After an all-night search of the ED's Madurai office, Tamil Nadu police report finding "incriminating" documents.

Ankit Tiwari, an Enforcement Directorate (ED) officer who was detained on Friday, is the subject of an alleged bribery case. The Tamil Nadu Police wrapped up a protracted search operation on Saturday morning.

Tiwari was posted at the ED office in Madurai, and the officer's home was also searched by the Tamil Nadu Police's Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC). Searches continued until six in the morning on Saturday, and authorities reported finding evidence of incrimination.

Prominent state government sources stated they would rebuff requests to transfer the investigation to a federal agency.

Tiwari was detained early on Friday morning on suspicion of accepting a bribe from a government physician. In a late-night press release, the DVAC said that Tiwari had gotten in touch with him on October 29, 2023, citing a 2018 case involving disproportionate assets against the government doctor that the DVAC's Dindigul district branch had already resolved. According to the DVAC statement, Tiwari purportedly stated that he had received orders to reopen the investigation from the Prime Minister's Office.

Officials claim that after the doctor was called to the ED office in Madurai on October 30, Tiwari allegedly forced him into a car and demanded a bribe of Rs 3 crore to stop the police from taking action. The doctor eventually agreed to accept Rs 51 lakh. It is purported that the first installment of Rs 20 lakh was delivered on November 1. Following the doctor's complaint to the DVAC, an operation was conducted, which resulted in Tiwari's arrest.

This occurs in the midst of the ED reopening a number of cases that the DVAC previously handled. State and DMK government ministers are involved in the majority of these cases. Minister V Senthil Balaji was arrested and imprisoned as a result of one such case.

The DVAC statement claims that during searches conducted after Tiwari's arrest, authorities found documents purportedly indicating Tiwari's potential involvement in threatening or blackmailing other officials with similar methods. According to the statement, more investigations are being conducted.

A DVAC representative commented on the search at the ED's Madurai office, saying: "At first, they said we cannot search and asked us to wait for permission. However, they consented after we showed them the warrant and made it clear that we were only there to search Tiwari's office. The Chennai office of the ED now has more security.

Khushi Kapoor claims that because she was exposed to social media at an early age, she no longer "overthinks" it: "I'm no longer sensitive to a lot of it."

Khushi Kapoor, the daughter of Boney Kapoor and Sridevi, is scheduled to debut in Bollywood in the upcoming Zoya Akhtar film The Archies. Khushi, who is currently occupied with movie promotion, has disclosed that she was exposed to the negative aspects of social media at a very young age. Khushi disclosed that, in contrast to before, she no longer takes anything personally and has learned to stop overanalyzing.

"Unfortunately, I think I was exposed to a lot of it (Social media) from a very young age, so I've been kind of desensitised to a lot of it," Khushi stated in an interview with NDTV. When you read something, you develop the ability to tell whether it is the result of someone else's insecurity or not. I've since learned not to take things so personally. I don't really think things through and analyse them as much as I used to. My ability to distinguish it now has been aided by my early exposure to it. Since I know their opinions are coming from a better place, I value them more than those of others who mean more to me.

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In the next movie, Khushi is portrayed as Betty Cooper. "What did Betty teach you about yourself?" was the question posed. "I think to be kinder to myself," the actor stated. She's a really tender and perceptive girl, and I believe she also taught me how to treat myself better. I have a tendency to put a lot of weight and strain on myself in everything. She kind of taught me to be kinder to myself and to put less pressure on myself throughout the shoot.

Alia Bhatt is overjoyed as her daughter Raha takes her first steps and refers to Ranbir Kapoor as her "not so little animal."

On Saturday, Alia Bhatt took to social media to congratulate her 'not-so-little animal' Ranbir Kapoor, who is receiving a lot of love for his latest film Animal. Alia also mentioned in her note that their daughter Raha took her first steps one day after Animal was released.

Alia took to Instagram to share a few photos of Ranbir with the caption, "For all that you are on and off camera." For your patience, silence, and love for your craft... and for being the person you are to your family. For making such significant strides as an artist... and for literally forcing our daughter to take her first steps today... Because you completely blew us away with your performance... & for making all of the above appear so simple Congratulations, my not-so-little animal."

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Alia's first photo is a black and white portrait of Ranbir during the Animal promotions, with him surrounded by a sea of fans. In the second photo, Ranbir is seen caressing Raha in his arms while reading her "I Love Dad" book.

