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Afghanistan mustn’t become terror haven: NSAs’ meet

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Delhi Declaration emphasizes joint fight against terror NEW DELHI (TIP): The Delhi Declaration of Regional National Security Advisers (NSAs) today called for collective cooperation against radicalization, extremism, separatism and drug trafficking in the region. Meeting for the first time in Delhi, NSAs of eight countries issued a joint declaration that also emphasized that Afghanistan’s territory … Afghanistan mustn’t become terror haven: NSAs’ meet

T20 World Cup: Daryl Mitchell stars as New Zealand down England to reach maiden final

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ABU DHABI (TIP): Opener Daryl Mitchell smashed an unbeaten 72 to lead New Zealand into their first-ever Twenty20 World Cup final with a thrilling five-wicket victory over England on Wednesday, November 10. Chasing 166 for victory, New Zealand were in trouble at 13-2 and 107-4 when Jimmy Neesham turned the semi-final on its head with … T20 World Cup: Daryl Mitchell stars as New Zealand down England to reach maiden final

Rohit Sharma named new India T20 cricket captain

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Rohit Sharma has been named the new captain of India’s T20 side, replacing Virat Kohli, the cricket board said after the side were dumped out of the World Cup. The Board of Cricket Control of India (BCCI) on Tuesday tweeted that the 34-year-old opening batsman was “named the T20I Captain for India” as it announced … Rohit Sharma named new India T20 cricket captain

PSG player Aminata Diallo arrested after attack on teammate

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Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Aminata Diallo has been taken into police custody in connection with an attack on one of her teammates, prosecutors said Wednesday, November 10. The 26-year-old Diallo was arrested on Wednesday morning by Versailles police as part of an investigation into “an attack on the club’s players” last Thursday evening, PSG said in … PSG player Aminata Diallo arrested after attack on teammate

Djokovic wraps up end-of-year world number one spot

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Novak Djokovic has wrapped up the end-of-year number one ranking after winning the Paris Masters tournament. The Serb, who won three of the year’s four Grand Slam tournaments, finishes the year top for the seventh time, overtaking Pete Sampras who achieved the feat six times. Djokovic is more than 3,000 points ahead of US Open … Djokovic wraps up end-of-year world number one spot

Play up with your hair for parties

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Go for two top knots or a French braid instead of tying your hair in a boring bun for a fun party, say experts. French braid –              Begin with using a dry shampoo on your lengths and ends to help create texture. –              Take a centre parting and braid your hair on both sides using … Play up with your hair for parties

Rajasthani Jungli Maas

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Jungli Maas is a delicious spicy mutton recipe from Rajasthan usually cooked in the jungle while on hunting. As Jungli Maas recipe required very few ingredients so it is perfect non vegetarian recipe to cook in outdoors or while hunting birds or animals. Jungli Maas got its flavour with dried red chillies, salt and ghee. … Rajasthani Jungli Maas

Interesting facts about Lord Ganesha

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Lord Ganesha is the Son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Since he is born out of their union, he personifies life, duality, and manifestation in diverse aspects. Ganesha is highly charming and mesmerizing. He is the remover of problems and obstacles. Lord Ganesha is worshiped by both Jainism and Buddhism. The head of Lord … Interesting facts about Lord Ganesha

Indian-origin in UAE hails new civil law for non-Muslims

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Indian -origin in UAE hails new civil law for non-Muslims

ABU DHABI (TIP): The Indian community in the United Arab Emirates on Monday, November 8, hailed the landmark new civil law for non-Muslims in Abu Dhabi, the capital and the second-most populous city of the Gulf nation, which has been introduced by the emirate with an aim to maintain its competitive edge as a regional … Indian-origin in UAE hails new civil law for non-Muslims

Indian-origin kidnapped brothers in South Africa returned to parents after 3 weeks

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Indian Origin boys kidnapped in South Africa

The boys were abducted by seven armed men wearing white overalls in two vehicles that blocked the car they were travelling in on their way to school on October 21 JOHANNESBURG (TIP):The four young sons of a South African Indian-origin businessman have been safely returned to their parents after they were abducted on their way … Indian-origin kidnapped brothers in South Africa returned to parents after 3 weeks

Indian American police officer critically wounded in Georgia after being shot while responding to domestic dispute

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Indian American police officer critically wounded in Georgia after being shot while responding to domestic dispute

