Month: June 2023

Having Matured Conversations About Sex, Lust Is Key: Mrunal

By LokMarg

Actor Mrunal Thakur is being praised for her performance in ‘Lust Stories 2’.

Helmed by R Balki, the movie delves into the significance of lust and sex in nurturing successful relationships, with Mrunal’s on-screen dynamic with Neena Gupta’s character as the grandmother highlighting the film’s compelling narrative.
Sharing her views on lust and sex, Mrunal said, “I strongly believe that having matured conversations about sex and lust is key, especially when one is young and growing up. When one is a young adult, they have a role model who instils the right knowledge and information to a young person.”

She added, “If all young and impressionable minds, including kids within families, have at least one person they can have honest discussions with about these topics, they will be less likely to seek a plethora of misinformation from the outside world.”

In the film, Mrunal portrays a soon-to-be-wedded woman who finds herself humorously confronted by her grandmother about her perceived “lust quotient” with her future partner (essayed by Angad Bedi).

In the coming months, Mrunal will be seen sharing screen space with Vijay Deverakond. The yet-to-be-titled film is being helmed by Parasuram Petla and is being produced by Sri Venkateswara Creations.

She also has an important project with Nani.(ANI)

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Rahul at moirang relief camp

Day 2 Of Manipur Visit: Rahul Arrives At Moirang Relief Camp

By LokMarg

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi arrived at a relief camp in Manipur’s Moirang to meet people affected by violence in the north-eastern staying there. He was seen conversing with people there, enquiring about their health and well-being.

Earlier in the day, in an Instagram post, Rahul mentioned that it was heartbreaking to see and listen to the plight of those who have lost loved ones and homes due to the violence in Manipur.
“There is a cry for help in the face of every brother, sister and child I meet,” he said appealing for peace in the state.

Following his visit to the relief camps in Moirang, Rahul will be back in Imphal where he will meet civil society organisation leaders, United Naga Council’s leaders, 10 like-minded political parties and women leaders, Manipur Congress president, Keisham Meghachandra said.

Earlier on Thursday, the Congress leader met violence-affected people in Manipur’s Churachandpur on the first day of his two-day visit to the state that has seen ethnic violence. Rahul Gandhi in a tweet earlier said Manipur needs healing and peace has to be the only priority.

“I came to listen to all my brothers and sisters of Manipur. People of all communities are very welcoming and loving. It’s very unfortunate that the government is stopping me. Manipur needs healing. Peace has to be our only priority,” he said.

Rahul Gandhi, who landed in Imphal on Thursday, returned to the state capital after local police prevented his convoy from proceeding to Churachandpur. Police said it had been done for “security” reasons and the Congress leader could go by air. The Congress leader’s convoy was stopped at a checkpost near Bishnupur, which is about 20 kilometres from Imphal. (ANI)

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Modi Travels By Metro To Attend Centenary Celebrations Of DU

By LokMarg

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a metro ride from Lok Kalyan Marg Metro Station to Vishwa Vidyalaya Metro Station here in the national capital on Friday morning to visit Delhi University.

PM Modi could be seen interacting with people in Delhi Metro on his way to attend the centenary celebrations of Delhi University.

The PM is scheduled to participate in the valedictory ceremony of the centenary celebrations of Delhi University.

Taking to Twitter earlier, PM Modi wrote “Looking forward to joining the University of Delhi’s centenary celebrations at 11 AM tomorrow, 30th June. As a premier centre of learning, DU has been nurturing talent and fostering intellectual growth for a century. Congratulations to the DU fraternity on this milestone.

During the programme, Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the Delhi University Computer Centre and the building of the Faculty of Technology and the academic block which will be built in the North Campus of the University.

The University of Delhi was established on 1st May 1922. In the last hundred years, the University has grown and expanded immensely and now has 86 departments, 90 Colleges, more than 6 lakh students, and has contributed immensely in nation building. (ANI)

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Rahul Gandhi Manipur

Manipur: Rahul To Meet Like-Minded Party Leaders, Civil Society Members

By LokMarg

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who is on his two-day visit to the state, arrived in Moirang on Friday to meet people affected due to violence in the state. He will also meet 10 like-minded party leaders and members of civil society organisation in Imphal.

Manipur Congress president, Keisham Meghachandra informed that the Congress leader will also meet 10 like-minded party leaders and United Naga Council (UNC) leaders and civil society organisation members after returning to Imphal.

“Rahul Gandhi will meet all the affected families and visit the relief camps in Moirang. After that, he will be back in Imphal. At Imphal Hotel he will meet civil society organisation leaders, United Naga Council’s leaders, 10 like-minded political parties and women leaders. He is here only for peace,” Meghachandra said.

