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  1. ADMIN
    Basically, the entire world is under lockdown right now because of coronavirus and people are allowed to leave their homes for only essentials in most of the countries. While we all are probably risking our lives even when we go for a grocery run to our local store, a guy decided to actually go to a different country to buy his most essential supplies for the lockdown. Apparently a guy walked from France to Spain just to buy cigarettes, and I get it, a smoker would consider cigarettes an essential item, but going all the way to a different country for them? Now that seems excessive.
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    He not only risked coronavirus but also the safety regulations put in place due to the virus just to buy 'cheap cigarettes'. Too bad he had to be rescued from the Pyrenees and then got a fine of 135 euros, or about â¹11,000. I'm guessing that amount is much higher than whatever he was saving on Spanish cigarettes. Reportedly, he first set out on the journey in his car but since there was a checkpoint, he decided to continue on foot but he fell into a stream and brambles and got lost before contacting rescuers.

    Yes, it's pretty stupid but a lot of smokers on Twitter actually can understand. Anything for a smoke, right?


    More addictive than heroin? Also not good for fighting Corona. pic.twitter.com/RORWEikdnC
    â Aine (@amobeirne) April 5, 2020
    Good one.


    All his plans went up in smoke
    â Pan (@Pan20745680) April 5, 2020
    Hmm.


    I used to smoke. This seems reasonable.
    â Brendan I (@truthiness2010) April 5, 2020

    I would watch it.


    A Netflix original series. https://t.co/u4nk5UTZje
    â Diego Parra (@DiegoJParra) April 5, 2020

    Someone translate this please.


    Ah here. We're all mad for a rake of pints and a box of fags but this is taking the piss https://t.co/VaYL6bD2Xm
    â Eoin Madigan | Treaty City Translations (@TCLtranslations) April 5, 2020

    It's hilarious.


    Thread

    By far the best new story of the day https://t.co/B7vo0SoKsm
    â LOUISE (@Swift__Girl) April 5, 2020

    Worth it!


    A must read on how some people will do anything to get a cheap smoke!! https://t.co/DhFOTdKAF1
    â Brigid Laffan (@BrigidLaffan) April 5, 2020

    We definitely aren't.


    Sâweird to think sometimes that humans are supposed to be the most evolved. https://t.co/sPVWG1aZI9
    â Mazzy K (@MazzyK) April 5, 2020
    While some of you would probably think he is stupid, the smokers understand his plight. 

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  2. ADMIN
    Literally, the only good thing right now amid the lockdown is how iconic 90s TV shows are gracing our screens again, and even now, after all these years, still have the same magical effect on us. 

    After Ramayan and Mahabharat made a spectacular entry back into our lives, our favourite comedy shows Khichdi  and Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai are also coming back on TV to entertain us while we are under this lockdown.

    Those who were ardent fans of these two iconic shows back then would agree that itâs still pretty relevant to this date. 
    From showing middle-class antics to making us laugh with their relatable humour, these two shows have been considered a cult favourite. Well, who can forget brilliant characters like Rosesh, Monisha, Praful, and, of course, Hansa who just took the episodes to the next level?

    Producer JD Majethiaâs shows Khichdi and Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai continue to enjoy a very strong fan following even today, after a decade of being aired on television.

    Well, people are excited that they will be revisiting those old times and are happy that these two shows will lighten their mood amidst the current state of turbulence across the nation.


    This show is just too iconicð¤£ð¤£ð¤£ð¤£so happy to watch the episodes again on tv𤩠#SarabhaiVsSarabhai https://t.co/QWyT9yWRkF
    â Shreya (@shreya_080) April 6, 2020What according to you are the TV serials worth binge-watching on streaming sites (and why). Will be featuring best ones in an article.
    â Asjad Nazir (@asjadnazir) April 6, 2020

    Thank you so much #starbharat #StarPlus for #SarabhaiVsSarabhai and #khichdi
    Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi back on Star Bharat amid Covid-19 lockdown pic.twitter.com/wG12UIacLu
    â Stuti Pandya (@fairystuti) April 6, 2020

    Nostalgia #SarabhaiVsSarabhai https://t.co/5zSBwHf13t
    â Anju (@ShreNal_11_11) April 6, 2020

    Happiness is watching this show againð¤©ð¤©ð¤© My childhood is back𤩠My fav show back then𤩠I'll never get bored watching it again and again𤩠#SarabhaiVsSarabhai pic.twitter.com/5r4a2CsGb8
    â Shraddha (@Shraddha_W9) April 6, 2020

    Pehle #SarabhaiVsSarabhai uske baad #Khichdi
    Ek hi to dil hai, kitni baar jitoge pic.twitter.com/yxx6QgJfII
    â MANtastic Mulga (@PraTickTackToe) April 6, 2020

    Hansa bhabhi remote se gas on kar rahi thi!!!
    ð¤£ð¤£ð¤£#Khichdi
    â Aayushi (@30Aayushi) April 6, 2020

    #Khichdi also back on Tv.
    Golden days are back.!!ð¤©@StarBharat pic.twitter.com/jOOoMDnzCu
    â VahiFriendzoneHoneWalaLadka (@VinamraSinha18) April 6, 2020
    Sarabhai Cs Sarabhai will be aired at 10 am followed by Khichdi at 11 am.

    In a statement, JD said, âThe Parekhs and Sarabhais are back on Star Bharat! Be a part of the crazy lives of Babuji, Praful, Hansa, Jayshree, Himanshu, Maya, Monisha, Indu, Sahil and Rosesh who will bring the house down with their crazy antics. Like literally! These iconic shows will have you in splits and evoke both laughter and nostalgia in your quarantine days. So, what are you waiting for, feel free to share this news with your family and friends nahi toh âKisi ko pata nahi chalega Bapu!ââ

    So damn happy this is happening right now. What other shows would you like to see make a comeback from the good old days?

