Danish Sait to return with Humble Politician Nograj sequel

'The producers will again ask me what I have done,' he added. Nograj is a narcissistic and ruthless politician, who speaks broken English as a way to deceive people. The satirical take on the country's broken political system clicked with the audience and critics alike when it came out in 2017. 'After watching the film, many asked me why did I leave the country with no hope? We are so used to the good guy winning and the bad guy losing. What we said (in the film) is a bad guy is not going to change in the middle,' Danish said referring to the film's ending where corruption defeats honesty. Meanwhile, Danish Sait seems to nurture big plans for Nograj beyond cinema. 'That's what satires are about. It reflects on society. I was watching Hasan Minhaj's The Patriot Act on Indian politics. I was in awe. It was so nicely written,' he said. The actor has also hosted an informative show Need To Know, a 29-episode series shot in view of the impending elections. 'The show that I have done for Daily Hunt - Need To Know is about every state, its history, what each of them has gone through, what is going on etc. Even if it reaches a small percentage of voters in every state, it is worth it,' he added. Danish Sait will be next seen in director Pannaga Bharana's upcoming comedy film, which is produced by actor Puneeth Rajkumar. The untitled flick set in Bengaluru's Shivajinagar will bring Danish's another alter ego Asgar to life. The film in the post-production stage is eyeing an August release. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttps://in.usgbc.org/people/eeeew-reeew/0011309289

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CID meets Avengers: Endgame, Game of Thrones in hilarious Inspector Daya memes

All the five actors have been working together on the show since almost two decades and have inspired individuals memes on social media. But it's Daya's day on Twitter whose one still from the show went viral on social media. In the picture, the actor can be seen grieving on the beach while being dressed in his usual formals. Turning it into a meme, a user wrote, 'When you're waiting for the opportunity to knock the door but later realize that you've broken all of them.' Another wrote, 'When ACP pradyuman opens the door without asking Daya for it.' When ACP pradyuman opens the door without asking Daya for it.  *सत्य घटना पर आधारित* pic.twitter.com/2PV623tLtC — CHEEKU (@Okay_Bye___) April 27, 2019 When you're waiting for the opportunity to knock the door but later realize that you've broken all of them. pic.twitter.com/cd5Cj3T3UX — Godman Chikna (@Madan_Chikna) April 27, 2019 Observing the current mood which is either drifting towards the Hollywood film, Avengers: Endgame or towards the just-aired third episode of the popular TV show Game of Thrones, some users compared Daya's grieving moment with the turn of events in the two releases. A user gave an example, 'When you want to break the door but thanos snapped people out, so there is no one to say 'Daya darbaza tod #Avengers #Thanos.' Another user hinted at what would happen when the last season of Game of Thrones would come to an end and tweeted, 'Sadness at its peak after #AvengersEndgame #LokSabhaElections2019 #GameofThrones finishes.' Russo Brothers pit Thanos against Night King, fans call it Endgame of Thrones Me after May when GOT finishes : pic.twitter.com/NfCMJLHFRz — Bahut Scope hai (@Bahut_Scope_Hai) April 27, 2019 Pic 1: After watching #InfinityWar Pic 2: After watching #EndGame pic.twitter.com/UQ1ECIPiSD — ✪ Veer ✪ (@ClawedHumor) April 27, 2019 Sadness at its peak after #AvengersEndgame #LokSabhaElections2019 #GameofThrones finishes. pic.twitter.com/573uBOKtsQ — Godman Chikna (@Madan_Chikna) April 27, 2019 When you want to break the door but thanos snapped people out, so there is no one to say "Daya darbaza tod"#Avengers #Thanos pic.twitter.com/ZL9rngoKwk — aftab (@biryani_babu) April 27, 2019 The show has come a long way and so have the doors, which may not always be made of wood and easier to break down. Realising the situation, a user commented, 'When doors are no more wooden but steel.' Another wrote, 'When ACP Pradyuman asks Daya to Open the Door using keys.' Many more users came with up with different scenarios as what could have led to Daya's recent heartbreak. A user wrote, 'When opportunity doesn't knock & u have to build ur own DOOR.' Another wrote, 'When you don't get to break the door because it was already open.' When ACP praduman say: Daya Darwaja tod..But, Daya failed to break the door.. pic.twitter.com/ApyZQ0g3mg — KK (@kishanv59) April 27, 2019 When someone says " Mohabbat dastak deti hai " par tumne toh kisi darwaze ko aajtak intact nahi chhoda - pic.twitter.com/BmtM38b9Rc — Memesahaab (@memesahaab) April 27, 2019 When you don't get to break the door because it was already open. pic.twitter.com/lJQVwVu0JE — Angoor Stark  (@ladywithflaws) April 27, 2019 All doors are closed except rohit Shetty&dhapos;s movie— Merajuddin Siddiqui (@Siddiquii_says) April 27, 2019 When ACP Pradyuman asks Daya to Open the Door using keys.. pic.twitter.com/rzFmhfg4E5 — N I T I N (@theNitinWalke) April 27, 2019 When no doors are left. pic.twitter.com/2WwBIHDTXy — Bruce Wayne (@WaizArd20) April 27, 2019 Waiter : Sir, What would you like to have? Daya : Two Scotch. Waiter : Okay sir, ye lijiye. Daya : Waiter , Door. Waiter : okay sir. Daya : Door. Waiter : Apko jyada ho gyi sir ab rehne dijiye.— Neeraj️ (@happyTempered) April 27, 2019 When she says 'door' raho mujhse pic.twitter.com/1vU6y2hCnC — Manish ❁ (@Man_isssh) April 27, 2019 *When opportunity doesn't knock & u have to build ur own DOOR* pic.twitter.com/P49a4Sxex3 — Tweetera (@DoctorrSays) April 27, 2019 When doors are no more wooden but steel. — चौकीदार विस्फोटक  (@JainVisphotak) April 27, 2019 function catchException() {try{ twitterJSDidLoad(); }catch(e){}} function getAndroidVersion(ua) {ua = (ua || navigator.userAgent).toLowerCase(); var match = ua.match(/android\\s([0-9\\.]*)/);return match ? match[1] : false;}; var versions='4.2.2'; var versionArray=versions.split(',');var currentAndroidVersion=getAndroidVersion();if(versionArray.indexOf(currentAndroidVersion)!=-1){var blocks = document.getElementsByTagName('blockquote'); for(var i = 0; i < blocks.length; i++){blocks[i].innerHTML = '';}}DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Hindustan Timeshttps://about.me/zinzaa

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Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal sets bridge repair deadline

he bridge was closed in March for 90 days (three months) to carry out "massive" repairs."The Saraighat bridge is a lifeline in terms of connectivity for the people of north and south banks. It is very important to complete the repairs at the earliest to ensure hassle-free traffic movement for the people of both banks of the river," Sonowal told the railway authorities present at the site.The chief minister also asked the railway to engage manpower in three shifts and complete casting of the bridge within May 15. NFR general manager Sanjive Roy said, "It is for the first time a major repair of this scale has been taken up since the time of dedication of the bridge to the service of the people in 1963. I assured the chief minister that we will complete the repairs within June 20 as directed by him."The railway personnel also briefed the chief minister about the project at the work site.Chief minister's media adviser Hrishikesh Goswami accompanied Sonowal during the visit. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttps://despacitoleen.kinja.com/en-finansieringskalla-for-ditt-foretag-1833832158

Hallmark of a Real Devotee

One can enjoy a reprieve only through surrender. God lessens our burden when we surrender our problems to Him. Actually, nothing happens according to our will. There is no guarantee whatsoever that we will take the next breath. Therefore, the only thing we can do is to work, surrendering all action to Him. However, we should act without the sense of 'doership'. Instead, we should act with the awareness that we are doing so with His power. We should work, seeing it as worship of the Almighty. This is the attitude of surrender that we must cultivate. God resides in everyone as the antaryami, the indweller. He speaks to us every moment with utmost love, gentleness and simplicity, but we lack the patience to lend our ears to Him. We do not have ears that listen to God. We thus err time and again, and suffer. We must foster the attitude of a disciple so that we can heed and obey Him. When our discipleship awakens, when we are ready to obey and approach Him with faith, development, love and humility, then He will assume the attitude of a Guru and be prepared to lead us. Arjuna and Lord Krishna were close friends, like brothers, in fact. But the Lord never dispensed the wisdom of the Gita to him then. He only did so when Arjuna developed the attitude of a disciple. Hence, we ought to develop the same attitude. Discipleship is nothing other than surrender. When one truly becomes a disciple, everything in the universe becomes a Guru; every experience becomes a Guru. If we do not have this attitude, we will not learn anything, no matter how many experiences we have. Amma remembers the story of Radha. When Krishna left Vrindavan for Mathura, He did not take Radha or any of the other gopis (milkmaids) with Him. This made them all very sad. At this time, Udhava, who had arrived at Vrindavan from Mathura, told Radha, "The Lord received messages from the other gopis, asking Him to return to Vrindavan or to take them with Him to Mathura. You alone did not send Him any such message. Why?" Radha said, "When the master of the house leaves, he might or might not take his servant with him. What will the servant do if his master does not take him? He will clean the house and its surroundings, discharge all the duties that his master has entrusted him, and then wait for him. I am Lord's servant. He has the authority to decide whether or not to take me with Him. If He had taken me with Him, I would have known no higher joy. At the same time, I have not become despondent because He did not. I am waiting for Him, having purified the temple of my heart and having lit the lamp of love therein. That is my duty as a servant. And that is why I have no message in particular to send to the Lord."This is the kind of attitude we ought to have towards God. This is the hallmark of a real devotee-the attitude of a servant. We can realise the Self only through surrender.The writer is a world-renowned spiritual leader DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttps://justpaste.it/5qvwv

