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Interfaith: Hindu Woman Killed By Boyfriend For Refusing Physical Relationship, Administration Bulldozes The Accused’s House
In the latest case of murder of a Hindu woman by her boyfriend from the Muslim community, Kiran Devi was smashed to death by Sikander Ahmed in Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur district this week. While Kiran was raped and assaulted by Ahmed on 22 June, she died four days later at a hospital in Lucknow of the injuries. Police told the media that Ahmed has confessed to the crime and said that he killed Kiran as she refused to have sex with him. They had known each other for three years, police said.
It's So Hot In China That A Guy Was Caught Sitting Inside A Fridge To Beat The Heat
Sometimes, during the months of April and May, the heat in certain parts of India is impossible to endure. Places like Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, West Bengal and Kerala, among others, experience drought-inducing heat and it is very easy for a person to suffer from heat stroke if they step out of the house and travel under direct sunlight. There are several measures one must take on those days when the heat gets a bit too much to handle.
After 27 Years, India Finally To Host Miss World 2023 Pageant
When Aishwarya Rai Bachchan won the Miss World 1994 crown, the event was hosted in Sun City, South Africa. When Priyanka Chopra was crowned the same title in 2000, it was held in London. And when Manushi Chhillar was crowned Miss World 2017, the event was hosted in China. It was 27 years ago, in 1996, that the prestigious competition was held in India.
Kerala Engineering Student's Phone Gets Confiscated For Listening To Music While Taking Bath
I studied in an all-girls convent school where we had parent calls and got punished for bizarre reasons. Once, my friends and I got punished for celebrating someone’s birthday by bringing a birthday cake inside the classroom during lunchtime. Another time, I got shouted at because I was opening the windows of the classroom while the teacher was entering the class. Do all these make sense? No. But these kept happening.
Gujarat HC's 'Regressive' Observation On 16-YO Rape Survivor Seeking Abortion Faces Backlash
According to the amended Section 3 of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act in India, the maximum limit for abortions is 24 weeks (6 months), that too in special cases where the victim is a rape or incest survivor. However, the prior approval of two registered doctors is required. The doctors have to make sure that the continuation of the pregnancy can endanger the lives of both the mother and the child. But the judges can also deny abortion in cases that are “inappropriate and deserving”.
Hidden Talent: Kapil Sharma Captured Singing Beautifully In Video, Aamir Khan Vibes To His Song
We know Kapil Sharma as the comedian who hosts a barrage of celebrities on his show and makes them laugh. We know him for his jokes and punchlines. We know him as a talented actor who has a lot to give. But how many of us knew that he is an amazing singer as well?
Video Of Elderly Couple Dancing To 'Senorita'
At a time when there was no internet, social media and dating apps, people used to meet and fall in love in the most adorable ways. Life was unpredictable, and so was love. There was no guarantee that you could share a decent conversation with the person you were attracted to. Stolen glances, touches and smiles were all that were there.
'Man's A Mess, Wife Fixes Him': Shahid Kapoor Gets Schooled For His Definition Of Marriage
In our society, we see so many families who think that the only thing that can make a messed-up, undisciplined and problematic man better is a wife. So they force men to get married and hope that the wives help them walk on a better path and get their lives together. The idea that only a woman can ‘fix’ a man has existed for a very long time. But you would think that such ideas have no place in the mind of a seemingly progressive person.
'Pyaar Ka Punchnama' Actor Sonnalli Seygall Gets Married In A Simple Ceremony, See Pics
Amidst the crowd hosting loud big-fat Indian weddings are a small group of people who like their weddings to be intimate and low-key affairs with not many people and pre-wedding functions. The trend of intimate weddings started with Anushka Sharma and then Alia Bhatt really took things up a notch where instead of an intimate yet destination wedding, she literally got married to Ranbir Kapoor on the balcony of their home. They proved that celebrity weddings need not be a grand affair.
Dui Bhai: This Kolkata Shop Is Run By A Hindu And A Muslim, Netizens Say 'True Essence of India'
A photo of a Kolkata shop run by two men, a Hindu and a Muslim, has gone viral on social media. The shop named named 'Dui Bhai' or 'Two Brothers' is located in Kolkata's Kudghat area, Viral News, Times Now
Taylor Swift Wears ₹8K Golden Bangles From Indian Brand In Her Music Video 'Karma'
Taylor Swift is currently on The Eras Tour where she is visiting various cities across America and singing her best hits from over a decade. There is absolutely no question regarding her popularity in India. Pubs and lounges are hosting ‘Swiftie Nights’ where her fans gather and unanimously sing her songs and have a great time together. Many are also waiting for the time when she will finally visit India and host a concert.