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  3. ADMIN
    As concerns about COVID-19 grow, the demand for hand sanitisers has skyrocketed across the globe. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), although it is more than a mere fix, diligent use of hand sanitizer along with practicing social distancing is the best possible way to keep the virus away. Not to forget, maintaining personal hygiene is important to avoid the risk of getting infected and spreading it to others.
    While we all might know the basics before buying a hand sanitizer, it gets difficult to keep a tab on facts and separate them from fiction in the day of forwards on WhatsApp University and much to parse through online.
    So let's delve into some of the lingering questions about hand sanitiser that might be on your mind.
    Why 60% and not 100% alcohol concentration? We know alcohol is effective in killing microbes, including bacteria and viruses, but hand sanitisers with at least 60% alcohol content are considered more useful.
    However, using undiluted alcohol is not advisable as that would dry out the skin or cause irritation. This is why most hand sanitisers use Isopropyl Alcohol so that we are able to sanitise our hands as frequently as needed without any dryness or irritation.
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    Are homemade hand sanitisers a bad idea? There are many DIY hand sanitiser ideas online, including some that use vodka or other hard liquor. But, the ethanol concentration in such alcohol is typically 30 to 45 percent which is not high enough to kill microbes. Also, pure alcohol evaporates too quickly to efficiently kill bacteria or viruses on our hands, especially when the air is less humid.
    While rubbing alcohol on cuts and scrapes could be useful, a homemade hand sanitiser is not a wise idea.
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    Is a quick thrust of hand sanitiser enough? Hand sanitizers are only effective if used in a proper way. Just like with soap and water, hand sanitisers won't work unless it's used in the right amount and with proper technique. While using hand sanitizer, make sure it's covering the hands entirely, including between your fingers. Don't rub in the sanitizer too quickly. Stop only when it is completely absorbed.
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    Do expiry dates really matter? YES! Just like everything else, every hand sanitiser has an expiry date too. As alcohol is volatile, with time it will slowly evaporate, making the sanitiser lose its ability to kill bacteria and viruses. Although the scarcity of hand sanitisers might make us overlook this factor, it is necessary to make sure that we're not using an expired one.
    Get this hygiene kit with a foam hand sanitiser. Grab the kit before it's sold out…
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    Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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  4. ADMIN
    Nowadays every Bollywood song that you hear these days either have crappy lyrics or is a ruined remake of the original old songs. It feels like the music industry has given up on original content completely and almost all the songs that you like now are basically sub-standard, low version remixes that make you want to cry alone. Nonetheless, it also makes you want to listen to the original songs more and more.
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    Not only this, at times I just feel that the lyricists arenât creative anymore to write better ones and hence, they have no other option but to return to old songs and make something bad out of it.

    Joining the bandwagon of many songs that now have bad remixes, the pigeon song âMasakaliâ from the film Delhi 6 is next in line. Now, some of us still like listening to this song occasionally and we donât really need anyone to ruin it! Is nothing sacrilegious here?
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    The song is 11 years old and still feels fresh and young when one listens to it. Also, how can we forget how cute Sonam Kapoor looked with the white pigeon on her shoulder while she danced freely to the song! Also, why make a remake when people already still listen to the song? Thodi creativity laao, Bhai! However, the 2.0 version will be starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tara Sutaria and has been recreated by Tanishk Bagchi and has been produced by Bhushan Kumar.

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    Now, fans are worried and so are we that another good song is about to get destroyed. So, hereâs what the people on the internet have to say about this!

    True.
    Bhushan K will murder all the iconic old songs.. just the way he did with humma humma..
    â Anila ï¸ (@simplyanila) April 6, 2020Screaming the sameâ¦.

    I canât see masakali get ruined by some lazy rehashing and bland making.. pic.twitter.com/pzWQZiXPj3
    â Anila ï¸ (@simplyanila) April 6, 2020
    Donât do thisâ¦
    Yuckkkkkkkkk.... They're spoiling masakali now? Odacha furniture podhum pic.twitter.com/gnhwxHIV5J
    â Satish (@Satishisk) April 6, 2020
    We call it âzero creativityâ!
    Gone ! Music in Bollywood is gone to the drains
    â Anai Komagan (AK) (@AnaiKomagan) April 6, 2020
    Ouch.
    They donât have anything better to do professionally
    â Tanay (@Tanay1587) April 6, 2020
    AR Rahman is known for the uniqueness and originality of his songs and Hollywood often takes inspiration from them. Why change that?
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    According to Indiatimes, earlier, AR Rahman agreed that he finds remakes of songs disastrous and annoying. He also said that the only remake that he liked of his song was âHumma Hummaâ.

    However, we are sure most of us will still listen to the original song over the new one and we hope they donât disappoint the pigeons by completely ruining the song! We really want to report this crime.

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  5. ADMIN
    With over a millions positive cases and 69,000-plus deaths, the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to keep the world on the edge. 

