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  • PM Modi Government Put Covid “Jinn” In A Bottle: Yogi Adityanath

    “A 2,100 quintal bell will be installed in the Ram mandir. It is a belief that whenever the bells made in Jalesar ring inside temples, whatever is inauspicious vanishes,” UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said.

    Etah: Taking potshots at previous governments in the state, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that those who are inauspicious for development of the state will automatically vanish once the bell made in Jalesar starts ringing inside the Ram temple in Ayodhya. He also said PM Narendra Modi led government at the Centre successfully put the COVID-19 jinn in a bottle.
    The Chief Minister was addressing a public rally in Jalesar.

    “A 2,100 quintal bell will be installed in the Ram mandir. It is a belief that whenever the bells made in Jalesar ring inside temples, whatever is inauspicious vanishes,” said the Chief Minister.

    Highlighting the role of Etah in India’s freedom movement, Mr Adityanath said it was ironic that the district which played such a huge role in the country’s Independence struggle could not get proper healthcare facilities and medical colleges for more than 70 years.

    “But now I can proudly say that a medical college named after freedom fighter Avantibai Lodhi has come up in the district,” added the Chief Minister.

    He highlighted that the district played a big role in freedom movement of the country.

    Mr Adityanath said that before 2017, power-sponsored mafias and criminals used to dominate the district.

    “Be it Congress, SP or BSP, they had no sympathy for the poor, farmers, medium and small enterprises (MSMEs). They did not do anything for them, did not waive farmers’ debts, did not build toilets, houses for the poor and healthcare facilities were not provided either. Their sympathy was only with mafias and criminals. Have you not seen the government’s bulldozer run over such mafias and criminals after 2017 and their wealth being seized?” added Mr Adityanath.

    Highlighting the success of the state in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, he said that through great management, the state has put the ‘Jinn’ of COVID-19 inside a bottle in such a way that thousands are gathered at the spot for the rally and the virus is nowhere to be found”.

    “In the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, free tests, treatments, vaccines were given. Double dose of ration was given to the poor as well,” he added.

    He also said that water will be provided to farmers for free during the next five years and work in that direction has started. “We will provide sweet water instead of saline water. Under Jal Jeevan Mission, pure drinking water will be given to all to keep people healthy,” he added.

    Highlighting the government’s efforts in Etah district, Mr Adityanath said that debt of 64,000 farmers was waived off in the district while 2.87 lakh farmers had received benefits of the PM-KISAN scheme.

    “In Etah, 11,500 physically challenged people, 23,700 widows and over 40,000 senior citizens are getting pensions of ₹ 12,000 yearly, and 43.5 lakh houses have been given to poor in the state and over 22000 poor in the district have been given houses,” he added.

    Polling was conducted in Uttar Pradesh on February 10 for the first phase of the Assembly elections. The next phase polling will take place on February 14, followed by February 20, 23, 27, March 3 and 7, for the other five phases. The counting of votes will be done on March 10.

  • Dream of Ghazwa-e-Hind will never be realised under PM Modi: Yogi Adityanath

    “The country is being led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the principle of ‘sabka sath, sabka vikas’. There will be no appeasement,” Yogi Adityanath said.

    Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister on Monday said that those who are dreaming about Ghazwa-e-Hind, will not be successful. “The country is being led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the principle of ‘sabka sath, sabka vikas’. There will be no appeasement,” he said.

    “For those dreaming of Ghazwa-e-Hind, this is New India under the leadership of PM Modi. New India is for development of all, but appeasement of none. It’ll run as per the Constitution, not Shariat. Ghazwa-e-Hind’ ka sapna qayamat ke din tak sakar nahi hoga (The dream of Ghazwa-e-hind will not be realised till the end),” the UP CM told news agency ANI.

    Speaking on the Karnataka hijab row, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the system in the country should be run on the Constitution of India and not Shariat or Islamic law.

    “When the country runs according to the Constitution, women will get their due respect, security, and independence,” he added.

