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50th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) Theme song unveiled

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The Information and Broadcasting ministry on Wednesday launched the official anthem and radio jingle for the golden jubilee edition of International Film Festival of India (IFFI), scheduled to take place in Goa from November 20 to 28. The anthem, inspired by the nine ‘rasas’ (emotions) of the Natya Shashtra and an amalgamation of scenes from … Read more

SC upholds former Karnataka speaker’s decision to disqualify 17 Cong-JD(S) MLAs

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The legislators had resigned amid growing dissent, toppling the previous Congress-JD(S) rule in July. The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the decision of former Karnataka assembly speaker K.R. Ramesh Kumar to disqualify 17 rebel Congress-Janata Dal (Secular), or JD(S), legislators. The apex court, however, rejected Kumar’s decision to disallow the lawmakers from contesting polls. Seventeen … Read more

President of Bangladesh Md. Abdul Hamid is on a four day visit to Nepal

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During the meeting, matters pertaining to cooperation in the areas of trade, investment, energy, connectivity, waterways, aviation, education, transportation and agriculture were discussed. Both the leaders also shared views on enhancing cooperation on matters of regional and global interests, including climate change. President of Bangladesh also visited famous Bhaktapur Durbar Square and observed with interest … Read more

Lata Mangeshkar admitted to ICU of Breach Candy Hospital

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Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar was admitted to Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai in early hours on Monday after she complained of breathing problems, suggested media report. The iconic playback singer, who turned 90 on September 28, is suffering from “viral chest congestion” and would be discharged by Tuesday, according to her … Read more