    And, the situation in India isn't great either. With over 4,000 confirmed cases and 118 fatalities, the country remains in the 21-day nationwide lockdown as the government authorities continue to find preventive measures to contain its spread. 
    While the citizens of the country remain indoors with not much to do, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been urging people to show solidarity towards the nation's fight against COVID-19. 
    On 5th April, PM Modi had asked his fellow citizens to light candles to show their support for the cause in a "9pm, 9 minute" appeal. And, the nation didn't disappoint. 
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    â Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 5, 2020 From common citizens, popular actors to iconic sportspersons, everyone answered PM Modi's call to light the country up as the clock ticked 9 pm on Sunday. 
    While it was a great sight to see the people of the country answering the call of their PM and uniting together in support of the cause, there were, sadly, many of those who thought bursting firecrackers was probably a better idea than lighting candles. 
    Social media has been full of video clips where numerous people in different locations were called out for bursting crackers, believing it to be a part of PM Modi's call to the nation. 
    In one of the viral videos, a journalist shared a video of an incident where a thatched house on a vacant plot of land caught fire in the Vaishali Nagar area in Jaipur as firecrackers fell on its roof. 
    We Will find a cure for corona but how r we gonna find a cure for stupidity ???? https://t.co/sZRQC3gY3Z
    â Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 6, 2020While the widely-circulated video saw netizens slamming those responsible for the incident, Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh, too, called people out for their "stupidity". "We Will find a cure for corona but how r we gonna find a cure for stupidity," he tweeted. 

    INDIA, STAY INSIDE!

    We are still in the middle of a fight
    Not an occasion to burst crackers ! #IndiaFightsCorona
    â Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) April 5, 2020Apart from Bhajji, his former Team India mate, Gautam Gambhir, also took the miscreants to task reminding them that the country has not won its war against COVID-19. "INDIA, STAY INSIDE! We are still in the middle of a fight. Not an occasion to burst crackers!," Gambhir tweeted. 

    People are bursting crackers. Just FYI . They dogs are freaking out. Do people think itâs Diwali? Iâm so confused.
    â Sonam K Ahuja (@sonamakapoor) April 5, 2020There was complete peace and quite, and now the birds ,dogs and sirens are freaking out in south Delhi because some morons decided to burst fire crackers tonight.
    â Sonam K Ahuja (@sonamakapoor) April 5, 2020Bollywood diva Sonam Kapoor, who is in Delhi with her husband Anand Ahuja and in-laws after returning from London, tweeted: âPeople are bursting crackers. Just FYI. They dogs are freaking out. Do people think itâs Diwali? Iâm so confused (sic)â. 
    âThere was complete peace and quiet, and now the birds, dogs and sirens are freaking out in south Delhi because some morons decided to burst fire crackers tonight (sic),â she wrote in another tweet.

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  6. ADMIN
    The OnePlus 8 Series is going to launch next week but we canât help ourselves to speculate about its features. While OnePlus has been making great phones for the past few years, some features are lacking that don't help it's devices in qualifying really as âtrueâ flagships. Personally, I like their phones a lot, mainly because of the software experience and build quality, however, there are a few features that fans have been requesting for many years. 
    The great thing about OnePlus is the company actually listens to their users and brings features they need albeit after thoroughly testing them and making sure it works well on their devices. However, leaks have been pointing that the OnePlus 8 Pro will have most of the features we will list down below but it is still not certain. Here are some of the features we want to see on the OnePlus 8 or OnePlus 8 Pro to make it the best flagship smartphone of the year:
    1. Wireless Charging 

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    While this feature is not really necessary, most flagship phones have support for wireless charging. Apple, Samsung and Huawei have all made wireless charging a staple feature on their flagship smartphones and we would love to see this feature on the OnePlus 8 Pro as well. Rumours suggest that at least one model will feature 30W wireless charging  and it could possibly change the landscape of OnePlus phones in the future. 
    2. Water Proofing Rating
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    While OnePlus 7, 7T do have water-proofing, it would be nice to see an official IP rating this year. Sure, it may increase the cost of the phone as certifications cost extra money, but having that official rating will make it easier for the uninitiated to understand better about waterproofing and the limits of the smartphone. 
    3. Faster Wired Charging 
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    The OnePlus 7 and 7T series already support 30W Warp Charging, however weâve already seen 60W charging support on smartphones from a company which is part of the same group as OnePlus. OnePlus smartphones have always been known for supporting fast charging and it would be awesome to see the company taking the same leap as Realme. 
    4. Working OS at Launch 
    © MensXP/Akshay Bhall
    When the OnePlus 7T series launched with OxygenOS 10, based on Android 10, it was quite buggy at launch which made the experience unbearable. However, OnePlus was quick to fix the bugs for their users which has resulted in the best Android experience right now. We would like to see the same sort of performance on OxygenOS at launch for the OnePlus 8 Series as well.
    5. Better Camera Performance 
    © MensXP/Akshay Bhalla
    The only field where OnePlus phones are lacking is the photography department. It is not particularly bad but when compared to other flagships in the same price segment, OnePlus devices fall short in performance and quality. It isnât like the hardware isnât capable as one can easily install Gcam and get some spectacular images however we would like to see a similar performance on the native camera app as well. 

