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Modi in Varanasi on Dec 23 with more projects

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 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will again visit Varanasi, his parliamentary constituency, on December 23, just 10 days after he inaugurated the Kashi Vishwanath Dham project.

The Prime Minister will dedicate 13 ready projects of Rs 853 crore and lay foundation of other projects worth Rs 681 crore at a public meeting in Karkhiyao area on Varanasi-Jaunpur border on December 23.

Divisional Commissioner Deepak Agrawal said: “The number of ready projects for dedication to the nation by the Prime Minister is 13, while he will lay the foundation of two projects of widening of road. The total value of ready projects is Rs 853 crore while road widening work will be done with an investment of Rs 681.8 crore.”

The ready projects include redevelopment of wards of old Kashi, including Kal Bhairav, Raj Mandir, Dashashwamedh, Jangambari and Gadhawasi Tola phase-1 (Rs 66 crore), installing advance surveillance cameras at 720 sites in the city (Rs 128 crore), redevelopment of Beniabagh Park and construction of surface parking (Rs 90.4 crore), urban revitalisation of road and junction improvement project (Rs 25 crore), development and beautification of Nadesar and Sonbhadra pond (Rs 4.4 crore) and 50 million litres per day sewage treatment plant at Ramna (Rs 161.3 crore).

Other projects in this list are hostels for doctors, nurses and a ‘dharmshala’ at Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya Cancer Centre, BHU, at a cost of Rs 130 crore, construction of Inter University Centre for Teacher Education at BHU at a cost of Rs 107.4 crore, 160 residential flats in Jodhpur colony of BHU (Rs 121 crore), community hall and toilet block at the birthplace of Sant Ravidas in Seer Goverdhanpur (Rs 5 crore), seed breeding facility under International Rice Research Institute-South Asia Regional Centres campus (Rs 3.5 crore), new building of Centre for Teacher Education at Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies at Sarnath (Rs 7 crore) and 13 residential houses in government Industrial Training Institute in Karaudi area (Rs 2.7 crore).

The Commissioner said that the Prime Minister will also lay the foundation for widening and strengthening of Mohan Sarai (Varanasi)-Deen Dayal Upadhyay Nagar Chakia Road, Chandauli (Rs 412.5 crore) and Varanasi-Bhadohi-Gopiganj road (Rs 269.1 crore).

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Anushka Sen on representing India globally: ‘Our stories deserve to be heard across the world’

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Actress Anushka Sen opened up about representing India on a global platform after being named the country’s Global Brand Ambassador for the 2026 Newport Beach Film Festival.

Reflecting on the honor, she said, “Our stories deserve to be heard across the world,” emphasizing the importance of bringing Indian stories and talent to international audiences. Speaking about the appointment, Anushka said, “Being named the Global Ambassador representing India at the Newport Beach Film Festival is a moment that means more to me than words can express. For me, this is about so much more than a title; it is about the stories we carry, the boundaries we break, and the doors we open for those who come after us.”

Emphasizing the importance of believing in one’s roots and ambitions, she added, “India has incredible talent and stories that deserve to be heard across the world. I want every young Indian to know that you don’t have to fit into a certain mold to make your country proud. Where you come from can be your greatest strength, and your dreams should never be limited by your circumstances.”

Anushka, who continues to explore opportunities across international entertainment, hopes her journey encourages more young Indians to pursue their ambitions and represent the country on global platforms.

“I feel incredibly fortunate to be experiencing this, and I hope more young Indians get the chance to represent our country on global platforms. If my journey can encourage someone to believe in themselves and take a step towards their dreams, that would mean a lot to me,” she shared.

“For me, the real achievement is seeing Indian talent find its place on the global stage. I feel truly proud to represent my country, and I hope to make this moment count for something bigger than myself,” Anushka further explained.

Anushka Sen has been named the Global Ambassador representing India at the 2026 Newport Beach Film Festival. The recognition comes after Anushka became the only Indian to debut in a Korean film project, “Jeju Olle.”

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This is how Saif Ali Khan reacted after learning that you cannot earn from Instagram

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Ever since making his debut on Instagram on October 11th this year, Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has been extremely active on the platform. However, as the ‘Hum Tum’ actor appeared on ‘The Great Kapil Sharma Show’, with wife Kareena Kapoor, he learned that you cannot earn from Instagram, and his reaction is extremely relatable.

During the episode, Archana Puran Singh told Saif, “You can’t earn on Instagram, but you can earn a lot on YouTube.”

Surprised by the latest finding, the ‘Omkara’ actor asked, “I can’t earn on Instagram?” “Why am I doing this?,” he went on to add.

Kareena interjected, saying, “You stressed me out.”

“You can’t earn on Instagram? You told me I can,” Saif asked Bebo.

Kareena assured her husband. “We’ll figure it out,” Bebo shared.

Both Saif and Kareena shared several such fun moments during the entertaining episode.

Saif made a hilarious revelation that he has been attending the Parent-teacher meeting in the same school since the age of 20.

The ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ actor pointed out that he has had 4 children of different ages, all studying in the same school.

Saif even joked that he attended his first PTA in that school when he was only 20 years old and now, he continues to go to the same school even at the age of 55. He added that even the teachers of the school have now changed.

Archana Puran Singh asked Saif and Kareena, “Who goes to school in a parent-teacher meeting?”

Showing his usual sense of humour, Saif shared, “First of all, I have four children in that school, at different ages. When I was 20 years old, I went for my first PTA meeting. Then I was 30 years old. I am still standing in the same school at 55. And now, even the teachers there have changed.”

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Suniel Shetty raises concern over Tiger Shroff firing incident: ‘Jackie Dada is my childhood friend’

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Actor Suniel Shetty has expressed concern over the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff, saying that such an incident could happen to anyone.

Reacting to the incident, Suniel told the media, “Tiger or Jackie Dada, I think the whole world loves them. And if something like this can happen to them, then it can happen to anyone. It shouldn’t happen. Suniel also spoke about Tiger’s disciplined lifestyle, pointing out that the actor remained focused on sports and exercise. “Tiger only focuses on sports, only exercise, and is dedicated to that. Don’t know why it happened. It shouldn’t happen, and it is very important for us to stay safe,” he added.

Sharing his personal connection with Jackie, Suniel described the veteran actor as his childhood friend and expressed hope that everything would be fine. “I will only say that for me, you know, Jackie Dada is my childhood friend, and I just wish that everything is fine,” he said.

Suniel Shetty, who shares a longstanding friendship with Jackie Shroff and a warm bond with Tiger Shroff, voiced his concern over the firing incident involving the actor.

The day after the incident, Jackie attended the naming ceremony of Sangeetkar Bappi Lahiri Marg in Mumbai, where Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was also present. Suniel attended the event as well and spoke to the media as he left.

Several members of the film industry, including Amaal Mallik, Mika Singh, Vidyut Jammwal, Shatrughan Sinha, and Ravi Kishan, have also spoken out following the incident. Some called for enhanced security for the actor.

On October 18, a few hours after the firing, actor Disha Patani and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde arrived at Tiger’s Mumbai residence to inquire about his well-being.

The firing incident took place outside a football club near Pushpa Narsee Park in Mumbai’s Juhu area. Tiger Shroff escaped without injuries, while his driver and an autorickshaw driver were reportedly injured.

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