Alia's post was well-received by her fans and family members. Soni Razdan, Alia's mother, posted a few red heart emojis in the comments section of the post to express her love for her daughter Alia, son-in-law Ranbir, and granddaughter Raha. Karishma Kapoor, Ranbir's cousin, tweeted "". One of their admirers tweeted, "With each and every scene in Animal, we just fell in love with this MEGA SUPERSTAR STAR ALL OVER AGAIN ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ ," while another said, "From Saawariya to Animal, it's been a treat to watch and adore you, Ranbir 🥰🥰🥰🥰."

Alia and Ranbir married in 2022, and their daughter Raha just turned one. Both actors have had a successful year in the movies. This year, Alia delivered Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani with Ranveer Singh, which was directed by Karan Johar and was a box office success. Heart of Stone was also her Hollywood debut. Ranbir was previously seen in Luv Ranjan's Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar and now appears in Animal.

Suhana Khan acknowledges she's not very good at handling criticism on social media, and Zoya Akhtar refers to her as a "vulnerable princess."

Suhana Khan is all set to make her film debut in Zoya Akhtar's teen musical comedy The Archies. (Image: Suhana Khan/Instagram)

Suhana Khan, the daughter of Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, will be making her screen debut on December 7 in Zoya Akhtar's teen musical comedy The Archies. Suhana recently acknowledged in an interview that, despite her mother being an avid fan, she had never read Archie Comics when she was first offered the role. The love triangle was, of course, the only thing I knew about it. Finding out about all the other characters was incredibly cool after reading the script and the comics, she said in an NDTV interview.

Suhana plays the keyboardist and one of the three vocalists for the rock band The Archies, Veronica Lodge, a major character in the comics written by Ayesha Devitre Dhillon, Reema Kagti, and Zoya Akhtar. Suhana said, "Zoya was what drew me in," in response to a question concerning what drew her to the role. It's an opportunity that you simply cannot pass up, particularly for your first movie. I considered myself to be a girl who aspired to be like Veronica.

"She is a very vulnerable princess," Zoya said in response to a question about why she cast Suhana as Veronica. Veronica goes by Ronnie, and I intended her to be extremely vulnerable. She is a princess; she doesn't have to try.

When asked what she would like to see change in the world, Suhana said, "I truly envied her self-confidence and the way she loved herself," expressing her admiration for Veronica's self-assurance. There have been moments when I've felt unconfident, and all I want is to give young girls confidence. In a world where there is so much scrutiny on social media and you feel so low about your looks and whatever else it may be, I hope that one day I can accomplish that and help them feel more in love with themselves. I genuinely feel strongly about that, so hopefully I can accomplish it.

Suhana said, "To be honest, I don't handle it very well, but I'm trying," in response to a question about how she manages social media and the attention it brings. Strangely, having to deal with hurtful remarks has increased my appreciation for kindness. Meeting real people and witnessing their warmth towards you, especially girls, is heartwarming. Since one is reality and the other is not, that really helps me to distinguish between the two.

When asked where Suhana saw herself in five years, she said, "I'm not sure. In five years, hopefully, I'll be working on a project I love and contributing to global change.

Day 57 of the Israel-Hamas war: Over 175 people are killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza after the ceasefire is broken | Top 10 updates

Following the conclusion of a seven-day cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) launched attacks on homes and structures, resulting in the deaths of at least 178 people in the first few hours of fighting on Saturday morning throughout the Gaza Strip. Hezbollah militants and Israel engaged in combat as Gazan militants started firing rockets into Israel once more. Israel claimed to have hit over 200 Hamas targets.

Updates on the Israel-Hamas conflict are as follows:

• Early on Saturday, various locations on the outskirts of Damascus were struck by Israeli airstrikes, according to Syrian official media. According to the report, the Israeli-occupied Syrian Golan Heights was the source of the strikes. Israel began attacking targets in Syria on October 7 and has since carried out multiple strikes there.
• The truce agreement, which saw Israel suspend most military operations in Gaza and free 300 Palestinian prisoners in return for militants releasing more than 100 hostages held in Gaza, is being renewed by Qatar.
• According to Israel, there are still 115 adult men, 20 women, and 2 children in captivity.
• More than 13,300 Palestinians have died since the truce started, with women and minors making up about two-thirds of the dead, according to the Health Ministry in Gaza, which is ruled by Hamas.
• A senior Hamas official rejected a demand to release female Israeli soldiers on Friday, but stated that his organisation is amenable to exchanging more Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.
• According to the US, Israel will likely start letting some humanitarian aid into Gaza once more. On Friday, the US blocked aid after a temporary cease-fire expired.
• Three residents of an Israeli town have reportedly perished in Hamas custody, including the oldest hostage. The community of Kibbutz Nir Oz was informed that 56-year-old Maya Goren, 86-year-old Arye Zalmanovich, and 54-year-old Ronan Engel had passed away.
• An Israeli man who was initially believed to be held captive in Gaza has had his body recovered by the Israeli army. The army said in a statement that Israeli forces had found Ofir Tzarfati's body in Gaza.
• Israel has started to carry out plans for civilian protection in an effort to lessen Palestinian casualties while it battles Hamas in Gaza, the US said on Friday.
• Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said on Friday that he had spoken with Israeli Minister Benny Gantz and insisted Israel must respect international law, a day after Israel ordered its ambassador to return to Spain for consultations.
• The militant Hezbollah organisation in Lebanon claims that on Friday, its fighters ambushed a group of Israeli soldiers near the border with Lebanon. Since Israel and Hezbollah's ally, Hamas, the Palestinian militant organisation, declared a truce last Friday, this is Hezbollah's first attack against Israeli troops along the border.
• After setting themselves on fire in front of the Israeli consulate in Atlanta, Georgia, a protester in the US is in critical condition. The demonstration on Friday included a Palestinian flag that was discovered there. None of the consular employees was ever in danger, and the police did not think there was a link to terrorism.

The World's Most Gorgeous Women and Their Actual Income

There's no doubting that Hollywood is home to many stunning women. But in terms of their professions, business ventures, and goals, the gorgeous women on this list have surpassed themselves.

Browse this list to discover the most attractive women in Hollywood, along with details about their annual salary, net worth, and—most importantly—if any new films or albums are planned for their devoted following.

1. Beyonce Knowles

Profession: Singing, Acting Est.

Net Worth: $500 million*

Beyonce has long been regarded as one of her generation's greatest entertainers, and it's easy to see why. She and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, have a combined net worth of more than $1 billion as a result of their music careers and business ventures.

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You undoubtedly have playlists on Spotify and Apple Music featuring Queen Bey's music. In addition to her billions of streams, Beyoncé sells out her concerts, with front-row tickets fetching up to $11,000 for those fortunate enough to purchase them.

Losing Weight: Move Beyond the Treadmill: Creative Exercise Methods To Remain Fit

A treadmill can be a very effective tool for weight loss and calorie burning. Running or walking on a treadmill is a simple piece of exercise equipment that can aid in weight loss more quickly than other at-home workout equipment like an exercise bike. Notwithstanding their effectiveness, treadmills might not be a good fit for everyone, and treadmill workouts alone might not be enough to help some people lose weight.

Fitness and performance expert Kushal Pal Singh of Anytime Fitness says, "The treadmill has been a reliable ally for many when it comes to fitness, but it's not a one-size-fits-all answer. Its monotonous nature might not be to everyone's taste, particularly for those looking for interesting and varied exercises. Particularly because building a healthy body requires strength training as well, and the treadmill only concentrates on cardio."

Who Shouldn't Run on a Treadmill?

According to Singh, the treadmill may not be ideal for people who want variety in their workouts. "Some people find the continuous motion monotonous, and others have joint problems that are exacerbated by the repetitive impact." Furthermore, people who have had knee injuries in the past, have weaker joints, are obese, have diabetes, or have cardiovascular problems should not use treadmills on a regular basis."

Why Should You Extend Your Search Past the Treadmill?

According to Singh, there is a world of exercise diversity waiting to be discovered beyond the treadmill. "Variety isn't just the spice of life; it's also the driving force behind a well-rounded fitness regimen." "Diversifying workouts not only prevents boredom, but it also targets different muscle groups and challenges the body in novel ways," Singh explains.

Fitness and Weight Loss: Exercises and Their Advantages

Kushal Pal Singh provides the following exercises and their associated benefits:

HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training): HIIT offers time-efficient workouts with metabolism-boosting benefits by incorporating short bursts of intense activity followed by brief recovery periods.

Yoga and Pilates: These practises improve balance, posture, and overall wellness by focusing on flexibility, core strength, and mind-body connection.

Strength Training: Using resistance and weights, strength training increases muscle mass, metabolism, and bone strength.