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  7. ADMIN
    With no signs of the Coronavirus ending anytime soon, a complete lockdown all over the world continues to be in order. 
    People arenât supposed to get out of their houses, working from home seems to be the only way to make things happen and sports, as we know it, has come to a sudden halt. 
    Under such circumstances, it is obvious that the average time a person spends on his phone is going to increase rapidly. Gaming, streaming movies and web series, and reading articles on your smartphone are all bound to go up.
    Not sure how I feel about this ð¤·ð½ââï¸ #quarantinelife #SocialDistancing #screentime #COVIDã¼19 pic.twitter.com/qBvg1ejmtI
    â Eric K. Singhi, MD (@esinghimd) March 23, 2020
    Even though COVID-19 is the scare of the hour, doctors are worried about a very specific kind of problem that has emerged as the byproduct of the lockdown against the virus - the âsmartphone pinkyâ syndrome.
    According to Dr Sachin Bhonsle, Sr. Consultant, Orthopedic Surgeon, Fortis Hospital Mulund, âthe regular use of phones, especially the one with a bigger and wider screen to type messages or emails causes the thumb and the other fingers to be over-used, through repetitive movements.â
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    As days of under lockdown go by, more and more people are complaining about pains and developing a deformity in their little finger (pinky finger).
    âShort term, this causes hypermobility of the smaller joints around the fingers; the ligaments of the thumb gradually become slightly stressed. Looking at this long term, over-use of the fingers causes stress in a repetitive manner and can further lead to Osteoarthritis, as the cartilage between the joints begins to degenerate,â he says.
    âWhen Arthritis sets in the fingers, there is a possibility of excess bone formation around the joints, which can then lead to enlargement or deformation of the finger.â
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    To what extent will the degenerative changes take place depends on multiple factors such as diet, family history and underlying health conditions but there are a few steps to combat this problem and nip it in the bud: 
    1.  Avoid using your smartphone too often.
    2.  If you are using it, use it for shorter durations.
    3.  Divide texting or gaming time into shorter sessions.
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    4. Take a break and put down your phone before your hand starts hurting.
    5.   Exercise your hand by stretching your fingers.
    6.  Instead of typing, use the swipe keyboard or use speech.

    7.  Use a stand for your mobile phone or airplay the content on TV.
    8.  If your hand is hurting, take an over-the-counter pain reliever to reduce swelling and inflammation.
    9.  Switch hands at periodic intervals, so the device isnât held in one hand for a long time.
    Staying at home all seven days of the week and not going out from time to time can get frustrating and our mobile phones have become one of the top ways to vent it out but during these testing times, you donât need more reasons to worry about, right?
    So, show your pinky finger some mercy and keep that phone aside for some time!

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  8. ADMIN
    Actor Jitendra Kumarâs debut in Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan  was very well received by the audience as well as the critics. The actor is now being seen on his new show Panchayat  and those who have watched the show over the weekend would agree that Jitendra Kumar's Panchayat is one of the most relatable shows and has its roots in rural India. I binge-watched it last night and was instantly reminded of Shah Rukh Khan in Swades but this one is a little quirky. 
      
    the story follows Jitendra Kumarâs character who lands in a village to take up a government job which he was interested in, and his reasons to be in the spot were far from being patriotic. Well, I wonât give any sort of spoilers here but the director Deepak Kumar Mishra deserves a huge applause for creating a masterpiece thatâs simple yet effective. Jitendra is the next rising star and his performance in the show is top-notch. He leaves no scope for a viewer to be left disappointed with his act. Well, we can say we have the next big star. 
    View this post on Instagramतॠपासा फà¥à¤à¤ ..रॠतॠपासा फà¥à¤à¤ ... panchayat music is out on @amazonprimemusicin #panchayat #tvf #primevideoin #bingeA post shared by (@jitendrak1)
    You will also fall in love with Raghuvir Yadav, Neena Gupta and Chandan Roy for putting up their brilliant acts. The show has been trending and people love the show for its concept and brilliant performances. Well, a few of them have already started to ask for the second season of the show.
    Here are the reactions:
    Masterpiece, just amazing, simple yet effective
    Acting 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Direction 10/10
    Sab kuch perfect hai.
    Aur Jeetu bhaiya ney to gajab kaam kiyaa hai @Farjigulzar.
    If you want to see a true Indian story go and watch it. #PanchayatOnPrime#Panchayat pic.twitter.com/RNHigxXMTY
    â Smit Modh (@SmitModh4) April 6, 2020@TheViralFever @Farjigulzar @ChhotaThalaiva
    A really good show... Simple yet touching.. finished it in one go last night.. #PanchayatOnPrime #Panchayat
    â Prashant Nyati (@prashant_nyati) April 6, 2020@Farjigulzar Jitu Bhaiya...rockstar ho bhai tum.
    Badiya series bnaye ho...mauj aa gyi dekh k..1-2 episode dekhne baitha tha...office ka kaam chhod ke poore 8 episode dekhne se rok nhi paaya khud ko #Panchayat
    â Bystander (@by_Stander_) April 6, 2020@Farjigulzar #Panchayat is so soothing to watch
    Is it too early to ask for second season? @PrimeVideoIN
    â saurabh patidar (@crazy_mufc) April 6, 2020Yaar @Farjigulzar ek hi to Dil hai.. Kitne baar jeetoge #PanchayatOnPrime What a series. Thank you @TheViralFever @PrimeVideoIN @amazonIN #Panchayat
    â ROHIT GARUD (@garudrr) April 6, 2020Yaar @Farjigulzar ek hi to Dil hai.. Kitne baar jeetoge #PanchayatOnPrime What a series. Thank you @TheViralFever @PrimeVideoIN @amazonIN #Panchayat
    â ROHIT GARUD (@garudrr) April 6, 2020@Farjigulzar kafi sahi series hai #Panchayat aur kya acting ki hai!Maza agaya lockdown mePahle se he acting ke fan the,par jabse sister ne btaya ki we both share same birthday aur bhi maza agaya ð¼ð¼Keep up the good work ð»ð»
    â vandana verma (@restlessgurl) April 6, 2020@Farjigulzar great show Jitu bhaiya.. Sunday achche se nikal gaya #Panchayat
    â Karan Patil (@KaranP080) April 6, 2020In an interview with PTI, Jitendra explained why he chose to be a part of this, âThe simplicity I felt while hearing the script of Panchayat was so good. I came back home with such a happy feeling, I wanted to work on the show immediately. The shows which wired on Doordarshan in the 90s, the simplicity which they had, this one has too.â   âOn OTT, weâve mostly seen characters who struggle when the person moves to a big city from a small town. Iâve done several of these shows as well. But a show where an urban guy moves to a village and deals with the issues there, I think a show like this has come after a long time. So thereâs a novelty,â he added.
    We loved the show and we also recommend you to watch it.

