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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor was conferred with France’s prestigious award

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Shashi Tharoor, Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram and author of several books, was conferred France’s highest civilian order ‘Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur’ at a ceremony at the French Embassy on Tuesday.

Though the French government announced the award in August 2022, it was conferred on him only on Tuesday. It was conferred by French Senate President Gerard Larcher.
This award was in recognition of Dr. Tharoor’s efforts to strengthen Indo-French ties, his commitment to international peace and cooperation and for being a long standing friend of France.
Shashi Tharoor said that he was greatly honoured to accept the Knight of the Legion of Honour award and that he looks forward to promoting and nurturing friendship and further cooperation between India and France.

Sini Shetty to represent India at the Miss World pageant in India

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The opening ceremony of the Femina Miss World pageant is being held today. The 71st edition of this contest is being held in India after 28 years. The grand finale will be held on the 9th of March.

Sini Shetty will represent India at the pageant. She shared her pride and enthusiasm on representing India on this prestigious platform. She said that she will be representing 1.4 billion Indians and feels that it is an immense responsibility. Contestants from 120 countries are taking part in the event. The opening ceremony is being held at Hotel Ashok in New Delhi and the India Tourism Development Corporation will host the opening ceremony. It will be telecast live on missworld.com
The grand finale will be held on March 9th at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.
Several competitions and charitable initiatives  will be held in different cities. The ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ project has been the central theme for the contest since 1972.

Right to adopt is not a fundamental right

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The Delhi High Court held that the right to adopt children is not a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution that guarantees the right to life and liberty.

The court upheld the changes made to the Adoption Rules issued under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act of 2015 that bars parents from adopting a normal child if they already have two children.

A normal child is one who does not suffer from any disability as provided under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act.
This policy change has been introduced to ensure that more children with special needs are adopted.
The court was dealing with a bunch of petitions filed by prospective parents already having two children and wanting to adopt a third child. The judgment was delivered by Justice Subramoniam Prasad.

SC holds contribution of homemaker invaluable

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The Supreme Court held on Friday that the contributions made by a homemaker are difficult to quantify in monetary terms and that their contribution is invaluable.

A bench of Justice Suryan Kant and Justice KV Viswanathan held that tribunals and courts should calculate the notional income of homemakers based on their work, labour and sacrifices in cases of motor accident claims.
The court passed this order while hearing a motor accident appeal arising due to the unfortunate death of a woman from Uttarakhand in a road accident in 2006. The tribunal awarded only Rs 2.5 lakh as damages. The aggrieved family appealed to the Uttarakhand High Court for enhancement of compensation but it was dismissed in 2017.
An appeal was therefore filed before the Supreme Court which enhanced the compensation to Rs 6 lakhs to be paid to the family of the deceased woman within 6 weeks. The bench observed ”One should never underestimate the value of a homemaker.”

New chief for Tamil Nadu Congress unit

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K.Selvaperunthagai, the Congress assembly floor leader has been officially appointed as the new chief of the state unit. This was conveyed by AICC General Secretary KC Venugopal on Saturday evening.

Killiyoor MLA S Rajesh Kumar has been designated as the Congress Assembly floor leader.
According to party sources, K.Selvaperunthagai joined the Congress party in 2010 after serving in various capacities in many parties. He is currently an MLA of the Sriperumbudur assembly constituency. He has been the Congress assembly floor leader since June 2021. He will replace KS Alagiri just ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
He will take charge with immediate effect. The Congress party also appreciated the contribution of the outgoing President KS Alagiri.

Irida Skky Lounge – A new gem is set to grace the skyline of Chennai

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A new gem is set to grace the skyline of Chennai. Introducing Irida Skky Lounge, a restobar founded by a group of friends who, after their globetrotting experiences, are turning up the heat on the culinary scene. Along with a team with over 30 years of experience in acclaimed international bars and restaurants, we are trying to bring culturally and geographically diverse cuisines to Chennai. Nestled across 4.5k square feet on the 10th floor located in Egmore, this three-tiered establishment boasts indoor, outdoor, and rooftop seating, seamlessly blending nature and modern aesthetics. The launch was attended by Chennai’s favourite Models, Celebs & Socialites.