Group fitness classes, ranging from dance-inspired workouts to martial arts-based sessions, foster community, motivation, and fun while burning calories.

"Each exercise form has its unique advantages, catering to different fitness goals, whether it's weight loss, muscle toning, or enhancing flexibility and endurance," Singh explains.

Additional Exercise Advice 

Outdoor Activities: For a welcome change of pace and a dose of vitamin D, Singh suggests embracing nature with pursuits like hiking, cycling, or outdoor boot camps.

Technology-Driven Workouts: The trainer continues, "Apps that gamify fitness routines or virtual reality workouts offer an inventive and captivating twist to exercising."

Practises for Mindful Movement: One should also practise Tai Chi or meditation, which place a strong emphasis on slow, methodical movements that ease tension and enhance balance.

"Fitness innovation has no boundaries. Changing up your workouts to keep things interesting also guarantees overall fitness growth, which helps you avoid burnout and plateaus. In summary, although the treadmill is convenient, venturing outside of its walls provides access to a plethora of varied exercise choices. People can sculpt their bodies and their overall well-being by embracing innovation and trying out different exercises, according to Singh.

Delhi: After briefly entering the severe category on Thursday, the air quality is extremely poor.

Even though forecasts indicated no significant change in meteorological conditions over the weekend, Delhi's air quality improved to the very poor category on Friday morning after briefly entering the severe zone on Thursday. During the day, wind speeds were predicted to reach five to six km/h, and the quality of the air was expected to stay extremely low. During the day, five to six km/h winds are expected in the Capital, and the extremely poor air quality is expected to persist.

At noon on Friday, the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) was 378 (very poor). On Thursday, the air quality index was 398 (very poor) at 4 p.m., and by 7 p.m., it had deteriorated to 401 (severe).

On Friday, the minimum temperature of 13.3°C was three degrees higher than average. It was Thursday, 12.6°C. It was expected that the wind would continue to be easterly on Friday and then shift to the northwest on Saturday. By Sunday, the minimum temperature was predicted to fall to 11°C. The high will remain at about 25°C until Sunday.

In November, Delhi experienced nine days with extreme air quality, with the AQI exceeding 400. Additionally, it noted nine more days with an AQI between 390 and 400 that was close to being severe. 18 near-severe or severe air days were reported in the Capital in November, the most since 13 such days were reported in November 2021 and 11 in November 2016.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) reported on Thursday that Delhi experienced an average wind speed of four km/h in November, which is comparatively low. There were extended periods of calm winds. Ten kilometres per hour on average is an effective wind speed for dispersing pollutants.

November saw far fewer paddy farm fires in Punjab and Haryana than it had in the previous three years, according to CAQM. It claimed that extremely unfavourable weather and climatic conditions greatly increased Delhi's PM2.5 load. "This year's Deepawali festival fell during the height of the paddy harvesting season in Punjab and Haryana, exacerbating the air pollution..."

It stated that, compared to 49,922 last year, Punjab recorded 36,663 farm fires through November 30. With 2,303 fires reported this year, Haryana reported 3,661 last year.

In November, Delhi's 24-hour average AQI was 373. It was 376 in November 2021 and 321 in November of last year. According to CAQM, the year was cleaner than prior years when the average AQI for the entire year was examined.

Who Is Nikhil Gupta, the Man Allegedly Accused of Killing Terrorists in Khalistan?

New Delhi: Indian national Nikhil Gupta is accused by US federal prosecutors of planning to kill Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who is a dual citizen of the US and Canada, on US soil by working with an Indian government official.

Gupta is alleged to have attempted to hire a hitman; however, the hitman was actually a US federal agent operating undercover. 52-year-old Gupta is being held in the Czech Republic in anticipation of being extradited to the United States. If found guilty, he could spend up to 20 years in prison.

The Storyline

A prominent Indian official, whose identity has not been disclosed, is accused of masterminding the plot to kill Pannun in New York City. The Financial Times claimed last week that US authorities had discovered the Pannun assassination plot, but it did not provide any identifying information.

The Indian official, identified as "CC-1" in an indictment, is accused by US federal prosecutors of masterminding a plot to kill "an attorney and political activist who is a US citizen of Indian origin residing in New York City" from India.

"In a series of phone calls and emails exchanged over encrypted applications beginning in or around early May 2023, CC-1 requested that Gupta set up the victim's murder in exchange for CC-1's help in getting a criminal case against Gupta in India dropped. Gupta consented to carry out the assassination plan. To further the plot, Gupta met CC-1 in person in New Delhi in addition to their electronic communications, according to the US Department of Justice indictment.

