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Alia Drops Her No-Makeup Look In New Selfie

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

Bollywood’s dimple queen Alia Bhatt on Wednesday treated her fans to an adorable no-makeup morning selfie.

Taking to Instagram, the ‘Gully Boy’ actor shared the stunning beach selfie. She captioned the post, “2.3 seconds after I’m left alone. (with a selfie emoji)”
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She wrote a hilarious caption, hilariously revealing that the moment she is left alone, she immediately begins taking selfies.

In the picture, the actor is seen donning a no make-up look as she flaunts her flawless skin with her wet hair left open. The actor is seen cherishing time on the beach side.

In the picture, She wore a purple one-shoulder swimsuit. While soaking in the sun, Alia could be seen smiling for the camera.

As soon as the pictures dropped, the actor’s fans and industry friends chimed in the comment section.

“Cuteness patootie,” a fan wrote.

Another commented, “Selfies are the best.”

A social media user wrote, “this picture smells like heaven.”

Recently, Alia was announced as the first Indian global ambassador of the luxury fashion brand, Gucci.

Meanwhile, on the film front, Alia will be next seen in Karan Johar’s upcoming ‘Rocky aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ opposite Ranveer Singh. The film is all set to hit the theatres on July 28. She also has Farhan Akhtar’s next directorial ‘Jee Le Zaraa’ alongside Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in her kitty. The ‘RRR’ actor will make her Hollywood debut with Gal Gadot starrer Heart Of Stone. (ANI)

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‘Cheetah’, New Symbol Of India-Namibia Friendship: Jaishankar

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

Upon conclusion of his Namibia visit, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar highlighted that Project Cheetah has emerged as a “new symbol of friendship between India and Namibia.”

Jaishankar noted that shared political struggles of many decades, the challenge of preparing for a more contemporary world, the promise of technology, the excitement of common training and shared experiences are among the things that bind India and Namibia together in many ways.
“There is so much today that binds India and Namibia together and in many ways, perhaps an agile, fast-moving animal that is equally comfortable in both societies is an appropriate symbol of what awaits us in the future,” Jaishankar said after ending his Namibia visit.

He also said, “The relocation of Namibian Cheetas to the Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh obviously stirred a lot of interest in India. But equally, as I discovered going to Namibia, it has been very much in the public discourse of that country as well.”

Jaishankar added that the mainstay of every relationship is the people to people contact. There is a deep interest in Indian arts and culture, a sense that the two countries are today moving forward to develop and nurture our traditions and heritage.

“Trade and investments have grown steadily, trade levels now approaching almost USD 300 million. And where investments are concerned, the presence of 22 Indian companies dealing with diamonds, who today impart training and skills to Namibians as part of their business model, is something that India has reasons to be proud of,” the EAM said.

Jaishankar also held conversations on the International Year of Millets, which according to him were “so personally driven by Prime Minister Modi.”

Namibia too has not just a tradition of consuming millet, but actually imports Bajara from India from time to time. So how to increase production and consumption was an important conversation with possibilities for the future, he said.

“There are both army and Air Force teams present in Namibia who have supported the operations of the Namibian Defense Forces in different ways. And we look forward to India’s export capabilities in defence finding resonance in this country,” the External Affairs Minister said.

Jaishankar’s visit to African countries, South Africa and Namibia were held from June 1 to June 6.

Notably, India and China are developing their engagements with Africa proactively.

While China has been in Africa’s infrastructure, mining, oil and natural gas sectors for many years, despite moving late, India has worked through training, education and capacity-building programmes – which have been very well-received by the countries.

Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the opening of 18 new Indian Missions in Africa over a four-year period from 2018-2021. This move is seen as a major boost to India-Africa relations. (ANI)

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Opening Not Easy: Kohli Lauds Rohit Ahead Of WTC Final

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

Indian star batter Virat Kohli has lauded Rohit Sharma ahead of World Test Championship final saying the Indian team skipper has “got more time than anyone else” to strike a ball and the way he has performed in Tests over the last three-four years is a testimony to his temperament.

