‘Extremely Rare’ Snowy Owl Sighting Transfixes a California Suburb

By BY MICHAEL LEVENSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3A7JIzO
via IFTTT

3.8 Magnitude Earthquake In Haryana, Tremors Felt In Delhi

An earthquake of 3.8 magnitude was recorded in Haryana's Jhajjar with tremors in Delhi and surrounding areas on Sunday morning, the first day of the new year, the National Center for Seismology said.

There were no reports of any injuries or damage.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/mwa4Thk
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/MC6kmfD

An earthquake of 3.8 magnitude was recorded in Haryana's Jhajjar with tremors in Delhi and surrounding areas on Sunday morning, the first day of the new year, the National Center for Seismology said.

There were no reports of any injuries or damage.

‘I just don’t have words.’ Kyiv residents express fury at New Year’s Eve attacks.

By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER from NYT World https://ift.tt/PgmZTqt
via IFTTT

Breaking Out of the #MeToo Movie Formula

By BY AMANDA HESS from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/MYzLrbH
via IFTTT

American Catholics react to the death of Pope Benedict XVI.

By BY SARAH BAHR from NYT World https://ift.tt/1pjGNME
via IFTTT

Powered By Modified Charkha, Women Spin Success Stories In Kashmir

A delicate pashmina yarn holds promise for hundreds of women in Kashmir valley. Powered by a modified charkha, over 200 women spinners have ended the year 2022 with doubling their output and income.

The modification in the age-old charkha has changed the life of Shaesta Bilal. Since the income is based on output of spinning, the foot pedal charkha has come to her aid.

In Srinagar's downtown area, women like Shaesta are spinning the finest yarn in the world and modified charkha has given them confidence and self-reliance.

"This (modified charka) has given us the means to make a living so that we are self-reliant. Thank God we are earning more and we are not dependent on anybody. Now I'm not financially dependent on my husband," said Shaesta Bilal.

Ms Shaesta was given a new charkha and training by a pashmina shawl trader in Srinagar a year ago. Since then she has graduated to a resource person for other women.

Over the last one year, more than 200 women have been trained and given modified charkhas. The initiative is part of an effort to protect and preserve the genuine age-old craft of pashmina shawls, which is facing a massive invasion of fake and machine-made shawls.

The government has also started GI (geographical indicator) tagging of Kashmiri shawls to preserve its unique character and value in the market.

Over the years, the number of women spinning pashmina has come down drastically in Kashmir valley, mainly due to low wages and less output on the traditional charkha.

According to Mujtaba Qadri, who owns the training centre for women spinners and equip them with the new charkha, the modifications in the tool were made by Shere-e-Kashmir Agricultural University a few years ago.

"I started training with a few women initially. Once we saw the results that we were able to double the produce, which in turns doubles the income of women, I decided to run this programme," said Mujaba, who runs a family shawl business.

Besides providing modified charkha for free, Mujtaba also give a-15 day training course to women spinners. "From our centre, over 200 women have been trained in the last one year and we have provided them modified charkha as well," he said.

At the centre, Nusrat Begum says life has become a bit easier for her after she was trained to use the new charkha. From squatting on the floor to sitting on a chair, her spinning production has doubled.

"It has helped me a great deal. I used to spin three gram of yarn on the old charkha. Now I can spin six grams," said Ms Begum.

For centuries, the secret behind Kashmir's elegant pashmina shawls is fine spinning by women. It further goes to master artisans for weaving. For making some shawls with intricate work, it takes months and even a year to weave.

While the new charkha helps women spin more and earn more, the wages are still less. For a knot, which is 10 threads of yarn, they are being paid Re 1.5. They want more.

"The charkha is very useful to us. We are thankful to Qadri sahib as he gave us this charkha for free and we are doing very well on it. We work at home and also train others. We requested him if could increase our wages," said Yasmeena.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/BkoWCfK
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/MC6kmfD

A delicate pashmina yarn holds promise for hundreds of women in Kashmir valley. Powered by a modified charkha, over 200 women spinners have ended the year 2022 with doubling their output and income.

The modification in the age-old charkha has changed the life of Shaesta Bilal. Since the income is based on output of spinning, the foot pedal charkha has come to her aid.

In Srinagar's downtown area, women like Shaesta are spinning the finest yarn in the world and modified charkha has given them confidence and self-reliance.

"This (modified charka) has given us the means to make a living so that we are self-reliant. Thank God we are earning more and we are not dependent on anybody. Now I'm not financially dependent on my husband," said Shaesta Bilal.

Ms Shaesta was given a new charkha and training by a pashmina shawl trader in Srinagar a year ago. Since then she has graduated to a resource person for other women.

Over the last one year, more than 200 women have been trained and given modified charkhas. The initiative is part of an effort to protect and preserve the genuine age-old craft of pashmina shawls, which is facing a massive invasion of fake and machine-made shawls.

The government has also started GI (geographical indicator) tagging of Kashmiri shawls to preserve its unique character and value in the market.

