Gali Nagaraja

Promote tolerance, repulse extremism: Zardari

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Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf have called on the people to reject “extremist trends” and “negative propaganda of misguided elements” and promote the Islamic teaching of tolerance.

Zardari, in his message to the nation on Eid-ul-Fitr, said a society developed on such lines would be helpful in resolving the issues of extremism and violence, the Associated Press of Pakistan reported Monday.

People need to shun hatred, animosity, greed and malice, and instead promote love and affinity, tolerance, generosity and endurance, Zardari said.

U-19 World Cup: India beat Pakistan in a thriller

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Indian colts defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by one wicket to enter the semifinals of the Under-19 Cricket World Cup here Monday.

India, chasing a paltry 136, ended at 137 for nine in 48 overs.

Baba Aparajith scored a fighting fifty while southpaw Vijay Zol contributed 36 to the total.

Opener – and skipper – Babar Azam was the top-scorer in the Pakistan innings, striking a gritty 50.

—-IANS

Nikhil Tonk wants Shekhar-Adhyayan for Bhanwari Devi movie

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Filmmaker Nikhil Tonk is keen to cast father-son duo – Shekhar Suman and Adhyayan Suman – for his upcoming film, based on Bhanwari Devi murder.

“We have approached Shekhar Suman for the Thakur’s role who rapes Bhanwari and Adhyayan for the guy who is fooled by Bhanwari. I will also be acting in the film,” Tonk told IANS.

He has been associated with the small screen as creative producer of TV shows and this is his first feature film production.

Earlier, reports had suggested that Tonk was keen on casting an A-list actress for the role, but he has finalised TV actress Sara Khan.

Why is Akshay missing from ‘Joker’ promotions?

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While Farah Khan can be seen promoting husband Shirish Kunder’s directorial venture “Joker”, lead actor of the movie Akshay Kumar is missing from all the action.

His no-show has thrown up a lot of questions, but Farah clears the air.

“It’s a strategy, please don’t go by what you are reading in the papers, it’s somebody trying to do mischief. It’s a strategy we have adopted,” the 47-year-old said here in an interview.

Farah adds that the recent release of Akshay-Sonakshi Sinha-starrer “Rowdy Rathore” is the primary reason behind Akshay’s no-show.

Rohit Bal wants to dress up Riya Sen

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Well-known designer Rohit Bal, known for his signature peacock and lotus motifs, wishes to dress up Riya Sen whom he describes as “the most beautiful face”.

“Riya has not got her due credit in the film industry. But she has the most beautiful face I have ever seen. She is a typical Bengali beauty. I would love to dress her up,” Bal told IANS at an event here.

However, he considers Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor as the best dressed person in the country.

Delhi celebrates Eid with feasting and fervour

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It was a day of prayers, feasting and togetherness Monday as Muslims in the national capital celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramzan.

The traditional greeting of “Eid Mubarak” echoed all around as, dressed in their finest, thousands of Muslims gathered at mosques all over the city. The centrepiece was the historic Jama Masjid in the walled city.

Afghan blast kills three New Zealand soldiers

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Three New Zealand soldiers, including a woman medic, were killed in a bomb attack in Afghanistan Sunday.

They died when an IED (improvised explosive device) blast struck their vehicle in Bamyan province, Xinhua reported.

The soldiers were serving with the Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment.

—-IANS

Six killed in Nepal road accident

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At least six people have been killed and 42 others injured in a truck-bus collision on the East-West Highway in Nawalparasi in western Nepal late Sunday.

According to website myrepublica.com, the bus, en-route to Mahendranagar from the capital Kathmandu, collided with a truck with Indian registration plate coming from the opposite direction, Xinhua reported.

The injured are undergoing treatment. However, the deceased have not been identified yet, police said.

—-IANS

Kashmiri separatist leaders placed under house arrest

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Authorities Monday placed all senior Kashmiri separatist leaders under house arrest to maintain law and order during the congregational Eid prayers in Srinagar.

“These measures have been taken to ensure that nobody disturbs peace and tranquility in the city on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr,” a police official said.

Those placed under house arrest include Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Shabir Shah, Muhammad Yasin Malik and Muhammad Nayeem Khan among others.

Stop witch-hunt: Assange to Obama

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Asking the Obama administration to stop “witch-hunt”, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange today made his first public appearance in two months, on the balcony of Ecuador’s London embassy.

Thanking his supporters and especially Ecuador, which has granted him diplomatic asylum despite threats from the UK, Assange asked US President Barack Obama to “to stop witch-hunt against WikiLeaks”.

“I ask President Obama to do the right thing, the United States must renounce its witch-hunt against WikiLeaks,” he said.

—-PTI

Patil appeals to northeast people against leaving Maha

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Maharashtra Home Minister R R Patil assured foolproof security to the northeastern people in the state and appealed to them not to fall prey to rumours.

“Some rumour-mongers are trying to create panic using social media about impending attacks on northeast natives in the wake of Assam violence. But I appeal to them not to leave for their home states as the state government is committed towards providing security to them and is standing firmly behind them,” Patil said.

Actress Kunika files complaint against MLA’s son

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Actress Kunika Lal today filed a police complaint against Siddharth Khosa, son of MLA Baldev Khosa, alleging that he threatened to kill her.

