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Rhiya Ahir, who stopped police van during protest, breaks silence on backlash for her potential Bigg Boss 20 entry

Rhiya Ahir, who stopped police van during protest, breaks silence on backlash for her potential Bigg Boss 20 entry

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Rhiya Ahir could join Bigg Boss? A new promo for Bigg Boss 20 shows Salman Khan bringing back the ‘Fans Ka Faisla’ concept, similar to the one introduced in Bigg Boss 19. has given viewers a ‘vardaan’ to choose between Rhiya Ahir and Love Gill. The contestant who receives the most votes will secure a spot in the Bigg Boss house. Rhiya took to Instagram to share that ever since the promo came out, she has received both love as well as a lot of hate from people who said that she joined protest just for fame. Rhiya Ahir, the model who blocked a Mumbai Police van during a protest recently, has shared her response to the backlash. (Instagram/@rhiyaahir) What Rhiya said In response, Rhiya shared a comment that was made by a fan under her previous reel, which was also in response to the backlash she received. It read, “She is not an activist—that is not her profession or her job. She participated in one protest, it went viral, and suddenly people started expecting …

Rhiya Ahir, who went viral during student protests, could join Bigg Boss 20. Here’s the catch

Rhiya Ahir, who went viral during student protests, could join Bigg Boss 20. Here’s the catch

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Bigg Boss is all set to return with a new season, and fans are eagerly waiting to find out which celebrities will enter the house this time. Amid all the buzz, host Salman Khan has given viewers a ‘vardaan’ to choose between Rhiya Ahir and Love Gill. The contestant who receives the most votes will secure a spot in the Bigg Boss house, meaning one of the two is guaranteed to be part of the upcoming season. Rhiya Ahir might join Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 20 but only on one condition. Fans Ka Faisla returns in Bigg Boss 20 A new promo for Bigg Boss 20 shows Salman Khan bringing back the ‘Fans Ka Faisla’ concept, similar to the one introduced in Bigg Boss 19. Last season, fans had to choose between content creator Mridul Tiwari and Shehbaz Badesha. Eventually, Mridul received the most votes and entered the house during the premiere. However, Shehbaz also joined the show as a wildcard in the third week. This year, fans have to choose between Rhiya Ahir and …

Who is Rhiya Ahir? Woman who broke internet by blocking police van at Mumbai CJP protest

Who is Rhiya Ahir? Woman who broke internet by blocking police van at Mumbai CJP protest

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A young woman in a grey hoodie, standing firmly with her arms spread out to block a police van, has emerged as one of the most striking images from Mumbai’s protests supporting the Cockroach Janta Party’s agitation over the NEET paper leak. Ahir was walking from Kohinoor Square in Dadar towards Shivaji Park when she noticed the police van filled with detainees. As the CJP-led protest against examination irregularities continued in Delhi, young demonstrators in Mumbai took to the streets on Thursday to express solidarity and protest against what they described as alleged police action during the ‘Sansad Chalo’ march. Who is Rhiya Ahir? Rhiya Ahir is a 27-year-old model who found herself at the centre of the protest after intervening when she saw protesters being taken away by the police. She said she believed the detainees were being removed unnecessarily and immediately rushed towards the vehicle. Ahir has a strong presence on Instagram, with nearly one lakh followers, and has also appeared in music videos. Her most recent appearance was in the video song …

Twinkle Khanna speaks out on CJP protests, posts pic of Rhiya Ahir who stood in front of Mumbai Police van

Twinkle Khanna speaks out on CJP protests, posts pic of Rhiya Ahir who stood in front of Mumbai Police van

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Author and former actor Twinkle Khanna has weighed in on the ongoing nationwide protests over the NEET controversy with a powerful message on social media. Two days after the Delhi Police lathi-charged against protestors during the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) Chalo Sansad march, Twinkle took to her Instagram account to share a statement in support for the students protesting. (Also read: ‘Beautiful news’: John Cusack is the first Hollywood star to speak on CJP protests in India, shows solidarity) Twinkle Khanna has spoken in solidarity with the students protesting in India. What Twinkle said Twinkle shared several images taken during the ongoing protests in Delhi and Mumbai in her new post. The first image was of Rhiya Ahir, a 27-year-old model, who became one of the defining faces of the protest at Shivaji Park on Wednesday. She stood blocking a police van that was carrying protesters who were detained during demonstrations demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities. Another picture showed a woman shielding other protestors from getting lathi-charged …