Swara Bhasker Gets Shamed For Announcing Her Pregnancy 4 Months Into The Marriage
Yesterday, Swara Bhasker took to social media to announce that she and her husband, Fahad Ahmad, are expecting their first child together. She also shared adorable pictures with Fahad where her cute little baby bump could be seen. Congratulations poured in from all corners of the world, wishing the couple all their best for the new chapter that is to come.
According To Shahid Kapoor, 'Marriage' Is A Woman Fixing A Messed-Up Man's Life
In the world of films, there is this female character stereotype – one who magically enters the life of a messed-up man and changes him for the better. Many women also try to do this in real life, where they get attracted to a ‘bad boy’ and think that they can change him and spend their life with him. So, the entire role of the woman in the man’s life gets reduced to only this – fix him. And this is what Shahid Kapoor thinks as well.
‘Two Brothers’ Shop In Kolkata Owned By Hindu-Muslim Friends Reflects True Essence of India
Amidst the backdrop of increasing incidents of communal violence and growing animosity between religious groups, a heartwarming story emerges as a testament to unity and harmony. A Twitter user named Debotri Ghosh shared a captivating photo of a quaint, old shop in Kolkata called 'Two Brothers,' symboling interfaith friendship and cooperation. The name "Two Brothers" holds a more profound significance, transcending religious boundaries.
During Work Hours, Guy Makes Excel Sheet Comparing Online Deals On Products He Wants To Buy
Even the most diligent of employees have weak moments at work where they either open YouTube, Netflix, Instagram or online shopping sites and browse through them till their minds give them a wake-up call. One guy couldn’t wait till he went back home to browse through online shopping sites like Amazon, Myntra and Ajio and check for good deals on the products he wanted to buy.
There Is A Repair Shop In Kolkata Named 'Two Brothers' That's Run By A Hindu & A Muslim
At the heart of it all, India is a secular nation. Here, people belonging to different religions live in peace as one community. However, there are certain forces that try to stir controversy and violence between two communities. But the people always fight back, reminding us that love always triumphs hate. Here is an example. A woman named Debotri Ghosh, who works as a writer, took to Twitter to share a picture of a humble repair shop in Kolkata.
Husband Makes Out With Another Woman In Front Of Wife On Their Suhaagraat In Ekta Kapoor Serial
Hindi television serials back in the 2000s were way ahead of their time. Forget ‘sanskaar’, they showed advanced content such as plastic surgeries, infidelity, the dead coming back to life and what not. Especially Ekta Kapoor serials, which were in a league of their own. Here’s an example. Remember the TV serial ‘Kaisa Yeh Pyar Hai’?
‘Told My Daughter We Are Hindus, Aaftab Is Muslim, Cannot Accept Relationship. She Said She Was No More Our Daughter’: FIR by Shraddha’s Father
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The Mosque Built By A Hindu
There is a mosque in Chaman village of Takhtbhai tehsil, in the district of Mardan that was built by a Hindu in the pre-Partition era of the Subcontinent. Today it serves as a symbol of interfaith harmony. The mosque was previously known as Chaman Jumaat. The mosque was built by Chaman Lal, a local Hindu businessman, for the Muslims of the area in the 1920s. Chaman Lal, a Hindu devotee, is respected by the village elders even today. Chaman Mosque was later renamed as Allah-o-Akbar Masjid.
Minor Tribal Girl Raped, Killed And Hanged From Tree By Muslim Stalker In Dumka, Days After Similar Incident Was Reported From The Area
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Hindu Woman Beheaded For Turning Down Stalker In UP; Accused Was Already In Relationship With Her Mother
After the murder, when the media gathered at the spot and asked Ramsukh if he suspected anybody, he said he did not. Sultanpur Superitendent of Police Somen Verma, who had joined the post only a day earlier, told the media that preliminary investigation did not show signs of a house break-in or robbery. Irfan’s confession as recorded in the second FIR, which was filed on the statement of a policeman, says that he was in a relationship with Shakuntala and went to her house often.
Minor Schoolgirl, A Hindu, Attacked With Blade By Stalker Danish Khan In Jhansi
Left, accused Danish, and right is the girl in the hospital. Snapshot The girl is in hospital and, according to police, she is out of danger. A Hindu girl, reportedly a minor, was attacked with a blade on her neck and face by a man named Mohammed Danish Khan in Uttar Pradesh’s Jhansi district on Monday evening. The girl is in the hospital and, as per police, her life is out of danger.