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  9. ADMIN
    Political leaders the world over, hold a rather unique position. They have the ability to define an era or define their times in a very unique and definitive way. 
    Naturally, keeping a track of time, therefore, is paramount to them.
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    Rarely, will you ever see a countryâs president or a prime minister not wear a watch. As much as watches serve a defined function, telling the time and in some cases, other things such as the date, for our world leaders, watches also go a long way in building up that public persona that they have. 
    Watches are a key instrument for them in defining their style and how people see them.
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    Whether they were part of diplomatic gift packages or whether they were bought personally, we list out some of the most iconic world leaders of our era, and their favourite watches, which people have spotted them wearing on a number of important world events.
    1.     Vladimir Putin 
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    As far as presidents and world leaders go, Vladimir Putin has one of the most varying and luxurious collections of watches. Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Rolex - these are just some of the luxury brands that Putin has collected over the years. 
    But the one piece that is very commonly associated with the Russian President, is the A. Lange & Sohne 1815 Up/Down. 
    The watch has a very clean, and rather sombre look. Donât be fooled though - this seemingly basic watch is made of platinum and costs $27,400. 
    Would you be surprised to know that this particular one is not the most expensive watch from his collection? That title goes to a super rare, A. Lange & Sohne that is estimated to be worth $450,000.
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    2.   The Dalai Lama 
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    The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is a rather modest man, with very few material possessions. Having said that, the Dalai Lama has always had a fascination with mechanical objects, especially watches. 
    Several of the biographies that have been written on him, often recount the tales from his younger days when he used to open small, mechanical watches, and put them back together, to study the way the function. 
    An avid watch collector, the Dalai Lama apparently always carries a Patek Philippe pocket watch, the Reference 658 on his person. 
    Former President of The United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt gave the watch as a gift, in 1943. Since then, this timeless horological masterpiece has often gone in for repairs and services, whenever, the Dalai Lama himself, was not able to get the watch working properly.
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    3.   Donald Trump - Vacheron Constantin

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    Say what you will about the man, there are a few things that the current President of the United States of America does better than everyone else. Controlling the prevalent narrative, connecting with his core voters and supporters to name a few. 
    Donald J Trump has a collection of watches with his name, which he used to sell as part of his overall brand image that has made him what he is today. 
    He also owned a couple of Rolex Daytonas and Patek Philippes. But the watch that we see him wear whenever he is at a rally, or addressing the world, is a Vacheron Constantin Historiques Ultra-Fine from 1968. 
    He has also been seen in a number of rose gold editions of the same watch. Just in case youâre wondering, how much does this one actually cost, the watch retails for north of â¬39,000, easily.
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    4.   Narendra Modi
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    Our very own Prime Minister has a very well defined sense of style, thanks to the manner in which he accessorises. From a rather dope looking pair of sunglasses to the manner in which has jazzed up his outfits, PM Modi can indeed give a masterclass or two on style. 
    As far as his watches are concerned, it has been documented a number of times where he was seen wearing some or the other watch from the American watchmakers, Movado. 
    Known for their rather simple styling cues and minimalistic appeal, the watch that we have seen PM Modi wear often, are from their Museum series. 
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    5.    Barack Obama
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    Finally, we have the former President of the United States of America, Barrack Obama. 
    Although for a better part of the two terms of his presidency President Obama would wear the Secret Service limited edition watch that he was gifted on his birthday, but we have also seen him wear the Tag Heuer Series 1500 from time to time. 
    Essentially, a diverâs watch, the Tag Heuer has a luminous dial which glows in the dark. A really cool watch, if you ask us.
    © Tag Heuer
    Indeed, our world leaders know how to roll with style.


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    The world of animation can be enthralling if you know where to start. Think of the Pixar creation Up which took the world by storm upon its release in 2009. A whole lot of people were introduced to the world of animation with Carlâs adventure in the film.
    Over time, many of those fans dug deeper and uncovered a whole new world of animation films. And while many Hollywood heavy-weights came and captured our attention over the years, it was the short animation movies that kept us going in the meantime.
    Short and crisp with strong plots and adorable characters, short films offer the perfect escape and often true insights into other worlds we often fail to recognise in our daily lives. With a mix of new and old short animated films (which still havenât lost their charm), check out these 6 short animated films for a good time, or if you just want to get started.
    1. PurlThis one traces the journey of a ball of yarn named Purl who gets employed in a company run entirely by humans, and how it tries to make its own space within the company by adjusting to suit the office culture. Many have also looked at the film through the prism of women employment in male-dominated industries and the kind of injustice and struggles women face to make a name and space for themselves.

    2. PipA 4-minute short film on guide dogs, this one maps the story of a dog named Pip who wants to become a guide dog but doesnât fit all the requirements to join the dog training institute. This film is a reminder that in order to prove ourselves to others, we must have faith in our own skills.

    3. SpringAs the name suggests, this film beautifully presents the cycle of nature from one season to another. With a captivating background score, the film tries to understand what goes behind the scenes as one season gives way to another, and how in this case a little shepherd girl manages to free her valley from cold, gloomy winters.

    4. The PresentThis one is adorable and inspiring all at once. Through the protagonist of this short film the creators have tried to remind us that our shortcomings should never become an excuse to not try harder and live the life we dream of. And in this case itâs an adorable present that helps us understand it.

