Biometric details of Rohingyas will be collected in 2 months: J-K Governor

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November 5, 2018

Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik on Monday said that the biometric details of Rohingya refugees will be collected within two months.

“Biometric details of Rohingyas will be collected within two months,” Malik said while addressing the media during the bi-annual ‘Darbar Move’.

On October 1, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh had said that all states have been asked to identify Rohingya refugees and collect their biometric data, a compiled report of which will be sent to Myanmar.

The Home Minister, while describing the Rohingya as illegal immigrants, had asked other political parties to not politicise the Centre’s efforts to identify them.

Rajnath’s directions came four months after he wrote a letter to the Jammu and Kashmir government, saying, “Such illegal migrations pose serious challenges and have security implications since some of the migrants have been found to have indulged in illegal activities and are vulnerable to radicalisation.”

Malik, while addressing the media, also expressed condolences on the death of Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secretary Anil Parihar and his brother, Ajeet in Kishtwar and said the terrorists who killed the brothers have been identified.

“Terrorists were frustrated as the local body polls were conducted smoothly; hence, they carried out this murder. The moral of the security forces is high, and no terrorists can disturb the panchayat elections,” he said.

Panchayat polls in the state are scheduled to begin on November 17. The voting will take place between 7 am and 2 pm and the entire poll process will be completed by December 17.

Devotees, media shouldn’t be stopped at Sabarimala: Kerala HC

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November 5, 2018

The Kerala High Court on Monday ruled that devotees and media should not be barred from entering the Sabarimala Temple.

The court said that the state government should not interfere in day to day activities of the temple and ordered a department-level inquiry on policemen who had damaged the vehicles during the October 17 protests.

Meanwhile, amid tight security, devotees of Lord Ayyappa on Monday began the trek from Nilakkal base camp to the hill shrine of Sabarimala ahead of the temple’s opening this evening.

After the special ‘Athazha Puja’, the temple will get closed on Tuesday evening.

In the wake of violent protests during the monthly pooja in October, the state police issued prohibitory orders at Pamba, Nilakkal and other areas near the holy shrine, and are maintaining vigil on vehicles going towards the temple.

The Pathanamthitta district administration has imposed Section 144, prohibiting the unlawful assembly, in Sannidhanam, Pamba, Nilakkal, and Elavunkal till November 6.

The Sabarimala Temple and its surrounding areas witnessed a series of protests in October over the Supreme Court’s decision allowing the females of all age group to enter the holy shrine. However, in spite of the top court’s order no women in menstruating ages were able to enter the sanctum sanctorum of the temple when it opened last time.

No more time to install vapour recovery devices at fuel stations: NGT to oil cos

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November 5, 2018

The National Green Tribunal has refused to grant more time to state-owned oil firms to install vapour recovery devices at all fuel stations in the National Capital Region (NCR).

A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel said that the release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are a hazard to public health which has to be safeguarded by installing recovery devices.

It said that the installation of machines was necessary in view of the adverse effects of VOC chemicals like benzene, toluene, and xylene on human health and the environment.

Vapour recovery device is an instrument to capture displaced vapours that emerge from inside a vehicle’s fuel tank when petrol or diesel is dispensed into it.

“It is undisputed that release of VOCs is a hazard to the public health which is to be safeguarded by installing VRDs/VRS, under the Precautionary Principle and Principle of Sustainable Development, no activity can be allowed to be carried out resulting in damage to the public health,” said the bench also comprising Justice S P Wangdi.

“In this view of the matter, we do not find any justification to grant a further extension of time. In fact, there may be an issue of recovering compensation for damage to the environment already caused by the release of VOC,” the bench.

The green panel said that the difficulties in procuring devices or delay in granting approvals by the authorities cannot be a ground for continuing any activity affecting public health without safety standards.

The tribunal also said that its directions will apply to the NCR where the air quality is extremely bad in the present time and asked the oil firms to comply with it within three months.

The NGT had earlier directed the companies to install vapour recovery devices at all fuel stations by October 31 but they had moved a plea seeking an extension, saying that grant of approvals for vapour recovery devices was a time-consuming process as they had to be imported.