Immerse yourself in the ambience of Irida Skky Lounge, with clean modern lines inspired by the iris flower, surrounded by sunsets and rainbows adorning the space. Find hints of Greek mythology within our brand identity, inspired by the Goddess of Rainbows, otherwise known as Irida (also called Iris) who creates a bridge between the gods and mortals in the form of a rainbow — one that you might capture cast over your dining experience. The strategic 10th-floor location ensures an unobstructed view of the pulsating heart of Chennai city, providing a mesmerising backdrop to your dining experience.

So, raise a glass to Chennai’s new culinary scene. Irida Skky Lounge isn’t just a restobar; it’s an invitation to escape, to explore, to indulge in a sensory symphony that will take you on an intoxicating journey you’ll never forget. Situated at Floor 10, Briley One, Ethiraj Salai, Egmore, Chennai 600 008.

The culinary delights of Delhi at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal

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Join the gastronomic trail at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal to explore the culinary delights of Delhi

~ Delhi’s finest on your plate~

Celebrate the culinary heritage of Delhi this February at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal with the Delhi 6 food festival. From February 15th to 25th, indulge in authentic delights at The Hebbal Cafe, featuring a specially curated menu by Cuisine Speciality Chef Amir Qureshi and Executive Chef Rajeev Kumar.

Explore the vibrant streets of Delhi through meticulously crafted dishes. The menu highlights of the exclusive food festival include Daulat Ki Chat, Chole Kulcha, Murgh Barra, Majnu Ka Tila Kachori, Bedmi Poori, Nagori Halwa, and more.  Enjoy the unlimited mocktails and drinks along with the buffet to enhance your dining experience.

Bring your friends and family over to experience Purani Dilli only at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal.

For further details and reservations, please contact: +919606482968

What: Delhi 6

Where: The Hebbal Cafe, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal

When: 15th February to 24th February

Price: Dinner INR 1,799++ Kids (5 to 12 yrs) INR 899++

Sunday Brunch: 25th February

Price: INR 1999++ per person | Kids: 999++ per kid

THE AUDACITY OF HOPE
By Sanjay Pinto

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(Pic: Mohan Kumar receiving a gift from the Chennai Police Commissioner Sandeep Rai Rathore, IPS. His father Ramamurthy is also seen)

At the Greater Chennai Police Headquarters, this weekend, a scene almost straight out of the hit film “12th Fail” unfolded. The son of an auto driver and fruit vendor who is preparing for the Civil Services Examination, had gone to lodge a complaint with the cyber crime wing. In a eureka moment, as I felt that a handshake with the top cop would do wonders to the young IPS aspirant’s morale, a la real life Manoj Kumar Sharma, IPS, I put in a word to the Commissioner of Police.

Within minutes, Mohan Kumar got a call from the Commissioner’s camp clerk and asked to come up to the 8th floor to meet the big boss at lunch time. Not only did this youngster get a pep talk and tips to clear the examination, he was also given a gift and allowed to have a photograph clicked with Sandeep Rai Rathore, IPS, whose disarming smile spoke a thousand words.

(Pic: Mohan Kumar receiving a gift from the Chennai Police Commissioner Sandeep Rai Rathore, IPS. His father Ramamurthy is also seen)

With the skin of their teeth, Mohan’s parents had dug into their meagre savings to fund his Engineering education. Having been a victim of discrimination and apathy since his adolescent years, this graduate has been hellbent on changing the system by joining it. That’s how his IPS dream took shape. Ensconced behind his mother’s fruit stall in Alwarpet, Mohan can be seen studying under street lights with the hope of a brighter tomorrow. Former IAS Officer Israel Jebasingh had magnanimously given this deserving candidate free coaching at his Officers IAS Academy.
A few years ago, when a fire had engulfed a photo studio in the vicinity, it was Mohan’s alertness and his call to 101 that helped limit the damage. When I informed the then Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mylapore, V.Balakrishanan, IPS (Now Commissioner of Police, Coimbatore) he had immediately arranged for a cash award to recognise the youngster’s good deed.


Quite like that rural lad in Vidu Vinod Chopra’s flick, Mohan is now enthused to keep the fire in his belly intact to get those 3 magical letters after his name. And his appointment with the Police Commissioner will remain a red-letter day in his life.

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(Sanjay Pinto is an Advocate practising at the Madras High Court, Legal Columnist, Author of 4 Books and Former Resident Editor of NDTV 24×7)

Gear up for a weekend full of comics, cosplays & fun with the first edition of Chennai Comic Con 2024 on the 17th-18th February 2024!

