All posts tagged: people

Chandrababu Naidu encourages people to have more children, says, ‘candidates with over 2 kids…’ – India TV

Chandrababu Naidu encourages people to have more children, says, ‘candidates with over 2 kids…’ – India TV

Published by Webster

Image Source : CHANDRABABU NAIDU (X) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu. Nara Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, said that an individual can become a sarpanch, municipal councillor or a mayor only if he or she has more than two children, hinting that it will arrest the falling population. Naidu said he will bring out policies to encourage people to have more children. “At one time, individuals with many children were not allowed to contest the panchayat (election) or local bodies. Now what I am saying is that individuals with lower numbers of children cannot contest. You will be a sarpanch, municipal councillor, corporation chairman or a mayor only if you have more than two children,” he told media in Naravaripalle. According to the CM, North India may lose its advantage of having a stable fertility rate in about 15 years. “Your parents bore four to five children and you reduced it to one. Even smarter people now are saying double income no kids let us enjoy. If their parents had thought like them, …

Supreme Court Orders Separate Toilets For Trans People, Specially Abled In All Courts

Supreme Court Orders Separate Toilets For Trans People, Specially Abled In All Courts

Published by Webster

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered the construction and availability of separate toilet facilities for males, females, people with disabilities, and transgender persons in all court premises and tribunals across the country. A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and R Mahadevan said that “toilets/washrooms/restrooms are not merely a matter of convenience, but a basic necessity which is a facet of human rights”. “Access to proper sanitation is recognised as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty. This right inherently includes ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for all individuals. There is a discernible duty on every State/UT under Part IV of the Constitution to ensure a healthy environment and to continuously strive to improve public health,” added the Justice Pardiwala-led Bench. The Supreme Court was hearing a writ petition in nature of a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking direction to all the states and Union Territories to construct public toilets and public conveniences in all judicial fora, which should be identifiable and …

Andy Muschietti talks about Ezra Miller-starrer The Flash debacle: ‘A lot of people weren’t interested in the character’ | Hollywood

Andy Muschietti talks about Ezra Miller-starrer The Flash debacle: ‘A lot of people weren’t interested in the character’ | Hollywood

Published by Parlour News

Jan 14, 2025 02:04 PM IST Andy Muschietti also said that when a USD 200 million film is made, “the studio wants to bring even your grandmother to the cinema”. Filmmaker Andy Muschietti has opened up about the failure of his 2023 DC superhero movie The Flash, saying the film couldn’t attract all the moviegoer demographics. The film was released to poor reviews and ended up making around USD 270 million at the global box office, barely more than its roughly USD 200 million budget. (Also Read | The Flash review: Satisfying superhero saga with a beating heart) Andy Muschietti spoke about his film The Flash, starring Ezra Miller. In an interview with Radio Tu’s YouTube show La Baulera del Coso, Muschietti said people didn’t actually care about the character of The Flash. Andy said, “The Flash failed, among all the other reasons, because it wasn’t a movie that appealed to all four quadrants. It failed at that… When a USD 200 million movie is made, the studio wants to bring even your grandmother to …

When Amitabh Bachchan calmed Rekha during ‘I Hate You’ scene in Silsila, ‘There were 15000 people…’

When Amitabh Bachchan calmed Rekha during ‘I Hate You’ scene in Silsila, ‘There were 15000 people…’

Published by Parlour News

Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha were last seen together in the movie Silsila. Directed by Yash Chopra, it also starred Jaya Bachchan in the lead role. Released in 1981, it was a flop at the box office. However, decades later, people still talk about the movie because of the story, the chemistry, the drama, and the music. In an interview, Rekha revealed how Big B helped her during a tough scene in the film. Also Read – Amitabh Bachchan’s lookalike fools fans, causes traffic jam; check Big B’s reaction [Watch] When Amitabh Bachchan calmed down Rekha In one of the most intense scenes in Silsila, the ‘I Hate You’ scene, Rekha was struggling. She had to deliver the line while crying in front of 15,000 people. The veteran actress once revealed how Amitabh Bachchan calmed her down when she was struggling. Rekha said, “It was such an intense scene and there were 15,000 people on the location at five in the morning. I had major lines to speak, crying et al. I asked Yashji (Chopra, Director) …

PM Modi found time to go all over world but didn’t reach out to distressed people of Manipur: Congress

PM Modi found time to go all over world but didn’t reach out to distressed people of Manipur: Congress

Published by Parlour News

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh. File. | Photo Credit: PTI Launching a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not visiting violence-hit Manipur, the Congress on Tuesday said that he has found time, inclination and energy to go all over the world but has not seen it necessary to reach out to the distressed people in the northeastern state. The Congress’ comments came on the first anniversary of the launch of the ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra’ that began in Manipur. The Congress had launched Rahul Gandhi-led ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra’ from Manipur on January 14 last year aiming to put the spotlight on issues such as unemployment, price rise and social justice. A Congress’ rally at Shivaji Park in Mumbai had marked the culmination of the ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra’, which was carried out in hybrid mode in the run up to the Lok Sabha polls. “Today, exactly a year ago, the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra was launched by the Indian National Congress from Manipur. The BJNY followed in the wake of the historic Kanyakumari …

‘She can’t wait’: Meghan Markle ‘confident’ her cookery show will ‘shut some people up’ | World News

‘She can’t wait’: Meghan Markle ‘confident’ her cookery show will ‘shut some people up’ | World News