The Indian government employee allegedly wrote Gupta a message on May 6, 2023, while they were chatting on an encrypted messaging app, saying, "This is (CC-1)... Put my name in the CC-1 Alias field. Gupta put CC-1's phone number in an alias and saved it. Subsequently, another message was received by Gupta from CC-1, stating that they had a "target in New York" and another in "California," as per the indictment.

Following CC-1's orders, Gupta allegedly asked someone he thought was a criminal associate—but who was actually a confidential informant for the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)—for help hiring a hitman to kill Pannun in New York City.

Then, through a deal supposedly arranged by Gupta, CC-1 and the undercover agent agreed that CC-1 would pay $100,000 for the assassination. Gupta was detained in the Czech Republic in June 2023 at the US's request; the US had labelled him an "international narcotics trafficker".

In response

India declared that a high-level probe committee would conduct a thorough investigation into the US claim that a government official was masterminding a murderous scheme on American soil, referring to the claim as a "matter of concern".

At a press conference on Thursday, Arindam Bagchi, a spokesperson for the External Affairs Ministry, stated, "This is a matter of concern as regards the case against an individual that has been filed in a US court, allegedly linking him to an Indian official." "We have said and let me reiterate that this is also contrary to government policy."

The US has praised India's investigation efforts.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated on Thursday, "We look forward to seeing the results of the investigation that the (Indian) government announced today. That's good and appropriate." So you'll understand that I'm unable to provide a detailed comment. I can affirm that we take this very seriously. In recent weeks, several of us have brought up this issue directly with the Indian government."

Modi, Modi, 'Abki Baar Modi Sarkar': The Indian diaspora in Dubai extends a cordial welcome to PM Modi ahead of COP28 | Watch

Prime Minister Modi in Dubai To attend the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Dubai. The Prime Minister was greeted warmly by Indian diaspora residents outside a hotel in Dubai upon his arrival, and he was then treated to a traditional dance performance. 

Videos revealed people living abroad yelling "Modi, Modi," "Abki Baar Modi Sarkar," and "Vande Mataram." Outside the hotel, PM Modi was also observed shakin' hands with members of the diaspora. The group gave him a second round of greetings with a traditional dance.

#WATCH | Members of the Indian Diaspora raise 'Modi, Modi' and 'Abki Baar Modi Sarkar' slogans as Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Dubai pic.twitter.com/LY2SsyqvBS

— ANI (@ANI) November 30, 2023

#WATCH | Members of the Indian diaspora raise slogans of 'Abki Baar Modi Sarkar' and 'Vande Mataram' as Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the hotel in Dubai pic.twitter.com/fQvnFv6Sxs

— ANI (@ANI) November 30, 2023

A member of the Indian diaspora expressed happiness upon meeting PM Modi in Dubai, saying, "Jitti prashansa karu utni kam hai." "I've been living in the UAE for 20 years, but today, it felt as if one of my own has come to this country," with emphasis.

"We felt good that PM Modi has come here," another person remarked. He gave us a handshake. He is a leader in the world.

"We are overjoyed to have PM Modi visit us. This is a day in our lives that we will never forget. Another participant said, "PM Modi is the kind of leader the world needs."

"We are so happy to see PM Modi here," an Indian diaspora member exclaimed, adding that we will "never forget this day in our lives."

After their meeting, he declared, "The world needs a leader like PM Modi."

Telangana Assembly Elections 2023: According to a survey, Congress will win and BRS will be the main opposition party

 

The Congress is expected to emerge as the single largest party with its least predicted number of seats, very close to the magic figure, according to a pre-poll survey by Aaraa Poll Strategies Private Limited. Though he might win Gajwel, it predicted that Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao would lose to his Bharatiya Janata Party opponent, Venkata Ramana Reddy, in Kamareddy.

The poll projects that Congress will prevail in 58 out of 67 seats, dropping the ruling BRS party to second place with 41–49 seats. With a sharp decline in votes cast compared to its previous high, the BJP will win five to seven seats.

With 41.13% of the total valid votes cast, Congress might win, and BRS might come in second with 39.58%. The BJP is expected to garner 10.47% of the total votes cast.

The agency's founder and chairman, Shaik Mastan, blamed the election results primarily on the public's discontent with the family running BRS.