Earlier on Thursday, the Congress leader met violence-affected people in Manipur’s Churachandpur on the first day of his two-day visit to the state that has seen ethnic violence.

Rahul Gandhi in a tweet earlier said Manipur needs healing and peace has to be the only priority.

“I came to listen to all my brothers and sisters of Manipur. People of all communities are very welcoming and loving. It’s very unfortunate that the government is stopping me. Manipur needs healing. Peace has to be our only priority,” he said.

Rahul Gandhi, who landed in Imphal on Thursday, returned to the state capital after local police prevented his convoy from proceeding to Churachandpur. Police said it had been done for “security” reasons and the Congress leader could go by air.

The Congress leader’s convoy was stopped at a checkpost near Bishnupur, which is about 20 kilometres from Imphal. (ANI)

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Canada Paying Publishers Law

Google To Remove News From Search Results In Canada Over Paying Publishers Law

By LokMarg

Google, on Thursday, announced that it will remove Canadian news content from its search, news, and discover products after the government passed a bill, which requires online platforms to pay news publishers takes effect in the country.

In a statement, Google said Canada’s Bill C-18-Online News Act, which was passed last week, “remains unworkable”.
“We have now informed the Government that when the law takes effect, we, unfortunately, will have to remove links to Canadian news from our Search, News and Discover products in Canada and that C-18 will also make it untenable for us to continue offering our Google News Showcase product in Canada,” Kent Walker, President of Global Affairs, Google & Alphabet, said in a blog.

He further added, “We’re disappointed it has come to this. We don’t take this decision or its impacts lightly and believe it’s important to be transparent with Canadian publishers and our users as early as possible.”

The decision comes after the Canadian Government’s contentious C-18 legislation passed Parliament last week. The bill has been criticized by tech giants like Meta and Google who say it’s unfair to impose what amounts to a tax on links.

Google also stated that they support Canadian journalism.

Pointing out its work in Canadian news service, Google said that last year, the company linked to Canadian news publications more than 3.6 billion times — at no charge — helping publishers make money through ads and new subscriptions. This referral traffic from links has been valued at USD 250 million CAD annually.

Kent Walker also stated that ever since the Government introduced C-18 last year, Google has shared its experiences in other countries and has been clear that unworkable legislation could lead to changes that affect the availability of news on Google’s products in Canada.

“Last week, just as the Bill was approaching final passage and Royal Assent, the Government agreed to discuss the possibility of addressing some of the most critical issues, which we welcomed. In that discussion, we asked for clarity on financial expectations platforms face for simply linking to news, as well as a specific, viable path towards exemption based on our programs to support news and our commercial agreements with publishers,” he said.

“While we appreciate the Government’s acknowledgment that our concerns were reasonable and confirmation that the law will not apply until they adopt implementing regulations, they have not provided us with sufficient certainty that the regulatory process will be able to resolve structural issues with the legislation (such as forced payment for links and uncapped financial liability),” he added in his blog.

Earlier, Meta Platforms announced that it will end access to news on Facebook and Instagram for all users in Canada after the country’s Parliament approved legislation designed to compel internet giants to pay publishers, Al Jazeera reported.

“Today, we are confirming that news availability will be ended on Facebook and Instagram for all users in Canada prior to the Online News Act taking effect,” Meta said in a statement afterward. (ANI)

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Mayor House In Paris Suburb

France Violence: 13 Buses Set On Fire In Aubervilliers After Teenager Shot Dead

By LokMarg

At least thirteen buses from the RATP depot in Aubervilliers were set on fire after a teenager was shot dead in a fatal police shooting in Nanterre, BFM TV reported.

BFM TV is a 24-hour rolling news and weather channel based in France and available globally via digital, cable and satellite television.
With the looting, fires, and firing of fireworks, Paris and its suburbs were plagued on Thursday by a new incident of violence after the death of the teenager 17, identified as Nal after being stopped for a traffic violation in the Paris suburb town of Nanterre on Tuesday. The officer who is accused of shooting him was taken to jail.

Till now, at least 421 people have been arrested across France in protests, French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin told CNN affiliate BFMTV.

Of those, 242 arrests took place in the Paris region in the departments of Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-Saint-Denis and Val-de-Marne, BFMTV said citing Paris police.

Earlier, the lawyer of the police officer under formal investigation for the fatal shooting of a French teenager slammed the treatment of his client as “political,” claiming his prosecution was being used to try and calm the violent tensions.

“He committed an act in a second, in a fraction of a second. Perhaps he made a mistake, justice will tell,” Laurent-Franck Lienard, the officer’s lawyer told CNN affiliate BFMTV in an interview.

