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Resolution introduced in US House of Representatives to designate April 14 as National Sikh Day

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Washington: A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a resolution in the US House of Representatives to designate April 14 as National Sikh Day in a bid to honour and celebrate the important role played by the Sikh community in strengthening and inspiring the people of the United States.
Observing that the US is enriched by the diversity of its residents, who have cultivated a climate of social tolerance and intellectual pluralism that has sustained the Nation throughout its history, the resolution said that Vaisakhi is a special occasion in which Sikhs remember the founding in 1699 of the Order of Khalsa, which played an important role in shaping the religion’s history and identity.
Introduced by Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, the resolution says that through leading charitable events, the Sikh community embodies the sense of public service that underlies the founding principles of the US.

Stating that people of the US feel obliged to honour the Sikh community’s important role in supporting and enriching the social fabric of the Nation, the resolution said Vaisakhi is a special occasion in which Sikhs remember the founding in 1699 of the Order of Khalsa, a fellowship of devout saint-soldier Sikhs, by the 10th Sikh Guru to fight tyranny and oppression, which played an important role in shaping the religion’s history and identity.
“It is altogether fitting and proper to celebrate the day of Vaisakhi alongside Sikhs throughout the world and to honour the lasting contributions made by the Sikh community to the US,” said the resolution.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

April 4, 2023
Blue badges still remain for legacy Twitter users as April Fool’s Day passes

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New York: As April Fool’s Day came and passed, the blue check marks on Twitter remained for legacy verified accounts and Elon Musk was yet to remove them and make those users pay $8 (Rs 900 a month in India) to remain verified.
Almost all legacy Blue check marks were intact on Monday, two days after the Musk deadline.
A new verified tagline for legacy Blue users now reads: “This account is verified because it is subscribed to Twitter Blue or is a legacy verified account”.

Twitter CEO on Sunday said that verification of accounts will help a lot.
“We are adding the date of verification to the profile. Note, only date since paid verification counts, since there was so much corruption in the past with legacy checkmarks,” he tweeted.
Musk has removed just one blue badge – that for the account of the New York Times which posted that it will not pay $8 for the verified Blue service with verification.
“Oh ok, we’ll take it off then,” the Twitter CEO posted.
However, Twitter can still remove legacy Blue check marks (unless it was indeed an April Fool’s Day prank).

According to Musk, only verified accounts will be allowed to appear in ‘For You recommendations’, starting April 15.
“Starting April 15, only verified accounts will be eligible to be in For You recommendations. This is the only realistic way to address advanced AI bot swarms taking over. It is otherwise a hopeless losing battle. Voting in polls will require verification for the same reason, he said last week.
“That said, it’s ok to have verified bot accounts if they follow terms of service and don’t impersonate a human,” Musk added.
Meanwhile, a report recently revealed that half of Blue service subscribers have less than 1,000 followers on the platform.
Twitter is also reportedly planning to give a $1,000 checkmark free to the top 10,000 organisations by follower count.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

April 3, 2023
Akshay Kumar uses his own meme for ‘prank’ video on All Fools Day

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Mumbai: Bollywood‘s Khiladi star Akshay Kumar is known for his prank and this time he took it a notch higher by using his own meme for a prank video on April Fool’s Day.
Akshay took to Instagram to share a hilarious video of pranking his clothing brand FORCE IX’s co-founder Manish Mandhana. However, what caught the eye was the ending of the clip, where he shared a glimpse of his character Bunty from the film ‘Bhagam Bhag’.
The video, which seems to have been shot inside a studio, shows Akshay and the crew members of his clothing brand. In the clip, Akshay lifts up Mandhana with his arms, however, the impossible task is done by help, which the co-founder is not aware of.

Akshay then asked Manish to lift him in the same manner, asking him to take all the weight on his arms. When Manish failed to do so and said it was difficult, Akshay did the task twice and Mandhana was impressed with Akshay’s “impossible” strength.
The entire unit was seen chuckling as Mandhana seemed confused.
Akshay captioned the clip: “Here’s some prank inspo for you all to try today. Tell me how it went. April Fool’s Day.”
On the work front, Akshay will next be seen in ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. He also has ‘OMG 2’, Hindi remake of ‘Soorarai Pottru’, ‘Capsule Gill’ and ‘Hera Pheri 3’.

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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

April 2, 2023
Zendaya shimmers in deep-blue sari on Day 2 of NMACC opening

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Mumbai: If Day One of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) opening in Mumbai on Friday night was all about the entertainment world — from Rajinikanth to SRK — with a sprinkling of politicians added to the mix, Day Two on Saturday night was dedicated to the power of haute couture.
From archival pieces carrying the creative stamp of John Galliano and the House of Dior to the Big Three of Indian couturiers — Anamika Khanna, Tarun Tahiliani and Sabyasachi Mukherjee — the NMACC cast a swish spell.
Topping the list of A-list attendees were ‘Euphoria’ star Zendaya in a flowing sultry deep blue sari with a playful floral border and gold-embellished blouse and supermodel Gigi Hadid, who exuded in the words of ‘Vogue’, “a modern Devdas look with an ivory and gold sari”, with a gold bangle stack and jewelled blouse to complete the look. Zendaya’s significant other, ‘Spider-Man’ Tom Holland, stuck to a black suit and bow tie.