Over the years, the number of women spinning pashmina has come down drastically in Kashmir valley, mainly due to low wages and less output on the traditional charkha.

According to Mujtaba Qadri, who owns the training centre for women spinners and equip them with the new charkha, the modifications in the tool were made by Shere-e-Kashmir Agricultural University a few years ago.

"I started training with a few women initially. Once we saw the results that we were able to double the produce, which in turns doubles the income of women, I decided to run this programme," said Mujaba, who runs a family shawl business.

Besides providing modified charkha for free, Mujtaba also give a-15 day training course to women spinners. "From our centre, over 200 women have been trained in the last one year and we have provided them modified charkha as well," he said.

At the centre, Nusrat Begum says life has become a bit easier for her after she was trained to use the new charkha. From squatting on the floor to sitting on a chair, her spinning production has doubled.

"It has helped me a great deal. I used to spin three gram of yarn on the old charkha. Now I can spin six grams," said Ms Begum.

For centuries, the secret behind Kashmir's elegant pashmina shawls is fine spinning by women. It further goes to master artisans for weaving. For making some shawls with intricate work, it takes months and even a year to weave.

While the new charkha helps women spin more and earn more, the wages are still less. For a knot, which is 10 threads of yarn, they are being paid Re 1.5. They want more.

"The charkha is very useful to us. We are thankful to Qadri sahib as he gave us this charkha for free and we are doing very well on it. We work at home and also train others. We requested him if could increase our wages," said Yasmeena.

.

By Unknown Author from NYT Home Page https://ift.tt/cONLwIH
via IFTTT

No New Entry, Hotel Booking In Mussoorie And Nainital On New Year Eve

New Year's Eve revellers and tourists who want to spend the evening in the beautiful cities of Mussoorie and Nainital will have to change their plans if they don't have prior bookings in hotels because the administration has decided to prohibit entry on December 30 and 31 for people without prior bookings to curtail the traffic chaos.

In a release issued by the administration, officials said that this decision has been taken to stop the overcrowding situation and properly manage the traffic at these tourist destinations.

This decision was taken in a review meeting regarding the traffic arrangements in view of the New Year celebrations chaired by the Director General of Police of Uttarakhand, Ashok Kumar.

Police officers of Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal, and Nainital districts participated in the meeting through video conferencing.

Uttarakhand DGP Ashok Kumar held a review meeting with the officers of Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal, Nainital districts through video conferencing regarding the traffic arrangements in view of New Year celebrations pic.twitter.com/oIxhGhMWuT

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) December 29, 2022

"Police have made adequate parking facilities available in the two tourist destinations in preparation for New Year's celebrations," said the state police chief.

The Uttarakhand DGP also issued a video message to tourists, urging them to cooperate with police and avoid causing a nuisance.

His tweet in Hindi, when translated to English, reads as "Enjoy New Year's Eve without chaos. My message to all the tourists and local residents coming to Uttarakhand".

नववर्ष के स्वागत का जश्न मनाएं, हुड़दंग नहीं

उत्तराखण्ड आ रहे सभी पर्यटकों व स्थानीय निवासियों के लिए मेरा संदेश...#Uttarakhand #NewYearsEve pic.twitter.com/dvShtoc6Mp

— Ashok Kumar IPS (@AshokKumar_IPS) December 29, 2022

Nine parking spots have been designated around the town, according to a press statement from Akshay Konde's office, the superintendent of police (traffic).

नववर्ष के दृष्टिगत आज श्री @AshokKumar_IPS, DGP Sir ने देहरादून, पौड़ी गढ़वाल, टिहरी गढ़वाल व नैनीताल के जनपद प्रभारियों के साथ वीडियो कॉन्फ्रेंसिंग कर यातायात व्यवस्था के संबंध में निर्देश दिए।#UttarakhandPolice #NewYearEve pic.twitter.com/VDDYERCM4o

— Uttarakhand Police (@uttarakhandcops) December 29, 2022

In one of Mussoorie's busiest and most happening areas, the Mall Road, Police Department has decided on a plan in advance to tackle the traffic.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/NGJnf7Z
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/4IF0f1s

New Year's Eve revellers and tourists who want to spend the evening in the beautiful cities of Mussoorie and Nainital will have to change their plans if they don't have prior bookings in hotels because the administration has decided to prohibit entry on December 30 and 31 for people without prior bookings to curtail the traffic chaos.

In a release issued by the administration, officials said that this decision has been taken to stop the overcrowding situation and properly manage the traffic at these tourist destinations.

This decision was taken in a review meeting regarding the traffic arrangements in view of the New Year celebrations chaired by the Director General of Police of Uttarakhand, Ashok Kumar.

Police officers of Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal, and Nainital districts participated in the meeting through video conferencing.

Uttarakhand DGP Ashok Kumar held a review meeting with the officers of Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal, Nainital districts through video conferencing regarding the traffic arrangements in view of New Year celebrations pic.twitter.com/oIxhGhMWuT

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) December 29, 2022

"Police have made adequate parking facilities available in the two tourist destinations in preparation for New Year's celebrations," said the state police chief.