'Every Vote Counts' book review: A ringside view of Indian elections

He goes on to give us the history of the first elections in Independent India, in 1951, when the EC was headed by Sukumar Sen. Chawla has researched extensively for this section, speaking to Sen's daughters to get a feel for the times. Then he moves on to the challenges and details of the 2009 elections, state by state. Since he can refer to his own notes for this chapter, we get a very detailed picture. Possibly the most interesting subsequent chapters are focused on the challenges facing the elections today: the Maoist resistance to elections, the EVM rigging controversy, the rise of paid news, and the intricate manoeuvring needed for the J&K state elections. Chawla devotes an entire chapter each to these issues, throwing new light on them. During the controversy regarding the efficacy of the EVM machines, for example, the EC was at pains to test and verify the machines with every competent expert available. Chawla makes the wry observation that parties that lost an election were always the first to accuse the EVMs of being hacked! He walks us through the processes and checks that the EC goes through to ensure the reliability of the machines themselves. Multiple people have claimed being able to hack the EVMs, and Chawla also explains how these claims were always tackled head-on and disproved. In so doing, the complexity of the whole issue comes through and the due diligence leaves us impressed. The description of the election arrangements in the Maoist corridor is like the setup for a thriller. Multiple attacks were targeted at the election officials who were brave enough to venture in these areas - bombs concealed under roads, guns fired at moving vehicles, ultimatums to boycott the election. In the middle of this atmosphere, Chawla did his part in arranging for enough security and transportation for the brave officials-eventually talking directly to the armed forces to get his requirements fulfilled. The Kashmir state elections story from 2008 is even more complex. In this case, it was nigh impossible to agree on an appropriate date to have the elections-voting percentages, alignment with central government elections, and other factors weighed in. Differences cropped up between the Election Commissioners themselves. The various political parties active in the state were supportive; however, they added their own quirks. Eventually, the decision was taken, the elections were held and the rest is history-with nearly 60 per cent participation. The last part of the book focuses on the mechanics of the EC itself. One of Chawla's main concerns is the relative role of the CEC, compared to the other two Commissioners (who were added to the Commission during the time of TN Seshan in an apparent bid to curtail his power). He goes into detail about his falling out with N Gopalaswami, the CEC, although without apportioning blame or telling any secrets. There is also a lot of discussion about the Commission's efforts to control paid news and the using of media for political propaganda. Without naming too many names, he reveals how all the parties use all means possible for leverage, often running afoul of the Commission. This book is required reading for all those interested in going behind the scenes of the most logistically complex democratic exercises in the world. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttps://www.avitop.com/cs/members/zinzaajustinz.aspx

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Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal sets bridge repair deadline

he bridge was closed in March for 90 days (three months) to carry out "massive" repairs."The Saraighat bridge is a lifeline in terms of connectivity for the people of north and south banks. It is very important to complete the repairs at the earliest to ensure hassle-free traffic movement for the people of both banks of the river," Sonowal told the railway authorities present at the site.The chief minister also asked the railway to engage manpower in three shifts and complete casting of the bridge within May 15. NFR general manager Sanjive Roy said, "It is for the first time a major repair of this scale has been taken up since the time of dedication of the bridge to the service of the people in 1963. I assured the chief minister that we will complete the repairs within June 20 as directed by him."The railway personnel also briefed the chief minister about the project at the work site.Chief minister's media adviser Hrishikesh Goswami accompanied Sonowal during the visit. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttps://www.theverge.com/users/reezexregge

SRH vs KXIP highlights: Sunrisers beat Kings XI by 45 runs

avid Warner, who was playing his final match of the season was the top-scorer with 81 runs off 56 balls. In response, Kings XI lost Chris Gayle early in the 213 run chase. However, KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal kept Punjab in the hunt before Agarwal was removed by Rashid Khan in the 9th over. After Agarwal's departure wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals as Punjab could only manage 167/8 in their 20 overs. Indian Premier League, 2019 Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad30 April 2019 Sunrisers Hyderabad 212/6 (20.0) vs Kings XI Punjab167/8 (20.0) Match Ended ( Day - Match 48 ) Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Kings XI Punjab by 45 runs IPL 2019, SRH vs KXIP: 23:46 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 SRH win by 45 runs Sandeep Sharma picks two wickets in the final over as KXIP could only manage 167/8 in response to SRH's 212. 23:38 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! The dangerous KL Rahul departs after scoring 79 off 56 balls. A slower delivery and Rahul fails to middle it as the ball balloons up in the air before Kane Williamson takes a brilliant diving catch to send the batsman back to the pavilion. 23:33 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 12 runs come from Bhuvneshwar Kumar's previous over as KXIP require another 56 to win in the final 12 deliveries. 23:24 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 SIX, FOUR Rahul starts by slamming a six in the first ball of the over and then finishes it with a boundary. He is getting the crucial runs for KXIP at this point. 12 runs off Bhuvi's over. 23:14 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 KL Rahul completes half-century Kings XI's lone hope KL Rahul brings up his half-century in style as he smashes Mohammad Nabi for consecutive sixes. KXIP still require 93 to win in the final six overs 23:10 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Rashid Khan on hat-trick Rashid Khan picks two wickets in consecutive deliveries. The first man to depart was David Miller who was caught by Vijay Shankar at deep mid-wicket and in the very next delivery R Ashwin plays the ball straight to Manish Pandey at long-on. 23:06 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 100 up for Punjab Meanwhile, KL Rahul who is still present at the crease along with David Miller help Punjab edge past the 100-run-mark. Rahul is batting on 39, while Miller is on 5. 23:01 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Stunning catch Bhuvneshwar Kumar completes a stunning diving catch at fine-leg area as Nicholas Pooran walks back to the pavilion after scoring 21 off 10 deliveries. 22:49 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! A ball after smashing a six, Mayank Agarwal throws away his wicket as he goes for another lofted shot, however, this time only to be caught by Vijay Shankar at deep mid-wicket. The batsman departs after scoring 27 off 18 balls. 22:38 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 50 up for KXIP A short of length delivery by Abhishek Sharma and KL Rahul punches the ball towards cover for a boundary to bring up the 50 for Kings XI Punjab. 22:30 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Rashid Khan misses a catch A fuller length delivery by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and KL Rahul flicks it uppishly. The ball soars high but lands safely, as Rashid Khan efforts go in vain. 22:26 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 13 runs come from Sandeep Sharma's first over A good over from KXIP's perspective as 13 runs come off Sandeep Sharma's first over. KL Rahul is batting on 19, while his partner Mayank Agarwal is on 8. 22:15 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! A short of a length delivery by Khaleel Ahmed and Chris Gayle tries to pull it across the line. However, the ball hits the toe end of the bat and balloons up in the air before Manish Pandey settles under it, not on the first but on the second attempt. The batsman walks back after scoring 4 in 3 balls. 22:02 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 KL Rahul and Chris Gayle walk out in the middle Kings XI openers KL Rahul and Chris Gayle walk out in the middle to start the chase. Khaleel Ahmed will start the proceedings for the hosts. 21:59 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Mohammad Nabi during the innings break It is easy for me to hit Mujeeb as I have played him for the national team. I pick him off the hands. I know better whether it is a straighter one or a googly. It is a good total on the board. This pitch is very good for batting. I prepare all the time to be in the playing eleven. There is no dew here so I am very happy. 21:46 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 SRH post 212/6 in 20 overs A brilliant over by Arshdeep Singh as Vijay Shankar and Abhishek Sharma only manage to fetch 10 runs in the final over. SRH post 212/6 in 20 overs. 21:40 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! Arshdeep Singh starts the final over on a high as his perfectly executed yorker knocks off the stumps. Rashid Khan couldn't do much as he walks back after scoring 1. 21:38 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Two wickets for Shami in same over A full-length delivery by Mohammed Shami and Mohammad Nabi fails to make any connection. The ball goes and rips the stumps apart. Two wickets for Shami in same over. 21:36 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! Murugan Ashwin takes a spectacular catch at cover to send Kane Williamson back to the pavilion on 14. 21:33 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Mohammad Nabi joins the party After Warner's departure, Mohammad Nabi joins the party as Mujeeb Ur Rahman gives away 26 runs in his final over. The spinner was very expensive tonight as he gave away 66 runs in his four overs. 21:25 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! Double blow for SRH as a lofted shot by David Warner falls straight into the hands of Mujeeb Ur Rahman at point. The batsman departs after playing a fabulous knock of 81 in just 56 balls. Warner gets a rousing reception from the Hyderabad crowd. On the other hand, R Ashwin sends two set batsmen back in the pavilion in the same over as KXIP hope to restrict SRH before they post a mammoth score on the board. 21:16 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! R Ashwin provides KXIP with the second breakthrough as Manish Pandey walks back to the pavilion after scoring 36 off 25 balls. 21:13 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 150 up for SRH Young Arshdeep Singh tries to bowl a yorker but misses by a couple of inches and Warner makes most out of the low full toss as he flicks it past Chris Gayle towards the third man area for a boundary. With this boundary, SRH edge-past the 150-run mark. 21:04 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 50-run partnership between Warner and Pandey David Warner and Manish Pandey add 56 runs for the second wicket in 46 balls as SRH reach 134/1 in 13 overs. Warner is batting on 63, while Pandey is playing on 28. 20:58 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Warner completes his half century David Warner continues his fine run in the ongoing season as he completes his half-century. A slower delivery pitched outside off by Shami and Warner goes deep in his crease and whacks it towards the third man fence for a four. 20:55 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Manish Pandey survives A lifeline for Manish Pandey as he hits the ball straight towards R Ashwin at mid-off. The skipper leaps but is unable to hold onto the ball. 20:48 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 100 up for SRH David Warner along with Manish Pandey add 25 runs for the second wicket as SRH cruise past the 100-run mark in 10 overs. 20:47 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Run-Out chance Warner pushes the ball towards the mid-wicket area and straightaway calls for two. However, David Miller was quick on the ball and releases it quickly towards Warner's end, who eventually makes his ground quite comfortably before the bails were removed by the wicket-keeper. 20:35 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 WICKET! Just after the break, Murugan Ashwin provides KXIP with the vital breakthrough as Wriddhiman Saha departs after scoring 28 from 13 deliveries. A quick one from the bowler and Saha tries to play it across the line but gets a faint edge, which in the end was well collected by the keeper. Manish Pandey is the new man out in the middle. 20:30 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 End of powerplays David Warner and Wriddhiman Saha make great use of the field restrictions as the duo scores 77 runs in the first six overs. While Warner is playing on 37, his partner is on 28. 20:26 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Warner welcomes R Ashwin with a SIX KXIP skipper R Ashwin comes into the attack and David Warner welcomes him with a maximum. The ball was pitched short and gets the treatment it deserved as Warner smashes it over the fine leg boundary. 20:19 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 50 up for SRH David Warner is in no mood to stop as he smashes Mujeeb Ur Rahman all over the park. Four boundaries in the over help SRH edge past the 50-run mark in just 4 overs, which is also the fastest fifty by a team in this season. 20:11 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 First six of the match David Warner gets into his groove as he smashes the ball over the long-off boundary for a SIX as SRH reach 20/0 at the end of 2 overs. 20:06 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Warner smashes two boundaries in first over Two boundaries from Warner help SRH reach 10/0 at the end of first over. Mujeeb Ur Rahman comes into the attack 20:04 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 First boundary of the match A pacy inswinger coming towards the pads and David Warner smashes it for a four towards the fine leg area. First boundary of the match 20:00 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Here we go! Openers David Warner and Wriddhiman Saha walk out in the middle to start the SRH innings. Youngster Arshdeep Singh will start the proceedings for the visitors 19:50 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 The Orange Army Plenty of home support for Sunrisers as David Warner plays his final match of the tournament. Can the Aussie opener finish his scintillating campaign on a high? Home is where the #OrangeArmy is! ????#OrangeArmy #RiseWithUs #SRHvKXIP pic.twitter.com/khhVyk1mtX — SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) 29 April 2019 19:46 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Sunrisers Hyderabad Playing XI: David Warner, Kane Williamson(c), Manish Pandey, Vijay Shankar, Mohammad Nabi, Wriddhiman Saha(wk), Abhishek Sharma, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, K Khaleel Ahmed, Sandeep Sharma 19:44 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Kings XI Punjab Playing XI: Lokesh Rahul, Chris Gayle, Mayank Agarwal, David Miller, Nicholas Pooran(w), Simran Singh, Ravichandran Ashwin(c), Murugan Ashwin, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Mujeeb Ur Rahman 19:32 (IST) 29 Apr 2019 Toss! Kings XI Punjab have won the toss and have elected to bowl first Sunrisers Hyderabad: Kane Williamson (captain), Basil Thampi, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Hooda, Manish Pandey, T Natarajan, Ricky Bhui, Sandeep Sharma, Siddarth Kaul, Shreevats Goswami, Khaleel Ahmed, Yusuf Pathan, Billy Stanlake, David Warner, Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Shakib Al Hasan, Wriddhiman Saha, Martin Guptill, Vijay Shankar, Abhishek Sharma, Shahbaz Nadeem. Kings XI Punjab: Lokesh Rahul, Chris Gayle, Mayank Agarwal, Sarfaraz Khan, David Miller, Mandeep Singh, Sam Curran, Ravichandran Ashwin (C), Andrew Tye, Murugan Ashwin, Mohammed Shami, Mujeeb Ur Rehman, Karun Nair, Moises Henriques, Varun Chakravarthi, Harpreet Brar, Simran Singh, Nicholas Pooran (WK), Hardus Viljoen, Ankit Rajpoot, Arshdeep Singh, Darshan Nalkande, Agnivesh Ayachi. 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The best compact smartphones of 2019 at every price