Also seen were Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor (she in an embellished jumpsuit paired with a cape by Rahul Mishra), Anusha Dandekar(in vine-tinted lehenga with a cape and layered jewellery), footballer-politician Sunil Chhetri (in black sherwani and matching pants), Aditi Rao Hydari (in a heavily embroidered lehenga and an embellished white shirt), Lisa Ray (in chic white sari with a jewelled belt), and celebrated sculptor Jeff Coons, who opted for a long, knee-length kurta and cream pyjama set with jacket to complete the look.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

April 2, 2023
On April Fools’ Day, Bandi Sanjay mocks KCR’s unemployment allowance promise

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Hyderabad: On April Fools’ Day, Bandi Sanjay, the Telangana BJP president, took a dig at Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao’s unemployment allowance promise. Sanjay shared KCR’s photograph and sarcastically wrote, “Unemployed youth will be given ₹3016 allowance – CM KCR. If you believed that, Happy April Fools Day!”
This statement comes at a time when the BJP is leaving no stone unturned to target KCR ahead of the upcoming assembly polls in Telangana.
Telangana unemployment allowance
The unemployment allowance scheme was promised by KCR during the 2018 assembly polls when he sought a second term for the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS).
The scheme aims to provide Rs 3,016 per month to unemployed youths across the state.
BJP aims to win maximum seats in Assembly polls in Telangana
The BJP is leaving no stone unturned to win a maximum number of seats in the upcoming assembly polls in Telangana.
In the last assembly polls in 2018, the TRS won a resounding mandate, winning 88 out of 119 seats, while the Congress had to settle for just 19. The BJP could only manage to win a single seat.
However, their hopes increased after their performance in the GHMC elections.
The BJP’s constant targeting of KCR’s promises, including the unemployment allowance scheme, seems to be a part of their strategy to gain more votes in the upcoming polls.

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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

April 1, 2023
Hyderabad records hottest day of year so far as temperature jumps

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Hyderabad: Hyderabad recorded the hottest day of the year so far on Thursday as the maximum temperature soared high. Several other parts of Telangana also witnessed record temperatures yesterday, as per the Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS) report. The situation is expected to continue for the next few days.
According to the TSDPS report, the temperature in Hyderabad’s Tirumalagiri reached 39.6 degrees Celsius, and Saidabad recorded more than 39 degrees Celsius. The highest temperature in the entire Telangana was recorded in Kamareddy’s Bhiknoor. The Mandal’s temperature reached 43.8 degrees Celsius. After Kamareddy, Nirmal recorded the second-highest temperature of 42.7 degrees Celsius.
Temperature in Hyderabad to reach 40 degrees Celsius soon
The weather department has issued a forecast that predicts the maximum temperature in the state will be in the range of 37-41 degrees Celsius till April 2. Light to moderate rain or thundershowers may be witnessed at isolated places.
In Hyderabad, the maximum temperature is expected to be in the range of 35-38 degrees Celsius till April 2, but no rainfall is expected in the next three days.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Hyderabad has also forecasted that the temperature in the city is likely to be high till April 3. As per the weather department, the temperature in the city is likely to reach 40 degrees Celsius soon.
IMD Hyderabad issued yellow alert for Telangana
The weather department has issued a yellow alert for many districts of Telangana, but no warning has been issued for Hyderabad.
In view of the forecast made by both IMD Hyderabad and TSDPS, residents are advised to take necessary precautions and plan accordingly.
With the summer heat on the rise during the Ramzan, it is essential to drink enough water during sehri. As per various studies, a minimum of 60 ounces or nearly 2 liters of water can help a person keep hydrated for an entire day during the fast.

Apart from it, wearing loose, light-colored cotton clothing can also help in coping with the heat.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

March 31, 2023
Play ball! Here are all the officials throwing first pitches on MLB’s opening day.

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Oksana Markarova
Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. Oksana Markarova is set to throw out the first pitch at the Washington Nationals’ home opener against the Atlanta Braves on Thursday.
Markarova will be joined on the field by her daughter, Anna, as well as Oleksandr Rozhkov, Military Attaché at the Embassy of Ukraine to the United States.
“I am honored to start this Opening Day, and I am sincerely grateful to all Americans for standing with Ukraine as we fight for our homes, dignity, freedom, and independence. This war has already claimed the lives of hundreds of Ukrainian athletes and coaches, including one baseball player who fought within the ranks of Ukrainian armed forces,” Markarova said.
Markarova was appointed Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. in 2021.
Greg Abbott and George W. Bush
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and former President George W. Bush will join Lt. Reuben T. Mankin, who will throw the first pitch at Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Abbott threw out the first pitch in 2020 on video when fans were not allowed at games due to Covid-19. In 2021, Abbott backed out of an opening day first pitch with the Rangers over MLB’s decision to move the All-Star Game out of Atlanta.
Before serving as governor, Bush served as one of the managing general partners of the Rangers. Bush, along with other partners, combined to buy the team in 1989 for $89 million.
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( With inputs from : www.politico.com )