ATLANTA (TIP): A 38-year-old Indian American police officer was critically injured after a person fired at him and fled the scene while he was responding to a domestic dispute in the US state of Georgia, according to media reports on Monday, November 8. Investigators in Georgia and NBA (National Basketball Association) Hall of Famer Shaquille … Indian American police officer critically wounded in Georgia after being shot while responding to domestic dispute

Canada is the new hub for Indian entrepreneurs

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Canada is the new hub for Indian entrepreneurs

OTTAWA (TIP): Is America’s loss Canada’s gain? Young Indian entrepreneurs are increasingly finding many advantages and benefits in business immigration to Canada. Canada has now become a hub of booming businesses. Entrepreneurs, investors, as well as people starting a new business venture from all over the world, are these days looking for options in Canada. … Canada is the new hub for Indian entrepreneurs

British-Sikh Army officer Polar Preet sets off for South Pole adventure

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British-Sikh Army officer Polar Preet sets off for South Pole adventure

Nirpal S Shergill LONDON (TIP): A 32-year-old British Sikh Army officer and physiotherapist is on a mission to become the first Indian-origin female to complete a solo, unsupported trek to the South Pole and is flying out to Chile on Sunday to begin her adventure. Captain Harpreet Chandi, known as Polar Preet, will be travelling … British-Sikh Army officer Polar Preet sets off for South Pole adventure

Kalpa: The Land of Gods

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Kalpa, the main village of Kinnaur, in the Sutlej River Valley is a place to remember and cherish. Known for its many beautiful temples and monasteries, this town is also famed for its apple orchards. The majestic Kinnaur-Kailash range peeking from across the Sutlej River makes for a blissful break. An early morning walk through … Kalpa: The Land of Gods

Instagram testing ‘Take a Break’ feature for better time management

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San Francisco (TIP): Instagram has started testing a new feature called ‘Take a Break’ to encourage people to take regular breaks from using the Meta-owned photo-sharing app. According to Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram, the long-awaited ‘Take a Break’ feature will remind users when they have spent a long time on the platform. “It does … Instagram testing ‘Take a Break’ feature for better time management

SpaceX returns 4 astronauts to Earth, ending 200-day flight

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Cape Canaveral (TIP): Four astronauts returned to Earth, riding home with SpaceX to end a 200-day space station mission that began last spring. Their capsule parachuted into the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Pensacola, Florida, in darkness. Recovery boats quickly moved in with spotlights. Their homecoming — coming just eight hours after leaving … SpaceX returns 4 astronauts to Earth, ending 200-day flight

Apple-I computer sold for $500,000 at auction: Report

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A super-rare Apple-I computer, hand-built by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, was sold at an auction and fetched $500,000 (about Rs 3.7 crore), media report says. More than doubling its $200,000 starting bid, the Apple-I Personal Computer was bought by a professor at Chaffey College in 1976. The Apple-I was famously originally sold for $666.66, or … Apple-I computer sold for $500,000 at auction: Report

Twitter’s Blue subscription to allow undo tweets, read ad-free news

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San Francisco (TIP): Micro-blogging site Twitter has announced that its subscription service Twitter Blue is now available in the US and New Zealand for iOS, Android and web users for a monthly price of $2.99 in the US. The company’s subscription service is also adding new features, including an undo button, which lets you recall … Twitter’s Blue subscription to allow undo tweets, read ad-free news

Padma Awards 2020: Kangana, Karan Johar among awardees, Swaraj, Jaitley honoured posthumously

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President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday, Nov 8,  bequeathed the prestigious Padma awards on recipients qualifying from all walks of life, including actor Kangana Ranaut, singer Adnan Sami and head scientists at ICMR Dr Raman Gangakhedkar among other notable personalities. India’s highest civilian award, Padma Awards, are given in various disciplines and walks of life, … Padma Awards 2020: Kangana, Karan Johar among awardees, Swaraj, Jaitley honoured posthumously

Indian-American Narinder Singh Kapany who laid groundwork for high-speed Internet gets Padma Vibhushan

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In recognition of his contribution in the field of ‘fibre optics’, the Government of India bestowed Padma Vibhushan, the second highest civilian award, upon Indian-American Narinder Singh Kapany posthumously on Tuesday, Nov 9. Known as the ‘Father of Fibre Optics’, Kapany coined the term fibre optics, Rashtrapati Bhavan said in an official release, adding he … Indian-American Narinder Singh Kapany who laid groundwork for high-speed Internet gets Padma Vibhushan

