Month: May 2024

  • Now Order ISKCON’s ‘Maha Prasad’ Online Via Govt’s ONDC Network |

    New Delhi: The ‘Maha Prasad’ from International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) is now available for order online at the government’s Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), it was announced on Monday.

    ISKCON has partnered with homegrown logistics platform Shiprocket to deliver the Prasad to devotees and seekers across the nation.

    “ISKCON’s ‘Maha Prasad’ on the ONDC network is a testament to the evolving landscape of digital commerce where sacred traditions merge with modern convenience,” said T. Koshy, MD and CEO, ONDC, an initiative of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).

    Shiprocket said that it will ensure a seamless and reliable delivery experience, allowing devotees to receive Maha Prasad with the same reverence and sanctity as offered at ISKCON temples worldwide.

    “In the realm of material perception, ‘Prasadam’ acts as both diet and medicine, silently guiding us towards inner peace and contentment,” said Gauranga Das from ISKCON.

    “To place an order for Maha Prasad, visit the Paytm and Mystore buyer apps on ONDC,” said the network.

    Incorporated on December 31, 2021, ONDC has created a facilitative model to revolutionise digital commerce, giving greater thrust to the penetration of retail e-commerce in India.

    In April, ONDC facilitated 7.22 million transactions and onboarded over 5 lakh sellers.

  • Tushar Deshpande’s Instagram Story Adds Salt To RCB’s Wounds, CSK Star Delets It Later | Cricket News

    In an era where social media blunders are rapidly amplified, Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) pacer Tushar Deshpande found himself at the center of controversy following his Instagram story mocking Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). After RCB’s defeat to Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2024 Eliminator, Deshpande’s ill-timed post added fuel to the fire, leading to a backlash that prompted its swift deletion.

    Tushar Deshpande’s Instagram story. pic.twitter.com/bXSed8pf7Y — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 22, 2024

    Also Read: Angry Sanju Samson’s ‘Use Your Brain’ Gesture To Yashasvi Jaiswal Goes Viral During RR vs RCB Game In IPL 2024 Eliminator- Watch

    A Heartbreaking Defeat for RCB

    Royal Challengers Bangalore, riding high on a six-match winning streak, faced a crushing blow as their IPL 2024 campaign ended in the Eliminator against Rajasthan Royals. Despite posting a competitive total of 172/8, courtesy of valuable contributions from Virat Kohli (33 off 24) and Rajat Patidar (34 off 22), RCB’s efforts fell short. RR’s chase, spearheaded by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s explosive 45 off 30 balls and Riyan Parag’s composed 36 off 26, ensured they reached 174/6 in 20 overs, knocking RCB out of the tournament.

    Deshpande’s Instagram Faux Pas

    As RCB fans mourned yet another missed opportunity, Tushar Deshpande’s Instagram story added insult to the injury. The CSK pacer posted a photo of Bengaluru Cantonment railway station with the caption “CSK fans are built different,” subtly mocking RCB’s repeated failures. However, recognizing the insensitivity and potential backlash, Deshpande quickly deleted the post.

    Analyzing the Game: RCB’s Batting Woes

    RCB’s innings had moments of brilliance but lacked the finishing touch needed to secure a higher total. Kohli’s quickfire 33 and Patidar’s solid 34 laid a promising foundation, but the middle-order struggled to accelerate. Despite a spirited effort, the score seemed insufficient against a resilient RR side. Avesh Khan (3/35) and Ravichandran Ashwin (2/29) were instrumental in keeping RCB’s total in check.

    Rajasthan’s Resilience: Jaiswal and Parag Shine

    Chasing 173, RR faced early jitters but quickly found their rhythm with Jaiswal’s aggressive approach. His 30-ball 45 included some stunning boundaries, providing the necessary momentum. Parag’s calm demeanor under pressure was commendable, as he anchored the chase with a crucial 36 off 26 balls. The duo’s efforts were complemented by Rovman Powell’s late cameo (16* off 9), sealing the win for Rajasthan.

    Turning Points: Siraj and Ferguson’s Efforts

    Mohammed Siraj’s late strikes (2/33) gave RCB a glimmer of hope, dismissing Parag and Hetmyer in quick succession. Lockie Ferguson’s crucial breakthroughs, including the dismissals of Jaiswal and Kohler-Cadmore, momentarily shifted the game’s momentum. However, Powell’s calculated assault in the final overs dashed RCB’s comeback hopes.