Woman Shares How Her Husband Invited Her Parents To Live With Them & Took Care Of Them
In a patriarchal society, it’s normal for women to leave their childhood home and family and start living with her husband’s family immediately after the wedding. While some brides might have other siblings to take care of the parents, some are left with no option other than to leave their elderly parents alone post their wedding. This woman was also caught in this complicated situation. However, it was her supportive husband who stepped up and invited her parents to stay with them.
Women Who Are The 1st In Their Family To Move Away From Home To Study, Work Share Stories
Many of us come from families where the women, like our grandmothers and mothers, didn’t get a chance to complete their studies and have a proper job. Therefore, our generation has several youngsters who are the first in their family to move out of the home to work or pursue further studies in a different city or country. Such people, especially women, took to Twitter to share their stories briefly.
Kerala Man Runs A Free 'Wedding Dress Bank' For Poor Women
You have to agree, bridal wears are ridiculously expensive. It’s almost as if shopkeepers immediately increase the price of an outfit by 20% when they get to know that the customer is a to-be bride. But what about underprivileged people? Will they not be able to buy bridal wear of their choice because of how expensive it is?
Angry Wife Finds Out Husband Sells Lunch She Made Him & Uses The Money To Eat At Restaurant
Imagine this. You wake up in the wee hours of the morning only to cook lunch for someone. But later discover that they were actually selling it. You would be fuming with anger, right? This is precisely how this woman reacted on knowing what her husband did with the lunch she used to pack for him every day. Well, a couple was thinking of buying a house. Hence, they decided to cut off on all the petty expenses.
Pune Autorickshaw Driver Takes His Doggo Along To Work Everyday So He Isn't Home Alone
Taking care of a dog is no piece of cake, especially when the furry animal is young. Dogs require their hooman’s constant attention and when left alone, they can become really anxious! Hence, one autorickshaw driver in Pune decided to take his dog to work every day so that he doesn’t have to stay alone at home! The duo was spotted by two passengers, one of whom took to Facebook to share their touching story.
Only A Die-Hard '90s Kid Can Identify These Pop Songs Based On One Scene
If you are a 90s kid, these Hindi pop video songs must have surely been on your playlists. And there’s only one way to find out if you can still identify them just by looking at a single scene from the video. So, without further ado… 1. Which song is it? Is Kadar Pyar Hai Raat Shabnami Made In India 2. Khoya Khoya Chand Leja Leja Re O Sanam 3. Boondein Dooba Dooba Rehta Hu Ho Gayi Hai Mohabbat 4. Chupke Chupke Chandi Jaisa Rang Ahista 5.
Desi Kids Recall Their Parents Taking Them To Temples Across India & Calling It A ‘Vacation'
When you were younger, did your family take you on a vacation to Nani’s house, Dadi’s house, Vaishno Devi and Haridwar for Ganga aarti, or were you normal? Recently, when Reddit user amazeguy spoke about desi vacation spots, a lot of people found it relatable. He narrated his own holiday stories where family outings almost always involved visiting religious places or pilgrimages. Check it out. Soon enough, other people started sharing their grief over not being taken on proper vacations.
India Positive: Moved By Their Plight, A Hindu And A Muslim Man Offer Food To Migrants In Kanpur
News18 » Videos » News18 Shorts As the Indian government battles coronavirus pandemic, the citizens too are not lagging behind in extending their support and making sure that the poor survive these hard times. People across faiths have been coming to the forefront and helping the needy.
CrossFit CEO Greg Glassman Steps Down After Insensitive Tweet Sparks Social Media Backlash
CrossFit CEO Greg Glassman Steps Down After Insensitive Tweet Sparks Social Media Backlash He had apologized earlier for tweets that sparked online outrage by connecting George Floyd and the coronavirus pandemic. Associated Press Last Updated: June 10, 2020, 5:06 PM IST Share this: The CEO of CrossFit is stepping down after his tweet about George Floyd sparked a social media backlash and led to affiliated gyms and Reebok cutting ties with the exercise brand.
Supreme Court Asks Centre To Consider Bringing Law To Regulate Taxi Service Providers Ola, Uber
The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the central government to consider bringing a law to regulate mobile app-based taxi service providers like Ola and Uber to ensure safety and security of women passengers. A bench headed by Justice S.A. Bobde also asked petitioner Nipun Saxena to make a representation before the Ministry of Transport and suggest laws on regulating the app-based aggregator services.