And we totally respect their decision. The size of the phone is, of course, subjective. But it is good to see that brands like Apple, Samsung and even Google are offering compact smartphones. It just shows that small phones have a sizable market which smartphone players can't afford to ignore. setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-0");},1000); There are a lot of small phones to choose from, and more than ever, there are multiple great choices at every price point. On one hand you have premium compact smartphone options like the iPhone XS and Galaxy S10e and on the other hand, there are affordable options like the Nokia 7.1 and Xiaomi Redmi 6A. Check out our list of top compact smartphones you can buy in India. Best compact smartphones to buy in 2019: iPhone XS If you can afford the iPhone XS, this is the best compact smartphone to buy. Sure, the iPhone XS Max is Apple's top-of-the-line smartphone, but its 6.5-inch screen makes the phone huge and large in size. Women or anyone with small hands, should get the iPhone Xs instead. The 5.8-inch iPhone XS is as capable as the iPhone XS Max. You can expect the same unmatched performance (thanks to Apple's A12 Bionic chipset), excellent dual cameras on the back, wireless charging, FaceID, sharp OLED screen, iOS 12, and good battery life. setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-1");},1000); The iPhone XS is beautiful, compact, and fits in your pocket. The iPhone XS doesn't come cheap, though. Apple retails the iPhone XS at a starting price of Rs 99,000, compared to the iPhone Xs Max, which starts at Rs 1,09,900. Look, Apple charges more for its iPhones and you are paying the price for the reliability and ease of use which no other smartphone delivers, plus the resale value which other brands don't have. Read our review of Apple iPhone XS here. Best compact smartphones to buy in 2019: Samsung Galaxy S10e Samsung somewhat got right with the Galaxy S10e, a phone no one thought would be coming. Looking at the positioning of the Galaxy S10e, it's clear that the majority of Samsung's users in India in the premium market, will likely gravitate towards the S10e over the S10+. And a lot of this has to do with the pricing of the phone. The Galaxy S10e does not come cheap at Rs 55,900, but the idea behind such a phone is to offer top-of-the-line specifications in the compact form factor. It has a 5.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED edge-to-edge display with a punch-hole design, dual cameras on the back, Exynos 9820 processor, wireless charging, and respectable battery life. Samsung's so-called 'affordable flagship' does cut some corners, but it doesn't compromise on the performance. The Galaxy S10e is an interesting product because it serves a segment that wants flagship-level performance from a compact device but doesn't necessarily need every feature the Galaxy S10+ has to offer. Best compact smartphones to buy in 2019: Google Pixel 3 The Pixel 3 is Google's best attempt to make a compact smartphone. It is very Google-like. A 5.5-inch OLED screen satisfies customers who want a smaller smartphone, the design is elegant if not a head turner. IP68 water resistance means it can stand a dunk in a pool and the Snapdragon 845 processor and 4GB RAM are enough for multitasking and general use. This is one of the few phones in the market to have stereo speakers. setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-2");},1000); But what really makes the Pixel 3 different from other smartphones is the camera. It's the best in the business. Another highlight of the Google Pixel 3 is that it is running a pure version of Android, with a promise of regular updates. Is it the perfect compact smartphone? No, because there is no perfect smartphone: we all have different needs and preferences, but the camera will make you a fan of the Pixel 3. The phone starts at Rs 56,999 for a 64GB model. Read our review of Google Pixel 3 here. Best compact smartphones to buy in 2019: iPhone X A two-year-old iPhone X is very much in demand. Honestly, this is the iPhone to buy if you can't afford the iPhone Xs. And there is no harm in getting the iPhone X, because it hasn't aged a bit. You get a 5.8-inch OLED screen that covers nearly the entire front of the device. The performance is at par with any other latest flagship Android smartphone - Apple's A11 Bionic continues to crush the competition. setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-3");},1000); There's FaceID as well, a facial recognition system. The 12MP dual camera on the iPhone X is excellent, especially when it comes to capturing outdoor photos and video. And on top of it, the iPhone X's design ( a mix of glass and stainless steel frame) makes any other Android smartphone look cheap. The iPhone X is the best iPhone Apple's ever made. Even though the iPhone X has been discontinued, it still sells for Rs 74,000 in the India market. Buy the iPhone X only if the price is not a concern. Read our review of Apple iPhone X here. Best compact smartphones to buy in 2019: iPhone 8 Despite having an aging design, the iPhone 8 is a solid option for those who are upgrading from an older phone. The 4.7-inch device offers the same fast A11 Bionic processor as seen in the iPhone X, water-resistance, a glass back panel that enables wireless charging, a single 12MP camera, iOS 12, and the battery can easily make through a day. setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-4");},1000); Unlike the iPhone X, this phone does not feature FaceID. Instead, the iPhone 8 relies on the Touch ID home button. But the Touch ID home button is as reliable as Face ID. It would be a mistake to ignore the iPhone 8 because it lacks a bezel-less screen. If you want an iPhone with a screen size smaller than a 4.7-inches, the iPhone 8 is the best option. The iPhone 8 is priced at Rs 58,999 for the 64GB model. Best compact smartphones to buy in 2019: Nokia 7.1 HMD Global makes some really good mid-range smartphones, and the Nokia 7.1 is no exception. It will set you back by Rs 16,850 and it gets so much right, thanks to a 5.84-inch HDR10-equipped LCD display, a snappy Snapdragon 636 processor and 64GB storage that can be expanded with a microSD card. setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-5");},1000); With an excellent, much-improved dual camera, a stock interface that's way simpler than those found on most smartphones from Xiaomi and Vivo and the decent 3060 mAh battery, the Nokia 7.1 is worth checking out. It's incredible build quality, compact design and inexpensive price tag, all works in favor of the Nokia 7.1. Read our review of Nokia 7.1 here. Best compact smartphones to buy in 2019: Xiaomi Redmi 6A At Rs 5,999, Redmi 6A is actually an absolute steal. Phones at this price usually come with comprises, but not the Redmi 6A. Sure, it doesn't come with top-of-the-line specifications, but we love what the Redmi 6A can achieve. It has a 5.45-inch HD+ display that is sharp enough to watch videos and movies. setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-6");},1000); And there's more than enough power, from the MediaTek Helio A22 processor inside to the 3,000mAh battery. The camera is also fairly okay for the price. Well, there may be a few compromises, but this is absolutely the best compact phone if your budget is limited to Rs 6,000. 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APPSC Group 2 prelims hall tickets released: How to download admit card