Seat-sharing talks among parties to be finalised on Nov 9: Congress

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November 5, 2018

The Congress, which is leading the “grand alliance” of opposition parties for the December 7 Legislative Assembly elections in Telangana, on Monday said that seat-sharing among the parties would be finalised by November 9.

“Talks are on with all. Nearly, it has concluded. You will come to know by (November) 9th. There is no problem in seat sharing of the alliance,” RC Khuntia, AICC in-charge of party affairs in Telangana, told reporters here.

The “grand alliance” comprises Congress, Telugu Desam Party, CPI and Telangana Jana Samiti (TJS).

“Talks are on with TJS, TDP, CPI. You will come to know by (November) 9th. All the list also will be released,” Khuntia said.

He was replying to a query about seat-sharing among “grand alliance” partners and the TJS reportedly seeking more seats than what it was offered.

The Gazette notification for the elections will be issued on November 12 and the last date of nominations is November 19, according to the schedule released by the Election Commission.

There are a total of 119 assembly seats in the state.

The TDP, TJS, and CPI are reportedly seeking 18, 14, and at least five seats respectively as part of seat-sharing.

Earlier, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) Telangana unit leaders announced support to the Congress.

Cheryl wipes off all Instagram posts

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November 5, 2018

Cheryl deleted all of her Instagram posts Sunday.

The 35-year-old singer has even removed her display picture, including the photo of her ex Liam Payne holding their son Bear.

Cheryl is currently following no one on the photo-and-video-sharing social media platform.

Her bio now cryptically reads “#LoveMadeMeDoIt”.

Cheryl currently has 3.7 million followers on Instagram.

She had taken a step back from the spotlight after welcoming Bear last year.

The singer split with Payne in July.

Demi Lovato out of rehab

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November 5, 2018

Demi Lovato is through with her rehabilitation stint.

The singer was in rehab since being hospitalised for a nearly fatal drug overdose in July.

“She just got back to LA a couple days ago. She seems to be doing well so far,” a source of Lovato told a leading magazine.

Last month, the singer’s mother Dianna De La Garza confirmed that Lovato had completed 90 days of sobriety.

The singer was spotted outside Matsuhisa restaurant on Saturday night, sitting beside clothing designer Henry Levy inside a car.

“Demi looked great and so happy to be out. They seemed like good friends who were catching up and excited to see one another. There wasn’t any PDA or romantic gestures, but she was smiling and laughing throughout dinner.

“She was very relaxed and at ease. She said hello to the sushi chefs when they greeted her with a big smile. She seemed happy and healthy. They stayed for an hour and a half before leaving together in his car,” an eyewitness told E! News.

Several people tweeted that they spotted the 26-year-old singer at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights on Friday.

Ryan Reynolds trolls Hugh ‘Wolverine’ Jackman

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November 5, 2018

Hugh Jackman just got trolled by his fellow Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds.

Reynolds of ‘Deadpool’ fame took to Twitter and posted a parody video about how ‘The Wolverine’ star Jackman is contesting for the United States Presidential elections.

Reynolds does the commentary in the 40-second-long mock political advertisement. Released on Friday, the video talks about Jackman’s recent movie ‘The Front Runner’, where the ‘X Men’ star plays the role of a onetime presidential candidate Gary Hart.

The video, inspired by the mid-term election season, begins on a hilarious note as the introductory title reads, “But before voting begins, some people should consider these facts”.

Upping the comic quotient, the video goes on to point out that Hugh Jackman isn’t his real name.

In the next frame, a birth certificate of the ‘The Greatest Showman’ star appears which reveals his name as Hugh Michael Jackman.

The video even mocks about Hugh being from Milwaukee despite the individual speaking in “a charming accent”, which is indicative of the Australian accent he speaks in.

Jackman is even held responsible for the nation’s unemployment, as the parody accused him of walking off from playing ‘Wolverine’ in the X-Men movies.

As the video nears its end, a photo of Reynolds appears where he comically announces, “I’m not Ryan Reynolds and I approve this message”.

Jackman, well known for repeatedly playing X-Men superhero Wolverine, reacted on his Twitter handle in his own quirky way.

