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India to host Miss World 2023

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India will be hosting the 71st edition of the Miss World 2023 pageant after a long gap of 27 years. Contestants from over 130 countries will be participating in a series of competitions. A press conference was held on June 8 in which Julia Morley, Chairperson and CEO of Miss World Organisation made the announcement. The reigning Miss World Karolina Bielawska and Femina Miss India World 2022, Sini Shetty were also present at the conference.

The venue and date is yet to be decided but the finale is tentatively scheduled for November/December. There will be a series of competitions including talent contests, sports challenges and charitable initiatives too. Candidates will be shortlisted before the grand finale.
So far, six Indians have won the title of Miss World. They include Reita Faria, Aishwarya Rai, Diana Hayden, Yukta Mookhey, Priyanka Chopra and Manushi Chhillar.

Actor Vijay to make his debut into politics

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Actor Vijay is likely to make his political debut in the 2026 assembly elections. He has a fan club cum welfare organisation ‘Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkam’ which was formed in 2008.

Vijay is called Thalapathy by his fans and has been doing well in Tamil cinema for the past three decades. His film ‘Varisu’ is said to be the highest grosser of 2023. Another film titled ‘Leo’ is set for release later this year while ‘Thalapathy 68’, a tentative title, is scheduled for release next year.
Though the 48 year old actor planned to make his political debut just before the 2021 assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, he put it off after he heard that superstar Rajinikanth was making an entry into politics. Now that Superstar has backed out, Vijay has decided to take the plunge.
Tamil Nadu has seen filmstars like MG Ramachandran and J Jayalalitha who excelled in politics and Vijay’s supporters say that his entry will trigger a lot of political excitement.

Nirmala Sitharaman’s daughter gets married

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s daughter Parakala Vangamayi got married to Pratik Doshi in a simple ceremony in Bengaluru on Thursday. The wedding was attended only by close family and friends. No political leaders were invited.

The rituals were carried out in the Vedic order of Adamaru Mutt by priests from Udipi Adamaru Mutt and Brahmin traditions were followed.
Parakala is a feature writer with Mint Lounge. She has a masters degree in journalism from Northwestern Medill School of Journalism The groom is from Gujarat, a key aide of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who works as an officer on Special Duty in the rank of joint secretary at the Prime Minister’s Office.
The bride was clad in a pink saree and the groom was wearing a white shawl and pancha. Nirmala Sitharaman was seen wearing a blue saree with an orange border and orange blouse.

Father’s Day Special at Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway

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Join us on Father’s Day for a fun filled day out with dad at Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway.

From interactive cooking stations featuring chef demonstrations of Healthy Salads to Cupcake making activity, to live musical performances, a special take away gift for dad, this brunch promises a delightful experience that will captivate guests of all ages.

Indulge in our multi-cuisine spread, featuring a Laksa Bar, a Pasta Market, an Antipasti and Bruschetta station, a Gnocchi Station and Indian classics that all dads love like Dal Makhani, Homestyle Chicken, to name some of the specials for the day

We also have a cocktail bar with the all-time favorites such as Bloody Mary, Whiskey Sour for all dads to sip on while taking a moment to enjoy this day with their kids and families

Secure your reservations today and join us at the Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel Brunch to create lasting memories with your father this Father’s Day.

Where: Feast, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade gateway

When: June 18th (12:30 PM to 4:00 PM)

Price: 2600 + Taxes – Brunch Buffet with Soft Beverages

3600 + Taxes – Brunch Buffet with Alcoholic Beverages

(50% Discount only for Father on the table)

For reservations, call: +91 9591996926 | 9632081279

Shimmering ✨ Sakshi Agarwal

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Check out the latest photoshoot gallery of Actress Sakshi Agarwal

Gitanjali Aiyar, an award winning Doordarshan news anchor passes away

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Gitanjali Aiyar, one of Doordarshan’s first English female news anchors, passed away on Wednesday. She was said to suffer from Parkinson’s disease and collapsed after returning home from a walk. She was 72

She completed her education from Loreto College in Kolkata and joined All India Radio in 1971 in the English news section and shifted to Doordarshan in 1976. She won the best anchor award four times. Besides this Gitanjali is also the recipient of the Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini Award for Outstanding Women in the year 1989.
She also acted in a DD show ‘Khandaan’ and featured in print advertisements too.
Being a familiar face on television, many people took to Twitter to offer their condolences. Gitanjali is survived by a son Shekhar and a daughter Pallavi Aiyar who is also an award-winning journalist. Both her children are based in the US. The cremation will be held on Friday.

Team at CURI Hospital celebrate successful completion of more than 600 robotic surgeries
By Juliana Sridhar

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Chennai Urology and Robotics Institute-CURI Hospital was founded in December 2018. At the helm is Dr. P.B. Sivaraman, Chairman, who is a notable Urologist. CURI Hospital has completed a milestone of completing more than 600 robotic surgeries. To celebrate this milestone, there was a 3 day celebration held at the hospital situated in OMR from June 2nd to June 4th.