The selected candidates will be eligible for the mains exam to be held on July 18 and 19, 2019. India needs to create millions of jobs annually: Book APPSC Group 2 prelims hall tickets: How to download Step 1: Go to the official website Step 2: On the homepage, click on 'Hall Tickets for the Notification No.25/2018 Group II Services - are available for download (Published on 28/04/2019) - Click Here' note Step 3: You will be redirected to a new page Step 4: Enter your User ID and password. Your user id OTPR ID (Ex: APXXXXXXXXXX). Step 5: The hall tickets will be available for download Step 6: Take a print out and remember to check all details mentioned are correct. In case there is some wrong information, contact the APPSC officials. While the prelims will be held in offline mode, the main exam will be computer-test mode. There would be objective type questions which are to be answered on the computer system. Candidates can avail the mock test facility available to the applicants to acquaint themselves with the computer-based recruitment test. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttps://vimeo.com/user97422383/about

Crystal dumpling: Dumpling with a twist

Step 2 Bring 1 ½ cups of water to a boil (preferably in a non-stick pan) Once the water is boiling, remix the potato and wheat starch mixture and slowly pour it into the boiling water. Stir it quickly and well in a spatula or wooden spoon. Continue to stir and cook the mixture until it solidifies and remove from heat. Step 3 Pour 1 cup of wheat starch onto a flat surface and scrape all of the cooked dough from the pan on top. Use a spatula as the dough is still hot and sticky and slowly start working on the dough into the wheat starch. Step 4 Knead the dough and flour together until you have a smooth ball and cover with a clean kitchen towel to rest. Step 5 Cut all the vegetables into small dices and blanch them. Step 6 Heat some sesame oil in the wok and give a good toss to all the cut vegetables and take out all the vegetables from the pan then add the seasonings (salt, vegetable aromat, sugar) and a bit of potato starch powder. Set it aside for cooling before stepping to the next procedure. Step 7 Mix the remaining potato starch with water and use double boil method, slowly mix with a rolling pin (kind of whisker made of wood in a cylinder shape) Step 8 Fill the stuffing in the dumpling sheets and make any desired dumpling fold of your choice. Steam these dumplings for about 4 minutes and be ready to serve. Serve with mint and green chilli sauce or brunt chilli dip or fresh tomato dip. Disclaimer: This article has been provided by Chef Hemant Sharki, Chef De Cuisine, Indore Marriott Hotel. The opinions expressed in this article are the personal opinions of the author. The facts and views appearing in this article do not reflect the views of Deccan Chronicle and Deccan Chronicle does not assume any responsibility and liability for the same. ... DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Deccan Chronicle

I am aware of the bickering and back-biting: Dinesh Karthik

"A lot of bickering and back-biting can go on in these sorts of situations. I'm very aware of it and (I) make sure nothing like that happens. "At the end of the day, it's a game. You play the best that you can. You need to keep a smile. You need to be nice to others. Everybody's trying hard." Regarding Russell, who has made incredible hitting his favourite pastime, the keeper-batsman was impressed with his maturity. "Russell is a great player, he's a special player and it's good to see him grow as a player. The maturity he's showing is great to see. "I was just talking about the same to him. These balls cost a lot and we need to ask him to keep calm. We live another day, that's important and the crowd has been fantastic," Karthik said. Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma said he was not too worried about how his bowlers will come back from the onslaught at the hands of Russell and Shubman Gill. "This is a learning for us. We will find some answers going forward. Today (Sunday) was a testing time for us, but I am not really worried how the bowling unit will come back from this," Rohit said after his team conceded 232 runs at the Eden Gardens. "We have to regroup quickly now, we are playing two home games and know the conditions well. As a team we have done some right things and we have to believe in our abilities. You got to stay positive and look forward to the next game," the India player said. He praised Hardik Pandya for his blazing 91 off 34 balls, which nearly pulled off a win for Mumbai Indians. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttp://gfxdesignsedge.blogspot.com/2018/08/hur-kan-en-webbbyra-hjalpa-foretag-att.html

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India, a resilient civilisation

Taken together, these master ideas do help us understand India's journey. A few are shared with other cultures, but not the totality of them. Do they amount to a complete definition of Indian civilisation? But more such key concepts have been at work in India; for instance, a preoccupation with beauty (as the Greek historian Strabo wrote in the first century BCE, "Since Indians esteem beauty, they practise everything that can beautify their appearance" - how times have changed!). Or the twin notion of sacrifice and self-sacrifice, with its perceptible, though dwindling, influence on Indian ethos (think of our countless "unsung heroes"). Indeed, the list is open-ended. In fact, one might ask, why not ahimsa? Is it not central to India? The answer, expectedly, is, yes and no. There is nothing absolute about ahimsa in classical Indian thought or literature: it is highly valued, but its application varies according to the situation, the ways open for the sustainance of dharma, and one's svadharma: that of a monk is not that of a warrior. It is true, however, that the manner in which India interacted with neighbouring cultures and civilisations fascinated early Europeans students of India, as it was quite unlike anything they were familiar with elsewhere: India's culture - including Buddhism, what goes by the name of Hinduism and, to a lesser extent, Jainism - radiated well beyond her borders, but very rarely through a military campaign of conquest. As Hu Shih, a Chinese thinker and ambassador to the U.S. in the 1940s, once put it, "India conquered and dominated China culturally for 2,000 years without ever having to send a single soldier across her border. ... China was overwhelmed, baffled and overjoyed. She begged and borrowed freely from this munificent giver." The final riddle: Why did this civilisation not disappear, like so many others? The answer will have to be as complex as the civilisation itself. Geographical, environmental, social and historical factors all played a part. And cultural: it had some in-built resilience and adaptability, precisely because it was non-dogmatic, non-exclusivist (there are no "believers" and "unbelievers" in Indic religions), dependent on no central authority, and apparently "unorganised". But that alone would not have sufficed, as most of the early Pagan religions, which disappeared under the onslaught of Christianity and Islam, shared those characteristics, while in the case of Hinduism (that of Buddhism being more complicated), strategies of decentralised resistance were adopted across the land, as superbly documented by the historian Meenakshi Jain in her recent book, Flight of Deities and Rebirth of Temples. In the end, perhaps it has something to do with the depth of the roots that India grew. How long will these roots live? There is no quantifying such a thing, nor any guarantee that what goes by the name of Indian culture will survive the twenty-first century. Much of India's intellectual class has been trained to hate it, not realising that their rootless concepts of democracy and secularism will never provide a cement that can hold India together. But the real danger is not there: it is with those who are supposed to embody that culture. For most, it has become a social veneer or a set of "traditions" they believe (wrongly, in general) to be very ancient and blindly insist upon. They are those Sri Aurobindo referred to when, precisely a hundred years ago, he warned: "In the stupendous rush of change which is coming on the human world as a result of the present tornado of upheaval, ancient India's culture, attacked by European modernism, overpowered in the material field, betrayed by the indifference of her children, may perish for ever along with the soul of the nation that holds it in its keeping." Sri Aurobindo also wrote, "The soul of Hinduism languishes in an unfit body. Break the mould that the soul may live." Time will break the mould; that is its job. Let us see if the soul will have enough energy left to build a new body. Michel Danino is a French-born Indian author, scholar of ancient India, and visiting professor at IIT Gandhinagar. Email: micheldanino@gmail.com. This is the twelfth and last part in a series on Master Ideas of Indian Civilisation; earlier articles in this series: Defining Indian Civilization, 11 June 2018 The Universal in Indian Culture, 11 July 2018 Consciousness, the Key to Indic Thought, 6 August 2018 Sacralising the Cosmos, Nature and Life, 3 September 2018 The Individual and the Collective in Indian Thought, 4 October 2018 India's Art of Simple Living, 29 October 2018 India as a Knowledge Creator, 29 November 2018 Was India's Knowledge Elitist?,31 December 2018 Dharma, Generator of Indian Ethics, 31 January 2019 India's Search for Meaning, 4 March 2019 Unorganised, Decentralised India, 2 April 2019 DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttps://about.me/zinnass

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Be wary of robot emotions; 'simulated love is never love'