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Mr Mastan stated that the survey had credibility because it was operational until the day before the polling, and he further stated that it was not feasible for any organisation to gather enough participants for exit polls.

Predictions indicate that Congress will gain ground in Nalgonda, Mahabubnagar, Warangal, and Khammam, while BRS is expected to win the majority of seats in Ranga Reddy and Karimnagar constituencies. The BJP may win both of the Adilabad seats, which would also benefit Nizamabad.

According to the survey, Jupally Krishna Rao of the Congress is expected to win the Kollapur constituency, even though Karne Shireesha, also known as Barrelakka, is expected to cause significant damage.

He said, "BJP has affected BRS in terms of seats and Congress party in terms of vote share."

He claimed that choosing candidates more than three months in advance was detrimental to BRS since funding ran out just before election day.

"Really gave me chills," say online users The father-son role-reversal scene between Ranbir Kapoor and Anil Kapoor | WATCH

A social media user dubbed Ranbir the "greatest actor" after interacting with his on-screen father, Anil Kapoor, in a scene that received much attention. Navigate downwards to view the scene.

The trailer for Animal, which features Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, and Ranbir Kapoor in the key parts, was released on Thursday. Netizens responded favourably to the trailer for the eagerly anticipated movie of the year, and multiple moments received special recognition for Ranbir Kapoor's intense acting. A social media user dubbed Ranbir the "greatest actor" after interacting with his on-screen father, Anil Kapoor, in a scene that received much attention. In the scene, Ranbir begs his father to play a younger version of himself to get permission to attend a Michael Jackson concert. Upon hearing Anil call out, "Papa, papa, papa," as a younger person, Ranbir yells, "Sunai de raha hai behra nahi hun main (I can listen, I'm not deaf)." How Anil Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor depict the father-son bond is unique and captivating.

Watch the scene:

Greatest Actor Available - #RanbirKapoor pic.twitter.com/iaz1Q9kxDY

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Full trailer

Regarding the movie

Anil Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna are also featured in the pan-Indian film, which was directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga of the Arjun Reddy and Kabir Singh renown. The film centres on the problematic relationship between a father and son. Extreme carnage in the underworld serves as the backdrop for it.

Animal, which is produced by T-Series, Kumar and Krishan Kumar, Cine1 Studios, and Pranay Reddy Vanga, Bhadrakali Pictures, will be released in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam on December 1. 

With a duration of more than three hours, twenty-one minutes, and twenty-three seconds, the film has been awarded an 'A' certificate by the Central Board for Film Certification (CBFC). 

The spotlight is STEALED by Alia Bhatt! A viral photo of an actress at the GQ Men of the Year event

Whether it's her elegant Western attire or her traditional Indian look, Alia Bhatt has always been an inspiration to many when it comes to making fashion statements. The 30-year-old actress was recently spotted at the Mumbai St Regis Hotel for the GQ Men of the Year event. She looked stunning in a red Gucci outfit for the occasion, but her enormously high heels stole the show. A video of Viral Bhayani's walk down the red carpet at the event was also posted by the paparazzo and the official Instagram account of GQ India. Examine them. 

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Netizens reaction

Social media users quickly flooded the comment section with their opinions on Alia's outfit after her event videos went viral. "Alia Bhatt is an erotic Fantastic Bombastic," a user commented. Another said, "I think she looks gorgeous, contrary to what most people are saying in the comments, except for her shoes, which are quite eccentric." Her hair gives her a diva appearance, and her gorgeous fair skin is perfectly complemented by a dark colour. There is also a deep neckline that one cannot overlook!

Who all attended the event?

Numerous Bollywood celebrities, including Ridhi Dogra, Aditya Roy Kapur, Mouni Roy, Shruti Haasan, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Kirti Kulhari, were present at the event. View a few of the photos taken from the red carpet. 

Mouni Roy, Aditya Roy Kapur on the red carpet of GQ Men of the Year 2023.

Ridhi Dogra and Shriya Pilgaonkar on the red carpet of GQ Men of the Year 2023.

Kirti Kulhari and Shruti Haasan on the red carpet of GQ Men of the Year 2023.

Filmmaker Karan Johar announced that he had won his first Director of the Year award for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani at the event and posted a number of photos from his attendance on Instagram.

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He wrote, "My first Director of the Year award at @gqindia!" alongside the photos. We are incredibly grateful for the love and support we have received as a team for #rockyaurranikiipremkahaani. We are ecstatic and very thankful! To the GQ team, thank you!