Virat said in the video posted by ICC that Rohit Sharma is a special player.
“I have always said that Rohit has got more time than anyone else and that is the special ability that he had from day one. When I saw him play the first time, I understood what the hype was all about and why he was rated so highly. What he has done for India in white ball cricket over a long period of time we all knew…the way he has performed in test cricket over the last three-four years is a testimony to his temperament of playing test cricket,” Virat added.

Virat hoped that Rohit Sharma will continue his form and noted that opening innings is not an easy job.

“Opening is not an easy job and he has done a wonderful job, opening the innings for us. He has performed well in all formats, enjoy watching him, especially from the other end, and hopefully, he can repeat his performance of what he did in Oval last time,” Virat said.

Rohit played four Tests this year and scored 242 runs with an average of 40.33. He hit one century this year.

Overall, Rohit has featured in 49 matches in which he has smashed 3379 runs at an average of 45.66. He has scored nine centuries and 14 fifties.

India’s squad for WTC final: Rohit Sharma (Captain), Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, KS Bharat (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Mohd. Shami, Mohd. Siraj, Umesh Yadav, Jaydev Unadkat, Ishan Kishan (wk).

Suryakumar Yadav, Mukesh Kumar and Yashasvi Jaiswal have been named as stand-by players for the high-stakes match.

Australia squad for WTC final: Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Cameron Green, Marcus Harris, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Todd Murphy, Michael Neser, Steve Smith (vc), Mitchell Starc, David Warner

Standby players: Mitch Marsh, and Matthew Renshaw. (ANI)

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‘School Syllabus Isn’t A Holy Book Cast in Stone; It Needs Periodic Revisions’

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

Sarika Kansal, 44, a senior teacher with a reputed school in Greater Noda West, says NCERT syllabi require regular amendments to stay relevant to the changing times. Her views:

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) recently made some changes in the curriculum of certain subjects. These changes have drawn mixed reactions from the academia across the country. While some teachers consider it to be a positive step towards rationalization of school learning, others believe that it may have a negative impact on the students’ overall learning experience.

One of the major changes that have been made in the NCERT syllabus is the reduction in the number of chapters in certain subjects like Science and Social Science. This has been done to make the syllabus more concise, relevant, and easier for the students to follow. I welcome this progressive and holistic change, as I believe that it will help students focus better on the key concepts and principles of these subjects.

Another significant change that has been introduced is the inclusion of chapters on new and relevant topics, such as sustainable development, gender equality, and mental health, in subjects like Civics and Psychology. This change has been drawn positive response from the majority of teachers. I believe that it will help students develop a more inclusive understanding of society and the world around them. It will not only help students become more aware and sensitive to social issues but also enable them to become responsible citizens of the country.

***Kansal welcomes new changes in NCERT syllabi***

Some teachers have raised concerns over the NCERT’s decision to remove certain chapters and topics from the syllabus, as they believe that it would deprive students of an in-depth understanding of the subject matter. Many teachers feel that certain crucial topics must be a part of the curriculum, even if they appear to be complex or challenging, as these topics can help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Some teachers have noted that the NCERT curriculum’s latest changes may lead to an overemphasis on memorizing facts and information, rather than understanding and applying them. They fear that the reduction in the number of chapters may lead to a shift towards learning by rote, which could do more harm than good to students’ learning and development.

I personally believe that education and learning must remain conscious of the new changes being brought in society as well as new advancements in the field of science and technology. School syllabus cannot be a Holy Scripture cast in stone. It has to be revised periodically to suit and serve new realities. Overall, the NCERT’s latest changes in the syllabi are also part of this continuous process of revision.

addition, NCERT is open to feedback and suggestions from teachers and other stakeholders. Those who do not subscribe to the changes brought in can register their differences via media and social media and generate a debate or discussion. This is how academic sector works. Consequently, proper steps need be taken to ensure that the revised curriculum is student-friendly, socially relevant, and effective.

As told to Deepti Sharma

Wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik

Punia, Sakshi Reach Anurag’s Residence For Talks

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

Wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik reached the residence of Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur following fresh proposal by the government for discussion on the issues raised by them during their protest.