    5. Hair LoveA story about love and acceptance, this one is the perfect movie for anybody who has been labelled âdifferentâ. This film also successfully reminds us that there is nothing a man or woman canât do just because theyâre traditionally not taught to do it in the first place. Itâs about learning and coming out a winner in the face of a challenge, no matter how small.
     6. DustinThis 2014 release is a beautiful story about a little pug named Dustin who has to adjust to living with an unusual housemate, who soon turns into a rival. Though very different in nature, the two have regular face offs until eventually Dustin finds a play-mate in his house-mate. But the realisation comes at a cost. Watch this endearing film to find out why.

    Before we wrap this up, a quick reminder that Kobe Bryantâs Dear Basketball, award-winning short film Bao and critically acclaimed Dutch short film Mind My Mind also deserve an honorary mention here. Though these amazing animated films are not available for free streaming online, weâd recommend you do give these a watch as well if you wish to take this further!

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    There are two types of people in this world, one who end up taking jobs and one who actually follow their passion. 
    Speaking of Bollywood actors, there have been a couple of them who chose acting above their first careers, leaving behind corporate, lucrative jobs, for which they were highly-qualified, obviously.
    Here's a compiled list of celebrities who gave up their well-paid jobs and pursued acting:
    1. Ranveer Singh © Instagram/Ranveer Singh
    Even though Ranveer Singh always wanted to be an actor, he ensured that he went all the way with his educational qualifications. 

    He completed his studies from H R College of Commerce and Economics in Mumbai and further pursued his Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University in Bloomington. 
    Before he began acting, he was working as a copywriter and has worked with major ad agencies like O&M and JWT. And then he gave us his debut in 2007 with Anushka Sharma in Band Baaja Baarat.
    2. Parineeti Chopra © Instagram/Parineeti Chopra
    Parineeti Chopra also has an impressive educational background. With her brilliant acting chops, this actress has already amazed us with several of her impressive works like Ishaqzaade and Ladies vs Ricky Bahl. 

    At 17, she moved to London and got her triple honours degree in business, economics and finance from the Manchester Business School in London. 
    Before acting, Parineeti worked as a public relations consultant with Yash Raj Studio where she applied for an internship in the marketing department. What followed this was her big break and the start of her new career as an actor.
    3. Vicky Kaushal © Instagram/Vicky Kaushal
    Ace actor, Vicky Kaushal is not just a versatile actor but his impressive education background has left us stunned. 

    This young actor, who gave up engineering for acting, graduated in electronics and telecommunications in 2008. Vicky was placed by several reputed firms and yet he refused it all.
    He began to pursue his career in acting and started with theatre, where he acted in workshops before he took up roles. 
    You would remember him starting with small works but then came his big break with Masaan, where he won our hearts and received heaps of accolades for his role.
    4. John Abraham © Instagram/John Abraham
    John Abraham might be off Bollywood's grid at the moment, but even he gave up his lucrative job to try his hand at acting. 

    He received his Bachelor degree in economics from Jai Hind and later, went onto pursue Masters in Management Sciences, Mumbai Educational trust. This was in 1998. 
    Initially, he started with modelling, but then entered an ad agency named Enterprises- Nexus and worked there as a media planner.
    5. Sonakshi Sinha © Instagram/Sonakshi Sinha
    If you have observed, Sonakshi Sinha has been pretty on point with her fashion game and that's also because of her educational background. 

    Sonakshi received her degree in designing from Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Womenâs University, Mumbai. She worked as a costume designer and stylist for several movies. 
    She came into the limelight post her ramp walk at the Lakme Fashion Week. Post that, she was offered a lead role in Dabangg, along with Salman Khan.
    6. Randeep Hooda © Instagram/Randeep Hooda
    Randeep Hooda has made an impact in B-town with his impeccable acting prowess but he also has a strong educational background. 

    With a handful of degrees, Randeep went to Melbourne to pursue higher studies. He did his Bachelor's and Masters in business and human resource management. Once he returned to his roots, he worked in a marketing firm before his debut in 2001.
    7. Taapsee Pannu © Instagram/Taapsee Pannu
    Before she became an actress with a penchant for strong roles in Bollywood, Tapsee Pannu was a software engineer. She completed her graduation from Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute of Technology, New Delhi. 

    To enter the world of B-town, she first auditioned for the Channel V show Get Gorgeous which led her straight to her Bollywood debut in Pink as a lead actress.

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    Many of us are now extremely bored sitting inside the house and will do anything to keep ourselves entertained because right now, itâs just important to stay indoors and keeping ourselves busy can be tough for some of us. Yesterday, people across India lit diyas and candles in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modiâs â9 baje 9 minutesâ appeal that he made to the nation on April 5. 
    © BCCL
    Now, while most of us just thought of lighting candles and diyas, some stupid people burnt crackers but a man in Bangalore took it to another level. A video of a Bangalore man dressed up as a ghost walking around his balcony has been doing the rounds on the internet since yesterday and well, his creativity game is super strong.

    Checkout the video here-
    HIT ME ON THE HEAD SOMEBODY BEFORE I LOSE IT ð¤£ð¤£ pic.twitter.com/mqaXrv2TAl
    â Noodlehead (@wack_a_noodle) April 5, 2020Now, thatâs a lot of creativity and we need more people coming up with innovative ideas to change the meaning of a nation uniting together in a funny way. This is far better than bursting crackers during the â9 baje 9 minutesâ. 