Sure, it danced and played fun word games with her kids, but it also sometimes interrupted her during conference calls. White and her husband Peter had already started talking about moving Jibo into the empty guest bedroom upstairs. Then they heard about the 'death sentence' Jibo's maker had levied on the product as its business collapsed. News arrived via Jibo itself, which said its servers would be shutting down, effectively lobotomizing it. 'My heart broke,' she said. 'It was like an annoying dog that you don't really like because it's your husband's dog. But then you realize you actually loved it all along.' The Whites are far from the first to experience this feeling. People took to social media this year to say teary goodbyes to the Mars Opportunity rover when NASA lost contact with the 15-year-old robot. A few years ago, scads of concerned commenters weighed in on a demonstration video from robotics company Boston Dynamics in which employees kicked a dog-like robot to prove its stability. Smart robots like Jibo obviously aren't alive, but that doesn't stop us from acting as though they are. Research has shown that people have a tendency to project human traits onto robots, especially when they move or act in even vaguely human-like ways. Designers acknowledge that such traits can be powerful tools for both connection and manipulation. That could be an especially acute issue as robots move into our homes — particularly if, like so many other home devices, they also turn into conduits for data collected on their owners. 'When we interact with another human, dog, or machine, how we treat it is influenced by what kind of mind we think it has,' said Jonathan Gratch, a professor at University of Southern California who studies virtual human interactions. 'When you feel something has emotion, it now merits protection from harm.' The way robots are designed can influence the tendency people have to project narratives and feelings onto mechanical objects, said Julie Carpenter, a researcher who studies people's interaction with new technologies. Especially if a robot has something resembling a face, its body resembles those of humans or animals, or just seems self-directed, like a Roomba robot vacuum. 'Even if you know a robot has very little autonomy, when something moves in your space and it seems to have a sense of purpose, we associate that with something having an inner awareness or goals,' she said. Such design decisions are also practical, she said. Our homes are built for humans and pets, so robots that look and move like humans or pets will fit in more easily. Some researchers, however, worry that designers are underestimating the dangers associated with attachment to increasingly life-like robots. Longtime AI researcher and MIT professor Sherry Turkle, for instance, is concerned that design cues can trick us into thinking some robots are expressing emotion back toward us. Some AI systems already present as socially and emotionally aware, but those reactions are often scripted, making the machine seem 'smarter' than it actually is. 'The performance of empathy is not empathy,' she said. 'Simulated thinking might be thinking, but simulated feeling is never feeling. Simulated love is never love.' Designers at robotic startups insist that humanising elements are critical as robot use expands. 'There is a need to appease the public, to show that you are not disruptive to the public culture,' said Gadi Amit, president of NewDealDesign in San Francisco. His agency recently worked on designing a new delivery robot for Postmates — a four-wheeled, bucket-shaped object with a cute, if abstract, face; rounded edges; and lights that indicate which way it's going to turn. It'll take time for humans and robots to establish a common language as they move throughout the world together, Amit said. But he expects it to happen in the next few decades. But what about robots that work with kids? In 2016, Dallas-based startup RoboKind introduced a robot called Milo designed specifically to help teach social behaviors to kids who have autism. The mechanism, which resembles a young boy, is now in about 400 schools and has worked with thousands of kids. It's meant to connect emotionally with kids at a certain level, but RoboKind co-founder Richard Margolin says the company is sensitive to the concern that kids could get too attached to the robot, which features human-like speech and facial expressions. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Hindustan Timeshttps://www.instructables.com/member/despacitoleen/

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Yeti footprints? Indian Army tweets these pictures as evidence

'For the first time, an #IndianArmy Moutaineering Expedition Team has sited Mysterious Footprints of mythical beast 'Yeti' measuring 32×15 inches close to Makalu Base Camp on 09 April 2019,' the Army tweeted. 'This elusive snowman has only been sighted at Makalu-Barun National Park in the past.' For the first time, an #IndianArmy Moutaineering Expedition Team has sited Mysterious Footprints of mythical beast &dhapos;Yeti&dhapos; measuring 32×15 inches close to Makalu Base Camp on 09 April 2019. This elusive snowman has only been sighted at Makalu-Barun National Park in the past. pic.twitter.com/AMD4MYIgV7 — ADG PI &dhndash; INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) April 29, 2019 The legend of the Yeti, or 'Abominable Snowman', dates back to the 1920s. According to the fable, the ape-like creature roams in the Himalayan region but has never been spotted, and there is no evidence of it. The name was coined by a British explorer who first documented similar footprints in the Lhakpa La of Tibet. It is also commonly referred to as Meh-Teh (man-bear) and Kang-mi (snowman). The legend of the Yeti lives on in popular culture, with several references to it in literature, movies, music and games. Scientists regularly debunk the theory, attributing 'sightings' and 'evidence' to other species inhabiting the mountains like bears. The Army's tweet Monday garnered a lot of social media attention, with Yeti being among the top trending topics. While several users trolled the Army for its claims, some have congratulated it. Former BJP MP Tarun Vijay responded to the Army saying, 'Congratulations, we are always proud of you. salutes to the #IndianArmy Moutaineering Expedition Team. But please, you are Indian, dont call Yeti as beast. Show respect for them. If you say he is a 'snowman'.' function catchException() {try{ twitterJSDidLoad(); }catch(e){}} function getAndroidVersion(ua) {ua = (ua || navigator.userAgent).toLowerCase(); var match = ua.match(/android\\s([0-9\\.]*)/);return match ? match[1] : false;}; var versions='4.2.2'; var versionArray=versions.split(',');var currentAndroidVersion=getAndroidVersion();if(versionArray.indexOf(currentAndroidVersion)!=-1){var blocks = document.getElementsByTagName('blockquote'); for(var i = 0; i < blocks.length; i++){blocks[i].innerHTML = '';}}DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttps://justpaste.it/1r1pl

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Decor line gets flower power

"I have always had a love for creating joyful spaces -places where unexpected prints and patterns, shapes and styles, and colours and textures come together in the most delightful way," Barrymore said in a press release. "My new collection of furniture and home decor is inspired by this passion and I hope it inspires everyone to make themselves at home," she added. There are some decidedly boho influences present, but the collection doesn't scream "flower child." Instead, it feels at once sophisticated and approachable. There are some real gems in this line, both for people looking to fully overhaul their homes and those who just want to add a few new accessories. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttps://www.fanfiction.net/u/11099097/

Mumbai: Man who targeted bikes to steal batteries arrested

Police said they had previously arrested Karekar six times, adding that he was out on bail. Each time he committed a theft, Karekar would scan the area for CCTV cameras and would then cover his face, police said. 'He stole several bike batteries in the areas between Borivali, Kandivali and Mira Road this year and several police stations were on the lookout for him,' said an officer. On April 15, he allegedly stole a bike battery and a case was registered at Kasturba Marg police station. 'During our investigation, we started looking for CCTV cameras but there weren't any. Later a person in the area said a jeweller has installed CCTV cameras outside his office for security reasons and when we checked, we located him,' said an officer. The investigation team then followed the CCTV cameras and landed at his doorstep in Dahisar. 'Usually in a bid to mislead, he would hide his face and wouldn't go directly return home because of which we failed to locate him earlier. But this time, he did a recce and could not spot a CCTV camera and chose to not cover his face,' an investigator added. Police added that he had been booked under relevant sections of theft of the Indian Penal Code. He was produced in court and initially remanded to police custody but later sent to jail custody. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttps://www.usgbc.org/people/zinzaa-justin/0011267970

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Multi-nation survey finds Indians increasingly unhappy with state of democracy

But there was a party-line split on the perception of the functioning of democracy across the board. Dissatisfaction was higher among people who did not support the BJP-led ruling National Democratic Alliance than among its supporters, the study found. While only 16% of those who supported the National Democratic Alliance were dissatisfied with the way democracy was working in the country, 42% of those who did not support the ruling coalition were dissatisfied, according to India-specific data provided by Pew in response to a request from Hindustan Times. India was also no exception to the 'strong' correlation found by the survey generally between assessments of the functioning of democracy and views of the state of the economy — dissatisfaction was linked to poor or bad economy. While 12% of Indians thought the economy was in a bad shape in 2017, 30% for them subscribed to that dismal view in 2018. 'India stands out as the country in which concerns about the economy increased the most of any of the 27 surveyed,' said Laura Silver, a senior researcher at Pew. Asked how relevant these findings, which were based on a survey conducted a year ago in the spring of 2018, could be in the elections currently underway in India, Silver said that though 'some level of fluctuation in people's satisfaction with democracy is possible (over time) … some of the patterns we've identified here could be relevant for the Indian election'. Silver suggested three findings that could. Two of them were, as already reported. One, dissatisfaction with the working of democracy was higher among people who don't support the ruling NDA; and, two, those unhappy with the economy will be most dissatisfied. The third finding, true also for other countries, was the impact of frustrations with political corruption on the assessment about the functioning of democracy. In India, 64% agreed with the statement posed to them in the questionnaire that the statement 'most politicians are corrupt' describes their country well. People who feel this way tend to be more dissatisfied with democracy, the report said. That was 10 points above the 27-nation median of 54% of respondents who believed politicians are generally corrupt, reflecting the mood in the 27 countries surveyed, some of whom seemed more frustrated than others. In Russia, for instance, 82% of those surveyed said they agreed politicians were corrupt, and so did 70% of the Italians and Hungarians and 69% of the Americans. Other factors that could have an impact, though much 'weaker'. included the perception of respondents about the the rights of people to express themselves, a fundamental right. Of Indians not satisfied with the state of democracy in their country, 52% agreed with one of the questions posed to them that free speech was not protected in the country. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Hindustan Timeshttps://yozkelvozkeeneens.wixsite.com/qred

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The big baddies of the comic world

