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In his speech delivered last Saturday, Udhayanidhi Stalin had compared Sanatan Dharma to mosquitoes, malaria, dengue and Corona. He had also said that just like the above-mentioned diseases cannot be opposed but abolished and eradicated, Sanatan Dharma also needs to be eradicated.Close to 55 per cent of the respondents who identify themselves as supporters of the opposition bloc want the DMK leader to be prosecuted. DMK has been a member of the UPA and is now part of the opposition INDIA block formed to fight the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.In the case of NDA supporters, about four in every five…

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The survey had a sample size of 3,350.While 42 per cent respondents are of the opinion that the term India should not be removed from the Constitution, about 44 per cent feel the term India should be removed.The Constitution of India that was adopted in January 1950 refers to the country as “India that is Bharat…”A little more than half the respondents who identify themselves as supporters of the opposition INDIA bloc are of the opinion that the term India used in the original Constitution should be retained.In contrast, close to 56 oer cent of the respondents who identify themselves…

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The survey had a sample size of 3,350.In contrast, less than one out of every 10 respondents thinks that India should be the name of the country.Controversy over the issue was first sparked when the President of India used the term Bharat in an invitation sent for a banquet and dinner to mark the G20 Summit being organised in Delhi.Traditionally, such invitations have used the term India.Opposition parties which are part of the new INDIA bloc strongly criticised the ruling NDA regime for indulging in such acts to deviate attention from serious issues and also because it is allegedly rattled…

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The accident took place on the Mumbra bypass road, causing concern as the corrosive substance mixed with the nullah’s water, releasing a strong odorous fume in the area.The driver of the tanker, identified as Brijesh Sarol, sustained injuries in the accident and was promptly hospitalised. He did not suffer any burn injuries from the spilled acid though, the local authorities confirmed.The nullah where the incident occurred flows on the outskirts of Thane city and eventually leads to the Mumbra creek. The mishap prompted response from the disaster management team, which arrived at the site to conduct a rescue operation lasting…

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He was leaving for Vijayawada to meet Telugu Desam Party (TDP) president and former chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, who has been arrested by the Andhra Pradesh CID in connection with the Skill Development Corporation scam.Krishna district Superintendent of Police P. Joshua had written to the director of Gannavaram Airport to deny permission for landing of the flight to avoid law and order issues.JSP posted the letter of the SP on social media.”In view of certain developments the present law and order situation is extremely volatile and arrival of Pawan Kalyan at this juncture may flare up large scale public…

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It is learnt the central team will be headed by the party’s nation general secretary B.L Santosh. He will be holding a series of meetings with state leadership of the party on Sunday and Monday to review the reasons for the defeat though at a narrow margin.The party’s central leadership is viewing the Dhupguri victory quite seriously since BJP’s Bishnu Pada Roy got elected from this constituency in the 2021 West Bengal assembly. His sudden demise early this year necessitated the by-polls.Sources said that the defeat is being viewed more seriously by the central leadership in view of the big…

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The ‘Taxi Driver’ actor, who recently became a dad for the seventh time, looked sharp as he stepped out in New York City. While it wasn’t clear what the Hollywood star was filming, camera crews were following him.For the apparent shoot he was spotted wearing a baggy grey t-shirt, black shorts and black trainers. His silver hair was unkempt and he wore a grey-framed pair of glasses, while holding a cap in his hand.He looked in fine spirits in the sunshine, continuing on from his celebrity-filled party last month to mark his 80th birthday. At the time, he was joined…

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The ‘Rambo’ star was introduced, along with his wife, daughters and brother, to the Pontiff in a meeting shared on social media. The video shows a smiling Pope telling Stallone that he was a longtime fan, Deadline reported.Stallone began the meeting, saying: “Well, thank you very much for taking time from your busy day. We appreciate this very much.” The Pope replied, “I am honoured. We grew up with your films.”This caught the veteran actor by surprise, after which he said “Well I’m honoured, too,” before raising his fists and air-pumping, saying: “Ready? We box.”The Pope added to the joke…

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Chiang Mai (Thailand), Sep 9 (IANS) After an agonising defeat on penalties to Iraq, the Indian senior men’s team is looking forward to overcoming the setback and ready to face Lebanon in the 49th King’s Cup on Sunday. The contest, which will be India’s fourth clash in three months against the West Asians, will kick off at the 700th Anniversary Stadium here.India did not concede a goal in the three meetings against Lebanon. A 0-0 draw in the Intercontinental Cup was followed by a clinical 2-0 win in the final in Bhubaneswar. The two sides met again in the SAFF…

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Bloemfontein, Sep 9 (IANS) Fast-bowling all-rounder Michael Neser has been added to Australia’s ODI squad for the ongoing series in South Africa in a bid to provide the tourists with an extra pace bowling option for the remainder of the series.”(He) is an experienced all-format cricketer who will provide us with an extra fast bowling option should that be required for the remainder of the tour,” selector Tony Dodemaide was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo.Neser, 33, has two ODI caps appearances which came during Australia’s 2018 tour of England, as well as two Test appearances. He will be linking up…

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