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Gujarat polls: BJP announces first list, 6 defecting Congress MLAs get tickets

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Gandhinagar/New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday announced its first list of 70 candidates for the first phase of the Gujarat Assembly elections, giving tickets to six of the defecting Congress MLAs.

Staying ahead of the opposition party in the announcement, the saffron party list shows that it has repeated most of the sitting MLAs in their constituencies.

The noteworthy fact about the list is that six of the 14 Congress MLAs who had defected to the saffron party in August have been given tickets to contest from their constituencies.

It remains to be seen how the opposition Congress party reacts to it and how it challenges it before the Election Commission of India (ECI) and in the judiciary regarding the anti-defection law.

In the list, the saffron party has mostly repeated its sitting MLAs – contrary to what was speculated. It was speculated, and as the duo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and party chief Amit Shah have been known for, that many of the sitting MLAs will be denied tickets.

Chief Minister Vjay Rupani has been nominated to contest from his traditional Rajkot West constituency, while Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel will contest from Mehsana, his traditional constituency, and state BJP chief Jitubhai Vaghani will contest from Bhavnagar West.

Earlier, Jitu Vaghani had refused to contest the election.

Surprisingly and contrary to speculation, both the Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) members, Varun Patel and Reshma Patel, have not been included in the first list of candidates.

Two BJP MLAs, Vadhwan constituency’s Varshaben Doshi, and BJP MLA from Dhari constituency, Nalin Kotadia, have been dropped. Instead, Dhanjibhai Patel is to contest from Vadhwan and Dileep Sanghani will be contesting from Dhari.

On Thursday afternoon, BJP national president Amit Shah had summoned the party leaders at the state headquarters for a meeting, which continued till late night. The meeting was attended by state BJP president Vaghani, Deputy Chief Minister Patel, state Home Minister Pradeepsinh Jadeja and leader Bhikhubhai Dalsania.

On Friday morning, the BJP chief held a meeting with Prime Minister Modi and other senior leaders of the party in Delhi as well as Gujarat senior leaders, before announcing the list.

The state goes to polls in December, where the first phase for 89 seats will be held on the 9th and for the remaining 93 seats it will be held on the 14th. The results will be announced along with that of Himachal Pradesh on December 18.

(IANS)

isl: Dravid becomes Bengaluru FC ambassador

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With exactly a week before their Indian Super League (ISL) opener, Bengaluru FC announced legendary cricketer and former India captain Rahul Dravid as their ambassador for the upcoming football season.

Speaking on the association, Dravid said he was thrilled at now being a part of the Blues, whose fortunes he has been following for a while now.

Bengaluru played in the I-League for the past four years. They have moved to ISL this season.

“It’s great to be an ambassador for Bengaluru FC, a team who I have been tracking across the last four seasons. Also, the connect is instant given I am a Bengaluru boy,” Dravid said in a statement.

“The way the city has responded to Bengaluru FC has been tremendous and the club has some of the most passionate fans. The ISL will be a new chapter in the club’s history and I’m looking forward to being part of it in my capacity with Bengaluru FC,” the 44-year-old said.

“It’s been terrific to see the kind of progress Bengaluru FC has made over the last four years. It’s been one of the most professionally run teams and the kind of engagement they have been able to create with the fans and the people of this city has been really nice to see,” he added.

Bengaluru FC CEO Parth Jindal felt the club has found a perfect fit in Dravid to be ambassador.

“Getting Rahul Dravid involved with Bengaluru FC is a huge honour for all of us. Being a true Bengalurian and a believer in youth, we can think of no one who imbibes the values and ethics of this club more than him,” he said.

The Blues kick off their debut season in the ISL with a home fixture against Mumbai City FC on November 19 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium.

(IANS)

Qatar’s emir: Siege countries do not want end to crisis

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The Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani (Credit: Reuters)

by Al Jazeera

Qatar’s emir says neighbouring countries that have imposed a land, sea and air blockade on the Gulf state have no desire to end the crisis in the Gulf.