    The Road Ahead for Rajasthan Royals

    With this victory, Rajasthan Royals advanced to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Qualifier 2, setting up an exciting clash for a place in the IPL final. RR’s win, breaking a four-match losing streak, reinvigorates their campaign and showcases their potential to go all the way.

    Social Media’s Double-Edged Sword

    Deshpande’s Instagram story serves as a reminder of the double-edged sword that is social media. While it can enhance fan engagement and provide a platform for personal expression, it also requires a level of sensitivity and awareness, especially in the heat of competitive sports. The incident underscores the need for athletes to exercise caution and empathy in their online interactions.

  • Coal Scam: Suspended IAS Ranu Sahu and Soumya Chaurasia on EOW remand for four days, now they will be interrogated on many points.

    Raipur. Suspended IAS Ranu Sahu and Soumya Chaurasia were presented in the special court of Raipur today in the coal scam case. The court handed over Ranu Sahu and Soumya on EOW remand for four days. Let us tell you that EOW had filed a petition in the court for the remand of Ranu and Soumya. EOW will now interrogate the accused on many points.

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  • Pune Porsche Car Crash: Police Grills 3 Generations Of Agarwal Family Including Minor Acccused | Updates |

    Pune Porsche Accident: Pune Police on Thursday began questioning three generations of the city’s realtor family, the Agarwals, following the gruesome killing of two people on May 19 by a speeding Porsche, news agency IANS reported. They include Vishal S. Agarwal, his father Surendra Kumar Agarwal, and his minor son, who is accused of driving the Porsche at a dizzying speed of around 200 kmph while intoxicated, killing two Madhya Pradesh technicians just minutes later. Vishal S. Agarwal is being investigated for allegedly giving his minor son a Porsche with no registration and allowing the driver to let the underage boy drive it despite not having a driver’s licence. 

    During the grilling, he reportedly admitted that it was a ‘mistake’ to give the luxury car to his son on May 18 (Saturday) night, which resulted in the heinous tragedy on Sunday morning. Surendra Kumar Agarwal is under renewed scrutiny in a 15-year-old case of allegedly ordering a hit on Shiv Sena ex-corporator Ajay Bhosale over a business dispute in October 2009, and the matter is currently sub-judice, with the Crime Branch investigating alleged mafia ties with Rajendra Nikhalje, alias Chhota Rajan. Finally, the minor boy — labelled as the ‘Richie rich brat’, who grabbed national headlines—is being questioned by the concerned authorities at the Juvenile Correctional Home where he was shunted on May 22, after a massive public outcry and protests.

    According to the investigators, the boy spent at least Rs 48,000 on a party for about a dozen of his young friends at a restaurant and pub in Pune, where they were served a variety of imported hard liquors without being verified as to their age, and even kept the establishments open past the permitted hours. After the binge, the kids filed out, and the minor boy sped away in his Porsche, killing Ashwini Koshta and Aneesh Awadhiya, both 24, who were riding home on a motorbike after a reunion with friends that fateful morning. 

    Barely 15 hours later, the boy, ostensibly using his influential family connections, secured bail, was ‘punished’ by writing an essay on the Porsche tragedy, agreed to work for a fortnight with the Yerawada Traffic Police Department, and agreed to undergo medical counselling for alcohol de-addiction.

    As locals expressed outrage and the situation escalated politically, the Pune Police filed a review petition against the May 19 order, and on May 22, the Juvenile Justice Board cancelled his bail and sent him to the Juvenile Correctional Home for 14 days. Along with the Agarwals spanning three generations, three other accused in the same case were arrested on May 20: Cosie Restaurant owner Prahlad Bhutada, manager Sachin Katkar, and barman Sandeep Sangle. 

    They are currently in police custody until Friday (May 24) for allegedly serving alcohol illegally to a minor customer and his friends without verifying their identity or age. The State Excise Department raided and sealed the premises on 
     

  • Prashant Kishor lashed out at critics and said – Keep plenty of water with you on June 4

    Election strategist Prashant Kishore has claimed BJP’s victory in 2019. Said that the number of seats won by BJP in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections will be around the same number of seats in this election also. Apart from this, he has also predicted the priorities of PM Modi if he becomes Prime Minister for the third time. The opposition and opponents are criticizing his statement. Let us tell you that the results of Lok Sabha elections will be declared on June 4.

    Prashant Kishore writes, “Drinking water is good because it keeps both the mind and body hydrated. Those who are surprised by my assessment of the outcome of this election should keep plenty of water handy on June 4. 2 May 2021 and remember Bengal.”

