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Sonu Sood helps Jhansi villagers, promises to tackle water scarcity by installing handpumps

Sonu Sood helps Jhansi villagers, promises to tackle water scarcity by installing handpumps

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood, who has been in the limelight because of his philanthropic work, recently extended support to a village in Jhansi after a man approached the actor with the concern of no water in his village, due to which the villagers were facing problems.In order to help the villagers, the 47-year-old actor started the work of getting hand pumps installed there. Speaking about it, Mr Sood said, "These guys asked because there was no water, the kids in the family were really suffering. They had to walk kilometers to get the water, so we are getting handpumps installed…
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141 Farmers Committed Suicide in C Garh in 10 Months: Govt

141 Farmers Committed Suicide in C Garh in 10 Months: Govt

As many as 141 farmers have committed suicide in Chhattisgarh in the last 10 months, the state government informed the legislative Assembly on Friday.The issue of farmer suicides rocked the Assembly, with the opposition BJP demanding a probe into these cases and seeking compensation for the kin of deceased farmers. The issue was raised by Leader of Opposition Dharamlal Kaushik during the Question Hour, when he sought to know how many farmers had committed suicide between April 2020 and February 1, 2021 in the state and the reasons for these deaths. In response, state Agriculture Minister Ravindra Choubey said 141…
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Mon police issue traffic regulation: Nagaland

In view of the proposed visit of union health minister, Dr. Harsh Vardhan, the Mon police have issued a temporary traffic regulation for smooth vehicular movement.  According to DIPR report, the following locations have been notified as “no entry zone” till the departure of the VVIP from Mon town: Konyak Union Office junction to Private Station; private station (ENSF traffic point) to helipad ground; KNSK office junction via Assam Rifle Camp to helipad ground and helipad ground via private station via hospital junction.  Meanwhile, the following locations have been notified as “entry points”: NST junction via Longwa junction via private…
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Dilip Rai’s film ‘Jeevan’ becomes first in short film competition

Dilip Rai’s film ‘Jeevan’ becomes first in short film competition

Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS) has announced the name of the winners of the short film competition held in Gangtok. In the open category, Dilip Rai directed film 'Jeevan' came first, Dipankar ratna Sakya directed 'Pretty Woman' came second and Biswas Timsina directed 'Awareness Starts at Home' came third.  The winners were announced and awarded Rs. 1 lakh, 70 thousand and 50 thousand respectively. Similarly, 'A Silent Diary' directed by Amon Rai came first in the student category, while Kumar Bishwakarma's 'HIV sanga ko jiwan' and Shrishti Pradhan's 'Bhagya ko Vidambana' came first, second and third respectively. A total…
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164 Inf. Bn. (TA) (H&H) conduct free health camp: Nagaland

164 Inf Bn (TA) (H&H) Naga under the aegis of HQ IGAR (N) conducted a free medical screening and treatment camp at Jakhama village on February 11 as a part of military civic activity. According to PRO HQ IGAR (N), the camp screened locals and underprivileged residents of remote region of Jakhama village for common medical disorders such as diabetes and hypertension. It may be noted that, majority of the population catered were 60 years and above. A six year old with amputated left elbow was also brought to the camp and his parents were advised to provide the child…
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Akzo Nobel India launches Dulux Assurance Program

Akzo Nobel India launches Dulux Assurance Program

Dulux Assurance Program has been launched by Akzo Nobel India. This first-of-its-kind program assures perfect colour, finish and coverage else the paint will be replaced. This program is being rolled out across the country on a wide range of Dulux premium interior and exterior product portfolio. The launch of the Dulux Assurance to customers will be supported by new point of sale materials in-store and communications across social and digital channels. Consumers can get in touch with Akzo Nobel via WhatsApp or its website, provide tax invoice, Dulux Assurance Card and photographs of the surface showing the problem areas. Upon validation…
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#KeepGirlsInSchool – Whisper’s programme

#KeepGirlsInSchool – Whisper’s programme

India’s leading feminine care brand, Whisper has entered into a partnership with UNESCO in a breakthrough partnership to raise awareness and educate girls on Menstrual Hygiene Management under its flagship programme #KeepGirlsInSchool.  In an effort to help young girls achieve their full potential, the movement begins with shedding light on the impact of 2.3-Crore girls dropping out of school - leading to 2.3-Crore unfulfilled dreams - due to lack of period education and protection. Bhumi Pednekar, a strong believer in empowering young girls, continues to be a part of the movement, championing the cause of making menstrual hygiene a priority in India. Last…
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Bhaiya Ji ka punch: Self-defence digital series

Bhaiya Ji ka punch: Self-defence digital series

When there is no school, nowhere to go and no time to play for the young ones, the parents have to wonder what to do to keep the young minds active and fresh. Aiming to help out, something exciting is coming their way. In collaboration with Britannia Tiger Krunch, the popular Dabangg Tiger, Sonu Sood is going to bring to youngsters the perfect dose to keep their energies up with an exciting self-defence digital series. To keep up the spirits of the little ones as they continue to stay at home, the Bollywood actor and humanitarian, the Bhaiya Ji will…
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CROW conducts checking of illegal trade practices: Nagaland

Consumer Rights Organisation Wokha (CROW) accompanied by Lotha Students’ Union (LSU) and Lotha Youth Hoho conducted extensive checking at sand stockists within Wokha town on February 23, 2021. A press release by media cell, CROW stated that during the checking a total of 20 shovels were seized at sand stockists/sales in Wokha town. On intervention, it was learned that the sand stockists were compelled to cut the shovels in order to save the expenses and for profit margin. The release stated that sand stockists in Wokha town were following the same business practices adding that business tools including mustard oil…
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