Published by Parlour News

Jan 14, 2025 02:25 AM IST A royal insider has reportedly claimed that Meghan Markle is “confident her Netflix show will be a success” after taking a “Royal Family knock.” A royal insider has reportedly claimed that Meghan Markle is “confident her Netflix show will be a success” after taking a “Royal Family knock.” The cookery show, titled With Love, Meghan, is set to show the Duchess of Duchess sharing her tips, as well as expertise, with her celebrity friends. Meghan Markle ‘confident’ her cookery show will ‘shut some people up’ (Photo by SUZANNE CORDEIRO / AFP)(AFP) “She is so confident it’s going to do well and she will get the accolades she deserves for it, which will finally shut some people up. She can’t wait,” a source told OK! ‘Meghan knows what the audience wants’ The insider noted that the Duchess’ past experience as a successful actress and TV professional has given her a boost, making her more confident about the new project. “She has always been confident in her own abilities and while …

Nithya Menen calls out hierarchy existing in film industry, prioritizing heroes and directors over female leads; ‘Give people credit they deserve’

Nithya Menen calls out hierarchy existing in film industry, prioritizing heroes and directors over female leads; ‘Give people credit they deserve’

Published by Parlour News

Nithya Menen is gearing up for the release of her movie Kadhalikka Neramillai, directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi. As part of the film’s promotions, the actress appeared on a chat with Galatta Plus, where she revealed the inherent system of hierarchy that exists in cinema sets. During her chat, the actress was asked about her reaction to Ravi Mohan’s comment that Nithya’s name should appear first in the poster instead of his, contrary to the usual norm. In response, the actress said, “When I saw my name first, it felt like it’s healing something in people’s consciousness. I consider things like this path-breaking, and not just Kiru or me, but Ravi is also a part of that. Because he said, go ahead, do it.” Continuing the same, Nithya added how most films have an inherent hierarchy. The actress highlighted how a film’s hero and director are prioritized first before a female lead, even in the placement of caravans on sets or when they are called onstage. Furthermore, the actress revealed how even during the aarti of …

Odisha Announces Rs 20,000 Monthly Pension For People Jailed During Emergency

Odisha Announces Rs 20,000 Monthly Pension For People Jailed During Emergency

Published by Webster

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Monday announced a monthly pension of Rs 20,000 and other benefits for people jailed during Emergency, a notification by the state home department said. On January 2, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi declared the provision of monthly pension for those arrested and imprisoned during the Emergency under Maintenance of Internal Security Act, Defence of India Rule or Defence and Internal Security of India Rules. Along with pension, the state government will bear the medical expenses of all the people jailed during the Emergency. Pension and medical facilities will be available to all people still alive as of January 1, 2025, it said. Hundreds were imprisoned in various jails across the country for opposing the Emergency between June 25, 1975 and March 21, 1977. “The pension will be sanctioned in favour of the living persons (those who are alive as on January 1, 2025) irrespective of the period of detention in jail,” it said, adding that they can also avail of free medical treatment in accordance with the provisions of health …

Sea of people arrive at Sangam for holy dip as Maha Kumbh 2025 begins | Latest News India

Sea of people arrive at Sangam for holy dip as Maha Kumbh 2025 begins | Latest News India

Published by Parlour News

The world’s largest spiritual and cultural gathering ‘Maha Kumbh 2025’ commenced on Monday in the holy city of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. Around 6 million pilgrims took the holy dip at Sangam till 9am, a government spokesperson said. Devotees take the holy dip at Mahakumbh 2025. (HT Photo) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and chief minister Yogi Adityanath extended greetings to devotees. PM Modi in his post on X said, “A very special day for crores of people who cherish Bharatiya values and culture! Maha Kumbh 2025 commences in Prayagraj, bringing together countless people in a sacred confluence of faith, devotion and culture. The Maha Kumbh embodies India’s timeless spiritual heritage and celebrates faith and harmony. Modi said, “I am happy to see Prayagraj abuzz with countless people coming there, taking the holy dip and seeking blessings. Wishing all pilgrims and tourists a wonderful stay.” Ahead of the first snan (dip), Adityanath on Monday greeted everyone on Paush Purnima and said, “The world’s largest spiritual and cultural gathering ‘Mahakumbh’ is starting from today in the holy …

Shutter-down strike, protests erupt in Zehri over enforced disappearances of Baloch people – India TV

Shutter-down strike, protests erupt in Zehri over enforced disappearances of Baloch people – India TV

Published by Webster

Image Source : ANI People blocking highway Protests have erupted in Zehri town of Balochistan after more than 10 Baloch individuals were forcibly abducted by Pakistani security forces on Saturday, sparking widespread outrage and demands for their safe return. According to the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), a leading Baloch human rights organization, the raids carried out by the Pakistani military and law enforcement agencies (LEAs) in Zehri were part of a broader pattern of “state vengeance” against the Baloch population. The BYC shared the identities of 12 individuals who have been confirmed as victims of enforced disappearances, with others still unaccounted for. The group condemned the ongoing wave of abductions and violence against the Baloch people, describing the actions as “intensifying enforced disappearances and violence” against the community. In response to these abductions, residents of Zehri have organized a series of protests, including a complete shutter-down strike and sit-ins. Demonstrators blocked key roads, including the Zehri Cross at Anjira and the main Quetta-Karachi Highway at Surab Cross, demanding the immediate release of the detained individuals. …