    Drinking water is good as it keeps both mind and body hydrated. Those who are RATTLED with my assessment of outcome of this election must keep plenty of water handy on June 4th.

    PS: Remember, 02nd May, 2021 and #West Bengal!!

    — Prashant Kishor (@PrashantKishor) May 23, 2024

    He has also advised to remember the results of the West Bengal assembly elections held in 2021 and the predictions made by him before that. Let us tell you that before the results of the assembly elections in West Bengal came out, Prashant Kishore had said that BJP will not reach triple digits in Bengal. At the same time, many channels had predicted BJP’s victory. However, the results came out as per Prashant Kishore’s claims.

    Prashant Kishor said in a recent interview, “I think the Modi-led BJP is making a comeback. They may get the same number of seats as in the last election or their performance may be slightly better than before.” Prashant Kishor said that even though people may be disappointed or angry with the BJP government, there is no widespread anger to remove the Modi government.

  • Truecaller Partners With Microsoft: Users Can Now Generate Digital Voice Replicas |

    New Delhi: The popular caller identification app, Truecaller has introduced a collaboration with Microsoft. They’re using Microsoft’s new ‘Personal Voice’ tech from Azure AI Speech. This feature lets users create a digital version of their own voice. 

    Since its launch in 2022 Truecaller’s AI Assistant has been equipped with various AI technologies. It can handle tasks like answering calls, screening them, taking messages, responding for you, and even recording calls for your review later on. (Also Read: India Exports Over 45,000 Tonnes Of Onions After Ban Lifted)

    “The personal voice feature allows our users to use their own voice, enabling the digital assistant to sound just like them when handling incoming calls,” Raphael Mimoun, Product Director and General Manager, Truecaller Israel, said in a statement. (Also Read: Buddha Purnima Holiday: Banks To Remain Closed In THESE Cities & States On May 23)

    “This groundbreaking capability not only adds a touch of familiarity and comfort for the users but also showcases the power of AI in transforming the way we interact with our digital assistants,” he added.

    The addition of Microsoft’s Personal Voice tech to Truecaller’s AI Assistant means that if you already have Assistant on your app, you can have your callers hear a replicated and authentic version of your voice instead of one of the many digital assistants on offer.This feature is being rolled out gradually across all of Truecaller’s markets, the company said. (With IANS Inputs)

  • IPL 2024: 5 heroes of Rajasthan Royals, in front of whom RCB got defeated, gave a big blow to Faf-Virat!

    IPL 2024, RCB vs RR: RCB’s journey in the 17th season of the Indian Premier League has come to an end. This team made a strong comeback after losing the opening match and reached the playoffs by winning 6 matches, but in the eliminator match, it was defeated by Sanju Samson’s team by 4 wickets. Everyone felt that the way RCB has won the last 6 matches in a row, it will do the same in the 7th match as well, but it could not happen. 5 players of Rajasthan Royals stopped RCB’s victory chariot and knocked them out of this season.

    In the first eliminator match played on 22nd May at Narendra Modi Stadium, RCB batted first and scored 172 runs on the board, in reply, Rajasthan won in 19 overs by losing 6 wickets. We are telling you about those 5 heroes who defeated RCB.

    R Ashwin

    The veteran off-spinner bowled amazingly in this important match and broke the back of RCB. Ashwin gave only 19 runs in his 4 overs and took 2 wickets. Due to their tight bowling, RCB could reach only 172 runs. For this better performance he was given the Player of the Match award.

    Yuzvendra Chahal

    Rajasthan’s senior leg spinner took only 1 wicket in this match. That wicket was of Virat Kohli, who is half the strength of RCB. After his dismissal, the team came under pressure. Kohli tried to hit a six on the second ball of Chahal’s first over, but due to not connecting properly, he was caught out on the boundary line. Kohli’s wicket proved to be the turning point of the match.

    Avesh Khan

    In this eliminator match, Rajasthan’s Avesh Khan was certainly expensive, but he took 3 wickets in the last overs. Due to which the team could not score a big score. Avesh took the wickets of Rajat Patidar, Mahipal Lomror and Dinesh Karthik by giving 44 runs in 4 overs. These were the same players who could take RCB to 190.

    Yashasvi Jaiswal

    Yashasvi Jaiswal gave a good start for Rajasthan, which was chasing 172 runs. He played an innings of 45 runs in 30 balls. Which made it easier for the middle order batsmen. Jaiswal’s inning proved important in RR’s victory.

