput’s father KK Singh filed an FIR against the late actor’s girlfriend Rhea Chakraborty. The FIR was filed in Patna. Quoting the lawyer ANI shared, “FIR registered now as family was in shock & Mumbai Police wasn't registering FIR, but forcing them to give names of big production houses & get them involved. It was heading in a different direction: Vikas Singh, Ex-Addl Solicitor General & lawyer of #SushantSinghRajput's father.” Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

Tesla: Open to supplying batteries to automakers

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Haryana girl’s journey from dentist to Miss India

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KGF: Chapter 2 makers release first look of Sanjay Dutt as the merciless villain Adheera on his birthday

An official announcement was made by the makers of KGF: Chapter 2 about the big unveil of Sanjay Dutt's villain Adheera on his birthday. On 25th July 2020, the director had shared on his social media that after a long wait finally, a new update related to K. G. F 2 will be releasing soon. Today, the first look was unveiled and it is highly intriguing.

KGF: Chapter 2 makers release first look of Sanjay Dutt as the merciless villain Adheera on his birthday

Marking Sanjay Dutt's birthday today, the makers shared a highly intense poster featuring the actor looking like a merciless villain. "It's been a pleasure working on this film and I couldn't have asked for a better birthday gift. Thank you @prashanthneel, @karthik_krg, @thenameisyash, @vkiragandur, #Deepak, #Lithika, #Pradeep & the entire team of KGF. Special thanks to all my fans who have always showered me with their love and support," Sanjay wrote on Instagram.

Mounted on a large scale the much-anticipated film puts forth technical advances to create a visually stunning experience. It stars Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon amongst the others.

Produced by Vijay Kiragandur and directed by Prashant Neel, KGF: Chapter 2 is brought by celebrated names including Excel Entertainment and is a multilingual venture- to be released in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi.

ALSO READ: Makers of Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt’s Shamshera call off shoot



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Sonu Sood shoots for The Kapil Sharma Show, first trailer brings back the cast

The film and TV productions were halted due to the lockdown imposed amid coronavirus outbreak since March 2020. Now that the state is easing out restrictions, the TV productions have already resumed shooting and films are set to go on floor by August. The Kapil Sharma Show will also be back on track soon and the first guest is Sonu Sood.

Sonu Sood shoots for The Kapil Sharma Show, first trailer brings back the cast

The first trailer was unveiled a few days ago as the troupe returned including Kiku Sharda, Rajiv Thakur, Sumona Chakravarti, Bharti Singh, and Krushna Abhishek. Sonu Sood joined the crew and the first pictures give a glimpse of what can be expected.

Sonu Sood shoots for The Kapil Sharma Show, first trailer brings back the cast

Nearly four months after the last episode aired, the fresh episodes will air from August 1. In the trailer, Archana Puran Singh is seen sitting and enjoying the dose of comedy while the audiences aren't invited. Instead, cardboard cutouts were kept in the audience section.

Sonu Sood shoots for The Kapil Sharma Show, first trailer brings back the cast

As they are readying themselves to be back on the sets, the first guest will be Sonu Sood. Sonu has been making headlines for his work towards helping migrant workers reach their hometowns.

 

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ALSO READ: “For the first time you’ll see so many moist eyes,”…Sonu Sood on shooting with Kapil Sharma



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Officer behind Rafale delivery a hero in Kashmir

Presently India's Air Attache in France, the native of Anantnag in Kashmir has played a key role in ensuring delivery of Rafale jets to the country. Rather, son of a retired DSP, spent all of last year weaponizing the combat aircraft to suit Indian conditions. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

International Tiger Day 2020: All you need to know

The International Tiger Day is celebrated on July 29 to spread awareness about the need to protect tigers which are an endangered species. Tigers have lost 90% of their natural habitat and their world population is less than 4,000. The day was marked for the first time in 2010 at the 'Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit' in Russia which aimed to double the tiger population by 2022. Via Times of India https://ift.tt/2hJjhqE

What Amazon CEO’s ex-boss told him when he quit job

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Parineeti Chopra undergoes social media detox for the second time

Parineeti Chopra has announced that she is taking another social media break and would return soon to meet her internet family. "Time for another social media detox… See you soon fam!” she wrote on her Instagram stories on July 28.

