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11 Dec

Cabinet approves continuation of viability gap funding for social infra projects

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The finance ministry has notified the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme under which infrastructure projects would be selected for financial support to give a push to the sector. As per the scheme notified by the ministry, funding up to Rs 200 crore will be sanctioned by the Empowered Committee (EC) headed by the economic affairs secretary, while projects needing over Rs 200 crore would be approved by the EC with the approval of the finance minister. Members of the EC include NITI Aayog CEO, expenditure secretary, secretary of the line ministry dealing with the subject and joint secretary in the…

11 Dec

BJP to organise nationwide press conferences, chaupals on new farm bills

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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will organise press conferences and ‘chaupals’ in all the districts of the country on the new farm bills from Friday. 700 press conferences and 700 ‘chaupals’ will be organised in the coming days, according to news agency ANI. With thousands of farmers protesting against the Centre’s new agriculture laws staying put at Delhi borders, several routes in the national capital remained off bounds for commuters on Friday. PM Modi-led BJP party through these press conferences and chaupals will explain to people how these new farm laws are in the interest of the farmers and the…

11 Dec

After attack on Nadda, MHA summons West Bengal CS, DGP over law and order situation

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The tussle between Mamata Banerjee government and Centre over attack on BJP President JP Nadda’s convoy escalated further on Friday with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) summoning chief secretary and police chief of the state to discuss West Bengal’s law and order situation. The two were summoned on the basis of a report West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankar sent to the Centre on Friday morning about the law and order situation in the state. Sources said the chief secretary and the DGP of West Bengal have been asked to be present at North Block in Delhi for a meeting…

11 Dec

Alankrita Sahai says “A much older superstar is made to look 25, but a new comer is told they don’t look the age or part”

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“For the newbies, who are not from the film fraternity families or are not stars, they do face it. A much older superstar can be made to look 25 or any character but a new comer is discriminated or not selected because they don’t look the age or part,” rues Sahai. The former beauty queen, further asks, “Isn’t that what actors do we have to be molded by the director. There has to be a vision.” Sahai, who has been a part of films such as Love per Square Foot and Namaste England (2018), says even getting an audition is…

11 Dec

Steam inhalation with Vicks VapoRub helps Mira Kapoor

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Popular celebrity Mira Kapoor shares how steam inhalation with trusted Vicks VapoRub helps relieve cough and cold symptoms. Mira Kapoor said, “As the approach of the winter, I turn to a few simple measures to help fight against the seasonal flu and strengthen my body’s immunity. Apart from eating a balanced diet of fruits and vegetables, I also practice steam inhalation with Vicks VapoRub for 2-5 minutes daily when I have a cough and cold symptoms. I also read that steam inhalation has been recommended by the Ministry of Ayush. Since this is recommended especially with natural ingredients like Pudina…

11 Dec

Castrol Power1 Ultimate for a thrilling ride

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As the newest addition to Castrol’s range of cutting-edge and full synthetic motorcycle engine oils, Castrol POWER1 ULTIMATE has been launched by Castrol, India’s leading automotive lubricants company. The new Castrol POWER1 ULTIMATE range embodies surprise and excitement for the riders with 5 ultimate benefits across Acceleration, Protection, Smooth riding, Keeping Engine cool and Enduring Performance. This all-new variant anchors on a unique 5-in-1 formula. Designed and formulated for motorcycle and performance enthusiasts, the Castrol POWER1 ULTIMATE offers a broader range of choices. Castrol POWER1 ULTIMATE is available at Castrol Bike Points, dealerships and online in different viscosities like 10W-40,…

11 Dec

Himalaya’s Q-DEE tablets for quick relief

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One of India’s leading wellness brands, The Himalaya Drug Company, launched Q-DEE Mouth Dissolving Tablets ─ Q-DEE Immunity and Q-DEE Cramps. Q-DEE tablets from Himalaya usher the new era of formulations that quickly dissolve within180 seconds, leading to a faster onset of action. Q-DEE Cramps helps reduce discomfort during a woman’s monthly cycle and eases abdominal cramps. Q-DEE Immunity helps provide relief from the early onset of flu and common cold symptoms such as sore throat, cough, sneezing, and nasal congestion. It also helps in strengthening the immune system. The launch of Himalaya Q-DEE Immunity and Q-DEE Cramps is the…

11 Dec

Vi CSR and Nokia partner for SmartAgri solution

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Vodafone India Foundation, the CSR arm of Vi, in partnership with Nokia has deployed a Smart Agriculture solution that aims at improving the productivity of farmers in India. The pilot project being implemented across 100 locations in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra will be benefitting over 50,000 farmers in the region by enhancing their productivity and income. The SmartAgri project aims to enhance the livelihoods of small farmers through sustainable farming approaches, deployment of IoT solutions and by improving their access to information, using technology. To demonstrate the impact of technology in transforming agricultural practices in India, Vi…

11 Dec

Cyrus Broacha says that “When people say you have lost weight, I get depressed. I want to be as strong and big as possible,”

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There are few things that get Cyrus Broacha’s goat. Mumbai traffic, yoga, and people who while away time at the gym rank somewhere in the top five. “I hate yoga; I don’t like calisthenics. I hate people who come to gyms to just hang around. I hate cardio people, especially men who do cardio. Indian men have skinny arms and skinny legs. Cardio se kya hota hai, they lose more weight in arms and legs. They end up looking like four noodles and one big pizza in the middle,” he says in his inimitable style. For those who don’t follow…

10 Dec

At the age of 47 Music director Narendra Bhide dies of cardiac arrest

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Prominent music director Narendra Bhide died due to heart attack on Thursday morning at his Pune residence, family members said. Bhide was 47 and is survived by his parents, wife and two children. A civil engineer by profession and passionate musician, Bhide’s music was popular across all ages, from children to adults. He gave music from plays like ‘A Paying Ghost’ (2015) to films like Deool Band (2015), Bioscope (2015), Harishchandrachi Factory, Sane Guruji and Sarivar Sari. He also acted in the film, Mulshi Pattern. He was the Director at the Pune-based studio Dawn Infotainment. Bhide, popularly known among friends…