Lal had a minor argument with Baldev when they met at a condolence meeting for Vilasrao Deshmukh last evening, but the matter appeared to have been resolved.

Baldev’s son Siddharth, however, allegedly went to Lal’s Oshiwara residence this morning and threatened to kill her, police said, adding they have registered a non-cognisable offence against Siddharth.

—-PTI

Bollywood wishes Eid Mubarak to fans and loved ones

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Bollywood stars on Sunday took to micro-blogging site Twitter to wish their loved ones and fans “Eid Mubarak”.

Actor Shah Rukh Khan, who wanted to be back home to celebrate the festival, couldn’t make it as he is shooting for Yash Chopra’s untitled film in Ladakh.

“Eid Mubarak to everyone. May Allah fill your life with happiness. Look forward to reading the Takbirat in an open space in Ladakh. Insha Allah,” Shah Rukh Khan tweeted.

Probe into infant death-Health Minister

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(Siasat News)Minister for Medical Education, Mr. K.Murali told that Govt. is taking necessary steps to prevent infant deaths in Govt. hospitals. He told that experts would conduct enquiries about the deaths of infants in M.G.M. Hospital in Warangal and Niloufer Hospital in Hyderabad.

He told that the details of infant deaths in Govt. hospitals are less. The deaths of the deaths of the infants admitted in Govt. hospitals from private hospitals due to lack of facilities are more.

Coal Scam-TDP demands P.M.’s resignation

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(Siasat News)TDP demanded Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh to resign accepting the moral responsibility of Coal Scam. Comptroller and Auditor General of India had exposed this scam.

Addressing a press conference, TDP leader, Mr. N.Nageshwar told that P.M. has to explain whether this scam took place with his knowledge or he was ignorant of it.

For Assam Situation Central Govt. is responsible-HR activists demand President’s rule

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(Siasat News)Whose country is India? Who is claiming to be citizen of India? Government has failed to make people feel that they are the citizens of this country. Various human rights activists who were addressing a press conference at press Club last evening on the issue of Assam expressed these thoughts. “Help Hyderabad” had organized this press conference.

TRS protests electricity cuts

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(Siasat News)MLA’s belonging to TRS met the Chairman and Managing Director of TRANSCO under the stewardship of TRS floor leader, Mr. E. Rajinder and recorded their strong protest for reduction of electricity supply. They staged Dharna and presented to him a memorandum in which it was stated that injustice has been meted out to the people of Telangana in the supply of electricity in the region. They said that more electricity is being cut deliberately in Telangana Region whereas in Seema Andhra Region, it is nominal.

Qari Mohammed Naseeruddin is back from the tour of Maldives

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(Siasat News)According to the press note issued by the Secretary Sharfia Qirath Academy and Educational Institute, Qari Mohammed Naseeruddin Maushari came back from the tour of Maldives. He led the Taraweeh prayers in Masjidul-ula of Maldives. He also supervised the Qurath programme organized in Fanu Island, which is 300 km away from Maldives. He inaugurated Govt. sponsored institution for Islamic studies and Quran. The officials of Fanu Council organized his Qurath programme where his DVD on

Governor hosts Iftaar Party

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(Siasat News)Mr. E.S.L. Narasimhan, Governor of A.P. while addressing the guests who came to Raj Bhavan at his invitation for Iftaar Party, told them to pray to god to protect all of us. He further told that Ramzan is pious month. When the Muslims break fast after fasting the whole day, they get new life.

Cattle Market in front of Madinated Uloom Islamic School in Nanded

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(Siasat News)In Nanded District, from Degloor Naka to Pahelwan Ter House Road, exactly in front of Madinatul Uloom Islamic School, every Sunday weekly market of cattle is held. Due to this, garbage consisting of cattle fodder and dunk are accumulated. There is every possibility of an outburst of epidemic, which may claim human life. In monsoon, various diseases attack people.

This market is held without permission of any civic body. It also causes disruption of traffic.

Kasturba Gandhi School Students are deprived of Computer Education

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(Siasat News)Govt. supplied computers to Kasturba Gandhi Girls School, of Nagireddypet Mandal of Yellareddu Town in Nizamabad District but it is regrettable to say that these computers are accumulating dust, as there is no computer instructor. Perhaps the district officials forgot to appoint a computer instructor. The Students of this girls’ school are deprived of computer education in spite of the fact that computers are available in their school. Govt.

Don’t go to Qadiyani’ places of worship for Eid prayer

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(Siasat News)According to a press note issued by Maulna Mohammed Ansarullah Qusimi, members of Majlis-e- Khatam-e- Nubuwat, namely; Mohammed Jamalur Rahman, Maulana Abdul Mughni Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani, Maulana Abdul Qavi, Maulana Ghiyanuddin Rahmani, Maulana Khaja Nazeeruddin, Maulana Mohammed Amjad Ali Qasimi, Maulana Muslehuddin Qaimi and Maulana Arshad Ali Qasimi in a statement said that the basic belief of the Muslims is that Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) is the last Prophet. Qadiyani deny it. They are the traitors of Prophet Mohammed (PHUB).