J&K: Two Army soldiers slain in Rajouri after coming into contact with terrorists

The confrontation started in the Dharmsal neighbourhood of Bajimaal after a cordon and search.

According to PTI, which cited officials, two Army personnel were slain during a clash between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district on Wednesday.

Following a cordon-and-search operation, the police said, an encounter between the terrorists and joint forces of the Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police occurred in the Bajimaal area of Dharmsal.

#WATCH | An encounter is underway between terrorists and joint forces of Army & J-K Police in the Bajimaal area of Dharmsal in Rajouri district

(Visuals deferred by unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/pNnXvtbRKt

— ANI (@ANI) November 22, 2023

According to officials, one officer and one soldier were killed in the gunfight. They also said that one officer had been hurt and had been taken to a hospital, as reported by PTI.

Five Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were slain by security forces last Friday in the Kulgam district of south Kashmir during one of the bloodiest gunfights of the year in the Union Territory.

Officials claim that several of them participated in earlier this year's attacks on Pandits and migrant labourers.

According to the officials mentioned above, the five men who were killed are all locals: Sameer Ahmad Sheikh, Danish Hameed Thokar, Ubaid Padder and Hanzla Shah from Shopian, and Yasir Bhat from Kulgam.

The Kulgam operation takes place a few weeks after the October 26 killing of five LeT members in Kupwara along the Line of Control (LoC). Terrorists were fought for more than a week in September by security forces in the Garol forests of Anantnag. Two officers, a soldier and a deputy superintendent of police, lost their lives in the operation. On September 19, the confrontation came to an end when Uzair Khan, the commander of the LeT, and two other terrorists were shot dead.

Over forty terrorists have been killed in the Valley so far this year, according to police.

MP From Canada Claims Khalistani Plan To Target Temple, Says "Step In, Take Action"

Ottawa: Citizen of India Chandra Arya, a member of parliament from Canada, allegedly recorded Pro Khalistani supporters in Surrey saying they wanted to cause trouble at the local Hindu Laxmi Narayan Mandir. On Monday, she shared the video.

Arya, a member of parliament from Canada, called on the government to intervene in addition to sharing the video on the social media platform X.

He wrote, "According to some reports, last week, supporters of Khalistan verbally assaulted a Sikh family outside a Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, BC. It seems that the same Khalistan group is now trying to stir up trouble at the Surrey Hindu Laxmi Narayan Mandir."

"The freedom of speech and expression is the reason behind all of these actions. Like a broken record, I beg Canadian authorities to intervene once more and take appropriate action," he continued.

Saying, "Hindu temples have been attacked many times during the last couple of years," Arya highlighted the fact that Hindu temples have continued to be targets for attacks over the years. Hindu Canadians are the target of hate crimes."

"Allowing these things to continue to be done openly and publicly is not acceptable," he stated.

Last week Khalistan supporters verbally abused a Sikh family outside a Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey BC according to some reports.
Now it appears the same Khalistan group want to create trouble at the Hindu Laxmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey.
All these are being done in the name of… https://t.co/szTznICBo0

— Chandra Arya (@AryaCanada) November 20, 2023

In August of this year, extremists in Canada defaced a Hindu temple with posters supporting the Khalistan referendum.

The poster on the temple gate featured the image of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force and a designated terrorist, who was killed in June of this year.

The assault on a Hindu temple in Canada is not the first of its kind; radical Khalistanis have carried out several such acts. This year alone saw a number of incidents that were reported.

Graffiti disparaging India was written on the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, in April of this year.

Anti-Indian graffiti was written on the Ram Mandir in Mississauga, Canada, earlier in February. The Indian Consulate General in Toronto denounced the vandalism of the mandir and asked Canadian authorities to look into the matter and take swift action against those who did it.

Anti-Indian graffiti was written on a Hindu temple in Brampton in January, which infuriated the Indian community.

The vandalism at the Gauri Shankar Mandir was denounced by the Indian Consulate General in Toronto, which also noted that the incident had a negative impact on the Indian community's sentiments in Canada.

In the meantime, relations between India and Canada have deteriorated since Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated during a debate in the Canadian Parliament that his nation's security services had grounds to suspect that "agents of the Indian government" were responsible for the death of Nijjar, a Canadian citizen who was also the president of the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey.

However, India categorically denied the allegations, calling them "motivated" and "absurd." Notably, Canada has not yet made available to the public any proof that Hardeep Singh Nijjar was killed.