    © BCCL
    The video has already garnered over 185k views on Twitter and over 10.1K likes. The 15-second clip will change your mood immediately and deserves a lot more views than it already has. Meanwhile, hereâs what people on the internet have to say about the funny man in the video. So, here you go-

    Trueâ¦.
    Man/woman deserves an award
    â मिरà¥à¤à¤¾ à¥à¤¾à¤²à¤¿à¤¬ (@mirchagalib) April 5, 2020
    Need more of this!
    Innovation ... even in this..
    â Spartan (@spartan4evr1) April 5, 2020
    Thatâs what I meant.
    Sense of humour has to be appreciated ð¤£ð¤£ð¤£
    â Jumla Buster (@FekuBuster) April 5, 2020
    Whoah!
    Ok this wins! I allow the whole tamasha just for this!
    â Dr. Sonali Vaid MD MPH (@SonaliVaid) April 5, 2020
    Agreed!
    Corona diwas best video award.

    Hands down
    â Sana Khan (@Sanakhan_m) April 5, 2020
    Hainah!
    This is Hilarious Salute to the Creativity of that person. Modi Ji Can Force people to do the thing that they not even think in dream.
    â Baazigar ï¸ (@farziBaazigar) April 5, 2020
    Kya Pataâ¦
    @itsamankop @RishabhAgrawa12 yeh dekho.

    Modiji content ke liye yeh sab task dete hai
    â राहà¥à¤² (@RahulAgrawal_) April 5, 2020
    Just like on the day of âJanta curfewâ, last night the Indian citizens came out to their balconies to light diyas and candles. From PM Modi, to all Bollywood celebrities, everyone was seen enjoying lighting diyas in their balconies and it looked like Diwali came early in India this year. 
    © BCCL
    However, many were seen bursting crackers and turning the diya vigil into a joke altogether. The coronavirus cases in India have crossed over 4,000 cases so far and it is only increasing by each passing day.   We need to continue practicing social distancing and urge everyone around us to do the same.


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    After so many years, the NASA picture of India on Diwali finally has gotten a glow up!
    The best part is that the picture is not even from Diwali; although yesterday, it really seemed like a lot of people thought it was. But, even on fake Diwali, we cannot escape those stupid Whatsapp forwards about what India looked like during PM Modi's 9pm-9 minutes drill.
    Even Amitabh Bachchan fell for it and shared a picture of India completely lit up from yesterday.
    The World sees us .. we are ONE .. https://t.co/68k9NagfkI
    â Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) April 5, 2020
    The internet collectively after this tweet:

    I honestly love this new picture, it's so clearly fake that it's hilarious. And of course, Twitter is brutal when it comes to trolling and even someone like Big B is not immune to it.
    Well, it doesn't help that this isn't the first time he's shared this Whatsapp forward-esque stuff online and a repeat offender gets trolled even more.
    I seriously wonder whether he was always this stupid? https://t.co/p7NaHPU9LV
    â Dwai (@BujMit) April 6, 2020Oh no.
    Ye kheer kha lijye sir pic.twitter.com/92hWHnYtsR
    â Nehr_who (@Nehr_who) April 5, 2020
    Fake news is dangerous.
    And the #KingOfFakeNews is back appreciating a Whatsapp forward. Request @TwitterIndia to suspend him and save us the daily embarrassment.
    â Rofl Republic (@i_theindian) April 5, 2020
    Great edit.
    Saar, NASA has Recorded Sound of #Corona begging for Mercy after UNESCO certified Master Stroke by Modi Ji. https://t.co/swohAQuHJJ pic.twitter.com/rldxHv6ch8
    â Vin Kerosene ⢠(@DesiVinDiesel) April 6, 2020
    Ouch.
    Amitabh Bachchan in 1970s

    Angry Young Man

    Amitabh Bachchan in 2020

    Stupid Old Manhttps://t.co/98SRPkabxP
    â Vinay Kumar Dokaniað®ð³ | विनय à¤à¥à¤®à¤¾à¤° डà¥à¤à¤¾à¤¨à¤¿à¤¯à¤¾ (@VinayDokania) April 5, 2020
     #FakeNews
    And this is FAKE, sojao sir
    â Salman Nizami (@SalmanNizami_) April 5, 2020
    Deadly combination.
    Boomers with smart phones and dumb brains are the worst. https://t.co/Zn7YwbWTSh
    â AB (@a_bsays) April 6, 2020
    Good meme.
    Whatsapp university be like pic.twitter.com/qlW6PhIOdq
    â डà¥.à¤à¥. (@itsdhruvism) April 5, 2020
    For sure.
    Amitabh Bachchan has fully taken to the role of 'family unkle' spouting nonsense at every gathering https://t.co/U069GCdLU0
    â Raghav Chopra (@RaghavChopra_) April 6, 2020
    People are not holding back.
    Some grow wiser with age and some end up like the Big B... https://t.co/Kn93A6FgSh
    â Noah (@indyraprap) April 6, 2020
    So proud.
    UNESCO announces @SrBachchan as the Most Vulnerable person for Fake news. Proud Moment! https://t.co/B8vbCs910u
    â திர௠(@thirumarant) April 6, 2020
    Maybe both?
    Is he seriously this dumb or is he doing it for Modi? https://t.co/lcilM3xDp7
    â Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) April 5, 2020
    Yes please.
    Your parody accounts all fall short. U r the legend. Next time release mars image also. https://t.co/DJEuOBo2Z1
    â Hari Prasad Srinivasan (@HariTVT) April 6, 2020


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    Chris Hemsworth is known for his bulky triceps, pecs more defined than the armour of a Roman warrior and abs only suited for a god from the Norse mythology.
    But how is he maintaining the impressive physique at a time when gyms are more dangerous than healthy and exercising out in the open is not an option? 
    Well, the Thor  actor shared a personalised workout routine on his Instagram account in which he gets his muscles activated with whatever items he could find around his house and it is simply awesome.
    View this post on Instagramany home workouts out lately, so wanted to be the first to get one out there ð¤ª. Hereâs one from @centrfit and is part of our Centr 6 program. Hope you enjoy it. And If youâd like to receive 6 free weeks make sure to sign up by 5th of April via Centr.com (not the app) link in my bio. Stay safe and healthy!A post shared by (@chrishemsworth)