The officer is “devastated” by the death of the teenager Nahel, his lawyer said, adding that he didn’t want to kill him.

Taking to Twitter, French President Emmanuel Macron, on Thursday, said, “Violence against police stations, schools, town halls, against the Republic, is unjustifiable. Thank you to the police, gendarmes, firefighters and elected officials mobilized. Meditation, Justice and calm must guide the next few hours”.

He also convened a crisis meeting with senior ministers on Thursday in the wake of the situation, CNN reported.

Speaking at the meeting, Macron said: “Clearly the emotion that comes with the death of a young man calls for contemplation and calm, and it’s what the government has constantly called for. I think this is what should continue to guide the next hours and the tributes.”

Calling the violence “absolutely unjustifiable”, the French President thanked those who are working to bring back calm.

“The last hours have been marked by violent scenes against police stations but also schools and town halls, and basically against institutions and the Republic. It’s absolutely unjustifiable,” Macron said.

He added, “I would like to thank those who are out during the night, like yesterday, to protect these institutions and bring back calm”.

In another statement, Macron defended the ‘right to protest’ and urged people to maintain calm.

“We have always safeguarded the right to protest…but we need harmony and we need a lot of collective goodwill,” President Emmanuel Macron told the newspaper Ouest France, while urging calm, reported France24. (ANI)

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Assam Flood situation

Assam Flood: Situation Improves, Over 20,000 People Still Affected

By LokMarg

The overall flood situation in Assam is gradually improving, but over 20,000 people in Barpeta district have still been affected by the deluge. According to the reports of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 37 villages under three revenue circles – Chenga, Sarthebari, and Barpeta, are reeling under water.

A total of 38 hectares of crop land of the lower Assam district are currently under water. Many flood-affected villagers are taking shelter on roads, and embankments for the last week as their homes are still under water.
Kanchu Miya, a flood-affected villager of the Agdiya Pathar area said that he is living on the road for the last eight days.

“The flood waters inundated the entire village. The flood situation in some areas has improved, but flood waters are still there. We can’t go to our village. Other villagers are also taking shelter in relief camps. Some villagers are now in their homes. I don’t get relief materials. I am a daily wage labourer. The flood damaged my household goods, stuff,” Kanchu Miya said.

Nearly 21000 domestic animals in the Barpeta district have also been affected by this flood. On the other hand, nearly 38,000 people in five districts of Assam – Bajali, Barpeta, Kamrup, Lakhimpur, and Sonitpur, are still affected by the flood.

A total of 1526.08 hectares of crop lands in nine districts of the state are currently under water. This year’s flood has so far claimed seven lives. (ANI)

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Kartik Blessings At Siddhivinayak Temple

Kartik Seeks Blessings At Siddhivinayak Temple

By LokMarg

Actor Kartik Aaryan on Thursday visited Siddhivinayak temple to seek Bappa’s blessings for his romantic film ‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’ and thanked fans for their response.

Taking to Instagram, the ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ actor shared a picture of himself from the visit and wrote, “Overwhelmed with your Pure Love.”
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In the picture, Kartik is seen wearing a pink shirt and denim with a traditional yellow dupatta wrapped around his shoulder.

Soon after the actor shared the picture, fans flooded the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.

Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by Sameer Vidwans, the romantic film reunites Kartik and Kiara after their 2022 hit ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’.

The film was earlier titled ‘Satyanarayan Ki Katha,’ which translates to the story of Satyanarayan, which is another name for the Hindu God Vishnu. However, after backlash, it was renamed ‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’.

The film was released in the theatres today.

The film introduced Kartik as SatyaPrem and Kiara as Katha. Kartik is seen pursuing Kiara for marriage as he tries to impress her. The duo gets married. After that, Kiara and Kartik have many difficult experiences together.

‘Satya Prem Ki Katha’ is a progressive film and has a message for its viewers.

The film also stars Supriya Pathak Kapur, Gajraj Rao, Siddharth Randheria, Anooradha Patel, Rajpal Yadav, Nirrmite Saawaant and Shikha Talsania.

The makers have been receiving criticism ever since they released a new version of Pakistani hit track ‘Pasoori’.

Sung by Arijit Singh and Tulsi Kumar, the recreated track’s music video features actors Kiara Advani and Kiara Advani.

Originally sung by Ali Sethi and Shae Gill, Pasoori was the most-searched song on Google in 2022.

Apart from this, Kartik will be seen in Hansal Mehta’s next ‘Captain India’ and in Kabir Khan’s next untitled project. (ANI)

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Salman family pic on eid

Salman Wishes Fans Eid Mubarak, Shares Family Pic

By LokMarg

Keeping up the tradition of wishing fans on the occasion of Eid, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan shared a family picture to mark this day.