Anurag Thakur had said on Tuesday that the government is willing to have a discussion with the wrestlers on their issues.
“I have once again invited the wrestlers for the same,” he had said in a tweet.

The wrestlers have been protesting to press their demand for arrest of BJP MP and WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment allegations against him.

Olympics medallist Sakshi Malik had said earlier in the day that they will discuss the talks proposal of the government and take a consensus decision.

“We will discuss the proposal given by the government with our seniors and supporters. Only when everyone gives their consent that the proposal is fine, then will we agree. It won’t happen that we will agree to anything that the government says and end our protest,” Malik said in a telephonic interview with ANI.

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51 Hrs, 2300 Staff, Vaishnaw-Led Team Worked Hard: Odisha Rail Accident

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

Late on the evening of June 2, when the deadly rail accident took place in Balasore in Odisha the public had very little idea of how devastating its impact would be. The challenge was staring in its face for the first responders and the concerned department of Indian Railways.

Within hours of the accident, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw was on the ground. While he traversed through the accident site, understanding the technicalities of the accident, and of course monitoring the rescue and relief operations, it was not without a plan.
“What is the next thing we need to do and what is the next plan that is exactly how the minister works, this was no different,” a senior official told ANI.

There was definitely a plan in place to ensure maximum utilisation of the human resources with the single focus being on saving as many lives as possible, ensuring medical assistance was provided at the earliest to the injured and most of all work was done to ensure the train line was clear and running as soon as possible.

“Eight teams were constituted with at least 70 members to work on the ground. Then each of these two teams was supervised by Senior Section Engineers (SSE). Further, these SSE were supervised by one DRM and one GM Railways. They were further supervised by a member of the Railway Board”, a senior railway ministry source told ANI.

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“Monitoring Situation,” Says US After Air India Flight Diverted To Russia

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

The United States has said that it is continuing to closely monitor the situation after a San Francisco-bound Air India flight made an emergency landing in Russia.

Principal Deputy Spokesperson, for the US Department of State, Vedant Patel has said that the department is aware of the US-bound flight that had to make an emergency landing in Russia on Tuesday.
Flight AI173 from Delhi-San Francisco was diverted to Magadan in Russia due to an engine glitch, the airline said in a statement on June 6 evening.

The flight with 216 passengers and 16 crew landed safely.

Addressing a press briefing here, Patel said, “I’m not able to confirm how many US citizens were aboard the flight at this time. It was a flight that was bound for the United States. So, it is, of course, likely that there are American citizens on board.”

Responding to a media query, the deputy spokesperson said that Air India is sending a replacement aircraft.

“As you probably also saw, there’s public reporting from Air India that they are sending a – what my understanding is – a replacement aircraft to the destination to have the passengers carry on for their route, but I would defer to the air carrier to speak to anything further on this.”

Earlier, on Tuesday, the Delhi-San Francisco Air India flight was diverted to Russia’s Magadan due to an engine glitch, the airline said.

“Air India flight AI173 of date operating from Delhi to San Francisco developed a technical issue with one of its engines. The flight with 216 passengers and 16 crew was diverted and landed safely in Magadan airport in Russia,” Air India said in a statement.

“The passengers are being provided all support on the ground and will be provided alternate options to reach their destinations at the earliest. The aircraft is undergoing the mandatory checks on the ground. We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused to the passengers,” it added.

Meanwhile, the US Department of State spokesperson Patel told reporters at the press briefing, “And of course, we’ll let Air India speak to any steps that they’re taking as it relates to mitigating the technical issues.” (ANI)

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MP: Two Wagons Of Goods Train Carrying LPG Derail In Jabalpur

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

Two wagons of LPG rake of a goods train derailed in Shahpura Bhitoni of Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur, Railway officials said on Wednesday.

According to the West Central Railway CPRO, the derailment took place while the goods train was placed for unloading.
“Two wagons of the LPG rake of a goods train derailed while being placed for unloading last night. No mainline movement of trains was affected. Train movement is normal in the main line. Restoration work started after sunrise in the presence of siding authorities. Fitness certificate issued by siding owner”, CPRO West Central Railway said.