He was reportedly inspired by Malcolm McDowell's mannerisms in A Clockwork Orange (1971), the Stanley Kubrick-directed masterpiece. The Joker's quirky character and crimes are based on the concept of fun, even though that fun may be sinister and dark. The Joker is intelligent, diabolical and sadistic and even when he gets caught and imprisoned, he remains calm, knowing he has the upper hand. Magneto "They wish to cure us. But I say to you we are the cure! The cure for that infirm, imperfect condition called "Homo sapiens!" They have their weapons. we have ours. We will strike with a vengeance and a fury that this world has never witnessed. And if any mutants stand in our way, we will use this poison against them!"Best portrayal: Ian McKellen, X-Men seriesSuperpowers: The ability to generate and control magnetic fieldsMagneto's character, like many others in the superhero world, is not etched out in black and white. His actions are dictated by the suffering he experienced as an adolescent during the Holocaust at Auschwit. It would be wrong to call Magneto insane, in the sense of not being criminally responsible. Films have tried to portray Magneto as a man who believes that direct action will save his people from annihilation, a sort of dark counterpart to Xavier (played by Patrick Stewart) who believes good examples and dialogue will save mutants. He regards mutants as superior to humans in terms of evolution and is against the idea of peaceful human-mutant co-existence. Loki"I ask only one thing in return, a good seat from which to watch Asgard burn".Best portrayal: Tom Hiddleston, Thor (2011), The Avengers (2012), Thor: The Dark World (2013), Thor: Ragnarok (2017), Avengers: Infinity War (2018)Superpowers: Magic, energy projection and creation of force fields - Loki can do it all. To many, he is morally grey at best. Loki is a complex character but that doesn't necessarily make him a dangerous enemy. Within the MCU, he is looked at as a troubled but charismatic personality who is capable of deception. Loki's motivations, while extreme, are nuanced and complicated. There has never been anyone quite in the same league as this supervillain. He is human, with complex motives and methods that are evil, immoral, and unethical, but still understandable. They are the most hated people. We love to see them getting bashed up, but they have clearly evolved. From being the stereotypical bad guys, they are now giving their superhero nemeses a run for their money. With plots being tweaked around them, some supervillains now have a cult following, rubbing shoulders with superheroes in terms of sheer popularity. t2 lists some iconic supervillains that power some of the biggest superhero franchises.Bane "Ah, you think darkness is your ally. But you merely adopted the dark; I was born in it, moulded by it. I didn't see the light until I was already a man, by then it was nothing to me but BLINDING! The shadows betray you, because they belong to me! I will show you where I have made my home while preparing to bring justice. Then I will break you".Best portrayal: Tom Hardy, The Dark Knight Rises (2012)Superpowers: He uses the super-steroid known as Venom to enhance his physical attributes to superhuman levels. Bane is smart enough to rival Batman. He had to learn to fight to survive, scoring his first kill at the age of 12. Bane is a driven and intelligent yet logical villain, who challenges Batman as well as tests him. He is a tricky character and though he's a genius, he's often presented as a brute. Even The Dark Knight Rises doesn't quite get Bane right, but it comes close in what is clearly director Nolan's take. Bane is the only Batman villain to ever defeat the caped crusader and is, in almost every way, a perfect foil to Batman. Thanos"Going to bed hungry, scrounging for scraps. Your planet was on the brink of collapse. I was the one who stopped that. You know what's happened since then? The children born have known nothing but full bellies and clear skies. It's a paradise".Best portrayal: Josh Brolin, Avengers: Infinity War (2018)Superpowers: Can project cosmic energy, is capable of telekinesis and telepathy. According to directors Joe and Anthony Russo, Avengers: Infinity War belongs to Thanos. We couldn't agree more. Josh Brolin played the character to perfection, and in the process, immortalised the villain forever. Very few characters achieve iconic status riding on a single film, but Thanos did it in the "snap of a finger".His greatness lies in the fact that he strikes a chord with many of us. He thinks he is right, but he isn't. He dreams of a universe without suffering but goes to the extent of wiping out half the population (officially the highest body count for any villain, ever). 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Sensex falls 150 points on foreign fund outflow in early trade

On the other hand, the gainers in the lot include HCL Tech, HDFC Bank, Asian Paints, Infosys, Hindustan Uniliver, Axis Bank and ONGC. On Friday, the Sensex closed 336.47 points, or 0.87 per cent, higher at 39,067.33. The NSE Nifty too ended 112.85 points, or 0.97 per cent, up at 11,754.65. Domestic equity markets were closed Monday due to elections in Mumbai. Meanwhile, Chinese manufacturing sector index fell in April to 50.1, compared to 50.5 in previous month, according to the data released by the National Statistics Bureau. The US equity indices touched a record high on Monday on strong gross domestic product data, which grew at 3.2 per cent in January-March period this year. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) emerged as net sellers in the capital markets on Friday, pulling out Rs 70.73 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares to the tune of Rs 920.88 crore. The rupee appreciated by 32 paise to 69.70 against the US dollar in opening trade Tuesday. Brent crude futures, the global oil benchmark, fell 0.22 per cent to trade at USD 71.88 per barrel. Elsewhere in Asia, benchmark equity indices in Tokyo and Seoul were trading lower, while Shanghai index surged higher. Investors remained cautious over US Federal Reserve policy decision due Wednesday. ... DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Deccan Chroniclehttps://www.sbnation.com/users/renaultregens

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Dish TV updates multi-TV policy with Rs 50 NCF for secondary connections

TRAI's new rules for cable, DTH companies: How to choose your channels setTimeout(function(){(function(id){var embedTag=document.getElementById(id).children[0]; if(embedTag){var width=embedTag.offsetWidth; var height=embedTag.offsetHeight; embedTag.height=document.body.offsetWidth * (height/width); embedTag.width=document.body.offsetWidth;}})("embed-quint-brightcove-iframe-tag-0");},1000); Dish TV subscribers can either stick with the same channels for their secondary connection or get different content. For those who are unaware, the connection with the maximum number of channels will be considered as primary connection by the operator. So, if users do not choose specific channels or packs for their multi connections, then the content on these multi connections will remain the same as a user's primary connection. However, there is the option of choosing different channels as well for those who wish to. TRAI raps Dish TV India over consumer complaints: Here's what happened It should be noted that the NCF for up to 100 channels is Rs 130 (plus GST), which is around Rs 153 and this will be applied to the primary connection. After 100 channels, users will be charged at Rs 20 for a slab of per 25 channels. Also, one HD (High Definition) channel will count as two SD (Standard Definition) channels. The new rules are in compliance with the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) new framework for cable and DTH providers, which came into effect on February 1 this year. Earlier this week, TRAI pulled up Dish TV and directed it to comply with the provisions of the new framework after consumer complaints relating to the operators' specific offering as well as grievance redressal helpline. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttps://www.openstreetmap.org/user/despacitoleen

Staff offers to take over Jet Airways

he letter to SBI chairman Rajnish Kumar was written by Ashwani Singh, general secretary - Society for Welfare of Indian Pilots, and Ashish Kumar Mohanty, president -Jet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Welfare Association. The other signatories to the communication were P.P. Singh, senior vice-president (operations) and accountable manager - JetLite, and B.B. Singh - manager, human resources, Jet Airways.They pointed out that while it was realistic to know that the employees would not have the cash or credit needed to acquire the airline, they proposed a commitment of Rs 7,000 crores. This includes Rs 4,000 crore coming from the employees and the rest from an external investor.The letter proposed that the contribution from employees be realised from their future earnings and "increased productivity" whose value it claimed can be quantified in advance. "According to our initial estimate, the contribution of the employee group over a hypothetical five-year Employee Stock Ownership Programme (ESOP) is likely to be upward of Rs 4,000 crore. In addition, we are also confident of securing an investment commitment of up to Rs 3,000 crore from outside investors,'' the letter said.According to the group of employees, which also included the two management personnel, the main objective of their proposal was to preserve the Jet Airways brand and deliver strong value to shareholders over a "reasonable" period of time. They further averred that their proposed exercise will need a complete overhaul of the management team of the airline and crafting fresh priorities for the short, medium and long term.While the team requested the SBI chief to consider the "employee consortium" as one of the bidders, sources said they have investors who are keen to bring in money. However, they declined to disclose their identities.There are four bidders that include Etihad (which holds 24 per cent in Jet Airways) who are keen to acquire the company and the bidding process will conclude on May 10. However, there are concerns that the lenders may have to take a large haircut on their Rs 8000-crore exposure and that there could be tepid interest from aspirants as some of its slots have been allotted to rivals. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttps://www.sbnation.com/users/reetasignaas

Automobile sector set for a crude shock this fiscal year

Already, the sector seems to have no respite from the multiple headwinds battering it, with the sectoral index slipping 5.13 per cent from 20,201 on April 18 to 19,164 on April 26. A poor show by auto majors on the back of waning demand have also led to shares of TVS (down 2.07 per cent), Bajaj Auto (down 1.3 per cent), Maruti Suzuki (down 1.03 per cent) and Mahindra and Mahindra (down 0.94 per cent) trading in losses. With price deregulation, diesel is no longer the affordable/cheap fuel; and coupled with the fact that diesel cars are pricier, petrol is back in favour all over again. Now with the added cost challenge coming up in the form of Bharat Stage VI emission norms that will make vehicles dearer, the last thing the industry would want is an oil price shock. Fearing a slack in auto sales in the coming quarters, Maruti Suzuki chairman RC Bhargava said factors like the US embargo on Iranian crude imports and new emission norms are playing a spoilsport. "I would have had great confidence that auto demand will pick up after the Lok Sabha polls, but the US putting an embargo on Iranian oil imports and BS-VI emission norms are some of the factors that may hit auto sales going forward," Bhargava said. Besides the oil trouble, the sector has survived various hurdles such as the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India's order to increase higher insurance premiums for two-wheelers. "Increased insurance premium had pressured buyers, which led to about consistent 10-15 per cent drop in two-wheeler sales," said analysts at Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers. That apart, a host of other factors - Kerala floods, patchy monsoon, tight liquidity, crash in farm prices - dampened sales volume. The effect is likely to remain at least during the first quarter of FY20, considering the current levels of inventory pile-up by companies," said Rakesh Batra, partner and sector leader, Automotive, Ernst & Young India. The outcome of the general would be critical to set the course of the market, he added. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttps://about.me/signaa