The Uttarakhand DGP also issued a video message to tourists, urging them to cooperate with police and avoid causing a nuisance.

His tweet in Hindi, when translated to English, reads as "Enjoy New Year's Eve without chaos. My message to all the tourists and local residents coming to Uttarakhand".

नववर्ष के स्वागत का जश्न मनाएं, हुड़दंग नहीं

उत्तराखण्ड आ रहे सभी पर्यटकों व स्थानीय निवासियों के लिए मेरा संदेश...#Uttarakhand #NewYearsEve pic.twitter.com/dvShtoc6Mp

— Ashok Kumar IPS (@AshokKumar_IPS) December 29, 2022

Nine parking spots have been designated around the town, according to a press statement from Akshay Konde's office, the superintendent of police (traffic).

नववर्ष के दृष्टिगत आज श्री @AshokKumar_IPS, DGP Sir ने देहरादून, पौड़ी गढ़वाल, टिहरी गढ़वाल व नैनीताल के जनपद प्रभारियों के साथ वीडियो कॉन्फ्रेंसिंग कर यातायात व्यवस्था के संबंध में निर्देश दिए।#UttarakhandPolice #NewYearEve pic.twitter.com/VDDYERCM4o

— Uttarakhand Police (@uttarakhandcops) December 29, 2022

In one of Mussoorie's busiest and most happening areas, the Mall Road, Police Department has decided on a plan in advance to tackle the traffic.

How the Speaker’s Election Could Devolve Into Chaos

By BY CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/jISUc8u
via IFTTT

Suspect Arrested in Killings of 4 College Students in Moscow, Idaho

By BY NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS AND GLENN THRUSH from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/gjxkXnV
via IFTTT

Delhi To Start The New Year With Fresh Cold Wave

Delhi's minimum temperature rose to double digits for the first time in 15 days on Friday, but the respite is predicted to end soon.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said icy winds from the Himalayas will bring the minimum temperature down by three to five degrees Celsius in the plains of northwest India.

"Dense fog is likely to continue over the region during the next 4-5 days. A fresh cold wave spell is likely to commence over northwest India from January 1," it said in a statement.

The Safdarjung observatory, Delhi's primary weather station, recorded a minimum temperature of 10.7 degrees Celsius, four notches above the normal. It was also the highest minimum temperature this month.

The maximum temperature settled at 22.8 degrees Celsius, a departure of 2 degrees Celsius from normal.

The relief from cold in north India can be attributed to a western disturbance, a weather system characterised by warm moist winds from the Middle East.

With the western disturbance retreating by Saturday, cold wave and cold day conditions are predicted to wallop parts of Delhi in early January, meteorologists said.

The mercury will drop to eight degrees Celsius on Saturday and further to four degrees Celsius by Monday (January 2). Dense fog and cold wave conditions are predicted in parts of Delhi from January 1 to 5, according to the IMD.

A cold day is when the minimum temperature is less than or equal to 10 degrees Celsius below normal and the maximum temperature is at least 4.5 degrees Celsius below normal. A severe cold day is when the maximum is 6.5 degrees Celsius or more below the normal.

According to the IMD, 'very dense' fog is when visibility is between 0 and 50 metres, 51 and 200 metres is 'dense', 201 and 500 metres 'moderate', and 501 and 1,000 metres 'shallow'.

In the plains, the meteorological office declares a cold wave if the minimum temperature dips to four degrees Celsius or when the minimum temperature is 10 degrees Celsius or below and is 4.5 notches below the normal.

A severe cold wave is when the minimum temperature dips to two degrees Celsius or the departure from the normal is more than 6.4 degrees Celsius.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/bzew6lP
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/4IF0f1s

Delhi's minimum temperature rose to double digits for the first time in 15 days on Friday, but the respite is predicted to end soon.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said icy winds from the Himalayas will bring the minimum temperature down by three to five degrees Celsius in the plains of northwest India.

"Dense fog is likely to continue over the region during the next 4-5 days. A fresh cold wave spell is likely to commence over northwest India from January 1," it said in a statement.

The Safdarjung observatory, Delhi's primary weather station, recorded a minimum temperature of 10.7 degrees Celsius, four notches above the normal. It was also the highest minimum temperature this month.

The maximum temperature settled at 22.8 degrees Celsius, a departure of 2 degrees Celsius from normal.

The relief from cold in north India can be attributed to a western disturbance, a weather system characterised by warm moist winds from the Middle East.

With the western disturbance retreating by Saturday, cold wave and cold day conditions are predicted to wallop parts of Delhi in early January, meteorologists said.

The mercury will drop to eight degrees Celsius on Saturday and further to four degrees Celsius by Monday (January 2). Dense fog and cold wave conditions are predicted in parts of Delhi from January 1 to 5, according to the IMD.