Can key Thackeray aide Sachin Ahir be disqualified for Sena switch | Mumbai News

Can key Thackeray aide Sachin Ahir be disqualified for Sena switch | Mumbai News

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Hours after Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Sachin Ahir filed his nomination as the Mahayuti candidate for the Maharashtra Legislative Council Deputy Chairman’s post, the Uddhav Thackeray camp said it would explore legal action against him for defection. Legal experts, however, said immediate disqualification may not be straightforward, particularly if Ahir is elected Deputy Chairman on Wednesday. Ahir has not formally resigned from Sena (UBT) and insisted that he had not technically left the party. Ahir is considered close to Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray and among the party’s key faces in Mumbai. Responding to the development, Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray said the party would initiate appropriate action. “We have seen this for the last four years. Those to whom the party gave everything are leaving only for personal interests. He was made MLC, made deputy leader and given responsibilities. We will take appropriate action,” Aaditya said. Shinde, however, maintained that the question of disqualification does not arise immediately as Ahir was elected to the Council from the undivided Shiv Sena. “When Sachin Ahir became …

Ahead of deputy chairman election, Sena (UBT) leader Sachin Ahir switches to Shiv Sena

Ahead of deputy chairman election, Sena (UBT) leader Sachin Ahir switches to Shiv Sena

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In a setback for Shiv Sena (UBT), former MLA Sachin Ahir on Tuesday joined the faction led by Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde. Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray with son Aaditya Thackeray arrives to pay tribute to singing legend Asha Bhosle in Mumbai. (PTI) Ahir, a former MLA from Worli currently represented by Aaditya Thackeray, also filed his nomination for the post of deputy chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council. Confirming the development, Shrikant Shinde said Ahir had formally joined the Shiv Sena and was handed the nomination form for the deputy chairman’s election. Ahir began his political career with the Indian National Congress before moving to the Nationalist Congress Party. He later joined the undivided Shiv Sena after Aaditya Thackeray entered electoral politics from Worli, a move seen as helping the young leader secure a safer constituency. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following …

Ahir community protests against Farhan Akhtar’s 120 Bahadur

Ahir community protests against Farhan Akhtar’s 120 Bahadur

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On Sunday, a group of men sat cross-legged on mattresses under a makeshift ceremonial tent near the Kherki Daula toll plaza, on the carriageway towards Delhi. Hookahs and water bottles were passed around on what was a sunny yet pleasant day, with a slight nip in the air. At the front stood a man holding a microphone. “Only the Constitution is supreme in our country, not Farhan Akhtar or the censor board,” said Abhayram Yadav, leader of the Mahendragarh Yadav Sabha, to enthusiastic applause from the audience. “If the government wants, they can stop the film from being released.” The crowd responded in chorus when the next speaker shouted, “Farhan Akhtar Murdabad (Down with Farhan Akhtar)!” Story continues below this ad The men belonged to the Ahir community, and the movie they were referring to was 120 Bahadur. The historical war drama starring Farhan Akhtar is based on the battle at Rezang-La during the 1962 Indo-China war. Uniting under the banner of the Sanyukt Ahir Regiment Morcha, the group participated in the panchayat, doubling up as a dharna, …

Kangana Ranaut On Congress Leaders Supriya Shrinate, HS Ahir’ Derogatory Remarks

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File photo Chandigarh: Every woman, irrespective of her background and profession, deserves dignity, actor Kangana Ranaut said on Tuesday, adding that she was particularly pained by Congress leaders’ comments on Mandi from where she is contesting the Lok Sabha elections on a BJP ticket. Mandi is often referred to as “chota Kashi” the world over, Ms Ranaut told reporters outside the Chandigarh airport. Congress leaders Supriya Shrinate and H S Ahir have kicked up a huge political row with derogatory comments on Ms Ranaut and Mandi posted on their social media handles. “Whatever be the profession of a woman, be it a teacher, actress, journalist, politician, or a sex worker, all of them deserve dignity. I’m pained especially because of the deplorable comments made about Mandi… All of us who come from Mandi have been hurt by the comments,” Ms Ranaut said. Asked whether she plans to take any action against the two Congress leaders, she said she had been called to Delhi by BJP president J P Nadda and would respond only after meeting …