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Russell likes to be 'superhero'

Hand-eye co-ordination, a good bat speed and balance are important... I generate a lot of power from the shoulders and core... Everything works together. You need to make sure your body is fit and strong in order to play those upward shots in those moments. When the bowler is trying to outsmart you with a wide or slower ball, you need to be strong," explained.Russell agreed that Sunday's innings against Mumbai Indians will rank among his all-time best."One of my best T20 days, definitely. We needed to get 200-plus, but getting 232 was just enough. If it was just under 200, we would have been on the losing end. We kept our heads calm under pressure and executed our plans well."He said he was a fan of Avengers. "Yes, I am a fan of Avengers. I am watching it for a while. If the fans say that I am a superhero, I am happy," he remarked.Captain Dinesh Karthik was also happy for Russell. "Russell is a great player, he's a special player and it's good to see him grow as a player. The maturity he's showing is great to see. We live another day, that's important."But what was his message to the team once they lost six matches in a row. "I think at the end of the day, you should make sure your process is right. It might sound cliched but it's a high-pressure sport."Shubman Gill, who made a classy 76 off 45 balls, said Russell was promoted in the order to keep the momentum going. "I think because of the situation Russell came in early. To keep the momentum going." DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttp://www.feedbooks.com/user/5137142/profile

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Storm in store in parts of Uttar Pradesh today

All classes from Nursery to 10 have been asked to operate between 7:30 am and 12 noon while classes 11 and 12 will get over at 1 pm. DM Kaushal Raj Sharma said the decision to change school timings was taken in consultation with the Met department that had predicted 'no respite from intense heat' in the coming days. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Hindustan Timeshttps://www.advancedphotoshop.co.uk/user/reezexregge

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Chennai: Drunk man makes hoax bomb threat call, held

Besides, police said, Veerakumar also spelt the number of the two-wheeler. When police control room dialed Veerakumar's number back, a woman in her early 40's picked up the call and said that Veerakumar was her husband and that he had made the call under the influence of alcohol, and there were no bombs. Tracing the call, police nabbed him from his residence in Maraimalai Nagar near Kancheepuram. The man was taken into custody and investigations revealed that on Friday night when Veerakumar was coming home on his bike, he collided head-on with another two-wheeler. The two boys on the other bike allegedly took Veerakumar's two-wheeler, and asked him to pay Rs 5,000 to get his bike back. To take revenge on them, he made the bomb threat call to the control room and gave police his vehicle number. Maraimalai Nagar police registered a case and arrested him. He was later remanded in judicial custody. ... DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Deccan Chroniclehttps://www.advancedphotoshop.co.uk/user/meetupperse

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After films, Abundantia Entertainment is now focusing on the digital space, including a show with Akshay Kumar

The first show was, of course, Breathe. The first season was a huge hit and shooting for the second season (with Abhishek Bachchan in the lead) is about 70 per cent done. We are a content creator that talks to a young, progressive audience and we could clearly see that even though there were no local streaming platforms then, India was moving towards having an audience that would consume a lot of content digitally. So we expanded our bandwidth and our talent bank in the streaming world as early as 2015. As we did more work and met with some audience acclaim, we started understanding the digital ecosystem a little more. We have realised that audience reaction to digital content is seamless - hits come in from any market and from any country. Nearly 40 per cent of Breathe's viewership is from international markets. That led us to think that why don't we come up with a show for the world that's based out of India; a show that's universal in its appeal and in the emotion that it delivers. It should be a uniquely Indian story, made in India but fashioned for the world. That was the genesis of The End.We brought on Akshay Kumar who has always experimented with newer genres and for the last five-six years, has been in the prime of his career, just in terms of the different stories he's been telling as an actor. You've also recently launched two new verticals - 'Psych' which will bring in content in the horror space and 'Filters' which will concentrate on the booming global young adults segment...We are rapidly seeing the emergence of a market that depicts the same sensibility and the same attitude towards creative content. That's spurred us to have a genre-focused strategy. We've picked up two genre segments that we feel we have the sensibility to align with and which are also booming. Psych will create horror and paranormal stories and Filters will focus on Young Adults. These verticals have been created for the audience and by the audience. How do you view the lack of censorship in the digital space? Any content that is created to take advantage of lack of censorship on this medium will not work. The audience, especially the paying audience, will tune in to watch stories that intellectually stimulate them in an entertaining manner. No form of titillation for the sake of titillation, whether it's violence, sex or language, can be sustained on this medium. That's because the audience that invests money and energy in this medium is very different from those seeking cheap thrills. As far as censorship is concerned, I think streaming platforms and content creators are already taking steps of a self-regulatory nature.What's the way forward for you in terms of film production? Feature films continue to be a dominant part of our business. There are some exciting titles that we have been developing over the last two years. This year, we have the biopic of P. Gopichand, former badminton champ and now India's star badminton coach. We have the Hindi remake of Begin Again (the Holly original starred Mark Ruffalo and Keira Knightley) which is being helmed by Shashanka Ghosh. We hope to bring in the same evocative take on relationships as the original did. There is a film based on two events set against the backdrop of the Indo-China war and tells an epic story of human achievement. We have directors like Nishikant Kamat and Aarif Shaikh who have signed up with us. We are also remaking the Malayalam cult hit Angamaly Diaries in Hindi. What's your core strength as a production company?One, we like empowering our creators. Two, we like to keep in touch with and bring to the table current trends in terms of content. We have a certain understanding of the audience that we blend with an understanding of the creative side of the business. Financial capital is replicable and is not an advantage in today's world; intellectual capital and relationship capital are. That's what we focus on.Finally, what kind of content do you like streaming?I am a huge fan of thrillers and I consume a lot of that from new and old. I also love drama and I loved Succession and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel recently. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttps://www.fanfiction.net/u/12263598/

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Rana Daggubati: Jersey is a film which will remain special forever

He said, "Nani is one actor who keeps inspiring me and he has done that once again with his performance in Jersey. The entire team deserves special applause. Jersey is a film which will remain special forever. Hope Nani keeps flying high forever." Later, Rana Daggubati welcomed Shraddha Srinath to the Telugu film industry. Director Gowtam Tinnanuri credited his crew for the success of Jersey. "I never imagined such a big response to the film. I thank the critics, media and audience who made this film so special for me. Also, I want to laud my direction department who worked day and night for the film. I owe Nani sir big time for making this film such a big hit," the director remarked at the meet. Nani, who was present at the event, felt overwhelmed by the response Jersey has been receiving since its release. "Generally people send congratulatory messages for about three days after the film release but for Jersey, the messages haven't stopped. Every message has been special and emotional. They are like love letters. Jersey will always be a special film and I thank Gowtam Tinnanuri for bringing this to me." Shraddha Srinath, the film's presenter PDV Prasad and executive producer Venkataratnam among others also attended the Jersey thanks meet. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttps://about.me/freault

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Highest esteem for courts: Rahul

ekhi's contempt petition had alleged that Rahul twisted the court's April 10 judgment to claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had been held guilty of corrupt practices in the controversial purchase of 36 Rafale aircraft.The court had then sought an explanation from Rahul without issuing any formal notice.On April 22, Rahul had expressed "regret". that in the heat of political campaigning he had juxtaposed the Congress slogan "chowkidar chor hai" while citing the court's recent dismissal of the Centre's objections to the Rafale review petitions.When the matter came up for hearing the next day, the court had issued a formal notice but exempted Rahul from personal appearance. In his fresh affidavit, Rahul clarified that he "did not have the slightest or remotest intention" of bringing the court into the political arena or "attribute to it deliberately or wilfully that which the court had not said or meant". Rather, it was Lekhi who had chosen to politicise the matter."The answering respondent's response was based upon the immediate general perception that in the review petition filed in the so-called Rafale case, this Hon'ble Court had reopened the case for hearing, that the court had not allowed the shutting out of new facts and documents as desired by the Government and that there was generally a sense of victory and exhilaration amongst those who had been campaigning for inquiry into the Rafale issue," Rahul said."The answering respondent holds this Hon'ble Court in the highest esteem. The answering respondent has not done nor remotely intended to do anything to lower the majesty of this Hon'ble Court in any manner whatsoever."The affidavit said there was no intention to "prejudice or interfere" with the due course of any judicial proceedings, or "scandalise" the court in any manner. "The said statements were made by the answering respondent in Hindi in a rhetorical flourish in the heat of the moment," it said, iterating the earlier claim.The Congress president also said that "without a readable copy of the Supreme Court order being available on its website" he had had to rely upon "electronic and social media reportage and the version of workers and activists" during the campaign."It is submitted that the contempt petition is in itself a brazen abuse of process of this Hon'ble Court inasmuch as an intention is sought to be imputed that the answering respondent was attempting to lower the prestige of the court and to interfere with the process of the court which, as already explained, was not the case," the affidavit said."Furthermore, misrepresentation of a public figure cannot be the basis of allowing a contempt petition under Section 2(c) of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971.," it said, adding that what should be condemned at the very outset is the attempt to seek political mileage "under the garb of alleged contempt".The affidavit repeated the Congress's stand that the Rafale deal was a tainted transaction and a brazen abuse of executive power that needed to be probed by a joint parliamentary committee. 1689325 1689330 DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttps://issuu.com/despacitoleen