Speaking at a session of Qatar’s Consultative Assembly (the Shura Council) on Tuesday, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani said that Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and Egypt have shunned dialogue and do not want to resolve the situation.

The blockading countries severed ties with Qatar on June 5, accusing it of supporting “terrorism” and seeking close ties with Iran. Qatar denies the allegations.

“I am talking to you with all transparency. We mean what we say when we say we are ready for agreements through dialogue based on mutual respect for sovereignty and shared commitments … but on the other hand, we know that the indications we receive say siege countries don’t want a solution,” Sheikh Tamim said.

The emir also said the blockading countries had underestimated the strength of Qatar’s people living under the blockade.

“These countries with this attitude have opened a new stage in the relations between Gulf nations. We have benefited from this experience; it brought out the best from these people, it contributed to shaping Qatar’s national identity and reinforced the national unity with the leadership,” he added.

Sheikh Tamim said that Qatar has been “following a policy of self-restraint” during the crisis and that “the blockading countries have not been able to convince the international community about their allegations against Qatar”.

“Qatar’s record on fighting terrorism is documented and known to everyone,” he added.

Time running out to save planet, 15,000 scientists warn

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Melbourne: Time is running out to save the Earth, according to the largest ever group of scientists globally who warned today that urgent action must be taken to avoid substantial and irreversible harm to the planet.

Twenty-five years ago, a majority of the world’s living Nobel Laureates united to sign a warning letter about the Earth. Today, scientists have taken grassroots action, with a scorecard showing that of nine areas only one has improved: our ozone.

The article, “World Scientists’ Warning to Humanity: A Second Notice”, has been co-signed by over 15,000 scientists in 184 countries and was published today in the journal BioScience. According to Thomas Newsome, a research fellow at Deakin University and The University of Sydney in Australia, this was possibly the biggest number of signatories to any published scientific paper.

“It is an overwhelming response we did not quite expect,” said Newsome. The initial warning 25 years ago identified trends that needed to be reversed to curtail environmental destruction, including ozone depletion, forest loss, climate change and human population growth.

“In this paper, we look back on these trends and evaluate the subsequent human response by exploring the available data,” Newsome said. The research article highlighted the negative 25-year global trends, including a 26 percent reduction in the amount of fresh water available per capita and a loss of nearly 300 million acres of forestland.

It also noted that there has been a collective 29 percent reduction in the numbers of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds and fish and a 75 percent increase in the number of ocean dead zones. The research article states there is still time but notes the areas that need to be improved, including promoting dietary shifts away from meat, encouraging the adoption of renewable energy and limiting human population growth.

(PTI)

Green Tribunal turns down Delhi govt plea on odd-even exemptions

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New Delhi: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Tuesday turned down the Delhi government’s plea to exempt women drivers and two-wheelers from the odd-even vehicle rationing scheme, saying there was “no logic” to the proposal.

The top green tribunal also asked the Delhi government to choose a spot in the city by 4 p.m. on Tuesday and sprinkle water from helicopter on the area to know the efficacy of the step in reducing air pollution.

Rapping the Delhi government for its plea, the tribunal asked why should exemption be given to two-wheelers when they are a major cause of pollution.

“On what basis are you asking exemption for two-wheelers,” NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar said.

On Delhi government counsel Tarunvir Singh Khehar raising the issue of women’s security, the tribunal said: “Why don’t you run Women’s Special buses?”

The tribunal also rapped the Delhi government over “delay” in the procurement of 4,000 additional buses and noted that sprinkling of water on pollution hotspots was not being done properly.

“Why don’t you act upon those who are responsible for pollution. How many people have you penalised or challaned so far,” Justice Kumar asked.

Following the tribunal’s order, the Delhi government withdrew its petition.

The tribunal said the Delhi government could move a fresh petition before it on the traffic rationing scheme.

It said Delhi government could use helicopters, if necessary, to sprinkle water at a pollution hotspot in the city to know its efficacy.

