More names would have been deleted if ECI had full freedom in SIR exercise: BJP

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CM Siddaramaiah assures safety of Kannadigas amid Israel-Iran conflict; helpline to be launched

Bengaluru, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday said the state government has taken the safety of Kannadigas residing in Middle Eastern countries seriously in view of the ongoing conflict between Israel and…

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Iran war: Centcom details start of Operation Epic Fury​

Washington, Feb 28, (SocialNews.XYZ) The U.S. Central Command said it commenced “Operation Epic Fury” in the early hours of Saturday, describing it as the largest regional concentration of American military firepower in a generation.​ In…

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Bengal SIR: Maximum ‘under adjudication’ cases in 3 B’desh-bordering districts

Kolkata, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the final voters’ list in West Bengal, prepared under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, was published on Saturday, official statistics showed that the maximum number of “under adjudication”…

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Iran strike push for ‘freedom’, claims Trump ​

Washington, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) President Donald Trump on Saturday claimed “freedom” for the Iranian people is his central goal as the United States launched what officials described as a multiday military operation against Iran, in…

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Karnataka woman records live missile attack in Bahrain, video goes viral

Bengaluru, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) A Karnataka woman has recorded a video of what she described as the live war situation in Bahrain after Iran reportedly launched missile attacks on US military installations. The video, which…

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West Asia war: US Secret Service boosts security posture​

Washington, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The U.S. Secret Service on Saturday said it has moved to an enhanced security posture around protected locations amid the escalating situation involving Iran, warning the public to expect a heightened…

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Trump’s Iran strikes spark US war clash

Washington, Feb 28, (SocialNews.XYZ) President Donald Trump’s decision to launch military strikes in Iran has sparked intense political debate in the US. Senior Democrats have called the action unauthorised and reckless, while Republican lawmakers defend…

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Kharge condoles Andhra factory blast deaths; demands probe and compensation

New Delhi, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday expressed anguish over the explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh’s Kakinada district that left at least 20 people dead. In a…

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EAM Jaishankar holds calls with Iranian, Israeli FMs to urge de-escalation

​New Delhi, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar engaged in back-to-back telephone conversations with his Iranian and Israeli counterparts on Saturday, expressing India’s deep concern over the rapidly deteriorating situation in the…

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PM Modi arrives in Chennai; to launch Rs 7,000 crore projects in TN and Puducherry

Chennai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Chennai on Saturday, marking the beginning of a high-profile two-day visit to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry that combines major development initiatives with political engagements and…

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Vijay Deverakonda & Rashmika Mandanna to do ‘Annadanam’ in temples across the country

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have decided to do ‘Annadanam’ in temples across the country on Sunday to celebrate this huge milestone in their lives. They will also be sending…

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More names would have been deleted if ECI had full freedom in SIR exercise: BJP

Kolkata, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The West Bengal BJP on Saturday claimed that more names would have been deleted from the state’s electoral rolls if the Election Commission of India (ECI) had been given full freedom…

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Hansi Productions announces a fresh love story

Prestigious project to be made as a youthful romantic drama Love dramas have always enjoyed strong audience support. Especially entertaining love drama genres receive special appreciation. Keeping in line with the current trend, a new…

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As UNSC prepares for emergency meeting, UN chief condemns ‘military escalation’

United Nations, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the United Nations Security Council prepared for an emergency session on Saturday, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned what he called the “military escalation in the Middle East”. He said the…

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Shahid Kapoor’s happiness mantra includes a car ride & Kishore Kumar song

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Shahid Kapoor’s happiness mantra includes a long car ride, along with some old songs. The ‘Vivaah’ actor took to his official Instagram handle and uploaded a video of himself enjoying…

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Manoj Muntashir calls presenting Lord Krishna’s epic journey in theatrical experience ‘truly special’

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Renowned lyricist and screenwriter Manoj Muntashir called presenting Lord Krishna’s epic journey in a grand theatrical experience ‘truly special’. On 27th February, the NMACC stage witnessed the spectacular portrayal of Manoj Muntashir’s “Krishna…

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Madhya Pradesh to vaccinate 8 lakh girls in state-wide HPV vax drive

Bhopal, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a major preventive healthcare initiative, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav on Saturday launched a state-wide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign aimed at protecting adolescent girls from cervical cancer….

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Akshay Kumar & Wamiqa Gabbi twin in matching outfits as they commence promotion for ‘Bhoot Bangla’

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actress Wamiqa Gabbi is all set to share the screen with Akshay Kumar for the first time in Priyadarshan’s upcoming horror comedy, “Bhoot Bangla”. As the project nears release on…

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Chhattisgarh govt transfers Rs 10,324cr to 25.28 lakh farmers ahead of Holi

Raipur/Bilaspur, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Chhattisgarh government on Saturday transferred more than Rs 10,324 crore to farmers ahead of Holi, crediting the amount directly into their bank accounts under the Krishak Unnati Yojana. Chief Minister…

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Vipul Amrutlal Shah alleges Chennai & Kerela theatre owners are being threatened to take down ‘Kerala Story 2’