On June 2nd, all the staff and biomedical students from local colleges were invited to attend a program where Dr. Ananthakrishnan and his team of Robotic Surgeons introduced the topic of Robotic Surgery and its advantages. On June 3rd, a CME was conducted with the Madras Urological Society and the visiting doctors and post graduates were informed about the basics and advanced techniques of Robotic Surgery followed by a hands-on training session.
On June 4th, a mega event was organised in association with the Indian Prostate Cancer Foundation and former patients, friends and well wishers were invited to celebrate this milestone. Akhila Srinivasan was the Chief Guest for the event. Chairman Dr. P.B. Sivaraman welcomed the gathering, Dr. Ananthakrishnan, Director and head of Robotic Surgery spoke about CURI Hospital’s journey in achieving this milestone and Managing Director Gayatri Ananthakrishnan proposed the vote of thanks.

GReaT Trails by GRT Hotels

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Vacations become more meaningful when they are enjoyed with the whole family. Great food, awe-inspiring locales, much-needed rest and recuperation and our loved ones around us are the ingredients for an ideal getaway. But what if one key ingredient is left out? Leaving your beloved pet behind while you travel can be heartbreaking and nerve-wracking. So wouldn’t it be great if you could take your furry friend along for the ride?

GRT Hotels and Resorts, after understanding this sentiment, has opened up its gorgeous, nature-inspired GReaT Trails properties at Yercaud, Kodaikanal, Wayanad and Thanjavur to pets. A number of amenities are in place to keep both you and your fur baby comfortable and safe.

“We understand how hard it can be to leave behind a part of your family while you’re on holiday. The GRT hotels and resorts group believes in inclusivity, so it only made sense that we opened our venues to pets too. We believe this will bring a sense of positivity to the brand as a whole,” says Vikram Cotah, CEO, GRT Hotels and Resorts.

Cozy pet beds, bowls, mats, tasty treats and collars with tags to identify the owner’s name and room number are just some of the measures being taken. There’s also plenty on the menu card to suit your pet’s every desire — chicken curry with boiled rice, fish with rice, mixed vegetables with rice and mutton with rice are just some of the options to keep your pet drooling and healthy while on vacation. Dry and wet food options by some top brands are also on the menu.

To ensure that pets and guests alike have the safest experience possible, be sure to carry your pet’s vaccination records, de-tick records and other important details before checking in. The GRT Hotels and Resorts group has also gone over and beyond with their safety standards, making sure all guests have a pleasant stay. The designated pet rooms and Pet Park will be deep cleaned thoroughly and regularly to keep with the highest hygiene standards that the GRT group is known for.

So grab your bags, your four-legged best friend and head to any of the GReaT Trails properties ‘fur’ the holiday of your dreams.

President Droupadi Murmu honoured with award in Suriname

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President Droupadi Murmu was conferred with the highest civilian award by Suriname. The award was presented to her by the President of the Republic of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi. The award-The Grand Order of the Chain of Yellow Star is Suriname’s highest distinction and President Murmu is the first Indian to receive this award.

After receiving the award, President Murmu stated that it was a great honour to receive this award and that it holds significance not only for her but for the 1.4 billion people of India.  She dedicated the award to the ”successive generations” of the Indian-Suriname community.
President Murmu arrived in Paramaribo, Suriname on June 4 and was received at the Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport with full state honours by Chandrikapersad Santokhi, the President of Suriname.
India and Suriname signed four major Memoranda of Understanding in the fields of health, agriculture and capacity building.

Bus driver bids emotional goodbye to bus on his retirement day

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A bus driver of Tamil Nadu State Transport became emotional on the day of his retirement. He not only bid farewell to his colleagues but also to the bus that he drove for 30 years

A video of him kissing the steering wheel of the bus and wrapping his arms around it has gone viral on social media. He also paid his obeisance by touching the footboard of the bus.

The driver became so emotional as he felt that the bus will no longer be his companion that it had been for 30 years and shed tears.
The video of this emotional goodbye was shared by a Twitter user on Twitter. Many people responded to this video and were touched by the driver’s love for his job. Some  wished the driver a happy retired life.

Special Mexican Menu at Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park

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It’s Mexican FIESTA TIME!!!! We never need an excuse for Mexican food, so gather your amigos and get ready for a feast with this special Mexican menu only at Cappuccino at Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park!

The Chefs at Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park has finely curated the Mexican food. You may choose your Vegetarian Tacos from these varieties, Homemade coriander Tacos filled with Mexican style mixed beans, Beet root Tacos filled with trio peppers & avocado, Assorted mesculin with mixed beans & Thai chilli. Non-Vegetarian Arabic kuboos bread with lamb and feta cheese, Mexican style slow cooked chicken filled with English cheddar, Spicy chilli coated shrimps served in Tex Mex Taco Sheli.

All tacos are served with salsa de pimentos, sour cream and mesculin salad.

Vegetarian homemade Nachos include Choice of Salsa: Guacamole, Garlic sour cream, Verde pico de gallo, salsa de pina. Choice of Veg: Jalapeno corn, Red bean, Black eyed bean, Primavera vegetables. Choice of Cheese: English cheddar, Smoked cheese, Herb chevre, Mozzarella. Non-Vegetarian include Choice of Meat: Chicken sausage, Pork bacon, Con carne pollo, Cebolleta camaron.