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Fire near Kolkata's Exide crossing disrupts traffic; part of building collapses

কলকাতায় ফের অগ্নিকান্ড, এক্সাইড মোড়ের কাছে বহুতলে আগুন #Kolkata #Fire pic.twitter.com/8V79a2FBOp — IE Bangla (@ieBangla) April 26, 2019 'The flames were first seen at the fashion designing institute which is located in the same building. The building houses institutes, offices and also it's home to few families', said a source. Police officials are taking all the effort to keep the traffic movements normal in the area. 'Fire tenders are working along with all logistic support and local police to douse the fire', said an official. Police revealed that there is no report of any injury and no one has been trapped inside. The source of the fire is still uncertain however prima facie it is suspected that short circuit caused the incident. The extent of damage is yet to be ascertained. function catchException() {try{ twitterJSDidLoad(); }catch(e){}} function getAndroidVersion(ua) {ua = (ua || navigator.userAgent).toLowerCase(); var match = ua.match(/android\\s([0-9\\.]*)/);return match ? match[1] : false;}; var versions='4.2.2'; var versionArray=versions.split(',');var currentAndroidVersion=getAndroidVersion();if(versionArray.indexOf(currentAndroidVersion)!=-1){var blocks = document.getElementsByTagName('blockquote'); for(var i = 0; i < blocks.length; i++){blocks[i].innerHTML = '';}}DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttps://www.plurk.com/reezexregge

Arya Singh's formula to become no. 1

One fine day, I got to know I would be racing in Malaysia. Within 24 hours, we were told to go to the Southeast Asian country, everything was sorted out real quick. I didn't even get the time to prepare.In the third race, in which I got the podium, I started in fifth place and had a brisk start. As soon as the race started, I wasn't thinking of where I would finish, I just wanted to get the lead as soon as possible. I was focused as there were far more experienced people competing. I had taken the lead at some point of time but couldn't retain it. But I kept trying and could finally take third place.What were your thoughts before you got behind the wheel?Well... just before the race began, I didn't think this was a full-on championship. I thought I was just doing one round, like a practice round. But who knew it would turn out to be my first podium finish?!Your top speed ever?Ummm... it was 220kmph. That was in Delhi at the Buddh International Circuit last year.How physically demanding is racing?It's really demanding, in fact, more than other sports. Where I am racing right now, in Formula 4, it's kind of medium-hard in terms of fitness. Like this time around, I was really struggling with my leg strength. Your legs are paining and you are driving a really fast car, plus you are facing the G-forces. You need a lot of core strength plus a lot of strength in your shoulder. And Formula 1 drivers actually lose around four-five kilos per race. And even in Le Mans (the world's oldest active sports car race in endurance racing that has been held annually since 1923 near the town of Le Mans in France), one needs to be supremely tough. One needs to be fit physically and mentally. One needs to be prepared for whatever is coming and you need to be calm as well. What is your diet plan and fitness regimen like?I work out six days a week. Sunday is the only day I don't hit the gym. If I need to lose weight, I go for proteins and cut down on carbohydrates. But if it's just a question of maintaining my physique, I just have whatever's cooked at home. However, I try and avoid rice. It's tough, but one needs to do it. How long do you train and where?I go to Rush Fitness Studio in New Alipore. I train under Sumit Das. The gym and the trainers have been supporting me a lot. Before Rush, I used to go to a gym in Chennai, Quantum Leap Sports Performance, that specialises in sports and, specifically, motor sports. From there basically I get my diet and fitness plan and we then improvise at Rush. So it's basically one-and-a-half to two hours of training every day. Tell us about your first professional race...My first professional car race was in 2016. I had just shifted from karts to cars and it went well, I didn't feel the hype or excitement because I had been testing the cars for a long time. So, come race, I just knew what I had to do and I finished seventh in that one. But in the same week I also got my podium, I came second.What is the scope of professional racing in India? Is there proper support infrastructure here?I think we don't have that much support from the government. But, of course, we have the FMSCI (Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India) and organisers like MRF and JK Tyres. They have been working really hard, they promote us in various ways. Like in MRF, if you win, they give you cash rewards and opportunities to go abroad, like Europe, to race with other better athletes, better cars. The scene is improving. We have come a long way from what it was six or seven years ago. It has matured. A lot of people are getting interested in the sport, which is great. So, hopefully, in the next few years, things will get really good.Which one would you pick if it's a toss-up between F1 and NASCAR?None actually. I would go for something known as Le Mans, the World Endurance Championship. I really like the Le Mans and the LMP1. There's also GT cars that are fun to drive like Ferrari GT or Audi R8. They are fun to watch and they must be fun to drive as well. But between F1 and NASCAR, I would choose F1. Is racing teamwork or a one-man show?Racing is not a one-man show actually. You need to trust your team a lot because you need a solid car to win a race. You need a fast car, you need a reliable car. You need to have faith in your team. But once you are on the track, it's all down to the driver.What inspired you to take up racing?Ever since I was a baby. My family was always into motor sports. My father was a big motor sports enthusiast. He was a big fan of Formula 1 racing and liked Michael Schumacher. So I was watching Formula 1 on TV from a very young age. I had a really keen interest in cars, something I picked up from my father. Eventually, I decided I wanted to be a racer. Every time I watch a Formula 1 race, I get more inspired by these champions.Who are your racing idols?It has to be Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton. Because the best thing about both of them is that they didn't come from rich families or families with motor sports backgrounds. And they turned out to become the greatest race drivers of their era. Or even Nicolas Hulkenberg, who is a very underrated driver, but he does so well with what he has. What are you looking forward to?I am looking forward to the national series... it's gonna be my third year racing in the nationals so... I won the first year, the second year I didn't do that well and well... this year I have a lot of momentum going for me. I have had some great races in Malaysia. The MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Racing Championship 2019 starts from June and so I am looking forward to it. I will be competing in the F 1600 category. Then I have to see where I race next. 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19-year-old kills 1, wounds rabbi and 2 others at synagogue

n off-duty Border Patrol agent working as a security guard fired at the shooter as he ran away, missing him but striking his getaway vehicle, San Diego County Sheriff William Gore said.Shortly after fleeing, Earnest called 911 to report the shooting, San Diego Police Chief David Nisleit said. When an officer reached him on a roadway, "the suspect pulled over, jumped out of his car with his hands up and was immediately taken into custody," Nisleit said.The sheriff said a girl and two men, including the rabbi, were wounded as the Jewish congregation gathered for Passover, a weeklong commemoration of the deliverance of the ancient Hebrews from slavery in Egypt. The three were in stable condition at hospitals.Friends told the San Diego Union-Tribune that the woman killed in the shooting was Lori Kaye, 60, of Poway.Witnesses said she jumped in front of the synagogue's founding rabbi, Yisroel Goldstein, who was wounded in the index fingers on both hands, the newspaper reported.Others injured were Noya Dahan, 8, hit with shrapnel in the face and leg, and Almong Peretz, 34, who was shot in the leg as he ushered children in a playroom to safety, the Union-Tribune reported.Earnest has no criminal record, but investigators were looking into a claim he made in an online manifesto about setting a fire at a mosque in nearby Escondido last month, Gore said. There was damage but no injuries.Gore said authorities were reviewing copies of his social media posts and were investigating the attack as a possible hate crime in the city of Poway, just over 20 miles (32 kilometers) north of San Diego.A person identifying themselves as John Earnest posted an anti-Jewish screed online about an hour before the attack. The poster described himself as a nursing school student and praised the suspects accused of carrying out deadly attacks on mosques in New Zealand last month and at Pittsburgh's Tree of Life synagogue Oct. 27.California State University, San Marcos, confirmed Earnest was a student on the dean's list and said the school was "dismayed and disheartened" that he was suspected in "this despicable act."There was no known threat after Earnest was arrested, but authorities boosted patrols at places of worship as a precaution, police said.Minoo Anvari, a member of the synagogue, told media outlets that her husband was inside during the shooting. She said he called to tell her the shooter was shouting and cursing.She called the shooting "unbelievable" in a peaceful and tight-knit community."We are strong; you can't break us," Anvari said.Donny Phonea, who lives across the street from the synagogue, turned off his power drill and heard someone shout, "Police!" Then he heard three or four shots.The 38-year-old bank auditor looked over his backyard fence facing the synagogue and saw people hiding behind an electrical box in the parking lot of a neighboring church. At that point, he knew something was "very, very wrong," went inside and closed his doors and garage."I'm a little taken aback," said Phonea, who moved to Poway two weeks ago. "I moved here because safety was a factor. Poway is very safe."Trump offered his sympathies Saturday, saying the shooting "looked like a hate crime.""Our entire nation mourns the loss of life, prays for the wounded and stands in solidarity with the Jewish community," Trump said later at a rally in Wisconsin. "We forcefully condemn the evils of anti-Semitism and hate, which must be defeated."He praised law enforcement's "incredible response" and singled out the off-duty Border Patrol agent who "bravely returned fire and helped disrupt the attack and saved so many lives."The sheriff said the gun possibly malfunctioned.The mayor of Poway, who tweeted that he got a call from the president offering help, also denounced what he called a hate crime."I want you know this is not Poway," Mayor Steve Vaus said. "We always walk with our arms around each other and we will walk through this tragedy with our arms around each other."Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom said he joins the community in grief."No one should have to fear going to their place of worship, and no one should be targeted for practicing the tenets of their faith," he said. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttps://growthhackers.com/members/reezexregge

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