A cold day is when the minimum temperature is less than or equal to 10 degrees Celsius below normal and the maximum temperature is at least 4.5 degrees Celsius below normal. A severe cold day is when the maximum is 6.5 degrees Celsius or more below the normal.

According to the IMD, 'very dense' fog is when visibility is between 0 and 50 metres, 51 and 200 metres is 'dense', 201 and 500 metres 'moderate', and 501 and 1,000 metres 'shallow'.

In the plains, the meteorological office declares a cold wave if the minimum temperature dips to four degrees Celsius or when the minimum temperature is 10 degrees Celsius or below and is 4.5 notches below the normal.

A severe cold wave is when the minimum temperature dips to two degrees Celsius or the departure from the normal is more than 6.4 degrees Celsius.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

A Look Back at Pelé’s Storied Soccer Career

By BY NAILAH MORGAN from NYT Obituaries https://ift.tt/gs7q2OM
via IFTTT

‘Wildcat’ Review: Rescue and Rewild

By BY MANOHLA DARGIS from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/uejzG2T
via IFTTT

Watch: IndiGo Air Hostess Gives Mid-Air Medical Aid To Passenger, Praised

Fights and arguments between airline crew members and passengers have become a common occurrence these days. However, in a welcome change, a new video has surfaced on Twitter showing an IndiGo air hostess administering mid-air medical assistance to a passenger.

A Twitter user named Irfan Ansari who was a passenger on the same flight recorded the video and shared it on his account. He wrote, "Dear IndiGo, please reward both cabin crew. I know it is their job but the way they are treated I believe our own relative also will not take care the way they did. Salute! Big respect to the girls and IndiGo."

According to the text inserted in the video, the airline was flying from Doha to Delhi on December 27. The 45-second clip shows an air hostess giving mid-air treatment to a passenger after he was injured by the lid of a baggage compartment. The crew member first gently puts ointment on the wounded finger and then goes on to put a band-aid on it. The passenger could also be heard thanking her for the assistance. 

Watch the video here:

Dear @IndiGo6E Please reward the both cabin crew, I know its there job but the way they treated i believe our own relative also will not take care the way they did, Salute🫡, Big respect to the girls and @IndiGo6E 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💐🇮🇳💐@DGCAIndia pic.twitter.com/m1WmdEVa69

— Irfan Ansari (@irfanhasan1986) December 28, 2022

Internet users appreciated the air hostess for taking such good care of the passenger. One user wrote, ''Great work,'' while another heaped praises on her and commented, ''An excellent example of Angels in the sky.'' A third said, ''Kudos to crew.''

IndiGo also responded to the social media user's tweet and wrote, ''Thank you for sharing this with us and appreciating our crew, Mr. Ansari. They are truly angels in the sky, providing excellent care and attention to our customers.''

See the post here:

Thank you for sharing this with us and appreciating our crew, Mr Ansari. They are truly angels in the sky, providing excellent care and attention to our customers🙂. #WeCareForYou #Inspiration #PassengerDelight #GoIndiGo https://t.co/1wnLaQ3y6s

— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) December 29, 2022

The heartwarming incident comes days after a video of a heated argument between a passenger and one of the crew members of IndiGo airline went viral on social media, making national headlines. The argument between the passenger and the air hostess was regarding meals served on board. 

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/xuJpecT
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/nMe54zh

Fights and arguments between airline crew members and passengers have become a common occurrence these days. However, in a welcome change, a new video has surfaced on Twitter showing an IndiGo air hostess administering mid-air medical assistance to a passenger.

A Twitter user named Irfan Ansari who was a passenger on the same flight recorded the video and shared it on his account. He wrote, "Dear IndiGo, please reward both cabin crew. I know it is their job but the way they are treated I believe our own relative also will not take care the way they did. Salute! Big respect to the girls and IndiGo."

According to the text inserted in the video, the airline was flying from Doha to Delhi on December 27. The 45-second clip shows an air hostess giving mid-air treatment to a passenger after he was injured by the lid of a baggage compartment. The crew member first gently puts ointment on the wounded finger and then goes on to put a band-aid on it. The passenger could also be heard thanking her for the assistance. 

Watch the video here:

Dear @IndiGo6E Please reward the both cabin crew, I know its there job but the way they treated i believe our own relative also will not take care the way they did, Salute🫡, Big respect to the girls and @IndiGo6E 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💐🇮🇳💐@DGCAIndia pic.twitter.com/m1WmdEVa69

— Irfan Ansari (@irfanhasan1986) December 28, 2022

Internet users appreciated the air hostess for taking such good care of the passenger. One user wrote, ''Great work,'' while another heaped praises on her and commented, ''An excellent example of Angels in the sky.'' A third said, ''Kudos to crew.''

IndiGo also responded to the social media user's tweet and wrote, ''Thank you for sharing this with us and appreciating our crew, Mr. Ansari. They are truly angels in the sky, providing excellent care and attention to our customers.''