In the video posted by Hugh Jackman, he can be seen picking up dog poop from a photo of Reynolds lying on the road.

Akshay Kumar to reunite with R Balki, Fox Star Studios for ‘Mission Mangal’

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November 5, 2018

Akshay Kumar’s next will be “Mission Mangal”, which is being touted as India’s first space film.

This film will be a joint production between Fox Star Studios and Akshay’s home production Cape Of Good Films.

Both Fox Star Studios and Cape of Good Films will collaborate for two other distinct entertainers which will have Akshay in the lead, a statement issued by Fox Star read.

The actor is set to reunite with his “Padman” director who will co-produce the film.

“Mission Mangal” will be directed by Jagan Shakti.

Akshay said he is delighted to collaborate with Fox Star Studios. He said he is looking forward to deliver meaningful and entertaining cinematic experience to the audience.

“With our combined energies we hope to create content that not only excites but also empowers,” the actor said in a statement.

Citing example of their last collaboration, “Jolly LLB 2” that turned to be one of the biggest hits of 2017, Vijay Singh, CEO, Fox Star Studios, said he is happy to partner with Akshay for a three-film deal.

“Akshay is one of the most successful actors who has a fantastic understanding of scripts and changing audience preferences. We are looking forward to an unprecedented collaboration with the National Award-winning actor,” Singh said.

Amar Butala, Chief Acquisition Officer, Fox Star Studios, said, “Akshay has played an immensely valuable role in creating and fronting stories that have not only enthralled the audience but have also inspired change and we hope to bolster that with this partnership.”

The shoot for “Mission Mangal” commences in mid November.

PeeCee’s ‘Pahuna’ to hit the screens on December 7

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November 5, 2018

Priyanka Chopra’s maiden Sikkimese production “Pahuna: The Little Visitors” is set to release on December 7.

Produced under Priyanka and her mother Madhu Chopra’s banner Purple Pebble Pictures, the film has been directed by Paakhi A Tyrewala.

The film revolves around three Nepali children who get separated from their parents, escape the Maoists agitation in Nepal and flee to Sikkim.

The 35-year-old actor took to Twitter to make the announcement on Monday.

“The wait is finally over… ‘Pahuna – The Little Visitors’ releases in theatres across India on 7th Dec 2018. This is a very special film and I can’t wait to share it with you all. #Pahuna7thDec,” she wrote alongside the movie’s poster.

Paakhi said the film is a symbol of hope, something that helps people get by in a tough world.

“Sometime it’s easier to just give up. Hope is what we all need. Like one of the characters in the film says, ‘It’s never all dark, there is always light.’

“Pahuna is full of hope. That is the reason it resonated with audiences young and old across the globe and now it’s releasing in the country it was made and meant for,” the director said in a statement.

Madhu added the film is special as it addresses the far-reaching consequences for children when adults make harsh decisions.

“This story is relevant globally in its appeal,” she added.

Last month, “Pahuna” was adjudged Best Film (Jury Choice) and Special Mention by Professional Jury in The International Feature Film Category at SCHLINGEL International Children’s Film Festival in Germany.

Co-produced by Children’s Film Society, India (CFSI), the film had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) last year.

Anushka is grateful to God for hubby Virat’s birth!

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November 5, 2018

Anushka Sharma is celebrating husband Virat Kohli’s 30th birthday with an endearing wish.

The ‘Sanju’ star took to social media to share some love soaked pictures with the Indian captain. She simply captioned them, “Thank God for his birth”

It seems filmmaker Karan Johar is also impressed with the actor’s subtle wish for her hubby. While terming it as the “sweetest birthday wish ever”, the acclaimed director extended his greetings to the Indian skipper as well.

“Sweetest birthday wish ever!!! Happy birthday Virat!!!!” he tweeted.

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The couple is reportedly celebrating the special day in Haridwar. They were spotted at the Mumbai airport on Friday night, after Anushka – along with the star cast of ‘Zero’, including Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif – launched the trailer of the film in the city.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli, one of the most talked about couples Tinseltown, are also gearing up for their first wedding anniversary. The two secretly got married in December last year. Post their nuptials in Italy; the couple hosted grand receptions in Delhi and Mumbai.