INDIA

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Heavy Rainfall Triggers Devastation in Himachal; Over 60 Fatalities Recorded

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Shimla: Continued heavy rainfall has plunged Himachal Pradesh into a state of crisis, with cloudbursts, landslides, and road obstructions resulting in a tragic toll of over 60 lives lost. The relentless efforts to rescue injured individuals and extricate vehicles trapped beneath debris remain ongoing in both Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings that isolated yet substantial rainfall is anticipated to persist over Himachal Pradesh for the next two days. Furthermore, Uttarakhand and northeastern regions of India are projected to experience heavy precipitation for the next 4-5 days.The repercussions of this excessive rainfall are not confined to the mountainous areas alone. The Yamuna River's water levels in Delhi surpassed the da...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Congress Leaders to Assess Mumbai Preparations for 3rd INDIA Meeting.

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Mumbai: In a strategic move, senior Congress leaders are set to visit Mumbai to evaluate the readiness for the upcoming third gathering of the INDIA alliance. It has been reported that the Congress leaders will engage in discussions with the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) leadership, focusing on the arrangements for the pivotal INDIA meeting.This significant meeting of the INDIA alliance is slated to convene on August 31 and September 1 in Mumbai. The discussions during this assembly will revolve around devising strategies to effectively challenge the BJP-led NDA in the forthcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections.Meanwhile, Congress President Rahul Gandhi, along with other party leaders, is slated to convene a meeting with representatives from Delhi and Jharkhand at the party's headquarters. The...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Yamuna River in Delhi Exceeds Danger Mark Once Again

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New Delhi: Yamuna River in Delhi Exceeds Danger Mark Once Again, Reaching 205.39 Meters. The Yamuna River has surged beyond its danger mark in Delhi, reaching a height of 205.39 meters. Notably, just last month, the Yamuna shattered a 45-year record by rising to an unprecedented level of 208.65 meters due to intense rainfall. This resulted in widespread flooding in various low-lying regions of the national capital.Following that episode, conditions gradually ameliorated, allowing traffic to recommence on the roads that had been inundated for several days.

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

President, PM Honor Atal Bihari Vajpayee on Anniversary of His Passing

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New Delhi: On the occasion of the anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee's demise, President [Name] and Prime Minister [Name] paid their respects in a tribute to the late statesman. The commemorative event, marked by a wreath-laying ceremony and a prayer gathering, witnessed the presence of various esteemed figures including Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari.Namita Bhattacharya, the daughter of the former Prime Minister, along with her husband Ranjan Bhattacharya, also honored his memory with a floral tribute at the memorial.Leaders representing numerous constituents of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), among them Praful Patel, M. Thambidurai, and Jitan Ram Manjhi, converged ...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

minor girls missing case: Probe ordered into functioning of children home in Kanpur

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Kanpur: Investigation Launched into Operations of Children's Home in Kanpur. District Magistrate Visakh G. Iyer Initiates Inquiry into Both Incidents.Sources from GCH have revealed that the two missing underage girls were transferred to the facility from Kanpur Dehat, with one arrival on July 31 and the other on August 3. The placement of both girls at GCH was executed in accordance with the directives of the Juvenile Justice Board of Kanpur Dehat.According to the District Probation Officer (DPO), Jaideep Singh, the midday break at the shelter home commences at 12.30 p.m. Upon initial counting during this interval, all girls were confirmed to be present.However, when a subsequent count was performed at 1 p.m. following a staff shift change, it was discovered that two girls were...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

“Jailer” Box Office Triumphs: Rakes in ₹33 Crore on Independence Day

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"Jailer," featuring the charismatic Rajinikanth, continues its remarkable box office journey, setting new records with its astounding performance at ticket counters. The film garnered a staggering ₹33 crore on Independence Day, based on preliminary estimates from Sacnilk.com. This achievement propels the film beyond the ₹200 crore milestone, achieved within just six days since its release.Although "Jailer" has yet to match its opening day figure of ₹48 crore, its initial release witnessed a splendid response from audiences. Following a dip to ₹25.75 crore on Friday, the film made a spirited comeback with a collection of ₹34.3 crore on Saturday. This success continued, reaping ₹42.2 crore on Sunday. The film experienced a slight decline on Monday, amassing ₹23.55 crore. However, it made...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Owaisi Embarks on Bike Ride in Hyderabad to Mark Independence Day

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Hyderabad : Amidst Independence Day festivities, Asaduddin Owaisi took to the streets of Hyderabad on his Triumph Cruiser motorcycle. With two national flags proudly displayed on the handlebars, the Member of Parliament energetically traversed through various areas within his constituency as part of the celebrations.Maintaining a tradition he had observed before, Owaisi raised the tricolor at the Madina Circle, located near the iconic Charminar.This year, he extended his visit to several other locations to hoist the national flag. Asaduddin Owaisi, renowned for his fervor for biking on the city's roads, commenced his ride from his residence in Shastripuram. He was accompanied by a small group of security personnel and supporters, all riding their own motorcycles.https://twitter...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

“OMG 2” Box Office Soars: Collects ₹18.5 Crore on Independence Day

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"OMG 2," starring Akshay Kumar and Pankaj Tripathi, reached new heights at the box office with its exceptional performance on Independence Day. The film achieved its highest single-day collection on this national holiday and is anticipated to surpass the ₹100 crore mark this week. According to initial estimates from Sacnilk.com, the movie garnered a significant ₹18.5 crore on Tuesday. This cumulative five-day collection now amounts to ₹73.67 crore.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6ZKXqM7HNQ

Aug132023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Forces conduct full dress rehearsal at Red Fort ahead of Independence Day

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New Delhi: In preparation for Independence Day, a comprehensive dress rehearsal was executed at the historic Red Fort. Members of the Indian Air Force, Indian Army, and Indian Navy were observed marching with precision during this practice session.The event took place in the national capital, preceding the forthcoming Independence Day celebrations. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to raise the national tricolor flag and deliver an address. This year, India commemorates its 77th Independence Day. The rehearsal showcased the synchronized marching of personnel from the Indian Air Force, Indian Army, and Indian Navy at the iconic Red Fort.https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1690552656945905665

Aug132023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Rajinikanth’s Jailer has been performing well at the box office

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Rajinikanth's action-packed film "Jailer" has continued its successful run, accumulating an impressive total earning of ₹109 crore. The movie's performance has been outstanding, with a significant surge in collections observed on Saturday. Early estimates suggest that the film garnered ₹35 crore nett across all languages, contributing to its remarkable financial success.The movie had already demonstrated its potential by earning ₹48.35 crore nett on its opening day and following it up with ₹25.75 crore nett on Friday. With this consistent momentum, "Jailer" effortlessly entered the coveted ₹100 crore club within just three days.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5BeWdODPqoThe cumulative box office collection of "Jailer" has now reached approximately ₹109 crore nett in India acros...