‘Netra Mahakumbh’: Free eye checkups, treatment for pilgrims in Prayagraj

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‘Netra Mahakumbh’: Free eye checkups, treatment for pilgrims in Prayagraj

Prayagraj: In a remarkable initiative for the devotees attending the grand Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, a special camp named 'Netra Mahakumbh' has been set up to provide free eye checkups, spectacles, and medicines. This camp, running since January 13, is also offering free eye surgeries for those in need, along with promoting awareness about eye donation. The camp, supported by organisations like the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Saksham Foundation, and other social groups, has been helping thousands of pilgrims daily. According to Satyavijay Singh, the RSS's Kashi region service head, the Maha Kumbh is held every 12 years, and this year, the Netra Mahakumbh aims to provide free eye care services to up to five lakh people, including free eye checkups for three lakh individuals, ...

Jan272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Is Nimrit Kaur set to make her Bollywood debut with Kapil Sharma?

ENTERTAINMENT, SPECIAL

Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) Popular television actress Nimrit Kaur is in talks to join the sequel to Kapil Sharma’s comedy “Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2.”A source close to the development revealed that discussions are underway about Nimrit potentially joining the cast of “Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2.” According to reports, the actress’ name has emerged as a strong contender for a key role in the film.An insider was quoted saying, “There have been discussions about Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia joining the cast of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. While nothing has been finalized yet, her name has certainly come up as a strong contender. Given her popularity and charm, she would be a great addition to the film’s ensemble cast.”Directed by Anukalp Goswami, “Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2” is the sequel to the 2015 hit Kis Kis...

Jan272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Amit Shah to visit Maha Kumbh today, take holy dip in Triveni Sangam

INDIA, SPECIAL, TOP STORIES

Prayagraj, Jan 27 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to attend the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Monday, where he will take a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will accompany the Home Minister during this significant event. HM Shah will perform the ritual bath on the 15th day of the Maha Kumbh. A Dharma Sansad will also be organised in the fair area to unite Sanatanis across the country. As per the schedule, Amit Shah will arrive at Bamrauli Airport at 11:25 a.m. He will then proceed to the DPS helipad by helicopter at 11:50 a.m. and reach Arail Ghat at 12 pm. From there, he will board a boat to the VIP Jetty, arriving at 12:15 p.m. Speaking during his recent visit to Gujara...

Jan272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Rupali Ganguly remembers her father’s strength in face of hardships

ENTERTAINMENT, SPECIAL

Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) On her late father Anil Ganguly’s birthday, TV actress Rupali Ganguly shared an emotional tribute, opening up about the struggles and hardships her father endured in his lifetime. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Rupali remembered him not just as a father but as her hero and guru, whose life lessons continue to guide her. Sharing a heartfelt video, the Anupamaa actress wrote, ““Hum yahan paise kamane ke liye nahi karm kamane aaye hai“ My Hero … My Guru …. My Pappa…”Ganguly added, “Not a day goes by when we don’t get signs that you are watching over us …. Every good that happens is a result of your life lessons and your blessings… thank u for being that father who did not cushion his kids instead pushed them to break the norms , struggle and realize their potential… e...

Jan272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Joburg Super Kings bag bonus point win over Sunrisers

SPECIAL, SPORTS

Johannesburg, Jan 27 (IANS) Joburg Super Kings fast bolwers Lutho Sipamla and Hardus Vijoen ripped through the Sunrises Eastern Cape to drive their team to a comprehensive nine-wicket bonus point victory at the Wanderers.After all the rain the Highveld has experienced the past weeks, the Super Kings fans streamed through the turnstiles at the Wanderers to take in the perfect summer’s day to support their team.The yellow whistles bristling around the Bullring had an immediate effect with Sipamla (3-13) gaining the ultimate redemption.After the young fast bowler over-stepped at St George’s Park on Friday evening when he clean bowled Zak Crawley with the first ball of the innings, Sipamla followed it up on Sunday by having the England Test batter caught at slip this time.It was the perfect st...

