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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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Nineteen government teachers suspended in Manipur

As many as 19 teachers of different government schools in Manipur were placed under suspension from their services in two days after they were found absent during education minister’s surprise inspections. State education minister S Rajen was on surprise inspections of government schools from Tuesday. On the first day of his inspection on Tuesday, the minister found unauthorised absence of 17 teachers in two different schools in Imphal West and Imphal East districts. Irked by teachers not attending schools despite his repeated warning in the past, the education minister instructed concerned officials of the state education (school) directorate to put…
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‘Made in Korea, watched by world’: Netflix plans $500 million South Korea budget

‘Made in Korea, watched by world’: Netflix plans $500 million South Korea budget

Streaming giant Netflix has announced plans to spend nearly USD 500 million in South Korea in 2021, thus adding more variety and diversity to their growing slate across the globe. South Korean shows, movies and K-pop have garnered global popularity in recent years, building audience base in countries such as the US and India, which have a robust entertainment industry of their own. In the last five years — from 2015 to 2020 — Netflix invested $700 million to expand its slate of Korean content and established two purpose-built production facilities in the country. Besides acquiring rights to existing Korean…
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Pathan: Salman Khan to begin shoot with Shah Rukh Khan

Pathan: Salman Khan to begin shoot with Shah Rukh Khan

Salman Khan recently confirmed being a part of Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathan on Bigg Boss 14. The superstar had said that he will start shooting for the action thriller after he wraps up the controversial reality show. Now, as per a Bollywood Hungama report, the film’s climax will be shot at the top of Burj Khalifa in Dubai and Salman will be joining the lead star cast in the climax. Apart from this, Salman will have other scenes in the film too. Backed by Yash Raj Films (YRF), Pathan is helmed by War director Siddharth Anand. Pathan marks the 55-year-old…
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Assam govt extends ‘disturbed area’ tag for 6 months from Feb 27

Ahead of state assembly polls, the Governor of Assam has declared the entire State of Assam as “Disturbed Area” upto 6 months beyond February 27, unless withdrawn earlier, reports The Sentinel Assam.  In an official statement issued by the state government it said, “As per powers conferred under Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, the Governor of Assam has declared the entire State of Assam as “Disturbed Area” upto 6 (six) months beyond 27/02/2021, unless withdrawn earlier”. The announcement came with no official comment on the reason behind the extension of the Act, however, reports suggest…
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