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Varun Dhawan catches Janhvi Kapoor getting makeup in bed
Varun Dhawan posted a behind-the-scenes video featuring co-star Janhvi Kapoor receiving makeup application while resting in bed. The actress appeared drowsy during the beauty routine and performed dance moves from their song Bijuria. Dhawan added text reading about laziness during makeup sessions and captioned the post referencing his character Tulsi. Janhvi responded with relief that the video remained muted. The social media content promoted their upcoming romantic comedy film. The production team released Perfect on September 18, featuring both lead actors alongside Punjabi artist Guru Randhawa. Randhawa contributed vocals, music composition, and lyrics for the track with collaborators Gill Machhrai and Rony Ajnali. The makers...
Murmu's personal puja in Gaya puts the city on lockdown
President Droupadi Murmu travels to Gaya on Saturday for sacred Hindu ceremonies at Vishnupad Temple. The head of state will conduct Pind Daan and Tarpan rituals honoring ancestral spirits and seeking their salvation. Gaya ranks among Hinduism's most revered destinations for such ancestral worship practices. The temple sits beside the Falgu River and draws worshippers nationwide during the current Pitru Paksha observance period. Rashtrapati Bhavan announced the presidential visit through an official declaration. Murmu will journey from Gaya Airport via a designated path through Gate Number 5, bypass roads, Narayani Bridge, and Bengali Ashram before returning along the same route. District officials have implemented comprehensive...
Army corners terrorists in Kishtwar, seizes arms in Poonch
Security forces engaged terrorists during intelligence-driven operations across Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday. The White Knight Corps reported contact with militants near Kishtwar at 8 PM on September 19, leading to active firefights. Military personnel continue pursuing the targets while maintaining operational security. Joint teams recovered significant weapons caches during separate raids in Poonch district. Forces seized one AK-series rifle, four magazines, and twenty hand grenades from terrorist hideouts. Intelligence agencies pursue comprehensive strategies against militant networks and their supporters throughout the region. Security teams target drug trafficking operations that generate funding for terrorist activities...
Amitabh Bachchan needs audience applause to feel alive
Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan addressed generational shifts in appreciation through his blog platform. The veteran performer posted an image from Kaun Banega Crorepati featuring audience members delivering a standing ovation. Bachchan emphasized how audience applause sustains performers throughout their careers. He noted that younger people maintain different standards for praise compared to older generations. The actor described future generational changes as mysterious yet natural. The cinema legend regularly communicates with supporters through written updates on his personal website. Bachchan recently explored themes of contentment and life philosophy through his writings. He argued that genuine wealth exists in values...
Modi brings a Rs 34,200 crore bonanza to Bhavnagar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels to Gujarat Saturday for the Samudra se Samriddhi programme at Jawahar Maidan in Bhavnagar. The event features development projects valued at more than Rs 34,200 crore across multiple sectors. Modi will establish foundations and open facilities during this high-profile gathering. Maritime infrastructure receives significant attention with initiatives worth Rs 7,870 crore spanning major Indian ports. The Mumbai International Cruise Terminal at Indira Dock opens alongside new container facilities at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port. Gujarat receives Rs 26,354 crore worth of state-specific projects spanning renewable energy, healthcare, and transportation. The HPLNG Regasification Terminal at Chhara Port...
Trump slaps a huge $100,000 fee on all H-1B visas
President Donald Trump implemented sweeping changes to the H-1B visa program by signing a new proclamation at the White House on Friday. The policy mandates a $100,000 annual fee for each visa application, targeting both new requests and renewals. Trump stated the measure aims to incentivize American worker hiring while Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick argued the cost will discourage foreign labor recruitment. The administration claims major technology companies support these modifications. Visa holders may only renew their status for a maximum six-year period under the revised framework. The proclamation asserts that companies have exploited the H-1B system to replace American employees with lower-paid foreign workers. Trump also...
Samson and Arshdeep save India from Oman in the Asia Cup
India defeated Oman by 21 runs at Sheikh Zayed Stadium during Thursday night's T20 Asia Cup encounter. Sanju Samson contributed 56 runs from 45 deliveries while Arshdeep Singh achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian male cricketer to capture 100 T20I wickets. The victory preserved India's perfect record in the tournament. India posted 188 runs for eight wickets after batting first. Abhishek Sharma provided early momentum with 38 runs from 15 balls. Oman responded strongly through partnerships between Captain Jatinder Singh and Aamir Kaleem, followed by Kaleem's 93-run stand with Hammad Mirza. Kaleem scored 64 runs while Mirza added 51 before both batsmen fell during the closing stages. Oman finished at 167 for four...
Two Assam Rifles jawans die in Manipur highway ambush
Armed attackers killed two Assam Rifles soldiers and wounded five others during an ambush in Manipur's Bishnupur district Friday evening. The assault occurred along the Imphal-Dimapur National Highway near Nambol Sabal Leikai as troops traveled between operating bases. Naib-Subedar Shyam Gurung and Rifleman Ranjit Singh Kashyap died in the attack, while injured personnel received treatment at Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal. Security forces launched extensive search operations to locate the unidentified perpetrators who opened fire on the military convoy. Authorities arrested six militants from banned organizations across three Imphal Valley districts within 24 hours of the incident. Three Kangleipak Communist Party...
Vijay Malik gets Titans' revenge on Thalaivas in Jaipur
Telugu Titans defeated Tamil Thalaivas 43-29 at SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on Friday during Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 action. The victory served as payback for their season opener loss against the same opponents. Vijay Malik earned a Super 10 while leading the Titans' offensive charge throughout the contest. The team combined strong raiding with solid defensive play to maintain control from start to finish. An early All Out pushed the Titans ahead 13-4 within the first ten minutes. Tamil Thalaivas mounted several comeback attempts led by Arjun and Narender during the middle phases. Arjun completed successful raids while Narender contributed defensive tackles and offensive points. However, the Titans responded to each Thalaiva's...
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