Jan272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Clause-by-clause discussion to be held in Waqf JPC meeting, says Jagdambika Pal

INDIA, SPECIAL, TOP STORIES

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf Bill is set to convene on Monday at 11 a.m. to carry out a clause-by-clause discussion of the proposed legislation. The meeting comes with both the ruling party and opposition members proposing 444 amendments to the 44 clauses of the Bill, signalling a heated debate ahead.JPC chairman Jagdambika Pal, speaking to IANS, stated, "In the Waqf Board meeting, the clause-by-clause amendments made by the government will be discussed. The discussion will be completed today."Highlighting the extensive consultations, he added, "The JPC has engaged with all stakeholders and states over the past six months. Now, the proposed amendments in the Bill by the parliamentarians will be discussed, whether in favour or against."Pal emp...

Jan272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Lukashenko leads in Belarus presidential election: Exit poll

SPECIAL, TOP STORIES, WORLD

Minsk, Jan 27 (IANS) Incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko is leading the 2025 Belarus presidential election with 87.6 per cent of the vote, according to the first exit poll cited by the Belarusian Committee of Youth Organisations.The exit poll showed that the other four candidates received the following percentages of the vote: Oleg Gaidukevich 1.8 per cent, Alexander Khizhnyak 1.2 per cent, Anna Kanopatskaya 1.6 per cent and Sergei Syrankov 2.7 per cent. 5.1 per cent voted against all candidates.The head of state is considered elected if a candidate is supported by more than half of the voters.The presidential election kicked off in Belarus earlier on Sunday with polling stations opened at 8:00 a.m. (0500 GMT) and closed at 8 p.m. (1700 GMT).Voters casted their ballots at 5,325 pollin...

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Rahul Gandhi to hold rally in MP’s Mhow today

INDIA, SPECIAL, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Bhopal, Jan 27 (IANS) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will launch on Monday his party's nationwide programme 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' in Madhya Pradesh's Mhow, the birthplace of Dr B. R. Ambedkar.Gandhi will be accompanied by the party's national president, Mallikarjun Kharge and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. More than one lakh Congress workers, including the party's Working Committee Members (CWC), will attend the rally.Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari said that the rally is expected to be historic, with lakhs of party workers from across the state anticipated to participate. He said that every Congress cadre was excited about the rally and eager to raise their voice against the insult to Ambedkar from his birthplace.“The rally aims to safeguard the people’s rights,...

Jan272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Ambedkar statue vandalism: Dalit outfits call for Amritsar shutdown

INDIA, SPECIAL, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Amritsar, Jan 27 (IANS) Members of Dalit bodies have given a call for Amritsar shutdown on Monday to protest the vandalising of the iconic statue of B.R. Ambedkar on Heritage Street near the Golden Temple complex on the evening of Republic Day. They have demanded strict action against the accused, who was arrested by the police.According to the police, the accused, Akashdeep Singh, belongs to the Scheduled Caste community. The accused used a hammer to deface the statue and burnt the stone-carved Constitution book in front of the statue by lighting inflammable material on it. He used a ladder to reach the statue's top.The police said the motive behind the incident is yet to be ascertained. Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said a first information report (FIR) has been reg...

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Islamic Jihad demands releasing 30 Palestinians in exchange for Israeli female hostage

SOUTH ASIA, SPECIAL, TOP STORIES, WORLD

Gaza, Jan 27 (IANS) The Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement demanded that the Israeli government release 30 Palestinians in exchange for Israeli female hostage Arbel Yehud.Mohammed al-Hindi, deputy secretary-general of the movement, told Xinhua that the movement has informed international mediators that Yehud was still alive.The movement agreed to the conditions that would be reached through mediators, including the release of Yehud before next Saturday in exchange for the release of 30 Palestinian prisoners, said al-Hindi.Israel is trying to obstruct the ceasefire deal, he said, noting that Israel was supposed to allow the return of Palestinians to the northern Gaza Strip, which has not happened so far, Xinhua news agency reported.Al-Hindi said that the issue is on its way to being resolve...