See the post here:

Thank you for sharing this with us and appreciating our crew, Mr Ansari. They are truly angels in the sky, providing excellent care and attention to our customers🙂. #WeCareForYou #Inspiration #PassengerDelight #GoIndiGo https://t.co/1wnLaQ3y6s

— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) December 29, 2022

The heartwarming incident comes days after a video of a heated argument between a passenger and one of the crew members of IndiGo airline went viral on social media, making national headlines. The argument between the passenger and the air hostess was regarding meals served on board. 

Southwest Stole Christmas. It Still Has Superfans.

By BY EMMA GOLDBERG from NYT Business https://ift.tt/FQZwRAb
via IFTTT

Woman Allegedly Held Hostage, Raped By Her Friend For 2 Days In Gurugram

A 20-year-old woman was allegedly held hostage and was raped by her friend here, police said on Thursday.

According to a complaint filed by the woman, the accused, identified as Rasdul, lived as a tenant at the victim's house, they said.

The accused and the woman became friends and stayed in touch even after the man shifted to another place, police said citing the complainant.

On December 26, the man took the woman to his room, held her hostage, repeatedly raped her for two days, and threatened to kill her, they said.

The victim somehow freed herself and told her family about the incident after which they moved to the police, they said.

An FIR was registered against the accused under sections 376 (rape), 506 (criminal intimidation), and 342 (wrongful confinement) of the Indian Penal Code on Wednesday, said inspector Rajender Kumar, SHO of Kherki Daula police station.

Efforts are on to arrest the accused, he said. 

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/RSmNTbD
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/nMe54zh

A 20-year-old woman was allegedly held hostage and was raped by her friend here, police said on Thursday.

According to a complaint filed by the woman, the accused, identified as Rasdul, lived as a tenant at the victim's house, they said.

The accused and the woman became friends and stayed in touch even after the man shifted to another place, police said citing the complainant.

On December 26, the man took the woman to his room, held her hostage, repeatedly raped her for two days, and threatened to kill her, they said.

The victim somehow freed herself and told her family about the incident after which they moved to the police, they said.

An FIR was registered against the accused under sections 376 (rape), 506 (criminal intimidation), and 342 (wrongful confinement) of the Indian Penal Code on Wednesday, said inspector Rajender Kumar, SHO of Kherki Daula police station.

Efforts are on to arrest the accused, he said. 

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

Mumbai Belongs To Maharashtra, "Not To Anyone's Father": Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said today that Mumbai belongs to the state and "not to anyone's father", strongly condemning the "make Mumbai a Union Territory" remark by Karnataka minister J Madhu Swamy. Maharashtra, he said, will write to Karnataka and Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the issue. Union minister Shah will be requested to reprimand such "motormouths," he added.

Amid the raging boundary dispute, Mr Madhu Swamy had made a strong attack on Maharashtra in the legislative assembly.

"It is being said that they (Maharashtra leaders) have taken a decision and said that Belagavi should be declared a Union Territory, I want to tell those people that there are two or three such cities in the country which can be made Union Territories... Mumbai is the top of them. It was like a Union Territory during Mumbai or Bombay presidency... if those people want the good of the country, then show a big heart and announce that Bombay will be made a Union Territory," he had said.

Karnataka Chief Minister Basvaraj Bommai said, "we will not give even an inch of our land".

Speaking in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly today, Mr Fadnavis said the state's feelings will be conveyed to the Karnataka government and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

"Mumbai belongs to Maharashtra and not to anyone's father," Mr Fadnavis was quoted as saying by news agency Press Trust of India. "We will not tolerate anyone staking claim over Mumbai and we will put forth our feelings before the Karnataka government and Union home minister," he said, reported PTI.

Leader of the Opposition Ajit Pawar had flagged the issue, naming the Karnataka minister. "(Bharatiya Janata Party MLA) Laxman Savadi said Mumbai belongs to Karnataka and has rubbed salt on the Marathi people's wounds," he had said.

At a meeting between the chief ministers of the two states with Amit Shah earlier this month, it was decided that no fresh claim would be made by either party while the matter was pending in the Supreme Court, he said.

"The comments by Karnataka MLAs or the Karnataka Congress president are contrary to what was decided. We will not tolerate any claim staked on Mumbai. We condemn this," Mr Fadnavis said.

The Karnataka leaders' reaction came after both Houses of the Maharashtra legislature had unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday to "legally pursue" the inclusion of "every inch" of the land of Belgaum, Karwar Bidar, Nipani, Bhalki cities and the 865 Marathi-speaking villages in Karnataka into the western state.

Mr Shinde, who had moved the resolution, also condemned the remarks by Karnataka leaders.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/6q3QCgb
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/dGXiaNT

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said today that Mumbai belongs to the state and "not to anyone's father", strongly condemning the "make Mumbai a Union Territory" remark by Karnataka minister J Madhu Swamy. Maharashtra, he said, will write to Karnataka and Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the issue. Union minister Shah will be requested to reprimand such "motormouths," he added.

Amid the raging boundary dispute, Mr Madhu Swamy had made a strong attack on Maharashtra in the legislative assembly.