“Choose one place in Delhi by 4 p.m. and sprinkle water and thereafter calculate the particle pollution to know how much difference does it make,” the tribunal said.

The tribunal also allowed the National Highways Authority of India to go ahead with construction of the Delhi-Meerut Highway at the eastern periphery of the city but said there should be no dust pollution.

The Delhi government had on Saturday decided to halt the odd-even traffic restriction scheme, which was scheduled to be implemented from November 13 to 17. It moved the NGT on Monday with a review petition seeking exemptions for two-wheelers and women.

(IANS)

Nivin Pauly’s Next Is A BIGGIE!!!

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Nivin Pauly & director Rosshan Andrrews are teaming up for the 2nd time. Reportedly, the upcoming movie is a survival thriller based on true events. Scripted by Unni R, the movie will be shot extensively at sea. “We had discussed the subject some time ago. However, nothing is confirmed yet. We are yet to discuss further,” said Unni R in an interview to a popular newspaper. Rosshan Andrrews & Nivin Pauly is currently busy shooting for Kayamkulam Kochunni.

Mohanlal’s Most Awaited Project Dropped?

A day after director Priyadarshan announced that he will be doing an epic film on the 16th century naval chieftain Kunjali Marakkar with Mohanlal in the lead role, Cinematographer Santosh Sivan officially confirmed about his upcoming Mammootty starrer Kunjali Marakkar IV, by unveiling its 1st look poster. Now the latest update is Priyadarshan would be dropping the Mohanlal project. Apparently, the director had quoted saying that he feels there is no need for 2 movies about Kunjali Marakkar in Malayalam Cinema. The director is yet to officially open up on the same.

Dileep’s Ramaleela Enters 55 Crore Club

Ramaleela, the recently released Dileep movie, has already emerged as one of the biggest Box – Office turnstiles success of the season. As per the latest update, Ramaleela is continuing its dream run at the Kerala Box – Office turnstile and has reached the 55 Crore club, the highest grosser in Dileep’s entire acting career. The makers of the film have also come up with a new poster of the film announcing the same. “A time for gratitude & more gratitude… With utmost satisfaction & delight we announce that Ramaleela overcoming every obstacle & hurdle has entered the “55 Crore Club”. I thank God Almighty for giving me the opportunity & ability to carry out this venture. Thanks to all of you who have contributed to our success. Sincere thanks to Tomichayan, Dileepettan, Sachiettan & Noble. This would never have happened without you. Owe this success especially to Dileepettan. Thank you….,” wrote Arun Gopy, the director of the movie. Ramaleela, which is nearing its 50 days of run in the theatres, is bankrolled by the Pulimurugan maker, Tomichan Mulakuppadam under his home banner Mulakuppadam Films. Ramaleela was released on 28th Sept, 2017 and it features Dileep & Prayaga Martin in the lead roles along with Mukesh, Salim Kumar, Siddique, Vijayaraghavan, Suresh Krishna, Renji Panicker & Kalabhavan Shajohn in pivotal characters. With Ramaleela crossing the 50 Crore mark, Dileep has now 2 movies in the 50 Crore club. The actor’s 2015 release Two Countries, directed by Shafi was the 1st ever film to join the club.

Shruti Menon Gets Hitched

Actress & anchor Shruti Menon of Kismath fame got married to a Mumbai based businessman Sahil Timpadia. A video of the couple’s marriage function has surfaced online and audiences are already going gaga over the lovely pair. The couple had been dating for quite a long time and it’s in Mar, this year that they got engaged in Kashmir. Apart from anchoring popular TV shows such as Comedy Stars, Shruti Menon has acted in several films such as Mulla, Apoorva Ragam, Kadha Thudarunnu, Electra and many others. Her role in the critically acclaimed movie Kismath is a notable one.

Mammootty’s New Movie Title Welcomes Trolls!!!

