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Beef allegations at wedding: 7 arrested, UP banquet hall sealed | Lucknow News

Beef allegations at wedding: 7 arrested, UP banquet hall sealed | Lucknow News

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3 min readLucknowUpdated: Jun 24, 2026 09:39 PM IST Seven persons have been arrested and a banquet hall was sealed in Kairana town of Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli district after it was alleged that a cow was slaughtered and its meat was served at a walima (wedding reception) during the function last week, officials said. Those arrested were identified as Farman whose walima was held, banquet hall manager Anees Ahmad, Khalil Faridi, who allegedly prepared the meat, and Furkan, Ashfaq and Zulfikar. The sealing of the banquet hall was carried out on Tuesday by the Muzaffarnagar Development Authority (MDA) which also issued a notice to its owner following an inspection of the premises where the reception event was held on June 18. The authorities are looking into possible violations linked to the property’s construction and use, it is learnt. Kairana falls under the jurisdiction of the Muzaffarnagar Development Authority which initiated the action after being informed by Shamli police about the alleged incident at the venue. “So far, we have not received any response to the …

MP Shashi Tharoor turns photographer for Priyanka Mohan at banquet for South Korean President; meets Aoora too

MP Shashi Tharoor turns photographer for Priyanka Mohan at banquet for South Korean President; meets Aoora too

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MP Shashi Tharoor took to his social media on Monday evening to post pictures of him bumping into actor Priyanka Mohan and K-pop star Aoora at the President’s banquet. He penned a sweet note, calling it a ‘delight’ to have run into them at the banquet. He even turned photographer for Priyanka and clicked a picture. Priyanka Mohan clicked a selfie with Shashi Tharoor at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Shashi Tharoor on meeting Priyanka Mohan, Aoora Shashi wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that he was invited to the Rashtrapati Bhavan for the President’s banquet for South Korean President Lee Jae-myung. He wrote that it was great to catch up with his ‘old friend’ Cho Hyun, Foreign Minister of Korea and other senior officials at the banquet. Shashi then added that the ‘historic event of diplomacy and friendship’ was aided by a ‘delicious Rajasthani vegetarian fare’. He also wrote: “After two excellent conversations with @DrSJaishankar and CJI SuryaKant at the banquet, I had two unexpected encounters on the way out. Given the Korean connection, it was a delight …

‘We invest in each other’s future’: EU leaders at banquet | India News

‘We invest in each other’s future’: EU leaders at banquet | India News

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Emphasising that the partnership between India and Europe reflects the collective aspiration of the two sides to shape a rules-based international order, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said that in these times of uncertainty and conflict, India and the European Union share the responsibility of maintaining global stability. President Murmu was speaking at a banquet hosted for the visiting EU leaders — António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission — as they concluded their three-day official visit to India. In her address, which came hours after the conclusion of the Free Trade Agreement between the two sides, von der Leyen said, “We do not just trade more. We invest in each other’s future.” “Our strengths complement each other. And our scale gives us global influence. Now with these agreements, we can scale even greater heights,” said the European leader, dressed in a bright yellow kurta created by Indian designers Abraham & Thakore. Welcoming both the leaders, the President said their presence as chief guests, marking …

From Jhol Momo To Tandoori Bharwan Aloo: What Was Served At President’s Banquet For Putin? | India News

From Jhol Momo To Tandoori Bharwan Aloo: What Was Served At President’s Banquet For Putin? | India News

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Last Updated:December 05, 2025, 23:05 IST The banquet began with Murungelai Chaaru, a light, warming soup, before guests were served an array of vegetarian appetisers. President Droupadi Murmu with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a state banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. (PTI photo) Russian President Vladimir Putin was hosted to a pure vegetarian state banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, where a curated spread of regional Indian dishes was served on a traditional thali. The dinner, hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, followed the ceremonial welcome and marked one of the key formal events of Putin’s two-day visit to India, as well as his final engagement before returning to Moscow. PHOTO | The state banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu for Russian President Vladimir Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan featured a meticulously curated menu. pic.twitter.com/hyj3Ud7Gu3— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) December 5, 2025 The banquet began with Murungelai Chaaru, a light, warming soup, before guests were served an array of vegetarian appetisers. These included Gucchi Doon Chetin, Kaale Chane ke Shikampuri, and Vegetable Jhol Momo …

5 stories you must read today, November 30: From Rajasthan minister asking schools to celebrate Babri Masjid demolition day to California banquet hall shooting and more | India News

5 stories you must read today, November 30: From Rajasthan minister asking schools to celebrate Babri Masjid demolition day to California banquet hall shooting and more | India News

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Good evening. The Election Commission extending the SIR form submission deadline and news about Cyclone Ditwah dominated headlines on Sunday, November 30. But much more has happened in the worlds of politics, business, technology, sport, and entertainment. Don’t worry, Express Catch-up is here to bring you up to speed. 01 Rajasthan minister asks schools to celebrate Babri Masjid demolition day as ‘Shaurya Diwas’, later withdraws order Just 12 hours after issuing an order to celebrate December 6 — the date Babri Masjid was demolished — as ‘Shaurya Diwas’, the Rajasthan Education Department withdrew it. Education and Panchayati Raj Minister Madan Dilawar instructed both public and private schools in the state to celebrate the day. The order was withdrawn citing examinations that will December 5 and 6. Read more 02 Mercedes rams into 3 restaurant workers outside Delhi mall, 1 dead In the early hours of Sunday, a Mercedes car lost control near Ambience Mall in Delhi’s Vasant Kunj area and hit a pole, killing a 23-year-old restaurant employee and injuring two of his colleagues. The …