  • Hyundai faces social media backlash after dealer in Pakistan posts message supporting separatists in Kashmir

    Hyundai Motor India on Sunday said it stands strong on its ethos of respecting nationalism following a backlash in social media after a dealer of Hyundai in Pakistan posted a message supporting separatists in Kashmir.

    A Twitter account of a Hyundai dealer in Pakistan with handle @hyundaiPakistanOfficial had posted a message supporting Kashmir Solidarity day, supporting what it called as “struggle for freedom”.

    Following it, #BoycottHyundai trended on Twitter in India with many people asking to stop buying the company’s products in the country.

    Reacting to the developments, Hyundai Motors India put out a message on social media reiterating its commitment to the Indian market.

    “Hyundai MotorIndia has been committed to the Indian market for more than 25 years now and we stand firmly for our strong ethos of respecting nationalism,” it said.

    The company further said, “The unsolicited social media post linking Hyundai Motor India is offending our unparalleled commitment and service to this great country.”

    Reiterating that India is second home to the Hyundai brand, the company said, “We have a zero-tolerance policy towards insensitive communication and we strongly condemn any such view.”

    Hyundai Motor India further said, “As part of our commitment to India, we will continue our efforts towards the betterment of the country as well as its citizens.”

    Hyundai Motor India is the second-largest carmaker in the country after Maruti Suzuki India. It currently sells 12 models, including Creta and Venue in the domestic market.

    In December last year, the automaker announced plans to invest around Rs 4,000 crore to drive in around six electric vehicles in India by 2028.

    The company is planning to roll out a mix of models based on its existing range as well as completely new vehicles based on its global platform ‘E-GMP’ over the next few years.

    Established in 1967, Hyundai Motor Company is present in over 200 countries with more than 120,000 employees. (PTI)

  • Hope Pak occupied Kashmir will become part of India by 2024: Kapil Patil

    The Minister of State for Panchayati Raj also said that Modi has not become the Prime Minister for bringing down the prices of onions and potatoes and suggested that people complain about the rise in the prices of the kitchen staple like onions but buy pizza and mutton

    Union minister Kapil Patil has said that Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) will probably come back to India by 2024 and hailed the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for taking many “bold” decisions for the country.

    Speaking at an event in Kalyan city in Maharashtra’s Thane district on Saturday night, the Minister of State for Panchayati Raj also said that Modi has not become the prime minister for bringing down the prices of onions and potatoes and suggested that people complain about the rise in the prices of the kitchen staple like onions but buy pizza and mutton.

    Patil, the BJP MP from the Bhiwandi constituency in the Thane district, quickly added that nobody will support inflation and a rise in prices of essential commodities.

    “Only Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah can achieve certain things for the country. PM Modi should continue to lead this country as he has taken bold decisions like (bringing) CAA, abrogating sections 370 and 35 A etc. I feel, possibly, Pak Occupied Kashmir (PoK) will come back to India by 2024,” he said while delivering a memorial lecture.

    Patil said that people can afford to buy mutton for Rs 700, pizza for Rs 500-600, “but buying onions for Rs 10 and tomatoes for Rs 40 is costly for us”.

    “Nobody will support rice in prices. But Narendra Modi has not become the prime minister to bring down the prices of onions and potatoes. If you understand the reason behind the rise in prices of these commodities you will not blame him (Modi),” he said.

  • Omicron generated antibodies effective against all variants of concern in adolescents, adults: ICMR study

    NEW DELHI: The latest study conducted by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) shows that antibodies generated by Omicron, a Covid-19 strain, are not only effective against it but also other variants of concern (VOCs) including Delta

    “The individuals infected with Omicron have significant immune response which could neutralize not only the Omicron but also the other VOCs including most prevalent Delta variant,” a study by ICMR has revealed.

    “This suggests that the immune response induced by the Omicron could effectively neutralize the Delta variant making the re-infection with Delta less likely, thereby displacing the Delta as dominant strain. This emphasizes the need for the Omicron specific vaccine strategy,” it further said.

    In this study, the ICMR has analyzed the IgG and neutralising antibodies (NAbs) against B.1, Alpha, Beta, Delta and Omicron variants with the sera of individuals infected with the Omicron variant (B.1.1529 and BA.1) as currently India is facing the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic.