Taking to Instagram, Salman treated fans with a beautiful family picture.
The frame features Salim Khan, Salma Khan, Arbaaz Khan, Salman Khan, Sohail Khan, Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Arpita Khan.

Sharing the picture he wrote, “EID UL ADHA MUBARAK.”

As soon as the picture was posted, the actor’s fans and industry members chimed in the comment section.

Tabu dropped heart emojis.

Tajikistan singer Abdu Rozik wished Salman and wrote, “Eid Mubarak Bhaijaan.”

Eid is a day for Muslims all over the world when they gather to perform special prayers, exchange gifts, and feast on wonderful food. It is a time for families and friends to get together.

Not only Salman but Sunny Deol, Emraan Hashmi, Abhishek Bachchan and many other Bollywood celebrities shared special wishes on Eid-Al-Adha.

Abhishek Bachchan took to his Insta stories to wish his fans and friends on the festivity. His message reads, “Eid-Al-Adha Mubarak”

Sunny Deol tweeted a motion poster of Eid and wrote, “#EidMubarak to all, May the almighty shower his graceful blessings upon you and your loved ones’ lives with peace, prosperity, and abundance.”

Emraan Hashmi wished his fans and followers “Eid Mubarak to all!!”

Mahesh Babu mentioned on Twitter, “Wishing you all a happy Eid al-Adha! May this day bring joy, love, and success to each one of you! #EidMubarak.”

Jr NTR posted a message to mark this auspicious occasion.

He wrote, “May this joyous occasion of Eid bring abundant peace and prosperity to all. #EidMubarak”

Manoj Bajpayee also took to his Twitter handle and wrote, “Eid-al-adha.. Mubarak to all of you, may this auspicious day bring positivity, love, and prosperity to all of your lives #EidMubarak”

Sara Ali Khan, who is quite active on social media posted a picture collage with her mother, Amrita Singh, and brother, Ibrahim Ali Khan on her Instagram stories, wishing everyone “Eid Mubarak”.

Akshay Kumar also wished his fans through his Twitter handle and wrote, “#EidMubarak to you and your families. Peace and happiness to all.”

Not only wishes, but celebs also gave a glimpse of their celebrations on social media.

New mommy Gauahar Khan celebrated her son Zehaan’s first Eid today.

For the special occasion, Gauahar dressed up her baby boy in a customised outfit.

Taking to Instagram, the new mommy dropped a cute picture of Zehaan.

However, she did not disclose his face.

In the priceless photo, the baby boy is seen lying on his bed, and he looked cute in a white-hued customised onesie teamed with a pair of green-hued socks.

The outfit has a special message written on it.

It read, “My first Eid al-Adha with Ammi and Abbu.”

The picture also showcases a special gift that the little one received from his dad Zaid Darbar. Zehaan got his first “jaanamaz” and “topi” from his dad.

Sharing the post, Gauahar wrote, “Eid Mubarak. Thank u @arifaudi786 maamu for this eidi! #outfit and dad got him his first jaanamaz and topi ! BaarakAllahfihi.”

In December last year, the duo announced the pregnancy news with an adorable animated video.

And in May 2023, the duo was blessed with a baby boy.

Gauahar and Zaid got married on December 25, 2020. Reportedly, the two met while shopping for groceries during the lockdown. The two began chatting and friendship soon turned to love.

Eid Al-Adha or Bakra Eid, which is being observed on June 29 this year, is a holy occasion also called the ‘festival of sacrifice’ and is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic or lunar calendar. (ANI)

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Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi

U’khand: Landslide In Chamoli Blocks Badrinath National Highway

By LokMarg

Heavy rains have triggered landslides and flash floods in Uttarakhand. A landslide in Chhinka of Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on Thursday blocked the Badrinath National Highway. The work for clearing the road is underway.

“The work of smoothening the blocked Badrinath National Highway in Chamoli, Chhinka is going on. About 100 meters of the highway has been blocked due to a heavy landslide from a hill near Chhinka on Thursday morning due to rain. To remove heavy debris from the highway, additional machines have been installed from both ends of the road,” District Magistrate Chamoli wrote on Twitter.
After about 100 meters of the highway were blocked due to a heavy landslide from a hill near Chhinka on Thursday morning due to rain, the work of clearing the route is underway.

Additional machines have been installed on both ends of the highway to remove heavy debris quickly.

On Monday, a landslide on the Chandigarh-Manali highway blocked the stretch between Mandi and Kullu and aerial shots of the area showed hundreds of commuters stranded on the roads.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for today and tomorrow in the state.

According to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) around 83 roads and two national highways have been closed in Himachal Pradesh. A total of 35 roads have been blocked in Mandi alone, it said. (ANI)

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