More details are awaited.

At least 275 lives were lost and over 1000 individuals were injured in a three-train collision in Odisha’s Balasore on June 2. The railways said that as far preliminary investigation the accident may have resulted on account of ‘signalling interference’.

The preliminary report on the tragedy said the three-way accident involved Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express, the Coromandel Express and a goods train on three separate tracks at Bahanaga Bazar Station in Balasore district.

As many as 17 coaches of these two passenger trains were derailed and severely damaged in the accident on Friday evening. (ANI)

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Murmu Emplanes For Serbia On State Visit

By LokMarg 7th June 2023

In the next leg of her two-nation tour, President Droupadi Murmu has departed for Serbia after concluding her visit to Suriname.

She will be in Serbia on a state visit till June 9, at the invitation of Serbian President Aleksander Vucic.

Murmu was in Suriname from June 4 to 6 and at the invitation of Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi.

President Murmu’s visit to Serbia comes at a time when tensions have been rising in the past week in Kosovo, which declared independence from Serbia in 2008. Several clashes are being reported with protesters over the installation of ethnically Albanian mayors in a disputed election. As many as dozens of NATO peacekeepers have sustained injuries this week in northern Kosovo as they clashed with ethnic Serbs, inciting fears of a larger escalations between Serbia and Kosovo, The New York Times reported.

However, Ministry of External Affairs has said India does not recognise the declaration of independence of Kosovo, and that the situation in the country won’t affect President Draupadi Murmu’s visit to Serbia.

Addressing a special briefing on the President’s visit to Suriname and Serbia, MEA’s Secretary West Sanjay Verma said, “Well, we are aware of the recent disturbances in Kosovo, which is at the extreme southern tip of Serbia. We have no reason at this point of time, as I say this, to be concerned that those incidents or have any consequence on the state visit of my president, nor have we been suggested otherwise by the hosts.”

“On the matter of Kosovo, our stance has been quite clear and consistent that we do not recognise the declaration of independence by Kosovo. We, however, also believe that any differences need to be resolved through dialogue,” Verma added.

He said he was hopeful that the disturbances in the country over the last few days are resolved peacefully through talks and that there is a de-escalation of the situation.

Replying to a media query on whether the President’s visit was planned before the political crisis, Verma said it was pre-planned.

“For a matter of record, this has been a longstanding invitation. I won’t remember exactly how long, but at least over a year, year and a half. I think because of the conflict in Ukraine, it was it had to be rescheduled. And now we think it’s a conducive time for this visit to take place,” Verma added.

Serbia does not recognise the sovereignty of Kosovo and has the backing of China, Russia and five other EU nations, which also do not recognise the country. (ANI)

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Tania Turned Photographer For Bobby

By LokMarg 6th June 2023

Actor Bobby Deol and his wife Tania Deol recently completed 27 years of their wedding.

On Tuesday, the actor took to his Instagram and shared a string of romantic pictures clicked by his younger son Dharam Deol.
He captioned the post, “Us @iamdharamdeol always capturing the perfect moment.”

In the pictures, Bobby could be seen hugging and kissing his wife. The couple were twinning in casual white outfits.

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

Veteran actor Dharmendra showered blessings on the couple and wrote, “Be happy healthy and strong. love you my darling kids.”

Actor Rahul Dev wrote, “Waah! Timeless.”

A fan commented, “Candid and warm vibe.”

“God bless both..,” a user wrote.

Bobby and Tania tied the knot on May 30, 1996.

Bobby and his wife welcomed son Aryaman in 2001 and son Dharam in 2004.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Bobby was last seen in Prakash Jha’s political drama series ‘Aashram 3’ which premiered on MX Player and received positive responses from the audience.

He will be next seen in director Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s gangster drama film ‘Animal’ alongside Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Anil Kapoor.

The film is all set to hit the theatres on August 11 and will face a big Bollywood clash with Sunny Deol’s film ‘Gadar 2’.

Apart from that, he also has director Anil Sharma’s next ‘Apne 2’ along with Sunny Deol, Karan Deol and his father Dharmendra. (ANI)

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