"It is being said that they (Maharashtra leaders) have taken a decision and said that Belagavi should be declared a Union Territory, I want to tell those people that there are two or three such cities in the country which can be made Union Territories... Mumbai is the top of them. It was like a Union Territory during Mumbai or Bombay presidency... if those people want the good of the country, then show a big heart and announce that Bombay will be made a Union Territory," he had said.

Karnataka Chief Minister Basvaraj Bommai said, "we will not give even an inch of our land".

Speaking in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly today, Mr Fadnavis said the state's feelings will be conveyed to the Karnataka government and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

"Mumbai belongs to Maharashtra and not to anyone's father," Mr Fadnavis was quoted as saying by news agency Press Trust of India. "We will not tolerate anyone staking claim over Mumbai and we will put forth our feelings before the Karnataka government and Union home minister," he said, reported PTI.

Leader of the Opposition Ajit Pawar had flagged the issue, naming the Karnataka minister. "(Bharatiya Janata Party MLA) Laxman Savadi said Mumbai belongs to Karnataka and has rubbed salt on the Marathi people's wounds," he had said.

At a meeting between the chief ministers of the two states with Amit Shah earlier this month, it was decided that no fresh claim would be made by either party while the matter was pending in the Supreme Court, he said.

"The comments by Karnataka MLAs or the Karnataka Congress president are contrary to what was decided. We will not tolerate any claim staked on Mumbai. We condemn this," Mr Fadnavis said.

The Karnataka leaders' reaction came after both Houses of the Maharashtra legislature had unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday to "legally pursue" the inclusion of "every inch" of the land of Belgaum, Karwar Bidar, Nipani, Bhalki cities and the 865 Marathi-speaking villages in Karnataka into the western state.

Mr Shinde, who had moved the resolution, also condemned the remarks by Karnataka leaders.

36 Hours

By Unknown Author from NYT Home Page https://ift.tt/ag2zhWn
via IFTTT

Hey 2022, You Were "Fabulous" But Kriti Sanon Is "Ready To Move On"

As the year 2022 is about to end, Bollywood celebs have been sharing posts looking back at their journey of this year. The recent celeb to join the list is Kriti Sanon. The actress had a "fabulous year" as she won not one but two Best Actress awards in a lead role category for her film Mimi, one at the Filmfare Awards and another at International India Film Academy (IIFA) 2022. However, now she is kind of ready to "move on". On Instagram, the actress has shared a reel summing up her "2022 Memories." From her BTS moments from the shooting of films to her fitness regime, the video includes all the memories. 

Sharing the post, Kriti Sanon captioned it as "2022 You were fabulous!! But.. I'm kinda ready to move on..." Soon after she shared the post, her fans flooded the comment section. A user wrote, "Ufff Cuteness Overloaded," while another wrote, "Blessed with bestest ever." 

Here have a look: 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon)

Kriti Sanon had a great year as she won two awards and her film Bhediya, co-starring Varun Dhawan, was also well received by the audience. Also, she launched her fitness brand, The Tribe. 

Meanwhile, the actress keeps her Insta family updated by sharing her pictures. A few days ago, she shared a post featuring her with Shahid Kapoor. In the caption, she wrote, "KS & SK," followed by a heart emoticon.

Here have a look: 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon)

A few days ago, she shared a video introducing her "Krack Team". "Meet my Krack Team! My people, my backbone, my home away from home, my friends like family! Its a Krazy Krack bunch of beautiful hearts! What would i do without you guys?! Watch the vlog on my YouTube Channel! Live Now!" read her caption.

Here have a look: 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon)

On the work front, next year, Kriti Sanon will be seen in three films Ganapath with Tiger Shroff, Shehzada with Kartik Aaryan and Adipurush with Prabhas and Saif Ali Khan.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/IYFfads
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/dGXiaNT

As the year 2022 is about to end, Bollywood celebs have been sharing posts looking back at their journey of this year. The recent celeb to join the list is Kriti Sanon. The actress had a "fabulous year" as she won not one but two Best Actress awards in a lead role category for her film Mimi, one at the Filmfare Awards and another at International India Film Academy (IIFA) 2022. However, now she is kind of ready to "move on". On Instagram, the actress has shared a reel summing up her "2022 Memories." From her BTS moments from the shooting of films to her fitness regime, the video includes all the memories. 

Sharing the post, Kriti Sanon captioned it as "2022 You were fabulous!! But.. I'm kinda ready to move on..." Soon after she shared the post, her fans flooded the comment section. A user wrote, "Ufff Cuteness Overloaded," while another wrote, "Blessed with bestest ever." 

Here have a look: 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon)

Kriti Sanon had a great year as she won two awards and her film Bhediya, co-starring Varun Dhawan, was also well received by the audience. Also, she launched her fitness brand, The Tribe. 

Meanwhile, the actress keeps her Insta family updated by sharing her pictures. A few days ago, she shared a post featuring her with Shahid Kapoor. In the caption, she wrote, "KS & SK," followed by a heart emoticon.