March 30, 2023
NTR’s ‘Chaitanya Ratham’ centre of attraction on TDP foundation day

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Hyderabad: The Telugu Desam Party (TDP), on its 41st formation day on Wednesday, showcased in Hyderabad its founder N. T. Rama Rao’s famous ‘Chaitanya Rathama’ which had helped him catapult to power in undivided Andhra Pradesh in early 1980s.
The TDP put on display the 1940 model Chevrolet van used by NTR for a state-wide campaign, at a meeting organised at Exhibition Grounds in Hyderabad to mark the formation day of the party.
With the ‘Chaitanya Ratham’ (chariot of awakening), NTR had introduced the new trend of the Rath Yatra in politics. He undertook a state-wide journey in this vehicle to address roadside meetings in all the districts to instill a sense of self-respect among Telugus.
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With this customised Chevrolet van, which is said to have logged 75,000 km, NTR changed the course of Andhra Pradesh politics.
The legendary Telugu actor had floated the TDP on March 29, 1982 on the slogan of Telugu self-respect. He created a record of sorts by coming to power within nine after forming the party, ending the monopoly of the Congress in the state.
Interestingly, NTR’s son Harikrishna had also become famous as ‘Ratha sarathi’ (charioteer) of ‘Chaitanya Ratham’.

TDP national President and former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu along with party leaders from both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana went down the memory lane with a close look at the historic campaign vehicle.
Chandrababu Naidu, who is son-in-law of NTR, paid rich tributes to the late leader and recalled his services for the people.
He said NTR brought recognition to Telugus across the world and strived for their all-round development. He said the TDP would continue to work in both the states to fulfill NTR’s ideals.
Large number of TDP leaders and workers from both the states attended the meeting.
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March 29, 2023
Saudi: Prophet’s Mosque cleaned five times a day during Ramzan

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Riyadh: The Agency for the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Prophet’s Mosque has announced that it is intensifying its efforts to clean and sterilize the Prophet’s Mosque during the holy month of Ramzan, the Saudi Press of Agency (SPA) reported.
According to statistics released by the General Presidency, the mosque and its courtyards are sterilized five times a day, while the toilets are cleaned about ten times a day.
The carpets of the Prophet’s Mosque are cleaned five times a day with a total of 300 carpet sweeping machines, and its floors are washed with 92 washing machines using 1,500 liters of fresheners and 18,000 liters of environmentally friendly sterilizers.
Additionally, 2,800 cupboards for shoes are cleaned and sterilized daily.
The agency has also equipped 10,000 chairs to serve the elderly and provide comfort for visitors and worshipers during their time in the Prophet’s Mosque.
The agency said, through its various departments, that it works in continuous coordination with the relevant authorities to serve visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque in accordance with the directives of the rulers, and to provide the highest level of services and improve them to achieve the goals of the Kingdom’s vision 2030 in increasing the number of pilgrims and visitors.
يُستخدم في تنظيف أرضيات في المسجد النبوي 92 معدة حديثة باستخدام 18 ألف لتر من المعقمات الصديقة للبيئة و1500 لتر من المعطرات بمعدل 5 مرات يوميًا خلال الشهر الفضيل. #شغف_الجوار #المسجد_النبوي pic.twitter.com/NxsoVQCub9
— وكالة شؤون المسجد النبوي (@wmngovsa) March 25, 2023
300,000 iftar meals provided daily at Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah
Every year, catering companies prepare for the iftar meals of the holy month of Ramzan to visitors at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, serving around 300,000 meals a day.
Iftar meals are served inside the mosque and surrounding areas with a focus on maintaining sanitary conditions. Meals usually include dates, fresh bread, yogurt, water, and sandwiches.

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March 29, 2023
Telangana: A day after joining Congress, D Srinivas resigns

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A day after rejoining Congress on Sunday, Veteran leader and Former TRS Rajyasabha MP D Srinivas submitted his resignation from the party.
Srinivas, who had rejoined the party on Sunday, played a key role to bring back congress into power in 2004 and 2009. His son D Arvind is the sitting BJP MP from Nizamabad.
He was to participate in the ‘Satyagraha’ protest against Rahul Gandhi’s disqualification from Lok Sabha. “Rahul Gandhi is my leader. How can you say that he doesn’t have the eligibility (of being an MP)? Given the sacrifices made by that family & their experience, you can’t question his eligibility. I am joining the party today. I shall be a part of their ongoing protest,” he had said, speaking to ANI.
In a video, where Srinivas signs his resignation his wife pleads with Congress to leave him alone owing to his health issues.
“This is the resignation letter of D Srinivas. I appeal to Congress and media persons not to trouble us anymore.”
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March 27, 2023