Megastar Mammootty has signed a new project with yet another young director Khalid Rahman, who has already made a mark in Malayalam Cinema with his debut movie Anuraga Karikkin Vellam. According to the reports that have come in, this upcoming Mammootty starrer has been titled Unda. The quirky title has already created curiosity amongst the social media users. While one section of the audiences is celebrating the news, trollers are having a gala time making fun of the title in every possible way. Popular filmmaker Anwar Rasheed will be producing this Mammootty starrer under his own banner Anwar Rasheed Entertainment. An official word from the team is awaited though. Meanwhile, Mammootty is waiting for the release of Ajai Vasudev’s directorial Masterpiece, Shamdat’s Streetlights & Ram’s Tamil – Malayalam bilingual Peranbu.

Prithviraj’s Upcoming Movie To Be Made On A Big Canvas

Prithviraj has just completed the shooting of Vimaanam directed by Pradeep M Nair. As the movie is gearing up for a release next month, Prithviraj took to his Facebook handle to announce his 2nd project with the Vimanam director. Titled Meter Gauge 1904 the movie will explore the 1st ever meter gauge railway service of the erstwhile state of Travancore and will see Prithviraj essay the role of an engineer who was involved in the project’s implementation. The movie is a historic fiction and will have fictional characters as well as those who existed in real life. Meter Gauge 1904 will be made on a big canvas and have a man vs wild feel to it. “It’s a dream that Pradeep & I share. And as always..we are dreaming big. Don’t ask me when..coz there are humongous amounts of research & prep that something like this demands..and definitely don’t ask me how much..coz the last thing we want this film to be known by..is it’s budget,” wrote Prithviraj. Apart from this, Prithviraj has Detroit Crossing, Ranam & My Story that are in the final stages of production along with Anjali Menon’s ucpoming directorial movie.

Aishwarya Rai Bachachan Kick Starts Shooting For Fanney Khan

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The much anticipated film Fanney Khan, starring the gorgeous Aishwarya Rai Bachchan & above all talented actors Anil Kapoor & Rajkumar Rao in the lead recently kick started their 2nd schedule in Mumbai. Produced by KriArj Entertainment & Rakesh Omprakash Pictures, the film is known to be an adaptation of the Oscar nominated film Everybody’s Famous and is in the news ever since its announcement. On Sun 5th Nov, 2017 the team was seen shooting for a major sequence with lead star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan & Anil Kapoor in Flora Fountain area in South Mumbai.

The film has also finished a major part of shooting with Anil Kapoor & Rajkumar Rao, who is currently recovering from a leg accident. On Sun, 5th Nolv, 2017 Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gave her 1st ever shot for the film looking extremely ravishing in the avatar of a rock star. Fanney Khan marks the directorial debut of Atul Manjrekar and sees an extremely fresh pairing of Rajkumar Rao & Aishwarya Rai Bachchan romancing each other.

Talking about it, Producer Prerna Arora averred, “We are extremely excited to kick start the 2nd schedule of Fanney Khan with talented duo Aishwarya Rai Bachchan & Anil Kapoor. We are planning to finish the shooting by end of this year and hoping for a Summer 2018 release.”

Kabristan Ki Ajeeb Dastaan Editing Progresses

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An editing of The Great India Movie’s Kabristan Ki Ajeeb Dastaan is currently in progress at J. S. Studio, Andheri (W), Mumbai. The film is being written & produced by Suresh Patel, directed by Sushil Kumar. music by S. P. Sen & Anuj Tiwari & cinematography by Babloo Khan. The film Mallika Bachchan, Suresh Patel, Deepak Chauhan, Sapna Sonkar, Sudha Patel, Rahul Chauhan, Anand Gaur, Pushpa Sharma, Anita, Gyanmati, Ramji Yadav, Rajendra Gaur & Viraj R.