    ICMR has said that within short span of time, the variant has shown high transmissibility and capability of evading the immune response generated against natural infection and vaccination. The immune escape potential of Omicron is a serious concern and further needs to be explored.

    The study, where antibodies response was assessed in those who are infected by Omicron, is pre-print not peer reviewed.

    It also stated: “In the present study, we have assessed the IgG and neutralizing antibody (NAb) response in breakthrough individuals vaccinated with two doses ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine (n=25), breakthrough individuals vaccinated with two doses of BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine (n=8) and unvaccinated individuals (n=6). All these individuals were infected with Omicron variant.”

    The participants in the study were adults from foreign countries and adolescents from India.

  • Amit Shah congratulates J&K Police personnel for bagging 115 Gallantry medals

    Says PM Modi led gov committee to recognise, honour brave cops

    Srinagar, Jan 26: The Union Home Minister, Amit Shah on Wednesday congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir police personnel for bagging the highest number of 115 police medals for gallantry on this Republic Day.

    Taking to micro-blogging site Twitter, Amit Shah on his official Twitter handle said that he salutes the bravery of Jammu and Kashmir police personnel.

    “I congratulate all @JmuKmrPolice personnel on this momentous achievement and salute their bravery. PM Narendra Modi led central government stands committed to recognising and honouring our brave police personnel,” he Tweeted.

    He also said that it the matter of pride of the entire nation that J&K police have won the largest share of 115 gallantry awards on this Republic Day.

    “J&K Police has been the spearhead of India’s fight against terrorism. It is a matter of immense pride to the entire nation, that the @JmuKmrPolice has won the largest share, 115, of the gallantry awards today on Republic Day. This reflects their valour and commitment,” he said in another Tweet.

    Notably, 115 Jammu and Kashmir police personnel were awarded Police Medal for Gallantry, while 15 were awarded Police Medals for Meritorious Service and 2 were awarded President’s Police Medal on the eve of Republic Day. (KNS)

  • 10-yr-old Thane girl cycles from Kashmir to Kanyakumari in 38 days

    THANE: A 10-year-old girl from Thane city, who cycled a distance of more than 3,600 km between Kashmir and Kanyakumari to spread awareness about hazards of vehicular pollution and saving the girl child, was given a warm welcome when she arrived here at the end of her expedition.

    Sai Patil, a resident of Balkum, accompanied by her father started the cycling expedition last month.

    The girl was given a warm welcome by city residents when she arrived here on Sunday evening. The local residents took out a procession with Sai Patil sitting on a decorated chariot and felicitated her at a function.

    The girl pedaled at least 100 km a day and visited schools and other places during her journey to spread the message of saving the girl child and highlighting hazards of vehicular pollution, her father said.

    She completed her expedition in 38 days and has qualified to enter record books, he claimed.

    Talking to the media, Sai Patil said through out the route of her journey she received love and affection from people.

    “They took care of me like their family member and provided us whatever we needed. Shelter was also provided by those whom we came across. At some places, we found it difficult to communicate, but eventually overcame that barrier with the use of sign language,” she said.

    The Thane girl said people everywhere appreciated the causes for which had undertaken the arduous journey.

    “When we explained to them the purpose of our tour they were delighted and wished me good luck,” said Sai Patil, who was accompanied by her parents at the function.–(PTI)

  • Parade Rehearsal | Bollywood Song “Duniya Mein Logon Ko”

    Indian Defence Personnel were seen grooving to a Bollywood Song “Duniya Mein Logon Ko” at Republic Day Parade Rehearsal Warm-Up at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi.

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    In the video tweeted by MyGovIndia – a citizen engagement platform of the government – the Indian Navy personnel were seen grooving to a Bollywood song during the rehearsals at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi.

    Clad in the Navy uniform, holding rifles, the defence personnel were seen moving to the rhythm of Bollywood song “Duniya Mein Logon Ko“.

  • Dolo breaks sales record; sells over 350 crore pills during COVID-19 pandemic

    Dolo 650 has cornered sales of Rs 567 crore since March 2020, selling more than 350 crore pills and 7.5 crore strips of medicine.

