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Karnataka Declares Dengue An Epidemic, To Fine House, Shop Owners

Karnataka, which is witnessing its worst dengue outbreak in a decade, has declared the disease an epidemic. As part of the measures, the state government will levy penalties if rules meant for the curtailment of mosquito breeding sites are not followed in houses, commercial establishments and construction sites. The state has seen a surge in dengue cases with the number for this year crossing 24,500, which is nearly 5,000 more than the total number of cases reported for all of 2023. The fatalities have not been very high but sources said the government wanted to act before the number of deaths began to rise. In a statement on Tuesday, the Karnataka government said it has… Read More »Karnataka Declares Dengue An Epidemic, To Fine House, Shop Owners

“Code Names In Series Reflect…”: Netflix On ‘IC 814’ Web Series Row

Netflix India has updated the opening disclaimer on its web series ‘IC-814 Kandahar Hijack” to include the real and code names of the hijackers, the OTT giant’s country content chief, Monika Shergill, said Tuesday. “For the benefit of audiences unfamiliar with the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814, the opening disclaimer has been updated… the code names in the series reflect those used during the actual event,” Ms Shergill said, acknowledging also that Netflix is “committed to showcasing (stories from India) with authentic representation”. A massive row erupted over the Netflix drama this week over the portrayal of the 1999 hijack of an Indian Airlines flight by Pakistan-based terror outfit Harkat-ul-Mujahideen. The government, then… Read More »“Code Names In Series Reflect…”: Netflix On ‘IC 814’ Web Series Row

Kriti Sanon’s “Glutes And Abs” Routine Is Perfect For Your Next Weekday Workout

Kriti Sanon is a regular gym-goer who loves being consistent with her fitness routine. Her unwavering grit and determination are a driving force for many of her fans.  Recently, the actress gave a glimpse into her intense gym sessions. In a video shared on Instagram, Kriti can be seen putting in hard work on her physique. The workout includes a series of glutes and abs exercises. The video starts with Kriti performing weighted squats, which are effective for strengthening leg muscles and burning fat. Next, Kriti Sanon moves on to the leg press exercise, which enhances gluteal and quadriceps strength while improving functional ability. The rest of Kriti’s workout includes single-leg balance weight passes and… Read More »Kriti Sanon’s “Glutes And Abs” Routine Is Perfect For Your Next Weekday Workout

Mehbooba Mufti Rules Out Tie-Up With BJP For Jammu And Kashmir Elections

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday ruled out any tie-up with the BJP in Jammu and Kashmir, while asserting that government formation after the assembly polls would not be possible without the inclusion of her party. Hitting out at the National Conference (NC), she claimed the party wants to contest elections just for the sake of government formation. “They have been doing so since 1947. They do not have any aim other than that. They form alliances just for the sake of government formation, for ministerial berths,” she said addressing workers at the party headquarters here. The PDP chief said her party wants to contest elections for an agenda, but asserted that no government formation… Read More »Mehbooba Mufti Rules Out Tie-Up With BJP For Jammu And Kashmir Elections

Bill Seeking Death Penalty For Rape Convicts Passed In Bengal Assembly

The ‘Aparajita Woman and Child (West Bengal Criminal Laws Amendment) Bill’, which seeks the death penalty for convicts in rape and murder cases or in cases of rape where the victim is left in a vegetative state, was passed through a voice vote in the state Assembly on Tuesday. The BJP’s legislative team in the Assembly, as promised, did not seek any division in the vote for passing the bill. Describing the bill, which seeks amendments in the relevant provision under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, while participating in the debate on the bill, claimed that… Read More »Bill Seeking Death Penalty For Rape Convicts Passed In Bengal Assembly