    Riyan Parag

    Played the biggest innings for Rajasthan in this match. He played the role of finisher by scoring 36 runs on 26 balls. He brought the team to the threshold of victory.

  • CG BREAKING: Senior journalist’s wife found dead in house under suspicious circumstances, police engaged in investigation…

    Manoj Yadav, BREAKING NEWS: The wife of a senior journalist died under suspicious circumstances in Korba district of Chhattisgarh. The incident took place at the woman’s residence in CSEB colony. Civil Line Police has started investigating the case.

    According to the information, Janaki Sharma, wife of senior journalist Vishweshwar Sharma, lived alone in quarter number 569 of CSEB Colony. When the door was not opened in the morning, the neighbors called the police and informed. As soon as the police received the information, they reached the spot and broke the door of the house and entered inside, and found Janaki Sharma dead.

    Civil Line Police informed the family members of Janaki Sharma (deceased) about the incident. Along with this, preparations are being made to send the dead body for postmortem. The police have started investigation on all aspects of this case.

    Also read: CG CRIME: Minor kidnapped and raped forcefully, police recovered the victim from the accused’s house

  • Prashant Kishor On Formula To Defeat BJP, Seats For Modi In 2024 Polls And Big Decisions In NDA 3.0 |

    With the Lok Sabha polls drawing near to its conclusion, the political pundits are busy making their predictions while the pollsters are keeping the people in suspense. Political analyst Prashant Kishor is making headlines nowadays for his interviews with various news outlets where he talked about the performance of the BJP and the Congress in the ongoing Lok Sabha polls 2024. While the results will be out on June 4, people are eager to know the trends and likely results and thus Kishor’s predictions are a huge draw. 

    Prashant Kishor On Formula To Defeat BJP

    Prashant Kishor, who is credited for not only the BJP’s but also for the victory of Mamata Banerjee’s TMC and K Chandrashekar Rao’s BRS, said that the saffron party is facing anti-incumbency and the percentage of votes polled by Modi over the years has declined. He said that Muslims should form an alliance with four sets of Hindu voters who do not vote for the BJP or Modi. Kishor said that the four Hindu sections are – Gandhian Hindus, Ambedkarite Hindus, Communist Hindus and Socialist Hindus.

    Kishor On Number Of Seats BJP May Win

    Prashant Kishor claimed that the BJP has made significant gains in South and East India. He was referring to the states of Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal and Odisha. Kishor has maintained that the BJP’s seat tally may not drop below 270 seats. Thus, indicating that the Modi may retain power for the third time with around 300 seats. 

    Kishor On Big Changes In Modi 3.0

    Kishor said that Modi 3.0 will start with a bang as there may be more concentration of power with the Centre. He said that the Modi government might fulfil the demand of bringing Petrol/Diesel under the Goods and Services Tax (GST). He also claimed that there might be an attempt to curtail the financial autonomy of the states. He said that India under Modi 3.0 may become more assertive when it comes to handling geopolitical issues.

  • Trump Claims Biden Officials Were Ready to Shoot Him: What’s the Truth? ,

    Followers of former US President Donald J Trump received a startling email from ‘President Trump’ with a subject line stating, ‘They were authorised to shoot me!’ In the email, Trump alleged that the Biden administration was ‘locked & loaded’ to kill him when searching his home in 2022, reported the New York Times.

    According to reports, Trump’s email read, “You know they’re just itching to do the unthinkable … Joe Biden was locked & loaded ready to take me out & put my family in danger..”

    The readers thought it was a distress signal, but soon it was established as one of Trump’s fundraising appeals and attention-grabbing tactics.

    What Is The Truth?

    As per the New York Times’ report, the claims were false and misleading. The accusations solely relied on a misrepresentation of a standard Justice Department policy on the use of deadly force in its operations.

    Trump was talking about a newly revealed FBI document detailing the procedures for searching Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in 2022. This document contained a standard statement about the “use of force” in such operations.

    According to the New York Times, the statement explained that officers can use deadly force only if they believe it’s necessary because the person poses an immediate threat of death or serious injury to the officer or someone else.

    In 2022, the FBI carried out the search when Trump was out of town and Mar-a-Lago was closed. As per reports, the FBI had coordinated with the Secret Service beforehand to ensure they could enter Mar-a-Lago smoothly. Everyone agreed to keep the operation subtle and avoid making it look forceful.