On June 18, a Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, was gunned down in a parking lot. Nijjar was a designated terrorist in India.

Notably, in September, India suspended its visa services until "further notice" due to a diplomatic impasse with Canada. However, following a careful assessment of the security situation that "takes into account some recent Canadian measures in this regard," India decided last month to resume providing visa services for travellers falling under four different categories to Canada.

India opted to resume providing visa services in Canada for four categories: conference, business, medical, and entry visas, effective October 26.

How the Gaza War is related to the Houthis' seizure of a ship headed for India

The British-owned and Japanese-operated cargo ship Galaxy Leader, which was reported to have been captured by Houthis in the Red Sea, is depicted in a file photo.

The Houthis, a Yemeni rebel group, hijacked a ship that was headed for India on Sunday, November 19, adding a new twist to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. All 25 members of the crew were taken hostage when Huthi fighters descended from helicopters onto the ship. The rebels claim that the crew is being treated "by Islamic values."

Israel has called the hijacking "another Iranian act of terrorism" and asserted that the ship is operated by Japan and owned by the British.

Why have the Indian-bound ship's Houthis taken control of it? What responses have different stakeholders given to this? How are the Houthis connected to the Israel-Hamas conflict, and who are they?

What led to the ship's hijacking?

The ship Galaxy Leader had no cargo when it sailed from Turkey to Pipavav in Gujarat. Members of its crew hail from Mexico, the Philippines, Romania, Bulgaria, and the Ukraine.

The hijacking is consistent with the Houthis' previous declaration that should Israel continue its bloodshed in Palestine, they would attack ships associated with Israel in the Red Sea as well as the vital Bab al-Mandeb, a narrow strait that links the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.

This past week, Abdulmalik al-Houthi, the leader of the group, stated in a broadcast speech that "we are open to constantly monitor and search for any Israeli ship in the Red Sea, especially in Bab al-Mandab, and near Yemeni regional waters," as reported by Reuters.

The chief negotiator and spokesman for the Houthis, Mohammed Abdul-Salam, claimed in an online statement following the hijacking that the Israelis only speak "the language of force," according to AP. "The Israeli ship's detention is a concrete measure that demonstrates the Yemeni military's determination to fight the war at sea, no matter the cost. This marks the start," he continued.

Why is Japan involved, and how has Israel responded?

Israel has declared that neither it nor any of the crew members are Israeli owners or operators of the ship.

The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated, "This is another act of terrorism by Iran that represents an escalation in Iran's belligerence against the citizens of the free world, with concomitant international ramifications vis-a-vis the security of global shipping routes."

According to AP, the Israeli military described the hijacking as a "very grave incident of global consequence."

The ship does seem to be connected to an Israeli billionaire, though. As per the Associated Press, the ship's owners were linked to Ray Car Carriers, which was established by Abraham "Rami" Ungar, a prominent figure in Israel, based on ownership details found in public shipping databases.

A ship connected to Ungar experienced an explosion in the Gulf of Oman in 2021. Iran was then held responsible by Israeli media.

The Japanese company Nippon Yusen was in charge of operating the Galaxy Leader. In addition to denouncing the hijack, Japanese officials have stated that they are in talks with the Houthis and are enlisting the aid of Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Iran to free the ship and its crew.

What is the purpose of the Houthis' involvement, and who are they?

A civil war has been raging between the Houthis and the Yemeni government for nearly ten years. They control the northern part of Yemen, which includes Sanaa, the official capital. These days, the official government is based in Aden.

The Houthi tribe is the source of the group's name. Iran supports the Houthis, who are Zaydi Shias, while Saudi Arabia, Iran's main adversary, and the West back the Yemeni government. The early 1990s Zaydi religious revival movement is where the group got its start.

Houthis' unwavering hostility to Israel and the West is the basis for their support of "brothers and sisters in Palestine." They have tens of thousands of fighters and a massive arsenal of ballistic missiles and armed drones, making them a formidable fighting force, according to Reuters. The Houthi stronghold in Yemen is too far away from Israel for their fighters and rockets to directly threaten Israel, but they have been launching missiles in the direction of the "enemy country."

The primary risk posed by the Houthis' actions is that their participation may intensify the fighting and possibly involve Iran. Furthermore, Saudi Arabia may be forced to intervene in the conflict if Israel decides to launch rockets over the country in retaliation against the Houthis. Many other nations with an interest in the maritime trade in the area may also be involved in the seizure of vessels in the sea.