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Comic Con India, the largest pop culture celebration prepares to immerse fans in a realm where fantasy meets reality unlike ever before, with its first ever edition of the convention in the vibrant city. The thrilling weekend promises a never before experience for our cosplay & anime lovers with a plethora of international and Indian comic creators, renowned artists, and popular industry names showcasing their best of work on display. Maruti Suzuki Arena presents Chennai Comic Con 2024, powered by Crunchyroll, will see every attendee receive an exclusive copy of Infinity Gauntlet comic book.

The event showcase comics in a big way with a slew of upcoming publishing houses/Indian artists like Indusverse, Holy Cow Entertainment, Acid Toad, Garbage Bin, Corporate comics , Bullseye Press, Bakarmaxx, Art of SAVIO, and Abhijeet Kini  and many more along with International artists Dan Parent and John Layman that will be gracing the event.

On the 17th -18th February 2024, the most-awaited event will also feature The Arena (in association with The Esports Club), an 2500sq ft gaming arena, which will have daily tournaments, Esports and popular streamers and gaming experiences. among many other exciting activities for all attendees.

Along with this, Comic Con India will also see panels and exclusive sessions with the likes of Amar Chitra Katha, Crunchyroll, Naruto Tamil voice over artists and leading Indian & International creators. Along with special stand up by the popular duo Rohan Joshi & Sahil Shah, Abhishek Kumar followed by some electrifying performances by Duality, PAAL DABBA, MTV Hustle Namma Patai – Rap Performance, Art work by Art Guy Rob & many more.

While Chennai attendees will get a chance to witness captivating experiences with Maruti Suzuki Arena, Crunchyroll, Kung Fu Panda Experience and Hyderabad’s Biggest Comic Book Store by Penguin Random House India. The event will urge pop culture geeks to go on a shopping spree with brands like Celio, Bonkers Corner, Red Wolf, Bewakoof.com and tons more.

Speaking about the thrilling weekend celebration, Jatin Varma, Founder, Comic Con India, said, “Comic Con isn’t just an event, it’s a remarkable gathering where the audience’s story, imagination and creativity reaches its peak. It has been celebrated and attended by Lakhs of enthusiasts all over India in so many different cities, and Chennai being the epicenter of art and creativity has us super excited to bring our special celebration to the passionate people here. I am confident that everyone in this beautiful vivacious city will have the best time at this first Comic Con in Chennai and I can’t wait to see how this unfolds.”

Book your passes for Chennai Comic Con 2024, 17th and 18th February at Chennai Trade Center.

Daily Timings: 11AM to 8PM.  Passes available on www.comiccon.in and Book My Show.

Website link: www.comicconindia.co

Paytm director Manju Agarwal resigns

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Paytm director Manju Agarwal resigned from the board of Paytm Payments Bank on February 1. According to the company, the resignation was due to personal commitments.

Meanwhile, the financial technology company announced that it would form an advisory committee to deal with compliance and regulatory issues after the Reserve Bank of India had ordered the Paytm Payments Bank to wind up most of its operations.
As far as customers are concerned, they can withdraw from their accounts but services like fund transfers and UPI facilities will no longer be available.
Users can however use the PayTM app and the UPI channel as the app is owned by the parent company and not directly associated with Paytm Payments Bank.

Chinese New Year Celebration at Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel

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Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center invites patrons to embrace the spirit of the Chinese New Year with a culinary extravaganza like no other. Immerse yourself in a celebration of the Year of the Dragon with an exquisite array of Chinese delicacies meticulously curated to delight your senses from February 10th to 12th

In this 3- day celebration, experience the richness of Chinese New Year traditions with an expansive menu, which includes everything from succulent dim sum delights to flavorful main courses. From the delicate flavors of Crystal Truffle Dumpling Delight to the savory satisfaction of Sichuan Chili Lobster, each dish is a masterpiece designed to usher in good fortune and prosperity. Whether you crave the bold flavors of Chong Qing Style Mock Meat or prefer the comforting familiarity of Braised Silken Tofu, there’s something to satisfy every palate.