    With his friend and trainer, Luke Zocchi, Hemsworth starts the video by talking about all the items the two are going to use including a couple of detergent jugs, a stool and a laundry basket. 
    Hereâs how the Australianâs routine goes: 
    1.     Burpee + Shoulder Press
    © Instagram/Chris Hemsworth
    Hemsworth uses a set of detergent jugs to replace the dumbbells and gets into it. He begins a set with a push-up followed by picking up the jugs and into a shoulder press.
    One set includes six reps.
    2.     Stool Dips
    © Instagram/Chris Hemsworth
    Zocchi gets into a dips position with a stool replacing the bench at the gym and gets his chest (pectoralis major) and triceps burning.
    One set includes six reps.
    3.  Tricep Kickbacks
    © Instagram/Chris Hemsworth
    While his trainer gets busy with the dips, Hemsworth sneaks a quick set of tricep kickbacks with a set of dumbbells.
    One set includes six reps.
    4.   âLaundryâ Squats
    © Instagram/Chris Hemsworth
    While you can do squats freehand, with a barbell over your shoulders or a set of dumbbells, Chris chooses something simpler, a laundry basket. 
    He keeps the basket loaded with clothes (and eventually the two detergent jugs) in front of his torso and starts working on his quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, abdominals and calves.
    One set includes six reps.
    5.    Cross-Body Mountain Climbers
    © Instagram/Chris Hemsworth
    Yet another exercise that requires no equipment, cross-body mountain climbers as shown by Zocchi focuses essentially on your abdominals, hips, chest, shoulders, triceps and pays a considerable amount of focus to your body overall.
    One set includes six reps (each side).
    6.  Sit-Throughs
    © Instagram/Chris Hemsworth
    A core workout, the sit-throughs executed by the two in the video also allow you to work on your shoulders and hips while taking care of your overall body mobility and build coordination. 
    One set includes six reps (each side).
    These six exercises complete one set of your workout. Repeat the circuit five more times and your daily quota of working on your body and moving towards becoming stronger, despite the self-quarantine , is complete.

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    Arguably one of the most popular and iconic sportspersons in the country, Mahendra Singh Dhoni carved his own niche on the back of sublime performances in the gentleman's game. 

    While his leadership skills allowed Team India to scale new heights in international cricket, Dhoni's batting skills lower down the order saw him becoming one of the best finishers in the limited-overs format. 
    Today, he is not just another cricketer who played for the country. And despite the fact that he is in the twilight of his career, Dhoni will always be cherished as one of the biggest contributors to Indian cricket. He is not only cherished by billions of fans across the globe, but also remains one of the most respected players around. 
    But, before Dhoni became 'Captain Cool' who would go on to rule the hearts of fans and cricket pundits alike, he was just another newbie who was trying to find his feet on the international stage. 
    Making his debut in 2004, Dhoni was playing only his seventh One-Day International (ODI) when a rare on-field error saw him bearing the brunt of Ashish Nehra. 
    © Reuters
    The 4th ODI between India and Pakistan at Ahmedabad in 2005 became a topic of great discussion after Nehra was caught on camera hurling abuses at Dhoni. 

    The Jharkhand cricketer had done his part with the willow, scoring 64-ball 47 in India's 315-run total. But, during Pakistan's run-chase, the fairly new cricketer got absolutely blasted by Nehra, a senior player. 
    The incident occurred in the 4th over of Pakistan's innings when Shahid Afridi, batting on 10, edged a delivery outside the off-stump and the ball flew past Dhoni who was keeping behind the stumps. The left-arm Indian seamer was clearly miffed with Dhoni's efforts before giving him his piece of mind. 
    It has been almost 15 years since that episode, but the video of a furious Nehra abusing Dhoni on the field remains one of the most-talked-about incidents amongst fans till date. 
    While none of the cricketers had spoken about the incident, Nehra seems to have finally acknowledged it in a recent interview. 
     "I distinctly remember that match in Visakhapatnam. It was the second ODI of that series. In a video that went viral, I am seen hurling abuses at MS after an edge off Shahid Afridiâs bat goes between Dhoni and Rahul Dravid at first slip. People assume itâs from the Vizag match, but that incident is from the fourth ODI in Ahmedabad. However, I must admit I am not proud of my behaviour," Nehra told TOI. 
    "I had been hit for six by Afridi off just the previous ball. There was the usual pressure of an India-Pakistan match. Suddenly, I created a chance and it was missed. I lost my cool. That wasnât the only incident where a player has lost his cool in that manner. Both Dravid and Dhoni were fine with me after the game but that doesnât justify my behaviour," the Indian bowling legend added. 
    © Twitter/@BCCI
    Dropped on 10, Afridi went on to score a 23-ball 40 as Pakistan gunned down the total with three wickets in hand off the last ball of the 48-overs-a-side game. The day was a forgettable one for Nehra who went wicketless in his quota of nine overs. The six-match ODI series was also lost by India as the Inzamam-ul-Haq brigade sealed the proceedings with a 4-2 win. 

    While Nehra, eventually, called time on his career in 2017 after playing 17 Tests, 120 ODIs and 27 T20Is for his country, Dhoni, the man who was at the receiving end in 2005, went on to etch his name in history books as one of the all-time greats in Indian cricket's rich history.

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