Dive into the delicious haven of Mexican fiesta served up with a delightful twist.

Date: 5th to 14th June

Restaurant: Cappuccino

Address: 132, TT Krishnamachari Rd, Austin Nagar, Alwarpet, Chennai

Price:  Ala Carte

For queries and reservations:  +91 9600030787

Jordan crown Prince marries Saudi architect

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Jordan’s crown Prince Hussein married Rajwa al-Saif, a Saudi architect in a grand wedding ceremony in Amman, Jordan that was attended by global royalty. Hussein studied international history at Georgetown University in Washington DC and graduated from Britain’s Royal Military Academy at Sandhurst. He is also a captain in the Jordanian army. The bride Rajwa graduated in architecture from Syracuse University in the US.

Some of the royals who attended the wedding included Britain’s Prince William and his wife Kate, US First Lady Jill Biden, Former King of Spain Juan Carlos and his wife Sophia.
The bride was dressed in an elegant white dress designed by Lebanese designer Elie Saab. while the crown prince wore a full ceremonial military uniform with a gold-hilted sabre.

Protesting wrestlers meet Home Minister Amit Shah

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The wrestlers who have been protesting against the sexual harassment of women wrestlers, including a minor, have made demands for the arrest of Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan. They had a meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday. However, they did not get the desired response from him.


The meeting was held in the residence of Amit Shah in Delhi late in the evening and went on till late night. As the wrestlers did not get the response that they expected, they will chalk out a strategy but will not back out.
The wrestlers went to Haridwar to immerse their medals in the Ganga, but they were stopped by the farmers’ leader Naresh Tikait. They have given an ultimatum to the government and have demanded the arrest of BJP MP Brij Bhushan before June 9.
Meanwhile two FIRs have been lodged against Brj Bhushan under the Pocso Act.

Ball girl gets hit during Women’s doubles in French Open

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A women’s doubles team from Japan and Indonesia were disqualified from the French Open after a ball hit by one of the players between points hit a ball girl. The doubles pair of Miyu Kato and Aldila Sutjiadi were playing against Czech Republic’s Marie Bouzkova and Spain’s Sara Sorribes Tormo when the incident took place.

Kato sent a cross-court ball towards the ball girl between points in the third round when the ball hit the shoulder of the ball girl and left her shaken and in great pain. Though Kato was initially given a warning by the umpire, after protests by their opponents, the pair were disqualified.
Kato apologised to the ball girl on Twitter and said that it was totally unintentional. Though Kato and her team mate Aldila pleaded before the French Open officials that it was an accident, they were still disqualified.

US President Joe Biden trips on stage at Air Force Graduation Ceremony

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US President Joe Biden tripped on stage over an obstacle at the Air Force Academy in Colorado but managed to escape unhurt. He delivered the commencement address to the graduates of the military academy and shook hands with the cadets and was walking back to his seat when he tripped and fell.

Air Force personnel helped the President to get back on his feet. After he rose, he pointed to a small black sandbag that apparently caught his foot. He laughed off his embarrassing fall and the White House insisted that the president was okay.
President Biden had another bout of bad luck when he was returning to the White House, he bumped his head on the door of the helicopter.
Biden aged 80 years is the oldest president seeking a second term in 2024 election. According to a report given by his doctor, he is physically fit and he exercises regularly.

Summer Desserts at Connexions, Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park

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Under the supervision of Executive Chef Gobu Kumar, the specially curated menu shall offer you classic summer delicacy with a modern twist. Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park introduces a summer dessert that combines one of the best mango pudding. It is a new and limited edition dessert in the  menu that brings together multiple summer flavours into a single pudding. Every summer in Chennai, we struggle with the unfaltering heat and trickles of unrelenting sweat down our backs. Thankfully, we can combat the waves of hot temperatures and humidity, as well as satiate our sweet tooth with a wide selection of cooling desserts at Connexions. The menu includes Fresh mango cream cheese cake, Mango maroon, Mango misu, Mango summer pudding, Mango Summer Parfait, Mango crumble bars, Almond mango truffle pastry, Alphonso mango with chocolate mousse, Green Mango swiss roll.

“Food is like passion, it comes from within and it touches heart. Different culinary treasures and flavour combinations bring out true joy from within. Bringing people the feeling of comfort and warmth through food is what I truly love doing.” Chef Gobu Kumar, Executive Chef, Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park, remarked.

For the original taste and rich texture, the desserts are highly renowned across the city. The mango summer pudding has been made with classic ingredients like mango pulp, coconut cream as well as spices like Glazed cherry for Garnish.

“The Mango Kingdom” on 5th June  to 31st June 2023 at Connexions,  Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park 

Date: 5th – 31st June

Restaurant – Connexions

Address: 132, TT Krishnamachari Rd, Austin Nagar, Alwarpet, Chennai

Price:  Ala Carte

For queries and reservations:  +91 9600030787

Smoking Hot 🔥 Raashii Khanna

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Check out the latest photoshoot pictures of Actress Raashii Khanna