Parineeti Chopra undergoes social media detox for the second time

This is her second break from social media. Last time, she had written, "Gonna take a much-needed detox from social media for a few days. Some time is needed and important. See you all on the other side."

Parineeti Chopra undergoes social media detox for the second time

On the work front, Parineeti Chopra has a series of projects underway. The actress will next star in Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar with Arjun Kapoor. Directed by Dibakar Banerjee, the film was set for March release but has been postponed indefinitely amid the pandemic.

She will also be seen in Ribhu Dasgupta’s The Girl On The Train. The film is an official Hindi remake of the Hollywood movie with the same name that starred Emily Blunt.

ALSO READ: 8 Years Of Ishaqzaade: Parineeti Chopra shares photos of her National Award



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Anupam Kher says his picture with Robert De Niro is his ‘most priceless possession’, reveals the backstory behind it

Veteran actor Anupam Kher is known to be friends with Hollywood legend Robert De Niro Recalling the backstory behind the picture that he had clicked with him, he called it his ‘most priceless possession’.

Anupam Kher says his picture with Robert De Niro is his ‘most priceless possession’, reveals the backstory behind it

In an Instagram post, Kher said that while studying at National School Of Drama, he wrote the film names like Mean Streets and Taxi Driver on paper. Sharing a black-and-white picture with De Niro, Kher wrote, “Story of this pic: There won’t be a single actor in the world, aspiring or established, who won’t be an ardent fan of this phenomenal legendary actor #RobertDeNiro. As a drama school student I had done a special paper on two of his earlier films Mean Streets and Taxi Driver. Never in my wildest dreams had I ever thought way back in 1977 that one day I will get an opportunity of not only working with him in #SilverLiningPlaybook but will also have the good fortune of calling him my friend.”

The photo was taken at De Niro’s New York apartment by David O’Russell who directed Silver Linings Playbook. “This picture was shot in his apartment in New York by #DavidORussell, director of SLP. As always I had requested for a picture and as always he was obliging. At that moment I thought it will be cool to point my finger in appreciation towards the legend in the picture. And then in almost slow motion I saw his hand going up and pointing his finger towards me in the similar manner. Miraculously David clicked the picture at that very moment. And I registered my name in the history with this pic. For me this will always be my most priceless possession. Jai Ho #KuchBhiHoSaktaHai #TaxiDriver #GodFather #RagingBull #CapeFear #NewYorkNewYork #AnalyseThis #Awakening #TheIntern #TheIrishman.”

Anupam Kher was last seen in the New Amsterdam TV series. He is currently at home as his mother and family members are recovering from COVID-19.

 

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Story of this pic: There won’t be a single actor in the world, aspiring or established, who won’t be an ardent fan of this phenomenal legendary actor #RobertDeNiro. As a drama school student I had done a special paper on two of his earlier films Mean Streets and Taxi Driver. Never in my wildest dreams had I ever thought way back in 1977 that one day I will get an opportunity of not only working with him in #SilverLiningPlaybook but will also have the good fortune of calling him my friend. This picture was shot in his apartment in New York by #DavidORussell, director of SLP. As always I had requested for a picture and as always he was obliging. At that moment I thought it will be cool to point my finger in appreciation towards the legend in the picture. And then in almost slow motion I saw his hand going up and pointing his finger towards me in the similar manner. Miraculously David clicked the picture at that very moment. And I registered my name in the history with this pic. For me this will always be my most priceless possession. Jai Ho???????? #KuchBhiHoSaktaHai #TaxiDriver #GodFather #RagingBull #CapeFear #NewYorkNewYork #AnalyseThis #Awakening #TheIntern #TheIrishman

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ALSO READ: Anupam Kher shares adorable video of mother getting discharged from the hospital after COVID-19 treatment



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