There are ample options for Vegetarian with delectable dishes such as Lo Bak Guo (Radish Cake) and Hong Kong Style Prawn Served with Pumpkin Sauce. And no Chinese New Year celebration would be complete without a selection of irresistible desserts, including the refreshing Yuzu Cake and the indulgent Taiwan Peanut Ice Cream Roll.

Head over to Inazia with your friends and family as we usher in the Year of the Dragon in style at Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center

For Reservations, please contact +91 95139 82019 

 What: Chinese New Year Celebrations

 Where: InAzia, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center

Time: Lunch – 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm and Dinner – 7:30 to 10:30 pm

When: 10th Feb to 12th Feb,2024

Price: Lunch and Dinner ( Ala carte)

Miss World pageant to be held in India from February 18 to March 9

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The coveted and much anticipated Miss World pageant will be held in India from February 18 to March 9. This international beauty pageant is returning to India after almost three decades.

The opening ceremony ”India welcomes the World Gala” by the India Tourism Development Corporation will take place in New Delhi on February 20. It will be held in various venues across the country with 120 contestants from across the globe taking part in different competitions and charitable initiatives.
The grand finale of the contest will be held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai on March 9 and will be telecast and streamed across the world.
This is the 71st Miss World festival. India hosted this pageant earlier in 1996. Manushi Chhillar won the title in 2017. The other Indian women who won the Miss World titles are Reita Faria,  Aishwarya Rai, Diana Hayden, Yukta Mookhey and Priyanka Chopra.

Amitabh Bachchan visits Ram temple in Ayodhya

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Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan visited the Ram temple in Ayodhya to offer prayers and seek blessings. He attended the grand inauguration ceremony of the temple that took place on January 22nd along with his son Abhishek. Many other film stars also attended the ceremony.

The 81 year old actor will inaugurate a new jewellery showroom, a brand that he endorses.
It has been reported that the actor has purchased a plot in a seven-star enclave in Ayodhya. It is said to be a 10,000 square feet plot that is just 15 minutes away from the Ram temple.
Mumbai based developer-The House of Abhinandan Lodha has not given any details regarding the value or size of the said plot.

Former PM VP Narasimha Rao to be conferred with Bharat Ratna

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Former Prime Minister and veteran leader of the Congress party, late PV Narasimha Rao will be conferred with the Bharat Ratna award. It is the highest civilian award in the country. He was a six time Member of Parliament who passed away at the age of 83 in 2004.

This award was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He stated that former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao was a distinguished scholar and a statesman who served the country in various capacities.
He was born on June 28th, 1921 in Karimnagar, Telangana into an agricultural family. He became an advocate and later joined politics. He served in various capacities including Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. He brought about many economic reforms in the country, especially the dismantling of the License Raj. It was he who appointed Manmohan Singh as Finance Minister and brought about several economic reforms to pull out the country from an economic crisis.

Shankar Mahadevan returns to Mumbai, receives warm welcome

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Shankar Mahadevan, singer and composer who won the Grammy award at the Grammys 2024, returned to Mumbai early this morning. He was given a warm welcome. by his family and fans who welcomed him with flowers and chocolates.

He along with tabla maestro Zakir Hussain bagged the award for the Best Global Music Album at the Grammys 2024 held in Los Angeles. Shankar Mahadevan felt extremely happy to see many people waiting at the airport with gifts. He posed for pictures with them.
For him, it was a dream come true as he won the award after touring for 25 years. He shared pictures of him with the award on Instagram along with a thank you note.
The award was for their album ”This Moment”,  which was released last year. Their band Shakti featured guitarist John McLaughlin, percussionist V Selvaganesh and violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan.

Prince William resumes royal duties after wife’s surgery

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Prince William has resumed royal duties after his wife Kate Middleton’s surgery and his father King Charles’ cancer diagnosis.

On Wednesday, the 41 year old Prince of Wales, hosted an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle and handed over around 50 honors on behalf of King Charles. The King meanwhile has started his outpatient cancer treatment.
Prince William is the president of the Football Association and bestowed honors on many soccer athletes including former England footballer Ellen White.
Even though Prince William has resumed royal duties, he will still focus on taking care of Kate who is recuperating after her abdominal surgery and their three children. Kate will take a break to recover behind closed doors until Easter.
Meanwhile Prince Harry visited his ailing father and the meeting lasted around 45 minutes. He stayed in a luxury hotel in London instead of opting for a royal residence.
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