Namaste Bihar Shooting Complete

A 30 day’s shooting schedule of Omkar Film & Television Production’s Namaste Bihar has been completed at Munger, Rajgir & different locales of Bihar recently. With this, the entire shooting has been completed. The film is being produced & concept by Rajan Kumar, directed by Laxman Sinha. It has screenplay by Nehal Ahmed, lyrics by Rajesh Mishra, Satish Sinha & Santosh Puri, music by Aman Shlok, choreography by Gaurav Kaushik, art by Govind Sahani, cinematography by Anil Vaghela & co – produced by Advocate Kalpana Waskar & Laxman Prasad Singh. The film stars debutante Bhumika Kalita, Rajan Kumar, Manoj Sinha, Monika Kanti, Devyank Das, Jeetendra Singh, Sohail Rana, Pramod Nirala, Rajesh Kushwaha, Harsh Kumar, Preetam Adhikari & Ex – Chief Minister of Bihar Satish Prasad Singh.

D K – An Untouch Love Story All Songs Recorded

All the songs of Om Tapeshwariye Films’ D K – An Untouch Love Story has been recorded at Zeal Recording Studio, Goregaon (W), Mumbai recently, under the baton of music director Arvind R. Naik. The song has been rendered by Rehan Khan, Dhanshree Pawar, Nandini Saroj & Monika Vaghmare. The film is being produced by Lalan Lal Manohar Ram, directed by Devendra Kapoor from his own screenplay, lyrics by J. P. Mastana, dialogues by Pramod Mishra, choreography by Govind Anand, editing by Guddu Zafery, cinematography by Unni Nair, production controlling by Shiv Pujan, production managing by Amit Jaiswal & music arrangement by Anil Gaonkar. The start to finish shooting is going on 12th November at Vangani in Maharashtra. The film stars Kamal Yadav, Alankar Shrivastav, Mamta Shastri, Satish Sharma, Lakhan Bhardwaj et al.

Dhruva Sarja Rs. 6 Crores Remuneration

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The young action prince with hat trick crown Dhruva Sarja is in news on remuneration aspect. In the media it was reported that the remuneration of Dhruva Sarja after Bharjari’s success is Rs.6 crores. He has 3 consecutive wins earning more than Rs.100 crores. Dhruva Sarja did not complaint on it but took it positively in his professional life. He avers, “For me this rumor spread is advantage and now I would feel why not reach to that remuneration” he explained discussing on remuneration aspect. Apparently the sources says the film Bharjari is Rs.50 crore club cinema in a span of 50 days is another major booster in the career of Dhruva Sarja. It adds to his intention of reaching Rs.6 crore remunerations, Dhruva Sarja admits that his remuneration is not even half of the budget of the film Bharjari. “I am at the reach of this rumor yet for me the story, team & budget of the movie is important” avers Dhruva Sarja.

Shivanna Meets Home Minister

Century star Dr Shivarajakumar has taken a new move to meet the increasing traffic problems of outer ring road Nagavara surroundings of Manyatha Tech Park. Shivanna recently met the Home Minister Ramalinga Reddy and explained the traffic hazard faced by lakhs of people. The meeting of Shivanna & Home minister Ramalinga Reddy was held at Vidhana Soudha. The home minister has promised to convene a traffic police meeting to avoid the present hassles in traffic movement. Reacting to the appeal made by Dr Shivarajakumar, Home minister stated that when Manyatha Tech Park business establishments were at the beginning stage there will be 30000 employees in that boundary was given in writing. Now the people coming & going to this Manyatha Tech Park has increased to 1.50 lakhs. Such a massive increase in movement is obviously difficult to the residents living around that area to reach city & return home. However after consulting with Bengaluru Development Minister a solution would be worked out he said. Representing the residents of his locality Dr Shiv held a protest sometime back. He has submitted a memorandum now.

Aishwarya Sindogi Back

The heroine of Sapnoki Raani Aishwarya Sindogi with Srujan Lokesh who later shifted to sister role in Shivajinagara of Dhuniya Vijay in Simhadri, Jackson, Mummy and a song number in Bhujanga with Prajwal Devaraj are in to her account. She is now in Samyuktha 2 as one of the 2 heroines. Audio CD of the film was released in a packed auditorium on Sat night. Cinema was not her dream till an offer came when she was studying PUC. Dance & fashion show was her favorite field. From Samyktha 2 a good progress for cinema profession is her expectations. Director Abhiram has stitched a good story & Dr. Manjunath has lent everything for good output of the film. Good days are ahead is the strong confidence of actress Aishwarya Sindogi.