Major fire breaks out at banquet hall in Punjab`s Zirakpur

Major fire breaks out at banquet hall in Punjab`s Zirakpur

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A major fire broke out at a banquet hall in Zirakpur during a wedding on Sunday, triggering panic among the guests attending the wedding function. The blaze erupted around 10:30 pm, quickly spreading through the premises as thick smoke enveloped the area. The fire tenders from Zirakpur, Dera Bassi and Panchkula were dispatched to the spot to douse the flames. The police said that the situation was brought under control and no casualties were reported in the incident. “A very unfortunate incident has occurred. The good thing is that there is no report of any casualties here. This incident happened around 10:30 PM. As soon as the police received the information about it, they immediately reached the spot… With the help of the fire brigade, we have brought the fire under control… The cause of the fire is being investigated…,” ASP Zirakpur, Ghazalpreet Kaur told ANI. Jaswant Singh, Incharge of the Zirakpur Fire Brigade, said the department received the call around 10:30 pm and deployed five fire tenders to control the blaze. “The fire was …

In ‘The Wedding Banquet,’ a queer landmark is reborn for today | Hollywood

In ‘The Wedding Banquet,’ a queer landmark is reborn for today | Hollywood

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NEW YORK — The filmmaker Andrew Ahn grew up in what he calls “a Blockbuster Video family.” They would rent three or four movies every weekend. When Ahn was 8, his mom rented the VHS for Ang Lee’s “The Wedding Banquet.” In ‘The Wedding Banquet,’ a queer landmark is reborn for today “She was like, ‘It’s this Asian movie that white people are talking about,’” Ahn remembers. “She rented it not knowing it was queer.” Lee’s 1993 film followed a Taiwanese immigrant New Yorker who attempts to marry a woman to placate his parents and hide his gay partner from them. It was a still-rare gay, Asian American rom-com that became an Oscar-nominated landmark. When Ahn, 39, was approached about revisiting “The Wedding Banquet,” he was daunted. But, as the son of Korean immigrants, Ahn, whose movies include “Driveways” and “Fire Island,” felt like he had something to contribute. “Throughout my career I’ve tried to explore this balance between sexuality and culture and family,” Ahn said in a recent interview over coffee. “I saw many …

President Murmu hosts Qatar’s Amir at Rashtrapati Bhavan, holds banquet to strengthen bilateral ties

President Murmu hosts Qatar’s Amir at Rashtrapati Bhavan, holds banquet to strengthen bilateral ties

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President Droupadi Murmu welcomed Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani in New Delhi, highlighting deep historical ties and growing bilateral cooperation. The visit saw the elevation of India-Qatar relations to a strategic partnership, with key agreements signed across multiple sectors. President Droupadi Murmu extended a warm welcome to Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. The visit marks the Qatari leader’s second state visit to India, underscoring the growing bilateral ties between the two nations. President Murmu also hosted a banquet in his honour, attended by the Vice President, Prime Minister, and other dignitaries from both India and Qatar. Welcoming Amir Al Thani, President Murmu highlighted the deep historical connections between India and Qatar, emphasizing their centuries-old cultural and commercial linkages. She underscored the robust cooperation between the two nations across various sectors, including trade, investment, food security, health, culture, and energy. She further stated that both countries must leverage their strengths to enhance collaboration in innovation, technology, and startups. (Image Source : X)Speaking …

Indonesian President’s ‘Indian DNA’ remark at banquet leaves PM Modi laughing

Indonesian President’s ‘Indian DNA’ remark at banquet leaves PM Modi laughing

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Image Source : ANI Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s remark on his Indian connection leaves everyone, including PM Modi laughing. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who was the chief guest of India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations, attended a dinner hosted in his honour by President Droupadi Murmu. He was received by President Droupadi Murmu at the special banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Saturday. Speaking at the special banquet, Subianto joked about his newfound connection to India. Highlighting his Indian connection, the Indonesian President cited his recent DNA test which revealed that he has Indian ancestry. “A few weeks ago I had my genetic sequencing test and my DNA test and they told me that I have Indian DNA. Everybody knows when I hear Indian music, I start dancing…”, said Subianto. His statement sent waves of laughter.  The dinner was attended by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, PM Modi and other dignitaries. “India and Indonesia have a long, ancient history together. We have civilizational links, even now a very important part of our language comes from Sanskrit. Many names of …

‘I have Indian DNA’: Indonesian President Subianto reveals genetic connection to India at state banquet | India News

‘I have Indian DNA’: Indonesian President Subianto reveals genetic connection to India at state banquet | India News

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At the banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday evening, visiting Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said, “I have Indian DNA.” Flanked by PM Narendra Modi and Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar at the high table, the visiting President dwelt at length on the ancient civilisation ties between the two countries, adding that he would like to see “Indonesia and India continuing to be close partners and friends.” “I would like to report to the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister… that a few weeks ago, I had my genetic sequencing test and my DNA test, and they tell me I have Indian DNA. And everybody knows when I hear Indian music, I start dancing.. it must be part of my make-up,” the President can be heard saying, in a video shared by the President’s office on Sunday morning. Subianto also spoke about how he wanted to learn from India in terms of its poverty alleviation drive. “I am not a professional politician, not a good diplomat. I say what’s in my heart. I (have) come here (for a) …