    Dolo 650 became the most prescribed medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic. The drug has cornered sales of Rs 567 crore since March 2020, selling more than 350 crore pills and 7.5 crore strips of medicine.

    Its sales peaked during the second wave as it sold Rs 49 crore worth of tablets in April 2021, the highest monthly sales ever made as per the data from healthcare research firm IQVIA. People on the internet have gone as far as calling it India’s national tablet and favourite snack.

    In 2019, the sales of all brands under the paracetamol category were nearly Rs 530 crore. They touched Rs 924 crore by 2021. Dolo is India’s second most sold anti-fever and analgesic tablet, with a turnover of Rs 307 crore (in 2021). Crocin is the sixth-largest, with sales of Rs 23.6 crore.

    But what has made Dolo 650 a cult favourite?

    Founded by G.C. Surana in 1973, Micro Labs Ltd. manufactures Dolo with 650 milligrams (mg) of paracetamol, while most other brands sell their paracetamol brand with 500 mg salt, which is claimed as more effective.

    Crocin or Dolo or Calpol – these are different brand names given by pharma companies that sell the same salt, under their copyright. Dolo’s popularity compared to other paracetamol tablets is unexplained since all paracetamols are alike. Experts say Dolo’s growth, compared to other brands, could be attributed to its more straightforward name.

    Another reason is Dolo’s offering of the 650 milligrams (MG) category and the perception that it’s more effective on fever. MicroLabs’s strategy of using the medical term preferred by doctors for fever called Fever of Unknown Origin or FUO in brand promotion also played a key role in increasing its trustworthiness. Moreover, in 2010, Dolo 650 was awarded as the best-managed brand of the year and recognised as India’s most admired brand.

    Micro Labs, with 9,200 employees, has an annual turnover of Rs 2,700 crore, including exports that contribute Rs 920 crore.

    Paracetamol, a generic salt, which is a common painkiller used to treat aches and reduce high body temperature, has been on the market since the 1960s. Paracetamol tablets are the most consumed medicines for cold and fever, which witnessed a massive surge in sales during COVID-19.

    Reported Bussiness Today

  • Actress Nargis Fakhri Has Found Love in Kashmir-born US Businessman?

    Nargis Fakhri rose to fame with Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Rockstar’ starring Ranbir Kapoor.


    After the success of her 2011 film ‘Rockstar’, Nargis Fakhri made headlines for her relationship with Uday Chopra.

    It seems actress and model Nargis Fakhri has found a new romantic interest. According to a recent report, the 42-year-old American-born, who has worked in Bollywood movies like Rockstar and Madras Cafe, is dating someone new after chef Justin Santos. Hindustan Times reported that Fakhri is currently seeing a businessman based in the United States. The report has mentioned that the actress, who is currently in Los Angeles, is seeing Kashmir-born Tony Beig who also happens to be the MD of a conglomerate.
    According to Hindustan Times, Fakhri started dating the 37-year-old businessman towards the end of 2021. Quoting a source close to the couple, Hindustan Times reported that the two met during a social event and instantly hit it off. “They love spending time in each other’s company, and you will often find them going out together,” the source told Hindustan Times. Considering the relationship is still in its nascent stages, the actress wishes to keep the information low-profile. However, the love between the couple seems to be blossoming nonetheless.

    It should be noted that Fakhri has not made any confirmation of the reported developments in her romantic life. Fakhri, who made her debut in Hindi cinema with Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar in 2011, had also dated actor Uday Chopra for five years. In an earlier interview, Fakhri had told The Times of India, “Uday and I dated for five years and he was the most beautiful human I met in India.” Fakhri also mentioned that she regrets not officially confirming her relationship with Chopra at the time.
    “I never have said this to the press as people told me to keep my relationship quiet, but I regret that because I should have shouted from the mountain tops that I was with such a beautiful soul. The internet and social media is very fake and the people out there won’t know what the truth is. Most often we idolise certain people who are actually bad behind closed doors,” said Fakhri.