Here have a look: 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon)

A few days ago, she shared a video introducing her "Krack Team". "Meet my Krack Team! My people, my backbone, my home away from home, my friends like family! Its a Krazy Krack bunch of beautiful hearts! What would i do without you guys?! Watch the vlog on my YouTube Channel! Live Now!" read her caption.

Here have a look: 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon)

On the work front, next year, Kriti Sanon will be seen in three films Ganapath with Tiger Shroff, Shehzada with Kartik Aaryan and Adipurush with Prabhas and Saif Ali Khan.

Video Shows White Men Attacking Black Teens at a South African Pool

By BY THE NEW YORK TIMES from NYT World https://ift.tt/vXPTyGI
via IFTTT

Jack Whitten’s ‘Lost Chapter,’ Now at Dia:Beacon

By BY ARUNA D’SOUZA from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/ixlCPU7
via IFTTT

Railways Ministry Shares Video Of Revamped Train Coaches Adorned With Art

The Ministry of Railways on Tuesday shared a video showing a new set of revamped train coaches. The 'coach facelift' initiative has been undertaken by the Sealdah Division of the Eastern Railway in order to revamp the otherwise-dull train coaches and make them more vibrant. The video shows a coach of a local train operating in West Bengal, facelifted with colourful art and bright LED lights. The walls of the coach can be seen adorned with murals and paintings, portraying India's diverse culture.

Sharing the video, Indian Railways wrote, ''Uplifting your Travel Experience! A coach facelift initiative has been undertaken by the Sealdah Division of @EasternRailway, where coaches are being adorned with art. Catch a glimpse of a train that runs on the Sealdah-Bangaon section.''

Watch the video here:

Uplifting your Travel Experience!

A coach facelift initiative has been undertaken by the Sealdah Division of @EasternRailway, where coaches are being adorned with art. Catch a glimpse of a train that runs on the Sealdah-Bangaon section. pic.twitter.com/9mfaajAxxb

— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) December 27, 2022

Many users flocked to the comment section to appreciate the unique initiative and praised Indian Railways. One user wrote, ''Great initiative to showcase and save the rich Indian and especially regional culture in the form of art.I think trains on all local routes could be decorated like this and in other similar designs !!!'' Another said, ''Great initiative by team.''

However, not everyone was impressed with the art. Many found it unappealing and said that the Railways should focus more on improving its service and pay heed to problems faced by commuters.

A third user reacted to the video and wrote, ''Gaudy Awful Claustrophobic... Graffiti Artists do better JobsDo some Good Maintenance n Improve Services n Coach Quality instead.''

A fourth commented, ''Please!! Employ good and professional artists for this. Else leave it as is. This is not a facelift. Its a spoiler!!'' A fifth added, ''Painting uplifts the travel experience? A waste of money in my books.''

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/ieDYqh5
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/dGXiaNT

The Ministry of Railways on Tuesday shared a video showing a new set of revamped train coaches. The 'coach facelift' initiative has been undertaken by the Sealdah Division of the Eastern Railway in order to revamp the otherwise-dull train coaches and make them more vibrant. The video shows a coach of a local train operating in West Bengal, facelifted with colourful art and bright LED lights. The walls of the coach can be seen adorned with murals and paintings, portraying India's diverse culture.

Sharing the video, Indian Railways wrote, ''Uplifting your Travel Experience! A coach facelift initiative has been undertaken by the Sealdah Division of @EasternRailway, where coaches are being adorned with art. Catch a glimpse of a train that runs on the Sealdah-Bangaon section.''

Watch the video here:

Uplifting your Travel Experience!

A coach facelift initiative has been undertaken by the Sealdah Division of @EasternRailway, where coaches are being adorned with art. Catch a glimpse of a train that runs on the Sealdah-Bangaon section. pic.twitter.com/9mfaajAxxb

— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) December 27, 2022

Many users flocked to the comment section to appreciate the unique initiative and praised Indian Railways. One user wrote, ''Great initiative to showcase and save the rich Indian and especially regional culture in the form of art.I think trains on all local routes could be decorated like this and in other similar designs !!!'' Another said, ''Great initiative by team.''

However, not everyone was impressed with the art. Many found it unappealing and said that the Railways should focus more on improving its service and pay heed to problems faced by commuters.

A third user reacted to the video and wrote, ''Gaudy Awful Claustrophobic... Graffiti Artists do better JobsDo some Good Maintenance n Improve Services n Coach Quality instead.''

A fourth commented, ''Please!! Employ good and professional artists for this. Else leave it as is. This is not a facelift. Its a spoiler!!'' A fifth added, ''Painting uplifts the travel experience? A waste of money in my books.''

Tiny Love Stories: ‘He Knows Better by Now’

By Unknown Author from NYT Style https://ift.tt/QGH1iOI
via IFTTT

In a city a few hours from Moscow, mothers grieve their sons, but don’t resent Putin’s war.