Saudi, UAE, Kuwait urge citizens to leave Lebanon

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Saudi Arabia’s King Salman met with Saad al-Hariri in Riyadh on November 6 [Handout/Reuters]

by Al Jazeera

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait have advised their citizens not to travel to Lebanon and urged those who are in the country to leave as soon as possible.

Saudi Arabia’s official news agency SPA quoted a source in the foreign ministry on Thursday as saying: “Due to the situations in the Republic of Lebanon, the official source at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Saudi nationals visiting or residing in Lebanon are asked to leave the country as soon as possible.

“The Kingdom advised all citizens not to travel to Lebanon from any other international destinations.”

Only hours later, Kuwait and the UAE also urged its nationals to leave Lebanon immediately.

Bahrain – an ally of Saudi Arabia – had already ordered its citizens to leave Lebanon on Sunday, with the Bahraini foreign ministry issuing a travel advisory that cited “safety considerations”.

Leave of absence
Lebanon has been on edge after the sudden resignation of Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri, who announced his departure while on a visit to Saudi Arabia on Saturday.

His whereabouts have since been unknown. However, officials told Al Jazeera on Thursday that Hariri may be under house arrest or temporarily detained in the Saudi capital of Riyadh.

Lebanon’s Future Movement party, which is headed by Hariri, demanded on Thursday that the prime minister returns from the kingdom immediately in its sharpest statement yet over his leave of absence.

“The return of the Lebanese prime minister, the national leader, Saad al-Hariri, and the head of the Future Movement, is necessary to restore the dignity and respect to Lebanon at home and abroad,” said a former prime minister, Fouad Siniora, in a statement read on TV.

Al Jazeera’s correspondent in Lebanon said that the country’s President, Michel Aoun, would soon call for assistance from the international community, the Arab League, the United States, the United Kingdom, China and Russia – to help uncover the reason behind Hariri’s unexpected resignation.

Reuters news agency reported on Thursday, citing a senior Lebanese official, that the Lebanese government has not received Hariri’s official resignation papers, and as such still considers him as prime minister. The official added that the restrictions imposed by Saudi Arabia act as an “attack on Lebanon’s leaders”.

Riyadh has denied that the prime minister is under house arrest.

‘War declaration’
In his November 4 resignation, Hariri implicitly blamed Iran and its Lebanese ally, Hezbollah, for his decision. In his speech, he said that he suspected there were plans to target his life.

His father, Rafik Hariri – who also served as prime minister – was killed by in a bomb attack in 2005. Many of Hariri’s supporters blamed the bombing on Hezbollah, which denies it was involved.

In his address from Riyadh, Saad al-Hariri said Iran planted “disorder and destruction” in the country and meddled in the internal issues of Lebanon as well as other Arab countries.

Referring to Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran, Hariri said, “Iran’s arm … has managed to impose a fait accompli on Lebanon through the power of its weapons” in the last few decades.

“They have built a state within a state,” Hariri said from Riyadh.

His unexpected move also stoked fears of an escalation in the regional divide between Iran and the Gulf states, primarily Saudi Arabia, with Lebanon on the front lines.

Thamer al-Sabhan, the Saudi minister for Gulf affairs, said on Monday that Lebanon’s government would “be dealt with as a government declaring war on Saudi Arabia” because of what he described as “acts of aggression” committed by Hezbollah.

In an interview with Al Arabiya, Sabhan said Hezbollah was involved in every “terrorist act” that threatened Saudi Arabia.

“The Lebanese must choose between peace or aligning with Hezbollah,” he added, without offering details about what action Riyadh might take against Beirut.

Hariri, a leading Sunni politician, has been in office for less than a year, but previously served as prime minister between 2009 and 2011.

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