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah has alleged that the theatre owners of Chennai and Kerala have been receiving threats to pull out their movie, “The Kerala Story 2” after it was released on Friday, following…

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AI Summit protest: Curbs imposed on Youth Cong chief Uday Bhanu Chib’s bail till March 6

New Delhi, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a dramatic turn of events, Indian Youth Congress (IYC) President Uday Bhanu Chib was granted bail in a midnight hearing in the case related to the shirtless protest at…

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Mamta Kulkarni makes her first TV appearance in 25 years with ‘Laughter Chefs season 3’

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Popular 90s actress Mamta Kulkarni is all set to make her first television appearance in 25 years with the latest episode of the cooking reality show, “Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment Season…

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India deeply concerned with developments in Iran and Gulf region: MEA

New Delhi, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) India on Saturday said that it remains deeply concerned at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise…

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Ahaan Panday’s sister Alanna Panday buys luxurious 5 room expensive villa in USA

Mumbai Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Social media influencer and actor Ahaan Panday’s sister Alanna Panday, has become a ‘proud homeowner’ of a luxurious and humongous villa in the US. Alanna, announcing the purchase the property, shared…

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UAE confirms intercepting and destroying new wave of Iranian missiles

Abu Dhabi, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Ministry of Defence of United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that the country’s air defence systems have intercepted and destroyed a new wave of Iranian missiles launched towards the…

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PM Modi inaugurates Micron’s facility in Gujarat’s Sanand, highlights pan-India semiconductor mission

Sanand, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that India’s semiconductor strategy was focused on building a complete ecosystem across the country, as he addressed the start of a commercial production at…

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Govt directs airlines to follow route restrictions amid Middle East war

New Delhi, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed all Indian airlines operating international services to continuously monitor airspace advisories, Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs), and route restrictions issued by the concerned authorities…

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Ongoing escalation dangerous for all, says French President Macron

Paris, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday warned that the outbreak of fresh conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran would have severe consequences for international peace and security. He emphasised…

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EU calls for restraint amid escalating tensions in Middle East

Brussels, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The European Union on Saturday expressed serious concerns over the latest developments in Iran, while reaffirming its steadfast commitment to safeguarding regional security and stability. The EU stated that it remains…

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Bengal SIR: Over 61 lakh voters deleted; scrutiny of 60 lakh names continues

Kolkata, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The final voters’ list in West Bengal, prepared as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR), was published on Saturday, with the total number of deleted voters standing at 61,78,245….

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Russia condemns ‘unprovoked’ US-Israel attack on Iran

Moscow, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Russia on Saturday condemned the “unprovoked’ armed attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, asserting the urgent need to return the situation to a political and diplomatic resolution. Russia’s…

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Rishab Shetty in awe of wife Pragathi Shetty’s charming ability to manage everything

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Sandalwood star Rishab Shetty was all praises for his better half Pragathi Shetty’s charm, strength, and focus as he compiled a heartfelt post for him on her birthday. The ‘Kantara’ actor…

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Mohan Babu plays Venkatappaya Naidu in Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni’s debut film ‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’

Hyderabad, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Ajay Bhupathi’s eagerly awaited upcoming film ‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’, featuring Telugu star Mahesh Babu’s nephew Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni in the lead, on Saturday announced that veteran actor Mohan…

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FM Sitharaman to look into Fino Payments Bank CEO’s arrest under GST law

New Delhi, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday that she would look into the issue of the arrest of Fino Payments Bank’s Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer Rishi…

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NEET suspicious death case: Patna court raps CBI, adjourns hearing till March 2

Patna, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) In the NEET student death case, a court in Patna pulled up the CBI over its functioning and posted the matter for hearing till March 2. After a lengthy hearing that…

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Vimal: I would prefer to be called a hero with a good heart rather than a mass hero

Chennai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Stating that he would prefer to be a hero with a good heart rather than a “mass hero”, well known Tamil actor Vimal has said that it was enough for him…

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Richa Chadha still can’t believe she gets to have a sleepover with hubby Ali Fazal every night

Mumbai, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are one of the most adored couples in B-town. These two lovebirds never miss a chance to express their affection for one another, whenever the opportunity…

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Treacherous Iranian aggression direct assault on our security: Qatar

Doha, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Terming it as an “unacceptable escalation”, Qatar on Saturday strongly condemned the targetting of its territories and those of “sister States’ by Iranian ballistic missiles, asserting that Doha reserves its full…

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Andhra: 20 killed in explosion at firecracker unit ​

Amaravati, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) At least 20 people were killed and 15 others injured in a massive explosion in a firecracker manufacturing unit near Samarlakota in Kakinada district of Andhra Pradesh on Saturday.​ The incident…

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Kuwait condemns ‘heinous Iranian attack’, vows to respond with same scale and nature

Kuwait City, Feb 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Kuwait on Saturday strongly condemned the “heinous Iranian attack” that targetted the Kuwaiti territory, calling it a “flagrant violation” of the country’s sovereignty and airspace. In a statement, Kuwait’s Ministry…