By BY VALERIE HOPKINS AND NANNA HEITMANN from NYT World https://ift.tt/lYBSx1n
via IFTTT

"Tunisha Sharma Had Deep Mark On Neck, No Other Injury": Doctor

After the cremation of Tunisha Sharma, a doctor from F&B Hospital gave details about the moment on December 24 when the late actor was brought to the hospital by her colleagues.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/f12Y3w4
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/hRlNLxz After the cremation of Tunisha Sharma, a doctor from F&B Hospital gave details about the moment on December 24 when the late actor was brought to the hospital by her colleagues.

Travel Meltdowns in Recent History

By BY DANIEL VICTOR from NYT Business https://ift.tt/lJjwYxB
via IFTTT

Watch: Spooked Lions Run For Safety After Herd Of Elephants Shows Up

A video showing an entire pack of lions running for safety after a herd of elephants approached them is going viral on the internet.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/GZMQaEC
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/hRlNLxz A video showing an entire pack of lions running for safety after a herd of elephants approached them is going viral on the internet.

Paris Shooting Suspect Indicted on Charges of MurderWith Racist Motive

By BY CONSTANT MÉHEUT from NYT World https://ift.tt/HXFBKU0
via IFTTT

"Blizzard Of The Century" Not Over: New York Governor

A winter storm that has killed at least 25 people in western New York was dubbed the "blizzard of the century" Monday by the state's governor.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/hzOlJui
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/HMnIW92 A winter storm that has killed at least 25 people in western New York was dubbed the "blizzard of the century" Monday by the state's governor.

Is the Inflation Storm Letting Up?

By BY PAUL KRUGMAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/zxZ1I9H
via IFTTT

Congress Leader Salman Khurshid Compares Rahul Gandhi To Lord Ram

Linking the ongoing 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' to the epic Ramayana, Congress leader and former Union minister Salman Khurshid on Monday compared party leader Rahul Gandhi to Lord Ram and the Congress to...

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/Twb5nBM
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/HMnIW92 Linking the ongoing 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' to the epic Ramayana, Congress leader and former Union minister Salman Khurshid on Monday compared party leader Rahul Gandhi to Lord Ram and the Congress to...

"Didn't Do Much To Earn That": Cameron Green On Rs 17.5 crore IPL Contract

The 23-year-old had an amazing week after a winning bid from Mumbai Indians made him richer by Rs 17.5 crore.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/IYDFZul
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/HMnIW92 The 23-year-old had an amazing week after a winning bid from Mumbai Indians made him richer by Rs 17.5 crore.

Mumbai Student, On Vacation In Goa, Raped By Bus Driver: Police

A bus driver was arrested for allegedly raping a Mumbai-based student holidaying in Goa, a police official said on Monday.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/7rNUZoR
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/HMnIW92 A bus driver was arrested for allegedly raping a Mumbai-based student holidaying in Goa, a police official said on Monday.

Vijay Deverakonda Announces All-Expenses Paid Holiday For 100 Of His Fans

Actor Vijay Deverakonda, every Christmas, surprises his fans with his special thanksgiving gesture #Deverasanta. This year too the 'Arjun Reddy' star announced an all-expenses-paid trip for 100 of his...

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/dG4CkTo
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/HMnIW92 Actor Vijay Deverakonda, every Christmas, surprises his fans with his special thanksgiving gesture #Deverasanta. This year too the 'Arjun Reddy' star announced an all-expenses-paid trip for 100 of his...

Kathy Whitworth, Record-Holder for U.S. Golf Wins, Dies at 83

By BY RICHARD GOLDSTEIN from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/WLU6Tdp
via IFTTT

Your Monday Briefing

By BY NATASHA FROST AND AMELIA NIERENBERG from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/AISBFNh
via IFTTT

Buses of Migrants Arrive at Kamala Harris’s Home on Christmas Eve

By BY STEPHANIE LAI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/5GRn81f
via IFTTT

Terry Hall, a Face of Britain’s Ska Revival, Is Dead at 63

By BY ALEX WILLIAMS from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/8d07ptn
via IFTTT

Maya Ruiz-Picasso, Artist’s Daughter and Inspiration, Dies at 87

By BY NEIL GENZLINGER from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/062Byk4
via IFTTT

Russian Tourist Dies In Odisha Hotel, 2 Days After Co-Traveller's Death

A Russian tourist died after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Odisha's Rayagada district, two days after his fellow traveller was found dead there, police said on Sunday.

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/ztnp890
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/jmBo5YA A Russian tourist died after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Odisha's Rayagada district, two days after his fellow traveller was found dead there, police said on Sunday.

Star "Closest To Sun" Named After Atal Bihari Vajpayee On Birth Anniversary

On the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, which was marked as 'Good Governance Day' across the country, the Aurangabad unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) named a...

from NDTV News- Topstories https://ift.tt/xV2aq89
via IFTTT https://ift.tt/jmBo5YA On the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, which was marked as 'Good Governance Day' across the country, the Aurangabad unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) named a...