India in history this Week- November 12 to November 18, 2021

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12 NOVEMBER 1936       The temples of Kerala are open to all Hindus. 1946       Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, founder of Banaras Hindu University and honored with Bharat Ratna, died in Uttar Pradesh. 1927       Mahatma Gandhi made his first and last visit to Ceylon. 2009       To promote tourism in India, the ‘Incredible India’ campaign of the Central … India in history this Week- November 12 to November 18, 2021

Ye West says Kim Kardashian is still his wife and there’s been ‘no paperwork’

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Kanye West, now known as Ye, says that Kim Kardashian is still his wife, and there has been no ‘paperwork’. Ye recently appeared in an interview on Revolt TV’s ‘Drink Champs’ where he talked about music, money, fashion and family. He touched upon his fraying relationship with Kim, and that seemed to cause the most … Ye West says Kim Kardashian is still his wife and there’s been ‘no paperwork’

Salma Hayek cried after putting on her Eternals costume

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Movie star and Eternals actor Salma Hayek got extremely emotional when she saw herself for the first time in the superhero costume, the actor said in a recent interview with Despierta America. Salma plays the Eternals leader Ajak in the Marvel Cinematic Universe feature. “When I put it on, I burst into tears. Not like … Salma Hayek cried after putting on her Eternals costume

‘Star Wars: Rogue Squadron’ delayed

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Filmmaker Patty Jenkins’ ‘Star Wars’ movie ‘Rogue Squadron’ has been delayed after initially planning to start the production in 2022. According to the reporter, the film was set to begin pre-production by the end of this year but has been taken off the production slate for next year due to scheduling conflicts with Jenkins. The … ‘Star Wars: Rogue Squadron’ delayed

First poster of Spider-Man: No Way Home drops clues about so many villains

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Actor Tom Holland and Zendaya-starrer, Spider-Man: No Way Home’s first official poster is finally released on social media. Sharing the first look on Instagram, Spiderman’s official handle wrote, “The Multiverse unleashed. #SpiderManNoWayHome is exclusively in movie theaters December 17! @spidermanmovie.” The first look also features Doctor Octopus’ tentacles, Electro’s lightning bolt, a tiny Green Goblin … First poster of Spider-Man: No Way Home drops clues about so many villains

Nawab Malik’s allegations against Fadnavis, and the fake notes case he referred to

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Mumbai (TIP): Maharashtra minister and NCP leader Nawab Malik on Wednesday, Nov 10, claimed that former chief minister Devendra Fadnavis had protected a fake currency racket busted in October 2017 following demonetisation of currency notes in 2016 with help from NCB zonal director, Sameer Wankhede, who was then with Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). What … Nawab Malik’s allegations against Fadnavis, and the fake notes case he referred to

Working on nasal vaccine as booster: Bharat Biotech

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Bharat Biotech chief and the developer of India’s first indigenously made Covid 19 vaccine, Covaxin, Krishna Ella on Wednesday said six months after the second dose was the best time for a booster adding that the company was working to see if their under development nasal vaccine could serve as a booster as it would … Working on nasal vaccine as booster: Bharat Biotech

Govt decides to resume MPLAD fund scheme

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The Union Government on Wednesday announced it had decided to restore the Member of Parliament Local Area Development (MPLAD) Scheme for the remaining part of the financial year 2021-22 and would continue it till 2025-26. Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Minister Anurag Thakur said this was being done in view of the “green shoots” in the … Govt decides to resume MPLAD fund scheme

Active Covid cases in country lowest in 9 months

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New Delhi (TIP): India added 13,091 new coronavirus infections in a span of 24 hours taking the country’s total tally of Covid cases to 3,44,01,670, while the active cases declined to 1,38,556, the lowest in 266 days, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Thursday, November 11. The death toll climbed to 4,62,189 … Active Covid cases in country lowest in 9 months

‘But we’re tax-paying citizens’: Anger, desperation in flooded Chennai

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Chennai (TIP): It’s a mess inside Godwin Ebenezer’s house, as he returns to check three days after Sunday’s (Nov 7) 21 cm of rain flooded his home at Chennai’s Periyar Nagar in Chief Minister MK Stalin’s Kolathur constituency. As he opened the door, the damage unfolds with a stink and the sight of ruined furnishing … ‘But we’re tax-paying citizens’: Anger, desperation in flooded Chennai