I Don't Care, Because I Love Cricket - Pavel Florin Defends Bizarre European Cricket League Over
It is not often you see an action as bizarre as that of Pavel Florin, who drew attention on social media with his unorthodox deliveries in the European Cricket League. Florin – a nightclub bouncer by trade and the player-president of Romania's Cluj Cricket Club – stepped up to bowl in a match against Dreux Cricket Club in La Manga on Tuesday. The Romanian, who is recovering from a broken leg, immediately became something of an online sensation with his slow, flighted and often wayward deliveries.
Maharashtra: Four Congress-NCP MLAs Join BJP Day After Resigning
In a major blow to Opposition unity in Maharashtra, three MLAs from the NCP and one from the Congress joined the ruling BJP on Wednesday, a day after they tendered their resignations from the Legislative Assembly. The BJP might field the four in the assembly elections due later this year, depending on how the seat-sharing deal between the BJP and ally Shiv Sena shapes up, sources in the saffron party said.
BJP's Vishweshwar Hegde Is New Karnataka Assembly Speaker
Bharatiya Janata Party's six-time MLA Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri was elected as Speaker of Karnataka Assembly on Wednesday. He had filed his nomination for the post of the Assembly Speaker on Tuesday. Kageri, who represents the Sirsi constituency was accompanied by Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and other senior party leaders during filing of nomination. The six-time MLA has also in past held the charge of Karnataka's education minister.
Prithvi Shaw Will Come Out Of Doping Setback Stronger, Says Childhood Coach
Prithvi Shaw is a "fighter" and will come out of his eight-month doping suspension stronger, says Santosh Pingutkar, who taught him the ABC of cricket long before he became his most famous ward. The BCCI on Tuesday banned the talented 19-year-old opener from all forms of cricket for failing a dope test. ALSO READ: Seven Things You Need To Know About Prithvi Shaw A release from the Board said Shaw had "inadvertently ingested a prohibited substance, which can be commonly found in cough syrups".
It Is A Big Responsibility To Captain Indian National Hockey Team: Harmanpreet Singh
After making his international debut for the Indian national hockey team in May 2015, Harmanpreet Singh is currently in the best phase of his career. The drag-flicker has been named as his team's captain for the Olympic Test event in Japan, where the Bharat Army will face Malaysia, New Zealand and hosts Japan from August 17 onwards. "When I was told that I would be leading the team, it was a pleasant surprise. It is an honour and big responsibility.
'Government, Banks Can Drive Person To Despair,' Vijay Mallya Tweets On CCD Founder
Outlook Web Bureau July 31, 2019 00:00 IST 'Government, Banks Can Drive Person To Despair,' Vijay Mallya Tweets On CCD Founder outlookindia.com 2019-07-31T13:18:01+0530 Liquor baron and founder of the now grounded Kingfisher Airlines Vijay Mallya on Wednesday drew parallels between his story and that of the Cafe Coffee Day founder VG Siddhartha whose body has been found after he went missing on Monday night.
India U-19 Lose To Bangladesh U-19 By In Close Encounter
The India U-19 team suffered its second consecutive defeat in the Tri-Nation 50-over tournament, losing to Bangladesh by two wickets. Bangladesh U-19 won the rain-curtailed match under the Duckworth/Lewis method on Tuesday. Sent into bat in a match that was reduced to 36 overs per side, India posted a competitive 221 for five but their opponents, chasing 218 in 32 overs under the D/L method, completed the task with three balls to spare.
'Food Doesn't Have Religion,' Responds Zomato After Customer Wants Food Delivered By A Hindu
A customer ordering food from the online delivery service "Zomato" cancelled his order after he learnt that his delivery person was a "Non-Hindu". The customer said that he made attempts to change the delivery person, and when his request could not be completed he cancelled the order despite knowing that he will not be getting a refund as well. The customer Amit Shukla tweeted to Zomato, complaining about the same, the online delivery app responded by saying that "food does not have a religion.
No Indian In ICC Elite Panel Of Umpires After S Ravi Suffers The Axe
The International Cricket Council's Elite Panel of Umpires will not have an Indian representation after Sundaram Ravi got the axe with Michael Gough of England and Joel Wilson of the West Indies being the new entrants for the 2019-20 season. Ravi, whose below-par performance both on-field and as a TV umpire during various assignments came for sharp criticism has been predictably dropped and non-representation was a reflection of poor quality of Indian umpires.
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